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About this Manual
Congratulations on purchasing the Minolta MN4K30NV Camcorder!
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Note that the
example screens and product illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ
somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual camcorder.
Copyright
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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
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conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
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
Camcorder Information
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Do not disassemble or attempt to service the camcorder yourself.
•
Do not expose the camcorder to moisture, or extreme temperatures.
•
Allow the camcorder to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures.
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Do not touch and put pressure on the camcorder 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 camcorder while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle.
•
Please handle the camcorder 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 this appliance to rain
or moisture.
Battery Information
•
Turn off the camcorder before installing or removing the battery.
•
Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with
your camcorder. 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 camcorder is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for
the camcorder body to feel warm.
•
Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camcorder if you are
going to store the camcorder for a long period of time.
•
The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck
up. Ensure you use the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery.
•
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
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batteries, which might cause poisoning.
•
Once the battery's color changes or its shape is twisted, please stop using it.
USB adapter 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
adapter’s internal surfaces. Please do not use it immediately in this situation.
•
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 camcorder.
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1.1
Camcorder Interface
1. Touch LCD Screen
8. Power Button
15. Down/Delete Button
2. Hot Shoe Mount
9. LED Mode Indicator
16. Right/Exposure Button
3. Speaker
10. Mode Button
17. Left/Exposure Button
4. Display Button
11. Record Button
18. OK Button
5. Zoom
12. Port Door
19. Menu
6. Shutter
13. Microphone
7. LED Indicator
14. Up/IR LED Button
1. Lens
2. Remote Control Sensor
3. IR LED Light
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1. Tripod Mount
2. Battery Compartment
3. Memory Card Slot
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1.2
Button Function Description
Function
Description
Power
Press and hold for 2 seconds to power on, tap
once to power off.
Mode
Tap to cycle between Video, Photo, and
Settings modes.
Menu
Tap to access and exit all menus and
submenus.
Zoom
In Video and Photo: Press right to zoom-in.
Press left to zoom-out.
In Menu: Press to go to the previous or next
setting option.
In Video Playback: Press to go to the
previous or next video. While playing a video,
press to increase and decrease the volume.
In Photo Playback: Press to go to the
previous or next photo. While viewing a photo,
slide to the right to zoom in on the photo, slide
to the left to zoom out.
Photo
In Photo: Press softly to focus the image.
Press hard to capture a photo.
In Video: Tap to pause a recording, tap again
to resume recording.
In Playback: While playing a recorded video,
tap to pause and tap again to resume.
OK button in menus. Tap to confirm a setting.
Record
In Video: Tap to start/stop recording video.
In Playback: Tap to stop a playing video.
Display
In Photo and Video: Tap to turn off the icons
on the screen, tap again to turn the display off,
tap a third time to turn on the display with the
icons.
Up | IR LED Button
In Video and Photo: Press to turn on the LED
Light.
In Video Playback: Press to increase the
volume.
In Menu: Press to select the desired submenu.
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Down | Delete
In Video, Photo and Playback: Press to
delete the last image or video.
In Menus: Press to select the desired
submenu.
Right | Exposure
In Photo and Video: Press to increase the
exposure.
In Video Playback: Press to go to the next
video.
In Photo Playback: While viewing a zoomed
in photo, press to move the image on the
screen to the right.
In Menu:
Press to go to the next setting option.
Left | Exposure
In Photo and Video: Press to decrease the
exposure.
In Video Playback: Press to go to the
previous video.
In Photo Playback: While viewing a zoomed
in photo, press to move the image on the
screen to the left.
In Menu:
Press to go to the previous setting
option.
LED Light
LED light to aid with vision and recording in
darkness.
Tripod Mount
Mount port for attaching to a tripod nut.
Battery/Memory
Card Door
Door to cover storage slot for inserting the
battery and a memory card.
Speaker
Built-in speaker output for playback of video
files when audio recording is enabled.
Lens
Front capture device for all video and photo.
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2.
First Use
2.1
Inserting the Memory Card
Insert the included 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 to access the memory card slot. To open the battery
door, slide the battery door towards the rear of the camcorder, the door will
then flip open.
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 laying it flat against the bottom of the camcorder
and sliding it towards the front of the camcorder.
4.
To remove the memory card, simply push in and the card will eject out.
2.2
Installing the Battery
Insert the lithium-ion battery into the battery compartment with the metal
contacts facing the inside of the camcorder. The battery can only be
NOTE:
• Please format the memory card before using the camcorder
(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 Class U1 or above.
