RCA CC6393 User Manual

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Important Safety Information

Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose I

camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

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

Cautions

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to

wide slot, fully insert.

ATTENTION: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire la lame

la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond.

To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recom- mended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of

batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card and returnit immediately.

Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed. Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts

and service and attach it here. Record the serial number and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder.

Model No: Serial No: Purchase Date: Purchased From:

CC6393

We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call:

Camcorder Exchange Warranty ........... 800-283-6503 (pages 95-96 )

Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 (page 94 )

Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 80-85)

First-Time Operation .................... 3

Assistance ....................................... 3

Power Your Camcorder ............... 12

Adapter/ChaJcger ................................ 12

Rechargeable Battery ........................ 13

ChaJcgethe Battery ........................ 14

Battery Level Indicator ...................

Battery Care and Storage ................

Optional Car Cord Adapter ............... 16

Date and Time Display ............... 17

Install the Clock Lithium Cell .......... 17

Set the Date and Time ....................... 18

Record AUTO DATE, Date, Time,

and Title Displays ............................ 20

Videocassettes ............................... 22

Erase Protection - Safety Tab ....... 22

Recording and Playback Speeds and

Times .......................................... 22

Insert and Remove Cassettes ........ 23

Cassette Care and Storage ............. 23

Select a Tape Length ..................... 24

Recording ..................................... 24

Time-Remaining Display .................. 24

Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder

to See What You Record ................. 26

Use the LCD Monitor ................... 26

Use the Viewfinder ....................... 27

LCD Monitor!Viewfinder Displays ... 28

16X9 Mode ....................................... 33

SNAPSHOT Feature ......................... 34

AutoShot TM Mode ............................. 37

Quick Review Feature ....................... 37

Camera Edit Feature ......................... 37

Flying Erase Head ............................. 37

MENU/DISPLAY Button ................. 37

Zooming ............................................ 38

Use the Zoom Lever (W and T) .... 38

Digital Zooming ............................ 38

Tele Macro Zooming .................... 39

Focusing ............................................ 40

Auto Focus .................................... 40

Manual Focus ................................ 41

White Balance ................................... 42

Auto White Balance ...................... 42

Manual White Balance .................. 42

Exposure Control .............................. 44

Manual Exposure .......................... 44

Auto Exposure .............................. 44

Recording (Cont.)

Steady PixTM Feature ........................ 45

Fade or Wipe In or Out ..................... 46

P. (Program) AE Button .................... 48

Demo Mode ...................................... 49

Preset Titles ....................................... 50

Select a Language for the Title ..... 50

Record a Preset Title ..................... 51

Animation Recording ........................ 52

Time-Lapse Recording ...................... 54

Demo Mode ...................................... 56

Attach the Shoulder Strap ................. 57

Built-In Color Enhancement Light ...58 Digital Still Camera (DSC)

Recording ........................................ 60

Select a Picture Mode (Fine or

Standaxd) ..................................... 61

Select a Snapshot Mode (Full,

Pin-up, Multi-& or Multi-9) ....... 62

To Play Back a Tape ...................... 64

Playback ....................................... 64

Use the LCD Monitor or

Viewfinder for Playback ................. 64

Snapshot Playback Feature ............... 65

Playback Features ............................ 66

Position the Tape ........................... 66

Visual Search ................................ 66

Stop-Action Pause ......................... 66

Time Counter ................................ 66

Tracking ........................................ 67

TBC (Time Base Corrector) .......... 67

Playback Special Effects ............... 67

Use the Cassette Adapter .................. 68

Playback on TV (or VCR) with

Audio/Video Inputs ......................... 70

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Playback 72

View the Pictures Using the

PAGE Buttons ............................. 72

View the Pictures Using the Play-

back Menu .................................. 73

Protect the Pictures in Memory .... 74

Delete the Pictures in Memory ..... 76

Transfer the Pictures in Memory to a

PC .................................................... 78

Connect the Camcorder to a PC .... 78

Recording Tips .................................. 79

Traveling Tips .............................. 79

Traveling Tips ................................... 79

Optional Accessories .................... 80

Using the Optional AC088 Tripod 82

Order Form for Camcorder Models

CC6393 ........................................... 83

Trouble Checks ............................ 86

Specifications ................................ 91

Clean the Camcorder ......................... 92

Clean theLens .............................. 92

Clean the LCD Monitor ................ 92

Clean the Viewfinder .................... 92

Proper Care and Storage ................... 93

Things to Avoid ................................. 93

Customer Assistance and Service. 94

Limited Warranty ........................ 95

Index ............................................. 97

This section describes the steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.

Assistance

The toll-free numbers axeavailable to help you with any problem you may encounter.

Camcorder Exchange Warranty ............... 800-283-6503

Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900

Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376

Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

• Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder.

• The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any axe missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

Model CC6393

Shoulder Strap

Part No. ACS091

WARNING: NICKEL I

CADMIUM BATTERY I

MUST BE RECYCLED ] OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

Rechargeable Nickel Cadmium Battery

Part No FB1260

Caution: Do notuse this adapter/charger

for any purpose other Cassette Adapter Battery than Charging the (Size "AA" 1.5 Volt)

FB 1260, or BB99L

batterypackOr

Supplying power to __/_ the camcorder.

AC Adapter/Charger -- Part No. 242740

and DC Cable -- Part No. 244268

Cassette Adapter Part No. VCAll5

Software CD-ROM

PC Connection Cable

Clock Cell

3-Volt Micro Lithium Cell - such as CR2025 - available from most local drug stores and camera

shops. Use of other cells present a risk of fire or

explosion.

CAUTIONS: Lithium cell must be disposed of properly, Never handle ptmctured or leaking cell. May cause burns or personal injury.

Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed. K swallowed, consult a physician immediately ior emergency treatment.

The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a fire or chemical burn ff mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above

212°F {100°C), or incinerate. Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell. and never short circuit the +

and - sides of the cell.

(Continued on next page)

2. Attach

the

auapter/cnarger. To AC 100-240,

50/60 Hz

Adapter/ Charger

OUT

Jack

Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time,

attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder.

• Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger.

• Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the

camcorder as shown above.

• Plug the adapter/chaxger's plug into an operating outlet.

3. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand.

COVER

Control

• Lift the flap on the handstrap and separate

the velcro strip.

• Insert your hand, adjust the strap to fit snugly, refasten the strap, and

close the flap.

p Velcro

Strip (Under Flap)

4. Rotate LENS COVER control to open lens cover.

and

Indicator

DSC/VIDEO Switch

LIGHT (A UTO/ON/OFF

Switch

Set POWER (CAMERA

MAN/CAMERA A UTO/OFF/ VCR) switch to CAMERA

AUTO.

• The power indicator lights when you turn the camcorder on.

• The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to

record (CAMERA MAN or CAMERA AUTO), turn the power

off (OFF), or play back tapes

(VCR).

° CAMERA AUTO places the

camcorder in the AutoShot TM mode. In the AutoShot TM mode,

the focus, exposure, and white balance axe automatically controlled by the camcorder. Many of the special effects do not operate in this mode. Details on

page 37.

• CAMERA MAN allows you to control many of the special

features of the camcorder.

• The camcorder automatically turns off if it remains in record-pause for

five minutes. Set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to

CAMERA.

Set the DSC (Digital Still Camera)/VIDEO switch to

VIDEO.

The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record video or store pictures in the camcorder's built-in memory.

• Set the switch to VIDEO for shooting normal video.

• Set the switch to DSC to store pictures in the camcorder's built-

in memory that you can transfer to your computer using the included

cable and software.

Set the LIGHT (AUTO/ON/ OFF) switch to A UTO.

The video light will automatically turn on if more light is needed for your videos.

(Continued on next page)

8. Insert a tape.

WARNING:

Never tryto open the door by pwing as you Could

damage the camcorder.

Press Here to Close

Cassette Compartment

• Open the LCD monitor at least 60 °

before opening the cassette holder.

• Slide the EJECT switch. The cassette holder opens

automatically.

• Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape.

9. Select a recording speed.

Tape Wheel

Tape Window

• Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.

• Press on the area shown above until the cassette holder locks

into place.

........ appears when a recordable

tape is inserted in the camcorder.

SP/SLP

Button --

Select SP or SLP recording speed. Press and hold the SP/SLP button to

select a recording speed. The tape speed you select (SP or SLP) appears in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor.

• SP - Standard play provides the best picture, but the shortest

recording time (20 minutes with a TC-20 tape).

SLP - Extended play provides three times the recording time as

SP (60 minutes with aTC-20 tape). SLP has slightly more

picture noise in normal playback.

10. Use the Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record

You can see what you record on the color LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 60°, the viewfinder is automatically turned off. When you close the LCD monitor, the viewfinder is automatically turned on.

To enable both you and the person you're recording to see what's being recorded, you can rotate the LCD monitor completely around 105 °so the front of the monitor faces the person you're recording. The viewfinder turns on automatically when you turn the LCD monitor all the way around so it faces forward.

Electronic

Viewfinder

Eyepiece Focus

Control

LCD Monitor

Use the LCD Monitor

Make sure the monitor is open at least 60 °. The viewfinder

turns off.

• You can tilt the monitor 180 ° up or 90° down for convenient viewing.

• Rotate the menu PUSH dial to adjust the brightness of the image

in the monitor.

Eyepiece Focus

Control

(Also Bright Control)

• Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision.

Use the Viewfinder

• Close the monitor. If the monitor

is open more than 60 °, the viewfinder turns off.

• Adjust the viewfinder for a comfortable viewing position.

Electronic

Viewfinder

(Continued on next page)

11. Select a tape length.

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Push In)

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN.

2. Press the PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or on

the LCD monitor.

EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30

TITLE DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to

highlight TAPE LENGTH.

FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO

M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 • OFF"

TITLE

DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

4. Press the PUSH dial in to display the TAPE LENGTH menu in the

viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

Switch and

Indicator

TAPE LENGTH

T20 T30

T35 T40

EXIT

5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the type of tape you axe

using.

• Select T20 for a tape with 20 minutes or less recording time

in SP

• Select T30 for a tape with 30 minutes recording time in SP

• Select T35 for a tape with 35 minutes recording time in SP

• Select T40 for a tape with 40 minutes recording time in SP

6. Press the menu PUSH dial

twice to select the tape length and remove the menus.

• Details are on pages 24-25.

LENS

COVER

Control

REW "44 Button

STOP Button

PLA Y/PA USE

numb

Trigger

licator

?WER Switch

12.

Start and stop recording.

• Place the POWER switch in

CAMERA A UTO.

• Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. _€_ appears in

the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

• Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The

camcorder is now in the record- pause mode. ----PAUSE_ appears in

the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

13. Play back what you have recorded.

• Set the POWER switch to VCR.

• Press REW 11 to rewind the tape.

14.

• Press PLAY/PAUSE to play back the tape.

• Press STOP when you axe finished

playing back the tape.

• Details on LCD monitor and

viewfinder playback am on pages 64-65.

Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn off the

camcorder.

The power indicator turns off.

15. Close the LCD monitor and lens cove_

(Continued on next page)

16. Review camcorder operating controls.

FADES

Button

P. AE Button

SEARCH R and F

Buttons (Also REW 4 4 and FF l_l_ Buttons)

STOP Button

PLAY/PA USE

Menu PUSH Dial (Also Bright Control)

EJECT Switch

Shoulder

Strap Attachment

Ring

Strap

Attachment Ring

.MENU/DISPLAY Button

SP/SLP Button

(Also COUNTER R/M Button)

Eyepiece Focus Control

_eaker

LCD Monitor

Press Here to Close Cassette Door

Cassette Compartment

16. Review camcorder's operating controls. (Continued)

SNAPSHOT

Button Zoom Lever

(Also VOL +/-

Speaker for Playback

DSC/VIDEO

Switch

DIGITAL Connector

(Used to connect the camcorder to a PC)

Button

Trigger

BATTERY RELEASE

Lever

Service Port (Located Under Cover) This POWER Switch

connector is for use by and Indicator qualified service _ L1GHTA UTO/ON/OFF

• LENS

personnel only. (_ Switch COVER

Attach Adapter/Charger's_

DC Cord (DC In Jack l1IL__ "_/_'/ ///)/L_ _ Lens

Located Under Battery)or _//___t_

Rechargeable Battery Here

Handstrap ----__

_ _Microphone

A (Audio) and V (Video) Jacks

(Behind Small Cover)

Clock Cell Battery Compartment

Threaded Tripod Mount Hole

Adapter/Charger

The adapter/chaxger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standaxd household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery.

To AC 100-240, 50/60 Hz

Adapter/

Charger

OUT

Jack

Attach Adapter/Charger

1. Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/

charger.

2. Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the camcorder as

shown above.

Plug the adapter/chaxger's plug into the nearest AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

CAUTION: DO n0t use thiS adapier! I charger tbr any other purpose other I

than Ch_ging the FB 1260 or 244265 I batte_ pac k or supplying power to the I

camcorder. ]

Remove Adapter/Charger

1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the

wall outlet.

2. Remove the DC cable from the

adapter/charger and camcorder.

Using an Optional Plug Adapter

An optional plug adapter might be required in some countries.

