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ble @f ¢@n ents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Parts Checklist ...................................................................................................... 6 Buttons and Controls .......................................................................................... 7 Using Some Basic Controls .................................................................................. POWER CAMERA-OFF-PLAY Switch .............................................................
bJe @f ¢@ntents User Modes ........................................................................................................ Select a User Mode ..................................................................................... 3S 35 Using the Menu Screens ................................................................................... Turn on Menu Screens (User Mode Set to AUTO) .................................... Turn on Menu Screens (User Mode Set to MANUAL) .............................
ble Chapter @f ¢@n ents 4: Playback Playback Options ............................................................................................... Tape Playback Using the LCD Monitor ...................................................... Playback Using the Viewfinder .................................................................. Playback Features .............................................................................................. Still Playback ............................................
bJe @f ¢@ntents Chapter 6: Digital Still Camera Card Recording ................................................................................................ Select Picture Quality and Image Size ..................................................... Recording with a Guide Frame ................................................................ Recording with the Self Timer ................................................................. Formatting a Card ..................................................
Chapter Connections Chapter & Setup Overview: • Parts Checklist • Buttons and Controls • Getting • Powering • Using the Shoulder • Attaching • Setting the Date and Time • Setting the Tape Recording Started the Camcorder Strap the Lens Hood Changing Entertainment. Speed Again.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Parts Checklist M_Lk__ sure the box includes the items shown Battery pack Part # 252762 Camcorder CR2025 type lithium cell Lens hood Part # 254415 16MB MultiMediaCard Part # 254416 Power connector Part # 254335 Lens Cap Part #254233 AC adapter/ battery charger Part # 252767 Power cord for adapter/charger Part # 254598 Audio/Video/ S-video cable Part # 254336 Shoulder strap Part # 254338 Zoom microphone Part # 254414 Card Reader/Writer Part # 254417 Caution: Only use the
¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup Buttons and Controls STILL button NIGHT MODE "OFF/ON switch Terminal ' A udio/Video/S- Video and DV jacks UNLOCK buHon DUAL/TAPE/CARD switch Hand REC START/STOP bu_on strap POWER CAMERA/OFF/PLAY switch Zoom (W/T) and Volume buttons (VOL +/-) shoe Manual focus ring CONTROL dial FOCUS switch AUTO/MANU/PUSH Microphone Chapter _ AUTO PHONES jack 7
¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup EASY/MANUAL/AUTO switch Viewfinder MENU/DISPLAY button focus control loop Navigation buttons OPEN release button Card slot cover Card slot CARD OPEN button Lithium battery holder card slot cover) TAPE OPEN switch Tripod Camcorder Bottom View 8 Chap[e_
¢@nnec @ns Using Some Setup Basic Controls Som_" of the" camcord_'r's basic controls ar_, dcscrib_'d her{'. POWER CAMERA-OFF-PLAY Switch To turn th(" powor on, hold down th(" Lock button and set the" POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAY_ To turn the" power without Lock button POWERswitch pressing off set the" POWER switch to OFF the Lock button.
¢@nnec i@ns Setup MENU/DISPLAY MENU/DISPLAY button Viewfinder monitor The MENI iI)ISPLAY Button button is used to turn menu screens and on screen indicators in the viewfinder and LCD monitor. the on and off' Press the MENI iI)ISPLAY button repeatedly turn the menus and displays on or off. to CONTROL Dial The CONTROL dial is used to ad}ust the settings on the mode and menu screens in the viewfinder and/ or LCI) monitor.
¢@nnec @ns Getting Setup Started This s_,ction c]_'scrib_'s the' basics on how to s_,t up your camcordcr to r_'cord f_)r the" first tim_'. Rof_,r to the oth_'r s_'ctions for clotai]_,d opt'ration and f'_'atur_" options.
¢@nnec_i@ns _ Setup Attach the Lens Cap to the Camcorder 1. To prevent losing the lens cap, attach the string to the camcorder as".%t?olgt?and attach the lens cap to the clip on the handstrap during recording. 2. When you the sides the lens are finished of the lens of the recording, cap and place press in it over camcorder. Attach a Power Supply Since" the" battci T must [)_,charged b_,f\)r_"it can b_" clsed the" first tim_', you n_,_'d to else an AC outh't to pow_'r the" camcordor.
¢@nnec i@ns Insert and Remove Setup a Memory Card This camcorder uses only MultiMediaCards (one supplied) or SD memory cards (commercially available) fi)r storage of still images. Card slot cover Insert a Card 1. Place" the" POWER switch to the" OFF position. 2. Hold 3. the camcorder as shozz n, and slide CARD OPEN button Insert into the slot with the a card to open the card and the notdled corner facing insert the card into the slot. CARD OPEN button MultiMediaCard 4.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Set the DSC MODE CARD) Switch The' cmqnc'order recording (DUAL/TAPE/ to DUAL operates as both on tap_" and a digital n \qdeo cam_,ra c'mqncra f_)r for recording still pictures. Lock button Caution: Do not change the DSC MODE switch during recording or playback as it may cause damage to your tape or memory card. DSC MODE switch Set the, DSC MODE switch to DUAL to record both video on tap_, and still pictures MultiMediaCard.
¢@nnec @ns Insert Mini_'NTSC 1. a Cassette Make sure power Mini DV Cassettes 2. This camcorder is designed work video with digital Only cassettes exclusively cassettes. marked be used in mind to compatible with media formats. tape ()tiler holder compartment is conn_,cted to a button and set the POWER to tile CAMERA Hold the camcorder OPEN and open p()sition. as shown. switch Slide and hold in tile tile cassette directkm of the compartlTtent door completely.
¢@nnec_i@ns _ Setup Use the LCD Monitor to See What's or Viewfinder Recording Using the LCD Monitor 1. Remove the h'ns cap. 2. Slide the OPEN button arrow the LCD monitor 3. and open You can tilt the monitor convenient Navigation Buttons LCD monHor 4. OPEN button in the direction viewing up to 180 while of the 90. fi)r recording. The brightness of the LCI) monitor can be adiusted clsing the on screen menus (see page 33).
¢@nnec @ns DSC MODE switch STILL button Setup Start Recording 1. Remove monitor. 2. Make sure you have inserted a cassette for video recording and/or a memo W card f\)r recording still pictures. 3. the lens cap, and ()p_ql the LCD Place tim EASY/MANUAL/AIYI'O switch to the A[ Yl'O position. REC START/ STOP button Lock button switch 4. Place the FOCUS switch to the AUtO 5. Place tim I)SC MODE switch to the DIAL positkm. positk)n. Power Zoom 6. W and T buttons 7.
¢@nnec_@ns VOL +/buttons _ DSC MODE switch Setup Play Your Taped Recording i. Set the, I)SC MOI)E 2. Press 3. Press button POWER switch I _ or _ 4. Press I_/ll 5. Press • More and View when 4 to rewind to the desired point. playback. finished inf'ormaton playing the tape. about 2. Press 4. using can be found the LCI) monitor o_ pa_es 3234. Your Still Pictures in the Lock switch button to CARI). and set the POWER to the PLAY position.
¢@nnec_@ns Powering _ Setup the Camcorder YOu can pow_q your camcorder with a batt_q T or th_ _ AC adapter/charger. b__ charged as descrihed o_ the _e:ct page b_f\_re it can b__ used to power The barrel T must file camcorder. Attaching the Battery to the Camcorder 1. Make 2. Pull the viewfinder 3. Align the 4. sure the tile _ P()WER mark switch is set to OFR all the way out and lift it up. on the side of the batte W to _1 on the camcorder. Press the locks into place.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Charging the Battery I. the pow_'r connectors Remove AC adapter/charger 2. Connect the supplied power socket insert • " CHARGE " "tor POWER 3. indicator 5. into to the AC a working the relY'fence mark on the adapter/charger. The cord mark until indicator CHARGE and AC outlet. The lights. into the groove 4. power Align CHARGE from the on the AC adapter/charger, the AC plug POWER cane if attached.
¢@nnec @ns Approximate Setup Charging Time Battery Charging Time 252762 approx. 100 rain. 252763 approx. 160 min Approximate Recording Time (in Minutes) Battery LCD Monitor Viewf_lderOn 252762 110 90 252763 220 180 On Note: Recording time is reduced significantly when you use the zoom or record-standby modes or LCD monitor repeatedl_ Battery level icon Battery The Level Icon batte W level LCI) monitor the rechargeable monitor, press the icon.
¢@nnec_@ns _ Setup Battery Care and Storage After repeated time is too charging short If the batte W pack down. Do not short Do not attempt parts /se and use, battel T life gradually to be useful, becomes the battel)"s the battel T should too hot, remove decreases. Wh_'n opt, ration and let it coot be replaced. it from the camcorder terminals. to disassembh" or modif_y ' the barrel)'. ']'here are no user_serviceable inside.
