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Digital
Camcorder
User's G ide
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Jmp@ ant Enf@rmat @n
WARNING
To reduce the
risk of fire or
electric shock, do
not expose this
product or AC
charger to rain or
moisture.
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove cover (or
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates _1_
"dangerous voltage"
inside the product that
presents a risk of
electric shock or
personal injury.
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
recommended by the manufacturer for this product. Other types of
batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury.
If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the
same type of adapter from an RCA dealer.
I AUTION
back). No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
This symbol
indicates
important
instructions
accompanying
the product.
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 return it 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 camcorden
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date.
Purchased From.
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Parts Checklist ...................................................................................................... 6
Buttons and Controls .......................................................................................... 7
Using Some Basic Controls .................................................................................. 9
POWER CAMERA-OFF-PLAY switch ............................................................. 9
Selecting the Camcorder Mode ................................................................... 9
DISPLAY ON/OFF Button ............................................................................. 10
CONTROL Dial ............................................................................................. 10
Using Optional Stereo Earphones ............................................................. 10
Getting Started .................................................................................................. 11
Unpack the Camcorder and Accessories .................................................... 11
Adjust the Hand Strap ................................................................................ 11
Attach the Lens Cap to the Camcorder ..................................................... 12
Attach a Power Supply ............................................................................... 12
Insert and Remove a Memory Card ........................................................... 13
Turn on Camcorder and Set to Full-Auto Mode ....................................... 14
Set the DSC MODE (DUALITAPEICARD) Switch to DUAL .......................... 14
Insert a Cassette Tape ................................................................................. 15
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What's Recording ................ 16
Start Recording ........................................................................................... 17
Play Your Taped Recording ........................................................................ 18
View Your Still Pictures ............................................................................... 18
Turn off the Camcorder .............................................................................. 18
Powering the Camcorder .................................................................................. 19
Attaching the Battery to the Camcorder .................................................. 19
Removing the Battery from the Camcorder ............................................. 19
Charging the Battery .................................................................................. 20
Battery Level Icon ....................................................................................... 21
Using the Power Supply ............................................................................. 22
Battery Care and Storage ........................................................................... 22
Using the Shoulder Strap .................................................................................. 24
Attaching the Lens Hood .................................................................................. 24
Install the Clock Lithium Cell ............................................................................ 2S
Set the Area, Date and Time ............................................................................. 26
Changing to the 24-hour Time Mode ....................................................... 27
Set Daylight Saving Time ........................................................................... 28
Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ............................................. 29
Set the Tape Recording Speed .......................................................................... 30
Chapter 2: Using the Monitors
Seeing What You Are Recording......................................................................32
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Using the LCD Monitor ............................................................................... 32
Using the Viewfinder ................................................................................. 34
On-Screen Icons ................................................................................................. 35
Using the Mode Screens ................................................................................... 42
Using the Menu Screen ..................................................................................... 43
Chapter 3: Recording
Recording Details ............................................................................................... 46
TAPE-CAMERA Mode-Recording on Tape ................................................ 46
DUAL-CAMERA Mode-Tape and Card Recording .................................... 47
CARD-CAMERA Mode-Recording on a Memory Card ............................. 48
Full-Auto Mode .................................................................................................. 49
Journalistic Shooting ......................................................................................... 49
Self-Recording .................................................................................................... 49
Quick Return ...................................................................................................... 50
Edit Search ......................................................................................................... 51
Gamma Brightness ............................................................................................ 52
Select the Audio Mode ...................................................................................... 53
Zooming ............................................................................................................. 54
Using the Zoom Buttons (W and T) ........................................................... 54
Optical Zooming ......................................................................................... 54
Digital Zoom ............................................................................................... 55
Macro Zooming .......................................................................................... 55
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ...................................................................... 56
Fading Scenes .................................................................................................... 57
Video Light ......................................................................................................... 58
Multiple-Strobe Recording ................................................................................ 60
Still Recording on Tape ...................................................................................... 62
Select Still-Recording Mode ....................................................................... 62
Time Code Display ............................................................................................. 64
Recording From an External Source ................................................................. 65
Turn ON the S-Video Input ......................................................................... 65
Connections ................................................................................................ 65
To Record From an External Source ........................................................... 66
Recording Tips ................................................................................................... 66
Chapter 4: Playback
Playback Options ............................................................................................... 68
