Sharp VL-ME100E Operating Instruction

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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

VL-ME100E

ENGLISH

OPERATION MANUAL

• Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual carefully, especially pages ix to xi.

• The table of contents is located on pages xii to xiv.

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.

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OR MOISTURE.

This equipment should be used with the recommended AC adapter 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 200,000 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.

WARNING

To prevent the MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card from being swallowed by children, keep these items out of their reach. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.

Power supply:

This unit can be operated by connecting it to either the AC adapter or battery pack. The AC adapter incorporates the AUTO VOLTAGE (AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz) function.

Trademarks

• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Adobe Acrobat Reader is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• 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.

Information for Australia/New Zealand Only

WARNING:

This Camcorder must be supplied with D.C. 7.4 volts only from a BT-LS222, BTL221, BT-L441, or BT-LS442A battery or the AC adapter (UADP-0321TAZZ). CAUTION: As there are no user-serviceable parts inside the Camcorder or AC adapter, do NOT remove their cabinets as touching parts inside could result in electric shock. Please refer servicing to a qualified dealer or a Camcorder service centre approved by Sharp.

NOTE

This Camcorder is a high technology product. The LCD Panel comprises 200,640 TFT Transistors. Due to the high density of transistors, it is possible that some pixels may fail.

Important:

Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law. Sharp is not in a position to authorize the recording of copyright works and nothing in this operation manual should be read or implied as giving that authority.

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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.

2 Align the d mark on the battery pack

with the f 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. The indicator goes off when the battery is fully charged.

CHARGE indicator

Attaching the Battery Pack

Inserting a Mini DV Cassette

Supply power to the camcorder.

2 Hold the camcorder as shown, slide the

cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door completely.

3 Insert the cassette fully with the window

facing upwards and the erasure protect tab facing outwards.

REC

SAVE

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

2 Pull out the viewfinder completely, and

then lift it up.

3 Align the mark on the side of the

battery pack with the a mark on the camcorder (1). Press the battery pack and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).

4 Press the mark gently until the

cassette holder clicks into place.

mark

5 Close the compartment door by pressing

the centre until it clicks into place.

Inserting a Card

Using the Viewfinder

This camcorder accepts an SD Memory Card (commercially available) or a MultiMediaCard (supplied) for storage of still images.

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

2 Hold the camcorder as shown, and slide

the card slot cover release in the direction of the arrow to open the cover.

3 Insert a card into the slot with the label

facing upwards and the chipped corner facing the lens, and then push it in as far as it will go.

1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.

2 Raise the viewfinder to better aim the

camcorder depending on your position.

Using the LCD Monitor

1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in

the direction of the arrow (1), and open the LCD monitor (2).

4 Close the card slot cover.

Label

Chipped corner

2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that

allows easy viewing of the on-screen picture.

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Quick Operation Guide

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PLAY/

STOP

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Camera Recording on Tape

Media Selection switch

Power Zoom buttons

POWER switch

REC START/STOP button

1 Make sure that a Mini DV cassette is

inserted.

2 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the

viewfinder completely or open the LCD monitor.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

4 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button again.

To turn the power off

Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

Tape Playback

Make sure that the recorded Mini DV

cassette is inserted.

2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

4 Hold down the Lock

button and set the

Lock button

POWER switch to VCR.

5 Touch [REW] or [FF] to rewind or fast

forward the tape to the desired point.

Lock button

5 Press the Power Zoom T (Telephoto) or

W (Wide angle) button to zoom in on or out from the subject.

6 Touch [PLAY/STILL] to begin playback.

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6 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

REC

REW

PLAY/ ST IL L

STOP

To stop playback

Touch [b] (Stop).

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Card Recording

Media Selection switch

Power Zoom buttons

STILL button

POWER switch

To turn the power off

Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

Card Playback

Make sure that the recorded card is

inserted.

2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

1 Make sure that a card is inserted.

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.

Lock button

5 Press the Power Zoom buttons to frame

the subject as you desire.

6 Press the STILL button to record a still

image of the subject.

CARD 1/23

NORMAL

RE CORD I NG TO

MEMORY CARD

AUTO

4 Hold down the Lock

button and set the

Lock button

POWER switch to VCR.

5 If the image you want to play back does

not appear, touch [H] or [J] to scroll through the thumbnail images.

PLAYBACK

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TECT

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6 Touch the desired image to select, and

then touch the image again to set.

• To set the image enclosed by the selection frame, you only need to touch the image once.

• The selected image is displayed in fullscreen.

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Quick Operation Guide

Dual Recording

The Dual Recording function makes it possible to record motion images on a tape and still images on a card.

Media Selection switch

Power Zoom buttons

STILL button

POWER switch

REC START/STOP button

1 Make sure that a Mini DV cassette and a

card are inserted.

2 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the

viewfinder completely or open the LCD monitor.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to DUAL.

6 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording motion images of the subject on a tape.

• Press the REC START/STOP button again to pause recording.

REC

2/98

NORMAL

AUTO

Press the STILL button to record a still image of the subject on a card.

CARD

CARD 2/98

NORMAL RE CORD I NG TO MEMORY CARD

AUTO

To turn the power off

Set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

4 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

5 Press the Power Zoom buttons to frame

the subject as you desire.

Lock button

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 analogue 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 mark.

Mini DV cassette DV cassette

8 mm, VHS, and Beta cassettes cannot be used for playback or recording with this camcorder.

VHS cassette Beta cassette8 mm cassette

SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards

SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards 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.

• It is possible to use SD Memory Cards (commercially available) and MultiMediaCards (one card supplied) as recording media for still images with this camcorder. (SmartMedia™ cards and Memory Stick™ media cannot be used.) In this operation manual, “card” refers to these SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards.

SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard

SmartMedia™ card Memory Stick™ media

Note:

• This camcorder reproduces the highest picture quality when used with an ME tape. It is recommended that you use an ME tape for high-quality 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 Cards are superior to MultiMediaCards in terms of copyright protection functions and high speed transfer.

• SD Memory Cards are compatible with

MultiMediaCards, and data stored on MultiMediaCards can be used with SD Memory Cards.

Supplied Accessories

Intelligent

battery pack

BT-LS222

AC adapter/

battery charger Power cord

DC cable

CR2025 type

lithium battery

Detachable LCD

cable

Shoulder strap

Infrared

remote control

Zoom microphone

8 MB

MultiMediaCard

AA battery for

remote control × 2

Windscreen

PixLab Video

Capture Software

(Lite version)

Audio/video/S-video

cable

Lens hood

PC connecting cable

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Optional Accessories

Standard-life

battery pack

BT-L221

IR & Flash Light

VR-3VIF

Mini DV cassette

VR-DVM60N

Note:

• Some of these accessories may not be available in selected areas.

Extended-life

battery pack

BT-L441

Soft case VR-33SC

Standard-life intelligent

battery pack

BT-LS222

PixLab USB Digital Moving Picture Kit

VR-PKU10E

Extended-life intelligent

battery pack

BT-LS442A

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Precautions

Precautions on Handling the Camcorder

• When the camcorder is not in use, make

sure to turn off the power, remove the cassette and card, 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.

• 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 =40°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 wellventilated location.

• Some small, portable

tripods 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.).

• Avoid placing the camcorder in close

proximity to lighting equipment.

The heat from incandescent lights may deform the camcorder, or cause it to malfunction.

References

Operation

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 formation occurs, 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.

—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 due to dew

formation.

When using the camcorder in a place where dew formation is likely to occur, allow the camcorder and the video tape to acclimate 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 acclimate 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.

Precautions

Dirty Video Heads

Using the camcorder when the video tape is dirty may cause the heads to clog, producing noise on the recorded image or preventing the image from being recorded at all.

If the video heads become clogged, the

indicator appears on the screen. Contact the nearest SHARP service centre or your dealer for further advice.

Using a Cleaning Tape (Commercially Available)

Video head cleaning can be done by using a commercially available cleaning tape.

Notes:

• Excessive use of the cleaning tape, however,

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.

Media Selection switch

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

4 Hold down the Lock

Lock button

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

• The video head cleaning screen appears.

5 Touch [START] to begin video head

cleaning.

• “NOW CLEANING” flashes during cleaning.

CLEANI NG

START

STOP

CLEANI NG

START

After about 20 seconds, video head cleaning automatically finishes, and “EJECT THE CASSETTE.” is displayed.

min

POWER switch

1 Insert a cleaning tape into the

camcorder.

• Follow the procedure on page 14 to insert and remove the cleaning tape.

2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle (see page 21).

6 Remove the cleaning tape.

To cancel cleaning, touch [STOP].

Contents

References

Operation

Operation References

Preparation

Basic Operations

Part Names ............................................................. 1

Quick Reference Index ........................................... 4

On-screen Display Index ........................................ 5

Warning Indicators .................................................. 9

Charging the Battery Pack ................................... 11

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack .......... 12

Powering the Camcorder from an AC Outlet ....... 13

Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette ....... 14

Inserting and Removing a Card ............................ 15

Installing the Lithium Memory Battery .................. 16

Setting the Area, Date and Time .......................... 17

Using the Lens Cap .............................................. 18

Adjusting the Hand Strap ..................................... 19

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................... 19

Using the Lens Hood ............................................ 19

Using the Viewfinder ............................................. 20

Using the LCD Monitor.......................................... 21

Camera Recording

Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto

Mode ................................................................... 22

Zooming ................................................................ 23

Tips on Recording Positions ................................. 23

Remaining Tape Time Display .............................. 24

Remaining Battery Power Display ........................ 24

Playback

Tape Playback ....................................................... 25

Volume Control ...................................................... 26

Video Search......................................................... 26

Still......................................................................... 26

Watching the Playback on a TV ............................ 27

Preparation

Operations

Basic

Summary of

Operations

Features

Useful

Advanced

Features

Digital Still Camera

Features

Summary of Operations

Selecting the Camcorder Mode ............................ 28

Using the Controls ................................................ 29

Using the Mode Screens ...................................... 30

Using the Menu Screen ........................................ 31

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Appendix

Contents

• Be sure to read “Summary of Operations” on pages 28 to 31 before performing the

operations described in the following chapters.

Useful Features

Camera Recording

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ..... 32

Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode......... 33

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ........................... 34

Setting the Digital Zoom........................................ 35

Gamma Brightness Compensation ....................... 36

Night Recording (Super Cat’s Eye) ....................... 37

Quick Return ......................................................... 38

Edit Search............................................................ 39

Dual Recording ..................................................... 40

Still Recording on Tape ......................................... 41

Multiple Strobe Recording .................................... 42

Digital Picture Effects ............................................ 43

Fade In and Fade Out ........................................... 44

Wide Screen (16:9) .............................................. 45

Macro Shots .......................................................... 45

Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot ..................... 46

Auto Focus ............................................................ 46

Playback

Using the Infrared Remote Control ....................... 47

Tape Playback Functions with the Infrared

Remote Control ................................................... 49

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ......... 50

Using Earphones (Commercially Available) ......... 50

Using the Time Code ............................................ 51

Picture Effect Playback ......................................... 52

Playback Zoom ..................................................... 53

Gamma Playback.................................................. 54

Multiple Strobe Playback ...................................... 55

Advanced Features

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Camera Recording

Using the LCD Monitor-Remote Control ................ 56

Adjusting the White Balance ................................. 59

Manual Exposure .................................................. 61

Manual Gain .......................................................... 62

Setting the Shutter Speed ..................................... 63

Scene Menu (Programme AE) .............................. 65

Manual Focus........................................................ 67

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode............. 68

Using the Zoom Microphone ................................ 69

Windbreak ............................................................. 70

Dialogue Recording .............................................. 70

References

Operation

Advanced Features

Digital Still Camera Features

Playback

Dubbing Images from a Tape to a Card ............... 71

Tape Playback Using the Indices ......................... 73

Editing ................................................................... 77

Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) .............. 78

Audio Dubbing Feature......................................... 79

Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ..................... 81

Transferring Still Images to Your Computer ......... 82

Transferring Motion Images to Your Computer ..... 84

Camera Recording

Selecting the Picture Quality and Image Size....... 85

Card Recording .................................................... 87

Recording with the Guide Frame .......................... 88

Recording with the Self-timer ................................ 89

Using the Flash Light (Optional Accessory) ......... 90

Formatting a Card ................................................. 91

Playback

Card Playback ...................................................... 92

Slide Show Playback............................................. 93

Dubbing Images from a Card to a Tape ............... 95

Delete-protection .................................................. 96

Deleting Stored Images ........................................ 97

Print Order............................................................. 99

Directly Transferring the Data on a Card

to a Computer ................................................... 101

Preparation

Operations

Basic

Summary of

Operations

Features

Useful

Advanced

Features

Appendix

Picture/Backlight Adjustments ............................ 102

World Clock......................................................... 103

Selecting Summer Time ...................................... 105

Setting the Confirmation Sound .......................... 105

Useful Information ............................................... 106

Demonstration Mode........................................... 112

Before Requesting Service ................................. 113

Specifications...................................................... 115

Digital Still Camera

Features

Appendix

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Operation References

Part Names

Operation

References

For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brackets.

