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Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. I I or AC adapter/charger i camcorder WARNING: To reduce the to riskrain of or firemoisture. or shock hazard, do not expose I II This symbol inside the product RISKOF ELECTRICSHOCK DO NOT OPEN "dangerous that presents electric shock or personal RISO_JE DECHOC Et.ECTRIQUE NEPASOU'V'RtR TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC (OR BACK).
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Recording (continued) • Microphone • Time-Lapse 30 • Fading Erase Head ........................... 30 • Production • Auto Head Cleaner .......................... 30 • Attaching • Tally Light ....................................... 30 • Quick Record 30 • Flying ...................................... ................................... • Tape Positioning Recording or Wiping In and Out ..... 60-61 Effects ...................... the Shoulder Traveling ......... 58-59 62-63 Strap ....
This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. to Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem Camcorder Exchange Warranty Customer Service ................ Accessories .................... ..... you may encounter. 800-2813-6503 800-336-1900 800-338-0376 t,,- 1. Unpack the camcorder • Save the packing camcorder. materials and accessories.
2. Attach the adapter/charger. Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder. To AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz Adapter/Charger DC OUT Jack POWER Indicator A. Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger. B. Connect the other end of the DC C. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into an operating outlet. The adapter/ charger's light POWER indicator will cable to the DC IN jack on the camcorder as shown above.
5. Insert a tape. Tape Wheel before opening cassette compa_ent. PUSH/OPEN Button PUSH Button • Press PUSH/OPEN to open the LCD monitor. Open the monitor at least 60 ° before opening the cassette compartment. • Press EJECT _Tape EJECT Button • Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. • Press the PUSH to open the cassette Window cassette button compartment to lock the closed. compartment.
7. Select a recording speed. SPoEp Switch Repeatedly press the SpoEp switch to select a recording speed. The indicator for the speed selected appears in the viewfinder and LCD panel. Select SP or EP recording • EP - Extended play provides three times the recording time as SP (60 minutes speed. with a TC-20 tape). 8. Set the FULL AUTO/PRESET tape). EP has slightly more picture normal playback.
o Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder recording. to view what you are You can watch what you are recording on the color LCD monitor or in the blackand-white viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 60 °, the viewfinder is automatically turned off. viewfinder is automatically turned on.
REW Button PLA Y/PA USE Button Thumb Trigger POWER (VCR/OFF/CAMERA ) Switch Power Indicator 10. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger REC to start recording. _ appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor, and the tally light will light when the camcorder is recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in the recordpause mode. -= PAUSE appears in the viewfinder LCD monitor.
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14. Review camcorder's operating controls. (Continued) Power Zoom Lever QUICK REC Button "W" - Wide Angle "T" - Telephoto Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring LENS COVER Control Clock Cell Compa Attach Battery HereDC In Jack (Attach AC Adapter/Charger Here) Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Trigger BA TT. RELEASE Handstrap Button POWER (VCR/O FF/CAMERA ) Switch and Indicator .>.¢4.-;> :_: .:Q, : ...
14. Review camcorder's operating controls. TRACKING Buttons SPoEP Button Also COUNTER R/M (Reset/Memory) Button _..._ MAN.W.BAL (Manual White Balance) Button _ [ ] I CE3 7-,-7 TRACKING COUNTERR/M 1"--'7 MAN.W.
Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder The adapter/charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually camcorder or recharge the battery. anywhere in the world to power the To AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz __ Adapter/Charger DC OUT Jack POWER Indicator i_ DC In Attach Adapter/Charger Remove Adapter/Charger 1. Connect to the DC OUT jack on the 1.
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging will take approximately 100 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 75 minutes of operating time (depending on how much you use the LCD monitor, zoom, and pause). camcorder off during recording breaks. the Charged attaching on page the battery pack. the excessive heat- over 149"F_(65"C) could be haz a;us.