Optional AC AC 100-240V Plug Adapter

1. Plug the adapter/chaxger's plug into

the AC plug adapter.

2. Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.

Rechargeable Battery

The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging takes approximately 70 minutes. When fully charged, the battery supplies approximately 80-90 minutes of operating time - depending on how much you use the monitor, zoom, and pause. Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.

Note: Use the small marker switch on the top of the battery to help remind yourself to charge the battery. It has no other purpose.

BATTERY arker RELEASE Lever Switch

Battery Safety Precautions

Do not Short the battery!s terminals.

D0 not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Use the battery only with

Specified adapter/chargers and

camcorders. ThrOwing the batte_ into a fire or exposing it to excessive hea t -

over !49°F (650C) could be

hazardous.

Attach the Charged Battery

If the DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it before attaching

the battery. Also, install the lithium clock cell before attaching the battery.

Details are on page 17.

1. Hook the battery to the side of the camcorder as shown above.

2. Press the battery down until it locks

into place.

3. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The power indicator lights.

Remove the Battery

Slide and hold the BATTERY RELEASE lever down while removing the battery.

ATTENTION: The EPAcertified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel- cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicatesThomson Consumer Electronics is voluntarily _------_,

participating inan industry program to collect and recycle these batteries atthe end _fif_f_'_n of their usefullife, when taken out of servicein the United States or Canada. The _7//_

RBRC®program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries _,k.._,_l_--)} into the trash or themunicipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. _Ni-Cd

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY_ for information onNi-Cd battery recycling and disposal

bans/restrictions in your area. Thomson Consumer Electronics' involvement in this program ispart

of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued)

Hold Battery Flush and Slide

Reference Marks

CHG

(Charge)

fTo AC Wall

Outlet 100- 240 Volts,

50/60 Hz.

REFRESH Adapter/Charger

Indicator

Button

Caution: when a batte_ is attached to the adapter/chargerl do not turn them

upside down. The battery may fall off and be damaged or cause injury. ......................

Charge the Battery

If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT

jack on the adapter/charger, remove it.

1. Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter/charger.

2. Hold the battery flush against the adapter/chaxger and slide it in the

direction of the arrow.

3. Plug adapter/chaxger into nearest AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

4. If the battery is properly connected, the CHG indicator flashes.

Note: If you try to charge a battery that has not been charged for a long period of

time, it may take a few minutes for the CHG indicator to flash.

After the battery is charged, the CHG indicator stops flashing and lights.

6. Remove the charged battery by sliding it off the adapter/chaxger.

7. Attach the charged battery to the camcorder.

Use the REFRESH Button

The battery provides increased operation time if you "refresh" it after five chargings. The refresh feature "refreshes" the battery by completely discharging it.

1. Attach battery to adapter/chaxger.

2. Press REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator lights and the battery

begins discharging.

3. When discharging is completed, the REFRESH indicator turns off, and

the CHG indicator flashes. The battery now charges.

Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued)

4. After the battery is charged, the CHG (charge) indicator stops flashing and

lights.

5. Remove the battery from the adapter/

charger.

Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the

viewfinder or on the LCD monitor and shows you the amount of power in the

rechaxgeable battery.

Battery Care and Storage

• Recharging takes approximately 70 minutes for the battery depending on

its condition.

• Refreshing takes approximately 3-1/2 hours for the battery depending on its

condition.

• After repeated charging and use, operation time gradually decreases. When operation time is too short to be useful, it is time to replace the battery.

• If the battery discharging must be stopped in the middle, remove the

battery from the adapter/charger before

unplugging it from the AC outlet.

• If the battery pack becomes too hot, remove it from the charger and let it

cool down.

(mmm

• Let a hot battery cool down before attaching it to the AC adapter/charger.

• When _ appears, the battery is fully charged.

• As the power is used _ and

appear.

• When the battery power is almost gone, _:3 _flashes in the viewfinder

/ I \

or on the LCD monitor. The camcorder turns off automatically after

a few seconds. Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder

before replacing the battery.

The battery level indicator is not recorded on the tape.

Optional Car Cord Adapter

The optional DCC08 car cord shown on

page 80 allows you to power your

camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck,or RV. It converts

12-volts to a 6-volt output.

Note: Consult the installation and operating

instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions.

Cautions: The DCC08 is designed to be used only with vehicles having negative ground electrical systems.

Use only car cord adapter DCC08 with this camcorder. Use of any other car cord adapter might damage the camcorder and void your warranty.

Use the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter

Power

To Cigarette

Lighter Socket

Optional DCC08 Car

Cord Adapter

l. Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn

off the camcorder. The power indicator on the camcorder turns off.

2. If the battery or DC cable is attached

to the camcorder, remove it.

3. Hold the bottom of the power

connector flush against the camcorder, and press the connector down until it locks into place as shown above.

4. Take the vehicle's cigarette lighter out

of the socket.

5. Insert the car cord's cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket. The power indicator on the car cord adapter lights.

6. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA to turn on the camcorder. The power

indicator on the camcorder lights.

Caution: Make Sure the Camc0rder!s ] power is turned off before removing ]

the Car c0rd sP!Ug from the Cigareite lighter socket.

Install the Clock Lithium Cell

The clock cell indicator _ flashes for a few seconds in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor when you turn on the camcorder if the cell is not installed or needs replacing.

Clock Cell

Clock Cell Holder

Clock Cell

(+ Side Facing Out)

.--Insert Object Here

to Remove Cell

1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply

attached to the camcorder.

2. Pull the clock cell holder out of the clock cell compartment.

3. Insert the clock cell with the "+" terminal facing out, and press it in.

4. Place the clock cell holder into the

clock cell compartment. Be sure to insert the holder fully into the compartment.

To Remove Lithium Cell

To remove battery, insert a pointed

nonmetallic object between battery and clock cell holder and lift.

Cautions: Lithium cell battery. Replace only with 3-volt lithium cell - such as CR2025. Use of other cell presents a risk of fire or explosion. Must be

disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cell. May cause bums or personal injury.

Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.

The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F

(100°C), or incinerate.

Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell. and never short the + and -

sides of the cell,

Set the Date and Time You must set the correct date and time before you can display and record it

on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous

page before you can set the date.

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

Switch in

CAMERA MAN

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN.

2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor.

TELE MACRO PICTURE FINE

SNAPSHOT FULL REC TIME OFF

INT. TIME OFF DATE/TIME

TITLE LANG. ENGLISH DEMO MODE OFF

'RETURN

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight DATE/TIME.

D. ZOOM ON

TELE MACRO OFF

PICTURE FINE

SNAPSHOT FULL

REC TIME OFF INT. TIME OFF

TITLE LANG. ENGLISH

DEMO MODE OFF

'RETURN

4. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the DATE/TIME menu.

Set the Date and Time (Continued)

DATE/TIME

; _00

MONTH J_N DAY 1

TIME AM12:00

EXIT

5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight YEAR. Press the menu

PUSH dial in. When the year starts flashing, rotate the menu PUSH dial to

select the year. When the correct year appears, press the menu PUSH dial in to set the year.

6. Repeat step 5 to set the MONTH and

DAY.

7. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight TIME.

DATE/TIME

YEAR 2000 MONTH NOV DAY

EXIT

8. Press the menu PUSH dial in. When the hour starts flashing, rotate the

menu PUSH dial to set the hour including AM or PM.

9. Press the menu PUSH dial in. When the hour stops flashing and the

minutes start flashing, rotate the menu PUSH dial to set the minutes.

10. Press the menu PUSH dial in. When none of the settings axe flashing, rotate

the menu PUSH dial to highlight

EXIT.

DATE/TIME

YEAR 2000 MONTH NOV

DAY 18

TIME AM 8:00

11. Press the menu PUSH dial in twice to remove the menus.

Notes: If you decide to return the date and time to the previous settings while the DATE/

77ME menu is displayed, rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight EXIT, and press.

Press the menu PUSH dial twice to remove the menus.

To display and record the date and/or time, see

the following pages.

Record AUTO DATE, Date, Time, and Title Displays

You must install the clock cell and set the date and time (as shown on the previous

pages) before the you can select and record the correct date and time.

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

CAMERA MAN

Select AUTO DATE, Date, Time, or Date and Time to Record on Your Tape

1. Attach a power supply and set

POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. The power indicator lights.

Note: AUTD DATE _is selected when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA AUTO.

2. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor.

EXPOSURE AUTO M.W.B. AUTO

16X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE

DATE/TIMEDISP.

• RETURN

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight DATE/TIME D1SP.

FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO

M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF

TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE

• RETURN

4. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

display the DATE/TIME D1SP. menu.

DATE/TIME DISP.

DATE TIME DATE/TIME

OFF I_EXIT

Record AUTO DATE, Date, Time, and Title Displays (Continued)

AM 10:25:00

OFF: No Display TIME Display

NOV 18.00 AM lO:25:oo l

DATE/TIME Display

5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to

highlight the date/time display you want to record.

• AUTO DATE: The date is auto- matically recorded for approxi-

mately five seconds and then AUTO

DATE is displayed whenever:

• The date is set or changed.

• This display mode is selected.

• The tape is changed or the tape

compartment opened.

• This display is selected when-

ever the POWER switch is set to

CAMERA AUTO.

• DATE Display: The date is

displayed and recorded.

• TIME: The time is displayed and

recorded.

• DATE/TIME Display: The

date and time axe displayed and recorded.

• OFF: No display is displayed or recorded.

Press the menu PUSH dial in to select the date/time display you want to

record. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

remove the menu. Press the thumb trigger to begin

recording.

Makesureyouselectgoodqualitytapesforyourcamcorder.Useofpoorqualitytapes ortapesthathavebeendamagedormishandledcancontaminatethevideoheads, resultinginasnowypictureornopictureatallduringplayback.Becausethereisno controloverthetypeoftapepurchasedorrentedbyconsumers,headcleaningisnot coveredunderwaxranty.Itisconsiderednormalmaintenance.

EraseProtection- Safety Tab

You can use your videocassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording,

just record over it.

A. Remove

safety tabor

slide tabto

REC OFF.

B. Cover hole

with vinyl tape or

slide tab to REC ON to record over tape.

Recording and Playback Speeds and Times

The camcorder records and plays back in standard speed (SP) or extended play (SLP). Select the recording speed by pressing and holding the SP/SLP button. The selected speed is displayed on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Listed below are the maximum SP and SLP recording times for popular VHS-C

cassettes.

SP - Standard play provides the best picture (less picture noise), but the shortest recording time (20 minutes with a TC-20 tape).

SLP - Extended play provides three times the recording time as SP (60 minutes with a TC-20 tape). SLP has slightly more picture noise than SP in normal playback. This might not be noticeable.

Cassette

TC-20 TC-30

TC-35

TC-40

Recording Time

20 Min. 30 Min. 35 Min. 40 Min.

SLP

60 Min. 90 Min.

105 Min. 120 Min.

Insert and Remove Cassettes

Close Cassette EJECT Button Window Compartment Button

CAUTIONS

Insert the cassette only one way with the

tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. The

cassette should slide easily into the holder.

Do not force the cassette.

Never try to open the door by prying as you

could damage the camcorder.

Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the

direction shown to remove any slack in the tape.

I__ _Tape Wheel

1. Open the LCD monitor at least 60 °

before opening the cassette holder.

2. Slide EJECT. The cassette holder opens automatically.

3. Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and tape window facing out.

4. Press on the area shown above until the cassette holder locks into place.

Cassette Care and Storage

• When you axe finished with a cassette, • rewind it, remove it from the camcorder, and label it.

• Store cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperatures. Do not leave your •

camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period. •

Excessive heat or cold might damage your cassettes.

• Keep the cassette away from strong magnetic fields such as electric motors

and other devices.

Keep dust from entering the cassette compartment. All dust is abrasive and causes excessive wear on the tape and the camcorder's recording or playback

heads. Do not use cassettes with damaged or

spliced tape. Do not use a cassette if it has been

damaged or exposed to moisture. The tape might jam and/or damage your

camcorder.

Time-Remaining Display

The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder for the tape speed you select is displayed. You must set the correct tape length in the TAPE LENGTH feature of the menu before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining.

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

Select a Tape Length

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN and the DSC/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

2. Press and hold the SP/SLP button to

select a tape speed.

3. Press the PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or on the LCD

monitor.

EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO

16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE

DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

MENU/DISPLAY Button

SP/SLP Button

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight TAPE LENGTH.

FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO

16 X 9 .O_F TITLE

DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

5. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

display the TAPE LENGTH menu.

Time-Remaining Display (Continued)

--MIN

(Calculating)

29MIN

3MIN

2MIN

(Flashing)

I M IN

(Flashing)

OMIN

(Flashing)

--MIN T30 -

TAPE END

Time-Remaining Display

in Viewfinder

or on LCD Monitor

-- Tape Length Indicator

_Tape Speed

Indicator

TAPE LENGTH

T30 T35

T40

EXIT

Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the type of tape you are

using.

• Select T20 for a tape with 20 minutes or less recording time

in SP

• Select T30 for a tape with 30 minutes recording time in SP

• Select T35 for a tape with 35 minutes recording time in SP

• Select T40 for a tape with 40 minutes recording time in SP

Press the menu PUSH dial in twice to select the tape length and remove the

menus.

Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record

You can see what you are recording on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 60 °, the viewfinder turns off. When you close the LCD monitor, the viewfinder turns on. To enable both you and the person you're recording to see what's being recorded, rotate the LCD monitor completely around

105° so the front of the monitor faces the person you're recording. The viewfinder

turns on automatically when you turn the monitor all the way around.

Use the LCD Monitor

The camcorder's LCD monitor is a miniature color monitor that displays

the picture seen by the camcorder when recording or playing back a tape.

Menu PUSH Dial

(Also Bright Control)

Cautions: Do not force the

monitor to rotate completely around. This damages the

monitor and/or the camcorder.

When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, close the monitor to prevent possible damage to the monitor from bumping against your body as you move.

Open the LCD monitor. Make sure the monitor is open at

least 60 °. The viewfinder turns off.

2. You can tilt the monitor up 180° or down 90°for convenient viewing.

• Tilt the monitor down to record

from a high angle, such as over a crowd.

• Tilt the monitor up to record from

a low angle, such as when you are kneeling.

3. Adjust the brightness of the image by turning the bright control (menu

PUSH dial). This does not affect the brightness of the recording you are

making.

• Turn the dial toward + to brighten

the image.

• Turn the dial toward - to darken the image.

4. When you axe finished, close the monitor and lock it into place.

Notes: When recording on a bright sunny day, the LCD monitor might be hard to see. Use the viewfinder.

The LCD monitor is manufactured using high-

precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black dots and/or bright dots (red,

blue, or green in color) that appearon the

screen. These points are a normalresult of the

manufacturing process. These dots won't

appear on the video you are recording. Over

99.99% are operational foreffective use.

Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record

(Continued)

Use the Viewfinder

The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor thatdisplays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. When the LCD monitor is open more than

60 °,the viewfinder turns off.

Eyepiece FocusControl

Viewfinder

Cautions

Do not force the viewfinder to rotate completely

around. This will damage the viewfinder mad/or the

camcorder. When carrying the cam-

corder with the shoulder

strap, put the viewfinder down to help prevent possible damage to the viewfinder from bumping against your body as you

move.

Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient

Viewing

For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder up or down.

Eyepiece Focus Control

The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your vision. If you wear eyeglasses, you probably can operate the camcorder

without them.

It is easiest to set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder's on- screen displays. Look through the viewfinder and adjust the eyepiece focus control for your vision.

The eyepiece focus control does not affect the focus of the picture actually recorded by the camcorder.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays

Several displays appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder to aid in the operation of the camcorder. You can press and hold the MENU/DISPLAY button for more than one second to remove or display the battery level indicator, tape-length indicator, and tape-remaining display.

fil

SEPIA

PAUSE

MWB

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

PM 8

Battery Level Indicator ( _ )

• This indicator shows the amount of

power left in the rechargeable battery.

• This indicator flashes when the battery

is almost empty.

Cassette Warning

• The _ indicator flashes when the

POWER switch is set to CAMERA and there is no cassette in the camcorder.

• The _ indicator flashes when the

POWER switch is set to CAMERA and the safety tab is set to REC OFF or

removed from the cassette.

AUTO DATE, Date, Time, or Date and

Time

Display the DATE/TIME D1SP. menu to display AUTO DATE, Date, Time, or the

Date and Time

These displays axe recorded when they are displayed. If you do not want to record one of them, select

OFF in the menu.

• Details are onpages 20-21.

P. (Program) AE Button Special Effect

Indicators

• _ SEPIA

This indicator appears when you select _SEP1A to give your record-

ings a brown-tone like old photo- graphs.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays (Continued)

•_ SPORTS

This indicator appears when you select

•_SPORTS to record fast-moving

action, such as sporting events.

SD:SHADOW

This indicator appears when you select SD:SHADOW to darken the picture and reduce glare.

HZ: HAZE

This indicator appears when you select HZ:HAZE to soften the picture and give it a misty white effect.

TWILIGHT

This indicator appears when you select TWILIGHT to record scenes at

twilight, fireworks, etc.

_2 S 1/2000

This indicator appears when you select

1/2000 to record faster-moving action

than the SPORTS mode.

• [] NEGA POSI

This indicator appears when you select NEGA POS1 to reverse the colors and

create a negative image.

Details are on page 48.

Preset Titles

• The preset title selected in the TITLE menu appears here. It will be recorded on the tape when it appears.

• Details are on pages 50-51.

M. W.B. (Manual White Balance

Indicators) The indicator for the manual white balance

selected in the M.W.B. menu appears here.

• _0_ appears when you select

_O_:F1NE to record outdoors on a

sunny day.

• -;_,,_ appears when you select

-;_N :CLOUD to record outdoors on a cloudy day.

• _ appears when you select :HALOGEN to record using

halogen or tungsten lighting.

• MWB appears when you select MWB

to adjust the color temperatures.

• Details are on pages 42-43.

Status Displays

• The _,_ indicator appears when the

camcorder is recording.

• The ------PAosE------indicator appears during

record-pause.

• • appears when the camcorder plays

back a tape.

• II appears during play-pause.

• •• appears during fast forward and

flashes during forward search.

• 44 appears during rewind and flashes

during reverse search.

(AT or MT) Tracking Indicator

• AT appears during automatic tracking.

• MT appears during manual tracking.

Zoom Indicator (4X t)

The zoom indicators appears here when you use the zoom lever.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays (Continued)

T30

M 0:00:00

+03

TAPE END

BRIGHT - g

BRIGHT (or VOLUME) Indicator

• The BRIGHT indicator appears when

you adjust the brightness of the monitor with the bright control (also menu PUSH dial).

• During playback, the VOLUME indicator appears when you adjust the

volume of the speaker with the VOL control (also zoom lever).

Exposure Indicators (+03) This indicator appears when you axe

adjusting brightness manually using the

EXPOSURE menu. Make sure the POWER switch is set to CAMERA MAN.

• Details are on pages 44-45.

Fade and Wipe Indicators (_] FADER)

Press the FADES button to display the indicator for the fade or wipe you want

to select.

• _] FADER for black fade.

• [] MOSAIC for mosaic fade.

• [] SCROLL for scroll wipe.

• E] SLIDE for slide wipe.

• I_l DOOR for door wipe.

• CW: CORNER for comer wipe.

• WW: WINDOW for window wipe.

• Details are onpages 46-47.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays (Continued)

Focus Indicators ( g,q •& ) These indicators appear when you are

adjusting focus manually using the

FOCUS menu. Make sure the POWER switch is set to CAMERA MAN.

• The focus indicators ( _ _ ) flash

when the auto-focus system cannot operate properly.

• g & appear when you have selected MENU in the FOCUS menu.

xl/ \1/

• ,S, and ,,*, flash while you adjust

manual focus and i_ and i_ flash when you cannot adjust the focus any farther

• Details are onpages 40-41. Lithium Cell ( _ )

• This indicator appears for a few

seconds when you turn on the cam- corder and the clock cell is missing or

needs to be replaced.

• Details are on page 17.

Animation and Time-Lapse Recording Indicators ( D 15S and "tim 5S )

The interval time selected for time- lapse recording ( _@15S, 30S, 1M1N, or 5M1N) appears here. Details am on

pages 54-55.

The recording time selected for animation or time-lapse recording (/Ill 1/4S, 1/2S, IS, or 5S)

appears here .Details are on

pages 52-55.

Steady Pix TM Indicator (_,)

• Press the STEADY PIX button to turn

the Steady Pix feature on or off.

• The Steady Pix indicator (N_) appears when the Steady Pix feature is on.

• Details are on page 45.

Tape Length (T30)

The tape length (T20, T30, T35, or T40) selected in the TAPE LENGTH menu

appears here.

• Details am on pages 24-25.

Tape Speed Indicators (SP or SLP) The tape speed selected with the SP/SLP

button appears here.

• Details am on page 22.

TBC (Time Base Corrector) Indicator

• During playback, press and hold the

STEADY P1X button to turn TBC on or

off. TBC appears when the time base corrector is turned on. Details are on

page 67.

Time Counter (MO:O0:O0)

• The time counter appears during playback. It is not recorded.

• An "M" appears in front of the time counter when memory-stop is on.

• Details am on page 67.

Time-Remaining Display (5MIN) The approximate time remaining on the

tape is automatically displayed. The correct tape length must be set in the

TAPE LENGTH menu.

• Details am on pages 24-25.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays (Continued)

FINE 30

LENS COVER P

Picture Quality Indicator The quality of picture selected and the

number of pictures remaining for that quality is displayed.

• FINE 30 is displayed for fine quality pictures with 30 pictures remaining.

• STD 60 is displayed for standaxd quality pictures with 60 pictures

remaining.

• Details are on page 61.

Snapshot Indicator

The indicator for the type of snapshot selected (other than FULL) is displayed. Only FULL and PIN-UP snapshots are

available when the DCS/V1DEO switch is set to VIDEO.

• P is displayed for PIN-UP.

• M4 is displayed for MULT1-4.

• M9 is displayed for MULT1-9.

• Details are on page 62.

Warnings and Information

• CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAlT appears when

excessive moisture has entered the camcorder. Place the camcorder in a

warm, dry area until this indicator disappears.

• LENS COVER briefly flashes to remind

you to open the lens cover.

LENS COVER might flash when the

camcorder is used in dark areas -- even if the lens cover is open.

• TAPE END appears when the end of

the tape is reached during recording or a cassette is inserted with its tape

already at the end.

• HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE

CLEANING CASSETTE when tape

head is dirty.

16X9 Mode

The camcorder lets you make recordings compatible with the 16X9 format. When

16X9 is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the

picture to produce the wide-screen effect. This is also known as "letterbox" recording.

Menu PUSH

Dial

(Rotate or

Press In)

New 16x9 TV Screen

Standard Shape TV Screen

Caution: Do not use this mode unless you

POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN have a €ompatible ! 6 X 9 TV, When p!ayed on

a regu!arTV, black bars appear in the picture,

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN and the DCS/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

2. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. FOCUS is highlighted.

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight OFF or ON.

• Select ON to record 16X9.

EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30

TITLE DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight 16X9 and press it in to

display the 16X9 menu.

16X9

OFF

EXIT

• Select OFF to turn off 16X9.

. Press the menu PUSH dial in twice to

turn 16X9 on or off and remove the menus.

SNAPSHOT Feature

The snapshot feature lets you take snapshots that axe recorded on the tape in your camcorder when you axe recording. When the DSC/V1DEO switch is set to VIDEO, the snapshot is recorded on your tape and stored in the built-in memory of the camcorder. When the DSC/V1DEO switch is set to DSC, the snapshot is only stored in the built-in memory of the camcorder as described on pages 60-63.

SNAPSHOT

Button

DSC/VIDEO

Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

Switch in

CAMERA MAN

1. Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to

display the menu in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is

highlighted.

TELE MACRO

PICTURE FINE

SNAPSHOT FULL

RECTIME OFF INT.TIME OFF DATE/TIME

TITLELANG. ENGLISH

DEMOMODE OFF

'RETURN

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight SNAPSHOT.

5. Press the PUSH dial in to display the SNAPSHOT menu.

SNAPSHOT Feature (Continued)

SNAPSHOT

PIN-UP

EXIT

6. Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight the type of snapshot you want to take.

• Select FULL to take a full screen

snapshot with no frame.

• Select PIN-UP to have the snapshot

framed like a picture.

7. Press the PUSH dial in to select the type of snapshot you want to take.

8. Press the PUSH dial in remove the menu from the screen.

9. The indicator for the type of snapshot you select appears in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor.

• P appears when you select PIN-UP.

• No indicator appears when FULL is

selected.

10. Press the SNAPSHOT button while

recording to take a snapshot. There is a momentary camera shutter-type

blackout and the sound effect of a

shutter closing. The type snapshot selected appears and then the camcorder returns to the scene you axe recording by wiping the scene in from

the center to the corners of a black screen.

Notes: The P.AE special effects can be used with

snapshots.

Fades and wipes do not operate with the

snapshot mode.

If you take a snapshot using the 16X9 mode, the black bars will not appear on the snapshot.

You can select the quality picture to be stored

in memory. The type and number of pictures remaining appears. If "0" is flashing, no

snapshot will be stored in memory. See pages

76-77for details of deleting pictures.

Snapshots taken in dark areas and stored in the built-in memory will appear coarse and lose

their true colors.

DSC/VIDEO

Switch --

SEARCH R

44 Button

SEARCH F

,, Button

MENU/

DISPLAY

Button

SP/SLP

Button

Thumb Trigger

POWER

Switch

icrophone

AutoShot TM Mode

The POWER switch lets you select automatic or manual control of several

features. To Turn on the AutoShot TM Mode

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO. The power indicator lights

and the camcorder enters record- pause. --=PAUSE_ appears.

2. Set the DCS/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

3. Press the thumb trigger to start recording.

• The camcorder automatically

controls focus, exposure, and white balance.

• The MENU/DISPLAY button and

menu PUSH dial will not operate.

• AUTO DATE is selected for the

date and time display.

To Turn Off the AutoShot TM Mode

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN.

