00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 101 ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm VP-W90/W95D/W97 STAR STOPT/ DIS PLAY SE TIM LF ER STILL CO UN RESETER T WIDE ZE RETURO RN TELE Hi VP-W90/W95D/W97 Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 2 ENGLISH Table of Contents Precautions and Safety Instructions Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features ...............................................................................................................................................................................8 Descriptions ■ Front View/Side View/Rear View .....................................................................................................................
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 3 ENGLISH Table of Contents (continued) DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, VP-W97 only) ......................................................................................................................33 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...................................................................................................................................34 BLC........................................................................................
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 4 ENGLISH Precautions and Safety Instructions Taking care of the battery pack ✤ 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.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 5 ENGLISH Precautions and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding electronic viewfinder 1) Do not place 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 in direct sunlight or by a window. 2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. 3) Do not over rotate the veiwfinder as this could damaging it.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 6 ENGLISH Precautions and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the battery pack ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before shooting 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 unnecessary battery discharge.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 7 ENGLISH Precautions and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the hand strap ✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap correctly to ensure the camera can be held steady. (see page 16) ✤ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly, as it may result in damage to the buckle. Precautions when cleaning the video heads ✤ To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, ensure that the heads are kept clean.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 8 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features available when recording or during playback. MULTI OSD LANGUAGE You can select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish. Snap Shot (VP-W97 only) The Snap Shot function allows you to record an object at a standstill for a limited time in CAMERA mode.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 9 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front View 2. REC SEARCH (REW) 4. REC SEARCH (FF) 3. PLAY/STILL 5. DATE/TIME (STOP) 6. TAPE EJECT 7. CVF 1. LENS 9. Remote Sensor 8. MIC 10. EASY 1. Lens (see page 61) 2. REC SEARCH (REW) REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode. (see page 24) REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53) 3. PLAY/STILL (see page 52) PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode. 4. REC SEARCH (FF) REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 10 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 12. BATTERY EJECT 16. P.AE 18. BLC 13. MENU ON/OFF 19. FADE 14. ENTER (MF) 15. UP/DOWN Dial 20. DC Jack 21. Recharging Indicator 17. DSE 22. S-VIDEO out 23. Lithium Battery 12. BATTERY EJECT 13. MENU ON/OFF (see page 30) MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 14. ENTER (MF) (see page 30) ENTER works in MENU mode. MF works in CAMERA mode. 15.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 11 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 33. D.ZOOM (SNAP SHOT) 24. ZOOM 26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap 25. Cassette Compartment 27. AUDIO/VIDEO out MIC 34. External MIC (VP-W95D only) 31. START/STOP 32. Battery pack compartment 29. Hand Strap 28. LENS Cover 30. POWER Switch 24. ZOOM (see page 28) 25. Cassette Compartment 26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 16) 27. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 51) 28. LENS Cover 29.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ 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. a. Zoom position (see page 29) Indicates zoom position. b. DIS (VP-W97 only) (see page 33) Indicates DIS is activating. c.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 13 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. r. s. t. u. v. w. x. Time (see page 40) Shows the time of the recording. Title (see page 42) Shows the title of the recording. It is superimposed on the scene. Self diagnosis (see page 57) (TAPE!, TAPE END!, PROTECTION!) Checks the operation of the Camcorder. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 38) Indicates the DSE mode is active.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 14 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Basic Accessory 1. AC Power Adapter 2. AC cord 3. Battery Pack 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. Shoulder Strap 6. Instruction Book 1. AC Power Adapter. (see page 18) 2. AC cord. (see page 18) 3. Battery Pack. (see page 19) 4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51) 5. Shoulder strap. (see page 16) 6.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 15 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (VP-W97 only) Description of Parts 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 16 ENGLISH Preparing 1. Set power switch to CAMERA. 1 2. Press Self Timer button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on the Viewfinder: ■ WAIT-10S/SELF-30S ■ WAIT-10S/SELF-END 3. Press START/STOP button to start the timer. :After approximately 10 seconds, recording starts. :If you have selected SELF-30S, recording stops automatically after 30 seconds. :If you have selected SELF-END, press the START/STOP again when you wish to stop recording.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 17 ENGLISH Preparing Attaching the Lens Cover 1 2 3 4 Lithium Battery Installation ✤ 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 from the time of installation under normal operation.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 18 ENGLISH Preparing Connecting a Power Source ✤ There are two types of power source available. - Using the AC Power Adapter : used for indoor recording. - Using the Battery Pack: used for mobile recording. To use the AC Power Adapter 2 1 3 CAMERA 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note: The plug and wall socket type can be different according to the regional conditions. 3.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 19 ENGLISH Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long will the battery last for recording? ✤ Depends on how often you are likely to use the zoom feature during recording. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 1 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a AC cord and plug the AC cord into a wall socket. 3. Connect the DC cable to the camcorder. 2 3 4.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 20 ENGLISH Preparing Using the Battery Pack Table of approximate continuous recording time based on model and battery type Model VP-W90/W95D VP-W97 SB-L110A Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 125 minutes SB-L160 Approximately 220 minutes Approximately 180 minutes SB-L320 Approximately 430 minutes Approximately 370 minutes Battery Type ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 21 ENGLISH Preparing Battery Level display ✤ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. 1. 2. 3. 4. Fully charged 10~40% consumed 40~60% consumed 60~80% consumed (prepare a charged one) 5. 80~95% consumed (change the battery) 6. 100% consumed (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) 1 2 3 4 5 6 ✤ Please refer to the table on page 20 for approximate continuous recording time.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 22 ENGLISH Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ There are several cassette types, depending on: - Colour system used - Recording/Playback time - Hi8 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ Check to see if the battery pack is in place or AC adapter is connected. 1 TAPE EJECT 1. Press the EJECT button for Ejecting the Cassette Holder. - The compartment opens automatically.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 23 ENGLISH Basic Shooting Making the First Recording Please check the following before recording.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 24 ENGLISH Basic Shooting b. To stop recording, press the red START/STOP button again. When recording stops, STBY will be displayed on the Viewfinder. STBY Y:YY:YY When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STANDBY mode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will turn off automatically. To use it again, push the red START/STOP button or set power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 25 ENGLISH Basic Shooting Tips for Stable Image Shooting ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. ■ To avoid the risk of the lens COVER appearing in your shot, always clip it onto the hand strap. (refer to figure) Recording with the Viewfinder 1. Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap. (see page 16) 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 26 ENGLISH Basic Shooting Reviewing a recording ✤ You can review your recording on the Viewfinder. 1. Hold down the tab of the power switch and select PLAYER mode. 1 PLAYER 2. Insert the tape you wish to view. 2 3. Make sure that STOP is displayed in the OSD. 3 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the beginning. ■ To stop REWIND, press the (STOP) button. ■ Camcorder stops automatically after rewinding. 4 5.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 27 ENGLISH Basic Shooting Viewing a Still Picture ■ Press PLAY/STILL (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. ■ To resume playback, press the button again. (PLAY/STILL) Picture Search ■ Press and hold (FF) or (REW) button during playback. ■ To resume normal playback, release the button.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 28 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Zooming In and Out ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Zooming is a technique that allows you to increase or decrease the size of the subject in the picture. For a more professional looking recording, don't use the zoom function too often.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 29 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming more than 22x is achieved using digital technology. The picture quality deteriorates as you go towards the “T” side. It is recommended that you use the DIS (VP-W97) feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 33) W MENU T ➔ DIS .....................ON D.ZOOM.............ON WHITE BAL........AUTO DISPLAY ............ON LANGUAGE .......
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 30 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Setting the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF (VP-W97) ✤ The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 29. 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. MENU DIS .....................OFF D.ZOOM.............OFF WHITE BAL........AUTO DISPLAY ............ON LANGUAGE .......ENGLISH WL.REMOCON ..ON CUSTOM SET EXIT: MENU 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D. ZOOM. MENU DIS .....................OFF D.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 31 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ Even a beginner can easily make a recording using the EASY mode. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions of the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic mode.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 32 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings ✤ You can customize the settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU list. MENU DIS .....................OFF D.ZOOM.............OFF WHITE BAL........AUTO DISPLAY ............ON LANGUAGE .......ENGLISH WL.REMOCON ..ON CUSTOM SET 3.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 33 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, VP-W97 only) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: ■ Recording with the Zoom.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 34 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF 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 shooting. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate. Auto Focusing ✤ The AF (Auto Focus) mode is set automatically when you switch on the Power switch.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 35 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting 4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial up or down until the object is focused. 5. If the picture won't focus, zoom out until it becomes clear. 6. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again. The MF symbol will disappear from the viewfinder. Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY mode. BLC BLC works in CAMERA mode.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 36 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. There are 6 automatic exposure modes. The flicker appears when photographing from the interior fluorescent lamp lower part. 1. AUTO mode ■ Auto balance between the subject and the background. ■ Used in normal conditions.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 37 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Setting the PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the P.AE button, the ( ) symbol will be displayed. STBY 0:00:00 3. Press the P.AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ ■ No Display : Auto mode. ( ) 31.JAN.2004 Notes: ■ The P.AE mode chosen will be recorded on the tape. ■ To end the P.AE function, press the P.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 38 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ✤ 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 shoot and the effect that you wish to give. ✤ There are several DSE modes. (VP-W90/W95D: 8 modes, VP-W97: 9 modes) 1. Normal picture: This mode uses a normal image without DSE effect .
