JVC GC-A55 User's Manual
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1. JVC DIGITAL CAMERA GC A55 INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing this JVC product Before beginning to operate this unit please read the instruction manual carefully in order to make sure that the best possible performance is obtained If you have any question consult your JVC dealer To HomePage of JVC J5500 117A Digitat Camera GC A55 Back Next SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment Do ensure that all electrical connections including the mains plug extension leads and inter connections between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equipment Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it is damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T le2. 5000 INFORMATION for CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 RENSEIGNEMENT Pour le CANADA Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Tos TE Digital Camera GO AS5 Back Next WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ATTENTION RISQUE D ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR ATTENTION POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITIER AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE NEST A REGLER PAR L UTILISATEUR SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons h The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTIONS About moisture condensation You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of
3. HHH sos BEE rT To set the Image quality and resolution press the RESOLUTION amp QUALITY button amp 2 until the desired setting is indicated RESOLUTION amp QUALITY button The number of images that can be stored The number of images approximate that can be stored in the memory card at the current image quality and resolution is reflected on the LCD panel Varying the image quality and resolution settings will affect the number of storable images The following shows the approximate number of storable images based on 8MB of available internal memory when the camera is first turned on as the image quality and resolution is varied Resolution Quality Icon on Status LCD Initial Estimated Storage with 8MB Memory P maaa ir SXGA 1280 1024 Fine mnm X A 16 ELL SXGA 1280 1024 Normal HHR 30 San Baan SXGA 1280 1024 Basic ttr 46 San opens u ok VGA 640 480 Fine ee 50 i 4 rT VGA 640 480 Normal 8 j 96 VGA 640 480 Basic HH 128 Notes e The number of recordable images also varies with the subject and the capacity of the memory card e The number of remaining images that can be recorded shown on the Status LCD will decrease by 1 every time you take a new shot If however the file size is too minimal the number will remain the same after the shot is taken By the same token the number will decrease by more than 1 if the file size is too large Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next VIDEO CLIP MODE This mode is used
4. ON Sounds each time the camera is operated OFF Does not sound when the camera is operated FORMAT MEDIA This function prepares the memory internal external for use by the camera When a memory card is inserted the card will be formatted In the absence of the memory card the internal memory will be formatted Caution Formatting will erase all images currently recorded in the memory card YES Formats the memory card erasing all images in the process NO Cancels the format action VIDEO MODE Sets the video output format for displaying recorded images on a TV monitor NTSC NTSC video format is used in US CANADA JAPAN etc PAL PAL video format is used in EUROPE etc USB CONFIG Sets the USB Configuration type DISK DRIVE To transfer image data to the PC The camera will be shown as a removable disk in the PC s My Computer folder PC CAMERA To use the camera as a PC Camera WebCam AUTO POWER OFF This will automatically turn off the camera after the lapse of a certain time interval set by the user during which no operation is performed 1 min Power will be turned off after 1 minute 3 min Power will be turned off after 3 minutes 5 min Power will be turned off after 5 minutes 10 min Power will be turned off after 10 minutes CANCEL Disables the Auto Power Off function Note The settings for DATE TIME USB CONFIG AUTO POWER OFF LANGUAGE SOUND
5. Press the shutter button while looking through the pressing the shutter button self timer shots viewfinder Flash is off even when the lighting condition is poor As Either use a tripod stand or use the flash exposure time is prolonged camera movement will cause the image to be off focus The subject is too near Shoot at a distance of more than 1 2m Back CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS Image Sensor Color Image Quality Image Resolution Memory File Format Recording Medium Lens Focal length Focal Range Shutter Speed Exposure Control White Balance Flash Self timer Software Language LCD monitor Connectors Weight Dimension 1 3 Megapixels CMOS 10 bit Color RGB Fine Normal Basic Full 1280 x 1024 pixels Half 640 x 480 pixels Internal 8MB External SD or multimedia Card Type 1 Slot JPEG EXIF 2 1 DPOF AVI Motion JPEG SD or Multimedia card Fixed focus 2X digital zoom 9 0mm Normal 1 2 infinity 1 15 1 2000 seconds Auto Manual 0 5 EV step 2 0 2 0 Auto Sun Shade Fluorescent Tungsten Built In Auto Fill in Flash Off Red eye reduction 10 seconds delay MGI Photo Suite IV SE and Photo Vista English French Spanish Traditional Chinese 1 5 color TFT LCD USB port Video Output NTSC PAL About 130g with battery and SD card Approx 108mm x 59mm x 36mm Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice Digital Camera GC A55
