Sanyo VPC S4 User Manual
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VPC-S4INSTRUCTION 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 5 to 16. Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference. Important note This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-S4. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
iEnglish 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 radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 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 Model number: VPC-S4 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. Declaration of Conformity Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
Englishii iThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. FOR CANADIAN USERS Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
1English 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 1Install the batteries (see page 21). hYour camera has a 16MB internal memory that lets you store images even when no SD Memory Card is installed. In addition, images stored in the cameras internal memory can be copied to a card, and vice versa (see page 72). 2Install the SD Memory Card *1 (see page 22). 3Format the SD Memory Card (see page 91). NOTE 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. SHOOTING1Capture an image. hShoot a still image (see pages 29 and 30). hShoot a sequential shots series (see pages 29 and 32). hShoot a video clip* 2 (see pages 30 and 33). PLAYBACK (see page 57) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
English2 * 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: About video clips This digital camera does not have audio record or playback functions. Therefore, your recorded video clips will not have sound. Moreover, even if you play back video clips that do have recorded sound with this camera, no sound will be generated. Symbols used in this manualHINT Points that may prove useful when using the digital camera. NOTEPoints 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 operation in the sections “COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS” (see page 113) and “TROUBLESHOOTING” (see page 122). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
3English CONTENTS OUTLINE OF OPERATION ................................................................... 1 CONTENTS ........................................................................................... 3 USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY .......... 5 CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES .................................... 17 CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE CARD .............................................. 18 „PREPARATIONPARTS NAMES ................................................................................... 19 INSTALL THE BATTERIES AND CARD .............................................. 21 TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF ....................................................... 23 „SHOOTINGBEFORE TAKING PICTURES (for best results) .................................. 25 CAPTURING IMAGES ......................................................................... 29 OTHER SHOOTING FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 34 CHANGING THE SHOOTING SETTINGS .......................................... 40 „PLAYBACKVIEWING IMAGES .............................................................................. 57 DISPLAYING THE PLAYBACK SETTING SCREEN ........................... 62 CHANGING IMAGE SIZE (RESIZE) .................................................... 64 ROTATING AN IMAGE ........................................................................ 66 SLIDESHOW PLAYBACK ................................................................... 67 OTHER PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS ....................................................... 68 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
English4 „CAMERA SETTINGSCHANGING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ...............................................82 LCD MONITOR SETTING ....................................................................84 DATE AND TIME SETTING .................................................................86 HELP DISPLAY ....................................................................................89 LANGUAGE ..........................................................................................90 INITIALIZING THE CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL MEMORY .......91 POWER SAVE SETTING .....................................................................93 FILE NO. RESET FUNCTION ..............................................................95 RESETTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS ..............................................97 CHECKING THE REMAINING CARD MEMORY AND INTERNAL MEMORY ..............................................................98 CHECKING THE REMAINING BATTERY CHARGE ...........................99 „OTHER FUNCTIONS AND CONNECTIONSCONNECTING TO A COMPUTER .....................................................101 DIRECT-PRINT ..................................................................................104 „APPENDICESCOMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................113 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................122 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................129 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
5English USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY CONCERNING THE DIGITAL 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 batteries, and wait to make sure no more smoke comes from the digital camera. 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 digital 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 elsewhere where its use may be restricted. WARNING Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
English6 kDo not get the digital camera wet iThis digital camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to get wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock. iDo not use the digital camera in a bathroom. iIf the digital camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and remove the batteries. Then take it to a dealer for repair. Using the digital camera after it has been become wet may cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident. kDo not use during a storm iTo avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the digital camera during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used in an open field, you have an increased chance of being struck by lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will protect you from lightning. kDo not place on an unstable surface iThe digital camera may fall, resulting in damage to the digital camera or injury. iIf the digital camera has fallen and its body is damaged, turn it off, remove the batteries, and take it to the dealer for repair. Using the digital camera after its body has been damaged may cause a fire or electric shock. kDo not look through the digital camera into the sun iDo not look through the digital camera at the sun or any other strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure your eyes. kDo not use the flash close to a persons face iTo prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash near a persons face (especially young children or babies). If the flash is used close to a persons opened eyes, there is a risk that it may damage that persons eyesight. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals
7English USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY (CONCERNING THE DIGITAL CAMERA) kDo not use where there is risk of explosion iDo not use the digital camera in a location where there is explosive gas, or any other flammable material in the air. Doing so may cause a fire or an explosion. kKeep the digital camera out of the reach of children iThe following may happen if children play with the digital camera: hThey may wrap the strap around their neck and suffocate. hThey may swallow the batteries or other small parts. In such a case, consult a physician immediately. hThey may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off too close to their eyes. hThey may get hurt by the digital camera. kCautions when carrying the digital camera iDo not walk around holding the digital camera by the handstrap. It may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold the digital camera in your hand or place it in a pocket. iBe careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to strong shocks. iMake sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera lens, as that may damage the internal parts. When not using the digital camera, be sure to always turn it off and retract the lens. kIf the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period of time iFor safetys sake, remove the batteries from the camera. This will prevent any possible excess heat or leakage of battery fluid that may result in injuries or damage to nearby objects. (Note that when the batteries is removed for a long period, the time and date settings will be cleared.) WARNING CAUTION Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Sanyo Manuals