Quick Review Feature

Press and release SEARCH R 44 when the camcorder is in record-pause to

review the last few seconds of a record- ing. The POWER switch must be set to

CAMERA AUTO or CAMERA MAN.

The camcorder plays back the last few seconds of the recording, returns the tape to its previous position, and returns to record-pause.

Camera Edit Feature

The camera edit feature allows you to position the tape when the camcorder is in record-pause. Set POWER switch to

CAMERA AUTO or CAMERA MAN.

• Press and hold SEARCHR 44

to visually search the recorded tape in reverse.

• Press and hold SEARCHF _'_"

to visually search forward on the recorded tape.

Release the button to return the cam- corder to record-pause at that point on

the tape. Press the thumb trigger to start recording at this point.

Flying Erase Head

A separate erase head is mounted on the spinning headwheel (hence the term "flying"). This allows you to make clean edits without the "glitches" or "rainbow noise" that might occur at the beginning or the end of recordings.

MENU/DISPLAY Button

Press and hold the MENU/DISPLAY

button for more than one second to remove or display the battery level

indicator, tape-length indicator, and tape- remaining display in the viewfinder or on

the LCD monitor.

Zooming

You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by moving the zoom lever on the camcorder. The camcorder automatically focuses when you zoom at most distances. Digital zooming allows you to zoom up to 400 times.

To record a close-up of a small subject closer than three feet. Turn on the TELE MACRO feature in the menu. You can record a small subject at a distance of approximately 23 inches.

Zoom Lever (T and W)

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY Button

Use the Zoom Lever (W and T)

To zoom in or out (up to 16 times), rotate the zoom lever.

• To move the lens in the telephoto

(close-up) direction, rotate the

zoom lever toward T.

• To move the lens in the wide angle

direction, rotate the zoom lever toward W.

• The zoom level indicator appears in

the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor during zooming.

"POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

Digital Zooming

Digital zooming mmkes zooming possible from 16X (the optical zoom limit) to a maximum of 400X.

Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

Press MENU/DISPLAY to display the menu in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is highlighted.

TELE MACRO

PICTU RE FINE

SNAPSHOT FULL

REC TIME OFF

INT. TIME OFF DATE/TIME

TITLE LANG. ENGLISH

DEMO MODE OFF

P"RETURN

Zooming (Continued)

3. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

display the D. ZOOM menu.

D. ZOOM

OFF

EXIT

Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight OFF or ON.

• Select ON to turn digital zooming

on.

• Select OFF to turn D. ZOOM off.

5. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to turn digital zooming on or off and

remove the menus from the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

Notes: As the zoom level increases, the picture gradually becomes less sharp. Digital zooming is recommended mainly for special

effects.

Tele Macro Zooming

1. Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

2. Press MENU/DISPLAY to display the menu in the viewfinder or on the LCD

monitor. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight TELE MACRO.

D.ZOOM O_

TEEE M_RO _ i_

PICTURE _i_ SNAPSHOT FULL

REC TIME OFF INT, TIME OFF

DATE/TIME TITLE LANG. ENGLISH DEMO MODE OFF I"RETURN

3. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the TELE MACRO menu.

TELE MACRO

EXIT

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight ON or OFF and press the

dial in.

• Select ON if you want to record a

small subject within approximately 24 inches.

• Select OFF for normal zooming.

5. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to turn tele macro zooming on or off and

remove the menus.

Focusing

The camcorder adjusts focus automatically under normal conditions. You might need to focus manually under certain conditions.

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

Switch in

CAMERA MAN

Auto Focus

During auto focus the camcorder focuses on the object located in the

center area of the viewfinder.

• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO to turn on the auto focus

feature. No focus indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD

monitor.

Notes: The low-contrast indicator (I_ _ ) in theviewfinder or LCD

monitor indicates the auto-focus system might not operate correctly due to low

illumination, low or no contrast, repeated patterns, or two subjects at different

distances overlapping. Use tele macro zooming when

recording a subject close to the lens or the camcorder may

zoom out to focus. The lens must be clean for the camcorder to

focus accurately.

Focusing (Continued)

Manual Focus You might need to focus manually under

certain conditions.

1. Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

2. Rotate the zoom lever to T to zoom in on the subject and center the subject

in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

3. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. FOCUS is highlighted.

EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

4. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

display the FOCUS menu.

FOCUS

AUTO

EXIT

Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight MANU and press the dial in.

,11, appears in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. The focus is locked at this point.

6. Adjust the focus for a subject nearer or farther away.

• Rotate the menu PUSH dial up to

focus on a subject farther away. "_ flashes while you axe adjusting the

focus and _ flashes when you cannot adjust the focus any more.

• Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to

\l/

focus on a subject nearer. ,,_. flashes while you axe adjusting the focus and ia,flashes when you cannot adjust the focus any more.

7. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to remove the menus.

Notes: To return to auto focus, select

AUTO in the FOCUS menu or set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO.

Conditions Requiring Manual Focus

• When recording a subject through a

window or when scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off water.

• When recording a subject having a

close foreground and a background that is far away.

• When recording in low-light situations.

• When recording two subjects at

different distances that overlap in the same scene.

• When recording a subject with no

contrast (such as a clear blue sky).

• When the subject is not in the center of

the scene.

When recording a scene with fast motions, like a tennis swing.

White Balance

Mmking colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved by adjusting the way the camcorder "sees" and records the light source in the scene you record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance. You might want to adjust white balance manually under certain conditions, such as recording an object with various shades of the same color or when recording a predominantly red or brown object outdoors.

Zoom Lever (T and W)

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY Button

_POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

Auto White Balance

During auto white balance, the camcorder adjusts the white balance.

• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO to turn on the automatic white

balance feature. No indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD

monitor.

Manual White Balance

Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and

DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. FOCUS is highlighted.

White Balance (Continued)

EXPOSURE M. W.B. AUTO

16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE

DATE!TIME DISP.

• RETURN

Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight M. W. B. and press the dial

in to display the M.W.B. menu.

M.W.B.

_o_:FINE

_-, :CLOUD

:HALOGEN

MWB

EXIT

Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the white balance you want

to use.

• No indicator appears when you select AUTO white balance.

° Select ;o{ :FINE when recording

outdoors on a sunny day.

• Select -)_ :CLOUD when record- ing outdoors on a cloudy day.

° Select _ :HALOGEN when

recording using halogen or tungsten lighting.

• Select MWB when shooting subjects with different color temperatures and adjust the white

balance as follows:

M.W.B.

AUTO

_o_:FINE

_-. :CLOUD

EXIT

Note: Connecting your camcorder to a color TV monitor may be helpful when

making white balance adjustments.

A. Point camcorder at a white, flat

object such as a piece of white paper.

B. While MWB is highlighted, press

and hold the menu PUSH dial until MWB starts flashing.

The MWB indicator flashes while the camcorder is adjusting

white balance and stops flashing when it is ready to record.

Note: To change the tint for special recording, substitute colored paper for white. The white balance is

adjusted based on the color.

Red paper - deeper green Blue paper - orange

Yellow paper - deeper purple

Press the menu PUSH dial to remove the menus.

Note: To return to auto white balance, select AUTO in the M.W.B. menu or set the

POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO.

Exposure Control

The camcorder controls the iris for you when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA AUTO. The camcorder adjusts brightness automatically under normal conditions. You might need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject.

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Button

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

Switch in

CAMERA MAN

",,MENU/DISPLAY Button

Auto Exposure The camcorder adjusts the iris for

the best possible picture during auto exposure.

• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO to turn on the automatic

exposure feature. No indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor.

Manual Exposure

You may need to adjust exposure manually under certain conditions, such as those listed on the next page.

Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and

DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

display the menu in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. FOCUS is

highlighted.

EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

Exposure Control (Continued)

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight

EXPOSURE, and press the dial in to display the EXPOSURE menu.

EXPOSURE

AUTO MAN_

EXIT

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight MANU (manual) and press

the dial in. The exposure indicator

(00) appears.

5. Adjust the exposure for a dark or bright subject. The exposure you

select appears.

• To brighten the image, rotate the

menu PUSH dial up. You can adjust the exposure to +06.

° To darken the image, rotate the

menu PUSH dial down. You can adjust the exposure to -06.

6. Press the menu PUSH dial in twice to

select an exposure and remove the

menus.

Notes: To return to auto exposure, select

AUTO in the EXPOSURE menu or set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO.

Conditions Requiring Manual Exposure

• When recording with a bright back-

ground or reverse lighting.

° When recording with a very dark

background or very bright subject.

• When recording a reflective natural

background -- such as a beach or when skiing.

Steady Pix TM Feature

The Steady Pix feature corrects slight shaking of images during some recording

modes.

• While zooming in on a distant subject.

• When recording an approaching small subject.

• When recording while walking or riding in a vehicle.

• When recording through a vehicle's window.

To Use the Steady Pix TM Feature

• Press the STEADY P1X button to turn the Steady Pix feature on. The Steady

Pix indicator (_,) appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

• Press the STEADY P1X button to turn the Steady Pix feature off. The Steady

Pix indicator (_,) disappears.

Notes: Turn the Steady Pix feature off when using a tripod.

There is a small change in the picture size when using the Steady Pix feature.

Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or when shooting the

following:

• Subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

• Dark or dim subjects.

• Subjects with excessive backlighting.

• Scenes with movement in various directions.

• Scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

Fade or Wipe In or Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade or wipe

in and out of scenes. The picture gradually appears or disappears. The speed of the fade or wipe is controlled by the camcorder.

FADES

Button

DSC/VIDEO

To Fade or Wipe In or Out

1. Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and

DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

2. Repeatedly press the FADES button. The indicator for the fade or wipe you

select will appear.

_B-_FADER

[]

• Select [] FADER to fade in and

out to/from a black screen.

• Select [] MOSAIC to fade in and

out to/from a mosaic effect.

• Select [] SCROLL wipe to have

the scene wipe in with a black screen from the bottom to the top or wipe out from the top to the

bottom.

• Select [] SLIDE wipe in with a new image from right to left or wipe out with a black screen moving from left to right

• Select [] DOOR wipe to have the scene wipe in with a black screen moving from the center out to the sides or wipe out moving from the

sides into the center

• Select CW:CORNER to wipe in from the upper right corner to lower left corner or wipe out from the lower left corner to the upper right corner

• Select WW:W1NDOW to have the next scene wipe in from the center

to the corners covering the previous scene.

• Select OFF if you do not want to fade or wipe in or out.

3. Press the thumb trigger to start or stop recording. The camcorder fades in or

out of the scene.

Note: The screen becomes slightly reddish if fade is used with the sepia feature.

If the haze feature is selected, [] FADER fades in and out from a white screen.

Fade or Wipe In or Out (Continued)

LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays

I I

Normal Picture (No Faded

WW:WINDOW

Window Wipe

CW:CORNER

_'_ SCROLL

ScrollWipe

[_SLIDE

Slide Wipe

Corner Wipe Door Wipe

Fade or Wipe In

1. Press the thumb trigger to pause

recording.

2. Repeatedly press FADES to select the fade or wipe you want to use.

Note: The last fade or wipe used appears the first time you press FADES.

3. Press the thumb trigger to start recording. The picture and sound gradually appear in place of the blank

screen.

Fade or Wipe Out

1. During recording, repeatedly press FADES to select a fade or wipe.

Note: The last fade or wipe used appears the first time you press FADES.

2. Press FADES to stop recording. The picture and sound gradually disappear.

P. (Program) AE Button

The P. (Program) AE button lets you select one of several different effects. Press the button to select the effect you want. The name and indicator for the effect appears briefly and then the indicator remains.

P. (Program) AE

Button

Indicator and Name Uses

Picture is recorded in sepia (brownish red) and offers the

[_ SEPIA vintage look of old movies.

Use to capture fast-moving action with less blurring. Use

_SPORTS when playing back a recording on a VCR featuring special

effects, such as pause or slow motion.

SD:SHADOW Use to counter effects of glare and darken the picture with a

black mist.

HZ:HAZE Use to soften the image and give the picture a misty white

effect.

_TW1LIGHT Use for twilight scenery, fireworks, etc. to make them look

more natural and dramatic.

Sets shutter speed to 1/2000. Use to record faster moving action than sports mode with less blurring. Use when

2 S 1/2000 playing back a recording on a VCR featuring special effects,

such as pause or slow motion.

_INEGA Use to reverse the color (create a negative image).POS1

O/:_ _ Use to turn off all special effects.

Demo Mode You can turn on the DEMO mode in the MENU to have a demonstration of some

of the camcorder's features.

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

To Turn the Demo Mode On

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

2. If a cassette is inserted, remove the safety tab or set it to REC OFF.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is highlighted.

TELE MACRO PICTURE FINE SNAPSHOT FULL

RECTIME OFF INT. TIME OFF DATE/TIME TITLELANG. ENGLISH DEMOMODE OFF

_RETURN

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight DEMO MODE and press it

in to display the DEMO menu.

POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

DEMO

OFF

EXIT

Rotate the MENU dial to highlight OFF or ON. Press the PUSH dial

twice to select ON or OFF and remove the menus.

• Select ON if you want the cam- corder to demonstrate some of the

recording features. Note: Zoom is the only feature that

operates during the demo mode.

