INSTRUCTION MANUAL Digital Movie VPC-C4EX VPC-C4EXS VPC-C4E VPC-C4 VPC-C4S VPC-C4GX Important note This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-C4EX, VPC-C4EXS, VPC-C4E, VPC-C4, VPC-C4S and VPC-C4GX. Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such. Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera. Make sure to read and understand the section "USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY" on pages 7 to 20. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference. An SD Memory Card is not included with Model VPC-C4GX. Warning TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE FOR AMERICAN USERS WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. i 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: h Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. h Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. h Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. h Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. i Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of Conformity Model number: VPC-C4, VPC-C4S Trade Name: SANYO Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address: 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. i English FOR CANADIAN USERS i This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. FOR EU USERS Conformity to EC Directives i This unit complies with EC Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC. i The rating plate can be found inside the set after the battery cover and battery are removed. English ii OUTLINE OF OPERATION To help you get started enjoying using your camera right away, given below is an outline of the basic operation, from setup to shooting to playback. SETUP 1 Connect the AC adaptor/charger (page 154). 2 Install the SD Memory Card* in the camera (page 38). CAUTION i This camera uses an SD Memory Card instead of photographic film to record images. Be sure to install the SD Memory Card before operating the camera. i Be sure to format the SD Memory Card with this camera before using it. A card that is not formatted using the camera may limit your full use of all the camera's capabilities. SHOOTING 1 Turn on the camera (page 40). 2 Capture images. h For shooting video clips, see page 47. h For shooting still photos, see page 49. The novice photographer may find the section "HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES" on page 182 of this Instruction Manual to be helpful. Please use it in conjunction with the explanations under the main headings in the manual, to capture the best photos. 1 English PLAYBACK 1 Play back the images (page 55). * About the SD Memory Card In this manual, the SD Memory Card is referred to as "card". An SD Memory Card is not included with Model VPC-C4GX. Symbols used in this manual HINT NOTE CAUTION (page xx) Points that may prove useful when using the camera. Points giving some extended instructions or special points to pay attention to. Points that require special attention. Refer to the page indicated for detailed information. You may find the answers to questions or problems concerning camera operation in the sections "COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS" (page 155) and "TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 162). English 2 CONTENTS OUTLINE OF OPERATION ................................................................... 1 USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY ......................... 7 FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR CAMERA ......................................... 21 CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES .................................... 25 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CAMERA ............................... 29 PREPARATION PARTS NAMES ................................................................................... 32 CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ..................................................... 35 INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD ................................ 37 TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF ............................................. 40 OPERATION BUTTONS ...................................................................... 42 BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING/RECORDING BEFORE TAKING PICTURES ............................................................. 44 CAPTURING IMAGES ......................................................................... 47 BASIC SHOOTING FUNCTIONS ........................................................ 51 RECORDING AN AUDIO MEMO ......................................................... 53 PLAYBACK VIEWING IMAGES .............................................................................. 55 VIEWING VIDEO CLIPS ...................................................................... 58 PLAYING BACK AUDIO MEMOS ........................................................ 60 3 English SHOOTING SETTINGS PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS) DISPLAYING THE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS .........................61 IMAGE QUALITY ..................................................................................67 SCENE SELECT ..................................................................................69 FILTERS ...............................................................................................71 FLASH SETTING ..................................................................................72 SELF-TIMER ........................................................................................74 PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS) MOTION COMPENSATION (IMAGE STABILIZER) .............................76 FOCUS RANGE ...................................................................................77 NOISE-REDUCTION ............................................................................79 FLICKER-REDUCTION ........................................................................80 ISO SENSITIVITY .................................................................................81 WHITE BALANCE ................................................................................82 PLAYBACK SETTINGS PAGE 1 (BASIC SETTINGS) DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREENS .........................83 PLAYBACK MODE ...............................................................................87 VOLUME ...............................................................................................88 LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ............................................................89 IMAGE PROTECT ................................................................................90 ERASING DATA ...................................................................................92 PAGE 2 (ADVANCED SETTINGS) ROTATE IMAGE ...................................................................................94 EDITING VIDEO CLIPS ........................................................................95 PRINT SETTINGS ..............................................................................103 DISPLAYING IMAGE DATA (INFORMATION SCREEN) ..................110 English 4 CAMERA SETTINGS OPTION SETTINGS DISPLAYING THE OPTION SCREEN ............................................... 111 DATE AND TIME ............................................................................... 113 OPERATION SOUNDS ..................................................................... 116 HELP DISPLAY ................................................................................. 118 WIND NOISE REDUCTION ............................................................... 119 DIGITAL ZOOM SETTING ................................................................. 120 SCREEN LANGUAGE ....................................................................... 121 TV OUTPUT SETTING ...................................................................... 122 POWER SAVE FUNCTION ............................................................... 124 FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION ............................................................ 126 FORMATTING A CARD ..................................................................... 129 RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ........................................... 131 CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY .............................. 132 CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE .............. 134 5 English OTHER DEVICES AND CONNECTIONS DOCKING STATION DOCKING STATION ..........................................................................136 CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT ..........................................138 PREPARING AND USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT .............140 PLAYBACK WITH THE DOCKING STATION ....................................144 DIRECT PRINTING ............................................................................145 CONNECTIONS .................................................................................154 APPENDICES COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................155 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................162 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................174 HINTS FOR TAKING PICTURES .......................................................182 English 6 USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY CAMERA WARNING k If the camera makes a strange noise, emits a strange odor, or if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the power and remove the battery pack i If the camera is used under these conditions, it may cause a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, and wait to make sure no more smoke comes from the camera. Then take it to the dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the camera yourself. k Do not modify or open the cabinet i High voltage circuits are inside, and there is a high risk of fire or electric shock if they are touched. Any internal check, setting, or repair should be performed by the dealer. k Do not use while driving i Do not capture images, play back images, or watch the LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause an accident. i Be careful where you put down the camera inside an automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind the brake pedal and prevent braking. k Be aware of your surroundings when using the camera i Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury. i When using the camera while walking, be very careful of your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid accidents. i Do not use the camera inside an airplane or elsewhere where its use may be restricted. 7 English WARNING k Do not get the camera wet i This camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to get wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock. i Do not use the camera in a bathroom. i If the camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and remove the battery pack. Then take it to a dealer for repair. Using the camera after it has been become wet may cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident. k Do not use during a storm i To avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the camera during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used in an open field, you have an increased chance of being struck by lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will protect you from lightning. k Do not place on an unstable surface i The camera may fall, resulting in damage to the camera or injury. i If the camera has fallen and its body is damaged, turn it off, remove the battery pack, and take it to the dealer for repair. Using the camera after its body has been damaged may cause a fire or electric shock. k Do not look through the camera into the sun i Do not look through the camera at the sun or any other strong source of light. Doing so ...