35126120-vmd6-GB 1/08/00 14:24 Page Cov1 VMD 6 User manual
ENGLISH CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5 GETTING STARTED 6 – 13 RECORDING DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA VMD6 14 – 30 Basic Recording For Video .................... Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ................ Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. ...... Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. ............................. PLAYBACK 17 18 21 31 – 39 Basic Playback For Video ..................... Advanced Features For Video ................ Basic Playback For D.S.C. .....................
2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( pg. 1). • Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. • Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. It is recommended that you . . . .....
E N 3 Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.
4 PROVIDED ACCESSORIES EN •AC Power Adapter/ AC 600 •Remote Control Unit TC 200 M •Cable Adapter •Battery Pack BAT 600 •AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) • Shoulder Strap •CD-ROM The CD ROM contains the following 3 software programmes: • JLIP Video Capture • JLIP Video Producer • Picture Navigator •MultiMediaCard (16 MB) •PC Connection Cable •Core Filter x 1 (for optional S-Video cable) • Lens Cap (Already attached to the camcorder) •DV Cable •Editing Cable One plug has 3 rings a
E N 5 How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the provided Core Filter to an optional S-Video cable. The Core Filter reduces interference. 1 2 3 3 cm Stopper Wind once Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration. •Wind the cable so that it is not slack. NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable.
6 GETTING STARTED EN Power To AC outlet Battery pack BAT 600 This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK AC Power Adapter/Charger POWER indicator DC OUT connector 1 Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/ Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.
E N 7 USING THE BATTERY PACK BATTERY RELEASE Button 1 3 1 2 2 Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3. •If the battery pack is attached with its mark set in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur. To Detach The Battery Pack . . . ....
8 GETTING STARTED (cont.) EN Grip Adjustment 1 2 3 Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop button Separate the Velcro strip. Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip. Power Switch Viewfinder Adjustment Dioptre Adjustment Control 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
E N 9 Date/Time Settings MENU/BRIGHT Wheel The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback ( pg. 32). Power Switch Power lamp OFF Lock Button PLAY Display W I P E – S CRO L L W I P E – S HU T T E R RANDOM OF F F AD E R –WH I T E F AD E R – B L ACK F AD E R –MOS A I C D I S P L A Y MENU VMD6 EN(02/39) 1. 2 3 4 Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ “DISPLAY MENU” appears. ”.
10 GETTING STARTED (cont.) EN Erase protection tab* Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Cassette holder Make sure the window side is facing out. 1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. •Do not touch internal components. OPEN/EJECT Switch 2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.
EN 11 Loading A MultiMediaCard Card Cover 1 2 3 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. 4 To close the card cover, push it until you hear a click. Push the latch upward to open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). Insert the MultiMediaCard clipped edge first, with the label facing up. •Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label. NOTES: ● Be sure to use only MultiMediaCards marked “ ”. ● Some brands of MultiMediaCards are not compatible with this camcorder.
12 GETTING STARTED (cont.) EN Recording Mode Setting MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Power Switch Lock Button Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. 2 3 4 Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. OFF Power lamp 1 PLAY Display CAME RA MENU 1R E T URN R E C MOD E SP SOUND MOD E L P Z OOM GA I N U P TAL L Y I D NUMB E R D EMO .
EN To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 13 Operation Mode Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/DSC Switch. Power Switch Position (Manual): Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.
14 RECORDING Basic Recording For Video EN Power Switch Lock Button AY OFF PL Power lamp Recording Start/Stop Button NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 6) ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Load A Cassette ( pg. 10) ● Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 12) 1 Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Press PUSH OPEN, open the LCD monitor and set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”.
EN 15 NOTES: ● When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead. ● The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder . ● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached. ● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force. ● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically.
16 RECORDING Basic Recording For Video (cont.) EN SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch MODE Button Lock Button Snapshot (For Video Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. AY OFF PL SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
RECORDING Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) Power Switch Lock Button 17 Basic Shooting (Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 6) ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Loading A MultiMediaCard ( pg. 11) ● Picture Quality Mode Setting ( pg.
18 RECORDING Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. EN Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: T 1 0 xW T 20xW T 40xW T To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. OPERATION: Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 1 0 xW T Digital zoom zone 10X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
EN 19 NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. To perform Random Assemble Editing ( pg. 52 – 57), time code is necessary.
20 EN RECORDING Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) FEATURE: Video Light PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. OPERATION: LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) DANGER The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. While focusing on a further subject Focus detection zone EN 21 While focusing on a nearer subject FEATURE: Auto Focus PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene. •When illumination is low.
22 RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) EN Power Switch MENU/BRIGHT Wheel OFF Lock Button PLAY Display FAD E R / W I P E 4 Menu Screen W I P E – S CRO L L W I P E – S HU T T E R RANDOM OF F F AD E R –WH I T E F AD E R – B L ACK F AD E R –MOS A I C Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 23 – 25) .
