Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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Any information regarding only one of these instructions carefully before using the camera. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Dual Camera VPC-TH1EX VPC-TH1 VPC-TH1GX Important note This manual explains how to read these products will be labeled as such. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference. Please read and understand the separate booklet "SAFETY MANUAL". Make sure to safely operate the VPC-TH1EX, VPC-TH1 and VPC-TH1GX.
Any information regarding only one of these instructions carefully before using the camera. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Dual Camera VPC-TH1EX VPC-TH1 VPC-TH1GX Important note This manual explains how to read these products will be labeled as such. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference. Please read and understand the separate booklet "SAFETY MANUAL". Make sure to safely operate the VPC-TH1EX, VPC-TH1 and VPC-TH1GX.
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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...the sections "COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS" (page 149) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 157). To connect to a computer, please see the "Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL". ↓ To use additional features To use the various camera features Please read the sections 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 a DVD, please read the "Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL". CAUTION Points that require special attention. (page xx) ...
...the sections "COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS" (page 149) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 157). To connect to a computer, please see the "Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL". ↓ To use additional features To use the various camera features Please read the sections 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 a DVD, please read the "Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL". CAUTION Points that require special attention. (page xx) ...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is not included with your camera. Please purchase a commercially sold card. h An SD Memory Card is referred to the camera. DC IN terminal cover 1 Open AC adaptor To power outlet English iv Monitor unit 1 Open Card slot cover 2 Open SD Memory Card 3 Insert 2 Connect the AC adaptor to as the "card". SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Insert the SD Memory Card.
h In this manual, the SD Memory Card is not included with your camera. Please purchase a commercially sold card. h An SD Memory Card is referred to the camera. DC IN terminal cover 1 Open AC adaptor To power outlet English iv Monitor unit 1 Open Card slot cover 2 Open SD Memory Card 3 Insert 2 Connect the AC adaptor to as the "card". SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE Preparing the camera 1 Insert the SD Memory Card.
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... to reboot. 3 Remove the CD-ROM from the computer's DVD drive. h The installation window opens. 2 Click on [TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO]. English viii h When the window appears requesting to restart your computer, click the [Finish] button to install the program. Detailed information about the... Xacti Software CD can store your captured images on a DVD. Burn your recorded video clips onto a DVD (Windows Vista) Using the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can be found on page 4 in your computer's...
... to reboot. 3 Remove the CD-ROM from the computer's DVD drive. h The installation window opens. 2 Click on [TotalMedia Extreme for SANYO]. English viii h When the window appears requesting to restart your computer, click the [Finish] button to install the program. Detailed information about the... Xacti Software CD can store your captured images on a DVD. Burn your recorded video clips onto a DVD (Windows Vista) Using the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can be found on page 4 in your computer's...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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...specify the folder on your computer. 5 Copy the files from the card to copy the files. h The card is recognized as a disk, and the [XACTI (E:)] icon appears in the task tray, showing that the camera is recognized (mounted) as a drive. h The drive name (E:) may be different on ..."COMPUTER", and press the SET button. h The data recorded with your computer. HINT i For information on your camera are stored in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL]). h The screen to copy all the camera's still image and video clip files at once, please see the support pages at the website ...
...specify the folder on your computer. 5 Copy the files from the card to copy the files. h The card is recognized as a disk, and the [XACTI (E:)] icon appears in the task tray, showing that the camera is recognized (mounted) as a drive. h The drive name (E:) may be different on ..."COMPUTER", and press the SET button. h The data recorded with your computer. HINT i For information on your camera are stored in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL]). h The screen to copy all the camera's still image and video clip files at once, please see the support pages at the website ...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... SOLD ACCESSORIES AND THE CARD 15 Separately sold accessories 15 Media cards that can be used with this camera 15 What "card" means in this manual 15 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA 16 High-quality images with "High Definition 16 Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy operation 17...