Front view

Power Zoom W (Wide angle) / T (Telephoto) control buttons [p. 23] / VOLume control buttons [p. 26]

Accessory shoe [pp. 69, 90]

Manual Focus ring [p. 68]

FOCUS switch

[pp. 67, 68]

CONTROL dial [p. 29]

Zoom lens

EarPHONES jack [p. 50]

Infrared light

transmitter [p. 37]

Infrared remote sensor [p. 48]

Stereo microphone [p. 79]

Bottom view

Tripod socket

Left view

Manual Selection switch [pp. 59 – 66]

References

Operation

DISPLAY ON/OFF button

[p. 29]

LCD monitor [p. 21]

LCD monitor OPEN

release [p. 21]

POWER ON/OFF switch [p. 57]

Viewfinder [p. 20]

Dioptre adjustment dial [p. 20]

Power source UNLOCK release [pp. 12, 13]

Power source connection panel [pp. 12, 13]

Shoulder strap loop [p. 19]

LCD monitor UNLOCK

release [p. 56]

Operation References

Operation

Right view

References

(DUAL/TAPE/CARD selection switch) [p. 28]

STILL button [pp. 40 – 42, 55, 71, 87]

POWER switch

(CAMERA/VCR

selection switch)

RECord START/STOP

button [pp. 22, 40, 78]

PC COMMUNICATION

IR (Infrared) LIGHT button [p. 37]

White Balance (W/B) button [p. 60]

Media Selection switch

[pp. 28, 29]

jack [p. 82]

Shoulder strap loop [p. 19]

SUPER CAT’S EYE switch [p. 37]

Terminal cover [p. 27]

DV terminal [p. 78]

Audio/Video=S-video (AV=S) terminal [pp. 27, 77, 84]

Speaker [p. 25]

Hand strap [p. 19]

When the cassette compartment door is open

Lithium battery holder [p. 16]

Cassette compartment

door [p. 14]

mark [p. 14]

Card slot cover [p. 15]

Card slot [p. 15]

Card slot cover release [p. 15]

Cassette holder [p. 14]

Cassette compartment door release [p. 14]

Quick Reference Index

This index lists some example uses of the camcorder’s features.

• To record the subject with higher-quality audio. —See page 33 (Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode)

• To record powerful close-up images. —See page 35 (Setting the Digital Zoom)

• To record a backlit subject. —See page 36 (Gamma Brightness Compensation), page 61 (Manual

Exposure) or page 62 (Manual Gain)

• To record a nocturnal animal at night. —See page 37 (Night Recording)

• To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback. —See page 38 (Quick Return)

• To record yourself in the scene while monitoring the shot. —See page 46 (Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot)

• To enlarge any part of the picture during playback. —See page 53 (Playback Zoom)

• To brighten the dark portion of the playback images without changing the bright

portion.

—See page 54 (Gamma Playback)

References

Operation

• To perform shooting operations while checking the images at hand when the

camcorder is attached to a tripod.

—See page 56 (Using the LCD Monitor-Remote Control)

• To record with natural colour. —See page 59 (Adjusting the White Balance)

• To minimize blurring when recording sports events, etc. —See page 65 (Scene Menu)

• To focus on an off-centred subject. —See page 67 (Manual Focus)

• To record the zoomed-in picture of a distant subject along with the audio for that

subject.

—See page 69 (Using the Zoom Microphone)

• To record still images on a card so that the images may be easily read into a

computer.

—See page 87 (Card Recording)

Operation References

On-screen Display Index

Operation

References

For details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.

TAPE-CAMERA/DUAL-CAMERA mode

MANU AL S ET

p. 22

p. 40

pp. 22, 68

AUTO

p. 30

1/2

DISP

p. 34

p. 44

p. 36

p. 38

AUTO

min

p. 30

p. 39

p. 31

AUTO

min

DISP

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

QU I CK RTRN

1/2 2/2

2/2

SRCH

p. 24

*Available in DUAL-CAMERA mode.

2/98

NORMAL

p. 40

2/98

NORMAL

min

2/98

NORMAL

p. 24

min

* *

PI C.EFFECT DIS RETURN

CAMERA SET

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

FRAME DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED 16: 9 RETURN

REC MODE

AUDI O SE T

AUDIO MODE ZOOM MI C WIN D DIALOG REC RETURN

OTHERS

SOUND MED I A D I SP TIME CODE TC OUT DEMO MODE RETURN

LCD/VF SET

BACKL IGHT LCD BR IGH T LCD COLOUR VF BRIGHT RETURN

CLOCK SET

DISPLAY AREA SUMR T IME SETT ING 12H /24H RETURN

RETURN

RE -SET TURN

p. 43 p. 34

p. 41 p. 42

p. 35 p. 32 p. 45

p. 85

p. 33 p. 69 p. 70 p. 70

p. 105 p. 40 p. 51 p. 51 p. 112

p. 102 p. 102 p. 102

p. 102

p. 50 pp. 17, 103 p. 105 p. 17 p. 18

1/3

REW

PLAY/ ST IL L

STOP

p. 30

2/3

PB ZOOM

GAMMA PB

AUDI O DUB

DISP

p. 25

pp. 25, 26, 78

p. 25 pp. 25, 78

1/3

DISP

p. 53

p. 54

p. 80

2/3

p. 30

min

p. 24

min

TAPE-VCR mode

PLAYBACK SET

PI C.EFFECT CAPTURE PB ZOOM

MULT I

F RAME

RETURN

OTHERS

REMOTE SOUND TIME CODE TC OUT INDE X SRCH RETURN

LCD/VF SET

BACKL IGHT LCD BR IGH T LCD CO LOUR VF BRIGHT RETURN

CLOCK SET

DI SPLAY

RETURN

RE -SET TURN

p. 52 p. 72 p. 53 p. 55

p. 47 p. 105 p. 51 p. 51 p. 76

p. 102 p. 102 p. 102 p. 102

p. 50

References

Operation

3/3

AUDIO

I NDEX

MEN U

DISP

p. 81

pp. 73 – 75

p. 31

p. 81

AUDIO1+2

RETURN

min

Note:

• See pages 28 to 31 for the procedure to display the desired screen.

RE -SET TURN

Operation References

Operation

References

p. 68

p. 30

1/1 DISP

GAMMA

EFF .

SEL F TIMER

p. 31

DISP

p. 87

p. 85

AUTO

p. 36

p. 89

AUTO

p. 30

NORMAL

p. 24

min

CARD-CAMERA mode

CARD

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IMAGE SI ZE GU IDE FRM FLASH RET URN

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CLOCK S ET

DI SPLAY AREA SUMR T IME SETT ING 12H /24H RETURN

RETURN

RE -SET TURN

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p. 91 p. 105 p. 87

p. 102 p. 102 p. 102 p. 102

p. 50 pp. 17, 103 p. 105 p. 17 p. 18

MANUAL screen

(in one of the CAMERA modes)

MANUAL

p. 59

p. 61 p. 62 p. 63 p. 65

WHI T E BA L .

EXPOSURE

BRIGHTER

SHUT .SPE ED

SCENE MENU

AUTO

OFF

min

CARD-VCR mode

References

Operation

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CLOCK S ET

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RETURN

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Note:

• See pages 28 to 31 for the procedure to display the desired screen.

Operation References

Warning Indicators

Operation

References

If a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.

Displayed for the first

3 seconds

INSERT

A CASSETTE.

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

CASSETTE NOT

RECORDABLE.

THE

TAPE

ENDS SOON.

CHANGE THE

CASSETTE.

BATTERY I S

TOO LOW.

DEW

LAMP

Displayed after

3 seconds

EJECT THE

CASSETTE.

PROTECT. TAB

TAPE END

DEW

LAMP

Description of warning

There is no video cassette in the camcorder. Insert a cassette (see page 14).

The video cassette is defective and should be removed (see page 14).

The erasure protect tab on the video cassette has been slid to the record-protect position, preventing recording (see page 107).

The tape is about to end. Prepare a new cassette (see page 14).

The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a new cassette (see page 14).

The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a fully charged battery pack (see pages 11 and 12).

Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait for a few hours until the dew disappears (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.

All warnings will be indicated by displayed in the centre of the screen if the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135° and 180° when in one of the CAMERA modes, or if one of the manual screens is displayed. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to within 135°, or press the DISPLAY ON/OFF button to turn off the manual screen.

References

Operation

Displayed

for 5 seconds

(Displayed throughout)

MEMORY

CARD

FULL

NO DATA ON

MEMORY CARD

ERROR

FORMAT

MEMORY CARD

MEMORY CARD PROTECTED

DATA PROTECTED

MEMORY CARD

RE AD ERROR

Description of warning

The card is not inserted or is inserted incorrectly. Check how the card is inserted (see page 15).

The capacity of the card is full and cannot store any more images. Delete unnecessary images (see pages 97 and 98) or replace the card with a new one (see page 15).

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 91).

The card has not been formatted with this camcorder. Format the card (see page 91).

The card is write-protected (see page 109).

You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 96).

The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 91).

CANNOT

STORE DATA

DATA NOT

FOUND

Note:

• indicates a flashing display.

The card cannot record any data due to a problem with the card or data on the card. Replace the card (see page 15).

The ID of the card and the tape do not match for Index Playback, or no index is recorded on the card. Insert a card with the indices for the tape in question or record indices and then perform Index Playback (see

pages 73 and 74).

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.

Preparation

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

POWER indicator

To power outlet

2 Align the d mark on the battery pack

with the f 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 goes 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.

Charging time and maximum continuous recording and playback times in TAPE modes

Max.

continuous

100

160 190

recording time

LCD

110

220 260

LCD

open

180 220

closed

pack

Charging

time

Battery

BT-LS222

BT-L221

BT-L441

BT-LS442A

• The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes.

Notes:

• Charge the battery pack between 10°C and 30°C. The battery pack may not charge properly at temperatures too low or too high.

• The battery pack and charger become warm during charging. This is not a malfunction.

• Using the zoom (see page 23) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease of more than 50% in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.

• The charging time and recording time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the condition of the battery pack.

• Even when the battery pack is not used, the capacity of the battery pack will naturally deteriorate over time. To limit deterioration of the battery pack capacity, perform the procedure in “Extending battery pack life” on page 110 at least once every six months.

• See pages 109 and 110 for more information on using the battery pack.

Caution:

• Charge only SHARP model BT-LS222, BT-L221, BT-L441, or BT-LS442A battery packs. Other types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage.

Max.

continuous

playback

time

on LCD

180 220

Attaching and Removing the

Battery Pack

Attaching the Battery Pack

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

4 Lower the viewfinder (1), and push it in

completely (2).

Removing the Battery Pack

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Attaching the

Battery Pack”.

Preparation

POWER switch

2 Pull out the viewfinder completely (1),

and then lift it up (2).

Power source connection panel

3 Align the mark on the side of the

battery pack with the a mark on the camcorder (1). Press the battery pack and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).

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 may destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable.

• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if the camcorder is not to be used for a long period of time.

• Use only SHARP model BT-LS222, BT-L221, BTL441, or BT-LS442A battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.

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, power cord and DC cable.

Caution:

Preparation

• The supplied AC adapter/battery charger is 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 (1),

and then lift it up (2).

Power source connection panel

3 Align the mark on the side of the DC

cable connecting plate with the a mark on the camcorder (1). Press the connecting plate and slide it down completely until it locks into place (2).

5 Insert the DC cable plug into the DC

OUT jack on the AC adapter. Connect the 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 with power.

DC OUT jack

POWER indicator

To power outlet

Note:

• When the AC adapter/battery charger is used 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).

DC cable connecting plate

4 Lower the viewfinder, and push it in

completely.

Power source UNLOCK release

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 may destroy the card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable.

• Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter if the camcorder is not to be used for a long period of time.

Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette

Inserting a Cassette

1 Supply power to the camcorder.

2 Hold the camcorder as shown in the

figure, slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door completely.

• The cassette holder extends and opens automatically.

Cassette compartment

door release

3 Insert the cassette fully with the window

facing upwards and the erasure protect tab facing outwards.

Erasure protect tab

REC

SAVE

5 Wait for the cassette holder to fully

retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the centre until it clicks into place.

Removing a Cassette

Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Inserting a Cassette”, and then take out the cassette.

Cautions:

• Do not hold the camcorder with the cassette compartment door release facing downwards when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It may damage the tape.

• 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

• 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.

• Remove the cassette if the camcorder is not to be used for a long period of time.

mark to close it.

Preparation

4 Press the mark gently until the

cassette holder clicks into place.

• The cassette holder retracts automatically.

mark

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 107 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder.

Preparation

Inserting and Removing a Card

This camcorder accepts an SD Memory Card (commercially available) or a MultiMediaCard (supplied) for storage of still images.

Preparation

Inserting a Card

1 Make sure that the POWER switch is set

to OFF.

2 Hold the camcorder as shown in the

figure, and slide the card slot cover release in the direction of the arrow.

• The card slot cover is opened.

Card slot cover release

3 Insert a card into the slot with the label

facing upwards and the chipped corner facing the lens, and then push it in as far as it will go.

Label

Chipped corner

Removing a Card

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Inserting a

Card”.

2 Push the centre of the card edge in to

release the card.

3 Pull the card straight out.

Notes:

• The supplied MultiMediaCard is preformatted for immediate use.

• See pages 108 and 109 for detailed information on the use of MultiMediaCards and SD Memory Cards.

