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GE DV 1 User Manual

GE DV 1
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GE DV 1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Image StabilizerElectronic
Min Illumination3 lux
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Display TypeLCD
Sensor TypeCCD
Video Resolution720 x 480
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic
White BalanceAuto
Special EffectsBlack & White, Sepia
Digital Scene TransitionFade, Wipe
Connector TypeUSB
InterfaceUSB
Battery TypeLithium ion

Summary

Precautions

Preface

Introduction to the user manual and advice for future reference.

Copyright Information

Copyright details for the manual, 2010 General Imaging Company.

Trademarks

Trademarks mentioned in the manual belong to their respective owners.

About This Manual

Provides instructions for using the GE digital video camera and notes on accuracy.

Symbols Used in Manual

Explains symbols used in the manual to help locate information quickly.

Warning and Compliance Information

General Warning

Advice against exposing the camera to rain or humidity to prevent fire or electric shock.

FCC and CE Compliance

Details FCC standards compliance for US and CE mark for European safety and environmental standards.

Declaration of Conformity

Product Compliance Details

Lists model, trade name, company, address, and power supply standards for product conformity.

Safety Precautions

Video Camera Usage Locations

Avoid direct sunlight, high temperatures, humidity, dust, and magnetic fields for camera longevity.

Memory Card Handling

Guidelines for formatting, copying data, file names, and inserting/removing memory cards.

LCD Screen Notes and Important Information

LCD Screen Notes

Explains normal pixel variations and actions for liquid crystal contact with skin, eyes, or ingestion.

Important Usage Guidelines

Key instructions: do not disassemble, avoid drops, turn off before card access, protect lens, use proper cleaning agents.

Water & Dust Proof Precautions

Water & Dust Proof Specifications

Camera meets JIS/IEC waterproof grade 8 (IPX8) and dustproof grade 6 (IPX6).

Precautions Before Using in Water

Ensure covers are sealed, rubber is clean, unit is not damaged, avoid geothermal springs.

Precautions When Using in Water

Do not exceed 5m depth or 2 hours underwater, avoid dropping or impact, do not open covers underwater.

Maintenance Precautions After Use

Cleaning and Drying

Wipe with lint-free cloth, dry covers and body, wash with clean water if used in water/sand, clean rubber gaskets.

Cleaning Agents and Rubber Gaskets

Do not use chemical agents or silicone grease. Damaged gaskets compromise waterproofing.

Getting Started: Accessories

Included Accessories

Lists items typically included in the package: Warranty Card, Quick Guide, Wrist Strap, USB Cable, Power Adapter, CD-ROM.

Component Identification

Front and Side Components

Identifies numbered parts on the front and side of the camera, including LCD, buttons, lens, and ports.

Rear and Bottom Components

Identifies numbered parts on the rear and bottom, including SD card slot, power button, and tripod socket.

Charging the Video Camera

Charging Methods

Describes three methods to charge the internal battery using USB cable and adapter or PC.

Charging Time and Indicator

First charge takes about 4 hours. Status indicator turns green when fully charged. Charging times vary by method.

Inserting SD/SDHC Card

Card Insertion Procedure

Step-by-step guide to open the SD card cover, insert the card, and close the cover.

Memory Card Recommendations

Notes optional cards, suggests high-speed cards for Full HD, and advice for slow card access.

Turning the Camera On and Off

Power On/Off Operation

Press the Power button to turn the video camera on or off.

Camera Reset Procedure

How to reset and power off the camera by pressing and holding the power and record buttons.

Setting Language and Date/Time

Initial Setup Menu

The Language, Date/Time setting menu appears on first-time startup.

Setting Procedure

Steps to turn on the camera, select settings using navigation buttons, and confirm.

Setting Display Language

Accessing Language Menu

Press menu, navigate to General Setup, select Language option using navigation buttons.

Selecting Language

Choose desired language from the list, press menu button to return to shooting screen.

Setting Date and Time

Accessing Date/Time Settings

Press menu, navigate to General Setup, select Date/Time option.

Setting Date and Time Values

Use navigation buttons to select function, set values, and save using the Set button.

Date/Time Format Information

Date format is M-D-Y; Time format is 24-hour. Displays selected/unselected options with colors.

Movie Recording

Starting and Ending Video Recording

Turn on camera, press record button to begin, press record button again to end.