¢@nnec @ns 1. Place the 2. Pull out 3. Align the Hold the top bottom 4. 5. to the OFF position. refl'rence completely mark on tim power of tim power power tim power and liR up. connector connector connector flush in and slide connector's small plug with tim mark against tim camcorder, it down with until it locks the arrow facing and the on tim camcorder. and press into place. up into the the DC OUP on tim adapter/charger.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Using the Shoulder Strap ['h_' camcorder's shoulder and 1. Following 2. Fold 3. Repeat under Caution: shoulder when the strap is design_,d ready bring illustration, tile strap to let you the camcorder thread the strap carl T the camcorder to shooting through the position and thread it througll the buckle. the procedure to attach the other end of the strap When strap. carrying Make sure the strap the camcorder your quick eyelet.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Install the Clock Lithium Cell The supplied time lithium cell must be installed f\)r the camcorder to remember the date and settings. 1. Slide the CARD OPEN tile arrow Card slot cover to open button the card in the direction of slot cover. Pull out the cell bolder using the tip of a ballpoint pen or other pointed object. 3. Insert the lithium ceil into the cell holder the + side of the ceil facing holder. CARD OPEN button Lithium cell holder 4.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Set the Area, Date and Time The date and time must be set before it can be displayed. Set the clock for your standard time and use the daylight saving fi'ature desc,q&_d on pa_e 28' to set daylight savings time. Date and time information is ahvays recorded. ['he display can be _]rned on or off during playback or Lock button recording. POWERswitch 1. Press in the switch 2. 3. OPEN button 4.
¢@nnec_@ns Changing Mode tETURN I • Time After step 8 o / thep "ez'io spa ge, press • or • to select 12[1/24[t_ and then press M,2T. 2. Press • or • to select 24EI, and then press 24H 3. • to the 24-hour Setup 1. O i OISPLAY AREA DYLT SAVE ETTI_G _ ISETI I Press tklrI] the MENU/I)ISPLAY tile menu screen. button repeatedly to off' Notes: The date and time are recorded on the tape or card.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Set Daylight Saving Time If"your area obs_,rves daylight saving time turn on this fenture so the cnmcorder can automatically set its clock for daylight saving time. Lock button _ Press in the Lock button switch to CAMERA. 2. Press the LCD iiaonitor OPEN button and open the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENI 7I)ISPLAY button repeatedly display the menu screen. 4. Press • or • to select (D and then press .';UI" to display the CZOCK,';I_Tmenu. 5. Press • or • to select l,_7_7".
¢@nnec +@n+ Displaying Smtup the Date and Time of Recording Folk_w the procedure below to display the date or date and time. You can display tlw date and tim_" during both r_'cording and playback. ['he clock cell must be installed and the time and date set before you can display and record them (see pa_s 252,S'). {i ii/ DYLT SAVE I SETTInG i12H/24H RETURN • I • 1. Follow steps 1 through 5"azi_g ? b+>:). 2. Press • or • to select I)ISPLAYand 3.
¢@nnec @ns Setup Set the Tape Recording DSC MODE switch Speed You can s_'h'ct the" LP tap_" recording sp_,ed and record _)r approximately 50 percent more recording time with the same picture quality as the SP recording speed. 1. Place the I)SC MODE switch to the DIAL or TAPE position. Lock button POWER switch _PHUT0 [ _ • SNAP 2. Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA. 3. Press the LCI) monitor OPEN button and open the LCI) monitor. 4. Press the MEN1.
Chapter 2 Using the Monitors Chapter Overview: • Seeing What You Are Recording • Selecting • Using the Menu Screens • On-Screen a User Mode Icons Changing Entertainment. Gra])hics contained u,ith#l this-publication Again.
Usin@ the _@nit@rs Seeing What You Are Recording 1'o set, what is rt'cording, use t'itlwr tht" LCI) monitor or ti_e _it'wfindt'r monitor. When tl/_2 LCD monitor is op_2n_ tl/_2 viewfincler Rn-ns off. _il/_2n you clos_2 the LCI) monitor> the vi_2wfinck2r turns on. Using the LCD Monitor ['h_' cuncord_'r>s LCI) monitor is a mini_ttur_" color o1 playback. L Opt'n scn,_'n their you can use f_)r n'cording the LCI) 13_onitor. Tlw xicxvfindt, r Rlrns Of 1'.
Usin@ LCD BRIGHT: picture _ • AUTO I • the Adiusts @n t@rs tim brightness of the on the LCD moniR)r. LCD COLOR: Adiusts the color density of tile picture on the LCI) monitor. ISETI VFBRIGHT: Adiusts the brightness picture in the viewfinder. I of tile Note: Use the CONTROL dial to adjust BRIGHT while looking through the viewfinde_ Oe¢_sDss VF 4. Press • or • to adiust tile item to the desired setting and press .ql':7: 5.
Usin@ the @nit@rs Using the Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature color monitor camcorder is recording or playing back. For convenient that displays wlmt the viewing, rotate the viewfinder up or down. Opening the viewfinder 1. Pull out tlw viewfinder 2. Adiust the viewfinder completely and lift up. to a comfortabIe position.
Usin@ the @n t@rs User Modes During recording, you can select ti_ree differem lser Modes menus appear when you press the MENUiI)ISPLAY bu_)n. _mctions available on the menu screens that appear. that determine The menus which have different Select a User Mode 1. Open the LCI) monitor conw'niem viewing. 2. Set the DSC MODE and POWER switches to the EASY/MANUAUAUTO desired recording 3. and adjust the angle f\)r settings. Set the EASY/MAN{]AL/AUTO switch to the mode you want to use.
Usin@ the _@nit@rs Using the Menu During recording, Screens the type of menu MODE and EASY/MANIAL/AU['O used to adjust the various settings screens that appear depend sw tc (seep'e,io_sp
Usin@ the @n t@rs Turn on Menu Screens (User Mode Set to EASY) These menus only the basic WiND SOUND DISPLAY RETURN 1. With the off_'r the" convenience EASY/MANUAL/AUTO EASY and the I)SC MODE • I • ISETI I Easy MENU Screen for Tape Recording of displaying functions. switch set to 'IAPE, button repeatedly press switch set to I)IJAL,'_I)kPEiCARD the MENU/I)ISPLAY to display the menu screen.
Usin@ the On-Screen @nit@rs Icons Several displays appear on the LCI) monitor or in tile viewfinder of tim camcorder. Although it may look crowded, all of the icons appear on-screen at the same Refi'r to the icon descriptions time. Also, not all screen that f\)tlow. GAMNA 1 icons to aid in the operation shown below do not are shown ZOOM O _CARD 2 REC 2]22 NORMAL RECORDING TO NEMORY CARD SPORT AUTO 31/min LP FADEIGAMNA I JU,_. 2.
Usin@ Displayed for Three Seconds DEW Displayed After Three Seconds DEW, the @n t@rs Description of Warning Appears if When this fl'w hours camcorder moisture occurs inside the camcorder. icon appears, remove the tape and wait a befl)re using tim camcorder again. The will turn off 10 seconds after this warning. o LAMP Flashes if the vide() be cleaned.
Usin@ the _@nit@rs Displayed for Five Seconds Description of Warning MEMORY CARD READ ERROR Appears when the eameorder. CANNOT STORE DATA Appears when the camcorder Replace the card. the selected image cannot be read cannot read any data. Card Playback Status Displays CARD Indicates 6/7 Current image number/total NORMAL Picture quality indicator. 1280 Image size 100-0006 Image file name. ._ [] 40 I_ I_ [] -_ a card is inserted.
Osin@ Recording Date, Time, and Playback or Date J UN. 2. 2002 1 0 : 3 0A M and the @n t@rs Icons Time Icons lndica/es the current dale and time and is recorded SPORTto record when it is displayed Program AE with Special Effects Icons SPORT Appears such when SUNUGHT Appears subjects DUSK Appears when fireworks, etc. PARTY you as sporting select when you select with little blur. Appears when lighting, such fast moxing action, events. SI_:\ZI(_HTrtO record yoL1 select
Usin@ the @nit@rs Status Icons REC Appears when PAUSE Appears during Appears when Appears during play Appears during fast fi)rward. Appears during rewind. Appears when Appears during II 44 the camcorder record is recording. stand[_y the camcorder or record plays pause. a tape. pause. timer is set. self timer. Indicates a MultiMediaCard in Card Mode. Appears when Automatic Indicates the approximate is inserted Daylight or camcorder Savings f_'ature is is on.
Usin@ Zoom Icons W---I W---II .... .... Appears Appears T D-ZOOM 40 T ZOOM 2 during during zoom zoom the @n t@rs with digital with optical zoom f_'ature. zoom f_'ature. Audio Indicators AUDIO1+2, or AUDIO AUDIO 1, Displays the audio playback mode. 2 NIGHT MODE Indicators NIGHT MODE, IR LIGHT IR LIGHT 1, 2, or IR LIGHT 3 Appears when the Night Mode fi'ature is actiwm, d. Gamma Indicators GAMMA1, or GAMMA2 Appears when Gamma has been manually during playback.