Caution:

• Do not remove the card from the camcorder while data is being recorded on the card (the O indicator flashes on the screen), as this may result in deletion of images on the card or damage to the card itself.

4 Close the card slot cover.

Installing the Lithium Memory Battery

4 Insert the lithium battery holder back into

the compartment.

The supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings.

1 Slide the card slot cover release in the

direction of the arrow to open the card slot cover.

Card slot cover release

2 Pull out the lithium battery holder using

the tip of a ballpoint pen or other pointed object.

Lithium battery holder

3 Insert the lithium battery into the holder

with the = side of the battery facing the + side of the holder.

Preparation

5 Close the card slot cover.

Note:

• It is recommended to immediately set the date and time after inserting a lithium battery. Not setting the date and time causes extra wear of the lithium battery.

Removing the lithium battery

Perform steps 1 and 2 above, and then lift out the lithium battery from the battery holder.

Note:

• Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery when the time indicator of the camcorder starts to fall behind the correct time.

Notes on the Use of the Lithium Battery

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type CR2025 recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

WARNING KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM

CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT.

CAUTION BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-

USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

+ mark

• Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or heat the lithium battery.

• Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment and holder clean, and then insert a new battery.

• The lithium battery will last about one year under normal usage.

Preparation

DI SPLAY

SUMR T I ME SETT ING

12H / 24H

RETURN

AREA

CLO CK SET

9 HNGKNG

RE -SET TURN

Setting the Area, Date and Time

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Example: Setting the date to 2 June 2002 (2.

6.2002) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30) in

Preparation

Hong Kong.

Notes:

• Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 16).

• 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 procedure on page 105.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

3 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The LCD screen turns on.

Lock button

4 Touch any point on the LCD screen to

display the [1/2] screen.

5 Touch [1/2] to display the [2/2] screen.

1/2 DI

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

QU I CK RTRN

2/2

SRCH

DISP

AUTO

min

6 0

min60min

6 Touch [MENU] to display the menu

screen, and then touch [SET].

2/2 DI

SRCH

CLO CK SET

DI SPLAY

AREA

SUMR T I ME SETT ING 12H / 24H RETURN

1 LONDON

RE -SET TURN

1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in

the direction of the arrow (1) and open the LCD monitor (2).

LCD monitor

OPEN release

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

Note: If the date and time have been set, the

MANUAL SET menu first appears. Touch [K] or [L] to select “Y”, and then touch [SET] to set the CLOCK SET menu.

7 Touch [K] or [L] until “9 HNGKNG”

appears for the AREA menu item, and then touch [SET].

Note: See “Time Zone Chart” and “Area Table” on pages 103 and 104 for the area number and name of the representative city for your time zone.

8 Touch [K] or [L] to select “SETTING”,

and then touch [SET].

CLO CK SET

DI SPLAY AREA SUMR T I ME

SETT ING

12H / 24H RETURN

1 . 1.2001

0:00

RE -SET TURN

9 Touch [K] or [L] until the desired

number appears for the day, and then touch [SET].

SETT I NG

2 . 1 . 2001

0:00

3 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Notes:

• Providing the date and time have been internally set, they will always be recorded on the tape or card, and you can choose to display them or not (see page 50).

• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes.

• You can also adjust the clock in the CLOCK SET menu in DUAL-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode.

Using the Lens Cap

When attaching or removing the lens cap, grasp the indents on both sides of the cap.

Preparation

10 Repeat the same operations in step 9 to

set the month, year, hour, and minute.

• If you input the wrong number, touch [RETURN] to reselect that number and repeat the procedure.

• The internal clock starts operating after you select the number for a minute and touch [SET].

SETT I NG

2 . 6 . 2002

10 30

11 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Changing to the 12-hour Time Mode

1 After performing step 10 above, touch

[K] or [L] to select “12H/24H”, and then touch [SET].

CLO CK SET

DI SPLAY AREA SUMR T I ME SETT ING

12H / 24H

RETURN

24H

12H

RE -SET TURN

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “12H”, and

then touch [SET].

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.

Fastener

Note:

• Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the camcorder is not in use.

12H/24H

12H

Preparation

Adjusting the Hand Strap

Open the hand strap flap (1) and the

grip strap (2).

Preparation

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 and middle finger on the Power Zoom buttons. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly.

Power Zoom buttons

REC START/STOP button

3 Seal the velcro fasteners of the grip

strap and the hand strap flap.

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.

Loop

Buckle

Loop

Buckle

Using the Lens Hood

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.

Caution:

• Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

1 Hold one end of the strap and thread it

through the loop on the left side of the power source connection panel.

2 Loosen the strap in the buckle, and feed

the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown.

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.

Using the Viewfinder

You can record the subject through the electronic LCD colour viewfinder. You can also watch video playback through the viewfinder.

Viewfinder

POWER switch

1 Pull out the viewfinder completely.

• You can raise the viewfinder up to 70° to better aim the camcorder depending on your position.

Closing the viewfinder

Lower the viewfinder (1), and push it in completely (2).

Preparation

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 one of the CAMERA modes, however, the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor (see page 46).

• It is possible to operate the playback functions in TAPE-VCR and CARD-VCR modes and adjust the settings on the MANUAL screen through the viewfinder by using the CONTROL dial. (See page 29 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.

1 Pull out the viewfinder completely, and

then lift it up.

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 is displayed in the viewfinder.

Lock button

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.

Dioptre

adjustment dial

Preparation

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. You can also use the LCD monitor to perform convenient touchscreen operations.

Preparation

LCD monitor

POWER switch

1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release in

the direction of the arrow (1), and open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to the camcorder body (2).

LCD monitor

OPEN release

• 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 is displayed 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.

Lock button

2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that

allows easy viewing of the on-screen picture.

• The LCD monitor rotates 270° vertically.

180

Caution: Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened.

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 monitor.

• Do not place the camcorder with the LCD screen facing down.

• When touching the LCD screen for touchscreen operations, do not press too strongly on the screen. Do not use a hard object such as a pen. This may damage the screen.

Notes:

• When operating the on-screen buttons on the LCD screen, do not touch more than one onscreen button at the same time.

• Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in use.

by the LCD

Basic Operations

PAUSE

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 11 through 21 to prepare your camcorder for recording.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

REC START/STOP button

1 Remove the lens cap. Pull out the

viewfinder completely or open the LCD monitor.

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The camcorder turns on in TAPE-CAMERA mode, and the picture from the lens is displayed on the screen.

• The camcorder is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode).

Lock button

Note: If “AUTO” is not displayed at this time, perform the procedure in “Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode” on page 68 to set the camcorder to Full Auto mode.

AUTO

Full Auto mode indicator

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button again. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

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 or DUAL-CAMERA mode, the power will automatically turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being damaged. (The camcorder will make a confirmation sound when it is left in Recording Standby mode for about 4 minutes.) To resume recording after the power has been turned off, set the POWER switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.

Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in TAPECAMERA mode

Max. continuous

Battery

pack

BT-LS222

BT-L221

BT-L441 220 180 110 90

BT-LS442A 260 220 135 115

• The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes.

Note:

• Using the zoom (see page 23) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease of more than 50% in the

REC

actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.

recording time

LCD

closed

110 90 55 45

LCD

open

Actual

recording time

LCD

closed

LCD

open

Operations

Basic

Basic Operations Camera Recording

Zooming

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. When using optical zoom, it is possible to enlarge the subject up to 10× in TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, and up to 7× in CARD-CAMERA mode.

Zooming in (when you want to centre

Basic

Operations

Wide

angle

To zoom in

Press the Power Zoom T (telephoto) button to get a close-up view (1).

To zoom out

Press the Power Zoom W (wide angle) button to get a wide field of view (2).

attention on the subject)

Zooming out (when you want to

show the surroundings)

Power Zoom buttons

Tips on Recording Positions

To create images that are easy to watch during playback, try to record with a stable posture while steadying your camcorder to prevent the image from shaking.

Holding the camcorder

Put your right hand through the hand strap, and place your left hand under the camcorder for support.

Basic posture

Telephoto

Place your elbows against your sides.

Shooting from a high angle

Turn the LCD monitor

so that the screen faces



downward.

Place the viewfinder eyecup firmly against your eye.

Balance your weight on both legs.

• The on-screen display shows you the current zoom setting.

• The zoom speed depends on how strongly you press the Power Zoom buttons.

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 45 for recording macro shots.)

• See page 35 for use of the digital zoom.

Zoom range indicator

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.

Remaining Tape Time Display

BATT ERY I S

TOO LOW.

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA

In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes.

If you are using the LCD monitor, touch any point on the LCD screen to display the indicator.

AUTO

min

Remaining tape time indicator

min

Remaining Battery Power Display

Available modes: all modes

This camcorder supports an intelligent battery function. When using the supplied intelligent battery pack, an on-screen indicator displays the remaining continuous operating time of the battery pack in minutes based on the remaining battery power.

If you are using the LCD monitor, touch any point on the LCD screen to display the indicator.

Remaining operating time

Operations

Basic

Notes:

• If the battery pack or DC cable are removed from the camcorder and then reattached while the camcorder has a cassette in it, the remaining tape time indicator will not be displayed. In this case, record for about 10 seconds to display the remaining tape time indicator.

• The remaining tape 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 tape 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.

1 min. – 0 min.

0 min. (The tape has

reached the end.)

TAPE END

AUTO

min

Remaining battery power indicator

When the remaining operating time reaches 5 minutes, a warning indicator will appear. Replace the battery pack.

Notes:

• The remaining operating time is displayed

about 30 to 60 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

• Use the remaining battery power indicator only as an approximate indication.

• Variations in the operational status of the camcorder can greatly reduce or increase the remaining operating time displayed.

• Use of the zoom functions when the warning indicator is displayed may cause the camcorder to suddenly lose power.

• When using the optional BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs which are not compatible with the intelligent battery function, only the following indicator will be displayed.

(Green)

(Red)

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

Basic

Operations

Speaker

POWER switch

1 Supply power to the camcorder, and

insert the recorded Mini DV cassette.

2 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle.

3 Set the Media Selection

switch to TAPE.

6 Touch [PLAY/STILL] to begin playback.

• The indicators on the playback operation on-screen buttons change to symbols after playback begins.

1/3

REW

PLAY/ ST IL L

STOP

To stop playback

Touch [b] (Stop).

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.

1/3 DISP

min

4 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

• The camcorder turns on in TAPE-VCR mode.

5 Touch [REW] or [FF] to rewind or fast

forward the tape to the desired point.

1/3

DISP

REW

PLAY/

ST IL L

STOP

Lock button

min

CONTROL dial

• To operate the playback functions, turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired playback operation indicator, and then press the dial.

• To turn off the playback operation indicators, turn the CONTROL dial to select “DISP”, and then press the dial. Press the CONTROL dial again to turn them back on.

Note:

• You cannot monitor the sound through the speaker when watching the playback in the viewfinder.

1/3 DISP

min

1/3 DISP

min

Volume Control

Video Search

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

When the camcorder is in TAPE-VCR mode, you can adjust the volume level of the playback sound.

Press the VOL. = or - button to increase (1) or decrease (2) the volume. The volume level indicator appears on the screen only during adjustment.

VOL. buttons

VOLUME

IncreaseDecrease

Note:

• When the playback zoom indicator is displayed in yellow in Playback Zoom mode, the VOL. buttons can only be used to adjust the zoom setting. Cancel Playback Zoom to adjust the volume with the VOL. buttons (see page 53).

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

The video search function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape.

1 During tape playback, touch [x]

(Forward Search) or [z] (Reverse Search).

• The playback picture fast forwards or reverses.

2 When you find the desired scene, touch

[g] (Play/Still) to return to normal playback.

Notes:

• The sound is off during search.

• Some picture noise appears during search. This is not a malfunction.

Still

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

The still function makes it possible to pause tape playback.

During tape playback, touch [g] (Play/Still).

Operations

Basic

To return to normal playback, touch [g] (Play/Still) 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.

Basic Operations Playback

Watching the Playback on a TV

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

You can also connect the camcorder to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy video playback.

Caution:

• Make sure that the camcorder, TV, VCR and other equipment to be connected have been turned off before you make connections. Making connections with any of the components left

Basic

turned on may cause picture noise or a

Operations

malfunction.

1 Open the terminal cover on the

camcorder.

Terminal cover

2 Connect the camcorder to your TV (or

VCR) with the supplied audio/video/Svideo cable, as shown.

PAUSE /STILL

PLAY

STOP/ EJECT

POWER

TV/VCRSET UP

To S-video

input terminal

Audio/video/S-video cable (supplied)

Yellow: To video input jack White: To audio input (L) jack Red: To audio input (R) jack

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 see the signal from the VCR. (See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR.)

4 Set the POWER switch on the

camcorder to VCR, and begin playback (see pages 25 and 92).

Notes:

• S-video terminals 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. If your TV or VCR has an S-video input terminal, you can use the S-video plug of the supplied audio/video/S-video cable for the video connection on the TV or VCR. (The yellow video plug does not need to be connected to the TV or VCR.)

• If your TV or VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the TV or VCR.

• 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 terminal cover after use.

Removing the audio/video/S-video cable from the camcorder

Hold down the catches and pull out the plug.

CHANNEL

REC

Catches

Caution:

• Forcibly pulling on the audio/video/S-video cable without holding down the catches may result in damage.