EN 23 Menu Screen Explanations FADER/WIPE Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 26, 27). P.AE/EFFECT Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 28). EXPOSURE Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” ( pg. 29). W.BALANCE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” ( pg. 30). REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference ( pg. 12).
24 RECORDING EN Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) ON Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
DSC MENU DISPLAY MENU MANUAL MENU EN 25 ON Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ sound will change. This is normal. OFF Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. CAM RESET CANCEL Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. ON SCREEN LCD Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. LCD/TV Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.
26 EN RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. IMPORTANT: Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Programme AE with special effects ( pg. 28). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.
EN 27 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu Effect Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER — WHITE Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER — BLACK Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect. FADER — MOSAIC FADER — B.W Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white. WIPE — CORNER Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.
28 EN RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) IMPORTANT: Some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects ( pg. 27). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Display P.
EN 29 Exposure Control Iris Lock Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. • When the background is overly dark or the subject light. Use this function in the following situations: • When shooting a moving subject.
30 EN RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback For Video Play/Pause Button (4/6) Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) Stop Button (5) Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) 1 2 EN 31 Load a tape ( pg. 10). Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6. •To stop playback, press 5. •Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. To Control The Speaker Volume . . . .... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.
32 PLAYBACK Advanced Features For Video EN PL Power Switch OFF AY Lock Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Recording Start/Stop Button Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( pg. 56, 57). 1 2 3 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 5 6 Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function, and press it to display the Sub Menu. Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.
EN 33 Playback Sound During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on pg. 32, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. SOUND MODE 12BIT MODE STEREO Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo. SOUND L Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.
34 PLAYBACK Basic Playback For D.S.C. EN Rewind (2) Button Fast-Forward (3) Button VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) PL Power Switch OFF AY Lock Button To display the next image Display 100 – 0010 10 / 50 Normal Playback Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the MultiMediaCard. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. 1 2 3 Load a MultiMediaCard ( pg. 11).
EN Picture Quality mode Index number EXIT Selected image < INDEX > 001 F 004 F 002 S 005 F 003 S 006 F 35 INDEX Screen The images you shot can be displayed together with their index information. Convenient for checking images shot beforehand, the INDEX Screen also shows the Picture Quality mode as well as which images are protected against accidental erasure. 001: Index number Index numbers are marked from 001.
36 PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. EN PL Power Switch OFF AY Slide Show You can run through all the images stored in memory automatically in numerical order. 1 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “ ”, then set the Power Switch to “ ”, while pressing down the Lock Button. 2 3 4 5 Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Lock Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Stop (5) Button Play/Pause (4/6) Button Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ “DSC MENU” appears. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SLIDE SHOW” and press it.
EN MENU/BRIGHT Wheel 37 Protecting Images The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of images. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the Picture Quality Mode indication, that image cannot be deleted. Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “ ”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. •A stored image is displayed. 2 Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate it to select “ ” and press it. “DSC MENU” appears.
38 PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.) EN MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Deleting Images VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) PL Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. OFF AY Lock Button 1 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “ ”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. •A stored image is displayed. 2 Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate it to select “ ” and press it. “DSC MENU” appears.
EN MENU/BRIGHT Wheel 39 Initialising A MultiMediaCard VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) PL You can initialise a MultiMediaCard anytime. After initialising, all images and data stored in the MultiMediaCard, including those which have been protected, are cleared.
40 CONNECTIONS Basic Connections EN These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A.
EN 41 C. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V input (RCA type) connectors When an S-Video cable is not used. ”. ← * When connecting the cables, open this cover.
42 CONNECTIONS Advanced Connections EN Power Switch Connector cover* To DV IN/OUT To PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) Core filter DV cable** PC connection cable (provided) To DV connector To RS-232C PC with DV connector-equipped capture board PC * When connecting the cable, open this cover. ** Use the DV cable provided with the capture board.
EN Connection To A Personal Computer This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed. 1 2 3 Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off. Connect the camcorder to your PC using the appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.
44 DUBBING EN Dubbing To A VCR 1 2 Power Switch To AV To S Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided) Core filter Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes. 5 6 7 Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s Record mode. Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder. Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press 4/6 on the camcorder.
EN 45 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration. [To use this camcorder as a player] Power Switch Connector cover* To DV IN/OUT 1 Make sure all units are turned off.
46 DUBBING (cont.) EN Dubbing Images Stored In A MultiMediaCard To A Tape Images can be dubbed from a MultiMediaCard to a tape. Power Switch 1 2 Load a MultiMediaCard ( pg. 11) and cassette ( pg. 10). 3 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “ ”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 To select a still image to be dubbed, perform Index Playback ( pg. 35) or press 2 or 3 to select the image you wish.