Tape Playback Using the LCD Monitor ...................................................... 68
Playback Using the Viewfinder .................................................................. 69
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Playback Features .............................................................................................. 69
Still Playback ............................................................................................... 69
Shuttle Search ............................................................................................. 70
Gamma Playback ........................................................................................ 70
Multiple-Strobe Playback ........................................................................... 71
Playback Zoom ............................................................................................ 72
Digital Effect Playback ............................................................................... 73
Tape Playback Using Index Images ............................................................ 74
Dubbing Images from a Tape to a Card ........................................................... 78
Auto Capture Still Images ................................................................................. 79
To Capture Still Images ............................................................................... 79
Audio Dubbing Feature ..................................................................................... 80
............................................................................................................................ 81
Audio Playback Mode ....................................................................................... 82
Dubbing to Another Digital Video Camcorder ................................................ 83
Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video
(and/or S-VIDEO) Input Jacks............................................................................ 84
Playback on a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video/S-Video
Input Jacks ........................................................................................... 85
Dubbing to a VCR ....................................................................................... 85
Chapter 5: Advanced Features
Using Mode and Menu Screens For Advanced Adjustments ......................... 88
Mode and Menu Screen Definitions ................................................................ 89
Advanced Features ............................................................................................ 97
Night Mode ................................................................................................. 97
Program AE ................................................................................................. 98
White Balance Adjustment ...................................................................... 100
Exposure Control ...................................................................................... 102
Gain Control .............................................................................................. 103
Shutter Speed Control .............................................................................. 104
Auto and Manual Focus ........................................................................... 106
Digital Picture Effects ............................................................................... 108
Wide Mode (16:9) ..................................................................................... 109
Using the Zoom Microphone ................................................................... 110
Dialog Recording ...................................................................................... 112
Wind Cut ................................................................................................... 113
World Clock ............................................................................................... 114
Setting the Confirmation Sound ............................................................. 116
Demonstration Mode ............................................................................... 117
Using the LCD Monitor as a Remote Control ................................................ 118
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Chapter 6: Digital Still Camera
Card Recording ................................................................................................ 122
Select Picture Quality and Image Size ..................................................... 123
Select Image Size ...................................................................................... 124
Recording with a Guide Frame ................................................................ 125
Recording with the Self Timer ................................................................. 126
Formatting a Card .................................................................................... 127
Card Playback ................................................................................................... 128
Delete Protection ...................................................................................... 129
Deleting Stored Images ............................................................................ 130
Slide Show Playback ................................................................................. 132
Dubbing Images from a Card to a Tape .................................................. 134
Chapter 7: Viewing and Downloading
System Requirements for PhotoStudio 2000® .............................................. 136
Loading PhotoStudio 2000 .............................................................................. 137
How to Handle a CD-ROM ....................................................................... 137
Attaching the External Card Reader to Your Computer ........................ 138
Downloading Still Images to Your Computer ......................................... 140
Changing the JPEG Default ...................................................................... 142
Connecting to a Computer Using an Optional DV Cable ....................... 143
Chapter 8: Other Information
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 146
Final Notes ....................................................................................................... 150
Care and Cleaning ........................................................................................... 156
After Using the Camcorder ...................................................................... 156
Cleaning The Camcorder .......................................................................... 156
Dirty Video Heads ..................................................................................... 157
Proper Care and Storage .......................................................................... 158
Tape Care and Storage ............................................................................. 158
Things to Avoid ......................................................................................... 159
Traveling Tips ............................................................................................ 159
Specifications ................................................................................................... 160
RCA Digital Camcorder Limited Warranty ..................................................... 162
FCCDeclaration of Conformity and Industry Canada Information .............. 166
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................... 167
Accessories Order Form ............................................................................ 169
Index ................................................................................................................. 173
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Chapter 1
Connections & Setup
Chapter Overview:
• Parts Checklist
• Buttons and Controls
• Getting Started
• Powering the Camcorder
• Using the Shoulder Strap
• Attaching the Lens Hood
• Setting the Date and Time
• Setting the Tape Recording Speed
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Parts Checklist
M_Lk__ sure the box includes the items shown here:
Battery pack AC adapter/ Power cord for
Camcorder
CR2025 type Power connector Audio/Video/ Detachable LCD cable
lithium cell Part # 254335 S-video cable Part # 254337
Part # 252762 battery charger adapter/charger
Part # 252767 Part # 254598
Part # 254336
Lens hood Lens Cap Shoulder strap Video light
Part # 254415 Part #254233 Part # 254338 Part # 253402
Zoom microphone 16MB
Part # 254414 MultiMediaCard
Part # 254416
Card Reader/Writer
Part # 254417
Imaging software and
driver CD-ROMs (2)
<3
Ferrite Cores Cleaning Cloth
Caution: Only use the power supply provided with this unit. Using other power
supplies may damage the unit.
