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1. 1280X720 60fps VGA 4 3 640X480 30fps Audio file format AAC Battery 1100mAh Li ion built in 120 minute battery life time based on 720P recording PC interface Mini USB 2 0 port System support TV out Power rating Weight Dimensions WxH xD Windows XP Vista Windows 7 Mac mass storage only NTSC PAL selectable Mini HDMI type C DC 5V 500mA 0 06kg 54 x 110 x 21 5 mm EN 15 Frequently asked questions FAQ Why is there no response when use the camcorder e The camcorder is in power off mode Turn on the camcorder see Get started gt Turn on e The built in battery may be drained Charge the battery see Get started gt Charge the built in battery Why is Memory full displayed when try to record e Ensure that the Micro SD card has been inserted correctly see Get started gt Load the Micro SD card e The memory is used up Save your video pictures to a computer see Use more of your camcorder gt Transfer video pictures to a PC Mac Then delete files from your camcorder or clear the memory How much memory is needed for 1 hour of Full HD recording e The CAM300 uses 4GB on average for 1 hour of Full HD video For a more complex video recording e g with lots of motions in the video or a lot of panning the CAM300 will use more memory This is done to maintain the video quality but will increase2. and human health Note e The safety logo and power rating information are located at the USB arm of the camcorder Always bring your product to a professional to remove the built in battery 2 Your camcorder Introduction With this portable camcorder you can e take full HD 1080P or VGA movies e take pictures e play recorded movies or pictures either directly or on the large screen of a connected TV e upload the recorded movies or pictures to the Internet directly via your PC Mac What s in the box Make sure that the following items are packed in the box e Camcorder e Quick start guide e Pouch e Hand strap EN 5 Functional overview OM O 05 69 OO 2OO0000 Built in microphones Built in speaker Lens Flashlight Swivel touch screen USB connector Sr e _ Eject the USB connector Tripod socket Hand strap hole EN HDMI e Connect to a TV through an HDMI cable with a mini HDMI connector type 11 RESET e Restore default settings 2 MICRO SD e Load a Micro SD card 43 e Turn on off the camcorder Mode switch button e Switch between picture and video recording modes 45 Shutter button e In viewfinder mode take a picture or start stop video recording In play mode switch to viewfinder mode T W e In viewfinder mode zoom in out During video play change the volume Engli
3. the HDMI connection Please use a small prying object like a pen to insert and press gently for resetting After you have reset the camcorder please turn on the camcorder again and set up will start again Why does the camcorder sometimes not record the right color e To record both indoors and outdoors and not having to change any settings the camcorder has an automatic white balance correction This enables you to record both indoors and outdoors where the amount of light in the environment changes If you move fast from outdoors to indoors the camcorder might need some time to correct that and in extreme cases the colors might seem a bit unnatural However after a few seconds this will be corrected automatically by the camcorder How do connect it to a Windows PC laptop e Connect the camcorder to your PC laptop via USB The USB pop out connector is strong enough to support the camcorder when it is plugged into the PC s USB port For easy sharing and editing install the software program Media Impression HD that comes with the camcorder How do connect it to a Mac e The camcorder works with the Mac via USB The USB pop out connector is strong enough to support the camcorder when it is plugged into the USB port The camcorder works great with the iMovie software which is part of the iLife package that comes with your Mac To transfer videos using iMovie simply connect the camcorder to your Mac via USB lau
4. Register your product and get support at www philips com welcome CAM300 WE EN User manual PHILIPS Contents 1 Important Safety Notice Your camcorder Introduction What s in the box Functional overview Get started Load the Micro SD card Turn on First time setup Charge the built in battery Use your camcorder Record video Take pictures Play Adjust settings Use more of your camcorder View video or pictures on TV Install and use the camcorder software Technical specifications Frequently asked questions FAQ A A A ON UI UI UI O oo OO 10 10 10 12 13 13 13 15 16 EN English 1 Important Safety 1 Read these instructions Keep these instructions G Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth T Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat O Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has b
