RCA CC9381 User Manual Download

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Page 1: ...Digital Camcorder User s G ide Changing Entertainment ...

Page 2: ...a fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the manufacturer for this product Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury I AUTION If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced obtain the same type of adapter from an RCA dealer FCC Regulations state that unaut...

Page 3: ...D Monitor or Viewfinder to See What s Recording 16 Start Recording 17 Play Your Taped Recording 18 View Your Still Pictures 18 Turn off the Camcorder 18 Powering the Camcorder 19 Attaching the Battery to the Camcorder 19 Removing the Battery from the Camcorder 19 Charging the Battery 20 Battery Level Icon 21 Using the Power Supply 22 Battery Care and Storage 22 Using the Shoulder Strap 24 Attachin...

Page 4: ...MERA Mode Recording on a Memory Card 48 Full Auto Mode 49 Journalistic Shooting 49 Self Recording 49 Quick Return 50 Edit Search 51 Gamma Brightness 52 Select the Audio Mode 53 Zooming 54 Using the Zoom Buttons W and T 54 Optical Zooming 54 Digital Zoom 55 Macro Zooming 55 Digital Image Stabilization DIS 56 Fading Scenes 57 Video Light Optional 58 Multiple Strobe Recording 60 Still Recording on Ta...

Page 5: ... a TV or VCR with Audio Video and or S VIDEO Input Jacks 78 Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio Video S Video input Jacks 79 Dubbing to a VCR 79 Chapter 5 Advanced Features Using Mode and Menu Screens For Advanced Adjustments 82 Mode and Menu Screen Definitions 83 Advanced Features 92 Night Mode 92 Program AE 93 White Balance Adjustment 94 Exposure Control 95 Shutter Speed Control 96 Auto and Manua...

Page 6: ...OM 127 Attaching the External Card Reader to Your Computer 128 Downloading Still images to Your Computer 130 Changing the JPEG Default 132 Connecting to a Computer Using an Optional DV Cable 133 Chapter 8 Other Information Troubleshooting 136 Final Notes 140 Care and Cleaning 147 After Using the Camcorder 147 Cleaning the Camcorder 147 Dirty Video Heads 148 Proper Care and Storage 149 Tape Care an...

Page 7: ...Chapter Overview Parts Checklist Buttons and Controls Getting Started Powering the Camcorder Using the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Lens Hood Setting the Date and Time Setting the Tape Recording Speed Changing Entertainment Again ...

Page 8: ...pe Power connector Audio Video Shoulder strap lithium cell Part 254335 S video cable Part 254338 Part 254336 Lens hood Lens Cap Zoom microphone Part 254415 Part 254233 Part 254414 Imaging software and driver CD ROMs 2 16MB MultiMediaCard Part 254416 Card Reader Writer Part 254417 Ferrite Cores Caution Only use the power supply provided with this unit Using other power supplies may damage the unit ...

Page 9: ...ch Terminal UNLOCK buHon REC START STOP bu_on Hand strap Audio Video S Video and DV jacks DUAL TAPE CARD switch POWER CAMERA OFF PLAY switch Zoom W T and Volume buttons VOL shoe Manual focus ring CONTROL dial Microphone FOCUS switch AUTO MANU PUSH AUTO PHONES jack Chapter _ 7 ...

Page 10: ...O switch Viewfinder MENU DISPLAY button control focus Card slot cover Lithium battery holder card slot cover Navigation buttons loop OPEN release button Card slot CARD OPEN button TAPE OPEN switch Tripod Camcorder Bottom View 8 Chap e_ ...

Page 11: ...h the POWER CAMERA PLAY OFF switch tells the camcorder what you want it to do DSC MODE switch in rAPE and POWER switch in CAMERA Use to record moving video and still images on a tape DSC MODE switch in DUAL and POWER switch in CAMERA Use this mode to record both moving vide and still images on the tape and still digital pictures on the memo W card DSC MODE switch in CARD and POWER switch in CAMERA...

Page 12: ... use the navigation buttons To adjust the menu settings with the CON ROL dial f Ilow tile rules below This method lets you adjust settings using only the viewfinder 1 Rotate the CONTROL dial to highlight the desired item 2 Press the CONTROL dial in to select the highlighted item VOL buttons PHONES jack Open the jack cover and connect stereo earphones with a 3 5 mm plug to the PHONES jack Using Opt...

Page 13: ...ar_ missing or app_ ar damaged contact your ch al_ r imm_ diately Remoxe the plastic film that coxers the f_ont and side Iogos on the camcorder Jse your fingernail not anything sharp to remove Save all packing materials and box in case the camcorder exer needs to be shipped or stored Adjust the Hand Strap 1 Lift the flap on the hand strap and s_ parate the Velcro strip 2 Insert your hand so your f...

Page 14: ...th t to pow_ r the camcordor POWER switch Power connector DC OUT jack Power cord 1 Place the POWER switch to th__OFF position 2 Pull out the vi_wt in r comph t_ ty and lift up 3 Align the refi rence mark on the power connector with the mark on the camcorder Hold the top of the power connector flush against the camcorder and press the bottom of the power connector in and slide it down until it lock...

Page 15: ...card into the slot 4 Close the card slot cover Remove a Card 1 P_ rform steps 1 and 2 above 2 Press the center of the card edge in to release the card 3 Pull the card straight out of the slot Caution Do not remove the card from the camcorder while data is being recorded on the card This may result in deletion of images or damage to the card SD Memory and MultiMediaCards SD memo W cards and MultiMe...

Page 16: ...and Set to Full Auto Mode 1 Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to the CAMERA position The camcorder enters the record stand by mode Note The camcorder automatically turns off to save battery power if you leave it in record standby mode for more than five minutes To turn it back on set the POWER switch to OFF Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA 2 Set the EASY ...

Page 17: ...s opening Be careful not to touch the inside of the cassette holder as you may hurt yourself 4 Fully insert a Mini I V tape with the tape window facing up and the Erase Protection tab facing out Note Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some tapes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape 5 Gently p...

Page 18: ...recorded image on the tape When the monitor is open the viewfinder automatically turns of_ When the monitor is closed the viewfinder automatically turns on If the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135_and 180 when in one of the CAMERA modes both the monitor and viewfinder are on Viewfinder Eyepiece focus control on bottom of viewfinder Using the Viewfinder 1 Remove the h ns cap 2 Close t...

Page 19: ...ecord video on tape or a still picture on the memol T card Record Video on the Tape Press and release the REC STAR IVSTOP button to start and stop recording on the tape RIX appears in tim viewfinder or LCI monitor while the camcorder is recording but wont be recorded on the tape When you are not recording the camcorder enters the record pause mode and I AUSP2 appears in the viewfinder or on the LC...

Page 20: ...ack if the LCD monitor is open or closed To adjust the volume use the Zoom W T buttons also labeled VOL More inf ormaton about using the LCI monitor and viewfinder can be found o_ pa_es 3234 View Your Still Pictures 1 Set th_ _ I SC MOI E switch to CARI 2 Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to the PLAY position 3 If d_ image you warn to se_ does not app_ m on the monitor press _1 or ...

Page 21: ...l it locks into place Cautions Always stop recording or playback and place POWER switch in OFF before attaching or removing the batteo_ Removing the battery while the camcorder is recording or playing back may cause damage to the tape or card Remove the battery if the camcorder will not be used for a long period of time Use only the recommended batteries for this camcorde_ Use of other batteries m...

Page 22: ...s 4 The CHARGE indicator will turn off when the battery is fully charged I nplug the power supply from the AC outlet 5 Slide the battery pack out of file adapter charger and renlove it Notes if a protective cap is on the battery remove it before use or charging Charge the battery in temperatures between 50 and 90 Fahrenheit 10_35 Celsius Charging times are based on a fully discharged battery and v...

