Sanyo VPC - Answered Questions & Fixed Issues

Try NOT connecting your camera to your computer. The best way to download pictures from your camera to your computer involves removing the memory card from the camera and plugging it into a card reader (either built-in to the computer or connected via USB). This is likely to be faster than connecting the camera to the computer, and won't run down your camera's batteries. Once the card is plugged in, it will appear to your computer as a removable drive. You can use the operating system's drag&drop facility to copy pictures from the card to the computer's hard drive, the same way you copy any other files. Or you can use any photo management program such as Picasa. Organize edit and share your photos

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LCD broken and need more service machine

You can download the manual from the manufacturer's web site at
http://us.sanyo.com/dynamic/product/Downloads/VPC-CG10_OM_English-33168772.pdf

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Before using the camera in under water, you have to secure that battery cover,card slot cover snd DC IN terminal cover are completely closed to prvent water from getting inside the camera and damaging it. Please note that the camera accessories are not waterproof.

Yes, Sanyo VPC-WH1 High Definition Camcorder is a waterproof camcorder, however you can not used it in all types of water. Below are the Cautions concerning use in water.

* The waterproof properties of the camera apply to fresh water and saltwater only. They do not apply to cleaning substances, chemicals or water from spas.
* Do not immerse in water at a depth greater that 3.0m (9.84ft)
* Do not subject the camera to high-pressure water.
* Do not immerse in water for longer than 60 minutes.
After 60 min. of use in water, allow it to dry for at least 10 min.
* Do not immerse in water that is warmer than 40 degree C.
* Do not open and close the battery cover, card slot cover or DC IN terminal cover with wet hands.
* Do not open and close the battery cover, card slot cover or DC IN terminal cover on the beach or at the poolside.
* Do not jolt the camera while it is immersed in water. doing so may cause the battery cover, card slot cover or DC IN terminal cover to open.

And one more thing that you have to do is to chaged/replaced the waterproof seals every year with new ones. For replacing the seals, please consult your dealer and take note that there is a fee for replacing the waterproof seals.

I hope this information will give you an idea on how to use your camera under water.

Feel free to send us your comments and suggestions.

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If there's no external sticker showing the serial number, threre should be one below battery space.

On my HD Tv, I have to press the "Input" button on the remote - and that displays a list on the screen.... Aux, TV, PC, Game, HDMI. Find the equvalent button on your TV Remote and select the HDMI port as the "Input" and you should be good to go.

I agree that you're having a grounding problem concerning the built in mic. This could be caused by a cracked or broken solder joint on the circuit board, or ribbon connector, if used, but usually condenser mics are wired. You'll have to get in there and look around carefully for the problem, or workaround it by using the external mic.
One more thing to check is that the jack for the external mic is good, and it's solder connections, since in it's "open state", the contacts have to be short-circuited to the internal jack assembly.
Anyway, it's probably some physical problem, versus software, so keep investigating that route.
Good luck, and hope this helps.

Please check and adjust your white balance in sub menu. You can use trial and error method to get the best video appearance and delete the bad videos from camera memory.

Usually the process of formatting memory cards wipes off all information on a memory card. If after formatting the cards shows problem with memory card then the memory card has bad sectors which make the card no longer usable.
Bad sectors in a memory card are usually caused by poor storage of information and viruses. Best solution will be to replace the card but if not connect the card to a PC and defragment this will seperate the bad sectors from the good ones. Although you will not have full use of the card size.
Hope this solution has been helpful?

Apologies for the extreme delay in answering, I've just been specifically searching for old unanswered questions. I realise that the information is probably far too late for you, but it may help others searching the site for answers to the same problem.

Your camera has a lens error, this is such a common fault that I hope you don't mind me pasting my stock generic answer below. No point in reinventing the wheel!

Stuck lenses are probably the most common reason that compact digital cameras get thrown away, but there's a fair chance of recovering use of your camera again

The fault is commonly caused by dirt or grit blocking the mechanism, or due to it having suffered a recent fall. Another common cause is that the camera was in a pocket or bag and the power button accidentally activated and tried to open the lens against resistance. The mechanism may have simply become dislodged or there may be parts which have broken.

If your camera is still under warranty and has definitely not been subject to misuse then contact the Sanyo service department in your country to find out about a free repair. If the warranty has expired though a professional repair will far exceed the cost of replacing your camera. You will therefore have nothing to lose by trying to fix this yourself.

Please click here and you will be taken to an excellent article provided by the Camera Repair website. For the most part, you'll be guided on how to physically manipulate your camera to try and clear the fault. Although the article mentions Canon a few times, the advice applies equally to all cameras with lens errors and is not model-specific.

If the link doesn't work then cut and paste the following address into your browser:-

http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/12/fixing-lens-error-on-digital-camera.html
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The problem is that the lens has become stuck in the barrel. There are some DIY solutions you could try, but the probability is that you will have to get it fixed by a professional.

Use these at own risk as it may further damage the camera.

Firstly , try connecting your ac adapter or usb cable.

Try holding the shutter button while switching on the camera.

Look at the lens , and if some of the lens 'circles' is misaligned or not concentric then try wiggling it (while holding camera lens down).

Try gently pushing or pulling the lens when it extends but this is risky as it may cause the lens barrel to slip out of its guidance system.

Another way to do this is to place the camera lens down on a hard surface and then power it up. Be sure to use a soft cloth or something similar as to not scratch your lens or casing. Let the lens push the camera up and down a few times and sometimes the little resistance provided by the camera is enough to get things going again.

Try hitting your camera near the lens on the body with the soft tissue on the palm of your hand.

Other than that , I would take the camera to a repair center for a evaluation to see if it would cost more to repair than to replace the camera.

If it is still under warranty I would suggest you take it in before trying any of these steps and remove any off-brand batteries or accessories as some stores are really fussy about warranty repairs on camera's with non-brand accessories.

You can also have a look at THIS link.

Hope the advise is useful. please do not hesitate to let me know if you need any further assistance.

Regards
Andrea

This is issue may be solved here: hdmom.com/forum/sanyo-xacti/86507-hd1-black-screen-info-needed-2.htmloops

The NV3 uses a modified XviD MPEG-4 file format, and nearly every video you want to view on your camera has to be converted to that format with the included software.

its could be but if your tech you can fixed,
if not
you better see a technician whit experience
its the best i can tell...

Here is a screen shot of the menu you should see when you turn it on set it to normal mode and press the menu button, in english instead of the japanese you are seeing. I am hoping for your sake the menus are laid out the same way and only the words or characters are different.
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Scroll down to the second wrench, select the second from the bottom, and press SET. English should be the first option at the top of the next screen. Highlight the first option and press SET.

I uploaded the manual of this camera to fixya, though it may not turn up for a day or two due to processing.

Look through my other posts for this camera and you will find the link to the cameras manual online elsewhere.

I hope that helps.

Hi there, 

Well lens errors are very common in these digital cameras. Usually it's sand or grit interfering with the lens extension mechanism. 

Check the below link to do a try to correct it -

http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/12/fixing-lens-error-on-digital-camera.html

If further you have the same problem it means there is a gear-motor alignment of the lens which moves in and out with the help of motor. This part is replaceable at an authorized Sanyo Service Center. Aprox repair cost is $120.

Good Luck!!

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Unfortunately only way is to replace control unit.