[. . . ] Reset (switching off and back on again or removing and re-inserting batteries) if necessary. RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES: Do not mix these with any other types of batteries. DO NOT RECHARGE OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES. TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING STARTED Getting to Know Your Digital Video Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] If you want to record and playback from the internal memory only, remove the MMC/SD Card. PICTURES HOW TO TAKE A PICTURE 1. Press the button until you see the camera icon appear on the LCD/Viewfinder. 7 2. To set the resolution of your picture, press 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 or 320 x 240. to switch between 3. Press the Zoom button, T or W, to adjust the frame of your picture. 4. Press the T or W on the Zoom button to preview one picture or multiple pictures on the LCD/Viewfinder. 8 3. Press or to select the picture that you want to view. NOTE: If you have an MMC/SD Card inserted (not included), your picture will be automatically stored to the MMC/SD Card, not the internal memory and will be reviewed from this location. If you want to take pictures and review them from the internal memory only, remove the MMC/SD Card. TAKING A PICTURE IN DIM LIGHT The Exposure Value (EV) feature provides a one second exposure that allows you to take a picture in dim light. 1. Press the EV button again to exit. NOTE: Due to the longer exposure, camera movement may cause distortions in your picture. It is recommended to use a tripod or other solid surface to steady the camera in this mode. COMPUTER CONNECTION HOW TO INSTALL THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER [PC Compatible Only] The VCAMNOW software will help you transfer your picture and movie files from your Digital Video Camera to your computer. 1. Follow the on-screen installation instructions. If the CD does not begin automatically, double click "My Computer" then double click the CD icon with the name "VCAMNOW. " Double click the "Install" icon and follow the on-screen installation instructions. 10 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA TO YOUR COMPUTER 1. Insert end B of the USB Cable into the USB port on the back of the Digital Video Camera. When your Digital Video Camera is connected via the USB cable, the installed software will automatically launch on your computer, allowing you to transfer and/or erase pictures and movies. to computer B A HOW TO USE YOUR DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA AS A MASS STORAGE DEVICE PC 1. Double-click on the appropriate removable disc to show the files on your Digital Video Camera. Copying files into this directory may cause your software to become unstable and crash. [. . . ] 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. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Product and colors may vary. 76348 PN 6532150000 TM Digital Video Camera HOW TO USE YOUR DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA AS A WEB CAM Once connected to your computer, your Digital Video Camera can be used as a Web Cam displaying live, real-time action! [. . . ]