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VP-D93(i)/D97(i)/D99(i)
AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
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This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
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Contents
Notes and Safety Instructions 6
Getting to Know Your Camcorder 11
Features ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Accessories Supplied with camcorder ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Front & Left View ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Left side View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Right & Top View ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Rear & Bottom View .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Remote control ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
OSD (On Screen Display in CAM and PLAYER modes) ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC and M.PLAY modes)........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Preparation 20
How to use the Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Battery Installation for the Remote Control ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Self Record using the Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Lithium Battery Installation........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Adjusting the Hand Strap ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Hand strap ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Shoulder strap ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Connecting a Power Source ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable .................................................................................................................................................................... 23
To select the CAMCORDER mode ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ............................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type ............................................................................................................................. 25
Battery level display ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 27
BASIC Recording 28
Making your First Recording ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Record Search (REC SEARCH) ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Hints for Stable Image Recording ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Recording with the LCD monitor ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Recording with the Viewfinder ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Adjusting the LCD ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Using the VIEWFINDER ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Adjusting the Focus ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Adjusting the LCD during PLAY .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Controlling Sound from the Speaker ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
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Advanced Recording 35
Use of various Functions ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Setting menu items .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode ................................................................................................................... 35
Availability of functions in each mode ................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
CLOCK SET ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
WL. REMOTE ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
BEEP SOUND .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
SHUTTER SOUND .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 40
DEMONSTRATION ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 41
PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Setting the PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ................................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Zooming In and Out with DIGITALZOOM .......................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Zooming In and Out ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Digital Zoom ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 46
EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT ................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Selecting an effect ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
MEMORY MIX ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Recording Superimposed images on a tape........................................................................................................................................................................ 51
Using the Built-in Flash............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
FLASH SELECT ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
REC MODE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
AUDIO MODE ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
WIND CUT .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
DATE/TIME ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
TV DISPLAY ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57
Using Quick Menu .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Setting the Quick menu ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
SLOW SHUTTER(Low Shutter Speed) ................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
EASY Mode (for Beginners) ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Auto Focusing ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Manual Focusing ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
BLC (Back Light Compensation) ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Fade In and Out ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
To Start Recording ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ................................................................................................................................................................. 65
Audio dubbing ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
Dubbing sound. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
Dubbed Audio Playback ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
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PHOTO Image Recording ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Searching for a PHOTO picture .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Various Recording Techniques .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 69
Playback 70
Tape Playback ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Playback on the LCD ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Playback on a TV monitor ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks ..................................................................................................................................................... 70
Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks .......................................................................................................................................................... 71
Playback ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Various Functions while in PLAYER mode ............................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Playback pause .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Picture search (Forward/Reverse) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Slow playback (Forward/Reverse) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) .................................................................................................................................................................. 73
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse ) ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 73
ZERO MEMORY ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
Recording in PLAYER mode (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only) 75
IEEE 1394 Data Transfer 76
Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections .............................................................................................................................................. 76
Connecting to a DV device .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 76
Connecting to a PC ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 76
System requirements ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only) ...................................................................................................................................... 77
USB interface 78
Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ......................................................................................................................................................... 78
System Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Installing DVC Media 6.0 Program............................................................................................................................................................................................. 79
Connecting to a PC ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 80
Digital Still Camera mode 81
MEMORY STICK........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 81
Memory Stick Functions ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick ............................................................................................................................................................................. 82
Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick ............................................................................................................................................................. 83
Image Format ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 83
Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 83
Selecting the image quality ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 84
Select the photo quality ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 84
Number of images on the Memory Stick ............................................................................................................................................................................. 84
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Selecting the recording image size ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 85
Selecting the moving picture size ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 86
Recording images continuously.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 87
Select the CONTINUOUS SHOT .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Setting the File Number.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 88
Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode ..................................................................................................................................................... 89
Recording images to a Memory Stick ................................................................................................................................................................................. 89
Recording an image from a cassette as a still image ........................................................................................................................................................ 90
Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick.............................................................................................................................................................. 91
MJPEG RECORDING ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 92
Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file onto MEMORY STICK ................................................................................................... 92
Viewing still images/moving pictures ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
To view a Single image ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
To view a slide show............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 95
To view the Multi Display ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
Marking still images for printing ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 96
Protection from accidental erasure............................................................................................................................................................................................. 97
Deleting Still images/Moving pictures ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 98
Formatting the Memory Stick .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 99
Attention ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 99
Smart Shoe 100
Using the smart Shoe .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 100
Using the VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash (optional) ..................................................................................................................................................................... 100
Maintenance 102
After finishing a recording ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 102
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder................................................................................................................................................................................ 103
Cleaning the Video Heads ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 103
Using Your Camcorder Abroad ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 104
Power sources ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
Colour system .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
Troubleshooting 105
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Self Diagnosis Display ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Moisture Condensation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC, M.PLAY mode ............................................................................................................................................................ 106
Specifications 108
INDEX 109
Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) 111
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Notes and Safety Instructions
Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen
Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated.
Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.
1. LCD screen closed.
2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.
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A LCD Monitor is opened applying a finger to LCD open knob.
3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top.
4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.
5. Recording with the LCD screen closed.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding COPYRIGHT (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.
Notes regarding moisture condensation
1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
for example:
- When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during winter.)
- When you move the camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the summer.)
2. If the (DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with the
cassette compartment opened and the battery pack removed.
Notes regarding CAMCORDER
1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60°C or 140°F).
For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.
2. Do not let the camcorder get wet.
Keep the camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the camcorder gets wet, it may get
damaged.
Faults caused by ingress of fluids may not be possible to repair.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
Notes regarding the battery pack
- Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.
- To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not
operating it.
- If your camcorder is in CAM mode and it is left in STBY mode without being
operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn
itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
- Make sure that the battery pack is located correctly and firmly in place.
Dropping the battery pack may damage it.
- A brand new battery pack is not charged.
Before using the battery pack, you need to charge it completely.
- It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD when making long recordings,
because the LCD uses up more battery power.
* When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning
- To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly.
If a square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty.
If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette.
- Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
Note regarding the LENS
- Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).
Notes regarding electronic viewfinder
1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or near a
window exposed to sunlight.
2. Do not pick up the camcorder using the viewfinder.
3. Excessive force when pulling the viewfinder out may damage it.
Notes regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ using the LCD
1. The LCD display has been manufactured using high precision technology. However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in colour)
that appear on the LCD display.
These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any
way.
2. When you use the LCD display under direct sunlight or outdoors,
it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly.
If this occurs, we recommend using the viewfinder.
3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor.
Notes regarding the hand strap
- To ensure a steady picture during filming, check that the hand strap is properly adjusted.
- Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
Precautions regarding the Lithium battery
1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed.
2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.
3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when
you set the DATE/TIME to ON.
In this case, replace the lithium battery with a new one(type CR2025).
4. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed,
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Features
• Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394
By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and inter connectivity system, used to
transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible
to produce or edit various images. (VP-D93/D97/D99 is not able to receive digital data from another DV Device)
• USB interface for digital image data transfer
You can transfer still images/movies to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.
• PHOTO
The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in Camera mode.
• 800x Digital zoom
Allows you to magnify an image up to 800 times its original size.
• Colour TFT LCD
A high-resolution colour TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordings immediately.
• Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)
The EIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly at high magnification.
• Various digital effects
The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.
• Back Light Compensation (BLC)
The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you're recording.
• Program AE
The Program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be filmed.
• Digital Still Camera function
Using Memory Stick, you can easily record and playback standard still images.
• MJPEG Recording
MJPEG recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory Stick.
• Mega-pixel CCD
Your camcorder incorporates a 1.33mega-pixel CCD. High-resolution still images can be recorded to a Memory Stick.
• Built-in Flash
You can take natural-looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in Flash.
• Smart Shoe
Allows the Samsung VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash or ZM-EC1 Gun Zoom Mic (both optional) to be easily attached and
powered by the camcorder’s own power source.
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Accessories Supplied with camcorder
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera.
Basic Accessories
1. Lithium Ion Battery pack
2. AC Power Adapter
3. AC Cord
4. Multi-AV Cable (AUDIO/VIDEO/S-VIDEO)
5. Instruction Book
6. Lithium batteries for Remote Control and Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025, 2 EA)
7. Remote Control
8. Shoulder strap
9. USB cable
10.Software CD
11.Memory Stick
12.USB Audio Cable
Optional Accessory
13.Scart adapter
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1. Lithium Ion Battery pack
Multi-AV Cable
4.