To AV+S terminal

Useful FeaturesUseful Features

Summary of Operations

Selecting the Camcorder Mode

This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video camera for recording and playing back images on 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 operations.

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.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

Media Selection switch

POWER switch

TAPE-VCR mode — For playing back

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.

Lock button

CARD-VCR mode — For playing back still

images recorded on a card.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to CARD.

Summary of

Operations

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Lock button

DUAL-CAMERA mode — For recording

motion images on a tape and still images on a card.

1 Set the Media Selection

switch to DUAL.

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

Lock button

2 Hold down the Lock

button and set the POWER switch to VCR.

Note:

• When the Media Selection switch is set to DUAL and the POWER switch is set to VCR, the camcorder performs the same operation as in TAPE-VCR mode.

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.

Lock button

Summary of Operations

Using the Controls

POWER switch

DISPLAY ON/OFF button

Operations

Summary of

CONTROL dial

POWER switch

To turn the power on, hold down the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

DISPLAY ON/OFF button

The DISPLAY ON/OFF button is used to turn the mode screens and on-screen indicators off. You can turn the on-screen indicators back on by pressing the DISPLAY ON/ OFF button again.

Note:

• The warning indicators and some other indicators cannot be deliberately turned off.

CONTROL dial

The CONTROL dial is used to adjust the settings on the menu screen. The procedures for adjusting the menu settings in this operation manual are based upon the use of the touchscreen operations. To adjust the menu settings with the CONTROL dial, follow the rules below.

1 Turn the CONTROL dial (instead of

touching [K] or [L]) to select the desired item.

Example

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

FRAME

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED

16: 9 RETURN

RE -SET TURN

Lock button

To turn the power off, set the POWER switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.

2 Press the CONTROL dial (instead of

touching [SET]) to set the selected item.

Example

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

FRAME

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED

16: 9 RETURN

By using the CONTROL dial, it is also possible to operate the playback functions in TAPE-VCR mode (see page 25) and in CARD-VCR mode, and to adjust the settings on the manual screens (see pages 59 to 66) through the viewfinder. Turn the CONTROL dial to select the item, and then press the CONTROL dial to set the selected item.

RE -SET TURN

Using the Mode Screens

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

DISP

1/2

2/2

SRC H

DISP

AUTO

min

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

AUTO

1/2

DISP

You can use the mode screens to select various functions. Follow the procedure below to display the mode screen with the on-screen button for the desired function.

1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle (see page 21).

2 Set the camcorder to the desired

camcorder mode (see page 28).

• In TAPE-VCR mode, the mode screen appears after the POWER switch is set to VCR. Proceed to step 4.

4 Touch the page indicator until the

desired mode screen appears.

Example

Page indicator

3 Touch any point on the LCD screen to

display the mode screen.

• In CARD-VCR mode, first display a still image in full-screen (see page 92), and then touch any point on the LCD screen to display the mode screen.

Example

AUTO

1/2

DISP

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

QU I CK RTRN

AUTO

AU TO

3 0

min

6 0

min

5 Touch the desired on-screen button.

• Refer to each page for details on operations.

To turn off the mode screens

Touch [DISP].

Example

Notes:

• The on-screen button indicators are displayed in yellow when the corresponding functions are selected. These button indicators are displayed in gray when the corresponding functions cannot be selected.

• The example screens in this operation manual are for explanation purposes, and may differ slightly from the actual screen displays.

Summary of

Operations

Summary of Operations

Using the Menu Screen

The menu screen can be used to adjust the various settings of the camcorder.

1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the

angle (see page 21).

2 Set the camcorder to the desired

camcorder mode (see page 28).

• In TAPE-VCR mode, the mode screen appears after the POWER switch is set to VCR. Proceed to step 4.

3 Touch any point on the LCD screen to

display the mode screen.

• In CARD-VCR mode, first display a still image in full-screen (see page 92), and then touch any point on the LCD screen to display the mode screen.

Operations

Summary of

4 Touch the page indicator until the mode

screen with the [MENU] on-screen button appears, and then touch [MENU] to display the menu screen.

Example

1/2 DI

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

QU I CK RTRN

2/2

SRCH

DISP

AUTO

min

5 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

menu, and then touch [SET] to set the selected menu.

Example

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP

MULTI

FRAME DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED

16:9

RETURN

6 0

PHOTO SHOT

SET

min60min

RE TURN

6 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

menu item, and then touch [SET].

• The available settings for the selected menu item are displayed.

Example

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

FRAME

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED

16: 9 RETURN

RE -SET TURN

7 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

menu setting, and then touch [SET].

• The selected menu setting is set.

Example

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

FRAME

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED

16: 9 RETURN

• To adjust another menu item, touch [RETURN] until the camcorder returns to the status in step 5 or 6, and then repeat the procedure from that point.

To turn off the menu screen

Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen turns off.

Notes:

• Certain menu items are common among the camcorder modes. If the DISPLAY menu item, for example, is set to “DATE+TIME” in TAPE-VCR mode, it will be automatically set to “DATE+TIME” in other modes.

• The menu items are displayed in yellow when the corresponding functions are selected. The menu items are displayed in gray when the corresponding functions cannot be selected.

• The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes.

• The example screens in this operation manual are for explanation purposes, and may differ slightly from the actual screen displays.

RE -SET TURN

Useful Features

Camera Recording

Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

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 or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “W”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “TAPE SPEED”, and then touch [SET].

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

FRAME

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED

16: 9 RETURN

RE -SET TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “LP”, and

then touch [SET].

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 recordings.

Features

Useful

TAPE SPEED

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• “LP” is displayed.

RE -

TURN

To return to SP mode

Select “SP” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

AUTO

min

LP mode indicator

min

Useful Features Camera Recording

Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

This camcorder allows you to select between the 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 or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “E”, and then

touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “AUDIO MODE”, and then touch [SET].

AUD IO SE T

AUDIO MODE

ZOOM MI C

WI ND

DIALOG REC RETURN

Useful

Features

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “16bit”, and

then touch [SET].

SET

12bit

16bit

RE TURN

To return to 12-bit audio recording mode

Select “12bit” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

Note:

• When using Audio Dubbing with 16-bit audio recordings, both the dubbed and original sounds will be recorded in mono (see page 79).

AUD I O MODE

16bit

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• “16bit” is displayed.

RE TURN

16-bit audio recording mode indicator

AUTO

min

16bit

min

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

The digital image stabilization (DIS) function is factory preset to on to stabilize the image by electronically compensating for relatively minor image shaking that is often annoying in closeup shots.

DIS indicator

AUTO

Notes:

• The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking.

• The DIS function does not work in CARDCAMERA mode.

Turning Off the DIS Function

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.

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “OFF”, and

then touch [SET].

DIS

OFF

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• The indicator is turned off.

To return to DIS mode

Select “ON” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

Features

Useful

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “Q”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “DIS”, and then touch [SET].

MANU AL SE T

PI C.EFFECT

DIS

RETURN

SET

OFF

RE TURN

Useful Features Camera Recording

Setting the Digital Zoom

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

You can select from among three different zoom ranges in TAPE-CAMERA and DUALCAMERA modes: 1–10× (optical zoom), 10– 40× (digital zoom), or 10–200× (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 1–200×.

• As the image is enlarged digitally, the picture

quality decreases when higher digital zoom settings are used.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “W”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to

Useful

select “DGTL ZOOM”, and then touch

Features

[SET].

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP MULTI

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED 16: 9 RETURN

FRAME

OFF

40 200

• The “D” digital zoom indicator is displayed during digital zooming.

D-ZOOM

Digital zoom indicator

To use optical zoom only

Select “OFF” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

SET

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “40” or “200”,

and then touch [SET].

DGTL ZOOM

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

RE TURN

Gamma Brightness Compen-

6 0

min

AU TO

3 0

min

1/2 DISP

AUTO

min

GAMMAGAMMA L I GH TLIGHT

FADE

GAMMA

QU I CK

EFF.

RTRN

sation

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

Note:

• When only “GAMMA” is displayed, the subject becomes brighter while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected. When the indicator is displayed, the brighter portions of the image may get whited out.

When the subject is backlit or when recording in a dark or poorly illuminated location, the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the image.

Recording a backlit subject

1 Display the [1/2] screen in TAPE-

CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, or the [1/1] screen in CARD-CAMERA mode (see page 30).

1/2

DISP

FADE

GAMMA EFF .

QU I CK RTRN

AUTO

AU TO

min

3 0

6 0

min

2 Touch [GAMMA EFF.].

• “GAMMA” appears, and the picture becomes brighter.

DISP

GAMMAGAMMA

AUTO

AU TO

3 0

min

6 0

min

1/2

FADE

GAMMA EFF.

QU I CK RTRN

Recording in a poorly illuminated location

At locations where lighting is insufficient, “LIGHT” is displayed on the screen.

After performing step 1 of “Recording a backlit subject”, touch [GAMMA EFF.].

• “GAMMA” appears, and the picture becomes brighter.

To cancel Gamma Brightness Compensation

Touch [GAMMA EFF.] until “GAMMA” disappears.

Notes:

• Some picture noise appears when using Gamma Brightness Compensation while “LIGHT” is displayed.

• Fine brightness adjustment is possible using Manual Exposure or Manual Gain (see pages 61 and 62).

Features

Useful

To obtain a brighter picture, touch [GAMMA EFF.] again.

• The indicator appears.

1/2 DISP

FADE

GAMMA EFF.

QU I CK RTRN

GAMMAGAMMA

AUTO

AU TO

3 0

min

6 0

min

Useful Features

SUPER CAT ’S EYE

Camera Recording

Night Recording (Super Cat’s Eye)

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The night recording function allows you to record the subject in absolute darkness. This is useful when you want to record a subject at night, e.g. a nocturnal animal, without artificial lighting.

Note:

• Use Night Recording when “LIGHT” is displayed. The picture turns white if you use it in a bright location such as outdoors in the afternoon.

SUPER CAT’S EYE switch

Useful

Features

IR LIGHT button

Infrared light transmitter

In TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-CAMERA, or CARDCAMERA mode, set the SUPER CAT’S EYE switch to ON.

• “SUPER CAT’S EYE” appears, and the picture becomes brighter.

AUTO

SUPER CAT ’S EYE

LIGHT

To obtain a brighter picture

With the SUPER CAT’S EYE switch set to ON, press the IR LIGHT button.

• “SUPER CAT’S EYE” changes to “IR LIGHT 1”, and the camcorder emits infrared light from the transmitter.

• The picture becomes monochrome.

• Each time you press the IR LIGHT button, the IR light mode changes as shown below. Setting the IR LIGHT number higher allows recording in darker locations.

I R L I GH T 1IR LIGHT 1

AUTO

IR LIGHT 1 IR LIGHT 2*

SUPER CAT ’ S EY E

*Not available in CARD-CAMERA mode.

IR LIGHT 3*

To cancel Night Recording

Set the SUPER CAT’S EYE switch to OFF.

Notes:

• The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly when using Night Recording. In such cases, use the manual focus function to obtain proper focus (see pages 67 and 68).

• Infrared light emitted from the camcorder illuminates up to a distance of about 3 m away with “IR LIGHT 3”.

• The camcorder automatically sets a slower shutter speed when “IR LIGHT 2” or “IR LIGHT 3” is selected. This makes the images more easily affected by hand movement, and also causes graininess. Moving subjects will leave trails behind them in the image.

• The manual settings of the manual functions described on pages 59 to 66 cannot be used while using Night Recording.

AUTO

6 0

min60min

1/2

FADE

DISP

AUTO

GA MMA

QU I CK

EFF.

RTRN

Using the IR Light (Optional Accessory)

Using the IR light function of the optional IR & Flash Light allows you to record more brightly illuminated images in dark locations.

• It is possible to set the IR light mode for the optional IR Light by pressing the IR LIGHT button on the camcorder.

• When the camcorder is in TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, the IR light mode for the optional IR Light cycles through “IR LIGHT 1”, “IR LIGHT 2”, and “IR LIGHT 3”. In CARD-CAMERA mode, only “IR LIGHT 1” is available.

Notes:

• The camcorder also emits infrared light when the optional IR Light is turned on.

• See page 90 for more information on the use of the optional IR & Flash Light.

Quick Return

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

When you have been playing back what you have recorded on the tape, and wish to quickly return to recording from the end of the last recorded scene, use the quick return function.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the [1/2] screen (see page 30).

2 In Recording Standby mode, touch

[QUICK RTRN].

• The tape begins fast forwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene.

When the tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene, [QUICK RTRN] changes to [FINISHED], and then the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

FADE

GAMMA EFF.

FINISHED

AUTO

min

Features

Useful

Notes:

• To cancel Quick Return, touch [QUICK RTRN] again.

• If the cassette has been removed since the last recording or if no recording has been made since the cassette was loaded, Quick Return cannot be used.

Useful Features Camera Recording

Edit Search

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

The edit search function lets you search, without switching to TAPE-VCR mode, for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the [2/2] screen (see page 30).

2 In Recording Standby mode, touch

[SRCH] to display the SEARCH screen.

2/2

SRCH

SEAR CH

RTRN

AUTO

min

3 Touch and hold [x] (Forward Edit

Useful

Search) or [z] (Reverse Edit Search).

