MINOLTA MN90NV Infrared Night Vision User Manual

MN90NV Infrared Night Vision

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About this Manual Congratulations on purchasing the Minolta MN90NV 1080p HD Camcorder! The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual camera.
Copyright This manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of Elite Brands Inc. © 2020.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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: · 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.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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.
RF Exposure Warning This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must

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be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. FCC: SAR standard Value: 1.6 W/Kg, Maximal Measure: 0.4 W/kg

CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Camera Information · Do not disassemble or attempt to service the camera yourself. · Do not expose the camera to moisture, or extreme temperatures. · Allow the camera to warm up when moving from cold to warm temperatures. · Do not touch and put pressure on the camera lens. · Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended periods. · Do not use abrasive chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean
the product. Wipe the product with a slightly damp soft cloth. · Do not use the flash or LED Light near a person’s eyes to prevent possible eye
injury. · To prevent you from falling over or resulting in traffic accident, please do not use
the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a vehicle. · Please handle the camera strap with care, and never place the strap around the
neck of an infant or child. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation. · Do not subject the LCD screen to impact. · To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Battery Information · Turn off the camera before installing or removing the battery. · Use only the provided batteries or type of battery and charger that came with
your camera. Using other types of battery or charger may damage the device and invalidate the warranty. · Inserting the battery upside down can cause damage to the product and possibly cause an explosion. · When the camera is used for an extended period of time, it is normal for the camera body to feel warm. · Download all pictures and remove the battery from the camera if you are going to store the camera for a long period of time. · The type of battery and the battery power level may cause the lens to be stuck up. Ensure you use the correct battery type and use a fully charged battery. · Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used

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batteries according to the instructions. · Please keep the batteries out of the reach of children to prevent from swallowing
batteries, which might cause poisoning. · Once the battery’s color changes or its shape is twisted, please stop using it.

USB adapter Information · Do not expose the adapter to high temperatures or moisture places. Otherwise, it
may cause fire or electric shock. · Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, change or transform the adapter. · Avoid sudden changes in temperature, which may cause condensation on the
adapter’s internal surfaces. Please do not use it immediately in this situation. · Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock. · Do not use the travel voltage converter or AC/DC power inverter. Otherwise, it
may cause damage, overheating, malfunction or fire to the camera.

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1.1 Camcorder Interface
[front view] [rear view] [top view] [bottom view] [side view]

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1.2 Button Function Description

Function

Description

Power | IR Mode Menu

Press for 3 seconds to power on or off. Tap once to enable or disable IR night vision. Tap to cycle between Video, Photo and Setup modes. Tap to access and exit all menus and submenus.

Zoom | Up/Down
Photo | OK Record Playback Infrared Night Vision Tripod Mount

In Video or Photo: Press right to zoom-in. Press left to zoom-out. In menu: Press to select submenu In Playback: Press to scroll through media gallery. In Video Playback: Press to fast forward and rewind. Button used during menu navigation and playback use. In Photo: Tap to capture a photo. OK button in menus. Tap to confirm a setting
In Video: Tap to start/stop recording video.
In Photo: Tap to enter playback mode. In Video: Tap to enter playback mode. Infrared LED to aid with vision and recording in darkness. Mount port for attaching to a tripod nut.

Memory Card Door Battery Door

Door to cover storage slot for inserting a memory card. Door to cover the battery compartment.

Speaker Lens

Built-in speaker output for playback of video files when audio recording is enabled. Front capture device for all video and photo.

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2.1 Inserting the Memory Card Insert the included SD memory card to record and store your videos and photos. When the battery is low, media stored on the memory card will not be erased. Please insert the SD memory card by following the steps below:

1. Open the screen and open the memory card door on the bottom by pushing in the direction of the arrow.
2. Insert the memory card. Ensure that the metal contacts are inserted first. Push the memory card in until you hear an audible click. The memory card can only be inserted in one way. Do not force the card in if it will not go in smoothly.
3. Close the memory card door by pushing it down and sliding it back into place. 4. To remove the memory card, simply push in and the card will eject back out.

1. Open the SD card door
2. Insert the memory card as shown
NOTE: x Please format the memory card before using the camcorder
(Caution, this will erase all data on the card).
x Do not remove or insert the memory card when recording. It may damage the card or cause data loss.
x Memory card rating must be Class 10 or above.

