Sharp VL-AX1S Operating Instruction

VIDEOKAMERA MED FLYTANDE KRISTALLSKÄRM CAMCORDER COM VISOR DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER
MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO
BRUKSANVISNING
OPERATION MANUAL
VL-AX1S
SVENSKA
PORTUGUÊS
ENGLISH
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/ EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/ EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG.
Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/ CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/ 23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.
Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.
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Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/ 23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la 93/68/CEE.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/ 23/EEC så som kompletteras av 93/68/EEC.
Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/ 23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä 93/68/EEC.
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Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual carefully,
especially page ix.
OPERATION MANUAL
WARNING
TO PREVENT SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
CAUTION
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified dealer or service centre.
ENGLISH
OR MOISTURE.
This equipment should be used with the recommended AC adapter/battery charger or battery pack.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.
Important:
Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the copyright. Please refer to relevant laws in your country.
NOTE
The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with more than 120,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you fine picture detail. Occasionally, a pixel may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green, red, or black. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your camcorder.
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Power supply:
This unit can be operated by connecting it to either the AC adapter/ battery charger or battery pack. The AC adapter/battery charger incorporates the AUTO VOLTAGE (AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz) function.
ENGLISH
Trademarks
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• DPOF is a trademark of CANON INC., Eastman Kodak Company, Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
• All other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
Quick Operation Guide
Please consult this operation manual further for details on these and other functions of your camcorder.
Charging the Battery Pack
1 Connect the supplied power cord to the
AC power socket on the AC adapter/ battery charger, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.
• The POWER indicator lights up.
AC power socket
To power outletPOWER indicator
2 Align the s mark on the battery pack
with the a mark on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Pressing the battery (2), slide it in the direction of the arrow (3) until it locks into place.
• The CHARGE indicator lights up.
Attaching the Battery Pack
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
2 Pull out the viewfinder completely (1),
then lift it up (2).
60˚
3 Align the = mark on the side of the
battery pack with the = mark on the camcorder (1). Press the battery pack and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).
CHARGE indicator
• The CHARGE indicator turns off when the battery is fully charged.
3 Slide the battery pack in the direction of
the arrow (1), and remove it (2). Then remove the AC plug of the power cord from the power outlet.
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Inserting a Cassette
Inserting a Card
1 Attach the power source to the
camcorder.
2 Slide the cassette compartment door
release (1) and open the cassette compartment door completely (2).
Cassette compartment door release
3 Insert a commercially available cassette
fully with the window facing upwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing outwards.
REC
REC
SAVE
SAVE
Erasure protect tab
4 Press the W mark gently until the
cassette holder clicks into place.
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
2 Press the LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release and open the LCD monitor.
3 Slide the card slot cover and open it in
the direction of the arrow.
LCD monitor PUSH OPEN release
Card slot cover
4 Insert a card into the slot as shown
below, and push it in as far as it will go.
Label
Clipped corner
5 Close the card slot cover in the direction
of the arrow.
mark
5 Wait for the cassette holder to fully
retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place.
Note:
You can use an SD Memory Card (supplied)
and a MultiMediaCard (commercially avail­able) for storing still images with this camcorder, not a SmartMediaE card or Memory StickE media. In this operation manual, “card” refers to the SD Memory Card or the MultiMediaCard.
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Quick Operation Guide
Using the Viewfinder
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.
2 Raise the viewfinder to aim the
camcorder better depending on your position.
60˚
Using the LCD Monitor
1 Press the LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release, and open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to a camcorder body.
90˚
2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that
allows easy viewing of the on-screen picture.
180
90
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Power Zoom control/
Volume control
STILL button
Media Selection switch
Zooming
Push the Power Zoom control to T (1) (tele­photo) or W (2) (wide angle) side.
Tape Playback
REC START/ STOP button
POWER switch
Easy Camera Recording on Tape
1 Insert a cassette into the camcorder.
2 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
3 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to CAMERA.
• The picture from the lens now displays.
Lock button
AUT O
Auto mode indicator
4 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame
the subject as you desire.
5 Press the REC START/STOP button to
begin recording.
REC
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
2 Hold down the Lock button
and set the POWER switch to VCR.
Lock button
3 Press e (or r) on the Operation
button to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the desired point.
4 Press y to begin playback.
To stop playback
Press d.
Volume Control
Push the Volume control to the L or + side to increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume.
REC START/ STOP button
To pause recording
Press the REC START/STOP button again.
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2/2PAGE
1
NORMA L
PLAYBACK
1
4
2
5
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Quick Operation Guide
Card Recording
1 Insert a card into the camcorder.
2 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
3 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to CAMERA.
• The picture from the lens now displays.
Number of shots taken/remaining
CARD
/931
E CON OMY
1152
Lock button
AUT O
4 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame
the subject as you desire.
5 Press the STILL button halfway down to
focus on the subject.
• The camcorder automatically focuses on the subject. When it is set, you will hear a sound and see T mark, then the camcorder locks the focus.
CARD
/931
E CON OMY
1152
6 Press the STILL button fully to begin
recording.
CARD
/931
E CON OMY
1152
Card Playback
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
2 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to VCR.
• The images recorded on the card displays in a thumbnail format.
Lock button
][
Page number/total thumbnail pages
3 Press q or w to move the selection
frame to the desired image.
• You can also turn the CONTROL dial to move the selection frame.
4 Press the MULTI button.
][
][
• The selected image displays in full­screen.
Image file name
3000-001
1000-001
CARD
NO RMA L
NORMA L
1152
01/3
011/ ][
AUT O
• The S indicator flashes red while data
is being recorded on the card, and returns to white when recording completes.
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About Your Camcorder
DV Technology
Digital video (DV) is a revolutionary technology that enables recording and playback of high quality images with the use of special digital features previously unavailable with conven­tional analog formats.
DV and conventional video cassette tapes
There are two kinds of DV-format video cassette tapes: the Mini DV cassette and the larger DV cassette used for extended playback and recording. This camcorder only operates with Mini DV cassettes. DV cassettes cannot be used. Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes with the i mark.
Mini DV cassette DV cassette
8 mm, VHS, and Beta cassettes cannot be used for playback or recording with this camcorder.
8 mm cassette VHS cassette Beta cassette
Note:
• This camcorder reproduces the highest picture quality when used with an ME tape. It is recommended you use an ME tape for high­quality recording and playback.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineer­ing or disassembly is prohibited.
SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard
SD Memory card and MultiMediaCard are compact recording media just 32 mm long and 24 mm wide which support the needs of the digital network society where music, images, games and various other provider services are offered.
• You can use an SD Memory Card (supplied) and a MultiMediaCard (commercially available) for storing still images with this camcorder, not a SmartMedia\ card or Memory Stick\ media.
SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard
SmartMedia\ card
• An SD Memory Card is superior to a MultiMediaCard in terms of copyright protection functions and high speed transfer.
• The SD Memory Card is compatible with MultiMediaCard, and data stored on MultiMediaCard can be used with the SD Memory Card.
Note:
• This camcorder is verified to work with the following card types and capacities.
CSD Memory Card: 128 MB or less CMultiMediaCard: 64 MB or less
Memory Stick\ media
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Supplied Accessories
Battery pack
BT-L221
Remote control
Shoulder strap Lens cap Lens hood
AC adapter/
battery charger Power cord DC cable
CR2025 type
lithium batteryK2
Audio/video cable
Zoom microphone
8 MB SD Memory Card
PixLab Video Capture
Software (Lite Version)
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PC connecting cable
Optional Accessories
Standard-life battery pack
BT-L221
*IR & Flash light
VR-3VIF
Note:
• When using the *IR & Flash light VR-3VIF with this camcorder, it can only be used as a flash.
Extended-life battery pack
BT-L441
Standard-life intelligent
battery pack
BT-LS222
Extended-life intelligent
battery pack
BT-LS442A
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Precautions
When the camcorder is not in use, remem-
ber to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the camcorder from the power source.
Do not aim the lens at the sun. Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the camcorder lens, the viewfinder eyepiece or the LCD monitor screen, whether or not re­cording is in progress, as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be par­ticularly careful when recording outside.
• When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as the sun. Otherwise, the image may white out. Should this happen, point the lens in a differ­ent direction until the picture returns to nor­mal.
Avoid magnetic sources. Using the camcorder near strong fluorescent lights, mo­tors, televisions, or other mag­netic sources may adversely affect recorded images.
Using the camcorder near a broadcasting
station or other powerful transmission source may cause buzzing or picture dete­rioration.
Avoid shocks and dropping. Do not drop or otherwise sub­ject the camcorder to hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image.
Avoid placing the
camcorder in close proximity to lighting equipment.
The heat from incan­descent lights may de­form the camcorder, or cause it to malfunction.
Always respect prohibitions or restrictions
on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensitive ar­eas.
Be aware of the temperature and humidity. You can use your camcorder at 0°C to L40°C, and at 30% to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in direct sunlight, or near strong heat sources; this can result in severe damage to the unit casing and circuitry.
Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or
other foreign matter could get on or inside the camcorder, and do not use or leave your camcorder in areas with excessive smoke, steam or moisture.
Such environments can cause malfunctions or cause mildew to form on the lenses. Be sure to keep the unit in a well-ventilated location.
Some small, portable tri-
pods may be difficult to at­tach and may not be sturdy enough to support your camcorder. Be sure to use only a strong, stable tripod.
When using your camcorder in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immedi­ately after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. To prevent the camcorder from becoming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.).
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Dew Formation
What is “dew formation”? When cold water is poured into a glass, dew
drops form on the glass. This clinging of water drops is called dew formation.
When dew forms in your camcorder Dew will gradually form on the head drum of
your camcorder and make the video tape stick to the head. This causes damage both to the head and the tape. When dew forms, recording and playback may not function properly.
Dew is likely to form in the following circum­stances:
—When moving the camcorder from a cold
place to a warm place.
—When placing the camcorder in a cold
room which is then heated rapidly.
—When moving the camcorder outdoors from
an air-conditioned room or car.
—When placing the
camcorder in the direct path of air blowing from an air conditioner.
—When placing the
camcorder in a humid room.
How to prevent trouble When using the camcorder in a place where
dew is likely to form, allow the camcorder and the video tape to acclimatise to the surround­ings for about one hour.
For example, when bringing the camcorder indoors after skiing, place it in a plastic bag.
“Dew” warning feature If dew forms, the word “DEW” flashes on the
screen, and the power will automatically turn off in approximately 10 seconds.
1 If “DEW” flashes, remove the cassette, leave
the cassette compartment open, and wait for a few hours to allow the camcorder to acclimatise to the surrounding temperature.
2 To use the camcorder again, turn on the
power after waiting for a few hours. Be sure that “DEW” has disappeared.
3 Do not insert a cassette while “DEW” is
flashing; this may result in damage to the tape.
4 Since dew forms gradually, it may take 10 to
15 minutes before the dew warning feature engages.
Plastic bag
1 Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag
containing the camcorder.
2 Remove the bag when the air temperature
inside it reaches the temperature of the room.
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Precautions
CLEANING
STOP
START
CLEANINGNOW
Dirty Video Heads
When the video heads have become clogged with dirt (dust and tape coating particles),
Mosaic noiseStriped noise
• mosaic-like noise appears on the playback picture. (see above illustration)
• playback pictures do not move.
• during playback, the whole screen becomes blue.
Causes of video head clogging
• Environments with high-temperature and high­humidity
• A lot of dust in the air
• Damaged tape
• Worn tape
• Long-time use
• Dew formation
Using a Cleaning Tape (Commercially Available)
Available mode: TAPE-VCR
You can clean the video head with a commer­cially available cleaning tape.
Notes:
Excessive use of the cleaning tape may cause
damage to the video heads. Please read the instructions accompanying the cleaning tape carefully before using it.
• The fast forward and rewind functions cannot be used when the cleaning tape is in the camcorder.
• If the video heads again become clogged with dirt soon after cleaning, this might be caused by a damaged tape. In this case, stop using that cassette immediately.
1 Insert a cleaning tape into the
camcorder.
2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode.
• The video head cleaning screen appears.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
START, then push the dial to begin video head cleaning.
• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during cleaning.
If the video heads become clogged, the v indicator appears on the screen. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for further advice.
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• After about 20 seconds, video head cleaning automatically finishes, and “EJECT THE CASSETTE.” displays.
4 Remove the cleaning tape.
To cancel cleaning, press the CONTROL dial.