Page 23: ... Battery Level Icon The batte W level icon appears in the viewfinder or LCI monitor and shows the amount of power lel_ in the rechargeable battery While using the LCD monitor press the MENUiI ISPLAY button to display the icon When the battery power becomes ve W low a warning indicator will appear Replace the batte D pack Notes The battery level icon is not recorded on the tape The remaining batter...

Page 24: ...nals Do not attempt to disassembh or modif_y the barrel here are no user_serviceable parts inside se the batte_ T only with specified adapter chargers and camcorders Throwing the battel T into a fire or exposing it to excessive heat over 149F 65C could be hazardous Using the Power Supply h_ power supply attaches to the c tmcorder and h ts you power it directly from standard household power The pow...

Page 25: ... the power supply provided with this unit Using other power supplies may damage the unit Removing the Power Supply 1 Mal __ sure the POWER switch is set to OFF 2 Pull tt_ _ vit wfindt r all tht way out and lift it up 3 Pwss and hold tt_ I NLOCK button in the ciirection of the arrow and wmow the po_ ver conn _ctor Caution Always stop recording or playback and place POWER switch in OFF before attach...

Page 26: ... the shoulder strap you should close the LCD monitor and rotate the viewfinder down and slide it in This helps prevent possible damage to the monitor or viewfinder from bumping against your body as you move Make sure the shoulder strap is firmly attached before using it to carry the camcorder Attaching the Lens Hood When recording outdoors on a sunny day or in a location with bright lighting attac...

Page 27: ... date and time after inserting a lithium cell Not setting the date and time causes extra wear on the lithium cell Replace the cell with a new CR2025 lithium cell when the time display starts to fall behind the correct time Important Lithium cell battery Replace only with 3 volt lithium cell such as CR2025 Use of other cell presents a risk of fire or explosion Must be disposed of properly Never han...

Page 28: ...i 12H 24R 12 00AN RETURN i 1 I ISETI I 3 4 5 6 Press the MENI iI ISPLAY button repeatedly to display the menu screen Press or to select D and then press g Z to display the dZOCK SI II menu Note If fBe date and time have been set the MANUAL SET menu appears Press or to select ARt_ and then press _I T Press or until your area appears fi r example 20 NEW YORK if you live in New York and then press SE...

Page 29: ...2 1 24 t_ and then press M 2T 2 Press or to select 24EI and then press 3 Press the MENU I ISPLAY button repeatedly to tklrI off tile menu screen Notes The date and time are recorded on the tape or card Press the MENU DISPLAY button to turn the time display on or of_ The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within five minutes Chapter _ 27 ...

Page 30: ...RA 2 Press the LCD iiaonitor OPEN button and open the LCD monitor 3 Press the MENI 7I ISPLAY button repeatedly to display the menu screen 4 Press or to select D and then press UI to display the CZOCK I_Tmenu 5 Press or to select l _7_7 A_7_ and then press SET 6 Press or to select ONand titan press SEZ The tilzae autolz_atically changes to daylight savings time The daylight savings indicator appear...

Page 31: ...ess or to select I A It _ DA7I J JIMPJ or ObT and press SEE Select AT alto display and record the dato Select DA7E 77ME to display and record the date and time Select Obl to turn off the date and time display It will not be recorded Press the MENUiI ISPLAY button repeatedly until the menu screen turns off The date or date and time are displayed Notes Before recording make sure that the date and ti...

Page 32: ...the I SC MODE switch to the DIAL or TAPE position 2 Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA 3 Press the LCI monitor OPEN button and open the LCI monitor 4 Press the MEN1 iI ISPLAY button repeatedly to display the menu screen 5 Press or to select r91 and then press SET 6 Press or to select 72iPk _ IVilz7 and then press SI_T 7 Press or to select LPand then press g i7 Notes To rec...

Page 33: ...Monitors Chapter Overview Seeing What You Are Recording Selecting a User Mode Using the Menu Screens On Screen Icons Changing Entertainment Again Gra hics contained u ith l this publication arejbr r_q r_e_ltatio_l onli 31 ...

Page 34: ...2 monitor up o _x2corcL Cautions Never force the LCD monitor to rotate completely around This could damage both the monitor and or the camcorder When carrying the unit with the shoulder strap close the monitor to prevent possible damage to it When the LCD COLOR menu item is adjusted the picture on the LCD monitor may differ from the picture actually recorded Do not change the color setting unless ...

Page 35: ...make the LCD monitor hard to see Use the viewfinder instead I ISETI I Adjusting the Screen Backlight 1 Op ql th monitor and r l _at dly press th MENI I ISPLAY button to display thv mvnu screen 2 3 Press or to select LeD and press S S to display the LCl _Y SETrmenu Press or to select BACKLIGHTand press SP 7 4 Press or to select A 7_ NORMAL or BRI H7 and press SET AUTO The camcorder automatically sw...

Page 36: ...fJnder and push it in comph tely LCD monitor Cautions Eyepiece focus control Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder f r your vision If you wear eyeglasses you probably can operate the camcorder without them It is easiest to set the correct fl cus by focusing on one of the viewfinder s on screen displays Look through the viewfinder and adjust the ...

Page 37: ...se menus let you adjust all of the camcorder functions except the manual settings Set the switch to EASY to display a menu with only basic recording functk ns Set the switch to MANI AL to adiust all settings including the manual settings for fi cus shutter speeds and exposure 4 The indicator for the mode you select is displayed Notes The EASYIMANUAL AUTO switch has no function during playback All ...

Page 38: ...ay the fi atures of the selected menu 3 4 5 Press or to select the desired menu item and press SET he available settings f r the selected menu item are displayed Press or to select the desired menu setting and press glxT_ The selected menu setting is set lb adjust another menu item press or to select RI TUI_ and press 5l_7 until the camco_ler returns _ the status in step 3 or 4 and repeat the proc...

Page 39: ...m for example is set to DATE TIME in TAPE PLAY mode it will be automatically set to DATE TIME in other modes The menu items are displayed in yellow when the corresponding functions are selected The menu items are displayed in gray when the corresponding functions cannot be selected The CONTROL dial can also be used to operate the menu screens Rotate the dial to select an item and press it in to se...

Page 40: ...AMMAI I ICANCEL NEMORY CARD Card Only Menu Icons Warning Icons Displayed for Three Seconds BATTERYIS TOO LOW INSERT A CASSETTE Displayed After Three Seconds Description of Warning hadicatcs that the battel T is almost d_ pl_ tcd R_ plac_ it with a fully charged I att_ W pack No video cassette in camcorder Insert a cassette EJECT THE CASSETTE EJECT THE CASSETTE Appears if the xideo cassette is defl...

Page 41: ...ERA modes or if one of tim manual screens is displayed k check the type of warning rotate tim monitor back to within 135 or press the MENUiI ISPLAY button to turn off the manual Flashes when the MultiMediaCard is not inserted correctly Check card insertion Description of Warning MEMORY CARD FULL NO DATA ON MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT MEMORY CARD MEMORY CARD PROTECTED DATA PROTECTED Appear...

Page 42: ...nnot read any data Replace the card Card Playback Status Displays CARD Indicates a card is inserted 6 7 Current image number total number of images NORMAL Picture quality indicator 1280 Image size indicator resolution widlh 100 0006 Image file name _ I_ App ars vhe _ camcorder is copying still picture from card to tape I_ _ App al s when camcord r is copying a still picture from the tape R the car...

Page 43: ...g events SUNUGHT Appears when you select SI_ ZI _HTrtO record fast moving subjects with little blur DUSK Appears when yoL1 select DILS K to record scenes at twilight fireworks etc PARTY Appears when you select I_ARTYto record scenes in direct lighting such as spotlights DIS Digital Image Stabilizer Icon Tape Speed Icon Appears when you are using l igital Image Stabilizer LP Time Code Icon Tape spe...