5. detection 5 Use more of your camcorder View video or pictures on TV HDMI IN 1 Connect an HDMI cable not supplied to e the HDMI socket on the camcorder requiring a mini HDMI connector e the HDMI input socket on an HDTV e An inquiry box for output mode selection is displayed 2 To output the exact camcorder display with menu options to the TV screen tap TV on the swivel touch screen e To output the camcorder display without menu options to the TV screen tap Live CAM on the swivel touch screen 3 On the camcorder select a file and start play Install and use the camcorder software With the software ArcSoft Medialmpression HD Edition available in the internal memory of the camcorder you can import edit archive or upload your pictures videos to the Internet easily Note e The software supplied only works on PCs that operate Microsoft Windows XP Vista and Windows 7 e When you connect the camcorder to a Mac use the iMovie software to import and edit your pictures videos directly Install the camcorder software 1 Connect the camcorder to a PC see Get started gt Charge the built in battery 2 Ifthe software does not install automatically find and click the Setup icon at My Computer CAM300 3 Follow the on screen instructions to finish installation of the software Install and use the camcorder software 1 on your PC click Start All Pr
6. een exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 41 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing O Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus e g liquid filled objects lighted candles Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Notice C This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community ab Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused A When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means that the product is covered by the European Directive 2002 96 EC Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste Correct disposal of your old product helps to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health zd Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006 66 EC which cannot be disposed with normal household waste Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries because correct disposal helps to prevent negative consequences for the environmental
7. eeping it simple to use and fuss free It is made of robust material that doesn t scratch under normal usage A travel pouch and a lens cloth are provided allowing you to keep the camcorder clean What format does the camcorder record in e The camcorder uses the same video format as Blu ray players and discs H 264 This highly sophisticated format delivers superb HD picture quality What does pre record mean that is in the setting e The pre record button is designed to let you never miss a moment When you enable the pre record function the camcorder will record video 3 seconds before you have pressed the record button So when you play back the recorded film you will automatically see the first 3 seconds before you have pressed the record button This can be useful when filming unexpected moments The pre record function will not drain battery life it will operate as normal EN 17 Some video files cannot be edited Why is that Video files recorded with dual recording cannot be edited To edit video files on the camcorder set Dual recording to Off before you record video see Use your camcorder gt Adjust settings Tips on video making You can easily look back on fun moments and relive them with the camcorder To enjoy these memories to the fullest here are some simple video tips EN When capturing videos hold your camcorder steady in your hand Don t move too fast when panning
8. i e moving the camera horizontally as it will be hard to follow what is captured when you review the video Try shooting from different angles for example from the side from the front or even from below You can easily join the different video segments together with the PC software included PHILIPS 2011 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V All rights reserved CAM300_00_UM_V1 0
9. nch iMovie and start importing by clicking the camcorder icon Select Use original quality to ensure the best quality and to maintain file sizes at an optimum Can connect the camcorder directly to TV DVD Blu ray player or Home Cinema set via their USB port e The USB plug is designed to share your videos pictures to your PC or Laptop You can plug the CAM300 directly into your TV DVD Blu ray player or Home cinema set called the host from this point on and it will play the pictures that are stored on the CAM300 To play the videos from the CAM300 it depends if your host supports the file format H 264 of the CAM300 Most Blu ray enabled players are able to play this format What is Advanced Anti shake e Advanced anti shake lets you take great videos that you will always be proud to share Steady and undistorted videos are ensured by gyro sensors that are armed with advanced algorithms The sensors take measurements of the distance between the ground and the camera lens and make the necessary corrections whenever the camcorder wobbles This advanced technology gives you blur free pictures every time letting you capture the best moments in life in amazing videos How do play my videos on TV e To play back on TV please use an HDMI connector mini HDMI to standard HDMI if your TV accepts HDMI input or use the video out cable provided Why is there no lens cover e The camcorder comes without a lens cover k
