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MND50 User Manual
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1. About Your Camera
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About this Manual
Congratulations on purchasing the Minolta MND50 Digital Camera!
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Note that the
differ
somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual camera.
Copyright
This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights
are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of Elite
Brands Inc. © 2022.
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. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1)
This device may not cause harmful interference and
(2)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
RF Exposure Warning
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment must be installed and operated in
accordance with provided instructions and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must
be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating
conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
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FCC: SAR standard Value: 1.6 W/Kg, Maximal Measure: 0.4 W/kg
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
Safety and Handling Precautions
Camera Information
Do not disassemble or attempt to service the camera yourself.
Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.
Do not touch and put pressure on the camera lens.
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean
the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth.
Do not use the flash or LED Light near a person's eyes to prevent possible eye
injury.
To prevent you from falling over or resulting in traffic accident, please do not
use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle.
Please handle the camera strap with care, and never place the strap around
the neck of an infant or child. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause
suffocation.
Do not subject the LCD screen to impact.
To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the inside of this
product to rain or moisture.
Battery Information
Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery.
Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with
your camera. Using other types of battery or charger may damage the device
and invalidate the warranty.
Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and
possibly cause an explosion.
When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the
camera body to feel warm.
Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going
to store the camera for a long period of time.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
Please keep the batteries out of the reach of children to prevent from
swallowing the batteries, which might cause poisoning.
If the battery's color or shape changes in any way, stop using the battery
immediately.
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USB Adaptor Information
Do not expose the adapter to high temperatures or moisture places. Otherwise, it
may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, change or transform the adapter.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature, which may cause condensation on the
Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock.
Do not use the travel voltage converter or AC/DC power inverter. Otherwise, it
may cause damage, overheating, malfunction or fire to the camera.
Notes about Opening and Closing the Battery Door
Make sure the camera and your hands are not wet.
Make sure that there are no debris inside the battery-chamber or memory card
slot.
lock position.
Precautions When Cleaning
Do not puncture the microphone or speaker openings with a sharp implement.
If the inside of the camera is damaged, the waterproof performance will
deteriorate.
Do not use soap, natural detergents, or chemicals such as benzene for
cleaning.
Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In
addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens.
Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated
building on a cold day, can cause condensation to form inside the device. To
prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag
before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
Keep Away from Strong Magnetic Fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong
electromagneti
data or camera malfunction.
Do Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended Periods
Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light source light sources for
extended periods when using or storing the camera. Intense light may cause
before Removing or Disconnecting the Power
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Source or Memory Card
Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being
saved or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in
loss of data or cause damage to the memory card or internal circuitry.
Notes about the LCD Screen
The LCD Screen is constructed with extremely high precision; At least 99.99%
Hence, while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red,
on images recorded with the device.
lighting.
Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen, as this could cause damage or
malfunction.
The Battery
Precautions for Use
Note that the battery may become hot after use.
Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above
40°C (104°F) as this could cause damage or malfunction.
If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual
smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your
retailer.
After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the
battery in a plastic bag, etc. in order to insulate it.
Charging the Battery
Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the
battery if necessary.
Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C (41°F) to 35°C
(95°F) before use.
A high battery temperature may prevent the battery from charging properly or
completely, and may reduce battery performance. Note that the battery may
become hot after use; wait for the battery to cool before charging. When
charging the battery inserted into this camera using the Charging AC Adapter
or a computer, the battery is not charged at battery temperature below 5°C
(41°F) or above 55°C (131°F).
When the battery is between 45°C (113°F) - 55°C (131°F), the chargeable
capacity may decrease.
Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged as this will result in
reduce battery performance.
The battery temperature may increase during charging. However, this is not a
malfunction.
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Using the Battery When Cold
On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. If an exhausted
battery is used at a low temperature, the camera may not turn on. Keep spare
batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold
battery may recover some of its charge.
Recycling Used Batteries
Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a
valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local
regulations.
