Canon E 500 User Manual

Canon

8mm VIDEO CAMCORDER

Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTIONS B. P. ENG

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Before Using the Camcorder_________________

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Charging the Battery Pack

Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before using.

1. Connect the battery pack to CA-100.

2. Plug into the AC outlet.

When battery pack is fully charged, the charge indicator glows steadily.

Attaching the Battery Pack

1. Slide the battery pack into the power source compartment.

Slightly loosen the grip belt and press it down for easy battery loading.

2. Press the battery pack until it clicks and locks in place.

Recording Advice for Shooting

Before recording , make sure a power source is attached to the camcorder.

1. Press the OPERATE button to turn camera

on.

2. Press the A (EJECT) button to open the cassette compartment.

3. Load the cassette.

4. Close the cassette compartment.

5. Press the SP/LP button to select speed.

6. Press the start/stop button to start recording.

The tally lamp flashes rapidly and “REC” appears in the viewfinder.

7. Press the start/stop button to place the camera in record pause mode.

To continue recording

• Press the start/stop button again.

To end operation

• Unload the cassette and turn the camera off.

English The ZOOM SPEED button can only be used in record pause mode.

Français La touche ZOOM SPEED peut être utilisée seulement en mode de pause

d’enregistrement.

Deutsch

Die Taste ZOOM SPEED kann nur in der Aufnahmepause-Betriebsart betätigt werden.

Español El botón ZOOM SPEED sólo se podrá usar en el modo de pausa de grabación.

Italiano

• II tasto ZOOM SPEED può essere utilizzato solo nel modo di pausa di registrazione.

* Le videocamera dispone di 3 moflSto^m; zoom atttomatico, zoom manuale e

zoom con il telecomando.

La videocamera dispone di 2 modi di zoom: zoom automatico e zoom con il telecomando.

Nederlands De ZOOM SPEED toets is alleen bruikbaar tijdens installing van de

opnamepauzefunktie.

Dansk

ZOOM SPEED tasten kan kun anvendes under indstilling til pause i optagelsen.

Suomi

ZOOM SPEED -painiketta voidaan käyttää vain nauhoitustauolla.

Svenska Knappen ZOOM SPEED kan bara användas i läget for inspelningspaus.

Norsk

ZOOM SPEED-knappen kan bare brukes i opptakspause funksjon.

Portugués

O botáo ZOOM SPEED pode ser usado apenas no modo de pausa de gravagáo.

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Playback

Troubleshooting

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Before playback, make sure a power source is attached to the camcorder (CA-100 with DC100 or battery pack).

1. Press the OPERATE button to turn camera

Use the following checklist for troubleshooting when you have problems with your camcorder. See the instruction manual for further information.

Warnings that appear in the viewfinder:

on.

2. Press A (EJECT) button to open the cas sette compartment.

3. Load the cassette.

4. Close the cassette compartment.

5. Press the ■ (STOP) button to select play

back mode.

6. Locate playback start point using the ◄◄ (FF) orthe^>(REW) button.

7. Press the ◄ (PLAY) button to start playback.

If a television is connected to the camcorder, you can also monitor playback on the connected television.

8. Press the ■ (STOP) button to end playback.

To change to record pause mode

• Press the # (REC MODE) button again,

“PAUSE” appears in viewfinder and the camcorder is put in record pause mode.

To end operation

• Unload the cassette and turn the camcorder

off.

The battery pack

charge is low.

> Replace with fully

charged battery pack.

Safety mechanism is

activated.

> Unload and reload the

cassette.

Condensation has formed inside the camera.

Refer to the instruction manual.

A cassette has not been loaded.

• Load a cassette.

The lithium battery is not in place properly or charge is low.

■ Insert a new lithium battery.

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Thank you for purchasing the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder E500. The E500 can be used for both recording and piayback of video cassettes in 8mm format.

• Use 8mm video cassettes marked with an El (P5 type).

