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VMD270
User manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

VMD270

AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

8 – 17

VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
18 – 25
VIDEO RECORDING ............. 19 – 21
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............... 22 – 25

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
26 – 37
D.S.C. RECORDING .............. 27 – 28
D.S.C. PLAYBACK ................ 29 – 37

ADVANCED
FEATURES

38 – 73

USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 39 – 45
FOR RECORDING ................ 46 – 56
DUBBING ......................... 57 – 60
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................ 61 – 72
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ................ 73

REFERENCES

74 – 97

DETAILS ................................... 75
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 76 – 81
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 82
INDEX ............................. 83 – 90
CAUTIONS ........................ 91 – 93
TERMS ............................ 94 – 95
SPECIFICATIONS ................. 96 – 97

INSTRUCTIONS

EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.

Using This Instruction Manual

• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (墌 pg. 1).
• Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
• Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

..... refer to the Index (墌 pgs. 83 – 90) and familiarise yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important
information regarding the safe use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 91 through 93 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power
points in your home or the cable is too short to
reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate
safety approved extension lead or consult your
dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an
identical approved type, as originally fitted, and
to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red

If these colours do not correspond with the
terminal identifications of your plug, connect as
follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or
coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or
coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:

䡲 To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
䡲 When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter /Charger is on its bottom.

Caution: (applies to Docking Station)
To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove
cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service
person.

CAUTIONS:
● This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder
playback are possible anywhere.
● Use the BPD 270 battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC
outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter /Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter
may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE
OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO
read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO
ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO
consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO
be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for
unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make
sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or
handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of
road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating
will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the
manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —
this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as
lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding
the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the
camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to
the camcorder.

CAUTION!
Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables (S-Video, Editing, etc.) connected, then
leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder
to fall, resulting in damage.

䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
” and memory cards marked “
” or
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “
” can be used with this unit.
“

Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark
.
or
.
.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark
.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial
use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show,
performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

• Docking Station
DS270

• Remote Control Unit
TC120

• AC Power Adapter/Charger
ACD270

• DC Cord

• MultiMediaCard (16 MB)

• CD-ROM

• Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)

• Core filter
(for optional
USB cable)

• Battery Pack
BPD270

• AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)

• Editing Cable

•Strap
(墌 pg. 6 for attachment)

NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped
with one or more core filter.

EN
How To Attach The Strap
1

1 Thread one end of the strap through the
eyelet, then pass the other end through the
loop.
2 Attach the screw to the tripod mounting
socket. To tighten the screw firmly, use a
coin, etc.
3 Adjust the length with the adjuster.
NOTES:
● You can use the strap as a shoulder strap by
adjusting the length with the adjuster.
● Because a loose screw may cause damage to the
camcorder, make sure to tighten the screw firmly to
the tripod mounting socket when carrying the
camcorder.
● Use the strap only with this camcorder.
● Do not grip the camcorder too firmly when the
screw is attached. Doing so may cause damage to
the tripod mounting socket.

How To Attach The Core Filter (for optional USB cable)
Attach the provided core filter to an optional USB cable. The Core Filter reduces interference.

3 cm

Stopper
Wind once

Release the
stoppers on both
ends of the Core
Filter.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx.
3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core
Filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the
Core Filter as shown in the illustration.
•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
NOTE:
Take care not to damage the cable.

䡲 When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to a PC.

Close the Core Filter until it
clicks shut.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place
when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”
(factory-preset).
䡲 Available when the Power Switch is set to
“ ” or “ ” and no cassette is in the
camcorder.
䡲 Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If
no operation is performed for more than 1
minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.
䡲 “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the
camcorder power is turned off.
䡲 To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch and press MENU. The Menu
Screen appears.
2. Press + or – to select “
SYSTEM” and
press SET/SELECT. The SYSTEM Menu
appears.
3. Press + or – to select “DEMO MODE” and
press SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Press + or – to select “OFF” and press SET/
SELECT.
5. Press + or – to select “ RETURN”, and
press SET/SELECT twice. The normal screen
appears.
NOTE:
If you do not slide the lens cover down, you
cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic
Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or
viewfinder.

SET/SELECT Button

MENU Button
+, – Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

Sub Menu

DEMO MODE

– OF F
ON

GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
CONTENTS
Power ................................................................... 9 – 10
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................................... 11
Tripod Mounting ............................................................. 11
Date/Time Settings ......................................................... 12
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ........................................... 13
Recording Mode Setting ................................................... 14
Loading A Memory Card ................................................... 15
Picture Quality Mode Setting ............................................. 16
Image Size Mode Setting .................................................. 16
Operation Mode ............................................................. 17

EN
Protruding part
Battery pack

POWER
indicator

CHARGE
indicator

To
AC outlet

Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

AC Power
Adapter/Charger
DC OUT connector

Battery pack
BPD270

Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER
indicator lights.

Attach the battery pack with the
mark aligned
with the corresponding marks on the AC Power
Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins
blinking to indicate charging has started.

When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Remove the battery by
pushing up the protruding part. Remember to unplug
the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from the AC
outlet.

NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the AC Power Adapter/Charger during battery charging, power is
supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may
not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is
worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

About Batteries

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder
temperatures.

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or
expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire
or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come
in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and
possibly start a fire.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power
capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures
(below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease
to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your
pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then
re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself
is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does
not come in direct contact with it.)

For other notes, 墌 pg. 75

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Notches

Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into the
battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2 of
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it
locks into place as shown in the illustration.
•To attach the battery firmly, align its two notches
with the tabs on the camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack. . .
.... while sliding down BATT. RELEASE, detach it.
BATT. RELEASE Switch

ATTENTION:

Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.

Approximate recording time
Battery pack

LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder off

LCD monitor off/
Viewfinder on

BPD270

1 hr.

1 hr. 10min.

NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
• The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
To AC outlet
Power cord

Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).

AC Power
Adapter/Charger

To DC OUT
terminal

DC cord
To battery
pack mount

USING AC POWER
NOTES:
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
● For other notes, 墌 pg. 75.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Power
Switch

Lock Button

1
2
3

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

PAUSE

Tripod Mounting
Dioptre Adjustment
Control

Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s
mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.
•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

CAUTION:
When attaching the camera to a tripod, extend its
legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use
small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the
unit by falling over.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

SET/SELECT Button

MENU Button
+, – Button

Power lamp
Power Switch

Lock Button

Display
W I PE / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BAL ANC E
CAMERA
MANUA L
SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
DSC

OF F

– LCD / TV
– AU T O
– OF F
2 0 . 12 . 01
17 : 3 0

RETURN

CLOCK
ADJ .

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its
display can be turned on or off during playback
(墌 pg. 43, 44).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.

2
3
4

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “
DISPLAY”, and press SET/
SELECT. The DISPLAY Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press SET/
SELECT. “Day” is highlighted.
Press + or – to input the day, and press SET/SELECT.
Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
Press + or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/
SELECT twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

END

ON SCRE E N
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
ADJ .

Date/Time Settings

2 0 . 12 . 01
17 : 3 0

DISPLAY Menu

To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the
camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached
to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s
rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However,
if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the
clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the
date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,
first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the
date/time setting before using the camcorder.
Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the
date/time.
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first
date/time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you
finish setting the minute and press SET/SELECT, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you
have just set.

Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Cassette holder cover
Cassette holder

Make sure the
window side is
facing out.

PUSH HERE

OPEN/EJECT
Switch

Erase protection tab*

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.

Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction
of the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover
open until it locks. The cassette holder opens
automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.

Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to
close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not
apply force. Replace the battery with a fully
charged one before continuing.

Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.

Approximate recording time

* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
.... slide the erase protection tab on the back
of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This
prevents the tape from being recorded
over. To record on this tape, slide the tab
back to “REC” before loading it.

Tape
30 min.

Recording mode
SP
30 min.

LP
45 min.

60 min.

90 min.

80 min.

120 min.

Be sure to press only the section labeled
“PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder;
touching other parts may cause your finger to
get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in
injury or product damage.
NOTES:
● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try
again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
● If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few
minutes later, insert it again.
● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time
before opening the cassette holder cover.
● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the
camcorder.
● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder
is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the
power on before loading or unloading.
● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on
the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette
holder came out or not. See page 21 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

SET/SELECT Button MENU Button
+, – Button
Power lamp

Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your
preference.

2
3
4

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Display
REC MODE

– SP
LP

CAMERA Menu

Sub Menu

Press + or – to select “ CAMERA” and press SET/
SELECT. The CAMERA Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “REC MODE” and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP”
by pressing + or – and press SET/SELECT. Press + or
– to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 65) and Insert Editing
(墌 pg. 67) are impossible on a tape recorded in
the LP mode.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:
● If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode
on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
● During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may
be momentary pauses in the sound.

Loading A Memory Card

Card Cover

1
2
3

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

Close the card cover.

Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
Insert the memory card firmly clipped edge first.
•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of
the label.

To Unload A Memory Card . . .
.... in step 3 push the memory card, then the memory
card comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull
it out and close the card cover.

Clipped edge

NOTES:
”
● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “
or MultiMediaCards marked “
”.
● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with
this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card,
consult its manufacturer or dealer.
● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to
FORMAT the card. 墌 pg. 37

Memory card
Label

To Protect Valuable Files (available
only for SD Memory Card) . . .

Write protection
tab

... slide the write protection tab on the side
of the memory card in the direction of
“LOCK”. This prevents the memory card
from being recorded over. To record on
this memory card, slide the tab back to
the position opposite to “LOCK” before
loading it.

ATTENTION:
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder
to become unable to recognise whether or not the
card is installed.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Picture Quality Mode Setting
SET/SELECT Button

MENU Button
+, – Button

The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match
your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available:
FINE and STANDARD (in order of quality).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

2
3
4

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Display
QUAL I TY
S I ZE
UXGA

DSC Menu

– F I NE
STANDARD
– VGA
– AUTO

Press + or – to select “
DSC” and press SET/
SELECT. The DSC Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “QUALITY” and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to
select the desired mode and press SET/SELECT. Press
+ or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Image Size Mode Setting
The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your
needs. Two Image Size modes are available: XGA (1024 x
768 pixels) and VGA (640 x 480 pixels) (in order of
quality).
I MAGE SIZE

– VGA
XGA
– AUTO

NOTES:
● The number of storable images depends on
the selected picture quality as well as the
composition of the subjects in the images
and the type of memory card being used.
● In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x
576 pixels and they are converted and
stored in the XGA mode file size (1024 x
768 pixels).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

2
3
4

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “
DSC” and press SET/
SELECT. The DSC Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “IMAGE SIZE” and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to
select the desired mode and press SET/SELECT. Press
+ or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Approximate Number of Storable Images
Image Size/Picture
Quality Mode

MultiMediaCard

SD Memory Card

8MB*
24

16MB**
49

32MB*
100

8MB*
20

16MB*
46

32MB*
97

64MB*
195

150

305

140

295

610

VGA FINE

105

215

100

210

435

VGA STANDARD

150

310

630

125

290

610

1255

XGA FINE
XGA STANDARD

* Optional
** Provided

EN
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”
while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch.
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch.
Power Switch Position
(Manual):
Allows you to set various recording functions using
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than
Full Auto recording, try this mode.

Power lamp
Power Switch

(Full Auto):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or
manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
:
• Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
• Allows you to display a still image stored in the
memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the
memory card to a computer.

Lock Button

When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,
“ ” appears. When set to “ ” or “
there is no indication.

”,

When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
“ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set
to “MEMORY”, the selected image size
(“VGA” or “XGA”) is displayed. When set to
“VIDEO”, there is no indication.
VGA

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO:
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If
“REC SELECT” is set to “
/
” in the DSC
Menu Screen, still images are also recorded in the
memory card.
MEMORY:
Allows you to record a still image or display a still
image stored in the memory card.

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
VIDEO RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
CONTENTS
VIDEO RECORDING ............................................ 19 – 21
Basic Recording .............................................................. 19
Journalistic Shooting ........................................................ 20
Interface Shooting .......................................................... 20
Zooming ...................................................................... 20
Time Code .................................................................... 21
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape .................................. 21

VIDEO PLAYBACK .............................................. 22 – 25
Normal Playback ............................................................ 22
Still Playback ................................................................ 22
Shuttle Search ............................................................... 22
Connections ......................................................... 23 – 24
Blank Search ................................................................. 25

VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording

Power Lamp
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Recording Start/
Stop Button
Power Switch

Lock Button

NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (墌 pg. 9)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 11)
● Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 13)
● Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 14)

1
2

Display
25 min

min

90 min

Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)

89 min

3 min

(Now calculating)

0 min

1 min

2 min

(Blinking)

Tally lamp (Lights
while recording is
in progress)

Lens Cover (Slide up
the lens cover to
protect the lens
when the camcorder
is not in use.)

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD
monitor fully.
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the
LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a
click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during
use.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “
appears while recording is in progress.

”

To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
.... press MONITOR BRIGHT + or – until the bright level
indicator on the display moves and the appropriate
brightness is reached.
•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.
Lock Button

BR I GHT

90°

Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the cover.

•The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

180°

MONITOR BRIGHT
+/– Button

NOTES:
● The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface
Shooting.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the
camcorder on again, push back and pull out the
viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes
on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors
may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to
“Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 21).
● When sliding down the lens cover, be sure not to touch
the lens.
● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 39, 41.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 75

VIDEO RECORDING (cont.)

Journalistic Shooting
In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic
results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD
monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

Interface Shooting
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and
you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD
monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180° so that it faces forward.
When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105°,
the monitor image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at
that time, it also switches on.
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-recording) and start
Self-Recording
recording.
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not
appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.

FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
1 xW

OPERATION:

T
1 0 xW

T
20xW

T
40xW

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom display
10x W

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom
zone

Approximate zoom ratio

Power Zoom
Ring

Zoom In
Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring anticlockwise.
Zoom Out
Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring
clockwise.
䡲 The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring the
quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(墌 pg. 52), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 100X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
optical zoom (墌 pg. 40).
● Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
● Digital zoom cannot be used in the following cases:
• When digital image processing, such as Picture
Wipe/Dissolve (墌 pg. 49, 50) or Video Echo
(墌 pg. 48), is activated.
● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Ring is
turned all the way clockwise. Also see “TELE
MACRO” in the Menu Screen on page 40.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 75

Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded
scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌 pg. 68 – 72), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time
code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time
codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The
Middle of A Tape” below in the following cases;
•When shooting again after playing back a
Display
Frames are not displayed
recorded tape.
during recording.
•When power shuts off during shooting.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
Minutes
shooting.
•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
Seconds
•When shooting on a blank portion located
Frames
partway through the tape.
12 : 34 : 24
(25 frames = 1 second)
•When shooting again after shooting a scene
then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 25) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,
then engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 22).
2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then
start recording.
NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” ( 墌 pg. 42, 43).

