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Technicolor - Thomson HP 270 User's Manual

1. Optional Provided 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 VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power lamp Power Switch Lock Button When the Power Switch is set to EY BX appears When set to M or EN there is no indication When the Power Switch is set to EY or M and the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY the selected image size VGA or XGA is displayed When set to VIDEO there is no indication VGA ex 7 Operation Mode Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power Switch Position M Manual Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording try this mode O Full Auto Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments Suitable for standard recording OFF Allows you to switch off the camcorder Allows you to play back a recording on the tape Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card to a computer VIDEO MEMORY Switch Position VIDEO Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape If REC SELECT is set to ek Die MI in t
2. NOD Connectors Controls D E MAIL CLIP REC Button P p n i pg MENU Button eee ts pg Ge B tllon en seni epu ts pg LCD Monitor Brightness Control MONITOR BRIGHT A i pg LO Power Zoom Ring TW ts pg e SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring 4 I Lese t pg Recording Start Stop Button t pg e Play Pause Button P M t pg 9 Power Switch ID M GEM OPT t pg D Lock B tton une rs pg Snapshot Button SNAPSHOT t pg 27 28 51 59 9 e D SOUND Button ossee pg Stop Button MM CG pg INDEX Button 1 nce e c pg 31 D SET SELECT Button ts pg Battery Release Switch BATI RELEASE 4 2h i pg OPEN EJECT Switch ts pg FOCUS Button ee ry pg BLANK Button treten i pg D I VIDEO MEMORY Switch VIDEO MEMORY eene i pg D I e EXPOSURE Button pg Speaker Volume Control VOL E erret CG pg BACKLIGHT Button uu cesses ts pg Speaker Volume Control IVOL ii ite etes ty pg Dioptre Adjustment Control sseseseees t pg QD Lock Button e rs pg 60 39 39 219 20 22 19 22 17 vA 10 13 92 25 17 53 22 Do 222 T 19 The connector is located beneath a cover Audio Video Output Connector AV OUT ea tz pg 23 57 69 6 Digital Video Connector DV IN OU
3. 5 Second Recording Mode Frame By Frame Playback Gaim UP tx pg 40 loe re CG pg 40 42 Image Size Mode PP P PPnnn t pg 16 Index Playback u einer tx pg 31 Index Screen i e ete t pg 30 Initialise A Memory Card tx pg 37 Insert Editing erro ei tx pg 67 Interface Shooting sss tx pg 20 TRS ae od Hoe eU M M Mo t pg 53 Itis Locle ette rte tx pg 53 Journalistic Shooting ee tx pg 20 Jump Playback L LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications sese tx pg 86 90 Load A Tape M Manuual EOCUS oerte teint pg 52 Memory Can c pg 15 92 Menu Screen CAMERA eene CG pg 40 Menu Screen DISPLAY t pg 42 44 Menu Screen DSC sessssesseeee t pg 42 Menu Screen MANUAL c pg 40 41 Menu Screen MEMORY t pg 29 37 44 Menu Screen SYSTEM CG pg 41 44 Menu Screen VIDEO t pg 43 M n tone E t pg 48 Motor Drive Mode PP PPnnn rc pg 51 MultiMediaCard sss ce pg 15 92 N Night Mode PP nn tx pg 47 e 95 P T Picture Quality Mode sss PEG Tally cernentes c pg 19 41 Picture Wipe Dissolve t pg 49 50 Tele Macro ceee t pg 40 Playback Special Effects Ct pg 64 Time Code
4. FEATURE Frame By Frame Playback PURPOSE To allow frame by frame search during video playback To move image press 2 Right while keeping DER DON By F Playback duri il SHIFT held down To change to Frame By Frame Playback during sti playback press SLOW I gt repeatedly for forward or SLOW t repeatedly for reverse Each time it is pressed the frame is played back FEATURE Playback Zoom PURPOSE To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback OPERATION 1 Press PLAY to find the scene of interest 2 Press the Zoom Buttons T W on the remote control Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder s remote sensor Pressing T zooms in 3 You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture While holding down SHIFT press E Left D Right D Up and H Down To end zoom press and hold W until magnification returns to normal Or press STOP lll and then press PLAY gt NOTES e Zoom can also be used during slow motion and still playback e Due to digital image processing the quality of the image may suffer 64 PLAYBACK EFFECT 31d 1 CLASSIC FILM 2 BIW MONOTONE 3 SEPIA 4 5 STROBE VIDEO ECHO Q PLAY EFFECT PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu EFFECT ON OFF IE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont FEATURE
5. ce pg 21 42 44 Playback Zoom re pg 63 Tripod Mounting E pg 11 Power Switch Position seEFpg 17 Twilight u ettet etae tx pg 48 Program AE With Special Effects c pg 47 48 U Protecting Eileen OF pg 32 Provided Accessories scssssssss re pg 5 Unload A Tape rz pg 13 R V Random Assemble Editing gt pg 68 72 VIDEO MEMORY Switch tx pg 17 Record Standby pg 19 Video Echo t pg 48 Recording Mode sss rspg 14 Viewfinder Adjustment en c pg 11 Remote Control pg 61 W S aee E a CG pg 42 Rewind EE tr pg 22 White Balance needed tx pg 54 Wide Mode C7 pg 41 S Wind C t 222 222 ma c pg 41 SD Memory Card iicet re pg 15 92 Wipe In Out sse t pg 49 50 Self Recording sss rpg 20 Z Sepia tee o hme dote a aan een t pg 48 7 Set Remote Control VCR Code anna r gt pg 68 Ee le CG pg 20 Shuttle Search 2 222222 tx pg 22 Shutter Speed es ee pg 48 Slow Motion Playback pg 63 Slow Shutter u nennen tx pg 47 elle DT tx pg 27 51 Snapshot Mode nen tx pg 27 51 SMOW os t pg 48 Sound Mode P PPPPPnn tx pg 40 43 45 Speaker Volume sese tx pg 22 Specifications sss tx pg 96 97 Njee pe act t pg 48 Spotlight zeit herr etn tx pg 48 eg UE CG pg 41 Still Playback cerent eene tx pg 22 S
6. Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left WIPE CORNER corner or wipe out from lower left to upper right leaving a black screen The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward WIPE WINDOW the corners or comes in from the corners gradually wiping out to the centre WIPE SLIDE Wipe in from right to left or wipe out from left to right Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and WIPE DOOR right revealing the scene or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen or WIPE SCROLL wipes out from top to bottom leaving a black screen WH BW kl LI K o Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and ES WIPE SHUTTER bottom or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disap GHP o ssowve a ee EE The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right kp WIPE CORNER corner to the lower left corner The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen LJP WIPE WINDOW toward the corners covering the previous scene IK IP WIPE SLIDE Mas scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left o
7. If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 8 when a memory card eoii m oo po is not loaded the message COPYING FAILED is displayed If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode pg 41 is dubbed to a memory card the WIDE mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you wish to dub perform up to step 8 using the remote control provided pg 64 e Images are dubbed in VGA file size 60 E MAIL CLIP REC Button Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A v veoymemory Tape To A Memory Card E Mail Clip Switch Recording You can make video clips from recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via e mail 1 Load a memory card F pg 15 and cassette gt pg 13 Play Pause Button B E y4 Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down SNAPSHOT the Lock Button located on the switch Button 3 Press 9 M to start video playback then press E MAIL CLIP REC to engage the Record Standby mode E MAIL CLIP STANDBY appears and then E MAIL CLIP READY appears 4 At the moment you find the image you wish to dub press SNAPSHOT to start dubbing E MAIL CLIP RECORDING appears The camcorder stops E Mail Clip Recording automatically after approx 20 seconds and Lock Button Display E MAIL CLIP COMPLETED a
8. REC appears during recording PAUSE appears during Record Standby mode pg 19 5S Anim Displays the 5 second recording mode or Animation recording mode e I pg 40 46 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut down on noise created by wind c pg 41 Appears when the Insert Editing or Insert Editing Pause MIO mode is engaged pg 67 e Displays the sound mode for approx 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder c pg 40 Displays the Time Code pg 21 42 LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During D S C Recording Only CD Displays the Image Size mode of the stored image There are 2 modes available XGA and VGA in order of quality pg 16 2 Appears and blinks during shooting F pg 27 IBN E Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored af 10 100 image There are 2 modes available FINE and STD standard in order of quality pg 16 Appears during shooting Blinks when a memory card is not loaded pg 27 Displays the number of images that have already been shot pg 27 9 Displays the total number of shots that can be stored including those already taken pg 27 LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D S C Recording ee Appears when the Power Switch is set to EY t pg 17 Appears when GAIN UP is set to AUTO and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted pg 40 Appea
9. 6 C17 9 EN Functions With the camcorder s Power Switch set to BY or M With the camcorder s Power Switch set to K Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal Zoom T W Buttons Zoom in out pg 20 Zoom in out pg 63 DISPLAY Button c pg 24 57 69 SHIFT Button tx pg 63 68 SLOW Rewind Forward Buttons Left Right Buttons tx pg 63 CG pg 63 Q REW Button Rewind Reverse Shuttle Search on a tape pg 22 Displays previous file in a memory card F pg 29 FADE WIPE Button CG pg 70 Q EFFECT ON OFF Button CG pg 64 EFFECT Button t pg 64 D PAUSE IN Connector CG pg 69 D START STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start Stop Button on the camcorder D MBR SET Button CG pg 68 B SNAPSHOT Button Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder 14 Up Button INSERT Button tx pg 63 ts pg 67 D Down Button A DUB Button tx pg 63 t pg 65 D PLAY Button Starts Playback of a tape pg 22 Starts Auto Playback of a memory card pg 29 QJ FF Button Forward Forward Shuttle Search on a tape pg 22 Displays next file in a memory card F pg 29 D STOP Button Stops the tape pg 22 Stops Auto Playback pg 29 D PAUSE Button Pauses the tape pg 63 R
10. OPERATION Zoom In Turn the Power Zoom SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring anti clockwise Zoom Out Turn the Power Zoom SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise m The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring the quicker the zoom action NOTES Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus pg 52 then zoom in or out in Record mode Zooming is possible to a maximum of 100X or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom pg 40 e Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing and is therefore called Digital Zoom e During Digital zoom the quality of image may suffer e Digital zoom cannot be used in the following cases When digital image processing such as Picture Wipe Dissolve pg 49 50 or Video Echo pg 48 is activated Macro shooting as close as approx 5 cm to the subject is possible when the Power Zoom Ring is turned all the way clockwise Also see TELE MACRO in the Menu Screen on page 40 For other notes lt gt pg 75 SSS sh 21 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