6. Then press the shutter button fully down For details see Shooting Basics 2 Using Flash The flash is designed to fire automatically when required Default setting AUTO To suit the different conditions however you can change the flash mode Press the flash button until the desired flash mode AUTO RED EYE REDUCTION FILL IN OFF is indicated by the cursor FLASH MODE button Each time you press the FLASH MODE button the flash mode changes in the following sequence AUTO RED EYE FILLIN OFF REDUCTION Procedures 1 Ensure that the camera is turned on 2 Select the Camera mode with the MODE button 3 Press the flash button until the desired flash mode AUTO RED EYE REDUCTION FILL IN OFF is indicated by the amp cursor 4 Frame your subject Then press the shutter button fully down For details see Shooting Basics AUTO Flash The flash fires automatically according to the photography conditions It is suitable for general photography Red Eye Use this mode to avoid the red eye effect when photographing people or animals in low light conditions Reduction RER Fill In Flash The flash fires regardless of the surrounding brightness It is suitable for photographing in artificial light backlighting fluorescent lighting etc Flash Off Used where the use of flash is prohibited or when utilizing the night view indoor lighting for shooting The flash can also be turned off when the distance
7. and VIDEO MODE are retained even after the camera is turned off Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next quickview G3 This feature allows you to view your images on the LCD monitor as soon as they have been taken After the preview this camera will return to the Camera mode ON Enable QUICKVIEW OFF Disable QUICKVIEW The QUICKVIEW setting will be retained even after the camera is turned off OO Te TE Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next WHITE BALANCE 3 fi As the intensity of the light changes our eyes adapt such that white objects will remain white Digital cameras can also see the white objects as being white by averaging out the light around the object You may select from the following settings AUTO Automatically adjusts the white balance TUNGSTEN Tungsten lighting FLUORESCENT Fluorescent lighting SHADE Recording for overcast shaded twilight or evening skies DAYLIGHT Outdoors on a bright day 00 Te TEA Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next EV COMPENSATION 6 When the object is too dark or too bright the camera adjusts the brightness to make the object look brighter or darker This is called EV compensation The range of the exposure compensation that the user can set is from 2 0 EV to 2 0 EV at 0 5 EV steps _ ae Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next SLIDE SHOW gt After selecting SLIDE SHOW and pressing the LCD OK button
8. memory card into the memory card slot as far as it can go with the memory card electrodes metal contacts end facing the camera 4 Close back the door firmly Removing the Memory Card 1 Turn off the camera s power by pressing the POWER button 2 Open the Battery Memory card compartment door 3 Push the memory card in as far as it can go and release The card will spring back and protrude slightly Pull it out with your fingers 4 Close back the door firmly Notes e SD and Multimedia cards are purchased separately e Pay attention to the card direction when inserting Wrong direction and forced insert can break it e When the memory card is inserted access to the camera s internal memory is not possible e Cards available in the market and those already formatted for PC and other devices may not be identified by this camera Therefore before using them it is necessary to format them first with this camera e While the power of the camera is on do not open the battery cover to replace the memory card or batteries as this may cause irrecoverable corruption of card data e The memory card is a sensitive device so it should not be subject to any shock Do not touch the metal part of the card with your hand e When the memory card is write protected it cannot be used You have to disable the write protection first Switching the Power ON OFF Press the POWER button to toggle ON OFF Status Indicator POWER button The Sta
9. to the subject is too far away for the flash to have any effect Note The red eye reduction function may have little effect if the subject is not directly facing the pre flash or main flash or when the distance between the camera and the subject is too far 3 Using Self Timer With the Self Timer 10 seconds delayed shutter function the photographer too can get into the frame when taking group pictures SELF TIMER uA button MODE button Procedure 1 Ensure that the camera is turned on 2 Select the Camera mode with the MODE button 3 To activate the self timer press the Abutton mi lt lt i A cursor will appear below the self timer icon on the Status LCD panel as shown on the right a 4 Frame your subject and press the shutter button The Self timer Indicator will start eO blinking for 10 seconds slowly in the first 7 seconds and rapidly in the remaining 3 At the end of the 10 seconds the shutter will be released e P 5 To cancel the self timer function before the shutter is released press the shutter button Note When capturing images using the self timer do stabilize your camera with eg a camera stand 4 Setting the Image Quality and Resolution Users can choose from three image quality and 2 resolution settings viz image quality setting Resolution Setting Fine Normal Basic Full Resolution Half Resolution a SXGA 1280Pixels x VGA 640Pixels x ok 1024Pixels 480Pixels
10. water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the lens of the camera when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs immediately stop using the unit and remove the battery then consult your local JVC dealer MAIN UNIT 1 For safe use please do NOT e open the camera s chassis due to high voltage inside e disassemble or modify the unit e allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the batteries while the power is on look through the viewfinder directly at the sun or extremely bright light point the lens directly into the sun This can lead to malfunctioning of the internal circuitry There is also a risk of fire or electric shock subject it to shock or excessive vibration connect any USB cable to this unit except the one provided 2 Avoid using the unit in the following places Where the camera will be subject to dust soot steam or excessive heat Where the camera will be subject to excessive shock or vibration Where the camera will be subject to extremely low under 0 C or 32 F or extremely high over 40 C or 104 F temperatures In direct sunlight In a closed car in summer Near a heater Near a television set Near appliances generating strong magnetic or elect
