Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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Make sure to safely operate the VPC-HD1000EX, VPC-HD1000 and VPC-HD1000GX. Please read and understand the separate booklet "SAFETY MANUAL". Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference. Any information regarding only one of these instructions carefully before using the camera. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Digital Movie Camera VPC-HD1000EX VPC-HD1000 VPC-HD1000GX Important note This manual explains how to read these products will be labeled as such.
Make sure to safely operate the VPC-HD1000EX, VPC-HD1000 and VPC-HD1000GX. Please read and understand the separate booklet "SAFETY MANUAL". Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference. Any information regarding only one of these instructions carefully before using the camera. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Digital Movie Camera VPC-HD1000EX VPC-HD1000 VPC-HD1000GX Important note This manual explains how to read these products will be labeled as such.
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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You may find the answers to . 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 191) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 199). CAUTION Points that require special attention. (page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information. iii English
You may find the answers to . 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 191) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 199). CAUTION Points that require special attention. (page xx) Refer to the page indicated for detailed information. iii English
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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h An SD Memory Card is referred to the camera. Card slot cover Card slot SD Memory Card 2 Connect the AC adaptor to as the "card". Please purchase a commercially sold card. SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Insert the SD Memory Card. DC IN terminal DC IN terminal cover Power cord Supplied AC adaptor To power outlet English iv h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is not included with your camera.
h An SD Memory Card is referred to the camera. Card slot cover Card slot SD Memory Card 2 Connect the AC adaptor to as the "card". Please purchase a commercially sold card. SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Insert the SD Memory Card. DC IN terminal DC IN terminal cover Power cord Supplied AC adaptor To power outlet English iv h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is not included with your camera.
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... 00:05:08 F1.8 1/14 v English h If the screen to cancel it. To take a photo: h Press the [ ] button. h Press the [ ] button again to turn the camera on. For how to set the date and time appears, press the MENU button 2 times to set the date and time, see page 43. 3 Record...
... 00:05:08 F1.8 1/14 v English h If the screen to cancel it. To take a photo: h Press the [ ] button. h Press the [ ] button again to turn the camera on. For how to set the date and time appears, press the MENU button 2 times to set the date and time, see page 43. 3 Record...
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... by a video clip pattern along the left or right to display the image you wish to PLAY. h Set the REC/PLAY switch to turn the camera off. Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to REC. h The display changes to the Playback Screen and the image that was just... SET button to the left and right sides of the screen. h Press the SET button start video clip playback. h Video clips are finished using the camera... Playback 1 Set the REC/PLAY switch to see. English vi
... by a video clip pattern along the left or right to display the image you wish to PLAY. h Set the REC/PLAY switch to turn the camera off. Press the ON/OFF button for at least 1 second to REC. h The display changes to the Playback Screen and the image that was just... SET button to the left and right sides of the screen. h Press the SET button start video clip playback. h Video clips are finished using the camera... Playback 1 Set the REC/PLAY switch to see. English vi
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... DVD) in this number) h When the installation is the procedure to use the supplied DVD-ROM (Xacti Software DVD) to burn movies captured with your camera to install. h After clicking on an application program, follow the instructions shown on the DVD-ROM envelope. vii English
... DVD) in this number) h When the installation is the procedure to use the supplied DVD-ROM (Xacti Software DVD) to burn movies captured with your camera to install. h After clicking on an application program, follow the instructions shown on the DVD-ROM envelope. vii English
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... h The installation window closes. h Remove the DVD-ROM from your camera to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera. Check the [No thanks !] option button, and then click on [Finish]. Connect your camera to a computer Connect your camera to a computer, and copy the desired files to the computer. ... service appears. USB CONNECTION COMPUTER PRINTER CANCEL OK To power outlet To USB terminal on the docking station To USB connector on the camera's monitor. h The USB Connection Screen appears on the computer Supplied dedicated USB interface cable i Insert the plug with the [n] mark...
... h The installation window closes. h Remove the DVD-ROM from your camera to the computer. 2 Turn on the camera. Check the [No thanks !] option button, and then click on [Finish]. Connect your camera to a computer Connect your camera to a computer, and copy the desired files to the computer. ... service appears. USB CONNECTION COMPUTER PRINTER CANCEL OK To power outlet To USB terminal on the docking station To USB connector on the camera's monitor. h The USB Connection Screen appears on the computer Supplied dedicated USB interface cable i Insert the plug with the [n] mark...
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... copied, a dialog box appears to confirm whether or not you wish to delete the original files from the camera. 5 Click the [YES] button if you wish to delete it was not copied, from the camera's memory, or [NO] if you copied appears on your computer's monitor. 4 Click the [IMPORT] button. ... button. Confirm that the desired files were correctly copied. h The files you do not wish to delete the files from the [Import] menu select [From camera, mobile phone or card reader], and copy the desired files. 6 Click the close button. h Photoshop Album SE closes. SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE 3 ...