10. ograms ArcSoft Medialmpression HD Edition Ly The main screen of the software is displayed PHILIPS 2 Click an option to select the corresponding operation 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the operation EN 13 Transfer video pictures to a PC Mac 1 Connect the camcorder to a PC Mac see Get started gt Charge the built in battery L gt t may take some time for the PC Mac to recognize the camcorder 2 Find your video pictures at My Computer CAM300 DCIM 100MEDIA or My Computer CAM300 SD DCIM 100MEDIA 3 Copy any video pictures you want to your designated folder in the PC Mac Tip e You can also import the video picture files with the camcorder software for PC or iMovie for Mac 14 EN 6 Technical specifications Product information is subject to change without prior notice 1 3 2 BMP CMOS sensor Operation modes Movie record picture Image sensor record Lens focusing Auto focus f 4 6mm Focus mode Auto focus Focus range 0 1m to Infinity Aperture F2 8 Digital zoom 5X Exposure control Auto Exposure 2 0 2 0EV compensation White balance Auto Auto power off 3 minutes Memory 64MB 512Mbit DDR2 128MB SLC 96MB for AP Micro SD card Slot Shutter type Electronic Shutter speed 1 2 1 4000 second Picture file format JPEG Video MP4 H 264 compression format Video resolution Full HD 1080p 30 1920 X1080 30fps Sports HD 720p 60
11. re box to tag the file L gt A check mark is displayed in the square box L To untag the file tap again 3 Repeat steps 1 to 2 to tag more files Play tagged files 1 During preview tap sas again L gt A tag operation menu is displayed 2 Tap an option to highlight it then tap Yes for confirmation Menu option Description Play all Play all files Play tagged Play tagged files only Quick impression Play excerpts of tagged files Clear all tags Untag all files Trim a video clip Only video files not recorded with Dual recording can be edited trimmed on the camcorder 1 n play mode swipe to the left right on the swivel touch screen to select a recorded video clip 2 Tap to enter the trim window L gt A bar for video trimming is displayed at the top of the window Tap the left ruler and move to the right to set the starting point you want Tap the right ruler and move to the left to set the starting point you want Tap Preview to preview the edited video clip After confirmation tap Save to save the edited video clip as a new file O U A W EN 11 Zoom in a picture 1 2 3 In play mode swipe to the left right on the swivel touch screen to select a picture Press T to zoom in the picture Tap the screen to pan through the enlarged picture e To return to normal view press W Adjust volume level during video play During video play pre
12. recorded media is played automatically 2 Swipe to the left rights to select a picture or video clip for play 3 Ifthe selected file is a video clip tap in the middle of the screen to start play e To pause play tap any place of the swivel touch screen Preview e In play mode tap sas L gt The thumbnails of 9 files are displayed on each page L gt To select a file tap the file directly L gt Tap lt P to view the previous next page Delete a file 1 n play mode swipe to the left right on the swivel touch screen to to select a file 2 Tap B to enter the window for deletion confirmation 3 Tap Yes to confirm the deletion operation L gt Deleted is displayed briefly L gt To exit the operation tap No You can also delete files in batches 1 During preview tap L gt A small square box is displayed at the bottom right corner of each file 2 Tap a square box to select the file L gt A check mark is displayed in the square box Repeat step 2 to select more files A Ww Tap Confirm to confirm deletion of all the selected files Tag a file 1 Tap the left ruler and move to the right to set the starting point you want 2 Tap to tag the file e To untag the file tap again 3 Repeat steps 1 to 2 to tag more files You can also tag files during preview 1 During preview tap L gt A small square box is displayed at the bottom right corner of each file 2 Tap a squa
13. sh EN 7 3 Get started Load the Micro SD card Sali hal 1 Flap open the protective cover on the Micro SD card socket 2 Insert a Micro SD card not supplied into the socket e Make sure that the the Micro SD card is not write protected e Make sure that the metal contact of the card faces down 3 Close the protective cover securely Turn on e Flip open the swivel touch screen L gt For first time users a menu for OSD language selection is displayed See Get started First time setup Tip e To save energy the camcorder turns off automatically after being idle for 3 minutes To turn on the camcorder again press To turn off the camcorder e Press and hold e Or close the swivel touch screen e The backlight on the swivel touch screen turns off First time setup When you turn on the camcorder for the first time a menu for OSD language selection is displayed 1 On the swivel touch screen tap A Wto select a language 2 Tap OK to confirm L gt A welcome message is displayed briefly L gt An inquiry box for date and time setting is displayed 3 Tap Yes to confirm L gt A date setting menu is displayed Tap A W to set the day month and year successively Tap OK to confirm the date setting L gt A time setting menu is displayed Tap A W to set the hour and minute successively Tap OK to confirm the time setting L gt The firs
