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VP-DX200( i )
VP-DX205( i )
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key features of your DVD camcorder 8cm DVD Disc Camcorder DVD-VIDEO recording with 8cm DVD-RW/-R/-R DL (Dual Layer) discs. This compatibility with a variety of disc types allows the ease-of-use and simplicity found in DVD media. DVD Format Video Recording The DVD recording format in MPEG2 (SD) delivers digital picture and sound quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of these DVDs couldn’t be simpler (depending upon the playback device used). After finalising the disc in th
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One Touch Finalise With this camcorder, finalising a disc is at your fingertips. Simply press the FINALIZE button on the camcorder. This will simplify the procedure to allow your disc to be playable on other digital devices. Face Detection AF STBY 0:00:59[30 Min] Your camcorder detects a subject’s face and automatically adjusts the brightness and image quality to the optimized conditions. Record faces more vividly. Flexible Recording to DVD Disc or Memory Card (VP-DX205(i)/ DX2050/DX210(i) on
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key features of your DVD camcorder Viewing Images Recorded to a Memory Card on a Computer (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) only) You can view your recordings on a computer by connecting the camcorder and computer with the USB cable. On a Windows computer, you can apply simple and exciting features of the playback application, CyberLink MediaShow4, to your recordings. Voice Plus You can narrate over a pre-recorded video by connecting the camcorder to a TV. Skillful combination of your voice and
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safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean: Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: CAUTION Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder. These warning signs are here to prevent injury to y
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important information on use BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This camcorder records video in MPEG2 format in the DISC Record mode, H.264 format in the Card Video Record mode (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) only) and at Standard Resolution (SD-VIDEO). • Please note that this DVD camcorder is not compatible with other digital video. • Before recording important video, make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. • The recorded con
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• Illustrations of model VP-DX205(i) are used in this user manual. • The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen. • Designs and specifications of the camcorder and other accessories are subject to change without any notice. • The following terms are used in this manual: - ‘Scene’ refers to one video unit from the point you press Record Start/Stop button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording. - The terms ‘photo’ and ‘s
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SAND precautions when using The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damage. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Prohibited action. Do not touch the product. Unplug from the power supply. Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. CAUTION Do not disassemble the This precaution must be kept. Means that there is a product. potential risk for personal injury or material damage. WARNING Using the camcorder at the Do not allow water or
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Do not use the AC adaptor if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. Do not connect the AC adaptor unless Do not use the AC adapter if it has Doing so may cause fire or electric the plug can be fully inserted with no Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire damaged, split or broken cords or Do not connect the AC adapter unless wires. Doing so may cause fire or the plug can be fully inserted with no electric shock. shock. part of the blades exposed. as it may explode. part of the bl
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precautions when using CAUTION Do not press the surface of the LCD with Do not drop or expose the camcorder, force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. If battery pack, AC adaptor or other Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not you push the LCD surface, unevenness in accessories to severe vibrations or impact. supplied) in a place where it is subject to display may occur. This may cause a malfunction or injury. severe vibrations or impact. Do not use the camcorder near direct Do not
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Do not expose the camcorder to sudden changed in temperature or a humid place. Do not wipe the camcorder body with There is also a risk of defect or electric shock Do not place the camcorder with the open benzene or thinner. The exterior coating could when using outdoors during lightning storms. LCD screen down. peel off or the case surface could deteriorate. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. The viewfinder Do not use the camcorder near TV or When not using the ca
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contents GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVD DISC MODE: EDITING VIDEO 48 CAMCORDER 14 Deleting images 48 Dividing a file 49 What is included with your DVD camcorder 14 Playlist 51 Parts identification 15 DISC MODE: DISC MANAGEMENT 55 PREPARATION 18 Disc finalise 55 Remote control (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) only) 18 Playing back finalised disc directly 56 Installing the button-type battery Disc unfinalise 57 (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) only) 19 Disc format 58 Holding the DVD camcorder 19 Disc informati
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Installing CyberLink MediaShow4 CARD MODE: FILE MANAGEMENT (For Windows only) 109 (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) ONLY) 68 Connecting the USB cable 111 Protection from accidental erasure 68 Viewing the contents of storage media 112 Deleting images 69 Transferring videos(or photos) to your computer 114 Playing back your recordings on Windows 114 USING THE MENU ITEMS 70 Handling menus 70 USING WITH MACINTOSH COMPUTER Menu items 72 (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) ONLY) 116 Recording menu items 74 Sys
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quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. RECORDING VIDEOS ONTO A DVD DISC YOU CAN RECORD VIDEOS ONTO A DVD DISC. Videos on a disc are recorded in MPEG2 format that is suitable for viewing on the most DVD players or computers. Now, enjoy with your camcorder! STEP1: Selecting a suitable DVD disc Your camcorder uses only the following three types of 8cm mini DVD discs; DVD-R, DVD-R DL, and
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SELECT A DISC THAT BEST SUITS YOUR NEEDS. Do you want to delete or edit videos on the DVD camcorder? YES NO Do you want to reuse the disc after formatting? YES NO When recording for a long time DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R DL DVD-R VR VIDEO Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder. Photos cannot be recorded onto a DVD disc. English _05
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quick start guide STEP2: Recording videos onto a disc ( ) BEFORE RECORDING ���� � ��� EASY Insert a disc page 38 Turn on the camcorder Set the Storage mode to page 26 DISC (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/ DX210(i) only) page 26 TO RECORD VIDEOS 1. Press the MODE button to select the Record ( ) mode. 2. Aim the camcorder at the subject. - Check the Lens open/close switch is open ( ). 3. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to record. - While recording, the elapsed recording time and [ ] are disp
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STEP3: Playing back videos on a disc ( ) 1. Press the MODE button to select Play ( ) mode. 2. Set the desired play mode. • Press the MENU button. Move the Joystick up or down to select EASY “Play Mode” “Video” or “Playlist,” and then press the Joystick. • The thumbnail index view of the selected play mode appears. 3. Use the Joystick to select the desired video clip, and then press the Joystick. 006 6/12 - You can adjust the audio volume with the zoom(W/T) lever. Playlist Move Play STEP4:
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quick start guide FEATURES OF A FINALISED DISC BY THE DISC TYPE -R Like commercially sold DVD, Recordings cannot be added this disc can be played back even if there is free space left. in most DVD devices after (DL) -R finalising. -RW Videos can be added after VIDEO unfinalising. -RW The disc can be played back VR on a device compatible with a DVD-RW in VR mode. VIEWING ON A DVD PLAYER VIEWING ON A COMPUTER VIEWING ON A TV WITH A DVD DRIVE 1. Turn on your DVD player. 1. Connect the camc
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RECORDING VIDEOS OR PHOTOS ONTO A MEMORY CARD (VP-DX205(i)/DX2050/DX210(i) ONLY) YOU CAN RECORD VIDEOS OR PHOTOS ONTO A MEMORY CARD. Videos on a memory card are recorded in H.264 format that is convenient to e-mail and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos onto a memory card. MEDIA FOR YOUR CAMCORDER You can select a desired storage mode to record videos or photos separately. To record videos, you can select a disc or a memory card. To take photos, select the memory ca
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quick start guide STEP2: Recording videos onto a memory card ( ) BEFORE RECORDING DISC CARD EASY Turn on the camcorder Insert a memory card Set the Storage mode page 26 page 60 to CARD page 26 TO RECORD VIDEOS 1. Press the MODE button to select the Video Record ( ) Mode. 2. Aim the camcorder at the subject. - Check the Lens open/close switch is open ( ). 3. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to record. - While recording, the elapsed recording time and [ ] are displayed on the LC