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2.2 Installing the Battery Insert the lithium-ion battery into the battery compartment with the metal contacts facing the back of the camcorder. The battery can only inserted one way.

2.3 Charging the Battery Connect your camcorder to the included AC adaptor with the USB cable provided for charging. Insert the small end of the USB plug into the camcorder’s port, and the larger end in to the included AC adaptor.
2.4 Powering the Camcorder On/Off Hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to power the camcorder on. To power the camcorder off, press and hold the POWER button for a further 3 seconds.
The camcorder will automatically power on and off when the screen is opened or closed. If the camcorder’s battery is low, a “Low Power” message will display on the screen and it will automatically shut down within a few seconds to prevent memory corruption or loss.
2.5 Switching Modes Press the MODE button to cycle between Video, Photo and Setup Modes. The corresponding mode will be displayed in the top left corner

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of the screen. You may also tap the corresponding mode icon in the top left corner of the touch screen to change modes.

2.6 Connecting to a Computer Your camcorder can connect to a computer to transfer photo and video files for viewing and editing, as shown below. Once connected and powered on, the camcorder’s screen will enter “Mass Storage” mode automatically.

2.7 Connecting to a TV The camcorder can also be connected to a TV. When connected, the camcorder screen will turn off and the camcorder will function normally. Use the TV as the camcorder monitor.

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2.8 Video Mode Press the MODE button to switch to Video Mode. The meaning of each icon within Video Mode is explained in the table below:

1. Video Mode

2. Recording Time

3. Video Quality Indicator 7) Memory Card Inserted

4. Exposure

5. Battery Level

6. Video Size (Resolution) 9) Menu Setup

7. Frame Rate

8. IR LED Light

2.9 Photo Mode Press the MODE button to switch to Photo Mode. The meaning of each icon within Photo Mode is explained in the table below:

1. Photo Mode

2. Photo Size (Resolution) 9) Battery Level

3. White Balance

4. Photo Quality Indicator 10) Menu Setup

5. Metering 4) Exposure Value

6. Remaining Image Space 11) IR LED Light 8) Memory Card Inserted

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2.10 Using the Zoom Function This camcorder has a digital zoom function. To operate the zoom function, slide the ZOOM button right to zoom in closer to the subject, and to the left to zoom away from the subject.
2.11 Using the IR Night Vision Mode This camcorder has built-in infrared (IR) LEDs for night vision recording giving you the ability to capture photos and videos in a dark environment.
In Photo or Video mode, short-press the POWER/IR button once to enable the IR LED light. When the IR LED light is enabled, the IR LED light indicator in the middle left of the screen will display in white.
To disable the IR light, short-press the POWER/IR button again. You will notice that the IR light indicator on the screen will now be grayed out.
Note: The photos and videos taken while the IR LED is enabled will be recorded in black and white.
The IR LED cannot be enabled or disabled during a recording.
2.12 Attaching External Accessories This camcorder supports lens filters & attachments. Simply utilize the front lens diameter 34mm threading for any desired attachments.

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3.1 Video Recording Power the camcorder on and it will be ready to record clips right away. You may press the MODE button or press the icon in the top left hand corner of the touch screen to switch to another mode. A camcorder icon will appear in the top left hand corner of the screen when you are in Video mode.
1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in view. 2. Hold the camcorder steady and press the RECORD button to begin recording. 3. When recording begins, a rolling timer will display in red in the top right hand
corner of the screen. This indicates the recorded video time elapsed. 4. Press the PHOTO button to pause and resume recording. Press the RECORD
button to stop recording. 5. The recorded video files will automatically save onto the inserted memory card.
3.1.1 Movie Size (Resolution) Your camcorder has a number of preset resolutions and frames per second rates. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Movie Size’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theMovie Size’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected setting (1080P 30fps, 720P 60fps, 720P 30fps, 640x480P 60fps). A higher resolution and faster frames per second rate will produce a higher quality and larger video file.
3.1.2 Video Quality The Video Quality function determines the level of compression the camcorder uses when saving videos to a memory card. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Video Quality’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theVideo Quality’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to select the required quality option (Super Fine,
Fine, Normal), and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected image option. Fine uses the least amount of compression for saving, and as a result produces a higher video quality.
3.1.3 Loop Record This function allows you to set a maximum duration for each video clip recorded. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select `Loop Record’ using the ZOOM button. Press the PHOTO button to

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enter the `Loop Record’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to select the required loop duration option (Off,
1 Minute, 3 Minutes, 5 Minutes), and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected option. Once you select an option, your camcorder will record video clips in this interval only. Once this duration is reached, the camcorder will seamlessly end recording and begin recording a new video file.