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
05:43:21

Time code
00:00:00
Tape

Already recorded scene

Shooting start point

Time code
00:00:00
Blank

Newly recorded scene

Shooting stop point

Shooting start point

Proper recording
Time code
05:43:21

Time code
00:00:00
Tape

Already recorded scene

Shooting start point

Time code
05:44:00

New scene

Shooting start point

Latest scene

Shooting start point

VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback
VOL. +/–
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Play/Pause
Button (4/6)
Power Switch

Lock Button
Speaker
Stop Button (5)

SHUTTLE SEARCH
Ring (2/3)

1
2

Load a tape ( pg. 13).
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. To start
playback, press 4/6.
•To stop playback, press 5.
•Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring anti-clockwise
(2) and release to rewind, or clockwise (3)
and release to fast-forward the tape during Stop
mode.

To Control The Speaker Volume . . .
.... press VOL. + to turn up the volume, or – to turn
down the volume.
NOTES:
● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied
from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn
on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “
”.
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg. 23, 24).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor
with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
• When power is supplied from a battery: the “
”
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “
”
does not appear.
• During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the
sound is not heard from the speaker.

Still Playback: Pauses during playback.
1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically
engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.
● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.
1) During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise (3) and release for forward or anticlockwise (2) and release for reverse search.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise (3) or anti-clockwise (2) and hold
it. The search continues as long as you hold the ring. Once you release it, normal playback resumes.
● A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback, Playback Zoom and
Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (provided) ( pg. 63, 64).

Connections
Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable.

To TV or VCR
To S-VIDEO OUT

S-Video cable
(optional)

To S-VIDEO IN
White to
AUDIO L IN*

To AV OUT

Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA
plug] (provided)

Docking
Station**

Red to
AUDIO R IN*
Yellow to
VIDEO IN

* The Audio cable is not required for watching still
images only.
** Refer to “Docking Station Attachment” ( pg. 24).

When the S-Video
cable is not used.

VCR

1
2

Make sure all units are turned off.

3
4
5

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration ( pg. 23).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the
TV to its VIDEO mode.

To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”
in the Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 44).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 44).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape
Running Displays for video playback
Or
Type of file, Directory/File Names and Image
Number/Total Number of Images for D.S.C.
Playback
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in
the Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 44).
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control.

VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the
battery pack ( pg. 10).
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape or memory
card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ”
or “ ”, then set your TV to the appropriate input
mode.
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to
the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder
playback picture.
● While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the
AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the
speaker.

Docking Station Attachment
First align the multi connector and screw on the
Docking Station with the camcorder’s multi
connector and tripod mounting socket and tighten
the screw.
When removing the camcorder, loosen the screw
and detach the camcorder.
NOTE:
While the Docking Station is attached to the
camcorder, it is not possible to load and unload
the memory card. Also, connecting and disconnecting the DV cable are not possible.

Multi connector
Tripod mouting
socket

Screw

Blank Search
FOCUS/BLANK Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button
Stop Button (5)

Helps you find where you should start recording in the
middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption
( pg. 21).

1
2

Load a tape ( pg. 13).

Press FOCUS/BLANK.
•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the
camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward
shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is
about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of
the detected blank portion.

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.

To cancel Blank Search midway . . .
.... press 5.

Display
44

BLANK SEARCH

NOTES:
● In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the
camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the
current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder
searches in the forward direction.
● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared
with the tape.
● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during
Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.
● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape
may not be detected.
● The detected blank portion may be located between
recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure
there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
CONTENTS
D.S.C. RECORDING ............................................. 27 – 28
Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ........................................ 27 – 28

D.S.C. PLAYBACK ............................................... 29 – 37
Normal Playback (Of Images) ............................................ 29
Auto Playback (Of Images) ................................................ 29
Index Screen .................................................................30
Index Playback .............................................................. 31
Jump Playback ............................................................... 31
Protecting Files .............................................................. 32
Deleting Files ........................................................ 33 – 34
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ...................... 35 – 36
Initialising A Memory Card ............................................ 37

D.S.C. RECORDING
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for
taking snapshots.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power ( pg. 9)
● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 11)
● Loading A Memory Card ( pg. 15)
● Picture Quality/Image Size Mode Setting ( pg. 16)

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
Lock Button

Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the cover. Set the VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”, then set the Power
Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button
located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2
3
4
5

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

SNAPSHOT Button
Display
CAMERA Menu

SNAP MODE

– P I N–UP
FRAME
FUL L
MUL T I – 4
MUL T I – 9

Press + or – to select “ CAMERA”, then press SET/
SELECT. The CAMERA Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “SNAP MODE”, then press
SET/SELECT.
Press + or – to select the desired Snapshot mode,
then press SET/SELECT. Press + or – to select
“ RETURN” and press SET/SELECT twice. The
Menu Screen closes.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING
Image Size mode
Displays the Image Size mode of the stored
image. There are 2 modes available: XGA and
VGA ( pg. 16).
Display
VGA

Press SNAPSHOT.
appears while the snapshot
is being taken.
The image is stored in the memory card.
•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or
“ ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the
selected Snapshot mode.

F I NE
10 / 100

Picture Quality mode
Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 2 modes
available: FINE and STD (Standard) ( pg. 16).
Total number of shots
Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored, including
those already taken. The number increases or decreases depending on the shots
stored, the Picture Quality/Image Size mode, etc.
Number of shots taken
Displays the number of images that have already been shot.
Card icon
Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
Shooting icon
Appears and blinks during shooting.

D.S.C. RECORDING (cont.)

EN
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode*

To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .
.... when unwanted still images are stored in the
memory card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting
Files” ( pg. 33) and delete unwanted still images.
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .
.... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set
“BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 39, 41).
The sound is no longer heard from the speaker.

FRAME
Snapshot mode
with frame*

FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame*

MULTI-4
Multi-Analyzer 4

MULTI-9
Multi-Analyzer 9

* There is the sound effect of a shutter
closing.

NOTES:
● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot
recording will be performed in the FULL mode during
Digital Zoom or Night-Mode ( pg. 47).
● The image is stored in the VGA mode regardless of the
image size mode setting ( pg. 16) if “MULTI-4” or
“MULTI-9” is engaged.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
( pg. 40), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “
” blinks
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 47) is
engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such
a case, the icon blinks.
● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes
when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder
shuts off automatically to save power. To perform
shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder
again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
● The Motor Drive mode ( pg. 51) is disabled when the
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the
shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it
is recorded onto the tape.
● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rules
for Camera File systems). They do not have any
compatibility with devices which are not compliant to
DCF.
● In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x 576 pixels
and they are converted and stored in the XGA mode
file size (1024 x 768 pixels).

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Normal Playback (Of Images)

VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Play/Pause
Button (4/6)
Power Switch

Lock Button

[For Normal Playback]
[For Auto Playback]
To display the next image
Display
100-0010

10 / 24

10.10.01
100-0011

11 / 24

10.10.01
100-0012

12 / 24

10.10.01
100-0013

13 / 24

To display the
previous image

Images shot with the camcorder are automatically
numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory
card. You can view the stored images, one at a time,
much like flipping through a photo album.

1
2

Load a memory card ( pg. 15).

Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise (3)
to display the next image.
Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring anti-clockwise
(2) to display the previous image.

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring
(2/3)

Stop Button (5)

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”,
then set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing
down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder fully.
•A stored image is displayed.

Auto Playback (Of Images)
You can run through all the images stored in memory
automatically.

1
2
3

Perform steps 1 and 2 above.
Press 4/6 to start Auto Playback.
To end Auto Playback, press 5.

NOTES:
● Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a
low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing
image, because new images are automatically stored
after the last-recorded one.
● Images shot in a file size other than VGA/XGA with
devices that are compatible with DCF (Design rules for
Camera File systems) will be displayed as reduced-size
thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be
transferred to a PC.
● Images shot with devices that are not compatible with
DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “Unsupported file!” will be displayed.

10.10.01

Total number of
images
Displays the total
number of stored
images.

Image number
Displays the index
number of the image file
( pg. 30).

Directory and File names
Displays the directory and file names ( pg. 30).
Date
Displays the date when the image was shot (if “DATE/TIME”is
set to “ON” in the Menu Screen pg. 43 – 44).

D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

To view video clips ( pg. 60) stored in a memory card . . .
… during normal playback of image, press SET/SELECT ( pg. 84
and 85, ! SET/SELECT Button) once to engage the video clip
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then pressing 4/6 can allow you to
view the video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder; video
clips cannot be displayed on a connected TV.
Total number
• You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
of files
( below and pg. 31).

E - CL I P

File (index) number

To listen to sound effects ( pg. 55) stored in a memory card . . .
… during normal playback of image, press SET/SELECT ( pg. 84
and 85, ! SET/SELECT Button) twice to engage the sound
effect mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then pressing D.SOUND
( pg. 84 and 85, 9 D.SOUND Button) can allow you to
listen to the sound effect.
• You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
( below and pg. 31).

D . SOUND
1 / 12
EXPL OS I ON

Selected sound effect name

Picture
Quality
Type of file
Directory and File
Selected file
names

EXIT

IMAGE

100-DVC00003

1 F

2 S

VGA
VGA

3 S

Index Screen
The files you stored can be displayed together with their
index information. Convenient for checking files stored
beforehand, the Index Screen also shows the Picture
Quality, Image Size mode, directory and file names as well
as which files are protected against accidental erasure. To
display the Index Screen, pg. 31.

IMAGE/E-CLIP/SOUND: Type of File
4 F

5 F

6 F

Displays the type of file of the displayed index screen.
There are 3 types available: IMAGE for still images,
E-CLIP for video clips ( pg. 60), SOUND for sound
effects ( pg. 55, 66).

1: Index number
Image Size
Index number

Protect icon

100-DVC00003: Directory and File
names
Shows that the selected file is in a directory
called “100” and its file name is “DVC00003”.
Each time shooting takes place, a file name is
made using a number which is larger by one
than the largest number of the file names
which are in use. If the file name reaches
DVC09999, a new directory will be made and
the file name will start again from DVC00001.
In the playback screen ( pg. 29), the
directory and only the last four digits of the file
name are displayed.
In the Index Screen for sound effects, the name
of the selected sound effect is displayed if the
name is compatible with ID3TAG ver 1 or 2.

Selected File
A file is framed in green when it is selected.
Press + or – to move the green frame to the
desired file.

Index numbers are marked from 1. For example, when
10 files are stored (index number: 1 to 10), if three files
with index numbers 2, 4 and 6 are deleted from memory,
the remaining files are automatically moved up to fill any
gaps in the numerical sequence. Therefore, the number
of remaining files is 7, and the new index numbers range
from 1 to 7.

F/S: Picture Quality
Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image.
There are 2 modes available: FINE and STANDARD (in
order of quality) ( pg. 16). (Appears only when
displaying still images.)

VGA/XGA: Image Size
Displays the size of the stored image. There are 2 modes
available: VGA and XGA ( pg. 16). (Appears only when
displaying still images.)

: Protect icon
When a file is protected against its accidental erasure, a
padlock mark appears next to the index number, and that
file cannot be deleted.

Index Playback

INDEX Button
+, – Button

FOCUS/BLANK
Button

You can view the files (still images, video clips
( pg. 60), or sound effects ( pg. 55, 66)) stored in
memory six at a time. Use this mode when looking for a
file you wish to view or hear.

1
2

Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” on
pg. 29.

3
4

Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.

SET/SELECT
Button

EXIT

IMAGE

100-DVC00001

VGA

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

EXIT

E-CLIP

100-DVC00001

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

EXIT

EXPLOSION

SOUND

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

Index Screen
for images

Index Screen
for video clips

Index Screen
for sound
effects

Display
JUMP MENU

10 / 50
S E L EC T
SE T
CANC E L

Index number

[+/–]
[ S E T / S E LECT ]
[ B L ANK ]

Jump Screen

Total number
of files

To display the Index Screen . . .
… for images, go to step 3.
… for video clips ( pg. 60), press SET/SELECT
once to engage the video clip mode. “E-CLIP”
appears. Then go to step 3.
… for sound effects ( pg. 55), press SET/SELECT
twice to engage the sound effect mode.
“D.SOUND” appears. Then go to step 3.

Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file and press SET/SELECT. The file selected in the
Index Screen is displayed or played back.
•To start playback of the selected video clip, press
4/6. To stop playback midway, press 5.
•To start playback of the selected sound effect, press
D.SOUND.

Jump Playback
You can call up directly a file you want to play back by
specifying its index number.

During normal playback of images, press SET/
SELECT repeatedly to select the type of file you want
to play back.

2
3

Press FOCUS/BLANK. The Jump Screen appears.
Press + or – to enter the index number of the desired
file and press SET/SELECT.
•The file for the selected index number is displayed.
•To cancel the Jump Playback while the Jump
Screen is being displayed, press FOCUS/BLANK
again.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

EN
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch

Protecting Files
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of
files. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the index
number, that file cannot be deleted.

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”,
then set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully.
•A stored image file is displayed.
To protect the image file . . .
… go to step 2.
To protect the video clip file. . . .
… press SET/SELECT once to engage the video clip
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then go to step 2.
To protect the sound effect file. . . .
… press SET/SELECT twice to engage the sound
effect mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then go to
step 2.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or –
to select “
MEMORY” and press SET/SELECT. The
MEMORY Menu appears.

Press + or – to select “PROTECT” and press SET/
SELECT. The PROTECT Index Screen appears.

Lock Button

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

Display
MEMORY Menu
PROTECT
DELET E
DPOF
FORMAT

TO PROTECT A FILE
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

RETURN

EXIT

PROTECT

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

PROTECT Index
Screen

Padlock mark
Normal playback
EXIT

If Protection is
removed

Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file and press SET/SELECT. A “ ” padlock mark
appears on the selected file.
Repeat this procedure for all files you do not wish to
delete by accident.

Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The
normal playback screen appears.

NOTE:
When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even
protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose
important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.

TO REMOVE PROTECTION
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

PROTECT

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

Normal playback

Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file and press SET/SELECT. The “ ” padlock mark
located above the file disappears and the file is no
longer protected.
Repeat this procedure for all files from which you
wish to remove protection.

Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The
normal playback screen appears.

Deleting Files
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a
time or all at once.

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”,
then set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully.
•A stored image file is displayed.
To delete the image file . . .
… go to step 2.
To delete the video clip file. . . .
… Press SET/SELECT once to engage the video clip
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then go to step 2.
To delete the sound effect file. . . .
… Press SET/SELECT twice to engage the sound
effect mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then go to
step 2.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or
– to select “
MEMORY” and press SET/SELECT.
The MEMORY Menu appears.