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inserted one way. Push the battery in until it locks into place. Open the
battery door by sliding the battery door towards the rear of the camcorder,
the door will then flip open.
1.
Insert the battery. Ensure that the metal contacts are inserted first. Push the
down until you hear an audible click.
2.
Close the battery door by laying it flat against the bottom of the camcorder
and sliding it towards the front of the camcorder.
3.
To remove the battery, slide the battery lock away from the battery and
the battery will eject.
2.3
Charging the Battery
Connect your camcorder to the included AC adaptor with the USB cable
provided for charging. Open the rubber jack door on the rear of the
camcorder to access the charging port. Insert the small end of the USB plug
into the camcorder’s port, and the larger end into the included AC adaptor.
The LED indicator light will light up red while charging and the LED will turn
off when charging is complete.
2.4
Powering the Camcorder On/Off
Press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds to power the camcorder on.
To power the camcorder off, press the POWER button. The camcorder will
automatically power on and off when the screen is opened or closed. If the
camcorder’s battery is low, a “Low Power” message will display on the
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screen and it will automatically shut down within a few seconds to prevent
memory corruption or loss.
2.5
Switching Modes
Press the MODE button to view the different mode options. Press the
ZOOM, RIGHT or LEFT button to cycle between Video, Photo, and Setup
Modes and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter that mode. The
corresponding mode will be displayed in the top left corner of the screen.
2.6
Connecting to a Computer
Your camcorder can connect to a computer to transfer photo and video files
for viewing and editing, or use the camcorder as a web cam. To connect the
camcorder to your computer, open the rubber jack door on the rear of the
camcorder to access the USB port. Insert the small end of the USB plug into
the camcorder’s port, and the larger end into the USB port on your computer.
Once connected and powered on, the camcorder’s screen will show “MSDC”
and “PC Camera”. Use the ZOOM button to select your desired mode and
press the PHOTO button to enter into that mode.
2.7
Connecting to a TV
The camcorder can also be connected to a TV. When connected, the
camcorder screen will turn off and the camcorder will function normally. Use
the TV as the camcorder monitor. To connect the camcorder to your TV,
open the rubber jack door on the rear of the camcorder to access the HDMI
port. Insert the small end of the HDMI plug into the camcorder’s port, and the
larger end into the HDMI port on your TV. Then turn on the camcorder and it
will be ready for use.
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2.8
Video Mode
Press the MODE button to switch to Video Mode. The meaning of each icon
within Video Mode is explained in the table below:
1. Video Mode
9. Zoom Level
2. Video Size (Resolution)
10. Menu
3. Time Lapse Setting
11. Memory Card Inserted
4. Night Vision Active
12. Metering
5. Recording Time Remaining
13. Exposure
6. Battery Level
14. Color Effect
7. Pause Recording
15. White Balance
8. Playback
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2.9
Photo Mode
Press the MODE button to switch to Photo Mode. The meaning of each icon
within Photo Mode is explained in the table below:
1. Photo Mode
11. Zoom Level
2. Photo Size (Resolution)
12. Menu
3. Night Vision Active
13. Memory Card Inserted
4. Number of Photos Remaining
14. ISO
5. Battery Level
15. Photo Sharpness
6. Self Timer
16. Metering
7. Image Stabilization
17. Exposure
8. Face Detection
18. Color Effect
9. Photo Burst
19. White Balance
10. Playback
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2.10
Using the Zoom Function
This camcorder 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 to
the left to zoom away from the subject.
2.11
Using the IR Night Vision Mode
This camcorder has built-in infrared (IR) LEDs for night vision recording -
giving you the ability to capture photos and videos in a dark environment.
In Photo or Video mode, press the IR button once to enable the IR LED light.
When the IR LED light is enabled, the IR LED light indicator on the top of the
screen will be displayed.
To disable the IR light, press the IR button again. You will notice that the IR
light indicator on the screen is no longer showing.
2.12
Attaching External Accessories
This camcorder supports lens filters & attachments, external microphones
and assistive lighting utilizing power from the hot-shoe mount. When
attaching an external microphone, be sure to mount it to the hot-shoe mount
and also insert the 3.5mm plug into the MIC port.
The camcorder lens has a 37mm diameter threading for compatible filters
and attachments.
Note:
The photos and videos taken while the IR LED is enabled will be
recorded in black and white.
The IR LED can also be enabled or disabled during a recording.
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Video
Pause
Photo
Delete
Volume Up
Right
Fast Forward
Volume Down
Zoom In
Zoom Out
LED Light
Mode
Left
Play/Stop
Rewind
2.13
Remote Control
Note: Before using
the remote, remove
the battery tab on the
back.