3.1.4 White Balance White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem warmer or cooler depending on how the light you’re shooting in affects the frame. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select White Balance’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theWhite Balance’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO button to
confirm your selected setting (Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Fluorescent L).
3.1.5 Exposure This function adjusts the frame brightness in your video. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Exposure’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theExposure’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected exposure mode (-2.0, -1.7, -1.3, -1.0, -0.7, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0, +1.3, +1.7, +2.0).

3.1.6 Stabilizer This function enables photo capture in high speed and low- light by electronically minimizing motion blur and reducing camera shake. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Stabilizer’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theStabilizer’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected option (Off, On).

3.1.7 Metering Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate exposure (quantity of light reaching the camcorder lens). Spot metering will only base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. CenterWeighted metering will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi

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setting measures the light at several points on the screen. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Metering’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theMetering’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to select the required Metering option (Center,
Multi, Spot), and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected option.

3.1.8 Video Effect This function sets the color filter effect of a video. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Effect’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theEffect’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected filter (Normal, Black & White, Sepia, Negative).

3.1.9 Slow Motion This function sets the frame rate of the recorded video to a much slower 10 frames per second. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Slow Motion’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theSlow Motion’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected setting (Off, On).

3.1.10 Time-Lapse This feature allows you to capture long sequences of events in a much shorter time period. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Time Lapse’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theTime Lapse’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected setting (Off, Interval of 3 Seconds, 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute).
NOTE: By selecting ’10 Sec’ the camera will capture a photo every 10 seconds and create a time-lapse video. To disable Time-Lapse recording, select `Off’ in this submenu.

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3.1.11 Time Lapse Duration The duration for the time lapse setting is determined in the menu. The option chosen here will record for the chosen duration. 1. In Video Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Time Lapse Duration’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theTime Lapse Duration’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the
PHOTO button to confirm your selected option (Unlimited, 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes, 15 Minutes, 20 Minutes, 30 Minutes, 60 Minutes). For example, by selecting 15Min the camera will record for 15 minutes of real time. If 10 Sec is selected in the previous menu, the camera will capture a photo every 10 seconds for 15 minutes.

Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be navigated via the touch screen. Press the `MENU’ icon in the bottom left hand corner of the touch
screen to change chosen settings.

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3.2 Photo Shooting Power the camcorder on and press the MODE button or press the icon in the top left hand corner of the touch screen to switch to Photo mode. 1. Line up your shot by looking at the LCD screen to see what is in the shot. 2. Hold the camera steady and press the PHOTO button to capture a photo. 3. The number of photos that can be captured at a particular resolution
will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen. 4. A “no card” message will be displayed on the screen if there is no SD card
inserted in the camcorder’s memory card slot. A “storage card full” message will be shown on the screen when the SD card is full. 5. The number of remaining photos is determined by the selected photo resolution. The higher the photo resolution, the lower the number of photos you are able to be save to the memory card. Before capturing any photos, you can select a preferred photo resolution.
3.2.1 Resolution (Photo Size) This function sets the photo resolution. The higher the resolution, the greater the photo quality and the larger the file size of the photo. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Resolution’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theResolution’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to select a resolution, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm the selected photo resolution (24MP, 20MP, 16MP, 12MP, 10MP, 8MP, 7MP, 5MP, 3MP, 2MP).
3.2.2 Quality The Photo Quality function determines the level of compression the camcorder uses when saving photos to a memory card. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Quality’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theQuality’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to select the required quality option (Super Fine,
Fine, Normal), and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected image option. Super Fine uses the least amount of compression for saving, and as a result produces a higher photo quality.
3.2.3 Metering Metering mode refers to the way in which a camera determines the appropriate exposure (quantity of light reaching the camcorder lens). Spot metering will only base the exposure setting on a very small area of the scene. CenterWeighted metering will use the light from the center of the LCD and the Multi

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setting measures the light at several points on the screen. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Metering’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theMetering’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to select the required Metering option (Center,
Multi, Spot), and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected option.