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued) Hold Battery Flush and CHG Indicator POWER Indicator Reference Marks To AC Wall Outlet Volts, 100-240 50/60 Hz. END Indicat_ REFRESH Button Adapter/Charger REFRESH Indicator Caution: When a batte_ is attached to the adapter/chargeri do not turn them upside down! The baffe_ may fall off and be damaged or Cause injury. _ Charge Use the REFRESH the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, its plug. remove 1.
Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder and • When _ appears, the battery fully charged. shows you the amount rechargeable battery. • As the power of power in the is used _ is and appear. When the battery power is almost gone, c---q flashes. The camcorder will turn k I s / i off automatically after a few seconds. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder the battery.
Optional The optional Car Cord Adapter DCC08 car cord shown on page 76 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts 12-volts to a 6-volt output. Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions. Use only car cord adapter DCC08 with this camcorder. Use of any other car cord adapter may damage the camcorder and void your warranty.
In case of fire or theft, make a video recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place. • Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction. • Fading in and out of scenes will make your videos appear more professional. • Learn to use the special effects available with your camcorder to add variety to your recordings. Be aware • Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording.
We recommend that our cassettes be used with your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads, resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback. Because there is no control over the type of tape purchased or rented by consumers, head cleaning is not covered under warranty. It is considered normal maintenance. The automatic head-cleaning system minimizes the need for accessory cleaners or cleaning by a Servicenter.
Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cautiolt_: Open monitor at least 60° before opening cassette compartment. Wheel )/,/'Tape )_ _'Tape Window PUSH/OPEN Button and the tape window facing out. The cassette should slide easily EJECT Button PUSH Button into the compartment. force the cassette. Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the direction shown to remove any slack in the tape. 2. Press EJECT to open the cassette compartment.
Making a Recording The steps below tell you how to make a recording using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages. SPoEP Switch LENS POWER 60_:_fore op_n[hg _se_ compartment.: m0nito_ at least COVER Control Eyepiece Focus Control Switch Tape Wheel _ PUSH/OPEN Button [ PUSH Button \ '""_--..
1. Attach Attach battery, a power Use the Viewfinder supply. the adapter/charger, or optional charged DC car cord. • Make sure the monitor is closed and locked. The viewfinder will be automatically 2. Insert a tape. • Adjust • Press PUSH/OPEN to open the LCD monitor. Open the monitor at least 60° before opening the cassette • Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape. • Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.
Making a Recording (Continued) EDIT SEARCH - Button EDIT SEARCH + Button LENS COVER Control Power Zoom Lever POWER Tally Light \ FULL A UTO/PRESET EFFECT Button MENU Q FADE/ FADE/WIPE Button 22 I _ • Button Switch
o Select a production special effect to add variety to your recordings. The effect is automatically activatecl, and its indicator A. Make sure the FULL AUTO/ PRESET switch is in PRESET. appears. B. Press PROG.AE/EFFECT Details to 9. Start display the production effects menu in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. C. Press PROG.AE/EFFECT again to select the effect you want. The effect is selected automatically and when the camcorder is recording. • Press and re.
Viewing What You Are Recording or Viewfinder You can watch what you are recording black-and-white viewfinder. When Using the LCD Monitor on the color LCD monitor the LCD monitor in CAMERA, the viewfinder is automatically LCD monitor, the viewfinder is automatically or in the is open more than 60 ° turned off. When turned on. you close the Use the LCD Monitor BRIGHT Dial Control LCD Monitor Viewfinder PUSH/OPEN Button 1. Press the PUSH/OPEN open the LCD button and monitor.
Use the Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. When the LCD monitor is open more than 60 °, the viewfinder is automatically turned off. Viewfinder Focus Control Viewing you probably can operate the camcorder without them. For convenient viewing, you can slide the viewfinder out from the camcorder and It is easiest to set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder's on- rotate it up and down.
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays T Happy Birthday Tape Speed Indicators (SP or EP) • IZl appears when you select Cinema to "letterbox" record with The tape speed selected with the SP. EP button appears here. black bars so you can play back your recordings on a 16X9 TV. • Details Status on page • The Displays _ indicator appears when the camcorder •The during I8. is recording. - PAUSE_=indicator record ® Production appears pause.