When using the
remote, it should be
pointed towards the
remote control receiver
on the front the
camcorder. There
shouldn’t be any
objects in between the
remote and camcorder
as they can block the
signal from the remote.
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3.
Using the Camcorder
3.1 Video Recording
Power the camcorder on and it will be ready to record clips right away. You
may press the MODE button to switch to another 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 camcorder steady and press the RECORD button to begin recording.
3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display in red in the top right corner
of the screen. This indicates the recorded video time elapsed.
4. Press the PHOTO button to pause and resume recording. Press the RECORD
button to stop recording.
5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory card.
3.1.1 Settings – Movie Size (Resolution)
Your camcorder has a number of preset resolutions.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Movie Size’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Movie Size’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu and press
the PHOTO or OK buttons to confirm your selected setting (4K 24fps, 2K
30fps, 1080p 60fps, 720p 120fps). A higher resolution and faster frames
per second rate will produce a higher quality and larger video file.
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.1.2 Settings – 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. Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3. Select ‘White Balance’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘White Balance’ submenu.
4. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected setting (Auto, Daylight,
Cloudy, Fluorescent, Tungsten).
5. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
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3.1.3 Settings – Color Effect
This function sets the color filter effect of a video.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Color Effect’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Color Effect’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected filter (Standard, Sepia,
Monochrome, Vivid).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.1.4 Settings – Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your video.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Exposure’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Exposure’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (+3,
+2, +1, 0, -1, -2, -3).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.1.5 Settings – Date 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 Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Date Stamp’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Date Stamp’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Off, On).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.1.6 Settings – Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camcorder determines the
appropriate exposure (quantity of light reaching the
camcorder 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
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Multi setting measures the light at several points on the screen.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Metering’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Metering’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Multi,
Center, Spot).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.1.7 Time-Lapse
This feature allows you to capture long sequences of events in a much shorter
time period.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Function and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Time-Lapse’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Time-Lapse’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Off, 1
Second, 3 Seconds, 5 Seconds).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
NOTE: By selecting ‘5 Seconds’ the camcorder will capture a photo every 5
seconds and create a time-lapse video. To disable Time-Lapse recording,
select ‘Off’ in this submenu.
Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be
navigated via the touch screen. Press the ‘MENU’
icon in the bottom left corner of the touch screen to
change chosen settings.
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3.2 Photo Shooting
Power the camcorder on and press the MODE button or press the icon in the
top left corner of the touch screen to switch to Photo mode.
1.
Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in the shot.
2.
Hold the camcorder steady, soft press the PHOTO button to focus on the scene
and hard press the PHOTO 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.
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
Settings – Photo Size (Resolution)
Your camcorder has a number of preset resolutions.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Photo Size’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Photo Size’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected setting (30MP, 24MP,
16MP, 10MP, 5MP, 3MP). A higher resolution will produce a higher quality
and larger image file.
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.2
Settings – 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. Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3. Select ‘White Balance’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘White Balance’ submenu.
4. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected setting (Auto, Daylight,
Cloudy, Fluorescent, Tungsten).
5. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
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3.2.3
Settings – Color Effect
This function sets the color filter effect of a video.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Color Effect’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Color Effect’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected filter (Standard, Sepia,
Monochrome, Vivid).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.4
Settings – Exposure
This function adjusts the frame brightness in your video.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Exposure’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Exposure’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (+3,
+2, +1, 0, -1, -2, -3).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.5
Settings – Metering
Metering mode refers to the way in which a camcorder determines the
appropriate exposure (quantity of light reaching the
camcorder 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.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Metering’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Metering’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Multi,
Center, Spot).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
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3.2.6
Settings – Sharpness
This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Sharpness’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Sharpness’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Soft,
Normal, Sharp).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.7
Settings – ISO
This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Settings and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘ISO’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘ISO’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Auto,
100, 200, 400).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.8
Function – Self Timer
This function determines the time delay before a photograph is captured. This
setting can be used by photographers to take photographs of themselves.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Function and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Self Timer’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Self Timer’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Off, 2
Seconds, 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.9
Function – Anti-Shake
This function enables photo capture in high speed and low-light by
electronically minimizing motion blur and reducing camcorder shake.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
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2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Function and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Anti-Shake’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Anti-Shake’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (On,
Off).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.10
Function – Face Detection
This function allows you to set your camcorder to detect faces in a scene and
adjust your camcorder’s setting for the most optimal picture.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Function and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Face Detection’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and
press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Face Detection’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (On,
Off).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.11
Function – Photo Burst
This function allows to you capture 3 consecutive photos with one click of the
PHOTO button.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Function and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Select ‘Photo Burst’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Photo Burst’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (3
Photos, Off).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
3.2.12
Function – Date 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 Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Function and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
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3.