• Select OFF if you do not want a demonstration.

To Turn the Demo Mode Off Turnoff the camcorder.

Preset Titles

The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles. You can also choose the language for your titles.

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY Button

'POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

Select a Language for the Title You can select English, French, or

Spanish to record your preset titles.

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is highlighted.

_ ZOOM:TELE MACRO _l e PICTURE FINE

SNAPSHOT FULL REC TIME OFF

INT. TIME OFF DATE/TIME

TITLE LANG. ENGLISH

DEMO MODE OFF b'RETURN

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight TITLE LANG. and press the

menu PUSH dial in to display the TITLE LANG. menu.

TITLE LANG,

FRENCH SPANISH

EXIT

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the language you want to use

to record the preset title,

5. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to select the language and remove the

menus.

Preset Titles (Continued)

Record a Preset Title

Set POWER switch to CAMERA MAN 5.

and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. FOCUS is 6. highlighted.

EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF

TAPE LENGTH T30 TITLE

DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight TITLE.

FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TAPE LENGTH T30

DATE/TIME DISP.

• RETURN

Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight the title you want to record,

and press the dial twice to select the title and remove the menus.

Startrecording. The title you selected is superimposed and recorded on your tape.

To Stop Recording the Title

1. Set POWER to CAMERA MAN and

DSC/V1DEO to VIDEO.

2. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. FOCUS is highlighted.

3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight TITLE and press the dial in

to display the TITLE menu.

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight OFF and press the dial in

twice to turnoff the title and remove the menus.

4. Press the menu PUSH dial in to

display the TITLE menu.

TITLE

OFF HAPPY BIRTHDAY

CONGRATULATIONS OUR FAMILY SOMEONE SPECIAL VACATION SUPER STAR FI RST EXIT

Animation Recording You can produce an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene

or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such as cartooning).

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY Button

POWER Switch in CAMERA MAN

To Record Using Animation

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP. SP appears in the viewfinder or on

the LCD monitor.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is highlighted.

TELE MACRO PICTURE

SNAPSHOT

REC TIME INT. TIME DATE/TIME

TITLE LANG. DEMO MODE

b'RETURN

FINE FULL

OFF OFF

ENGLISH OFF

Animation Recording (Continued)

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight REC TIME and press the

dial in to display the REC TIME menu.

REC TIME

OFF 1/4 S

1/2 S 1S

EXIT

5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the amount of time you want

the camcorder to record.

• Select 1/4S to record for 1/4

second.

• Select 1/2S to record for 1/2

second.

• Select IS to record for one second.

• Select 5S to record for five seconds.

• Select OFF if you do not want to

record for a selected amount of time.

6. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to exit the menu.

7. _ and the amount of recording time appear in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor.

8. Press the thumb trigger to start recording.

Note: The recording stops automatically after the selected period of recording time.

You might want to take two to five shots of the subject in the same position.

9. Move the subject and repeat step 8 for the desired number of shots.

Note: Fade does not operate during animation or time-lapse recording.

To Stop Animation Recording Set the REC TIME in the menu to OFF.

Time-Lapse Recording

You can make automatic recordings at preset time intervals. The recording shows subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object.

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY Button

'POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

To Record Using Time Lapse

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP. SP appears in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is highlighted.

TELE MACRO

PICTURE FINE

SNAPSHOT FULL

RECTIME OFF INT.TIME OFF DATE/TIME

TITLELANG. ENGLISH

DEMOMODE OFF

_RETURN

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight REC TIME and press it in to

display the REC TIME menu.

Time-Lapse Recording (Continued)

REC TIME

OFF 1/4S 1/2S 1S

EXIT

5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the amount of time you

want the camcorder to record.

• Select 1/4S to record for 1/4

second.

• Select 1/2S to record for 1/2

second.

• Select 1S to record for one

second.

• Select 5S to record for five

seconds.

6. Press the menu PUSH dial in to select a recording time and return to the

menu.

7. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight INT. TIME and press it in to

display the INT. TIME menu.

Note: You cannot select an 1NT: 77ME if

no REC 77MEis selected.

recordings (15S, 30S, 1 M1N, or

5 M1N).

• Select 15S to delay the recording for 15 seconds.

• Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds.

• Select i M1N to delay the recording for one minute.

• Select 5 M1N to delay the recording for five minutes.

• Select OFF if you do not want the camcorder to delay recording.

9. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to select a time and exit the menus.

/1 and the amount of recording time

and _ and the amount of interval time between recordings appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD

monitor.

INT. TIME

OFF

30 S 1 MIN 5 MIN

EXIT

Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight the desired time between

10. Press the thumb trigger to start recording.

Note: The camcorder starts and stops recording the selected amount of time.

Note: Fade does not operate during animation or time-lapse recording.

To Stop Time-Lapse Recording Set the REC TIME and INT. TIME in the

menus to OFF.

DemoMode Youcanturn on the DEMO mode in the MENU to have a demonstration of some

of the camcorder's features.

DSC/VIDEO Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

To Turn the Demo Mode On

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

2. If a cassette is inserted, remove the safety tab or set it to REC OFF.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder or

on the LCD monitor. D. ZOOM is highlighted.

TELE MACRO PICTURE FINE SNAPSHOT FULL

RECTIME OFF INT. TIME OFF DATE/TIME TITLELANG. ENGLISH DEMOMODE OFF

_RETURN

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight DEMO MODE and press it

in to display the DEMO menu.

POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

DEMO

OFF

EXIT

Rotate the MENU dial to highlight OFF or ON. Press the PUSH dial

twice to select ON or OFF and remove the menus.

• Select ON if you want the cam- corder to demonstrate some of the

recording features. Note: Zoom is the only feature that

operates during the demo mode.

• Select OFF if you do not want a demonstration.

To Turn the Demo Mode Off Turn off the camcorder.

Attach the Shoulder Strap

The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement.

To Attach the Shoulder Strap

1. If the strap keeper is over a 3. double section of the strap,

slide the strap keeper off the end of the strap. Replace the keeper on the strap between the

buckle and the end of the strap as

shown.

Keeper

2. Loop the end of the strap over the top of the shoulder strap attachment ring.

Keep_

Buckle

Attachment _ Rings

Thread the end of the strap back through the keeper and buckle making sure it is threaded under the outer strap. Make sure the strap is

not twisted.

4. Attach the other end of the strap to the other shoulder strap attachment ring.

5. Adjust the shoulder strap to the desired length.

6. Slide both keepers up snugly against the shoulder strap attachment rings to prevent the strap from slipping.

Cautions: When carrying the camcorder with the shoulde r strap, you may find it convenient to close the LCD monitor and rotate the viewfinder down. This helps prevent possible daxnag e to the monitor or viewfinder from bump-

ing against your body as you move. Make sure the shoulder strap is firmly attached before using it to carry the camcorder.

Built-In Color Enhancement Light The built-in color enhancement light automatically adds more light when

needed. The POWER switch must be set to CAMERA to operate the video light.

LIGHT OFFoA UTO°ON

Switch

Video Light

To Use the Light

Set the LIGHT OFF,AUTO.ON switch.

• Set to ON to turn the light on. Note: We recommend you set white

balance to _..'HALOGEN in the M.W.B. menu when using the light.

• Set to AUTO to have the light come on automatically when the camcorder senses there is insufficient light for the

best recording. Notes: If the lighting condition is unstable

the light might turn on and off. Set the light to ON or O/:__.

The light might stay on when using high

shutter speeds.

• Set to OFF to turn the light off. Turn the light off when you axe not recording to save battery power.

Note: When the light is turned on, the camcorder may turn off if the battery's power

is low even though the battery level indicator is not flashing.

Cautions: Do not operate the video light closer

than one foot to people or other objects. The video light becomes very hot. Do

not touch it during operating or right after using it. Serious injury may result

Do not place the camcorder in a carrying case right after using the light.

Never operate the video light close to flammable or explosive material.

Built-In Color Enhancement Light (Continued)

Replace the Bulb Assembly

Carefully follow the instructions below.

Cautions

The video light and bulb need to cool for approximately 30 minutes after the camcorder has been used before the bulb assembly is replaced,

Do not touch the light bulb with your fingers. If the bulb is accidentally touched, wipe it with a soft cloth. A dirty bulb may cause smoke and have

a reduced service life.

To Replace the Bulb Assembly

1. Insert a fiat nonmetallic object (such as a plastic screwdriver) in the small

hole as shown.

3. Slide the new bulb assembly into the camcorder until it is locked into

place.

Plastic

Screwdriver Video Light

2. Pull on the sides of the bulb

assembly and remove it from the camcorder.

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Recording

When the DSC/V1DEO switch is set to DSC, digital still pictures are stored only in the camcorder's built-in memory. These pictures can be transferred to a PC, saved, and edited using the included cable and software.

You can choose the quality of the pictures you want to record and four types of snapshots. These snapshots can be viewed, protected, and deleted from the memory. Some sample pictures have been stored in memory, you can use the delete function described on pages 76-77 to remove them.

When the DSC/V1DEO switch is set to VIDEO, the snapshots are stored on the tape and in the built-in memory. Details are on pages 34-35.

SNAPSHOT

Button

DSC/VIDEO

Switch in DSC

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

POWER Switch in

CAMERA MAN

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Recording (Continued)

Select a Picture Mode (Fine or Standard)

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA

MAN.

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu. D. ZOOM is

highlighted.

TELE MACRO PICTURE FINE SNAPSHOT FULL REC TIME OFF

INT. TIME OFF DATE/TIME TITLE LANG. ENGLISH DEMO MODE OFF

b'RETURN

Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight PICTURE and press it in to

display the PICTURE menu.

PICTURE

FINE

STAN_Rb

EXIT

Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight FINE or STANDARD.

• Select FINE for the best quality

pictures. You can shoot approxi- mately 30 pictures in a format

based on JPEG.

• Select STANDARD to shoot

approximately 60 pictures in a format based on JPEG. Select this

mode when you want to shoot alot of still images.

6. Press the PUSH dial twice to select FINE or STANDARD and remove the menus.

7. The indicator for the mode you select and the number of pictures remaining will appear in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor.

FINE 25

• FINE and the number of pictures in

the fine mode appear when you select FINE.

A star (_) appears next to the picture's number when you view the pictures in memory using the INDEX feature on the playback

menu.

• STD and the number of pictures in

the standaxd mode appear when you select STANDARD.

• When the remaining number of

pictures is a flashing zero, you must delete some pictures before you can store any more in memory.

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Recording (Continued)

Select a Snapshot Mode (Full, Pin-up, Multi-4, or Multi-9)

SNAPSHOT

Button

DSC/VIDEO

Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

Switch in

CAMERA MAN

1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA MAN.

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu. D. ZOOM is

highlighted.

TELEMACRO

PICTURE FINE SNAPSHOT FULL RECTIME OFF INT.TIME OFF DATE/TIME

TITLELANG. ENGLISH

DEMOMODE OFF

b'RETURN

4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to

highlight SNAPSHOT and press it in to display the SNAPSHOT menu.

SNAPSHOT

PIN-UP MULTI-4 MULTI-9

EXIT

Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight the type of snapshot you want to take.

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Recording (Continued)

• Select FULL to tmke a full screen

snapshot with no frame.

Select PIN-UP to have the snapshot framed like a picture.

6. Press the PUSH dial twice to select a type of SNAPSHOT and remove the

menus.

7. An indicator for PIN-UP, MULT1-4, or MULT1-9 will appear in the

viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

FINE 25

Select MULTI-4 to take four continuous pictures and display

them as one.

Select MULT1-9 to take nine continuous pictures and display

them as one.

• No indicator appears when you

select FULL.

• P appears when you select PIN-UP.

• M4 appears when you select

M ULT1-4.

• M9 appears when you select

MULT1-9.

Notes: If you press SNAPSHOT with the DSC/VIDEO switch set to VIDEO, the

picture is stored on the tape and in the camcorder's memory. Details on pages 34-35.

A snapshot taken in the 16X9 mode is recorded without the black bars.

Snapshots taken in a dark area may become coarse and lose its true colors.

Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback

You can view tapes in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. You can hear the sound from the tapes on the built-in spemker.

SNAPSHOT Button

TBC Button (Also STEADY PIX Button)

VOL (Volume) Control (Also Zoom Lever)

LCD Monitor

Press here to close cassette compartment.

Eyepiece Focus Control

Viewfinder

i[ _- Speaker

_J_DSC/VIDEO SwiIch

1" _/I/I..,FF I_I_ Button

REW '14 Button

"_ PLAY/PAUSE

Button

J0___STOP Button

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Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Also Bright Control)

To Play Back a Tape

1. Attach a power supply.

Attach the adapter/chaxger, charged

battery, or optional car cord.

2. Insert a tape.

• Open the LCD monitor. Open the monitor atleast 60 °before opening the cassette compartment.

• Slide EJECT switch to the left to open the cassette compartment.

• Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape.

• Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.

• Press on the area shown above to lock the cassette compartment

closed.

Set the POWER switch to VCR and

the DSC/VIDEO switch to VIDEO.

The power indicator lights.

Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback (Continued)

4. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder

to see what you are playing back.