Cleaning After Using the Camera
Use a blower to remove any dust or lint that adheres to the lens, monitor or
ther stains that cannot be removed
with a blower, gently wipe the parts with a soft dry cloth. If you wipe with too
much pressure or with a rough cloth, it may damage the camera or cause a
malfunction.
Storage
If you do not intend to use the camera for an extended period, remove the
battery and avoid storing the camera in any of the following types of locations:
Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity of over 60%
Place exposed to temperatures above 50°C (122°F) or below -10°C (14°F).
television or radios.
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a
month, and turn it on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away
again.
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1.1
Camera Interface
LCD
Screen
Strap
Mount
Ok |
Mode
Port
Door
Delete
Display
ISO
Playback
Up | Flash
Left | Self
Timer
Down | Mute Menu Right | Exposure
Speaker
Scene Dial
Power
Record
Shutter
Zoom
Lens
Microphone
Flash
LED Status
Indicator
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1.2
Button Function Description
Function Description
Power
Press and hold for 3 seconds to power on. Tap to power
off.
Mode | OK
Tap to cycle between Photo, Video and Playback modes.
In Settings: Tap to confirm selected setting.
In Playback: Tap to start and stop video playback.
Zoom
In Video or Photo: Slide to zoom in and out.
In Playback: Slide to zoom in on the image displayed on
the screen.
Up | Flash
In Photo: Tap to change the flash settings.
Tap
to
scroll through menus and submenus
.
Down | Mute
In Video or Photo: Tap to mute and unmute the button
sounds.
In Playback: Tap to scroll through images on the
screen.
Tap to
scroll through menus and submenus
.
Left | Self Timer
In Photo: Tap to change the self timer settings.
In Settings: Tap to change the submenu.
In Playback:
Tap to view the
previous
image.
Right | Exposure
In Video or Photo: Tap to change the exposure
settings.
In Settings: Tap to change the submenu.
In Playback:
Tap to view the next image.
Menu Tap to show the settings available in each mode.
Shutter In Photo: Tap to capture a photo.
Record In Video: Tap to start and stop recording.
Playback Tap to enter playback mode.
Delete
In Video or Photo: Tap to delete the last recorded video
or captured image.
ISO In Video or Photo: Tap to change the ISO settings.
Display
In Video or Photo: Tap to turn the icons on the LCD
screen off, turn off the LCD screen, or turn it back on.
Scene Dial Rotate the dial to switch the different scene modes.
Tripod Mount
Mount port for attaching to a
tripod nut.
Battery Door
Door to cover the battery compartment and memory card
slot.
Lens Front capture device for all video and photo.
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2.
First Use
2.1
To Open the Battery Door
Unlock the battery door by sliding the battery door notch away from the
opening. Use a fingernail or other pointy object when sliding the latch to get
a better grip.
2.2
Installing the Battery
Insert the lithium-ion battery into the battery compartment with the metal
contacts facing the inside of the camera. The battery can only be inserted
one way.
2.3
Installing the Memory Card
Insert the included Micro SD memory card to record and store your videos
and photos. When the battery is low, media stored on the memory card will
not be erased. Please insert the SD memory card by following the steps
below:
1.
Open the battery door by following the diagram above.
2.
Insert the memory card. Ensure that the metal contacts are inserted first.
Push the memory card down until you hear an audible click.
The memory card can only be inserted in one way. Do not force the
card in if it will not go in smoothly.
3.
Close the battery door by pushing it down and sliding the lock back into
place.
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4.
To remove the memory card, simply push in and the card will eject back
out.
NOTE: After closing the battery door, make sure that the door is
closed securely and the lock engaged.
2.4
Charging the Battery
Connect your camera to the included AC adaptor with the USB cable
provided for charging. Insert the small end of the USB plug into the camera s
port under the battery door, and the larger end in to the included AC adaptor.
While charging the LED indicator light will light up solid red, when finished
charging the light will turn off.
NOTE:
Please format the memory card before using the camera
(Caution, this will erase all data on the card).