11. in the Menu Screen Picture Wipe or Dissolve are being used in a scene transition e Set ZOOM to 40X or 100X in the Menu Screen pg 40 Disengage the VIDEO ECHO mode pg 20 47 48 Wait until the Picture Wipe or Dissolve effects are completed pg 20 49 Program AE with special effects and Fade Wipe Effects do not work The Power Switch is set to u n e Set the Power Switch to M pg 17 The Black amp White Fader does not work The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated Turn off Sepia and Monotone t pg 47 49 The Dissolve function does not work The Sepia Monotone or Slow Shutter mode of Program AE with special effects is activated WIDE MODE is set to SQUEEZE W in the Menu Screen The previously selected mode of Program AE with special effects was changed after the last selected scene for editing was registered Turn off Sepia Monotone or Slow Shutter before adding Dissolve to a scene transition t pg 47 49 Set WIDE MODE to CINEMA _ or OFF mode F pg 41 Make sure you have selected the mode of Program AE with special effects you want before starting editing pg 47 49 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 78en SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING cont POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 18 The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not
12. while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Shooting while using the LCD monitor Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in Open the LCD monitor fully Shooting while using the viewfinder Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked Pull out the viewfinder fully Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click otherwise it may be pushed back in during use The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed Press the Recording Start Stop Button REC appears while recording is in progress To Stop Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display press MONITOR BRIGHT or until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached t is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder NOTES e The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting e f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes the camcorder s power shuts off automatically To turn the camcorder on again push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re open the LCD monitor e When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape To avoid this refer to
13. GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is reached press KA on the camcorder Press KA on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press KU on the camcorder Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 10 As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes e Before you start dubbing make sure that the indica tions do not appear on the connected TV If they do they are being recorded onto the new tape To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV Date Time set DATE TIME to AUTO ON or OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 43 44 Time Code set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen pg 43 44 Playback Sound Mode Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays set ON SCREEN to LCD or LCD TV in the Menu Screen c pg 43 44 Or press DISPLAY on the remote control
14. SOUND EFFECT MODE SELECTION Load the provided memory card pg 15 and a cassette pg 13 Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to BY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Press INDEX The sound effects Index Screen appears Press or to select the desired sound effect Pressing D SOUND starts playback of the currently selected sound effect so you can check it without recording it onto the tape Press D SOUND again to stop the sound effect playback Press SET SELECT The selection is complete and the selected sound effect indication is displayed You can download sound data available at our Web Site see below for URL and transfer them from your PC to the memory card using an optional USB cable to create more sound effects http www thomson music com Sound data should be copied into the memory card s DCSD 100JVCGR folder The file names should be in numerical sequence starting from DVCO00001 mp3 Also refer to the instruction manual of the provided software Use the optional PC card adapter or floppy adapter to transfer sound data from a PC to the memory card ENO D SOUND Button FOR RECORDING cont SOUND EFFECT RECORDING Press D SOUND during recording The J J moves and the selected sound effect is recorded onto the tape
15. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears CAUTION Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation such as turning off the camcorder during deletion Also be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter Charger as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion If the memory card becomes corrupted initialise it pg 37 VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button a N T eh o Display DPOF Menu DPOF SELECT ALL RESET DPOF Confirmation Screen CANCEL EXECUTE END Setting Print Information DPOF Setting This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF Digital Print Order Format standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing which records information about the still images you wish to print such as the number of prints to make There are 2 print information settings available To print all still images one print for each explained below and To print by selecting still images and no of prints pg 36 TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES ONE PRINT FOR EACH Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to MEMORY then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select IM MEMOR
16. The sound effect cannot be heard from the speaker during recording Use a headphone set to hear the sound effect To cancel recording the sound effect midway press D SOUND again The camcorder stops record ing the sound effect NOTES Sound effects can also be used for Audio Dubbing pg 66 e Sound effects can also be selected during D S C playback mode pg 31 Sound effect recording is available only when the sound effect indication is displayed e Sound effects created on a PC can be transferred to a memory card by copying them into the memory card s sound folder with the specified file name For details refer to the instruction manual of the provided software However some sound effects created on a PC cannot be played back with this camcorder DUBBING To S VIDEO h our Docking Station S Video Audio Video cable cable mini plug to RCA optional plug provided I um To AUDIO VIDEO and S IN connectors We q E Cable Adapter optional If your VCR has a SCART connector use the optional cable adapter TV Connect when an S Video cable is not used Dubbing To A VCR Following the illustration connect the camcorder and the VCR Also refer to pg 23 and 24 Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the camcorder s Power Switch to
17. VIDEO MEMORY Switch Recording Start Stop Button Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button NOTES You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button e If the power is turned off after a scene is finished recording the stored point is erased disabling the Picture Wipe Dissolve combination When this happens the Picture Wipe Dissolve indicator blinks Also note that power shuts off automatically if 5 minutes elapse in the Record Standby mode e The sound at the end of the last recorded scene is not stored FADE WIPE SELECTION W Bd BW E EJ O O EH A and E3 Fade or Wipe works when video recording is started or when you stop recording 1 Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select Esl WIPE FADER then press SET SELECT Press or to select the desired function then press SET SELECT Selection is complete Press SET SELECT again e The WIPE FADER Menu disappears and the effect is reserved The indicator representing the selected effect appears A oC N 5 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to activate the Fade in out or Wipe in out
18. VMD270 THOMSON en AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED 8 17 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA PLAVBACK ING 18 25 VMD270 VIDEO PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA D S C RECORDING amp PLAYBACK 26 37 D S C RECORDING 27 28 D S C PLAYBACK ADVANCED FEATURES USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 39 45 FOR RECORDING 46 56 DUBBING 57 60 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 61 72 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 73 REFERENCES Mn AT PAL DETAILS eitig TROUBLESHOOTING 76 81 DSC USER MAINTENANCE DIGITAL STILL CAMERA Jg WUER et e SSC eg INSTRUCTIONS Den 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 e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents I 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 Aat refer to the Index I pgs 83 90 and familiarise yourself with button locations
19. e The video clip cannot be played back when the write E MAIL CLIP protection tab on the SD Memory Card is set to the LOCK COMPLETED position PLAYING FAILED CHECK CARD S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH appears Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder however this noise is not present in the actual video clips stored in the memory card USING THE REMOTE CONTI Transmitted beam effective area O1 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 Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two AAA RO3 size batteries See General Battery Precautions pg 91 Remove the battery compartment cover while pushing up the tab as illustrated Insert two AAA RO3 size batteries in the correct direction 3 Re attach the battery compartment cover When using the remote control be sure to point it at the remote sensor The illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting 62 EN Buttons EMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont 56 e JE et D 0 9
20. pg 92 CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT Appears if condensation occurs When this indication is displayed wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears TAPE Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to EY or M and the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback pg 75 DIFFERENT FORMATTED TAPE Appears if a tape in another format is loaded SET DATE TIME Appears when the date time is not set pg 12 Appears when the built in clock lithium battery is discharged and the previously set date time is erased pg 12 LENS COVER Appears after power is turned on if the lens cover is not slid down pg 19 A DUB ERROR Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape pg 65 A DUB ERROR CANNOT DUB ONALP RECORDED TAPE gt lt CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING CHECK TAPE S ERASE PROTECTION TAB gt MEMORY CARD Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode pg 65 Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16 bit audio pg 65 Appears if A DUB on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE pg 65 Appears if Audio Dubbing using Digital Sound Effects is a