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Chapter 3 Recording Chapter Overview: • Recording Details • Recording Features • Recording Tips Changing Entertainment. Grd[)bics co,ira#led u,itbi_l tbis publicatio_l Again.
Recording Details There are three recording modes you can still pictures on the tape. the tape and still images I)UAL-CAMERA on the memory like a digital record camera and select. %\PE CAMERA records both moving card. CARD CAMERA still images records moving vide() or video or still pictures on Ells the camcorder _) act on the memo1 T card. TAPE-CAMERA Mode-Recording on Tape 1. DSC MODE switch Zoom WIT buttons S_t the EASY/MANUAL/AUTO POWER switch 2. Set the FOCUS 3.
DUAL-CAMERA Mode-Tape and Card Recording DSC MODE switch STILL button 1. Make sure a Mu]fiMedJaCard inserted 2. \ Set the EASY/MAN[)AL/AUTO A [)['0 POWER switch 3. Set the FOCUS 4. Set the I)SC MODE 5. Press the LCD monitor 7. Press tile Record positkm. to the DIAL positkm. and set the POWER Zoom or adjust W or T button the viewfinder. to zoom in or out subject. video on tape or a still picture on the memol T card.
9. When finished to OFF. recording, set the POWER switch Notes: If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder's power shuts off automaticall_ Set the POWER switch to OFF, and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on. To remove the icons from the camcorder's display during recording, press the MENU/DISPLA Y button. CARD-CAMERA DSC MODE switch STILLbutton \ a Memory Mode-Recording on Card 1. Insert th__ suppli_'d MultiMediaCard. 2. Set the EASY/MANUAL/AUTO 3.
Full-Auto Mode Use the Full Auto 1node to easily record good quality ilnages. 1. Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to the CAMERA position. ['be camcorder enters the Record Standl_y 1node. Lock bu_on 2. POWER switch Set the EASY/MANUAL'AUTO switch to AUTO to have the camcorder automatically select the best settings fi)r your recording. AU70 appears in the viewfinder or LCI) lnonitor.
Quick DSC MODE switch Return After playing back tim tape you recorded, you can quickly return to tim end of the last recording by using the Quick Return f_'ature on the Mode screen. 1. Set the I)SC MODE switch to qAPE or DIAL, and press in tim Lock button to set the POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. In the Record-Standby DISPLAY button menu screen. mode, repeatedly press the MENU7 to display the POWER switch 3. Lock button press f g_{ I SI_E 0 i EXPOgURE PIC.
DSC MODE switch Edit Search The edit search fl,ature allows you to search for the point on tlm tape where you wish to start recording without switching the POWER switch to PLAYL 1. Set the I)SC MODE switch and press in the Lock switch to CAMERA. 2. POWER switch 3. Lock button 4. to [APE button or I)UAL to set the POWER In the Record Stand[_y mode, if the displays arc not visible, press the MENI/I)ISPLAY button until the on-screen displays appear. Press 5R(]H.
Gamma ['he Gamma Brightness Brightness feature improves the picture [_y increasing image. Use this when a subject is backlit or when recording illuminated area. ['be image will appear dark if it is recorded appear on the monitor when the Iigbt is insufficient. 1. Press in the switch 2. Lock button In the Record-Standby Press of the and set the POWER to CAMERA. DISPLAY 3. the brightness in a dark or poorly normally. LIGflTwill button (.
Select the Audio Mode This camcorder allows you to select 12 bit or 1@bit audio recording mode. The camcorder normally records audio in the 12 bit mode. For higher quality audio recording, select the 16 bit mode. Set the Audio Mode to 16Bit 1. Pr('ss th(" Lod< button switch 2. Pr('ss th(" MENI clisplay W)HD DIALOG REC ZOON NIC "ETOR, • I • ISETI in and s('t d_e POWER to CAMERA. iI)ISPLAY the m(qm button rep(_at('dly to scr('en. 3. Pr_'ss • or • to sN_'ct _, and pr_'ss SE'/_ 4.
Zooming Using the Zoom Buttons (Wand 'lb zoom Optical support. in close" (teh, photo) zooming Optical s_'v_'n tim_s Digital normal When zoom rocording mak_,s magnification. using ratio.
Digital Zoom You can us_" digital zoom to magnify: image's to a maximum of 400 time's normal magnification. I)igital zoom is possil)h' up to 400 time's wh_'n recording on a tap_'. 1. Press the Lock button in and set the POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. Press the MENI iI)ISPLAY display the menu screen. 3. Press • or • to select r91 and press SI,2T. 4. Press • or • to select I)GT/= ZOOM and press .ql'22_ 5. Press • or • to select ()bT,',40 ,or 40(2 and press 5'E7; __E_PHOT0 SHAP NODE S_AP EFF.
Digital Image Stabilization Digital shake, Image Stabilization especially at high (DIS) is used to compensate fi)r unstable magnifications. This feature is turned images caused on by default [_y camera flom the facto W. Turning the 1. the Lock Press switch 2. Press I • ISETI I button ON and in and OFF set the POWER to CAMERA. the MENI iI)ISPLAY display • DIS Feature the menu button repeatedly 3. Press • or • to select I_ and press SE7_ 4.
Fading Scenes The fade fl, ature allows you beginning or end of a scene indicating a dramatic change to gradually _)r creating bring scene the image transitions. Fading In and Out Press the Lock switch AUTO ISRCHI _)r in scene_. 1. I_1 30rain FADEIGAMMAI and sound in or out at the This is especially effective button in and set the POWER to CAMERA. 2. Set the I)SC MODE 3. Press t_DI!'. 4. Press the REC S_l)kR ['i_FOP recording. The _) _Lde in. 5.
Video Light (Optional) 'It) brighten the scene vide{) light (s_page automatically when when natural lighting is too dim, the camcorder can 15l). You can turn on tim video light at all times, additional light is needed, or turn it o_ Use the Optional Set to AUTO recording _)r the let light to turn on Video Light to have in dark use an optional set it _) turn the light locations. turn on when LIGHTmust appear on automatically. Set to OFF to turn off the light.
Video light Attach the Optional Video Light 1. and attach Hold the' light accessol the arrow 2. Turn as xbown T shoc [_y sliding until it locks the tightening arrow to secure it to tb_ _ it in the' direction into ring in the direction the video of place. of the light. Remove the Optional Video Light Turn the screw arrow in the opposite and pull direction fl'om the off the light. Cautions Make sure to attach the video light securely.
Multiple-Strobe Recording ['he multiple strobe recording in/_,rvals of 1/10 of a second you want to check your f_'a/ure allows you /o record using a 9 or 16 frame picture f\)rm in sports, such as/ennis a fast-moving subject at on tape. This is useful when or golf. Set Multiple-Strobe 1. O STILL 15:9 RETUR_ • I • ISETI switch SPEED I • 3. l_2{'p{'a/edly pr{'ss the MENU/DISPLAY display scr{'en. the m{,nu switch to 'IAI'E. bu//on to I PHOTO SHOT 9FRAMES ISETI to CAMERA.
Record Using Multiple STILL button 1. Pr_'ss the" Lock switch 2. in and s_'t the POWER to CAMERA. Repeatdly press the MEN[I/DISPLAYbutton to display the menu screen. 3. During Record-Pause mode, press the STILL button. A multi t'rame picture of the subject is displayed (9 or 16 frames whichever you selecmd). 4. Press the REC S1AR ['/STOP _ame picture POWER switch RECSTART/ STOP bu_on button Lock bu_on your 5. a Multi Strobe 16-Frame multi during picture on tape.
Still Recording on Tape You can record still images of subiects with normal sound on a tape. You can select 1'11070 5"/IOTand record a still picture for six seconds or SJILI. and continuously recorcl a still image. Select Still-Recording 1. 2. Press the Loci< button switch to CAMERA. Repeatedly display 0 OGTL ZOON TAP[ SPEED 16:g RETURB • I • ISETI press the menu 62 PHOTO _{ 16:9 RETUB_ • I • to • or • /o select r91 ancl press .','/_'7_ 4.
Record Still Images 1. Pr_'ss the" Lock button in and s_'t the POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. I)uring Record Pause mode, press the S ['ILL bu//on. A still picture of the subject is displayed. 3. Press the REC S'IARTiSTOP bu//on. The still picture is recorded. • If PHOTO LCD monitor .ST]OTmode CalT1corder recording returns the still pic/ure • You can also press recording is selec/_.d, It) Record to record the Pause 12_ode aflor for six seconds.