14. ss T W Adjust settings 1 No Ui B amp B GW 12 In viewfinder mode tap B to show the system setting menu Tap Settings to enter the settings sub menu Tap amp W to find an item Tap the item to show the options available Tap the option you prefer Tap OK to confirm the selection Tap x to hide the system setting menu EN Settings menu Description option Flash Resolution Photo Size Scene Dual recording Date Time Autoplay Capture sound Language Stabilizer Pre record Format SD card TV system F S Detect Select a flashlight mode On Off or Auto Select a video resolution Full HD for best video quality Sports HD for filming of fast moving objects or Standard for reduced video file size Select the size of the photos to be saved the higher the photo size the higher the resolution Select an automatic exposure mode that matches your shot for easy shooting Record full HD and compressed QVGA videos at the same time Set the date Set the time Start automatic play when the camcorder is connected to a PC Turn on off the capture sound Select your desired menu language Improve blurry images caused by camera shake Enable disable 3 second pre record mode Clear contents from the micro SD card Change this setting if the output video does not appear correctly on your TV Enable disable face smile
15. t time setup is complete N OA UW A L gt The camcorder enters viewfinder mode Ea e See Use your camcorder Adjust settings for more settings Select a scene 1 In viewfinder mode tap B to show the system setting menu Tap Scene to enter scene setting Tap lt P to select a scene you like Tap OK to confirm the setting A WN Select a special effect In viewfinder mode tap B to show the system setting menu Tap Effects to enter scene setting Tap lt P to select a special effect you like Tap OK to confirm the setting AWN harge th ilt in r C a ge the bu t batte y 3 Wait until the status indicator stops flashing and turns to green steadily Note L gt The built in battery is fully charged e The USB connector of the camcorder is primarily intended for charging and mass storage purposes EA Tip e You can also connect the USB connector of the camcorder to another device for example a TV e The camcorder is fully charged for first time use DVD Blu ray player or Home cinema set for media e It takes about 3 5 hours to fully charge the built in play In this case make sure that the device supports the battery via the PC H 264 file format e Not all devices that support H 264 file format can play media files in the camcorder through direct USB You can also charge the camcorder via a USB PUES adaptor not supplied connected to mains power The charge
16. the usage of memory Why do I have no access to folders on the camcorder from my computer e Ensure that the USB connection is correct e The camcorder turns off automatically 15 minutes after it is connected to a computer You can press H to turn it on again Why do my video pictures look blurry e Hold the camcorder steady in your hands during shooting e During video capture do not move the camcorder too fast e Use a tripod not supplied if necessary Why do my video pictures look distorted on a TV screen Select the correct TV system How do charge the camcorder e You can charge the camcorder via the USB pop out connector When you connect it to your PC laptop it will automatically charge You can also plug the camcorder via the pop out USB into a USB charger How long do have to charge the camcorder e The camcorder is fully charged for first usage The camcorder charge time when connected to your PC laptop is 3 5 hours When you charge it via USB adaptor the charge time is 2 hours Where can find an adaptor for CAM 300 to charge the battery e CAM300 can be charged via regular USB adaptors which are readily available in electronic stores The CAM300 is compliant to the iPhone 4 adapter Camcorder stopped responding e In the unlikely event that your camcorder stops responding you can manually reset it The reset button is located under the HDMI cover There you see a small opening above
17. time is about 2 hours 1 Press at the bottom of the camcorder to eject the USB connector 2 Connect the USB connector to a USB socket on a PC Ls The status indicator on the shutter button starts flashing in orange EN 9 4 Use your camcorder Record video 1 Adjust the swivel touch screen to an appropriate position 2 Switch the mode switch button to di L gt The selected resolution and remaining recording time are displayed on the swivel touch screen 3 Hold the camcorder steadily and aim the lens as needed 4 Press the shutter button to start recording L gt A red time indicator is displayed on the display panel L gt The status indicator on the shutter button starts flashing in red Press T W to zoom in out if necessary ON UI Press the shutter button again to end recording L gt Recording saved is displayed briefly 10 EN Take pictures 1 Switch the mode switch button to L gt The file size and remaining number of pictures that can be taken are displayed on the swivel touch screen Hold the camcorder steadily and aim the lens as needed Press T W to zoom in out if necessary Press the shutter button down halfway to adjust the focus mm AW N Press the shutter button down completely to take a picture L gt Picture saved is displayed briefly Play 1 In viewfinder mode tap B on the swivel touch screen to enter play mode L gt The last
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