Fade and Wipe Indicators Title The indicator for the fade or wipe scene transition selected with the The preset title you select or the title FADE/WIPE button appears here. When the FULL A UTO/PRESET • The title will be recorded tape when it appears. switch is in FULL AUTO, • Details Black Fader is automatically selected. Place the switch in PRESET to select the other fades or wipes.
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays @ I _ --40min @ MWB [_ INDEX rAPE END Time Remaining Display here. The correct Tape Length be set in the recording menu. Details are on page 44. -+ .- Animation, timer or time-lapse recording ( D 15S, 30S, lmin, or 5rain) appears here. and Details are on pages 54-55 58-59. • The rec time selected or time-lapse recording for animation ( ,i 1/2S, 1S, or 5S) appears here. Details are on pages 56-57 and 58-59.
® TAPE END Warning (_ • TAPE END appears when the end of the tape is reached during recording or a cassette with its tape already ® Tape is inserted using the + or - button. The FULL AUTO/PRESET switch must be in PRESET. at the end. • Details (T20, T30, or 7"40) selected with the Tape Length feature on the recording menu appears here. Details White Warning •The _ cassette indicator appears when a is in the camcorder. POWER switch flashes is set to CAMERA in the playback.
QUICK REC Button Microphone Tally Light Microphone Tally Light The microphone picks up the sound during a recording. It is more sensitive sounds coming from the direction the The tally light lights when the camcorder to is recording. lens is pointed. The tally light can be turned record menu. See page 53° Flying Erase Head Quick Record A separate erase head is mounted the spinning headwheel "flying").
and FF (Also EDIT SEARCH - and +) Buttons POWER Camera Edit Feature Tape Positioning Place POWER STOP. switch The camera edit feature allows in VCR and press • Press and quickly release REW or FF to rewind or fast-forward the tape. Press STOP Switch you to position the tape when the camcorder in record pause. Place VCR/OFF/ CAMERA switch in CAMERA. • Press and hold EDIT SEARCH to stop the tape. visually search the recorded is - to tape in reverse.
Full Auto Mode FULL A UTO/PRESET 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. • The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record • Menu changes focus, exposure, cannot switch in PRESET auto mode. 3. Press the thumb trigger to start recording. will control special be made. to turn off the full the and white balance for you. Electronic Indexing ............ An index mark is automatically recorded at the beginning of a recording after the date advances and a cassette is inserted.
Exposure Control When the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch is in FULL A UTO, the camcorder controls iris for you. Under normal conditions, the camcorder will adjust brightness automatically. You may need to adjust brightness manually when the background too bright or too dark in comparison the is with the subject. A UTO/PRESET Switch EFFECT MENU 0 PROG.AE/_ FADEJ WIPE _'_ - Button To Turn Off Manual Exposure Manual Exposure 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA.
White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance adjusting the way the camcorder wish to record. Your camcorder under certain conditions, color or when recording adjust white balance is all about. This is achieved by "sees" and records the light source in the scene you is equipped with automatic white balance. However, such as recording an object a predominant red or brown with various shades of the same object outdoors, you may want to manually. N. W.BAL.
MWB %,- o HalOgen _ Tungsten n e oudy Light" A. Point camcorder object at a white, flat such as a piece of white paper. B. Press and hold MAN. W.BAL .for at least three seconds. The MWB indicator ;o: outdoors is adjusting white balance and stop flashing when it is ready to record. Note: To change the tint for special recording, substitute colored paper for white. The white balance is adjusted based on the color.
Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically. certain conditions, you may need to focus manually. Under Lever FULL A UTO/PRESET Switch FAR Button Auto Focus Focus Lock Feature During auto focus the camcorder will focus automatically on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder or The focus lock feature LCD monitor. Place the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch in FULL AUTO to turn on the auto focus feature. _.
