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ENGLISH

CONTENTS

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

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

INSTRUCTIONS

VMD270

2 EN

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.

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.

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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

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.

IMPORTANT

(for owners in the U.K.)

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.

EN3

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!

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䡲This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” or

“” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .

.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or .

.... 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.)

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.

EN5

•Docking Station

DS270

•Remote Control Unit

TC120

•CD-ROM

•Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)

•Editing Cable

•Battery Pack

BPD270

•AAA (R03) Battery x 2

(for remote control unit)

•MultiMediaCard (16 MB)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

NOTE:

In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped

with one or more core filter.

•AC Power Adapter/Charger

ACD270

•DC Cord

•Strap

(墌 pg. 6 for attachment)

•Core filter

(for optional

USB cable)

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How To Attach The Strap

1Thread one end of the strap through the

eyelet, then pass the other end through the

loop.

2Attach the screw to the tripod mounting

socket. To tighten the screw firmly, use a

coin, etc.

3Adjust 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.

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.

Close the Core Filter until it

clicks shut.

3 cm

Stopper

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

12 3

Wind once

EN7

MODEDEMO – ON

OFF

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 demon-

stration 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.

Sub Menu

Lock Button

MENU Button

Power Switch

+, – ButtonSET/SELECT Button

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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

EN9

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

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.

AC outlet

CHARGE

indicator

POWER

indicator

Battery pack

DC OUT connector

AC Power

Adapter/Charger

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.

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder

temperatures.

About Batteries

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.)

Battery pack

BPD270

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

Protruding part

For other notes, 墌 pg. 75

10 EN

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

To battery

pack mount

To DC OUT

terminal

To AC outlet

AC Power

Adapter/Charger

DC cord

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.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

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.

Power cord

Approximate recording time

BATT. RELEASE Switch

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.

USING AC POWER

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

the illustration).

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.

Battery pack

BPD270

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

1 hr.

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 10min.

Notches

EN11

PAUSE

Viewfinder Adjustment

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.

Dioptre Adjustment

Control

Power

Switch

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.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s

mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.

•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

Lock Button

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GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

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Date/Time Settings

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.

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

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.

Display

MENU Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

DISPLAY Menu

Power lamp

SET/SELECT Button

+, – Button

EN13

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

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.

OPEN/EJECT

Switch

Cassette holder

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder cover

Make sure the

window side is

facing out.

Erase protection tab*

Tape Recording mode

SP LP

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.

60 min. 60 min. 90 min.

80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Approximate recording time

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.

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.

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.

14 EN

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

REC MODE –SP

MENU Button

Lock Button

Power lamp

Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your

preference.

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

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.

Power Switch

Display

CAMERA Menu

Sub Menu

SET/SELECT Button

+, – Button

EN15

Memory card

Clipped edge

Card Cover

Loading A Memory Card

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

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.

Close the card cover.

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.

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

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.

Label

To Protect Valuable Files (available

only for SD Memory Card) . . .

... 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.

Write protection

tab

16 EN

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

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STANDARD

Picture Quality Mode Setting

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

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.

Display

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).

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.

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* 16MB**

XGA FINE 24 49 100 20 46 97 195

XGA STANDARD 74 150 305 62 140 295 610

VGA FINE 53 105 215 44 100 210 435

VGA STANDARD 150 310 630 125 290 610 1255

DSC Menu

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).

32MB*

Lock Button

MENU Button

Power Switch

+, – Button

SET/SELECT Button

16MB*

* Optional

** Provided

8MB* 32MB* 64MB*

EN17

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to

your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch.

When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,

“ ” appears. When set to “ ” or “ ”,

there is no indication.

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.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Power lamp

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.

(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.

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/MEMORY

Switch

VGA

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.

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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

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min

180°90°

VIDEO RECORDING

Power Lamp

Recording Start/

Stop Button

Tape remaining

time indicator

(Approximate)

(Now calculating)

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

Display

Power Switch

Basic Recording

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)

Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the cover.

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.

•The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the

Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

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.

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.

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

Tally lamp (Lights

while recording is

in progress)

For other notes, 墌 pg. 75

MONITOR BRIGHT

+/– Button

Lens Cover (Slide up

the lens cover to

protect the lens

when the camcorder

is not in use.) Lock Button

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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° down-

ward, 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

recording.

During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not

appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Power Zoom

Ring

Zoom display

FEATURE:

Zooming

PURPOSE:

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous

change in image magnification.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring anti-

clockwise.

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.

Approximate zoom ratio

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom

zone

For other notes, 墌 pg. 75

Self-Recording

EN21

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

recorded tape.

•When power shuts off during shooting.

•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during

shooting.

•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

•When shooting on a blank portion located

partway through the tape.

•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).

Shooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Time code

05:43:21 Time code

00:00:00

Tape

Time code

00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

12:34:24

Display

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Shooting start point

Time code

05:43:21 Time code

05:44:00

Tape

Time code

00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Proper recording

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

Frames

(25 frames = 1 second)

Seconds

Minutes

Frames are not displayed

during recording.

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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Power Switch

SHUTTLE SEARCH

Ring (2/3)

Play/Pause

Button (4/6)

Stop Button (5)

Normal Playback

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.

VOL. +/–

Speaker

Lock Button

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 anti-

clockwise (2) and release for reverse search.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

●

During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise (

) or anti-clockwise (

) 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).

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

EN23

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

*The Audio cable is not required for watching still

images only.