Piease check that this package contains the foilowing items:

Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord Lens Hood

E500 I One Lithium Battery

WL-52 Wireless Controller Two R03 AAA Batteries

The connecting accessories included in the kit vary according to areas. Use the following chart to determine what your kit should contain:

C-150 AV Cable RU-100 RF Unit ST-150 Stereo Cable

PC-170

Stereo SCART Cable

EUROPE

(EXCEPT FOR U. K„ FRANCE)

U. K., FRANCE

DC-100 DC Coupler BP-E77K Battery Pack CA-100 Compact Power Adapter SS-300 Shoulder Strap

ASIA, LATIN AMERICA, OCEANIA

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Important Usage Instructions

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

Important Usage Instructions............................................................................................3

Nomenclature........................................................................................................................... 6

Basic Recording.....................................................................................................................10

Tape Counter.................................................................................................................12

Recording Reminder......................................................................................................12

Video Cassette Warnings..............................................................................................13

Battery Pack Warning....................................................................................................13

Recording Using Tripod.................................................................................................13

Viewfinder Dispiays...........................................................................................14

Power Sources...................................................................................................is

Using AC Power............................................................................................................ 15

Using Car Battery.......................................................................................................... 15

Using Battery Pack........................................................................................................16

Using Your Battery Packs Effectively............................................................................19

Inserting New Lithium Battery....................................................................................... 22

Loading and Unioading Video Cassettes

Video Cassette Notes....................................................................................................24

Camera Preparations...........................................................................................................25

Attaching Straps.............................................................................................................25

Adjusting the Grip Belt...................................................................................................25

Attaching the Lens Cap Cord.........................................................................................26

Removing and Attaching the Lens Cap and Lens Hood

Using the Finder............................................................................................................ 26

Adjusting the Dioptre......................................................................................................27

Adjusting the 180° FlexiGrip..........................................................................................27

Removing and Attaching the Finder..............................................................................27

Zooming.................................................................................................................................... 28

Power Zoom...................................................................................................................28

Wireless Zoom...............................................................................................................28

Setting Date and Time.........................................................................................................29

Recording Date and Time..................................................................................................33

Age insert................................................................................................................................. 34

Registering a Birthday...................................................................................................34

Recording an Age..........................................................................................................37

WL-52 Wireiess Controiier.................................................................................................38

Piayback Connection.......................................................................................................... 40

Using a TV (or VCR) with AudioA/ideo Input Terminals................................................40

Using a TV (or VCR) with a SCART Terminal

Using a TV without Audio/Video Input Terminals..........................................................42

Piayback Procedure.............................................................................................................46

Special Playback Methods.............................................................................................48

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Focusing..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................51 m

Autofocus....................................................................................................................................................................................................51 §

Manual Focus...........................................................................................................................................................................................52 rn

Focus Lock.................................................................................................................................................................................................52 ^

Macro Recording...........................................................................................................................................................................................................53 |

Program AE....................................................................................................................................................................................................................54

How to Use Program AE...................................................................................................................................................................54

To Record a Backlit Subject (Backlight Compensation)..............................................................................................56

To Record a Spotlit Scene.............................................................................................................................................................56

To Record a Bright Scene (Beach or Snowy Location).......................................................................................................56 H

White Balance..................................................................................................................................................................................................................57 od

Shooting with Pop-up Light.......................................................................................................................................................................................58 ^

Replacing Bulb........................................................................................................................................................................................59 q

High-Speed Shutter......................................................................................................................................................................................................60 m

Fade.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6i >

Fade In..........................................................................................................................................................................................................61 q

Fade Out.......................................................................................................................................................................................................62 z

Wireless Fade......................................................................................................................................................................................63

To Resume Recording.............................................................................................................................................................................................64

Record Search.........................................................................................................................................................................................64 ■

Record Review.........................................................................................................................................................................................65 j.