Features

• In Forward Edit Search, the tape is played back at normal speed. In Reverse Edit Search, the tape is played back at approximately six times normal speed.

SEAR CH

4 When you find the point where you want

to begin recording, release your finger from the LCD screen.

• Playback stops, and then the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. The tape will record from this point the next time you shoot.

5 Touch [RTRN] to turn off the SEARCH

screen.

Notes:

• The sound is off during search.

• Some picture noise appears during Reverse Edit Search.

min

RTRN

AUTO

min

Dual Recording

Available mode: DUAL-CAMERA

By setting the camcorder to DUAL-CAMERA mode, you can record motion images on a tape and still images on a card without operating the Media Selection switch.

Media Selection switch

STILL button

POWER switch

REC START/STOP button

1 Make sure that a Mini DV cassette and a

card are inserted in the camcorder.

2 Set the Media Selection

switch to DUAL.

3 Hold down the Lock button and set the

POWER switch to CAMERA.

• The camcorder turns on in DUALCAMERA mode.

• The camcorder is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode).

Number of shots remaining Number of shots taken

2/98

NORMAL

Lock button

AUTO

4 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording motion images of the subject on a tape.

• Operate the camcorder just as you ordinarily would when recording in TAPE-CAMERA mode.

2/98

NORMAL

AUTO

Press the STILL button to record a still image of the subject on a card.

• The O indicator flashes red while the image is being recorded on the card.

CARD

2/98

NORMAL

RE CORD I NG TO

MEMORY CARD

AUTO

Notes:

• “RECORDING TO MEMORY CARD” or “RECORDING TO TAPE” is displayed during the recording of still images. This display indicates whether the still image is being recorded to a card or to tape. If you do not want this to be displayed, set the MEDIA DISP menu item in the OTHERS menu to “OFF” in one of the CAMERA modes.

• If you press the STILL button while recording motion images on a tape in DUAL-CAMERA mode, a still image of the subject is recorded on the tape for 1.5 seconds as well as on a card (the Q indicator is recorded on the tape along with the still image).

• See page 92 for playing back still images recorded on a card.

REC

Features

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Picture quality indicator

Note: You can select the desired picture quality for still images recorded on a card (see page 85).

Useful Features Camera Recording

Still Recording on Tape

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.

Still Recording mode options

PHOTO SHOT: A still picture is recorded for

6 seconds following the sound and visual effects of a camera shutter closing.

STILL: A continuous still image is recorded.

Selecting Still Recording Mode

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, display the

menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “W”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “PHOTO SNAP”, and then touch [SET].

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP

MULTI

FRAME DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED

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Features

16:9

RETURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “PHOTO

SHOT” or “STILL”, and then touch [SET].

PHOTO SNAP

ST I LL

4 Touch [K] or [L] to select “MULTI

FRAME”, and then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “1”, and then touch [SET].

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP

MULTI

FRAME

DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED

16: 9

RETURN

5 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

PHOTO SHOT

ST ILL

SET

RE TURN

RE -SET TURN

Using Still Recording

STILL button

REC START/STOP button

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode,

press the STILL button.

• A still image of the subject is displayed.

3 Press the REC START/STOP

button.

• The still image is recorded.

In PHOTO SHOT mode, the camcorder returns to Recording Standby mode after recording a still image for 6 seconds.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button.

To cancel the still image

In PHOTO SHOT mode, press the STILL

button while the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode.

In STILL mode, press the STILL button.

Notes:

• Still Recording can also be used during recording by pressing the STILL button.

• If you use PHOTO SHOT during recording, a still picture is recorded for 6 seconds without the sound and visual effects of a camera shutter closing, and then the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

• You can use PHOTO SHOT without the sound effect of a camera shutter closing by setting the SOUND menu item to “OFF” (see page 105).

• The picture quality in Still Recording mode will be slightly lower than normal pictures.

Multiple Strobe Recording

Available mode: TAPE-CAMERA

The multiple strobe recording function allows you to record 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.

Setting Multiple Strobe Recording Mode

1 In TAPE-CAMERA mode, display the

menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “W”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “PHOTO SNAP”, and then touch [SET].

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP

MULTI DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED 16:9 RETURN

FRAME

PHOTO SHOT

ST ILL

SET

RE TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “PHOTO

SHOT” or “STILL”, and then touch [SET].

PHOTO SNAP

PHOTO SHOT: A multi-frame picture is

recorded for 6 seconds.

STILL: A multi-frame picture is continu-

ously recorded until the REC START/ STOP button is pressed again.

Note: The sound and visual effects of a camera shutter closing will not be available when performing Multiple Strobe Recording with PHOTO SHOT selected.

PHOTO SHOT

4 Touch [K] or [L] to select “MULTI

FRAME”, and then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “9” (9-frame picture) or “16” (16-frame picture), and then touch [SET].

CAME RA S E T

PHOTO SNAP

MULTI

DGT L ZOOM

TAPE SPEED 16: 9 RETURN

FRAME

RE -SET TURN

5 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Using Multiple Strobe Recording

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA

mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, press the

STILL button.

• A multi-frame picture of the subject is displayed.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button.

• The multi-frame picture is recorded.

In PHOTO SHOT mode, the camcorder returns to Recording Standby mode after recording a multi-frame picture for 6 seconds.

To pause recording

Press the REC START/STOP button.

To cancel the multi-frame picture

In PHOTO SHOT mode, press the STILL

button while the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode.

In STILL mode, press the STILL button.

Notes:

• Multiple Strobe Recording can also be used during recording by pressing the STILL button.

• The picture quality in Multiple Strobe Recording mode will be slightly lower than normal pictures.

• Multiple Strobe Recording cannot be used

with digital picture effects or the wide screen function.

Features

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Useful Features Camera Recording

Digital Picture Effects

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

These digital picture effects let you record the subject with a more dramatic effect.

Digital picture effect options

B/W: The picture is recorded in black-and-

white.

SEPIA: The picture is recorded in sepia colour

similar to that of an old photograph.

SOLARI: The picture is recorded with the

contrast of the subject enhanced, creating a unique artistic image.

NEGA: The picture is recorded with the blacks

and whites of the image reversed and colours of the image inverted.

BLUE: The picture is recorded with the effect

of recording through a blue filter.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see

Features

page 31).

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2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “Q”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “PIC.EFFECT”, and then touch [SET].

MANU AL SE T

PI C.EFFECT

DIS RETURN

OFF

B/W SEPI A SOL ARI NEGA BLUE

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• The subject is displayed with the selected digital picture effect.

To cancel the digital picture effect

Select “OFF” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

Note:

• Digital picture effects cannot be selected

when a still image is displayed.

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

digital picture effect, and then touch [SET].

PIC.EFFECT

B/W

RE -SET TURN

Fade In and Fade Out

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

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 for indicating a dramatic change in scenery.

Fade in

Fade out

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the [1/2] screen (see page 30).

4 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.

1/2

DISP

FADE

GAMMA

EFF .

F ADE O UTFADE OUT

QU I CK RTRN

AU TOAUTO

min29min

2 9

min

To cancel Fade mode

Touch [FADE] again. “FADE” disappears.

To use Fade Out only

1 During recording, touch [FADE] to

display “FADE”.

2 In Recording Standby mode, touch

[FADE].

• “FADE” appears.

1/2

DISP

FADE

GAMMA

EFF .

F ADE

FADE QU I CK RTRN

AU TOAUTO

min30min

3 0

6 0

min60min

Fade indicator

3 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

• The picture turns white, and the image and sound fade in.

DISP

1/2

FADE

GAMMA

EFF .

FADE I N

QU I CK RTRN

AUTO

min

2 Press the REC START/STOP button at

the point where you wish to stop recording.

Note:

• Fade mode is automatically cancelled after Fade Out.

Features

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Useful Features Camera Recording

Wide Screen (16:9)

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

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.

Normal screen Wide screen

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “W”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “16:9”, and then touch [SET].

CAME RA S E T

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Features

PHOTO SNAP

MULTI

FRAME DGT L ZOOM TAPE SPEED

16:9

RETURN

OFF

Macro Shots

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

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 pressing the Power Zoom W button, 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.

Tripod

Power Zoom W button

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ON”, and

then touch [SET].

16:9

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• The picture is displayed with the top and bottom portions masked.

To return to normal screen

Select “OFF” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

RE -SET TURN

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.

Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

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 infrared remote control is useful for such occasions.

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).

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 Press the REC START/STOP button to

begin recording.

Caution:

• Do not invert the image by rotating the LCD monitor during recording.

Notes:

• The screen image is automatically inverted when the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135° and 180°. When the monitor is rotated back to within 135°, the image returns to normal.

• If the

indicator flashes when the LCD 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 9 and 10 for descriptions of the warning indicators.)

Auto Focus

Features

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180

2 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE,

DUAL, or CARD.

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA, 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 whatever is 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 automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame.

• Auto Focus may not work in the situations described on page 67. In these situations, use the manual focus function.

Useful Features

Playback

Using the Infrared Remote Control

Available modes: all modes

Use the supplied infrared 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.

Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control

1 Open the battery compartment cover.

2 Insert the two supplied AA (R6 or UM/

SUM-3) batteries with the battery poles positioned as indicated.

Useful

Features

Turning on the Infrared Remote Control Mode

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

1 In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode,

display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “R”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “REMOTE”, and then touch [SET].

OTHERS

REMOTE

SOUND TIME CODE TC OUT

IND EX SRCH

RET URN

OFF

RE -SET TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ON”, and

then touch [SET].

REMOT E

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

3 Replace the cover.

Note:

• When the batteries are depleted and the remote control does not operate, replace them with new AA (R6 or UM/SUM-3) batteries.

Caution:

• Do not use old and new batteries or batteries of different brands together.

Control Buttons on the Infrared Remote Control

TAPE REC START/STOP

button [pp. 22, 40]

CARD REC button [pp. 40, 87]

REW button [pp. 25, 26]

PAUSE/STILL button [p. 26]

STOP button [p. 25]

Playback Direction buttons

[p. 49]

Operating the Infrared Remote Control

1 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° angle to

the camcorder body (1), and then rotate it 180° vertically (2).

180

ZOOM T/W buttons [pp. 23, 54]

VOL. =/- buttons [p. 26]

PLAY button [p. 25]

FF button [pp. 25, 26]

SLOW button [p. 49]

Shift buttons [p. 54]

4 Aim the remote control transmitter at the

infrared remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons for operation.

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2 Set the Media Selection switch on the

camcorder to TAPE, DUAL, or CARD.

3 Set the POWER switch on the camcorder

to CAMERA or VCR.

Approximate operating range of remote control

5 m

Infrared remote sensor

Transmitter

Notes:

• Be careful not to allow direct sunlight or bright light from interior illumination to fall onto the remote sensor, 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.

Useful Features Playback

Tape Playback Functions with the Infrared Remote Control

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

These tape playback functions can be operated using the supplied infrared remote control. (See pages 47 and 48 for the use of the infrared remote control.)

PAUSE/STILL button

PLAY button

SLOW button

Playback Direction buttons

Reverse Playback

The reverse playback function allows you to

Useful

Features

play back video in reverse.

During tape playback, press the Playback Direction m button.

To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (s).

Slow

The slow function allows you to play back images in slow motion.

Note:

• To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Slow mode for more than 10 minutes.

Frame Advance

The frame advance function allows you to play back still images frame by frame.

1 During tape playback, press the PAUSE/

STILL button (n) to pause playback.

2 Press the Playback Direction , (or

m) button.

• Each time you press the button, the picture advances one frame forward (or backward).

To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (s).

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.

• Clearer still images can be achieved by recording with a fast shutter speed (see pages 63 and 64).

During tape playback, press the SLOW button (/).

To view slow playback in reverse, press the Playback Direction m button.

To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (s).

Displaying the Date and Time of Recording

Using Earphones (Commercially Available)

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.

1 Display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “Y”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “DISPLAY”, and then touch [SET].

CLO CK SET

DI SPLAY

RETURN

OFF

DAT E DATE+TIME

RE -SET TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “DATE” or

“DATE+TIME”, and then touch [SET].

DISPLAY

DATE+TIME

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• The date (or the date and time) is displayed.

I NDEX

RE TURN

MEN U

2. 6.2002 10: 30 60

min

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-CAMERA

You can monitor the sound via stereo earphones (commercially available) during playback or recording. Stereo earphones with a

3.5 mm diameter plug can be connected to the camcorder.

Open the jack cover, and connect stereo earphones to the PHONES jack.

PHONES 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 PHONES jack.

• When recording, you cannot adjust the volume with the Power Zoom/VOL. buttons on the camcorder. Use the VOL. buttons on the infrared remote control instead.

Features

Useful

Notes:

• Before recording, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set (see pages 17 and

18). 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 mode, the current date and time are displayed when the tape is not being played back.

Useful Features

RE TURN

3/3

AUDIO

TC0:05:35

DISP

I NDEX

AUD IO 1+2

Playback

Using the Time Code

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-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 to check the elapsed time when playing back from tape or recording on tape.

Display format

0 00 10 20TC

Frame number*

Second

Minute

Hour

*Displayed during still

or frame advance playback.

1 In TAPE-VCR, TAPE-CAMERA, or

DUAL-CAMERA mode, display the

Useful

menu screen (see page 31).