Use the LCD Monitor

• Mmke sure the monitor is open 60 °. The viewfinder turns off.

• Rotate the monitor to a comfortable viewing position (180°up and

around or 90 ° down).

• Adjust the brightness of the image by turning the bright control (also

menu PUSH dial).

• Adjust the speaker volume with the

VOL (volume) control also zoom

lever).

Use the Viewfinder

• Make sure the monitor is closed and locked. The viewfinder turns on.

• Adjust the viewfinder for a comfortable viewing position.

• Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to

begin playback.

• The • indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD

monitor during playback.

• Turn on TBC (Time Base Corrector) if picture needs stabilizing. TBC indicator appears

in viewfinder or on LCD monitor.

• If necessary, adjust tracking.

• During playback, use the play- back features on the following

pages.

Press the STOP button when you are finished.

Snapshot Playback Feature

You can use the snapshot feature when you axe playing a tape back through the

LCD monitor or viewfinder.

The only type of snapshot that will appear is FULL.

• Playback the tape as described on the

previous page, and press the SNAPSHOT button.

A FULL snapshot will appear in viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

The camcorder will resume normal

playback.

Playback Features

Eyepiece Focus Control

P.AE and FADES Buttons

(Also Tracking Buttons)

Viewfinder

TBC Button (Also STEADYPIX Button)

DSC/VIDEO Switch

in VIDEO

REW (Rewind) 44 Button \

FF (Fast Forward) • • Button

STOP Button

PLAY/PA USE Button

EJECT Switch

COUNTER R/M Button

POWER Switch

in VCR

Position the Tape

Set POWER switch to VCR and press STOP.

• Press and quickly release the REW (rewind) • • button or FF (fast

forward) • • button to rewind or fast- forward the tape.

• Press STOP to stop the tape.

Visual Search

During playback, press and release REW (rewind) • • button or FF (fast

forward) •• button if you want to

search the tape visually in forward or

reverse. Press PLAY/PAUSE to return to normal

playback. For brief searching, press and hold

REW (rewind) • • button or FF (fast forward) •• button for more than two

seconds. Release the button to return to

normal playback.

Stop-Action Pause

• During playback, press PLAY/PAUSE

to "stop the action" and view one frame of the tape.

• Press PLAY/PAUSE to return to normal playback.

Cauti0n:Pause is designed roy m0mentaU I

interruptions and Should not be used tb r an I

extended period of time. If the camcorder [ remains in pause for m0re tha n five minutes, [

it enters the Stop mode and turns off to [

prevent excessive tape we_i ]

Time Counter The time-counter display shows the

actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop

feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. Turn memory stop on to stop the

tape automatically during rewind or fast forward when the time counter reaches

M 0:00:00.

Playback Features (Continued)

To Use the Memory-Stop Feature

1. Locate the place on thetape you want to return to, set the POWER switch to

VCR, and press COUNTER R/M for

more thantwo seconds to reset the counterto 0:00:00.

2. PressCOUNTER R/M for less thanone second to turnthe time counter's

memory-stop featureon oroff. When memory stop is on, anM appears

before the time counter.

TBC (Time Base Corrector) During playback, TBC reduces jitter from

fluctuating video signals even on old tapes. If picture appears distorted, try turning TBC off.

Press and hold the STEADY P1X button for at least one second to turn TBC off or on. It may take a few seconds before

TBC actually starts working. The TBC indicator appears in the

viewfinder or on the LCD monitor when TBC is turned on and disappears when

TBC is turned off.

M 0:00:00

TBC

3. Continue to play the tape. When you

want to return to the place you marked, press the STOP button.

4. Press REW 4 4. The tape rewinds to the

time counter reading ofM 0:00:00.

Tracking

During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press both tracking

buttons (P.AE and FADES buttons) to activate manual tracking. Press either

button again until the streaks disappear. MT appears during manual tracking.

Press both tracking buttons again to turn automatic tracking back on. AT flashes in

the viewfinder for a few seconds and then disappears. Note: The tracking buttons may have no

effect on tapes recorded on other camcorders or VCRs.

Notes: TBC does not operate during visual search or stop-action pause. The picture may

be distorted when normal playback resumes after visual search or stop-action pause.

The picture may be distorted ifTBC is turned on or off at the edit in/out points.

Playback Special Effects To add special effects to playback images:

1. Start TBC mode and Auto Tracking.

2. Press the RAE button until the desired mode's name is displayed.

_l_ Classic Film-- gives the recording a

strobe effect in 16x9 black and white.

B/W Monotone-- makes footage appear

to be shot in black and white.

[] Sepia-- creates a brownish tint,

like in old photos. Strobe-- plays back like a series

of consecutive snapshots.

_ Video Echo-- adds a "ghost" to

the subject.

Note: playback effects do not work during shuttle search. Selected effects can not be

changed during still playback.

Use the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standaxd VHS format. The

cassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like other standaxd VHS cassettes.

Insert the VHS-C cassette into the cassette adapter. Insert the cassette adapter into the VHS VCR like a normal VHS cassette.

Install Cassette Adapter's Battery

Battery

Compartment

1. Remove battery compartment cover.

2. Install supplied "AA" battery so positive (+) and negative (-) ends align properly with (+) and (-) terminals in battery compartment.

3. Replace battery compartment cover.

Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter

Tape Wheel

Before inserting the cassette into the adapter, remove any slack in the tape by turning the tape wheel on the side of

the cassette. Slide E,IECT to the right to open the

cassette compartment lid.

Notes: Replace the battery when the load time becomes much longer than normal.

Remove the battery from the cassette adapter if it is not used for a month or more. This

prevents possible damage from battery leakage. If leakage occurs, wipe up the liquid

inside the compartment and replace the battery with a new one.

Cassette

I__lt / LidC°mpartment

EJECT Switch

3. Insert the cassette with the tape window on the left and facing up.

Allow the cassette to drop into the

adapter. Do not force the cassette.

Use the Cassette Adapter (Continued)

Load

Gently close the cassette compartment lid until it locks into place. Make sure the cassette reel area under the adapter

is free to turn while the cassette is loading. Note: You should hear a whirring sound

while the tape loads. The adapter's load detector will automatically retract into the

adapter.

Caution: If the load detector is still extending from the side of the cassette

adapter after you have attempted to load the cassette, loading is not complete. Try

to load the cassette again. Attempting to insert the cassette adapter into a VCR

with the load detector extending may cause damage to the adapter and/or VCR.

Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter

Reels

Caution: Do not touch the I

reels during !oading and I un!0adingi it Could Cause I injury or damage the cassette

adapter 0r tapel

Slide the adapter's EJECT switch to the right. The load detector extends from the side and the whirring sound indicates the tape is being released before the adapter's cassette compartment lid opens.

2. Use the access hole on the bottom of the adapter to push the cassette up and

remove it from the adapter.

3. Gently close the adapter's cassette compartment lid.

Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Inputs

To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio/video inputs, you need an optional audio/video cable, such as VH83 shown on page 81. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.

Back of

Mono VCR or

Back of

Stereo VCR or

TV Monitor

TV Monitor White _-_

Audio Plug Audio/Video

Output Cable

ional)

--_ _ V (Video) 4/I_'-._ \ _'_ / _ Jack _"_ _._

Y-Adapter White (Optional) Audio Audio/Video .-"

Plug Output Cable ..'" .'"

Yellow Video Plug

•" A (Audio) Jack

Installation

Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIO

1N jack on the TV (or VCR). Notes: If your cable does not have white

and yellow plugs, attach the same color to the audio jacks.

If your TV (or VCR) has stereo AUDIO IN

jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you

need a Y-adapter, such as AH25, shown on

page 8I to hear both channels.

2. Attach the yellow plug to the VIDEO 1N jack on the TV (or VCR).

3. Attach the white plug on the other end of the audio/video cable to the

A (audio) jack (located under the

small cover) on the side of the camcorder.

4. Attach the yellow plug to the yellow V (video) jack on the camcorder.

Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Inputs (Continued)

Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR

1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to

the video input channel.

B. Camcorder connected to VCR that

is already connected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the "line" or "camera mode". (If your VCR

does not have a "line" or "camera mode", consult the VCR owner's manual.) Operate the TV as you

normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR.

2. Set the POWER switch to VCR to turn on the camcorder. The power

indicator lights.

3. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO.

4. Press PLAY/PAUSE.

• During playback, use the playback

features on pages 65-67.

5. To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR, and press the VCR's RECORD

button.

Note: Make sure the memory-stop feature

is turned off (press COUNTER R/M) or the camcorder enters play-pause when the

counter reaches M 0:00:00. Press STOP when you axe finished.

Icaution: The unauthorized recording I

of Copyrighted material may infringe the rights of others. ]

Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording)

1. A.

Camcorder connected directly to 2. TV: Turn on the TV, and tune it to the video input channel.

Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turn

on VCR and place it in the "line" or "camera mode". (If your VCR 3.

does not have a "line" or "camera mode", consult the VCR owner's

manual.) Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR.

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA

and the DSC/V1DEO switch to

VIDEO.

Note: Turn the TV's volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by

feedback. Press the thumb trigger to begin

recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing (or recording) on

the TV screen.

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Playback

You can view the pictures stored in the camcorder's memory using the PAGE + and - buttons or the INDEX and SLIDE SHOW features of the playback menu. The pictures stored in memory can also be protected or erased using the playback menu. You can also transfer your pictures to a PC and edit them using the included cable and software.

DSC/VIDEO

Switch

PAGE + and -

Switch

SNAPSHOT

Button

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In) "POWER Switch in

MENU/DISPLAY VCR

Button

View the Pictures Using the PAGE Buttons.

The camcorder automatically numbers the pictures and stores them in numerical

order. You can view them one at a time using the PAGE + or - button.

1. Set the POWER switch to VCR. •

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

3. Press the PAGE + or - button to view the pictures stored in memory one at a

time.

• Press PAGE + to view the next picture.

Press PAGE - to view the previous

picture.

Digital Still Camera (DSC) Playback (Continued)

View the Pictures Using the Playback Menu

The camcorder automatically numbers

the pictures and stores them in numerical order. You can view them using the INDEX and SLIDE SHOW features of

the playback menu.

1.Set the POWER switch to VCR.

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

3.Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the playback menu.

To select one picture, rotate the PUSH dial to highlight the

picture, and press the PUSH dial in. The picture will fill the entire

screen.

SLIDE SHOW PROTECT

DELETE

b'RETURN

4.Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight INDEX or SLIDE SHOW.

• Select INDEX to view the pictures in numerical order in groups of six.

• To return to the INDEX feature, repeat steps 3 and 4.

• To exit INDEX, highlight EXIT,

and press the PUSH dial in.

• Select SLIDE SHOW to view the pictures like a slide show.

• To see the next six pictures rotate the PUSH dial down after

the sixth picture.

• To see the previous six pictures, rotate the PUSH dial up past the first picture.

• Press the PUSH dial in to stop the slide show and display one

picture.

• Press the PUSH dial in again to

remove the menu.

Protect the Pictures in Memory You can protect a picture in memory from accidental erasure. Place a padlock indicator

(_)beside the picture's number and it cannot be accidentally erased.

DSC/VIDEO

Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

"POWER Switch in

VCR

1.Set the POWER switch to VCR.

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

3.Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the playback menu.

SLIDE SHOW PROTECT

DELETE

bRETURN

4.Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight PROTECT.

INDEX

SLIDE SHOW

DELETE

b'RETURN

Protect the Pictures in Memory (Continued)

5.Press the PUSH dial in to activate the protect feature. The camcorder will

display the pictures using the INDEX feature.

8.When you are finished, rotate the PUSH dial to highlight EXIT.

6. Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight the picture you want to protect.

• To see the next six pictures rotate

the PUSH dial down after the sixth picture.

• To see the previous six pictures,

rotate the PUSH dial up past the first picture.

7.Press the PUSH dial in to protect the highlighted picture. A padlock indicator (n) appears on the picture when it is protected.

9.Press the PUSH dial in twice to exit the PROTECT feature and remove the menu.

Note: If you change your mind, press the

PUSH dial in again while the picture is

highlighted. The padlock indicator (l[]l) will disappear and the picture will not be

protected.

Delete the Pictures in Memory You can delete a picture, some pictures, or all of the pictures that axe not

protected in the camcorder's memory using the playback menu.

SNAPSHOT

Button

DSC/VIDEO

Switch

Menu PUSH Dial

(Rotate or Press In)

MENU/DISPLAY

Button

POWER Switch in

VCR

1. Set the POWER switch to VCR.

2. Set the DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the playback menu.

SLIDE SHOW

PROTECT DELETE

I_RETURN

Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight DELETE, and press the

PUSH dial in to activate the delete feature. The DELETE menu appears.

DELETE

ALL

EXIT

5. Choose SELECT to delete one or more pictures or ALL to delete all of the

pictures that are not protected.

• Delete all Pictures that are not

protected.

Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight ALL to delete all of the pictures that

axe not protected.

Delete the Pictures in Memory (Continued)

Press the PUSH dial in. Go to Step 6

to delete all the pictures that am not

protected.

• Select the pictures to delete.

When SELECT is highlighted, press

in the PUSH dial to individually select the pictures you want to delete. The camcorder will display the pictures using the INDEX feature.

disappear, and the picture will not be deleted.

Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight NEXT <DELETE> and press it in.

6. The DELETE menu appears. Use the DELETE menu to delete all of

the pictures that are not protected or the pictures you marked with a red X.

DELETE

ENTER

Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight the picture you want to delete.

• To see the next six pictures rotate

the PUSH dial down after the sixth picture.

• To see the previous six pictures, rotate the PUSH dial up past the first picture.

Press the PUSH dial in to place a red X next to the number of the picture you want to delete.

• Highlight CANCEL if you decide you don't want to delete any pictures.

• Select ENTER to delete all of the pictures that are not protected (if

you selected ALL) or the pictures you have selected and marked with a red X (if you chose SELECT).

7.Press the PUSH dial in with ENTER highlighted to delete all of the pictures

that are not protected or the pictures you have marked with a red X.

ENTER flashes and DELETING IN

PROGRESS appears.

8.Press the PUSH dial in to remove the menus.

Note: If you change your mind, press the PUSH dial in again. The red X will

Transfer the Pictures in Memory to a PC

Pictures stored in the built-in memory can be transferred and saved to a PC having a

Windows® 95 or Windows® 98 operating system using the cable and software provided. Consult the included software manual for installation and use of the

software.

Connect the Camcorder to a PC

Connect to COM

Port (RS-232C) on the PC

P/C Connection

Cable //....A

Connect to DIGITAL Connector of the camcorder.

1. Turn off the power to the camcorder and PC.

We suggest you use the adapter/ charger to power the camcorder due to the time involved transferring pictures

to or from a PC.

2. Connect the DIGITAL connector on the back of the camcorder to the COM

Port (RS-232C) on the PC using the

supplied cable.

3. Place the POWER switch in VCR and the DSC/V1DEO switch in DSC.

Make sure a picture stored in memory appears in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor.

4. Install and open the software program provided using the supplied CD and

software instruction manual.

5. During transfer of pictures from the

camcorder to the PC, PC _MODE is displayed on a blue screen in the

viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

6. When you are finished, close the software and then turn off the

camcorder.

Notes: The images will be transferred in the mode

they were recorded (Fine or Standard). Transferring the pictures to the PC does not

delete them from the camcorder's memory. If you are transferring pictures from the PC to

the camcorder, make sure the number of remaining pictures available is more than the

number of pictures being transferred.

*Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Recording Tips

Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction.

Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steadygradual "pan" avoids blurring and "jitter".

Use the viewfinder or LCD monitor to make sure the camcorder is level

while recording so that your scene isn't "tilted."

• Do not bump or tap the camcorder's microphone while recording because

this sound will be recorded.

• Include close-ups of individuals when taping family outings or group functions.

Traveling Tips

Write down your camcorder's serial number and keep it separate from the camcorder when traveling. If your camcorder is lost or stolen, you will be able to identify it.

Use extra care to avoid damage to your camcorder and accessories when

operating them at a beach or pool. Spray, sand, and dust should be avoided. If your lens has been exposed to the elements, clean it only with proper lens cleaning supplies.

Fading in and out of scenes makes your videos appear more professional.

Learn to use the special production effects available with your camcorder to add variety to your recordings.

Be aware of video and audio back- grounds. Background details barely

noticed while you are taping may show up as visual "clutter" on your record- ing. Background noises (especially TV sets, radios, household appliances, traffic sounds, etc.) might detract from the sound you want to record.

Avoid long "still" shots of landmarks and scenic attractions. Recordings are more interesting if they include people and details. "Local color" gives travel videos lasting appeal. Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point.

Make sure you have any plug adapters that you might need before talcing your

camcorder to other countries. Consult your dealer for advice.

Carry your camcorder in a carrying case when traveling. See the next page for a case designed especially for this camcorder. An ordinary suitcase or carry bag does not offer the protection your camcorder needs. Treat your camcorder as caxry-on luggage to protect it from rough handling.

Weinviteyoutotakealookatsomegreatideasforspaackingcreativityandaddingto thefunofusingyourcompactVHScamcorder.Thefollowingpageshaveaselection ofaccessoriestohelpmakeyourmemorablemomentslookandsoundevenbetter.

Theseaccessoriesaxedesignedtomaketheprocessofrecordingandwatchingyour videosmoreenjoyable.

Toorder accessories, contact your local Dealer.

If a dealer is not nearby, all accessories are available through toll-free ordering or by using the orderform on page 83.

AC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter

Do not use any 0ther car c0rd

with this camcorder.

Custom compact soft case designed especially to provide protection and utility for your compact VHS camcorder and most accessories. Rugged fabric

lined with soft non-abrasive material and generous padding. Has three outside

pockets with storage for lens filters, adapters, batteries, and tapes.

This car cord adapter enables you to operate your camcorder from your car, truck, or RV by plugging the car cord directly into the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket. The DCC08 is designed specifically to convert power from a

12-volt battery to a 6-volt output.

FB1260RechargeableBattery CPS91ACBatteryCharger

This rechargeable, 1-hour, nickel-cadmium battery is designed specifically for long life. The FB 1260 can be recharged with the AC adapter/chaxger that came with your camcorder.

BB99L Rechargeable Battery

This rechargeable 2-hour, nickel metal hydride battery is designed specifically for long life. The FB1260 is a 1-hour nickel cadmium battery. The BB99L powers your camcorder approximately twice as long as the FB 1260 (depending on how much you use zoom and pause). The BB99L can be recharged with the AC adapter/charger that came with your camcorder.

IAll speCificati0ns and descri ptions I

of accessories axe subject to change

Without noticel ........

The CPS91 battery charger plugs directly into an AC outlet and charges the FB 1260

and BB99L camcorder batteries.

Because the CPS91 operates on 100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, it can be used virtually anywhere in the world. A plug adapter might be required in some countries. Charging takes approximately seven hours for the FB 1260 (1 -hour battery),

and 13hours for the BB99L (2-hour battery).

VH83 Audio/Video Cable

This six foot audio/video cable can be

used to connect the camcorder to a TV monitor or VCR for tape playback or

copying tapes.

AH25 Y-Adapter

This Y-adapter allows you to connect your camcorder's mono audio cable to a stereo

TV or VCR.

UsingtheOptionalAC088Tripod

Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as AC088, keeps the camcorder steady and produces excellent video results.

This tripod's fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The quick-release mount mmkes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder. The grooved, tubular 3-section leg design folds down to 26" when not in use. Rubber feet allow for sure footing.

Cautions: Before using a tripod, make sure it is stable enough to hold the camcorder without falling over. Do not transport the camcorder attached to the tripod.

When attaching your camcorder to a tripod, be careful not to force the tripod

screw into the camcorder's tripod mounting hole. The tripod screw should not Wotrude into the camcorder more than approxi-

mately three-eighth (3/8) inch. Forcing the screw could damage the mounting hole on the bottom of the camcorder.

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Order Form for Camcorder Models CC6393

Description

Super Lightweight Tripod Soft Camcorder Case

Shoulder Strap

Y-Adapter Rechargeable Battery (Extended)

AC Battery Charger Car Cord Adapter

Rechargeable Battery (Standard) Audio/Video Cable

DC Cable

and

AC Adapter/Charger Cassette Adapter

Part No. Price AC088 $ 49.95

AC201A $ 34.95 ACS091 $ 12.95

AH25 $ 2.95 BB99L $ 77.60

CPS91 $ 59.95 DCC08 $ 89.95

FB 1260 $ 49.95 VH83 $ 5.95 244268 $ 28.60

242740 $ 91.25 VCA 115 $ 49.95

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PC Connection Cable (To be assigned--Call for Information) Software CD (To be assigned--Call for information)

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Troubles sometimes axe caused by simple "faults" that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center, look below for the type of trouble you axe experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.

If service should be necessary, the warranty information lists what your waxranty covers and explains how to get service.

No power

Won't record or playback

• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR to turn on the camcorder. The power indicator lights.

• If using battery, it might need to be recharged.

• If using AC adapter/charger, make sure it is plugged into a working outlet.

• Make sure DSC/V1DEO switch set to VIDEO for normal recording and playback.

• If using AC adapterichaxger, make sure it is plugged into a working outlet.

• If CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE

WAlT flashes on the monitor or in the viewfinder, there is moisture in the camcorder. Wait until the waxning no longer appears before operating the camcorder.

• Make sure POWER switch is set to correct position for desired operation.

• There might not be a cassette in the camcorder.

• Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.

• The cassette tape might be broken, try another cassette.

• You might have reached the end of the cassette, try rewinding it.

Won't playback • POWER switch must be set to VCR and DSC/V1DEO

switch set to VIDEO for normal playback.

Won't record • Safety tab removed or closed. (See page 22.)

• POWER switch must be set to CAMERA and DSC/

VIDEO switch set to VIDEO for normal recording.

No picture • Open lens cover.

Tape stops during rewind or fast

forward

Time-counter memory might be on. Whenever an "M"

appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder stops rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads

M 0:00:00. Press REW 44 or FF "" again to continue

rewinding or fast forwarding, or press COUNTER R/M to turn off the memory-stop feature.

Camcorder remains in • Press PLAY/PAUSE to return to normal playback. pause mode

Dew indicator flashes in viewfinder

Poor auto-focus operation

If CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAlT flashes on the monitor or in the viewfinder, there is moisture in the camcorder. Wait until the waxning no

longer appears before operating the camcorder.

• Subject is dark or behind glass. Auto-focus may not work under these conditions. Place POWER switch in

CAMERA MAN and focus manually. See pages 40-41.

• Subject not in center of viewfinder (or monitor) or two subjects are at different distances. Place POWER switch

in CAMERA MAN and focus manually. See pages 40-41.

Viewfinder displays • Lens is smudged and image appears unfocused. axe out of focus • Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted.

Picture is too dark or subject too dark

Sound is too low or distorted

Picture recorded with special effect

Colors do not look natural on recording

Title recorded on tape

For best results, only use higher shutter speeds outdoors. Press P. AE button to select SPORTS or 1/2000.

See page 48.

Place POWER switch in CAMERA MAN and adjust the exposure manually. See pages 44-45.

• Subject was too fax from camcorder.

• Place POWER switch in CAMERA AUTO.

• Try adjusting white balance. See pages 42-43.

• Title is recorded when it appears in viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Remove the title. See pages 50-51.

Trouble

Date and/or time are recorded on tape.

Date and/or time are incorrect

Cannot set REC or INT. TIME for animation or time-

lapse recording

Cannot record at beginning of tape

using animation or time-lapse recording

Camcorder turns itself off

Streaks in picture during playback or play-pause or picture

not stabilized

Error number (EO1, E02, etc.) appears in

viewfinder

Displays are recorded on tape whenever they appear in the viewfinder or LCD monitor. Remove them

when recording. See pages 20-21. When AUTO DATE is selected (POWER switch in CAMERA AUTO), date display is automatically recorded when you begin recording or change the cassette. See pages 20-21.

• Clock lithium cell battery might need replacing.

See page 17.

° Date or time might need to be set. See pages 18-19.

• Make sure there is a tape in the camcorder.

• Check tape speed setting. Tape speed must be set to SP for time-lapse or animation recording.

• Make sure POWER switch is set to CAMERA MAN and DSC/V1DEO switch to VIDEO to display the

menu and set the times.

° A REC time must be set before an INT. TIME can be

set in the menus.

• Record for at least five seconds at beginning of tape to start tape running smoothly.

° Use fade-in feature before starting to record at

beginning of tape.

Set POWER switch to OFF and then to CAMERA or

VCR to turn back on. If camcorder is left in record-

pause or play-pause for several minutes, it turns off to prevent tape wear.

• Adjust tracking with P.AE and FADES buttons. See

page 67.

• Turn on TBC. See page 67.

Try disconnecting power source. Wait ten seconds and then connect power source again. If error number does not disappear from viewfinder or LCD monitor, consult your Authorized RCA Camcorder

Service Center.

No image is stored • Memory may be full. When "0" is flashing after the when SNAPSHOT is picture mode indicator, no picture can be stored.

pressed.

Cannot shoot • After each shot, the image is stored. It takes snapshots in quick approximately two seconds to store an image and you

succession, cannot take another image while one is being stored.

The pictures have the protect function activated. They are not deleted even when you select ALL. Remove the

protect indicator (I_) from the picture using the PROTECT menu. See pages 74-75

Date/time and title displays do not operate on still pictures in memory.

All of the pictures in memory are not

deleted when ALL is selected in the DELETE menu.

Date/time display or titles do not appear on still picture.

Problems saving images when remaining number of

shots shows it should be possible.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from TV, radio, etc.) might prevent proper functioning. If images cannot be stored when remaining number available shows it is possible, you might try initializing the memory. This will erase all (including protected) pictures from memory.

• Set POWER to VCR and DSC/V1DEO switch to DSC.

• Press and hold COUNTER R/M for at least two seconds to display the FORMAT menu.

FORMAT

CANCEL

CAUTION: Do not turn off the caxncorder or

disconnect the power source while the camcorder

is initializing the memory. It will damage the memoryl

Rotate the PUSH dial to highlight CANCEL or ENTER.