(AUDIO/VIDEO/S-VIDEO)
7. Remote Control
10. Software CD
13. Scart adapter
2. AC Power Adapter
5. Instruction Book
8. Shoulder strap
11. Memory Stick 12. USB Audio Cable
3. AC cord
6. Lithium batteries
(CR2025, 2 EA)
9. USB cable
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Front & Left View
1. Lens
2. Remote Sensor
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7. View Finder
8. TFT LCD Monitor
3. Built-in Flash
4. External MIC in
5. Multi-AV Jack
6. Internal MIC
1. Lens
2. Remote Sensor
3. Built-in Flash (see page 52)
4. External MIC in
5. Multi-AV Jack (see page 70)
9. MF/AF button
10. MF Dial
6. Internal MIC
7. View Finder (see page 32)
8. TFT LCD Monitor (see page 31)
9. MF/AF button (see page 63)
10. MF Dial
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Left Side View
1. Function buttons
PLA YER CAMERA M.PLA Y
: (PLAY/STILL) FADE (see page 65) : (MJPEG PLAY/STILL)
: (STOP) BLC (see page 64) : (REW) REC SEARCH – REV (see page 94)
: (FF) REC SEARCH + FWD (see page 94)
2. EASY.Q (see page 62)/
MULTI DISP. (see page 95)
3. MEMORY MIX button
4. DISPLAY
1. Function buttons
5. Speaker
7. SLOW SHUTTER/S.SHOW button
6. Mode Switch (see page 23)
(MEMORY STICK/TAPE)
2. EASY.Q button (CAM) /
MULTI DISP. (M.PLAY)
3. MEMORY MIX button (see page 50)
4. DISPLAY button (see page 19)
5. Speaker
6. Mode Switch (MEMORY STICK/TAPE)
7. SLOW SHUTTER (CAM) (see page 61) /
S.SHOW (M.PLAY) (see page 95)
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Right & Top View
1. Zoom lever
2. PHOTO button
3. Smart Shoe
4. FOCUS Adjustment knob
5. MENU button
6. MENU Selector
(MENU SELECT/VOLUME)
7. Lithium Battery Cover
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8. TAPE EJECT
9. Hook for hand strap
10. USB Jack
11. DV Jack
12. EARPHONE Jack
1. Zoom lever (see page 45)
2. PHOTO button (see page 68)
3. Smart Shoe (see page 100)
4. FOCUS Adjustment knob (see page 32)
5. MENU button (see page 35)
6. MENU Selector (MENU SELECT/VOLUME)
(see page 35)
7. Lithium Battery Cover (see page 21)
8. TAPE EJECT
9. Hook for hand strap
10. USB Jack (see page 78)
11. DV Jack (see page 76)
DV out (VP-D93/D97/D99)
DV in/out (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i)
12. EARPHONE Jack
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Rear & Bottom View
2. Hook for shoulder strap
1. MENU button
2. Hook for shoulder strap
3. CAM indicator
4. PLAYER indicator
5. START/STOP button
1. MENU button
3. CAM indicator
4. PLAYER indicator
5. START/STOP button
6. Power Switch
7. Charging indicator
8. DC Jack
6. Power Switch (see page 28)
7. Charging indicator
8. DC Jack (see page 23)
9. Memory Stick Slot (see page 82)
10.Tripod receptacle
11.Battery Release
9. Memory Stick Slot
11.Battery Release
10. Tripod receptacle
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Remote control
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1. PHOTO
2. START/STOP
3. SELF TIMER
4. ZERO MEMORY
5. PHOTO SEARCH
6. A.DUB
7. (FF)
8. (REW)
9. (PLAY)
10. Direction
1. PHOTO
2. START/STOP
3. SELF TIMER (see page 20)
4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74)
5. PHOTO Search (see page 68)
6. A.DUB (see page 66)
7. (FF)
8. (REW)
9. (PLAY)
18. DISPLAY
17. Zoom
16. X2
15. DATE/TIME
14. (SLOW)
13. (STILL)
12. (STOP)
11. F. ADV
10. Direction ( , ) (see page 72)
11. F. ADV (see page 73)
12. (STOP)
13. (STILL)
14. (SLOW) (see page 72)
15. DATE/TIME
16. X2 (see page 73)
17. Zoom
18. Display
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1 6 bit
VOL. [ 1 1 ]
DV
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
OSD (On Screen Display in CAM and PLAYER modes)
1. Battery level (see page 26)
2. Easy mode (see pages 62)
3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48)
4. Program AE (see page 42)
5. White Balance mode (see page 44)
6. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (see page 64)
7. Manual focus (see page 63)
8. Shutter speed and EXPOSURE (see page 60)
9. Zoom position (see page 45)
10. Memory Mix (see page 50)
11. DATE/TIME (see page 56)
12. USB (see page 78)
13. WL. REMOTE (see page 38)
14. WIND CUT (see page 55)
15. Audio recording mode (see page 54)
16. Zero memory indicator (see page 74)
17. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)
18. Tape Counter
19. Operating mode
20. Record speed mode
21. PHOTO mode
22. Self recording and waiting timer (see page 20)
23. EIS (see page 47)
24. Volume control (see page 34)
25. Audio playback channel (see page 67)
26. DV IN(DV data transfer mode) (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only) (see page 77)
27. DEW (see page 7)
28. Message Line
29. FLASH mode (see page 52)
30. SLOW SHUTTER (see page 61)
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M.OVERLAP
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EXPOSURE
SLOW - 1/25
TAPE !
ZOOM
EXPOSURE
SHUTTER
OSD in PLAYER mode
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10 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes)
A. Folder number-file number (see page 83)
B. Image counter
- Current still image/Total number of recordable still images.
C. CARD (MEMORY STICK) indicator
D. Image recording and loading indicator
E. Photo Quality (see page 84)
F. ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 97)
G. Print Mark (see page 96)
H. SLIDE SHOW (see page 95)
I. MJPEG SCREEN SIZE (see page 86)
J. Image Size (see page 85)
K. Continuous Shot (see page 87)
L. Remaining Memory (MJPEG)
Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display)
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Turning OSD on/off
Press the DISPLAY button on the left side panel.
- Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.
- When you turn the OSD off,
In CAM mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q modes are always displayed on the OSD,
even when the OSD is turned OFF. Akey input will be displayed for 3 seconds then
turn off.
In PLAYER mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed
on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.
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Turning the DATE/TIME on/off
- The DATE/TIME is not affected when the OSD function is switched ON or OFF.
- To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode. (see page 56)
- You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME ON or OFF. (see page 58) (only in CAM/M.REC mode)
OSD in M.REC mode
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MF
10 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
OSD in M.PLAY mode
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SLIDE
MEMORY STICK !
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3 2 0 0 2 min
10 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
DC
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START/
STOP
SELF
TIMER
A.DUB
ZERO
MEMORY
PHOTO DISPLAY
X2
SLOW
F.ADV
PHOTO
SEARCH
DATE/
TIME
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Preparation
How to use the Remote Control
Battery Installation for the Remote Control
✤ You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when :
- You purchase the camcorder.
- The remote control doesn’t work.
✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings.
✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
Self Record using the Remote Control
When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins
automatically in 10 seconds.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the viewfinder.
3. Press the START/STOP button to start the timer.
- Self Timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.
- In the last one second of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.
- If you want to cancel the Self Timer function before recording, press the SELF TIMER button.
4. Press START/STOP again when you wish to stop recording.
Self
Timer
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Preparation
Lithium Battery Installation
✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power
adapter is removed.
✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with CR2025 type.
1. While pressing the hole with a pen, open the lithium battery cover from the
camcorder.
2. Insert the lithium battery with the side facing upwards.
3. Slide the lithium battery cover in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Notes
■
The lithium battery must be inserted in the correct direction.
■
Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools - this will cause a short circuit.
■
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water, to avoid the risk of explosion.
Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children.
Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
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Preparation
Adjusting the Hand Strap
It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.
The hand strap enables you to :
- Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.
- Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand.
Hand strap
a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap.
b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover.
c. Close the Hand Strap cover again.
Shoulder Strap
The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorder around in complete
safety .
1. Insert the end of strap into the Shoulder Strap hook on the camcorder.
Insert the other end of strap into ring inside hand strap.
2. Thread each end into the buckle, adjust the length of the strap and then
pull it tight in the buckle.
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Preparation
Connecting a Power Source
There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder.
- The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording.
- The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording.
To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable
1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord.
2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket.
Note
■
The plug and wall socket type may differ according to
your resident country.
3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket of the
camcorder.
(When the battery is attached on the set, you should keep
outside the projection of the DC cable.)
4. Set the camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab
on the power switch and turning it to the CAM or PLAYER mode.
To select the CAMCORDER mode
✤ If you want to use this unit as a camcorder, set the mode switch to TAPE position.
✤ If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), set the mode switch to
MEMORY STICK position.
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Preparation
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack
✤
The amount of continuous recording time available depends on :
- The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using.
- How often the Zoom function is used.
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack
1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC cord and connect the AC
cord to a wall socket.
3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket on the camcorder.
4. Turn the Camera power switch to off, and the charging indicator will
start to flash, showing that the battery is charging.
Blinking time Charging rate
Once per second Less than 50%
Twice per second 50% ~ 75%
Three times per second 75% ~ 90%
Blinking stops and stays on 90 ~ 100%
On for a second and Error - Reset the battery pack and
off for a second the DC cable
5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery pack and the AC Power adapter from the camcorder.
■
Even with the power switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is left connected to the camcorder.
5
Notes
■
The battery pack may have some charge in it at the time of purchase.
■
To prevent reduction in the life and capacity of the battery pack, always remove it from the camcorder after
it is fully charged.
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Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack
Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type.
✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically.
✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations.
Actual recording time depends on usage.
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Time
Battery
SB-L110
SB-L220
Charging
time
Approx.
1hr 40min
Approx.
3hr 30min
Continuous recording time
LCD ON Viewfinder ON
Approx.
1hr 20min
Approx.
3hr
Approx.
2hr
Approx.
4hr 10min
Notes
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The battery pack should be recharged in an environment of between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).
■
The battery pack should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 32°F (0°C).
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The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or left in temperatures
above 104°F (40°C) for a long period, even when it is fully recharged.
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Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (fire or flames, for example).
■
Do not disassemble, process, pressure, or heat the Battery Pack.
■
Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited.
It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce fire and overheating.
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When using SB-L220 Battery, use of Viewfinder is inconvenient. The use of LCD Monitor is preferable.
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Preparation
Battery level display
•
The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack.
a. Fully charged
b. 20~40% used
c. 40~80% used
d. 80~95% used
e. Completely used (flickers)
(The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible)
✤ Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous recording times.
✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions.
The recording time becomes very short in a cold environment.
The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 77°F(25°C).
As the environmental temperature and conditions may differ when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery
time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording times given in these instructions.
Tips for Battery Identification
A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been
charged or not.
Two colours are provided (red and grey)-you may choose which one indicates charged and
which indicates discharged.
a
b
c
d
e
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Preparation
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette
✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force.
This may cause a malfunction.
✤ Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV cassettes.
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1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open
the cassette door.
- The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically.
2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and
the protection tab toward the top.
3. Press the area labelled PUSH on the cassette holding mechanism until
it clicks into place.
- The cassette is loaded automatically.
4. Close the cassette door.
- Close the door completely until you can hear a “click”.
Note
When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect it so
that it will not be accidentally erased.
a. Protecting a tape :
Push the safety tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.
b. Removing the tape protection :
If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the write-protect tab
back so that it covers the hole.
•
How to store a tape
a. Avoid places with magnets or magnetic interference.
b. Avoid humidity and dust prone places.
c. Keep the tape in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.
d. Avoid dropping or knocking your tapes.