... copied, a dialog box appears to confirm whether or not you wish to delete the original files from the camera. 5 Click the [YES] button if you wish to delete it was not copied, from the camera's memory, or [NO] if you copied appears on your computer's monitor. 4 Click the [IMPORT] button. ... button. Confirm that the desired files were correctly copied. h The files you do not wish to delete the files from the [Import] menu select [From camera, mobile phone or card reader], and copy the desired files. 6 Click the close button. h Photoshop Album SE closes. SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE 3 ...
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... between are also selected. If you wish to burn to the DVD. xi English h Specify the folder that contains the files (My Pictures\Adobe\Digital Camera Data\Date folder). 6 Specify the video clip file you select one file, hold down the [Shift] key and click on the individual files while holding...
... between are also selected. If you wish to burn to the DVD. xi English h Specify the folder that contains the files (My Pictures\Adobe\Digital Camera Data\Date folder). 6 Specify the video clip file you select one file, hold down the [Shift] key and click on the individual files while holding...
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English xiv The convenient accessories not only let you immediately view images captured with the camera, but you can also upload images to find out how you can fully enjoy your original DVDs. Read the following explanations to your computer and create your camera's digital movie feature. How was that?
English xiv The convenient accessories not only let you immediately view images captured with the camera, but you can also upload images to find out how you can fully enjoy your original DVDs. Read the following explanations to your computer and create your camera's digital movie feature. How was that?
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... to use the accessories 13 Separately sold accessories 15 Recommended accessories 16 Media cards that can be used with this camera 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...Xacti Library feature 19 Lots of accessories for optimal use of your captured images ....... 20 SYSTEM MAP 21 „ SETUP PARTS NAMES 22 Camera 22 Docking station 25 Remote control unit 26 INSTALLING THE CARD 27 PREPARING THE DOCKING STATION 29 PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 30 Prepare ...
... to use the accessories 13 Separately sold accessories 15 Recommended accessories 16 Media cards that can be used with this camera 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...Xacti Library feature 19 Lots of accessories for optimal use of your captured images ....... 20 SYSTEM MAP 21 „ SETUP PARTS NAMES 22 Camera 22 Docking station 25 Remote control unit 26 INSTALLING THE CARD 27 PREPARING THE DOCKING STATION 29 PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 30 Prepare ...
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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CONTENTS FLASH OPERATION 104 SELF-TIMER 105 MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER 107 Compensate for camera shake when recording movies 107 Compensate for camera shake when shooting still images ........ 108 FOCUS RANGE 109 How to use the manual focus 110 FOCUS MODE 111 LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING 112 ISO ...
CONTENTS FLASH OPERATION 104 SELF-TIMER 105 MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER 107 Compensate for camera shake when recording movies 107 Compensate for camera shake when shooting still images ........ 108 FOCUS RANGE 109 How to use the manual focus 110 FOCUS MODE 111 LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING 112 ISO ...
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... OF AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE 156 SCREEN LANGUAGE 157 TV OUTPUT SETTING 158 POWER SAVE FUNCTION 162 FILE NO. MEMORY 164 FORMATTING A CARD 167 RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS 169 CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY 170 Checking the remaining number of images and video recording time 170 For audio recordings 170 CHECKING THE...
... OF AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE 156 SCREEN LANGUAGE 157 TV OUTPUT SETTING 158 POWER SAVE FUNCTION 162 FILE NO. MEMORY 164 FORMATTING A CARD 167 RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS 169 CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY 170 Checking the remaining number of images and video recording time 170 For audio recordings 170 CHECKING THE...
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... Docking station 208 Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and filters 210 SPECIFICATIONS 212 Camera 212 Camera connectors 216 Battery life 217 Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/ Possible Recording Time 218 Docking station 219 Remote control unit 219 Concerning the ... 221 Supplied Li-ion battery pack 221 Others 222 Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a test shot to comfirm that your camera is set up and ready to go 223 HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES 224 5 English
... Docking station 208 Notes regarding the Scene Select feature and filters 210 SPECIFICATIONS 212 Camera 212 Camera connectors 216 Battery life 217 Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/ Possible Recording Time 218 Docking station 219 Remote control unit 219 Concerning the ... 221 Supplied Li-ion battery pack 221 Others 222 Before capturing those important shots, be sure to first take a test shot to comfirm that your camera is set up and ready to go 223 HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES 224 5 English
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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...focus" (manual focus) on page 110 Set the focus to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for camera shake when shooting still images" on page 108 Shoot in on page 98 Log the date and time of convenient features and functions....78 • "FLASH OPERATION" on page 104 • "SCENE SELECT" (night view portrait mode/fireworks mode/lamp mode) on page 101 Increase the camera's sensitivity • "ISO SENSITIVITY" on page 113 • "HIGH SENSITIVITY MODE" on page 120 English 6 Shooting/recording Basic operation Convenient functions Additional ...
