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DIGITAL CAMERA
GC-A55
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before
beginning to operate this unit, please read the instruction
manual carefully in order to make sure that the best
possible performance is obtained. If you have any
question, consult your JVC dealer.
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[Back] [Next] " SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT " This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter- connections between pieces of equipment) are
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DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case. This could result in a fatal electrical shock. NEVER guess or make changes with electrical equipment of any kind. It is better to be safe than sorry!
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[Back] [Next] FCC INFORMATION 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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 pr
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[Back] [Next] WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
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l remove the batteries while the power is on. l look through the viewfinder directly at the sun or extremely bright light. l point the lens directly into the sun. This can lead to malfunctioning of the internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. l subject it to shock or excessive vibration. l connect any USB cable to this unit except the one provided. 2. Avoid using the unit in the following places : l Where the camera will be subject to dust, soot, steam, or excessive h
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3. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. HOW TO HANDLE A CD-ROM l Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center hole using a circular motion. l Do not use conventional d
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[Back] [Next] FUN THINGS YOU CAN DO This camera is an all-in-one compact size digital and USB PC-camera. With it, you can: l Take digital pictures/video clips in an instant. Easily capture digital images and download them to your computer. l Videoconference on the Internet. Keep in touch with distant family and friends. See and talk with people on the Internet face-to- face. l Send captured images with your e-mail messages.
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[Back] [Next] WHAT'S INCLUDED? Please check to see that the following items are included in the package. If any item is missing, please enquire at your nearest authorized dealer. Digital Camera X 1 CD-ROM with Driver, Application & Instructions X 1 USB Cable X 1 Video Cable X 1 Hand Strap X 1 Alkaline Battery (AA Size) X 2 Pouch X 1 Quick Start Guide X 1 Caution Sheet X 1 Notes: l Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat
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[Back] [Next] SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (PC) l Microsoft® Windows® 98/98SE/Me/ 2000/XP (Pre-installed Model) l Intel® Pentium® Processor 166 MHz or higher l Free USB Port l Minimum RAM: 32 MB (Windows XP: 128 MB) l 250 MB of available hard disk space l Color display: 800 x 600 or better l CD-ROM drive Notes: l Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. l Other trademarks are the properties of their respe
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[Back] [Next] FEATURES Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart camera. Equipped with a 1.3 Mega pixel CMOS, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 1280 X 1024 pixels. Other cool features provided by the camera include the following: LCD Monitor The 1.5" full-color LCD at the back of the camera makes it easy to frame your subject. It also displays a preview of the still images/ video clips you have recorded. Digi
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[Back] [Next] GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA Controls, Connectors and Indicators Built-in Flash Viewfinder window Lens Self timer indicator Video out Terminal cover USB port Battery/Memory Card compartment door Status LCD panel RESOLUTION & QUALITY button Strap holder FLASH MODE button SHUTTER button Status indicator POWER button MENU button SELF-TIMER / UP Viewfinder button 2X ZOOM/DOWN LCD monitor button LCD /OK button MODE button Tripod socket
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[Back] [Next] Getting to Know the Camera Status LCD panel Built-in Flash Indicator Self-timer Indicator Battery Indicator Quality Indicator Resolution Indicator SD card Indicator Time/Number Indicator Mode Indicator 1. Resolution Indicator Full resolution (SXGA 1280 X 1024 Pixels) Half resolution (VGA 640 X 480 Pixels) 2. Quality Indicator Fine quality Normal quality Basic quality 3. Battery Indicator Full battery power Low battery power Empty battery (blinking) 4. Built-in Flash Indicator Aut
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[Back] [Next] GETTING STARTED Be sure to insert the (AA-size Alkaline) batteries before trying to capture images with your camera. Inserting the Batteries 1. Slide the Battery/Memory card compartment door (located on the right side of the camera) in the direction indicated by the arrow to open it. 2. Insert the AA-size batteries as indicated on the inner side of the door. 3. Close back the door and turn on the camera. Checking Batteries( :Full battery power) The battery indicator will be dis
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This camera can be used with either an SD card or a Multimedia card (MMC). When traveling and capturing a lot of images, it is convenient to make use of an SD or a Multimedia card. When a card is inserted into the camera, still images/video clips captured will be stored in the card’s memory. When the card is removed, the camera’s internal memory will be used as the storage media. Inserting the Memory Card 1. Turn off the camera's power by pressing the POWER button. 2. Open the Battery/Memory c
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[Back] [Next] OPERATIONS PLAY /DELETE MODE CAMERA MODE VIDEO CLIP MODE Shooting Basics Shooting Basics Play Basics Customized Shooting l Zooming l Using Flash Customized Shooting is not applicable to the Video Clip and Play/Delete Modes. l Using Self-Timer l Setting the Image Quality & Resolution Menu Settings l SETUP MENU l SETUP MENU l SETUP MENU l QUICKVIEW l WHITE BALANCE l SLIDE SHOW l WHITE BALANCE l EV COMPENSATION l ERASE l EV COMPENSATION l COPY TO CARD l DPOF Setting the var
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/ [Back] [Next] CAMERA MODE This mode is used for capturing still images. The pictures taken will be stored in the camera’s internal memory or the memory-card in JPEG file format. Shooting Basics When the card is inserted into the camera, your captured still images/video clips will be stored in the card’s memory. When the card is removed, the internal memory of the camera will be used as the storage media. Procedures: 1. Get the camera ready. (Refer to ‘Getting Started’) 2. Toggle on the MOD
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[Back] [Next] Customized Shooting (CAMERA MODE) (1) Zooming This mode allows you to zoom up on your subject, making it appear larger (maximum 2X) and closer. Note that the digital zoom function is only available when the LCD monitor is ON. The resolution is automatically set at VGA (640 x 480 pixels) upon activating the zoom function. Procedures: 1. Ensure that the camera is turned on. 2. Select the Camera mode with the MODE button. 3. Ensure that the LCD monitor is activated. (Toggle the LCD
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Procedure: 1. Ensure that the camera is turned on. 2. Select the Camera mode with the MODE button. 3. To activate the self timer, press the / button. A cursor will appear below the self timer icon on the Status LCD panel as shown on the right: 4. Frame your subject and press the shutter button. The Self-timer Indicator will start blinking for 10 seconds (slowly in the first 7 seconds and rapidly in the remaining 3). At the end of the 10 seconds, the shutter will be released. 5. To cancel the
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[Back] [Next] VIDEO CLIP MODE This mode is used for shooting video clips. The video clips will be stored in the camera’s internal memory or the memory card in AVI File Format. Total available recording time The total available recording time (approximate) is reflected on the LCD panel. For video clips, the Resolution is fixed at VGA:320*240 and the Image Quality is set at Normal. The following shows the approx. length of recording time based on 8MB of available internal memory (when the cam