1
3
2
4
push
a. SAVE
b. REC
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Basic Recording
Making your First Recording
1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23)
(A battery pack or a AC power adapter)
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Insert a cassette. (see page 27)
2. Remove the LENS CAP.
3. Set the power switch to the CAM position.
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Open the LCD monitor.
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Set the mode switch to the TAPE position.
Make sure that STBY is displayed.
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If the protection tab of the cassette is open, STOP and
PROTECTION! will be displayed.
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Make sure the image you want to record appears in the
LCD monitor or viewfinder.
■
Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough remaining power for your expected recording time.
4. To start recording, press the START/STOP button.
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REC is displayed in the LCD.
To stop recording, press the START/STOP button again.
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STBY is displayed in the LCD.
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4 3
2
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When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used,
it will switch off automatically.
To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAM.
This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.
Record Search (REC SEARCH)
✤ You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, -- function in STBY mode.
REC SEARCH -- enables you to play the recording backwards and
REC SEARCH + enables you to play it forwards, for as long as you keep each
button pressed down.
✤ If you press the REC SEARCH -- button in STBY mode, your camcorder will play
in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the original position automatically.
Note
Mosaic shaped picture distortion may appear on the screen while in Record Search mode.
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Hints for Stable Image Recording
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While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly.
■
Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure)
Recording with the LCD monitor
1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.
2. Place your right elbow against your side.
3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it.
Do not touch the built-in microphone.
4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.
You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.
Do not forget to breathe gently.
5. Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
6. Whenever possible, use a tripod.
Recording with the Viewfinder
1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.
2. Place your right elbow against your side.
3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
Be sure not to touch the built-in microphone.
4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.
You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.
Do not forget to breathe gently.
5. To view an object through the viewfinder, pull it out until you hear the ‘click’sound.
Excessive force may cause damage to the viewfinder.
6. Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
7. Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.
8. Whenever possible, use a tripod.
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CAM MODE
VIEWER SET
LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAM MODE
INITIAL
LCD ADJUST
DATE/TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
LCD ADJUST
VIEWER SET
BRIGHT SELECT NORMAL
BRIGHT ADJUST [ 1 8 ]
COLOUR ADJUST [ 1 8 ]
CAM MODE
BRIGHT SELECT
NORMAL
SUPER
BACK LIGHT
LCD ADJUST
Basic Recording
Adjusting the LCD
✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you
to view what you are recording or playing back directly.
✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example),
you can adjust ;
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BRIGHT SELECT
■
BRIGHT ADJUST
■
COLOUR ADJUST
1. Set the POWER switch to CAM position.
■
In the PLAYER mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is playing.
2. Open the LCD screen, and the LCD switches on.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR so that VIEWER is highlighted and
then push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. Move the MENU SELECTOR so that LCD ADJUSTis highlighted.
6. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
7. Move the MENU SELECTOR so that it highlights the menu item you
want to adjust (BRIGHT SELECT, BRIGHTADJUST,
COLOUR ADJUST).
VP-D99(i) only
*
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8. Push the MENU SELECTOR button again.
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You may select NORMAL, SUPER or BACK LIGHT (VP-D99(i) only) in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the
MENU SELECTOR to save the setting.
- When you use the LCD BACK LIGHT mode in a dark location or indoors, viewing the image may be difficult.
(VP-D99(i) only).
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Use the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the value of BRIGHTADJUST and COLOUR ADJUST.
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You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35.
9. Press the MENU button to finish the setting.
Using the VIEWFINDER
✤ The VIEWFINDER will not work when the LCD is open.
✤ In order to bring it into focus, pull the viewfinder forward until you here a click.
Adjusting the Focus
Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
(refer to figure )
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Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD
✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor.
✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place.
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1. Set the mode switch to TAPE.
2. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position.
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A confirmation sound beeps.
3. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 27)
4. Open the LCD screen.
Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or colour if necessary.
5. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point.
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To stop rewinding, press the (STOP) button.
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The camcorder stops automatically after rewinding is complete.
6. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start playback.
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You can view the picture you recorded on the LCD.
■
To stop the PLAY operation, press the (STOP) button.
Notes
■
You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR.
(see page 70)
■
Various functions are available in playback mode. (see page 72)
1
2
3
5
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0 : 2 3 : 4 7
5 5 min
1 0 : 0 0
10 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
VOL. [ 1 1 ]
VOLUME
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Adjusting the LCD during PLAY
✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback.
✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAM mode. (see page 31)
Controlling Sound from the Speaker
The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only.
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When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from
the built-in Speaker.
- Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode.
- Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape
on the camcorder.
2
1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
2. Press (PLAY/STILL) to play the tape.
3. When you hear sounds once the tape is in play, use the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the
volume.
■
A volume level display will appear on the LCD.
Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between 00 to 19. You will not hear
any sound when the volume is set on 00.
■
If you close the LCD while playing, you will not hear sound from the speaker.
Notes
■
When the cable is connected to the Multi AV jack, you cannot hear sound from the speaker
and cannot adjust the volume.
■
If a cable is connected to the Multi AV jack, you can hear sound from the speaker when
AV IN/OUT MODE on MENU is set to AV IN or S-VIDEO IN. (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
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You can hear sound from speaker by removing the connected cable from the Multi AV jack.
The speaker turns off when you use earphones.
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Use of various Functions
Setting menu items
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MENU
INITIAL
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
SUB MENU
CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D. ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
AV IN/OUT(VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
PHOTO QUALITY
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
LCD ADJUST
DATE/TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAMERA
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Available mode
PLAYER Memory REC. Memory PLAY
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
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Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode
●
1. Press the MENU button.
The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( HIGHLIGHT ) indicates the feature you are currently adjusting.
2. Use the MENU SELECTOR and push the MENU SELECTOR on the right side panel to select and activate the item.
3. You can exit the menu mode by pressing the MENU button.
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Availability of functions in each mode
Requested
EIS
D.ZOOM
PHOTO
Mode
EIS D.ZOOM
O
✕
✕
O
Operating
Mode
SLOW SHUTTER
Digital Special Effects
O : The requested function will work in this operating mode.
✕ : You can not change the requested mode.
: The operating function will be released and the requested one will work.
* : The operating function will be released and the requested one will work.
(the data during the operating mode will be backed up)
Notes
■
When a menu item on the LCD is marked with an , that item cannot be activated.
■
When you select an item that cannot be changed, an error message will be displayed.
Digital functions
PHOTO
(TAPE)
O
✕
✕
O
O
O
O
O
SLOW
SHUTTER
*
✕
✕
X
Digital
special
effects
O
O
✕
✕
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CAM MODE
INITIAL CLOCK SET
WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUT. SOUND
DEMO
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
DEMONSTRATION
SET TIME!
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
CAM MODE
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
0 0 : 0 0
1 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
●
CLOCK SET
✤ CLOCK setup works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAYmodes.
✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape.
Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME.
1. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR.
3. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select CLOCK SET from the submenu.
4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter SETTING mode.
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A blinking item indicates the item to be changed. The year will blink first.
5. Using the MENU SELECTOR, change the year setting.
6. Push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The month will blink.
7. Using the MENU SELECTOR, change the month setting.
8. Push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The day will blink.
9. You can set the day, hour and minute following the same procedure for setting the year and
month.
10.Push the MENU SELECTOR after setting the minutes.
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The word COMPLETE! will appear, and a few seconds later, the menu screen will
automatically return to the sub menu.
11.To exit, push the MENU button.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL CLOCK SET
WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUT. SOUND
DEMO
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
DEMONSTRATION
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
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WL. REMOTE
✤ The WL.REMOTE function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes.
✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder.
1. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR.
3. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select WL.REMOTE from the submenu.
4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enable or disable the remote control.
The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. To exit, press the MENU button.
■
If you set the remote to OFF in the menu and try to use it, the remote icon will blink for
3 seconds and disappear on the LCD.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUT SOUND
DEMO
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION
WL.REMOTE
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BEEP SOUND
✤ The BEEP SOUND function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes.
✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function.
Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value.
1. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR.
3. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select BEEP SOUND from the submenu.
4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enable or disable the BEEP SOUND.
The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you push the MENU SELECTOR.
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You will hear a Beep Sound when you select the ON setup.
■
When you press the START/STOP button to start recording, the BEEP SOUND is
automatically set to OFF so you can’t hear it any longer.
5. To exit, press the MENU button.
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M.REC MODE
INITIAL CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUT.SOUND
DEMO
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
M.REC MODE
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION
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SHUTTER SOUND
✤ You can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working.
✤ Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
3. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select SHUTTER SOUND from the submenu.
6. Push MENU SELECTOR to switch between ON and OFF.
7. To exit, press the MENU button.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL CLOCK SET
WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUT. SOUND
DEMO
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
DEMONSTRATION
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
●
DEMONSTRATION
✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use
them more easily.
✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAM mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder.
✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL.
4. Select DEMONSTRATION from the submenu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. To activate the DEMONSTRATION, set DEMONSTRATION ON.
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Press the menu button to quit the menu.
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The demonstration will begin.
6. To end the DEMONSTRATION, set the DEMONSTRATION to OFF.
Notes
■
The DEMONSTRATION function only works without a TAPE installed.
■
The DEMONSTRATION mode is automatically activated when the camcorder is left idle for more than 10 minutes after
switching to the CAM mode (no tape is inserted in the camcorder).
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If you press other buttons (FADE, BLC, PHOTO, EASY) during the DEMONSTRATION mode,
the DEMONSTRATION stops temporarily and resumes 10 minutes later if you do not operate any other functions.
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PROGRAM AE
✤ The PROGRAM AE(automatic exposure) function works in CAM mode only.
✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.
✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field.
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AUTO mode
- Automatically balances the exposure between the subject and the background.
- To be used in normal conditions.
- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.
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SPORTS mode ( )
- For recording people or objects moving quickly.
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PORTRAIT mode ( )
- For focusing on the background of the subject, when the background is out of focus.
- The PORTRAIT mode is most effective when used outdoors.
- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/1000 per second.
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SPOTLIGHT mode ( )
- For recording correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.
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SAND/SNOW mode ( )
- For recording when people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand or snow.
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High S. SPEED(High Shutter Speed) mode ( )
- For recording fast-moving subjects such as players in golf or tennis games.