21. the bottom 2 To prolong service life avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth 3 Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use These are not malfunctions While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up f you leave power on for a long time the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s anaes disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove CAUTIONS cont in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting anten nas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in
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23. Playback Special Effects PURPOSE To allow you to add creative effects to the video playback image OPERATION 1 To start playback press PLAY gt 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 The selected function is activated and after 2 seconds the menu disappears m To deactivate the selected effect press EFFECT ON OFF on the remote control Pressing it again re activates the selected effect m To change the selected effect repeat from step 2 above NOTES e When some Playback Special Effects are used the Multi Analyzer 4 and Multi Analyzer 9 Snapshot modes pg 51 are not available e The effects that can be used during playback are Classic Film Monotone Sepia Strobe and Video Echo The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording Refer to page 48 for more informa tion SS 65 Display Audio Dubbing ma Audio Dub MIC Standby mode The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12 bit mode c pg 40 NOTES e 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 23 Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will star
24. m This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard Only cassettes marked MK and memory cards marked S5 or MultiMediaCard can be used with this unit Before recording an important scene make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark Dy make sure you only use memory cards with the mark S or MultiMediaCard remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited Even if you record an event such as a show performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e Docking Station AC Power Adapter Charger Battery Pack DS270 ACD270 BPD270 gt Remote Control Unit DC Cord AAA R03 Battery x 2 TC120 for remote control unit MultiMediaCard 16 MB CD ROM Audio Video Cable Core filter Strap 63 5 mini plug to RCA plug for optional pg 6 for attachment USB cable NOTE In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter Oc How To Attach The Strap Thread one end of the strap through the eyelet then pass the other end through the loop Attach the screw to the tri
25. A EDIT Buttons t pg 68 72 SS htF 63 FEATURE Slow Motion Playback PURPOSE To allow slow speed search in either direction during video playback OPERATION 1 To change from normal to Slow Motion Playback press SLOW 1 or I more than approx 2 seconds After approx 5 minutes approx 20 seconds with a 80 minute cassette in Slow Rewind or Forward normal playback resumes Remote sensor m To stop Slow Motion Playback press PLAY P NOTES You can also engage Slow Motion Playback from Still Playback by pressing SLOW more than approx 2 Zoom Buttons CO seconds Up Button e During Slow Motion Playback due to digital image E processing the picture may take on a mosaic effect SHIFT 2 m e After SLOW 41 or is pressed and held the still Left or SLOW e uMon image may be displayed for a few seconds followed by Rewind Button PLAY a blue screen for a few seconds This is not a malfunc Soll tion There may be a small margin between the slow motion PAUSE Th b Il margin b he sl i Right or SLOW LL STOP playback start point you chose and the actual start Forward Button point for Slow Motion Playback e During Slow Motion Playback there will be distur bances in video and the picture may seem unstable especially with steady images This is not a malfunc tion Normal e During Slow Motion Playback press PAUSE M to playback pause playback
26. Exposure Control press EXPOSURE twice or set the Power Switch to E3 If EXPOSURE is pressed once the camcorder will enter the exposure control mode again To Brighten The Subject Quickly press BACKLIGHT is displayed and the subject is brightened If pressed again disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level Iris lock indicator 3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT Button Using BACKLIGHT Button may cause the light To Return To Automatic Iris Control around the subject to become too bright and the press EXPOSURE twice so that the exposure subject to become white control indicator and H disappear Or set the Backlight compensations is also available when Power Switch to EY the Power Switch is set to EY To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris NOTE after step 2 of Exposure Control adjust the You cannot use the manual exposure control at the exposure by pressing or Then lock the iris in same time with backlight spotlight pg 48 step 3 of Iris Lock For automatic locking press compensation and SNOW pg 48 EXPOSURE twice in step 2 The iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds SET SELECT Button Button BACKLIGHT Iris Like the pupil of the human eye it contracts in well lit environments to keep too much light from entering and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light EXPOSURE Butto