Manual Focus Under certain conditions, . such as those listed, you may need to focus manually. Set the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch to PRESET. . Slide the power zoom lever toward to zoom in on your subject. To maintain proper focus throughout T the zoom range, you must zoom in on the subject before adjusting the focus. . Press NEAR picture or FAR to display a clear in the center of the viewfinder. The a -It- indicators appear in the viewfinder. The • or • indicator will flash.
Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) The electronic image stabilizer helps compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake that can be created by recording out of a moving vehicle or while walking. EIS Button To Turn On EIS 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. 2. Press the EIS button. The EIS indicator appears in the viewfinder on the LCD monitor. or Turn off EIS when using a tripod.
Zooming The motorized zoom lens allows you to zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the power zoom lever on the camcorder. Power Zoom Lever T = Telephoto W = Wide Angle T Zoom Level Indicator in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor To Zoom In and Out Optical zooming allows and out up to 14X. Digital Zooming you to zoom in (close-up) direction, slide the power zoom lever toward T. • To move the lens in the wide angle direction, slide the lever toward W.
Recording Menu The main recording menu lets you select and set several recording features: Tele Macro (close-up), Gain Up (light adjustment), Color Filter, Tape Length, Title, and Date/Time. The Sub Menu lets you turn the tally light on or off, set interval and recording times for self-timer, animation, and time-lapse recording, and set an ID number. FULL A UTO/ \ PRESET Switch "_ Button \ Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE 0 • To Display the Recording Button Menu 1.
Recording Menu -- Tele Macro Zooming Feature Tele Macro (close-up), zooming allows you to zoom in on subjects that are too close to focus on during normal zooming. If the subject is more than approximately 23 inches away, use normal zooming. Button Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE • Button To Turn on Tele Macro . Make sure the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch . 4. Press • or 4 to select is in PRESET. Press the MENU button. Select The small subject 23 inches.
Recording Menu m Tape Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder is automatically displayed in the viewfinder. The Tape Length feature in the recording: menu must be set correctly for the length tape you are using before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining. 30min SP=EP Switch I 30min 29min i I I _v 3rain TAPE END 2min (Flashing) lmin (Flashing) l 0rain (Flashing) Set the Tape Length .
Recording Menu- Gain Up The gain up feature allows with low or poor lighting. you to take bright and natural recordings even in areas FULl, A UTO/ E'RESET Switch • Button Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE (_ • To Set Gain Up I. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. Tele Macro OFF Color Filter Tape Length Title Date/Time Sub Menu NOR. T20 42 or • to highlight 4. Press • or I_ to select AGC or _OFF.
,..' Recording Menu _ Color Filter This feature allows you to add a red or blue tint to the recording. .o. ,..,, % ,b,4 ,I/:? _ FULL A UTO/ • Button ,, K' Button ,:i!_: • • Button To Set Color Filter Make sure the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. lo , .:., Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 4. Press • or _ to select NOR., or I_BLUE. • Select NOR.
Recording Menu u Tape Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder is automatically displayed in the viewfinder. The Tape Length feature in the recording menu must be set correctly for the length tape you are using before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining. 30rain SPoEP 30min 29rain i I I '4, 3rain TAPE END 2rain (Flashing) 1rain (Flashing) 0rain (Flashing) Set the Tape Length . Make sure the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. .
Recording Menu m Title The title feature lets you choose up to 18 characters installed as shown one of eight preset titles or create your own title -- to superimpose on a scene. The clock cell battery must be on page 48 before you can create or store your own title. FULL AUTO/ PRESET Switch • Button \ Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE • Button To Add a Preset Title to Your Recordings 1. Make sure the FULL A UTO/PRESET 4. Press • to display the title menu. switch is in PRESET. .
Recording Menu- Title (Continued) Switch Button \ Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE • Button To Create Your Own Title 1. Make sure the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The 4. Press _ to display 5. Press • or • Character). the title menu. to highlight recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor 3. Press • or • Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Date/Time Sub Menu 46 to highlight OFF AGC NOR. T20 Title.