Select ‘Date Stamp’ using the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Date Stamp’ submenu.
4.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and press
the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected exposure mode (Off,
On).
5.
Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be navigated
via the touch screen. Press the ‘MENU’ icon in the bottom
left corner of the touch screen to change chosen settings.
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3.3 Playback Mode
Videos and photos captured on your camcorder can be easily played back.
3.3.1 Video Playback
Follow the steps below to enter the Video Playback mode.
1.
In Video Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Playback and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Video and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter Video Playback Mode.
Follow the steps below to navigate the Video Playback Mode:
1.
Press the ZOOM, UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT button to cycle through the
captured videos stored on the memory card.
2.
To enter into a video, press the PHOTO or OK button.
3.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to see the previous or next recorded
video.
4.
While viewing a recorded video, press the PHOTO or OK button to start playing
a recorded video, press the PHOTO or OK button again to pause the video and
press the RECORD button to stop the video.
5.
While a video is playing, use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN button to increase or
decrease the playback volume.
In Video Playback Mode the following options are available:
3.3.1.1 Delete
This function is used to delete videos. Videos can be deleted singly or all at
once. Deleted videos are permanently deleted and cannot be
recovered.
1.
In Video Playback Mode press the MENU button, and use the ZOOM,
UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Delete’. Press the PHOTO or OK
button to enter the ‘Delete’ submenu.
2.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and
press the PHOTO or OK button for your selected setting (Delete
Current, Delete All).
3.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without deleting any videos.
3.3.1.2 Protect
This function protects the video file. The file will be protected from being
deleted accidentally. Files must be unprotected to be deleted.
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1.
In Video Playback Mode press the MENU button, and use the ZOOM,
UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Protect’. Press the PHOTO or OK
button to enter the ‘Protect’ submenu.
2.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and
press the PHOTO or OK button for your selected setting (Lock
Current, Unlock Current, Lock All, Unlock All).
3.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without protecting any videos.
3.3.2 Photo Playback
Follow the steps below to enter the Video Playback mode.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Playback and press the
PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Photo and press the
PHOTO or OK buttons to enter Photo Playback Mode.
Follow the steps below to navigate the Video Playback Mode:
1.
Press the ZOOM, UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT button to cycle through the
captured photos stored on the memory card.
2.
To enter into a photo, press the PHOTO or OK button.
3.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to see the previous or next recorded
photo.
4.
While viewing a photo, press the + icon on the screen to zoom into an image.
5.
While zoomed in, use the ZOOM button to zoom in or out of the photo, using the
touch screen, use your finger to drag the photo to view other parts of the
zoomed in photo.
In Photo Playback Mode the following options are available:
3.3.2.1 Delete
This function is used to delete photos. Photos can be deleted singly or all at
once. Deleted photos are permanently deleted and cannot be
recovered.
1.
In Photo Playback Mode press the MENU button, and use the ZOOM,
UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Delete’. Press the PHOTO or OK
button to enter the ‘Delete’ submenu.
2.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and
press the PHOTO or OK button for your selected setting (Delete
Current, Delete All).
3.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without deleting any photos.
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3.3.2.2 Protect
This function protects the photo file. The file will be protected from being
deleted accidentally. Files must be unprotected to be deleted.
1.
In Photo Playback Mode press the MENU button, and use the ZOOM,
UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Protect’. Press the PHOTO or OK
button to enter the ‘Protect’ submenu.
2.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu, and
press the PHOTO or OK button for your selected setting (Lock
Current, Unlock Current, Lock All, Unlock All).
3.
Press the MENU button to exit the menu without protecting any photos.
3.3.3 Slide Show
Photographs can be viewed as a slideshow on the camcorder.
1.
In Photo Mode press the MENU button.
2.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Playback and press
the PHOTO or OK button to enter the menu.
3.
Use the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select Slide Show and
press the PHOTO or OK button to enter Slide Show Mode.
4.
Press the PHOTO or OK button to start the slide show and press the
PHOTO or OK button again to pause.
5.
Press the MENU button to access the slide show settings.
6.
Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu and press
the PHOTO button to confirm your selected setting (3 Seconds, 5
Seconds, 10 Seconds).
7.
Once the time duration has been chosen, press the MENU button to exit
the settings.
8.