3.2.4 White Balance White Balance changes the color of light in your pictures, making it seem warmer or cooler depending on how the light you’re shooting in affects the frame. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select White Balance’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theWhite Balance’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected setting (Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Fluorescent L).

3.2.5 ISO This function adjusts the light sensitivity in your photograph. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select ISO’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theISO’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM buttons to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected ISO (Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400).

3.2.6 Exposure This function adjusts the frame brightness in your photograph.

1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Exposure’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theExposure’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
   button to confirm your selected exposure mode (-2.0, -1.7, -1.3, -1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0, +1.3, +1.7, +2.0).

3.2.7 Self-Timer This function determines the time delay before a photograph is captured. This setting can be used by photographers to take photographs of themselves. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select `Self Timer’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button

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to enter the `Self Timer’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected option (Off, 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds, Double).

3.2.8 Photo Burst This function allows to you capture consecutive photos with one click of the PHOTO button. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Photo Burst’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter thePhoto Burst’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected setting (Off, 3, 5, 10).

3.2.9 Sharpness This function adjusts the visible detail of a photograph. 1. In Photo Mode, press the MENU button. 2. Select Sharpness’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theSharpness’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm how sharp you would like your photograph to be (Hard, Normal, Soft).

3.2.10 Effect This function sets the color filter effect of a photograph. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Effect’ using the UP or DOWN buttons and press the PHOTO button to enter theColor Filter’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected filter (Normal, B&W, Sepia, Negative, Red, Green, Blue).

3.2.11 Date/Time Stamp This function adds a date/time stamp to your photographs. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Date Stamp’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theDate Stamp’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu and the PHOTO button
for your selected setting (Off, Date, Date and Time). Section 3.3.4 explains how to set the time & date on your camcorder.
Note that once a date/time stamp is captured on a photograph, it cannot be removed.

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3.2.12 Photo Stabilization This function enables photo capture in high speed and low-light by electronically minimizing motion blur and reducing camera shake. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Stabilizer’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theStabilizer’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO button
to confirm your selected option (Off, On).
3.2.13 Scene Modes This function adjusts the camera’s settings to predetermined values that will produce the best image for that selected scene.

1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Scene Modes’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theScene Modes’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
   button to confirm your selected option (Auto, Landscape, Portrait, Sport, Flower, Beach, Aquarium, Snow, Sunset, Night Scene, Fireworks).
   3.2.14 Face Detection This function allows you to set your camera to detect faces in a scene and adjust your camera’s setting for the most optimal picture. You can also enable your camera to capture a photo once a smile is detected on the faces in a scene. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Face Detection’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theFace Detection’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
   button to confirm your selected option (Off, On, Smile Detect). The On setting will enable Face Detection. The Smile Detect setting will enable your camera to capture a photo once a smile is detected on the faces in a scene.
   3.2.15 Time Lapse This function allows you to capture a long sequence of events in a much shorter time period. This specific setting will determine how often an image is automatically captured. 1. In Photo Mode, press the MENU button. 2. Select Time Lapse’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theTime Lapse’ submenu.

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3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected option (Off, 3 Seconds, 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute). For example, by selecting 10 Sec the camera will capture a photo every 10 seconds for a determined time period as selected in the Time Lapse Duration setting (see next setting).

3.2.16 Time Lapse Duration The duration for the time lapse setting is determined in the menu. The option chosen here will record for the chosen duration. 1. In Photo Mode press the MENU button. 2. Select Time Lapse Duration’ using the ZOOM button and press the PHOTO button to enter theTime Lapse Duration’ submenu. 3. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO
button to confirm your selected option (Unlimited, 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes, 15 Minutes, 20 Minutes, 30 Minutes, 60 Minutes). For example, by selecting 15 Min, the camera will record for 15 minutes of real time. If 10 Sec is selected in the previous menu, the camera will capture a photo every 10 seconds for 15 minutes.

Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be navigated via the touch screen. Press the `MENU’ icon in the bottom left hand corner of the touch screen to change chosen settings.

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3.3 Setup Menu Basic settings can be changed in the Setup menu. These include date & time, language and sound options. Power the camera on and press the MODE button, or press the icon in the top left hand corner of the touch screen to switch to setup mode. A menu will display on the screen.

3.3.1 Sounds This function can set the sound volume on your camcorder. 1. In Setup Mode, use the ZOOM button to select Sounds’ and press the PHOTO button to enter theSounds’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to switch between Shutter’,Beep’ and Volume’. Press the RECORD button to change the setting of theShutter’ option (the sound made when a photo is captured), the Beep’ option (the sound is made when the camcorder mode is cycled) and theVolume’ option (the volume level of the camera sounds). 3. Once you are happy with the sound settings press the PHOTO button confirm your setting and exit the submenu.

3.3.2 Frequency This function sets the frequency of the camcorder from 50Hz to 60Hz. Please check the frequency of your location and set accordingly. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to select Frequency’ and press the PHOTO button to enter theFrequency’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to select your desired frequency. Then press the PHOTO button to confirm your selection (50Hz, 60Hz). The default frequency for the United States is 60Hz.

3.3.3 Power Save This function sets the duration of time in which the camcorder will wait with no user input before automatically powering off. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to navigate and select Power Save’ and press the PHOTO button to enter thePower Save’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu and then press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected setting (Off, 1 Minute, 3 Minutes, 5 Minutes).

3.3.4 Date and Time This function allows you to set the current Date and Time on your recorded video clips and captured photos. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to select Date and Time’ and press the PHOTO button to enter the Date and Time’ submenu. 2. Press the RECORD button to switch between year, month, date, hours

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and minutes. 3. Once highlighted on your desired field, press the ZOOM button to cycle
through numbers. 4. The date format can be changed to display in three formats; YY/MM/DD,
DD/MM/YY or MM/DD/YY. 5. Once completed with all of the fields, press the OK button to confirm the
changes.

3.3.5 Language This function allows you to set the camcorder’s interface language. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to select Language’ and press the PHOTO button to enter theLanguage’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to select your desired language. Then press the PHOTO button to confirm your selection.

3.3.6 TV Output This function allows you to set how you view your media on your television. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to select TV Out’ and press the PHOTO button to enter theTV Out’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to select your desired setting (NTSC for US or Canada or PAL for Europe). Then press the PHOTO button to confirm your selection.

3.3.7 Format The format setting erases all photos, videos and data stored on your memory card. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to select `Format…’ and press the PHOTO button to enter the submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to select your desired selection, press the PHOTO button for your selected setting (Cancel, OK). NOTE: This will delete all of your media and cannot be undone.

3.3.8 Reset All Factory default settings can be restored in this menu. This function will not delete the media stored on the memory card, and will only restore all of the menu’s setting back to factory default settings. 1. In Setup Mode use the ZOOM button to select Reset All…’ and press the PHOTO button to enter theReset All…’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to select your desired option, then press the PHOTO button to confirm your selection (Yes, No).

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3.4 Playback Mode Videos and photos captured on your camcorder can be easily played back.
1. Press the ZOOM button to cycle through the captured videos and photos stored on the memory card.
2. To enter into a video or photo, press the PHOTO button. 3. When viewing a photo push the ZOOM button to the right and it will zoom in on
the picture on the screen. Use the touch screen to navigate while zoomed in. 4. Tap the right side of the screen to move right, the left to move left, the top to
move up and the bottom to move down.
Power the camcorder on and press the PLAYBACK button to switch to Playback Mode. In Playback Mode the following options are available:
3.4.1 Protect This function protects the photo/video file. The file will be protected from being deleted accidentally. Files must be unprotected to be deleted. 1. In Playback Mode press the MENU button, and use the ZOOM button to
select Protect’ and press the PHOTO button to enter theProtect’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu and press the PHOTO button to confirm your selected setting (Single, Protect All, Unprotect All). 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu without protecting any pictures or videos.
3.4.2 Delete This function is used to delete photos and videos. Photos and videos can be deleted singly or all at once. 1. In Playback Mode press the MENU button, and use the ZOOM button
to select Delete’. Press the PHOTO button to enter theDelete’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM button to navigate the menu, and press the PHOTO button for your selected setting (Single, All). 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu without deleting any pictures or videos.

