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Please read and understand the separate booklet "SAFETY MANUAL". INSTRUCTION MANUAL Dual Camera VPC-FH1EX VPC-FH1 VPC-FH1GX Important note This manual explains how to read these products will be labeled as such. Make sure to safely operate the VPC-FH1EX, VPC-FH1 and VPC-FH1GX. Any information regarding only one of these instructions carefully before using the camera. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
Please read and understand the separate booklet "SAFETY MANUAL". INSTRUCTION MANUAL Dual Camera VPC-FH1EX VPC-FH1 VPC-FH1GX Important note This manual explains how to read these products will be labeled as such. Make sure to safely operate the VPC-FH1EX, VPC-FH1 and VPC-FH1GX. Any information regarding only one of these instructions carefully before using the camera. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
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...the answers to . To view on a TV, please read the section on "NORMAL" and "OPTION SETTINGS" in this manual. Symbols used in this manual HINT Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections... "COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS" (page 153) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 161). HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL For first-time users Please read the sections on "SETUP" and "SIMPLE" in this manual, as well as the included "QUICK GUIDE" to familiarize yourself with your camera's operation. ↓ ...
...the answers to . To view on a TV, please read the section on "NORMAL" and "OPTION SETTINGS" in this manual. Symbols used in this manual HINT Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections... "COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS" (page 153) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 161). HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL For first-time users Please read the sections on "SETUP" and "SIMPLE" in this manual, as well as the included "QUICK GUIDE" to familiarize yourself with your camera's operation. ↓ ...
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Please purchase a commercially sold card. h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is not included with your camera. DC IN terminal cover 1 Open AC adaptor To power outlet English iv SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Insert the SD Memory Card. Monitor unit 1 Open Card slot cover 2 Open SD Memory Card 3 Insert 2 Connect the AC adaptor to as the "card". h An SD Memory Card is referred to the camera.
Please purchase a commercially sold card. h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is not included with your camera. DC IN terminal cover 1 Open AC adaptor To power outlet English iv SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Insert the SD Memory Card. Monitor unit 1 Open Card slot cover 2 Open SD Memory Card 3 Insert 2 Connect the AC adaptor to as the "card". h An SD Memory Card is referred to the camera.
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...order to complete this procedure. http://www.sanyo-dsc.com/ h When the installation window closes, a dialog box to connect to record Blu-ray Disks or AVCHD. Check the [No thanks!] option button, and then click on a DVD. Burn your recorded video clips onto a DVD (Windows Vista)... the installation window, click on [Nero 8 Essentials]. For detailed information concerning the operating environment, please see the Sanyo support page (page 16 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) or visit the following website for service). h To record Blu-ray Disks or AVCHD, please upgrade the Nero...
...order to complete this procedure. http://www.sanyo-dsc.com/ h When the installation window closes, a dialog box to connect to record Blu-ray Disks or AVCHD. Check the [No thanks!] option button, and then click on a DVD. Burn your recorded video clips onto a DVD (Windows Vista)... the installation window, click on [Nero 8 Essentials]. For detailed information concerning the operating environment, please see the Sanyo support page (page 16 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) or visit the following website for service). h To record Blu-ray Disks or AVCHD, please upgrade the Nero...
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XACTI (E:)\DCIM\***SANYO (*** represents numbers [page 12 in the following folder. h The screen to the computer's hard disk. h The drive name (E:) may be different on your camera are stored in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL]). h The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer. 5 Copy ... HINT i For information on the hard disk to which to copy all the camera's still image and video clip files at once, please see the support pages at the website below: http://www.sanyo-dsc.com/ English x h The data recorded with your computer. 3 Select "COMPUTER", and press the...
XACTI (E:)\DCIM\***SANYO (*** represents numbers [page 12 in the following folder. h The screen to the computer's hard disk. h The drive name (E:) may be different on your camera are stored in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL]). h The drive name (E:) may be different on your computer. 5 Copy ... HINT i For information on the hard disk to which to copy all the camera's still image and video clip files at once, please see the support pages at the website below: http://www.sanyo-dsc.com/ English x h The data recorded with your computer. 3 Select "COMPUTER", and press the...
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... sold accessories 15 Media cards that can be used with this camera 16 What "card" means in this manual 16 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA 17 High-quality images with "Full High Definition 17 Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy operation 18 Image stabilizer for sharp pictures 18 Sharp...
... sold accessories 15 Media cards that can be used with this camera 16 What "card" means in this manual 16 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA 17 High-quality images with "Full High Definition 17 Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy operation 18 Image stabilizer for sharp pictures 18 Sharp...
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...image stabilizer) setting" on page 38 Zoom in the following table. Shooting/recording Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Getting started shooting/recording • "VIDEO CLIP RECORDING" on page 63 • "SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS" on page 64 • "Sequential shots" on page 89 • "Audio ... • "Select the focus setting" (super macro mode) on page 61 For more accurate focus • "How to use the manual focus" (manual focus) on page 93 Set the focus to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your photos •...