Zoom Function

Zooming In and Out

Use Up/Down buttons to zoom in or out during recording. Digital zoom is shown as an orange icon.

White Balance Control

Adjusting Color Temperature

Press button to scroll through White Balance options (Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Underwater).

Shooting While Recording

Taking Photos During Video

Press the shooting button during video recording to capture a photo.

LCD Screen Display in Shooting Mode

Shooting Screen Indicators

Details of indicators: battery, memory card, picture count, resolution, quality, white balance, HDR, histogram, etc.

Video Recording Screen Details

Video Recording Indicators

Explains indicators during video recording: battery, memory card, recording status, available photos, image quality, WB, HDR, zoom.

Playback Mode Display

Vertical Playback Screen

Shows indicators for vertical playback: battery, previous/next media, selected media, reminder, date/time.

Horizontal Playback Screen

Shows indicators for horizontal playback: battery, previous/next media, selected media, date/time, ranking, film length.

DISP Button Functionality

Switching Screen Displays

Pressing the DISP button switches between two different shooting screen layouts.

Playback: Preview Photos and Videos

Navigating Media in Playback

Press button to enter playback. Use navigation buttons to select previous/next photo/video.

Video Playback Controls

Explains playback controls: Pause, Fast Backward, Decrease Volume, Fast Forward, Increase Volume.

Playback Mode Navigation

Returning to Playback Screen

Press button to return to Playback screen from video mode or pause screen.

Playback Mode Behavior

Notes on first frame display, fast forward/backward speeds, and turning on camera in playback mode.

Zoom in Photos

Magnifying Still Images

Use function button to magnify photos up to 4x. Moving display area uses navigation buttons.

Zooming Limitations

Zooming facility is only for still images, not video playback. Maximum zoom is 4x.

Screen Display Modes in Playback

Playback Screen Layout

Return to playback mode or shooting screen. Displays media playback information.

Thumbnail View

Displays 3x3 thumbnails; use navigation buttons to select media.

Date Folder and Thumbnail Views

Sorts thumbnails by date, enters Date Folder Thumbnails by pressing button.

Delete Photos and Videos

Deleting Media

Press delete button to select media, then confirm deletion. Erased media cannot be recovered.

Confirm Deletion

Select Yes or Cancel to delete the selected photo/video or return to menu.

Menu Setup: Photo Setup

Accessing Photo Setup Menu

Press menu button to enter Setup menu, select Photo Setup option.

Photo Setup Options

Navigate and select options within Photo Setup, then press Set to confirm or Back/Menu to exit.

Photo Quality Settings

Image Quality Options

Adjusts image compression ratio. Options: Best, Fine, Normal, affecting photo quality and memory space.

Exposure Metering Modes

Metering Area Selection

Specifies the picture area used for exposure: Spot, Center, or AiAE for intelligent determination.

HDR and Continuous Shot Settings

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

Lightens dark areas and darkens light areas by overlapping multiple exposures. Options: ON/OFF.

Continuous Shot Mode

Hold shooting button for continuous shooting. Options: ON/OFF.

Date Imprint Setting

Imprinting Date/Time on Photos

Saves date and time data with the picture. Options: Date/Time, Date, OFF.

Movie Setup: Movie Resolution

Accessing Movie Resolution

Press menu, navigate to Movie Setup, select Movie Resolution.

Selecting Movie Resolution

Choose resolution from options like 1920x1080 30FPS, 1280x720 60FPS, etc.

Movie Resolution Details

Available Movie Resolutions

Lists five resolution options: 1920x1080: 30FPS, 1280x720: 60/30FPS, 1440x1080: 30FPS, 640x480: 30FPS.

HD Recording Time Limit

HD recording time is limited to below 29 minutes.

Exposure Metering Modes for Movies

Movie Exposure Metering Options

Sets exposure area for movies: Spot, Center, or AiAE.

Movie HDR Setting

HDR for Movies

Enhances picture by lightening dark and darkening light areas. Options: ON/OFF.

General Setup Menu

Accessing General Setup

Press menu, navigate to General Setup option.

General Setup Options

Navigate and select options like Beep, LCD Brightness, Date/Time, World Time, Power Saver.

Beep and LCD Brightness Settings

Beep Setup

Adjusts the volume of beeps when buttons are pressed. Options: ON/OFF.

LCD Brightness Adjustment

Adjusts screen brightness. Options: Auto or different brightness ratios.