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Buttons and Controls
STILL
button
¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup
NIGHT MODE
"OFF/ON switch
Terminal
Audio/Video and
DV terminals
UNLOCK
buHon
Manual focus ring
RECSTART/STOP
bu_on
shoe
Microphone
Hand
strap
Zoom (W/T) and Volume
buttons (VOL +/-)
PHONES jack
POWER
CAMERA/OFF/PLAY
switch
FOCUS switch
AUTO/MANU/PUSH AUTO
DSC MODE
DUAL/TAPE/CARD
switch
CONTROL dial
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
AUTO/MANUAUMANUAL LOCK switch
DISPLAY ON/OFF
button
POWER ON/OFF
button
LCD monitor
Card slot cover
Lithium battery
holder
card slot cover)
Viewfinder
focus
control
Shoulder strap
loop
LCD monitor
OPEN release
button
Card slot
CARD OPEN
button
TAPE OPEN
switch
Tripod
Camcorder Bottom View
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Using Some Basic Controls
Some of the camco1"der's basic controls are described h_'1"_'.
POWER CAMERA-OFF-PLAY switch
To turn the power on, hold down the Lock button
and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAY_
To turn the power off set the POWER switch to OFF
without pressing the Lock button.
Lock
bu_on
DSCMODE
switch
Lock
button
POWER switch
POWER switch
Selecting the Camcorder Mode
This camcorder can be used as a vide{) CalTtera for
recoiling and playing back vide{) on tape or as a
digitaI stitl camera that records and plays back still
ilTtages on a ITtelTtOry card.
The DSC MODE ('IAPEiI)UALiCARD) switch along
with the POWER (CAMERA/PLAY/OFF) switch tells
the camcorder what you want it to do.
DSC MODE switch in "rAPE and POWER
switch in CAMERA: Use to record moving
video and still images on a tape.
DSC MODE switch in DUAL and POWER
switch in CAMERA: Use this mode to record
both moving video and still images on the tape
and still digital pictures on the memo W card.
DSC MODE switch in CARD and POWER
switch in CAMERA: Use this mode to record
still digital pictures on the memo W card.
DSC MODE switch in "rAPE (or DUAL) mid
POWER switch in PLAY: Use this mode to
playback moving video on a tap(,.
DSC MODE switch in CARD and POWER
switch in PLAY: Use this mode fi)r playback of
still images recorded on the memo W card.
Caution:
Do not switch the DSC MODE switch
during playback or recording, as this may
cause damage to the tape or card.
Chapter _ 9
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¢@nnec i@ns Setup
DISPLAY ON/OFF Viewfinder
CONTROL dial
DISPLAY ON/OFF Button
The DISPLAY ON/OFF button is used to turn tile
mode screens and on screen indicators on and off
in the viewfinder and LCD monitor.
Press the DISPLAY ON/OFF button to turn the
clisplays on or off.
CONTROL Dial
The CONTROL dial is used to adjust the settings on
the mode and menu screens in the viewfinder and/
or LCI) monitor. ['hese settings can also be adjusted
using the touch screen method on the LCI)
monitor.
The instructions for adjusting mode and menu
settings in this manual use the _)uch_screen
method.
To adjust the menu settings with the
CON ['ROL dial, f\)Ilow the rules below. This
method lets you adjust settings using only the
viewfinder.
1. Rotate tile CONTROL dial to highlight the
desired item.
2. Press the CONTROL dial in to select the
highlighted item.
VOL +/- buttons
PHONES jack
Open the jack cover,
and connect stereo
earphones with a 3.5
mm plug to the
PHONES jack.
Using Optional Stereo Earphones
You can ITIonitor tile sound using optional stere()
earphones during recording or playing back tapes.
Befi)re connecting stereo earphones, turn the
camcorder volume down to the lowest setting.
The built in speaker automatically turns off
xvhc_n s[_rcx) _arphonc_s arc _ connc_ctc_d It) the
PHONES jack.
When recording, you cannot adjust the volume
with the VOL. +/- bu_)ns.