Contents
Operation References
Operation References
Preparation
Basic Operations
Part Names ............................................................... 1
Quick Reference List................................................. 4
On-screen Display Index .......................................... 5
Warning Indicators .................................................... 7
Charging the Battery Pack ........................................ 9
Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack ............. 10
Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ...........11
Inserting and Removing a Cassette ........................ 12
Inserting and Removing a Card .............................. 13
Installing the Lithium Batteries .................................14
Selecting the Language for the On-screen
Display ................................................................... 15
Setting the Area, Date and Time .............................. 16
Using the Lens Cap ................................................ 17
Adjusting the Hand Strap ....................................... 18
Attaching the Shoulder Strap .................................. 18
Using the Lens Hood ...............................................18
Using the Viewfinder ............................................... 19
Using the LCD Monitor ........................................... 20
Tips on Recording Positions ................................... 21
Camera Recording
Selecting the Camcorder Mode .............................. 22
Easy Camera Recording on Tape
in Full Auto Mode ................................................... 23
Zooming ...................................................................24
Auto Focus ...............................................................24
Macro Shots ............................................................ 24
Remaining Recording Time Display ........................ 25
Remaining Battery Power Display .......................... 25
Preparation
Basic Operations
Useful Features
Advanced Features
Useful Features
Playback
Tape Playback ........................................................ 26
Volume Control ........................................................ 26
Video Search............................................................27
Still .......................................................................... 27
Using Earphones (Commercially Available) ............28
Watching Playback on a TV .....................................28
Using the Menu Screens..........................................30
Camera Recording
Setting the Digital Zoom .......................................... 31
Using the Zoom Microphone .................................. 32
Windbreak ................................................................ 33
Dialog Recording .................................................... 33
Gamma Brightness Compensation ......................... 34
Gain-up ....................................................................35
Digital Still Camera
Features
Appendix
xii
Contents
Useful Features
Advanced Features
Quick Return ............................................................36
Edit Search...............................................................36
Fade In and Fade Out .............................................. 37
Still Recording ......................................................... 38
Self Recording ........................................................ 40
Digital Picture Effects ............................................... 41
Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ........42
Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode............43
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ..............................43
Wide Screen (16:9) ..................................................44
Turning on/off the On-screen Indicators ................. 44
Playback
Using the Remote Control ....................................... 45
Tape Playback Functions
with the Remote Control ....................................... 46
Playback Zoom ........................................................47
Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ............ 48
Gamma Playback ................................................... 49
Multiple Strobe Playback ........................................ 50
Copying an Image from Tape to Card ..................... 51
Picture Effect Playback ........................................... 52
Camera Recording
Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode................53
Manual Focus ......................................................... 54
Adjusting White Balance .......................................... 56
Manual Exposure .................................................... 57
Manual Gain ............................................................ 58
Setting the Shutter Speed ....................................... 59
Scene Menu (Program AE) ......................................61
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Playback
Using the Time Code ...............................................63
Editing ..................................................................... 64
Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) ................. 65
Audio Dubbing Feature........................................... 66
Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ........................ 68
Configuring Software for PC Connection .................69
Operation References
Digital Still Camera Features
Appendix
Camera Recording
Selecting the Picture Quality and Image Size......... 71
Card Recording ....................................................... 73
Recording with the Self-Timer .................................. 74
Using the Flash Light (Optional Accessory) ............75
Formatting a Card ................................................... 76
Playback
Card Playback ........................................................ 77
Delete Protection......................................................78
Deleting Stored Images ...........................................79
Slide Show Playback ............................................... 81
Slide Show Effects ................................................... 82
Copying an Image from Card to Tape ..................... 83
Print Order................................................................84
Using the Shortcut Menu ........................................ 86
Transferring Data on Card to Computer ................. 87
Picture/Backlight Adjustments .................................88
World Clock............................................................. 89
Selecting Summer Time ...........................................91
Setting the Confirmation Sounds ............................. 91
Setting the Camcorder to Factory Presettings ........ 92
Useful Information ................................................... 93
Demonstration Mode ............................................... 99
Before Requesting Service ................................... 100
Specifications ....................................................... 102
Preparation
Basic Operations
Useful Features
Advanced Features
Digital Still Camera
Features
Appendix
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Operation References
Operation References
Part Names
For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brackets.
Operation References
Front view
FADE button [p. 37]
RETURN button [p. 36]
Accessory shoe [pp. 32, 75]
Stereo microphone
FOCUS switch
[p. 54]
Zoom lens
Manual Focus ring
[p. 54]
GAMMA/ BRIGHTER button [pp. 34, 35]
Manual Selection switch [pp. 53–62]
Remote sensor [p. 45]
CONTROL dial [p. 30]
MENU button [p. 30]
Earphones jack [p. 28]
STILL button [pp. 39, 73]
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Left view
Operation References
LCD monitor [p. 20]
LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release
[p. 20]
Operation button
MULTI button
[p. 26]
[p. 77]
Power source UNLOCK
release [p. 10]
Viewfinder [p. 19]
Dioptre adjustment dial [p. 19]
Viewfinder eyepiece release
[p. 98] RECord START/STOP button [p. 23]
Shoulder strap loop [p. 18]
Power source mounting surface [pp. 10, 11]
DISP. ON/OFF button [p. 44]
DIS button [p. 43]
Advance/reverse buttons [p. 77]
Tripod socket
Lithium battery compartment door [p. 14]
Card slot cover [p. 13]
Card slot [p. 13]
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Operation References
Right view
Operation References
POWER switch (CAMERA/VCR
select switch) [p. 22]
Media Selection
switch (TAPE/
CARD selection
switch) [p. 22]
STILL button
[pp. 39, 73]
Speaker
Power Zoom Wide angle/ Telephoto control [p. 24]/ VOLume control [p. 26]
Jack cover
DV terminal [p. 65]
PC connection jack [p. 69]
Hand strap [p. 18]
S-VIDEO socket
To open the jack cover
[p. 64]
Jack cover
AV jack [p. 64]
Cassette compartment door [p. 12]
Cassette compartment door release [p. 12]
Cassette holder [p. 12]
W mark [p. 12]
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Quick Reference List
Below are some examples of camcorder’s features.
• To record powerful close-up images. —See page 31 (Setting the Digital Zoom)
• To record a backlit subject. —See page 34 (Gamma Brightness Compensation) or page 57 (Manual Exposure)
• To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback. —See page 36 (Quick Return)
• To record yourself in the scene while monitoring the shot. —See page 40 (Self Recording)
• To record the subject with higher-quality audio. —See page 43 (Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode)
• To enlarge any part of the picture during playback. —See page 47 (Playback Zoom)
Operation References
• To brighten the dark portion of the playback images without changing the bright portion.
—See page 49 (Gamma Playback)
• To focus on an off-centred subject. —See page 54 (Manual Focus)
• To record still images on a card so that the images may be easily read into a computer.
—See page 73 (Card Recording)
• To turn off the confirmation sounds which are made when you operate the camcorder.
—See page 91 (Setting the Confirmation Sounds)
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Operation References
On-screen Display Index
For details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.
Operation References
TAPE-CAMERA mode
p. 43
p. 25
p. 53
AUT O
MA NUA L
PIC. EFFECT RETURN
p. 23
p. 25
SET
TAPE-VCR mode
p. 25
PLAYBACK
PIC. M
ULTI AUDI O DUB AUDI O RETURN
EFFECT
FRAME
AUDIO1 2
p. 68
SET
MANU AL
SET
EFFECT
PIC. RETURN
CAMERA
SET
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF.
30
min
+
DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN
SET
AUDIO
AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W
IND DI ALOG REC RETURN
PLAYBACK
EFFECT
PIC.
M
ULTI AUDI O DUB AUDI O RETURN
OTHERS
DEFAULT REMOTE SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN
FRAME
SET
p. 41
p. 38 p. 38 p. 31 p. 42 p. 44
p. 43 p. 32 p. 33 p. 33
p. 52 pp. 50, 51 p. 66
p. 68
p. 92 p. 45 p. 91 p. 63 p. 63
OTHERS
DEFAULT SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO LANGUAGE RETURN
LCD/VF SET
BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD COLOUR VF BRIGHT RETURN
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY AREA SUMR SETT I NG 12H 24H/ RETURN
LCD/ VF SET
BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD COLOUR VF BRI GHT RETURN
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY RETURN
MOD E
TIME
p. 92 p. 91 p. 63 p. 63 p. 99 p. 15
p. 88
p. 48 pp. 16, 89 p. 91 p. 16
p. 17
p. 88
p. 48
MANUAL screen
(in TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-
CAMERA modes)
p. 56 p. 57 p. 58 p. 59 p. 61
MANUA L
W
HITE
EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
BAL. AUTO
AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF
Note:
See page 30 for procedures on how to display
the desired screen.
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CARD-CAMERA mode
p. 73
p. 25
p. 53
AUT O
CAMER A
p. 73
p. 71
SET
REC MODE
IMAGE S I ZE SELF T IMER FLASH RETURN
E CON OMY
1152
p. 72
CARD-VCR mode
7
89
01
p. 77
PLAYBACK
NORMAL
-
00
1
CARD
/931
Operation References
CAMERA
SET
REC MODE
IMAGE S I ZE
SELF T IMER
][
0100 2/2PAGE
FLASH RETURN
OTHERS
DEFAULT FORMAT SOUND LANGUAGE RETURN
p. 71 p. 72 p. 74 p. 75
p. 92 p. 76 p. 91 p. 15
LCD/ VF SE T
BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD
COLOUR VF BRI GHT RETURN
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY AREA SUMR
TIME SETT I NG 12H 24H/ RETURN
p. 88
p. 48 pp. 16, 89 p. 91 p. 16 p. 17
p. 25
PLAYBACK
PIC.
EFFECT
SL IDE
SHOW
SL IDE
EFF. DELETE PROTE CT PRI .
ORDER
RETURN
Shortcut Menu
(See page 86)
RE TURN
DEL ETE PROTE CT
ORDER
PRI .
SET
0100-001 00-001
p. 86 p. 86 p. 86
CARD
/0110
E CON OMY
1152
p. 77
PLAYBACK
EFFECT
PIC. SL IDE SHOW SL IDE
][
OTHERS
DELETE PROTECT PRI.
ORDER
RETURN
DEFAULT REMOTE SOUND RETURN
EFF.
SET
p. 52 p. 81 p. 82 pp. 79, 80 p. 78 pp. 84, 85
p. 92 p. 45 p. 91
LCD/ VF SE T
BACKL IGHT LCD BRI GHT LCD
COLOUR VF BRI GHT RETURN
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY RETURN
p. 88
p. 48
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Operation References
Warning Indicators
If a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.
Operation References
Displayed for the first
3 seconds
INSERT
A CASSETTE.
EJECT THE
CASSETTE.
CASSETTE NOT
RECORDABLE.
THE
TAPE
ENDS SOON.
CHANGE THE
CASSETTE.
BATTERY IS
TOO LOW.
DEW
LAMP LAMP
7
Displayed after
3 seconds
EJECT THE
CASSETTE.
PROTECT. TAB
TAPE END
TAPE END
DEW
Description of warning
There is no video cassette in the camcorder. Insert a cassette (see page 12).
The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see page 12).
The erasure protect tab on the video cassette has been slid to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 94).
The tape is about to end. Prepare a new cassette (see page 12).
The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a new cassette (see page 12).
The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see page 10).
Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait a few hours for the dew to dry away (see page x). About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the camcorder automatically turns off.
The video heads are clogged and should be cleaned (see page xi).
The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is close to the end of its service life. Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced.
When the setting of a MANUAL screen or the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135° and 180° in CAMERA mode, all warnings will be indicated by F in the centre of the viewfinder and the LCD screen. To check the type of warning, set the Manual Selection switch to “LOCK” or “AUTO” or rotate the monitor back to within 135°.
Operation References
Displayed for
5 seconds
NO
MEMORY CARD
MEMORY
CARD
FULL
NO DATA ON
MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
ERROR
FORMAT
MEMORY CARD
MEMORY CARD
PROTECTED
DATA PROTECTED
MEMORY CARD
READ ERROR
CANNOT STORE DATA
Description of warning
The card is not inserted or is inserted improperly. Check that it is properly inserted (see page 13).
The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images. Delete unnecessary images (see page 79) or replace the card with a new one (see page 13).
The card has no images recorded in the format the camcorder can recognize.
The images in the card are corrupted or recorded in a format which is not compatible with this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 76).
The card has not been formatted with this camcorder. Format the card (see page 76).
The card is write-protected (see page 96).
You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel the protection setting (see page 78).
The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 76).
The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or data on the card. Replace the card (see page 13).
Note:
N indicates a flashing display.
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Preparation
Preparation
Charging the Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack with the supplied AC adapter/battery charger before use.
Note:
• Remove the DC cable from the AC adapter/ battery charger when charging the battery pack.
1 Connect the supplied power cord to the
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AC power socket on the AC adapter/ battery charger, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.
• The POWER indicator lights up.
AC power socket
POWER indicator
To power
outlet
2 Align the s mark on the battery pack
with the a mark on the charger (1) and guide the battery into the groove. Pressing the battery (2), slide it in the direction of the arrow (3) until it locks into place.
• The CHARGE indicator lights up.
CHARGE indicator
• The CHARGE indicator turns off when the battery is fully charged.
Charging time and maximum continu­ous recording and playback times in TAPE modes
Max. continu-
Battery
BT-L221
BT-LS222
BT-L441
BT-LS442A
• The chart specifies the approximate times in
Notes:
Charge the battery pack between 10°C and
The battery pack and charger become warm
Using the zoom (see page 24) and other
The charging time and recording time may
• See pages 96 and 97 for more information on
Caution:
• Charge only SHARP model BT-L221, BT-L441,
Charging
pack
minutes.
30°C. The battery pack may not charge properly at temperatures too low or too high.
during charging. This is not a malfunction.
functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.
vary depending on the ambient temperature and the condition of the battery pack.
using the battery pack.
BT-LS222 or BT-LS442A battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage.
ous recording
time
100
160
190 260 220 220
time
LCD
closed
110 90
220 180
LCD
open
90
180
Max. continu-
ous playback
time on LCD
3 Slide the battery pack in the direction of
the arrow (1), and remove it (2). Then remove the AC plug of the power cord from the power outlet.
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Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack
Attaching
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
POWER switch
2 Pull out the viewfinder completely (1),
then lift it up (2).
60˚
3 Align the = mark on the side of the
battery pack with the = mark on the camcorder (1). Press the battery pack and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).
Removing
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
2 Press and hold the power source
UNLOCK release in the direction of the arrow (1), then slide the battery pack up and take it out (2).
Power source
UNLOCK release
Cautions:
BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK,
ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the
battery pack while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable.
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.
• Make sure that the battery pack is firmly attached during operation. If it is not, the battery pack may come off or camcorder operation may fall because of the poor contact pressure.
• To prevent damage to the battery pack when removing, be sure to firmly hold the battery pack while pressing the release.
• Use only SHARP model BT-L221, BT-L441, BT­LS222 or BT-LS442A battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may create a risk of fire or explosion.
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4 Lower the viewfinder (1), and push it in
completely (2).
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Preparation
Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet
You can also power the camcorder from a power outlet by using the supplied AC adapter/ battery charger and DC cable.
Caution:
• The supplied AC adapter/battery charger is
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specially designed for use with this camcorder, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders.
1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set
to OFF.
2 Pull out the viewfinder completely, then
lift it up.
3 Align the = mark on the side of the DC
cable connecting plate with the = mark on the camcorder (1). Press the connecting plate and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).