3.4.3 Slideshow Photographs can be viewed as a slideshow on the camcorder. 1. In Playback Mode press the MENU, and use the ZOOM button to
select Slide Show…’ Press the PHOTO button to enter theSlide

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Show…’ submenu. 2. Press the ZOOM buttons to navigate the menu. 3. To change the photo interval, select Interval’ and press the RECORD button to choose between 1 to 10 seconds. 4. To repeat the images, select Repeat’ and press the RECORD button to
change from Off’ toOn’. 5. Once your desired settings are selected, use the ZOOM button to select
Start’ then press the PHOTO button to start the slideshow. 6. To pause and restart the slide show press the PHOTO button, to cancel the slide show press the MENU button. 7. To exit theSlide Show…’ submenu, press the MENU button.

3.4.4 Video Playback Videos can be played back and viewed on your camcorder.

1. In Playback Mode, press the ZOOM button to select the video file for
   playback. 2. Press the PHOTO button to start playing the video. Press the PHOTO
   button a second time to pause the video. 3. During playback, push the ZOOM button (left or right) to fast forward or rewind
   the playing video. 4. Your camera can support touch screen navigation in Playback Mode.
   x Tapping the ” ” icon will Play the video file. x Tapping the ” ” icon will Stop the video file. x Tapping the ” ” icon will Pause the video file. x Tapping the ” ” icon will rewind if a video is already playing. Tap the icon
   multiple times for different rewind speeds.
   x Tapping the ” ” icon will rewind if a video is already playing. Tap the icon multiple times for different rewind speeds.
   Alternatively, your camcorder’s menus can be navigated via the touch screen. Press the `MENU’ icon in the bottom left
   hand corner of the screen to change chosen setting.

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4.1 Technical Specifications

Model Number
Lens Zoom Image Sensor Shutter Speed Shutter Pixels (photo)
Pixels (video)

Minolta MN90NV
Fixed Focus · f=7.5mm · F/3.2 · 34mm Front Threading for Lens Accessory Attachments 16X Digital Zoom 1/3.2″ IMX179 Sony CMOS; 3288×2512 Pixels 1/60 ~ 1/30 sec Electronic · Anti-Shake Image Stabilization JPEG: 24 MP · 20 MP · 16 MP · 12 MP · 10 MP · 8 MP · 7 MP · 5 MP · 3 MP · 2MP · 16:9 (7 MP) · 16:9 (2 MP)
MOV: 1080p30fps · 720p60fps · 720p30fps · VGAp60fps

ISO Sensitivity Auto · 50 · 100 · 200 · 400

LCD Monitor Assistive Light Power Saving Mode White Balance Control
Scene Modes

262k 3.0 Inch 16:9 Wide LCD Touch Screen Infrared LED (for shooting in dark scenery)
OFF · 1 Minutes · 3 Minutes · 5 Minutes
Auto · Daylight · Cloudy · Incandescent · Fluorescent H · Fluorescent L Auto · Landscape · Portrait · Sport · Flower · Beach · Aquarium · Snow · Sunset · Night · Fireworks

Loop Recording · Slow Motion · Time-Lapse · Photo Special Features
Burst Recording Media SD · SDHC; Maximum: 32GB

I/O Ports Power

5-pin Mini USB, USB 2.0 (high speed) · Mini HDMI C Type · Microphone (built-in MIC) · Speaker · Microphone Input (3.5mm) · Hot Shoe NP-120; 3.7v, 1000mAh

Dimensions

4.6 x 1.65 x 2.36 in. · 7.02 oz.

Minolta is a registered trademark of JMM Lee Properties, LLC and is used in the United States by Elite Brands Inc. under license.
40 Wall Street, 61st Floor, New York, NY 10005 USA · Tel: 800-441-1100 www.minoltadigital.com · www.elitebrands.com Copyright © 2020 Elite Brands Inc.
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.

References

• Elite Brands Inc.
• Minolta Digital

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