Edit-erase....................................................................................................................................................................................................67 §

Tape Return.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................68 i

Adding Titles to Recordings.....................................................................................................................................................................................69 g

Creating Character Titles..................................................................................................................................................................69 o

Recording Titles......................................................................................................................................................................................72 m

Editing to Another VCR..................................................................................................................................................................................................73 >

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Canon E500 Video System Chart............................................................................................................................................................................76 g

Carrying Cases.................................................................................................................................................................................................................ii >

Optional Accessories................................................................................................................................................................................................. 78 q

Problems and Troubieshooting.............................................................................................................................................................................80 §

Condensation (DEW).....................................................................................................................................................................................................83 ^

Cautions..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................84 m

During Use.............................................................................................................................................................................................84

Maintenance............................................................................................................................................................................................86 >

Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................................................................87 o

Nomenclature

POP-UP LIGHT Switch FADE Button SHUTTER Button FOCUS [A|/M (Auto/Manual) Button

C. (Character) TITLE Button

DATE Button E. (Edit) ERASE Button REC SEARCH + Button

0 REC SEARCH - Button

0 AGE Button 0 PROGRAM AE Button 0 MACRO Button 0 ZOOM SPEED Button 0 Zoom Window

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STOP Button

FF Button / + Button

® ◄ PLAY Button / SHIFT Button

O ►► REW Button / - Button

0 # REC (Record) MODE Button

O [S@ / LP (Tape Speed) Button O C. (Counter) RESET Button

O A EJECT Button 0 OPERATE Button

OPERATE Indicator

• Lights up during normal operation.

• Flashes to warn that there is internal condensation or a malfunction, or to indicate that the battery pack is nearly exhausted.

Lithium Battery Compartment Tripod Socket Strap Attachment Bars Cassette Compartment

O Pop-up Light

O Microphone O Focusing Ring / Lens Hood O Lens Cap 0 Remote Sensor

Autofocus Window

0 Tally Lamp

• Flashes rapidly during recording.

• Lights up when a wireless controller signal is received.

ВАТТ (Battery) EJECT Switch 0 Power Zoom Buttons 0 GRIP UNLOCK Button

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Eyecup Viewfinder Dioptre Adjustment Ring Power Source Compartment Grip Belt Thumb Rest

O Start/Stop Button ® Video Output Terminal

DC Output Terminal

Audio Output Terminal ©/mono

® Audio Output Terminal ®

1. Attach a power source.

• See pp. 15-21 for using power sources.

2. Turn the camera on.

• The OPERATE indicator lights up.

• “TAPE” flashes in the viewfinder (see p. 13). ИДИ

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3. Load a cassette.

• See p. 23 for loading/unloading cassettes.

• Use an 8 mm video cassette marked with an И (P5 type).

• The camera goes into “record pause mode”. ИДЯ

4. Press the SP/LP button to select the tape speed.

• For best picture quality, select SP.

• For double recording time, select LP.

5. Pull out the finder.

• See p. 26 for using the finder.

6. Turn the grip to the desired position.

• See p. 27 for adjusting the grip.

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7. Press the start/stop button.

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• Recording starts and “REC” appears in the viewfinder. BWl

• The tally lamp flashes rapidly.

• See “ADVANCED OPERATIONS” (pp. 51-75) for information on making your recordings more effective.

REC *

8. Press the start/stop button again to pause

recording. IWil

• Press the start/stop button once again to resume recording.

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• See “Record Review” (p. 65) to check your recording.

9. When recording has ended, remove the cassette.

PAUSE

• See p. 23 for loading/unloading cassettes.

10. Turn the camera off.

• The OPERATE indicator goes off.

Notes:

• The camera automatically turns off if record pause mode lasts more than approximately 7 minutes. To

resume recording, turn the camera on and press the start/stop button.

• Avoid recording near sources of electric or magnetic fields, such as a TV tower, which can cause noise in the picture or a camera malfunction.