DC OUT jack
POWER indicator
To power
outlet
Note:
• When using the AC adapter/battery charger to power the camcorder, it cannot be used to charge the battery pack.
Removing the DC cable from the camcorder
Perform steps 1 and 2 above. Press and hold the power source UNLOCK release in the direction of the arrow (1), then slide the connecting plate up and take it out (2).
Power source
UNLOCK release
DC cable
connecting plate
4 Lower the viewfinder, and push it in
completely.
5 Insert the DC cable plug into the DC
OUT jack on the AC adapter. Connect the supplied power cord to the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet.
• The POWER indicator on the AC adapter lights up, and the camcorder is supplied power.
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Cautions:
BEFORE REMOVING THE DC CABLE,
ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the DC
cable while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable.
• Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.
• The supplied DC cable is designed for use only with the supplied AC adapter/battery charger. Do not use it with the other equipment, as this may damage the cable or the equipment.
Inserting and Removing a Cassette
Inserting
1 Attach the power source to the
camcorder.
2 Hold the camcorder as shown below,
slide the cassette compartment door release (1) and open the cassette compartment door completely (2).
• After confirmation sound, the cassette holder extends and opens automatically.
Cassette compartment door release
3 Insert a commercially available cassette
fully with the window facing upwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing outwards.
REC
REC
SAVE
SAVE
Erasure protect tab
4 Press the W mark gently until the
cassette holder clicks into place.
• After confirmation sound, the cassette holder retracts automatically.
mark
5 Wait for the cassette holder to fully
retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place.
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Removing
Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then take out the cassette.
Cautions:
• Do not try to close the cassette compartment door while the cassette holder is extending or retracting.
• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette holder.
• Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the W mark to close it.
• Do not tilt the camcorder or hold it upside down when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It may damage the tape.
• Remove the cassette if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time.
• If you do not correctly close the cassette holder in step 4, the cassette protection mechanism of the camcorder might eject the cassette. If this happens, repeat the insertion procedure.
• Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by the cassette compartment door.
Notes:
• If the battery power is too low, you may not be able to eject the cassette. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.
• See page 94 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder.
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Preparation
Inserting and Removing a Card
You can use an SD Memory Card (supplied) or a MultiMediaCard (commercially available) for storing still images.
Inserting
1 Make sure that the
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POWER switch is set to OFF.
2 Press the LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release and open the LCD monitor.
3 Slide the card slot cover and open it in
the direction of the arrow.
LCD monitor PUSH OPEN release
Card slot cover
Removing
Perform steps 1 to 3 above, push the card (1) and pull the card straight out (2) as shown below.
Notes:
You cannot use a SmartMediaE card or Memory StickE media with this camcorder. In this operation manual, “card” refers to the SD Memory Card or the MultiMediaCard.
• The supplied SD Memory Card is preformatted for immediate use.
• See pages 95 and 96 for more information on the cards intended for use with this camcorder.
Caution:
• Do not remove the card from the camcorder while recording data on the card (S indicator flashes during recording). This may delete the recorded image or damage the card.
4 Insert a card into the slot as shown
below, and push it in as far as it will go.
Label
Clipped corner
5 Close the card slot cover in the direction
of the arrow.
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Installing the Lithium Batteries
Installing the Memory Battery
One of the supplied lithium batteries is used to store the memory of the date and time settings.
1 Press the LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release and open the LCD monitor.
2 Open the lithium battery compartment
door using a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen.
Lithium battery
compartment door
Installing the Battery to Re­mote Control
Another supplied lithium battery is used to power the remote control unit.
1 Hold the remote control
facing down, and pull out the battery holder while pressing the tab toward the centre.
Ta b
2 Insert the lithium battery into the battery
holder with the H side of the battery facing the m side of the holder.
H side
m mark
3 Insert the battery holder back into
position.
Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery
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3 Insert the lithium
battery into the compartment with the H side of the battery facing out.
4 Place the compartment door, and close
it firmly until it clicks into place.
5 Close the LCD monitor until it clicks into
place.
Removing the lithium battery
Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then lift up the battery using a pointed object, and take it out.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type CR2025 recom­mended by the equipment manufacturer. X KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. Z BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS­SEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
• Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or heat the lithium battery.
• Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment clean, and then insert a new battery.
• The lithium battery will last about one year under normal usage.
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Preparation
ENGLI SH
LANGUAGE
DEUTSCH FRAN
Ç
AIS
OTHERS
DEFAULT SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT DEMO
LANGUAGE
RETURN
MOD E
ENGLI SH
ENGLI SH
SPRACH E
DEUTS CH
FRAN
Ç
AIS
SONGT I GES
VORGABEN TON TIME CODE TC AUS DEMO
-
BETR.
SPRACHE
ZUR
Ü
CK
DEUTSCH
Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
This camcorder allows you to choose English, German or French as the on-screen display language.
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MENU button
CONTROL dial
Setting the Language
When using the camcorder for the first time, select your on-screen display language by following the steps below.
1 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
• The language selection screen appears.
POWER switch
Lock button
Changing the Language
1 In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA
mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select I,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
LANGUAGE (“SPRACHE” orLANGUE), then press the dial.
• The language selection screen appears.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired language, then press the dial.
• The menu screen displays in the language selected.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired language, then press the dial.
LANGUAGE
ENGLI SH
DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS
AUT O
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5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
Note:
The English, German and French portions
of this operation manual are based on the use of on-screen displays in their respec­tive languages. The portions of this manual in other languages, however, are based on the use of English on-screen displays.
Setting the Area, Date
2
AREA PARIS
000
:
1 2002.2.
SETT I NG
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY
SUMR
SETT I NG
TIME
12H 24H/ RETURN
AREA LONDON
1
and Time
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2003 (2. 6.
2003) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30) in Paris.
4 Then press the dial.
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POWER
MENU button
CONTROL dial
Notes:
• Before performing the steps below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 14).
• If you are in an area that observes summer time, set the time to the standard time. You can then correct it for summer time by performing the steps on page 91.
switch
1 Press the LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release and open the LCD monitor.
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Lock button
3 Press the MENU button to display the
menu screen.
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY
AREA LONDON
SUMR SETT I NG 12H 24H/ RETURN
TIME
1
5 Turn the CONTROL dial until 2 PARIS
appears, then press the dial.
Note:
• See “Time Zone Chart” and “Area Table” on pages 89 and 90 for the area number and name of the representative city for your time zone.
6 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
SETTING, then press the dial.
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY AREA SUMR
TIME SETT I NG 12H 24H/ RETURN
120
000:
02.1.
7 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “2
(day), then press the dial.
8 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “6
(month), then press the dial.
SETT I NG
6 2002.2.
:
000
9 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “2003
(year), then press the dial.
SETT I NG
:
0 00
6 2003.2.
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10 Turn the CONTROL dial to select 10
(hour), then press the dial.
SETT I NG
:
10 00
6 2003.2.
11 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “30
(minute), then press the dial.
• The internal clock now starts operating.
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SETT I NG
:
10 30
6 2003.2.
12 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
Note:
• If the date and time have been set, the MANUAL
SET screen (T) appears in step 3. Select “AREA” in the CLOCK SET screen (P) using the CONTROL dial.
Changing to the 12-hour Time Mode
1 After performing step 11 above, turn the
CONTROL dial to select “12H/24H”, then press the dial.
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY AREA SUMR
TIME SETT I NG 12H 24H/ RETURN
12H
24H
Using the Lens Cap
Attach the strap of the lens cap to the hand strap as shown below.
When attaching or removing the lens cap, grasp the indents on both sides of the cap.
Indents
When recording, remove the lens cap and attach the lens cap cord to the fastener so that the cap will not get in the way.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “12H,
then press the dial.
21H24H
12H
3 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
Notes:
• The date and time, once set, are internally recorded even when not displayed on the screen.
• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within five minutes.
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Fastener
Note:
• Always attach the lens cap over the lens when not using the camcorder.
Adjusting the Hand Strap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
1 Open the hand strap flap (1) and the
grip strap (2).
2 Loosen the grip strap, pass your right
hand through the loop, and put your thumb on the REC START/STOP button and your forefinger on the Power Zoom control. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly.
Power zoom control
REC START/
STOP button
3 Seal the velcro fasteners of the grip
strap and the hand strap flap.
Caution:
• Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap.
1 Hold the end of the strap and thread it
through the loop on the left side of the power source mounting surface.
2 Loosen the strap in the buckle, and feed
the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown.
3 Draw the strap in the direction of the
arrow to secure.
4-6 To attach the other end of the strap to
the loop on the left side of the hand strap, open the hand strap flap, and perform the same procedure.
1
Loop
2
Buckle
3
Loop
Buckle
4
5
6
Using the Lens Hood
Preparation
When recording outdoors on a sunny day or in a location with bright lighting, attach the supplied lens hood to the camcorder. Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow to attach it.
To remove it, turn it in the opposite direction.
Notes:
• The lens cap can still be attached on top of the lens hood.
• Filters and other accessories cannot be attached on top of the lens hood.
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Preparation
Using the Viewfinder
You can record the subject using the electronic LCD colour viewfinder. You can also watch video playback through the viewfinder.
Viewfinder
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POWER switch
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.
• You can raise the viewfinder up to 60˚ to better aim the camcorder depending on your position.
60˚
Closing the viewfinder
Lower the viewfinder (1), and push it in completely (2).
Cautions:
• Do not use excessive force when moving the viewfinder.
• Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder.
Notes:
• The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. If the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135˚ and 180˚ when in TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, however, the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor (see page 40).
• You can adjust the settings on the MENU screen through the viewfinder by using the CONTROL dial. (See page 30 for the operation of the CONTROL dial.)
• Be sure to close the viewfinder after use.
Adjusting the Dioptre
Adjust the dioptre according to your eyesight when the picture in the viewfinder is not clear.
Caution: Do not try to raise the viewfinder until it is completely pulled out.
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
• A picture displays in the viewfinder.
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Lock button
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely, and
then lift it up.
2 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to CAMERA.
3 While looking through the viewfinder,
turn the Dioptre adjustment dial until the indicators in the viewfinder are clearly visible.
Note:
• For cleaning the viewfinder, see page 98.
Dioptre adjustment
dial
Using the LCD Monitor
You can use the LCD monitor to play back recordings that you have made or to watch the subject during recording.
POWER switch
LCD monitor
1 Press the LCD monitor PUSH OPEN
release, and open the LCD monitor to a 90˚ angle to the camcorder body.
90˚
2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that
allows easy viewing of the on-screen picture.
• The LCD monitor rotates 270˚ vertically.
180
90
• You can also fold the LCD monitor into the camcorder with the screen facing out for watching playback on the monitor.
3 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
• A picture displays on the LCD monitor.
Notes:
• Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is open. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when you want to save battery power.
• Use the viewfinder if the LCD screen becomes difficult to see under bright daylight.
Closing the LCD monitor
Return the LCD monitor to the vertical 90˚ position with the screen facing in, and fold it into the camcorder until it clicks into place.
Cautions:
Do not use excessive force when moving the LCD monitor.
When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; otherwise the monitor may not close properly and may become damaged.
Do not pick up the camcorder by the LCD monitor.
Do not place the camcorder with the LCD monitor screen facing down.
Note:
• Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in use.
LOCK button
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Caution: Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened.
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Tips on Recording Positions
To create images that are easy to watch during playback, try to record with a stable posture and steady hand to prevent a shaky image.
Holding the camcorder
Put your right hand through the hand strap, and place your left hand under the camcorder for support.
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Basic posture
Shooting from a high angle
Place the viewfinder
eyecup firmly
against your eye.
Place your elbows
against your sides.
Balance your weight
on both legs.
Turn the LCD monitor so
that the screen faces
downward.
Shooting from a low angle
Using the viewfinder
Raise the viewfinder to
view the subject.
Using the LCD monitor
Turn the LCD monitor so that the screen faces upward.
Note:
• Take care not to touch the microphone with your fingers during recording. It will cause noise on the audio track.
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Basic Operations
Camera Recording
Selecting the Camcorder Mode
This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video camera for recording and playing back images on a tape and as a digital still camera for recording and playing back still images on a card. One of the following camcorder modes needs to be set before starting any operation.
Camcorder modes
TAPE-CAMERA mode
For recording motion and still images on a tape.
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Lock button
CARD-CAMERA mode
For recording still images on a card.
TAPE-VCR mode
For playing back or editing motion and still images recorded on a tape.
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to VCR.
CARD-VCR mode
For playing back still images recorded on a card.
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
Media Selection switch
POWER switch
Basic Operations
Lock button
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Lock button
Note:
• To turn the power off, set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.
Caution:
• Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or playback, as this may cause damage to the tape or card.
2 Hold down the Lock
button and set the POWER switch to VCR.
Lock button
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Basic Operations Camera Recording
Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
• Before you start recording, perform the opera­tions described on pages 9 through 21 to prepare your camcorder for recording.
Media Selection switch
Basic Operations
REC START/STOP button
POWER switch
1 Remove the lens cap.
2 Set the Media Selection
switch to TAPE.
3 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to CAMERA.
• The picture from the lens now displays.
• The camcorder is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode).
To pause recording
Press the REC START/STOP button again. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.
PAUSE
REC START/
STOP button
To turn the power off
Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.
Notes:
• Battery power is consumed in Recording Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will not be recording again soon.
• If the camcorder remains in Recording Standby mode for more than 5 minutes in TAPE-CAMERA mode, the power will automatically turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being damaged. To resume recording, set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. (The camcorder will make a confirma­tion sound when it is left in Recording Standby mode for about 4 minutes.)
Lock button
Note:
• If “AUTO” is not displayed at this time, set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page
53).
AUT O
Auto mode indicaor
4 Press the REC START/STOP button to
begin recording.
REC START/
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STOP button
REC
Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in TAPE-CAM­ERA mode
Max. continuous
Battery
pack
BT-L221
BT-LS222
BT-L441
BT-LS442A
• The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes.
