Specifications

VL-SD20S-GB/pp. 026-041; 99/7/28/18:00
G. K. Associates, Tokyo
Useful Features
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Recording in LP (Long Play
Recording) Mode
This VIEWCAM allows you to record in LP
(Long Play Recording) mode for approximately
50% more recording time with the same picture
quality as that in SP (Standard Play Recording)
mode.
1 In Recording Standby mode, display the
menu screen (see page 25).
2 Toggle the CONTROL switch (Q) to
select “TAPE SPEED”, then press the
CONTROL switch (W) to select “LP”.
3 Press the EXIT button (MODE
DISPLAY) to turn off the menu screen.
• The recording mode indicator changes
from “SP” to “LP”.
To return to SP mode
Press the CONTROL switch to set the TAPE
SPEED menu item to “SP” in step 2 above.
Notes on the Use of LP Mode
• To record in LP mode, be sure to use a Mini
DV cassette labelled for use with LP mode.
• Frozen images, mosaic-pattern picture noise,
audio interruptions or audio loss may occur in
the following cases:
—When using a tape which is not designated
for use with LP mode.
—When playing back a tape recorded in LP
mode at high temperature.
—When a tape recorded in LP mode with the
VIEWCAM is played back on a Mini DV
player or camcorder from another
manufacturer.
—When a tape recorded in LP mode is
played back on a Mini DV player or
camcorder without an LP function.
• Audio dubbing is not possible with LP mode
recordings.
Useful Features
Camera Recording
EXIT
TAPE SPEED LP
16: 9
AUDIO
REMOTE
MODE
WIND
OFF
12BI T
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SET
MENU
OFF
ON
EFF.
PIC.
MENU
AUTO
TURE
PIC
- SCENE
MENU
LP
EXIT
Recording mode indicator