• If the tape speed is changed during recording, the tape will contain noise at that point.

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Tape Counter

During recording, the tape counter in the viewfinder indicates how long you have recorded. In the case shown in the diagram, you have recorded for approximately 35 minutes and 40 seconds (in SP mode).

• The tape counter is reset to 0:00:00 when you press the C. RESET button, or each time you load a cassette.

• The tape counter also appears during playback and record search, so you can use it to verify how long the tape has run.

• Tape counter time and actual recording length may be slightly different. Use the tape counter only as an approximate guide.

• When recording in LP mode, actual recording length is approximately twice the tape counter time.

Recording Reminder

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When you start to record, the camera counts off the first 10 seconds of your recording and displays from “0 SEC” to “10 SEC” in the viewfinder. This is to help you make sure your scenes aren’t too short, for easy viewing and editing. Try to record for at least the full 10 seconds. BCTsl

• Recording reminder time and actual recording length may be slightly different. Use the recording reminder only as an approximate guide.

Video Cassette Warnings i3 a

“T. END” appears in the viewfinder when the tape is completely used up. “TAPE” flashes in the viewfinder if the camera is turned on and a cassette is not loaded.

Battery Pack Warning 13-в

• “ВАТТ’ flashes in the viewfinder when the battery pack is nearly exhausted.

• If the camera is turned on with an exhausted battery pack attached, it may turn off

immediately, without a “ВАТТ” warning.

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Recording Using Tripod 13-c

Use a tripod especially in the following cases:

• Telephoto recording

• Macro recording

• Recording using wireless controller

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Note:

• Be sure to protect the viewfinder from direct suniight,

otherwise the viewfinder wili meit.

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Viewfinder Displays

Viewfinder displays provide information and warnings regarding camera operation.

• Press the ON SCREEN button O on the wireless controller to see the viewfinder displays

except O, 0 and ® on a connected TV screen.

• Press the C. TITLE button to see the character title on TV, the DATE button for date and time and the AGE button for age. Only the title, date and time, and age are recorded with scenes.

No. Mode

0 Recording Reminder 0 Tape Counter

O Video Cassette Warning ....

0 Battery Warning 0 Condensation Warning

O Lithium Battery Warning ....

0 Character Title......................

0 Age Insert.............................

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....p. 12

....p. 13

....p. 83

....p. 22

....p. 69

....p. 34

No. Mode

0 Date and Time...................

0 Edit-erase 0 Tape Operations

0 Tape Speed.......................

0 High-Speed Shutter 0 Program AE

0 Manual Focus....................

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29, 33 67

10 60 54 52

Power Sources

Using AC Power

CA-100 Compact Power Adapter BEffl

Plug into mains outlet. Input voltage: 100—240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

• Use together with the DC-100 DC Coupler.

• Refer to CA-100 instruction manual for further details.

Using Car Battery

CB-110 Car Battery Adapter (option)

Plug into cigarette lighter socket. For use only with 12 or 24 V DC negative-ground car battery.

• Use together with the DC-100 DC Coupler.

• Use car battery adapter with the car engine idling.

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• Refer to CB-110 instruction manual for further details.

Attaching DC Coupler Itga

To use the compact power adapter or car battery adapter;

1. Insert DC-100 DC Coupler into

power source compartment.

• Insert and remove in the same way as the battery pack (see p. 17).

2. Connect DC-100 cable to compact power adapter (or car battery adapter).

B DC-100

B CA-100 (CB-110)

Caution-------------------------------------------------------------

• Using the compact power adapter near the TV may cause the TV to emit noise. If this occurs, move the compact power adapter further away from the TV or aerial cable.

Using Battery Pack

BP-E77K IB«i BP-E718 (option) BP-E722 (option) BP-E722D (option)

Make sure battery pack is fully charged before use.

Continuous recording time of BP-E77K is approximately 55 minutes.

• Some modes consume more power than

others, so actual recording time may be less

than 55 minutes.