EN PL Power Switch OFF AY MODE Button SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel V I D EO MENU 1R E T URN SOUND MOD E 1 2 B I T MOD E S Y NCHRO R E C MOD E COP Y ON Play/Pause Button (4/6) VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard Images can be dubbed from a tape to a MultiMediaCard. 1 2 Load a MultiMediaCard ( pg. 11) and cassette ( pg. 10).
48 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT EN 1 The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. 3 Tab Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size batteries. See “General Battery Precautions” ( pg. 73). 2 1 2 3 + – + Remove the battery compartment cover while pushing up the tab as illustrated.
EN 1 0 2 4 6 8 49 ! 3 5 @ $ ^ * 7 9 # % & ( ) Functions Buttons With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to the camera position (“ ” or “ ”) . 1 Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal. 2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out ( pg. 18) With the camcorder’s Power Switch ”. set to “ Zoom in/out ( pg. 50) pg. 41, 44, 53 pg. 50, 52 pg. 50 pg.
50 EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Remote sensor FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback PURPOSE: To allow slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. OPERATION: Zoom Buttons Up Button SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Down Button PLAY PAUSE STOP Right or SLOW Forward Button Normal playback Press T 1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to engage Still Playback then press SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx.
EN PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu P L A Y BACK E F F E C T 4O F F 1 2 3 4 5 C L A S S I C F I LM MONO T ON E SEP I A S T ROB E V I D EO E CHO FEATURE: Playback Special Effects PURPOSE: To allow you to add creative effects to the video playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. 3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.
52 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) EN Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed in the remote control ( pg. 48).
EN 53 MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 40 and 41. VCR equipped with a remote 1 pauseA THOMSON connector . . . ... connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. To AV A THOMSON VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A. EDIT connector . . . To JLIP/ EDIT ... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector. A VCR other than above . . . Core filter Connector cover** ... connect the editing cable to the remote control’s PAUSE IN connector.
54 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) EN SELECT SCENES Programme IN OU T 1 —— ——: ——~ ~ 2 ~ 3 ~ 4 ~ 5 ~ 6 ~ 7 ~ 8 MODE Random Assemble Editing Menu T I ME COD E ——: —— TOT A L 00 : 00 Remote sensor PLAY FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT R.A.EDIT ON/OFF CANCEL 4 Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/ OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
EN 55 AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Recording Start/Stop Button 1 2 3 —— 4 5 6 —— 7 8 IN 00 : 25~ 07 : 18~ 03 : 33~ 09 : 30~ 15 : 55~ ——: ——~ ~ ~ OU T MODE 02 : 05 —— 0 8 : 3 1 —— —— 05 : 53 13 : 15 1 6 : 2 0 —— —— 11 12 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). 13 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of the last registered scene.
56 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) EN For More Accurate Editing Programme 1 IN OU T 1 —— ——: ——~ ~ 2 ~ 3 ~ 4 ~ 5 ~ 6 ~ 7 ~ 8 MODE Random Assemble Editing Menu T I ME COD E ——: —— TOT A L 00 : 00 Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want.
EN ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display V I D EO MENU 4 Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. 5 Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it. “VIDEO MENU” appears. Then, rotate it to “SYNCHRO” and press it. The value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted. 6 Based on the diagnostics performed ( pg.
58 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) EN Audio Dubbing Display 6e Audio Dub Standby mode The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode ( pg. 23). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. ● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the television, make connections ( pg. 40, 41).
TROUBLESHOOTING EN 59 If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest THOMSON dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.
60 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) EN SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES 7. The cassette will not load properly. 7. •The cassette is in the wrong position. •The battery’s charge is low. 7. •Set it in the right position ( pg. 10). •Install a fully charged battery ( pg. 6, 7). 8. The MultiMediaCard will not load properly. 8. •The MultiMediaCard is in the wrong position. 8. •Set it in the right position ( pg. 11). 9. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 9. •The Squeeze mode is selected. 9.
EN 61 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 16. The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work. 16. •The last selected editing scene is ending. •At the end of the last selected scene for editing, the Power Switch was set to “OFF”. •The power is off. 16. •Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated ( pg. 26). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 26).
62 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) EN SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 22. White Balance cannot be activated. 22. •The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated. 22. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance ( pg. 28, 30). 23. When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. 23. •This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is not a malfunction. 23. 24.
EN SYMPTOM 63 POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 31. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 31. •Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects, “DIS” and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. 31. •Re-read the sections covering Fade/Wipe effects, Programme AE with special effects and “DIS” ( pg. 24, 26 – 28). 32. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. 32.
64 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) EN SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES 40. The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints). 40. 41. An unusual mark appears. 41. CORRECTIVE ACTION ———— 40. •Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage ( pg. 65). ———— 41. •Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor/viewfinder indications ( pg. 68 – 72). 42. An error indication (E01 — E06) appears. 42. •A malfunction of some kind has occurred.