Page 44: ...ause Appears during fast fi rward Appears during rewind Appears when timer is set Appears during self timer Indicates a MultiMediaCard is inserted or camcorder is in Card Mode Appears when Automatic Daylight Savings f_ ature is on Indicates the approximate time remaining on the tape Mi is displayed when focus is set to manual AUTO appears while the camera is in full auto mode Volume Indicator IIII...

Page 45: ...when the Night Mode fi ature is actiwm d IR LIGHT 2 or IR LIGHT 3 Gamma Indicators GAMMA1 or GAMMA2 Appears when Gamma has been manually adjusted during playback GAMMA Appears during recording when the Gamma Feature is used _ make only the subiect brighte_ m Appears during recording when the Gamma feature is used to brighten the whole picture The brighter portions may appear washed out LIGHT Appea...

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Page 47: ...Chapter 3 Recording Chapter Overview Recording Details Recording Features Recording Tips Changing Entertainment Again Grd bics co ira led u itbi_l tbis publicatio_l a_ ibr r_ reJe_ltatio_l o_1I_ 45 ...

Page 48: ...E switch to tile IAPE position 4 Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to tile CAMERA position 5 Open tile LCI monitor or adjust tile viewfinder 6 Press the Zoom W or T button to zoom in or out on your subject 7 Press and release the REC S AR IVS OP button to start recording l 2C appears in the viewfinder or LCI monitor but won t be recorded When finished recording press and release th...

Page 49: ...om in or out on your subject 8 Record video on tape or a still picture on the memol T card Record Video on the Tape Press and release the REC STAR STOI _ button to start and stop recording on the tape RI C app_ ars in the vi_ wfinch r or LCI monitor while the camcorder is recording but wont be recorded on the tape When you are not recording the camcorder enters the record pause mode and I AUSP app...

Page 50: ... FOCUS switch Viewfinder CARD CAMERA Mode Recording on a Memory Card 1 Insert th__suppli_ d MultiMediaCard 2 Set the EASY MANUAL AUTO switch to AUTO 3 Set the FOCUS switch It AU 1 O 4 Set the I SC MODE switch to CARD 5 Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to CAMERA 6 Open tile LCD monitor or adjust tile viewfinder 7 Press the STILL button to record a still image of the subject 8 When ...

Page 51: ...mcorder in the full auto mode will cancel all of the settings you may have adjusted in the MANUAL screen Set the FOCUS switch to AU O to have the camcorder automatically focus for you Journalistic Shooting In some situations diffi rent shooting angles may provide more dramatic resuhs Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCI monitor in the most convenient direction It can rotate ...

Page 52: ... is not hightightd press or to select I_1 and then press SET to display the MANI_AL 5 x Tmenu Press or to select QK RETZ RA_ and then press SI T Press or to select S SiRTand then press 51 T SIMRCtJ flashes and the tape begins fast t rwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene 6 When tim tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene FIXISHED is displayed and the camcorder enters t...

Page 53: ... the displays arc not visible press the MENI I ISPLAY button until the on screen displays appear Press 5R H Press and hold _ folavard edit search or r_verse _ dit s_ arch In fol vard edit search the tape is played back at normal speed In reverse edit search the tape is played back at approximately 5 5 times normal speed When you locate tim point where you want to begin recording release tile II_ o...

Page 54: ...andby mode press the MEN J7 DISPLAY button to turn on displays Press AMMA to brighten the image GAMMA turns yellow on the LCI monitor Press AMMA again to brighten tim picture even more The indicator appears Notes When only GAMMA is displayed the subject becomes brighter while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected When is displayed the brighter portions of the image get whited out S...

Page 55: ...witch to CAMERA 2 Pr ss th MENI iI ISPLAY button rep _at dly to clisplay the m qm scr en 3 Pr_ ss or to sN_ ct _ and pr_ ss SE _ 4 Pr_ ss or to select A UD O MODE and press 5 Press or to sdect 16bit and then press _1 7 16bit is displayed on the monitor 6 Press the MENUiI ISPLAY button repeatedly until the menu screen R rns off To Return to 12Bit Mode Select 12bit and press q TJn s p 5 above Note W...

Page 56: ...ndby mode and adjust the image using manual focus see page 98 Once the focus is set zoom the camcorder in or out while recording The zoom level icon moves during zoom Once it reaches the end of the zoom icon bar all magnification from that point is through digital processing During digital zoom the quality of the image may suffe_ Optical Zooming You can zoom in and out for close_up or with mgl_ sh...

Page 57: ...oom off Select 40to have 10 40 times digital zoom Select 4 X to have 10 400 times digital zoom 6 Press the MENI iI ISPLAY button repeatedly until the menu screen turns off 7 Press the Zoom W or T button to zoom The zoom indicator appears in the display Macro Zooming Macro zooming allows you to take close up shots of small obj ors To r_ cord a magnifi_ d imag_ that is within approximat_ Iy f iv_ f ...

Page 58: ...I ISPLAY button repeatedly to display the menu screen 3 Press or to select I_ and press SE7_ 4 Press or to select DIS and press SE7_ 5 Press or to select Ot 7 or ON and press SI_I Select OFt to turn Digital Image Stabilization off Select ONto turn digital image stabilization on The DIS indicator _ appears on the screen Press the MENU I ISPLAY button repeatedly until the menu screen turns off Notes...

Page 59: ...SC MODE switch to IAPE 3 4 5 Press t_DI Press the REC S_l kR i_FOP button to begin recording The picture will turn white and begin _ _Lde in Press tt_e REC S IAR STOP button to stop recording The image and sound will _de out gradually as the image turns white The camcorder will then return to the Record Pause mode Cancel Fade Pruss FAI I_ again The Fade mode is automatically cancelled after you ha...

Page 60: ...ttery powe_ Even if the battery level indicator does not indicate a low battery the camcorder may turn off automatically if the video light is turned on when you start a recording or when you turn on the video light When the Light switch is set to AUTO the light may keep turning on and off depending on the lighting conditions If this happens set the Light switch to ON or OFF A Cautions Never opera...

Page 61: ...e vide light s bulb will eventually have to be replaced If the bulb burns out replace it only with replacement part 253403 For more information about bulb replacement contact the nearest RCA service center or authorized dealer 1 2 3 _Zait at least 30 minutes after using the video light f r it to cool and remove the flont cover as s 5own Grasp the tip of the bulb and pull it straight out of the ref...

Page 62: ...o IAI E 3 l_2 p a edly pr ss the MENU DISPLAY bu on to display the m nu scr en 4 Pr ss or to s h ct rgl and pr ss SET 5 6 Press or o select d OTO 5 _ APand press 5 1 2_ Press or o select 5z_ AP or ST I L and press ST_T Select SNAP o record a multi frame picRire for six seconds Select S2 LL to record a multi fiame picture until you press the REC S ART STOP bu on o stop recording 7 Press or to selec...

Page 63: ...lm STILL button during recording to record a Multi Strobe picture on your tape If S7ILL is selected press the REC SI _ R IVSTOP button to stop recording the picture Multi Strobe 16 Frame Recording To Cancel the Multi Frame Picture In PlIO7_ M OTmod pr ss th S ILL button while the camcorder is in the Record Pause mode In 77lL mode press the STILL button Notes Multiple strobe recording can also be u...

Page 64: ... 1S FRAMES _ RETUB_ I ISETI I 2 Repeatedly press the MENU DISPLAY button to display the menu screen 3 Press or o select r91 ancl press _ 7_ 4 Press or o select t HOTO SNAP and press SI_I7 5 Press or o select YAP or ST1LL and press SI_I7 6 Select SNAI to record a still picture f r six seconds Select SJHZIo record a still picture until you press the REC S IARTiSTOP button o stop recording Press or o...

Page 65: ...seconds You can also press the STILL bu on during recording to record a still picture on your tape If PHOTO S tOTis selec ed the sound and visual eff_ ctof the camera shutter is turned of f be camcorder returns to record pause mode aiker recording the still picture f _r six seconds If S77LL mode is selec _ d press the REC SI_ R I7 STOP bu on o slop recording the pic ure Note To turn off the shutte...