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Getting Started
This s_,ction c]_'scrib_'s the' basics on how to s_,t up your camcord_'r to r_'cord f_)r the"
first tim_'. Ref_,r to the olh_'r s_'ctions for cletai]_'d opt'ration and f'_'atul-_" options.
Unpack the Camcorder and Accessories
• The' it,'ms shown in l)arta _Chc,_ldL_t ;u_" pack_'d with the' camcorch'r. If"any pi_'c_'s
are missing or app_'ar damaged contact your ch'a]_'r immediately.
• R_'mov_" the' plastic f'ih_a that cov_'rs the' f)'ont and sich" Iogos on the" camcorch'r.
Us_" your f'ing_,rnai], not anything sharp to r_'move.
• Say+" all packing mat+'ria]s and box in cas+" th<' camcord+'r +'v+'r n+'_,ds to b+"
shipp_'d or stor_'d.
Adjust the Hand Strap
1. Lif_ the flap on the" hand strap and s_'parate the" X/elcro strip.
2. Insert your hand so your fingers can comf\)rtably reach the buttons.
3. Adjust the strap to fit snugly.
4. Refasten the strap, and R)ld the flap back down.
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¢@nnec_i@ns _ Setup
Attach the Lens Cap to the Camcorder
1.
To prevent losing the lens cap, attach the
string to the camcorder as".%t?olgt?and
attach the lens cap to the clip on the
handstrap during recording.
2.
When you are finished recording, press in
the sides of the lens cap and place it over
the lens of the camcorder.
Attach a Power Supply
Since" the" battci T must [)_, charged b_,f\)r_" it can I)_" clsed the" first tim_', you n_,_'d to else an
AC outh't to pow_'r the" camcordor.
®
Power
connector
POWER switch
DC OUT jack
Power
cord
1. Place the POWER switch to the OFF position.
2. Pull out the viewfinder completely and lift up.
3. Align the refi'rence mark on the power connector with the mark on the camcorder.
Hold the top of the power connector flush against the camcorder, and press the
bottom of the power connector in and slide it down until it locks into place.
4. Connect the power connector's small plug with the arrow facing up into the DC
O[]T jack on the adapter/charger.
5. Connect the power cord to the adapter/charger, and insert the power cord's plug
into a working AC outlet.
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Insert and Remove a Memory Card
This camcorder uses only MultiMediaCards (one
supplied) or SD memory cards (commercially
available) fi)r storage of still images.
Card slot cover
CARD OPEN
button MultiMediaCard
Insert a Card
1.
Place" the" POWER switch to the" OFF position.
2.
Hold the camcorder as shown, and slide the
CARD OPEN button to open the card cover.
3.
Insert a card into the slot with the label facing up
and the notched corner facing the lens. Fully
insert the card into the slot.
4. Close the card slot cover.
Remove a Card
1. P_'rform steps 1 and 2 ab()v_'.
2. Press on the center of the card edge to release
the card.
3. Pull the card straight out of the slot.
Caution
Do not remove the card from the
camcorder while data isbeing recorded
on the card This may result in deletion of
images or damage to the card.
SD Memory and MultiMediaCards
SD memo W cards and MultiMediaCards are used for
recording still images with this camcorder. Other
type cards will not work in this camcorder.
These images can then be transf_'rred to a computer
using the supplied readeriwrimr (see page 13 7).
[,i)*"&¢tai£ on MultiM_¢diaand M) cards st¢t¢
pages 1_ 1_5
Chapter _ 13
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Set the DSC MODE (DUAL/TAPE/
CARD) Switch to DUAL
The' cmqnc'order operates as both n \qdeo c'mqncra f_)r
recording on tap_" and a digital cam_,ra for recording
still pictures.
Lock
button DSC MODE
Lock
button POWER switch
FOCUS
switch
LCD monitor AUTO/
switch
Turn on Camcorder and Set to Full-
Auto Mode
1. Press in the Lock button and set the POWER
2. Set the AU ['O/MANUAL/MANUAL LOCK switch
3. S_,t the FOCUS switch to AU['O to have the
MANUAL/
MANUAL
LOCK switch
Caution: Do not change the DSC MODE
during recording or playback as it may cause
damage to your tape or memory card.
Set the, DSC MODE switch to DUAL to record
both video on tap_, and still pictures on the
MultiMediaCard.
Set the DSC MODE switch to 'IAPE to record
vide() on tape.
switch to the CAMERA position. The camcorder
enters the record stand,by mode.