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CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
AUTO
SPORTS
PORTRAIT
SPOTLIGHT
SAND / SNOW
HIGH S. SPEED
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Advanced Recording
Setting the PROGRAM AE
1. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push
the MENU SELECTOR.
3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu.
4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
5. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the PROGRAM AE mode.
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Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the PROGRAM AE
mode.
6. To exit, press the MENU button.
Notes
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The P.AE function will not operate in EASY mode.
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When recording with a PROGRAM AE mode, the Flash function and Video Light Auto function (optional) do not work.
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CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
AUTO
HOLD
WHT. BALANCE
INDOOR
OUTDOOR
CAMERA SET
Advanced Recording
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WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE)
✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAM or M.REC mode only.
✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording
condition.
✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality image colour.
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AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.
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HOLD ( ) :This fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value.
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INDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.
- Under halogen or studio/video lighting
- Subject is of one dominant colour
- Close ups
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OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor
ambient light.
- In daylight, especially for close ups and where the subject is of one dominant colour.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select WHT.BALANCE from the submenu.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
6. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the WHITE BALANCE mode.
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Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the WHITE BALANCE mode.
7. To exit, press the MENU button.
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The WHT.BALANCE function will not operate in EASY mode.
Turn the digital zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.
Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change.
During normal outdoor recording, setting to AUTO may provide better results.
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Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM
✤ Digital Zoom works in CAM mode only.
Zooming In and Out
✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene.
For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.
✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.
✤ Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use
of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time.
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1. Move the zoom lever slightly for
1-1 1-2
a gradual zoom, move it further for
a high-speed zoom.
Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.
2. T(Telephoto) side: Subject appears closer.
3. W(Wide angle) side: Subject appears
TELE
farther away.
WIDE
Note
You can record a subject that is a minimum of 1 m (about 3.2 feet) away from the lens surface in the TELE position,
or about 10 mm (about 0.5 inch) away in the WIDE position.
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CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
D . ZOOM
OFF
100x
200x
400x
800x
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Advanced Recording
Digital Zoom
✤ Zooming more than 12x is achieved digitally.
✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how
much you zoom in on the subject.
✤ We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITALZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47)
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select D.ZOOM from the submenu.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to setup the 100x, 200x, 400x, 800x digital zoom function or
to turn the feature OFF.
6. To exit, press the MENU button.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
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EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer)
✤ The EIS function works in CAM mode only.
✤ EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the
camcorder (within reasonable limits).
✤ It provides more stable pictures when:
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Recording with the zoom
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Recording a small object close-up
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Recording and walking at the same time
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Recording through the window of a vehicle
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR highlight to CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The sub menu list will appear.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to activate the EIS function, push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The EIS menu is changed to ON.
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If you do not want to use the EIS function, set the EIS menu to OFF.
5. To exit, press the MENU button.
Notes
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It is recommended that you deactivate the shake compensation function when using a tripod.
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If you use the EIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate.
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While setting the EIS to ON, the WIDE, STROBE(DSE function) mode do not work.
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Advanced Recording
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DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT
✤ The DSE function works in CAM mode only.
✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects.
✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.
✤ There are 8 DSE modes.
a. ART mode
This mode gives the images a coarse effect.
b. MOSAIC mode
This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.
c. SEPIA mode
This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.
d. NEGA mode
This mode reverses the colours of the images, creating a negative image.
e. MIRROR mode
This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect.
f. BLK & WHT mode
This mode changes the images to black and white.
g. WIDE [16:9] mode
Produce images in the WIDE [16:9] format for Playback on wide screen TVs.
h. STROBE mode
This effect converts on-screen action to a series of still images, giving an effect similar to slow-motion.
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CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
DSE SELECT
OFF
ART
MOSAIC
SEPIA
CAMERA SET
NEGA
MIRROR
BLK&WHT
Selecting an effect
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
6. Using MENU SELECTOR, select the DSE mode.
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Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the DSE mode.
7. To exit, press the MENU button.
Note
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The DSE function will not operate in EASY mode.
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While setting the WIDE or STROBE to ON, the EIS function does not work.
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MEMORY MIX
✤ The MEMORY MIX function works in CAM mode only.
✤ You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the Memory Stick on top of the moving image you are recording.
✤ You can record the superimposed images on a tape.
✤ Select from 4 types of Memory Mix effects:
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M. CHROMA (Memory chroma key)
- You can swap a blue area of a still image such as a picture frame
with a moving image.
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M.LUMI (Memory luminance key)
- You can swap a brighter area of a still image such as a handwritten
illustration or title with a moving image.
Make your own title or illustration by drawing or writing on a white piece
of paper. Adjust the mix level in the light area of the still image.
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C. LUMI (Camera luminance key)
- Superimpose the currently recording image on top of a still image,
which becomes its background.
Shoot the subject against a brighter background. The brighter area of
the moving image will be a swapped with a still image.
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M.OVER LAP (Memory overlap)
- You can make a moving image fade in on top of a still image recorded
on the Memory Stick as the overlap function.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
MEMORY MIX
M.CHROMA
M.LUMI
C.LUMI
M.OVERLAP
CAMERA SET [07/07]
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Recording Superimposed images on a tape
✤ Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.
✤ Insert a Memory Stick is recorded still images into your camcorder.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select MEMORY MIX from the submenu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. Move the MENU SELECTOR to select the desired MEMORY MIX mode and push the
MENU SELECTOR.
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Your currently recording image is combined with the last recorded image.
6. Press the (FWD)/ (REV) buttons to select the still image you want to superimpose.
7. Move the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the mix level.
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Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the MEMORY MIX mode.
8. To exit, press the MENU button.
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Your selected MEMORY MIX mode is flashed in the display.
9. Press the MEMORY MIX button.
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The still image is superimposed on the moving image.
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Each time you press the MEMORY MIX button, your selection is activated (display lights
continuously) or de activated (display flashes).
10.Press the START/STOPbutton to start recording.
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The superimposed images are recorded onto the tape.
Note
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If you turn the position of the power switch, select your still image for MEMORY MIX again.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
MEMORY MIX
FLASH SELECT
CAMERA SET
CAM MODE
FLASH SELECT
AUTO
FLASH ON
RED EYE REDUCTION
CAMERA SET
Advanced Recording
Using the Built - in Flash
✤ You can take natural looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in flash or attaching the VL-S1FLvideo Light/
Flash (optional) to the camcorder's Smart shoe (see page 100), whether they are night scenes, in doors or in other dark places.
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OFF : The flash does not fire.
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(Auto) : The flash comes on depending on the brightness of the subject.
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(Flash on) : The flash comes on regardless of the brightness of the subject.
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(Red-eye reduction auto: built-in flash only) : The flash pre-fires automatically before the main firing to reduce the red-eye
phenomenon.
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FLASH SELECT
✤ The FLASH SELECT function works in CAM and M.REC mode.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select FLASH SELECT from the submenu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. Using the MENU SELECTOR, Select the FLASH SELECT mode.
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Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the FLASH SELECT mode.
6. To exit, press the MENU button.
Warning!
Notes
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While using the following functions, you cannot use the FLASH function:
- PROGRAM AE, SHUTTER SPEED, EXPOSURE, STROBE (DSE function),
- When you are recording movies onto a tape.
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If the flash is forced to fire (Flash on) in a bright location, the effect of flash photography may
sometimes not be obtained.
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When (Red-eye reduction auto) is set, the flash fires twice-once to perform red-eye reduction and
the second flash main firing for taking the photograph.
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It takes about 1.5 second between the flash firing for red-eye reduction and the main firing.
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Do not fire the flash with the flash bulb covered with your hand.
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Do not fire the flash close to people’s eyes.
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CAM MODE
INITIAL
WIND CUT
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AV IN/OUT
OUT
AUDIO SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
COPY
CAM MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
OUT
AV IN/OUT
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REC MODE
✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAM and PLAYER (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only) modes.
✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.
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SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.
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LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.
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See AV IN/OUT select on page 75.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select REC MODE from the submenu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The REC MODE toggles between SP and LP with each press.
5. To exit, press the MENU button.
Notes
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We recommend that you use this camcorder to play back the tapes that you recorded on this
camcorder.
Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion.
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When you record a tape in SP and LP modes, or LP mode only, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code
may not be written properly between scenes.
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Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality.
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CAM MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
OUT
AV IN/OUT
CAM MODE
INITIAL
WIND CUT
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AV IN/OUT
OUT
AUDIO SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
COPY
Advanced Recording
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AUDIO MODE
✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAM and PLAYER (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only) modes.
✤ This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit)
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12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks.
The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track.
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1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select the AUDIO MODE from the menu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The AUDIO MODE toggles between 12bit-16bit with each push.
5. To exit, press the MENU button.
Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track.
16bit : You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode.
Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode.
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CAM MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
OUT
AV IN/OUT
CAM MODE
INITIAL
WIND CUT
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AV IN/OUT
OUT
AUDIO SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
COPY
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WIND CUT
✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAM and PLAYER (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only) modes.
✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.
- When the wind cut is on, it is possible other low sounds will be eliminated along with the sound of the wind.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select WIND CUT from submenu.
5. This feature toggles ON/OFF each time you push the MENU SELECTOR.
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6. To exit, press the MENU button.
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Make sure WIND CUT is set to off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.
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Use the WIND CUT when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.
is shown in the display when you turn the WIND CUT on.
Notes
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CAM MODE
VIEWER SET
LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAM MODE
INITIAL
LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
CAM MODE
DATE / TIME
VIEWER SET
DATE
TIME
DATE&TIME
Advanced Recording
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DA TE/TIME
✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes.
✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.
1. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight VIEWER and push the MENU SELECTOR.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight DATE/TIME.
4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to select the sub-menu.
5. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the DATE/TIME mode.
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You can choose to display - the OFF, DATE, TIME, DATE/TIME
- OFF
- DATE only
- TIME only
- DATE & TIME
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To return to the previous menu, highlight the DATE/TIME in the middle of the menu and
push the MENU SELECTOR.
6. To exit, press the MENU button.
Notes
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The DATE/TIME is not affected by the OSD ON/OFF (DISPLAY) button.