Page 66: ... 3 Press or to select ETC and press SIFT 4 Press or to select 71 71 C01 and press 7 TCO 00 10 _2_ T T TFramenumber Second Minute Hour Displayed during still playback REMOTE SOUND p fc S VtOEO h_ ON _ RETURN iiiiiii_ I ISETI I 5 6 Press or to select DIS _ OiV or Z ISI 0t 7 and press SET_ The Time Code indicator appears on the display when you select l lSl_ OA_ Press the MENUiI ISPLAY button repeate...

Page 67: ... or VCR OR Use the S Video out for video out for an S Video connection Open the jack cover on the camcorder and connect the other end of the cable _ the AV S jack on the calTtcorder Note Hold in the catches on the side of the plug and pull it out to remove it from the camcorde_ Do not pull on the cable without holding in the catches Turn On the S Video Input If you have connected your camcorder us...

Page 68: ...he viewfinder or LCI monitor to make sure the camcorder is level while recording so that your scene isn t tilted Do not bump or tap the camcorder s microphone while recording as this sound will be recorded Include close ups of individuals when taping fJmily outings or group functions Fading in and out of scenes makes your videos appear more profi ssional Learn to use the special effi cts to add va...

Page 69: ...r 4 Playback Chapter Overview Playback Options Playback Features Dubbing Connection to a TV or VCR Changing Entertainment Again Grd bics cotltaitled u itbi_l tbis publicatiotl a_ _Jr r_ reJetltatio_l o_1I_ 67 ...

Page 70: ...Monitor 1 Insert a tap 2 Op_ql the LCI monitor 3 Set the I SC MOI E switch to the I kPE position 4 Pr_ ss in the Lock button and s_ t the POWEF switch to the PLAY position 5 Us_ th__ monitor navigation buttons Press the _ or _ bu_ n _ rewind or _Lst forward the tap_ _ Pl _SS Ib ll to b gin playback 6 Press when finished playing the tape Tips The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder wit...

Page 71: ...ith the screen facing in No sound is available during viewfinder playback To operate the playback functions rotate the CONTROL dial to select the desired on screen bu_ n or operation and press the CONTROL dial in CONTROL dial Playback Features I I Still Playback Sti I playback pauses the tap_ _ freezing a single fl am_ _ 1 Press I_ 11 during playback to fi _ ez the imag_ 2 To resume normal playbac...

Page 72: ...yback GammJ improvus the t_p_ pl ac k pic tur_ _y increasing the brightness of the subject while not affl cting the brigbt_ r portions 1 I uring playback press the MENUiI ISPLAY button to Wrn on tl e displays 2 Press AMMA once The picture brightens and AMMA l appears in the disp ay 3 Press AMMA again for an even brighter picture AMMA2 appears in the display Cancel Gamma Playback Pr_ ss _AMMA until...

Page 73: ...ss or to select 9 t RAMES 94hame picture or 16 t RAJ IES 16 flame picture and press 5 E7 Press the MENUiI ISPLAY button repeatedly until the menu screen turns off 7 8 Playback the tape t om a point eft re the part you want to play back in Multi Strobe Press the STILL button at the point you want to start Multi Strobe playback A multi frame picture of tlm image is displayed Notes If a memory card i...

Page 74: ...ture effi ct you want and then press SET Select Cqgt fi r normal playback Select B Wto have tile picture displayed in black and white 6 Select SkT_IA to display the picture with a brownish tint like old pho_ s Select SOLARIto display the picture with enhanced contrast creating a unique artistic image Select EGAto display the picture with tile blacks and whites of the image reversed and the colors ...

Page 75: ...nd a card in the cal3_Col d_l 2 3 4 5 Set tile I SC MOI E switch to tile PE position Press in the Lock button and set the POWER switch to tile PLAY position Press _ It tO start playback and then press the STILL button at the point where the desired image appears The Dubbing screen automatically appears To cancel dubbing press _IY 7_ L Press RI_ C to dub the still image to tile card be U I indicato...

Page 76: ...Normal Recording Mode 12 Bit Audio Recording The audio is rocord_ d in st_ r_ o on Audio 1 Audio 1 Stereo left and right sound Audio 2 No audio 16 Bit Audio Recording Tbu audio is rocord_ d in st_ r_ o with the l_ ft and right sound on two s_ parate chann_qs Audio 1 Left sound Audio 2 Right sound In Audio Dubbing Mode 12 Bit Audio Recording llb dubb_ d audio is n corded on Audio 2 Audio 1 Original...

Page 77: ...I To quit audio dubbing press CANCI Z he AI DIO l l_B screen turns off and playback stops To Change Dubbed Audio or Dub Additional Scenes 1 Press A C I L to turn off the A I I IO I UB screen 2 Repeat steps 1 to 5 above Notes It is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorde_ Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio q...

Page 78: ...a Mini I V cassette with dubb_ d audio 2 Press the MENI iI ISPLAY button repeatedly to display the _ _enu screen 3 Press or to select i _ l and then press SI Z 4 Press or to select AUDIO and then press SET 5 Press or to select the desired audio playback l _ode and then press SET Select l 2 A l lO l 2 l AUI IO l or 2 AUI IO 2 he Chart on the leii shows which audio is played back for that mode The a...

Page 79: ...igital camcorder 3 Pr ss th CalTtCOl d_ r It ll button to start playback 4 While watching the playback on the i_loniR s_ start the receiving calzacorder s record l _ode fiOl _ the spot on the source tape you want to begin recording It is recommended to use the power supply instead of the battery for uniform playback For digital dubbing this camcorder can be connected to only one device at a time T...

Page 80: ... to the left AUI IO IN jack on the TV or VCR Vote Some VCRs or YVs do not offer left and right audio jacks For units with one audio jack use the cable s white plug 3 Connect the red plug of the cable to the right AUI IO IN jack on the TV or VCR 4 Connect the yellow plug to the VIDEO IN iack on the TV or VCR OR Connect the S Video plug for video for an S Video connection 5 Open the jack cover on th...

Page 81: ... If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers next to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture Dubbing to a VCR 1 Following the illustration connect the camcorder and the VCR 2 Press in th_ _ Lock button JIM set the POWER switch to th_ _ PLAY position Turn on the VCRs power and insert the appropriate t_pes in the camcorder and VC...

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Page 83: ... Features Chapter Overview Using the Menus for Advanced Adjustment Menu Definitions Using the Advanced Features Changing Entertainment Again Grd bics cotlta led u itbi_l tbis publicatiotl a_ jbr r_ reJetltatio_l o_1I_ 81 ...

Page 84: ...ETto displ_y the features of the selected menu 5 Press or to select the desired menu item and press NET he available settings for the selected menu item are displayed 6 Press or to select the desired menu setting and press 5 lx7 The selected menu setting is set 7 Ik adjust another menu item press or to select I I_T N and press Sl_Tuntil the camcorder returns to the stalls in step 5 or 6 and then r...

Page 85: ... SET Menus The f tlowing menus are available when I_1 is selecmd SHUT SPEED EXPOSURE AUTO MANUAL AUTO M_NUAL Allows you select AITID or MANDAL shutter speed 3 IAN _iL allows you to adjust the shutter speed between 30 and 10000 see i_a_e _ Allows you select A _ID or IAN _IL exposure settings MANdriL allows you to adiust the exposure settings between 5 and 5 see i_a e 95L PIC EFFECT Digital picture ...

Page 86: ...or 16 frame picture Only awdlable in IAPE mode ve_ pages 60 61 DGTL The optical zoom limit is 10X When OFFis set digital ZOOM zoom is not used 40 Facto W Preset Ail _ws you to use tim Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnif_dng images zooming is possible from 10X tim optical zoom limit to a maximum of 40X digital magnificatkm 400 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By cligitally processing ...