10.When you are finished, press •, I_, or • to highlight End. 6. Press I_ to display the set character menu. V, 11.Press MENU to return to the title A B _\K L T U V : C M W D N X E 0 Y F G P Q Z _ I S U menu, or press MENU twice to remove all menus from the screen and display and record your title. '-I!?_ oi _3_s6789 :_iI t!i i Note: The title will be recorded on your tape whenever it appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
Date/Time Display -- Install the Clock Lithium (;ell The clock cell indicator _ will flash for a few seconds LCD monitor when you turn on the camcorder in the viewfinder or on the if the cell has not been installed or needs to be replaced• Insert object here to remove cell. Clock Cell \ (+ Side Facing Out) -:: .i Clock Cell Compartment ° Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply attached to the camcorder. 2.
Recording Menu m Date/Time Display The date and time must be set before it can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before the date can be set and recorded. • Button \ PRESET Switch MENU Button w,pE ([[D FADE/ • Button To Set the Date and Time . Make sure the FULL A UTO/PRESET switch . 5. Press • or • to enter the correct is in PRESET. Press the MENU button.
Date/Time Display The clock cell must be installed can be selected and recorded and the date and time set before the date and/or time on your tape. PROG AE/ EFFECT (_ MENU FADE/ WIPE" To Select the Date, Time, or Date and Time You Want to Record On Your Tape 1. Attach a power supply and place POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Repeatedly press DISPLAY to select the date, time, or date and time you want to record. • Date Display: displayed and recorded.
%! g , Date/Time Display v ;:7 ),,, i N, ,€. t" 'L _f t To Record the Date, Time, or Date and Time on Your Tape 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. 2. Repeatedly press the DISPLAY button to display the date, time, or date and time you have previously stored. 5. To record the display again, place the camcorder in record pause and press the DISPLAY button to select the mode you want to record. 3. Begin recording. 4.
'k._÷t' ' '2" ) Recording Menu m Sub Menu The sub menu lets you turn the tally light on or off, set interval and recording times for the self-timer, time-lapse recording, or animation recording. You can also set a JLIP ID number for a device (such as a personal ,,+, computer). % , .,. :_ •a/, :' • Button FULL AUTO/ _witch ,, Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE ,,; C_ • Button To Change a Feature in the Sub Menu 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2.
Sub Menu -- Tally Light and JLIP ID NO. --Tally Light / JLIP Connector To Turn the Tally Light ON or OFF 1. Follow steps 2. Press • 1-4 on the previous or • to highlight page. Tally. .................. 4. Press • or • ON or OFF. • Select to turn the tally light ONto have the tally light turn on during :ON Tally::: • Interval Timer OFF Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 recording. Select OF[" if you do not want the tally light to light. 5.
Sub Menu m Self-Timer The self-timer lets you set the camcorder in the scene when recording to delay recording so you can be begins. FULL A UTO/ iwitch • Button., Button MENU Button • Button To Set the Self-Timer 1. Place the POWER CAMERA. switch in The power indicator will light. 2. Place FULL A UTO/PRESET switch PRESET. 3. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 4. Press • or • to highlight 5. Press • to display 54 Sub Menu.
6. Press • Timer. or • to highlight 9. Press • twice to return Interval recording 10.Press Tally menu. MENU to exit the menu. OFF Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 _;_ 5min _PAUSE 7. Press • to start Interval Self-Timer Indicator in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor Tally 11. Press the thumb ON timer recording. Ihte_al+;_ +OFF+ Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 -- start recording 1 to start self- The camcorder will 1rain trigger of time to stop recording.
Sub Menu m Animation Animation recording produces scene or object by shooting Recording an illusion of movement a series of pictures of slightly for an otherwise different poses (such as cartooning). FULL it UTO/ ;witch • Button \ Button MENU Button • To Record Using CAMERA. light. switch The power in indicator 2. Place FULL AUTO/PRESET will switch in PRESET. 3. Make sure the recording to SP. speed is set 4. Press the MENU The button.