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The DATE/TIME will read “- - -” in the following conditions.
- During playback of a blank section of a tape.
- If the tape was recorded before setting the DATE/TIME in the Camera’s memory.
- When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead.
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Before you can use the DATE/TIME function, you must set the Clock.
See CLOCK SET on page 37.
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CAM MODE
VIEWER SET
LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAM MODE
INITIAL
LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
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TV DISPLAY
✤ The TV DISPLAYfunction works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes.
✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).
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OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only.
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ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, View Finder and TV.
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Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the
LCD/View Finder/TV.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY mode.
2. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight VIEWER and push the MENU SELECTOR.
4. Select the TV DISPLAY mode in list, push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The DISPLAYmode switches between ON/OFF with each push.
5. To exit, press the MENU button.
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1 0 : 0 0
10 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
Advanced Recording
Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu)
✤ Quick menu is available only in CAM and M.REC mode.
✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button.
This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access menus and submenus.
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DATE/TIME (see page 56)
- Each time you select DATE/TIME and push the MENU SELECTOR, it will be displayed in
order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF.
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WL.REMOTE( ) (see page 38)
- Each time you select WL.REMOTE and push the MENU SELECTOR, the WL.REMOTE is
switched to either enabled ( ) or disabled ( ).
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EIS ( ) (see page 47)
- Each time you select EIS and push the MENU SELECTOR, the EIS icon is displayed or set to OFF.
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DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 48)
- Each time you select DSE and push the MENU SELECTOR, the DSE preset values are applied or set to OFF.
DSE values will not switch between On and Off if they have not been preset in the menu.
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PROGRAM AE (see page 42)
- Each time you select PROGRAM AE and push the MENU SELECTOR, you can choose between the preset PROGRAM
AE values and AUTO. You can’t choose between Auto and PROGRAM AE values if the values have not been preset in
the regular menu.
(CAM mode)
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EXPOSURE
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
1 0 : 0 0
1 0 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
STBY
MIRROR
Advanced Recording
■ WHT. BALANCE (see page 44)
- Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and push the MENU SELECTOR, you can choose between
preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between
Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset.
■ SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE
- You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( ) icon and pushing the MENU SELECTOR.
For more information, see the next chapter.
Setting the Quick menu
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to select a function you want and then push
the MENU SELECTOR to change the values.
Note
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Quick menu function will not operate in EASY mode.
DSE
PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
SHUTTTER
EXPOSURE
EIS
WL.REMOTE
DATE/TIME
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SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE
✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE in CAM/M.REC mode.
✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu.
✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated.
1. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR until you see icon( ) on, and then push the MENU SELECTOR.
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You see a screen on which you can select SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE.
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Move the MENU SELECTOR to select the item you want and then push the MENU SELECTOR.
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SHUTTER SPEED can be set to 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000 or 1/10000.
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Only SHUTTER SPEED up to 1/250 are available when using a M.REC mode.
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EXPOSURE can be set between 00 and 29.
3. To exit from the setting screen, select the icon( ) and push the MENU SELECTOR.
Recommended Shutter speeds when recording
✤ Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis : 1/2000 or 1/4000.
✤ Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters : 1/1000, 1/500 or 1/250
✤ Indoor sports such as basketball : 1/120
Notes
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If you want to use the selected shutter speed and exposure value, you should begin the recording with
shutter speed and exposure adjustment screens displayed on the LCD.
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If you manually change the shutter speed and exposure value when Auto-exposure option is selected,
the manual changes will be applied first.
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Image may not seem as smooth when a high shutter speed is set.
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The camcorder returns to auto shutter setting and auto exposure setting when you change to the EASY,
SLOW SHUTTER modes.
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When recording with a SHUTTER SPEED of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not shining into the lens.
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When recording with a SHUTTER SPEED or EXPOSURE, the Flash function does not work.
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SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed)
✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAM mode only.
✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects.
1. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button.
3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is changed to
1/25, 1/12, 1/6, off.
4. To exit, press the SLOW SHUTTER button.
Notes
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When using "SLOW SHUTTER" the image takes on a slow motion like effect.
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The SLOW SHUTTER function will not operate in EASY mode.
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While using the SLOW SHUTTER function, you cannot use the following functions:
- PROGRAM AE, EIS, Digital Zoom, SHUTTER SPEED, EXPOSURE, DSE, MEMORYMIX, Flash
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When using “SLOW SHUTTER” function, the focus is adjusted slowly and sometimes the white dots will appear on the
screen, this is not a fault.
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0 : 0 0 : 0 0
1 0 : 0 0
1 0 . J A N . 2 0 0 3
STBY
EASY
5 5 min
Advanced Recording
EASY Mode (for Beginners)
✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good guality video recordings.
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The EASY mode only operates in CAM mode.
1. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and
the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes:
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Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and EIS ( ) will be displayed.
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The word “EASY.Q” will appear on the LCD at the same time.
However, the DATE/TIME will only be seen if it has been previously set. (see page 56)
3. Press START/STOP to start recording.
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Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.
4. Pressing the EASY button again turns the EASY mode off.
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The camera will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY mode.
Notes
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In EASY mode, certain functions are not available, such as MENU, BLC, MF/AF.
- If you want to use these functions, you must first switch the EASY mode off.
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The EASY mode settings are deleted when the battery pack is removed from the camcorder and
therefore must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.
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MF
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
5 3 min
2 0 : 0 0
8 . J U N . 2 0 0 3
STBY
Advanced Recording
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)
✤ The MF/AF function works in CAM, M.REC mode only.
✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus
feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.
✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic
focusing difficult and/or unreliable.
Auto Focusing
✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you make
use of Auto Focus.
Manual Focusing
✤ In the following cases you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.
a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder,
others further away.
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.
1. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
2. Frame the picture with the zoom control.
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If you use the zoom after manual focusing, the picture may go out of focus.
3. Press the MF/AF button to switch to manual focus.
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M. FOCUS(MF) appears in the display.
4. Turn the MF dial up or down until the object is in focus.
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5. To return to AF(Auto Focus: ), press the MF/AF button again.
Zoom out a little if focusing is difficult.
a
c
1
2
M. FOCUS
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d
3
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BLC
Advanced Recording
BLC (Back Light Compensation)
✤ BLC works in CAM/M.REC mode.
✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:
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The subject is in front of a window.
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The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and
is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to
distinguish his/her features.
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The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.
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The light sources are too bright.
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The subject is against a snowy background.
1. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
2. Press the BLC button.
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Normal - BLC - Normal
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BLC enhances the subject.
Note
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The BLC function will not operate in EASY mode.
* BLC on* BLC off
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FADE
FADE
Fade In and Out
✤ The FADE function works in CAM mode only.
✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using
special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a
sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence.
➔
➔
STBY
0:00:00
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To Start Recording
1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.
The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).
2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release
the FADE button. Recording starts and the picture and
sound gradually appear (fade in).
To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT)
3. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the
FADE button. The picture and sound gradually
disappear (fade out).
4. When the picture has disappeared,
press the START/STOP button to stop recording.
Press the FADE button a. FADE OUT Gradual disappearance
a. FADE OUT (Approx. 4 seconds)
b. FADE IN (Approx. 4 seconds)
Gradual appearance b. FADE IN Release the FADE button
➔
➔
➔
➔
➔
➔
REC
0:00:15
REC
0:00:15
STBY
0:00:20
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Advanced Recording
Audio dubbing
✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode.
✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SPmode with 12bit sound.
✤ Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment.
✤ The original sound will not be erased.
Dubbing sound
1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode.
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If you want to use an external microphone, connect the microphone to
the external MIC input jack on the camcorder.
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When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, connect the Multi-AV cable
to the camcorder by inserting the Multi-AV cable into the Multi-AV Jack at the
front side of the camcorder. (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
- Press the MENU button, move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and
push the MENU SELECTOR.
- Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight AV IN/OUT and push the MENU
SELECTOR to select AV IN/OUT.
- Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight AV IN(or S-VIDEO IN) and push
the MENU SELECTOR to select AV IN(or S-VIDEO IN).
2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button and find the timeframe of the scene to be
dubbed.
(VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to pause the scene.
4. Press the A.DUB button on the Remote Control.
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A.DUB will be displayed on the LCD.
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The camcorder is in a ready-to-dub state for dubbing.
5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start dubbing.
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Press the (STOP) button to stop the dubbing.
Notes
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You can not use the audio dubbing function while playing a write protected video tape.
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When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, you must connect the Multi-AV cable to the audio system from which you
wish to record. (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
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When adding sound using the built-in microphone, make sure not to connect any cables to the camcorder.
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You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP mode or 16 bit mode.
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Audio (L)
Audio (R)
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PLAYER MODE
A / V SET
AUDIO SELECT
SOUND [ 1 ]
SOUND [ 2 ]
MIX [ 1 + 2 ]
PLAYER MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
OUT
AV IN/OUT
Dubbed audio Playback
1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V.
3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select AUDIO SELECTfrom the submenu.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
6. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the AUDIO playback channel.
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Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the audio playback channel.
- SOUND1 : play the original sound.
- SOUND2 : play the dubbed sound.
- MIX(1+2) : play back SOUND1 and 2 equally mixed.
7. To exit, press the MENU button.
8. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to playback the dubbed tape.
Note
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When you playback added sound (SOUND2 or MIX mode), you may experience loss of sound quality.
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PLAYER MODE
INITIAL
WIND CUT
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
AV IN/OUT
OUT
PLAYER MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
OUT
AV IN/OUT
PHOTO
Advanced Recording
PHOTO Image Recording
1. Press the PHOTO button lightly (about halfway down) and hold it.
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The still picture appears on the LCD monitor.
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If you do not wish to record, release the button.
2. Press the PHOTO button fully down.
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The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds.
3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode.
Searching for a PHOTO picture
✤ The PHOTO SEARCH works in PLAYER mode only.
1. Press the MENU button. (or press the PHOTO SEARCH button on the remote control.)
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The MENU list will appear.
2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V.
3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
4. Select PHOTO SEARCH from the sub-menu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. Search the PHOTO using the (FF) and (REW) buttons.
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The PHOTO search process appears on the LCD while you are searching.