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 39 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Selecting and recording DSE effects 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the DSE button, STROBE or SEPIA will be displayed. STBY X:XX:XX SEPIA 3. Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed. 4. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. 5. To exit the DSE functions, press the DSE button once or several times until no DSE mode is displayed on the Viewfinder.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 40 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME ✤ Setting and recording the date/time feature works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can record the date/time on your recording, so you know when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed in the viewfinder. Setting a DATE/TIME ✤ Setting DATE/TIME is possible in STANDBY of CAMERA mode only. 1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 41 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting 7. Press ENTER. ■ The month setting will blink. CLOCK SETTING 0:00 1. JAN. 2005 EXIT: MENU 8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. CLOCK SETTING 0:00 1. FEB. 2005 EXIT: MENU 9. Press ENTER. ■ The day setting will blink. 10. You set the year, hours and minutes by following the same procedures used for setting the year and month. CLOCK SETTING 0:00 1. FEB. 2005 EXIT: MENU 11.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 42 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Selecting and Recording a Title ✤ Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only. ✤ The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored in the camcorder’s memory. ✤ You can also select the language of the titles. Selecting a Language and Setting a Title ✤ Selecting a language is possible in both STANDBY in CAMERA modes. ✤ The factory default language is ENGLISH but you can change the language. 1.
00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 43 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting 6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. ■ You may select from ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/DEUTSCH/ITALIANO/ ESPAÑOL/PYCCKNZ. ENGLISH [HAVING FUN] FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ESPAÑOL PYCCKNZ 7. Press ENTER. ■ Then, the title list in the launguage you chose will appear. 8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to highlight the TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 44 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fading in and out at the beginning or end of a sequence. To Start Recording ➔ 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.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 45 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Snap Shot (VP-W97 only) ✤ With the SNAP SHOT feature, your camcorder can function like a normal film camera, allowing you to take single still pictures. - The SNAP SHOT function only operates in the CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. CAMERA 2. Press the SNAP SHOT button when you have the picture you wish to capture.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 46 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting White Balance ✤ WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique colour of the object in any shooting condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good colour quality of the image. - AUTO: This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. - INDOOR ( ): It controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 47 Advanced Shooting ENGLISH Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. 2. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to LANGUAGE and press the ENTER button. MENU DIS ......................OFF D.ZOOM ..............OFF WHITE BAL. .......AUTO DISPLAY .............ON LANGUAGE ........ENGLISH WL.REMOCON ...ON CUSTOM SET EXIT: MENU MENU 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 48 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Demonstration ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMO function is only available in CAMERA mode when tape is not in the camcorder. ✤ The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the POWER switch is set to OFF. 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 49 Advanced Recording ENGLISH Setting the Date/Title Colour 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. MENU CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE....................OFF D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE C.RESET ..............0:00:00 DEMO ..................OFF EXIT: MENU 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOUR.......WHITE. MENU CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE....................OFF D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE C.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 50 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Lighting Techniques ✤ When you use your camcorder, there are normally only two main recording environments. - You will be shooting outdoors (Normal recording or through an ND (Neutral Density) filter). - You will be shooting indoors (Video light recommended or required). ✤ The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of brightness, measured in lux.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 51 Playing back the Tape ENGLISH ✤ To view a tape that you have recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. ■ Watch on a TV monitor: recommended for indoor use. To watch on a TV ✤ It is better to use a TV monitor to view tapes indoors. ✤ To play a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible colour system. (see page 56) Connecting to a TV which has an Audio and Video input jack ✤ Use the Audio/Video cable supplied with your camcorder.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 52 ENGLISH Playing back the Tape Note: ■ VP-W90/W95D/W97 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR are stereo, connect the audio cable to the input marked “L” of the TV or VCR. ■ You can use the S-VIDEO cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have the S-VIDEO connector on your TV. Playback 1. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. 2. Connect a power source (battery or AC Power Adapter) to the camcorder.