Safety Precautions Before you use the digital video camera (DV camera), be sure to read the following safety precautions, which detail the proper operation of the DV camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the digital video camera may result in harm to the camera operator. This symbol indicates situations where improper use of the DV camera may result in damage to the DV camera. Children should not be allowed to have access to the DV camera. They could injure themselves with inappropriate use of the DV camera or by becoming entangled in the carrying strap. If a child swallows a camera battery, get the child medical attention. Subjecting the DV camera to water or any other liquid, or allowing condensation to form, may start a fire or give the user an electrical shock. · If liquid gets inside the DV camera, turn the camera power off by removing the battery or unplugging the power cord (with dry hands). · Allowing the DV camera to slowly adjust to temperature changes (as in transferring the unit from outdoors to indoors) will help to prevent condensation. Let any condensation evaporate before using the DV camera. It is not advisable to leave the DV camera in a car on a hot day for any length of time. Exposing the DV camera to too much heat may warp the camera casing or damage the batteries. Battery damage may result in fire, burns or electrical shock. Another source of possible burns is heat from the flash or DV camera itself. · Touching the flash after it has been used extensively can cause burns. · The camera body itself may burn your hands if the DV camera has been operated for a lengthy period of time. Do not drop batteries or let them be banged around. This could damage the casings, causing the batteries to leak. · If the internal parts or components of the battery come into contact with your eyes or your mouth, flush the affected site with water and get medical help. · Do not short-circuit the battery terminals, and be sure to cover the terminals before you throw batteries away. If the terminals contact metal, they may overheat and explode, causing a fire. Black or bright (red, green, blue, and white) dots may sometimes appear on the LCD screen. These are merely misfiring pixels, and have no effect on the recorded image. If you aim the DV camera at the sun, or shoot the flash close to someone's eyes, you may injure your eyesight or that of someone else. If you see smoke or smell a burning odor coming from your DV camera, turn the DV camera off. If you continue to operate the DV camera, it could cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Do not clean the DV camera with flammable liquids, as these may cause a fire. Do not leave the DV camera in humid or dusty areas. Dust and humidity can cause the DV camera to short circuit, leading to a fire. If the DV camera gets anywhere near a strong magnetic field, it may not work correctly, or the pictures taken may be ruined or adversely affected. Use a soft, absorbent cloth to clean the surface of your DV camera. 2 DV camera Components Front/Bottom View 1. Shutter button 2. MODE button ( Playback/ Photo/ 3. POWER button 4. Macro focus lever ( / ) 5. Lens 6. Flash 7. Self-timer indicator 8. Microphone 9. Strap ring(s) 10. Battery door latch 11. Battery compartment 12. Battery door 13. Secure Digital (SD) compartment* 14. SD card compartment cover 15. Tripod mount Video / Audio) * SD card is optional and is not included with your purchase. Attach the Strap 3 Rear/Side View 1. Mode indicators/READY LEDs 2. Charger LED/Audio mode indicator 3. Multifunction/4-way arrow button · Up/ Zoom In/ Play/ Pause · Down/ Zoom Out/ Stop · Right/ Fast Forward/ Flash Left/ Rewind · 4. OK/Pan button 5. MENU button 6. TV-out connector 7. DC-in connector 8. USB connector 9. Connector cover 10. LCD screen 4 Introduction The Microtek Take-it MV320 is a digital video (DV) camera that applies the ASF (MPEG 4) recording video format to capture motion pictures at a resolution of 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 pixels, offering superior image quality and super audio. Equipped with a large 2.0" color LCD screen, the DV camera allows you to focus clearly on the images you want and to review live images as shots are being taken. Key features: · · · · · · · · · · · · · Unpacking Unpacking the DV Camera Open your DV camera package and check that you have all of the components listed below. If any component is missing, call Microtek Customer Service immediately. 1/2" 3.21-megapixel CMOS sensor 7 megapixels interpolated resolution 2.0" LTPS LCD screen with 270° rotation 4X Digital Zoom/4X Playback Zoom 16MB internal flash memory Secure Digital (SD) media external memory support Plug-and-play USB 1.1 and Video connection Macro function 5 flash modes with selectable Red-eye Reduction 10 sec. self-timer delay Functions as Digital still camera/Digital audio recorder Functions as Web Cam/Mass storage device Picture/video player Microtek CD-ROM: Includes bundled software and camera driver DV camera Video cable USB cable Documentation: Includes Quick Start Guide and other inserts Pouch Strap *Rechargeable Lithium ion battery (Nokia 8210 compatible) *AC adapter (5V,2A; *Four AAA-sized alkaline batteries ) * Power accessories you receive depend on the configuration of the DV camera purchased. 5 Getting Started 1. Loading the Battery 1. Push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to open the battery door. 2. Charging the Battery If your DV camera is supplied with a Lithium ion battery, charge the Lithium ion battery first before using the DV camera. This battery charging procedure is not suitable for alkaline batteries users. Follow the procedures below to charge the battery: 1. Plug the supplied AC adapter (5V, 2A) into the power source. 2. Ensure that the DV camera is turned off; then connect the DC plug of the AC adapter to the DV camera's DC-in connector. When the DV camera is connected, the battery starts to charge, and the charger LED (Audio mode indicator) lights up red. After charging for several hours, the red light disappears, indicating that the battery is fully charged. 2. Insert the battery into the compartment. Ensure that the battery is inserted properly with the Mylar pull tab held down. AAA batteries Li-ion battery or 3. Hold the battery in place and close the battery door securely. Push the battery door latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to close. Charger LED NOTE: · Use only the AC adapter supplied with the DV camera to charge the Lithium ion battery (Nokia 8210 compatible only). Using any other adapter may damage the DV camera. NOTE: Power accessories you receive depends on the configuration of the DV camera purchased. 