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After completing the search, the camcorder displays the still image.
6. To exit, press the (STOP) button.
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Advanced Recording
Various Recording Techniques
✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.
Note
Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the
LCD screen to the Camcorder.
1. General recording.
2. Downward recording.
Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen.
3. Upward recording.
Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below.
4. Self recording.
Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from the front.
5. Recording with the Viewfinder.
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In circumstances where it is difficult to use the LCD monitor,
the viewfinder can be used as a convenient alternative.
1 2
3
5
4
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Playback
Tape Playback
✤ The playback function works in PLAYER mode only.
Playback on the LCD
✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors.
Playback on a TV monitor
✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system.
✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder.
Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks
1. Connect the camcorder and TV with the Multi-AV cable.
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The yellow plug : Video
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The white plug : Audio(L)
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The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only
- If you connect to a monaural TV or VCR, connect the yellow plug (Video) to
the video input of the TV or VCR and the white plug (Audio L) to the audio
input of the TV or VCR.
✤ You may use the SCART adapter (optional).
2. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode.
3. Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to VIDEO.
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Refer to the TV or VCR user’s manual.
4. Play the tape back.
Video input-
Yellow
TV
Audio input
(left)-White
Audio input
(right)-Red
S-VIDEO input
A/V OUT
Camcorder
Notes
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You may use the S-VIDEO plug to obtain better quality pictures if you have an S-VIDEO connector on your TV.
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If you use a S-VIDEO plug, you will need to connect an audio cable.
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If you connect the cable to the Multi-AV Jack, you will not hear sound from the speakers.
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Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks
✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR.
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1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the Multi-AV cable.
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The yellow plug : Video
■
The white plug : Audio(L) - Mono
■
The red plug : Audio(R)
2. Connect a TV to the VCR.
3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode.
4. Turn on both the TV and VCR.
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Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
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Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV set.
5. Play the tape back.
Playback
✤ You can play the recorded tape in PLAYER mode.
1. Connect a power source and set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
2. Insert the tape you wish to play back.
3. Using the (FF) and (REW) buttons, find the first position
you wish to play back.
4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
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The images you recorded will appear on the TV after a few seconds.
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If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically.
Note
■
The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically.
ANTENNA
VCR
VIDEO
AUDIO(L)
AUDIO(R)
S-VIDEO
TV
A/V OUT
CAMCORDER
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Playback
Various Functions while in PLAYER mode
✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control.
✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only.
✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more
than 3 minutes.
Playback pause
✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback.
✤ To resume playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
Picture search (Forward/Reverse)
✤ Press the (FF) or (REW) buttons once during Playback or Still mode.
To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
✤ Keep pressing (FF) or (REW) buttons during Playback or Still mode.
To resume normal playback, release the button.
Slow playback (Forward/Reverse)
✤ Forward Slow Playback
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Press the SLOW button on the remote control during Playback.
■
To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
✤ Reverse Slow Playback
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Press the (_) button during Forward Slow Play back.
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To resume forward slow playback, press the (+) button.
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To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
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Frame advance (To play back frame by frame)
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Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode.
The F.ADV function works in still mode only.
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To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
✤ Forward frame advance
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Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in Still mode.
✤ Reverse frame advance
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Press (_) the button on the remote control to change the direction in
F.ADV mode.
■
Press the F.ADV button on the remote control.
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse )
✤ Forward X2 Playback
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Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback.
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To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
✤ Reverse X2 Playback
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Press (_) the button during during Forward X2 Playback
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To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
Reverse playback
✤ To playback in reverse at normal speed, press the (_) button during normal forward playback.
✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) or (+) button to return to normal forward playback.
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Notes
■
Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in some of the various playback modes.
- Mosaic shaped distortion or noise may be experienced when you play back tapes recorded in LP which
contain various playback functions.
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Sound will only be heard during normal SP or LP playback.
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Playback
ZERO MEMORY
✤ The MEMORY function works in both CAM and PLAYER modes.
✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.
1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or before recording at the point you wish to
return to.
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The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to zero and stored in a memory with the count 0:00:00(Zero
memory indicator)
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If you want to cancel the zero memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.
2. Finding the zero position.
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When you have finished playback, fast forward or rewind the tape.
- The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.
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When you have finished recording, press the power switch on the PLAYER and press the (REW) button.
- The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.
M
3. The tape counter with the (Zero memory indicator) disappears from the display and the tape counter
M
changes to the time code.
Notes
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In the following situations, ZERO MEMORY mode may be cancelled automatically:
- At the end of the section marked with the ZERO MEMORY function.
- When the tape is ejected.
- When you remove the battery pack or power supply.
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The zero memory may not function correctly where there is a break between recordings on the tape.
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Recording in PLAYER mode
PLAYER MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
AV IN/OUT
OUT
PLAYER MODE
A / V SET
S-VIDEO IN
AV IN/OUT
OUT
AV IN
Recording in PLAYER mode (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
✤ You can use this camcorder as a recorder.
✤ You can record a tape from VCR or TV.
1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the Multi-AV cable.
2. Set the power switch of the camcorder to PLAYER mode.
3. Turn on the VCR or TV.
4. Insert the blank tape with protection tab closed into the camcorder.
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If you want to record from a connected VCR,
insert a recorded VHS tape into the VCR.
5. Push the MENU button, move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and
push the MENU SELECTOR.
6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight AV IN/OUT and push the MENU
SELECTOR to select AV IN/OUT.
7. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight AV IN or S-VIDEO IN and push the
MENU SELECTOR.
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“AV IN ” and picture appear on the LCD monitor.
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OUT : Releases the INPUT mode
■
AV IN : When signals are received from the Audio/Video input jacks
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S-VIDEO IN : When signals are received from the the S-video (S-Jack plug) and Audio inputs
8. Press the START/STOP button to set the camcorder to REC PAUSE mode.
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“P AUSE ” on the LCD monitor.
9. Select the TV program or playback the VHS tape.
10.Press START/STOPbutton to start recording.
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If you want to pause recording for a while, press the START/STOP button again.
11.To stop recording, press the (STOP) button.
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VCR
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AUDIO(L)
AUDIO(R)
S-VIDEO
TV
A/V OUT
CAMCORDER
Notes
■
When you record the images being played back on analog VCR, if they are not being played
back in normal speed, (for example, more than double speed or slow playback), only gray image
appears on the camcorder.
■
If you want to see the camcorder picture with a TV, set AV IN/OUT menu to OUT.
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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer
Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections
Connecting to a DV device
✤ Connecting with other DV standard products.
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A standard DV connection is quite simple.
If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable.
!!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.
✤ With a digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images to be
transferred.
Connecting to a PC
✤ If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install a IEEE 1394
add-on card onto the PC. (Not supplied)
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Turn off the power of both the camcorder and the PC before
connecting.
■
Optional software necessary.
✤ The frame rate recorded for video capturing is dependent on the
capacity of the PC.
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System requirements
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CPU : faster Intel®Pentium III™ 450Mhz compatible.
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Operating system : Windows®98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2)
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Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM
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IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card
Notes
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When you transmit data from the camcorder to another DV device, some functions may not work.
If this occurs, please reconnect the DV cable or turn the power OFF and ON again.
■
Operation may not work correctly, depending on the software you are using, and the specifications of your PC and its settings.
- See your PC instruction manual for details.
■
When you transmit data from the camcorder to PC, PC function button is available in PLAYER mode only.
■
Do not use the camcorder and IEEE1394 together as this will cause IEEE1394 to shut off.
■
Do not disconnect the DV cable while data is being transferred to the PC.
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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer
Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D93i/D97i/D99i only)
1. Set the mode switch to TAPE.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV IN/OUT port of the camcorder to the
DV IN/OUT port of the other DV device.
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Make sure that DV appears on the screen.
4. Press the START/STOP button to begin REC PAUSE mode.
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PAUSE is displayed on the OSD.
5. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture.
6. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.
■
If you want to pause recording momentarily, press the
START/STOP button again.
7. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button.
Notes
■
When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear
on a monitor may seem uneven, however recorded pictures will not
be affected.
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Operation is not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.
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USB interface
● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection
✤ You can easily transfer still images/movies from a camera, tape to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB
connection.
✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection.
✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
System Requirements
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CPU : Intel®Pentium II™ 400MHz processor compatible or better
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Operating system : Windows®98SE/ME/2000/XP
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RAM : 64 MB or more
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CD-ROM: 4x CD-ROM drive
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VIDEO : 65,000-colour or better video display card
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Available USB port
■
Hard Disc : 4GB (8GB recommended)
Notes
■
Intel®Pentium II™ is a trademark of the Intel Corporation.
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Windows®is a registered trademark of the Microsoft®Corporation.
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All other brands and names are property of their respective owners.
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Operations are not guaranteed for all of the recommended computer environments mentioned above.
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USB interface
Installing DVC Media 6.0 Program
✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program.
✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance.
Program installation
1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive.
-
Installation selection screen appears in the monitor.
2. If the installation selection screen does not appear after inserting the CD
click “Run” on the Windows “Start” menu and execute SETUP.EXE file to begin installation.
-
When CD-ROM drive is set to “D:drive”, type “D:\setup.exe” and press Enter.
3. Click one of the icons listed below to install the selected software.
(The program automatically check and install the driver which the PC is needed)
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DVC Driver: USB PC CAMERA Driver (Capture driver, Twain driver)
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DVC Media 6.0: PC Application program
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Photo Edition: Editing Software
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MS Formatter: Using when you format Memory Stick on your PC
Using the “PC camera” function
✤ You can use this camcorder as a PC CAMERA.
It is possible to use your camcorder with Web sites that require video & chat functions.
✤ When you connect to a Web site that can provide video and chat functions, you can use your camcorder for such functions.
✤ Using the camcorder with PC installed Net-meeting program, you can conduct video conference.
✤ The screen size of PC CAMERA is 160
✕
120 Pixel. (320 ✕240)
1. Set the mode switch to Tape or Memory Stick, set the power switch to CAM.
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your
computer.
1.
Note
■
DVC Media 6.0 User’s Manual is included on the accompanying CD in Adobe’s Portable Document Format (PDF).
