DXG Sportster DXG-5B7V User’s Manual DXG USA
Table of Contents About this manual............................................................ iv Copyright.......................................................................... iv Precautions ....................................................................... v Before You Start .............................................................viii 1 Introduction ................................................ 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2 System requirements...............................................
2.7 2.8 2.9 3 ii Connecting to PC using a USB/AV Cable ............. 15 Changing modes ................................................... 15 Before you start .................................................... 15 2.9.1 Setting the date and time ........................ 15 2.9.2 Setting the language ................................ 16 2.9.3 Setting the beep ........................................ 17 Using the Video Camera .......................... 18 3.1 3.2 Recording Videos ........................
3.6.3 3.6.4 3.6.5 3.6.6 Effect .......................................................... 34 Night Mode .............................................. 34 Selftimer .................................................... 35 Quality....................................................... 35 3.7 3.8 Viewing Photos ..................................................... 36 Photo Playback Menu .......................................... 37 3.8.1 Delete One ................................................ 38 3.8.
Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera. Make sure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. About this manual Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct and up to date. However, no guarantee is made regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this manual do not tally with the camera, please take the camera as a criterion.
Precautions General precautions • • • • • • • • • • Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas, as its components may be damaged. Do not store the product in a hot environment. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics. Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside; this may damage the electronic circuits.
Notes on the LCD Screen Caution must be observed when dealing with the fluid contained in the LCD. Ensure that the fluid does not leak if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs, follow these steps: • • • If the fluid makes contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth then rinse with a large amount of water. If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
• • • • Do not open or close the battery/card compartment cover with wet hands. Do not open the battery/card compartment cover next to water or a pool. The camera is not dust-proof. Do not bump or knock the camera underwater, otherwise the battery/card compartment cover may open. After using the camera • Be sure to wipe any dirt or sand off the waterproof sealing material or its contraction surface. Dirt or sand may scratch the material or the surface, making the camera less resistant to water.
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun. - In areas subject to strong vibration Power supply • • • • Use only the type of battery that came with your camera. Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment and invalidate the warranty. Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start a fire. Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is not going to be used for a long time.
1 Introduction Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the video camera. This chapter also covers system requirements, package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components. 1.1 System requirements The video camera requires a PC with the following specifications: • Windows® XP SP2/Vista/Windows 7 operating system • Intel®/AMD Dual-Core or higher • At least 1 GB of RAM or higher • Graphic card with DirectX 9 support (DirectX 10 recommended) • Standard USB 1.
1.3 Unpacking the video camera The following items should be present in the package. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
1.4 About the video camera Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this video camera. 1.4.1 Front view Lens LED flash 1.4.
1.4.3 Bottom view Tripod socket 1.4.
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1.4.6 Adjusting the LCD display Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still image or recording a video clip.
See the table below for a description of each button’s function. Name Button Function Power button Press and hold to turn the power on or off. Menu button Press to display the menu for the current mode. Playback button Press to switch to the Playback mode. In OSD menus: • Use the 4-way Navigation button to select items and press the middle button to confirm. 4-way Navigation button In Video and Photo modes: • Press T/W to zoom in/out.
Name Button Function In Photo Playback mode: • Press Left/Right Navigation button (EV/ ) to move through the pictures. • Press T to view thumbnails. • Press the middle button to view a selected thumbnail in full screen. In Video Playback mode: • Press Left/Right Navigation button (EV/ ) to move through the video clips. • Press W to view thumbnails. • Press the middle button to view a selected thumbnail in full screen. • In full screen view, press the middle button to play the video clip.
Name Button Function • Press Left/Right Navigation button (EV/ ) to fast-forward/rewind during playback. Press the middle button to return to the normal speed. In Video mode: • Press to start recording a video. Press again to stop recording. Record button In Photo mode: • Press to take a picture. Press to switch to different modes: Video, Photo, or Set. Mode button 1.4.
2 Getting started Read this section to learn how to start using the video camera. This section covers basic functions such as switching on, inserting the battery and memory card, and configuring preliminary settings. See later chapters for advanced functions. 2.1 Inserting an SD card (SD card sold separately) An SD card can be installed in the video camera to provide additional storage space for still images and video clips. 1. Push the lock to open the battery cover as shown in the illustration. 2.
