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Page 2 - Important Safety Information; Cautions; : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to; Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame; Product Registration; To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose; CAUTION

i Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. Cautions CAUTION : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fich...

Page 3 - • Unpack Camcorder &; Powering Your Camcorder; • Viewing What You Record

1 Assistance Table of Contents Safety Information ..............................i Product Registration ...........................i Table of Contents ............................1-2 First-Time Operation • Assistance ..........................................3 • Unpack Camcorder & Accessories ......

Page 4 - Table of Contents; Recording; • Select Date and/or Time; Playback; • Playback Using the LCD

Table of Contents 2 Recording (continued) • Microphone......................................30 • Flying Erase Head ...........................30 • Auto Head Cleaner ..........................30 • Tally Light .......................................30 • Quick Record ......................................

Page 5 - appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.; Rechargeable 6-Volt Battery; Assistance; Shoulder Strap

3 First-Time Operation • Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder. • The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Rechargeable 6-Volt Battery Part No. 236130 Cassette Adapt...

Page 6 - Adjust the handstrap to fit; • Lift the flap on the handstrap and; First-Time Operation; DC Cable; A. Connect one end of the DC cable to; Slide LENS COVER control to

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 4 3. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand. • Lift the flap on the handstrap and First-Time Operation BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAME...

Page 7 - Tape Wheel

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 6. Place POWER (CAMERA/OFF/VCR) switch in CAMERA. 5 2 4 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN EJECT PUSH CASSETTE EJECT Tape Wheel Tape Window PUSH/OPEN Butt...

Page 9 - Viewfinder; LCD Monitor; Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view what you are

7 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN PUSH CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ Viewfinder EyepieceFocusControl BRIGHT Control PUSH/OPEN Button LCD Monitor First-Time Operation (continued on next page) 9. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view what ...

Page 10 - Play back what you have; • Details on viewfinder and LCD; Thumb Trigger

8 First-Time Operation 10. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor,and the tally light will light whenthe camcorder is recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. Thecamcorder is now in...

Page 11 - Review camcorder’s operating controls.

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH 9 First-Time Operation Lens LCDMonitor Speaker 14. Review camcorder’s operating controls. Tally Light PUSHButton EJECT Button SPEAKERVOLUMEControl PUSH/OPENButton BRIGHTContr...

Page 12 - Handstrap; Attach Battery Here

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 10 Handstrap Thumb Trigger AUDIO, RF DC OUT, andVIDEO Jacks (Under Cover) BATT. RELEASE Button JLIP Connector Shoulder StrapAttachment Ring Clock CellCompartment ...

Page 13 - and; Button

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR First-Time Operation 11 SP-EP COUNTER R/M TRACKING MAN.W.BAL EDIT – SEARCH REW FF STOP PLAY/PAUSE + BATT. RELEASE AUD...

Page 14 - Attach Adapter/Charger; Connect one end of the DC cable; Remove Adapter/Charger; Remove the DC cable from the; Using an Optional Plug Adapter; Plug the AC plug adapter into the; AC Plug; Do not use this adapter/; Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder

12 Powering Your Camcorder Attach Adapter/Charger 1. Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on theadapter/charger. 2. Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the camcorder asshown above. 3. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the nearest AC outlet (100-240V,50/60Hz). ...

Page 15 - Attach the Charged Battery; back of the camcorder as shown above.; Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder; The power indicator will light.; Remove the Battery

13 BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF JLIP Powering Your Camcorder Attach the Charged Battery If the DC cable is attached to thecamcorder, remove it before attaching thebattery. Also, install the lithium clockcell before attaching the battery pack.Details on ...

Page 16 - Charge the Battery; Hold the battery flush against the; Reference Marks; Caution; : When a battery is attached to the; Use the REFRESH Button

14 Powering Your Camcorder Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DCOUT jack on the adapter/charger, removeits plug.1. Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter/charger. 2. Hold the battery flush against the adapter/charger and slide it in thedirection of the arrow. 3. Plug...

Page 17 - Battery Care and Storage; Battery Level Indicator

15 Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears on theLCD monitor or in the viewfinder andshows you the amount of power in therechargeable battery. Powering Your Camcorder Battery Care and Storage • Recharging takes approximately 100 minutes depending on the battery’scondition. • Refr...