Time Code Display During recording, a time code is captured on the tape. This code confirms the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts 7UO:OO(.g) (hours: If recording starts from the last time from a blank portion of the tape, the time code begins counting from minutes: seconds). A flame number is displayed during still playback. from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues code number. Turn Time 1. Pwss the' Lock switch TE OISP.
Recording From an External Source You can use this camcorder to record or edit videos f]om another source, such as a VCR or TV. [b connect your camcorder to a TV (or VCR) with audio/video outputs, use the supplied audio/videoiSVideo cable. Connections 1. Makt" surt" all units are tuln_,d off bt, fOl-e making any connections. 2. Connect the white plug of the cable to the left AUDIO OUt' jack on the TV (or VCR). Note: Some VCRsor TVsdo not offer left and right audio jacks.
To Record From an External 1. Place a t_pe in the camcorder POWER switch _) PLAY_ 2. Start playback camcorder. Source set the I)SC MODE fl'om the TV or VCR making sure Note: If NO SIGNAL is displayed on the camcorder video/S-Video cable is properly connected. 3. Press the REC _FAh' ['i_FOP Record 4.
Chapt÷r 4 Playback Chapter Overview: • Playback Options • Playback Features • Dubbing • Connection to a TV (or VCR) Changing Entertainment. Grd[)bics cotltaitled u,itbi_l tbis publicatiotl Again.
Playback Options The camcorder's playback fbatures include still, picture search, gamma, multiple strobe and digital eYDcts. In this section, youll also learn how to connect your camcorder to a TV or VCR. The LCI) monitor connected, allowing screen functions instant as a bandy on-screen playback playback with monitor. the sound Nothing through needs to be the built in speaker.
VOL + andbuttons Controlling _)u _ Speaker can adjust Volume the volume of the speaker playback. i Press the VOL + button Pr_ss the VOL - button during to turn up the volume. to turn down the volulqq('. Playback Using the Viewfinder LCD monitor You can also watch the playback by dosing the LCI) l_aonitor with No sound is available during in the viewfinder the screen facing viewfinder playback.
Shuttle Search Sbt]ttl_" search allows bigh-sI)_'_'d fol",vard or reverse directions. I II 1. Press _ or _ • A slight during • The 2. during mosaic "lk) resume Gamma search. is turned normal in _'ith_'r playback. el"fl, ct appears shuttle sound searching This on screen is normal. off during p}ayback, search. press _/ll. Playback GammJ improvus the" t_p_" pl:@)ac'k pic'tur_" [_y increasing the brightness of the subject while not affl, cting 1. 2.
Multiple-Strobe Playback Pbe multiple-strobe playback f('ature allows you to playback a fast moving subject at intervals of 1/10 of a second using a 9 or 16 frame picture. This is useful when you want to check your f\_rm in sports, such as tennis or golf. Use Multi-Strobe Playback 1. Pwss the" Lock button in and s_'t the POWER switch to PLAY. AUDIO I}118 { AUDIO RETUR_ {{{ { • g FRAMES 16 FRAMES I ,& ISETI I 2. Repeatedly press the MENUiI)ISPLAY button to display the menu screen. 3.
Digital Effect Playback I. se one of the digital recording. picture playback effects to add a more dramatic look to your Select a Digital Effect for Playback 1. Press th(' Lock switch O _MSLTI FRAME 8ETUR_ B/W SEPEA SOLAR I HEGA BLUE • I • ISE'r I I in and set tl]e POWER 2. Repeatedly press the MENU/DISPLAYbutton to display the menu screen. 3. Press • or • to select _ if you are playing a tape (g"] if you are playing back a card) and press SET 4.
Dubbing Images from a Tape to a Card It is possible to make a still imag_, fiom your favorite frame on file tape and dub that image on file memo W card. of a motion _ideo recorded I To Dub an Image 1. h_s_,rt a recorded cal3_Col-d_l ])V cassette and a card in the -. 2. Set tile I)SC MOI)E switch to tile %\PE position. 3. Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to tile PLAY position. [_N ,* D I RECI 4.
Audio Dubbing Feature You can add narration to a tape recorded with this camcorder by using the buil>in stere<) microphone, while preserving the original audio and vide<) recording. Select your recording mode. Note: Audio dubbing cannot be performed via the DV jack Audio Recorded in the Audio Dubbing Mode Audio can be recorded and dubbed in 12 or 16 bit. To change the recording mode page 53. The chart below shows how audio is recorded in the normal and dubbing modes.
To Audio Dub 1. Play back th_ _ r_,corded DV cass_m , and locate, the, tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing. Note: Use a Mini DV cassette recorded mode Audio Dubbing mode recordings r'l; Aum0 EXECUTE MULTI FRAME RETURN 2. Press I_/11 3. Press the MENI to pause is not possible in SP with LP playback. iI)ISPLAY button repeatedly to display the menu screen. • I • ISETI I 4. Press • or • to select 5.
Audio Playback Mode You can select three diff',rent audk) playback recorded on the tap_ _. modes to listen to the dubbed audio Select an Audio Playback Mode 1. Play back a Mini I)V cassette audio. 2. Press the MENI iI)ISPLAY display the _:_enu screen. 3. Press • or • to select i"_-"l,and then press SI']Z 4. Press • or • to select AUDIO, and then press SET 5.
Dubbing to Another Digital Video Camcorder You can also copy a recording to anoth_,r I)V cabh,. Be sur_" to attach the two small cabin" n_,xt to the" camcorch'r. To Use this Camcorder 1. Make, sure all units 2. Conn_,ct 3. Pr{'ss th<" CalTtCOl'd_,r $ It,-/ll 4. While watching l:_ode fiOl:_ the spot one as the Playback Camcorder: ar_" turn_'d off b_'f'ore _'nd of the" optional the playback It is recommended playback.
Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video (and/or S-VIDEO) Input Jacks 'It) connect your camcorder to a ['V (or VCR) with audio/video (or S Video) inputs, use the supplied AudioiVideoiS Video cable. If your rv is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV. TV or VCR ® 1. Make 2. Connect sure all units the white are turned plug off before of the cable making any connections.
Playback on a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video/S-Video Input 1. Jacks Turn on the, ['V ;rod tun_, it to th( _ video to the 'line mode,', or 'c_mnera consult the VCR users signM coming 2. Open the LCD monitor. 3. Press in the Lock button 4. Press b'/ll 5. Press • from burton During mode'". you guide.
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Chapter Advanced Chapter Features Overview: * Using the Menus for Advanced ,, Menu Definitions • Using the Advanced cotlta#led Adjustment Features Changing Entertainment. Grd[)bics S u,itbi_l tbis publicatiotl Again.
Advanced Features Using Mode and Menu Screens For Advanced Adjustments During recording, tt_e type of Mode of the DSC MODE and Menu and EASYiMANUALiAI;PO screens appear automatically. The menu advanced se_ings of the camcorder. screens that appear switch screens can be used Turn on Menu _,E_:_ ............ 16:9 RETURN the 2. Press in the Lock button 3. LP Press • : I • ISETI I of the and adjust.
Advanced Mode and Menu The fi)Ilowing screens. These For a more sectk)n. charts contain screens o_r detailed Screen Definitions brief definitions different features explanation on how of tim fbatures of the Mode and Menu _r each recording and playback mode. _) use each feature, DSC MODE Switch Set to DUAL or TAPE-CAMERA. Mode Fea_u_s refer to the corresponding POWER Switch in Screens FADE Fades in and ()tit of scenes (s_pa_e GAMMA Adds brightness 579. to dark image (s_pa_ 52).
Advanced Features CAMERA SET Menus The" following REC MODE m_qms are availabI_" wh_'n r_ NORMAL ECONOMY is s_,h,ct_,d. Allows you to record images with diff.'rent quality settings. Only awfilable in CARD mode (see page 113). FINE PHOTO SNAP SNAP EFF. SNAP STILL Allows you to record still images of subjects with normal sound on a tape. Only awdlable in 'IAPE mode (.
Advanced AUDIO The SET Menus f\)tlowing AUDIO menus are awfilabh' 12 bit MODE 16 bit when Factoi T Preset: _ is selected. Enables separate channels. Enables recording recording of stereo ZOOM AIYFO M1C TELE Allows you to use the zoom according to the magnification OFF use the zooiaa microphone (,vce page 102). ON Wind OFF Lets you record WIND noise changing DIALOG REC Fea u s ON is largely sound sound on f\x]r on two separate channels.
Advanced Features CLOCK SET Menus The f\)tlowing menus DISPLAY are awfilable The date/time DArE The date appears. DKFE+alME The dale and time DYLT SAVE OFF ON OTHERS MEDIA DISP "rIME CODE TC OUT DEMO MODE 86 not appear. appear. Clock: _m/omatically adjusts the time to local area number to adjust (see])a,_e 1iX;) Does not set clock /o Daylight the clock one Savings hour/o Use this to set the time and 12H Selects a 12 hour dock fbrmat.