11. RMAT MEDIA DATE TIME VIDEO MODE LANGUAGE USB CONFIG SOUND AUTO POWER OFF LCD BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor Setting value 5 to 5 Interval 1 DATE TIME Sets the Date and Time information When a shot is taken the date and time of the shot will be recorded on the image file To set the date and time 1 Go into the SETUP menu and select the DATE TIME item 2 The screen shown below will appear on the LCD monitor DATE TIME mm dd yy 10 07 02 11 20 3 Use the LCD OK button to select the desired item and then use the amp buttons to correct the setting SELF TIMER amp button 2x button LCD OK button Press F buttons to set the DATE TIME month mm then press LCD OK button to proceed to mm dd yy set the date dd and so forth 10 07 02 11 20 4 When all settings are complete return to the MENU screen by pressing the LCD OK button Note Please be sure to correct the date and time setting after battery replacement To accurately display the date and time information on the LCD monitor you may need to correct the setting each time you turn on the camera LANGUAGE Sets the display language on the LCD monitor ENGLISH Sets English as the OSD language Fran ais Sets French as the OSD language Espanol Sets Spanish as the OSD language ZAA Sets Traditional Chinese as the OSD language SOUND Enables or disables the sound function
12. Removable Disk A new window with a DCIM folder icon opens E Removable Disk D File Edt Miew Go Favorites Help e pu alg Back Forward Up Cut Copy Address E D4 E My Computer x If this icon is not displayed your camera has not been properly connected to the computer In this case go to Connecting the Camera to Your Computer and repeat the procedures 3 Double click on the DCIM folder icon A new window with a JVCGC folder icon opens represents a random 3 digit number Your recorded images will be in this folder File Edit View Go Favontes Help eua amp Forward Up Cut Copy E My Computer 4 You can then copy the whole folder or specific files in the folder double click on the icon to reveal the files into your computefs hard drive or any other storage media available in your PC system Just select the folder or files and use the usual cut and paste functions available in the Edit menu 100j cgc File Edt View Go Favortes Help gt fa amp Forward Up Cut Copy JO SDCIMMOON CGC 100jvcgc DSC 0001 jpa BI My Computer 2 Notes e While the camera is connected to your computer the camera will not allow you to capture images You will also not be able to view the images on the camera s LCD monitor e Please refer to your computers instruction manual to ascertain the procedures for copying and shifting of files Using the Camera as a USB PC Camera This c
13. a screen where the user can set the delay time with the amp W buttons appears Thereafter pressing the LCD OK button again will start the slide show Images hitherto captured will be displayed in sequence at intervals of the user set delay time 1 3 5 7 9 sec The delay time setting will be retained even after the camera is turned off 9O Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next ERASE gt There are two ways to erase still images video clips 1 ERASE ONE This will allow you to delete one image video clip at a time Use the d W buttons to choose the desired still image video clip to be erased A confirmation message ERASE CURRENT will appear on the LCD monitor Pressing the LCD OK button will cause the selected still image video clip to be erased from memory To abort this action press the MENU button ERASE ONE ERASE CURRENT ERASE ALL 0002 2 ERASE ALL This will allow you to delete ALL recorded still images video clips in the memory at once Use the d W buttons to choose the YES or NO option and then press the LCD OK button to confirm ERASE ALL ERASE ONE YES ERASE ALL NO NO is set by default Notes If no still image video clip is stored in the memory a message NO IMAGE appears on the LCD monitor Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next COPY TO CARD gt This function allows you to copy all captured still images video
14. amera can also act as a video camera for your PC allowing you to hold videoconferences over the internet or corporate intranet Before you start you will have to install the WebCam Driver into your computer regardless of your PCs OS version Win98 98SE ME 2000 XP To install the Web Cam Driver 1 Place the supplied CD ROM into the CD ROM drive 2 A SETUP MENU screen will appear on the PC monitor as shown below Click on Webcam Camera Install Digital Camera GC ASS JVC SETUP MENU Click 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation 4 Reboot your computer Using your camera as a USB PC camera with Microsoft Netmeeting or Windows Messenger Make sure you have installed the WebCam Driver and that the USB Config item in the SETUP MENU is set to PC CAMERA Make sure that your camera is turned off Then connect the USB cable to the camera and your computers USB port Put the camera on your table or on the top of your computer monitor Press the POWER button to turn on the camera Launch the PC Camera Application software Microsoft Netmeeting Windows Messenger and follow the instructions displayed on the computer monitor Start video conferencing 7 After the video conference be sure to switch off the computer first before disconnecting the camera from it eS eS a Notes e The PC camera Application software is not included in the CD ROM Use a commercially available vi
15. ave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety It is illegal to watch television when driving DON T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or on soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws To ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with the fixing screws supplied according to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case This could result in a fatal electrical shock NEVER guess or make changes with electrical equipment of any kind It is better to be safe than sorry OO Vam al Digital Camera GO A55 Back Next FCC INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two co