Do not remove or insert the memory card when recording. It
may damage the card or cause data loss.
Memory card rating must be or above.
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2.5
Powering the Camera On/Off
Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to power the camera on.
To power the camera off, press the POWER button again.
If the camera
screen and it will automatically shut down within a few seconds to prevent
memory corruption or loss.
2.6
Switching Modes
Press the MODE/OK button to cycle between Photo, Interval Photo,
Video, Slow Motion, Loop Recording and Timep Lapse Modes. The
corresponding mode will be displayed in the top left corner of the screen.
2.7
Connecting to a Computer
Your camera can connect to a computer to transfer photo and video files for
viewing and editing, you can also use the camera as a webcam or you can
use your computer to charge the camera. Once connected and powered on,
the camera show M and
PC camera
Press the MODE/OK to select your desired mode.
2.8
Scene Dial
produce the best image for that selected scene. In Photo mode, simply
rotate the dial to switch scene modes, the scene modes available are below.
Sports
Landscape
Portrait
Night
Macro
Photo
Burst
Auto
Beach
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2.9
Flash
To raise the flash, simply lift the bottom edge of the flash on the front up. To
lower the flash, simply push the flash down.
2.10
Using the Zoom Function
This camera has a digital zoom function. To operate the zoom function,
slide the ZOOM button to the right to zoom in closer to the subject, and slide
the ZOOM button to the left zoom away from the subject.
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2.11
Screen Icons
The meaning of the icons shown on the LCD screen in each mode can be
found below.
Icon
Description
Photo Mode
Interval Photo Mode
Video Mode
Slow Motion Mode
Loop Recording Mode
Time Lapse Mode
Photo Burst Mode
Photo Size (Resolution)
Movie Size (Resolution)
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White Balance
Exposure
Metering
Sharpness
Flash
ISO
Video Quality
Record Audio
Self Timer
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Memory Card Inserted
Scene Mode
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3.
Using the Camera
3.1
Photo Shooting
Power the camera on and it will be ready to take pictures right away. You
may press the MODE/OK button to switch to another mode.
1.
Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in the shot.
2.
Hold the camera steady and press the SHUTTER button to capture a
photo.
3.
The number of photos that can be captured at a particular resolution will
be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
4.
Memory Full een if there is no SD
Memory Full
will be shown on the screen when the SD card is full.
5.
The number of remaining photos is determined by the selected photo
resolution. The higher the photo resolution, the lower the number of
photos you are able to be save to the memory card. Before capturing any
photos, you can select a preferred photo resolution.
3.1.1
Photo Size
This function sets the photo resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the photo quality and the larger the file size of the photo.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select Photo Size using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected resolution (48MP, 40MP,
30MP, 24MP, 18MP, 12MP).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.2
White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.3
Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.4
Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.5
Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
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1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.6
Flash
This function allows to change the flash settings.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select Flash using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.7
ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (ISO Auto, 100, 200,
400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.8
Time Stamp
This setting allows you to imprint a date & time onto your captured image
files. Once an image file is captured with the imprint, the imprint cannot be
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removed.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select Time Stamp using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the time stamp on or off.
3.1.9
File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
process high quality video file in MP4 format.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.10
Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
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3.1.11 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Frequency menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.12 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.1.13 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.1.14 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.15 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.16 Language
This function allows you to set the
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.1.17 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.1.18 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
3.1.19 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
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5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.1.20 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.1.21 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.2 Interval Photo
In the interval photo mode, the camera will take a single photo at a set
interval until stopped.
To enter interval photo mode, power the camera on and press the
MODE/OK button. Use the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Interval Photo
and press the MODE/OK button to enter the Interval Photo Mode.
1.
Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in the shot.
2.
Hold the camera steady and press the SHUTTER button to capture a
photo and start the countdown.
3.
At the end of each countdown, a new photo will be captured, each
captured photo will be saved as an individual file.
4.
To end the interval photo, press the SHUTTER button.