World Time and Power Saver

World Time Setting

Adjusts time zone to the nearest city when overseas. Options: Location, Travel Target.

Power Saver Function

Prolongs battery life by automatically turning off screen/camera. Options: ON/OFF.

Firmware Version and Format Memory

Firmware Version Check

View current firmware version and check for updates on www.ge.com. Requires sufficient battery.

Format Memory Function

Deletes all data from storage card and internal memory. Options: Yes/No.

Reset and Copy to Card Functions

Reset Camera Settings

Resets the video camera to factory default values. Options: Yes/No.

Copy Files to Card

Copies files from internal memory to the storage card. Options: Yes/No.

Playback Setup Menu

Accessing Playback Setup

In Playback mode, press menu, select Playback Setup.

Playback Setup Options

Options include Delete, Slide Show, and Red-Eye Reduction. Note: only horizontal mode display.

Delete Photos/Videos (One)

Select Media for Deletion

Return to Playback mode, select media, press delete button to display info.

Confirm Deletion

Select Yes or Cancel to delete the selected photo/video or return to menu.

Delete Photos/Videos (All/Date Folder)

Delete All Media

Select 'All' option to delete all files, confirm with Yes/Cancel.

Delete Specific Date Folder

Select 'Date Folder' to delete files from a specific date. Confirm deletion.

Slide Show Function

Starting Slide Show

Select Slide Show, press button to save, then press button to start playing.

Slide Show Controls

Press button to stop playing. Select Continue to Start or Return to Playback screen.

Red Eye Removal

Removing Red Eyes from Photos

Select Red Eye Removal option, press button to enter setup, remove or cancel.

Red Eye Detection Limitations

Red eye reduction does not work for video files. Message if no red eyes are detected.

Connection: Connecting to TV via HDMI

HDMI TV Output

View photos and videos on TV using HDMI cable. Camera enters Playback Screen automatically.

HDMI Playback Navigation

Select previous/next photo/video using navigation buttons. Press button to start/stop playback.

HDMI Video Playback

Video Playback Controls via HDMI

Press button to start/stop video. Use navigation buttons for pause/return to single playback screen.

Connecting to PC via USB

USB Data Transfer

Steps to connect camera to PC via USB cable for copying photos and videos.

Supported Operating Systems

The camera supports Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and 7.

Appendices: Specifications: DV1

Sensor and Lens Specifications

Details sensor resolution (5.08MP), focal length (5.5mm), F number (2.8), and lens construction (4P).

Digital Zoom and Recording Pixels

Specifies 4x digital zoom, still image resolution (5MP/3MP), and movie resolutions (1920x1080 to 640x480).

Camera Specifications Continued

Detection and Shooting Features

Lists Face Detection, Auto shooting mode, Red-eye Reduction support, Waterproofing, and Shock Resistance.

LCD Display and ISO Sensitivity

Details the 2.5-inch LTPS TFT LCD display and Auto ISO sensitivity range (100-800).

Exposure and Playback Modes

Lists exposure metering modes (Spot, Center, AiAE) and playback modes (Single Photo, Index, Slide Show, Movie).

Advanced Camera Specifications

White Balance and Shooting Capabilities

Lists white balance control options and approximate shooting capabilities (260 shots, 80 min video).

Recording Media and Power

Specifies internal memory (27MB), SD/SDHC card support (up to 32GB), and internal rechargeable battery (GB-50).

Dimensions and Mass

Provides physical dimensions (105x55x20.1mm) and weight (approx. 145g).

Error Messages

Battery and Picture Errors

Explains messages like 'Warning! Battery exhausted' and 'No picture'.

Connection and File Errors

Explains messages like 'Pull USB out', 'Connection failed', 'File can't be recognized'.

Software Update Errors

Explains messages like 'Warning! Don't power off when upgrading!' and 'Software update failed'.

Memory Card and Battery Errors

Memory Card Full/Error Messages

Explains 'Internal memory card full', 'Memory card full', 'Write protection', 'File can't be edited', 'Memory card error'.

Battery Exhausted for Update

Explains 'Battery exhausted, can't update FW' and the need for sufficient battery power.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Camera Won't Turn On / Turns Off

Solutions for camera not turning on or turning off suddenly: charge battery.

Photo Blur and Capture Issues

Solutions for blurred photos (use tripod) and inability to take photos (memory full, not formatted).

Video Recording Issues

Solutions for inability to record video (no/full memory card, playback mode).

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