Video Camcorder
8mm
SCW71/W73
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read
this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
ELECTRONICS
SCW71/W73
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Contents
Notices and Safety Instructions
Features .............................................................................................................................................................................12
Descriptions
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Front View/Side View/Rear View...................................................................................................................13, 14, 15
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OSD (On Screen Display) ........................................................................................................................................16
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder.........................................................................................................................18
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Adjusting the Hand and Shoulder Straps...........................................................................................................................19
Lithium Battery Installation.................................................................................................................................................20
Connecting the Power Source ...........................................................................................................................................21
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To use the AC Power Adapter....................................................................................................................................21
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To use the Battery Pack.............................................................................................................................................22
Using the Battery Pack.......................................................................................................................................................23
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Continuous Recording time table...............................................................................................................................23
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Battery Level Display.................................................................................................................................................24
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette .....................................................................................................................................25
Preparing
Making your First Recording ..............................................................................................................................................26
Hints for Stable Image Recording .....................................................................................................................................28
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Recording with Viewfinder.........................................................................................................................................28
Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER................................................................................................................................28
Playing back a tape on the CAMCORDER........................................................................................................................29
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Viewing a Still Picture................................................................................................................................................30
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Picture Search ...........................................................................................................................................................30
Zooming In and Out ...........................................................................................................................................................31
Digital Zoom.......................................................................................................................................................................32
EASY mode (for beginners)...............................................................................................................................................34
CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings.............................................................................................35
Basic Recording
Advanced Recording
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Contents (continued)
Specifications...........................................................................................................
62
Index........................................................................................................................
63
Warranty ................................................................................................................
65
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)...................................................................................................................................36
BLC.....................................................................................................................................................................................37
Program AE (Automatic Exposure)....................................................................................................................................38
DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ...............................................................................................................40
Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME..............................................................................................................................42
Selecting and Recording a Title .........................................................................................................................................44
Fade In and Out.................................................................................................................................................................46
White Balance....................................................................................................................................................................47
Demonstration....................................................................................................................................................................48
Setting the Date/Title Color................................................................................................................................................49
Lighting Techniques............................................................................................................................................................50
Troubleshooting
To watch with TV monitor...................................................................................................................................................51
Various Functions in PLAYER mode..................................................................................................................................53
Multi Playback (Using the PAL60 System).........................................................................................................................54
DSE in PLAYER mode.......................................................................................................................................................55
Playing back a Tape
Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder......................................................................................................................55
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Cleaning the Viewfinder ............................................................................................................................................55
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Cleaning the Video Heads ........................................................................................................................................56
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Storing the Camcorder...............................................................................................................................................56
Self Diagnosis Display ......................................................................................................................................................58
Checking.............................................................................................................................................................................59
Moisture Condensation ......................................................................................................................................................61
Maintenance
Using Your Camcorder Abroad................................................................................
57
Notices and Safety Instructions
Taking care of the battery pack
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✤ Do not let the LENS point toward the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.
(*CCD: Charge Coupled Device)
Notices regarding the LENS
✤ Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this can cause a short
circuit and damage the battery pack.
Keep the terminals clean.
✤ The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty.
Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.
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Notices and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding electronic viewfinder
1) Do not place the camcorder so that the viewfinder
is pointing towards the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the
viewfinder. Be careful when placing the
camcorder under sunlight or by a window.
2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder.
3) Unintended rotation may cause damage to the
viewfinder.
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1) A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form
inside the camcorder.
for example:
■ When you take the camcorder from cold temperature outside to warm
temperature inside during the winter.
■ When you take the camcorder from cool temperature inside to hot
temperature outside during the summer.
2) If the “DEW ( )” protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder
in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery
removed.
3) If the “DEW ( )” protection feature is activated unexpectedly, and you
want to override it, detach, then reinstall the battery pack and lithium battery.
Please make sure that the condensation has disappeared completely.
(see page 61)
Notices regarding moisture condensation
DEW
Notices and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding the battery pack
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✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors.
✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
✤ When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STANDBY for more than 5 minutes without operation,
it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.
✤ Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
Dropping the battery pack might damage it.
✤ When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
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arning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed,
consult a doctor immediately.
✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, TITLE, CUSTOM function and preset contents memory;
even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.
✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from time of installation.
✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes about 5 seconds when you set the
power switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025. (see page 20)
Notices regarding the Lithium battery
*When the lithium battery
becomes weak or dead please
contact your local dealer. The
batteries have to be dealt with
as chemical waste.
WARNING:
LITHIUM BATTERY MUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY.
Notices and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding the hand strap
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✤ To protect against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is left in STANDBY
mode without operation for more than 5 minutes.
5 minutes off timer in STANDBY mode
✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better
recording. (see page 19)
✤ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly,
the buckle may be damaged.
Note
: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only.
✤ To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. When playing back the pictures,
if they are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry
type cassette cleaner.
✤ Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner. It may damage the video heads. (see page 56)
Notices regarding video head cleaning
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Notices and Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying
this product.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS:
All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the CAMCORDER is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:
The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS:
All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:
All operating and maintenance instructions should be
followed.
5. CLEANING:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.
6. ATTACHMENTS:
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be
hazardous.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE:
Do not use this CAMCORDER near water;
for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or lake.
8. ACCESSORIES:
Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table.
The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to
a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved
with care.
Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
Notices and Safety Instructions
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9. VENTILATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered.
Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat
register.
This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions
have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your
home, consult your appliance dealer or local power
company.
A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a
polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug,
a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,
try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to cords or
plugs, convenient receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the unit.
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,
provides information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
See figure below.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
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14. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a
lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out a part that could result in a fire or
electric shock.
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER.
Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked
by a technician before use.
18. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions, adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its
normal operation.
e.If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the
original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in
safe operating order.
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Notices and Safety Instructions
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NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and,
in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
USER INSTALLER CAUTION:
Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be
voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly
approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15
FCC rules.
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Features
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Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back.
BLC
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BLC: Back Light Compensation.
When you record a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background,
use the BLC function. (see page 37)
DSE (Digital Special Effects)
The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your films by adding various special effects. (see page 40)
Program AE (Auto Exposure)
The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to adjust to the type of scene to be filmed.
(see page 38)
22x High ratio zoom lens
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture.
For more professional recordings, use the zoom function. (see page 31)
Digital Zoom (880x)
Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. (see page 32)
Macro
The macro function allows you to record your subject at close range.
You have to adjust the zoom fully wide for macro recording. (see page 31)
EASY
This mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recording. (see page 34)
Multi PLAYBACK (PAL60)
PAL60 is a special output signal format with which a tape recorded on this camcorder (NTSC format) can be viewed on
a PAL TV.
Hi8
Hi8 is an enhanced 8mm format.
When a Hi8 cassette is inserted, the camcorder will automatically select the Hi-8 format for record or playback.
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Front View
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1. Lens (see page 62)
2. REC SEARCH (REW)
REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode.
(see page 27)
REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53)
3. PLAY/STILL
PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)
4. REC SEARCH (FF)
REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode.
(see page 27)
FF works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53)
5. DATE/TIME(STOP)
DATE/TIME works in CAMERA mode. (see page 42)
STOP works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)
6. TAPE EJECT (see page 25)
Use when ejecting the tape.
7. EVF (Electronic Viewfinder)
(Color Viewfinder for SCW73)
8. MIC
MIC works in CAMERA mode.
9. CUSTOM
CUSTOM works in CAMERA mode.
10. EASY
EASY works in CAMERA mode.
3. PLAY/STILL
4. REC SEARCH (FF)
5. DATE/TIME (STOP)
7. EVF (CVF for SCW73)
9. CUSTOM
2. REC SEARCH (REW)
6. TAPE EJECT
1. LENS
8. MIC
10. EASY
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
11. BATTERY EJECT
12. MENU ON/OFF (see page 42)
MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and
PLAYER mode.
13. ENTER (MF) (see page 42)
ENTER works in MENU mode.
MF works in CAMERA mode.
14. UP/DOWN dial (see page 42)
UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode.
15. PROGRAM AE (see page 38)
PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in
CAMERA mode.
16. DSE (see page 40)
DSE works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode.
17. BLC (see page 37)
BLC works in CAMERA mode.
18. FADE
FADE works in CAMERA mode. (see page 46)
19. DC Jack (see page 21)
20. Recharging Indicator (see page 22)
21. S-VIDEO out (see page 52)
22. Lithium Battery (see page 20)
Side View
22. Lithium Battery
12. MENU ON/OFF
11. BATTERY EJECT
13. ENTER (MF)
14. UP/DOWN Dial
19. DC Jack
20. Recharging Indicator
21. S-VIDEO out
15. P.AE
17. BLC
18. FADE
16. DSE
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Rear View
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23. ZOOM (see page 32)
24. Cassette Compartment
25. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 19)
26. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 51)
27. LENS cap
28. Hand Strap (see page 19)
29. POWER Switch (see page 22)
- CAMERA : Select to record.
- OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder.
- PLAYER : Select to play back.
30. START/STOP (see page 26)
START/STOP works in CAMERA mode.
31. Battery pack compartment (see page 22)
32. D.ZOOM (see page 32)
D.ZOOM works in CAMERA mode.
23. ZOOM
24. Cassette
Compartment
26. AUDIO/VIDEO out
27. LENS cap
28. Hand Strap
32. D.ZOOM
25. Hooks for Shoulder Strap
30. START/STOP
31. Battery pack compartment
29. POWER Switch
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OSD (On Screen Display)
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✤ You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off.
✤ The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is turned off.
✤ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the monitor.
OSD in CAMERA mode
OSD in PLAYER mode
a. Zoom position (see page 32)
Indicates zoom position.
b. PB DSE (see page 55)
Shows that the PB DSE mode is active.
c. Battery level (see page 24)
Indicates the power left in the battery.
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d. Manual Focus (see page 36)
Indicates manual focus is on.
Auto Focus is not displayed.
e. BLC (see page 37)
Indicates BLC is activated.
f. Program AE (see page 38)
Indicates Program AE mode is activated.
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g. EASY & CUSTOM
Shows when the easy or custom mode is active.
h. Hi8
Indicates the use of the Hi8 tape in record or
playback modes.
i. Date (see page 42)
Indicates the date of the recording.
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OSD (On Screen Display)
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j. Time (see page 42)
Indicates the time you are recording.
k. Title (see page 44)
Indicates the recorded title you have set.
It is superimposed on the scene.
l. Self diagnosis (see page 58)
Displays different diagnostic indicators concerning the camcorder's operation.
m. DSE (Digital Special Effects) (see page 40)
Indicates the DSE mode is activated.
The operation modes are SEPIA, B&W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, 16:9(WIDE) and CINEMA.
n. Tape counter
Indicates amount of the tape used.
o. Operation mode
Indicates the operation mode is activated.
The operation modes are STBY, REC
(), STOP, PLAY( ), FF( ), REW( ), EJECT.
p. DEW
( ) condensation (see page 61)
Monitors the moisture condensation.
q. Digital zoom (see page 32)
Indicates digital zoom is activated.
r. White Balance mode (see page 47)
Indicates the White Balance mode is activated.
The White Balance modes are AUTO, INDOOR( ) and OUTDOOR( ).
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder
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Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
Basic Accessories
1. AC Power Adapter. (see page 21)
2. AC cord. (see page 21)
3. Battery Pack. (see page 22)
4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51)
5. Shoulder strap. (see page 20)
6. Instruction Book.
7. Lithium Battery for Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025, see page 20)
Optional Accessories
8. S-VIDEO Cable. (see page 52)
1. AC Power Adapter
AD44-00038A
AD39-40200A
2. AC cord 3. Battery Pack
5. Shoulder Strap
4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable
6. Instruction Book
7. Lithium Battery
Video Camcorder
8mm
8. S-VIDEO Cable
AD43-10130H
AD39-00028A
AD63-00202A
AD43-00065A
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Preparing
Adjusting the Hand and Shoulder Straps
Hand Strap
✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better recording.
✤ The hand strap enables you to:
- Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.
- Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to change the position of your hand.
1. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap,
adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover.
2. Close the Hand Strap cover back up again.
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Shoulder Strap
✤ The Shoulder Strap allows you to carry your camcorder with complete safety.
1. Insert each end of the strap into the hooks on the camcorder.
2. Put the end of each strap through the buckle,
adjust the length of the strap, then pull it tight in the buckle.
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Preparing
✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or
AC power adapter is removed.
✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set
the power switch to CAMERA.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025.
1. Take out the holder from the lithium battery compartment.
2. Insert the side of the lithium battery toward the bottom
of the holder.
3. Reinsert the holder into the lithium battery compartment.
Note:
If the holder is inserted in the wrong direction,
it will not fit correctly.
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arning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children. Should the battery be swallowed,
consult a doctor immediately.
Lithium Battery Installation
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