5.
The number of photos that can be captured at a particular resolution will
be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
6.
will be shown on the screen when the SD card is full.
7.
The number of remaining photos is determined by the selected photo
resolution. The higher the photo resolution, the lower the number of
photos you are able to be save to the memory card. Before capturing any
photos, you can select a preferred photo resolution.
3.2.1 Photo Size
This function sets the photo resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the photo quality and the larger the file size of the photo.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select Photo Size using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Photo Size menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (48MP, 40MP, 30MP,
24MP, 18MP, 12MP).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.2 Interval Duration
This function will let you set the amount of time between each photo.
1. In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
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2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Interval Duration using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Interval Duration menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (3 Seconds, 10
Seconds, 15 Seconds, 20 Seconds, 30 Seconds).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.3 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select White Balance using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.4 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.2.5 Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.6 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.7 Flash
This function allows to change the flash settings.
1. In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Flash using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Off, On).
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6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.8 ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (ISO Auto, 100, 200,
400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.9 Time Stamp
This setting allows you to imprint a date & time onto your captured image
files. Once an image file is captured with the imprint, the imprint cannot be
removed.
1. In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Time Stamp using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the time stamp on or off.
3.2.10 File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
process high quality video file in MP4 format.
1. In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
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UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.11 Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.2.11 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.12 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.2.13 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.14 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.15 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
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5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.16 Language
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.17 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.2.18 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
3.2.19 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.2.20 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.2.21 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Interval Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
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3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.3 Photo Burst
In photo burst mode, the camera will take a set number of images with each
press of the SHUTTER button.
To enter Photo Burst mode, power the camera on and press the MODE/OK
button. Use the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Photo and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Photo Mode. Then rotate the scene dial on the
top of the camera to photo burst mode.
1.
Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in the shot.
2.
Hold the camera steady and press the SHUTTER button to capture the
set number of photos.
3.
The number of photos that can be captured at a particular resolution will
be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
4.
on the screen if there is no SD
will be shown on the screen when the SD card is full.
5.
The number of remaining photos is determined by the selected photo
resolution. The higher the photo resolution, the lower the number of
photos you are able to be save to the memory card. Before capturing any
photos, you can select a preferred photo resolution.
3.3.1 Photo Size
This function sets the photo resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the photo quality and the larger the file size of the photo.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select Photo Size using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Photo Size menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (24MP, 18MP, 12MP).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.2 Photo Burst
This function lets you set the number of photos captured with each photo
burst.
1. In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
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UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Photo Burst using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Photo Burst menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (3-Photo Burst, 5-Photo
Burst, 10-Photo Burst).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.3 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select White Balance using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.4 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.3.5 Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.6 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.7 ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (ISO Auto, 100, 200,
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400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.8 Time Stamp
This setting allows you to imprint a date & time onto your recorded video
files. Once a video file is recorded with the imprint, the imprint cannot be
removed.
1. In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Time Stamp using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the time stamp on or off.
3.3.9 File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
process high quality video file in MP4 format.
1. In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.10 Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
1. In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
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Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.3.11 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.12 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.3.13 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
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MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.14 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.15 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.16 Language
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
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5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.17 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.3.18 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
3.3.19 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
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2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.3.20 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.3.21 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Photo Burst Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.4 Video Recording
To switch to Video mode power the camera on and press the MODE/OK
button, then using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons, select Video and press the
MODE/OK button to enter Video mode. A camcorder icon will appear in the
top left corner of the screen when you are in Video mode.
1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in view.
2. Hold the camera steady and press the RECORD button to begin recording.
3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display at the top right corner of
the screen and the LED status light will blink blue. This indicates the
recorded video time elapsed.
4. Press the RECORD button to stop recording.
5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory
card.