Press + or – to select “DELETE” and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.

Lock Button

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

TO SELECT A FILE BY BROWSING FILES
STORED IN MEMORY
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3
above.
Display
EXIT

DELETE

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

DELE T E
SE L ECT

– CANCEL
EXECUT E

DELETE Index
Screen

Deletion
Confirmation
Screen

4
5

Press + or – to select “SELECT” and press SET/
SELECT. The DELETE Index Screen appears.

6
7

Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The
Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file that you wish to delete and press SET/SELECT.
An “ ” appears above the selected file.
Repeat this procedure for all files that you wish to
delete. To deselect a file, press SET/SELECT again.
The “ ” disappears.

Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. The selected files are deleted and the
normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel deletion, press + or – to select
“CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.

NOTES:
● Protected files ( pg. 32) cannot be deleted with the
above operation. To delete them, remove protection
first.
● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.
Check files before deleting.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

TO DELETE THE DISPLAYED FILE
MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on
page 33.

4
5

Press + or – to select “CURRENT” and press SET/
SELECT. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. The currently displayed file is deleted.
•If “CURRENT FILE IS PROTECTED” appears, the
file is protected and cannot be deleted
( pg. 32).
•To cancel deletion, press + or – to select “CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.

TO DELETE ALL FILES
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on
page 33.

4
5

Press + or – to select “ALL” and press SET/SELECT.
The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. All the files are deleted.
•To cancel deletion, press + or – to select “CANCEL”
and press SET/SELECT.

CAUTION:
Do not remove the memory card or perform any other
operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during
deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power
Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during
deletion. If the memory card becomes corrupted,
initialise it. ( pg. 37)

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital
Print Order Format) standard in order to support future
systems such as automatic printing, which records
information about the still images you wish to print (such
as the number of prints to make). There are 2 print
information settings available: “To print all still images
(one print for each)” explained below and “To print by
selecting still images and no. of prints” ( pg. 36).

TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES (ONE PRINT
FOR EACH)
Lock Button

2
3
4
5

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel selection, press + or – to select “CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

Display
DPOF Menu
DPOF

– SELECT
AL L
RESET

DPOF
AL L

– CANCEL
EXECUTE

Press + or – to select “
MEMORY” and press SET/
SELECT. The MEMORY Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “DPOF” and press SET/SELECT.
The Sub Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “ALL” and press SET/SELECT.
Selection is complete. The Confirmation Screen
appears.

To Reset The Setting . . .
.... select “RESET” in step 5. The setting is reset to 0 for
all still images.

Confirmation
Screen

D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES
AND NO. OF PRINTS

1
2

Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 35.

3
4

Press + or – to move the green frame to the image
you wish to print and press SET/SELECT.

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

Press + or – to select “SELECT” and press SET/
SELECT. Selection is complete. The DPOF Index
Screen appears.

Select the number of prints by pressing + to increase
the number, or – to decrease the number and press
SET/SELECT.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of
prints.
•The number of prints can be set up to 15.
•To correct the number of prints, select the image
again and change the number.

Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT.
Selection is complete. The Confirmation Screen
appears.

Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel selection, press + or – to select “CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.

To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .
.... select “RESET” in step 5 on pg. 35. The number of
prints is reset to 0 for all still images.
Number of prints

CAUTION:

Display
EXIT

DPOF

100-DVC00021

VGA

DPOF
SE L ECT

– CANCEL
EXECUTE

DPOF Index
Screen

While performing the above, never disconnect power,
as this may cause the memory to be corrupted.
NOTES:
● If you load a memory card already set as shown above
in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints
of the selected still images automatically.
● To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a
memory card ( pg. 59).

Confirmation
Screen

Initialising A Memory Card
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

You can initialise a memory card anytime.
After initialising, all files and data stored in the memory
card, including those which have been protected, are
cleared.

2
3
4
5

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “
MEMORY” and press SET/
SELECT. The MEMORY Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “FORMAT” and press SET/
SELECT. The Confirmation Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. The memory card is initialised. When
initialisation is finished, “NO FILES STORED” or
“NO SOUND FILES” appears.
•To cancel initialisation, press + or – to select
“CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.

CAUTION:

Display
PROTEC T
DELE T E
DPOF
FORMAT

MEMORY Menu
CANCEL
EXECUTE

RETURN

FORMAT
FORMAT

– CANCEL
EXECUTE

ERASE AL L
EX I ST I NG F I LES ?

Confirmation
Screen

Do not perform any other operation (such as turning
off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure
to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the
memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes
exhausted during initialisation. If the memory card
becomes corrupted initialise it.

ADVANCED FEATURES
ADVANCED FEATURES
CONTENTS
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ............ 39 – 45
For Recording Menu ............................................... 39 – 42
For Playback Menu ................................................ 43 – 45

FOR RECORDING ............................................... 46 – 56
5-Second Recording .................................................... 46
Program AE With Special Effects ................................ 47 – 48
Fade/Wipe Effects ................................................. 49 – 50
Snapshot (For Video Recording) .......................................... 51
Auto Focus/Manual Focus ................................................. 52
Exposure Control ............................................................ 53
Iris Lock ....................................................................... 53
White Balance Adjustment ............................................ 54
Manual White Balance Operation ........................................ 54
Digital Sound Effects ............................................... 55 – 56

DUBBING ......................................................... 57 – 60
Dubbing To A VCR ........................................................... 57
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .................................. 58
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card ...... 59
Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory
Card (E-Mail Clip Recording) .............................................. 60

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...................... 61 – 72
Installing The Batteries .................................................... 61
Slow-Motion Playback ..................................................... 63
Frame-By-Frame Playback ................................................ 63
Playback Zoom .............................................................. 63
Playback Special Effects .................................................... 64
Audio Dubbing ............................................................... 65
Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects ............................. 66
Insert Editing ................................................................. 67
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ........................... 68 – 71
For More Accurate Editing ................................................. 72

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ............................................... 73
Connection To A Personal Computer ..................................... 73

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT
MENU Button
+, – Button

SET/SELECT Button

For Recording Menu
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 40 – 42).

Power Switch

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Lock Button

2
3
4

Function menu setting depends on the function.
If you have selected “
WIPE/FADER”,
“
PROGRAM AE” or “
W. BALANCE” . . .
…see pg. 40.
If you have selected “ CAMERA”,
“
MANUAL”, “
SYSTEM”, “
DISPLAY” or
“
DSC”. . .
…go to step 5.

Press + or – to select the desired function and press
SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.
Then, press + or – to select the parameter, and press
SET/SELECT. Selection is complete.

Press + or – to select “ RETURN” and press SET/
SELECT twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•The icon represents “END”.

Display
W I PE / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BAL ANC E
CAMERA
MANUA L
SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
DSC

Menu Screen

OF F

REC MODE
SOUND MODE
ZOOM
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP

END

–
–
–
–
–

SP
12B I T
40 x
FUL L
AGC

RETURN

Sub Menu
DIS

BEEP
TAL LY
DEMO MODE
CAM R E SET
SOUND I N

– OF F
ON

– MELODY
– ON
– ON
– MIC

RETURN

ON SCRE E N
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
ADJ .

– LCD / TV
– AU T O
– O FF
2 0 . 12 . 01
17 : 3 0

RETURN

QUAL I TY
– F I NE
IMAGE SIZE – V GA
REC S E L E CT –

RETURN

W I PE / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BAL ANC E
CAMERA
MANUA L
SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
DSC
END

Normal Screen

Press + or – to select the desired function icon, and
press SET/SELECT. The selected function menu
appears.

EN USING MENUS
Menu Screen Explanations
WIPE/FADER

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 49, 50).

PROGRAM AE

Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 47, 48).

W.BALANCE

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” ( pg. 54).

REC MODE

Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your
preference ( pg. 14).

SOUND
MODE

12 BIT

Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is
recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the
32 kHz mode of previous models)

16 BIT

Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.
(Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

10X

When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will
reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.

40X

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a
maximum of 40X digital magnification.

100X

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a
maximum of 100X digital magnification.

CAMERA

ZOOM

SNAP MODE

Refer to “Basic Shooting (Snapshot)” ( pg. 27) or “Snapshot (For Video
Recording)” ( pg. 51).

GAIN UP

OFF

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.

AGC

The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

AUTO

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a
subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter
image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth
or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed
is being automatically adjusted, “
” is displayed.

OFF

To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or
under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
•When shooting dark or dim subjects.
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “
” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.

DIS

MANUAL

FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)

TELE
MACRO

OFF
5S

Refer to “5-Second Recording” ( pg. 46).

ANIM.

Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving ( pg. 46).

OFF

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the
zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m to the
subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set
to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of
approx. 60 cm.
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

MANUAL

WIDE
MODE

Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a
normal screen ratio.

CINEMA

Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on
wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are
cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9.
appears. When using this
mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/
recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at
the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed
16:9 movie.
•“CINEMA” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is
set to “VIDEO”.

SQUEEZE For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the
image to fit the screen without distortion.
appears. When using this
mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/
recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated
vertically.
•“SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is
set to “VIDEO”.
WIND
CUT

OFF

Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.

Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “
the sound will change. This is normal.

BEEP

OFF

Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the
tape.

BEEP

The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning
and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect ( pg. 27,
51).

MELODY

Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It
also activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 27, 51).

OFF

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.

OFF

Automatic demonstration will not take place.

Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects,
etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When
“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1
minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
NOTES:
● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
● “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned
off.
● If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available.
After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.

TALLY

SYSTEM

OFF

DEMO
MODE

” appears. The quality of

SYSTEM

EN USING

DISPLAY

Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.

CAM
RESET

CANCEL

SOUND
IN

MIC

Enables sound input from camcorder’s stereo microphone, when Audio
Dubbing ( pg. 65) is executed. “MIC” appears on the Audio Dubbing
screen.

D.SOUND

Enables sound effect input recorded on the provided memory card, when
Audio Dubbing ( pg. 66) is executed. “D. SOUND” appears on the Audio
Dubbing screen.

LCD

Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from
appearing on the connected TV screen.

LCD/TV

Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is
connected to a TV.

OFF

The date/time does not appear.

AUTO

Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:
•When the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “ ” or “ ”.
•When playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when scenes
are recorded.
•When the date is changed during playback.

The date/time is always displayed.

OFF

Time code is not displayed.

Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame
numbers are not displayed during recording.

ON
SCREEN

DATE/
TIME

TIME
CODE

DSC

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)

EXECUTE Resets all settings to the factory-preset.

CLOCK ADJ.

Allows you to set the current date and time ( pg. 12).

QUALITY

Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE and STANDARD)
depending on your preference ( pg. 16).

IMAGE SIZE

Allows you to set the Image Size mode (XGA and VGA) depending on your
preference ( pg. 16).

REC
SELECT

When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape.

When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in
the memory card.

: Factory-preset

NOTES:
● The “ CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.
● The “
MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
●“
SYSTEM” and “
DISPLAY” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” are also
applied when the Power Switch is set to “
” ( pg. 43). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the Power
Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “
DISPLAY” settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “ON SCREEN” setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control
(provided) ( pg. 24, 57, 69).

EN
MENU Button
SET/SELECT Button

+, – Button

Power Switch

Lock Button
Display
V I DEO
SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
MEMOR Y

SOUND MODE
12B I T MODE
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
COPY

END

For Playback Menu
The following procedure applies to all except Synchro
Comp (墌 pg. 72).

Set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2
3

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

4
5
6

Press + or – to select the desired function, and press
SET/SELECT to display the Sub Menu.

Press + or – to select the desired function icon, and
press SET/SELECT. The selected function menu
appears.

Press + or – to select the desired parameter and
press SET/SELECT. Selection is complete.
Press + or – to select “ RETURN” and press SET/
SELECT twice to close the Menu Screen.

Menu Screen Explanations
SOUND MODE 墌 pg. 45.
SOUND MOD E
12B I T MOD E
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
COPY

–
–
–
–
–

STEREO
SOUND 1
O.O
SP
OF F

12BIT MODE

墌 pg. 45.

SYNCHRO
REC MODE

墌 pg. 72.

BEEP
TAL LY
DEMO MODE
CAM R E SET
SOUND IN

– MELODY
– ON
– ON

VIDEO

RETURN

– MIC

RETURN

COPY
ON SCRE E N
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE

– LCD / TV
– AU T O
– OF F

Allows you to set the video
recording mode (SP or LP)
depending on your preference
(墌 pg. 14). It is recommended
you use “REC MODE” in the
“
VIDEO” when using this
camcorder as a recorder during
digital dubbing (墌 pg. 58).
ON: Enables dubbing of images
recorded on a tape to a memory
card (墌 pg. 59).
OFF: Enables snapshots to be
taken during video playback.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

RETURN

V I DEO
SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
MEMOR Y

END

PROTE C T
DELE T E
DPOF
FORMAT

NOTES:
● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN settings by
pressing DISPLAY on the remote control (provided).
● “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set
to “
” or “ ” (墌 pg. 14, 40).

MEMORY

DISPLAY

SYSTEM

EN USING MENUS FOR
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)
Display
ON SCREEN setting:
12B I T / SOUND1

SP 46

For playback sound,
tape speed and tape
running during video
playback.

Each setting is linked with “
DISPLAY”
or “
SYSTEM”, which appears when the
Power Switch is set to “ ” (墌 pg. 41, 42).
The parameters are the same as in the
description on pg. 41, 42.
IMAGE

100-0001 6

For type of file,
directory, file name,
index number and
total number during
D.S.C. playback.

墌 pg. 29 – 37
1 / 50

DATE/TIME setting:
For date during
D.S.C. playback.

2 0 . 12 . 01
17 : 3 0

For date/time during
video playback.

TIME CODE setting: For time code.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames*
*25 frames = 1 second
12 : 34 : 24

Playback Sound
During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the
sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access
explanation on pg. 43, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the
desired parameter.

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

STEREO

Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

SOUND L

Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.

SOUND R

Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.

MIX

Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on
both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

SOUND 1

Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

SOUND 2

Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

: Factory-preset

NOTES:
● The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions,
“12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)
● The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or
rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.

FOR RECORDING

5-Second Recording
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips
to keep the action moving. This function is available only
for video recording.

VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Recording Start/
Stop Button

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

2
3
4
5

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Lock Button

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

SNAPSHOT Button

Display
MANUAL Menu
5S

– OF F
5S
AN I M .

Press + or – to select “
MANUAL”, and press SET/
SELECT. The MANUAL Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “5S”, and press SET/SELECT. The
Sub Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “5S”, and press SET/SELECT.
Selection is complete. Press + or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT twice to close the
Menu Screen.
•“5S” appears.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp
lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of
recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters
Record-Standby mode.
•Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button
again within 5 seconds after recording starts,
Record-Standby mode is not engaged.