Note: The camcorder automatically turns off
to save battery power if you leave it in record-
standby mode for more than five minutes. To
turn it back on, set the Power switch to OFF.
Press in fhe Lock button and set fhe POWER
switch to CAMERA.
to AUTO to have the camcorder automatically
select the best settings for your recording. AITFO
appears in the viewfinder or in the LCI) monitor.
Note: Any manual setting is cancelled,
camcorder automatically focus for you.
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Mini_'NTSC
Mini DV Cassettes
This camcorder is designed to
work exclusively with digital
video cassettes. Only cassettes
marked with a Mini DV logo can
be used with this unit. Also keep
in mind that this camcorder is not
compatible with ()tiler digital
media tape formats.
Cassette
Cassette holder Erase
compartment Protection
door_
PUSH
here to Mini DV
close tape TAPE OPEN
the switch
cassette
holder.
¢@nnec @ns Setup
Insert a Cassette Tape
1. Make sure the camcorder is conn_,cted to a
power supply.
2. Press in the Lock button and set the POWER
switch to tile CAMERA positkm.
3. Hold the camcorder as shown. Slide and hold
the [APE OPEN switch in tile directkm of the
arrow and open tile cassette compartlTtent door
completely.
Important: The cassette holder extends and
opens automatically. Do not open or close the
cassette compartment door while the holder
is opening.
Be careful not to touch the inside of the
cassette holder as you may hurt yourself.
4. Fully insert a Mini I)V tape with the tape
window facing up and the Erase Protection tab
facing out.
Note: Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in
the position that allows recording. If not,
slide the tab. Some tapes have removable
tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the
hole with adhesive tape
5. Gently push on the area mark_,d PISH until the
cassette holder locks into place.
Important: The cassette holder retracts
automatically. Wait until it is completely
retracted before closing the cassette holder
COVet;
6. To dose the cow, r press the center of the cow'r
until it locks into place.
Important: If the battery is low, you may not
be able to close the cassette holder cove_ Do
not apply force. Replace the battery with a
fully charged one or connect the power
supply.
Notes:
You can't open the cassette tape holder
unless a power supply is attached.
The cassette tape holder can't be opened
while the camcorder is in the record
mode
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¢@nnec_i@ns _ Setup
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
to See What's Recording
Using the LCD Monitor
1. Remove the h'ns cap.
2. Slide the OPEN button in the direction of the
3. You can tilt the monitor up to 180 fi)r
4. The brightness of the LCI) monitor can be
LCD monitor OPEN
button
arrow and open the LCD monitor 90.
convenient viewing while recording.
adiusted clsing the on screen menus
(see page 33).
Notes:
Adjusting the monitor brightness does
not affect the recorded image on the
tape.
When the monitor is open, the
viewfinder automatically turns of_
When the monitor is closed, the
viewfinder automatically turns on,
If the vertical rotation of the monitor is
between 135_and 180°when in one of
the CAMERA modes, both the monitor
and viewfinder are on.
Viewfinder
Eyepiece focus
control on
bottom of
viewfinder
Using the Viewfinder
1. Remove the h'ns cap.
2. Close the moniR)r.
Note: If the monitor is open, the viewfinder
turns off.
3. Pull the viewfinder completely out and lift it
tip.
4. Ad}ust the viewfinder to a comR)rtable viewing
position.
5. Slide the eyepiece R_cus control to adjust the
focus of the viewfinder for your vision.
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
STILL
button
RECSTART/
STOP button p_
LCD monitor AUTO/
DSC MODE
switch
Lock WER
button switch
MANUAL/
MANUAL
LOCK switch
Start Recording
1. R_'move the" k'ns cap, and ()p_ql the" LCD
monitor.
2.
Make sure you have ilasertd a cassette for video
recording and/or a memo W card f\)r recording
still pictures.
Place tim AU ['OiMANUAL/MAN/JAL LOCK
3.
switch to the A/Yl'O position.
4.
Place the FOCUS switch to the AUI'O position.
5.
Place tim I)SC MODE switch to the I)UAL
position.
6.
Press in the Lock button and set the POWER
switch to the CAMERA position.
7.
Record video on tape or a still picture on the
memol T card.
Record Video on the Tape
• Press and release the REC STAR'IVSTOP button
to start and stop recording on the tape.
• RE(2 appears in tim viewfinder or LCI) monitor
while the camcorder is recording (but wont be
recorded on the tape).
• When you are not recording, the camcorder
enters the record pause mode and I)AUSP2
appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD
monitor.