5. Press • or • to highlight 6. Press • to display 10. Press MENU Sub Menu. recording the sub menu. time. 11. Press MENU Tally ON Interval Timer OFF R_iTrn_'i ): i,,_:ii :i_! JLIP ID NO. to select a to exit the menu. and the amount of recording time appear in the viewfinder on the LCD monitor. or _ 07 "IllI 14S PAUSE 7. Press • or • to highlight Rec Time. 8. Press • to start Rec Time flashing. 12. Press the thumb trigger to start 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 formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. FULL A UTO/ PRESET Switch • Button Button MENU Button FADE/ WIPE C_ • To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Place the POWER CAMERA. Button switch in The power indicator will light. 2. Place FULL AUTO/PRESET switch PRESET. 3. Make sure the recording to SP.
6. Press • to display 13. If necessary, adjust the exposure control, focus, and stabilizer before the Sub Menu. step 14. Tally ON lntervalTimer OFF Rec _me 14.Press 15S OFF JLIP ID NO. 1/4S 07 30S 112S 1s lmin MENU the amount to exit the menu. of recording ,_ and time, and and the amount of interval time appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 5min ® 5min ,t= 1/4S 5S , OFF OFF PAUSE 7. Press • or • to highlight 8. Press • to start Rec Time flashing. 9.
Fading or Wiping In and Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you use the fade or wipe features. The picture gradually appears on a black or blue screen and disappears leaving a black or blue screen. The speed of the fade or wipe is automatically controlled by the camcorder. FULL AUTO/ PRESET Switch • Button \ Button FADE/WIPE Indicator _-] Buttc • Menu Button Function Black Fader Fades in or out on a black screen.
To Fade or Wipe 1. Place the POWER CAMERA. • FULL AUTO/PRESET PRESET switch in The power indicator will light. Press the FADE/WIPE 2. Place FULL A UTO/PRESET FULL AUTO • FULL switch in display the fade/wipe AUTO/PRESET Switch [] appears in the viewfinder the LCD monitor. 1 2 3 4 5 fade [] [] [] [] IT] Black Fader Blue Fader Mosaic Fader Shutter Wipe Slide Wipe FADE/WIPE or wipe Note: fade/wipe viewfinder [] 4.Press Off Fade When from the in two seconds.
Production You Effects can add a professional production effects while touch to your recordings when you use some of the recording. FI witch Indicator Function Menu Cinema The camcorder bottom effect. records black bars at the top and of the picture to produce the wide-screen This is also known as "letter box" recording. Use when you play back your recordings TV. *j Sepia Gives your recording a brownish tint like old photos. Combine with cinema mode for a classic look.
To Use a Production 1. Place the POWER CAMERA. Effect switch The power in indicator OFF : 1 Q 2 Gi 3 *.,) 4 ._ 5 € will light. 2. Place FULL A UTO/PRESET FULL AUTO or PRESET. • FULL FULL AUTO/PRESET switch Switch in in AUTO Press the PROG.AE/EFFECT button Press PROG.AE/EFFECT to highlight the effect you want to select. . to turn the Cinema mode on or off. O appears in the viewfinder the LCD monitor.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement. To Attach the Shoulder Strap If the strap keeper is over a double section . 4. Attach the other end of the strap to the other shoulder strap attachment ring. of the strap, slide the strap keeper off the end of the strap.
Write down your camcorder's serial number and keep it separate from the camcorder when traveling. If your camcorder lost or stolen, identify is you will be able to it. Use extra care to avoid damage your camcorder when operating and accessories them at a beach or pool. Spray, sand, and dust should be avoided. If your lens has been exposed to the elements, clean it only with proper lens cleaning • Make sure you have any plug adapters that you may need before taking your camcorder to other countries.