3.4.1 Movie Size (Video Resolution)
This function sets the video resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the video quality and the larger the file size of the video.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Video icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the UP
or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Movie Size using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Movie Size menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (4K (60fps), 4K (30fps),
2.7K (30fps), 1080p (120fps), 1080p (60fps), 1080p (30fps), 720p (60fps),
720p (30fps)).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.2 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select White Balance using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
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5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.3 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.4 Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.5 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
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2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.6 Video Quality
The Video Quality function determines the level of compression the camera
uses when saving photos to a memory card.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Video Quality using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Super Fine, Fine,
Normal).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.7 ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (ISO Auto, 100, 200,
400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.8 Time Stamp
This setting allows you to imprint a date & time onto your recorded video
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files. Once a video file is recorded with the imprint, the imprint cannot be
removed.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Time Stamp using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the time stamp on or off.
3.4.9 Record Audio
This function allows you to turn audio recording in video and loop recording
modes on and off. If this setting is set to off, any videos recorded in video
and loop recording modes will not have any audio.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.4.10 File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
process high quality video file in MP4 format.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
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3.4.11 Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.4.12 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.13 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.4.14 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
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UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.15 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.16 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.17 Language
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
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2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.18 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.4.19 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
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3.4.20 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.4.21 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.4.22 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.5 Slow Motion
Videos recorded in slow motion are recorded at a much higher frames per
second and when played back, the videos show movement at a much slower
rate.
To switch to Slow Motion mode power the camera on and press the
MODE/OK button, then using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons, select Slow
Motion and press the MODE/OK button to enter Slow Motion mode. A
camcorder icon will appear in the top left corner of the screen when you are
in Slow Motion mode.
1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in view.
2. Hold the camera steady and press the RECORD button to begin
recording.
3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display at the top right corner of
the screen and the LED status light will blink blue. This indicates the
recorded video time elapsed.
4. Press the RECORD button to stop recording.
5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory
card.
3.5.1 Slow Motion Rate
This function allows you to set the rate that the video is recorded in. If you
choose 1080p 4X, your video will playback at ¼ speed and if you choose
1080p 2X, then your video will playback at ½ speed.
1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Video icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the UP
or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Slow Motion Rate using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Slow Motion Rate menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (1080p 4X, 1080p 2X).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.2 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
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2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select White Balance using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.3 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.4 Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Mete menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
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selection.
3.5.5 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.6 Video Quality
The Image Quality function determines the level of compression the camera
uses when saving photos to a memory card.
1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Video Quality using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Super Fine, Fine,
Normal).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.7 File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
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1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.8 Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.5.9 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.10 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
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Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.5.11 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.12 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.13 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
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4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.14 Language
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.15 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.5.16 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
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3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
3.5.17 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.5.18 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.5.19 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Slow Motion Mode press the MENU button.
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2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.6 Loop Recording
This function allows you to set a maximum duration for each video clip
recorded.
To switch to Loop Recording mode power the camera on and press the
MODE/OK button, then using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons, select Loop
Recording and press the MODE/OK button to enter Loop Recording mode. A
camcorder icon will appear in the top left corner of the screen when you are
in Loop Recording mode.
1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in view.
2. Hold the camera steady and press the RECORD button to begin
recording.
3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display at the top right corner of
the screen and the LED status light will blink blue. This indicates the
recorded video time elapsed.
4. Press the RECORD button to stop recording.
5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory
card.
3.6.1 Movie Size (Video Resolution)
This function sets the video resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the video quality and the larger the file size of the video.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Video icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the UP
or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Movie Size using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Movie Size menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (4K (60fps), 4K (30fps),
2.7K (30fps), 1080p (120fps), 1080p (60fps), 1080p (30fps), 720p (60fps),
720p (30fps)).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.2 Loop Duration
This function allows you to set a maximum duration for each video clip
recorded.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Video icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the UP
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or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Loop Duration using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Loop Duration menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (2 Minutes, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
Once you select an option, your camcorder will record video clips in
this interval only. Once this duration is reached, the camcorder will
seamlessly end recording and begin recording a new video file.
3.6.3 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select White Balance using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.4 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
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selection.