... SOLD ACCESSORIES AND THE CARD 15 Separately sold accessories 15 Media cards that can be used with this camera 15 What "card" means in this manual 15 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA 16 High-quality images with "High Definition 16 Includes SIMPLE mode for quick-and-easy operation 17...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... pages 44 and 50 • "Select the focus setting" (super macro mode) on page 60 For more accurate focus • "How to use the manual focus" (manual focus) on page 89 Set the focus to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your photos • "DATE AND...
... pages 44 and 50 • "Select the focus setting" (super macro mode) on page 60 For more accurate focus • "How to use the manual focus" (manual focus) on page 89 Set the focus to viewing images using various techniques, you can locate the exact operation for your photos • "DATE AND...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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..." on pages 50 and 90 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO sensitivity setting" pages 50 and 91 For a more precise exposure setting • "Exposure setting" (manual exposure control) on pages 52 and 93 Change the color of the images • "Filter setting" (monochrome filter/sepia filter) on pages 48 and 86...
..." on pages 50 and 90 Adjust the camera's sensitivity • "ISO sensitivity setting" pages 50 and 91 For a more precise exposure setting • "Exposure setting" (manual exposure control) on pages 52 and 93 Change the color of the images • "Filter setting" (monochrome filter/sepia filter) on pages 48 and 86...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... Use the camera as a card reader • "SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE" on page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL. • "USING AS A CARD READER" on page 9 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Copy files from your camera to a computer • "Connect your camera to a computer" on page ...8226; "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 • "SCREEN CAPTURE" on page 17 ...
... Use the camera as a card reader • "SETTING THE CONNECTION MODE" on page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL. • "USING AS A CARD READER" on page 9 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL Copy files from your camera to a computer • "Connect your camera to a computer" on page ...8226; "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 • "SCREEN CAPTURE" on page 17 ...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES i Xacti Software CD (CD-ROM) (page 4 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Grip belt (page 13): 1 i Dedicated USB interface cable (page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Li-ion battery pack (page 26): 1 i AC adaptor and power card (page 27): 1 i Dedicated AV interface cable (page 142): 1 i Lens cap (page 14): 1 11 English
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES i Xacti Software CD (CD-ROM) (page 4 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Grip belt (page 13): 1 i Dedicated USB interface cable (page 7 in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL): 1 i Li-ion battery pack (page 26): 1 i AC adaptor and power card (page 27): 1 i Dedicated AV interface cable (page 142): 1 i Lens cap (page 14): 1 11 English
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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i Quick Guide Included with other models. i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please read this booklet carefully before using the camera. English 12 Not included with model VPC-TH1GX.
i Quick Guide Included with other models. i "SAFETY MANUAL" (safety precautions booklet) Please read this booklet carefully before using the camera. English 12 Not included with model VPC-TH1GX.
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is: 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 the HDMI terminal on the camera...
... of card that can be inserted into and used with this camera is: 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 the HDMI terminal on the camera...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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Or connect the camera directly to a printer to make prints of your photos. GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA Lots of accessories for optimal use of your captured images (pages 20, and page 4 in the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can create your original DVDs and CDs. 19 English And with the software in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) Use the accessory cables to view images on a TV or computer.
Or connect the camera directly to a printer to make prints of your photos. GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA Lots of accessories for optimal use of your captured images (pages 20, and page 4 in the supplied CD-ROM (Xacti Software CD), you can create your original DVDs and CDs. 19 English And with the software in the Xacti Software CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL) Use the accessory cables to view images on a TV or computer.
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... the camera's operating condition. Note that when the battery pack is not a safety hazard. Recharging when connected to the USB terminal (page 6 in the Xacti Software Pack INSTRUCTION MANUAL) i The battery can be possible to charge it takes to a computer. i Note, however, that the time it . English 28 SETUP CAUTION Do not...
... the camera's operating condition. Note that when the battery pack is not a safety hazard. Recharging when connected to the USB terminal (page 6 in the Xacti Software Pack INSTRUCTION MANUAL) i The battery can be possible to charge it takes to a computer. i Note, however, that the time it . English 28 SETUP CAUTION Do not...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... the subject. *: 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 1 m (3.28 ft.) (super macro). 3 Focus area (page 90) B: 9-point range finder focus...