Page 87: ...changing tonal qualifies AIYFO TELE OFF ON OFF ON OFF DIALOG REC Set to ON to record from a distance at a lecture workshop or other occasion when the speaker s w_ice may blend with ambient sounds lse this to record the speaker s voice more distinctly LCD VF SET Menus The f _tlowing menus are available when OOis selected BACKLIGHT AUTO Camcorder switches between XORMAL and BRIG I_tT depending on th...

Page 88: ...owing menus are available when TC is selec ed SOUND CHIME A chiming sound is made when any operatkm is perfbrmed BEEP Beeps sound when any operation is perfbrmed OFF All confirmation sounds are turned off and shutter sounds during PHOTOSHOTS are also turned off MEDIA ON I 2COI_ IN ID 7_IP or I 2COI_ NG 70 MIL_ IOI_Y DISP CARD appears when recording a still image OFF Media Display will not appear r...

Page 89: ...a specific si_ ati_i1 by selecting one of the scene se_ings SELF TIMER EXECUTE Ref_ r to self timer operation seepa ge 116 CAMERA SET Menus Thv folk wing l _ nus are availablv whvn r D1is selected REC NOKMAL Records il _ages with standard il _age quality MODE ECONOMY Allows you take more shots than in NORMAL moth but with a lower quality FINE Rvcords in higher quality than NORMAL but with a lower ...

Page 90: ...erformed BEEP Beeps sound when any operation is performed OFF All confirmation sounds are turned off and shutter sounds during PHOTOSHOTS are also turned off MEDIA ON RF_C I I ING 70 7711_l or RI_COI I ING 70 MIL_4ORY CARl DISP appears when recording a still image OFF The Media Display will not appear DSC MODE Switch set to TAPE POWER Switch in PLAY Mode Screens Press _ to rewind tape Press _ to s...

Page 91: ...nus are awdlable when TCis selected REMOTE ON There is a built in remote sensor for an optional remote control Set this f eaWre to ON to use an optkmal remote OFF Remote sensor is turned off _OUND CHIME A chiming sound is made when any operation is performed BEEP Beeps sound when any operation is performed OFF All confirmation sounds are turned off and shutter sounds during PHOTOSHOTS are also tur...

Page 92: ...E Play back consecutive still images recorded on a card SHOW see pa_e 122 SLIDE OFF Slide sl ow effi cts are off EFF OVERLAP A still imag_ fades out as the n_ xt still image fades in Tile two images momentarily overlap WIPE A still image is replaced with the next still image first appearing in the middle of the screen and gradually expanding o fill the screen P1C Digital picture effects allow you ...

Page 93: ...F Remote sensor is turned off SOUND CHIME A chiming sound is made when any operatkm is perf rmed DEEP Beeps sound when any operatkm is perf rmed OFF All confirmation sounds are turned off and shutter sounds during PHOTOSHOTS are also turned off LCD VFSETMenus The f tlowing menus are available when tCD is selected vam_as page 85 CLOCKSETMenus The f tlowing menus are available when D is selected sam...

Page 94: ...brighter x IGH7rMODEchanges to IRLI HT l and the camcorder emits infrared Iigbt from the translTtJtter The picture becomes monochrome Each press of tim IR LIGH button increases the IR light mode Set the IR light number higher for darker locations Infrared light transmitter VI _F IrMOI I I_ IR LIGHT l t1 tP IR LI HT3 _ _l IR LIGHTr2 Not available for recording on the card 4 When finished using Nigh...

Page 95: ...tting or turn all scene settings off repeat step 5 and select 0 7 Pr_ ss the MENU DISPLAY button r p_ atedly to remow the m_qm scr_ _ql Notes On y one mode can be engaged at a time Scene setting cannot be used with Night Mode Scene Effect Setting SPORT You can record a fast moving subj_ ct with litth motion blur Th shutter spe_ d is set to 1 500 s_ c This is _ f fi ctivc for recording tennis swing...

Page 96: ...cord Standby mode set the EASY MAN AL AUPO switch to MANUAL Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder lens Adjust the distance so that the white paper fills the screen Note It may be difficult to focus on the white paper In such a case adjust focus manually see page 98 Press the W B button to s_ t the white balance P llTl HAL flash s whih the camcorder is locking the white balanc...

Page 97: ...le setting the POWER switch to CAMERA In Record Standl_y set the EASY MAN AL AUTO switch to MAN AL Press the MENI DISPLAY button repeatedly to display the menu screen Press or to select I_1 and then press SET Press or to select I XPOSI I E and then press S1 27 Press or to select MANUAL and then press The exposure setting screen is displayed Use the CONTROL dial to select an exposure setting and th...

Page 98: ...EASY Buttons MANUAL AUTO switch 4 5 Press or to select S_tIH SPkJZI and then press _ El Press or to select MANDAL and then press S _T CONTROL dial AUTO EXPOSURE SCER ME_U QK RETUR_I _ ms RETIIRN I ISETI I 0 MANUAL SHUT SPEED 10000 30 FAOE IUaMMM ISRCH I 6 7 8 The shutter speed setting screen is displayed When recording on a tape there are 17 shutter speeds flom 30 1 30 see to IO XX I IO O00 see Wh...

Page 99: ...h to MANUAL to check the manual settings The camcorder will return to AUTO Shutter Speed mode if a scene setting is selected and then canceled afterward Manual Shutter Speed cannot be used with Night Mode Recommended Shutter Speeds 1 30 Second Use to record in a poorly illuminated location lse wtwn you want to create artistic trailing images of fas_ moving subjects 1 100 Second s_ wb n you want to...

Page 100: ...e contains small patterns or identical patterns fl_ ff are repeated When the scene is affected by light beams reflecting off water When shooting a scene with a high contrast background Manual Focus ring Power Zoom buttons FOCUS Zl J_NU _ _JSH FOCUS switch Auto Focus 1 Press in the Lock button whih setting the POWER switch to CAMERA 2 In Record Standby mode set the FOCUS switch to AUTO Manual Focus...

Page 101: ...cus FOCUS switch in MANU Cancel Manual Focus 11 Set the FOCUS switch to 2X _I Notes If the lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing isn t possible Keep the lens clean wiping it with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty If condensation occurs wipe the lens with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally When shooting a subject closer than 5 ft to the lens zoom out first When zooming in the ...

Page 102: ... 7 Select OFt f_ r normal recording Select H Wto have tile picture recorded in black and white 6 Select SI 7_ A to record the picture with a brownish tint like old pho_ s Select SOLARIto record the picture with enhanced contrast creating a unique artistic image Select EGA to record the picture with tile blacks and whites of the image reversed and the colors of the image inverted Select BLl to reco...

Page 103: ...ED RETURN O_ I ISETI I Record in Wide Mode 1 Pr_ ss in tl e Lock button wbih s_ tting t _ POWER switch to CAMERA 2 Set the I SC M I E switch to IAI E 3 Repea edly press the MENUiI ISPLAY bu on o display the menu screen 4 Press or o select r91 and press 5 iT o display the CA 4kJ_A 57 screen 5 Press or to select 16 9 and then press SET 6 Press or to select OA and tl en press S 7_ The picture is disp...

Page 104: ...m microphone one the accessory shoe in the direction of the arrow as shozl _l unfi it ocks into place 2 Turn the tightening ring clockwise in the direction of jl_ _ _lFy x V 0 S _CUY _ In _ ZOOI microphone Remove Zoom Microphone Turn the tight_ ning ring counter clockwise and s kh off fl_e microphone Cautions Make sure the microphone is securely attached to the accessory shoe Leave the windscreen ...

Page 105: ...press 3 IH Select OFFto turn tim zoom microphone off The built in microphone is turned on his allows you to record a wider range of sound than with the zoom microphone for normal recording Select AUTO to have the camcorder automatically select the optimom sound according to the magnification of the zoom lens When the zoom lens is zoomed out the built in microphone is used to record sounds As you z...

