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Minolta MNCD53 Quick Manual

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ADDENDUM A
MENU & SETTINGS INTERFACE
To access VIDEO and PHOTO mode settings:
Press the MODE until you are in either VIDEO or PHOTO mode. While in VIDEO mode, you will
notice a camcorder icon in the top left corner. In PHOTO mode, you will notice a camera icon in
the top left corner.
Press the MENU button to access the current mode’s settings.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to navigate through the various settings within the menu.
Press the RECORD button to access a highlighted setting, or to access any of the submenus.
Press the RECORD button again to confirm a highlighted setting.
Press the MENU button again at any time to save your settings and exit the menu.
To access SETUP/MAIN settings:
While in any mode, press the MENU button twice to access the SETUP/MAIN settings.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to navigate through the various settings within the menu.
Press the RECORD button to access a highlighted setting, or to access any of the submenus.
Press the RECORD button again to confirm a highlighted setting.
Press the MENU button again at any time to save your settings and exit the menu.
To imprint your CAR NUMBER or LICENSE PLATE NUMBER on recorded media:
While in either PHOTO or VIDEO mode, press the MENU button twice to access the
SETUP/MAIN settings.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to navigate through the various settings within the menu.
Once highlighted on “Car NO”, press the RECORD button to access the submenu.
You are presented with 3 choices for entering a character. The first selection is for using a blank
character. The second selection is for entering alphabetical letters and the third selection is for
entering numbers. To navigate between the different selections, press the MODE button.
Once highlighted on your desired character selection entry, use the UP and DOWN buttons to
scroll through the available characters for use.
Press the RECORD button to confirm a highlighted character. The submenu will automatically
proceed to the next character entry space.
Repeat the 3 previous steps until you have completed your desired character entry.
Press the MENU button again at any time to save your settings and exit the menu.
INTRODUCTION
The Minolta MNCD53 Car Camcorder integrates multi-functions of 1080p HD video capture, sound
recording and external memory storage. It adopts video decoding technology of high performance
and compression ratios, and contains an HDMI interface capable of transferring HD videos and audio
data with several sound channels uncompressed. This camcorder is intended for in-vehicle shooting,
which effectively enables the collection of evidence for driving accidents, daily life, traveling and
outdoor activities.
The Minolta MNCD53 allows you to record video when mounted to your car’s windshield in a wide,
large angle.
This quick guide explains how to use your camcorder and provides additional information, including
precautions and technical specifications. Please read through it carefully and understand this quick
guide before use. Keep it properly stored away for reference.
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Record
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Mode
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Parking Monitor
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Power
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Reset
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Microphone
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Speaker
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Lens
OVERVIEW
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Display
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MicroSD Card Slot
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Up
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Menu
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Down
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HDMI Port
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Mounting Port
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USB Port
GETTING STARTED
MicroSD Card Insertion and Removal
Ensure the camera is powered off.
Insert a MicroSD card into the MicroSD card slot with the gold pins facing the display screen. The
MicroSD card can only be inserted in one direction. Do not force it through. Once successfully
inserted, it will click in.
To remove the MicroSD card, simply push the MicroSD card in and it will bounce back out.
Power
In-Car Use
Connect the included Auxiliary USB Power adaptor to your car. Plug the USB plug into the
camcorder’s USB interface. Charging will begin immediately. Please note that the internal battery
has a very limited capacity and is only intended for use in emergency use situations.
USB Cord Use
Connect the included USB cable to a free USB port on your computer, and connect the other end into
the camcorder’s USB interface. The battery may be charged while the camcorder is powered on or
off.
While charging, the red indicator LED will illuminate. When charging is complete, the indicator LED
will automatically turn off.
Quick Use
Simply insert a MicroSD card into the MicroSD card slot, and insert the auxiliary power adaptor into
the camera’s USB port and your car’s power port. The camcorder will automatically power on and
begin recording. Remove the auxiliary power adaptor to automatically save the recording and power
the camcorder off. To manually stop recording at any time, press the RECORD button.
CAMCORDER OPERATION
Press the POWER button to power the camcorder on. The camcorder will automatically begin
recording video if a MicroSD card is inserted in the card slot. Press the power button for 5 seconds to
manually power off.
To switch between video, photo and playback modes, simply press the MODE button.
MODE icons are displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. Press the RECORD button to begin
recording video. You may press the UP and DOWN button to adjust the digital zoom.
