Compact VHS Camcorder Instructions

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25 MIN
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3MIN
2MIN
MIN 59MIN
1MIN0MIN
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (  pg. 6)
● Load A Cassette (  pg. 13)
● Recording Mode Setting (  pg. 12)
● Tape Length Setting (  pg. 12)
● Grip Adjustment (  pg. 8)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (  pg. 8)
Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder
1
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked
(models equipped with LCD monitor only). Press in
the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power
Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and
the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
“PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.
2
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears
in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
Power Switch
BRIGHT Wheel (models equipped
with LCD monitor only)
Recording Start/Stop Button
Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)
(Now calculating)
(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor
.... rotate BRIGHT until the bright level
indicator on the display moves and the
appropriate brightness is reached.
RECORDING Basic Recording
Power Switch Position
: Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.
: Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.
OFF : Switches off the camcorder.
: Allows you to play back your recordings.
During shooting
Shooting While Watching The
LCD Monitor (models equipped with LCD monitor only)
1
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Press in the
tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power
Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and
the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
“PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.
2
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
“ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is
in progress.
NOTE:
When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this
happens, use the viewfinder instead.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.