• Select ENTER to initialize the memory. ENTER

flashes during initialization. All pictures in memory will be erased.

• Select CANCEL to cancel initialization.

Trouble

Vertical white lines appear when shoot-

ing bright object

Bright, crystal- shaped spots appear

in viewfinder or on LCD monitor

Colored bright spots appear on LCD

monitor

Back of LCD monitor is hot

Rechargeable battery runs down

sooner than expected

• This might occur when the background extremely contrasts with the subject.

• Sunlight is directly entering the lens.

• Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green, or blue) might appear on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape and axenot due to a defect in the unit.

• The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to

be hot. Close the LCD monitor and turn off the camcorder

to let it cool down.

If battery has not been used for some time, completely drain the battery's power and recharge it. Battery run times are measured when the camcorder is recording continuously. You can check your battery by first fully charging it and then aiming the camcorder at a clock and recording the picture of the clock. When the recording stops, play the last recorded section and note the clock time. A one-hour battery should give you about 60 minutes of recording time. In practical use, you might not be able to record for the full time because the camera uses battery power when it is waiting between recordings (record- pause) and zooming.

General

Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption:

Viewfinder on: 4.1 watts LCD monitor on: 5.2 watts

Weight: 1.9 lbs. (860g)

Dimensions - Including Viewfinder:

3-5/16" (W) x 4-11/16" (H) x 7-13/16" (D) 99 (W) x 119 (H) x 198 (D) mm

Video Recorder Section

Format: VHS-C Record/playback system:

Four video record/playback heads One flying erase head

Video signal: EIA standard

NTSC color

DSC Format

Recording format: Digital data storage

(based on JPEG)

Recording medium: Built-in flash memory

--2 Mbyte Number of Storage Pictures:

Fine Mode: Approximately 30 shots

Standard Mode: Approximately 60 shots Image Size: 640 x 480 pixels (when captured on a PC)

Viewfinder

0.44" Color electronic viewfinder

LCD Monitor

3" diagonally measured LCD/TFT active matrix system

Image sensor: 1/4" CCD imager Lens: F1.6, f=3.9 to 62.4mm

16:1 power zoom lens

400:1 digital zoom

Filter diameter: 40.5 mm

Tripod Mount

One 1/4" x 20 threaded hole

AC Adapter/Charger

Power requirement: 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz. Power consumption: 23 watts

Weight: .71 lbs. (300g)

Dimensions:

5-9/16"(W) x 1-11/16"(H) x 2-11/16"(D)

140 (W) x 42 (H) x 68 (D) mm

Service Port

3.5 mm, 4 pole, mini-head jack

Digital Port

2.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head jack

Camera Section

Clean the Camcorder

To clean the camcorder's exterior, remove any power source connected to the

camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth.

Caution: Use of strong cleaning I productsl such as those Containing [

a!coho! or benzine, migh t damag e [

the camcorder. ]

Clean the Camcorder's Lens

To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush and gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens. Improper cleaning might

scratch the lens.

Caution:Do not touch the lens with y0ur fingersl The oil from

y0ur skin might damage the !ens

Lens

Clean the Camcorder's LCD Monitor

To clean the camcorder's LCD monitor, use a clean, soft cloth to

carefully wipe the monitor. Improper cleaning might scratch the monitor.

LCD Monitor

Clean the Camcorder's Viewfinder

You can remove the viewfinder eyepiece for cleaning.

_'_ 1. Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise

and pull it out.

2. Remove dust using a blower brush.

3. Reattach the eyepiece by aligning the reference marks, and then turn the eyepiece clockwise until it clicks.

Proper Care and Storage

Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and

grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's

recording/playback heads and cassettes.

• Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use.

Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it might damage the finish.

• The camcorder might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.

• Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30°C) or

above 149°F (65°C).

• When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/charger or battery.

• Retain the original caxton for future storage or shipping purposes.

Things to Avoid

• Do not attempt to disassemble your • camcorder. There are no user-

serviceable parts inside.

• Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a •

cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach

a stable temperature before inserting a cassette. When the camcorder is

moved from cold to warm, condensation might cause the tape to

stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

• Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects. •

• Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The resulting heat buildup might permanently damage the camcorder's internal parts.

• Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.

Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray might damage the internal parts of the

camcorder. Do not operate the camcorder for

extended periods in temperatures

below 40°F (4°C) or above 95°F

(35°C).

Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If any component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an

Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center.

Do not use an adapter/charger or

batteries other than the ones specified

for the camcorder. Use of the wrong accessories might cause damage to the

camcorder.

You can reach Thomson at the

following number:

800-283-6503

(Toll free inside U.S.A.)

Our toll-flee Camcorder number

operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST

Monday - Friday

for U.S. customers only

Thomson provides a toll-free telephone number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. Many can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, repair or replacement will be arranged. Please have your camcorder model/ serial number and date of purchase ready when you call. If your unit is out of warranty, we will quote the cost of a repair or replacement unit to you.

Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange

If we are unable to resolve your problem over the phone, we will gladly service your unit or exchange it for a new or refurbished camcorder. Refer to the limited warranty on the reverse side to learn about your specific rights and responsibilities.

Always consult 77_omson and get a Service Request number before rerunning anything!

Obtain a Service Request (SR) number from the telephone representative before returning your equipment to avoid delays, accounting errors, or even loss of your unit.

Important information to customers who ship defective equipment to

Thomson Consumer Electronics

The Thomson representative who authorized the return of your equipment will give you an SR number over the phone. They will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your Camcorder. Write the number in large, clear characters on the

outside of the box. To avoid confusion and misunderstandings, shipments without an SR

number clearly visible on the outside of the box will be returned to you at your expense.

Include a brief note describing the problem and any conversations about the problem you have had with Thomson personnel.

Include your name, address and model/serial number of your Camcorder. These numbers

are located on the bottom of your unit. If your Camcorder is within the warranty period, please provide a copy of the bill of sale to verify purchase date. Use the original box and packing material to protect the equipment from damage in shipment.

For your prowction, insure all shipments for

full replacement value and use a reliable

shipper Thomson assumes no responsibility

for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.

What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• 90 days for labor charges.

• One year for parts.

The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of

shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.

What we will do:

Durin_ the initial 90 days

Exchange your camcorder with a new or refurbished unit, or repair your camcorder.

The option will be ours. There will be no cost to you.

After the 90 days and within one year

Exchange your camcorder with a new or refurbished unit, or repair your camcorder.

The option will be ours. Parts will be provided at no charge, but you will be

responsible for the cost of labor required for the repair.

How you get service:

Call 1-800-283-6503 and have your unit's date of purchase and model/serial number

ready. The model/serial number information is on the bottom of your

camcorder.

• A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone. If the

representative determines that you should receive a replacement unit, you will be

provided with a Service Request (SR) number and the location of a nearby

exchange point if one exists. No returns will be accepted without the SR number.

To receive a replacement Camcorder before you return yours:

1. Provide your Discover, MasterCard, or

Visa account number and expiration date

to our phone representative. This is for security purposes. If we receive your unit,

excluding all accessories, within 14 days from the date you were provided the SR

number, only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account.

IF YOUR UNIT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 14 DAYS, THE SUGGESTED

RETAIL VALUE OF THE CAMCORDER WILL BE CHARGED

TO YOUR CREDIT CARD. This amount, less $10.00 handling, will be

credited if the unit is subsequently received.

2. We will send you a replacement unit.

3. Ship the unit back to us, excluding all accessories, using the replacement unit's

carton. Shipping instructions will be included in the carton along with your SR number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us. Make sure you

insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment:

• Evidence of purchase date, such as a

bill of sale to verify your unit's warranty eligibility.

• A brief note describing your

camcorder's problem.

• Your name, address and phone number.

Return transportation, storage, handling, and insurance costs are your sole responsibility.

We accept no liability in case of damage or loss.

1. We will send a replacement unit to the exchange point.

2. The exchange location will notify you of its arrival.

3. Take your unit, excluding all accessories, and your evidence of purchase date, such

as a bill of sale, to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or

refurbished unit.

4. If the repairs were covered by your warranty, you will not be billed.

To receive a replacement unit after we have received your unit:

1. Write the SR number on the outside of

the carton used to return the unit. Make sure you insure your shipment in

case of damage or loss.

2. Carefully pack the unit, excluding all accessories, using the original box and

packing material if possible.

3. Include with the shipment:

• Evidence of purchase date, such as a

bill of sale, to verify your unit's

warranty eligibility.

• A brief note describing your

camcorder's problem.

• Your name, address and phone number.

Return transportation, storage, handling, and insurance costs are your sole responsibility.

We accept no liability in case of damage or loss.

4. The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier's check or money order

for payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges and you

elect not to use your credit card.

5. Upon receipt of your product, a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you.

To have your Camcorder repaired by an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service

Center:

• Check with your dealer or call 1-800-336-

1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder

Service Center nearest you.

• Take your unit to the Authorized RCA

Camcorder Service Center of your choice.

• Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder

Service Center representative evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale.

• Pick up your camcorder when repairs are

complete.

What your warranty _ cover:

• Adjustment of customer controls.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used

for institutional or other commercial

purposes.

• Batteries for remote control and clock.

• Cleaning of video/audio heads.

• Camcorders purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.

• Return transportation, storage and handling costs of your unit, including insurance for loss or damage.

• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

Please complete and mail the Product

Registration Card packed with your camcorder. It will make it easier to contact

you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

How State Law relates to warranty:

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights

that vary from state to state.

If you purchased your camcorder outside the United States:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.

Service calls that do not involve

defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

Symbols

16X9 recording 33

A (audio) and V (video) jacks 11, 70 Accessories

included 3 optional 80

order form 83

Adapter/charger

charging battery 14 using 4, 12

Animation indicator 53 Animation recording 52

Assistance 1, 3 Assistance, customer 94 Attach shoulder strap, 57 Audio/video jacks 70

AUTO DATE display 20, 21 Auto date feature 37

Auto exposure 44 Auto focus 40 Auto white balance 42

AutoShof rM feature 5, 37 AutoShof rM mode 5

Battery

attaching and removing 13 care and storage 15 charging 14 refreshing 14

Battery, installing in cassette adapter 68 Battery level indicator 15, 28, 37

BATTERY RELEASE lever 11, 13 Bright control 10, 26, 65 Bulb, replacing light 59

Camcorder, cleaning 92 Camcorder controls 10

Camera edit feature 37 Car cord adapter 16

Care and maintenance

cleaning the camcorder viewfinder 92 cleaning the LCD monitor 92

proper care and storage 93

things to avoid 93

Care and storage

battery 15 camcorder 93

cassette 23

Cassette

adapter 68 care and storage 23 compartment 10

door 10 inserting and removing 23

tape wheel 23 warning 28

Cautions 2 Checks and adjustments 86

Cleaning the camcorder's lens 92 Cleaning the LCD monitor 92 Clock cell battery compartment 11, 17

Clock cell indicator 17, 31 Color enhancement light 59 CONDENSATION PLEASE WAIT warning

Copy tapes 71 COUNTER R/M button 67, 71 Customer assistance and service 94

Date and time display

recording 20 setting 18

DATE/TIME DISR menu 20 DATE/TIME menu 39, 41, 50, 55 DCcable 12, 13, 14, 16 DCinjack 4, 11, 12

DELETE menu 76 Delete the pictures in memory 76

Demo mode 49, 56 DEMO MODE menu 49, 56, 61, 62

Design specifcations 91 Dew warning 30

DIGITAL connector 11, 78

Digital still camera (DSC) playback 72 Digital zooming 38 Displays in LCD monitor and viewfinder

28, 29, 30, 31, 32

Displays, status 29 DSC (Digital Still Camera)

Playback 72

DSC STEADY PIX button 31 DSC still pictures

deleting 76 index playback 72

page playback 72 protect 74 slide show playback 72 transfer to a computer 78

DSC/VIDEO switch

5, 11, 34, 64, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 78

EJECT button 6, 10, 23, 64 Erase protection 22 Exposure control 44, 45 Exposure indicators 30, 45 Eyepiece focus control 7, 10, 27

Fade and wipe indicators 30, 46 Fade/wipe feature 46, 47

FADES button 67 Fast forward indicator 29

FFbutton 10, 66 FINE indicator 32

First recording 9 First time operation 3 Flying erase head 37

Focus indicators 31, 41 Focusing 40, 41

FULL indicator 32

Handstrap 4

INDEX feature 75 INDEX playback feature 73

Indicators 63

animation 53 AUTO DATE display 28

battery level 15 cassette warning 28

clock cell 17, 31 CONDENSATION PLEASE WAIT 32

date and time 28 exposure 30, 45

fade and wipe 30, 46 FINE 32

focus 31, 41 interval time 55

LENS COVER 32 manual white balance 29

P. (program) AE 28, 48

paddock 75

PC MODE 78 record time 53, 55

REFRESH 14 snapshot 32, 35, 63

special effects 28 STD 32

steady pix 31, 45

TAPE END 32

tape length 31 tape speed 31

tape-remaining 31

TBC 65

time counter 31 time display 28

time-lapse 55 title display 28 tracking 29

white balance 43

zoom level 29, 38 Initializing memory 89 Inserting and removing cassettes 23

Interval time indicators 55

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