Playback Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder You can view tapes in color using the LCD monitor or black-and-white the viewfinder. You can hear the sound from the tapes on the built-in using speaker when you use the monitor. BRIGHT SPEAKER VOLUME Control Eyepiece Focus Control Control Viewfinder PUSH/OPEN Button PUSH Button Use the LCD Monitor To Play Back a Tape Attach . a power • Make sure the monitor is open at least 60 °. The viewfinder will be supply.
Playback Features Button Button Button on POWER Switch in VCR Visual Tape Positioning Searching • During playback, press and release FF or REW if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse. • Press PLA Y/PA USE on the camcorder to return to normal playback. Place POWER STOP. switch in VCR and press • Press REW or FF to rewind forward or fast- the tape. • Press STOP to stop the tape. • For brief searching, press and hold FF or REW for more than two seconds.
!, Playback Features (Continued) COUNTER R/M (Reset/Memory) Button • _i _. _... STOP Button ,,G , %'. _d ,/ POWER Switch in VCR 'l Thumb Trigger ,.i Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When memory stop is on, the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast forward when the time counter reaches M 0.'00:00. To Use the Memory-Stop 1.
'rL i" Playback Features (Continued) ".:'i \" Buttons -Z._ _ • i:u* , ,,I, rt" i:i, Tracking During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press either TRACKING button to move the streaks up or down and out of the picture. ,, During one of reduce up and stop-action playback, pressing the TRACKING buttons may picture "jitter" (picture bouncing down). Some "jitter" is normal. Simultaneously Note: The TRACKING effect on tapes recorded or VCRs.
Playback on TV (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) IN Jacks with AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you will need an optional audio/video cable such as VH83 shown on page 78. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV. Back of Mono VCR or TV Monitor (_White Audio Plug Audio/Video Output Cable (Optional) © A UDIO Jack \ Yellow Video Plug °'°°'-°°,°..
Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to • If noise bars appear on the screen, adjust tracking as described on page 71. the video input channel. B. Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the line, video, or camera mode. (If your VCR does not have a line, video, or camera mode, consult the VCR owner's manual.
Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video To connect your camcorder to a TV without Inputs audio/video inputs, you will need an optional 1CVA147C RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on page 78. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 72-73.
Playback Operation 1. Set the CH3/CH4 output adapter switch on the RF to channel 5. Press PLA Y/PA USE on the camcorder. 3 or 4. • During playback, features described 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. VCR/TV Place POWER in VCR. . indicator switch • If noise bars appear on the screen, adjust tracking as described on page 71. in . Press STOP on the camcorder when you are finished.
We invite you to take and adding to the fun following pages have memorable moments a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity of using your compact VHS camcorder. The a selection of accessories to help make your look and sound even better. These accessories are designed to make the process watching your videos more enjoyable. To order accessories, contact of recording and your local Dealer.
Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV800C Description Part No. Price Super Lightweight Tripod Soft Camcorder Case AC088 AC201A AH25 CPS91 $ 39.95 $ 39.95 $ 2.95 $ 59.95 DCC08 FBI20 FB 1260 VH54 VH82 $ 89.95 $ 89.95 $ 49.95 $ 2.95 $ 6.95 VH83 VH90 ICVAI47C !$ 5.95 ,$ 7.95 $ 59.95 218858 236689 $ 12.95 $ 96.45 233087 $ 27.80 237583 $ 71.
Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT IMPORTANT: CARD Copy complete account number from your VISA card I-TS-I-IIII /, VISA II-TS-II III ;.i€', My card expires: _ IMPORTANT: .L Copy complete account number from your MasterCard ,, 2 _-5--_-Y-_F]-FY-]lllll Copy Number above your name on MasterCard IMPORTANT: 11111 :i My.car_ I-I"-lFT] expires: Copy complete account number from your Discover Card .