Page 18 - Optional Car Cord Adapter

16 Powering Your Camcorder 1. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder. Powerindicator on the camcorder turns off. 2. If the battery or DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it. 3. Hold the top of the power connector flush against the camcorder and pressthe bottom of the power...

Page 19 - Recording Tips

17 Recording Tips • In case of fire or theft, make a video recording of your home and contents tostore in a safe place. • Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture qualityand color reproduction. • Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady,...

Page 20 - Video Cassettes; Safety; Erase Protection – Safety Tab; Recording Time; • SP – Standard play provides the best

18 Video Cassettes You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording,just record over it. Safety Tab A. Remove B. Cover hole with vinyl tape or slide tab to REC ON to record over tape. safety tab or slide tab to REC OFF. We recommend that our cassettes be used with ...

Page 21 - Inserting and Removing Cassettes

2 4 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN EJECT PUSH CASSETTE EJECT 19 Video Cassettes Before inserting a cassette, turn the tapewheel on the side of the cassette in thedirection shown to remove any slack inthe tape. Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and Storage • When you are fini...

Page 22 - Making a Recording; Button

2 4 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN EJECT PUSH CASSETTE EJECT BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 20 Recording Making a Recording The steps below tell you how to make a recording using so...

Page 23 - • Press; PRESET switch is in PRESET.

21 Recording 1. Attach a power supply. Attach the adapter/charger, chargedbattery, or optional DC car cord. 2. Insert a tape. • Press PUSH/OPEN to open the LCD monitor. Open the monitor at least60º before opening the cassettecompartment. • Press EJECT to open the cassette compartment. • Turn the tap...

Page 24 - EDIT SEARCH – Button; Tally Light

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE ...

Page 25 - Select a production special effect to

Recording 23 • The effect is automatically activated, and its indicatorappears. • Details are on pages 60-61. 9. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. appears in the viewfinder or on the LCDmonitor and the tally light lightswhen the camcorder is recordin...

Page 26 - Use the LCD Monitor

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN PUSH CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ Viewing What You Are Recording Using the LCD Monitoror Viewfinder You can watch what you are recording on the color LCD monitor or in theblack-and-white viewfinder. When the ...

Page 28 - Status Displays; LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays; appears when you select; P AU SE

26 Recording Tape Speed Indicators (SP or EP) The tape speed selected with theSP• EP button appears here. • Details on page 18. Status Displays •The indicator appears when the camcorder is recording. • The indicator appears during record pause. Production Effects Indicators The indicator for the pro...

Page 29 - Fade and Wipe Indicators; appears when you select Black; Title; LENS COVER Indicator; • Details on page 39.

27 Recording Fade and Wipe Indicators The indicator for the fade or wipescene transition selected with theFADE/WIPE button appears here.When the FULL AUTO/PRESETswitch is in FULL AUTO, BlackFader is automatically selected.Place the switch in PRESET toselect the other fades or wipes. • appears when y...

Page 30 - Time Remaining Display; • The interval time selected for self-; Electronic Image Stabilizer (; • See page 38 for details.; TAPE END

28 Recording Time Remaining Display The approximate time remaining onthe tape is automatically displayedhere. The correct Tape Length mustbe set in the recording menu.Details are on page 44. Self-Timer, Animation, and Time- Lapse Indicators • The interval time selected for self- timer or time-lapse ...

Page 31 - • Details are on page 33.

Recording 29 Exposure Indicator • This indicator appears when you are adjusting brightness manuallyusing the + or – button. The FULLAUTO/PRESET switch must be inPRESET. • Details are on page 33. White Balance Indicators • If you adjust white balance manually, the indicator (MWB, , , or ) for the mod...

Page 32 - • Press and release QUICK REC to make; Microphone

30 Recording Tally Light The tally light lights when the camcorderis recording. The tally light can be turned off using therecord menu. See page 53. Quick Record Quick record lets you make five secondrecordings for quick scene transitions.Place VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch inCAMERA. • Press and release QUI...