To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 5.

To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button in
step 6, select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu
Screen, then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder
records a 5-second still (墌 pg. 51). When “5S” is set
to “ANIM.” (墌 pg. 40) this function is not available.
NOTE:
When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen the
5-second recording mode is not available. Animation
recording of a few frames only is taken instead (墌 pg. 40).

EN
IMPORTANT:
Some modes of Program AE with special
effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe
Effects (墌 pg. 49, 50). If an unusable mode is
selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.
MENU Button
SET/SELECT Button

+, – Button

Power Switch

Program AE With Special Effects

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2
3
4

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “
PROGRAM AE”, then
press SET/SELECT. PROGRAM AE Menu appears.
Press + or – to select the desired mode (墌 below
and pg. 48), then press SET/SELECT. Selection is
complete. Press SET/SELECT again. The Menu
Screen closes.
•The selected mode indicator appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .
... select “OFF” in step 4.

Lock Button

NOTE:
Program AE with special effects can be changed during
recording or during Record-Standby.

Display
SHUT T ER 1/120
SPORT S
SNOW
SPOT L I GHT
TW I L I GHT
SEP I A
MONOT ONE
CLASS I C F I LM
STROB E
V I DEO ECHO
OF F

PROGRAM AE
Menu

NIGHT MODE
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting.
Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may
look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter
speed. The shutter speed is automatically
adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity.
“ ” appears beside “
” while the shutter speed
is being automatically adjusted.
SLOW (Slow Shutter)
Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting. Use
“SLOW” only in dark areas.
SLOW 4X
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow
shooting in dark environments.
SLOW 10X
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to
allow shooting in even darker environments.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed)
1/50 – The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a
second. Black bands that usually appear when
shooting a TV screen become narrower.
1/120 – The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting
under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp
is reduced.
SPORTS
(Variable Shutter Speed:
1/250 – 1/4000)
This setting allows fastmoving images to be
captured one frame at a
time, for vivid, stable
slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter
speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the
shutter function under good lighting conditions.
SNOW
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too dark when shooting in extremely
bright surroundings such as in the snow.
SPOTLIGHT
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too bright when shooting under extremely
strong direct lighting such as spotlights.
TWILIGHT
Makes evening scenes
look more natural.
White Balance
(墌 pg. 54) is automatically set to “ ”, but can
be changed to your
desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the
camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from
approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m,
adjust the focus manually. The flash does not fire
in this mode.
NOTES:
For NIGHT MODE:
● During Night-Mode, the following functions or
settings cannot be activated and its indicator
blinks or goes out:
• Some modes of “Picture Wipe/Dissolve” (墌 pg.
49, 50).
•“GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu (墌 pg. 40).
•“DIS” in MANUAL Menu (墌 pg. 40).
● During Night-Mode, it may be difficult to bring
the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of
manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.

FOR RECORDING (cont.)
SEPIA
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a
classic look.
MONOTONE
Like classic black and white films, your footage is
shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema
mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.
CLASSIC FILM
Gives recorded scenes a
strobe effect.

STROBE
Your recording looks like
a series of consecutive
snapshots.

VIDEO ECHO
Adds a “ghost” to the
subject, giving your
recording a “fantasy”
feeling. Zoom magnification of over 10X is not
available.

For SLOW (Slow Shutter):
● When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a
strobe-like effect.
● When using “SLOW”, it may be difficult to bring
the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of
manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.
For SPOTLIGHT:
“SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the
exposure control (墌 pg. 53).

Fade/Wipe Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition
from one scene to the next. You can also vary
transitions from scene to scene.
IMPORTANT:
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with
certain modes of Program AE with special
effects (墌 pg. 47, 48). If an unusable Fade/
Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or
goes out.
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Recording Start/
Stop Button

FADE/WIPE SELECTION (
,
,
,
,
and

MENU Button
SET/SELECT Button

+, – Button

NOTES:
● You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe
by pressing and holding the Recording Start/
Stop Button.
● If the power is turned off after a scene is
finished recording, the stored point is
erased, disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve
combination. When this happens, the
Picture Wipe/Dissolve indicator blinks. Also
note that power shuts off automatically if 5
minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode.
● The sound at the end of the last recorded
scene is not stored.

Fade or Wipe works when video recording is started or
when you stop recording.

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2
3
4

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the
Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.

Power Switch

Lock Button

,
)

EN
,
,

Press + or – to select “
SET/SELECT.

WIPE/FADER”, then press

Press + or – to select the desired function, then press
SET/SELECT. Selection is complete. Press SET/
SELECT again.
•The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect
is reserved. The indicator representing the selected
effect appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .
... select “OFF” in step 4.

PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION
(
,
,
,
,
,
and
)
The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video
recording is started.

1
2

Follow steps 1 through 4 above.

If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of
the end of the previous recording (without having
turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene
wipes out, revealing the new scene.

Engage the Record-Standby mode.
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button when one
scene is finished. The point at which the scene
ended is stored in memory.
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during RecordStandby mode . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording and press it again when one scene is
finished. The point at which the scene ended is
stored in memory.
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during RecordStandby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/
Dissolve . . .
.... the point at which the scene ended is already
stored in memory.

EN
Fader And Wipe Menu
Menu

FADER — WHITE
FADER — BLACK
FADER — B.W
MOSAIC

FOR RECORDING (cont.)
Effect
Fade in or out with a white screen.
Fade in or out with a black screen.
Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade
out from colour to black and white.
Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect.

WIPE — CORNER

Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left
corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black
screen.

WIPE — WINDOW

The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward
the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to
the centre.

WIPE — SLIDE

Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.

WIPE — DOOR

Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and
right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.

WIPE — SCROLL

The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or
wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

WIPE — SHUTTER

Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and
bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre
leaving a black screen.

DISSOLVE

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.

WIPE — CORNER

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right
corner to the lower left corner.

WIPE — WINDOW

The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen
toward the corners, covering the previous scene.

WIPE — SLIDE

The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right
to left.

WIPE — DOOR

The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left,
like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.

WIPE — SCROLL

The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the
screen to the top.

WIPE — SHUTTER

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre
toward the top and bottom of the screen.

Snapshot (For Video Recording)

MENU Button
SET/SELECT
Button

This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.

+, – Button
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch
SNAPSHOT Button

Lock Button

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

2
3
4
5

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Display

CAMERA Menu
SNAP MODE

– P I N–UP
FRAME
FUL L
MUL T I – 4
MUL T I – 9

NOTES:
● To remove the shutter sound, 墌 “BEEP” on
pg. 39, 41.
● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged,
Snapshot recording will be performed in the
FULL mode during Digital Zoom or NightMode (墌 pg. 47).
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “
”
blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Program AE with special effects (墌 pg. 47)
is engaged, certain modes of Program AE
with special effects are disabled during
Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon
blinks.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set
to “ON” (墌 pg. 40), the Stabiliser will be
disabled.
● During playback as well, all snapshot modes
are available when “
COPY” is set
to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 43).
However, the shutter sound is not heard.
● When a cable is connected to the AV
connector, the shutter sound is not heard
from the speaker, however it is recorded
onto the tape.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT.
appears while the snapshot
is being taken.
If you press during Record-Standby . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
If you press during Recording . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal
recording resumes.
•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or
“ ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the
selected Snapshot mode.

Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to
serial photography. (Interval between still images:
approx. 1 second)
● The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC SELECT”
is set to “
/
” in the Menu Screen
(墌 pg. 42).

Focus detection zone

FOR RECORDING (cont.)
While focusing on a further
subject

While focusing on a nearer
subject

Manual focus indicator

FEATURE: Auto Focus
PURPOSE:
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.
5 cm to the subject) to infinity.
However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual
focusing):
• When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
• When illumination is low.*
• When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall,
or a clear, blue sky.*
• When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
• When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.
• When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
• When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , ,
and
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a
piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry
naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first ( 墌 pg. 20). If zoomed-in in the auto focus
mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder
and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” ( 墌 pg. 40) is activated.

FEATURE: Manual Focus
PURPOSE:
To obtain correct focus.

OPERATION:
1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments
(墌 pg. 11).
2) Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press
FOCUS/BLANK (墌 pg. 84 and 85, $ FOCUS/BLANK Button). The manual focus indicator appears.
3) To focus on a farther subject, press +. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, press –. “ ” appears and blinks.
4) Press SET/SELECT. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS/BLANK twice or set the Power Switch to “ ”.
If FOCUS/BLANK is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.
NOTES:
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If
you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

Exposure Control

Iris Lock

Manual exposure control is recommended in the
following situations:
• When shooting using reverse lighting or when the
background is too bright.
• When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
• When the background is overly dark or the
subject is bright.

Use this function in the following situations:
• When shooting a moving subject.
• When the distance to the subject changes (so its
size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder
changes), such as when the subject is backing
away.
• When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
• When shooting objects under a spotlight.
• When zooming.
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked.
Even when the subject moves away from you, the
image will not darken or brighten.
Before the following steps, perform steps 1 and 2
of “Exposure Control”.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2
3
4

Press EXPOSURE. The exposure control
indicator appear.
Press + to brighten the image, or – to darken
the image. (maximum ±6)
Press SET/SELECT. Exposure adjustment is
complete.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
… press EXPOSURE twice or set the Power Switch to
“ ”. (If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the camcorder
will enter the exposure control mode again.)
To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .
… press BACKLIGHT.
is displayed and the
subject is brightened. If pressed again,
disappears and the brightness returns to the
previous level.
• +3 exposure has the same effect as the
BACKLIGHT Button.
• Using BACKLIGHT Button may cause the light
around the subject to become too bright and the
subject to become white.
• Backlight compensations is also available when
the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
NOTE:
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the
same time with backlight, spotlight (墌 pg. 48)
compensation and “SNOW” (墌 pg. 48).
SET/SELECT
Button

+, – Button

BACKLIGHT
Button

EXPOSURE
Button
Power Switch

Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
SET/SELECT for over 2 seconds. The exposure
control indicator and “ ” appear.
Press SET/SELECT. “ ” changes to “ ” and
the iris is locked.

Iris lock indicator

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
... press EXPOSURE twice so that the exposure
control indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the
Power Switch to “ ”.
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .
... after step 2 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the
exposure by pressing + or –. Then lock the iris in
step 3 of “Iris Lock”. For automatic locking, press
EXPOSURE twice in step 2. The iris becomes
automatic after about 2 seconds.
Iris
Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in welllit environments to keep too much light from
entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in
more light.

FOR RECORDING (cont.)

White Balance Adjustment

Manual White Balance Operation

A term that refers to the correctness of colour
reproduction under various lighting. If the white
balance is correct, all other colours will be
accurately reproduced.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators
control this function manually to achieve a more
professional colour/tint reproduction.

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
various types of lighting.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the
viewfinder fully.

2
3

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press + or – to select “
W.BALANCE”, then
press SET/SELECT. The W.BALANCE Menu
appears.
Press + or – to select the desired mode.
“AUTO”
– White balance is adjusted
automatically (factory
preset).
“
MWB”
– White balance is set
manually.
“
FINE”
– Outdoors on a sunny day.
“
CLOUD” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.
“
HALOGEN” – A video light or similar
type of lighting is used.
Press SET/SELECT. Selection is complete. Press
SET/SELECT again. The Menu Screen closes
and the selected mode indicator except
“AUTO” appears.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power
Switch to “ ”.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or
Monotone (墌 pg. 48) is activated.

1
2

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
adjustment, and select “
MWB”.

Press SET/SELECT until
begins blinking
rapidly.
When the setting is completed,
resumes
normal blinking.

Press SET/SELECT twice. The Menu Screen
closes and the Manual White Balance indicator
is displayed.

Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that
the white paper fills the screen.

White paper

MENU Button
+, – Button

SET/SELECT
Button
Power Switch

NOTES:
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually
(墌 pg. 52).
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature
is different depending on the light source, the
subject tint will differ depending on the white
balance settings. Use this function for a more
natural result.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off
or the battery removed.

Digital Sound Effects

MENU Button
INDEX
Button

+, – Button
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Power Switch
SET/SELECT
Button
D.SOUND
Button

SOUND EFFECT MODE SELECTION

1
2

Load the provided memory card (墌 pg. 15) and a
cassette (墌 pg. 13).

3
4

Press INDEX. The sound effects Index Screen
appears.

Press SET/SELECT. The selection is complete and the
selected sound effect indication is displayed.

Lock Button
Display
EXIT

EXPLOSION

SOUND

1 F

2 S

3 S

4 F

5 F

6 F

APPLAUSE

Index Screen
for sound
effects

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully.

Press + or – to select the desired sound effect.
•Pressing D.SOUND starts playback of the currently
selected sound effect so you can check it without
recording it onto the tape. Press D.SOUND again
to stop the sound effect playback.

Selected
(framed in
green)

Sound effect
indication

You can download sound data available at our Web Site (see below for URL) and transfer them from your
PC to the memory card using an optional USB cable to create more sound effects.
http://www.thomson-music.com
• Sound data should be copied into the memory card’s DCSD\100JVCGR folder.
• The file names should be in numerical sequence starting from DVC00001.mp3.
• Also, refer to the instruction manual of the provided software.
• Use the optional PC card adapter or floppy adapter to transfer sound data from a PC to the memory card.

FOR RECORDING (cont.)

SOUND EFFECT RECORDING

Press D.SOUND during recording. The “ ” moves
and the selected sound effect is recorded onto the
tape.
•The sound effect cannot be heard from the speaker
during recording. Use a headphone set to hear the
sound effect.

To cancel recording the sound effect midway . . .
... press D.SOUND again. The camcorder stops recording the sound effect.
D.SOUND Button

NOTES:
● Sound effects can also be used for Audio Dubbing
(墌 pg. 66).
● Sound effects can also be selected during D.S.C.
playback mode (墌 pg. 31).
● Sound effect recording is available only when the
sound effect indication is displayed.
● Sound effects created on a PC can be transferred to a
memory card by copying them into the memory card’s
sound folder with the specified file name. For details,
refer to the instruction manual of the provided
software. However, some sound (effects) created on a
PC cannot be played back with this camcorder.

DUBBING

Dubbing To A VCR

1
2

Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and
the VCR. Also refer to pg. 23 and 24.

3
4

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

5
6
7

Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
Record mode.

To AV OUT

To S-VIDEO
OUT

Docking Station

Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA
plug] (provided)

S-Video
cable
(optional)

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just
before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press
4/6 on the camcorder.