** Refer to “Docking Station Attachment” ( pg. 24).

To S-VIDEO OUT

To AV OUT

White to

AUDIO L IN*

Red to

AUDIO R IN*

To S-VIDEO IN

To TV or VCR

S-Video cable

(optional) TV

VCR

Yellow to

VIDEO IN

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA

plug] (provided)

When the S-Video

cable is not used.

Connections

Docking

Station**

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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.

Make sure all units are turned off.

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.

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

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

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.

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 discon-

necting the DV cable are not possible.

Tripod mouting

socket

Screw

Multi connector

EN25

BLANK SEARCH

Power Switch

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the

middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption

( pg. 21).

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.

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.

To cancel Blank Search midway . . .

.... press 5.

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.

Lock Button

Stop Button (5)

FOCUS/BLANK Button

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Display

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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

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)

RECORDING

PLAYBACK

EN27

SNAP MODE –

FULL

MUL T I –

PIN–UP

FRAME

D.S.C. RECORDING

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

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

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

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.

Power Switch

SNAPSHOT Button

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

FINE

10/ 100

VGA

Number of shots taken

Displays the number of images that have already been shot.

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.

Picture Quality mode

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 2 modes

available: FINE and STD (Standard) ( pg. 16).

Display

Shooting icon

Appears and blinks during shooting.

Card icon

Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded.

Display

CAMERA Menu

Image Size mode

Displays the Image Size mode of the stored

image. There are 2 modes available: XGA and

VGA ( pg. 16).

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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.

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).

FULL

Snapshot mode

with no frame*

PIN-UP

Pin-Up mode*

FRAME

Snapshot mode

with frame*

MULTI-4

Multi-Analyzer 4

* There is the sound effect of a shutter

closing.

MULTI-9

Multi-Analyzer 9

D.S.C. RECORDING

(cont.)

EN29

100

0010

100

0011

100

0012

100

0013

10.

10.01

10.

10.01

10.

10.01

10.

10.01

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Power Switch

Normal Playback (Of Images)

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.

Load a memory card ( pg. 15).

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.

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.

Auto Playback (Of Images)

You can run through all the images stored in memory

automatically.

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; “Unsup-

ported file!”will be displayed.

[For Normal Playback]

To display the next image

Display [For Auto Playback]

Stop Button (5)

To display the

previous image

Image number

Displays the index

number of the image file

(pg. 30).

Total number of

images

Displays the total

number of stored

images.

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring

(2/3)

Directory and File names

Displays the directory and file names ( pg. 30).

Play/Pause

Button (4/6)

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

Date

Displays the date when the image was shot (if “DATE/TIME”is

set to “ON” in the Menu Screen pg. 43 – 44).

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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.

•

You can look for the desired file using Index Screen

(



below and pg. 31).

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).

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

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

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.

E - CL I P

3 / 4

D . SOUND

EXPL

Index number

Selected file

Picture

Quality

Directory and File

names

Type of file

Image Size Protect icon

VGA

1 F 2 S 3 S

5 F

4 F

EXIT

100-DVC00003

6 F

IMAGE

VGA

Total number

of files

File (index) number

Selected sound effect name

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.

EN31

1 2 3

EXIT

100-DVC00001 VGA

IMAGE

1 2 3

EXIT

100-DVC00001

E-CLIP

1 2 3

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JUMP MENU

Index Screen

for images

Index Playback

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.

Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” on

pg. 29.

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 INDEX. The Index Screen appears.

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.

INDEX Button

SET/SELECT

Button

Display

FOCUS/BLANK

Button

Jump Screen

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.

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.

Index Screen

for video clips

Index Screen

for sound

effects

Total number

of files

Index number

+, – Button

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

(cont.)

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5 F

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Display

Power Switch

MENU Button

If Protection is

removed

PROTECT Index

Screen

Normal playback

Padlock mark

Normal playback

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.

TO PROTECT A FILE

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

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.

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.

MEMORY Menu

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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Deleting Files

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.

TO SELECT A FILE BY BROWSING FILES

STORED IN MEMORY

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3

above.

Press + or – to select “SELECT” and press SET/

SELECT. The DELETE Index 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 + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The

Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

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.

Display

DELETE Index

Screen

Deletion

Confirmation

Screen

Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

(cont.)

TO DELETE THE DISPLAYED FILE

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on

page 33.

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 “CAN-

CEL” and press SET/SELECT.

TO DELETE ALL FILES

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on

page 33.

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)

MENU Button

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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CANCEL

DPOF

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)

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)

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

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.

Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/

SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.

•To cancel selection, press + or – to select “CAN-

CEL” and press SET/SELECT.

To Reset The Setting . . .

.... select “RESET” in step 5. The setting is reset to 0 for

all still images.

DPOF Menu

Display

Confirmation

Screen

Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

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19 00

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DPOF

SE ECTL–EXECUTE

CANCEL

DPOF

TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES

AND NO. OF PRINTS

Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 35.

Press + or – to select “SELECT” and press SET/

SELECT. Selection is complete. The DPOF Index

Screen appears.

Press + or – to move the green frame to the image

you wish to print and press SET/SELECT.

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 “CAN-

CEL” 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.

DPOF Index

Screen

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).

CAUTION:

While performing the above, never disconnect power,

as this may cause the memory to be corrupted.

Display

Confirmation

Screen

Number of prints

Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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Display

Initialising A Memory Card

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.

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.

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:

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.

MEMORY Menu

Confirmation

Screen

Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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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

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Display

Menu Screen

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

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).

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.

Press + or – to select the desired function icon, and

press SET/SELECT. The selected function menu

appears.

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”.

Sub Menu

Normal Screen

Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

SET/SELECT Button +, – Button

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USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

(cont.)

