Coby CAM4000 - SNAPP Camcorder - 3.0 MP Quick Setup Manual

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Page 2 Thank You
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Thank You
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Thank you for your purchase of the Coby SNAPP™ CAM
Digital Video Camera. This guide will help you set up and
begin using your new video camera as quickly and easily as
possible. For more detailed instructions, please refer to the
instruction manual.
Package Contents
SNAPP CAM unit
AV cable
USB cable
Installation CD
 x “AAA” batteries
Hand strap
Carrying case
Features
Brilliant .” TFT LCD full
color display
 MB built-in Flash
memory
Built-in YouTube™
uploader lets you share
videos instantly online
Software CD for easy
video editing/uploading
included
Advanced features includ-
ing still capture, digital
zoom (x), and ash
Hi-speed USB . port for
fast le transfers
Integrated SD/SDHC card
slot for memory expan-
sion up to GB
Connects easily to your
computer for use as a
webcam
Function available in
Windows only.
English
Page 3 Cam4000 At A Glance
CAM4000 at a Glance
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LCD screen1.
Joystick/OK button2.
Charging indicator3.
Shutter button4.
Display button5.
Mode button6.
Power button7.
Menu/Delete button8.
USB jack9.
AV output jack10.
Strap mount11.
SD card slot12.
Microphone13.
Speaker14.
Lens15.
Self-timer indicator16.
Flash strobe17.
Battery cover18.
Page 4 Getting Started
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Getting Started
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Installing the Batteries
Remove the battery compartment door by sliding it 1.
toward the base of the camera.
Insert three (3) “AAA” batteries. Be sure to match their 2.
polarities to those indicated in the diagram inside the
battery compartment.
Replace the battery compartment door and snap it 3.
into place.
The batteries used in this device may present a re
or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassem-
ble, incinerate, or heat the batteries.
If the unit will not be used for a long time, remove
the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible leakage.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
English
Page 5 Getting Started
Inserting a Memory Card
Use an SD/SDHC memory card to expand your digital
video camera’s available memory. The CAM can ac-
commodate memory cards of up to GB.
Install a memory card by inserting it gently into the
SD card slot on the underside of the video camera.
To remove the memory card, press it further into the
card slot and then release. The card should automati-
cally eject from the slot. Grasp it by the edge and pull
gently to fully remove.
To avoid damage and loss of data, always power
o the video camera before inserting or removing
a memory card.
Be sure that your memory card is unlocked before
inserting it into the video camera.
Do not attempt to place any object other than an
SD memory card into the SD card slot. A compat-
ible memory card should slide easily into the SD
card slot; if you encounter resistance, do not at-
tempt to force the card in.
Turning the Video Camera On/O
Your digital video camera will turn on automatically
when the LCD screen is ipped open, and turn o
when the screen is closed.
When the LCD screen is open, you may also turn the
camera O/On by pressing the <POWER> button.
Page 6 Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
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Recording a Video Clip
When you turn on your digital video camera, it will auto-
matically enter Video Mode. To record video:
Press the <SHUTTER> button to begin recording.
Press the <OK> button to pause recording. Press it
again to resume.
Press the <SHUTTER> button to stop recording.
During recording, the total elapsed recording time
is displayed in the upper righthand corner of the
LCD screen. When the camera is in video mode
and not recording, the estimated available re-
cording time will be displayed in the upper right-
hand corner.
Recording will stop automatically when the mem-
ory card is full.
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Page 7 Basic Operation
Taking a Photo
You can use your video camera to capture still shots. To
take photos:
Turn on the video camera and press the <MODE>
button to enter Photo Mode.
Hold the camera steady, then press the <SHUTTER>
button to take a picture.
After you take a picture, the estimated number
of pictures remaining on the camera memory or
memory card will be displayed in the upper right-
hand corner of the LCD screen.
Playback of Files
To review your video or image les, press the <MODE>
button to select Playback Mode. The most recently re-
corded video or image le will appear on the LCD screen.
Video Playback
After setting the video camera to Playback Mode, push the
joystick to the left or right to scroll through the available
les. Video les are indicated by the [image] icon on the
left-hand side of the LCD screen.
When the desired video clip appears on screen, press
the <OK> button to begin playback.
To pause playback, press the <OK> button. Press it
again to resume playback.
Page 8 Basic Operation
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To fast forward through the video le, push the
joystick to the right.