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
4/6 on the camcorder.
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

To AUDIO, VIDEO*
-IN connectors
and

Cable Adapter
(optional)
If your VCR has a
SCART connector, use
the optional cable
adapter.

VCR

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (墌 pg. 10).
● As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will
appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections
and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.
● Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do,
they are being recorded onto the new tape.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in
the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 43, 44).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen (墌 pg. 43, 44).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the
Menu Screen (墌 pg. 43, 44). Or, press DISPLAY
on the remote control.
● You can use Playback Zoom ( 墌 pg. 63) or Playback
Special Effects ( 墌 pg. 64) in step 5.

DUBBING (cont.)

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the
camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV
connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if
any image or sound deterioration.

[To use this camcorder as a player]
Open the
connector cover.

Core filter

To DV IN/OUT

To DV

DV cable
(optional)

Video unit
equipped with DV
connector

Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the
camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input
connector using a DV cable as shown in the
illustration.

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, set
the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch, turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the
video unit.

3
4

Press 4/6 to play back the source tape.
While watching the playback on the monitor,
engage the DV connector-equipped video unit’s
record mode from the spot on the source tape you
want to begin recording.

NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (墌 pg. 10).
● If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are THOMSON video units, both units
will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
● If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop
so that an unusual image is not dubbed.
● Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this
occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
● If “Playback Zoom” (墌 pg. 63), “Playback Special Effects” (墌 pg. 64) or “Snapshot” is attempted during
playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV connector.
● When using a DV cable, be sure it has a core filter attached. The core filter reduces interference.

To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder . . .
1. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2. Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 43).
3. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration and load a cassette to record on.
4. Press the START/STOP button on the remote control to engage the Record-Pause mode. “ DV. IN ”
appears on the screen.
5. Press the START/STOP button on the remote control to start recording.
rotates.
6. Press the START/STOP button on the remote control again to engage the Record-Pause mode.
stops
rotating.
NOTES:
● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the
current “SOUND MODE” setting (墌 pg. 40).
● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the AV output connector.

VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape
To A Memory Card
Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory
card.

1
2

Load a memory card (墌 pg. 15) and cassette
(墌 pg. 13).

Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or –
to select “
VIDEO” and press SET/SELECT. The
VIDEO Menu appears.

Press + or – to select “
COPY” and press
SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to
select “ON” and press SET/SELECT. Selection is
complete.

6
7

Press + or – to select “ RETURN” and press SET/
SELECT twice. The normal playback screen resumes.

To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected
image is stored in the memory card.
•“ ” blinks during dubbing.

MENU Button
SET/SELCT
Button

+, – Button

Play/Pause
Button (4/6)
Power Switch

Lock Button
SNAPSHOT Button
Display

VIDEO Menu

COPY

– OF F
ON

Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen
(墌 pg. 27) to use for dubbing the image to the
memory card.

To select a still image to be dubbed, start playback
by pressing 4/6. At the moment you find the
image you wish to dub, press it again to engage Still
Playback.

NOTES:
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 8 when a memory card
is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is
displayed.
● If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode
(墌 pg. 41) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE
mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.
● To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you
wish to dub, perform up to step 8 using the remote
control (provided) (墌 pg. 64).
● Images are dubbed in VGA file size.

DUBBING (cont.)

E-MAIL CLIP REC Button
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch

Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A
Tape To A Memory Card (E-Mail Clip
Recording)
You can make video clips from recorded video footage
and store them in a memory card as files which can be
conveniently sent via e-mail.

Play/Pause
Button (4/6)
SNAPSHOT
Button

1
2

Power Switch

Lock Button

Display

E - M AI L CL I P
ST ANDB Y

E - MA I L C L I P
R E AD Y
PU SH " SNAPSHOT "
T O RECORD CL I P TO CAR D

When the SNAPSHOT Button is
pressed.
e

E - MA I L C L I P
R E CORD I NG

Storing is complete.

E - MA I L CL I P
COMPLETED

Load a memory card (墌 pg. 15) and cassette
(墌 pg. 13).
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press 4/6 to start video playback, then press E-MAIL
CLIP REC to engage the Record-Standby mode.
•“E-MAIL CLIP STANDBY” appears and then “EMAIL CLIP READY” appears.

At the moment you find the image you wish to dub,
press SNAPSHOT to start dubbing.
•“E-MAIL CLIP RECORDING” appears.
•The camcorder stops E-Mail Clip Recording
automatically after approx. 20 seconds and
“E-MAIL CLIP COMPLETED” appears.
•Refer to the instruction manual of the provided
software to transfer the video clips to a PC.

To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording . . .
… after step 3, press E-MAIL CLIP REC again or press 5
to stop video playback.
To view video clips stored in a memory card . . .
… during normal playback of image, press SET/SELECT
once to engage the video clip mode. “E-CLIP” appears.
Then pressing 4/6 can allow you to view the video
clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder; video clips
cannot be displayed on a connected TV. (墌 pg. 30)
• You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
(墌 pg. 31).
NOTES:
● Playback operation cannot be performed during E-Mail Clip
Recording.
● If you press 5 or SNAPSHOT while E-Mail Clip Recording
is in progress, only the portion which is recorded before 5
or SNAPSHOT is pressed will be stored in the memory card.
● Also, if the end of the tape is reached during E-Mail Clip
Recording, that portion will be automatically stored in the
memory card.
● If the end of the tape is reached in step 3, the E-Mail Clip
Record-Standby mode will be automatically cancelled.
● The video clip files stored with this camcorder are
compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files stored with
other devices cannot be played back with this camcorder.
● The video clip cannot be played back when the write
protection tab on the SD Memory Card is set to the “LOCK”
position. “PLAYING FAILED CHECK CARD’S WRITE
PROTECTION SWITCH” appears.
● Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the
LCD monitor or viewfinder, however, this noise is not
present in the actual video clips stored in the memory card.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
1

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate
this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic
operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and
Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional
playback functions possible.

Tab

Installing The Batteries
The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size
batteries. See “General Battery Precautions”
( pg. 91).

–

Remote sensor

30°

Remove the battery compartment cover while
pushing up the tab as illustrated.
Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the
correct direction.
Re-attach the battery compartment cover.

When using the remote control, be sure to point it
at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the
approximate transmitted beam effective area for
indoor use.
The transmitted beam may not be effective or may
cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or
powerful lighting.

Transmitted beam
effective area

30°

1
2
3

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

2
4
6
8

!
3
5

@
$
^
*

7
9

#
%
&
(

)
Functions
Buttons

With the camcorder’s Power
Switch set to “ ” or “ ”.

1 Infrared beam transmitting window

Transmits the beam signal.

2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons

Zoom in/out ( pg. 20)

With the camcorder’s Power
”.
Switch set to “
Zoom in/out ( pg. 63)

3 DISPLAY Button

—

pg. 24, 57, 69

4 SHIFT Button

—

pg. 63, 68

5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons

—
—

pg. 63
pg. 63

6 REW Button

—

• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search
on a tape ( pg. 22)
• Displays previous file in a
memory card ( pg. 29)

7 FADE/WIPE Button

—

pg. 70

8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button

—

pg. 64

9 EFFECT Button

—

pg. 64

0 PAUSE IN Connector

—

pg. 69

Left/Right Buttons

! START/STOP Button
@ MBR SET Button
# SNAPSHOT Button

Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
—

pg. 68

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.

$ Up Button

—
—

pg. 63
pg. 67

% Down Button

—
—

pg. 63
pg. 65

^ PLAY Button

—

• Starts Playback of a tape ( pg. 22)
• Starts Auto Playback of a memory
card ( pg. 29)

& FF Button

—

• Forward/Forward Shuttle Search
on a tape ( pg. 22)
• Displays next file in a
memory card ( pg. 29)

* STOP Button

—

• Stops the tape ( pg. 22)
• Stops Auto Playback ( pg. 29)

( PAUSE Button

—

Pauses the tape ( pg. 63)

) R.A.EDIT Buttons

—

pg. 68 – 72

INSERT Button
A. DUB Button

FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback
PURPOSE:
To allow slow-speed search in either direction during
video playback.

OPERATION:

Remote sensor

Zoom Buttons

Up Button

SHIFT
Left or SLOW
Rewind Button

Down
Button
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP

Right or SLOW
Forward Button

Normal
playback

Press T

1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press
SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After
approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with a 80minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or Forward, normal
playback resumes.
To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).

NOTES:
● You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW more than approx. 2
seconds.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image
processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.
● After SLOW (9 or 0) is pressed and held, the still
image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by
a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.
● There may be a small margin between the slow-motion
playback start point you chose and the actual start
point for Slow-Motion Playback.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in video and the picture may seem unstable,
especially with steady images. This is not a malfunction.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to
pause playback.

FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback
PURPOSE:
To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.
To move image, press
(Right) while keeping
SHIFT held down.

OPERATION:
1) To change to Frame-By-Frame Playback, during still
playback, press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or
SLOW (9) repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is
pressed, the frame is played back.

FEATURE: Playback Zoom
PURPOSE:
To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback.

OPERATION:
1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.
2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the
camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.
3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down
SHIFT, press
(Left),
(Right),
(Up) and
(Down).
To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press PLAY (4).

NOTES:
● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.
● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

PLA Y BACK E F F E C T
OF F
1
2
3
4
5

C L A S S I C F I LM
MONO T ON E
SEP I A
S T ROB E
V I D EO E CHO

PLAYBACK
EFFECT Select
Menu

FEATURE: Playback Special Effects
PURPOSE:
To allow you to add creative effects to the video
playback image.

OPERATION:
1) To start playback, press PLAY (4).
2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote
sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT
Select Menu appears.
3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by
pressing EFFECT. The selected function is activated
and after 2 seconds the menu disappears.
To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/
OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again reactivates the selected effect.
To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2
above.

Remote sensor

PLAY
EFFECT
EFFECT ON/OFF

NOTES:
● When some Playback Special Effects are used, the
Multi-Analyzer 4 and Multi-Analyzer 9 Snapshot
modes ( pg. 51) are not available.
● The effects that can be used during playback are
Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video
Echo. The effects work the same in playback as they
did in recording. Refer to page 48 for more information.

Audio Dubbing

Display
6e
MIC

Audio Dub
Standby mode

The audio track can be customized only when recorded
in the 12-bit mode ( pg. 40).
NOTES:
● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in
16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on
a blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the
television, make connections ( pg. 23).

Speaker

Stereo microphone

Remote
sensor

PHONE
connector

A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP

1
2
3

Play back the tape to locate the point where editing
will start, then press PAUSE (6).

To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP
(5).

While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,
press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.
Press PLAY (4), then begin “narrating”.
Speak into the microphone.
•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).

To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .
.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 45).
NOTES:
● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio
Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones
to the PHONE connector on the Docking Station.
● When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,
the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.
● If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound
may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded
areas.
● If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback,
move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV,
or turn down the TV’s volume.
● If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording
and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not
effective from the point where 16-bit recording began.
● During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit
audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops
( pg. 89).

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects

Display
6e

Audio Dub
Standby mode

D.SOUND

Sound effect
indication

APPLAUSE

MENU Button
INDEX Button

+, – Button

SET/SELECT
Button

D.SOUND Button

PLAY
PAUSE
STOP

1
2
3
4

Load the provided memory card ( pg. 15) and
perform step 1 and 2 of page 65.
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Press + or – to select “
SYSTEM” and press SET/
SELECT. The SYSTEM Menu appears.
Press + or – to select “SOUND IN” and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to
select “D.SOUND” and press SET/SELECT. Press +
or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes and the sound effect
indication appears.

Press INDEX to access the sound effects Index
Screen. Press + or – to select the desired sound
effect and press SET/SELECT.

Press PLAY (4) to begin Audio Dubbing. The
selected sound effect is dubbed onto the tape.
•The “ ” moves while it is being dubbed.
•To stop dubbing the sound effect midway, press
D.SOUND.

Press STOP (5) to end Audio Dubbing.

NOTES:
● After dubbing, set “SOUND IN” back to “MIC”.
● The dubbed sound effect is recorded on SOUND 2
( pg. 45).
● If you press PAUSE (6) to pause dubbing in step 6 the
selected sound effect indication remains displayed. To
resume dubbing, press PLAY (4).

Insert Editing
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded
tape, replacing a section of the original recording with
minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The
original audio remains unchanged.

Display

NOTES:
● Before performing the following steps, make sure that
“TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen
( pg. 42, 44).
● Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the
LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Insert Editing while watching in the
television, make connections ( pg. 23).

12 : 34

Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and
press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this
point ( pg. 42, 44).

2
3

Press REW (2) until the Edit-In point is located,
then press PAUSE (6).

Press START/STOP to begin editing.
•Confirm the insert at the time code you checked
in step 1.
•To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it
again to resume editing.

To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then
STOP (5).

Remote sensor

START/STOP
REW
STOP

INSERT
PLAY
PAUSE

Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote control,
then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time Code
(min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters InsertPause mode.

NOTES:
● Program AE with special effects ( pg. 47, 48) can be
used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert
Editing.
● During Insert Editing, the date and time information
changes.
● If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the
tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make
sure you only edit recorded areas.
● During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert
Edting stops ( pg. 89).

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as
the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is
more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR
(see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by
operating the VCR manually.
Before operation, make sure the batteries are
installed in the remote control ( pg. 61).

VCR (Recording deck)

SHIFT

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

MBR SET

2
5

1
6

789`

VCR CODE LIST
VCR BRAND
NAME

CODE

VCR BRAND
NAME

CODE

DAEWOO

1 8

PHILIPS

1
9
9
9
6
6
9
9
9
1

1
2
`
4
6
3
1
6
3
1

3 3
7 2

PANASONIC

1
1
1
9
1

9
1
7
7
6
6
3
3
1
9
1
9
9
9
1

5
1
1
6
7
8
7
8
9
5
1
4
1
6
2

HITACHI
JVC A
B
C
LG/
GOLDSTAR
MAGNAVOX

MITSUBISHI
NEC
PHILIPS

RCA

3
7
1
4
8

9 2
9 4
6 6
6 3
9 `

SANYO

9 4
3 6
3 5

SHARP

1 5
1 `

SONY

6
6
3
3

SAMSUNG

TOSHIBA
ZENITH

5
`
9
1

6 9
6 1
1 6

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold
MBR SET, and enter the brand code.
The code is automatically set once you release
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote
for the desired function. The functions the
remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF,
REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to
press SHIFT for this one).
You are now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.

IMPORTANT
Although the MBR is compatible with THOMSON
VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not
work with yours or may offer limited functions.
NOTES:
● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
● Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In this case, turn the power on manually and
try step 2.
● If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,
use the controls on the VCR.
● When the remote control’s batteries run out, the
VCR brand you have set will be erased.
In that case, replace the old battery with a new one
to reset the VCR brand.