Menu Screen Explanations

CAMERA

WIPE/FADER

PROGRAM AE

W.BALANCE

REC MODE

SOUND

MODE

ZOOM

GAIN UP

DIS

OFF

AGC

AUTO

OFF

MANUAL

TELE

MACRO OFF

SNAP MODE

OFF

ANIM.

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

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

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Opera-

tion” ( pg. 54).

Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your

preference ( pg. 14).

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)

Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.

(Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will

reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.

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.

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.

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

Recording)” ( pg. 51).

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

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

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.

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.

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

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).

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.

12 BIT

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10X

40X

100X

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Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

WIDE

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

normal screen ratio.

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”.

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”.

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

Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ ” appears. The quality of

the sound will change. This is normal.

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

tape.

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).

Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It

also activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 27, 51).

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

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

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, demonstra-

tion 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”.

OFF

CINEMA

SQUEEZE

OFF

MANUAL

OFF

BEEP

MELODY

BEEP

DEMO

MODE OFF

TALLY OFF

SYSTEM

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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).

: Factory-preset

DATE/

TIME

CODE

CLOCK ADJ.

LCD

LCD/TV

OFF

AUTO

OFF

SOUND

CAM

RESET

SCREEN

DISPLAY SYSTEM

CANCEL

EXECUTE

DSC

QUALITY

IMAGE SIZE

REC

SELECT

MIC

D.SOUND

Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.

Resets all settings to the factory-preset.

Enables sound input from camcorder’s stereo microphone, when Audio

Dubbing ( pg. 65) is executed. “MIC” appears on the Audio Dubbing

screen.

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.

Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from

appearing on the connected TV screen.

Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is

connected to a TV.

The date/time does not appear.

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.

Time code is not displayed.

Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame

numbers are not displayed during recording.

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

Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE and STANDARD)

depending on your preference ( pg. 16).

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

preference ( pg. 16).

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.

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(cont.)

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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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press + or – to select the desired function icon, and

press SET/SELECT. The selected function menu

appears.

Press + or – to select the desired function, and press

SET/SELECT to display the Sub Menu.

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

Display

墌 pg. 45.

墌 pg. 72.

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.

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).

VIDEO

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

SYNCHRO

REC MODE

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Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

SET/SELECT Button +, – Button

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USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

(cont.)

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.

Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

DISPLAY SYSTEM

墌 pg. 29 – 37

MEMORY

B I T / SOUND

20.

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Minutes

Seconds

For playback sound,

tape speed and tape

running during video

playback.

For date/time during

video playback.

Display

For date during

D.S.C. playback.

For type of file,

directory, file name,

index number and

total number during

D.S.C. playback.

DATE/TIME setting:

Frames*

*25 frames = 1 second

TIME CODE setting: For time code.

ON SCREEN setting:

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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 L

SOUND R

MIX

SOUND 1

SOUND 2

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

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

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

Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on

both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

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

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

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.

: Factory-preset

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S–

OFF

ANIM.

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.

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

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 “RE-

TURN”, 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).

Display

MANUAL Menu

Power Switch

Lock Button

MENU Button

Recording Start/

Stop Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SNAPSHOT Button

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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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.

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.

NOTE:

Program AE with special effects can be changed during

recording or during Record-Standby.

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.

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.

Display

PROGRAM AE

Power Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

SET/SELECT Button +, – Button

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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 magnifica-

tion of over 10X is not

available.

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 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).

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 fast-

moving 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 automati-

cally 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.

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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.

Recording Start/

Stop Button

MENU Button

Power Switch

FADE/WIPE SELECTION ( , , , ,

, , , , and )

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press + or – to select “ WIPE/FADER”, then press

SET/SELECT.

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.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the

Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.

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.

Follow steps 1 through 4 above.

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 Record-

Standby 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 Record-

Standby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/

Dissolve . . .

.... the point at which the scene ended is already

stored in memory.

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.

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.

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELECT Button +, – Button

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FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

Fader And Wipe Menu

Menu 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 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.

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

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.

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 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.

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disap-

pears.

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right

corner to the lower left corner.

The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen

toward the corners, covering the previous scene.

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

to left.

The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left,

like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.

The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the

screen to the top.

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre

toward the top and bottom of the screen.

FADER — WHITE

FADER — BLACK

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

FADER — B.W

DISSOLVE

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — SHUTTER

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

MOSAIC

EN51

SNAP MODE –

FULL

MUL T I –

PIN–UP

FRAME

Snapshot (For Video Recording)

This feature lets you record still images that look like

photographs onto a tape.

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

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.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

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.

•The available Snapshot modes are as the same as

those on page 28.

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).

Display

SNAPSHOT Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

Power Switch

MENU Button

CAMERA Menu

Lock Button

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 Night-

Mode (

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.

SET/SELECT

Button +, – Button

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FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

While focusing on a nearer

subject

While focusing on a further

subject

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.

Focus detection zone

Manual focus indicator

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Iris lock indicator

BACKLIGHT

Button

Exposure Control

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.

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 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).

+, – Button

Power Switch

Iris Lock

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”.

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.

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 well-

lit environments to keep too much light from

entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in

more light.

EXPOSURE

Button

SET/SELECT

Button

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FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

White Balance Adjustment

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.

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.

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.

Manual White Balance Operation

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under

various types of lighting.

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

adjustment, and select “ MWB”.

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.

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.

White paper

Power Switch

MENU Button

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.

SET/SELECT

Button

+, – Button

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EXIT

EXPLOSION

SOUND

APPLAUSE

Digital Sound Effects

SOUND EFFECT MODE SELECTION

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

cassette (墌 pg. 13).