The user’s manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is also included on the CD. (The Acrobat Reader is
a freeware product of adobe systems, Inc.)
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USB interface
Connecting to a PC
1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack)
3. Connect the audio cable to the Line input jack of the PC.
If the PC has no Line input jack, connect the audio cable to the MIC input jack.
There is a possibility you’ll here some audio noise if you use the MIC jack.
Notes
■
If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring, the data transmission will stop and the
data may be corrupted.
■
If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB
devices, the camcorder may not work properly.
- If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the camcorder.
■
DV(IEEE1394) connection is encouraged with PC for transmission of more vivid image quality at the time of moving picture
transmission.
USB Cable
8080
USB AUDIO Cable
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Digital Still Camera mode
TM
TM
MEMORY STICK
✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images or moving images recorded by the camera.
Memory Stick Functions
✤ Recording still images and MJPEG movie
✤ Viewing still images and MJPEG movie
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Single
■
Slide show
■
Multi display
✤ Protecting images against accidental erasure
✤ Deleting images recorded on a Memory Stick
✤ Print marking still images
✤ Formatting a Memory Stick
Notes
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You can use most of the camera’s functions when recording to the Memory Stick.
■
“” appears on the screen while recording to the Memory Stick.
■
While recording or loading an image, do not eject or insert the Memory Stick.
- Inserting or ejecting a Memory Stick while recording or loading an image can cause data corruption.
■
If you want to save all images on the Memory Stick, set the write protect tab on the Memory Stick to LOCK.
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Terminal
Protection
tab
●
“Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
●
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Furthermore, “™”and “
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“Memory Stick PRO” can not be used with this unit.
®
” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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Digital Still Camera mode
Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick
● Inserting the Memory Stick
1. Turn the Power switch to OFF.
2. Insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot located beneath the camcorder, in the
direction of the arrow.
● Ejecting the Memory Stick
1. Turn the Power switch to OFF.
2. Push the Memory Stick, it will move out of the camcorder automatically.
3. Pull out the Memory Stick.
✤ Do not attempt to pull the Memory Stick out without first pushing it in.
Notes
■
If you set the camcorder to M.PLAY mode, the last recorded image appears.
- If there are no recorded images on the Memory Stick, “NO STORED IMAGE!” will display
on the screen.
■
Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing or formatting.
■
Please turn the power off before you insert or eject the Memory Stick.
You could lose data on the Memory Stick.
■
Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals of the Memory Stick.
■
Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Stick.
■
After pulling the Memory Stick out from the camcorder, please keep the Memory Stick in a soft case to prevent static shock.
■
The stored contents may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair.
Save important images separately.
■
Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.
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If the USB cable is connected to the camcorder, the (FWD), (REV), , S.SHOW, MULTI-DISPLAY buttons
are not available in M.PLAY mode.
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DCIM
100 SSDVC
DCAM 0001
DCAM 0002
101SSDVC
.
.
.
.
File number
Folder number
000-0000
*M. PLAY
Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick
✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory Stick.
✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MJPEG file format on the Memory
Stick.
✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder.
■
A file number from DCAM0001 to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each
recorded image.
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Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded on the Memory
Stick.
Image Format
✤ Still image
■
Images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.
■
The number of pixels are 1280 ✕960, 640 ✕480 in each mode.
✤ Moving Image
■
Images are compressed in MJPEG (Motion Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.
■
The number of pixels are 320 ✕240, 160 ✕120 in each mode.
Selecting the CAMCORDER mode
✤ You can use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera (DSC).
✤ You have to set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK
position to use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera.
■
M.REC mode (Memory RECORD mode)
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to CAM.
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M.PLAYmode (Memory PLAYBACK mode)
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.
+
+
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: M.REC mode
: M.PLAY mode
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M.REC MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
M.REC MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.REC MODE
NORMAL
SUPER FINE SF
F
N
FINE
MEMORY SET
PHOTO QUALITY
Digital Still Camera mode
Selecting the image quality
✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded.
Select the photo quality
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to the CAM mode.
3. Press the MENU button.
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The menu list will appear.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight PHOTO QUALITY in the
submenu.
7. Push the MENU SELECTOR.
8. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the image quality.
■
Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the image quality.
■
If you exit the sub-menu without pushing the
MENU SELECTOR, the quality mode is not changed.
9. To exit, press the MENU button.
● Number of images on the Memory Stick
QUALITY Still Image Size 8MB 16MB
✕
960 Approx.12 Approx.24
SUPER FINE
FINE
NORMAL
- The actual number that you can record varies depending on the image size.
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640 ✕480 Approx.49 Approx.99
1280 ✕960 Approx.24 Approx.49
640 ✕480 Approx.99 Approx.199
1280 ✕960 Approx.49 Approx.99
640 ✕480 Approx.199 Approx.399
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M.REC MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
M.REC MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
[ 1 0 / 1 4 ]
3 2 0 0 0 min
1280
F
Selecting the recording image size
✤ Select the image size of still image to be recorded.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to the CAM mode.
3. Press the MENU button.
■
The menu list will appear
4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY and push the MENU SELECTOR.
5. Select IMAGE SIZE from the submenu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The IMAGE SIZE toggles between 1280 x 960 and 640 x 480 with each push.
6. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.
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Note
■
Still images that are recorded at an image size of 1280 x 960 on your camcorder,
may not playback properly on other digital devices as the device may not support
recordings made with this image size.
Image Size
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M.REC MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
M.REC MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
Digital Still Camera mode
Selecting the moving picture size
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position.
2. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MJPEG SIZE.
7. Push the MENU SELECTOR button.
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The MJPEG SIZE toggles between 320 ✕240 - 160 ✕120 with each push.
● Maximum recording time of moving picture
MJPEG SIZE Maximum recording time
320 ✕240 15 seconds
✕
160
120 60 seconds
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M.REC MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
M.REC MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.REC MODE
HIGH SPEED
MULTI SCENE
SPLIT
SPLIT
6
NORMAL
MEMORY SET
9
CONTINUOUS SHOT
Recording images continuously
✤ You can record still images continuously.
✤ Select one of the three modes described below before recording.
■
NORMAL( ) : Your camcorder records up to 2 still images in 1280 x 960 size or 6 still images in 640 x 480 size at
■
HIGH SPEED ( ) : Your camcorder records up to 9 still images in 640 x 480 size at about 0.07sec intervals.
- Recording image size is 640 x 480 only
■
MULTI SCENE ( 6, 9) : Your camcorder records 6 or 9
still images at about 0.4sec intervals and displays the images
on a single page divided into six or nine boxes. Still images are
recorded in 640 x 480 size.
Select the CONTINUOUS SHOT
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to the CAM mode.
3. Press the MENU button and move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CONTINUOUS SHOT in the
submenu.
5. Push the MENU SELECTOR.
6. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the continuous shot.
■
Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the continuous shot.
■
If you exit the sub-menu without pushing the MENU SELECTOR,
the continuous shot mode is not changed.
7. To exit, press the MENU button.
about 0.7sec intervals.
HS
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Notes
■
When selecting NORMAL
- Recording continues up to the maximum number of still images whilst pressing PHOTO button
■
During recording images continuously, the flash does not work.
■
The number of images you can record continuously varies depending on the image size and the
capacity of the Memory stick.
fully down. Release PHOTO button to STOP recording.
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M.PLAY MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.PLAY MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Digital Still Camera mode
Setting the File Number
✤ The images you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9999.
✤ Set the image file numbers so that they reset each time a Memory Stick is formatted, or so that they count up
continuously.
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SERIES
- Numbering is continuous between the Memory Sticks, so that the first file number assigned on a new Memory Stick
is 1 more than the last file number assigned on the previous Memory Stick.
- When the file number are set to SERIES, each image taken is assigned a different number, avoiding duplication of
numbers. This is convenient when you want to manage your images on a PC.
- We recommend keeping the file numbers set to SERIES.
■
RESET
When the Memory Stick is formatted, the file number resets to its default value (100-0001).
If the Memory Stick already contains files, the next available number is assigned.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position.
2. Set the power switch to CAM or PLAYER mode.
3. Press the MENU button and move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY.
4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter submenu.
5. Select FILE NUMBER from the sub-menu and push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The FILE NUMBER toggles between SERIES and RESET with each push.
6. To exit, press the MENU button.
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[ 0 9 / 2 4 ]
F
PHOTO
Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode.
✤ Audio cannot be recorded with still images onto the Memory Stick.
Recording images to a Memory Stick
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to CAM.
3. Press the PHOTO button lightly (about halfway down) and hold it.
■
During autofocus photo mark ( ) flashes in the display as the camcorder adjusts the
focus and is continuously displayed when the camcorder is ready to take the still image.
■
If you do not wish to record, release the pressure from the button.
4. Press the PHOTO button fully down.
■
The still image is recorded to the Memory Stick.
■
While the camcorder is recording the still image, “” appears on the screen.
Notes
■
The remote controller’s PHOTO button has no halfway setting.
Press the button fully and the camcorder immediately takes the image.
■
Do not turn the power off, eject a Memory Stick or remove the battery pack during recording.
The Memory Stick or its data may be damaged.
■
If focusing is difficult with the autofocus mode when using the PHOTO function, focus
manually.
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PHOTO
Digital Still Camera mode
Recording an image from a cassette as a still image.
✤ You can record a still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick.
✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use the COPY function. (see page 91)
✤ The still images date/time will reflect the date and time the copies are made.
✤ The image size of a still image recorded from cassette onto a Memory Stick will be
✕
640
480.
1. Set the mode switch to TAPE.
1
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
3. Play back the cassette.
4. Press the PHOTO button lightly (about halfway down), when the image you want to record
appears.
■
The camcorder is set to playback pause(STILL) mode.
■
If you do not wish to record, release the PHOTO button, select the image again.
5. Press the PHOTO button fully down.
■
The still image is recorded to the Memory Stick.
■
While the camcorder is recording the still image, “” appears on the screen.
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PLAYER MODE
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
SOUND[1]
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
A / V SET
OUT
AV IN/OUT
[ 1 5 / 4 4 ]
640
PHOTO COPY
NOW SEARCH ...