6 · To minimize the risk of fire and/or explosion, DO NOT use the AC adapter to charge alkaline batteries. 3. Inserting the SD Card* A Secure Digital (SD) card can be used to increase the DV camera's memory capacity. When a card is installed, images and video/audio clips are stored directly onto the SD card. If a card is not installed, image and video/audio clips are stored in the DV camera's internal memory. To install an SD card: 1. Ensure that the DV camera is turned off, then open the SD card cover. 2. Insert and push the SD card into the compartment until you hear a "click". Ensure that the orientation of the SD card matches the SD card marking in the SD compartment. 4. Turning the DV camera On/Off Press the POWER button to turn the DV camera on. When the DV camera is turned on, the green Mode indicators start blinking and will stay on steady in the Video mode, and the LCD screen is activated as well. To turn off the DV camera, press the POWER button again. When the DV camera is turned off, the LCD screen is turned off as well. Power button Video Indicator Using the Flash The flash allows you to take pictures in environments with insufficient lighting. It works only in Photo mode. Press the Flash ( ) button until the desired flash mode appears on the LCD screen, then press the Shutter button to shoot. The available flash modes include Auto ( ), Auto with Redeye reduction ( ), Forced flash ( ), Forced flash with Red-eye reduction ( ), and Flash off ( ). NOTE: The flash is designed to fire twice in order to detect correct shooting distance of the subject. When you press the Shutter button with the flash enabled, you will see the flash fire twice and hear a sound to indicate that a still image has been taken (unless the sound is disabled). 7 3. Close the SD card compartment cover securely. * SD card is optional and is not included with your purchase. Using the DV Camera Using the Multifunction Button The Multifunction/4-way arrow button provides Up, Down, Left, and Right arrow selections for navigating the Menu screens. In addition, the button can perform different functions depending on the selected camera mode, as shown by the accompanying table. Button Playback Photo Video Zoom In / Play / Pause / Pan Zoom In Zoom In Next / Fast Forward / Pan Flash -- Zoom Out / Stop / Pan Zoom Out Zoom Out Previous / Rewind / Pan -- -- * OK button ­ switches between nine-image display and single image display in Playback mode. · Press to enter Audio mode; allows you to record audio clips of unlimited length (maximum length dependent on the size of available memory). Audio Mode · Playback Mode Press to enter Playback mode; allows you to browse and delete images and video/audio clips. Using the Menus Press the MENU button to display a menu for the selected mode. The Setup menu appears in all modes. To access the menus: 1. Press the MODE button to select a camera mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The selected mode menu is displayed on the LCD screen. a) Use the / button to enter the function menu. b) Use the / button to navigate through function items. c) Use the d) Use the / button to enter the function options menu. button to toggle through options. Switching Between Modes Press the MODE button to select the desired camera mode by using the 4-way arrow button. · Press to enter Video mode; this allows you to record video clips of unlimited length (maximum length dependent on the size of available memory). Video Mode · Photo Mode Press to enter Photo mode; this allows you to capture images in JPEG format with automatic exposure, providing a full selection of manual controls over all camera settings. The selected function/option is highlighted with color. e) Use the button to confirm your selection. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. 8 Setting the Date and Time The DV camera allows you to adjust the date and time setting. It is advisable to set the date and time before using the DV camera for the very first time. To adjust the date setting: 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Press to select the Setup ( ) menu option at the top. When selected, the settings are shown on the LCD screen and display the current state of the DV camera. To adjust the time setting: 1. In the Setup ( ) menu, use the / button to select " " ­ Time, then press the button. A Time adjustment screen appears on the screen, allowing you to set the time. 2. Use the / button to toggle through the "HH", "MM", and "SS" formats. The selected option is highlighted with color. 3. Use the / button to select " " ­ Date, then press the button. A Date adjustment screen appears on the screen, allowing you to set the date. 3. Use the / button to enter a new value for the selected option, then press the button. NOTE: The date and time setting may be shown incorrectly if the DV camera has not been in use for a long time. Please check the date and time setting and adjust accordingly. 4. Use the / button to toggle through the "YYYY", "MM", and "DD" formats. The selected option is highlighted with color. Selecting the Language The DV camera allows you to select the on-screen display language. 1. In the Setup menu, use the / button to select " " ­ Language. 2. Press the button to display the available language options. 3. Use the / button to select the language you require, then press the button to confirm your selection. 9 5. Use the / button to enter a new value for the selected option. 6. Press the button to confirm your changes and to return to the Setup menu screen. 7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Shooting Shooting Video Video mode allows you to record video clips, the length of which is determined only by the size of your available memory. Video clips are recorded in ASF or AVI file format at a resolution of 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 pixels. 1. Press the MODE button and then the button to enter Video mode ( ). The video standby recording screen appears. Shooting Still Images Photo mode allows you to capture still images with automatic exposure, providing a full selection of manual controls over all camera settings. 1. Press the MODE button and then the button to en ...