MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................ 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ....................................................................................................................... 11 Features ............................................................................................................................................................
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Contents Adjusting the Focus ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ................................................................................................................................................................ Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ..............
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Contents To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ................................................................................................................................................................. Audio dubbing ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Dubbing sound...........................
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Contents Connecting to a PC ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78 Maintenance......................................................................................................................................................... 79 After finishing a recording .................................................
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. ■ Open the LCD screen with your finger. 1 2 LCD open knob 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3 4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding moisture condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder. for example: - When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during winter.) - When you move the camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the summer.) 2.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the battery pack - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - If your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the LENS - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device). Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such 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 near a window exposed to sunlight.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Notes and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation. 3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • MULTI OSD LANGUAGE You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Dutch. • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. Instruction Book 6. Lithium battery (CR2025) 7. Remote Control 8. USB cable 9. Software CD 10. Lens Cover 11. Shoulder strap 12. S-VIDEO Cable 13. Scart adapter 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 5. Viewfinder 1. Lens 6. EASY Q button 2. IR(Infrared) Light 7. TFT LCD monitor 3. Remote sensor 4. Internal MIC 1. Lens 5. Viewfinder (see page 33) 2. IR (Infrared) Light 3. Remote sensor 6. EASY Q button (see page 58) 4. Internal MIC 7.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons REC SEARCH FADE BLC EASY 2. Speaker 6. MENU button 3. PB ZOOM/MACRO 4. DISPLAY 7. MENU Selector (MENU/VOLUME/MF) 8. External MIC in 9. Audio/Video jack 10. DC jack 5. S-VIDEO jack 1. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA - EASY : (REW) : (FF) : (PLAY/STILL) : (STOP) REC SEARCH – REC SEARCH + FADE BLC 2. Speaker 3. PB ZOOM/MACRO 4. DISPLAY 5. S-VIDEO jack 6. MENU button 7. MENU Selector (MENU/VOLUME/MF) 8.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 6. NIGHT CAPTURE switch 7. Slow shutter 3. Focus adjustment knob 8. DV jack 9. USB jack 4. START/STOP button 10. Hook for handstrap 5. Power switch 1. Zoom lever 6. NIGHT CAPTURE switch 2. PHOTO button (see page 64) 7. Slow shutter 8. DV jack 3. Focus adjustment knob 9. USB jack 4. START/STOP button 10. Hook for handstrap 5.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 3. Battery Release 1. LITHIUM Battery Holder 2. Charging indicator 4. Tripod receptacle 1. LITHIUM Battery Holder 4. Tripod receptacle 2. Charging indicator 5. TAPE EJECT 3. Battery Release 16 5.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) 17. Zoom 16. X2 15. DATE/TIME 14. (SLOW) 13. (STILL) 12. (STOP) 11. F. ADV 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 10. Direction ( , ) (see page 70) 2. START/STOP 11. F. ADV (see page 71) 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 12. 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 72) 13. (STILL) 5. PHOTO Search 14. (SLOW) 6. A.DUB (see page 62) 15.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) ● Turning OSD on/off Press the DISPLAY button on the left side panel. - Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off. - When you turn the OSD off, In CAMERA mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q modes are always displayed on the OSD, even when the OSD is turned OFF and the key input is displayed for 3 seconds then turned off.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when : - You purchase the camcorder. - The remote control doesn’t work. ✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Lithium Battery Installation ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function 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 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand strap a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap. b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover. c.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Notes ■ ■ You must use the AC Power adapter of AA-E8 TYPE.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on. - The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. - How often the Zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Continuous recording time Charging time LCD ON VIEWFINDER ON SB-LS110 Approx. 2hr Approx. 1hr 30min Approx. 2hr SB-LS220 Approx. 3hr 30min Approx.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a a. b. c. d. e. Fully charged 20~40% used 40~80% used 80~95% used Completely used (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤ Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous recording time. ✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Preparation Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than MiniDV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open the cassette door. - The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically. 2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and the protection tab bottom. 