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Contents Contents………………………………………………………………………………………………………...1 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………………..2 Notice for use…………………………………………………………………………………………………2 System requirements…………………………………………………………………………………………4 Getting to know your camera…………………………………………………………………………………6 1. Appearance and Buttons……………………………………………………………………………..6 2. Basic operation…………………………………………………………………………………………8 3. Connect to PC……………………………………………………………………………………….13 4. Download files from camera to PC……………………………………………………………….
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this digital video camera. Before using the camera, please read this user manual carefully. The DV3100’s main purpose is to shoot videos. It is also equipped with a secondary still shot feature. Please note that this is not meant to replace a regular still shot or digital camera. It is only a side feature. The illustrations in this user manual are to visually detail the operation of the digital video camera. Notice for use General: 1.
function. 5. When storing documents using the internal memory or the memory card, make sure that the size of the files do not exceed the capacity of the memory. Maintenance and care: 1. To clean the lens, the first step is to blow away dust from the surface. After doing so, use a cloth or tissue to wipe the lens. If necessary, use lens cleanser. 2. Avoid touching the lens with your fingers. 3.
System requirements When utilizing the Arcsoft software that is included with the DV-3100, be sure the computer you are using meets the below system requirements: Operation System CPU Memory Sound card and display card CD-ROM Hard Disk Other Microsoft Windows 98, 2000,XP, Vista, Windows 7 Above Intel PIII667 or CPU of equal performance Above 128 MB DirectX8 or above. 4× speed or above 1 GB space above useable One standard USB 1.1 or USB 2.
Memories on TV 4 Software The below chart is the minimum system requirements for the Memories on TV 4 software which is also included in the clam shell: Operation System CPU Memory Sound card and display card CDR/RW Hard Disk MOV Support Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 Intel Pentium II 300mHz or faster 32 MB RAM (128 MB Preferred) DirectX8.1 or above.
Getting to know your camera 1.
USB Port USB Switch Power Key Lens Mini HDMI Out Port LED Battery Cover Tripod 7 SD/MMC Memory Card Slot
2. Basic operation 2.1 Installing the battery Press / slide down the battery cover and insert the included lithium battery. Align with correct polarity (+,-) of battery terminals. Close the battery cover. 2.2 Charging the battery 1. Power off the camera. 2. Connect the camera to the computer USB port or to a power adapter with the USB cable to charge the battery. 3. During charging, the busy red light will be on.
4. Charge the camera for about 3 hours to get maximum battery power. Battery lasts as long as 2 hours under normal usage. 2.3 Using a SD/MMC/SDHC card Turn your camcorder OFF before inserting / removing an SD Card. Insert a memory card into the SD/MMC/SDHC card slot. Push it down until the card stays latched. Do not force – check card’s position according to the position mark on the camera. To remove card, push card inward and it will pop out automatically.
In power-on state, when the battery level is very low, the camera can turn off after several seconds. You must recharge the battery when this happens. 2.5 Video record Your camera will automatically go to record mode after it is powered on. To record a video, press the shutter key to start video recording. While recording, press the shutter key again to stop recording. In video record modeˈto change the resolution from 720p HD to VGA 640/480 and vice versa, press the right to get your desired setting.
Press the down key again to see thumbnails of all of your videos. When viewing a Still photo, press the up or down key to zoom in or out of the image. While zooming, pressing the OK key can enter pan mode. At this time you can press the direction key to move the photo to view in LCD. 2.7 Still photos Press the Mode key to switch from playback mode to still photo mode (5MP). Press the left key to turn the Led light on or off. In still photo mode, press the shutter key to take a picture.
2.9 HDMI output If you want to output the video and sound from the video camera to an HD TV, insert a HDMI cable (not included) to the HDMI port of the camcorder and connect the other terminal of the HDMI cable to the HD TV. Note: During the period of HDMI output, the video camera can only enter playback mode (you will not be able to record while the HDMI cable is connected). 2.10 Delete files In playback mode, press the Menu key to start menu-setup, and then choose the delete item to delete files.
3. Connect to PC 3.1 Turn the camcorder on. Slide the USB switch up to extend the USB connector. 3.2 Insert the camera’s USB connector into computer’s USB port, or use the supplied USB extension cable to make the connection.
4. Download files from the camera to PC 4.1 After connecting to a computer, go to "My Computer” and open the "Removable Disk" icon. The videos or photos will be saved in the \DCIM\ 100DSCIM folder in the removable disk. Choose the desired file in the 100DSCIM folder and copy (drag with mouse) it into a folder of your choice on your computer. 4.2 You can use ArcSoft MeidaImpression to edit videos or photos. 4.3 ArcSoft MeidaImpression can be installed from the CD included.