16. been saved in memory When you are unable to Format or Delete Possible Cause The card is write protected When photographs turn out too bright Possible Cause The flash was set at FILL IN flash mode The subject was too bright When photographs turn out too dark Possible Cause The flash was obstructed by fingers or other objects The subject was too far from the camera for the flash to be effective The subject was either too small or too light reflective When the color of the Images appear odd Possible Cause Artificial lighting condition No white area on the subject White Balance setting incorrect When parts of the images are missing Possible Cause The lens is partially covered by fingers or the strap Shooting distance too close When the image is out of focus Digital Camera GC A55 Rectifications Press the POWER button to turn the camera on Press the POWER button to turn the camera on Rearrange the batteries in the correct position Replace batteries Warm up the batteries to some extent by for example rubbing them against a soft surface before use Detach the camera from the PC after image data download Dry the camera before turning on the power Rectifications You may use the FILL IN flash mode Set camera to Camera mode Rectifications Use your hand to cover the monitor from sunlight Alternatively use the viewfinder Press the LCD OK button to activate the monitor Rectification
17. clips from the internal memory to the external memory card 5 Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next DPOF Digital Print Order Format gt DPOF enables you to print the images directly from DPOF compatible printers by simply inserting the memory card into the printer and doing the necessary settings PRINT QUANTITY Set the print quantity 1 10 PRINT SIZE Select the image print size standard 3x5 4x6 5x7 8x10 PRINT QUANTITY PRINT SIZE PRINT INDEX If you select ON and confirm by pressing the LCD OK button you can print a photo with index PRINT INDEX and the return to the DPOF menu If OFF is selected and confirmed the camera will return to PRINT ENABLE the DPOF menu PRINT ENABLE If you select ENABLE and confirm by pressing the LCD OK button the camera will save the DPOF settings and return to the PLAY menu If DISABLE is selected and confirmed all settings will be erased The DPOF settings are retained even after the camera is turned off Digital Camera GO A55 Back Next Viewing Images on a TV Monitor Television monitors can be used for image replay Procedures 1 Connect the TV to your digital camera Connect one end of the video cable Sub mini plug to the VIDEO OUT terminal of the digital camera and the other end of the cable PIN plug to the VIDEO IN port of the television INVOEG 2 Turn on the camera and the TV 3 Select th
18. d to connect the camera to the PC Installation Procedures 1 Place the supplied CD ROM into the CD ROM drive 2 A SETUP MENU screen will appear on the PC monitor as shown below Click on USB Mass Storage Driver install for Windows 98 98SE Digital Camera GC ASS JVC SETUP MENU Click 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation 4 Reboot your computer Once you have installed the appropriate Camera Driver you are now ready to connect the camera to the PC for download Ensure that the Procedures Turn off the camera Open the Terminal door Plug the smaller connector of the USB cable into your camera s USB port Plug the other end of the USB cable to your computer s USB port Turn on the camera Your computer will recognize the camera as a newfound hardware Setup for this new hardware will proceed automatically When complete your camera will be indicated as a Removable disk in your computers My computer folder m a ae od a Hy Computer OR x File Edit View Go Favontes Help e gt Yo E Fack Forward Cut Copy Printers Control Panel Dial Up Scheduled Networking Tasks Web Folders E My Computer Note When the connection is done a PC indicator appears on the camera s LCD panel Downloading Pictures 1 Click on the My Computer icon on your PC screen You will then see a drive icon labeled Removable disk 2 Double click on
19. deoconferencing software such as the above mentioned Microsoft Netmeeting or Windows Messenger For more information about video conferencing software please refer to the respective software s help functions e To videoconference over the Internet or LAN you would also need networking devices such as modems speakers and microphones e The other party you wish to videoconference with must also have Microsoft Netmeeting Windows Messenger running in order to start the videoconference Back Next When the camera does not work Possible cause Power unintentionally cut off Power cut off due to camera s Automatic Power Off feature Battery direction is wrong The batteries are weak Battery performance deterioration due to low temperature Camera is connected to PC When connected to PC the camera will not be able to shoot Condensation inside camera When the flash does not work Possible cause The object is bright enough Camera is set at the Video Clip or Play mode When the LCD Monitor does not show well Possible Cause The camera is held under bright sunlight The LCD monitor is not activated When you are unable to shoot Possible Cause Power is low or off Flash re charge after shooting is not yet complete Internal or card memory full The card is write protected When you are unable to replay the images Possible Cause Power is low or off Camera is set to the wrong mode The pictures have not