Page 106: ... ISETI I To Use Dialog Recording 1 Pr_ ssin the Lock button while s_ tting t _ POWER swflch to CAMEh A 2 3 4 Repeatedly press the MENU DISPLAYbutton to display the menu screen Press or to select _ and press _E_ rto display the AI I IO g i FMenu screen Press or to select DIALOG RIiC and press 51 1 5 Press or to select ONand press SET 6 Press the MENU DISPLAY button until the menu screen turns off T...

Page 107: ...ct _ and press S Tto display the A HI IO SET menu screen Press or to select WIND and then press SET_ 5 Press or to select the wind cut mode you want and then press 51_ T Select ONwhen the wind noise is irritating The wind noise is almost eliminated 6 Select O b to record sounds without changes in wind intensity changing tonal qualities Press the MENU DISPLAY button until the menu screen irns ofl T...

Page 108: ...m_ fi r your home tim_ _ zon_ _ have already been set xee page 26 2 Press in the Lock button while setting the POWER switch to CAMERA 3 4 Repeatedly press the MEN DISPLAY button to display the menu screen Press or to select _ and press Sl 2Tto display the CZOCK _S _Tscreen 5 Press or to select ARIM and press SET 6 Press or to select the area and time zone you are in and press SET 7 Press the MENU ...

Page 109: ...neo Bali Malaysia Philippines Singapore Taiwan 10 TOKYO lapan Korea 11 SYDNEY Australia Sydney 12 SOLOMON New Caleckmia 13 WLLNG IN Fiji New Zealand 14 SAMOA Western Samoa 15 HAWAII Hawaii Is Tahiti HST Hawaii Standard Time 16 ANCI RGE S A Alaska AS I Alaska Standard Time 17 LA S A Los Angeles San Francisco PKI Pacific Standard Time 18 DENVER S A Denver MS I Mountain Standard Time 19 CItlCAGO Mexi...

Page 110: ...ess the MENU DISPLAY button to display the menu screen Press or to select TC and press Sl 2 Press or to select 5 O _Yl and press 5 7_ Press or to select 2HIMI BkTZI or OFt_ and press SET Select CItI II to mar a chiming sound Select BIgZP to hear an electronic beeping Sound Select OFFand no confirmatkm sound including a warning sound is made Note If OFF is selected the sound effect of a camera shut...

Page 111: ... S 7_ Press or to select l 1 2_ 10 MOI I 2 and press 5 7_ Press or to select O V and press Slit The demonstration begins Note If you operate any controls the demonstration pauses If you leave it for 60 seconds or turn the power off temporarily it will resume when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA SOUND MEDIA DISP TcTIMETCODE I ISETI I Canceling Demo Mode 1 I uring the demonstration press the MENU...

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Page 113: ...r 6 Digital Still Camera Chapter Overview Recording Playback Transferring Card Data to a Computer Changing Entertainment Again Gragbics co_ltai_lecl u itbi_l tbis publicatio_l a_ ibr _ reJe_ltatio_l o_1I_ 111 ...

Page 114: ...he f l indicator flashes red while data is being recorded on the card and returns to white when recording is finished When finished recording set the POWER switch to OFE Caution Do not turn the power off or remove the card while the D indicator is flashing in step 6 This may delete or damage images on the card or damage the card Notes To remove the icons from the camcorder s display during recordi...

Page 115: ...t r D1and press _ _ Ttt display the CAMPJ A 5 ZTscreen Press or to select RI CMOIJIZ and press g _ 5 Press or to select NORMAL IZCO _iOM _or FINE and then press g Z _ The selected picture quality is displayed Select NORMAL to record approximately 48 images in 1280 x 960 or 200 images in 640 x 480 Select F_CONOMYto record approximately 92 images in 1280 x 960 or 360 images in 640 x 480 Select FlNk ...

Page 116: ...d press ETto display the CAMkTCA IH screen Press or to select IMAGE IZI and press gET 5 Press or to select 128Y xO60or 640x48 0 and press SIH_ Select 1280x960to record images in 1280 x 960 pixels hese images have better quality but require more memo W on the card Select 640x4 Oto record images in 640 x 480 pixets The selected image size indicator is displayed 6 Press the MENU DISPLAY button until ...

Page 117: ...1and press 5z Trto display the AMPJ A SETscreen 4 Press or to select GUll I 2FRM and then press 5 E7_ 5 Press or to select a GLIDE FR d and press _ 7_ The selected guide frame is displayed Select ObF to have no guide frames displayed Select dl_t Sl 7_to have a guide frame for recording a close up of a person s face Select PORTI AITto haxe a guide fiame fi r recording an upper body xiew of a person...

Page 118: ... the menu screen Press or to select _ and press S Z7 to display the MANUAL SETscreen Press or to select 5 I ZF77MI 2R and press S The Self Timer indicator appears Center the subject and press the STILL button to set the timer The Self Timer indicator flashes while the timer counts down A still image will be recorded ten seconds after you press the S LL button Self Timer indicator flashes while the...

Page 119: ...ect FORMATand press l Z 6 Press liT again to display the FORMATscreen Press El Sto format the card Press NOto cancel fi rmatting The menu screen appears when formatting ends 7 Press the MENU DISPLAY button until the menu screen turns off Notes The supplied MultiMediaCard is formatted for immediate use Use this camcorder to format a card The camcorder may not recognize the images on a card formatte...

Page 120: ...ring playback may not match the quality setting used during recording If the image you want to view does not app_ ar press _1 or b to scroll through fl_e thumbn_fil im_ges Use _ or _ to scroll through the thumbnail images and highlight them To set the image enclosed by the selection flame press PB The selected image is displayed in full scr_ _n Operations During Full Screen Display Press _1 or b t...

Page 121: ...menu screen Press or _ select f land press SET _ display the PIAYBACKSETscreen Press or to select PROJil _Trand press qlx T If the image you want to protect does not appear press 41 or _ to scroll through the thumbnail images Press _1 or _ to select and highlight it and press Sl Tto protect it he c_ indicator appears on the image when it is protected If you want to protect another image repeat ste...

Page 122: ...the I SC MODE switch to CARD 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the POWER switch to PLAY The images recorded on the card are displayed in a thuzz_bnail format 5 Repeatedly press the MENUTDISPLAY button to display the menu screen 6 Press or to select 1and press l l to display the PIAYtdA K SETscreen 7 8 9 Press or to select DI ZE IE and press SI I If the image you want to deters does not appear pr...

Page 123: ...onitor and adjust 3 Set th I SC Mr I E switch to CARD 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the POWER switch to PLAY he images recorded on tim card are displayed in a thumbnail format 5 Repeatedly press the MENUiI ISPLAY button to display the menu screen 6 Press or to select U1 and press 3ETto display the PIAYBA K NETscreen 7 Press or to select DELEJIiALL and press gET Press YkS to delete all the im...

Page 124: ...e PIAYBA K 3 l_Tmeml screen Press or to select SIJI tJ 51K I and press 5Z 7 slide show playback begins Beginning f om the image selected in sWp 1 the recorded images will be displayed in full screen one after another in order of recording Afier playing back all the images on the card once Slide Show Playback automatically stops To stop the slide show press A3 JZL Press the MENU I ISPLAY button unt...

Page 125: ... replacing it The two still images momentarily overlap Select WIPk to have tile displayed image replaced witil tile next image appearing in the middle of the screen and gradually expanding to fill tile screen Select Ot 7 to have no eft _ ct 4 WIPE Effect 4 Press or to select IJDI 2 5t O and press 5 E7_ The still image is replaced with the next still image with the selected slide show effi ct After...

Page 126: ...k the tape and locate the place on the tape where you want the image to be recorded 4 5 6 7 Set the I SC MODE switch to CARD If the image you want to copy does not appear press 1 or I_ to scroll through the thumbnail images Press PB to select the highlighted image The selected image is displayed full screen Press the REC SIARTiSTOP button he camcorder enters Record Standby he card to tape dubbing ...