Features

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “R”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “TIME CODE”, and then touch [SET].

OTHERS

REMOTE

SOUND

TIME CODE

TC OUT IND EX SRCH

RET URN

DISP. OFF

DISP. ON

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• The time code is displayed.

Time code

To turn off the time code

Select “DISP.OFF” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

Note:

• When the tape reaches an unrecorded section, the time code returns to zero (TC0:00:00). Once recorded, the time code cannot be changed.

Displaying the time code on a TV during tape playback

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, display the menu

screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “R”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “TC OUT”, and then touch [SET].

OTHERS

REMOTE SOUND

TIME CODE

TC OUT

IND EX SRCH

RET URN

OFF

RE -SET TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “DISP.ON”,

and then touch [SET].

TIME CODE

DISP. ON

RE -SET

TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ON”, and

then touch [SET].

TC OUT

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Picture Effect Playback

Available modes: TAPE-VCR, CARD-VCR

These picture effects let you play back images with a more dramatic effect.

Picture effect options

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 picture is displayed with the

contrast of the subject enhanced, creating a unique artistic image.

NEGA: The picture is displayed with the blacks

and whites of the image reversed and colours of the image inverted.

BLUE: The picture is displayed with the effect

of playback through a blue filter.

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR or

CARD-VCR mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ I ” (in

TAPE-VCR mode) or “O” (in CARDVCR mode), and then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “PIC.EFFECT”, and then touch [SET].

To cancel Picture Effect Playback

Select “OFF” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

Notes:

• Picture Effect Playback has no effect during still playback.

• Images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot be transferred to a computer.

Features

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PLAYBACK SET

PI C.EFFECT

CAPTURE PB ZOOM

MUL TI

RETURN

F RAME

OFF

B/W SEPI A SOL ARI NEGA BLUE

RE -SET TURN

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

picture effect, and then touch [SET].

PIC.EFFECT

B/W

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

• The subject is displayed with the selected picture effect.

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.

Selecting the Zoom Magnification

1 In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode,

display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ I ” (in

TAPE-VCR mode) or “O” (in CARDVCR mode), and then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “PB ZOOM”, and then touch [SET].

PLAYBACK SET

PI C.EFFECT CAPTURE

PB ZOOM

MUL TI

F RAME

RETURN

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Features

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

zoom magnification, and then touch [SET].

PB ZOOM

4x 6x 8x 10x

RE -SET TURN

2 Touch [PB ZOOM] to display the

playback zoom screen.

Playback zoom indicator

2/3

PB ZOOM

GAMMA

AUDI O DUB

CANCEL

min

3 Touch the portion of the picture you want

to zoom in.

• The playback zoom indicator changes to yellow, and the picture is magnified centring on the area you touched.

• Each time you touch the screen, the picture switches between the magnified and normal images.

CANCEL

Note: When the playback zoom indicator is displayed in yellow, you can zoom in on or out from the magnified image by pressing the Power Zoom buttons.

6 0

min60min

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Using Playback Zoom

1 During playback (or still playback) in

TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode, display the [2/3] (in TAPE-VCR mode) or [1/2] (in CARD-VCR mode) screen (see page 30).

To cancel Playback Zoom mode

Touch [CANCEL]. The playback zoom screen turns off.

Notes:

• The Power Zoom/VOL. buttons on the

camcorder cannot be used to adjust the volume when the playback zoom indicator is displayed in yellow. Use the VOL. buttons on the infrared remote control instead.

• Use of Playback Zoom may cause a reduction in picture quality for still images.

• Images in Playback Zoom mode cannot be transferred to a computer.

Operating Playback Zoom with the

2/3

PB ZOOM

DISP

GAMM A 1

min

GAMMA

AUDI O

DUB

2/3

PB ZOOM

DISP

GAMM A2

min

GAMMA

AUDI O

DUB

Infrared Remote Control

It is possible to shift the magnified picture in Playback Zoom mode by using the infrared remote control. (See pages 47 and 48 for the use of the infrared remote control.)

ZOOM buttons

Shift buttons

1 During playback (or still playback) in

TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode, press the ZOOM T button to zoom in.

• Press the ZOOM W button to zoom out.

1/3 DISP

Gamma Playback

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

The gamma playback function improves the tape playback picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected.

1 During playback in TAPE-VCR mode,

display the [2/3] screen (see page 30).

2 Touch [GAMMA PB] once.

• “GAMMA1” appears, and the picture becomes brighter.

To obtain a brighter picture, touch [GAMMA PB] again.

• “GAMMA2” appears.

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6 0

min60min

2 Press the Shift a, v, f, or d buttons

to shift the magnified image.

1/3 DISP

6 0

min60min

To cancel Playback Zoom

Press the ZOOM W button until the widest angle is obtained.

To cancel Gamma Playback

Touch [GAMMA PB] until “GAMMA1” and “GAMMA2” disappear.

Note:

• Gamma Playback has no effect during still

playback.

Useful Features Playback

Multiple Strobe Playback

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

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.

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, display the menu

screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ I ”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “MULTI FRAME”, and then touch [SET].

PLAYBACK SET

PI C.EFFECT CAPTURE PB ZOOM

MUL TI

F RAME

RETURN 9

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Features

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “9” (9-frame

picture) or “16” (16-frame picture), and then touch [SET].

5 Press the STILL button at the point

where you want to begin the multiple strobe playback.

• A multi-frame picture of the image is displayed.

CAN-

REC

CEL

6 0

min60min

Notes:

• If a card is in the camcorder, the still image

dubbing screen appears when the STILL button is pressed during tape playback. To turn off this screen, press the DISPLAY ON/ OFF button.

• It is possible to dub images with Multiple

RE -SET TURN

Strobe Playback to a card (see page 71).

To cancel Multiple Strobe Playback

Press the STILL button again.

Note:

• Multiple Strobe Playback cannot be used

during video search, still or slow playback, or together with Picture Effect Playback.

MUL TI

F RAME

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off, and then play back from before the scene you want in Multiple Strobe Playback.

Advanced Features

Camera Recording

Using the LCD MonitorRemote Control

Available modes: all modes

The built-in LCD monitor can be detached from the camcorder and used as a remote control. It is possible to steady the camcorder (e.g. attach it to a tripod) and perform various operations from a distance while checking the operations on the LCD monitor-remote control screen.

Detaching the LCD Monitor

1 Remove the battery pack or DC cable

from the camcorder.

2 Open the LCD monitor.

3 Hold up the LCD monitor UNLOCK

release (1) and slide the LCD monitor in the direction of the arrow (2) to remove it.

LCD monitor

UNLOCK

release

5 Align the shape of the connector with

the terminal on the LCD monitor and insert the connector until it locks into place.

Terminal

Connector

To attach the LCD monitor to the camcorder

1 Perform step 1 above.

2 Hold down the catches (1) and pull out

the connector of the detachable LCD cable from the LCD monitor (2).

Catches

3 Hold up the UNLOCK release (1) and

slide the bracket of the detachable LCD cable in the direction of the arrow (2) to remove it.

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4 Align the d mark on the bracket of the

supplied detachable LCD cable with the f mark on the camcorder (1), and slide the bracket in the direction of the arrow (2) until it locks into place.

Bracket

UNLOCK

release

4 Place the bracket of the LCD monitor

against the LCD monitor mounting surface, and slide the bracket in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place.

Bracket

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Operating the LCD Monitor-Remote Control

1 Supply power to the camcorder.

2 Set the Media Selection switch on the

camcorder to TAPE, DUAL, or CARD.

3 Set the POWER switch on the

camcorder to CAMERA or VCR.

4 Operate the desired controls on the LCD

monitor-remote control.

• See the next page for the on-screen control buttons available on the LCD monitor-remote control.

POWER ON/OFF switch

CONTROL dial

POWER ON/OFF switch

• When the POWER switch on the camcorder is set to CAMERA or VCR, it is possible to turn

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the camcorder power on or off by sliding the POWER ON/OFF switch on the LCD monitorremote control.

To change the camcorder mode

1 Hold down the CONTROL dial for more

than 2 seconds.

• The MODE SELECT screen is displayed.

MODE SELECT

TAPE

RECPBPB

DUA L

CARD

REC

CARD REC

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2 Touch the desired camcorder mode.

• TAPE REC: TAPE-CAMERA mode

• DUAL REC: DUAL-CAMERA mode

• CARD REC: CARD-CAMERA mode

• TAPE PB: TAPE-VCR mode

• CARD PB: CARD-VCR mode

CONTROL dial

• It is possible to perform the following operations by turning the CONTROL dial. —Zoom control in the CAMERA modes —Volume control in TAPE-VCR mode —Zoom control in Playback Zoom mode

(when the playback zoom indicator is displayed in yellow)

• It is possible to adjust the settings on the menu screen by turning and pressing the CONTROL dial.

On-screen Control Buttons on the LCD Monitor-Remote Control

See the reference pages for the details of operation.

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• The Self-timer function cannot be used in the LCD Monitor-Remote Control mode.

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Adjusting the White Balance

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The colour of the image tends to look different from that of the actual subject, depending on the type of lighting source. Select a White Balance mode option to record a picture in colours as natural as possible.

White Balance mode options

AUTO: Colouring adjusted automatically for the

current lighting condition

OUTDOOR: For recording outdoors on a sunny

day

INDOOR: For recording indoors with halogen

lamps or incandescent lighting

LOCK: Fix the setting to the standard balance

(White Balance Lock)

MANUAL: Deliberately change colouring

Note:

• White balance cannot be adjusted when the SUPER CAT’S EYE switch is set to ON.

Manual Selection switch

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W/B button

Selecting OUTDOOR/INDOOR White Balance mode

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, set the

Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.

3 Touch [WHITE BAL.] to display the

WHITE BAL. selection screen.

MANUAL

WHI T E BA L .

EXPOSURE

BRIGHTER

SHUT .SPE ED

SCENE MENU

Note: To cancel selecting a White Balance mode, touch [RETURN] on the WHITE BAL. selection screen.

AUTO

OFF

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4 Touch [OUTDOOR] or [INDOOR].

• The selected White Balance mode is displayed on the MANUAL screen.

WH I T E B AL .

WHITE BAL. selection screen

AUTO LOCK

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UAL

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5 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected White Balance mode.

• The camera recording screen is displayed.

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Locking the white balance

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Selecting

OUTDOOR/INDOOR White Balance mode”.

2 Aim the lens at a white object.

• Adjust the distance of the object so that the entire screen is white.

3 Press the W/B button to set the white

balance lock.

• “LOCK” flashes during the locking procedure.

• To cancel the locking procedure, press the W/B button again.

MANUAL

WHI T E BA L .

EXPOSURE

BRIGHTER

SHUT .SPE ED

SCENE MENU

LOCK

AUTO

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Note: If you move the camcorder while “LOCK” is flashing, “LOCK” may not stop flashing. If this occurs, press the W/B button to cancel the locking procedure, and then repeat step 3.

4 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to fix the white balance lock setting.

• The camera recording screen is displayed.

Manually adjusting the white balance

1 Perform steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting

OUTDOOR/INDOOR White Balance mode”.

2 Touch [MANUAL] to display the WHITE

BAL. adjustment screen.

WH I T E B AL .

AUTO LOCK

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UAL

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3 Touch [B] (Blue) or [R] (Red) to adjust

the colour of the on-screen picture.

WHITE BAL. adjustment screen

4 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the adjusted white balance setting.

• The camera recording screen is displayed.

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Notes:

• If the light source changes or if you move from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa, when recording with the white balance locked, the white balance may shift. Reset the white balance lock.

• You can also set the white balance lock by touching [LOCK] on the WHITE BAL. selection screen after performing step 3 of “Selecting OUTDOOR/INDOOR White Balance mode”.

Touch [AUTO] in step 4 of “Selecting OUTDOOR/INDOOR White Balance mode”.

Notes:

• In order to check the manual setting state after setting the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL LOCK to lock the setting, reset the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL.

• The camcorder will return to Auto White Balance mode if a scene setting is selected and then cancelled afterward.

• Manual White Balance cannot be used with Night Recording.

• See page 68 to cancel all the manual settings selected on the MANUAL screen.

To return to Auto White Balance mode

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MAN -

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Camera Recording

Manual Exposure

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The camcorder is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically chooses the optimal aperture. When there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background, however, you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use the manual exposure function to adjust the exposure level (F-number) and correct the aperture.

Example of use

• Background is too bright and subject too dark (backlit subject). —Select a smaller F-number (to allow more

light through the lens).

• Subject is too bright against background. —Select a larger F-number (to allow less light

through the lens).

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, set the

Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.

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4 Touch [MANUAL] to display the

EXPOSURE adjustment screen.

EXPOSURE selection screen

5 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired F-

number.

• The number shown is the selected Fnumber.

• The adjustment range is 15 steps from F1.6 (most light) to F19 (least light).

EXPOSURE

EXPOSURE adjustment screen

Note: You can also adjust the F-number by rotating the Manual Focus ring while the EXPOSURE adjustment screen is displayed.

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6 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected Fnumber.

• The camera recording screen is displayed.

3 Touch [EXPOSURE] to display the

EXPOSURE selection screen.

MANUAL

WHITE BAL.