USB Format Reset All Set the USB option to Computer or Printer. The USB is set to computer so that your computer will recognize the digital video camera when plugging it in. there is an option to change from Computer mode to Printer Mode. Erase all data on the installed memory card. Reset all user preferences to defaults. Light Frequency Do not change the frequency from 60 Hz (default) unless you are outside of the United States. To change the frequency, click the Menu button to see your setup options.
To Set the Date and Time If you would like to have each of your files stamped with the date, please do the following1- When in record or still mode, press the menu key. 2- When the yellow menu screen appears, press the right arrow. 3- Now press the minus sign key down twice until Date and Time is highlighted on screen. 4- Press the shutter key. 5- Now you can set the date and time by scrolling up or down on the desired highlighted field. The camera will start with the year.
Language Your camera has been set to English mode. To change the language, press the Menu Key to see your setup options. Press the right key and scroll down to the Language option. Press the Shutter key to see the language options which are English and Spanish. Scroll up or down to reach the language of your choice. When your preferred language is highlighted, press the Shutter key to select the language as your default.
video camera when you plug it into the USB port of your computer. To change from Computer Mode to Printer mode, press the Menu Key to see your setup options. Press the Right key and scroll down to the USB option. Press the Shutter key and press it again once your desired option is highlighted (Computer or Printer). Please note that the Printer mode will only work with certain printers. Most printers will not recognize your digital video camera when you plug it into its USB port.
confirm your action of resetting all of the preferences. Application of attached Software 1. Introduction interface for software installation Put the CD into the CD-ROM of a computer, and then the following menu will appear: If the above screen does not show up, click the autorun.exe program under the directory of the CD.
2. MediaImpression Installation and Use Install MediaImpression: Click “Install MediaImpression” button and complete the installation as per the tips.
After installation, please restart the computer.
After starting MediaImpression, click “Import” to import the media. Choose the video camera storage and choose the output location.
Choose a file and click import. The selected file will be stored in the output location. Click “Go to start page” to return to the main screen. Then click “Video” or “All media” to use the “You Tube” function.
Choose a file and click the “upload to You Tube. Enter your username and password to login to You Tube to execute the upload.
3. UEZ Link Introduction and Use UEZ Link can help you easily upload your videos or photos to or . There are two ways to use the software: ĉ When connecting to a PC, UEZ link will pop-up automatically.Please make sure that your PC will not block any pop-up software. Otherwise it will not work. Ċ Double click the icon and then double click the icon from the CD to run. You can also copy files to your PC, to run.
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3.1 Load Files UEZ link will automatically load all the files in the DCIM folder . You can load the desired files by clicking the button , and then choosing the files. Once the “Browse for folder” window opens, choose “Computer” then the driver where the files are located. (This should be a “removable disk”, such as D, E, F…) Then choose the files.
3.2 Upload to Choose the file, and then click the button to upload your files. Hold the Control key and click another file to choose multiple files to upload. Please make sure that you have registered and activated an account for YouTube to upload videos. Otherwise, you will not be able to upload.
3. 3 Upload to Choose the file, and then click the button to upload your files. Hold the Control key and click another file to choose multiple files to upload. Please make sure that you have registered and activated the account for facebook to upload files. Otherwise it will not work.
3.4 Save on PC to save on PC. Hold the Control key Choose the file, and then click the button and click another file to choose multiple files to save. .
3.5 Delete to delete the files. Hold the Control key Choose the file, and then click the button and click another file to choose multiple files to delete.
Product specifications Image sensor Function mode Lens Focus range Digital focusing Shutter LCD display Resolution White balance Exposure File format Video out Storage media USB port Dimension (LxWxH) 5.0 Mega Pixels Record video, Record still photo, playback, mobile disk F2.8,f=5.8mm 120cm~infinite 8× Electronic 2.0 inch TFT Display Video: HD(1280x720), VGA(640x480) Still photo: 5.0MP (2592X1944) Automatic/Manual Automatic (Video)AVI, (Photo)JPEG TV out, HDMI out SD/MMC/SDHC card(max. 16GB) USB 2.
Included materials Installation CD User manual TV cable USB extension cable Quick Guide Battery Quick Start Guide HDMI cable Note: The shielding USB extended cable, the TV out cable with ferrite core and the HDMI cable with ferrite core are designed for exclusive use with this product.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: 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.
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.