Note:
Using the zoom (see page 24) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.
recording time
LCD closed LCD openLCD closed
LCD open
110
220
260 220 135 115
90 45
180 90
Actual
recording time
55
110
Zooming
Auto Focus
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. When using the optical zoom, you can enlarge the subject up to 23K in TAPE-CAMERA mode, and up to 22K in CARD-CAMERA mode.
Zooming in (when you want to
centre attention on the subject)
Wide
angle
Zooming out (when you want to
include the surroundings)
Zooming in
Push the Power Zoom control to the T (tele­photo) side to get a close-up view (1).
Zooming out
Push the Power Zoom control to the W (wide angle) side to get a wide field of view (2).
Power Zoom
control
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
The camcorder is preset to Auto Focus mode, which is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the camcorder automatically focuses on the subject in the centre of the scene. Always keep the subject in the centre of the scene.
Notes:
• If no subject is in the centre of the scene, the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the centre will be focused on.
• If no subject is displayed, the camcorder will
Tele­photo
automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame.
• Auto Focus may not work in the situations described on page 54. In these situations, use the manual focus function.
Macro Shots
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
This camcorder lets you shoot close-up images of small objects such as flowers and insects, or make title frames for your videos. When you want to record a magnified image of a subject which is within approximately 1.5 m of the camcorder, do not zoom in on it. Instead, zoom out all the way by pushing the Power Zoom control to the W side, and then move the camcorder closer to the subject until you obtain the desired angle of view. The camcorder will automatically focus on the subject when the lens is set for the widest angle.
Basic Operations
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Zoom range indicator
• The zoom range indicator shows you the current zoom setting.
• The zoom speed depends on how far you push the Power Zoom control.
Notes:
• The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 1.5 m. The camcorder will automatically zoom out until it is able to focus on the subject.
• See page 31 for how to use the digital zoom.
Power Zoom control
Tripod
Notes:
• When you are recording a macro shot, be sure that the subject receives sufficient illumination.
• It is recommended that you use a tripod for recording macro shots, to prevent image shaking.
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Basic Operations
BATTERY I S
TOO LOW.
AUTOAUTO
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min08min
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Camera Recording
Remaining Recording Time Display
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
When the camcorder is recording in TAPE­CAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes. You can turn on and off the indicator by pressing the DISP. ON/OFF button.
Basic Operations
Remaining recording
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Notes:
The remaining recording time indicator
appears 10 seconds after pressing the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.
• The remaining recording time indicator only shows the approximate time left. Also, it varies slightly depending on the length of tape used. (This function is based on the DVM60 tape standard.)
When the remaining recording time reaches 1 minute, a warning indicator will appear. Prepare a new cassette.
Warning indicator Approx. remaining time
THE
TAPE
ENDS SOON.
TAPE END
CHANGE THE
CASSETTE.
TAPE END
time indicator
min
Less than 1 min.
The tape has reached
the end.
Remaining Battery Power Display
Available modes:
All modes
When using the camcorder with the battery pack as the power source, you can turn on and off the remaining battery power indicator by pressing the DISP. ON/OFF button. If the battery power becomes very low, a warning indicator will appear. Replace the battery pack.
(Green)
(Green)
(Red)
Notes:
• Use the remaining battery power indicator only as an approximate indication.
• The remaining battery power indicator may change to either a higher or lower level if you set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR.
• In cold environments, the red remaining battery power indicator may appear sooner. The battery pack, however, can be used until the warning indicator appears.
• Use of the zoom functions when the warning indicator is displayed may cause the camcorder to suddenly lose power.
• This camcorder supports an intelligent battery function. Use of the optional BT-LS222 or BT­LS442A intelligent battery pack allows the number of minutes of continuous operating time that remains to be displayed on the screen based on the remaining battery power.
Remaining battery power indicator
Warning indicator
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Basic Operations
Playback
Tape Playback
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
The LCD monitor screen functions as a handy playback monitor. Nothing needs to be con­nected, allowing instant on-screen playback with the sound through the built-in speaker.
Media Selection switch
Operation button
POWER switch
1 Open the LCD monitor and
adjust the angle, and then set the Media Selection switch to TAPE.
2 Hold down the Lock button
and set the POWER switch to VCR.
Lock button
3 Press e (or r) on the Operation
button to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the desired point.
4 Press y to begin playback.
To stop playback
Press d.
To turn the power off
Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.
Note:
• The tape is automatically rewound when playback reaches the end of the tape.
Watching the Playback in the Viewfinder
You can also watch the playback in the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor with the screen facing in. You cannot monitor the sound through the speaker when watching the playback in the viewfinder.
Volume Control
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
When the camcorder is in TAPE-VCR mode, push the Volume control to the L or + side to increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume.
The volume level indicator will appear on the LCD screen during adjustment only. Once the Volume control is released, the volume level indicator will disappear shortly.
Basic Operations
Note:
• If you press the REC START/STOP button in TAPE-VCR mode, the mark appears and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. If you do not intend to record, press d to turn the mark off, then press y to begin playback. This will ensure your previous recording is not erased.
Volume control
Decrease Increase
VOLUME
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Basic Operations Playback
Video Search
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
The video search function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape.
Searching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position
1 During playback in TAPE-VCR mode,
press r (or e) on the Operation button.
• The playback picture fast forwards (or
reverses).
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2 When you find the scene, press y to
return to normal playback.
Searching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Position
1 During fast forward (or rewind) in TAPE-
VCR mode, press and hold r (or e) on the Operation button.
• The fast forward (or rewind) picture
displays.
Still
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
The still function allows you to pause playback in TAPE-VCR mode.
During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press y on the Operation button.
To return to normal playback, press y again.
Notes:
• The sound is off in Still mode.
• To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Still mode for more than 5 minutes.
2 If the scene is still rather far from the
current tape position, release the Operation button to normal fast forward (or rewind).
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above until you
find the scene.
4 Press y to begin normal playback.
Notes:
• The sound is off during search.
• You may experience picture noise during search. This is not a malfunction.
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Using Earphones (Commercially available)
Available modes:
TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA
You can monitor the sound via stereo ear­phones (commercially available) during playback or recording.
Connect the plug of stereo earphones to the earphones jack on the camcorder as shown below.
Earphones jack
Notes:
• Before connecting stereo earphones, turn the camcorder volume down to the lowest setting.
• The built-in speaker automatically turns off when stereo earphones are connected to the ear­phones jack.
Watching Playback on a TV
Available modes:
TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR
You can connect the camcorder to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy playback.
1 Open the jack cover on the camcorder
(see page 3).
Caution:
• Check that the camcorder, TV, VCR and other equipment to be used are turned off before making any connections. Picture noise or malfunction may occur if any of the above is left on while making a connection.
Jack cover
Basic Operations
(continued on the next page)
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Basic Operations Playback
2 Connect the camcorder to your TV (or
VCR) with the supplied audio/video cable as shown.
Yellow: To video input jack
White: To audio input (L) jack
Red: To audio input (R) jack
S-video cable: To S-video input socket
S-video cable (commercially available)
Audio/video cable
(supplied)
Basic Operations
To AV jack
To S-VIDEO socket
The arrow shows the signal flow.
:
3 Turn on the TV and set it to the “AV or
VIDEO channel. (See the operation
manual of your TV.)
• When connecting to a TV via a VCR, turn on the VCR and set it to the “AV” or “LINE” input channel. Operate the TV as you normally do to view the signal from the VCR. (See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR.)
Notes:
• If your TV or VCR has a 21-pin Euro-SCART connector, use the RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ).
21-pin Euro-SCART on TV or VCR
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RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART
POWER
REC
TV/VCRSET UP
CHANNEL
PAUSE /STILL
PLAY
STOP/ EJECT
VIDEO AUDIO
(L/MONO)
Video
conversion connector
AUDIO
(R)
(QSOCZ0033TAZZ)
Audio R Audio L
• If your TV or VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the TV or VCR.
• If your TV or VCR has an S-video input socket, you can connect it to the S-VIDEO socket on the camcorder with a commercially available S-video cable.
• When the camcorder is connected to a TV for playback, the picture on the TV screen may flicker if the volume on the camcorder is set to maximum. Should this occur, turn the volume down (see page 26).
• Close the jack cover after use.
About the S-video socket
S-video sockets are used to separately pass the chroma (colour) and luminance (bright­ness) components of video signals. They serve to improve the picture quality in both recording and playback.
4 Set the POWER switch on the
camcorder to VCR, and begin playback (see page 26).
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CAMERA
PHOTO SNAP
SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED
16 9:
RETURN
SET
SNAP
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CAMERA
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED
16 9:
RETURN
SET
OFF
100 690
Using the Menu Screens
Use the menu screens to adjust the various camcorder settings.
Example: Changing the DGTL ZOOM menu
setting in TAPE-CAMERA mode.
Media Selection switch
POWER switch
MENU button
CONTROL dial
1 Open the LCD monitor and
adjust the angle, and then set the Media Selection switch to TAPE.
2 Hold down the Lock button
and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Lock button
3 Press the MENU button until the menu
screen appears.
MANU AL
Example
SET
PIC. EFFECT RETURN
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired menu screen (Y), then press the dial.
Example
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired menu item (DGTL ZOOM), then press the dial.
Example
6 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired menu setting, then press the dial.
DGTL ZOOM
• To adjust another menu item, Turn the CONTROL dial to select “RETURN” and press the dial, then perform steps 4 to 6.
To turn off the menu screen
Press the MENU button.
Notes:
• Certain menu items are common to all camcorder modes. If the SOUND menu item, for example, is set to “OFF” in TAPE-CAMERA mode, it will be automatically set to “OFF” in other modes.
• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within five minutes.
• Items that are not selectable are greyed out.
• If you turn the CONTROL dial to select “r” and press the dial, the menu screen turns off, too.
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Useful Features
Useful features Camera Recording
Camera Recording
Setting the Digital Zoom
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
You can select three different zoom ranges: 1– 23K (optical zoom), 23–100K (digital zoom) or 23–690K (digital zoom). The digital zoom allows you to record powerful close-up pictures with the same operation as normal zooming.
Notes:
• The digital zoom is in addition to the optical zoom giving a combined maximum zoom range of 1–690K.
As the image is enlarged digitally, the picture
quality decreases when higher digital zoom settings are used.
1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the
angle.
2 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
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4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “DGTL
ZOOM, then press the dial.
CAMERA
SET
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN
OFF
100 690
The “D” digital zoom indicator is displayed during digital zooming.
Power Zoom
control
WT25DZOOM
Digital zoom indicator
-
To use optical zoom only
Select “OFF” in step 5 above.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “100
or 690, then press the dial.
DGTL ZOOM
010
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
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AUDIO
AUD I O MODE
W
IND DIALOG REC RETURN
SET
ZOOM MIC
OFF
AUTO
TELE
Using the Zoom Microphone
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
Selecting Zoom Microphone Mode
Select a Zoom Microphone mode when the zoom microphone is mounted.
With the zoom microphone, you can record audio according to the magnification of the zoom lens for producing the optimum sound. You can also set the zoom microphone to record only sounds at a distance.
Mounting
1 Align the zoom microphone with the
accessory shoe on the camcorder, and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.
Accessory shoe
2 Turn the screw in the direction of the
arrow to secure the microphone.
AUTO: The camcorder automatically selects
the optimum sound according to the magnification of the zoom lens. When the zoom lens is at a wide-angle setting, the built-in microphone is used to record sounds. As the zoom magnification increases, the sounds from the zoom microphone and built-in microphone are mixed according to the zoom setting.
TELE: The zoom microphone is fixed to
record sounds at a distance. (The built-in microphone is turned off.)
OFF: The zoom microphone is turned off.
(The built-in microphone is on.)
1 Mount the zoom microphone to the
camcorder.
2 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select U,
then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
ZOOM MIC, then press the dial.
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Screw
Removing
Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, then pull off the zoom micro­phone.
Cautions:
Do not pick up the camcorder by the zoom
microphone, as this may damage the equipment.
• The accessory shoe on the camcorder is designed only for use with the specified equipment (supplied zoom microphone or optional IR & Flash light).
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired zoom microphone mode, then press the dial.
• The selected zoom microphone mode is displayed on the menu screen.
ZOOM MIC
AUTO
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
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Useful features
AUDIO
AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W
IND DIALOG REC RETURN
SET
OFF
ON
DIALOG REC ON
Camera Recording
Windbreak
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
The windbreak function allows you to reduce annoying noise from strong winds when recording.
NORMAL: When a certain amount of wind
starts to blow during recording, the wind noise is reduced automatically.
STRONG: Wind noise is largely eliminated.
Select this setting when the wind is strong and the noise is irritating.
OFF: The windbreak function is turned off.
Select this setting when you want to record sounds without the changes in wind intensity changing their tonal quality.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select U,
then press the dial.
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3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
WIND, then press the dial.
AUDIO
SET
AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W
IND DIALOG REC RETURN
NORMAL
STRONG OFF
Dialog Recording
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
When you want to record from a distance at a lecture, workshop, or other such occasion, the speaker’s voice may blend in with ambient sounds. You can use the Dialog Recording function to pick up the speaker’s voice more distinctly.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select U,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
DIALOG REC, then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “ON”,
then press the dial.
5 Press MENU button to turn off the menu
screen.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired wind mode, then press the dial.
W
IND
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
To cancel Windbreak
Select “OFF” in step 4 above.
Note:
• Keep the windbreak function off during normal
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recording. If left on “NORMAL” or “STRONG”, the recorded audio may sound somewhat muffled when played back.
STRONG
To cancel Dialog Recording
Select “OFF” in step 4 above.
Gamma Brightness
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Compensation
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
To obtain a brighter picture
Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.
• The x indicator appears.
GAMMAGAMMA
GAMMA/BRIGHTER
button
When the subject is backlit, the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portion of the image unaffected.
In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.
• “GAMMA” appears, indicating that Gamma Brightness Compensation is now working.
AU T O
AUT O
333 0
AU T O
AUT O
Note:
• When the x indicator is displayed, the
background will become slightly brighter.
To cancel Gamma Brightness Compen­sation
Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until “GAMMA” disappears.