20. e appropriate VIDEO MODE setting NTSC PAL from the SETUP MENU according to the TV standard you are using 4 Replay the recorded images the same way as you would replay them on the LCD monitor Note The VIDEO OUT function is highly power consumptive Hence batteries may be depleted sooner than normal Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next TRANSFERRING IMAGE DATA TO THE COMPUTER Before image data transfer you need to connect the camera to your computer with the supplied USB cable and install the camera drivers included in the supplied CD ROM Batteries in the camera are necessary even though power is supplied through the USB cable System Requirements Before installing the Camera Driver and Application software make sure your system meets the following system requirements Windows 98 98SE Me 2000 XP Pre installed Model Pentium Processor 166 MHz or higher Free USB Port Minimum RAM 32 MB Windows XP 128 MB Color monitor 800 x 600 or better CD ROM drive 80 MB available hard disk space Notes Please connect the camera directly to the PC Camera performance is not guaranteed in the case that the camera is connected to the PC viaa USB Hub Connecting the Camera to Your Computer For Win98 98SE users it is necessary to install the Mass Storage Driver contained in the supplied CD ROM before connecting the camera to the PC for image data download For Win ME 2000 XP users however this is not necessary Procee
21. e at your nearest authorized dealer Digital Camera X 1 CD ROM with Driver Application amp Instructions X 1 USB Cable X 1 Video Cable X1 Hand Strap X 1 Alkaline Battery AA Size X 2 Pouch X 1 Quick Start Guide X 1 Caution Sheet X 1 Notes e Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries e Other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners Ss Digital Camera GO AS5 Back Next SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS PC e Microsoft Windows 98 98SE Me 2000 XP Pre installed Model e Intel Pentium Processor 166 MHz or higher e Free USB Port e Minimum RAM 32 MB Windows XP 128 MB e 250 MB of available hard disk space e Color display 800 x 600 or better e CD ROM drive Notes e Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries e Other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners Digital Camera GO A55 Back Next FEATURES Capturing high quality digital images is fast and easy with this state of the art smart camera Equipped with a 1 3 Mega pixel CMOS this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 1280 X 1024 pixels Other cool features provided by the camera include the following LCD Monitor The 1 5 full color LCD at the back of the camera makes it easy to frame your subjec
22. e by any third party due to your use of this product or the provided software e Store backups of important photos on a personal computer etc We cannot bear any responsibility for pictures stored in memory that are lost or altered e It is prohibited to use pictures taken with this camera for commercial purposes without the consent of the copyright owner e Please be aware that the shooting subject could appear whitish or halation could occur in following conditions o When a very bright subject is taken in a short distance o When a subject which has a very bright part is taken in strong sunlight Notes e Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries e Other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners Digital Camera GO AS5 Back Next FUN THINGS YOU CAN DO This camera is an all in one compact size digital and USB PC camera With it you can e Take digital pictures video clips in an instant Easily capture digital images and download them to your computer e Videoconference on the Internet Keep in touch with distant family and friends See and talk with people on the Internet face to face e Send captured images with your e mail messages Digital Camera GO AS5 Back Next WHAT S INCLUDED Please check to see that the following items are included in the package If any item is missing please enquir
23. for shooting video clips The video clips will be stored in the camera s internal memory or the memory card in AVI File Format Total available recording time The total available recording time approximate is reflected on the LCD panel For video clips the Resolution is fixed at VGA 320 240 and the Image Quality is set at Normal The following shows the approx length of recording time based on 8MB of available internal memory when the camera is first turned on Initial Estimated available Resolution Quality Icon on Status LCD f f recording time VGA 320 240 Normal as yr 44 sec MODE button LEWOK button Shooting Basics 1 Get the camera ready Refer to Getting Started 2 Toggle on the MODE button to select the Video Clip Mode fa 3 Ensure that the LCD monitor is activated Toggle the LCD OK button to activate deactivate it The viewfinder cannot be used for video clip recording 4 Press the shutter button to start recording 5 Press the shutter button again to stop recording 6 To continue shooting repeat the above steps 4 to 5 LCD on Video Clip mode Video Clip recording in progress Video Clip mode i Recording timer in sec The remaining available recording time in sec based on the memory storage is reflected on the Status LCD panel Notes When the storage memory is full you may either delete the video clips that are no more required or insert anew memory card The re
24. h e Using Self Timer e Setting the Image Quality amp Resolution Customized Shooting is not applicable to the Video Clip and Play Delete Modes Menu Settings e SETUP MENU e SETUP MENU e SETUP MENU e QUICKVIEW e WHITE BALANCE e SLIDE SHOW e WHITE BALANCE e EV COMPENSATION e ERASE e EV COMPENSATION e COPY TO CARD e DPOF Setting the various modes 1 Press the POWER button 2 Press the MODE button until the desired mode is displayed POWER button mes GV MODE button lle gt BI Camera Mode Video Clip mode Play Delete Mode Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next CAMERA MODE This mode is used for capturing still images The pictures taken will be stored in the camera s internal memory or the memory card in JPEG file format Shooting Basics When the card is inserted into the camera your captured still images video clips will be stored in the Camera mode card s memory When the card is removed the internal memory of the camera will be used as the storage media View finder SHUTTER button LCD OK button MODE button Procedures 1 Get the camera ready Refer to Getting Started 2 Toggle on the MODE button to select the Camera mode a 3 Frame your subject You may use either the viewfinder or the 1 5 full color TFT LCD monitor Toggle the LCD OK button to activate or deactivate it We recommend however that the viewfinder be used as far as possible to ex