Advanced Fea u s DSC MODE Switch Set to CARD - POWER Switch in CAMERA Mode Screens GAMMA MENU Adds brightnvss Screens MANUAL The to dark il:_age (see page 52). SFF Menus f\_tlowing menus SHUT. are available AUTO SPEED AUTO Allows you select A_U_) or MAN(9_L exposure settings. MANUAL allows you to adjust the exposure settings between 5 and 5 (seepage 9_. MANUAL SCENE MENU SELF TIMER t¢_ is selected. Allows you select A{U{) or 3/IANDALshutter speed.
Advanced LCD/VF The Features SET Menus folk)wing menus are awdlaNe when LeDis are awdlaNe when (_) is selected. are awfilable when ETeis selected (same as pa,_e 85). CLOCK SET Menus The f'ollowing OTHERS The menus FORMAl" menus EXECUTE (]sed to format (see page A chiming BEEP Beeps OFF All confirmation ON sound The selected. This is made when will erase sounds 70 when Media when all of its contents any operation any operation PHOTOSHOTS appears OFF a card.
Advanced Fea u s PLAYBACK SET Menus The following AUDIO menus are available DUB when _ Refer AUDIO 1+2 is selected. to Audio Selects Dubbing (see page audio playback mode picture effi'cts allow dramatic effect (seepa, 74). (see page 76). 1 2 PIC. EFFECT Digital more OFF MULTI FRAME Multiple 9 FRAMES Strobe Playback you to playback with a ge 100).
Advanced CLOCK The Features SET Menus folk)wing menus DISPL&Y are awiilabIe when ([D is selected. OFF The date/time does DATE The date appears. D_I_+'IIME The date and time not appear. appear. DSC MODE Switch Set to CARD - POWER Switch in PLAY Mode Screens MULTI PB Press to display a thumbnail Press to display the selected of the images (see page 116'). image full screen. PLAYBACK SET Screens The f\)tlowing menus are aw_ilabh' when t"'1 is selected.
Advanced OTHERS The Menus f\)tlowing REMOTE SOUND Fea u s menus ON are awfilable There ETCis when is a buil_in selected. rel_aote sensor f_)r an optional Set this f_'amre to ON to use an optional OFF Remote is turned CHIME A chiming DEEP Beeps OFF All confirmation during sensor sound sound when any operatkm any operatkm sounds PHOTOSHOTS control. off. is made when remote remote. are turned is perf\)rmed. is perf\)rmed.
Advanced Features Advanced The' camcorder profi'ssiona]. Features has many advanced features to mak_ _your recording look more Night Mode This fi'ature can make dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good, natural ligllting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may have a strobing effl'ct due to the slow shutter speed. 1. Press in the Lock button while POWER swish to CAMERA. 2.
Advanced Program Fea u s AE to the b('st shooting You can s_,t th(" camcord_,r on_ _ of the scon(, settings. modo for a sp_cific situation by s('I('cting Select Scene Setting i. Pr_'ss in tb_ _ Lock button wbih' POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. In Record Standby, repeatedly press to display the s_tting MENU/I)ISPLAY the menu screen. PARTY • I • ISETI I m 3. Press • or • to select I_1, and then 4.
Advanced White Features Balance Adjustment White balance refers If th_, white balance to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. is correct a]] other co]ors wi]] be accurately reproduced. 'l'h_' white balance is usually adjusted automatically. manual]y to achieve a more profi'ssiona] c'oloritint Reset the However you can r_,production. White reset this fLmction Balance 1. Press in the" Lock button whih' POWER switch to CAMEh'A. 2.
Advanced Fea u s Exposure Control This fl'ature autoinatically most recording. Mam]al adjusts exposure When shooting using reverse When shooting on a reflective the exposure for the b_'st available picture quality for adjustment is recommended in the f'ollowing situations: lighting natural or when the background background such is too bright as at the beach or when skiing When the background is overly GF_ T. SPEED dark Press in the Lock button while POWER switch to CAMERA. 2.
Advanced Shutter Features Speed Control Auto Shutter Speed adjusts tile shutter speed for tile best available pictm-e according to the lighting conditions. You may want to adjust the shutter speed manually to create a better quality picture. Recommended shutters speeds are .s,5ozzn on the next page,. MENU/DISPLAY button 1. Press in the Lock button while POWER swish to CAMERA. 2. In Record Stand,by, set the EASY/MANI ALi A/]['O switch to MANI AL. Press the MENI/ DISPLAY button repeatedly screen.
Advanced Fea u s Notes: Fast shutter speeds can be used with the still recording higher quality still images of fast-moving objects. functions to record If the on-screen picture flickers when recording under fluorescent lighting, may be able to compensate by setting the shutter speed to I/!00 second. you Recording with shutter speeds faster than !/60 sec.
Advanced Features Auto and Manual Focus 'l'h_' camcorder's automatic fi)cus syst_'m off_'rs continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity. During auto focus, the camcorder will focus on the" obj_'ct Iocated in the center of th__ scene. Auto fi)cus may not op_q'ah' correctly in fl_e situations ]ist_d below. You may want to use manual When two When i]]umhlation When the subject fiat f\)cusing.
Advanced Use Auto Temporarily Focus the" camcorder While Fea u s is in manual focus you can use the, auto f\)cus f_,ature t_'mporarily. This h_'lps cry'ate, a smooth imag_" wh_'n you move" from one"subi_'ct to another 11 using Push A 2. [ ] manual and hold [I switch in PUSH 0 Release the switch FOCUS switch Cancel Manual 11 fi)cus. the FOCUS to return to manual f\)cus. in MANU.
Advanced Features Digital Picture Effects [se one of the digital recordings. : effects to add a more I • ISETI look to your Press in the Lock button wbih' POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. Repeatedly display B W SEPIA SOLARI HERA BLUE dramatic 1. s}{u SCENE MENU {1_ IU_I_ DIS RETURN • picture press tapped setting file the MENU/DISPLAY the menu button to screen. 3. Press • or • to select I_ 4. Press .qET: • or • to select l'lCl_7,TgE(_Trand 5.
Advanced Wide Mode (16:9) Fea u s New 16._ 'rV _m_.am I Tl]e camcorder lets you make recordings compatible with the 16x9 (wide screen) format. When Wide Mode is activa/ed, the camcorder records black bars at the lop and bottom of the picture to produce the wide screen eff_'ct. This is also known as 'letterbox" recording. Standard Shape TV Scr_n Record in Wide Mode 16:9 OFF 1. Pr_'ss in tl]e Lock button wbih' POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the" I)SC M()I)E 3. Repea/edly display 4.
Advanced Features Using the Zoom Microphone /sing the, suppli_'d r_'cording audio ZOOl_a miclophon_" according allows to the, magnification microphone" to r_'cord only th_ _ sounds light if"it is attached (seepage 59). you to ploduc_" optimum of the' zoom h, ns. You at a distance'. I,q'mov_" the Zoom Attach Microphone 1.
Select Zoom Fea u s lets you wcord sounds from a distance. It can automatically Microphone The zoom microphone seh, ct the Advanced optimum sound when TELE • I • ISETI I Mode the" zoom I_'ns is zoom_'d out. 1. Press in the Lock button wifile POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. Repeatedly press the MENUiI)ISPLAYbutton to display the menu screen. 3. Press • or • to select _ and then press SIH'to display the AHI)IO _'_E77 4. Press • or • to select ZOOMMICi setting the and then press SEZ 5.
Advanced Features Dialog Recording Dialog recording lets you record from a distance at a lecture, workshop or other occasion when the speaker's voice may blend with ambient sounds, lse this to record the speaker's voice more distinctly. To Use Dialog 1. 2. AUDIO MoDE ZOOM MIC 3. WiND iii • Pr_'ss in the Lock button while s_'tting t]/_" POWER swflch to CAMEh'A. Repeatedly press the MENU/DISPLAYbutton to display the menu screen.
Advanced Fea u s Wind Cut '1_) h_qp cut down fi, aturo. on tlw nois_" cr_'at_'d by wind To Use AL!O t 0 MODE _Z • when Wind shooting ouP;id_', us_" flw _qnd (]Lit Cut 1. Pr_'ss in the Lock button whih' POWER switch to CAMERA. s_'tting tlw 2. Repeatedly press the MENUiI)ISPLAYbutton to display the menu screen. 3. Press • or • to select _ and press S/]'Tto display the A HI)IO SET menu screen. 4. Press • or • to select WIND, and then press SET_ 5.
Advanced Features World Clock The World Clock feature anywhere in the world. want to select. adjusts the camcorder's Use the time zone map dock to local time while traveling and area table to help locate the area you Set World Clock 1. Make sure home tim_ _ zon_ _ have the area date and tim_' fi)r your already been set (xee page 26). i _ _i DISPLAY _20 DYLT SAVE i12H/24R 8ETURN SETTING • I • ISETI 2. Press in the Lock button while POWER switch to CAMERA. 3.