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min
min
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AU T O
AUT O
GAMMAGAMMA
3 0
0
min
min
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Camera Recording
Gain-up
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
GAMMA/BRIGHTER
When you are recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location, “LIGHT” is displayed on the screen. Use the gain-up function to record a brighter picture.
Note:
• At locations where lighting is adequate, “LIGHT” will not appear. The gain-up function cannot be used in this case.
In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode,
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press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.
• “GAMMA” appears, indicating that the gain­up function is now working.
button
To obtain a brighter picture
Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button again.
• The e indicator appears.
GAMMA
AUT O
To cancel the gain-up function
Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until “GAMMA” disappears.
Notes:
• You may experience some picture noise in Gain­up mode, which increases when the e displays.
• When the e indicator displays, you may get a shadow image behind a subject that is moving around a lot.
• Fine brightness adjustments are possible when using manual exposure (see page 57).
• Gain-up will cancel if you aim the camcorder in a bright location.
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LIGH TLIGHT
AU T O
AUT O
LIGH TLIGHT
AU T O
AUT O
GAMMAGAMMA
3 0
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min
min
Quick Return
Edit Search
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
If while playing back your tape you want to quickly return to the last recorded scene and start recording again, use the quick return function.
RETURN button
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA
mode.
2 Press the RETURN button.
• “SEARCH” flashes, and the tape begins fast forwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene.
SEARCH
AUT O
• When the tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene, “FINISHED” is displayed, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.
Notes:
• To cancel the quick return function while “SEARCH” is flashing, press the RETURN button again.
• Quick return will not work if you remove the cassette and reload it after recording or if nothing has been recorded since loading.
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Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
The edit search function lets you search, without switching from TAPE-CAMERA mode to TAPE-VCR mode, for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next.
Operation button
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA
mode.
2 In Recording Standby
mode, press and hold down e (reverse edit search) or r (forward edit search) on the Operation button.
3 When you find the point where you want
to begin recording, release the button.
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Notes:
• The sound is off during search.
• Forward edit search is performed at the same speed as normal playback, and reverse edit search at 6.5 times the normal playback.
• You may experience picture noise during reverse edit search.
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AU T OAUTO
FAD E I NFADE
REC
IN
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Fade In and Fade Out
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginning or end of a scene for creating scene transi­tions. This is especially effective in creating a dramatic change in scenery.
FADE button
Fade in
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Fade out
REC START/
STOP button
Using
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
FADE button.
• “FADE” displays.
FAD EFADE
AU T OAUTO
2 Press the REC START/STOP button to
begin recording.
• The picture turns white, and the image and sound fade in.
REC START/ STOP button
3 Press the REC START/STOP button at
the point where you wish to stop recording.
• The image and sound fade out as the picture gradually turns white. The camcorder then returns to Recording Standby mode.
REC START/ STOP button
To cancel Fade mode
Press the FADE button again in Recording Standby mode.
To use Fade Out only
1 During camera recording in TAPE-
CAMERA mode, press the FADE button to display “FADE.
2 Press the REC START/STOP button at
the point where you wish to stop recording.
Notes:
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• Fade mode automatically cancels after Fade Out.
• When using the Fade function during Wide screen mode recording, the top and bottom portions do not fade.
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Still Recording
CAMERA
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED
16 9:
RETURN
SET
PHOTO SHOT
9FRAMES 16 FRAMES OFF
Still Recording Mode
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
You can record still images of subjects with normal sound on a tape by selecting one of two still recording modes.
SNAP: A still picture is recorded for 6
seconds.
STILL: A continuous still image is recorded.
Selecting
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
PHOTO SNAP”, then press the dial.
CAMERA
SET
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN
SNAP
STILL
Still Recording Effects
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
You can select one of these still recording effects to record the still images with an effect.
PHOTO SHOT: A still picture is recorded
with the sound and visual effects of a camera shutter closing.
9 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at
intervals of 1/8 of a second using a 9­frame picture.
16 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at
intervals of 1/8 of a second using a 16­frame picture.
OFF: A still image recorded without any
effect.
Selecting
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “SNAP
EFF., then press the dial.
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4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired still recording mode, then press the dial.
PHOTO SNAP ST ILL
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired still recording effect, then press the dial.
EFF.SNAP
9FRAMES
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
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Useful Features Camera Recording
Using Still Recording
STILL button
REC START/STOP button
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA
mode.
2 Select the still recording mode and
effect.
3 In Recording Standby mode,
press the STILL button fully.
• A still image of the subject displays.
4 Press the REC START/
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STOP button.
• The still image of the subject will be recorded.
• In SNAP mode, the camcorder returns to Recording Standby mode after recording a still image for 6 seconds.
REC START/
STOP button
To pause recording
Press the REC START/STOP button.
To cancel the still image
In SNAP mode, press the STILL button fully
while the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode.
In STILL mode, press the STILL button fully.
Notes:
• Still Recording can also be used during recording by pressing the STILL button fully.
• The picture quality in Still Recording function will be slightly lower than normal pictures.
• You can use PHOTO SHOT without the sound effect of a camera shutter closing by setting the SOUND menu item to “OFF” (see page 91).
When it is difficult to record a still image clearly (e.g. using the high power zoom), hold the camcorder as shown below and use the STILL button beside the lens to prevent a shaky image.
STILL button
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Self Recording
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
Open the LCD monitor and rotate it 180° vertically so that the screen faces the other way and the subject can monitor the shot while you are recording with the viewfinder.
If the camcorder is steadied, you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on the LCD monitor. The supplied remote control is useful for such occasions.
3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
• The subject is displayed in the viewfinder, and a mirror image of the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor.
4 Begin recording.
Caution:
• Do not invert the image by rotating the LCD monitor during recording.
1 Pull out the viewfinder completely. Open
the LCD monitor to a 90˚ angle to the camcorder body (1), and then rotate it 180˚ vertically (2).
180˚
90˚
2 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE
or CARD.
More Information on Self Recording
• Use the remote control to begin/stop recording.
• The screen image automatically inverts when the monitor rotation is between 135° and 180°. When the monitor section is turned back to the normal position, the image returns to normal.
• You can play back images while the monitor is in the self recording position. Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode. The Operation button still retains its function as during normal playback, for example, y on the Operation button works as the Play button.
• If the F indicator flashes when the monitor is in the inverted position, this indicates a warning. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to within 135°. (See pages 7 and 8 for descriptions of the warning indicators.)
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Useful Features Camera Recording
Digital Picture Effects
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
These digital picture effects let you record the subject with a more dramatic effect.
B/W: To record in black-and-white. SEPIA: To record in sepia colour similar to
that of an old photograph.
SOLARI: To record with enhanced contrast,
creating a unique artistic image.
NEGA: To record a picture whose blacks
and whites of the image are reversed and colours of the image are inverted.
BLUE: To record with a blue filtering effect.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select T,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
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PIC.EFFECT, then press the dial.
MANU AL
SET
PIC. EFFECT RETURN
OFF
BW SEPIA SOLARI NEGA BLUE
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired digital picture effect, then press the dial.
• The selected digital picture effect is displayed on the menu screen.
PIC. EFFECT
BW
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
To cancel the digital picture effect
Select “OFF” in step 4 above.
Notes:
• Digital picture effects cannot be used when a still image is displayed.
• Digital picture effects can be used in TAPE-VCR and CARD-VCR mode.
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Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
This camcorder allows you to record in LP (Long Play Recording) mode for approximately 50% more recording time with the same picture quality as that in SP (Standard Play Recording) mode.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “TAPE
SPEED, then press the dial.
CAMERA
SET
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN
SP
LP
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “LP,
then press the dial.
TAPE SPEED
LP
Notes on the use of LP mode
• To record in LP mode, be sure to use a Mini DV cassette labelled for use with LP mode.
• Frozen images, mosaic-pattern picture noise, audio interruptions or audio loss may occur in the following cases: — When using a tape which is not designated for
use with LP mode.
— When a tape recorded in LP mode under high
temperature conditions is played back.
— When a tape recorded in LP mode with the
camcorder is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder from another manufacturer.
— When a tape recorded in LP mode is played
back on a Mini DV player or camcorder without an LP function.
• Audio dubbing is not possible with LP mode recording.
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5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The long play recording mode indicator appears.
AUT O
Long play recording mode indicator
To return to SP mode
Select “SP” in step 4 above.
LP
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Useful Features Camera Recording
Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
This camcorder allows you to select between 12-bit and 16-bit audio recording modes. The camcorder normally records audio in the 12-bit audio recording mode. For higher-quality audio recording, select the 16-bit audio recording mode.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select U,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
AUDIO MODE, then press the dial.
SET
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AUDIO
AUD I O MODE ZOOM MIC W
IND DIALOG REC RETURN
bit
112
6
bit
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “16bit,
then press the dial.
AUDI O MODE
16bit
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The 16-bit audio recording mode indicator appears.
16-bit audio recording
mode indicator
1 6bit
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
The digital image stabilization (DIS) function allows you to stabilize the image by electroni­cally compensating for relatively minor image shaking that is often annoying in close-up shots.
DIS button
Press the DIS button. The z indicator appears, and the camcorder enters DIS mode.
DIS indicator
To return to normal recording mode, press the DIS button again. The z indicator will disap­pear.
Notes:
• The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking.
• When image shaking does not occur (e.g. when using the camcorder on a tripod), turn off the DIS function. The picture will appear more natural when the DIS function is off.
• In CARD-CAMERA mode, the DIS function can not be used.
To return to 12-bit audio recording mode
Select “12bit” in step 4 above.
Note:
• When using Audio Dubbing with 16-bit audio recordings, both the dubbed and original sounds will be recorded in mono (see page 66).
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Wide Screen (16:9)
Available mode:
TAPE-CAMERA
The wide screen function lets you record scenes with the wide-screen feel of a movie shown in a theatre. The top and bottom of the picture are masked with black bands to produce an effective screen aspect ratio of 16:9.
Wide screenNormal screen
Turning on/off the On­screen Indicators
Available modes:
All modes
You can turn the on-screen indicators on and off as you like.
Indicators on
• The indicators display, so you can continuously check record-
AUT O
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ing/playback information.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “16:9,
then press the dial.
CAMERA
SET
PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. DGTL Z OOM TAPE SPEED 16 9: RETURN
OFF
ON
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select ON,
then press the dial.
16 9:
ON
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The picture is displayed with the top and bottom portions masked.
To return to normal screen
Select “OFF” in step 4 above.
Note:
• When still recording with “9 FRAMES” or “16 FRAMES” effect, each frame will display in normal (not wide) screen.
Indicators off
• The indicators do not display, so you can monitor the screen without disturbing the view.
Press the DISP. ON/OFF button. The On­screen indicators will be displayed.
DISP. ON/OFF button
To turn off the On-screen indicators, press the DISP. ON/OFF button again.
Note:
• When you press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button, FADE button or RETURN button after turning off the On-screen indicators, they will be displayed automatically.
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Useful Features
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Playback
Using the Remote Control
Use the supplied remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance, such as when you want to record yourself in a scene, or when the camcorder is connected to a TV for use as a VCR.
Turning on the Remote Control Mode
Available modes:
TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR
1 In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode,
press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select I,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
REMOTE, then press the dial.
OTHERS
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DEFAULT REMOTE SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN
ON
OFF
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select ON,
then press the dial.
REMOTE
ON
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
Operating
Aim the remote control at the remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons to operate.
Remote sensor
5 m
Approximate operating range of remote control
SLOW button [p. 46]
TAPE REC START/STOP button [p. 23]
CARD REC button [p. 73]
ZOOM buttons (W/T) [pp. 24, 47]
PLAY button [p. 26] STOP button [p. 26] PAUSE/STILL button [p. 27] FF button [p. 26]
REW button [p. 26] T/C (Time Code) button [p. 63] DATE button [p. 48]
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Shift buttons [pp. 47, 77]
CARD PLAY/MULTI button [p. 77]
VOLUME +/L buttons [p. 26]
Advance/reverse buttons [p. 46]
Notes:
• Be careful not to expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or strong interior lighting, as this may prevent the remote control from operating properly.
• Be sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor.
Tape Playback Functions with the Remote Control
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
You can use the following playback functions with the supplied remote control. (See page 45 for use of the remote control.)
SLOW button
Frame Advance
The frame advance function allows you to play back still images frame by frame.
1 During playback in TAPE-VCR
mode, press the PAUSE/STILL button (g) to pause playback.
2 Press the h (or j) button.
• Each time you press the button, the picture advances one frame forward (or backward).
PAUSE/STILL button
Advance/reverse buttons
Reverse Playback
The reverse playback function allows you to play back video in reverse.
During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the j button.
To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t).
Slow
The slow function allows you to play back images in slow motion.
During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the SLOW button (f). To view slow playback in reverse, press the j button.
To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t).
Note:
• To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Slow mode for more than 10 minutes.
To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (t).
Notes:
• The sound is off during reverse, slow, and frame advance playback.
• If you use the slow or frame advance function with the tape recorded in LP mode, the picture may advance several frames at a time.
• You can take clearer still images by recording with a fast shutter speed (see page 59).
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Useful Features Playback
Playback Zoom
Available modes:
TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR
The playback zoom function allows you to magnify the playback picture up to 10 times its original size and shift the magnified picture by using the remote control. (See page 45 for use of the remote control.)
ZOOM buttons
Shift buttons
• The example screens shown are for TAPE­VCR mode.
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1 During playback in TAPE-VCR or CARD-
VCR mode, press the ZOOM T button to zoom in.
Playback zoom indicator
To cancel Playback Zoom
Press the ZOOM W button, which zooms out to the widest angle.
Notes:
• Use of Playback Zoom may cause a reduction in picture quality for still images.
• Images in Playback Zoom mode cannot be transferred via DV or PC connecting cable to a personal computer.
A UDI O 1 2
AUDIO1 2
2 Press the Shift q, w, a, or s button to
shift the displayed image.
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+
A UDUDI O 1 2
AUDIO1 2
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Displaying the Date and Time of Recording
Available modes:
All modes
Follow the procedure below to display the date, or both the date and time, of recording on the screen. You can display the date and time during both recording and playback by pressing the DISP. ON/OFF button.