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 INDEX. The sound effects Index Screen

appears.

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.

Press SET/SELECT. The selection is complete and the

selected sound effect indication is displayed.

INDEX

Button

D.SOUND

Button

Display

Selected

(framed in

green)

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.

Power Switch

Index Screen

for sound

effects

Sound effect

indication

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

MENU Button

Lock Button

SET/SELECT

Button

+, – Button

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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 record-

ing the sound effect.

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.

D.SOUND Button

FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

EN57

DUBBING

Dubbing To A VCR

Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and

the VCR. Also refer to pg. 23 and 24.

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 VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just

before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press

/6 on the camcorder.

Press

/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s

Record mode.

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

/6 on the camcorder.

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

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 indica-

tions 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.

Docking Station

To AV OUT

To S-VIDEO

OUT

VCR

S-Video

cable

(optional)

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA

plug] (provided)

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

To AUDIO, VIDEO*

and -IN connectors

Cable Adapter

(optional)

If your VCR has a

SCART connector, use

the optional cable

adapter.

58 EN

DUBBING

(cont.)

DV cable

(optional)

Video unit

equipped with DV

connector

To DV IN/OUT

To DV

Core filter

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]

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.

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.

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.

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.

Open the

connector cover.

EN59

COPY OFF

–

Play/Pause

Button (4/6)

Display

Power Switch

SNAPSHOT Button

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape

To A Memory Card

Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory

card.

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

(墌 pg. 13).

Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 27) to use for dubbing the image to the

memory card.

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.

Press + or – to select “RETURN” and press SET/

SELECT twice. The normal playback screen resumes.

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.

To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected

image is stored in the memory card.

•“ ” blinks during dubbing.

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.

MENU Button

Lock Button

VIDEO Menu

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

SET/SELCT

Button +, – Button

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ORC

ANC

MA I L CL I P

COMPLETED

CARORECORDCLIPTO D

UP SH " SNAPSHOT "

Play/Pause

Button (4/6)

Power Switch

E-MAIL CLIP REC Button 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.

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 “E-

MAIL 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

or SNAPSHOT while E-Mail Clip Recording

is in progress, only the portion which is recorded before

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.

Lock Button

Display

Storing is complete.

When the SNAPSHOT Button is

pressed.

SNAPSHOT

Button

VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch

DUBBING

(cont.)

EN61

30°

–

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.

Installing The Batteries

The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size

batteries. See “General Battery Precautions”

( pg. 91).

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.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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

Remote sensor

Tab

62 EN

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

)

Buttons

1Infrared beam transmitting window

2Zoom (T/W) Buttons

3DISPLAY Button

4SHIFT Button

5SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons

Left/Right Buttons

6REW Button

7FADE/WIPE Button

8EFFECT ON/OFF Button

9EFFECT Button

0PAUSE IN Connector

!START/STOP Button

@MBR SET Button

#SNAPSHOT Button

$Up Button

INSERT Button

%Down Button

A. DUB Button

^PLAY Button

&FF Button

*STOP Button

(PAUSE Button

)R.A.EDIT Buttons

Functions

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to “ ” or “ ”.

Transmits the beam signal.

Zoom in/out ( pg. 20)

—

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

—

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.

—

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to “ ”.

Zoom in/out ( pg. 63)

 pg. 24, 57, 69

 pg. 63, 68

 pg. 63

• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search

on a tape ( pg. 22)

• Displays previous file in a

memory card ( pg. 29)

 pg. 70

 pg. 64

 pg. 69

 pg. 68

 pg. 63

 pg. 67

 pg. 63

 pg. 65

• Starts Playback of a tape ( pg. 22)

• Starts Auto Playback of a memory

card ( pg. 29)

• Forward/Forward Shuttle Search

on a tape ( pg. 22)

• Displays next file in a

memory card ( pg. 29)

• Stops the tape ( pg. 22)

• Stops Auto Playback ( pg. 29)

Pauses the tape ( pg. 63)

 pg. 68 – 72

EN63

Press T

Normal

playback

Left or SLOW

Rewind Button

To move image, press

(Right) while keeping

SHIFT held down.

PAUSE

PLAY

Zoom Buttons

SHIFT

Remote sensor

Right or SLOW

Forward Button

Up Button

Down

Button

STOP

FEATURE:

Slow-Motion Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow slow-speed search in either direction during

video playback.

OPERATION:

1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press

SLOW (

) more than approx. 2 seconds. After

approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with a 80-

minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or Forward, normal

playback resumes.

To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (

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

(

)

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 malfunc-

tion.

●

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 distur-

bances in video and the picture may seem unstable,

especially with steady images. This is not a malfunc-

tion.

●

During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE

(6)

pause playback.

FEATURE:

Frame-By-Frame Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.

OPERATION:

1) To change to Frame-By-Frame Playback, during still

playback, press SLOW (

) repeatedly for forward or

SLOW (

) 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 (

) 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 (

NOTES:

●

Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.

●

Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.

64 EN

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

PLAY

EFFECT

EFFECT ON/OFF

PLA

ACK

PLAYBACK

EFFECT Select

Remote sensor

FEATURE:

Playback Special Effects

PURPOSE:

To allow you to add creative effects to the video

playback image.

OPERATION:

1) To start playback, press PLAY (

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 re-

activates the selected effect.

To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2

above.

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 informa-

tion.

EN65

Audio Dub

Standby mode

PAUSE

PLAY

A.DUB

STOP

MIC

Audio Dubbing

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).