25. images with your camera Inserting the Batteries 1 Slide the Battery Memory card compartment door located on the right side of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow to open it 2 Insert the AA size batteries as indicated on the inner side of the door 3 Close back the door and turn on the camera Checking Batteries Si Full battery power The battery indicator will be displayed on the status LCD panel while the camera is on Depending on the durability and usage of the batteries the number of pictures that can be recorded varies Note that power is consumed by the following operations even when not recording reducing the number of images that can be recorded e Extensive use of the LCD monitor in the Play Delete mode Low battery power a Empty battery blinking Notes e Please ensure that the batteries are inserted in the correct way Do not reverse the polarities e The recommended battery type is AA size ALKALINE e Never use manganese batteries e Low temperatures under 0 or 32 F will reduce the output efficiency of the batteries thereby shortening the operation time of the camera e The use of Flash is not recommended when the battery level is low e Never mix old and new batteries e Remove the batteries if the camera is not to be used for an extended period of time to prevent leaks or corrosion e Before discarding batteries cover the positive and negative terminals with adhes
26. is camera before using them We recommend that you take some test shots to get accustomed to the camera before you actually start We cannot bear any responsibility for an inability to record or replay material normally in the event of a problem with this camera Store backups of important photographs video clips in eg your personal computer We cannot bear any responsibility for any loss or alteration to the images stored in the camera s internal or external memory e It is prohibited to use pictures taken with this camera for commercial purposes without the consent of the copyright owner vay Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next Customized Shooting CAMERA MODE 1 Zooming This mode allows you to zoom up on your subject making it appear larger maximum 2X and closer Note that the digital zoom function is only available when the LCD monitor is ON The resolution is automatically set at VGA 640 x 480 pixels upon activating the zoom function 2x Y button LCD OK button Al reper MODE button Digital Zoom indicator Procedures 1 Ensure that the camera is turned on 2 Select the Camera mode with the MODE button 3 Ensure that the LCD monitor is activated Toggle the LCD OK button to activate deactivate it 4 Press the 2x Wbutton to activate the digital zoom function The image on the LCD monitor will be enlarged 5 To deactivate the digital zoom function press the same button again 6 Frame your subject
27. ive tape e The Battery Indicator reflects the level of remaining battery power When the indicator appears as shown above the batteries are weak and need to be replaced e When you use your camera as a video camera for your PC batteries in the camera are necessary even though power is supplied through the USB cable Attaching the Hand Strap Always use the provided hand strap when carrying the camera Please note that the company cannot be held responsible for any accidental drop of the camera due to improper use of the hand strap To attach the strap to your camera 1 Thread the thinner looped end of the strap through the strap holder 2 Insert the other end of the strap through the thin loop and pull it all the way out Ensure that the strap is securely tightened unto the camera Note Be careful not to bump the camera or entangle the strap Inserting and Removing the SD Multimedia Card This camera can be used with either an SD card or a Multimedia card MMC When traveling and capturing a lot of images it is convenient to make use of an SD or a Multimedia card When a card is inserted into the camera still images video clips captured will be stored in the card s memory When the card is removed the camera s internal memory will be used as the storage media Inserting the Memory Card 1 Turn off the camera s power by pressing the POWER button 2 Open the Battery Memory card compartment door 3 Firmly insert the
28. lly in the event of a problem with this camera Store backups of important photographs video clips in eg your personal computer We cannot bear any responsibility for any loss or alteration to the images stored in the camera s internal or external memory It is prohibited to use video clips taken with this camera for commercial purposes without the consent of the copyright owner Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next PLAY DELETE MODE This mode allows you to replay delete video clips stored in the camera s internal or card memory on the LCD monitor You can also connect the camera to the TV monitoror computer in this mode to replay the still images video clips on the TV or computer monitors Play Basics 1 Turn on the camera 2 Select the Play Delete mode with the MODE button status LOD panel Ay ee LEDOK button MODE button 3 The latest captured image or the starting scene of the latest captured video clip will be displayed on the LCD monitor or the TV monitor if connected As you press the LCD OK button the LCD screen changes as follows Still Image Image Info OFF Image Info ON Thumbnail display LCD OK button pressed once LCD OK button pressed twice LCD OK button pressed thrice Image number Date of Image capture Time of image capture Video Clip Image Info ON Thumbnail display LCD OK button pressed thrice Total recording time for this Video Clip m DOC Image numbe