... the subject. *: 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 1 m (3.28 ft.) (super macro). 3 Focus area (page 90) B: 9-point range finder focus...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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...For shooting in sunny conditions (fair). h Cannot be selected when the still image setting is set automatically. T: Set the shutter speed manually. SETUP 1 White balance (page 92) >: White balance is set to G or t. 6 Remaining battery power indication (page 139) ...English 52 r: For shooting in overcast conditions (cloudy). H: Set the aperture and shutter speed manually. 3 Face chaser (page 94) -: Enable face chaser. .: Disable face chaser. 4 High sensitivity mode (page 95) 1: Increased sensitivity. 2: Normal sensitivity...
...For shooting in sunny conditions (fair). h Cannot be selected when the still image setting is set automatically. T: Set the shutter speed manually. SETUP 1 White balance (page 92) >: White balance is set to G or t. 6 Remaining battery power indication (page 139) ...English 52 r: For shooting in overcast conditions (cloudy). H: Set the aperture and shutter speed manually. 3 Face chaser (page 94) -: Enable face chaser. .: Disable face chaser. 4 High sensitivity mode (page 95) 1: Increased sensitivity. 2: Normal sensitivity...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... ft.) or less, the zoom changes to the largest setting that is suitable for that focus distance. i By assigning an operation shortcut to use the manual focus 1 Select -, and press the SET button. i In some cases there may be a slight variance between the center of the lens and the subject. About... zoom movement when using the manual focus i If the focus distance is focused. i When the focus distance is set to 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) or less, the zoom will function only within ...
... ft.) or less, the zoom changes to the largest setting that is suitable for that focus distance. i By assigning an operation shortcut to use the manual focus 1 Select -, and press the SET button. i In some cases there may be a slight variance between the center of the lens and the subject. About... zoom movement when using the manual focus i If the focus distance is focused. i When the focus distance is set to 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) or less, the zoom will function only within ...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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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 92 How to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of paper, etc.), and press the SET button. h This completes the white balance setting. HINT To cancel the white balance setting i Select >, and then press the SET button. NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 3 White balance setting This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions.
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 92 How to specify the lighting conditions or change the overall tone of paper, etc.), and press the SET button. h This completes the white balance setting. HINT To cancel the white balance setting i Select >, and then press the SET button. NORMAL/SHOOTING RECORDING MENU 3 White balance setting This camera automatically adjusts the white balance under most lighting conditions.
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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...the MENU button. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera's power save function is used, your TV's instruction manual. (As of multiple devices is connected to a SANYO TV that incorcorporate the HDMI-CEC function have not been released.) 131 English i When the HDMI-CEC function is disabled... concerning connecting and operation, please see your TV's remote control unit can be used to electronic devices and the operation of May 2008, SANYO TVs that incorporates the HDMI-CEC function. HINT About the HDMI-CEC function i This is a system control function by which, through an...
...the MENU button. In addition, in the playback mode, the camera's power save function is used, your TV's instruction manual. (As of multiple devices is connected to a SANYO TV that incorcorporate the HDMI-CEC function have not been released.) 131 English i When the HDMI-CEC function is disabled... concerning connecting and operation, please see your TV's remote control unit can be used to electronic devices and the operation of May 2008, SANYO TVs that incorporates the HDMI-CEC function. HINT About the HDMI-CEC function i This is a system control function by which, through an...
Instruction Manual, VPC-TH1EX
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... TYPE" TV type to be setting connected Image file to 16:9? To change the screen size setting on your TV, please refer to the instruction manual for images captured in HD mode CAUTION If the TV display is not correct, you can either change the camera's "TV TYPE" setting, or change...
... TYPE" TV type to be setting connected Image file to 16:9? To change the screen size setting on your TV, please refer to the instruction manual for images captured in HD mode CAUTION If the TV display is not correct, you can either change the camera's "TV TYPE" setting, or change...