3. Close the battery cover. 2.2 Inserting the battery This video camera is designed to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery. Only use the battery supplied or similar batteries recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer. z Note: Install the battery exactly as described here. Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage to the video camera and possibly start a fire. 1. Push the lock to open the battery cover as shown in the illustration.
2. Insert the battery. Ensure that the battery contacts match to the contacts inside the battery compartment. 3. Close the battery cover.
2.3 Charging the battery You can charge the battery with the charging unit provided. Follow the below steps to charge your battery. 1. Connect one end of the power cord to the charging unit and then plug the other end to the wall outlet. 2. Insert the Li-ion battery into the charging bay. 3. The orange LED will light up for proper charging. 4. After full charge, the LED turns green. 5. The actual charging time depends on the current battery capacity and charging conditions. 2.
2.5 Connecting to TV using a USB/AV Cable To view pictures or videos on a TV, connect the video camera to a TV using the supplied USB/AV cable as shown. 2.6 Connecting to TV using an HDMI Cable You can also connect the video camera to a TV using the HDMI cable.
2.7 Connecting to PC using a USB/AV Cable Connect the video camera to a computer with the USB/AV cable provided as shown. 2.8 Changing modes The video camera can operate in three modes: Video, Photo, and SET. Press the Mode button to toggle different modes. 2.9 Before you start Before you start using the video camera, some basic settings such as Date/Time, Language and Beep need to be configured. 2.9.1 Setting the date and time To adjust the date and time, please do the following: 1.
2. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select Date/Time. 3. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 4. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the field to be adjusted. 5. Use the Up/Down Navigation button to adjust the value. 6. Repeat steps 4-5 to adjust desired fields. 7. Press the Middle Navigation button to exit. 2.9.2 Setting the language To select the language, please do the following: 1. Press the Mode button to switch to the Set mode. 2.
2.9.3 Setting the beep To adjust the beep, please do the following: 1. Press the Mode button to switch to the Set mode. 2. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select Beep. 3. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 4. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select Off or On. 5. Press the Middle Navigation button to exit.
3 Using the Video Camera 3.1 Recording Videos To record a movie, please do the following: 1. Press the Power button to turn on the video camera. The video camera enters the Video mode. 2. Press the Record button to start recording the video. To adjust the video, you may: • Use the T/W button to zoom in/out. (applicable to 720P and WVGA only) • Press the Left Navigation button to turn the LED flash on/off. • Toggle the Right Navigation button to select different exposure compensation values. 3.
# 1 Icon Description Memory type indicator : indicates that an SD card is used. : indicates that no SD card is inserted and the internal memory is used. 2 Indicates the percentage of memory left. 3 Indicates the current EV compensation value. 4 Indicates the current resolution. 5 Indicates the current battery status. 6 Indicates that the video camera is in Video mode. 7 Indicates the current White Balance setting. 8 Indicates the Night mode is activated.
3.2 Video Menu To access the Video menu, please do the following: 1. Make sure you are in the Video mode. Press the Mode button to switch to the Video mode if not. 2. Press the Menu button to open the Video menu. 3. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to scroll through the selections until the desired one is highlighted. 4. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 5. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to choose the desired settings and press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 6.
3.2.1 White Balance The White Balance selection allows you to set the white balance when recording videos under specific lighting conditions. To set the white balance, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired option: • Auto: Select this option to let the video camera set the white balance automatically. • Sunny: Select this option for daylight. • Cloudy: Select this option for cloudy days. • Tungsten: Select this option for normal indoor lighting conditions.
• QVGA: Select this option for 320 x 240 resolution. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 3.2.3 Effect The Effect selection allows you to change the recording effect. To set the effect, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired option: • Color: Select this option for color photography. • Sepia: Select this option for brown color effect. • Black and white: Select this option for monochrome effect. 2.
3.2.4 Night Mode The Night Mode helps you to get better results while shooting at night. To set the night mode, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select Off or On. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 3.2.5 Quality The Quality selection allows you to set the video quality. More storage space is required for better quality. To set the quality, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select Fine or Normal.
3.3 Playing Videos To play videos, please do the following: 1. Make sure you are in the Video mode. Press the Mode button to switch to the Video mode if not. 2. Press the Playback button to enter the Video Playback mode. 3. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired video. 4. Press the Middle Navigation button to play back the video. • To pause during playback, press the Down Navigation button. To resume, press the Down Navigation button again.