Page 127: ...Chapter 7 Viewing and Downloading Chapter Overview System Requirements for PhotoStudio 2000 Loading PhotoStudio 2000 Connecting to a Computer Using an Optional DV Cable ging ...

Page 128: ...mmended Pentium based or faster microprocessor 32 MB RAM 50 MB avatable hard disk space CI ROM drive Color VGA display Macintosh _ Requirements Mac OS 8 5 or later Pov er Mac or iMac USB compatible 32 MB RAM 50 MB available hard disk space Available USB port CI ROM drive Color VGA display PhotoStudio 2000 is a registered trademark of ArcSofl Inc Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation regi...

Page 129: ... install the software DO NO install the USB DRIVER CD ROM at this time 3 Follow the instructk ns in the next section to install the USB drivers for your COITtpHtor How to Handle a CD ROM Take care not to soil or scratch the surface Do not write on or place stickers on the front or back If the CI ROM gets dirty gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward fl om the center hok using a circular motion Do...

Page 130: ...l items may differ in appearance LED Windows 2000 and Windows ME 1 Conn_ct the card r_ ad_ r to an avail_bI_ SB port of your comput_ r h_ comput_ r will autom_tic_lly d_ t_ ct the n_ w hm dwnr_ and inst_ll the n_ _ d_ d driv_ rs l h_ card r_ ad_ r will Jpp_ ar Js a I _mToz ahle Dixie icon wh n you click on _l JomI ztt_ _ 2 The card reader is now read i for use Windows 98 There are two ways to inst...

Page 131: ...elect arcb jbr the best driz _r fi r your dez ice and click Next 4 When the next screen appears asking where to search for the driver select 2 ROM driz e and Spec _ a location ype in driz er I being the Iocatkm of your CD ROM drive Click on Next 5 Windows will search fi r tile driver and display the screen showing D RIVER SI MM OZII _ FaI_er it locates tile driver Click _ extto have Windows instal...

Page 132: ...y through the Programs metal or 2 by accessing the newly assign_d drive directly Programs Menu 1 C ick tl __ Sta_ button in the lower left h_md cornier of your scre_n 2 Select Programs followed by PbotoSudio 2 X O I ouble click t hotoStudio 20 X The software launches 3 In PhotoStudio 2000 select the qle menu followed by O en 4 FinMly choose the approprk_te drive to access and open your images 5 Wh...

Page 133: ...ck a still image to automatically open it in PhotoStudio 2000 If it doesn t open you must change the software application default your computer uses to open JPEG files see Changing the JPEG Default on page 132_ Macintosh 1 I oubl_ click on the Ill titled drive icon on your desktop fi llowed by the I CIM fi kh r and the OIRCA fi lder 2 Drag all the still images you want to move to your desMop he fi...

Page 134: ...t _ _ 3 ta_ tbutton in the lower h fl land corn_q of you scr_ _ql 2 S_ h ct Programs f ollow_ d by g_ttir gs 3 Next select Foldcr ptior s and click the Fih 7_s tab Then select IPl_G 4 Click l_dit then click PhotoMudio 2000 Note There are several variations of JPEG files JPG JPEG etc so you might have to set PhotoStudio for each of them Macintosh 1 In the Apl h m_ nu highlight _ _t ol Parz ls follo...

Page 135: ...onal IEEE1394 DV cable with core filters attached 1 Make sure all units are turned off before making any connections 2 Connect one end of tile optional DV cable to your camcorder and tile tiler end to tile computer 3 Press in the Lock button on tile camcorder while setting the Power switch to PLAY playback mode The POWER indicator comes on 4 Turn on the computer open the application you want to us...

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Page 137: ...hapter 7 Other Information Chapter Overview Troubleshooting Final Notes Care and Cleaning Traveling Tips Specifications Limited Warranty FCC and Industry Canada Information Optional Accessories Index 135 ...

Page 138: ... and does not come back on by itself Camcorch r h fl in Rucord Standby moth for f iv_ minutes Turn the POWER switch OFF and then on again The battery pack has completely discharged Remove the tape and disconnect the power source Then ai_er a fi w minutes try reconnecting and turning the power back on If it still does not come on consult your nearest authorized RCA service center Feature and Functi...

Page 139: ...ight spots of light n d gl n oi blue ln_ly app at constantly on the LCI _aonitor or in the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any def_ ct of the unit The icons and the picture color on the LCD monitor are not clear This may occur wh_ n the surf ace or th _ dge of the LCI monitor is pn ssed The LCD monitor the viewfinder and the lens are dirty Wipe th_ m gcntty w...

Page 140: ...e is running but there is no playback picture on the TV The TV has not _ n set to its VIDEO input chann_ I Playback picture is blurred or interrupted I h_ vid_ o h_ ads aro dirty or worn out Consult your noarost authoriz_ d RCA ser ic_ cent_ r f _r h_ ad ch aning or replacem_qlt s_ a_c 14 83 Rewinding or fast forwarding can t be performed The tap_ is already fully wound on one r_ _q or the other T...

Page 141: ...e 139 Make sure DSC MODE switch is set to CARD or DIAL Cannot record images in 1280 x 960 Make sure I SC MODE switch is set to CARI Cannot delete an image from the card Image is protected see pa ge 1l 9 Cancel protection see page 119 Cannot format the card Make sure it is coml_atibh with this camcorder veepa_ge 13 Contact your dealer for advice Cannot record very many images on the card C h_ ck th...

Page 142: ...ing or discharging I nplugging the AC power supply s cord 6ore the AC outlet Detaching the batte W 6ore the AC adapter charger Date Time Settings l h_ dat_ itime cannot _ stored in m_ mol T if the clock c_ ll has not I _ n install_ d or n_ _ds replacing R_ plac_ clock c_ II Video Recording Wh_ n th__POWER switch is s_ t to CAMERA or PLAY and th__LCI monitor is op_ql_ d the LCI monitor switches on ...

Page 143: ...e Turn the power on before loading or unloadlaig ta_s When recording once tim cassette tape holder door is open a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a prevkmsly recorded scene will be taped over regardless of whether the tape holder came out or not Dew Formation If your camcorder is brougilt directly from a cold place to a warm place dew may condense inside your camcorden on fl_e sur_ce...

Page 144: ...th the camcorder attach the larger fl rrite core as d_scrib_d _low 1 Place the larger fl rrite core approximately 2 Scm from the plug of the earphones 2 Hold tile f rrite core and earphone cable in your left hand 3 Wind the cable around the fl rrite core once starting at tl_e bottom 0 4 Close the fl rrite core as shozz_l 5 Connect the earphone cable to the PHONES iack 142 ...

Page 145: ...Place one small fi rrite core approximately 2 5cm flom either end of the cable 0 2 Hold the fi rrite core and cable in your right hand and close the core as s 9o117l 3 Hold the other small ferrite core next to the ferrite core you have attached and close the second core as xbown 4 Connect the I V cable s plug to the I V iack of the camcorder Note Make sure to connect the end of the DV cable with t...

Page 146: ...isassemble or modify it in any way Take care not to bend it subject it to severe shock drop it or allow it to get wet Do not put the card in your pocket or tiler unprotected location as it may break due to pressure applied when you sit Do not allow tile card to get dose to fire or throw the card in a fire Do not Use or Store MultiMediaCards in the Following Environments Locations subject to electr...

Page 147: ...ondenses on the card leave the card at the prevailing temperature until the drops of moisture evaporate on their own Protect Your Image Data It is best to copy your valuable imag_ data f om tb_ card onto some other medium p q sonal computer floppy disk MO disk tc and to backup the contents Malfunction repair and so on can cause the recorded images to disappear from the card Make absolutely sure no...

Page 148: ... card in humid or dusty locations Do not use or store the card in locations exposed to corrosive gases Protecting Your Data Back Write protect switch Memo space Set the write protect switch to the locked side Set the switch to the unlocked side when you want to record or edit the card again se an oil based f_ lt tipped pen to write in the memo space I o not use a pencil or ballpoint pen as these m...