• The example screens shown are for TAPE­CAMERA mode.
1 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
2 Press the MENU button until the menu
screen appears.
Notes:
• Before recording, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set. If they have not been set, the display will be left blank when playing back the recording. (The display will also be left blank for unrecorded or damaged portions of the tape.)
• In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode, the current date and time are displayed when the tape or card is not being played back.
• You can also press the DATE button on the remote control to display the date (or date and time).
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select P,
then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
DISPLAY”, then press the dial.
CLOCK SE T
DISPLAY AREA SUMR SETT I NG 12H 24H/ RETURN
TIME
OFF
DAT E
+
DAT E T IME
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “DATE
or DATEHTIME, then press the dial.
DISPLAY
DATE+TIME
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The date (or the date and time) appears.
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2. 03:01 30
3002.6
min
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Useful Features Playback
Gamma Playback
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
GAMMA/BRIGHTER
The gamma playback function improves the playback picture in TAPE-VCR mode by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected.
During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once.
• “GAMMA1” appears, and the picture becomes brighter.
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button
GAMMA1GAMMA1
A UDI O 1 2
AUDIO1 2
To cancel Gamma Playback
Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until “GAMMA1” and “GAMMA2” disappear.
Note:
Gamma Playback has no effect during still
playback.
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+
To obtain a brighter picture, press the GAMMA/ BRIGHTER button again.
• “GAMMA2” appears.
GAMMA22GAMMA
A UDI O 1 2
AUDIO1 2
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Multiple Strobe
FRAMES
16
M
ULTI FRAME
Playback
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
MENU button
CONTROL dial
STILL button
The multiple strobe playback function can be used to capture the action of a fast-moving subject at intervals of 1/8 of a second using a 9- or 16-frame picture. This is useful when you want to check your form in sports such as tennis or golf.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “9
FRAMES (9-frame picture) or “16 FRAMES (16-frame picture), then press the dial.
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen, then begin playback.
7 Press the STILL button fully
at the point where you want to begin the multiple strobe playback.
• A multi-frame picture of the image is displayed.
To cancel Multiple Strobe Playback
Press the STILL button fully again.
Notes:
Multiple Strobe Playback cannot be used
during video search, still, slow or reverse playback.
• When a card is loaded, the multi-frame picture is recorded on the card (see page 51).
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1 Remove the card from the camcorder.
2 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select V,
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
button until the menu screen appears.
then press the dial.
MULTI FRAME, then press the dial.
PLAYBACK
SET
PIC.
EFFECT
M
ULTI
FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O RETURN
OFF
9 16
FRAMES
FRAMES
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Copying an Image from Tape to Card
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
You can capture your favourite image frame from a video tape recording and save it on card.
1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette
and a card in the camcorder.
2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,
then begin tape playback.
3 Select the frame number of the image
(see page 50).
M
ULTI FRAME
OFF: 1-frame picture 9 FRAMES: 9-frame picture 16 FRAMES: 16-frame picture
4 Hold the STILL button half-way down at
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the point where the desired image appears.
• A still picture of the image displays.
OFF
5 Press the STILL button fully to copy the
image to the card.
• The S indicator flashes red while the
image is copied.
CARD
+
+
A UDI O 1 2
AUDIO1 2
Note:
• The size of the image copied with this function is
fixed at 640K480 pixels.
Note:
• To cancel the still picture, release the STILL button.
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+
A UDI O 1 2
AUDIO1 2
Picture Effect Playback
Available modes:
TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR
These picture effects let you play back images with a more dramatic effect.
B/W: The picture is displayed in black-and-
white.
SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepia
colour similar to that of an old photograph.
SOLARI: The contrast of the subject is
enhanced, creating a unique artistic image.
NEGA: The blacks and whites of the image
are reversed and colours of the image are inverted.
BLUE: The picture plays back with a blue
filtering effect.
• The example screens shown are for TAPE­VCR mode.
1 During playback in TAPE-VCR (or
CARD-VCR) mode, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select V (or
S), then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired picture effect, then press the dial.
PIC. EFFECT
BW
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
To cancel Picture Effect Playback
Select “OFF” in step 4 above.
Notes:
• Images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot be transferred via DV or PC connecting cable to a personal computer.
You cannot use Picture Effect Playback with
Multiple Strobe Playback, Slide Show Playback or Still playback.
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3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
PIC.EFFECT, then press the dial.
PLAYBACK
SET
PIC.
EFFECT
M
ULTI
FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O RETURN
OFF
BW SEPIA SOLARI
NEGA
BLUE
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Advanced Features
MF
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Advanced Features Camera Recording
Camera Recording
Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
FOCUS switch
Manual Selection switch
Media Selection switch
To easily record good-quality images, perform camera shooting in Full Auto mode. If “AUTO” is not displayed on the screen, the camcorder is in Manual mode. Perform the procedure below to cancel all the manual settings and set the camcorder to Full Auto mode.
Advanced Features
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or
CARD-CAMERA mode.
When the Manual Selection switch is set to MANUAL, MANUAL screen appears.
MANUAL
W
HITE
BAL.
EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
• In this mode, you can adjust white balance, exposure, gain, shutter speed and scene menu manually. (See page 56 to 62.)
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF
When the FOCUS switch is set to MANUAL, “MF” appears.
Manual focus indicator
• Using this mode, you can focus on the subject in various situation. (See page 54.)
2 In Recording Standby
mode, if the Manual Selection switch is set to LOCK or MANUAL, set the switch to AUTO.
3 If the FOCUS switch is set
to MANUAL, set the switch to AUTO.
AUT O
Auto mode indicator
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min
Manual Focus
MF
30
min
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the camcorder to Manual Focus mode and focus manually.
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or
CARD-CAMERA mode.
2 In Recording Standby mode, set the
FOCUS switch to MANUAL.
• “MF” appears.
Subject is too dark.
Fast-moving subject. Background is too bright.
Subject has horizontal stripes.
Light reflects off the subject.
Subject has fine, repeated
patterns.
Fast-speed shutter being used
under fluorescent lighting.
Lack of contrast, e.g. snow
scene.
Subject is being shot through
a dirty or wet window.
Two subjects at different distances
overlap in the same scene.
Subjects at different distances
appear in the centre of the
scene at the same time.
Manual focus indicator
3 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame
the subject as you desire.
4 Rotate the Manual Focus ring to focus
on the subject.
• When the o indicator is displayed, the focus will be at infinity. You cannot focus any closer when the p indicator is displayed.
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Notes:
• The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is closer than approxi­mately 1.5 m. Set the zoom control to wide angle, and try refocusing again.
• If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder may not be able to focus correctly.
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AUT O
2 0
minmin30min
Camera Recording
To temporarily use Auto Focus
You can use this feature to shift away from a subject you have focused on manually to another subject, and it will automatically stay in focus to give you a smooth image.
Push and hold the FOCUS switch to PUSH AUTO.
• Auto Focus works while the switch is held to PUSH AUTO.
AUTO
Release the FOCUS switch to return to Manual Focus mode.
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To cancel Manual Focus mode
Set the FOCUS switch to AUTO.
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Adjusting White Balance
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
The colour of the subject on the screen looks different depending on lighting conditions. Select a White Balance setting that matches the lighting conditions.
AUTO: Colouring adjusted automatically for
the current lighting condition
LOCK: Fix the setting to the standard
balance (White Balance Lock)
INDOOR: For recording indoors with
halogen lamps or incandescent lighting
OUTDOOR: For recording outdoors on a
sunny day
RETURN: For maintaining the previous
setting
4 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected White Balance setting.
• The camera recording screen appears.
Locking the White Balance
1 Select LOCK in step 3 above.
2 Aim the lens at a white object.
White paper or white cloth
• Adjust the distance of the object so that the entire screen is white.
Selecting
1 In TAPE-CAMERA or
CARD-CAMERA mode, set the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
WHITE BAL.”, then press the dial.
MANUAL
W
HITE
BAL. AUTO EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
LOCK I NDOOR OUT DOOR RETURN
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select a
white balance setting, then press the dial.
W
HITE BAL.
• When selecting “LOCK”, perform the steps “Locking the White Balance”.
OUTDOOR
3 Press the CONTROL dial to set the
white balance lock.
• “LOCK” flashes during the locking procedure.
Note:
• If you move the camcorder while “LOCK” is
flashing, “LOCK” may not stop flashing. If this occurs, press the CONTROL dial to cancel the procedure, and then repeat step
3.
4 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK.
• The camera recording screen appears.
To cancel White Balance setting
After performing step 1 and 2 in “Selecting”, turn the CONTROL dial to select “AUTO”, then press the dial.
To return to Full Auto mode
Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page
53).
Note:
White Balance setting will cancel if a scene
setting is selected thereafter.
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Advanced Features
EX POSURE
04F.
EX POSURE
65F.
MANUAL
W
HITE
EXPOSURE
BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
BAL. AUTO
F5 6. AUTO AUTO OFF
Camera Recording
Manual Exposure
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
The camcorder is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically selects the optimal aperture. However, when there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background, you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use the manual exposure function to correct the exposure level.
Background is too bright and subject too dark (backlit subject).
• Increase the exposure level to allow more light through the lens.
Subject is too bright against background.
• Decrease the exposure level to allow less light through the lens.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA or
CARD-CAMERA mode, set the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL
Advanced Features
screen.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
EXPOSURE, then press the dial.
MANUAL
W
HITE
BAL. EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
AUTO
M
ANUAL
RETURN
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
MANUAL”, then press the dial to display the exposure setting screen.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired exposure level.
• The number shown is the selected F­number. You can select 15 steps from F1.8 (most light) to F19 (least light).
5 Press the CONTROL dial.
• The selected exposure level appears.
6 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected F-number.
• The camera recording screen appears.
To return to Auto Exposure mode
After performing step 1 and 2 above, turn the CONTROL dial to select “AUTO”, then press the dial.
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To return to Full Auto mode
Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page
53).
Note:
Manual Exposure mode will cancel if a scene
setting is selected thereafter.
Manual Gain
BR I GHT ER
d0B
BR I GHT ER
9dB+
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
When recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location with Auto Gain mode, the light sensitivity of the camcorder (gain) will be automatically adjusted and the recorded image may be brighter than the subject actually is. If you want to faithfully record a dark scene in this case, use the manual gain function. You can also adjust the gain to record a backlit subject brighter.
Example of use
Faithfully recording a dark scene.
• Select a smaller gain value (to decrease the light sensitivity).
Background is too bright and subject is too dark (backlit subject)
• Select a larger gain value (to increase the light sensitivity).
1 In TAPE-CAMERA or
CARD-CAMERA mode, set the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
BRIGHTER, then press the dial.
MANUAL
W
HITE
BAL. EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
AUTO
M
ANUAL
RETURN
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
MANUAL”, then press the dial to display the BRIGHTER adjustment screen.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired gain value.
• The number shown is the selected gain value.
• The adjustment range is 7 steps from 0dB (lowest sensitivity) to L18dB (highest sensitivity).
Note: If you select a large gain value, the image may appear grainy.
5 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected gain value.
• The camera recording screen appears.
To return to Auto Gain
After performing 1 and 2 above, turn the CONTROL dial to select “AUTO”, then press the dial.
Advanced Features
To return to Full Auto mode
Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page
53).
Notes:
• In order to check the manual setting state after performing step 5, reset the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL.
The camcorder will return to Auto Gain mode if a scene setting is selected and then cancelled thereafter.
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Advanced Features
SHUT. SPEED
050
MANUAL
W
HITE
EXPOSURE BRI GHTER
SHUT. SPE ED
SCENE MENU
BAL. AUTO
AUTO AUTO 500 OFF
Camera Recording
Setting the Shutter Speed
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
The shutter speed is preset to auto mode, which automatically selects the optimal shutter speed for the ambient light. However, depend­ing on the subject or situation, you may want to set the shutter speed manually to create a high-quality picture.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA or
CARD-CAMERA mode, set the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
SHUT.SPEED”, then press the dial.
MANUAL
W
HITE
BAL. EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
AUTO
M
ANUAL
RETURN
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
MANUAL”, then press the dial to display the shutter speed setting screen.
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SHUT. SPEED
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4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired shutter speed, then press the dial.
• In TAPE-CAMERA mode, you can select 17 speeds from 1/25 sec. (“25”) (slowest shutter speed) to 1/10,000 sec. (“10000”) (fastest shutter speed).
• In CARD-CAMERA mode, you can select 9 speeds from 1/25 sec. (“25”) to 1/500 sec. (“500”).
• The selected shutter speed appears.
5 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected shutter speed.
• The camera recording screen appears.
To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode
After performing step 1 and 2 above, turn the CONTROL dial to select “AUTO”, then press the dial.
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To return to Full Auto mode
Set the camcorder to Full Auto mode (see page
53).
Recommended Shutter Speeds
The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Select the most appropriate shutter speed for the ambient light.
Situation
• Recording sports action in bright daylight.
• Recording in bright daylight at a ski resort.
• Recording outdoor sports on a partially cloudy day.
• Recording an outside scene through a car window (when you want to minimize blur caused by the camera shaking).
• When you want to reduce the light by half. Use as a substitute for an ND2 filter.
• Recording in a poorly­illuminated location.
• When you want to create artistic trailing images of fast-moving subjects.
Recommended
shutter speed
1/10,000 sec.
l
1/1,000 sec.
1/1,000 sec.
l
1/250 sec.
1/120 sec.
1/25 sec.
Tips on Using the Manual Shutter Speed
• Fast shutter speeds can be used with the still recording functions (see pages 38, 39 and
73) to record higher quality still images of fast-moving subjects.
• If the on-screen picture flickers when recording under fluorescent lighting, you may be able to compensate by setting the shutter speed to 1/120 sec.
Notes:
• Recording with a shutter speed faster than 1/50 sec. tends to darken the picture. Record in bright locations when you use a fast shutter speed.
