Sanyo Xacti VPC-S3 Manuel utilisateur

VPC-S3

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Digital Camera

Please read these instructions carefully before using the digital camera. Make

sure to read and understand the section "USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA

SAFELY AND CORRECTLY" on pages 5 to 16. Keep this manual in a safe place

for later reference.

Important note

This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-S3.

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Warning

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

iThis 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:

hReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

hIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.

hConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

hConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

iChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FOR AMERICAN USERS

Model number: VPC-S3

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.

Declaration of Conformity

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iThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

FOR CANADIAN USERS

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OUTLINE OF OPERATION

To help you get started enjoying using your digital camera right away, given

below is an outline of the fundamental operation, from setup to shooting to

playback.

SETUP

1Install the batteries (see page 21).

hYour camera has a 16MB internal memory

that lets you store images even when no SD

Memory Card is installed. In addition, images

stored in the camera's internal memory can

be copied to a card, and vice versa (see

page 70).

2Install the SD Memory Card*1 (see page 22).

3Format the SD Memory Card (see page 89).

NOTE

iBe sure to format the SD Memory Card with this

digital camera before using it. A card that is not

formatted using the digital camera may interfere

with the operation of your camera.

SHOOTING

1Capture an image.

hShoot a still image (see pages 29 and 30).

hShoot a sequential shots series (see pages

30 and 32).

hShoot a video clip*2(see pages 29 and 33).

PLAYBACK (see page 55)

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* 1: About the SD Memory Card

This digital camera can use either an SD Memory Card or a Multi Media

Card for data storage. This manual is written with the premise that SD

Memory Cards are used. In this manual, SD Memory Card and Multi Media

Card are both referred to as “card”.

* 2: About video clips

This digital camera does not have audio record or playback functions.

Therefore, your recorded video clips will not have sound. Moreover, even if

you play back video clips that do have recorded sound with this camera, no

sound will be generated.

Symbols used in this manual

HINT Points that may prove useful when using the digital camera.

NOTE Points giving some extended instructions or special points to

pay attention to.

CAUTION Points that require special attention.

(see page xx) 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” (see page

111) and “TROUBLESHOOTING” (see page 120).

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CONTENTS

OUTLINE OF OPERATION ................................................................... 1

CONTENTS ........................................................................................... 3

USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY .......... 5

CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES .................................... 17

CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE CARD .............................................. 18

PREPARATION

PARTS NAMES ................................................................................... 19

INSTALL THE BATTERIES AND CARD .............................................. 21

TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF ....................................................... 23

SHOOTING

BEFORE TAKING PICTURES (for best results) .................................. 25

CAPTURING IMAGES ......................................................................... 29

OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 34

CHANGING THE SHOOTING SETTINGS .......................................... 40

PLAYBACK

VIEWING IMAGES .............................................................................. 55

DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN ........................... 60

CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE) .................................................... 62

ROTATING AN IMAGE ........................................................................ 64

SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK ................................................................... 65

OTHER PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS ....................................................... 66

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CAMERA SETTINGS

CHANGING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ...............................................80

LCD MONITOR SETTING ....................................................................82

DATE AND TIME SETTING .................................................................84

HELP DISPLAY ....................................................................................87

LANGUAGE ..........................................................................................88

INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL MEMORY .......89

POWER SAVE SETTING .....................................................................91

FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION ..............................................................93

RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ..............................................95

CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY

AND INTERNAL MEMORY ..............................................................96

CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE ...........................97

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER .......................................................99

DIRECT-PRINT ..................................................................................102

APPENDICES

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................111

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................120

SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................127

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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA

kIf the digital camera makes a strange noise, emits a strange odor, or if

smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the power and remove

the batteries.

iIf the digital camera is used under these conditions, it

may cause a fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off

the digital camera, remove the batteries, and wait to

make sure no more smoke comes from the digital

camera. Then take it to the dealer for service. Do not try

to repair or open the digital camera yourself.

kDo not modify or open the cabinet

iHigh 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.

kDo not use while driving

iDo not capture images, play back images, or watch the

LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may

cause an accident.

iBe careful where you put down the digital camera inside

an automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall

behind the brake pedal and prevent braking.

kBe aware of your surroundings when using the

digital camera

iPay close attention to your surroundings when using the

digital camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident

or injury.

iWhen using the digital camera while walking, be very

careful of your surroundings and especially the traffic to

avoid accidents.

iDo not use the digital camera inside an airplane or

elsewhere where its use may be restricted.

WARNING

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kDo not get the digital camera wet

iThis digital camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it

to get wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric

shock.

iDo not use the digital camera in a bathroom.

iIf the digital camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and

remove the batteries. Then take it to a dealer for repair.

Using the digital camera after it has been become wet

may cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident.

kDo not use during a storm

iTo avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not

use the digital 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.

kDo not place on an unstable surface

iThe digital camera may fall, resulting in damage to the

digital camera or injury.

iIf the digital camera has fallen and its body is

damaged, turn it off, remove the batteries, and take it

to the dealer for repair. Using the digital camera after

its body has been damaged may cause a fire or

electric shock.

kDo not look through the digital camera into the

sun

iDo not look through the digital camera at the sun or

any other strong source of light. Doing so may

seriously injure your eyes.

kDo not use the flash close to a person's face

iTo prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash

near a person's face (especially young children or

babies). If the flash is used close to a person's opened

eyes, there is a risk that it may damage that person's

eyesight.

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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY

(CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA)

kDo not use where there is risk of explosion

iDo not use the digital camera in a location where

there is explosive gas, or any other flammable

material in the air. Doing so may cause a fire or an

explosion.

kKeep the digital camera out of the reach of children

iThe following may happen if children play with the

digital camera:

hThey may wrap the strap around their neck and

suffocate.

hThey may swallow the batteries or other small

parts. In such a case, consult a physician

immediately.

hThey may damage their eyesight if the flash goes

off too close to their eyes.

hThey may get hurt by the digital camera.

kCautions when carrying the digital camera

iDo not walk around holding the digital camera by the

handstrap. It may hit other objects and get damaged.

When walking around, hold the digital camera in your

hand or place it in a pocket.

iBe careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it

to strong shocks.

iMake sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital

camera lens, as that may damage the internal parts.

When not using the digital camera, be sure to always

turn it off and retract the lens.

kIf the digital camera is not going to be used for a

long period of time

iFor safety's sake, remove the batteries from the

camera. This will prevent any possible excess heat or

leakage of battery fluid that may result in injuries or

damage to nearby objects. (Note that when the

batteries is removed for a long period, the time and

date settings will be cleared.)

WARNING

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