• The safest policy is to have enough batteries to cover two to three times the length of recording time scheduled.

• Using battery pack in cold temperatures will shorten recording time.

• Battery pack normally becomes warm during

use.

• Use the optional BP-E718, BP-E722 or

BP-E722D Battery Pack for lengthy recording (see p. 78).

• See battery pack instruction manual for further

information regarding your battery pack.

• See p. 19 for Using Your Battery Packs

Effectively.

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16-B 16-C

16-D Battery Pack

• Canon camcorders and accessories are manufactured with great care and strict quality control. It is recommended that you use only genuine Canon brand batteries and other accessories for your camcorder to ensure maximum performance.

Attaching Battery Pack ШЯЯ

1. Slide battery pack into power

source compartment.

• Insert the end marked with a triangle.

• Slightly loosen grip belt and press it down for easy battery loading.

2. Press battery pack until it clicks

and locks in place.

Removing Battery Pack 1ЯЯ

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Be sure to turn camera off (the OPERATE indicator goes off) before removing battery pack. Removal during operation may cause damage.

1. Slide and hold ВАТТ EJECT switch.

2. Pull battery pack out as shown.

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Charging Battery Pack iTgl

Use the CA-100 Compact Power Adapter or the optional CB-110 Car Battery Adapter to charge battery pack. Connect the battery pack to the CA-100 (or CB-110) as shown and plug into mains outlet (or car cigarette lighter socket). When the operate indicator (green) is glowing steadily and the charge indicator (red) is blinking, charging has begun. When the battery pack is fully charged, the charge indicator will glow steadily. Disconnect the battery pack from CA-

100 (or CB-110).

O Battery Pack

O CA-100 Compact Power Adapter or

CB-110 Car Battery Adapter

O Charge Indicator

O Operate Indicator

• Always disconnect the DC-100 DC Coupler from the CA-100 (or CB-110) before charging the battery pack.

• Battery pack charging times are shown below. Charging time will vary according to the ambient temperature.

• When you don’t expect to use battery pack for a long time (three months or more), store it in a

discharged condition. Storing the battery pack

in a charged condition will shorten its operating life.

• The optional MC-100 Multi-battery Charger can also be used. For further information, see the adapter or charger instruction manual.

Battery Pack

BP-E77K 55 BP-E718 BP-E722/BP-E722D

Continuous recording time Charging time

(approximate minutes)

100 115

(approximate minutes)

70 120 130

Using Your Battery Packs Effectively

Keep the following in mind:

1. Charge a brand-new battery before using.

2. Discharge the battery for storage.

3. Recharge the battery only after discharging it completely.

Read these instructions thoroughly before using

the battery pack. The battery pack is a

rechargeable nickel-cadmium (NiCd) battery. It can be used repeatedly after recharging. The battery pack has not been charged before shipping.

Charge the battery pack before using:

• Use only the battery charger(s) specified in this manual.

• Refer to the battery charger instructions for charging procedure and charging time.

• To maximize the capacity of the battery pack, when using a brand-new battery pack for the first time, charge it once (the charge lamp lights up), remove it and charge it once again.

• The battery pack remains warm immediately after charging or use. Though being warm has no adverse effect on the performance of the battery pack, charge the battery pack only after

it has cooled.

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Observe the following:

• Shorting the + and - terminals by touching them with a metal object such as a key holder is extremely dangerous, as it can cause fire or other damage. BEKi

When carrying or storing the battery pack,

make sure to attach the inciuded short

circuit prevention cap.

• Do not expose the battery pack to fire. It might

explode.

• Do not disassemble or alter the battery pack.

• Do not drop the battery pack or subject it to

strong shocks.

• Do not get the battery pack wet.

To charge battery packs effectively:

• Even a newly-charged battery pack naturally discharges in time. Charge it within a couple of days of when it is to be used.

• Charge the battery pack only after the power supply of the camcorder automatically turns off.