• Using a fast shutter speed under fluorescent lighting will cause flickering in the picture and possibly periodic colour shifts.
• When selecting 1/25 sec. shutter speed, you may get a shadow image behind a subject that is moving around a lot.
The manual shutter speed setting will cancel
if a scene setting is selected or gain-up function is used thereafter.
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Advanced Features
SCENE MENU
OFF
EXPOSURE
SPORT
SHUT. SPE ED
SUNL IGHT PARTY DUSK
SCENE MENU
OFF
EXPOSURE SPORT
SHUT. SPE ED
SUNL IGHT PARTY DUSK
SPORT
Camera Recording
Scene Menu (Program AE)
Available modes:
TAPE-CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA
You can set the camcorder to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation. Just select one of the scene settings shown below.
SHUT.SPEED: You can manually adjust the
shutter speed. The camcorder will automatically choose the optimal exposure level (F-number) according to the selected shutter speed.
EXPOSURE: You can manually adjust the
exposure level (F-number). The camcorder will automatically choose the optimal shutter speed according to the selected exposure level.
SPORT: You can record a fast-moving
subject with little blurriness. (The shutter speed is set to 1/500 sec.) This is effective for recording tennis swings, track and field events, and so on.
SUNLIGHT: You can record without
darkening the subject even if the back­ground is particularly bright. This is effective for recording at ski area or when swimming in the ocean.
PA RT Y: You can record a picture with the
brightness adjusted for a subject with a large contrast to minimize white flaring. This is effective for recording subjects
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illuminated by a spotlight.
DUSK: You can accurately record the red of
the setting sun and the surrounding twilight.
1 In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA
mode, set the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.
MANUAL
W
HITE
BAL.
EXPOSURE BRI GHTER SHUT. SPE ED SCENE MENU
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
SCENE MENU, then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired scene setting, then press the dial.
• The selected scene setting displays in yellow.
• If you select the SHUT.SPEED or EXPOSURE scene setting, follow the procedure on the next page.
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4 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected scene setting.
• The selected scene setting indicator appears.
Scene setting indicator
Adjusting the SHUT.SPEED
SCENE MENU
OFF
EXPOSURE
SPORT
SHUT. SPE ED
SUNL IGHT PARTY DUSK
SHUT. SP EEDEX POSURE
81F.
05
SCENE MENU
EXPOSURE
scene setting
1 After performing step 2 on the previous
page, turn the CONTROL dial to select SHUT.SPEED, then press the dial.
SCENE MENU
OFF
SHUT. SPE ED
EXPOSURE SPORT SUNL IGHT PARTY DUSK
Adjusting the EXPOSURE scene setting
1 After performing step 2 on the previous
page, turn the CONTROL dial to select EXPOSURE, then press the dial.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired shutter speed, then press the dial.
• In TAPE-CAMERA mode, you can select 17 speeds from 1/25 sec. (“25”) to 1/ 10,000 sec. (“10000”).
• In CARD-CAMERA mode, you can select 9 speeds from 1/25 sec. (“25”) to 1/500 sec. (“500”).
• The F-number is adjusted automatically.
SCENE MENU SHUT. SPEED EXPOSURE
81F.
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3 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected scene setting.
• “SHUT.SPEED” appears.
SHUT. S PE ED
Scene setting indicator
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired F-number, then press the dial.
• You can select 15 steps from F1.8 to F19.
• The shutter speed is adjusted automati­cally.
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3 Set the Manual Selection switch to
LOCK to lock the selected scene setting.
• “EXPOSURE” appears.
Scene setting indicator
To cancel the scene setting
Select “OFF” in step 3 on the previous page.
Note:
Scene settings cannot be used with Gain-up
function.
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TC 0 0 5:35:
OTHERS
DEFAULT
SOUND
T IME CODE TC OUT
RETURN
REMOT E
OFF
ON
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Playback
Using the Time Code
Available modes:
TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA
The time code shows the hour, minute and second of recording, and the frame number (1 frame = approx. 1/25 sec.). This is automati­cally recorded along with the subject when you are recording on the tape. You can display the time code on the screen as an accurate counter in both TAPE-VCR and TAPE-CAMERA modes.
Display format
0 00 10 20TC
Frame number*
Second
Minute
Hour
• The example screens shown are for TAPE-VCR mode.
* Displayed during still or
frame advance playback.
1 During playback or camera recording in
TAPE modes, press the MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select I,
then press the dial.
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The time code appears.
Time code
To turn off the time code
Select “DISP. OFF” in step 4 above.
Notes:
• When the tape reaches an unrecorded section, the time code returns to zero (TC0:00:00). Once recorded, the time code cannot be changed.
• You can also press the T/C (Time Code) button on the remote control to display the time code.
Displaying the time code on a TV during playback
1 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU
button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select I,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “TC
OUT, then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “TIME
CODE, then press the dial.
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OTHERS
DEFAULT REMOT E SOUND T IME CODE TC OUT RETURN
DISP.
DISP.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “DISP.
ON, then press the dial.
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DISP. ON
OFF
ON
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select ON,
then press the dial.
TC OUT
ON
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
Editing
0
VIDEO AUDIO
(L/MONO)
AUDIO
(R)
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from your tape, or transposing one sequence with another. This camcorder lets you monitor the source program on the built-in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor.
Connect the camcorder to a VCR with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown.
Yellow: To video input jack
White: To audio input (L) jack
S-video cable: To S-video input socket
Playback
Notes:
• If your VCR has a 21-pin Euro-SCART connector, use the RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ).
Video
• See page 3 for how to open the jack cover.
• If your VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the VCR.
• If your VCR has an S-video input socket, you can connect it to the S-VIDEO socket on the camcorder with a commercially available S-video cable.
Red: To audio input (R) jack
S-video cable
(commercially available)
Audio/video cable (supplied)
To AV jack
To S-VIDEO socket
The arrow shows the signal flow.
:
21-pin Euro-SCART on VCR
RCA/21-pin Euro-SCART conversion connector (QSOCZ0033TAZZ)
Audio R Audio L
Recording
POWER
Cutting Unwanted Sequences
1 Playback the tape to be edited on the
camcorder, and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut. Write down the time code reading at the beginning and end of that sequence (see page 63). Then rewind the tape to before the beginning of the portion that you wish to keep.
2 Load a video cassette into the recording
VCR.
3 Press y on the camcorder to begin
CHANNEL
PAUSE /STILL
PLAY
STOP/ EJECT
REC
TV/VCRSET UP
playback, then press the Record button on the VCR to begin recording.
4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VCR
to pause recording when the source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.
5 Press the Pause/Still (or Record) button
on the VCR to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut.
To stop editing
Press d on the camcorder and press the Stop button on the VCR.
Notes:
• Some of the transitions between edited sequences may be slightly off.
• There may be picture noise during video search or still playback. This does not imply a defect in the camcorder.
• The time code display will be recorded along with the edited sequences if the TC OUT item is set to “ON”. Set to “OFF” before editing (see page 63).
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Advanced Features Playback
Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394)
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
This camcorder enables you to perform digital video editing. Connect the camcorder to video equipment with a DV terminal using a commer­cially available DV cable. A DV cable is able to transfer all dubbing signals including video and audio.
To Record to Video Equipment
See “Cutting Unwanted Sequences” on page 64, using the video equipment as the recording source.
Note:
• Make sure that the video equipment to which you are recording can input dubbing signals via the DV terminal.
Video equipment
with DV terminal
(e.g. DV camcorder)
DV cable (commercially available)
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To DV terminal
To DV terminal
To Record from Video Equip­ment
1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,
and insert a Mini DV cassette.
2 Begin playback on the video equipment
connected to the camcorder.
• Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is properly received.
3 Press the REC START/STOP button on
the camcorder.
• The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.
4 Press y on the Operation button to
begin recording.
To stop recording
Press d on the Operation button.
Cutting Unwanted Sequences
1 Press y to pause recording when the
source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.
2 Press y to resume recording when
the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut.
Notes:
• Make sure that the video equipment from which you are recording can output dubbing signals via the DV terminal.
• If the video equipment is not set to playback mode or the DV cable is not properly connected, “NO SIGNAL” is displayed on the camcorder screen.
• If no picture or sound is input to the camcorder even if the DV cable is properly connected and you are playing back the source media from the video equipment, set the POWER switch on the camcorder to OFF and then back to VCR, or disconnect the DV cable and connect it again.
• If a digital video recording with a copyright protection signal is used as the playback source, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED.” appears on the camcorder monitor and the recording function is disabled (see page 94).
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Audio Dubbing Feature
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
You can add narration to recordings made with this camcorder, while preserving the original audio and video recordings.
Microphone for Audio Dubbing
You can use the built-in stereo microphone to record narration.
Audio Recording
In normal recording mode
12-bit audio recording
The audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1.
Audio 1: Stereo (left and right) sound Audio 2: No audio
16-bit audio recording
The audio is recorded in stereo with the left and right sound on two separate channels.
Audio 1: Left sound Audio 2: Right sound
Built-in stereo microphone
Notes:
• Audio dubbing does not function through the DV terminal.
• You cannot use the zoom microphone to record narration.
• You cannot use audio dubbing with recordings made in LP mode.
In Audio Dubbing mode
12-bit audio recording
The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2.
Audio 1: Original stereo (left and right) sound Audio 2:
16-bit audio recording
The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 over the original right sound. Both dubbed and original sounds are mono.
Audio 1: Original left sound Audio 2: Dubbed sound
Note:
• You can select 12 or 16-bit audio recording mode by performing the procedure on page 43.
Dubbed stereo (left and right) sound
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Audio Dubbing
1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassette
and locate the tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing.
2 Press y to pause playback.
3 Press the MENU button until the menu
screen appears.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select V,
then press the dial.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
AUDIO DUB, then press the dial.
• The audio dubbing screen appears.
PLAYBACK
AUDIO
START
STOP
SET
PIC.
EFFECT
M
ULTI
FRAME
AUDI O DUB
AUDI O RETURN
DUB
EXECUTE
AUDIO1 2
+
To pause audio dubbing
Press the CONTROL dial. To resume audio dubbing, press the CONTROL dial again.
To cancel audio dubbing
Press the MENU button. The audio dubbing screen disappears.
If you wish to change the dubbed audio or dub additional scenes
1 Press the MENU button to turn off the
audio dubbing screen.
2 Repeat steps 1 to 6 above.
Notes:
• It is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorder. Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio quality.
• Audio dubbing will automatically pause if the original audio changes from 12-bit mode to 16­bit mode or vice versa. Press the CONTROL dial to resume operation.
• Audio dubbing will automatically stop if a portion recorded in LP mode or an unrecorded portion of the tape is encountered.
• You can playback the dubbed audio and the original audio together or separately (see “Selecting the Audio Playback Mode” on next page).
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6 Press the CONTROL dial to begin audio
dubbing. Record your narration.
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Selecting the Audio
EFFECT
PLAYBACK
PIC. M
ULTI
FRAME AUDI O DUB AUDI O RETURN
SET
1
1 2
+
2
Playback Mode
Available mode:
TAPE-VCR
You can select any of the following audio playback modes.
Audio 1+2
• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels)
• 16-bit recording in stereo (left and right channels)
Audio 1
• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 channel only)
• 16-bit recording in mono (left channel only)
Audio 2
• 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 2 channel only)
• 16-bit recording in mono (right channel only)
1 Play back a Mini DV cassette with
dubbed audio.
2 Press the MENU button until the menu
screen appears.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select V,
then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
AUDIO, then press the dial.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired audio playback mode, then press the dial.
+
AUDIO
12
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The selected audio playback mode indicator appears.
Audio playback mode indicator
+
AUDIO1 2
Note:
• The audio playback mode indicator, “AUDIO”, displays in different colours depending on the recording mode (12- or 16-bit) used for the recording being played back. A white display indicates 12-bit recording mode, while a green indicates 16-bit.
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Advanced Features Playback
Configuring Software for PC Connection
This camcorder can transfer still playback images in TAPE-VCR mode or still images in TAPE-CAMERA and CARD modes to a personal computer by using the supplied Video Capture Software.
System Requirements
• IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intelb Pentiumb
133 MHz or faster processor
• Microsoft Windowsb 95B, Windowsb 95C, Windowsb 98, Windowsb 98 Second Edition, Windowsb 2000 Professional*, or Windowsb Me operating system
• 32 MB or more of RAM
• 9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space
• SVGA (800 K 600 pixels) colour display monitor with 16-bit colour or higher
• CD-ROM drive (for installation)
• RS-232C serial port
• Mouse or other pointing device
* In the Windowsb 2000 Professional environment,
only the system administrator has installation access rights.
Installing the Software
1 Turn on the PC and start up Windows.
2 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture
Software into the CD-ROM drive.
3 Double click on the My Computer” icon.
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4 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon.
5 Double click on the Setup.exe file.
6 Follow the instructions as they appear
on the PC monitor until the installation is complete.
7 Restart the PC.
Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer
1 Turn off the camcorder and PC.
2 Connect the camcorder as shown below.
• Before connecting the camcorder to the PC, make sure that the PC power is off to insure that images are transferred properly.
To RS-232C port (D-sub 9-pin port)
PC connecting cable (supplied)
To PC connection jack
3 Turn on the PC, then turn on the
camcorder in the desired camcorder mode.
Notes:
• It is recommended to use the AC adapter/battery charger as a power source for extended periods of use.
• Images with the following functions cannot be transferred to a personal computer. — TAPE-VCR/CARD-VCR mode: Picture Effect
Playback
— TAPE-CAMERA/CARD-CAMERA mode: Digital
Picture Effects
• Using a commercially available PC card adapter, it is possible to directly transfer still images on a card to a PC (see page 87).
• To edit still images transferred with the Video Capture Software, use a commercially available image editing software.
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Using the Software
For tips on how to use the Video Capture Software, refer to the operation manual located on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Follow the steps below to open the PDF file containing the manual.
Note:
• For the latest product information, be sure to read the “Readme” text file located in the “Readme” folder of the Video Capture Software CD-ROM. Select the “Readme” text file you prefer. The letters between “Readme” and “.txt” define the language; for example, “en” in “Readmeen.txt” stands for English, etc.
Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 or later is required for viewing the PDF manual of the Video Capture Software. If the Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your PC, perform steps below to install one.
1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture
Software into the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click on the My Computer icon.
3 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon.
4 Double click on the Acroread folder.
5 Double click on the desired language
version.
Language
Chinese, Simplified
Chinese, Traditional
Dutch
English
French
German
Italian
Korean
Portuguese
Spanish, Castilian
Swedish
File name
ar40chs.exe
ar405cht.exe
ar405dut.exe
ar405eng.exe
ar405fre.exe
ar405deu.exe
ar405ita.exe
ar405kor.exe
ar405por.exe
ar405esl.exe
ar405swe.exe
6 Follow the instructions as they appear
on the PC monitor until the installation is complete.
7 Restart the PC.
Opening the PDF Manual
1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture
Software into the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click on the My Computer icon.
3 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon.
4 Double click on the Manual folder.
5 Double click on the PDF file of the
desired language version.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader launches and the selected PDF manual opens.
Note:
• If the PDF file does not open, Adobe Acrobat Reader may not be properly installed. Refer to steps in “Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader” to check the installation procedure.
Printing the PDF Manual
Print out the PDF manual so that you can consult it whenever necessary.
1 Open the PDF manual.
2 Select Print in the File menu.
Note:
• The menu expressions such as “Print” and “File” may vary according to the language version of Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on the PC.
3 Select your print settings, then click
OK”.
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CAMERA
REC MODE
IMAGE S IZE
FLASH
RETURN
SET
NORMAL
ECONOMY FINE
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Digital Still Camera Features Camera Recording
Camera Recording
Selecting the Picture Quality and Image Size
Available mode:
CARD-CAMERA
The picture quality of still images recorded on the card depends on the picture quality and image size setting. Select the appropriate setting to match your recording objectives.
Approximate number of recordable images with the supplied card
Picture quality
setting
NORMAL
ECONOMY
FINE
Note:
• The number of recordable images differs depending on the combination of picture quality and image size settings used and the images shot.
Selecting the Picture Quality
The camcorder compresses each image with the picture quality setting to save memory on a card.
NORMAL: Records images with standard
picture quality.
ECONOMY: Allows you to take more shots
than in NORMAL mode but with a lower quality.
FINE: Records images with higher quality
than in NORMAL mode but with a lower number of recordable images.
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Approx. number of
images
1152G864 640G480
21
40
10
89
161
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1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “REC
MODE, then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select the
desired setting, then press the dial.
REC MODE
ECONOMY
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The selected picture quality indicator appears.
Note:
• The picture quality indicator is also displayed in CARD-VCR mode. The picture quality indicator displayed during playback is based on the amount of data for that recorded image. Since the amount of data differs depending on factors such as image detail, sometimes the picture quality indicator displayed during playback may not match the picture quality setting used during recording.
Picture quality indicator
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Selecting the image size
Still images recorded on a card are made up of pixels. You can select the number of pixels in still images. Larger numbers of pixels provide greater image detail, but also use more card memory.
1152G864 (1152): Images are recorded in
1152K864 pixels.
640G480 (640): Images are recorded in
640K480 pixels.
1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
IMAGE SIZE, then press the dial.
CAMERA
SET
REC MODE
IMAGE S IZE SELF T IMER FLASH RETURN
1152 864
640 4
80
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
1152G864 or 640G480, then press the dial.
IMAGE S IZE
1152 864
5 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
• The selected image size indicator appears.
E CONOMY
1152
Image size indicator
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Camera Recording
Card Recording
Available mode:
CARD-CAMERA
You can take a still picture in the same way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the card.
Power Zoom control
STILL button
Media Selection switch
POWER switch
1 Insert a card into the camcorder (see
page 13).
2 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the
viewfinder completely or open the LCD monitor.
3 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
4 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to CAMERA.
• The picture from the lens now displays.
Number of shots taken/remaining
Features
Lock button
Digital Still Camera
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CARD
/931
E CON OMY
1152
5 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame
the subject as you desire.
• The zoom range is 1–22K in this mode.
6 Press the STILL button half-way down to
focus on the subject.
• The camcorder automatically focuses on the subject. When it is set, you will hear a sound and see T mark, then the camcorder locks the focus.
7 Press the STILL button fully to begin
recording.
• The S indicator flashes red while data is being recorded on the card, and returns to white when recording completes.
• To record another image, release the STILL button and make sure the picture is not frozen in the monitor, then perform steps 6 and 7.
Notes:
• Recording under insufficient lighting may result in blurred images. It is recommended that you use a tripod to record insufficiently illuminated
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subjects.
• Recording under the light of a fluorescent, mercury, or sodium lamp may cause flickering in the image and, depending on the timing of the shot, may result in changes to colour hue in the image.
• Set the SOUND menu item to “OFF” to turn off the focus locking sound.
Caution:
• Do not turn the power off while the S indicator is flashing in step 7.
Recording with the Self-
AUT O
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Timer
Available mode:
CARD-CAMERA
The self-timer function allows you to record images after a time-lag of 10 seconds. This is convenient when you want to record an image of you and your friends together.
1 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “SELF
TIMER, then press the dial.
CAMERA
SET
REC MODE
IMAGE S IZE
SELF T IMER
FLASH RETURN
EXECUTE
4 Press the STILL button fully to set the
timer.
• The self-timer operating indicator flashes while the timer counts down.
Self-timer operating indicator
• The shutter automatically releases after 10 seconds, and a still image of the subject is recorded.
Notes:
• When recording with the self-timer, stabilize the camcorder in the horizontal plane by attaching it to a tripod, etc.
• To cancel the self-timer, press the STILL button fully again in step 4 above.
• Self-timer mode cancels after recording one image. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to record another image with the self-timer.
Caution:
• Do not turn the power off or remove the card once the self-timer operating indicator begins flashing.
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CAMERA
REC MODE
IMAGE S IZE
FLASH
RETURN
SET
AUT O
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Camera Recording
Using the Flash Light (Optional Accessory)
Available mode:
CARD-CAMERA
Using the flash function of the optional IR & Flash Light VR-3VIF enables you to record good-quality still images even in dark locations.
Mounting
1 Align the IR & Flash Light with the
accessory shoe on the camcorder, and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.
Accessory shoe
2 Turn the screw in the direction of the
arrow to secure the IR & Flash Light.
Screw
Selecting Flash Mode
AUTO: Flash automatically fires in dark
locations (when “LIGHT” is displayed on the screen) each time you press the STILL button.
ON: Flash fires every time you press the
STILL button.
1 Mount the IR & Flash Light to the
camcorder and then set the POWER switch on the IR & Flash Light to FLASH.
2 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select Y,
then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
FLASH, then press the dial.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
AUTO or ON, then press the dial.
FLASH
ON
Removing
Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, then pull off the IR & Flash Light.
Caution:
Do not pick up the camcorder by the IR & Flash
Features
Light, as this may damage the equipment.
Digital Still Camera
Notes:
• Using the optional IR & Flash Light VR-3VIF will shorten the continuous camera recording time with the battery pack.
• For details, see the operation manual of the optional IR & Flash Light.
• The IR light cannot be used, even if the VR-3VIF is mounted on the camcorder.
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6 Press MENU button until the menu
screen turns off.
• The q indicator appears.
Flash indicator
Caution:
You should never use the flash with the
camcorder close to another person.
Notes:
• The q indicator flashes while the flash is being charged.
• If you press the STILL button while the q indicator is flashing, flash does not fire but a still image of the subject is recorded.
Formatting a Card
ALL BE ERASE D.
DATA WI LL
OTHERS
DEFAULT
FORMAT
SOUND LANGUAGE RETURN
EXECUTE
FORMAT
NO
YES
Available mode:
CARD-CAMERA
Before using a commercially available card with this camcorder, you must first have it formatted. Also, if any of the following warning indicators displays, you will need to format your card.
• “FORMAT MEMORY CARD”
• “MEMORY CARD ERROR”
• “MEMORY CARD READ ERROR”
• “CANNOT STORE DATA”
Cautions:
Formatting a card erases all stored images, including delete-protected images. Be sure to
backup important data on your computer or other media before formatting the card (see pages 69, 70 and 87).
• Do not remove the power source during formatting, as this may cause damage to the camcorder or card. It is recommended that you use the AC outlet for the power supply.
1 Insert a card to be formatted into the
camcorder.
2 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the
MENU button until the menu screen appears.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select I,
then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
FORMAT”, then press the dial.
• To cancel formatting, turn the CONTROL dial to select “NO”, then press the dial.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “YES,
then press the dial to begin formatting.
• The menu screen displays when formatting finishes.
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen.
Notes:
• The supplied card is preformatted for immediate use.
• Use this camcorder to format a card. The camcorder may not recognize the images on a card formatted by a computer or other equip­ment.
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Playback
Card Playback
Available mode:
CARD-VCR
You can play back and view still images recorded on a card on the LCD monitor.
Media Selection switch
MULTI button
Advance/reverse buttons
1 Set the Media Selection
switch to CARD.
2 Hold down the Lock button and set the
POWER switch to VCR.
• The images recorded on the card display in a thumbnail format.
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3 Press q or w to move the selection
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• Each time you press q or w, the
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• Holding down q or w increases the speed
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4 Press the MULTI button.
• The selected image is displayed in full­screen.
Image file name
Picture quality indicator
Available Operations during Full-screen Display
• You can display the full-screen picture of the
previous or next image by pressing q or w.
• When holding down q or w, you can search
through the images on the card. The search can be very fast, so it is recommended to turn on the indicators to display the image filename.
• To return to a thumbnail of the images, press the MULTI button again.
Notes:
• Depending on the amount of data for the recorded image, the picture quality indicator displayed during playback may not match the picture quality setting used during recording.
• The images bigger than 1280K960 pixels, e.g. images recorded on other equipment, display as thumbnails, not full screen.
• Do not play back any card storing a defective image (with noise and distortion) created on other equipment. If you mistakingly play back data on such a card, set the POWER switch to OFF, remove, and never use it with this camcorder.
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Available mode:
CARD-VCR
You can prevent your important images recorded on the card from accidental erasure.
1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU
button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select S,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
PROTECT, then press the dial.
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5 Press the CONTROL dial to set delete
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• The R indicator appears.
Delete protection indicator
• If you want to protect another image, repeat steps 4 and 5.
6 Press the MENU button to return to
PLAYBACK screen.
To cancel the protection setting
1 Select the image for delete protection
cancellation in step 4 above.
2 Press the dial to cancel the protection.
• The R indicator disappears.
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Deleting Stored Images
Available mode:
CARD-VCR
Deleting One Stored Image
You can delete unwanted images to free up card memory for new one.
Note:
• Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below.
1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU
button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select S,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
DELETE, then press the dial.
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image.
• To cancel deletion, turn the CONTROL dial to select “NO”, then press the dial.
7 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “YES,
then press the dial to delete the image.
• If you want to delete another image, repeat steps 5 to 7.
8 Press the MENU button to return to
PLAYBACK screen.
Note:
• The protected images cannot be deleted.
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• Do not turn the power off while deleting an image.
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You can delete all stored images on a card in one operation.
Notes:
• Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below.
• If you want to keep some images on the card, first delete-protect them (see page 78), and then perform the procedure below.
1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU
button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select S,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
DELETE, then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “ALL
IMAGES, then press the dial.
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5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select “YES,
then press the dial to delete all the images.
• To cancel deletion, turn the CONTROL dial to select “NO”, then press the dial.
Notes:
• The protected images cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 78).
• If a print order is assigned to delete-protected images and you perform the procedure above, the print order will cancel (the protection setting will not cancel).
• It may take several seconds to delete all images from the card.
Caution:
• Do not turn the power off while deleting images.
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Slide Show Playback
Available mode:
CARD-VCR
You can automatically play back consecutive still images recorded on a card at intervals of 5 seconds. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a card.
1 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode.
2 Press q or w to select the image from
which you want to begin slide show playback.
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3 Press the MENU button until the menu
screen appears.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select S,
then press the dial.
5 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
SLIDE SHOW, then press the dial.
• Beginning from the image selected in step 2, the recorded images will display in full-screen one after another in order of recording.
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• After playing back all the images on the card once, Slide Show Playback automatically stops.
6 Press the MENU button to turn off the
menu screen, then press the MULTI button to return to PLAYBACK screen.
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To stop Slide Show Playback
During slide show playback, press the MENU button twice, then press the MULTI button to return to PLAYBACK screen.
Note:
• Slide Show Playback cannot be used with picture effect playback.
Slide Show Effects
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Available mode:
CARD-VCR
Use slide show effects to create an interesting transition between still images during slide show playback.
OVERLAP: A still image fades out as the
next still image fades in, replacing the previous image. The two scenes momen­tarily dissolve.
WIPE: A still image is replaced with the next
still image first appearing in the middle of the screen and gradually expanding to fill the screen.
Using
1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU
button until the menu screen appears.
2 Turn the CONTROL dial to select S,
then press the dial.
3 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
SLIDE EFF.”, then press the dial.
4 Turn the CONTROL dial to select
OVERLAP or “WIPE, then press the dial.
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5 Perform steps of Slide Show Playback
on the previous page.
• The still image is replaced with the next still image with the selected slide show effect.
To cancel the slide show effect
Select “OFF” in step 4 above.
Note:
Slide show effects cannot be used with
playback zoom or picture effect playback.
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Copying an Image from Card to Tape
Available mode:
CARD-VCR
Use the procedure below to select still images recorded on a card and insert them in a tape.
1 Insert the recorded card and a Mini DV
cassette into the camcorder.
2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,
then locate where you want to insert an image on the tape.
3 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode.
4 Press q or w to select the desired
image, then press the MULTI button.
• The selected image is displayed in full­screen.
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• The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.
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6 Press y to begin copying the image
to the tape.
7 Press the y again to stop copying.
8 Press the REC START/STOP button to
cancel Recording Standby mode.
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