MAKE CONNECTIONS
Also refer to pg. 23 and 24.

A THOMSON VCR equipped with a Remote
PAUSE connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the Remote
PAUSE connector.

A THOMSON VCR not equipped with a
Remote PAUSE connector but equipped
with an R.A. EDIT connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.

To EDIT
To S-VIDEO
OUT
Editing
cable
(provided)

A VCR other than above . . .

To AV OUT

Audio/Video
cable
(provided)

S-Video
cable
(optional)

To AUDIO,
VIDEO*
-IN
and
connectors
If your VCR has the
SCART connector,
use the optional
cable adapter.

To Remote
PAUSE or
R.A.EDIT
VCR
To PAUSE
IN
DISPLAY

... connect the editing cable to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector.

Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch.

Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).

NOTES:
● Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the
indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they
do, they will be recorded onto the new tape.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 44).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen ( pg. 43, 44).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 44). Or, press DISPLAY on
the remote control.
● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input
connector, an optional DV cable can be connected
instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

SELECT SCENES

Program
IN
1–– –– : ––
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
T I ME CODE
TOTAL

MODE

OUT
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~

Random
Assemble Editing
Menu

–– : ––
0 0 : 00

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/
OFF on the remote control.
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the scene,
press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
beginning of Program 1.

At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT on
the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in
the Random Assemble Editing Menu.

At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The
Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble
Editing Menu.

If using a Fade/Wipe at the end of the scene, press
FADE/WIPE.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out
point, the effect is automatically applied to the
following Edit-In point.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end
of the last scene.
•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is
included in the total time (this does not apply to
Picture Wipe/Dissolve).1

9
10

If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT
( pg. 64).

Remote sensor

PLAY

FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
EDIT IN/OUT

R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
CANCEL

Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.
•To change previously registered points, press
CANCEL on the remote control. The registered
points disappear, one at a time, from the most
recently registered point.
•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Program AE with
special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.

NOTES:
● When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between
them.
● If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be
cancelled and editing will not take place.
● If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in
the edited version.
● Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the
total program time exactly.
● Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.
● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or
Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next
Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during
recording, then use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.
● It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble
Editing using a DV cable.

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
IN
00 : 2 5
1
2
07 : 18
3 – – 0 3 : 33
09 : 30
4
15 : 55
5
6–– –– : ––
7
8
T I ME CODE
TOTAL

~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~

OUT
MODE
02 : 05
––
08 : 31 – – – –
05 : 53
13 : 15
16 : 29 – – – –

Random Assemble
Editing Menu

16 : 30
9 : 39

Remote Sensor

START/STOP

PAUSE
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF

11
12

Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of
the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).

Press START/STOP on the remote control. Editing
proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of
the last registered scene.
•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters
the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its RecordPause mode.
•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will
be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.
•If you operate the camcorder during automatic
editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode
and automatic editing will stop.

Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the
VCR.
To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.

Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote
sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

NOTES:
● Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears
all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing.
● When the editing cable is connected to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector during dubbing, make
sure the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor,
and the path between the two is unobstructed.
● Random Assemble Editing may not function properly
when using a tape including several duplicated time
codes ( pg. 21).

VCR REC
STBY

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

For More Accurate Editing

Program 1
IN
1–– –– : ––
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
T I ME CODE
TOTAL

MODE

OUT
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~

Random Assemble
Editing Menu

–– : ––
0 0 : 00

DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
VIDEO Menu

SYNCHRO

–

Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to
Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing
for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time,
you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have
recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited
tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder
against your VCR.

O. 1

Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor
and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.
Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1
only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing,
select the beginning of a scene transition as your
Edit-In point.

Play back the dubbed scene.
•If any images from the scene prior to the
transition you chose for your Edit-In point were
recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly
from Record-Pause to Record mode.
•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the
VCR is slow to start recording.

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER
TIMING

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the
Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then
press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press + or – to select “
VIDEO” and press SET/
SELECT. The VIDEO Menu appears. Then, press + or
– to select “SYNCHRO” and press SET/SELECT. The
value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.

Based on the diagnostics performed, you can now
advance the VCR’s record timing by pressing +. You
can also delay the VCR’s record timing by pressing –.
The adjustment range is from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds,
in 0.1-second increments.
Press SET/SELECT to finish the setting.

Press + or – to select “ RETURN” and press SET/
SELECT twice.
Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning
with step 4 on page 70.

Remote sensor

R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF

NOTES:
● Before performing actual Random Assemble
Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing
trial runs to check whether the value you
have input is appropriate or not, and make
adjustments accordingly.
● Depending on the recorder, there may be
situations where the timing difference
cannot be fully corrected.

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

[A] Using USB cable

USB cable
(optional)

To USB

To USB
connector

OR
[B] Using DV cable

DV cable
(optional)

To DV

Core filter
Open the connector cover.

Connection To A Personal Computer
[A] Using USB cable
This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by
using the provided software.

[B] Using DV cable
It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with
a DV connector by using software equipped with the
PC or commercially available software.

1
2
3

Connect the camcorder to your PC using the
appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.
If you are using the USB connection, set the
VIDEO/MEMORY switch to “MEMORY”.
•Only the still images stored in the memory
card can be transferred to a PC.
Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch and turn on the PC.
•Refer to the instruction manual of the software
on how to transfer a still image to the PC.

To DV
connector
Core filter
PC with DV connector

NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack ( pg. 10).
● Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable
simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the
cable you wish to use to the camcorder.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use an
optional DV cable depending on the type of DV
connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC, or use the DV
cable provided with the capture board.
● If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not
enter the USB mode.
● The date/time information cannot be captured into
the PC.
● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and
Software.
● The still images can also be transferred to a PC
with a DV connector-equipped capture board.
● The system may not work properly depending on
the PC or capture board you are using.
“USB MODE” and/or “ACCESSING FILE”
appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is
accessing data in the camcorder or the
camcorder is transferring a file to the PC.
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while
“ACCESSING FILE” is displayed on the LCD
monitor since this can result in product damage.

REFERENCES

REFERENCES
CONTENTS
DETAILS ................................................................... 75
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 76 – 81
USER MAINTENANCE .................................................. 82
INDEX ............................................................. 83 – 90
Docking Station .............................................................. 83
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ............................ 84 – 85
Indications ........................................................... 86 – 90

CAUTIONS........................................................ 91 – 93
TERMS ............................................................ 94 – 95
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 96 – 97

DETAILS
ITEMS

➪ Power
( pg. 9)

➪ VIDEO
RECORDING
( pg. 19, 20)

NOTES
❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and
35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If
the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
❍ Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.
❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and
the status of the battery pack.
❍ To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power
Adapter/Charger near a radio.
❍ Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in
well-ventilated areas.
❍ 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.
❍ The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is
attached.
❍ There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover
until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
❍ Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait
until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder
cover.
❍ When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a
few seconds before actual recording starts. “ ” starts rotating
when the camcorder actually starts recording.
❍ The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according
to the type of tape used.
❍ “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the
power goes off automatically if left in this condition for
5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is
loaded.
❍ During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear
the sound, connect optional headphones to the PHONE
connector on the Docking Station. The sound volume is at the
level it was adjusted to during playback ( pg. 22).
❍ During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running” indicator and
warning indications ( pg. 89, 90) are the only ones that are
shown; they appear reversed in the display as they would when
viewing a mirror, but are not reversed in the recording.
❍ The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface
shooting. However, when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes,
the indicator appears showing the remaining time:
(blinking)
(blinking)
(blinking)

TROUBLESHOOTING

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest
THOMSON dealer.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,
etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery
pack, AC Power Adapter/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual
from the beginning.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. No power is supplied.

SYMPTOM

1. • The power is not connected
properly.
• The battery is dead.
• The LCD monitor is not open
fully or the viewfinder is not
pulled out when recording.

1. • Connect the AC Power Adapter/
Charger securely ( pg. 10).
• Replace the dead battery with a
fully charged one ( pg. 9, 10).
• Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder.

2. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

2. • The built-in clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery is discharged.
• The previously set date/time is
erased.

2. • Connect the camcorder to an
AC outlet using the AC Power
Adapter/Charger for over 24
hours to charge the clock’s
lithium battery ( pg. 12).

3. Recording cannot be
performed.

3. — For Video Recording —
• The tape’s erase protection tab
is set to “SAVE”.
• The Power Switch is set to
” or “OFF”.
“
• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
is set to “MEMORY”.
• “TAPE END” appears.
• The cassette holder cover is
open.
— For D.S.C. Recording —
• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
is set to “VIDEO”.

3. • Set the tape’s erase protection
tab to “REC” ( pg. 13).
• Set the Power Switch to
“ ” or “ ” ( pg. 17).
• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY to
“VIDEO”.
• Replace with new cassette
( pg. 13).
• Close the cassette holder
cover.
• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY to
“MEMORY”.

4. There is no picture.

4. • The camcorder is not getting
power, or some other
malfunction exists.

4. • Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again ( pg. 17).

5. Some functions are not
available using the MENU
Button.

5. • The Power Switch is set to
“ ”.

5. • Set the Power Switch to “
( pg. 17).

6. The focus does not adjust
automatically.

6. • Focus is set to the Manual
mode.
• The recording was done in a
dark place, or the contrast
was low.
• The lens is dirty or covered
with condensation.

6. • Set Focus to the Auto mode
( pg. 52).
• Clean the lens and check the
focus again ( pg. 82).

7. The cassette will not load
properly.

7. • The cassette is in the wrong
position.
• The battery’s charge is low.

7. • Set it in the right position
( pg. 13).
• Install a fully charged battery
( pg. 9, 10).

8. The memory card will not
load properly.

8. • The memory card is in the
wrong position.

8. • Set it in the right position
( pg. 15).

”

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

9. In the 5-Second mode,
recording ends before
5 seconds have elapsed.

9. • The 5-Second mode is set to
“ANIM.” in the Menu Screen.

9. • Select “5S” in the Menu
Screen ( pg. 46).

10. Snapshot mode cannot be
used.

10. • The Squeeze mode is
selected.

10. • Disengage the Squeeze mode
( pg. 41).

11. The colour of Snapshot looks
strange.

11. • The light source or the subject
does not include white. Or
there are various different
light sources behind the
subject.
• The Sepia or Monotone mode
is activated.

11. • Find a white subject and
compose your shot so that it
also appears in the frame (
pg. 27, 51).
• Turn off Sepia and Monotone
( pg. 47, 48).

12. The image taken using
Snapshot is too dark.

12. • Shooting was performed under
backlit conditions.

12. • Press the BACKLIGHT Button
( pg. 53).

13. The image taken using
Snapshot is too bright.

13. • The subject is too bright.

13. • Set “PROGRAM AE” to
“SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu
Screen ( pg. 47).

14. Digital Zoom does not work.

14. • 10X optical zoom is selected.
• “PROGRAM AE” is set to
“VIDEO ECHO” in the Menu
Screen.
• Picture Wipe or Dissolve are
being used in a scene
transition.

14. • Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or
“100X” in the Menu Screen
( pg. 40).
• Disengage the “VIDEO
ECHO” mode ( pg. 20, 47,
48).
• Wait until the Picture Wipe or
Dissolve effects are completed
( pg. 20, 49).

15. Program AE with special
effects and Fade/Wipe Effects
do not work.

15. • The Power Switch is set to
“ ”.

15. • Set the Power Switch to “
( pg. 17).

16. The Black & White Fader
does not work.

16. • The Sepia or Monotone mode
is activated.

16. • Turn off Sepia and Monotone
( pg. 47, 49).

17. The Dissolve function does
not work.

17. • The Sepia, Monotone or Slow
Shutter mode of Program AE
with special effects is
activated.
• “WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE
” in the Menu
Screen.
• The previously selected mode
of Program AE with special
effects was changed after the
last selected scene for editing
was registered.

17. • Turn off Sepia, Monotone or
Slow Shutter before adding
Dissolve to a scene transition
( pg. 47, 49).
• Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA
” or “OFF”
mode ( pg. 41).
• Make sure you have selected
the mode of Program AE with
special effects you want
before starting editing
( pg. 47, 49).

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SYMPTOM

TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

18. The Picture Wipe and
Dissolve functions do not
work.

18. • The last selected editing scene
is ending.
• At the end of the last selected
scene for editing, the Power
Switch was set to “OFF”.
• The power is off.

18. • Select Picture Wipe or
Dissolve before beginning
recording. The effects are then
automatically activated
( pg. 49).
• Do not turn off the
camcorder’s power after
setting Edit-In and Edit-Out
points, as they will all be
erased ( pg. 49).
• The camcorder automatically
shuts off after 5 minutes have
elapsed in the Record-Standby
mode. Make sure you
continue operations within
5 minutes after engaging
Record-Standby mode
( pg. 49).

19. The picture wipe function
does not work.

19. • The Slow Shutter mode is
activated.
• “WIDE MODE” is not set to
“OFF”.

19. • Disengage the Slow Shutter
mode or set “WIDE MODE”
to “OFF” before preparing to
use the Picture Wipe
( pg. 41, 47, 49).

20. Scene transition does not go
as expected.

20. • When using “Picture Wipe/
Dissolve” ( pg. 49), there is
a delay of a fraction of a
second between the previous
record stop-point and the
Dissolve start-point. This is
normal, but this slight delay
becomes especially
noticeable when shooting
fast-moving subject or during
rapid panning.

20.

21. • The Picture Wipe or
Dissolve functions are in use.
• “WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE
” in the Menu
Screen.
• A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in
progress.

21. • Set “WIDE MODE” to
” or “OFF”
“CINEMA
mode ( pg. 41).
• Do not try to use the Video
Echo mode during a Fade-In
or Fade-Out ( pg. 47, 49).

21. The Video Echo mode does
not work.

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SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

22. Even when Slow Shutter is
not selected, the image looks
like it is activated.

22. • When shooting in the dark,
the unit becomes highly
sensitive to light and the
image takes on an effect
similar to Slow Shutter.

22. • If you want the lighting to
look more natural, set “GAIN
UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 40).

23. There is no strobe when the
Classic Film or Strobe mode
is activated.

23. • The Picture Wipe or Dissolve
function is in use.

23. • Do not try to use the Classic
Film or Strobe mode during a
scene transition ( pg. 47,
49).

24. White Balance cannot be
activated.

24. • The Sepia or Monotone mode
is activated.

24. • Turn off Sepia or Monotone
before setting White Balance
( pg. 48, 54).

25. When shooting a subject
illuminated by bright light,
vertical lines appear.

25. • This is a result of exceedingly
high contrast, and is not a
malfunction.