EXPOSURE

BRIGHTER

SHUT .SPE ED

SCENE MENU

Note: To cancel setting Manual Exposure, touch [RETURN] on the EXPOSURE selection screen.

AUTO

OFF

To cancel Manual Exposure mode

Touch [AUTO] in step 4 above.

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• In order to check the manual setting state after performing step 6, reset the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL.

• The camcorder will return to Auto Exposure

mode if a scene setting is selected and then cancelled afterward.

• Manual Exposure cannot be used with Night Recording.

• See page 68 to cancel all the manual settings selected on the MANUAL screen.

Manual Gain

AUT O

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Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA, 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 too dark (backlit subject). —Select a larger gain value (to increase the

light sensitivity).

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, set the

Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.

4 Touch [MANUAL] to display the

BRIGHTER adjustment screen.

BRIGHTER selection screen

5 Touch [K] or [L] 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 +18dB (highest sensitivity).

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Note: If you select a large gain value, the image may appear grainy.

6 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected gain value.

• The camera recording screen is displayed.

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3 Touch [BRIGHTER] to display the

BRIGHTER selection screen.

MANUAL

WHITE BAL.

EXPOSURE

BRIGHTER

SHUT .SPE ED

SCENE MENU

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Note: To cancel setting Manual Gain, touch [RETURN] on the BRIGHTER selection screen.

To cancel Manual Gain

Touch [AUTO] in step 4 above.

Notes:

• In order to check the manual setting state after performing step 6, reset the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL.

• The camcorder will return to Auto Gain mode

if a scene setting is selected and then cancelled afterward.

• Manual Gain cannot be used with Night Recording.

• See page 68 to cancel all the manual settings selected on the MANUAL screen.

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WHITE BAL.

AUTO

EXPOSURE

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Camera Recording

Setting the Shutter Speed

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

The shutter speed of the camcorder is preset to auto mode, which automatically chooses 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.

Recommended shutter speeds

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).

Recommended

shutter speed

1/10,000 sec.

1/1,000 sec.

1/250 sec.

Manual Selection switch

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, set the

Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.

3 Touch [SHUT.SPEED] to display the

SHUT.SPEED selection screen.

• When you want to reduce the light by half. Use as a substitute for

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an ND2 filter.

1/120 sec.

• Recording in a poorlyilluminated location.

• When you want to create

1/25 sec.

artistic trailing images of fast-moving subjects.

Tips on using the manual shutter speed

• Fast shutter speeds can be used with the still recording functions (see pages 40 to 42 and

87) 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.

Note: To cancel setting the manual shutter

speed, touch [RETURN] on the SHUT.SPEED selection screen.

4 Touch [MANUAL] to display the

SHUT.SPEED adjustment screen.

SHUT.SPEED selection screen

5 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

shutter speed.

• The number shown is the selected shutter speed.

• In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, the adjustment range is 17 steps from 1/25 sec. (“25”) (slowest shutter speed) to 1/10,000 sec. (“10000”) (fastest shutter speed).

• In CARD-CAMERA mode, the adjustment range is 9 steps from 1/25 sec. (“25”) (slowest shutter speed) to 1/500 sec. (“500”) (fastest shutter speed).

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6 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected shutter speed.

• The camera recording screen is displayed.

To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode

Touch [AUTO] in step 4 above.

Notes:

• Recording with a shutter speed faster than 1/50 sec. tends to darken the picture. It is best to record in a brightly-lit location in sunlight or with video lights or other auxiliary illumination.

• Using a fast shutter speed under fluorescent lighting will cause flickering in the picture and possibly periodic colour shifts.

• In order to check the manual setting state after performing step 6, reset the Manual Selection switch to MANUAL.

• The camcorder will return to Auto Shutter Speed mode if a scene setting is selected and then cancelled afterward.

• The manual shutter speed setting cannot be used with Night Recording.

• See page 68 to cancel all the manual settings selected on the MANUAL screen.

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WHITE BAL.

AUTO

EXPOSURE

BRIGHTER

SHUT .SPE ED

SCENE MENU

AUTO

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Camera Recording

Scene Menu (Programme AE)

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

You can set the camcorder to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation by just selecting one of the scene settings shown below.

Scene setting options

Scene setting

SHUT. SPEED

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EXPOSURE

SPORT

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DUSK

You can manually adjust the shutter speed. The camcorder will automatically choose the optimal exposure level (Fnumber) according to the selected shutter speed.

You can manually adjust the exposure level (F-number). The camcorder will automatically choose the optimal shutter speed according to the selected exposure level.

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.

You can record without darkening the subject even if the background is particularly bright. This is effective for recording at ski areas or when swimming in the ocean.

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 illuminated by a spotlight.

You can accurately record the red of the setting sun and the surrounding twilight.

Effect

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, set the

Manual Selection switch to MANUAL to display the MANUAL screen.

3 Touch [SCENE MENU] to display the

SCENE MENU selection screen.

Note: To cancel selecting a scene setting, touch [OFF] on the SCENE MENU selection screen.

4 Touch the desired scene setting.

• The selected scene setting is displayed in yellow.

• If you select the SHUT.SPEED or EXPOSURE scene setting, follow the procedure on the next page.

SCENE MENU selection screen

5 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected scene setting.

• The selected scene setting indicator is displayed on the camera recording screen.

Scene setting indicator

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Selecting the SHUT.SPEED scene setting

1 After performing step 3 on the previous

page, touch [SHUT.SPEED] to display the SCENE MENU shutter speed adjustment screen.

SCEN E MENU

OFF

SHUT . SP EED

EXPOSURE

Note: To cancel selecting the SHUT.SPEED scene setting, touch [OFF] on the SCENE MENU shutter speed adjustment screen.

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2 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

shutter speed.

• In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA mode, the adjustment range is 17 steps from 1/25 sec. (“25”) to 1/10,000 sec. (“10000”).

• In CARD-CAMERA mode, the adjustment range is 9 steps from 1/25 sec. (“25”) to 1/500 sec. (“500”).

• The F-number is adjusted accordingly.

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MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected scene setting.

• “SHUT.SPEED” is displayed on the camera recording screen.

Scene setting indicator

SHUT .SP EED

Selecting the EXPOSURE scene setting

1 After performing step 3 on the previous

page, touch [EXPOSURE] to display the SCENE MENU exposure adjustment screen.

Note: To cancel selecting the EXPOSURE scene setting, touch [OFF] on the SCENE MENU exposure adjustment screen.

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired F-

number.

• The adjustment range is 15 steps from F1.6 to F19.

• The shutter speed is adjusted accordingly.

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SCENE MENU exposure adjustment screen

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3 Set the Manual Selection switch to

MANUAL LOCK to lock the selected scene setting.

• “EXPOSURE” is displayed on the camera recording screen.

Scene setting indicator

EXPOSURE

To cancel the scene setting

Touch [OFF] in step 4 on the previous page.

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Note:

• Scene settings cannot be used with Night Recording.

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Manual Focus

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

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.

Subject is too dark.

Fast-moving subject. Background is too bright.

Subject has horizontal stripes.

Light reflects off the subject.

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.

Power Zoom buttons

Manual Focus ring

FOCUS switch

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, set the

FOCUS switch to MANU.

• “MF” is displayed.

Manual focus indicator

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Subject has fine, repeated

Fast-speed shutter being

used under fluorescent

patterns.

lighting.

Subjects at different distances

appear in the centre of the scene

at the same time.

3 Press the Power Zoom buttons to frame

the subject as you desire.

4 Rotate the Manual Focus ring to focus

on the subject.

• When the indicator is displayed, the focus will be at infinity. You cannot focus any closer when the indicator is displayed.

Notes:

• The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is within approximately 1.5 m. Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing.

• If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder may not be able to correctly focus.

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.

Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto Mode

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA, CARD-CAMERA

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.

Manual Selection switch

FOCUS switch

1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA,

DUAL-CAMERA, or CARD-CAMERA mode.

2 In Recording Standby mode, if the

Manual Selection switch is set to MANUAL LOCK or MANUAL, set the switch to AUTO.

• All the manual settings selected on the MANUAL screen are cancelled.

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AUTO

Release the FOCUS switch to return to Manual Focus mode.

To cancel Manual Focus mode

Set the FOCUS switch to AUTO.

AUTO

3 If the FOCUS switch is set to MANU, set

the switch to AUTO.

• Manual Focus mode is cancelled.

• “AUTO” is displayed.

AUTO

Full Auto mode indicator

Advanced Features Camera Recording

Using the Zoom Microphone

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

With the supplied zoom microphone, you can record audio according to the magnification of the zoom lens to produce the optimum sound. You can also set the zoom microphone to record only sounds at a distance.

Mounting the Zoom Microphone

1 Hold the zoom microphone as shown in

the figure, and mount it to the accessory shoe by sliding 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 zoom microphone.

Screw

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Selecting Zoom Microphone Mode

Zoom Microphone mode options

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 and

the built-in microphone is turned on. This allows you to record a wider range of sound than with the zoom microphone.

1 Mount the zoom microphone to the

camcorder.

2 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “E”, and then

touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “ZOOM MIC”, and then touch [SET].

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TELE OFF

Removing the zoom microphone

Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, and then pull off the zoom microphone.

Cautions:

• Use the zoom microphone with the windscreen left on (see page vii). Taking the windscreen off will significantly increase the volume of wind.

• Do not pick up the camcorder by the zoom

microphone, as this may cause the camcorder or zoom microphone to break down.

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4 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

Zoom Microphone mode, and then touch [SET].

ZOOM MI C

AUTO

5 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Note:

• When using the zoom microphone, it is recommended to set the WIND menu item to either “NORMAL” or “STRONG”, whichever is better suited to the conditions (see page 70).

Windbreak

Dialogue Recording

Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUAL-

CAMERA

The windbreak function allows you to reduce annoying noise from strong winds when recording.

Windbreak mode options

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.

Note:

• The audio recorded in NORMAL or STRONG Windbreak mode may sound somewhat altered when played back.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “E”, and then

touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “WIND”, and then touch [SET].

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AUDIO MODE

ZOOM MI C

WI ND

DI ALOG REC

RETURN

SET

NORMA L

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Available modes: TAPE-CAMERA, DUALCAMERA

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 Dialogue Recording function to pick up the speaker’s voice more distinctly.

1 In TAPE-CAMERA or DUAL-CAMERA

mode, display the menu screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “E”, and then

touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “DIALOG REC”, and then touch [SET].

AUD IO SE T

AUDIO MODE ZOOM MI C WI ND

DI ALOG REC

RETURN

SET

OFF

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3 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ON”, and

then touch [SET].

DI ALOG REC

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

To cancel Dialogue Recording

Select “OFF” and then touch [SET] in step 3 above.

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3 Touch [K] or [L] to select the desired

Windbreak mode, and then touch [SET].

WI ND

STRONG

4 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

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Playback

Dubbing Images from a Tape to a Card

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

It is possible to make a still image from your favourite frame of a motion video recorded on the tape and dub that image on the card. It is also possible to automatically dub still images recorded on the tape to the card (Auto Capture).

Dubbing a Selected Image

1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette

and a card in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

and then begin tape playback.

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3 Press the STILL button at the point

where the desired image appears.

• A still picture of the image is displayed.

4 Touch [REC] to dub the still image to the

card.

• The O indicator flashes red while the

still image is being recorded.

CAN-

REC

CEL

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CAN-

REC

CEL

6 0

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5 Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the still

image.

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REC

CEL

6 0

min60min

Note: To cancel dubbing, touch [CANCEL].

Auto Capture

Use of the auto capture function allows still images of 30 seconds or longer as recorded on a tape to be automatically dubbed on the card.

1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette

and a card in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

and then rewind the tape to the beginning.

3 Display the menu screen (see page 31).

4 Touch [K] or [L] to select “ I ”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “CAPTURE”, and then touch [SET].

PLAYBACK SET

PI C.EFFECT

CAPTURE

PB ZOOM MUL TI

RETURN

F RAME

EXECUTE

RE -SET TURN

5 Touch [SET] to display the CAPTURE

screen.

RE -SET TURN

CAPTURE

REW

PLAY/

ST IL L

STOP

SET CAN-

CEL

6 Touch [SET] to begin Auto Capture.

• Fast forward search and still playback of the tape are repeatedly performed, and still images recorded on the tape are copied onto the card in order.

SETSTOP

CANCEL

CAPTURE

Number of images

copied

REW SEARCH

PLAY/ ST IL L

STOP

CAN-

SET

CEL

When Auto Capture finishes, “FINISHED” is displayed.

7 Touch [CANCEL] to turn off the

CAPTURE screen, and then touch [RETURN] until the menu screen turns off.

Notes:

• To cancel Auto Capture, touch [CANCEL] on the CAPTURE screen.

• If the card fills up during Auto Capture, “MEMORY CARD FULL” will be displayed and copying operations will end.

• Still images of less than 30 seconds in length

may not be recorded during Auto Capture.

• If the motion video recorded between one still image and the next is 30 seconds or less in length, the next still image may not be recorded during Auto Capture.

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off or remove the card during Auto Capture, as this may result in deletion of images on the card or damage to the card itself.

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Features

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Tape Playback Using the Indices

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

The initial parts of each recording on a tape can be automatically recorded on the card to make an index list. It is also possible to manually add the desired scene to the index list. You can then easily select the playback start position from the list display.