Page 33 - Tape Positioning; • Press and quickly release REW or FF to; Quick Review Feature; • Press and hold EDIT SEARCH – to

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 31 Recording Tape Positioning Place POWER switch in VCR and pressSTOP. • Press and quickly release REW or FF to rewind or fast-forward the tape. PressSTOP to stop...

Page 34 - Full Auto Mode; Electronic Indexing; INDEX Indicator on LCD; Monitor or Viewfinder

32 Recording • The only fade/wipe that you can use is the black fader. • The only production special effects you can use is cinema. • Menu changes cannot be made. 4. Place the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch in PRESET to turn off the fullauto mode. Full Auto Mode FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ W...

Page 35 - Exposure Control; Manual Exposure; To Turn Off Manual Exposure

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 33 Recording Exposure Control When the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in FULL AUTO, the camcorder controls theiris for you. Under nor...

Page 36 - White Balance; Auto White Balance; • Select MWB when shooting

34 Recording BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved byadjusting the way the camcorder “sees” and records th...

Page 38 - Focusing; Zoom Lever

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUM E MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR Recording 36 Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically. Undercertain conditions, you may ne...

Page 39 - Manual Focus; Conditions Requiring Manual Focus; or 6 indicator will

37 Recording Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you may need to focus manually. Conditions Requiring Manual Focus • When recording a subject through a window. • When recording a subject having a close foreground and a background that is faraway. • When recording two subject...

Page 40 - EIS Indicator in Viewfinder; To Turn On EIS

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUM E MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 38 Recording EIS Button Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) The electronic image stabilizer helps compensate for unsta...

Page 41 - Zooming; To Zoom In and Out; • To move the lens in the telephoto; Power Zoom Lever; Zoom Level Indicator in; Digital Zooming

39 BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY /P STOP FF + REW JLIP Recording Zooming The motorized zoom lens allows you to zoom in and out for close ups orwide-angle shots just by sliding the power zoom lever on the camcorder. To Zoom In and ...

Page 42 - Recording Menu; Recording Menu in Viewfinder; To Display the Recording Menu; If you make a change in the recording menu,; or

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 40 Recording Recording Menu The main recording menu lets you select and set several recording features:Tele Macro (close-up), Gai...

Page 43 - Recording Menu —; Tele Macro Zooming Feature; To Turn on Tele Macro; ON if you want to record a

41 Recording Recording Menu — Tele Macro Zooming Feature Tele Macro (close-up), zooming allows you to zoom in on subjects that are too close tofocus on during normal zooming. If the subject is more than approximately 23 inchesaway, use normal zooming. To Turn on Tele Macro 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO...

Page 44 - To Set Gain Up; Recording Menu — Gain Up

42 Recording Tele MacroGain UpColor Filter Tape LengthTitleDate/TimeSub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 3. Press 4 4 or 3 3 to highlight Gain Up. To Set Gain Up 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in theviewfinder or on the LCD monito...

Page 45 - To Set Color Filter; Recording Menu — Color Filter; RED to add a reddish tint to

43 Recording Tele MacroGain UpColor Filter Tape LengthTitleDate/TimeSub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 To Set Color Filter 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in theviewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 3. Press 4 4 or 3 3 to highlight C...

Page 46 - Recording Menu — Tape Time-Remaining Display; Set the Tape Length

44 Recording Tele MacroGain UpColor Filter Tape LengthTitleDate/TimeSub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 Recording Menu — Tape Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder is automaticallydisplayed in the viewfinder. The Tape Length feature in the recording menu must beset...

Page 47 - To Add a Preset Title to Your Recordings; Recording Menu — Title

45 Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in theviewfinder or on the LCD monitor. To Add a Preset Title to Your Recordings Recording Menu — Title The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles or create ...

Page 48 - To Create Your Own Title; to display the title menu.

46 Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in theviewfinder or on the LCD monitor 3. Press 4 4 or 3 3 to highlight Title. To Create Your Own Title Tele MacroGain UpColor Filter Tape LengthTitleDate/TimeSub Menu OFF AGC...

Page 49 - To select the location of a; To Turn Off a Title; highlight OFF and press MENU.