Play back the tape to locate the point where editing

will start, then press PAUSE (6).

While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,

press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.

Press PLAY (

), then begin “narrating”.

Speak into the microphone.

•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).

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

(5).

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).

Speaker

Display

PHONE

connector

Stereo microphone

Remote

sensor

66 EN

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

APPLAUSE

D.SOUND

Audio Dub

Standby mode

Display Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects

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 (

) to pause dubbing in step 6 the

selected sound effect indication remains displayed. To

resume dubbing, press PLAY (

MENU Button

D.SOUND Button

INDEX Button

Sound effect

indication

SET/SELECT

Button

+, – Button

EN67

PAUSE

START/STOP

INSERT

PLAY

REW

STOP

12:34

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.

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).

Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and

press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this

point ( pg. 42, 44).

Press REW (2) until the Edit-In point is located,

then press PAUSE (6).

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 Insert-

Pause mode.

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).

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).

Display

Remote sensor

68 EN

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

MBR SET

SHIFT

789`

VCR CODE LIST

VCR BRAND

NAME

LG/

GOLDSTAR

1 1

1 1

9 2

9 `

9 4

MAGNAVOX

9 5

1 1

7 1

7 6

MITSUBISHI

6 7

6 8

NEC

3 7

3 8

PHILIPS

1 9

9 5

1 1

9 4

9 1

9 6

1 2

JVC

9 1

9 6

9 3

DAEWOO

1 8

HITACHI

6 6

6 3

CODE VCR BRAND

NAME

PHILIPS

3 3

7 2

SAMSUNG

9 4

SANYO

3 6

3 5

SHARP

1 5

1 `

SONY

6 5

6 `

3 9

3 1



TOSHIBA

6 9

6 1

ZENITH

1 6

RCA

9 2

9 4

6 6

6 3

9 `

PANASONIC

1 3

1 7

1 1

9 4

1 8



CODE

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).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

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 automati-

cally. 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.

VCR (Recording deck)

EN69

DISPLAY

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.

A VCR other than above . . .

... 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.

Audio/Video

cable

(provided)

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

To EDIT

To S-VIDEO

OUT To AV OUT

To Remote

PAUSE or

R.A.EDIT

VCR

To PAUSE

To AUDIO,

VIDEO*

and -IN

connectors

If your VCR has the

SCART connector,

use the optional

cable adapter.

Editing

cable

(provided)

S-Video

cable

(optional)

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

––:–– ~

~––

––

0:000

––

TOTAL

CODETIME

NIOUT

MODE

PLAY

CANCEL

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

FADE/WIPE

EFFECT

EDIT IN/OUT

SELECT SCENES

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor. Press PLAY (

) 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).

If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT

( pg. 64).

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.

Random

Assemble Editing

Program

Remote sensor

EN71

PAUSE

START/STOP

VCR REC

STBY

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

00:25

02:05

––

07:18

08:31

–– ––

03:33

05:53

13:15

15:

:55

16:29

––––

––

–– –– ––

NIOUTMODE

09:30

9:39

TOTAL

CODETIME

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of

the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).

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.

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 Record-

Pause 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.

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).

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

Remote Sensor

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

––:–– ~

–– NIOUT

MODE

ROSYNCH O.1

–

––

0:000

TOTAL

CODETIME

For More Accurate Editing

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.

DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

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.

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

Program 1

Remote sensor

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.

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.

VIDEO Menu

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

EN73

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

To DV

DV cable

(optional) To DV

connector

PC with DV connector

To USB USB cable

(optional)

To USB

connector

Core filter Core filter

[A] Using USB cable

[B] Using DV cable

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.

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.

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.

“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.

Open the connector cover.

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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

EN75

DETAILS

I T E M S N O T E S

❍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)

➪VIDEO

RECORDING

( pg. 19, 20)

➪Power

( pg. 9)

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

No power is supplied.

“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

Recording cannot be

performed.

There is no picture.

Some functions are not

available using the MENU

Button.

The focus does not adjust

automatically.

The cassette will not load

properly.

The memory card will not

load properly.

•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.

•The built-in clock’s rechargeable

lithium battery is discharged.

•The previously set date/time is

erased.

— 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”.

•The camcorder is not getting

power, or some other

malfunction exists.

•The Power Switch is set to

“ ”.

•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.

•The cassette is in the wrong

position.

•The battery’s charge is low.

•The memory card is in the

wrong position.

•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.

•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).

•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”.

•Turn the camcorder’s power

off and on again ( pg. 17).

•Set the Power Switch to “ ”

( pg. 17).

•Set Focus to the Auto mode

( pg. 52).

•Clean the lens and check the

focus again ( pg. 82).

•Set it in the right position

( pg. 13).

•Install a fully charged battery

( pg. 9, 10).

•Set it in the right position

( pg. 15).

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.

EN77

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

In the 5-Second mode,

recording ends before

5 seconds have elapsed.

10.

Snapshot mode cannot be

used.

11.

The colour of Snapshot looks

strange.

12.

The image taken using

Snapshot is too dark.

13.

The image taken using

Snapshot is too bright.

14.

Digital Zoom does not work.

15.

Program AE with special

effects and Fade/Wipe Effects

do not work.

16.

The Black & White Fader

does not work.

17.

The Dissolve function does

not work.

•The 5-Second mode is set to

“ANIM.” in the Menu Screen.

10.

•The Squeeze mode is

selected.

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.

12.

•Shooting was performed under

backlit conditions.

13.

•The subject is too bright.

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.

15.

•The Power Switch is set to

“ ”.

16.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode

is activated.

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.