Advanced Fea u s Area Table Area Number _These Area Nanle Countries or Areas* 1 LONI)ON Engkmd, 2 PARIS AustIia, France, Germany, Italy, Ncth_q'kmds, Spain, Sw_den, Switzerland, Portugal, CST (Continental Standard "lime), Tuniskl 3 CAIRO Egypt, Finland, Gtee_e, 4 MOSCOW Ethiopia, haq, Kenya, Mauritius, (Moscow) 5 DI.
Advanced Feagures Setting the Confirmation Sound A confirmatk)n sound is made wImn you turn on or off the POWER switch, select a function or setting, or perform other designated operations. Use the procedure below change the type of sound or _) _]ri1 off the confinnatkm sounds. Repeatedly Press OFF • I • lSETI • or • to select to select or • Press • the MENU/DISPLAY button to the menu screen.
Advanced Demonstration Fea u s Mode You can watch a brief demonstratk)n of the special camcorder f_,aturrs in l)emo mode. Watching the Demonstration 1. Remoxa_ the camcorder, ()FF. Hold Oil • I • switch in the Lock button swish from set the NIGHT Set the I)SC MODE CODE RETURN Mini DV cassette and to the MODE switch to [APE or I)UAL and set the POWER to CAMERA. ISETI Repeatedly press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu screen. 5. 6.
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Chapter Digital Chapter Still Camera Overview: * Recording • Playback • Transferring Card Data to a Computer Changing Entertainment. Gragbics 6 co_ltai_lecl u,itbi_l tbis publicatio_l Again. a_) ibr ,._.
Still Camera Card Recording You can use the camcorder record it to the card. it]st like a digital 1. Number of shots taken camera and take a still picture Make sure a MultiMediaCard and is inserted (see page 13). AUTO 2. CAi Set the FOCUS MODE 3. NORM/ [128[ Press switch I GAMMA I I I Number of shots remainin( C_Rb I I to AUTO and DSC in the Lock button and set the POWER to CAMERA. Open the LCI) monitor or adiust the viewfinder. 5.
Digital Select Picture Quality S ili Camera and Image Size ['he picture quality of still images recorded on a card and the number of recordable images depend on the combination of the picture quality and image size settings. Select the appropriate settings fl)r your recording. ['be camcorder compresses each image with tile picture quali W setting to save memoi T on a card. , IMAGE i GUtDE gRETGGN SIZE FRM To Select a Picture Quality 1.
Still Camera Select Image Size Still imag¢,s pixets you iTtore card wcorch'd on a card aw math" want to record. melllOl_'. Larger number up of pix¢,ls. of pixels You can s¢,lect the numb¢,r provide To Select an Image greater 1. rq CARO • I • ISETI of but use switch switch to CARl) and the to CAMERA. 2. Repeatedly press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the m_,nu scn'en. 3. Press • or • to select r'_ and press .';ETto display the CAMkTCA .';IH'screen. 4.
Di@i a Camera Recording with a Guide Frame Displaying guide f)am_,s on the" scn'_,n h_'Ips you gauge the" size of the subjects 1. Set the I)SC MODE switch to CARD and the POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. Repeatedly press the MENUiI)ISPLAY button to display the menu screen. 3. Press • or • to select r'D1and press 5z'Trto display the (]AMPJ?A SETscreen. 4.
Still Camera Recording with the Self Timer ['he S_'tfTim_'r f_,ature allows you to record image's conv_'ni_'nt wh_'n you want to get in the picture'. af_'r a tim_" lag of ten s_'conds. This is To Set the Self Timer 1. s_,t the, |)SC MODE switch to CARD and the PO_ER switch to CAMERA. 2. Repeatedly _gP0S_RE i SCENE NERU RETUaN ii_i}iiii • I • display ISETI I 3. Press • display Sel_ Timer indicator - AUTO press or • button to select the MANUAL _ and press S/Z7'to SETscreen.
Di@i a Formatting Camera a Card In ord_'r to us_, a commercially this camcorder. You may also available" card wRh this camcorck'r, n_'_'d to f\_rmat a card if"one, of the you must fi)rmat f\_Jlowing warnings it for appea_ FORMATMtZMORY MIL_[ORY CAR1) (]ARI) I_7¢ROR MIL_IORY CAR1) READ CANNOT STDRE I!RROR DA'I)_ To Format a Card cA_ 1. th_ _ card you want Insert to format (xee [>age 13). 2. Set the I)SC MODE POWER • I • I ISETI 3.
Di@i aW Still Camera Card Playback You can play back and view Selection Image frame name still imJges recorded file 1 on J card Make sure the card PB I (suupaR(_ 2. Open the LCI) monitor 3. Set the DSC MODE 4. Hold down and adiust. switch to CARl). the Lock button switch Jnd set the to PLAY_ PAGE2/2 I • The _1 images displayed P cture quality indicator is inserted 13). POWER _PLAYBACK ORMAL on the LCD monflor. f\)rmat.
Di@i a Camera Delete Protection It is possible to prevent your by using the delete pro_ction N hnages recorded feature. SLIOE SHOW being acckiemally erased 1. Make sure the card is inserted (see page l_). 2. Open the LCD monitor and adjust. o CARD _;_T on the card flom Set the I)SC MODE switch to CARD. 9ELETE 4. OELETE ALL RETOItN • ISETI I • Hold down tile Lock button and set tile POWER switch to PLAY. ['he images recorded on tile card are displayed in a thumbnail format. I 5.
Still Deleting YOu can Camera Stored Images d_q_,to unwantod h_lag_'s to fro_, up m_q_o_ T on a card f_)r n_'w h_lages. Note: Deleted images cannot be restored, Make sure you do not want the images before deleting them. Deleting a Particular Make" sur_" the card is ins_,rted (seepa,_e _)!_i PtC'EFFECT 2. Open the LCD monitor and adjust. iiiiiiiiiil RETU.N 3. Set the I)SC MODE switch to CARD. 4. Hold down the Lock button and set the POWER • SLIDE SHOW i SLIDE EFF.
Di@i a Deleting tARO _S ! SLIDE LIDE £FF. SHOW PIC.EFFECT _ PBOTECT _ DELETE ii RETURN • I • ISETI All Stored Camera Images If you want to ]<_,_'psome image's on the" card, first d('h't_" prot(,ct th(>m (seepage 119), and then p('rform th(" proc('dure b(qow. 1 Mak(" st))(" the card is inserted (see/)a_e 2. Open th(" LCD monitor and adjust. 3. Set th(" I)SC Mr.)I)E switch to CARD. 4. Hold down the Lock button and set the I_). I POWER switch to PLAY.
Still Camera Slide Show Playback It is possibl_" to automatically play back This is useful when confirming the" data 1. consecutive still images recorch'd on a card. wcorch'd on a card. Display the full screen picture of tim image f)om which you want to begin Slide Show Playback (,reel>age 118'). Repeatedly press the MENU/DISPLAYbutton to dispkty the menu screen. Press • clisplay • I • ISETI SLIDE I or • to select 3'l_Tmeml press _'_ET/o screen.
Di@i a Using Slide Show Slide" show _'ffi'cts Camera Effects can b_" used to cr_,ato intorosting sc_,n_ _ transitions b_txvo_'n still image's during Slide Show Playback. In CARD PIO.EFFECT PROTECT OELETE OELETEALL RETUR_ • I • OVERLAP WIPE ISETI 3 on the previous 1. Perform 2. Press SET_ 3. Press • or • to select OFt OVI,2RLAI',or WIPI,2 and press 3'E7: I • steps 1 and or • to select .';IJDI,2 EbT; and page.
Still Dubbing Follow Images from a Card to a Tape the' st_'ps b_'low t[/_ _ CalTtCOI'd Camera to n'cord still image's from a card in the camcord_'r to a tap_ _ in _q'. 1. Insert the' r_'cord_'d card and a MiniI)V cassette" in the" camcorder. 2. Set the I)SC MODE 3. Hold down switch [3PLAYBACK RORMAL PB I 180-0808 PACE1 !2 I _ I _ to [APE. the Lock button and set the POWER to PLAY. Play back place on the tape be recorded.
Chapter Viewing Chapter and Downloading Overview: • System Requirements • Loading PhotoStudio • Connecting for PhotoStudio 2000 ® to a Computer ging 2000 ® Using an Optional DV Cable 7
Vie in% anl System Windows @@ nl@alin@ Requirements for PhotoStudio _ PC Requirements • Windows95 PC with • Windows 98 • Windows 2000 • Windows Me" PC with • Pentium • 32 MB RAM 50 MB avatable • CI) ROM • Color serial port ISB or serial PC with available based • available" PC with available available or faster hard USB or serial disk recommended) (USB port port (USB recommended) port recommended) space VGA display _ Requirements OS 8.