Recording 47 Notes: To select the location of a character, press 4 4, 3 3, 6 6, or 5 5 to move the cursor to the row of squares at thebottom. Then press 6 6 or 5 5 to highlight the location where you want to place thecharacter. To correct a character, highlight thecharacter you want to correct and p...

Page 50 - Date/Time Display — Install the Clock Lithium Cell; To Remove Battery; Insert object here to remove cell.

48 Recording 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply attached tothe camcorder. 2. Press release tab of clock cell compart- ment cover and open the compartment. 3. Insert the clock cell with the “+” terminal facing out. 4. Close the compartment cover. It will click into plac...

Page 51 - To Set the Date and Time; Recording Menu — Date/Time Display; to enter the correct; to highlight Cancel and press MENU.; to display the date and time

49 JAN 1.00 AM 12:01 Set Cancel Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in theviewfinder or on the LCD monitor. To Set the Date and Time Recording Menu — Date/Time Display The date and time must be set before it can be...

Page 53 - Repeatedly press the DISPLAY button; Time Display; Viewfinder or LCD Monitor Displays; Date and Time Display; The mode selected will be recorded.; Press DISPLAY to select mode.; To Record the Date, Time, or Date and Time on Your Tape

51 Recording 5. To record the display again, place the camcorder in record pause andpress the DISPLAY button to select themode you want to record. Note: If you do not want to record a dateor time, press DISPLAY to select the dateand time off mode. 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. 2. Repeatedl...

Page 54 - To Change a Feature in the Sub Menu; Recording Menu — Sub Menu; you want to adjust.

52 Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in theviewfinder or on the LCD monitor. To Change a Feature in the Sub Menu Recording Menu — Sub Menu The sub menu lets you turn the tally light on or off, set interval and re...

Page 55 - Sub Menu — Tally Light and JLIP ID NO.; • Select ON to have the tally light; To Turn the Tally Light ON or OFF

53 Recording Tally Interval Timer Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO. 0 7 ON OFF Sub Menu — Tally Light and JLIP ID NO. 4. Press 4 4 or 3 3 to turn the tally light ON or OFF. • Select ON to have the tally light turn on during recording. • Select OFF if you do not want the tally light to light. 5. Press 5 5 to ...

Page 56 - Sub Menu — Self-Timer; To Set the Self-Timer; Place the POWER switch in

54 Recording Sub Menu — Self-Timer The self-timer lets you set the camcorder to delay recording so you can bein the scene when recording begins. Tele MacroGain UpColor Filter Tape LengthTitleDate/TimeSub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 To Set the Self-Timer 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indic...

Page 57 - Self-Timer Indicator in Viewfinder; to select the amount of; twice to return to the; to start Interval Timer

55 Recording Self-Timer Indicator in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor 8. Press 4 4 or 3 3 to select the amount of time you want the recording delayed.• Select 15S to delay the recording for 15 seconds. • Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds. • Select 1min to delay the recording for one minut...

Page 58 - Sub Menu — Animation Recording; To Record Using Animation

56 Recording Sub Menu — Animation Recording Animation recording produces an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationaryscene or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such ascartooning). To Record Using Animation 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indic...

Page 60 - Sub Menu — Time-Lapse Recording; To Record Using Time Lapse

58 Recording Sub Menu — Time-Lapse Recording Time-lapse recording makes automatic recordings at preset time intervals.The recording will show subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formationsor plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Place the POWER switch ...

Page 61 - Press the thumb trigger to start; • Select OFF to turn off the

59 Recording 13. If necessary, adjust the exposure control, focus, and stabilizer beforestep 14. 14. Press MENU to exit the menu. and the amount of recording time, and and the amount of interval time appearin the viewfinder or on the LCDmonitor. 5min 1/4S PAUSE 15. Press the thumb trigger to start r...

Page 62 - Black Fader; Indicator Menu; Fading or Wiping In and Out

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 4 4 Button 6 6 Button 5 5 Button 3 3 Button FULL AUTO/PRESET Switch 60 Black Fader Blue Fader Mosaic Fader Shutter Wipe Slide Wip...

