Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG20 User Manual

VPC-CG20EX
VPC-CG20
VPC-CG20GX
VPC-CG20PX
VPC-CG20TA
GUIDE FOR
BASIC OPERATION
Dual Camera
Please read these instructions carefully before using the camera.
Make sure to read and understand the separate booklet “SAFETY MANUAL”.
Keep this manual in a safe place for later reference.
Important note
This manual explains how to safely operate the VPC-CG20EX, VPC-CG20,
VPC-CG20GX, VPC-CG20PX and VPC-CG20TA.
Any information regarding only one of these products will be labeled as such.

Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG20 Specifications

General

Brand	Sanyo
Model	Xacti VPC-CG20
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

GUIDE FOR BASIC OPERATION

HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL

For first-time users

Guidance for users new to the camera operation.

To use the various camera features

Information on accessing detailed camera features and functions.

To use additional features

Details on extending camera capabilities and online resources.

Symbols used in this manual

Explanation of icons and notations used throughout the manual.

SHOOT, PLAY BACK AND SAVE

Preparing the camera

Steps to get the camera ready for use, including battery insertion.

About saving your recorded data

Information on storing images and videos, internal memory, and SD cards.

Shooting

Playback

Deleting files

Instructions on how to remove unwanted recorded files from the camera.

Copy data from your camera to the computer

Dismounting the camera

CHECKING THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

How to use the accessories

Guidance on utilizing included camera accessories like lens cap and handstrap.

ABOUT THE CARD

Media cards that can be used with this camera

Lists compatible types of memory cards for the camera.

What "card" means in this manual

Defines the term "card" as used within the manual's context.

PARTS NAMES

Front

Identifies components on the front of the camera.

Rear

Identifies components on the rear of the camera.

Operation pad

Details the buttons and controls on the camera's operation pad.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

About the CHARGE indicator

Explains the meaning of the charge indicator light status.

INSTALLING THE CARD

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK

About the internal backup battery

Information on the camera's internal battery for settings.

When not using the camera for a long time, remove the battery pack

Advice on battery removal for extended storage.

To prolong the life of the battery pack

Tips for maximizing the lifespan of the camera's battery.

About the temperature alert icon

Explains the function and appearance of the temperature alert icon.

TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF

Turning on the camera

Step-by-step instructions for powering on the camera.

Turning off the camera

Step-by-step instructions for powering off the camera.

Turning on the camera when the power save (sleep) mode is active

How to resume operation from power save or standby mode.

DATE AND TIME SETTING

SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECORDING MODE AND PLAYBACK MODE

SWITCHING THE OPERATING MODE

Switching between the SIMPLE and NORMAL modes

Guide on selecting between SIMPLE and NORMAL camera modes.

Accessing/exiting the SIMPLE/NORMAL Mode Menu Screen

Instructions for navigating the SIMPLE/NORMAL mode menu screens.

Using the SIMPLE Mode Menu

Using the NORMAL Mode Menu

VIDEO CLIP RECORDING

SHOOTING SINGLE SHOTS

SHOOT A STILL IMAGE WHILE RECORDING A VIDEO CLIP

MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY (ZOOM)

PLAYING BACK VIDEO CLIPS AND STILL IMAGES

How to save one frame from a video clip as a still image

CONNECTING TO A TV

Connecting to a video input terminal

Instructions for connecting the camera to a TV via AV cables.

Connecting to the HDMI terminal

Instructions for connecting the camera to a TV via HDMI cable.

PLAYING BACK ON A TV

OBTAINING THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Contents of the Instruction Manual

Overview of topics covered in the downloadable full instruction manual.

How to obtain the Instruction Manual

Steps to download the complete instruction manual from the website.

ABOUT THE EYE-FI TRANSFER FEATURE

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera

Technical specifications related to the camera's image and audio capabilities.

Camera connectors

Details of the various input/output terminals on the camera.

Battery life

Information on expected battery performance during different operations.

Possible No. of Images/Possible Shooting Time/Possible Recording Time

Estimates for storage capacity and recording duration based on settings.

Concerning the multi-indicator

Explains the meaning of the camera's multi-indicator light.

Supplied battery pack charger

Technical specifications for the battery charger unit.

Supplied Li-ion battery pack

Technical specifications for the camera's battery pack.

Others

Legal and trademark information related to the camera and software.