Record a Still Picture on the Memory Card
• Place the camcorder in record pause mode
(IMUSP2appears in the viewfinder or on the
LCD monitor).
• Use the power Zoom WYI"buttons to f)ame
your subject.
• Press the S ['ILL button to record a still picture
on the memo W card. RE(]OI¢I)I3i(; '/()
MEMORY (2AA'Dappears in the viewfinder or
on the LCI) monitor.
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¢@nnec_i@ns _ Setup
VOL +/- DSC MODE
buttons switch
t_
button POWER
]_
fIpLAYSACK 100-0000
switch
44
i
fin [] []'A°E'2
Play Your Taped Recording
1. S_'t tJ]__ I)SC MOI)E switch to [APE.
2. Pr_'ss in the" Lock button and set tl]_" POWER
switch to the" PLAY position.
3. ToucIl REWor H,'on d_ >LCD monffor/o r_'wind
or fast fol_vard the tap_ to the, desir_'d point.
4. Touch IqAY/S77LL to bvgin playback.
5. Touch 57Dl_when finished playing fl/v tapv.
Notes:
Sound will play back if the LCD monitor
is open or closed. To adjust the volume,
use the Zoom WtT buttons (also labeled
VOL +1-).
More information about using the LCD
monitor and viewfinder can be found on
pages 32-34
View Your Still Pictures
i. S_'t the, I)SC MOI)E switch to CAI,'I).
2.
Press in the Lock button and set the PO_TER
switch to the ¸PLAY position.
3.
If the image you want to see does not appear on
the monitor, touch _ or Ib to search through
the thumbnail images.
4.
When you see the image yotl want tO display,
highlighted, touch it once to display it full
SCr_2(2n.
Turn off the Camcorder
i. S_'t th_ _] O_ER swffd/ to OFF.
2. C}os_" the LCD monitor and replace t]/_" k'ns cap.
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¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup
Powering the Camcorder
You can power your camcorder with a battel T or the AC adapter/charger. The battel T must
be charged as d_scrih_,d oH the _xtpa<_ebefore ii can be used _) power the camcorder.
Attaching the Battery to the
Camcorder
Make" sur_" the POWER switch is set to OFR
2.
Pull th_ _ vi_'wfinch'r all the" way out and lift it up.
3.
Align the _ mark on the side of the batte W to
the _ on the camcorder.
4. Press the battery in and slide it down until it
locks into place.
Cautions:
Always stop recording or playback and
place POWER switch in OFF before
attaching or removing the batter_
Removing the battery while the
camcorder is recording or playing back
may cause damage to the tape or card.
Remove the battery if the camcorder will
not be used for a long period of time.
UNLOCK
button
Use only the recommended batteries for
this camcorde_ Use of other batteries
may present a risk of fire or explosion
Removing the Battery from the
Camcorder
1. Make sure the POWER switch is set to OFR
2.
Pull the viewfinder all the way out and lift it up.
3.
Press and hold the I NLOCK button in the
direction of the arrow and slide the batte W up
and relTtOVe it.
Chapter _ 19
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Charging the Battery
I. Remove the pow_'r connectors cane from the
2.
• " " "tor
CHARGE POWER
3.
4. The CHARGE indicator will turn off wimn the
5. Slide tim battery pack out of the adapter charger
Notes:
AC adapter/charger if attached.
Connect tim supplied power cord to the AC
power socket on the AC adapter/charger and
insert the AC plug into a working AC outlet. The
POWER indicator lights.
Align the ref_'rence mark on the battery with the
mark on the adapter/charger. Slide the batte W
into the groove until it locks into place. The
CHARGE indicator lights.
battery is fully charged. Unplug the power
supply from the AC outlet.
and remow' it.
Tip
Before extended use, it is
recommended that you prepare
enough battery packs to cover 3
times the planned shooting time.
If a protective cap is on the battery, remove
it before use or charging.
When charging a battery for the first time or
after a long storage period, the CHARGE
indicator may not come on. Remove the
battery and try again.
Charge the battery in temperatures between
50° and 90° Fahrenheit (10-35° Celsius).
Charging times are based on a fully
discharged battery and vary depending on
temperature and battery conditions.
If you store a partially charged battery for a
long period of time, its performance is
reduced.
Charging and discharging isn't possible if the
wrong type of battery is used.
If the battery operation time remains
extremely short even after having been fully
charged, the battery may be worn out and
needs to be replaced.