Page 63 - To Turn Off Fade or Wipe; FULL AUTO; To Fade or Wipe; PRESET

61 Recording To Turn Off Fade or Wipe When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is inFULL AUTO, press FADE/WIPE. When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is inPRESET, press FADE/WIPE to displaythe fade/wipe menu, and then pressFADE/WIPE repeatedly to highlightOFF. 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator wil...

Page 64 - Cinema; Indicator Menu; Production Effects

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR FULL AUTO/PRESET Switch 62 Cinema Sepia Twilight Sports HI.S 1/2000 The camcorder records black bars at the top andbottom of the ...

Page 65 - To Turn Off a Production Effect; To Use a Production Effect

63 Recording To Turn Off a Production Effect When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch isin FULL AUTO, press PROG.AE/EFFECT. When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch isin PRESET, press PROG.AE/EFFECTto display the production effect menu,and then press PROG.AE/EFFECTrepeatedly to highlight OFF. Note: The effect will be turne...

Page 66 - Attaching the Shoulder Strap; To Attach the Shoulder Strap; Keeper

64 1. If the strap keeper is over a double sectionof the strap, slide thestrap keeper off theend of the strap.Replace the keeperon the strap betweenthe buckle and theend of the strap asshown. 2. Loop the end of the strap over the top of the shoulder strap attachment ring. 3. Thread the end of the st...

Page 67 - Traveling Tips

65 • Write down your camcorder’s serial number and keep it separatefrom the camcorder whentraveling. If your camcorder islost or stolen, you will be able toidentify it. • Use extra care to avoid damage to your camcorder and accessorieswhen operating them at a beachor pool. Spray, sand, and dustshoul...

Page 68 - Install Cassette Adapter’s Battery; Using the Cassette Adapter; Battery

66 Playback Install Cassette Adapter’s Battery Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Using the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. Thecassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like otherstandard VHS cassettes. ...

Page 69 - Gently close the cassette compartment; Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter; Slide the adapter’s EJECT switch to; Load Detector

67 4. Gently close the cassette compartment lid until it locks into place. Make surethe cassette reel area under the adapteris free to turn while the cassette isloading. Note: You should hear a whirring soundwhile the tape loads. The adapter’s loaddetector will automatically retract into theadapter....

Page 70 - To Play Back a Tape; Playback Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder; PUSH Button

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUM E MIN MAX PUSHOPEN PUSH CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ 68 Playback EJECT Button To Play Back a Tape 1. Attach a power supply. Attach the adapter/charger, chargedbattery, or optional DC car cord. 2. Insert a tape. • Press PUSH/OP...

Page 71 - • For brief searching, press and hold FF; Playback Features

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP Playback 69 Caution: Pause is designed for momentaryinterruptions and should not be used for anextended period of time. If the camcorderremains in pause for more ...

Page 72 - Time Counter; To Use the Memory-Stop Feature

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP Playback 70 REW Button STOP Button POWER Switch in VCR Playback Features (Continued) Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when play...

Page 73 - Tracking; TRACKING Buttons

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RFDC OUT VIDEO LE N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWEROFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP Playback 71 Playback Features (Continued) Tracking During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press eitherTRACKING button to move the streaks up...

Page 74 - Installation; Attach the white plug on one end of; OR

Playback 72 Installation 1 Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIOIN jack on the TV (or VCR). Notes: If your cable does not have whiteand yellow plugs, just be sure to attach thesame color to the audio jacks. If your TV (or VCR) has stereo AUDIO INjacks, attach the plu...

Page 75 - Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR

Playback 73 Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording) Caution: The unauthorized recordingof copyrighted material may infringethe rights of others. 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it tothe video input chan...

Page 76 - Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs; Attach one end of the optional coaxial

74 Playback Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need anoptional 1CVA147C RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82or VH90 shown on page 78. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or isconnected to...

Page 77 - Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording; Playback Operation

75 Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Playback Playback Operation 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to channel 3 or 4. 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the RF output adapter’s CH3/CH4 switch. 3. Place adapter’s VCR/TV switch in VCR. 4. Place ...