...image stabilizer) setting" on page 38 Zoom in the following table. Shooting/recording Basic operation Convenient functions Additional functions Getting started shooting/recording • "VIDEO CLIP RECORDING" on page 63 • "SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS" on page 64 • "Sequential shots" on page 89 • "Audio ... • "Select the focus setting" (super macro mode) on page 61 For more accurate focus • "How to use the manual focus" (manual focus) on page 93 Set the focus to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your photos •...
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..." on pages 52 and 94 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO sensitivity setting" pages 52 and 95 For a more precise exposure setting • "Exposure setting" (manual exposure control) on pages 54 and 97 Change the color of the images • "Filter setting" (monochrome filter/sepia filter) on pages 50 and 90...
..." on pages 52 and 94 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO sensitivity setting" pages 52 and 95 For a more precise exposure setting • "Exposure setting" (manual exposure control) on pages 54 and 97 Change the color of the images • "Filter setting" (monochrome filter/sepia filter) on pages 50 and 90...
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...ix Burn files copied to the computer onto a DVD • "Burn video clips onto a DVD (For Windows Vista users)" on page xi Playback • "About video clip files recorded with this camera" on page 13 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Using as a webcam • "Using as a PC camera" on ...page 15 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Record an image of the computer screen • "...
...ix Burn files copied to the computer onto a DVD • "Burn video clips onto a DVD (For Windows Vista users)" on page xi Playback • "About video clip files recorded with this camera" on page 13 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Using as a webcam • "Using as a PC camera" on ...page 15 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Record an image of the computer screen • "...
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES i Grip belt (page 13): 1 i Xacti Software CD (CD-ROM) (page 4 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Li-ion battery pack (page 31): 1 i Dedicated S-AV interface cable (pages 144 and 145): 1 i Dedicated USB interface cable (page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Dedicated component cable (page 146): 1 i AC adaptor and power cord (page 32): 1 11 English
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES i Grip belt (page 13): 1 i Xacti Software CD (CD-ROM) (page 4 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Li-ion battery pack (page 31): 1 i Dedicated S-AV interface cable (pages 144 and 145): 1 i Dedicated USB interface cable (page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Dedicated component cable (page 146): 1 i AC adaptor and power cord (page 32): 1 11 English
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The lithium battery used in this booklet carefully before using the camera. i Xacti Library Instruction Manual English 12 See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. ONLY Perchlorate Material - special handling may require special handling. i Lens cap (... 14): 1 i Dedicated USB converter cable: 1 h For use with the Xacti Library feature i Cores (page 147): 2 For HDMI cable i Quick Guide i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please read this camera contains perchlorate material, which may apply. i Remote control unit (pages 24, 27 to 29 and 72): 1 FOR CALIFORNIA, ...
The lithium battery used in this booklet carefully before using the camera. i Xacti Library Instruction Manual English 12 See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. ONLY Perchlorate Material - special handling may require special handling. i Lens cap (... 14): 1 i Dedicated USB converter cable: 1 h For use with the Xacti Library feature i Cores (page 147): 2 For HDMI cable i Quick Guide i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please read this camera contains perchlorate material, which may apply. i Remote control unit (pages 24, 27 to 29 and 72): 1 FOR CALIFORNIA, ...
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Media cards that can be used with this camera The types of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera are: i SD Memory Card i SDHC Memory Card What "card" means in this manual i In this manual, SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards that can be used in this digital camera are referred to as "card". English 16
Media cards that can be used with this camera The types of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera are: i SD Memory Card i SDHC Memory Card What "card" means in this manual i In this manual, SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards that can be used in this digital camera are referred to as "card". English 16
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English 20 And with the software in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) Use the accessory cables to make prints of your captured images (page 21, and page 4 in the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can create your photos. Lots of accessories for optimal use of your original DVDs and CDs. Or connect the camera directly to a printer to view images on a TV or computer.
English 20 And with the software in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) Use the accessory cables to make prints of your captured images (page 21, and page 4 in the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can create your photos. Lots of accessories for optimal use of your original DVDs and CDs. Or connect the camera directly to a printer to view images on a TV or computer.
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... the camera is kept in the camera continuously for about 7 days. Recharging when connected to the USB terminal (page 6 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) i The battery can be fully charged when the battery pack is connected to recharge will maintain the camera settings for about 2 days. i If the camera...
... the camera is kept in the camera continuously for about 7 days. Recharging when connected to the USB terminal (page 6 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) i The battery can be fully charged when the battery pack is connected to recharge will maintain the camera settings for about 2 days. i If the camera...