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Approximate Charging Time
Battery Charging Time
252762 approx. 100 rain.
252763 approx. 160 min
Approximate Recording Time (in Minutes)
¢@nnec @ns Setup
Battery Viewf_lderOn
252762 110
252763 220
Note: Recording time is reduced significantly when you use the
zoom or record-standby modes or LCD monitor repeatedl_
[_] AUTO
3lit,in
Battery
level icon
(_ (Green)
#
4" (Green) ]
(Red)
Battery Level Icon
The batte W level icon appears in the viewfinder or
LCI) monitor and shows the amount of power left in
the recbargeable batte W. While using the LCI)
monitor, touch any part of the monitor to display the
indicator.
When the battery power becomes ve W low, a
warning indicator will appear. Replace the batte D'
pack.
LCD Monitor On
90
180
Notes:
The battery level icon is not recorded on
the tape.
The remaining battery indicator is only
an approximation of actual time left.
Use of the Zoom WiT buttons during low
power conditions may cause the
camcorder to suddenly shut off.
Chapter _ 21
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¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup
Battery Care and Storage
After repeated charging and use, battel T life gradually decreases. Wh_'n opt, ration
time is too short to be useful, the battel T should be replaced.
If the batte W pack becomes too hot, remove it from the camcorder and let it coot
down.
Do not short the battel)"s terminals.
Do not attempt to disassembh" or modif_y ' the barrel)'. ']'here are no user_serviceable
parts inside.
/se the batte_ T only with specified adapter/chargers and camcorders.
Throwing the battel T into a fire or exposing it to excessive heat over 149F (65C)
could be hazardous.
Using the Power Supply
['h_" power supply attaches to the' c tmcorder and h'ts you power it directly from standard
household power. The power supply operates on 110 240 xolts, 50/60 Hz.
Power
connector
POWER switch
DC OUT jack
Power
cord
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
1. Place the POWER switch to the OFF position.
2. Pull out the viewfinder completely and liR up.
3. Align the refl'rence mark on tim power connector with tim mark on tim camcorder.
Hold the top of tim power connector flush against tim camcorder, and press the
bottom of the power connector in and slide it down until it locks into place.
4. Connect tim power connector's small plug with the arrow facing up into the DC OUP
jack on tim adapter/charger.
5. Connect tim power cord to the adapter/charger, and insert the power cord's plug
into a working AC outlet.
Caution: Only use the power supply provided with this unit. Using other power
supplies may damage the unit.
Removing the Power Supply
1. Mal<__ sure the" POWER switch is set to OFF.
2. Pull tt_ _ vit'wfindt'r all tht" way out and lift it up.
3. Pwss and hold tt_' I NLOCK button in the" ciirection of the arrow and wmow" the
po_,ver conn/_ctor.
Caution: Always stop recording or playback and place POWER switch in OFF before
attaching or removing the battery. Removing the battery while the camcorder is
recording or playing back may cause damage to the tape or card.
Using an Optional Plug Adapter in Foreign Countries
An optional plug adaptor might I)__ r('quirod in sore(" countri('s.
AC Plug Adapter
1. Plug tim power supply's plug into the AC plug aclapter.
2. Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.
Chapter _ 23
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Using the Shoulder Strap
['h_' camcorder's shoulder strap is design_,d to let you carl T the camcorder from your
shoulder and when ready bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick
1. Following the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet.
2. Fold tile strap back and thread it througll the buckle.
3. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet located
under the hand strap. Make sure the strap is not twisted.
Caution: When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, you should close the
LCD monitor and rotate the viewfinder down and slide it in. This helps prevent
possible damage to the monitor or viewfinder from bumping against your body as you
move. Make sure the shoulder strap isfirmly attached before using it to carry the
camcorder.
Attaching the Lens Hood
When recording outdoors on a sunny day or in a location with bright lighting attach the
supplied h'ns hood to the camcorder.
Turn the lens hood in the direction of the
arrow to attach it.
To remove the lens hood, turn it in the
opposite directkm
Notes:
The lens cap can still be attached on top
of the lens hood
Filters and other accessories cannot be
attached on fop of the lens hood,
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Install the Clock Lithium Cell
The supplied lithium cell must be installed f\)r the camcorder to remember the date and
time settings.
1. Slide the CARD OPEN button in the direction of
Card slot cover
CARD OPEN Lithium cell 4. Insert the cell holder back into the compartment.
button holder
the arro\v to open the card SlOt cover.