•Select “5S” in the Menu

Screen ( pg. 46).

10.

•Disengage the Squeeze mode

( pg. 41).

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.

•Press the BACKLIGHT Button

( pg. 53).

13.

•Set “PROGRAM AE” to

“SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu

Screen ( pg. 47).

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.

•Set the Power Switch to “ ”

( pg. 17).

16.

•Turn off Sepia and Monotone

( pg. 47, 49).

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 POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

18.

The Picture Wipe and

Dissolve functions do not

work.

19.

The picture wipe function

does not work.

20.

Scene transition does not go

as expected.

21.

The Video Echo mode does

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.

19.

•The Slow Shutter mode is

activated.

•“WIDE MODE” is not set to

“OFF”.

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.

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.

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.

•Disengage the Slow Shutter

mode or set “WIDE MODE”

to “OFF” before preparing to

use the Picture Wipe

( pg. 41, 47, 49).

20.

————

21.

•Set “WIDE MODE” to

“CINEMA ” or “OFF”

mode ( pg. 41).

•Do not try to use the Video

Echo mode during a Fade-In

or Fade-Out ( pg. 47, 49).

TROUBLESHOOTING

(cont.)

EN79

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

22.

Even when Slow Shutter is

not selected, the image looks

like it is activated.

23.

There is no strobe when the

Classic Film or Strobe mode

is activated.

24.

White Balance cannot be

activated.

25.

When shooting a subject

illuminated by bright light,

vertical lines appear.

26.

When the screen is under

direct sunlight during

shooting, the screen becomes

red or black for an instant.

27.

During recording, the date/

time does not appear.

28.

Files stored in the memory

card cannot be deleted.

29.

The indicators and messages

do not appear.

30.

Images on the LCD monitor

appear dark or whitish.

31.

The rear of the LCD monitor

is hot.

32.

The indicators and the image

colour on the LCD monitor

are not clear.

22.

•When shooting in the dark,

the unit becomes highly

sensitive to light and the

image takes on an effect

similar to Slow Shutter.

23.

•The Picture Wipe or Dissolve

function is in use.

24.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode

is activated.

25.

•This is a result of exceedingly

high contrast, and is not a

malfunction.

26.

•This is not a malfunction.

27.

•“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”

in the Menu Screen.

28.

•Files stored in the memory

card are protected.

29.

•“TIME CODE” is set to “OFF”

in the Menu Screen.

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.

31.

•The light used to illuminate

the LCD monitor causes it to

become hot.

32.

•This may occur when the

surface or the edge of the LCD

monitor is pressed.

22.

•If you want the lighting to

look more natural, set “GAIN

UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 40).

23.

•Do not try to use the Classic

Film or Strobe mode during a

scene transition ( pg. 47,

49).

24.

•Turn off Sepia or Monotone

before setting White Balance

( pg. 48, 54).

25.

————

26.

————

27.

•Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in

the Menu Screen ( pg. 42).

28.

•Remove protection from the

files stored in the memory

card and delete them

( pg. 32 – 34).

29.

•

Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 42, 43).

30.

•Adjust the brightness and

angle of the LCD monitor

( pg. 19, 20).

31.

•Close the LCD monitor to turn

it off or set the Power Switch

to “OFF”, and let the unit cool

down.

32.

————

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

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.

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 %)

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.

36.

•The Power Switch is set

to “ ” or “ ”.

•VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is

set to “MEMORY”.

37.

•The Power Switch is set to

“ ” or “ ”.

•VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is

set to “VIDEO”.

38.

•Your TV has AV input

terminals, but is not set to its

VIDEO mode.

•The cassette holder cover is

open.

39.

•During playback of the

unrecorded portion, High-

speed Search and still

playback, LCD monitor

indications appear distorted.

This is not a defect.

40.

•The speaker volume is too

great.

41.

————

33.

•Re-read the sections covering

Fade/Wipe effects, Program

AE with special effects and

“DIS” ( pg. 40, 47 – 50).

34.

————

35.

•Connect the optional

headphones to the headphone

connector ( pg. 83).

•Adjust the sound volume

during playback ( pg. 22).

36.

•Set the Power Switch to

“ ” ( pg. 22).

•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch to “VIDEO”.

37.

•Set the Power Switch to

“ ” ( pg. 29).

•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch to “MEMORY”.

38.

•Set the TV to the mode or

channel appropriate for video

playback ( pg. 23, 24).

•Close the cassette holder

cover ( pg. 13).

39.

————

40.

•Turn the speaker volume

down ( pg. 22).

41.

•Clean the video heads with an

optional cleaning cassette

( pg. 92).

33.

The LCD monitor or

viewfinder indications

blink.

34.

Coloured bright spots

appear all over the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

35.

During recording, sound

cannot be heard.

36.

Play, Rewind and Fast-

Forward functions do not

work.

37.

A memory card cannot be

played back.

38.

The tape is moving, but

there is no picture.

39.

The LCD monitor image is

distorted.

40.

Images on the LCD monitor

are jittery.

41.

Blocks of noise appear

during playback, or there is

no playback picture and the

screen becomes blue.

TROUBLESHOOTING

(cont.)

EN81

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

42.

The LCD monitor, the

viewfinder and the lens have

become dirty

(ex. fingerprints).

43.

An unusual mark appears.

44.

An error indication

(E01 — E06) appears.

45.

The charger indicator on the

AC Power Adapter/Charger

does not light.

46.

Picture does not appear on

the LCD monitor.

47.

When the image is printed

from the printer, a black bar

appears at the bottom of the

screen.

48.

