Sanyo VPC J4 User Manual

							VPC-J4EX
VPC-J4INSTRUCTION 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 7 to 23. Keep this manual in a safe place
for later reference.
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-J4EX and VPC-J4. 
Any information regarding only one of  these products will be labeled as such. 
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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 radi-
ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. 
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu-
lar 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
 Tested to Comply with FCC Standards 
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Model number: VPC-J4 
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 interfer-
ence 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 1Charge the battery pack (see page 29). 
2Install the battery pack (see page 32). 
3Install the SD Memory Card
*1 (see page 32). 
4Format the SD Memory Card (see page
134). 
NOTE 
iThis camera uses an SD Memory Card instead
of photographic film to record images. Be sure
to install the SD Memory Card before operating
the camera. A 16MB SD Memory Card is sup-
plied with this camera. A 64 MB SD Memory
Card is also available as a commercially sold
accessory.
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 1Take photos in the BASIC operation mode.*2 
hSee “CAPTURING IMAGES” on page 42. 
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PLAYBACK iSee “View the image just captured (preview
display)” on page 41. 
i See “VIEWING IMAGES” on page 68. 
* 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: Shooting in the BASIC mode  In the BASIC mode, the Scene Select function—whereby simply by select-
ing one from a short list of shooting conditions, the suitable settings are
automatically completed—is available. Also, only the necessary shooting
settings are displayed, making it easy even for the novice photographer to
enjoy using this digital camera. 
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 oper-
ation in the sections “COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS” (see page 155) and
“TROUBLESHOOTING” (see page 166). 
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CONTENTS
OUTLINE OF OPERATION  ................................................................... 1
USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY  .......... 7
CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES .................................... 24
CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE CARD .............................................. 26
„PREPARATIONPARTS NAMES  ................................................................................... 27
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  ..................................................... 29
INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK AND CARD  ...................................... 32
TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF  ....................................................... 33
OPERATION BUTTONS ...................................................................... 35
SWITCHING THE MENU MODE  ......................................................... 36
BASIC MODE
„ SHOOTING
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES (for best results)  .................................. 38
CAPTURING IMAGES  ......................................................................... 42
ABOUT THE BASIC MODE SETTING SCREEN  ................................ 47
SCENE SELECT FUNCTION  .............................................................. 51
SELF-TIMER ........................................................................................ 57
RESOLUTION SETTING  ..................................................................... 59
FOCUS RANGE SETTING (DISTANCE) ............................................. 61
FRAME RATE SETTING  ..................................................................... 63
OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 64
„PLAYBACKVIEWING IMAGES  .............................................................................. 68
ABOUT THE BASIC MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN  ............ 73
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT  ..................................................................... 74
IMAGE PROTECT MODE (PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ERASURE)  ..... 75
ERASING DATA  .................................................................................. 77
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EXPERT MODE
„ SHOOTING
ABOUT THE EXPERT MODE SHOOTING SETTING SCREENS  .......79
COMPRESSION RATE SETTING ........................................................83
ISO SENSITIVITY SETTING  ................................................................84
WHITE BALANCE SETTING  ................................................................86
FOCUS AREA SETTING  ......................................................................88
LIGHT-MEASURING MODE SETTING  ................................................89
ZOOM SETTINGS  ................................................................................90
ADDING A VOICE MEMO  ....................................................................92
ASSIST LIGHT SHOOTING  .................................................................93
EXPOSURE CORRECTION .................................................................94
FLICKER-REDUCTION SETTING (VIDEO CLIP SHOOTING ONLY)  .95
SHOOTING SETTING INFORMATION DISPLAY 
(SHOOTING INFO SCREEN)  ..........................................................96
„PLAYBACKABOUT THE EXPERT MODE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN  .........98
SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK  ....................................................................99
CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE)  ..................................................100
ROTATING AN IMAGE .......................................................................102
PRINT SETTINGS  ..............................................................................103
ADDING A VOICE MEMO (STILL IMAGES AND 
SEQUENTIAL SHOTS ONLY)  .......................................................110
EXTRACTING A STILL IMAGE FROM A VIDEO CLIP  ......................112
IMAGE INFORMATION DISPLAY (PLAYBACK INFO SCREEN)  ......113
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CONTENTS
OPTION MODE
„ CAMERA SETTING
ABOUT THE OPTION MODE SCREEN  ............................................ 114
DATE AND TIME SETTING  ............................................................... 115
OPERATION SOUNDS SETTING ..................................................... 118
GUIDANCE FUNCTIONS .................................................................. 120
LANGUAGE ....................................................................................... 121
TV SYSTEM SETTING  ...................................................................... 122
POWER SAVE SETTING  .................................................................. 123
FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION ............................................................ 125
SHOOTING WITHOUT THE LCD MONITOR  .................................... 127
LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS .......................................................... 128
RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK SOUNDS ................................. 129
RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS  ........................................... 133
FORMATTING A CARD ..................................................................... 134
CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY  .............................. 136
CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY PACK CHARGE  .............. 138
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„OTHER FUNCTIONS AND CONNECTIONSCONNECTING TO A COMPUTER .....................................................140
DIRECT-PRINT (PictBridge PRINT)  ...................................................145
CONNECTING TO A TV .....................................................................154
„APPENDICESCOMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS  ...................................................155
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................166
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................174
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USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY 
Concerning the degital 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 battery pack, and wait to
make sure no more smoke comes from the digital cam-
era. 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 digi-
tal 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 else-
where where its use may be restricted. 
WARNING
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