3.6.5 Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.6 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.7 Video Quality
The Image Quality function determines the level of compression the camera
uses when saving photos to a memory card.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Video Quality using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Super Fine, Fine,
Normal).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.8 ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (ISO Auto, 100, 200,
400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.9 Time Stamp
This setting allows you to imprint a date & time onto your recorded video
files. Once a video file is recorded with the imprint, the imprint cannot be
removed.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Time Stamp using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the time stamp on or off.
3.6.10 Record Audio
This function allows you to turn audio recording in video and loop recording
modes on and off. If this setting is set to off, any videos recorded in video
and loop recording modes will not have any audio.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.6.11 File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
process high quality video file in MP4 format.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.12 Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.6.13 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
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4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.14 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.6.15 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.16 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.17 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.18 Language
terface language.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.19 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.6.20 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
3.6.21 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.6.22 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
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1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.6.23 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Loop Recording Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.7 Time Lapse
This feature allows you to capture long sequences of events in a much
shorter time period.
To switch to Time Lapse mode power the camera on and press the
MODE/OK button, then using the LEFT or RIGHT buttons, select Time Lapse
and press the MODE/OK button to enter Time Lapse mode. A camcorder
icon will appear in the top left corner of the screen when you are in Time
Lapse mode.
1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in view.
2. Hold the camera steady and press the RECORD button to begin
recording.
3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display at the top right corner of
the screen and the LED status light will blink blue. This indicates the
recorded video time elapsed.
4. Press the RECORD button to stop recording.
5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory
card.
3.7.1 Movie Size (Video Resolution)
This function sets the video resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater
the video quality and the larger the file size of the video.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Video icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the UP
or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Movie Size using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Movie Size menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (4K, 2.7K, 1080p, 720p).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.2 Interval Duration
This function allows you to set the amount of time in between images.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Video icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the UP
or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Interval Duration using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
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MODE/OK button to enter the Interval Duration menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (0.5 Seconds, 1
Second, 2 Seconds, 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: By selecting 10 Seconds a single
frame every 10 seconds and create a video combining all of the
captured images. See the table below for how long it will take to
record 1 second of video for each option;
Interval Duration Option
Length of time to record 1
second of video
0.5 Seconds
15 Seconds
1 Second 30 Seconds
2
Seconds
60 Seconds
5 Seconds
150 Seconds
10 Seconds
300 Seconds
30 Seconds
900 Seconds
60 Seconds 1,800 Seconds
3.7.3 White Balance
White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem
warmer or cooler depending on how the light you're shooting in affects the
frame.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select White Balance using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the White Balance menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Florescent).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.4 Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
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3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2,
+3).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.5 Video Duration
This function allows you to set the length of the final time lapse video.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Video Duration using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Unlimited, 6 Seconds, 8
Seconds, 10 Seconds, 20 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, 120
Seconds).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
NOTE: By selecting time lapse will automatically
stop recording when the final video is 10 seconds long. The actual
length of time that it will take to record the 10 second video will
depend on the interval duration, see section 3.7.2.
3.7.6 Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate
exposure (quantity of light reaching the camera lens). Spot metering will only
base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. Center metering
will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi setting measures the
light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
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MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Multi, Center, Spot,
Matrix).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.7 Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Sharp, Normal, Soft).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.8 Video Quality
The Image Quality function determines the level of compression the camera
uses when saving photos to a memory card.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4. Select Video Quality using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Video menu.
5. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Super Fine, Fine,
Normal).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.9 ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the Camera icon on the top of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the settings menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the MODE/OK
button to enter the menu.
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5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (ISO Auto, 100, 200,
400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.10 File Compression
Video compression is the process of reducing the number of bits needed to
record a video without compromising its visual quality. The purpose of
compression is to make a video file occupy less space than the original file
while maintaining a high quality.