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 53 ENGLISH Playing back the Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode To view a STILL picture (Playback pause) - PLAY/STILL Press (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. To resume playback, press (PLAY/STILL) button again. Note: Your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 5 minutes in STILL mode without operation in order to prevent tape and head wear.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 54 ENGLISH Playing back the Tape DSE in PLAYER mode ✤ The procedure for using DSE in PLAYER mode is the same as the procedure for using DSE in CAMERA mode, except that the power switch must be set to PLAYER instead of CAMERA. Please refer to pages 36 and 37. Note: The STROBE, NEG., MIRROR, MOSAIC, CINEMA and 16:9(WIDE) effects will not operate when your camcorder is in PLAYER mode. ✤ Pressing the DSE button will scroll through the available settings.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 55 ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads ✤ To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. ✤ When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. a. Normal Picture b, c. Noisy Picture If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. 1. 2. 3. 4. a b c Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. Insert the cleaning tape. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 56 ENGLISH Using Your Camcorder Abroad Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour system. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources ■ You can use your camcorder in any country or area that uses 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ■ Were necessary, use a commercially available AC plug adapter, depending on the style of plug used.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 57 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Check Troubleshooting Check ✤ 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 Inform that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged. Exchange it with a charged one. fast the battery pack is fully discharged. Exchange it with a charged battery.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 58 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Check Checking ✤ If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to try and resolve the problem. ✤ If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of: ■ The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder. ■ Your warranty, if applicable. ✤ Then contact your nearest authorized service centre. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 59 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Check Explanation/Solution Symptom A vertical strip appears when you shoot a bright subject against a dark background. (candle flame, for example) ◆ The contrast between the subject and the background is too great for the camcorder to operate normally. Make the background bright to reduce the contrast or use the BLC function while you are shooting. (see page 35) The image in the viewfinder is blurred.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 60 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Check Moisture Condensation ✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder has the built-in moisture sensor.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 61 ENGLISH Specifications ✤ These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System Recording system Video signal Usable cassette Tape speed Speed mode Recording time FF or REW time Image device Optical zoom ratio Focal length: f F Filter diameter Focus system Macro Min. Illumination VP-W90/W95D/W97 Video: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM Audio: FM monaural system PAL colour, CCIR standard Hi8 or 8mm SP: 20.
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 62 ENGLISH Index -A- -E- ABROAD ....................................................................56 AC POWER ADAPTER ..............................................18 AF ...............................................................................34 AUDIO ........................................................................51 AUTO FOCUSING .................. ..................................34 AUTO MODE...............................................
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 63 ENGLISH Index -PPAL .............................................................................56 PLAY...........................................................................52 PLAYER......................................................................52 PORTRAIT MODE......................................................36 POWER CONSUMPTION..........................................61 POWER REQUIREMENT ..........................................
00761D VP-W90 UK (44-64) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 64 ENGLISH Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a molded 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.
8mm UK W/C 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 2 UNITED KINGDOM This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, against defective materials and workmanship. In the event that warranty service is required, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased. However, Samsung Authorised Dealers and Authorised Service Centres in other EC Countries will comply with the warranty on the terms issued to purchasers in the country concerned.
8mm UK W/C 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 3 ELLAS (GREECE) Agaphtev pelavth, Saı eucaristouvme gia thn empistosuvnh pou deivxate sthn SAMSUNG me thn agorav authvı thı suskeuhvı. To proiovn autov thı SAMSUNG eivnai egguhmevno gia perivodo dwvdeka (12) mhnwvn apov thn hmeromhniva agoravı tou gia antallaktikav kai ergatikav. Sthn perivptwsh pou qa creiasteiv episkeuhv, to proiovn autov thı SAMSUNG qa prevpei na staleiv hv na metaferqeiv sto exousiodothmevno service, me evxoda tou agorasthv.
8mm UK W/C 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 4 5. H egguvhsh authv den kaluvptei kamiva apov tiı parakavtw periptwvseiıÚ * Periodikouvı elevgcouı, sunthvrhsh kai episkeuhv hv antikatavstash merwvn pou ofeivlontai se fusiologikhv fqorav * Ta evxoda kai touı kinduvnouı metaforavı pou scetivzontai me thn egguvhsh autouv tou proiovntoı * Zhmiva se autov to proiovn pou proevrcetai apovÚ A.
00761D VP-W90 UK (1-19) 5/6/04 9:58 AM Page 100 THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.