29. maining shooting time shown on the Status LCD is an approximate value based on the currently accessed memory size The actual number of seconds available for shooting also depends on the shooting conditions The value does not necessarily decrease by the second Also upon turning on the camera memory adjustment is made and the available time may actually be more than when the camera was last turned off e When you take pictures in bright locations or in clear fine weather lines may appear on the monitor This is not a malfunction e Press the shutter button down steadily e When the status indicator is lit shooting replay is not possible Wait until the light goes off After shooting a video clip you would have to wait a little while for the pictures to be stored into memory A few seconds is also required to load the images from the memory to the LCD monitor for replay e Never open the Battery Memory Card compartment door when the status indicator is lit for this may cause damage Please format new Memory cards with this camera before using them In the Video Clip mode the following are not possible Voice sound recording Use of flash Self timer Zoom Image quality setting The Video Clip mode resolution is fixed at 320 240 24 fps We recommend that you take some test shots to get accustomed to the camera before you actually start We cannot bear any responsibility for an inability to record or replay material norma
30. nditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note 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 the instructions it 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user s authority to operate the equipment Contact Address JVC AMERICAS CORP 1700 Valley Road Wayne New Jersey 07470 Telephone 973 317
31. r Video Clip indicator 4 Press the amp W buttons to go to the next or previous image video clip 5 For video clips only press the shutter button to play Press the same button to pause resume Thumbnail display function During the Play Delete mode the captured still images video clips will be displayed on the LCD monitor or the TV monitor if connected Toggle the LCD OK button until the thumbnail screen appears The user can select a thumbnail image using the W buttons Upon pressing the LCD OK button the chosen image video clip will be displayed on the LCD screen in full size Back Next Digital Camera GC A55 MENU SETTINGS Pressing the MENU button in the various modes will display the respective MENU on the LCD monitor MENU button CAMERA MODE RECORD MENU SETUP QPCR IEW WHITE BALANCE EV COMPENSATION Using the menus you can perform various settings for your camera Procedures Use the A Wbuttons to highlight the desired item Press the LCD OK button to go into the setting screen Select the appropriate setting with the A Wbuttons Confirm the setting by pressing the LCD OK button Return to the MENU screen Se ae T VIDEO CLIP MODE VIDEO CLIP MENU SETUP WHITE BALANCE EV COMPENSATION PLAY DELETE MODE o FLAY MENU SETUP SLIDE SHOW ERASE COPY TO CARD PLAY MENU DPOF Digital Camera GC A55 Back Next Setup MENU fi I SETUP A LCD BRIGHTNESS FO
32. r USB port RESOLUTION amp Status LCD panel QUALITY button Strap holder FLASH MODE button SHUTTER button POWER button MENU button Status indicator SS SE TS A Ne a SELF TIMER UP button Viewfinder 2X ZOOM DOWN LCD monitor button LCD OK button MODE button Tripod socket Digital Camera GO A55 Back Next Getting to Know the Camera Status LCD panel Built in Flash Indicator Self timer Indicator j F Quality Indicator gt k A Resolution Indicator aay LC SD card Indicator A Time Number Indicator Mode Indicator 1 Resolution Indicator SSS Full resolution SXGA 1280 X 1024 Pixels maa Half resolution VGA 640 X 480 Pixels 2 Quality Indicator ik Fine quality as Normal quality amp Basic quality 3 Battery Indicator iwa Full battery power im Low battery power ji Empty battery blinking 4 Built in Flash Indicator Wie Auto Flash Red eye reduction 4 Fill in flash 5 Flash off 5 Time Number Indicator gg Number of images that can be stored Camera mode 86 98 Time Display Video Clip mode Pr PC Connection Mode 6 Self timer Indicator 7 SD card Indicator 8 Mode Indicator 2 Video Clip mode O Camera mode gt Play Delete mode Digital Camera GC A55 Digital Camera GO A55 Back Next GETTING STARTED Be sure to insert the AA size Alkaline batteries before trying to capture
33. ric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc MEMORY CARDS 1 To properly use and store your memory cards be sure to read the following cautions Make sure the memory card bears the SD or Multimedia Card mark Make sure the memory card Is positioned properly when inserting While the memory card is being accessed during recording playback deletion formatting etc never unload the memory card or turn off the digital camera Store memory cards o away from heaters or other heat sources o out of direct sunlight o where they will not be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration O where they will not be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets LCD MONITOR To prevent damage to the LCD monitor do NOT subject it to undue force or shocks To prolong its service life avoid rubbing it with a coarse cloth ALKALINE BATTERIES 1 For safe use do NOT attempt to charge the alkaline batteries use rechargeable batteries reverse the polarities of the batteries carry or store a battery together with objects such as metal pens necklaces coins or hairpins This could short circuit the positive and negative poles of the battery heat or attempt to disassemble a battery expose the battery to water or fire subject a battery to strong impacts such as hitting it with a hammer stepping on it or dropping it forget to remove the batteries from the unit if the camera i
34. s Check baitery level Replace if necessary Release the shutter button wait till the Status Indicator is unlit then shoot again Delete the images no longer required transfer them to your PC or insert a new memory card Use a new card or disable the write protection only for SD cards Rectifications Check baitery level Replace if necessary Set camera to Play mode Follow the instructions in this manual shoot again and replay Rectifications Disable the write protection only for SD card Rectifications Set the flash mode to AUTO or OFF Adjust the exposure or change the angle of shot Rectifications Adjust the angle of shot and remove obstructive objects Move closer to the subject Alternatively turn off the flash and use a tripod stand Set the flash to FILL IN flash mode and shoot again Rectifications Set the flash to FILL IN flash mode and shoot again Introduce a white item or set the White Balance according to the lighting condition Set the White Balance according to the lighting condition Rectifications Remove obstructing fingers or strap from lens Use the LCD monitor and the zoom function Possible Cause Rectifications Camera movement during still image capture Press the shutter button down steadily The lens is dirty Use a lens blower sold in the market to rid the lens of dust Then wipe with lens cleaning paper Photographer was standing in front of the camera when Do not stand in front of the camera