Creating Indices

1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette

and a card in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

and then rewind the tape to the beginning.

3 Touch [1/3] until the [3/3] screen

appears.

4 Touch [INDEX] to display the INDEX

screen.

3/3

AUDIO

I NDEX

INDEX

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MEN U

Note: To cancel creating indices, touch [RETURN].

DATA NOT FOUND

TAPE I D002

UAL

5 Touch [AUTO].

• Fast forward search and still playback of the tape are repeatedly performed, and the initial parts of the scenes are recorded on the card in order.

INDEX

AUTO I NDEX

Number of indices

Notes:

• Maximum of 60 indices can be created for one tape.

• It is possible to create indices for multiple tapes on a single card.

• It may not be possible to create 60 indices depending on the available storage capacity of

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the card.

• It may not be possible to create an index for a short scene having a recording time of about 30 seconds or less.

Caution:

• Do not turn the power off or remove the card while creating indices, as this may result in deletion of images on the card or damage to the card itself.

created

Note: To cancel creating indices, touch [RETURN].

When the camcorder finishes creating the indices, the AUTO INDEX screen automatically turns off.

UAL

INDEX 0 /60

TAPE I D002

RE -AUTO MAN- DEL TURN

RE TURN

To add the index of the desired scene

INDEX

RE -AUTO MAN- DEL

UAL

TURN

TAPE I D002

PAGE1 /1

RE -DEL

ALL

TURN

INDEX DE LETE TAPE ID002

DEL

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1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette

and the card with the indices for the cassette in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

and then touch [1/3] until the [3/3] screen appears.

6 Touch [SET] at the point where the

desired scene appears.

• The image of the scene is recorded on the card as an index.

STOP

SET

RE TURN

3 Touch [INDEX] to display the INDEX

screen.

4 Touch [MANUAL] to display the

MANUAL INDEX screen.

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UAL

TAPE I D002

PAGE1 /1

SET

INDEX

MANUAL I NDEX

REW

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PLAY/ ST IL L

STOP

5 Touch [REW] or [FF] to rewind or fast

forward the tape to before the desired scene, and then touch [PLAY/STILL] to begin playback.

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REW NOW RECORD ING

PLAY/ ST IL L

RE -DEL TURN

STOP

• If you want to add another index, touch [STOP] to stop playback, and then repeat steps 5 and 6.

7 Touch [STOP] to stop playback, and

then touch [RETURN] to turn off the MANUAL INDEX screen.

To delete indices

RE TURN

1 Perform steps 1 to 3 of “To add the

index of the desired scene”.

2 Touch [DEL] to display the INDEX

DELETE screen.

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RE CORD I NG TO

MEMORY CARD

SET

RE TURN

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3 To delete a particular index, touch the

desired index (1), and then touch [DEL] (2).

INDEX DE LETE TAPE ID002

ALL

DELETE ?

YES NO

Note: If the index you want to delete does not appear, touch [H] or [J] to scroll through the indices.

To delete all the indices on the card,

touch [DEL ALL].

INDEX DE LETE TAPE ID002

DEL ALL

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DELETE ALL ?

YES NO

• To cancel deletion, touch [NO].

4 Touch [YES] to delete the index/indices.

• If you delete a particular index, the following indices are packed together toward the front.

• If you want to delete another particular index, repeat steps 2 to 4.

PAGE1 /1

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TAPE I D002

PAGE1 /1

RE -DEL

TURN

PAGE1 /1

Tape Playback Using the Indices

1 Insert the recorded Mini DV cassette

and the card with the indices for the

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cassette in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode,

and then touch [1/3] until the [3/3] screen appears.

3 Touch [INDEX] to display the INDEX

screen.

3/3

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AUDIO

I NDEX

MEN U

INDEX

Note: Tape ID is the reference number that is assigned to each tape.

4 If the index of the scene you want to

play back does not appear, touch [H] or [J] to scroll through the indices.

5 Touch the desired index to select, and

then touch the index again to set.

• To set the index enclosed by the selection frame, you only need to touch

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the index once.

• The tape rewinds or fast forwards to the beginning of the selected scene; playback then starts automatically.

TAPE I D002

PAGE1 /1

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N- DEL L

TURN

INDEX PLAY

Tape ID

TAPE I D002

PAGE1 /1

UAL

Page display

TAPE I D002

PAGE1 /1

DEL

UAL

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Looking Up the Indices Contained

DEL

PAGE1 /1

RE TURN

INDEX SE ARCH TAPE ID002

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TURN

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on a Card

You can use this feature to find out whether indices for the tape that you want to play back are recorded on a card.

1 In TAPE-VCR mode, display the menu

screen (see page 31).

2 Touch [K] or [L] to select “R”, and

then touch [SET]. Touch [K] or [L] to select “INDEX SRCH”, and then touch [SET].

OTHERS

REMOTE SOUND TIME CODE TC OUT

INDEX

SRCH

RET URN

EXECUTE

RE -SET TURN

3 Touch [SET] to display the INDEX

SEARCH screen.

• The first indices for each tape are displayed.

5 Touch the desired index to select, and

then touch the index again to set.

• To set the index enclosed by the selection frame, you only need to touch the index once.

• The indices for the selected tape are displayed.

• You can delete the desired index by performing steps 3 and 4 of “To delete indices” on page 75.

RE -SET TURN

INDEX SE ARCH TAPE I D001

PAGE1 /1

RE TURN

4 If the index for the tape you are search-

ing for does not appear and multiple index list pages are recorded, touch [H] or [J] to switch the page.

6 Touch [RETURN] until the menu screen

turns off.

Note:

• To return to the previous screens, touch

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[RETURN].

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Advanced

Features

Advanced Features Playback

Editing

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 programme 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/S-video cable, as shown.

Recording

CHANNEL

PAUSE /STILL

PLAY

STOP/

POWER

To S-video

input

terminal

Audio/video/S-video cable (supplied)

To AV+S terminal

EJECT

REC

TV/VCRSET UP

Yellow: To video input jack White: To audio input (L) jack Red: To audio input (R) jack

Playback

Cutting Unwanted Sequences

1 Play back 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 readings at the beginning and end of that sequence (see page 51). 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 Touch [PLAY/STILL] on the [1/3] screen

to begin playback, and 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

Touch [b] (Stop) on the [1/3] screen, and press the Stop button on the VCR.

Features

Advanced

Notes:

• If your VCR has an S-video input terminal, you can use the S-video plug of the supplied audio/ video/S-video cable for the video connection on the VCR. (The yellow video plug does not need to be connected to the VCR.)

• If your VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection 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.

• If the date and time and/or the time code are displayed on the camcorder screen, they will be recorded along with the edited sequences. Turn them off if you do not want to record them on the edited sequences (see pages 50 and 51).

• The camcorder cannot be used as the recording source when editing analogue signals.

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 DV cable (commercially available). A DV cable is able to transfer all dubbing signals including video and audio.

Video equipment

with DV terminal

(e.g. DV camcorder)

To DV terminal

To Record from Video Equipment

1 Insert a Mini DV cassette, and then set

the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode.

2 Begin playback on the video equipment

connected to the camcorder.

• Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is being properly received.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button on

the camcorder.

• The camcorder enters Recording Standby mode.

4 Touch [PLAY/STILL] on the [1/3] screen

to begin recording.

To stop recording

Touch [b] (Stop) on the [1/3] screen.

DV cable (commercially available)

To DV terminal

To Record to Video Equipment

Perform “Cutting Unwanted Sequences” on page 77, 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.

Cutting unwanted sequences

1 Touch [g] (Play/Still) on the [1/3]

screen to pause recording when the source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.

2 Touch [g] (Play/Still) again 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 the playback mode or the DV cable is not properly connected, “NO SIGNAL” is displayed on the camcorder screen.

• When 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 screen and the recording function is disabled (see page 107).

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Audio Dubbing Feature

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

You can add narration to a tape recorded with this camcorder by using the built-in stereo microphone, while preserving the original audio and video recording.

Built-in stereo microphone

Note:

• Audio dubbing cannot be performed via the DV terminal.

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

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: Dubbed stereo (left and right) sound

16-bit audio recording

The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 over the original right sound. Both the dubbed and original sounds are in mono.

Audio 1: Original left sound Audio 2: Dubbed sound

Note:

• You can select the 12-bit or 16-bit audio recording mode by performing the procedure on page 33.

Features

Advanced

Audio Dubbing

Note:

• Use a Mini DV cassette recorded in SP mode.

Audio Dubbing is not possible with LP mode recordings.

1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassette

and locate the tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing.

2 Touch [g] (Play/Still) on the [1/3]

screen to pause playback.

3 Touch [1/3] to display the [2/3] screen.

To pause audio dubbing

Touch [STOP].

To quit audio dubbing

Touch [RETURN]. The AUDIO DUB screen turns off and playback stops.

If you wish to change the dubbed audio or dub additional scenes

1 Touch [RETURN] to turn off the AUDIO

DUB screen.

2 Repeat steps 1 to 5 above.

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1/3 DI

4 Touch [AUDIO DUB] to display the

AUDIO DUB screen.

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PB ZOOM

GAMMA PB

AUDI O DUB

AUD IO DUB

START

STOP

RETURN

min

5 Touch [START] to begin audio dubbing.

AUD IO DUB

START

STOP

RETURN

min

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. Touch [START] to resume operation.

• Audio dubbing will automatically stop if a portion of the tape recorded in LP mode or an unrecorded portion of the tape is encountered.

• You can play back the dubbed audio and the original audio together or separately (see “Selecting the Audio Playback Mode” on the next page).

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Features

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Selecting the Audio Playback Mode

Available mode: TAPE-VCR

You can select any of the following audio playback modes to listen to the dubbed audio.

Audio 1+2

• 12-bit audio recording in stereo (Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels)

• 16-bit audio recording in stereo (left and right channels)

Audio 1

• 12-bit audio recording in stereo (Audio 1 channel only)

• 16-bit audio recording in mono (left channel only)

Audio 2

• 12-bit audio recording in stereo (Audio 2 channel only)

• 16-bit audio recording in mono (right channel only)

1 Play back a Mini DV cassette with

dubbed audio.

2 Touch [1/3] until the [3/3] screen

appears.

• The audio playback mode indicator is displayed.

Audio playback

Features

Advanced

1/3 DI

3/3

AUDIO

I NDEX

MEN U

mode indicator

DISP

AUD IO 1+2

min

3 Touch [AUDIO] to select the desired

audio playback mode.

• Each time you touch [AUDIO], the audio playback mode indicator changes as shown.

3/3

DISP

AUDIO

I NDEX

AUD IO1+2

AUDIO2 AUDIO1

Note:

• The audio playback mode indicator, “AUDIO”, is displayed in different colours depending on the audio recording mode (12- or 16-bit) used for the recording being played back. A white display indicates 12-bit audio recording mode, and a green display, 16-bit audio recording mode.

AUD IO 1+2

Transferring Still Images to Your Computer

It is possible to transfer still images or still playback images from the camcorder to a personal computer by using the supplied Video Capture Software and PC connecting cable.

Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer

1 Turn off the camcorder and computer.

2 Connect the camcorder to the computer

as shown below.

System Requirements

• IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intel® Pentium 133 MHz or faster processor

• Microsoft Windows 95B, Windows 95C, Windows 98, Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000 Professional*, or Windows Me operating system

• 32 MB or more of RAM

• 9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space

• SVGA (800 × 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

*To install the software in Windows 2000 Professional,

you must log in as Administrator.

Installing the Software

1 Turn on the computer 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.

4 Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon.

5 Double click on the “Setup.exe” file.

6 Follow the on-screen instructions to

install the software.

7 Restart the computer.

To RS-232C port

PC connecting cable (supplied)

COMMUNICATION jack

(D-sub 9-pin port)

PC COMMUNICATION

To PC

3 Turn on the computer.

4 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 computer. — TAPE-VCR/CARD-VCR mode: Playback Zoom,

Picture Effect Playback

— TAPE-CAMERA/DUAL-CAMERA/CARD-

CAMERA mode: digital zoom, digital picture effects, Scene Menu

• Using a commercially available PC card adapter for each card type, it is possible to transfer still images directly from a card to a computer (see page 101).

• To edit still images transferred with the Video Capture Software, use commercially available image editing software.

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Features

Advanced Features Playback

Using the PDF Software Manual

The PDF manual for the Video Capture Software is included in the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the PDF manual for detailed information on the use of the Video Capture Software.

Note:

• For the latest product information concerning the Video Capture Software, be sure to read the “Readme” text file located in the “Readme” folder on the supplied CD-ROM. Select the “Readme” text file in the language 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 for the Video Capture Software. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, perform the 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.

Features

Advanced

Language File name

Chinese, Simplified ar40chs.exe

Chinese, Traditional ar405cht.exe

Dutch ar405dut.exe

English ar405eng.exe

French ar405fre.exe

German ar405deu.exe

Italian ar405ita.exe

Korean ar405kor.exe

Portuguese ar405por.exe

Spanish, Castilian ar405esl.exe

Swedish ar405swe.exe

6 Follow the on-screen instructions to

install Adobe Acrobat Reader.

7 Restart the computer.

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 the steps of “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 computer.

3 Select your print settings, and then click

“OK”.

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