• Repeated recharging of a battery pack which is not fully discharged shortens the time that the battery pack can be used before it needs charging again.

DISCHARGE RECHARGE

When you haven’t used the battery pack for several months, check the charge lamp 30 minutes after charging has begun. If the charge lamp does not blink for at least 30 minutes, it may mean that the time you will be able to use the battery has decreased.

If the usage time has decreased try one of the foliowing procedures to restore the battery pack:

• Discharge the battery pack by attaching it to a battery video light, such as the VL-20, until the video iight becomes dim.

• Discharge the battery pack with a Canon product that has a discharge function, such as the MC-100, then recharge the battery pack.

• Recharge the battery pack after the power supply has automatically turned off while you are using the camcorder. Repeated operation in this way is also effective.

COLD WEATHER USE:

Although the battery pack can be used at temperatures between 0°C and 40°C, it is recommended that the battery pack be used between 10°C and 30°C in order to take advantage of its full capacity.

To use the battery pack effectively:

• When a battery pack is kept attached to the camcorder or video light, a very small amount of current flows into the equipment,

resulting in an overdischarge. Since the battery pack cannot be fully recharged once it has overdischarged, always remove the battery pack from video equipment after

use.

• Always keep the terminals clean. If they get dirty, wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.

• Once camcorder is turned on, batttery

power is being consumed even when not recording (pause, etc.). Turn the camcorder

off when not shooting.

• When the battery charge is low “ВАТТ” flashes in the viewfinder, but the battery can still operate the camcorder for several seconds. Always fully discharge the battery

pack (the power supply cuts off automatically) before storing.

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Terminology

Overcharging

Charging a battery pack after it has already been fully charged.

Overdischarging

Continuing to discharge a battery pack after its voltage level has fallen below a specified

level (5.0 V for the nickel-cadmium batteries used by Canon 8mm video camcorders).

Inserting a New Lithium Battery

The CR2025 lithium battery provides your camera with enough power to store character titles, date and time, and an age, even when the camera is turned off. One lithium battery will last approximately one year. (Life span varies slightiy according to ambient conditions.) When the lithium battery is not in place or is nearly exhausted, “DATE” flashes in the viewfinder indicating that the lithium battery needs to be replaced. Be sure to connect a power source to the camera before changing the lithium battery, othen/vise the titles, date and time, and age will be cleared from the camera’s memory and will have to be reset.

Inserting Procedure WTKzi

1. Press the GRIP UNLOCK button

and rotate the grip downward.

2. Hoid the camera with the battery pack facing down, then draw out the lithium battery holder.

• If the camera is held with the battery pack facing up, the lithium battery will drop out when the lithium battery hoider is removed.

3. Insert a new lithium battery into the iithium battery holder with the + side facing up.

4. Snap the iithium battery holder back into the compartment.

Warning

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace the battery with Sanyo CR2025, Panasonic CR2025 or Duraceli DL2025B. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. The used battery should be handed back to the supplier for safe disposal.

r Caution

Make sure the plus (+) side is facing up in the lithium battery compartment. Keep the battery out of children’s reach. If swallowed, contact physician immediately.

To ensure proper contact, wipe the battery with the clean, dry cloth before use.

Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other

metal tools which may cause short circuiting. Do not disassemble, heat or immerse in water, to avoid risk of explosion.

Loading and Unloading Video Cassettes

Use a video cassette with the m mark (P5

type). Be sure to attach a power source to the

camera before loading or unloading a video cassette.

1. Press the A (EJECT) button.

• The cassette compartment lifts up and opens.

• The EJECT button works with the power turned off, as long as a power source is attached.

2. Load/unload the cassette.

• When loading, gently insert the cassette with the window facing out.

• When unloading, remove the cassette by pulling it straight out.

3. Close the cassette compartment.

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• Press the PUSH mark on the compartment until It clicks.

• The compartment closes automatically.