2. Pull out the cell bolder using the tip of a
ballpoint pen or other pointed object.
3. Insert the lithium ceil into the cell holder with
the + side of the ceil facing the + side of the
holder.
5. Close the card slot cover.
To Remove the Clock Lithium Cell
Peribrm steps 1 and 2 above, and Iili out the lithium
cell fiom the cell holder.
Notes."
Set the date and time after inserting a
lithium cell Not setting the date and
time causes extra wear on the lithium
cell
Replace the cell with a new CR2025
lithium cell when the time display starts
to fall behind the correct time.
Important: 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 burns 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 212W (100"C), or
incinerate.
Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short circuit the + and -
sides of the cell
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¢@nnec @ns Setup
Set the Area, Date and Time
The date and time must be set before it can be
displayed. Set the clock for your standard time and
use the daylight saving f_'amre desc,'_i&_don pa_e 2,8'
to set daylight savings time.
Date and time information is ahvays recorded. ['he
Lock
button POWERswitch
display can be _lrned on or off during playback or
recording.
1. Press in the Lock button and set the POWER
2. Press the LCI) monitor OPEN button and open
3. Touch any point on the LCI) screen to display
switch to CAMERA.
the LCI) monitor.
the l/2 screen.
OPEN button
[_ AUTO
i,
_21t NEW YORK
ii DYLT SAVE
SETI ING
12H/24H
0 ISPLAY
IIETURH
4. Touch l/2to display the 2/2screen.
5. Touch J/llZ3iUto display the menu screen.
6. Touch ,I or t to select (D and then touch SHT
to display the (_ZOCK SHTmenu.
Note: If the date and time have been set, the
MANUAL SET menu appears
7. Touch ,I or t to select AI,'t_ and then touch
51"]7:
Touch ,I ori until your area appears (for
example, 20 XI!'W YORK if you live in New
York), and then touch .flY/'
Note:
See Time Zone Chart and Area Table on
pages ! 14-1 15 for the area number and
name of the representative city for your
time zone,
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AREA
12N/24H 12:0SAM
RETURN
¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup
9. ]linch 0 or t to select $1,7771NG and then
_)uch .';I_'T
10. T_)uch O or t until the desired number
appears for the month, and then touch S]_7_
NN N
[ OtSPLAY
AREA
DYLT SAVE
ETTINR
RETURN 24ff
Repeat _) set the day, yea_ hour, and minute.
3buch RET_/R/V to select and change a numben
11. T_uch RETUR/vrepeatedly to turn offthe menu
screens.
Changing to the 24-hour Time
Mode
1. Afker step i0 aboxe, touch O or t1" to select
12H/24H and then touch ,'_k'T
2. 3_)uch @ or t1" to select 2411_ and then touch
3. 3_xlch RI_'7_sRN repeatedly to turn off the menu
screen.
Notes:
The date and time are recorded on the
tape or card, press DISPLAY ON!OFF to
turn the time display on or of_
The menu screen automatically turns off
if no settings are made within five
minutes.
Chapter _ 27
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¢@nne¢ i@ns Setup
Set Daylight Saving Time
P_'rfi)rm t];_"proc_'dml_"I)_'|ow to advance the" clock
of the camcord_'r one" hour fi)r daylight saving tim__.
1. Press in the Lock button and s_'t the POWER
2. Press the LCI) monitor OPEN button and open
Lock
button POWER switch
3. ['ouch any point on the LCI) screen to display
4. 'lkxlch l/2to display the 2/2 screen.
switch to CAMERA.
the LCI) monitor.
the l/2 screen.
[_]AUTO IO:30AM
3Bmin
DISPLAY
t AREA
:SETTING ON
:12H124H
_RETURH
[]
JUH. 2.2002
Daylight Savings
indicator
5. 'lkxlch MkWUto display the Menu screen.
6. 'lk)uch !1. or tl- to select (_) and then touch SET
to display the CZO(2KSETmenu.
7. 'lk)uch !1. or tl- to select DFLTSAVk'. and then
touch 3'1£T.
8. ['ouch !1. or tl- to select O2vand then touch
S/HJ
• The time automatically changes to daylight
saxings time.
• The daylight saxings indicator appears with
the time display.
9.
['ouch I,'I'22URA_repeatedly until the menu
screen tLII'I3S off.
To Reset to Standard Time
P_'rf_)rm st_'ps t through 8 abo_ _', and s_'k'ct
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