0 : 1 0 : 3 5 : 0 2
PLAYER MODE
INITIAL
WIND CUT
REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
AV IN/OUT
OUT
Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick
✤ You can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick.
■
The still images date/time will reflect the date and time the copies are made.
■
The image size of a still image copied from tape to Memory Stick will be 640
■
Before operation
- Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape.
- Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
1. Set the mode switch to TAPE.
2. Set the power switch to the PLAYER mode.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The submenu will appear.
5. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight PHOTO COPY and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
All still images that recorded on a cassette will be copied to a Memory Stick.
6. The camcorder automatically performs the photo search to find still images and copying starts.
7. Press (STOP) button to stop copying.
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Copying stops when the cassette is finished or Memory Stick is full.
✕
480.
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100 SSDVC
DCAM 0001
DCAM 0002
101SSDVC
.
.
.
.
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Digital Still Camera mode
MJPEG RECORDING
✤ Audio cannot be recorded onto the Memory Stick.
Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file onto MEMORY STICK
1. Insert the MEMORY STICK into your camcorder.
2. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position.
3. Set the power switch to CAM mode.
4. Press the START/STOP button.
■
When MJPEG SIZE in the menu setting is set to 320 x 240, the maximum recording time
is 15 seconds. however, when MJPEG SIZE in the menu settings is set to 160 x 120, the
maximum recording time is 60 seconds.
■
You can record a camera still image onto the memory stick by pressing the
Photo button instead of the START/STOP button.
5. Press the START/STOP button to stop the recording.
■
The camcorder starts to write the moving picture to the Memory Stick when recording is
finished.
■
While the camcorder is writing the moving picture, “” appears on the screen.
Notes
■
The moving picture images that you recorded are saved in *.avi file format on the Memory Stick.
■
You can record the moving picture images as 320 x 240 pixel or 160 x 120 pixel.
■
The file that you recorded are saved in a following folder.
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The moving picture images on a Memory Stick are smaller size and lower definition than one on Tape.
■
There could be any broken or mosaic pictures while playing the MJPEG moving picture images, but it is not malfunction.
■
You can transfer MJPEG file to PC through DVC Media 6.0 using USB port on your PC.
And then, play MJPEG file with a moving picture player program like a Microsoft Windows Media Player.
(DVC Media 6.0 is included in the CD that is supplied).
■
The following functions are not allowed in M.REC Mode.
- EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer), Digital Zoom, Fade, Program AE, Digital Effect, Slow Shutter
■
While you record in Memory Stick, do not turn the power off, eject a Memory Stick or remove the battery pack.
The Memory Stick or its data maybe damaged.
■
Moving images recorded on the Memory Stick may not play on other manufacturer's camcorders.
■
The MJPEG file recorded by another camcorder might not be allowed to play by this camcorder.
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1280 X 960
[0 4 / 0 6]
1 0 0 - 0 0 0 4
320
MJPEG
0 0 / 1 5 secDCAM0002.AVI
Digital Still Camera mode
Viewing Still images/Moving pictures
✤ You can playback and view still images/moving
pictures recorded on the Memory Stick.
✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images.
■
Single images/Moving pictures
■
Slide show : To view all images automatically and
in consecutive order.
■
Multi display : To view 6 images at once.
✤ You cannot hear the sound.
To view a Single image
still image
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
■
The last still image/moving picture recorded appears in the display.
- If there are no recorded still images/moving pictures on the Memory Stick,
NO STORED IMAGE! and will display on the screen.
3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the desired still images/moving pictures.
■
To view the next still image/moving picture: press the (FWD) button.
■
To view the previous still image/moving picture: press the (REV) button.
■
Pressing (FWD) when you are on the last still image/moving picture will take you to the first
still image and pressing (REV) when you are on the first still image/moving picture will take
you to the last still image/moving picture.
■
Keep pressing (FWD) or (REV) to search for an still image/moving picture quickly.
■
Moving picture: Pressing (PLAY/STILL) plays back the moving picture and will show first
scene as a still image when playback ends.
- Pressing (PLAY/STILL) during playback will stop the moving picture and the scene is
shown as a still image.
Pressing (PLAY/STILL) again will restart the playback.
Notes
■
There could be some broken or mosaic pictures displayed while playing the MJPEG moving pictures. This is not a fault.
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It is possible that moving pictures that you recorded in the Memory Stick might not playback in other brands of camcorder.
■
The MJPEG file recorded by another camcorder might not playback in this camcorder.
■
Memory Stick with large file sizes may take additional time to replay.
■
You can transfer MJPEG file to PC through DVC Media 6.0 using USB port on your PC. And then, play MJPEG file with a moving
picture player program like a Microsoft Windows Media Player. (DVC Media 6.0 is included in the CD supplied)
Image
Size
moving picture
Playback time/
Time of recorded
picture
MJPEG Size
File number
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22 23 24
[24/24]100-0025
To view a slide show
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
■
The last recorded still image/moving picture appears
3. Press the S.SHOW button.
■
All images will be played back consecutively for 3~4 seconds each.
4. To stop the slide show, press the S.SHOW button again.
To view the Multi Display
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
■
The last recorded still image/moving picture appears.
3. To view six stored still image/moving picture on single screen, press the MULTI DISP. button.
■
A selection mark ( ) appears under the still image/moving picture.
■
Moving pictures will be displayed with the first scene as a still image, indicated by a
picture mark ( ).
■
Move the MENU SELECTOR to select a still image/moving picture.
■
To display the previous six images, press the (REV).
■
To display the next six images, press the (FWD).
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4. To return to single playback mode, press the MULTI DISP. button again.
■
The still image/moving picture you have marked fills the whole display.
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M.PLAY MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.PLAY MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Digital Still Camera mode
Marking still images for printing
✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format.
✤ You can automatically print still images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF.
✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK.
■
THIS FILE : You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD.
■
ALL FILES : To print 1 copy each of all of the stored still images.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.
■
The last recorded image appears.
3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to mark.
4. Press the MENU button.
5. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The MEMORY SET submenu will appear.
6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight PRINT MARK, push the MENU SELECTOR.
7. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select either THIS FILE or ALL FILES and push the MENU
SELECTOR.
8. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select the quantity and push the MENU SELECTOR.
Notes
■
When you setup the PRINT MARK option to ALL FILES, 999 files from the current file are set to 1 or 0.
■
The ALLFILES option may require extended operation time depending on the number of stored still images.
■
You cannot write print marks on moving pictures.
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M.PLAY MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.PLAY MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Protection from accidental erasure
✤ You can protect important still images/moving pictures from accidental erasure.
■
If you execute FORMAT, all still images/moving pictures including protected images will be erased.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.
■
The last recorded still image/moving picture appears.
■
If there are no recorded still images/moving pictures on the Memory Stick, NO STORED
IMAGE! and will display on the screen.
3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image/moving picture that you
want to protect.
4. Press the MENU button.
5. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The submenu of MEMORY SET will appear.
6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight PROTECT and push the MENU SELECTOR.
7. Push the MENU SELECTOR to set PROTECT to ON or OFF.
■
THIS FILE : protects the currently selected file from erasure.
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8. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image/moving picture that you wish to protect.
9. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.
Note
■
If the write protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK, you cannot carry out image protection.
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M.PLAY MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.PLAY MODE
THIS FILE CANCLE
ALL FILES
MEMORY SET
DELETE
M.PLAY MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Digital Still Camera mode
Deleting Still images/Moving pictures
✤ You can erase the still images/moving pictures recorded on the Memory Stick.
✤ If you want to delete protected still images/moving pictures, you must first deactivate the image protection.
✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.
3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image/moving picture that you
want to delete.
4. Press the MENU button.
5. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
The MEMORY SET submenu will appear.
6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight DELETE and push the MENU SELECTOR.
■
Using the MENU SELECTOR, select either THIS FILE or ALL FILES and push the MENU
SELECTOR.
■
THIS FILE : deletes only the file currently selected.
■
ALL FILES : deletes all files stored in the Memory Stick.
7. A box will appear to verify whether you wish to delete the still image/moving picture.
■
Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the item.
■
EXECUTE : deletes the selected still images/moving pictures.
■
CANCEL : does not delete the selected still images/moving pictures and returns to the
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Note
■
If you try to delete a protected image, “PROTECT!” appears on the screen.
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M.PLAY MODE
MEMORY SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NUMBER
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
F
320X240
1280X960
000
SERIES
CONTINUOUS SHOT
M.PLAY MODE
INITIAL
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PHOTO QUALITY
FILE NO.
DELETE
FORMAT
IMAGE SIZE
MJPEG SIZE
CONTINUOUS SHOT
CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER
Digital Still Camera mode
Formatting the Memory Stick
✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMATfunctions to completely delete all still images/moving pictures and options on the
Memory Stick, including protected still images/moving pictures.
✤ The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state.
✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already.
Attention
✤ If you execute the MEMORY FORMAT function, all still images/moving pictures will be
erased completely and erased still images/moving pictures cannot be recovered.
1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
3. Press the MENU button.
4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY and push the MENU SELECTOR.
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The sub menu will appear.
5. Select FORMATfrom the list and push the MENU SELECTOR.
6. “ALL FILES ARE DELETED! FORMAT REALLY?” appears on the screen.
7. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the item.
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NO : To return to previous menu
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YES : To start formatting.
8. Push the MENU SELECTOR.
9. To exit the menu, push the MENU button.
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If you want to format the Memory Stick on your PC, use only the “Memory Stick formatter” supplied with the software CD.
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Smart Shoe
Using the Smart Shoe
✤ You can use to attach an optional accessory to the camcorder’s Smart Shoe.
✤ The accessory is powered by the camcorder’s power supply.
✤ Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the accessory to the Smart Shoe.
✤ Types of optional accessories for Smart Shoe.
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VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash
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ZM-EC1 Gun Zoom Mic
ex) Using the VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash(optional)
1. Slide the VL-S1FL(Video Light/Flash) onto the Smart Shoe and tighten with shoe lock.
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Slide the VL-S1FL onto the camcorder until it clicks securely into place.
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Make sure that the accessory does not come disconnected when turning the shoe lock.
2. Set the camcorder to CAM or M.REC mode.
3. Move the Video Light’s power switch to AUTO or ON.
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