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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VPC-R1EX
VPC-R1E
VPC-R1
Digital Camera
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the digital camera.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.
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” from pages 3 to 12. Keep this manual in a safe place for later
reference.
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Warning TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE FOR AMERICAN USERS œ 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
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Declaration of Conformity Model Number : VPC-R1 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. FOR CANADIAN USERS œ
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BEFORE READING THE MANUAL Apple, Macintosh and QuickTime are trademark or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation and handed over to CFA (CompactFlash Association). All other company and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. Regarding the data storage media œ This digital camera uses CompactFlash cards for data storage. In this manual, t
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Symbols used in this manual HINT More detailed explanations or cautionary notes. NOTE Extra information about camera features and terminology. HELP In case of problems, this may help in certain situations. CAUTION Points requiring special caution. v: Explanation for still images x: Explanation for sequential shots w: Explanation for video clips You can select different languages for the LCD monitor display (see page 67). Please note, however, that the display examples and the indications in this
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CONTENTS USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY . . . . . . . 3 CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 B PREPARATION PART NAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 INSTALLING THE BATTERIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 INSTALLING THE CARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . .
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B PLAYBACK APPLICATIONS PLAYING IMAGES IN A SLIDE SHOW [v] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 MAGNIFYING (ZOOMING IN) THE IMAGE [v] [x] [w] . . . . . . . . 49 B OTHER FUNCTIONS COPYING IMAGES [x] [w] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 PROTECTING/ERASING IMAGE DATA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 COPYING TO THE CARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 USING WITH A COMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA WARNING B If 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 œ If 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 s
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B Be aware of your surroundings when using the digital camera œ Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the digital camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury. œ Do not use the digital camera inside an airplane or elsewhere where its use may be restricted. B Do not get the digital camera wet œ This digital camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to get wet for it may cause a fire or electric shock. œ Do not use the digital camera in a bathroom. œ If the digital
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY (CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA) WARNING B Do not use the flash close to a person’s face œ To 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. B Do not use where there is risk of explosion œ Do not use the digital camera in a location where there is explosive gas, or any other
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B Concerning the Batteries Concerning the supplied alkaline batteries œ Follow all the warnings indicated below to prevent the batteries from leaking, overheating, exploding, catching fire, or becoming damaged. œ Do not install with the polarities ((+) and (–)) reversed. œ Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire. œ Do not allow metal objects to touch the terminals. Do not carry loose with necklaces, hairpins, etc. œ Do not transform, open, or modify. œ Do not put in water or any liqu
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY (CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA) General precautions for the batteries œ Use the alkaline batteries or other specified batteries with this digital camera. Manganese batteries cannot be used, since they have a short battery life and may overheat, causing damage to the digital camera. œ Do not use alkaline batteries together with Ni-Cd batteries, or batteries of different types or different brands at the same time. œ Make sure not to reverse the polari
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CAUTION B Cautions when carrying the digital camera œ Do not walk around holding the digital camera by the hand-strap. It may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold the digital camera in your hand or place it in a pocket. œ Be careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to strong shocks. œ Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera lens, since that may damage the internal parts. When not using the digital camera, be sure to always turn off the digi
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY Concerning the Accessories CAUTION B Cautions concerning the use of the AC adaptor œ Use only the separately sold AC adaptor (model VAR-G5EX for the VPC-R1EX, model VAR-G5E for the VPC-R1E and model VAR-G5U for the VPC-R1) with your digital camera. Do not use an AC adaptor other than the one indicted here, designed for specific use with your digital camera. œ If an AC adaptor other than the specified one is used, it may damage the digital camera a
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B Cautions when cleaning the digital camera œ Do not use benzene or thinner products to clean the digital camera. Doing so may cause deformation, discoloration, or peeling of paint. When using a chemically treated cloth, carefully read its instructions and warnings. œ Do not spray insecticides or volatile sprays on the digital camera. Do not leave rubber or vinyl objects against the digital camera for a long period. They may cause deformation, discoloration, or peeling of paint. Cleaning procedu
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B Cautions concerning condensation œ Using the digital camera with condensation inside it may damage the digital camera. Be careful of condensation under the following conditions: œ When moving the digital camera suddenly from a cold place to a warm place. œ When the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater is turned on to quickly heat the room. œ When the digital camera is placed in the path of cool air from an air conditioner. œ When the digital camera is placed in a loca
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B Cautions when handling the CompactFlash œ The CompactFlash card is a precision device. Do not bend, drop, or subject it to strong forces or shocks. œ Avoid using or storing the CompactFlash card in places with extremely high or low temperatures, subject to direct sunlight, in a completely closed vehicle, near air conditioners or heaters, or in humid or dusty locations. œ Avoid using or storing the CompactFlash card in locations where strong static electrical charges or electrical noise can be
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CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES œ Hand-strap œ 4 alkaline batteries œ Dedicated USB interface œ Software: CD-ROM cable (Sanyo Software Pack) USING THE HAND-STRAP Attach the supplied hand-strap to the digital camera to aid in carrying. Bend the looped end to slip it through the strap holder. Other separately sold devices œ AC adaptor (Model: VAR-G5EX/E/U) AC adaptor for use with your digital camera œ CompactFlash (Model: KA-DSM-C32G) 32 MB capacity CompactFlash memory card 13 English
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PART NAMES Front 1 Shutter release button 2 Viewfinder 3 Flash 4 USB terminal For connecting to a computer with the supplied USB interface cable. 5 Self-timer indicator 6 Lens 7 DC IN terminal (for external DC power input) For connecting the VAR-G5EX/E/U AC Adapter (sold separately). 8 Macro switch 9 Lens cover Rear 1 [MODE] button 2 Main switch 3 Viewfinder 4 Standby indicator 5 Card slot cover 6 Strap holder 7 Battery compartment cover 8 LCD monitor 9 [SET] button F Arrow button œ During use,
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES Use the four alkaline batteries. To use other batteries, please see “To use other batteries” on page 16, and choose batteries suitable for use with this camera. 1 Set the main switch to [MONITOR OFF] or [Õ]. 2 Close the lens cover. 3 Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera. œ Slide the cover out, then open it. 4 Insert the batteries. œ Make sure the polarity (+ and –) of the batteries is as indicated. 5 Close the battery compartment cover. œ Slide