VIDEO Mode PHOTO Mode
1. VIDEO Mode
2. Loop Recording Enabled
3. Motion Detection Recording Enabled
4. Exposure Value
5. G-Sensor Enabled
6. Microphone Enabled
7. Current Zoom Setting
8. Current Date
9. Current Time
10. Current Battery Power Level
11. MicroSD Card Inserted
12. Parking Mode Enabled
13. Current Video Resolution
14. Recording Time Remaining
15. WDR Enabled
VIDEO MODE
PHOTO MODE
1. PHOTO Mode
2. Exposure Value
3. Automatic White Balance Enabled
4. Automatic ISO Enabled
5. Digital Image Stabilization Enabled
6. Number of Pictures Remaining
7. Current Photo Resolution
8. Current Image Quality
9. MicroSD Card Inserted
10. Current Battery Power Level
PLAYBACK MODE
Press the MODE button until you enter PLAYBACK mode. It is the third mode. PLAYBACK mode
allows you to browse through your photos and videos, and allows you to playback files recorded by
your camcorder.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons to cycle through available playback files.
Press the MODE button again to exit PLAYBACK mode.
Playing Back Video Clips
Press the RECORD button to play or stop a video clip in PLAYBACK mode.
To fast forward, press the DOWN button while video is playing back.
To rewind, press the UP button while video is playing back.
Press the MENU button to delete a file, protect a file from deletion, or enable SLIDESHOW
PLAYBACK.
MENU INTERFACE
The menu interface is available in all 3 modes and the options settings differ depending on the
current mode enabled.
Video Mode Menu
While in VIDEO mode, press the MENU button to enter the recording menu interface.
Resolution: Sets the size of the video recording. 1080FHD is the highest and clearest setting.
Loop Recording: Allows you to set a maximum duration for each video clip recorded.
WDR: Balances lighting when one part of a scene is very dark, while another part is bright.
Exposure: Determines how light or dark an image will appear when capturing an image.
Motion Detection: Automatically records if movement is detected in front of the camera lens.
Record Audio: Allows you to enable or disable recording audio on a video clip.
Date Stamp: Allows you to add a date and time stamp on a video clip.
G-Sensor Recording: Allows you to set the sensitivity level for automatic recording upon collision.
A recording will be stored with the icon and the video file will be protected from deletion.
Photo Mode Menu
While in PHOTO mode, press the MENU button to enter the photo menu interface.
Capture Mode: Sets the delay time for capturing a photo. A timer can be also be set.
Resolution: Sets the size of the photo being captured. 12M is the highest and clearest setting.
Sequence: Enables a file sequence for captured photos.
Quality: Determines the quality level for captured photos. Fine is the highest and clearest setting.
Sharpness: Determines the image brilliance level inherent in the lens
White Balance: Determines the correct white color for captured photos.
Color: Allows you to set a predominate color cast over the captured photos.
ISO: Image sensor sensitivity in relation to captured photos.
Exposure: Determines how light or dark an image will appear when capturing an image.
Anti-Shaking: Enables digital image stabilization for capturing photos.
Quick Review: Determines the length of time of a captured image displayed after capture.
Date Stamp: Allows you to add a date and time stamp on a captured photo.
Setup / Main Menu
While in any mode, press the MENU button twice to enter the main menu interface.
Date/Time: Allows you to set a date and time for display on videos and photos.
Car No: Allows you to add a license plate number or other car identification number.
Auto Power Off: Allows you to set the delay time of automatically powering off the camcorder.
Parking Monitor: Will automatically power the camcorder on and record a video clip, if the
camcorder detects a collision while parked and powered off.
Beep Sound: Enables or disables the audible sound when pressing a button.
Language: Allows to set the menu and interface language.
TV Mode: Allows you set NTSC or PAL (depending on your region).
Frequency: Allows you to set 50Hz or 60Hz (depending on your region).
Backlight: Allows to set the duration of the backlight staying enabled.
Format: Allows to delete the entire contents of your inserted MicroSD card. This cannot be undone.
Default Setting: Allows to reset all of the settings to factory defaults.
Version: Displays the current firmware version.
MEDIA TRANSFER
Connecting to a Computer
Connect your camcorder to a computer with the included USB cable. When the camcorder
automatically powers on, the following prompts will display.
Select “Mass Storage” and press the RECORD key to continue.
Go to Start My Computers and find the removable disk. Your digital camera acts like a card-
reader when connected and can be easily accessed this way. Your media will be stored in a folder
on this removable disk.
Connecting to a TV
Connect your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable (not included) for playing and browsing HD
videos and photos.
Reset
If your camcorder freezes or becomes unresponsive, press the RESET button to reset and power
cycle the camcorder. Insert a pointy object into the reset hole to fully reset the camcorder.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
LCD Display Screen
Anti-Shake Technology
Digital Zoom
Field of View
Video Resolution
Photo Resolutions
File Format
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Seamless Record
G-Sensor Auto Recording
Motion Detecting Recording
Time/Date
External Storage
Languages
HDMI Interface
TV System
USB function
Microphone and Speaker
Built-in Battery
If you’re having difficulties with your camera, or would like
further assistance, please call our toll-free technical support
hotline at 800-441-1100. Please be sure to have your camera
handy when calling.
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