...focus" (manual focus) on page 110 Set the focus to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for camera shake when shooting still images" on page 108 Shoot in on page 98 Log the date and time of convenient features and functions....78 • "FLASH OPERATION" on page 104 • "SCENE SELECT" (night view portrait mode/fireworks mode/lamp mode) on page 101 Increase the camera's sensitivity • "ISO SENSITIVITY" on page 113 • "HIGH SENSITIVITY MODE" on page 120 English 6 Shooting/recording Basic operation Convenient functions Additional ...
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... page 121 • "HIGH SENSITIVITY MODE" on page 120 Measure the brightness of a specific area • "LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING" on page 112 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO SENSITIVITY" on page 113 For a more precise exposure setting • "EXPOSURE SETTING" (manual exposure control) on page 116 Change the color of...
... page 121 • "HIGH SENSITIVITY MODE" on page 120 Measure the brightness of a specific area • "LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING" on page 112 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO SENSITIVITY" on page 113 For a more precise exposure setting • "EXPOSURE SETTING" (manual exposure control) on page 116 Change the color of...
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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... a card reader • "USING AS A CARD READER" on page 9 in the Xacti Software DVD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Copy files from your camera to a computer • "Connect your camera to a computer" on page viii Using with Windows Vista • "CONNECTING IN THE MTP MODE" on page 14 in the Xacti Software DVD ... Edit video clips • "ABOUT Premiere Elements" on page 22 in the Xacti Software DVD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Using as a webcam • "Using as a PC camera" on page 16 in the Xacti Software DVD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Record an image of the computer screen • "SCREEN CAPTURE" on page 25 in the...
... a card reader • "USING AS A CARD READER" on page 9 in the Xacti Software DVD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Copy files from your camera to a computer • "Connect your camera to a computer" on page viii Using with Windows Vista • "CONNECTING IN THE MTP MODE" on page 14 in the Xacti Software DVD ... Edit video clips • "ABOUT Premiere Elements" on page 22 in the Xacti Software DVD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Using as a webcam • "Using as a PC camera" on page 16 in the Xacti Software DVD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Record an image of the computer screen • "SCREEN CAPTURE" on page 25 in the...
Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1000EX
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...177) i Quick Guide i Xacti Library Instruction Manual //012-1-8.eps// English 12 The lithium battery used in this booklet carefully before using the camera. i Lens cap (page 13): 1 i Dedicated USB converter cable: 1 h For use with the Xacti Library feature i Microphone connection... cable (page 189): 1 i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please read this camera contains perchlorate material, which may apply. ONLY Perchlorate Material - See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. i Remote control unit (pages...
...177) i Quick Guide i Xacti Library Instruction Manual //012-1-8.eps// English 12 The lithium battery used in this booklet carefully before using the camera. i Lens cap (page 13): 1 i Dedicated USB converter cable: 1 h For use with the Xacti Library feature i Microphone connection... cable (page 189): 1 i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please read this camera contains perchlorate material, which may apply. ONLY Perchlorate Material - See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. i Remote control unit (pages...
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i Lithium-ion Battery DB-L50A Same model as the supplied lithium-ion battery pack. i Tele Conversion Lens VCP-???? CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Separately sold accessories i Lithium-ion Battery Charger VAR-L50 Battery charger for the supplied or separately sold lithium-ion battery pack (DB-L50A). Expand your camera's wide-angle range. i External microphone ???-???? 15 English i Wide Conversion Lens VCP-???? Make distant objects appear closer.
i Lithium-ion Battery DB-L50A Same model as the supplied lithium-ion battery pack. i Tele Conversion Lens VCP-???? CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Separately sold accessories i Lithium-ion Battery Charger VAR-L50 Battery charger for the supplied or separately sold lithium-ion battery pack (DB-L50A). Expand your camera's wide-angle range. i External microphone ???-???? 15 English i Wide Conversion Lens VCP-???? Make distant objects appear closer.
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Recommended accessories i HDMI cable VCP-HDMI01 Cable for connecting the HDMI terminal on the docking station. Media cards that can be used with this camera The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is: i SD Memory Card English 16
Recommended accessories i HDMI cable VCP-HDMI01 Cable for connecting the HDMI terminal on the docking station. Media cards that can be used with this camera The type of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is: i SD Memory Card English 16