3.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) ■ Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 1 2 2. Remove the LENS CAP. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. ■ Open the LCD monitor. 4 ■ Make sure that STBY is displayed. ■ If the protection tab of the cassette is open, STOP and PROTECTION! will be displayed. ■ Make sure the image you want to record appears in the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Dutch. ✤ The Language Function works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE LANGUAGE DEMO 3. Select LANGUAGE from the sub-menu and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power OFF feature is designed to save battery power. Record Search (REC SEARCH) ✤ You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, -- function in STBY mode.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording ■ ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 22) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone. 4.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; ■ BRIGHT SELECT ■ BRIGHT ADJUST ■ COLOUR ADJUST 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA position. ■ In the PLAYER mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is playing.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR again. ■ You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. ■ Use the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST. ■ You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35. 9. Press the MENU button to finish the setting. Using the VIEWFINDER ✤ In the PLAYER mode, the VIEWFINDER will work when the LCD is closed.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position. 1 2. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 27) 2 3. Open the LCD screen. Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or colour if necessary. 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 32) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. 2 ■ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Use of various Functions ● Setting menu items Available mode MENU INITIAL CAMERA AV VIWER SUB MENU FUNCTIONS Page CAMERA PLAYER CLOCK SET Setting the time ✔ ✔ 38 WL. REMOTE Using the Remote Control ✔ ✔ 39 LANGUAGE Selecting the OSD language ✔ ✔ 29 DEMO Demonstration ✔ 40 PROGRAM AE Selecting the PROGRAM AE Function ✔ 41 WHT. BALANCE Setting White Balance ✔ 43 D.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● Availability of functions in each mode Operating Mode Requested Mode Digital functions DIS DIS D.ZOOM PHOTO O O * D.ZOOM O PHOTO ✕ ✕ ✕ O Digital Special Effects O O O O NIGHT CAPTURE O O O O SLOW SHUTTER O SLOW SHUTTER ✕ Digital special effects NIGHT CAPTURE O O O O ✕ O O O ✕ O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You cannot change the requested mode.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● CLOCK SET ✤ CLOCK setup works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE LANGUAGE DEMO 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select CLOCK SET from the submenu. 4.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● WL. REMOTE ✤ The WL.REMOTE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE LANGUAGE DEMO 3. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select WL.REMOTE from the submenu. 4.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. ✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field. ■ AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - To be used in normal conditions. - The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the submenu. CAM MODE CAMERA SET 5. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the PROGRAM AE mode. ■ Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the program AE mode.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality image colour. ■ AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. ■ HOLD ( ) :This fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time. 1.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Digital Zoom ✤ Zooming more than 20x is achieved digitally. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 46) CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: ■ Recording with the zoom ■ Recording a small object close-up ■ Recording and walking at the same time ■ Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only. The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 9 DSE modes. a. ART mode This mode gives the images a coarse effect. a b c d e f g h b.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. CAM MODE 5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the submenu. 6. Using MENU SELECTOR, select the DSE mode. ■ Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the DSE mode.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. ■ SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. ■ LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit) ■ 12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track. ■ 16bit : You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. 1.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (Audio dubbing) modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight VIEWER and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight DATE/TIME. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER LCD ADJUST DATE / TIME TV DISPLAY 4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to select the sub-menu. 5.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ● TV DISPLAY ✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ■ OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only. ■ ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV. ■ Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn the OSD ON/OFF displayed on the LCD/Viewfinder/TV. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu (Navigation Menu) ✤ Quick menu is available only in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by using the MENU SELECTOR. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus. ■ DATE/TIME (see page 52) - Each time you select DATE/TIME and push the MENU SELECTOR, it will be displayed in the order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF. MIRROR ■ WL.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording ■ WHT. BALANCE (see page 43) - Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and push the MENU SELECTOR, you can choose between preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset. ■ FOCUS (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) (see page 59) - Each time you select FOCUS and push the MENU SELECTOR, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus (MF) or Auto Focus ( ).
