User manual HOTPOINT AQ9L 09 U

[. . . ] · You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is. · For details on the usable battery pack, see page 75. Notes on recording/playback and connection · Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. · The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. [. . . ] 3 Press the MOVIE/ENTER button. Operation Search 4 Adjust the magnification and the part to enlarge. The image can be enlarged up to 8 times from its original size by pressing the function button ( ). Press the MOVIE/ENTER button to cancel playback zoom. Shows the displayed area of the whole image Menu/Settings Search Note · You cannot operate playback zoom when an HDMI cable (sold separately) is connected. 43GB Index Volume control You can adjust the volume for playback movies. Table of contents 1 Press the function button ( 3 Press V. ) to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie, then press the MOVIE/ENTER button. Operation Search 4 Press B to increase or b to decrease the volume. 44GB Menu/Settings Search Index Recommended computer environment Windows The following computer environment is recommended when using the Bloggie Software, and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) Others Microsoft Windows XP*1 SP3/Windows Vista*2 SP1/ Windows 7 CPU: Intel Core Duo 1. 66 GHz or faster, Intel Core 2 Duo 1. 20 GHz or faster Memory: 1 GB or more Hard Disk: Disk space required for installation: approximately 200 MB Display: 1, 024 × 768 dots or more Table of contents Operation Search Menu/Settings Search *1 Windows XP 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. Macintosh The following computer environment is recommended when using the Bloggie Software or importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) Others USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10. 3 to v10. 6) The Bloggie Software: Mac OS X (v10. 5 to v10. 6) CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 1. 6 GHz or faster (PowerPC is not supported. ) Memory: 1 GB or more Application: QuickTime 7 (The latest version is recommended. ) Index Notes · Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment. · If you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using. · Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2. 0 compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2. 0 compliant). · When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. 45GB Note on playback of movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/ H. 264) To play back and edit movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264) recorded by the camera on your computer, you need to install the software compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264 or the Bloggie Software. · Even in a PC environment where operations are guaranteed, images may not play back smoothly due to dropped frames, etc. · If you are using a notebook PC, be sure to use the PC with the AC adaptor plugged in. Sometimes normal operations are not possible due to the power savings function of the PC. Table of contents Operation Search Note · Operations are not guaranteed, even on computers fulfilling the above system requirements. For example, other open or background applications currently running may limit product performance. 46GB Menu/Settings Search Index Using the Bloggie Software Activating 1 Double-click the Bloggie Software (preloaded on the internal memory) shortcut icon on the desktop. Table of contents Operation Search On-screen items Menu/Settings Search Index A Sharing site: Drag and drop the thumbnail. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen. Description of the pixels and the image size Image size: 5M 2, 592 pixels × 1, 944 pixels = 5, 038, 848 pixels 2 Image size: 0. 4M 854 pixels × 480 pixels = 409, 920 pixels 1 Table of contents Operation Search Pixels Menu/Settings Search Pixel Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size) Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size) 51GB Index Movie Size The larger the movie size, the higher the movie quality. The movies shot with the camera will be recorded in MPEG-4 AVC/H. 264 Main Profile, approximately 30 or 60 frames per second, Progressive, AAC LC, "MP4 format". Table of contents 1 Press the function button ([Menu]) to display the menu screen. Then press the MOVIE/ENTER button to decide. Movie Size Usage guidelines Operation Search (1920×1080 30p) (1280×720 60p) (1280×720 30p) (480×270 30p) Suitable for playback on a full high definition TV Suitable for recording fast-moving objects Menu/Settings Search Suitable for playback on a computer Suitable for faster WEB upload zProgressive playback The camera supports progressive mode*, which is used in computers, and therefore is suited for playing back images on computers. * Progressive and Interlaced modes are types of movie recording method. Progressive mode reads out all image pixels at once while Interlaced mode separates a frame into odd/even fields and reads out them alternately. 52GB Index Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Table of contents 1 Press the function button ( 3 Select decide. ) to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the function button ([Menu]) to display the menu screen. Then press the MOVIE/ENTER button to Operation Search (This Image) (Multiple Images) Deletes the image that is being selected. 2Press the function button ([OK]). 53GB Menu/Settings Search Index Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed when playing back registered images. Table of contents 1 Press the function button ( ) to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the function button ([Menu]) to display the menu screen. Then press the MOVIE/ENTER button to decide. (This Image) (Multiple Images) Protects the image that is being selected. 2Press the function button ([OK]). Operation Search Menu/Settings Search zTo cancel the protection Press the function button ([Menu]) and select [Protect] during playback of the protected image you want to cancel the protection. The indicator disappears, and the protection is released. 54GB Index Share it Later You can install the Bloggie Software (pre-loaded on the internal memory) to upload images for sharing. [. . . ] · The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the zoom frequently. · Do not leave the camera in an extremely hot place, such as in a car or under direct sunlight. Menu/Settings Search How to store the camera · Even if you do not use the camera for an extended period, fully charge the camera every 6 to 12 months to maintain the camera's function. Also, store the camera in a cool, dry place. On battery life · The battery life is limited. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, consult your nearest Sony dealer. [. . . ]