Vie in@ Loading To transfer PhotoStudio your stl] anl 2000 image's to your PC or Macintosh card read_,r a suitably equipped computer with transl',r/editing software PhotoStudio 2000. 1. Turn 2. Double on your Follow and insert click the installer software. 3. colzaputer DO NO[' the instructk)ns the you will need the suppli_'d a I. SB connectk)n, the PhotoStudio icon and follow install @@ nl@alin% 2000 the on-screen ISB and the image CI) ROM into instructions your drive.
Vi+ in@ anl Attaching @@ nl@alin@ the External Card Reader to Your Computer The included ext_'rnaI card reader connects to the USB port on your computer and allows you _ transfer still images recorded on the card directly _) the compu_r. Follow the directions for the operating sys_m you are using. Attach to USB port of compute_ (Symbol on plug typically matches symbol on USB port.) LED Note: Actual items may differ in appearance. Windows 2000 and Windows ME 1.
Vie in@ Install 1. anl @@ nl@alin% Drivers Automatically '1_) instal the nec_,ssal T drivers the CD drive and double 2. Follow the directions 3. Afl_,r the machine your computer. card reader Install Drivers click automatical]y on the screen is restarted, will appear and click connect Tim computer insert the inck]ded software CD into on the Setup exe icon. Finish to restart the card reader will automatically as a Remoz'able the computer.
Vie in@ anl Downloading @@ nl@alin@ Still Images to Your Computer Insert the recorded Multimedk_Cm'd reader. Then fo]Iow d_e instructions notched edge first with b'ont f_cing IIT) into the" card in d_e ne×t section to download your images. Note: Actual items may differ in appearance from those shown Caution: Removing the card before the data is completely contents of the card and damage the card.
Vie in@ Direct 1. Drive I)oubK, anl @@ nl@alin% Access dick _{_, Computer (The, MT' C_?mTp_fter window op_'n& showing you all the avai]abl_" driv_'s.) 2. I)oubl_" click the" appropriate 3. Wh_'n finish_'d drive close" the sofiwar_', to acc_'ss and op_'n th_'n unplug your the card Note: YOu can double crick a still image to automatically doesn't open, you must change the software application open JPEG files (see Changing the JPEG Default on page images.
Vie in@ Changing anl @@ nl@alin@ the JPEG Default Depending on your system configuratk)n, your still images in PhotoStudk_ 2000. This is because you probably already program set as the default R) {)pen your images, which are want to set PhotoStudio 2000 as the default application for instructions to change your computer's JPEG default. Windows l_aight not automatically open have another software saved in JPEG format. If you your images, use the following PC 1.
Vie in@ Connecting to a Computer anl @@ nl@alin% Using an Optional DV Cable 'It) transfbr your videos and still images flint are on the tape to your will need an optional I)V cable, a suitably equipped comput_,r with (also known as Firewire), a DV card, and editing software equipped or commercially this connection. Minimum available software.
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Chapter Other Chapter 7 Information Overview: • Troubleshooting • Final Notes • Care and Cleaning • Traveling • Specifications • Limited • FCC and Industry • Optional • Index Tips Warranty Canada Information Accessories 135
@ her Inf@rm i@n Troubleshooting If you're having problems with your camcorder, try the solutions in this section. problem still exists, please consult your nearest authorized RCA service center. If the External noise and interfi'rence (from a ['V a radio, etc.) might prevent your camcorder fiom functkming properly. In such cases, first disconnect tim power supply unit (batt_,ry or AC power Power supply); and then reconnect it and proceed as usual fiom the beginning.
@ her Bright, crystal-shaped viewfinder. spots appear Enf@rmat @n in the LCD monitor and the Sunlight is directly ent_'ring the lens. This is not a ch'f_'ct of the camcorder. The back of the LCD monitor is hot. 'l'h(, light us_'d to illtmainat_" th(" LCI) l_aonitor cause's it to b_" hot. Ctos_" the' LCI) monitor to turn it off or s_'t th(_ POWER switch /o OFF, and let the" unit cool clown. Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
@ her Manual Enf@rm @n settings are canceled. EASYiMANI ALiAU U.) switch or FOCIS are canceled. Recording Recording Problems on tape Mak_ _ sure adh_'sive Recording does have is in th_ _ position l"emovabh, not tabs. that allows switch position Record from has not (s_/)a_ S-Video I)_'n The tape If" not cover slich" the hoh' set to CAMERA or the I)SC MODE switch 4(_). Connector Make" sure the" S VII)EO IN f_,ature on the" 07_IERSM_'nu Playback r_'cording.
@ her The tape won't Enf@rmat @n eject. The battc W pack is running }ow. No playback audio or audio is distorted. Check audio settings (seepage_ arid 76) If using Digital mic, check Still Camera Cannot record Ch('ck the zoom the settings to make a still sure a compatible (S_'_'/?(/g_' ./_). Make sure write Make sure DSC MODE J02). Problems or playback C_tlTtCOl'd_'r (seepa,_e protect picture.
@ her Enf@rm @n Final Notes Power P_'rfi)rm charging ",vh_,re the" temp_'rature is betwe_'n 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging times are R_r a fully disdmrged Charging time varies according battery pack. batte W pack.
@ her Inf@rmati@n Tapes A pow_'r supply must b__attached to load or _'i_'cta tap__. When loading Never apply camcorder a tape, f)rce it takes a f'w _) the holder and void seconds or door cover f)r the cassette tape as this might result holder/o {)pen. in damage to the the warranty. If the cassette tape holder does not {)pen after a f_'w seconds, close tlm holder door and try again. If it still does not open, turn the camcorder off, then on again.
@_her Attach Enf@rma_@n Ferrite Core When Using Optional FCC regulations requires When using an earphone d_scrib_d &_low. that with a f'_'rrite core be used the camcorder, Earphones wifl_ optional attach the larger earphones. fl, rrite core as 1. Place the larger fl, rrite core approximately 2 (Scm) from the plug of' the earphones. 2. Hold tile f('rrite core and earphone your left hand. 3. Wind starting the cable around the fl, rrite core at tl_e bottom. 4.
@_her Attach Ferrite Core When Using Optional Enf@rmat_@n DV Cable FCC regulations requires ttmt two f_'rrite cores be used witt_ an optional DV cable. When using a I)V cable with this camcorde* attach the two smaller f_,rrite cores as described h{¢/olt'. Place one small (5cm) flom fi, rrite either core approximately 2" end of the cable. 2. Hold the fi,rrite core and cable in your right hand and close the core as s/9o117l. 3.
@ her Enf@rm @n MultiMediaCards Improper handling of the' MultiMediaCard l_aay cause damag_ _ to the card card. Follow the instructions b_qow to correctly use the MultiMediaCard. Label _-....... Do not peel off the label or paste any paper, tape, or other material over it. Precautions on Handling or images on the Contacts This is the part that makes with your fingers or metal objects, to smear anything on it, or to damage iL MultiMediaCards Be sure /o insert the card in the correct direction.
@ her Enf@rmat @n Watch Out for Static Electricity. Do not them let dirt or other with your f_)reign fingers matter nccumulate or rub or scrape data on the card. Ck'an them. th_, card by wiping on the card Static it gently contacts, ch, ctricity with or touch may damage a soft (erase) d W c]ofl_. When carwing or storing the card, place it in the plastic (polyethylene) bag it was originally packed in to keep dirt and dust off the contacts and protect it from static electricity.
@ her Enf@rm @n SD Memory Precautions on Cards (Commercially Handling SD Memory Available) Cards After l"el_aoving the card fl"ona the camcorder, card be sure to immediately store it in the cas_% Do not disassemblc or modify' drop the card. Do not strike bend Do not touch the metal terminals Do not peel off the label Do not attach other Do not use or store labels or allow the card to become with your hands or metallic obiccts. fi'om the card. or stickers to the card.
@ her Enf@rmat @n Care and Cleaning After Using the Camcorder 1. S_'t th__ POWER switch to OFF. 2. Close and lock the LCD monitor. 3. Slide and hold the qAPE OPEN switch in tim direction of the arrow and open the cassette holder cover. Remove the tape. Be careful not to touch the inside of the cassette holder as you may hurt yourselE 4. Push on the area marked PUSH. ['he cassette holder locks into place. • Once the cassette holder is dosed, it recedes automatically. completely bef\)re closing t
@ her Enf@rm @n Dirty Video Heads /sing the camcorder when the vide{) tape is dirty may cause the heads to clog, producing noise on the recorded image or prevent the image from being recorded at all. Other things that may cause clogging include recording in high temperature and high humidity environments, a lot of clust in the air, clamagecl tape, worn tape, long-time use or dew fi)rmation. Video heads becoming clogged soon after cleaning may be caused by a damaged tape.
