Specifications

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G. K. Associates, Tokyo
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About Your VIEWCAM
DV Technology
Digital video, DV, is a revolutionary technology
that enables recording and playback of high
quality images with the use of special digital
features previously unavailable with
conventional analog formats.
• High horizontal resolution
Detailed, accurate images with the highest
level of horizontal resolution for home use.
• Clear colour reproduction with virtually no
colour contamination
Provides three times the colour resolution of
conventional VCRs (based on Sharp models).
Clear images with virtually no distracting
colour contamination (which usually appears
as red).
• Standard use of TBC (Time Base Corrector)
to prevent jittery images
Ensures stable images with a high signal-to-
noise ratio.
• PCM digital recording
PCM digital recording gives you high-quality
stereo sound that puts you in the middle of
the action.
The “DV” trademark can only be used on
digital VCR products which have been
evaluated and have met the specifications set
by the HD Digital VCR Conference for
Standardization of Consumer Use Digital
VCR Formats.
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses
only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
DV and conventional video cassette
tapes
There are two kinds of DV-format video
cassette tapes: the Mini DV cassette and the
larger DV cassette used for extended playback
and recording. This VIEWCAM only operates
with Mini DV cassettes. DV cassettes cannot
be used. Be sure to use Mini DV cassettes with
the mark.
8 mm, VHS, and Beta cassettes cannot be
used for playback or recording with this
VIEWCAM.
Mini DV cassette DV cassette
VHS cassette Beta cassette8 mm cassette
Note:
• This VIEWCAM reproduces the highest picture
quality when used with an ME tape. We
recommend you use an ME tape for high-quality
recording and playback.
LCD Monitor Screen
The VIEWCAM is equipped with a large LCD
monitor screen that allows you to record
scenes while comfortably holding the
camcorder. The LCD monitor screen can be
rotated for easy recording at high or low
angles. It also functions as a handy playback
monitor so you can enjoy what you have just
recorded.
Cautions:
• Do not apply pressure to the screen.
• Do not expose the screen to shocks, as it may
break.
• Do not place the VIEWCAM with the screen
facing down.
Note:
• Use a soft cloth to clean the screen.