Videos are compressed using codecs. Video codecs are the compression
component of video compression software that compile files by encoding the
data they contain. For the highest quality, select High Compression. For the
best compatibility across all playback devices, select H.264. Either select will
process high quality video file in MP4 format.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select File Compression using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the File Compression menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (H.264, High
Compression).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.11 Image Rotation
This option will flip the image on the LCD screen 180 degrees.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select Image Rotation using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn on or off.
3.7.12 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camera from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please
check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
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1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Auto, 50 Hz, 60 Hz)
the default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.13 LED Indicator
This function allows you turn the LED status indicator on and off.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to turn the on or off.
3.7.14 Screen Saver
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically turning off the LCD screen. Note: even
while the screen is off, the camera will still be powered on.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Screen Saver using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Screen Saver menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 30 Seconds, 1
Minute, 2 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.15 Auto Power Off
This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with
no user input before automatically powering off.
1. In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
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2. Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4. Select Auto Power Off using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Auto Power Off menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Minutes, 5
Minutes, 10 Minutes).
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.16 Button Sound
This function allows you to turn off the sounds of the camera.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Button Sound using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Button Sound menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.17 Language
terface language.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Language using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Language menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected language.
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.18 Date Format
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
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2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date Format using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date Format menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (YYYY/MM/DD,
MM/DD/YYYY, DD-MM-YYYY).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
3.7.19 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Date & Time Set using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Date & Time Set menu.
5.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the value of the highlighted
field.
6.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to change to the next field.
7.
Press the MODE/OK button to save the date and time and to exit the
settings menu.
8.
You can also press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without
making a selection.
3.7.20 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Format Memory Card using the UP or DOWN buttons and press
the MODE/OK button to enter the Format Memory Card menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Format, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3.7.21 Device Info
This setting displays the current firmware version of your camera.
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the
MODE/OK button to enter the Device Info menu.
5.
Press the OK button to exit the Device Info menu.
3.7.22 Restore Default Settings
Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not
delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the
1.
In Time Lapse Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Select the gear icon on the bottom of the left side of the screen using the
UP or DOWN buttons.
3.
Press the RIGHT button to enter the setup menu.
4.
Select Restore Default Settings using the UP or DOWN buttons and
press the MODE/OK button to enter the Restore Default Settings menu.
5.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to navigate the menu, and press the
MODE/OK button to confirm your selected option (Confirm, Cancel).
6.
Press the MENU button to exit the settings menu without making a
selection.
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3.8 Playback Mode
Videos and photos captured on your camera can be easily played back.
1.
Press the PLAYBACK button to enter Playback mode, previously
recorded videos and captured images will show on the screen.
2.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to cycle through the captured videos
and photos stored on the memory card. Press the MODE/OK button to
view the selected file.
3.
When viewing a photo press and hold the ZOOM IN button to zoom in on
the picture on the screen, press and hold the ZOOM OUT button to view
the entire image. While zoomed in, use the UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT
buttons to move the image on the screen.
4.
While viewing a recorded video, press the MODE/OK button to start the
video, press the MODE/OK button again to pause the video.
5.
Press the DELETE button to delete the current image.
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4.1 Technical Specifications
Model Number Minolta MND50
Lens 5.04 2.4 52mm Front Threading
Zoom 16X Digital Zoom
Image Sensor Sony IMX 386 12.0MP 1/2.9 CMOS Sensor
Shutter Electronic
Pixels (photo)
JPEG: 30 24 18 12 MP
Pixels (video)
MP4:
720p 30fps
ISO Sensitivity Auto
LCD Screen 3.0 IPS 640x360 LCD Screen
Assistive Light White LED Flash Strobe
Power Saving
Mode
3 Minutes 5 10 Minutes
White Balance
Control
Sunny Incandescent
Scene Modes
Beach
Recording Media XC; Maximum: 128GB
I/O Ports
USB-C External Microphone Port (3.5mmm) Microphone
(built-
Power NP40 Lithium-Ion 3.7V, 1500mAh, 5.55Wh
Dimensions 4.54 x 2.2 x 2.96 8.4 oz.
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