Page 149: ...e the c ver until it firmly locks into place 6 Slide the I NLOCK switch and remove the batte W pack 7 Roattad_ the lens cap Cleaning the Camcorder 1 2 Clean the exterior wiping gently with a soft cloth For heavy dirt use diluted mild soap and wring the cloth well hen wipe again with a dW cloth Open the LCI monitor and wipe it gently with a sofi dW cloth Close it when finished 3 lk clean the lens b...

Page 150: ...uthorized RCA service center or your dealer for further aclvice Using a Cleaning Tape Commercially Available Vich o head clt aning can I _ dont by using a commt rcially available clt aning tap_ Notes Excessive use of a cleaning tape may cause damage to the video heads Please read the instructions accompanying the cleaning tape carefully before using it The fast forward and rewind functions cannot ...

Page 151: ...e and power supply Retain the original carton f _r furore storage or shipping purposes Tape Care and Storage When finished with a tape rewind it remove it fiom the camcorder and lab_q it Protect th__tap__using the erase protection tab if necessary Store tapes vertically in their protective cases at nomaal room temperatures Never leave the canacorder or tapes in a car or outdoors for an extended pe...

Page 152: ... tim camcorder or power supply charger to rain or moisture If any component becomes wet turn off tile power and take tile unit to an authorized RCA camcorder service provider Do not use any power supply or batteries olher than the ones specified fi r tim camcorder sing tile wrong accessories might cause damage to the camcorder Traveling Tips _rite down your camcorder s serial numb_q and ke_ p it s...

Page 153: ...ecording time max SP 80 minutes LP 120 l_ainutes with 80 rnin cassette Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating humidity 35 o 80 Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C _4 F to 122 F Weight Approx 695 g 1 53 lbs Dimensions W x H x D 72 mmx 90 mm x 200 mm 3 11 16 x 4 21 32 x 7 11 32 with the LCD monitor closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward Pickup 1 6 format CCI Lens 10X op...

Page 154: ...io 300 mV rms 1 k_2 analog stereo output via Audio output connector DV 4 pin IEEE 1394 compliant Earphone Jack 3 5ram Diameter plug AC Power Supply Power requirement I S A and Canada AC 120 V 60 Hz Other countries AC 110 V to 240 V_ 50 Hz 60 Hz Output DC 7 3V Dimensions W x H x D 80mmx45mmx98mm 3 5 32 x 1 25 32 x 3 27 32 Weight Approx 181 g 0 40 Ibs 152 ...

Page 155: ...er The option will be ours Parts will be provided at no charge but you will be responsibh f r the cost of labor required f r the repair How you get service Call 1 800 283 6503 and have your units date of purchase and model serial numb r ready he model serial number inf rmation is on the bottom of your camcorder A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone If the representative de...

Page 156: ...carton Shipping instructions will be included in the carton along with your SR number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us Make sure you insure your shipment in case of d_age or loss Include with the shipment Evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale to verif your unit s warranty eligibility A brief note describing your camcorder s problem Your name address and phone numb...

Page 157: ...cept no liability in case of damage or loss 4 The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier s check or money order fk r payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges and you elect not to use your credit card 5 Upon receipt of your product a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you What your warranty does not cover Adjustment of customer controls Damage from m...

Page 158: ... SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN I AL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM lJIE USE OF l_IS PRODUCF OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANa3 ON THIS PRODUC I lJIIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRAN IFES AND LIMITED WARRANa3 ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEtrF TO lJIE EX I_NT PROHIBFFED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRAN I Y OF MERCHANTABILFFY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR...

Page 159: ...s no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which you can determine by turning the equipl_aent off and on try to correct tile interference by one or more of tile following l_aeasures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna that is tile antenna f r tile radio or television that is receivin...

Page 160: ...dential installation This equipment generaWs uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructkms may cause harmful interfi rence radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be deter...

Page 161: ...the order form f xmd on page 153 AC201A Soft Carrying Case Custom compact soft case designed especially to provide protection and utility for your camcorder and most accessories Rugged fabric lined with soft nonabrasive material and generous padding Has three outside pockets with storage for lens filters adapters batteries and tapes 254338 Shoulder Strap I _ sign_ d to r_ plac_ the shoukh r strap ...

Page 162: ...tilt The quick release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder The grooved tubular 3 section leg design f tds down to 26 when not in use Rubber fi et allow f r sure footing Cautions Before using a tripod make sure it is stable enough to hold the camcorder without falling ove_ Do not transport the camcorder attached to the tripod When attaching your camcorder to a tripod be careful no...

Page 163: ...2 95 252762 84 95 252767 92 95 H2011 34 95 253402 254336 27 25 Qty Total All prices subiect to change without notice lk_tal Merchandise Sales h x _Ze are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for eadl individual state county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shipping and Handling s 5 00 P_ Total Amount Enclosed Use VISA MasterCard or I iscover Money order or check ...

Page 164: ...er above your na Master aid _ Expiration date 77 77 IMPORTANT Copy complete account number fi om you Discover Card 1777717777 VT777177T1 Expiration date 77 77 AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Plices are subject to change without notice Print or type your name and A complete and correct order will address clearly save you days of waiting Name Street Apt City Stam Zip Please make sure that both sides of this fo...

Page 165: ... haw your Visa M_st_ rCm d or I iscoxa r card ready Jnd call the toll free number Iist_ d below Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 k place your order by mail detach and mail the col_apleted order fk n_a with credit card information _zaoney order or check in S currency made payable to Thomson multimedia Inc to the following address Vi...

Page 166: ...ng 150 Cassette bolder 15 Cassette tapes 15 Cassettes care and storage 145 CD ro1 how to handle 127 Changing the JPEG default 132 Charging the battery 19 Choose your connection 65 Cleaning 150 Cleaning tapes 151 Clock Iitbiul _ ceil installing 25 CLOCK SET l _enu 26 28 114 Confinzaation sound f_ ature 116 Connecting another DV camcorder 83 _lW or VCR with jacks 84 Connecting to a co_ aputer I V 13...

Page 167: ...ting started 11 H Handstrap 1i Icons 35 Icons on screen 35 Icons warning 35 IEEE1394 connection 133 Important information 2 lndust W Canada information 160 Infrared light transmitter 97 IR LIGHT button 97 Journalistic shooting 49 JPEG default 132 L LCI BRIGH feature 33 LCI COLOR feature 33 LCI monitor i6 i7 i8 26 28 30 42 46 47 48 51 52 57 68 85 88 Lens cap i2 i8 Lens hood 24 Light AlTO OFF ON swi...

Page 168: ...turn 50 R On screen icons 35 OPEN button 16 26 28 30 Optical zooming 54 Optional accessories 161 Order f rm 163 P Parts checklist 6 PHO O SNAP f_ amre 60 62 PIC EFFECF fi ature 73 108 PLAY button 65 PLAY KFILL button 18 66 68 69 78 83 85 Playback basic 68 Playback icons 38 Playback on a TV or VCR with AiV inputs 85 Playback options 68 Playback zoom 72 Plug adapter 23 Power connector 12 23 Power fi...

Page 169: ... icon 41 APE CAMERA mode 46 apes final notes on 145 C OU button 64 hings to avoid 153 ime and date display 29 ime and date setting 26 ime code display 64 ime code icon 41 ime counter icon 41 ime remaining icon 39 ansfbrring still images and video to a computer 133 raveling tips 153 oubleshooting 140 U UNLOCK button 23 118 USB port 128 V VF BRIGHT fbature 33 Vide light 58 Vide light bulb replacing ...

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Page 172: ... in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product Thomson multimedia Inc 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 2001 Thomson multimedia Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in Japan TOCOM 15815300 Part No TINSE0428TAZZ O 11 IOMSON THOMSON ...

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