25.

26. When the screen is under
direct sunlight during
shooting, the screen becomes
red or black for an instant.

26. • This is not a malfunction.

26.

27. During recording, the date/
time does not appear.

27. • “DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”
in the Menu Screen.

27. • Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in
the Menu Screen ( pg. 42).

28. Files stored in the memory
card cannot be deleted.

28. • Files stored in the memory
card are protected.

28. • Remove protection from the
files stored in the memory
card and delete them
( pg. 32 – 34).

29. The indicators and messages
do not appear.

29. • “TIME CODE” is set to “OFF”
in the Menu Screen.

29. • Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 42, 43).

30. Images on the LCD monitor
appear dark or whitish.

30. • In places subject to low
temperature, images become
dark due to the characteristics
of the LCD monitor. When
this happens, the displayed
colours differ from those that
are actually recorded. This is
not a defect of the camcorder.
• When the LCD monitor's
fluorescent light reaches the
end of its service life, images
on the LCD monitor become
dark. Consult your nearest
THOMSON dealer.

30. • Adjust the brightness and
angle of the LCD monitor
( pg. 19, 20).

31. The rear of the LCD monitor
is hot.

31. • The light used to illuminate
the LCD monitor causes it to
become hot.

31. • Close the LCD monitor to turn
it off or set the Power Switch
to “OFF”, and let the unit cool
down.

32. The indicators and the image
colour on the LCD monitor
are not clear.

32. • This may occur when the
surface or the edge of the LCD
monitor is pressed.

32.

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

33. The LCD monitor or
viewfinder indications
blink.

33. • Certain Fade/Wipe effects,
certain modes of Program AE
with special effects, “DIS” and
other functions that cannot be
used together are selected at
the same time.

33. • Re-read the sections covering
Fade/Wipe effects, Program
AE with special effects and
“DIS” ( pg. 40, 47 – 50).

34. Coloured bright spots
appear all over the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.

34. • The LCD monitor and the
viewfinder are made with
high-precision technology.
However, black spots or
bright spots of light (red, green
or blue) may appear
constantly on the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.
These spots are not recorded
on the tape. This is not due to
any defect of the unit.
(Effective dots: more than
99.99 %)

34.

35. During recording, sound
cannot be heard.

35. • The optional headphones are
not connected to the
headphones connector.
• The sound volume of the
headphones connector was
not adjusted appropriately.
The sound volume at this
point is the same as the level
it was adjusted to during
playback.

35. • Connect the optional
headphones to the headphone
connector ( pg. 83).
• Adjust the sound volume
during playback ( pg. 22).

36. Play, Rewind and FastForward functions do not
work.

36. • The Power Switch is set
to “ ” or “ ”.
• VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is
set to “MEMORY”.

36. • Set the Power Switch to
“
” ( pg. 22).
• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch to “VIDEO”.

37. A memory card cannot be
played back.

37. • The Power Switch is set to
“ ” or “ ”.
• VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is
set to “VIDEO”.

37. • Set the Power Switch to
“
” ( pg. 29).
• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch to “MEMORY”.

38. The tape is moving, but
there is no picture.

38. • Your TV has AV input
terminals, but is not set to its
VIDEO mode.
• The cassette holder cover is
open.

38. • Set the TV to the mode or
channel appropriate for video
playback ( pg. 23, 24).
• Close the cassette holder
cover ( pg. 13).

39. The LCD monitor image is
distorted.

39. • During playback of the
unrecorded portion, Highspeed Search and still
playback, LCD monitor
indications appear distorted.
This is not a defect.

39.

40. Images on the LCD monitor
are jittery.

40. • The speaker volume is too
great.

40. • Turn the speaker volume
down ( pg. 22).

41. Blocks of noise appear
during playback, or there is
no playback picture and the
screen becomes blue.

41.

41. • Clean the video heads with an
optional cleaning cassette
( pg. 92).

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SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

42. The LCD monitor, the
viewfinder and the lens have
become dirty
(ex. fingerprints).

42.

43. An unusual mark appears.

43.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

————

42. • Wipe them gently with soft
cloth. Wiping strongly can
cause damage ( pg. 82).

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43. • Check the section of the
manual that explains LCD
monitor/viewfinder indications ( pg. 86 – 90).

44. An error indication
(E01 — E06) appears.

44. • A malfunction of some kind
has occurred. In this case the
camcorder’s functions
become unusable.

44. • Remove the power supply
(battery pack, etc.) and wait a
few minutes for the indication
to clear. When it does, you
can resume using the
camcorder.
If the indication remains even
though you repeat the above
two or three times, please
consult your nearest
THOMSON dealer.

45. The charger indicator on the
AC Power Adapter/Charger
does not light.

45. • The temperature of the battery
is extremely high/low.
• Charging is difficult in places
subject to extremely high/low
temperatures.

45. • To protect the battery, it is
recommended to charge it in
places with a temperature of
10°C to 35°C ( pg. 91).

46. Picture does not appear on
the LCD monitor.

46. • The viewfinder is pulled out.
• The LCD monitor's brightness
setting is too dark.

46. • Push the viewfinder back in.
• Adjust the brightness of the
LCD monitor ( pg. 19).
• If the monitor is tilted upward
180 degrees, open the
monitor fully ( pg. 19).

47. When the image is printed
from the printer, a black bar
appears at the bottom of the
screen.

47. • This is not a malfunction.

47. • By recording with “DIS”
activated ( pg. 40) this can
be avoided.

48. When the camcorder is
connected via the DV
connector, the camcorder
does not operate.

48. • The DV cable was plugged/
unplugged with power turned
on.

48. • Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again, then operate
it.

49. The memory card cannot be
removed from the
camcorder.

49.

49. • Push in the memory card a
few more times ( pg. 15).

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USER MAINTENANCE

After Use

Cleaning The Camcorder

1
2

To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft
cloth.
Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it
well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again
with a dry cloth.

Open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
Close the LCD monitor.

3
4
5

To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,
then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

Close the hatch until it locks in place and push
the viewfinder back in.

Turn off the camcorder.
Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the
direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette
holder cover open until it locks. The cassette
holder opens automatically. Remove the
cassette.

Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.

Slide down BATT. RELEASE 1 and remove the
battery pack 2 3.
Cassette holder

Remove.

PUSH HERE

OPEN/EJECT Switch

Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the
direction of the arrow 1.
Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at
the side of the viewfinder and clean the interior
of the viewfinder with it 2.
•If the gap is narrow, turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control to widen the gap.

NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine
or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
Hatch

Lens blower

Dioptre Adjustment
Control
BATT. RELEASE Switch

INDEX Docking Station

1 2

3 4

1 Multi Connector
The Docking Station can be connected with this
camcorder through this connector. Never touch
it with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if
the pins are damaged, the connectors will
become unusable due to contact failure.
2 Screw .................................................. 墌 pg. 24
3 Headphone Connector [PHONE] ......... 墌 pg. 65
No sound is output from the speaker when
headphones are connected to this connector.
4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector .. 墌 pg. 73

6 7

5 Screw Knob ......................................... 墌 pg. 24
To attach the camcorder, tighten this clockwise.
6 Edit Connector [EDIT] .......................... 墌 pg. 69
Connect the editing cable when performing
Random Assemble Editing ........... 墌 pg. 68 – 72
7 S-Video Output Connector
[S-VIDEO OUT] ....................... 墌 pg. 23, 57, 69

INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators

1 2 3

e
4

8
9
6 7
t

y 0 !@ # u i

E
R
T
(

$
%
^
&

Y
U

)

Controls

Connectors

1 E-MAIL CLIP REC Button ...................... 墌 pg. 60
2 MENU Button ...................................... 墌 pg. 39
3 •+, – Button ........................................ 墌 pg. 39
• LCD Monitor Brightness Control
[MONITOR BRIGHT +, –] ................. 墌 pg. 19
4 •Power Zoom Ring [T/W] ................... 墌 pg. 20
• SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring
[2/3] ....................................... 墌 pg. 22
5 •Recording Start/Stop Button ............... 墌 pg. 19
• Play/Pause Button [4/6] .................. 墌 pg. 22
6 Power Switch
[ ,
,
, OFF] ............................ 墌 pg. 17
7 Lock Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 17
8 •Snapshot Button
[SNAPSHOT] ............ 墌 pg. 27, 28, 51, 59, 60
9 •D.SOUND Button ............................. 墌 pg. 55
• Stop Button [5] ................................. 墌 pg. 22
0 INDEX Button ................................ 墌 pg. 31, 55
! SET/SELECT Button ............................... 墌 pg. 39
@ Battery Release Switch
[BATT. RELEASE] .................................. 墌 pg. 10
# OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................. 墌 pg. 13
$ •FOCUS Button .................................. 墌 pg. 52
•BLANK Button ................................... 墌 pg. 25
% VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
[VIDEO, MEMORY] ............................. 墌 pg. 17
^ •EXPOSURE Button ............................. 墌 pg. 53
• Speaker Volume Control
[VOL. +] ............................................ 墌 pg. 22
& •BACKLIGHT Button ........................... 墌 pg. 53
• Speaker Volume Control
[VOL. –] ............................................ 墌 pg. 22
* Dioptre Adjustment Control ................. 墌 pg. 11
( Lock Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 19

The connector q is located beneath a cover.
) Audio/Video Output Connector
[AV OUT] ................................ 墌 pg. 23, 57, 69
q Digital Video Connector
[DV IN/OUT] (i.Link*) .................... 墌 pg. 58, 73
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.Link
standard.
w Multi Connector
When attached to the Docking Station, this part
is connected.

Indicators
e Power Lamp ................................... 墌 pg. 17, 19
r Tally Lamp ..................................... 墌 pg. 19, 41

Other Parts
t
y
u
i
o
p
Q
W
E

T
Y
U
I
O

LCD Monitor .................................. 墌 pg. 19, 20
Battery Pack Mount .............................. 墌 pg. 10
Speaker ................................................ 墌 pg. 22
Strap Eyelet ............................................ 墌 pg. 6
Viewfinder ........................................... 墌 pg. 11
Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................. 墌 pg. 82
Cassette Holder Cover ......................... 墌 pg. 13
Stereo Microphone .............................. 墌 pg. 65
Camera Sensor
Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
Lens
It is not possible to attach any lens filter or
conversion lens.
Lens Cover ........................................... 墌 pg. 19
Grip Belt Eyelet
Remote Sensor ..................................... 墌 pg. 61
Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... 墌 pg. 11
MEMORY CARD Cover ........................ 墌 pg. 15

INDEX Indications

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only
1

3 4 5

LP 50 min

REC
5S

SOUND 12B I T
20 : 5 5

8 7

1 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.
(墌 pg. 41)
2 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.
(墌 pg. 49, 50)
3 Rotates while the tape is running.
(墌 pg. 19)
4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).
(墌 pg. 14)
5 Displays the tape remaining time.
(墌 pg. 19)
6 • “REC” appears during recording.
• “PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode.
(墌 pg. 19)
7 5S/Anim.: Displays the 5 second recording mode
or Animation recording mode.
(墌 pg. 40, 46)
8 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to
cut down on noise created by wind. (墌 pg. 41)
9 Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert
Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. (墌 pg. 67)
0 Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds
after turning on the camcorder.
(墌 pg. 40)
! Displays the Time Code.
(墌 pg. 21, 42)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only
1 2
VGA

3 4 5 6
F I NE
10 / 100

1 Displays the Image Size mode of the stored
image. There are 2 modes available:
XGA and VGA (in order of quality)
(墌 pg. 16)
2 Appears and blinks during shooting. (墌 pg. 27)
3 Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored
image. There are 2 modes available:
FINE and STD (standard) (in order of quality)
(墌 pg. 16)
4 • Appears during shooting.
• Blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
(墌 pg. 27)
5 Displays the number of images that have
already been shot.
(墌 pg. 27)
6 Displays the total number of shots that can
be stored, including those already taken.
(墌 pg. 27)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording
8 9
1
40 x W

2
4

T
PHOTO

3
5

BR I GHT
2 0 . 12 . 01
17 : 3 0

7
#

1 Appears when the Power Switch
is set to “ ”.
(墌 pg. 17)
2 Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and
the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.
(墌 pg. 40)
3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted.
(墌 pg. 54)
4 •
: Appears when backlight compensation
is used.
(墌 pg. 53)
• ±: Appears when the exposure is adjusted.
(墌 pg. 53)
5 Displays the selected Program AE with special
effects.
(墌 pg. 47, 48)
6 Appears when the iris is locked.
(墌 pg. 53)
7 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is
engaged.
(墌 pg. 40)

8 Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during
zooming.
(墌 pg. 20)
9 Appears during zooming.
Zoom level indicator
(墌 pg. 20)
0 Appears when taking a Snapshot. (墌 pg. 27, 51)
! • BRIGHT: Displays the brightness of the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.
(墌 pg. 19)
•
EXPLOSION: Display the selected Digital
Sound Effect.
(墌 pg. 55)
@ Displays the date/time.
(墌 pg. 12)
# Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.
(墌 pg. 52)

INDEX Indications (cont.)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback
1

3 4 5

1 2B I T / SOUND 1
L

S P 64
MIC

B L ANK SEARCH
VO L UME
2 0 . 12 . 01
17 : 3 0

20 : 21 : 25

1 Displays the sound mode.
(墌 pg. 43, 45)
2 Displays the Blank Search mode.
(墌 pg. 25)
Displays the selected Digital Sound Effect.
(墌 pg. 31, 55)
3 Displays the tape speed.
(墌 pg. 14)
4 Appears while a tape is running.
4
: Playback
3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search
2 : Rewind/Shuttle search
6
: Pause
64 : Forward slow-motion
16 : Reverse slow-motion
e
: Audio Dubbing
6e : Audio Dubbing Pause
5 Displays the sound input for Audio Dubbing.
(墌 pg. 65, 66)
6 Displays the date/time.
(墌 pg. 43, 44)
7 BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
(墌 pg. 19)
VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone
volume.
(墌 pg. 22)
The level indicator moves.
8 Displays the time code.
(墌 pg. 43, 44)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback
1

IMAGE

100-0010

BR I GHT
10 / 24

20.12.01

1 Displays the type of file (IMAGE/E-CLIP/
D. SOUND).
2 Displays the directory and file names. (Appears
only when displaying still imges.)
(墌 pg. 29)
3 Displays the date. (Appears only when displaying still imges.)
(墌 pg. 29)
4 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or
the viewfinder.
(墌 pg. 19)
The level indicator moves.
5 Displays the total number of stored files.
(墌 pg. 29)
6 Displays the index number of the file. (墌 pg. 29)

Warning Indications
Indications

Function
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level: high
Remaining power level: exhausted
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
blinks.
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Appears when no tape is loaded.

