Manual

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We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any
questions, call:
Camcorder Exchange Warranty ........... 800-283-6503 (pages 84-85)
Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 (page 83)
Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 70-75)
Safety Information .............................. i
First Time Operation
• Assistance ....................................... 3
• Unpack the Camcorder and
Accessories ................................. 3
• Attach the Adapter/Charger ............ 4
• Adjust the Handstrap to Fit
Your Hand .................................. 4
• Slide LENS COVER Control to
Open Lens Cover ........................ 4
• Insert a Tape .................................... 5
• Set POWER (CAMERA/OFF
VCR) Switch to CAMERA .......... 5
• Adjust the Viewfinder
and Eyepiece Focus Control ........ 6
• Select a Recording Speed ................ 6
• Select a Tape Length ....................... 7
• Set the AE Dial to AUTO ................. 8
• Start and Stop Recording ................ 8
• Play Back What you Have
Recorded .................................... 9
• Set the POWER Switch to OFF
to Turn Off the Camcorder ........ 9
• Close the Lens Cover ...................... 9
• Review Camcorder's
Operating Controls .............. 10-11
Power Your Camcorder
• Use the Adapter/Charger to
Power Your Camcorder ............ 12
• Use the Battery to Power
Your Camcorder ................... 13-15
• Use the Optional DCC08
Car Cord Adapter ..................... 16
Date and Time Display
• Install Clock Lithium Cell ........ 17
• Set the Date and Time .......... 18-19
• Record the Date, Time, and
Title Displays ................... 20-21
Videocassettes
• Erase Protection ............................ 22
• Recording and Playback
Speeds and Times ..................... 22
• Insert and Remove Cassettes ......... 23
• Cassette Care and Storage ............. 23
Recording
• Time-Remaining Display ......... 24-25
• Recording Tips .............................. 26
• Use the Viewfinder to See
What You Record ...................... 27
• Viewfinder Displays ................. 28-31
• Full Auto Mode ............................. 32