27. The DELETE Deletion Deletion Confirmation Screen appears CANCEL Confirmation ID LL Screen Press or to select EXECUTE and press SET SELECT The selected files are deleted and the normal playback screen appears To cancel deletion press or to select CANCEL and press SET SELECT NOTES Protected files pg 32 cannot be deleted with the above operation To delete them remove protection first e Once files are deleted they cannot be restored Check files before deleting JO Acn D S C PLAYBACK kent TO DELETE THE DISPLAYED FILE MENU Button Before doing the following perform steps 1 through 3 on page 33 Button 4 P N SET SELECT Button Press or to select CURRENT and press SET SELECT The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears Press or to select EXECUTE and press SET SELECT The currently displayed file is deleted elf CURRENT FILE IS PROTECTED appears the file is protected and cannot be deleted gt pg 32 To cancel deletion press or to select CAN CEL and press SET SELECT 5 TO DELETE ALL FILES Before doing the following perform steps 1 through 3 on page 33 5 Press or to select EXECUTE and press SET SELECT All the files are deleted e To cancel deletion press or to select CANCEL and press SET SELECT Press or to select ALL and press SET SELECT
28. The Confirmation Screen appears Press or to select EXECUTE and press SET SELECT The normal playback screen appears e To cancel selection press or to select CAN CEL and press SET SELECT To Reset The No Of Prints select RESET in step 5 on pg 35 The number of prints is reset to O for all still images CAUTION While performing the above never disconnect power as this may cause the memory to be corrupted NOTES If you load a memory card already set as shown above in a printer compatible with DPOF it will make prints of the selected still images automatically To print images recorded on a tape first dub them to a memory card pg 59 VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button A Q eh o MEMORY Menu CANCEL EXECUTE FORMAT CANCEL EXECUTE Confirmation Screen ERASE ALL EXISTING FILES Initialising A Memory Card You can initialise a memory card anytime ENO After initialising all files and data stored in the memory card including those which have been protected are cleared fully Press MENU The Menu Screen appears SELECT The MEMORY Menu appears NO SOUND FILES appears CANCEL and press SET SELECT CAUTION e To cancel initialisation press or to select Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to MEMORY
29. To Deactivate The Selected Effect B select OFF in step 4 PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION P RP OP fp lp AP and Ep The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video recording is started 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 above Engage the Record Standby mode If you select Picture Wipe Dissolve during recording press the Recording Start Stop Button when one scene is finished The point at which the scene ended is stored in memory If you select Picture Wipe Dissolve during Record Standby mode press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording and press it again when one scene is finished The point at which the scene ended is stored in memory If you select Picture Wipe Dissolve during Record Standby mode after performing a Picture Wipe Dissolve the point at which the scene ended is already stored in memory 3 If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording without having turned the camcorder s power off the previous scene wipes out revealing the new scene 500 FOR RECORDING cont Fader And Wipe Menu Menu Effect FADER WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen Fade in or out with a black screen FADER BLACK Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen or fade FADER B W out from colour to black and white Fade in or out with a full screen mosaic effect MOSAIC
30. VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY if there are no image files stored in the memory card PLEASE FORMAT NO FILES STORED Appears if there are no video clip files stored in the memory card when the video clip mode is engaged by pressing the SET SELECT button Appears after a memory card is initialised Appears if there are no sound files stored in the memory card when the NO SOUND FILES sound effect mode is engaged by pressing the SET SELECT button or D SOUND is pressed during video recording Appears when a file in a format other than MP3 for digital sound or DCF ile Vnsuppolted me for image is selected The error indications E01 E06 show what type of malfunction has E01 E06 VE as UNIT IN SAFEGUARD occured When an error indication appears the camcorder turns off MODE REMOVE AND automatically Remove the power supply battery etc and wait a few REATTACH BATTERY minutes for the indication to clear When it does you can resume using the camcorder If the indication remains consult your nearest THOMSON dealer Appears when the camcorder takes more than 60 seconds to recognise the loaded memory card Remove the memory card once and insert it again Repeat these procedures until no indication appears If the indication still appears the memory card is corrupted CHECK CARD S WRITE Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images while a copy PROTECTION SWITCH protected SD Memory Card