When the camcorder is

connected via the DV

connector, the camcorder

does not operate.

49.

The memory card cannot be

removed from the

camcorder.

42.

————

43.

————

44.

•A malfunction of some kind

has occurred. In this case the

camcorder’s functions

become unusable.

45.

•The temperature of the battery

is extremely high/low.

•Charging is difficult in places

subject to extremely high/low

temperatures.

46.

•The viewfinder is pulled out.

•The LCD monitor's brightness

setting is too dark.

47.

•This is not a malfunction.

48.

•The DV cable was plugged/

unplugged with power turned

on.

49.

————

42.

•Wipe them gently with soft

cloth. Wiping strongly can

cause damage ( pg. 82).

43.

•Check the section of the

manual that explains LCD

monitor/viewfinder indica-

tions ( pg. 86 – 90).

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.

•To protect the battery, it is

recommended to charge it in

places with a temperature of

10°C to 35°C ( pg. 91).

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.

•By recording with “DIS”

activated ( pg. 40) this can

be avoided.

48.

•Turn the camcorder’s power

off and on again, then operate

it.

49.

•Push in the memory card a

few more times ( pg. 15).

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USER MAINTENANCE

OPEN/EJECT Switch

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder

Cleaning The Camcorder

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.

To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,

then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

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 Adjust-

ment Control to widen the gap.

Close the hatch until it locks in place and push

the viewfinder back in.

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.

After Use

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.

BATT. RELEASE Switch

Remove.

Hatch Lens blower

Dioptre Adjustment

Control

EN83

INDEX

Docking Station

1Multi 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.

2Screw .................................................. 墌 pg. 24

3Headphone Connector [PHONE] ......... 墌 pg. 65

No sound is output from the speaker when

headphones are connected to this connector.

4USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector ..墌 pg. 73

5Screw Knob ......................................... 墌 pg. 24

To attach the camcorder, tighten this clockwise.

6Edit Connector [EDIT] .......................... 墌 pg. 69

Connect the editing cable when performing

Random Assemble Editing ........... 墌 pg. 68 – 72

7S-Video Output Connector

[S-VIDEO OUT] ....................... 墌 pg. 23, 57, 69

3 4 5 6 7

1 2

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INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators

132

0!@

4 5

(

EN85

Controls

1E-MAIL CLIP REC Button ...................... 墌 pg. 60

2MENU 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

6Power Switch

[ , , , OFF] ............................墌 pg. 17

7Lock 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

0INDEX 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

Connectors

The connector q is located beneath a cover.

)Audio/Video Output Connector

[AV OUT] ................................ 墌 pg. 23, 57, 69

qDigital 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.

wMulti Connector

When attached to the Docking Station, this part

is connected.

Indicators

ePower Lamp................................... 墌 pg. 17, 19

rTally Lamp ..................................... 墌 pg. 19, 41

Other Parts

tLCD Monitor..................................墌 pg. 19, 20

yBattery Pack Mount..............................墌 pg. 10

uSpeaker ................................................ 墌 pg. 22

iStrap Eyelet ............................................墌 pg. 6

oViewfinder ........................................... 墌 pg. 11

pViewfinder Cleaning Hatch ..................墌 pg. 82

QCassette Holder Cover ......................... 墌 pg. 13

WStereo Microphone .............................. 墌 pg. 65

ECamera Sensor

Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.

RLens

It is not possible to attach any lens filter or

conversion lens.

TLens Cover ........................................... 墌 pg. 19

YGrip Belt Eyelet

URemote Sensor ..................................... 墌 pg. 61

ITripod Mounting Socket ....................... 墌 pg. 11

OMEMORY CARD Cover........................ 墌 pg. 15

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INDEX

Indications

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only

1Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.

(墌 pg. 41)

2Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.

(墌 pg. 49, 50)

3Rotates while the tape is running. (墌 pg. 19)

4Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).

(墌 pg. 14)

5Displays the tape remaining time. (墌 pg. 19)

6•“REC” appears during recording.

•“PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode.

(墌 pg. 19)

75S/Anim.: Displays the 5 second recording mode

or Animation recording mode. (墌 pg. 40, 46)

8Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to

cut down on noise created by wind. (墌 pg. 41)

9Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert

Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. (墌 pg. 67)

0Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds

after turning on the camcorder. (墌 pg. 40)

!Displays the Time Code. (墌 pg. 21, 42)

1Displays the Image Size mode of the stored

image. There are 2 modes available:

XGA and VGA (in order of quality) (墌 pg. 16)

2Appears and blinks during shooting. (墌 pg. 27)

3Displays 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)

5Displays the number of images that have

already been shot. (墌 pg. 27)

6Displays the total number of shots that can

be stored, including those already taken.

(墌 pg. 27)

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

BIT

PLP

min

12 4 56

0 7!

FINE

10/100

1234 5 6

VGA

EN87

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording

IGHT

20.

PHOTO

1Appears when the Power Switch

is set to “ ”.(墌 pg. 17)

2Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and

the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.

(墌 pg. 40)

3Appears 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)

5Displays the selected Program AE with special

effects. (墌 pg. 47, 48)

6Appears when the iris is locked. (墌 pg. 53)

7Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is

engaged. (墌 pg. 40)

8Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during

zooming. (墌 pg. 20)

9Appears during zooming.

Zoom level indicator (墌 pg. 20)

0Appears 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)

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INDEX

Indications (cont.)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback

1Displays the sound mode. (墌 pg. 43, 45)

2Displays the Blank Search mode. (墌 pg. 25)

Displays the selected Digital Sound Effect.