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMERA mode. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR until you see the ( ) icon, and then push the MENU SELECTOR. ■ You see a screen on which you can select SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed) ✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is changed to 1/25, 1/13, 1/6, off. SLOW SHUTTER 4. To exit, press the SLOW SHUTTER button.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: ■ Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and DIS ( ) will be displayed. ■ The word “EASY.Q” will appear on the LCD at the same time.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) ✤ The AF/MF function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable. Auto Focusing ✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you make use of Auto Focus.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: ■ The subject is in front of a window. ■ The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features. ■ The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast. ■ The light sources are too bright.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording FADE 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). 2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Audio dubbing ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal and external microphones. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing sound 1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode. ■ If you want to use an external microphone, connect the microphone to the external MIC input jack on the camcorder. 2. Press the be dubbed.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. PLAYER MODE A / V SET 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V. 3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT WIND CUT PB DSE 12 SOUND[1] 4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. PLAYER MODE A / V SET AUDIO SELECT 6.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the PHOTO button. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. PHOTO 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode. Searching for a PHOTO picture ✤ The PHOTO SEARCH works in PLAYER mode only. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The MENU list will appear. PLAYER MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording) ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode. ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in darkness. OFF POWER ON 2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to ON. ■ (NIGHT CAPTURE indicator) appears on the LCD monitor. ■ The infrared(invisible rays) light is turned on automatically. NIGHT CAPTURE 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. STBY 3.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording POWER NIGHT CAPTURE ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode. ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NIGHT CAPTURE function. ✤ A POWER NIGHT CAPTURE is displayed for three seconds by LCD if you press a SLOW SHUTTER button in state that a NIGHT CAPTURE switch is turned on. ✤ When you work in POWER NIGHT CAPTURE mode, POWER NIGHT CAPTURE icon appears on the LCD continuously. 1.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording. 1 2 3 4 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below. 4.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback Tape Playback ✤ The playback function works in PLAYER mode only. Playback on the LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system. ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks 1. Connect the camcorder and TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. ■ The yellow plug : Video ■ The white plug : Audio (L) - Mono ■ The red plug : Audio (R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode. 4. Turn on both the TV and VCR. ■ Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback Various Functions while in PLAYER mode ✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV (Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 3 minutes. Playback pause ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback. ✤ To resume playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) ● Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. ● To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. ✤ Forward frame advance ■ Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in Still mode. ✤ Reverse frame advance ■ Press (_) the button on the remote control to change the direction in F.ADV mode. ■ Press the F.ADV button on the remote control.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback ZERO MEMORY ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during playback at the point you wish to return.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback PB DSE (Playback Digital Special Effects) ✤ The PB DSE function works in PLAYER mode. ✤ The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effects (DSE) to tape playback or still images. 1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then play back a tape. 2. Press the MENU button and move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V. PLAYER MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Playback PB ZOOM ✤ The PB ZOOM function works in PLAYER mode. ✤ The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify playback or still image. 1. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback mode or in playback still mode. 2. The image is magnified starting from the center of image and arrows appear which allow you to move the image in four directions. 3. You can zoom in from 1.2x to 8.0x by moving the zoom lever. 4. You can move the image in the arrow directions using the MENU SELECTOR. 5.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections Connecting to a DV device ✤ Connecting with other DV standard products. ■ A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 USB interface ● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, DVC Media 5.1, Windows Media Player 9.0, DirectX 9.0a) supplied with the camcorder.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 USB interface Installing DVC Media 5.1 Program ✤ DVC Media 5.1 User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD (D:\help\) in adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF) The user's manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is also included on the CD. (The Acrobat Reader is a freeware product of AdobeSystems,Inc.) ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 USB interface Using the “USB streaming” function ✤ USB streaming data type is MPEG4. ✤ To use the USB STREAMING, the DVC Media 5.1, DirectX 9.0a and Windows Media Player 9.0 (included in the CD) programs must be installed in the PC. ✤ You can view CAMCORDER video on your PC using USB streaming. You can also store it as moving picture in the "asf" file format, or as a still image in the "jpg" file format on a PC. 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE, set the power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Maintenance After finishing a recording ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. ■ Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically. ■ Please wait while the tape is completely ejected. 1 2 2.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. (blue screen) 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Insert the cleaning tape. 3. Press the 4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button. (STOP) button after 10 seconds. Notes ■ ■ 80 80 Check the quality of the picture using a videocassette.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources ■ ■ You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet. Colour system ■ You can view your recording in the viewfinder.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a service centre, perform the following simple checks. They might save you the time and the expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one. TAPE END! slow When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes Prepare a new one. TAPE END! no the tape reached its end. Change to a new one.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest MEDION authorized service centre. Symptom 83 Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on. Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. START/STOP button does not operate while recording. Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette. The camcorder goes off automatically.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Specifications Model name: MD 80566 System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette Tape speed Tape recording time FF/REW time Image device Lens Filter diameter PAL 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.35mm width): MiniDV cassette SP: approx. 18.83mm/s, LP: approx. 12.57mm/s SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) Approx. 150 sec.
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 INDEX -AAccessories ............................................................................................... AF/MF ........................................................................................................ Audio dubbing ............................................................................................ AUDIO MODE ............................................................................................ -O12 59 62 50 -BBattery Pack ....................
MD80566_UK_19.04.2005 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.