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB

HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED USE
CLEANING CASSETTE

CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
TAPE!

TAPE END
DIFFERENT
FORMATTED TAPE

(墌 pg. 13)

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power
Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to
“VIDEO”.
(墌 pg. 17)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional
cleaning cassette.
(墌 pg. 92)

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait
more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or
SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
“ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.

(墌 pg. 75)

Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.

SET DATE/TIME!

● Appears when the date/time is not set.
(墌 pg. 12)
● Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the
previously set date/time is erased.
(墌 pg. 12)

LENS COVER

Appears after power is turned on if the lens cover is not slid down.
(墌 pg. 19)

A. DUB ERROR!

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
(墌 pg. 65)

A. DUB ERROR!

● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
mode.
(墌 pg. 65)
● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit
audio.
(墌 pg. 65)
● Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(墌 pg. 65)
● Appears if Audio Dubbing using Digital Sound Effects is attempted
when a memory card is not loaded.
(墌 pg. 66)

MEMORY IS FULL

Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and shooting is not
possible.

INSERT ERROR!

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
(墌 pg. 67)
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

EN
Indications

INSERT ERROR!

INDEX Indications (cont.)
Function
● Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
mode.
(墌 pg. 67)
● Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(墌 pg. 67)

COPYING FAILED

● Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this
camcorder is being used as a recorder.
● Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory
card (as digital stills or video clips):
– when no memory card is loaded.
– when the memory card's memory is full.
– when the memory card is not formatted.
– when a copy-protected SD Memory Card is loaded.
(墌 pg. 59, 60)

MEMORY CARD!

Appears if a memory card is not loaded when SNAPSHOT is pressed
while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
(墌 pg. 27)

PLEASE
FORMAT

Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is
corrupt, or it has not been initialised. Initialise the memory card.
(墌 pg. 37)

NO FILES STORED

● Appears when the Power Switch is set to “
” and the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch is set to “MEMORY” if there are no image files stored in the memory
card.
● Appears if there are no video clip files stored in the memory card when
the video clip mode is engaged by pressing the SET/SELECT button.
● Appears after a memory card is initialised.

NO SOUND FILES

Appears if there are no sound files stored in the memory card when the
sound effect mode is engaged by pressing the SET/SELECT button or
D.SOUND is pressed during video recording.

Unsupported file!

Appears when a file in a format other than MP3 for digital sound or DCF
for image is selected.

E01 — E06
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD
MODE REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY

CARD ERROR!

CHECK CARD'S WRITE
PROTECTION SWITCH

The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has
occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few
minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using
the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest
THOMSON dealer.
Appears when the camcorder takes more than 60 seconds to recognise
the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it
again. Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the
indication still appears, the memory card is corrupted.
Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images while a copyprotected SD Memory Card is loaded.

CAUTIONS
General Battery Precautions
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is
being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones.
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or
explode.
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 61.
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those
specified.
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as
they can leak or explode.
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
8. Do not recharge the provided batteries.

Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is
a lithium-ion battery. Before
using the supplied battery
pack or an optional battery
pack, be sure to read the
Terminals
following cautions:
1. To avoid hazards . . .
.... do not burn.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
.... do not modify or disassemble.
.... do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery
to overheat, explode or catch fire.
.... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
.... charge in an environment where temperatures
are within the tolerances shown in the chart
below. This is a chemical reaction type
battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical
reaction, while warmer temperatures can
prevent complete charging.
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
.... fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery every 6 months when storing the
battery pack over a long period time.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
NOTES:
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging ............. 10°C to 35°C
Operation ........... 0°C to 40°C
Storage ............... –10°C to 30°C
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
20°C.
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.

Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded
tapes automatically erases the previously
recorded video and audio signals.
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
.... do not load and unload the cassette
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all.
This slackens the tape and can result in damage.
.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
2. Store cassettes . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... out of direct sunlight.
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).
.... vertically, in their original cases.

Memory Cards
To properly use and store your memory cards, be
sure to read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the memory card bears the SD or
MultiMediaCard mark.
.... make sure the memory card is positioned
properly when inserting.
2. While the memory card is being accessed (during
recording, playback, deletion, initialisation, etc.) . . .
.... never unload the memory card and never turn
off the camcorder.
3. Store memory cards . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... out of direct sunlight.
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).

LCD Monitor
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
DO NOT . . .
.... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on
the bottom.
2. To prolong service life . . .
.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use.
These are not malfunctions:
•While using the camcorder, the surface around
the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD
monitor may heat up.
•If you leave power on for a long time, the
surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

Main Unit
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.
.... disassemble or modify the unit.
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects
to enter the unit.
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
.... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.

CAUTIONS (cont.)
.... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
.... near a television set.
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).
.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
.... in places of over 50°C.
.... in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
.... in direct sunlight.
.... in a closed car in summer.
.... near a heater.
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
.... allow it to become wet.
.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration
during transportation.
.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
.... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
.... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
.... swing it excessively when using the hand strap
or the grip.
5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:

•No picture during playback.
•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
•During recording, the Head Clog Warning
indicator “ ” appears.
In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.
Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used
more than once consecutively, damage to the
video heads may result. After the camcorder
plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops
automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s
instructions.
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems
still exist, consult your nearest THOMSON
dealer.
Mechanical moving parts used to move the video
heads and video tape tend to become dirty and
worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear
picture at all times, periodic check-ups are
recommended after using the unit for about
1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please
consult your nearest THOMSON dealer.

How To Handle A CD-ROM
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write
anything or put a sticker on either the front or
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre
hole using a circular motion.
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning
spray.
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.

About moisture condensation . . .
● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid
into a glass will cause drops of water to form
on the glass’ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
camcorder when it is moved from a cool
place to a warm place, after heating a cold
room, under extremely humid conditions or
in a place directly subjected to the cool air
from an air conditioner.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local THOMSON
dealer.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from a
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its
power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power
Adapter/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes
and then re-connect it and proceed as usual
from the beginning.

TERMS

AC Power Adapter/Charger ................... 墌 pg. 9, 10
Animation ................................................ 墌 pg. 40
Audio Dubbing ......................................... 墌 pg. 65
Auto Date ................................................. 墌 pg. 42
Auto Focus ................................................ 墌 pg. 52
Auto Playback ........................................... 墌 pg. 29
Auto Shut off ....................................... 墌 pg. 19, 28

Fade-In/Out ........................................ 墌 pg. 49, 50
Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. 墌 pg. 22
5-Second Recording Mode ....................... 墌 pg. 46
Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................ 墌 pg. 63

Backlight Compensation ........................... 墌 pg. 53
Battery Low ............................................... 墌 pg. 89
Battery Pack .................................... 墌 pg. 9, 10, 91
Beep ......................................................... 墌 pg. 41
Blank Search ............................................. 墌 pg. 25
Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ 墌 pg. 19
Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ................. 墌 pg. 12

Icons ................................................. 墌 pg. 40 – 42
Image Size Mode ...................................... 墌 pg. 16
Index Playback ......................................... 墌 pg. 31
Index Screen ............................................. 墌 pg. 30
Initialise A Memory Card .......................... 墌 pg. 37
Insert Editing ............................................. 墌 pg. 67
Interface Shooting ..................................... 墌 pg. 20
Iris ............................................................ 墌 pg. 53
Iris Lock .................................................... 墌 pg. 53

C
Channels (Left/Right) ................................. 墌 pg. 45
Charge The Battery Pack ............................. 墌 pg. 9
Cinema ..................................................... 墌 pg. 41
Classic Film .............................................. 墌 pg. 48
Clean The Camcorder ............................... 墌 pg. 82
Connections ............ 墌 pg. 9, 10, 23, 57, 58, 69, 73

D
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... 墌 pg. 19
Date/Time Display ............................ 墌 pg. 42 – 44
Date/Time Settings .................................... 墌 pg. 12
Deleting Files ...................................... 墌 pg. 33, 34
Demonstration Mode ............................ 墌 pg. 7, 41
Digital Sound Effect .................................. 墌 pg. 55
Digital Zoom ...................................... 墌 pg. 20, 40
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... 墌 pg. 40
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ...... 墌 pg. 35, 36
Dubbing ........................................... 墌 pg. 57 – 60

E
E-Mail Clip Recording ............................... 墌 pg. 60
Erase Protection .................................. 墌 pg. 13, 15
Exposure Control ...................................... 墌 pg. 53

G
Gain Up .................................................... 墌 pg. 40

J
Journalistic Shooting ................................. 墌 pg. 20
Jump Playback .......................................... 墌 pg. 31

L
LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Indications ...................................... 墌 pg. 86 – 90
Load A Tape .............................................. 墌 pg. 13

M
Manual Focus ........................................... 墌 pg. 52
Memory Card ...................................... 墌 pg. 15, 92
Menu Screen, CAMERA ............................ 墌 pg. 40
Menu Screen, DISPLAY ....................... 墌 pg. 42, 44
Menu Screen, DSC .................................... 墌 pg. 42
Menu Screen, MANUAL ..................... 墌 pg. 40, 41
Menu Screen, MEMORY ............. 墌 pg. 29 – 37, 44
Menu Screen, SYSTEM ...................... 墌 pg. 41 – 44
Menu Screen, VIDEO ................................ 墌 pg. 43
Monotone ................................................. 墌 pg. 48
Motor Drive Mode .................................... 墌 pg. 51
MultiMediaCard .................................. 墌 pg. 15, 92

N
Night-Mode .............................................. 墌 pg. 47

Picture Quality Mode ................................ 墌 pg. 16
Picture Wipe/Dissolve ......................... 墌 pg. 49, 50
Playback Special Effects ............................ 墌 pg. 64
Playback Zoom ......................................... 墌 pg. 63
Power Switch Position .............................. 墌 pg. 17
Program AE With Special Effects ......... 墌 pg. 47, 48
Protecting Files ......................................... 墌 pg. 32
Provided Accessories .................................. 墌 pg. 5

Tally .................................................... 墌 pg. 19, 41
Tele Macro ................................................ 墌 pg. 40
Time Code .................................. 墌 pg. 21, 42 – 44
Tripod Mounting ....................................... 墌 pg. 11
Twilight ..................................................... 墌 pg. 48

Random Assemble Editing ................. 墌 pg. 68 – 72
Record-Standby ........................................ 墌 pg. 19
Recording Mode ....................................... 墌 pg. 14
Remote Control ......................................... 墌 pg. 61
Reset ......................................................... 墌 pg. 42
Rewind The Tape ...................................... 墌 pg. 22

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch .......................... 墌 pg. 17
Video Echo ............................................... 墌 pg. 48
Viewfinder Adjustment .............................. 墌 pg. 11

S
SD Memory Card ................................ 墌 pg. 15, 92
Self-Recording .......................................... 墌 pg. 20
Sepia ......................................................... 墌 pg. 48
Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. 墌 pg. 68
Shuttle Search ........................................... 墌 pg. 22
Shutter Speed ............................................ 墌 pg. 48
Slow-Motion Playback .............................. 墌 pg. 63
Slow Shutter .............................................. 墌 pg. 47
Snapshot ............................................. 墌 pg. 27, 51
Snapshot Mode ................................... 墌 pg. 27, 51
Snow ........................................................ 墌 pg. 48
Sound Mode ................................. 墌 pg. 40, 43, 45
Speaker Volume ........................................ 墌 pg. 22
Specifications ...................................... 墌 pg. 96, 97
Sports ........................................................ 墌 pg. 48
Spotlight ................................................... 墌 pg. 48
Squeeze .................................................... 墌 pg. 41
Still Playback ............................................ 墌 pg. 22
Strobe ....................................................... 墌 pg. 48

U
Unload A Tape .......................................... 墌 pg. 13

W
White Balance .......................................... 墌 pg. 54
Wide Mode ............................................... 墌 pg. 41
Wind Cut .................................................. 墌 pg. 41
Wipe In/Out ........................................ 墌 pg. 49, 50

Z
Zooming ................................................... 墌 pg. 20

SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder
For General
Power supply
Power consumption
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on
LCD monitor on, viewfinder off
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight

Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Pickup
Lens
LCD monitor
Viewfinder
Speaker

: DC 6.3 V
DC 7.2 V

(Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)
(Using battery pack)

: Approx. 4.1 W
: Approx. 5.0 W
: 43 mm x 115 mm x 80 mm
(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)
: Approx. 340 g
(without battery and cassette)
Approx. 410 g
(incl. battery and cassette)
: 0°C to 40°C
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to 50°C
: 1/4" CCD
: F 1.8, f = 3.7 mm to 37 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
(It is not possible to attach any lens filter or conversion lens.)
: 2" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" colour LCD
: Monaural

For Digital Video Camera
Format
Signal format
Recording/Playback format

Cassette
Tape speed
Maximum recording time
(using 80 min. cassette)

:
:
:
:

DV format (SD mode)
PAL standard
Video: Digital component recording
Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),
48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)
: Mini DV cassette
: SP: 18.8 mm/s
LP: 12.5 mm/s
: SP: 80 min.
LP: 120 min.

For Digital Still Camera
Storage media
Compression system

: SD Memroy Card/MultiMediaCard
: Still image : JPEG (compatible)
Moving image : MPEG4 (compatible)
File size
: 2 modes (XGA: 1024 x 768 pixels/VGA: 640 x 480 pixels)
Picture quality
: 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
Approximate number of storable images
(with the provided MultiMediaCard [16 MB])
FINE
: 105 (VGA), 49 (XGA)
STANDARD
: 310 (VGA), 150 (XGA)
For other memory cards, see pg. 16.

For Connectors
AV
Video output
Audio output
DV
Input/output

: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

AC Power Adapter/Charger ACD270
Power requirement
Power consumption
Output
Charge
VTR
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight

: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz
: 23 W
:
:
:
:

DC 7.2 V
, 1.2 A
DC 6.3 V
, 1.8 A
68 mm x 44 mm x 110 mm
Approx. 250 g

Docking Station DS270
For General
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight

: 48.4 mm x 36 mm x 79 mm
: Approx. 53 g

For Connectors
PHONE
Headphone output
USB
S-VIDEO OUT
EDIT

: ø3.5 mm, stereo
: TYPE B
: Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output
: ø3.5 mm, 2-pole

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject
to change without notice.

HELPLINE THOMSON

You can contact THOMSON by dialling: 0845 601 3093,
from 16 October 2000
(for Great Britain, all calls will be charged at local rate).

www.thomson-europe.com

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THOMSON multimedia
46 quai A. Le Gallo
92648 Boulogne Cedex
France
RCS NANTERRE B 322 019 464
http://www.thomson-europe.com

Dealer's address

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