# Icon Description 1 Indicates that the video camera is in Playback mode. 2 Indicates the total clip length. 3 Indicates the number of the current video and total videos. 4 Indicates that the file is protected.
3.4 Video Playback Menu To access the Video Playback menu, please do the following: 1. In Video mode, press the Playback button to switch to the Video Playback mode. 2. Press the Menu button to open the Video Playback menu. 3. Use the Left/Right Navigation Button to scroll through the selections until the desired one is highlighted. 4. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 5. Press the Menu button to exit.
3.4.1 Delete One The Delete One selection allows you to delete individual files. To delete a file, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired file. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to delete the file. 3. Repeat steps 3-4 to delete other files. 4. Press the Menu button to exit. z Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Ensure the files are transferred to the PC via the USB cable or saved to another storage device.
z Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Ensure the files are transferred to the PC via the USB cable or saved to another storage device. Files that have been protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock the files first before deleting them. 3.4.3 Protect The Protect selection allows you to protect files from being deleted. To protect a file, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired file. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to lock the file.
3.4.4 Autoplay The Autoplay selection allows you to play back the recorded files automatically. To start auto play, please do the following: 1. Press the Middle Navigation button to begin auto play. • To pause auto play, press the Down Navigation button. Press the Down Navigation button again to resume. • To fast-forward/rewind, press the Left/Right Navigation button. Press the Middle Navigation button to return to the normal speed. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button again to stop. 3.4.
3.5 Shooting Photos To shoot a photo, please do the following: 1. Press the Power button to turn on the video camera. 2. Press the Mode button to switch to the Photo mode. 3. Press the Record button to capture a photo. To adjust the camera, you may: • Use the T/W button to zoom in/out. • Press the Left Navigation button to turn the LED flash on/off. • Toggle the Right Navigation button to select different exposure compensation value.
# 1 Icon Description Memory type indicator : indicates that an SD card is used. : indicates that no SD card is inserted and internal memory is used. 2 Indicates the current EV compensation value. 3 Indicates the current resolution. 4 Indicates the current battery status. 5 Indicates the current Self-timer setting. 6 Indicates that the video camera is in Photo mode. 7 Indicates the current White Balance setting. 8 Indicates the Night Mode is enabled. 9 Indicates the current Effect setting.
3.6 Photo Menu To access the Photo menu, please do the following: 1. Make sure you are in the Photo mode. Press the Mode button to switch to the Photo mode if not. 2. Press the Menu button to open the Photo menu. 3. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to scroll through the selections until the desired one is highlighted. 4. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 5. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to choose the desired setting and press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 6.
3.6.1 White Balance The White Balance selection allows you to adjust the white balance when capturing images under specific lighting conditions. To set the white balance, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired option: • Auto: Select this option to let the video camera set the white balance automatically. • Sunny: Select this option for daylight. • Cloudy: Select this option for cloudy days.
2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 3.6.3 Effect The Effect selection allows you to change the recording effect. To set the effect, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired option: • Color: Select this option for color photography. • Sepia: Select this option for brown color effect. • Black and white: Select this option for monochrome effect. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 3.6.
3.6.5 Self-timer The Self-timer selection allows you to take photos after a pre-defined delay. To set the self timer, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select: • 5 sec.: Select this option for 5-second delay. • 10 sec.: Select this option for 10-second delay. • Off: Select this option to disable Self-timer. 2. 3.6.6 Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. Quality The Quality selection allows you to set photo qualities.
3.7 Viewing Photos To view photos, please do the following: 1. Make sure you are in the Photo mode. Press the Mode button to switch to the Photo mode if not. 2. Press the Playback button to enter the Photo Playback mode. 3. Press the Left/Right Navigation button to browse the recorded photos. • Press the Up Navigation button to view thumbnails. • Select the desired thumbnail and press the Middle Navigation button to view the photo in full screen. 4.
3.8 Photo Playback Menu To access the Photo playback menu, please do the following: 1. In Photo mode, press the Playback button to switch to the Photo Playback mode. 2. Press the Menu button to open the Photo Playback menu. 3. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to scroll through the selections until the desired one is highlighted. 4. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 5. Press the Menu button again to exit.