@ her Enf@rmat @n Proper Care and Storage Ke_,p dirt fiom entering the camcorder s cassette, tap__ door. I)ust and grit are abrasive and cause, excessive wear to both the" recording/playbac]_ heads and tape's. Always cap the lens when the camcorder is not in use. BH_)re handling thu camcorder make sure your hands and face arc fi'ee fi'om any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it might damage the' finish.
@ her Enf@rm @n Things to Avoid Do not inside. attempt Avoid operating warm location. befi_re to disassemble the camcordcr. the camcorder immediately Give the camcorder inserting There are no user se_dcea})h, after moving 1 1/2 _) 2 hours parts it from a cold location to reach a s_bIe to a tempera_]re a tape. In cold to warm COladitions, condensation might occur causing fl_e tope recording heads and damage tile camcorder or tapes.
@ her Recording time (max.) SP: 80 minutes LP: 120 l_ainutes (with 80 rnin Specifications Camcorder Format DV N['SC Power Operating humidity 35% *.o 80% source DC 7.4 VZ cassette) Operating temperature 0°C "to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) standard DC 7.3 VZ supply) Enf@rmat @n (Using (Using AC power battel T pack) Power consumption Viewfinder on: 4.5 W (8.5Wwith optional light on) LCI) monitor on: 5.2 W(9.
@ her Enf@rm @n Audio/Video Jacks S-Video Y: 1 V(p-p), 75 gl, analog C: 0.29 V(p p), 75 gl, analog Video 1 V (p-p), connector) 75 f2 analog output Audio 300 mV (rms) 1 k_2 analog output connector) (via Video stereo output output (via Audio DV 4 pin, IEEE 1394 compliant Earphone Jack 3.5ram Diameter plug AC Power Supply Power requirement I .S.A. and Canada: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Other countries: AC 110 V to 240 V_ 50 Hz/60 Output DC 7.
@ her Limited What Enf@rmat @n Warranty your warranty covers: Def_'cts in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: 90 days from date of purchase fk)r labor charges. One year from date of purclmse fk)r parts. Tim warranty period fk)r rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days flom date of shipment totile rental firm whichever comes first. What we will do: During the initial 90 days Exclmnge your camcorder with There a new option will be ours.
@ her Enf@rm @n To receive O l_tion 1. a replacement Camcorder before you return yours: I Provide your Discover, MasterCard, or Visa account number and expiration date to our phone representative. This is fi)r security purposes. If we receive your unit, excluding all accessories, within 14 days from tim date you were provided the SR number, only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account.
@ her To receive L 2. 3. a replacement Write the Make sure Carvfully unit SR number on VOlt insure pack if possible. Include with we have the outside your thv unit, mat_'rial after of the shipment _'xcluding received Enf@rmat @n your carton in case all acc_,ssorivs, unit: used to return of damage using or the unit. loss. tlm original box and packing the shipment: Evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale to veriI_ your unit's warranty eligibility.
@ her Enf@rm @n Product Registration: Ph, ase complete Camcorder. return and mail the Product of the card Limitation Registration It will inak_ _ it easi_,r to contact of is not required f\)r warranty pack_'d should with STATED THIS ALL OTHER PRODUC'I: (INCLUDING ABOVE ALL IMPLIED FOR A PARTICUIAR OR EMPLOYEES SHALL OR REPLACEMENT REMEDY DISCLAIMED. A GUARANI3( AS PROVIDED APPLICABLE INC.
@ her FCC Declaration of Conformity Canada Information FCC Regulations void the user's state that unauthorized authority _) operate changes Inf@rmati@n and Industry or modifications to this equipment may it. Tiffs device c
@ her Enf@rma @n FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subiect to the folk2wing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful imerf_,rence and (2) this device must accept any interf_'rence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Equipment Responsible RCA Classification: Model: Computing Party: Device Thomson 10330 RCA01 Peripheral multimedia N. Meridian Indianapolis, Inc.
@_her Optional Enf@rmat_@n Accessories We invite you to take a look at some great ideas fl)r sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your camcorder. ['he f\)tlowing pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memoraMe moments look and sound even better. These accessories are designed videos more en}oyaMe. to make the process To order your accessories, contact local of recording and watching your Dealer.
@ her Enf@rm @n 254336 Audio/Video/S-Video Cable Replacement for the included A/V cable. /sed attach the camcorder/o an external component a TV or VCR. H2011 DV Cable ]sed to connect with a IEEE1394 the camcorder I)V interface. Using the Optional Mounting the camcord_,r to a compatibh' on a tripod such and as produces This tripod's fluid_effi'ct head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The quick-release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder.
@ her Accessories Order Form Part No. Price AC088 $ 49.95 AC201A $ 34.95 254338 $ 12.95 252762 $ 84.95 AC Adaptvr/Cbargvr 252767 $ 92.95 IEEE1394 H2011 $ 34.95 Description Supper Lightweight Soft Camcorder Shoulder Tripod Casv Strap Rechargeabh, Batty" W DV Cable Video Light 253402 $ AiViS Video Cable 254336 $ 27.25 All prices subiect to change without Enf@rmat @n Total Qty. notice.
@_her Enf@rm_@n Charge your order on _our VISA MasterCard or D scover Card by filling n below' USE YOUR IMPORTANT: Copy complete account CREDIT numbm i_om your VISA card 17777177717771777 IMPORTANT: Copy complete account CARD _" E_,_,t,o_ d_o: r77 lED numbm i?om your Master(aid r7777 VTTT7 r7777 r7777 Copy Nmnber above your na ......
@_her Enf@rmat_@n To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If" n d_'ah'r is not n_'arby, you can Jlso follow the' dir_'ctions b_dow to old_'r by t_'h'phon_" or dil'_'ct by ITt:]il. United States and Canada Orders '1_) plnce your order I)7- phone, haw, your Visa M_st_'rCm'd, or I)iscoxa'r card ready Jnd call the toll free number Iist_'d below. Use this number order form.
Card reader, attach 128 Card slot 25 CARD-CAMERA lzaode 48 Symbols 12-bit audio 80 16-bit audio 80 24 hour tilz_e l:_ode 27 A Accessories included 6, 161 6 optional 161 order k)rm 163 unpack 11 Adapter/charger 12, 20, 23 Advanced f_'atures 97 Area, setting 26 AI I)IO button 82 AI I)IO I)IB button 81 Audk) dubbing 80 Audk) indicators 40 Audio modes 53 Audio playback 82 AI I)IO SET lzaenu 111, 112, 113 Audio/video input jacks 65, 84 Auto f_)cus 106 AUTOiMANI ALiMANI AL LOCK switch 14, 17, 46, 47, 48, 49,
Dubbing another digital audio 80 audio camcordcr recorded 83 80 tape to card 78 toaVCR 79, 85 to another digital DV cable 133 video DV cable, 83 optional camcorder 83 Edit search 51 Erase protection tab 15 E['C menu 64, 65, 77, 117 Exposure control 102 EXPOSURE screen 102 Eyepiece R)cus control 16, 34 FAI)E button 57 Fade icon 39 Fading 57 FCC information 160 Ferrite cores, attaching 142, 143 FF button 18, 68, 85 Final notes 144 Firewire connection 133 Focus, auto and manual 106 Focus icons 39,
MENU button 26, 28, 43, 77 Menu screen 43, 53, 55, 56, 60, 62, 64, 73, 79, 88, 108, 109, 111, 113, 114, 116, 117 Menu screen definitions 89 Mini DV cassettes 15 Mode screen definitions 89 Mode screens 42, 88 MODE SELECT screen 119 MILT1 FRAME f_'ature 71 MultiMediaCards 13, 47, 130, 147 Multiple strobe playback 71 Multiple strobe recording 60 N attaching 12 removing 23 using 22 POWER switch 9, 12, 13, 15, 17, 23, 26, 28, 30, 46, 47, 48, 49, 51, 52, 53, 55, 56, 57, 60, 62, 64, 65, (x_, 68, 72, 73, 74, 77,
Shoulder strap24 SHU['.SPEEI) screen104 Shutter speed control104 Shutter speeds 99,105 Shuttle search 70 Solving problems 140 SOUND fbature116 SPspeed30 Speaker w_lume, adjusting 69 Special efTbcts icons38 Specifications 154 SRCH button51 Startrecording 17 Status icons39 Stere<) earphones, optional10 STILL button17,47,48,61,63,71 Stillimage playback 69 Stillimage recording ontape62 Stillimages18 STOP button18,68 Storage, proper152 System requirements f\)r PbotoStudk)(_)2000 126 T ['ape care and storage 152
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Visit the RCA website at www.rca.com Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. Thomson multimedia 10330 North Meridian Indianapolis, Inc. Street IN 46290 ©2001 Thomson multimedia Trademark(s)® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Japan TOCOM 15815300 Part No. TINSE0428TAZZ O Inc.