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...measuring 6 ISO sensitivity (page 95) =: Sensitivity is the standard output sensitivity. 7 Remaining battery power indication (page 142) English 52 SETUP 1 Video stabilizer (page 92) h Compensate for camera shake during video clip recording. \: Record with image stabilizer on. ]: Record without image stabilizer. 2 Photo stabilizer (page 92) h Compensate for camera shake ...*: The camera automatically focuses on the subject with a range of 50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity (normal). -: The focus can be set manually. +: The camera focuses on the subject within a range of 1 cm (0.39 in.) to 800;
...measuring 6 ISO sensitivity (page 95) =: Sensitivity is the standard output sensitivity. 7 Remaining battery power indication (page 142) English 52 SETUP 1 Video stabilizer (page 92) h Compensate for camera shake during video clip recording. \: Record with image stabilizer on. ]: Record without image stabilizer. 2 Photo stabilizer (page 92) h Compensate for camera shake ...*: The camera automatically focuses on the subject with a range of 50 cm (19.69 in.) to infinity (normal). -: The focus can be set manually. +: The camera focuses on the subject within a range of 1 cm (0.39 in.) to 800;
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... The exposure is automatically adjusted depending on the ambient lighting (auto). q: For shooting under fluorescent lighting (fluorescent). g: Set the aperture manually. B: Disable the digital zoom. 7 Remaining battery power indication (page 142) English 54 o: For shooting in sunny conditions (fair). H:... Set the aperture and shutter speed manually. 3 Face chaser (page 98) -: Enable face chaser. .: Disable face chaser. 4 Photo wide D-range (page 99) /: Enable wide...
... The exposure is automatically adjusted depending on the ambient lighting (auto). q: For shooting under fluorescent lighting (fluorescent). g: Set the aperture manually. B: Disable the digital zoom. 7 Remaining battery power indication (page 142) English 54 o: For shooting in sunny conditions (fair). H:... Set the aperture and shutter speed manually. 3 Face chaser (page 98) -: Enable face chaser. .: Disable face chaser. 4 Photo wide D-range (page 99) /: Enable wide...
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... is discontinued when the [ ] button is also used when making audio recordings. NORMAL SHOOTING NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 1 Video setting You can record video clips in either the HD mode (16:9 horizontal to a TV, the image is less than about 10 seconds. This menu is pressed again. ...Restrictions when X or f is set . 85 English Capturing a still image during video clip recording Zoom Image stabilizer Scene select (fixed at =) Manual exposure...
... is discontinued when the [ ] button is also used when making audio recordings. NORMAL SHOOTING NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 1 Video setting You can record video clips in either the HD mode (16:9 horizontal to a TV, the image is less than about 10 seconds. This menu is pressed again. ...Restrictions when X or f is set . 85 English Capturing a still image during video clip recording Zoom Image stabilizer Scene select (fixed at =) Manual exposure...
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...70 cm (27.56 in .) or less, the zoom changes to the Recording Screen. 2.0m Ful -HD 00:09:24 HINT About the focus range i The focus distance indication shows the distance between the distance (...English h The focus distance is temporarily set to the wide end. About zoom movement when using the manual focus i If the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in .) or less, the... which the image is suitable for that is focused. i When the focus distance is set in the manual focus mode and the actual distance. RECORDING MENU 2 Focus range setting How to adjust the focus distance,...
...70 cm (27.56 in .) or less, the zoom changes to the Recording Screen. 2.0m Ful -HD 00:09:24 HINT About the focus range i The focus distance indication shows the distance between the distance (...English h The focus distance is temporarily set to the wide end. About zoom movement when using the manual focus i If the focus distance is set to 70 cm (27.56 in .) or less, the... which the image is suitable for that is focused. i When the focus distance is set in the manual focus mode and the actual distance. RECORDING MENU 2 Focus range setting How to adjust the focus distance,...
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h This completes the white balance setting. HINT To cancel the white balance setting i Select >, and then press the SET button. However, if you want to use the one push setting 1 Select the ^ icon. 2 Fill the entire screen with a plain white card (or piece of the image, the white balance can be manually set. English 96 How to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of paper, etc.), and press the SET button. NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 3 White balance setting This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions.
h This completes the white balance setting. HINT To cancel the white balance setting i Select >, and then press the SET button. However, if you want to use the one push setting 1 Select the ^ icon. 2 Fill the entire screen with a plain white card (or piece of the image, the white balance can be manually set. English 96 How to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of paper, etc.), and press the SET button. NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 3 White balance setting This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions.
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.... h This completes the TV output setting. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera's power save function is used, your TV's instruction manual. (As of multiple devices is coordinated. i For information concerning connecting and operation, please see your TV's remote control unit can be used to... a SANYO TV that incorcorporate the HDMI-CEC function have not been released.) English 134 OPTION SETTINGS 3 Toggle the SET button up or down to ...
.... h This completes the TV output setting. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera's power save function is used, your TV's instruction manual. (As of multiple devices is coordinated. i For information concerning connecting and operation, please see your TV's remote control unit can be used to... a SANYO TV that incorcorporate the HDMI-CEC function have not been released.) English 134 OPTION SETTINGS 3 Toggle the SET button up or down to ...