To exit the ‘Slide Show’ submenu without making a selection, press the
MENU button.
Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be navigated via
the touch screen. Press the ‘MENU’ icon in the bottom left
corner of the screen to change chosen setting.
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3.4 Setup Mode
Basic settings can be changed in the Setup menu. These include date &
time, language and sound options. Power the camcorder on and press the
MODE button. Use the ZOOM or LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select Setup.
Press the PHOTO or OK buttons to enter Setup Mode. A menu will display
on the screen.
3.4.1 Language
This function allows you to set the camcorder’s interface language.
1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Language’
and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Language’ submenu.
2. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to select your desired language.
Then press the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selection.
3. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
4. You can also press the MENU button to exit the submenu without making a
selection.
3.4.2 Beep Sound
This function can turn the sound the camcorder makes after pressing a
button, on or off.
1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Beep
Sound’ and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Beep Sound’
submenu.
2. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to select your desired setting
(Off, On), then press the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selection.
3. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
4. You can also press the MENU button to exit the submenu without making
a selection.
3.4.3 Date & Time Set
This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded
video clips and captured photos.
1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Set Date’
and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Set Date’ submenu.
2. Press the ZOOM, UP or DOWN button to change the selected value.
3. Press the PHOTO or OK button to change the selected value. Note: the
selected value will not be highlighted, only press the PHOTO or OK buttons
once, then press the ZOOM, UP or DOWN button see which value is
selected.
4. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu after setting the date and time
or to exit the submenu without making any changes.
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3.4.4 Frequency
This function sets the frequency of the camcorder from 50Hz to 60Hz.
Please check the frequency of your location and set accordingly.
1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Frequency’
and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Frequency’ submenu.
2. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to select your desired frequency.
Then press the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selection (50Hz,
60Hz). The default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.
3. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
4. You can also press the MENU button to exit the submenu without making
a selection.
3.4.5 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 Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to navigate and
select ‘Auto Power Off’ and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the
‘Auto Power Off’ submenu.
2. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to navigate the menu and then
press the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selected setting (Off, 3
Minutes, 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes).
3. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu.
4. You can also press the MENU button to exit the submenu without making
a selection.
3.4.6 Format Memory Card
The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your
memory card.
1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Format’
and press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the submenu.
2. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to select your desired selection,
press the PHOTO or OK button for your selected setting (Format, No).
NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.
3. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu without making a selection.
3.4.7 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 menu’s setting back to factory default settings.
1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM, UP or DOWN buttons to select ‘Reset’ and
press the PHOTO or OK button to enter the ‘Reset’ submenu.
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2. Press the ZOOM, LEFT or RIGHT button to select your desired option, then
press the PHOTO or OK button to confirm your selection (Yes, No).
3. Press the MENU button to exit the submenu without making a selection.
Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be navigated
via the touch screen. Press the ‘MENU’ icon in the bottom
left corner of the screen to change chosen settings.
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4.1 Technical Specifications
Model Number
Minolta MN4K30NV
Lens
Fixed Focus • f=4.88mm • F/2.2 • 37mm Front
Threading for Lens Accessory Attachments
Zoom
16X Digital Zoom
Image Sensor
13MP CMOS Sensor
Shutter
Electronic • Anti-Shake Image Stabilization
Pixels (photo)
JPEG: 30MP • 24MP • 16MP • 10MP • 5MP •
3MP
Pixels (video)
MP4: 4K 24fps • 2K 30fps • 1080p 60fps • 720p
120fps
ISO Sensitivity
Auto • 100 • 200 • 400
LCD Monitor
3.0 Inch IPS High Resolution Touch Screen
LCD
Assistive Light
IR LED
Power Saving Mode
OFF • 3 Minutes • 5 Minutes • 10 Minutes
White Balance Control
Auto • Daylight • Cloudy • Fluorescent •
Tungsten
Special Features
Photo Burst • Face Detection • Color Filters •
Anti-Shake • Time-Lapse
Hot Shoe
Yes, for external MIC or Assistive Lighting
Recording Media
SD • SDXC; Maximum: 128GB
I/O Ports
10-pin Mini USB 2.0 • Mini HDMI C Type •
3.5mm Microphone Input • Hot Shoe
Power
NP-40; 3.7v, 1,300mAH
Dimensions
5.0 x 2.18 x 2.53 in. • 11.5 oz.
Minolta is a registered trademark of JMM Lee Properties, LLC
and is used in the United States by Elite Brands Inc. under license.
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If you’re having difficulties with your camcorder, or would like further
assistance, please call our toll-free technical support hotline at 800-441-1100.
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