(墌 pg. 31, 55)

3Displays the tape speed. (墌 pg. 14)

4Appears while a tape is running.

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search

: Rewind/Shuttle search

6: Pause

: Forward slow-motion

6: Reverse slow-motion

e: Audio Dubbing

6e : Audio Dubbing Pause

5Displays the sound input for Audio Dubbing.

(墌 pg. 65, 66)

6Displays the date/time. (墌 pg. 43, 44)

7BRIGHT : 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.

8Displays the time code. (墌 pg. 43, 44)

1 2 3 54

876

MIC

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

1Displays the type of file (IMAGE/E-CLIP/

D. SOUND).

2Displays the directory and file names. (Appears

only when displaying still imges.) (墌 pg. 29)

3Displays the date. (Appears only when display-

ing still imges.) (墌 pg. 29)

4Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or

the viewfinder. (墌 pg. 19)

The level indicator moves.

5Displays the total number of stored files.

(墌 pg. 29)

6Displays the index number of the file. (墌 pg. 29)

BR I GHT

6 5

10 / 24

100

0010

20.

12.01

IMAGE

EN89

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. (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.

●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)

Appears after power is turned on if the lens cover is not slid down.

(墌 pg. 19)

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.

(墌 pg. 65)

●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)

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

possible.

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.

(墌 pg. 67)

Warning Indications

TAPE!

TAPE END

SET DATE/TIME!

MEMORY IS FULL

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED USE

CLEANING CASSETTE

CONDENSATION

OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

DIFFERENT

FORMATTED TAPE

A. DUB ERROR!

<CANNOT DUB

ON A LP RECORDED

TAPE>

<CANNOT DUB

ON A 16BIT

RECORDING>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB>

A. DUB ERROR!

INSERT ERROR!

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

LENS COVER

90 EN

Indications 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)

●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)

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)

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)

●

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.

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.

Appears when a file in a format other than MP3 for digital sound or DCF

for image is selected.

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 copy-

protected SD Memory Card is loaded.

NO FILES STORED

PLEASE

FORMAT

MEMORY CARD!

E01 — E06

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY

COPYING FAILED

INDEX

Indications (cont.)

NO SOUND FILES

Unsupported file!

CARD ERROR!

CHECK CARD'S WRITE

PROTECTION SWITCH

INSERT ERROR!

<CANNOT EDIT

ON A LP RECORDED

TAPE>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB>

EN91

General Battery Precautions

If the remote control is not functioning even if it is

being operated correctly, the batteries are ex-

hausted. 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

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.

CAUTIONS

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.

Terminals

92 EN

CAUTIONS

(cont.)

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.

.... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.

.... near a television set.

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting anten-

nas, 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.

EN93

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 function-

ing 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.

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.

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.

94 EN

TERMS

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

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

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

Journalistic Shooting ................................. 墌 pg. 20

Jump Playback .......................................... 墌 pg. 31

LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Indications...................................... 墌 pg. 86 – 90

Load A Tape .............................................. 墌 pg. 13

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

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

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

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

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

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-Mail Clip Recording ............................... 墌 pg. 60

Erase Protection .................................. 墌 pg. 13, 15

Exposure Control ...................................... 墌 pg. 53

EN95

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

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

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

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

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

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch ..........................墌 pg. 17

Video Echo ............................................... 墌 pg. 48

Viewfinder Adjustment .............................. 墌 pg. 11

White Balance .......................................... 墌 pg. 54

Wide Mode ............................................... 墌 pg. 41

Wind Cut .................................................. 墌 pg. 41

Wipe In/Out ........................................ 墌 pg. 49, 50

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

For General

Power supply : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)

DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption

LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 4.1 W

LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 5.0 W

Dimensions (W x H x D) : 43 mm x 115 mm x 80 mm

(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)

Weight : Approx. 340 g

(without battery and cassette)

Approx. 410 g

(incl. battery and cassette)

Operating temperature :0°C to 40°C

Operating humidity : 35% to 80%

Storage temperature :–20°C to 50°C

Pickup : 1/4" CCD

Lens : 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.)

LCD monitor : 2" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system

Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" colour LCD

Speaker : Monaural

For Digital Video Camera

Format : DV format (SD mode)

Signal format : PAL standard

Recording/Playback format : Video: Digital component recording

: Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),

48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)

Cassette : Mini DV cassette

Tape speed : SP: 18.8 mm/s

LP: 12.5 mm/s

Maximum recording time : SP: 80 min.

(using 80 min. cassette) LP: 120 min.

For Digital Still Camera

Storage media : SD Memroy Card/MultiMediaCard

Compression system : 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.

EN97

For Connectors

Video output :1 V

(

p-p

)

, 75 Ω, analogue

Audio output : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo

Input/output : 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

AC Power Adapter/Charger ACD270

Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Power consumption : 23 W

Output

Charge : DC 7.2 V , 1.2 A

VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A

Dimensions (W x H x D) : 68 mm x 44 mm x 110 mm

Weight : Approx. 250 g

Docking Station DS270

For General

Dimensions (W x H x D) : 48.4 mm x 36 mm x 79 mm

Weight : Approx. 53 g

For Connectors

PHONE

Headphone output :ø3.5 mm, stereo

USB : TYPE B

S-VIDEO OUT : Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output

C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output

EDIT :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.

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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

HELPLINE THOMSON

THOMSON multimedia

46 quai A. Le Gallo

92648 Boulogne Cedex

France

RCS NANTERRE B 322 019 464

http://www.thomson-europe.com

35162680

LYT0848-001A

Model and serial number

Dealer's address

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