3.8.1 Delete One The Delete One selection allows you to delete individual files. To delete a file, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired file. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to delete the file. 3. Repeat steps 3-4 to delete other files. 4. Press the Menu button to exit. z Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Ensure the files are transferred to the PC via the USB cable or saved to another storage device.
z Note: Once deleted, files cannot be recovered. Ensure the files are transferred to the PC via the USB cable or saved to another storage device. Files that have been protected will not be deleted. You have to unlock the files first before deleting them. 3.8.3 Protect The Protect selection allows you to protect files from being deleted. To protect a file, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select the desired file. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to lock the file.
3.8.4 Autoplay The Autoplay selection allows you to play back the recorded files automatically. To start auto play, please do the following: 1. Press the Middle Navigation button to begin auto play. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button again to stop.
3.9 System Menu To access the System menu, please do the following: 1. Press the Mode button to switch to the Set mode. The System menu appears. 2. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to scroll through the selections until the desired one is highlighted. 3. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. The following selections are available on the System menu: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1. Date / Time 6. Diving 2. Beep 7. Language 3. Auto Power Off 8. Frequency 4. TV Standard 9.
3.9.1 Date and Time See section 2.9.1 “Setting the date and time”. 3.9.2 Beep See section 2.9.3 “Setting the beep”. 3.9.3 Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off selection allows you to set an idle time after which the video camera automatically enters the sleep mode to save power. To adjust the auto power off, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select: • Off: Disables the Auto Power Off function. • 1 min.: Auto Power Off after 1 minute. • 5 min.
2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 3.9.5 Format The Format selection allows you to format your memory card or the internal memory when no memory card is inserted. To format the memory media, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select Cancel or OK. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. Warning: Formatting will delete everything on the media. 3.9.6 Diving The Diving mode selection allows you to shoot videos in underwater conditions.
3.9.7 Language See section 2.9.2 “Setting the language”. 3.9.8 Frequency The Frequency selection allows you to set the refresh rate of the video camera. Increasing the refresh rate decreases flickering, thereby reducing eyestrain. To set the refresh rate, please do the following: 1. Use the Left/Right Navigation button to select 60Hz or 50Hz. 2. Press the Middle Navigation button to confirm. 3.9.9 Default The Default selection allows you to reset the video camera to factory defaults.
3.10 USB mode Your video camera can be used as a USB mass storage device. When connecting to a PC, the video camera is displayed as a removable drive in Windows Explorer. Drag and drop files to and from the removable drive just like any other storage device. 3.11 Diving mode The Diving mode selection allows you to record videos taking underwater conditions into account. In Diving mode, the video camera will adjust the White Balance setting automatically.
Appendix Specification General Imaging sensor 1/3.2” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel Sensor Active pixels 5.0 Megapixel Storage media Internal: Built-in 128MB Flash Memory, Available memory space for image storage is approximately 78MB. SD Card, SDHC Compatible (Up to SDHC 16GB Class6) Color effects Color/B&W/Sepia Lens F3.2, f=4.0mm Fixed lens Focus range 1.2m~infinity Still image Format: JPEG (EXIF), DCF, DPOF Resolution: 3M, 5M, 12M (Firmware Interpolation) Quality: Normal, Fine Movie clips Format: H.
General Zoom Movie: Digital Zoom 4X (for WVGA and 720P only) Camera: Digital Zoom 4X Still Image Playback: No support TFT monitor 3.0” TFT (960 x 240 pixels; 16:9) LED flash Effective range: < 1m Mode: On/Off White balance Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Tungsten / Fluorescent EV compensation -2.0 EV~+2.0 EV Self-timer Off / 5 seconds / 10 seconds PC interface USB 2.0 (high speed) TV out format NTSC/PAL/HDMI Shutter speed Still: 2 ~1/4000 Video: 1/15~1/2000 Auto power off Off / 1 min. / 5 min.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Cannot turn on the video camera. The battery is not inserted correctly. Solution Insert the battery correctly. The battery has no Charge the battery. power. The video camera suddenly turns off. The captured image is not stored in memory. The video camera turns off when capturing image using the self-timer. The image is out of focus. 48 The auto power off Turn the power on function is again. enabled. The video camera is running out of battery power.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Memory card cannot be used. The memory card is protected. The memory card contains non-DCF images taken by other video cameras. Unlock the memory card. Format the memory card. Before formatting the card, ensure you back up the files.
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