To order accessories, If a dealer is not nearby, telephone or direct-by-mail. contact your local Dealer. you can also follow the directions United States and Canada below to order by Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM (EST) Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM (EST) Saturday. Use this number this order form.
i: Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's i_ exterior, remove any power source connected to the camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth• k Caution: Use of strong cleaning products, such as those containing alcohol or benzine, may damage : the camcorder. Cleaning the Camcorder's Lens ...... : ......... : :::.
Proper Care and Storage • Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's recording/playback • Always monitor heads and cassettes. close the lens cover when the camcorder and LCD is not in use. Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish. Things to Avoid _:'_'_ ........ parts inside.
Troubles sometimesare causedby simple "faults" that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basicremedies. Before you call or take your camcorderto an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you areexperiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustmentslisted for that trouble. If service should be necessary,the warranty information lists what your warranty covers and explains how to get service.
Tape stops during rewind or fast forward Camcorder remains Time-counter memory may be on. Whenever an "M" appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder will stop rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter M 0:00:00. Press REW or FF again to continue reads rewinding or fast forwarding, or press COUNTkTR turn off the memory-stop feature. R/M to • Press PLAY/PA USE to return to normal playback.
'3! i'.i ;+" ,5: ,Colors do not look natural • Try adjusting white balance. See pages 34-35. on recording Picture recorded with special effect • Program effect may be selected. to turn off the special effect. Press PROG.AE/EFFECT See pages 62-63. 2 Picture recorded in brown tone Sepia ([-_] ) selected with PROG.AE/EFFECT. PROG.AE/EFFECT to turn off Sepia. Picture recorded with black bars at Camcorder is set to the Cinema PROG.AE/EFFECT Press See page 62-63. mode.
i' Back of LCD monitor is hot ° Light used for monitor causes it to get hot. Close the monitor or turn off the unit to cool the monitor down. i; Bright spots appear on monitor or areas • Due to high-precision technology, black spots or bright spots may appear on LCD monitor. These are not recorded on the of color are not clear tape. • Pressing blurring. on the surface or edge of the monitor may cause Error number Try disconnecting (EO1, E02, etc.) connect power source again.
?,!, i) Tripod Mount One 1/4" x 20 Threaded Hole General Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: LCD Monitor off, Viewfinder on: 5.7 watts Video Recorder Section Format: VHS-C 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 Section Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager Lens: F1.2, (f = 4.1-57.
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 telephone number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. Many can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, a replacement unit can be shipped to you. Please have your camcorder model/serial number and date of purchase ready when you call.
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 units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.) What we will do: During the initial 90 days • Exchange your camcorder with a new or refurbished unit, or repair your camcorder. The option will be ours. There will be no cost to you.
to us. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment: • Evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to verify your unit's warranty eligibility. • A brief note describing your camcorder' s problem. • Your name, address, and phone number.
-. _ o. + • and- • Buttons ............... 11,20-21,33,40-47,49,52-59 Accessories, Included ...................... 3 Accessories, Optional ................... 76-81 Accessory, Order Form ................. 79-81 Adapter/Charger, Using .................. 4,12 Animation Indicators ................... 28,57 Animation Recording ................... 56-57 Assistance ................. 1,3,89,Back Cover Audio/Video Cable (Optional) ............ 72,78 A UDIOAZlDEO Jacks ................... 10,72 Auto Focus .......
Optical Zooming ......................... 39 Optional Accessories ................... 76-81 Order Form, Accessory ................. 79-81 PA USE Indicator ............. 5,8, 21,26,32,33 Pause, Stop-Action ....................... 69 PLA Y/PA USE Button ............ 8,11,69,73,75 Playback ............................. 66-75 Playback Features ..................... 69-71 Playback on a TV With AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ............................. 72-73 Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs ...................
Need Assistance? We want to help! U.S. Consumers: Customer Service • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Accessories Canadian contact 800-338-0376 Consumers: English French If your camcorder 800-336-1900 • • • •e • • • ee • • • needs service, your dealer • • • • • • • • •e • • ee • • • • ee • ee • • • • • • • •e • • • • • 800-522-0338 800-522-0445 please or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages.