35. s not to be used for an extended period of time so as to prevent leakage 2 Use only the specified batteries with this camera The use of other power sources may cause a fire 3 When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly HOW TO HANDLE A CD ROM e Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface opposite to the printed surface Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface If the CD ROM gets dirty gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center hole using a circular motion e Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray e Do not bend the CD ROM or touch its mirror surface e Do not store your CD ROM in a dusty hot or humid environment Keep it away from direct sunlight FLASH e Do not fire the flash at a person particularly an infant at short range for this may cause impairment of eyesight e Do not touch light emitting portion after flash This may cause burn BEFORE USING THE CAMERA e We recommend that you take some test shots before you actually start to accustom yourself to the camera e We cannot bear any responsibility for an inability to shoot record or play back material normally in the event of a problem with this camera e We shall not be liable for any incidental consequential or exemplary damage loss of profits or any demand mad
36. t It also displays a preview of the still images video clips you have recorded Digital Zoom Zoom in 2X and get a larger closer view of the subject available at the resolution of 640 X 480 pixels Flexible Flash Settings Change the flash setting according to the lighting conditions Menu Settings Have more control over image quality by adjusting settings such as White Balance EV compensation and more Thumbnail View Display in sets of nine pictures on the LCD for easier and quicker selection Video cable Browse through the images you have captured on a television Connection Composite monitor in place of the LCD monitor for a better view Video out NTSC PAL Built in Digital Memory With a built in digital memory of 8MB capacity shooting can be done even in the absence of an external memory card For enhanced storage you can insert either an SD or a multimedia card Automatic Power Off Reduce undue energy consumption with this feature USB connection USB connection allows simple high speed transfer of image data to your PC Std Mass Storage compatible Further this camera can be used as a PC camera allowing you to hold videoconferences over the internet or corporate intranets QO Back Next GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMERA Controls Connectors and Indicators Built in Flash Viewfinder window a 6LLens Self timer indicator Video out Terminal cover Battery Memory Card compartment doo
37. tend battery time since the LCD is highly power consumptive 4 Press the shutter button fully down If the QUICK VIEW function has been set to ON the image captured will appear on the LCD monitor for a few seconds 5 To continue capturing repeat the above steps 3 amp 4 Notes e To adjust the Image Quality and Resolution please refer to Setting the Image Quality and Resolution e When the storage memory is full you may either delete the images that are no more required or insert a new memory card e The number of remaining shots shown on the LCD panel is an approximate value based on the currently set resolution picture quality and memory size e The actual number of remaining shots also differ depending on the shooting conditions Hence a single shot may reduce the value by two or not change the value at all This is not a malfunction of the LCD panel Also upon the camera being turned on memory adjustments are made and the indicated remaining value may actually be higher than when the camera was last turned off When you take pictures in bright locations or in clear fine weather lines may appear on the monitor This is not a malfunction Press the shutter button down steadily When the status indicator is lit shooting replay is not possible Wait until the light goes off Never open the Battery Memory card compartment door when the Status Indicator is lit for this may cause malfunction Please format new SD cards with th
38. tus Indicator will lit up immediately upon power on The light will go off after a while the length of time varies with the capacity of the memory card that is inserted in the camera and the camera will then be ready for use Switching the LCD Monitor ON OFF The LCD monitor is automatically activated when the power is switched on However since the LCD monitor consumes battery power fast we recommend that you turn off the LCD monitor and use the optical viewfinder as far as possible when capturing still images To switch the LCD monitor ON or OFF toggle the LCD OK button LOD OK button Notes e The DATE TIME setting screen will appear on the LCD monitor upon its activation in the case of a newly purchased camera or if the camera has not been used for a long time e When the camera is in the Play Delete mode the LCD monitor cannot be turned off The still image video clip taken most recently will be shown on the LCD monitor Further in the case that no image video clip exists in the memory the message NO IMAGE will be shown on the LCD monitor e When no operation is performed within a certain time interval user set value 1min 3min 5min 10min CANCEL Default value 3min the camera will automatically turn off Digital Camera GO A55 Back Next OPERATIONS Gi camera MODE MB ivE0 CLIP MODE E Lay DELETE MODE Shooting Basics Shooting Basics Play Basics Customized Shooting e Zooming e Using Flas
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