To rewind through the video le, push the joystick to
the left.
To stop playback, press the <MENU> button.
Image Playback
After setting the video camera to Playback Mode, push the
joystick to the left or right to scroll through the available les.
To view thumbnail images of all available les, push the dis-
play button. The screen will display les in thumbnail mode.
Use the joystick to select your desired le.
Press the <SHUTTER> button to view the selected le
in full screen.
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Page 9 Transferring Files To A Computer
Transferring Files to a
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Computer
Connect your digital video camera to a computer to
transfer les from the camera onto your hard drive.
Power on your video camera. In the Setup Menu,
set the USB Mode to “MDSC”. (Please see the Menu
Options section for additional information.)
Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the
USB port on your digital video camera. Connect the
other end to your computer.
Your computer should automatically recognize the
video camera as a removable disk. Follow the prompt
on your screen to view les on the camera. If no
prompt appears, you may access the camera via “My
Computer” or Windows Explorer.
Copy and paste les from the camera to your com-
puter as you would with any external disk.
If you wish to transferles from an SD card, you may
leave the SD card in the card slot and connect the
camera directly to your computer. Your computer
will recognize the inserted SD card as an external
drive. Or, remove the SD card and insert it directly
into your computer’s card reader to transfer les.
If you are using an SD card and wish to access les
on your camera’s internal memory, you must re-
move the SD card before connecting the camera
to your computer. If an SD card is present, your
computer will not recognize les that are stored
directly on the camera.
Page 10 Support
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Support
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If you experience a problem with this device, please read the
troubleshooting guide included in the product instruction
manual and check our website at www.cobyusa.com for
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and rmware updates. If
these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact
Technical Support.
Address
COBY Electronics Technical Support
- Rust Street
Maspeth, NY 
Email
techsuppor[email protected]om
Web
www.cobyusa.com
Phone
--: Weekdays :AM–:PM EST
Saturdays :AM–:PM EST
--: Weekdays :AM–:PM EST
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Page 11 Safety Notices
Safety Notices
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The lightning ash 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 sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and servicing instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the serial number that is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
Page 12 Safety Notices
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WARNING: To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose this device
to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltage is present inside the
enclosure. Do not open the cabinet.
Note: If the product suddenly has no response or powers off, an
electrostatic discharge may be the cause. In this circumstance, please
follow the procedures below for recovery:
Remove the batteries and wait for 30 seconds.
Replace the batteries and turn the unit on again.
For recycling or disposal information about this product,
please contact your local authorities or the Electronics
Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(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 Class B digital devices, 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, 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:
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Page 13 Safety Notices
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
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in
Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modications to the equipment unless
otherwise specied in the manual. If such changes or modications
should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Important Safety Instructions
Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should 1.
be read before the product is operated.
Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should 2.
be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating 3.
instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be 4.
followed.
Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. 5.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
Attachments: Use only attachments recommended by the manufac-6.
turer. Use of other attachments may be hazardous.
Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water (e.g., near 7.
a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in wet basements,
or near a swimming pool and the like).
Ventilation: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ven-8.
tilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked by
Page 14 Safety Notices
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placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer instructions have been adhered to.
Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type 9.
of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer
or local power company. For products intended to operate from bat-
tery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or 10.
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of re
or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this 11.
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or shout-out parts that could result in a re or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as open-12.
ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet 13.
and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the follow-
ing conditions: a) when the power-supply or plug is damaged; b) if
liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into the product; c) if
the product has been exposed to rain or water; d) if the product does
not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualied technician to restore the
product to its normal operation; e) if the product has been dropped or
damaged in any way; f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in
performancethis indicates a need for service.
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Page 15 Safety Notices
Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure 14.
that your service technician has used replacement parts speci-
ed by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in re, electric
shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this 15.
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
Heat: The product should be situated away from heat sources such as 16.
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including ampliers)
that produce heat.
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Corporation. Printed in China.
COBY es la marca registrada de COBY Electronics
Corporation. Imprimido en China.
Coby est une marque de fabrique de Coby Elec-
tronics Corporation. Imprimé en Chine.
Coby Electronics Corporation
1991 Marcus Ave, Suite 301
Lake Success, NY 11042
www.cobyusa.com
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Coby CAM4000 - SNAPP Camcorder - 3.0 MP Quick Setup Manual

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