USER MAINTENANCE EN 65 After Use Cleaning The Camcorder 1 2 1 To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. 2 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor. 3 4 To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
66 INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators EN u i q w e 1 r p o 2 y PLAY O 345 6 78 FF #$ % W Q 90!@ Y UI R T E ^ & *( ) VMD6 EN(40/80) 66 28/08/00, 16:08
EN 67 Controls Connectors 1 Monitor Open Button To connect cables to the following connectors * and (, open the LCD monitor. [PUSH OPEN] ..................................... pg. 14 2 Dioptre Adjustment Control ................... pg. 8 3 Battery Release Button [BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. pg. 7 4 •MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] ............... pg. 22 •LCD Monitor BRIGHT (Brightness) Control [+, –] .................. pg. 14 5 Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ..........................
68 INDEX Indications EN LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only 1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. 1 2 ( pg. 26, 27) 3* 4* 2 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema SP 3 5 3* Displays the recording mode (SP or LP). ( pg. 24) mode. REC 444 ( pg. 12) ( pg. 14) 4* Displays the tape remaining time. 5* • “REC” appears during recording. • “PAUSE” appears during RecordStandby mode. ( pg.
EN 69 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording 1* 2 F . AU T O 4 0 xW 9 3 4 6 8 T 5 0 P HO T O ! 2 @* + BR I GHT – 7 1. 1. 00 12 : 00 # 1* Appears when the power switch is set to “ 8 Appears during zooming. 2 Appears when backlight compensation is used. 9 • Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during ”. ( pg. 13) ( pg. 29) 3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted. ( pg. 30) 4 Appears when the exposure is adjusted. ( pg.
70 INDEX Indications (cont.) EN LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback 1 1 2 B I T / SOUND 1 L 2 3 LP 4 VO L UME TC 1 0 : 0 6 : 2 0 6 1. 1. 00 12 : 00 5 4 1 Displays the sound mode. 2 Displays the tape speed. 3 Appears while a tape is running. 4 3 2 6 64 16 e 6e ( pg. 32, 33) ( pg. 12) : Playback : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search : Rewind/Shuttle search : Pause : Forward slow-motion : Reverse slow-motion : Audio Dubbing : Audio Dubbing Pause 4 Displays the date/time. ( pg.
EN 71 Warning Indications Indications Function Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. ( pg. 10) Appears when no tape is loaded.
72 INDEX Indications (cont.) EN Indications Function COPYING FAILED ● Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder. ( pg. 45) ● Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a MultiMediaCard: – when no MultiMediaCard is loaded. – when the MultiMediaCard's memory is full. – when the MultiMediaCard is not formatted. ( pg.
CAUTIONS EN 73 Video Light Battery Packs DANGER The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: Terminals 1. To avoid hazards . . . .... do not burn. .... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. .... do not modify or disassemble. ....
74 CAUTIONS (cont.) EN Cassettes LCD Monitor To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use . . . .... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark. .... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals. .... make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting. .... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all.
EN 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . . .... allow it to become wet. .... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. .... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. .... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. .... expose the lens to direct sunlight. .... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. .... swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap or the grip. 5.
76 TERMS EN A F AC Power Adapter/Charger ..................... pg. 6, 7 Audio Dubbing ........................................ pg. 58 Auto Focus ............................................... pg. 21 Auto Shut off ...................................... pg. 15, 31 Fade-In/Out ........................................ pg. 26, 27 Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. pg. 31 Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. pg. 31, 50 B Gain Up ......................................
EN 77 P T Picture Quality Mode ............................... pg. 12 Picture Wipe/Dissolve ......................... pg. 26, 27 Playback Special Effects ............................ pg. 51 Playback Zoom ........................................ pg. 50 Power Switch Position .............................. pg. 13 Programme AE With Special Effects ........... pg. 28 Protecting Images ..................................... pg. 37 Provided Accessories .................................. pg.
78 SPECIFICATIONS EN Camcorder For General Power supply : DC 6.3 V DC 7.2 V Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewfinder off Video light Dimensions (W x H x D) : : : : Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker : : : : : : : : : : (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) (Using battery pack) Approx. 4.3 W Approx. 5.3 W Approx. 3.
EN 79 For Digital Still Camera Storage media : MultiMediaCard Compression system : JPEG (compatible) File size : VGA: 640 x 480 pixels Picture quality : 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD) Approximate number of storable images (with an optional MultiMediaCard [8 MB]) FINE : 100 STANDARD : 200 (with the provided MultiMediaCard [16 MB]) FINE : 200 STANDARD : 400 For Connectors : Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output C : 0.
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