Page 78 - AC201A Soft Carrying Case; Optional Accessories; DCC08 Car Cord Adapter

76 AC201A Soft Carrying Case Custom compact soft case designedespecially to provide protection and utilityfor your compact VHS camcorder andmost accessories. Rugged fabric linedwith soft non-abrasive material andgenerous padding. Has three outsidepockets with storage for lens filters,adapters, batte...

Page 79 - Using the Optional AC088 Tripod

77 Optional Accessories Mounting the camcorder on a tripod,such as AC088, will keep the camcordersteady and produce excellent videoresults. This tripod’s fluid-effect head providessmooth camera pan and tilt. The quick-release mount makes it easy to attach orremove the camcorder. The grooved,tubular ...

Page 80 - VH54 Cable Transformer

78 Optional Accessories VH54 Cable Transformer This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used toconnect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable(such as VH82 or VH90) to the 300 ohmscrew terminals on a TV. VH83 Audio/Video Cable This six foot audio/video dubbing cablecan be used for copying tapes from thecamcorder t...

Page 81 - Detach Here; P l e a s e c o mp l e t e o t h e r s i d e a l s o; Accessory Order Form; Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV800C; Description

Detach Here ✂ P l e a s e c o mp l e t e o t h e r s i d e a l s o 79 Accessory Order Form Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV800C Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 39.95 Soft Camcorder Case AC201A $ 39.95 Y-Adapter AH25 $ 2.95 AC Battery Charger CPS91 $ 59.95 Ca...

Page 82 - AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

80 Accessory Order Form Detach Here ✂ ® r r s TM Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard My card expires: My card exp...

Page 83 - To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.

81 Accessory Order Form To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order bytelephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover cardready and cal...

Page 84 - Care and Maintenance; Cleaning the Camcorder; Lens; Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder; The viewfinder eyepiece can be removed for cleaning.; Cleaning the Camcorder’s LCD Monitor

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSHOPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH 82 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens To clean the camcorder’s lens, blow it with a blower brush, and thengently wipe the lens with a c...

Page 85 - Proper Care and Storage

83 Care and Maintenance • Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spraymay damage the internal parts of thecamcorder. • Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below40°F (4C) or above 95°F (35C). • Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charg...

Page 86 - Trouble Checks; ) flashes on the LCD monitor or in; Trouble

84 No power Won’t record orplayback Won’t playback Won’t record No picture Camcorder turnsitself off Trouble Checks Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct withoutthe help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies. Before you call or take you...

Page 87 - ) flashes on the LCD monitor or; • Subject is not in center of LCD monitor or viewfinder or

85 Tape stops duringrewind or fastforward Camcorder remainsin pause mode Sound is too low ordistorted Dew indicatorflashing inviewfinder or LCDmonitor Poor auto-focusoperation Vertical white linesappear when shoot-ing bright object Viewfinder or LCDmonitor displays aredark or out of focus Picture is...

Page 90 - Specifications; Dimensions – Including Viewfinder; Information to User; equipment and receiver.

88 Specifications General Power requirement: 6VDCPower consumption: LCD Monitor off, Viewfinder on: 5.7 watts LCD Monitor on, Viewfinder off: 7.5 watts Weight: 2.3 lbs. (1,000g) Dimensions – Including Viewfinder 4-15/16"(W) x 4-1/2"(H) x 9-1/16"(D)124 (W) x 113(H) x 230(D) mm Camera Sect...

Page 91 - Customer Assistance and Service; You can reach Thomson at the; Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange

89 Customer Assistance and Service You can reach Thomson at the following number: 800-283-6503 (Toll free inside U.S.A.) Our toll-free Camcorder number operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST Monday – Friday for U.S. customers only Thomson provides a toll-free telephonenumber to help you with any proble...

Page 92 - Limited Warranty; • A representative will troubleshoot; If you are; not located near an

90 Limited Warranty What your warranty covers:• Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase:• 90 days for labor charges.• One year for parts.(The warranty period for rental unitsbegins with the first rental or 45 daysfrom date of shipment to the rental firm,whichever com...

Page 94 - Index

92 Index + 4 and – 3 Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,20-21,33,40-47,49,52-59 Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Accessories, Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76-81Accessory, Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79-81Adapter/Charger, Using . ...