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camcorder again, and set-up will start 
again.

Why does the camcorder sometimes not 
record the right color?

To record both indoors and outdoors, 

 

and not having to change any settings, 
the camcorder has an automatic white-
balance correction. This enables you 
to record both indoors and outdoors 
where the amount of light in the 
environment changes. If you move fast 
from outdoors to indoors, the camcorder 
might need some time to correct that, 
and in extreme cases the colors might 
seem a bit unnatural. However, after 
a few seconds this will be corrected 
automatically by the camcorder.

How do I connect it to a Windows PC/laptop?

Connect the camcorder to your PC/

 

laptop via USB. The USB pop-out 
connector is strong enough to support 
the camcorder when it is plugged into 
the PC’s USB port. For easy sharing and 
editing, install the software program 
(Media Impression HD) that comes with 
the camcorder.

How do I connect it to a Mac?

The camcorder works with the Mac via 

 

USB. The USB pop-out connector is 
strong enough to support the camcorder 
when it is plugged into the USB port. 
The camcorder works great with the 
iMovie software, which is part of the 
iLife package that comes with your Mac. 
To transfer videos using iMovie, simply 
connect the camcorder to your Mac via 
USB, launch iMovie and start importing 
by clicking the camcorder icon. Select 
‘Use original quality’ to ensure the best 
quality, and to maintain file sizes at an 
optimum.

What is HD?

HD stands for High Definition. The 

 

camcorder captures videos in high 
definition (720p), which is also the 

How do I charge the camcorder?

You can charge the camcorder via the 

 

USB pop-out connector. When you 
connect it to your PC/laptop it will 
automatically charge. You can also plug 
the camcorder via the pop-out USB into 
a USB charger. 

How long do I have to charge the camcorder?

The camcorder is fully charged for first 

 

usage. The camcorder charge time when 
connected to your PC/laptop is 3 hours. 
When you charge it via USB adaptor, the 
charge time is 2 hours.

How do I fast-forward or rewind on the 
camcorder?

You can fast-forward during play of a 

 

movie by pressing the right-button for 2 
seconds. You can rewind during play of 
a movie by pressing the left-button for 2 
seconds.

Can I connect the camcorder directly to TV, 
DVD/Blu-ray player or Home Cinema set via 
their USB-port?

The USB plug is designed to share your 

 

videos/pictures to your PC or Laptop. 
You can plug the CAM100 directly into 
your TV, DVD/Blu-ray player or Home 
cinema set (called the host from this 
point on), and it will play the pictures that 
are stored on the CAM100. To play the 
videos from the CAM100, it depends if 
your host supports the file format H.264 
of the CAM100. Most Blu-ray enabled 
players are able to play this format.

Camcorder stopped responding?

In the unlikely event that your camcorder 

 

stops responding, you can manually reset 
it. The reset button is located under 
the HDMI headphone/AV out cover. 
There you see a small opening above 
the HDMI connection. Please use a small 
prying object (like a pen) to insert and 
press gently for resetting. After you have 
reset the camcorder, please turn on the 

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Summary of Contents for CAM101

Page 1: ...Register your product and get support at www philips com welcome EN User manual CAM101 ...

Page 2: ...the date and time for first time users only 9 Select a menu display language 9 Charge the built in battery 9 4 Use your camcorder 10 Record video 10 Take pictures 10 Play 10 Options during video play 10 Adjust settings 11 5 Use more of your camcorder 11 View video or pictures onTV 11 Install and use the camcorder software 12 6 Technical specifications 13 7 Frequently asked questions FAQ 13 ...

Page 3: ...us situations Do not use headphones while operating a motorized vehicle cycling skateboarding etc it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user s authority to operate the equipment 1 Important Safety a Read these instructions b Keep these instructions c Heed ...

Page 4: ...c products Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste Correct disposal of your old product helps to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006 66 EC which cannot be disposed with normal household waste Please inform yourself...

Page 5: ...s take pictures play recorded movies or pictures either directly or on the large screen of a connected TV upload the recorded movies or pictures to the Internet directly What s in the box Make sure that the following items are packed in the box Camcorder AV cable Quick start guide Pouch Hand strap EN ...

Page 6: ...ay panel d Shutter button In viewfinder mode take a picture or start stop video recording Functional overview a Built in speaker b Display panel c In viewfinder mode zoom in out Navigate up down in a menu Change a value in the settings menu a b c d e f g h q r o n m l k j i p En gl i s h EN ...

Page 7: ...klight on the display panel turns off In play mode switch to viewfinder mode e In viewfinder mode switch to play mode In play mode play a selected video clip Confirm settings f MICRO SD Connect a Micro SD card g Navigate left right in a menu Select a menu option In play mode turn to the previous next picture video clip In viewfinder mode switch to the settings menu h USB connector i Eject the USB conn...

Page 8: ...s Set the date and time for first time users only When you turn on the camcorder for the first time a menu for date and time setting appears 1 Press to highlight Yes A date setting menu appears 2 Press to select the day month and year fields successively 3 Press to change the value of each field 4 Press to confirm the date setting A time setting menu appears 5 Press to select the hour and minute fields ...

Page 9: ...g video play press Listen through headphone Plug a headphone into the AV OUT socket on the camcorder 4 Use your camcorder Record video 1 Switch the mode switch button to The selected resolution and remaining recording time appear on the display panel 2 Hold the camcorder steadily and aim the lens as needed 3 Press the shutter button to start recording A red time indicator appears on the display pa...

Page 10: ...ng 4 Press to confirm the setting and return to viewfinder mode Description Scene Select an automatic exposure mode that matches your shot for easy shooting Effects Add a special effect to your shooting Resolution Select a video resolution Volume Change the keypad tone and operation sound Date Set the date Time Set the time Auto power Enable disable automatic power off mode Capture sound Turn on off...

Page 11: ...lso import the video picture files with the camcorder software for PC or iMovie for Mac Install and use the camcorder software With the software ArcSoft MediaImpression HD Edition available in the internal memory of the camcorder you can import edit archive or upload your pictures videos to the Internet easily Note The software supplied only works on PCs that operate Microsoft Windows XP Vista and ...

Page 12: ...hands during shooting During video capture do not move the camcorder too fast Use a tripod not supplied if necessary Why do my video pictures look distorted on a TV screen Select the correct TV system 6 Technical specifications Product information is subject to change without prior notice Image sensor 1 4 1 1M CMOS sensor Operation modes Movie record picture record Lens focusing Fixed Focus mode F...

Page 13: ...gh Definition The camcorder captures videos in high definition 720p which is also the How do I charge the camcorder You can charge the camcorder via the USB pop out connector When you connect it to your PC laptop it will automatically charge You can also plug the camcorder via the pop out USB into a USB charger How long do I have to charge the camcorder The camcorder is fully charged for first usage ...

Page 14: ...s on TV To play back on TV please use an HDMI connector mini HDMI to standard HDMI if your TV accepts HDMI input or use the video out cable provided Why is there no lens cover The camcorder comes without a lens cover keeping it simple to use and fuss free It is made of robust material that doesn t scratch under normal usage A travel pouch and a lens cloth are provided allowing you to keep the camc...

Page 15: ... 2010 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V All rights reserved CAM101_12_UM_V1 0 ...

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