31. back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re open the LCD monitor The Motor Drive mode pg 51 is disabled when the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY When a cable is connected to the AV connector the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker however it is recorded onto the tape Still images taken are compliant to DCF Design rules for Camera File systems They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF In the XGA mode images are shot in 720 x 576 pixels and they are converted and stored in the XGA mode file size 1024 x 768 pixels e 29 Normal Playback Of Images Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered then stored in numerical order in the memory card You can view the stored images one at a time Play Pause much like flipping through a photo album Button gt I VIDEO MEMORY Switch 1 Load a memory card r pg 15 Power Switch Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to MEMORY then set the Power Switch to EEM while pressing ei down the Lock Button Open the LCD monitor fully W or pull out the viewfinder fully NS A stored image is displayed e Lock Button 3 Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise M to display the next image Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring anti clockwise Stop Button MI nee Ring 44 4 to display the previous image For N Playback To display the het Image For Auto Playback
32. case the camcorder s functions become unusable 44 e Remove the power supply battery pack etc and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear When it does you can resume using the camcorder If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times please consult your nearest THOMSON dealer The charger indicator on the AC Power Adapter Charger does not light The temperature of the battery is extremely high low Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high low temperatures To protect the battery it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10 C to 35 C pg 91 Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor The viewfinder is pulled out The LCD monitor s brightness setting is too dark Push the viewfinder back in Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor pg 19 If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees open the monitor fully pg 19 When the image is printed from the printer a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen This is not a malfunction By recording with DIS activated pg 40 this can be avoided When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector the camcorder does not operate The DV cable was plugged unplugged with power turned on Turn the camcorder s power off and on again then operate it The memory card
33. code is automatically set once you release MBR SET and the VCR s power comes on 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while holding SHIFT press the button on the remote for the desired function The functions the remote can control are PLAY STOP PAUSE FF REW and VCR REC STBY you do not need to press SHIFT for this one You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with THOMSON VCRs and those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions NOTES e f the VCR s power does not come on in step 1 try another code from the VCR CODE LIST Some brands of VCR do not come on automati cally In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 e f the remote control is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR e When the remote control s batteries run out the VCR brand you have set will be erased In that case replace the old battery with a new one to reset the VCR brand To EDIT ES To S VIDEO To AV OUT OUT Editing cable Audio Video provided cable provided S Video cable optional To AUDIO VIDEO A and ISI IN connectors E I If your VCR has the SCART connector use the optional cable adapter A B To Remote PAUSE or R A EDIT SE Win C To PAUSE DISP
34. following situations following situations When shooting a moving subject When shooting using reverse lighting or when the When the distance to the subject changes so its background is too bright size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder When shooting on a reflective natural background changes such as when the subject is backing such as at the beach or when skiing away When the background is overly dark or the When shooting on a reflective natural background subject is bright such as at the beach or when skiing MWon Shooting objects under a spotlight 1 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down When zooming the Lock Button located on the switch Open the When the subject is close keep the iris locked LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Even when the subject moves away from you the image will not darken or brighten 2 Press EXPOSURE The exposure control Before the following steps perform steps 1 and 2 indicator appear of Exposure Control 3 Press to brighten the image or to darken 3 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD the image maximum 6 monitor or the viewfinder then press and hold EE EE ERR SET SELECT for over 2 seconds The exposure 4 Press SET SELECT Exposure adjustment is control indicator and B appear complete Press SET SELECT D changes to D and i the iris is locked To Return To Automatic
35. is set to ek ET gt MI in the Menu Screen rx pg 42 520 FOR RECORDING kent Focus detection zone While focusing on a further While focusing on a nearer subject subject We Manual focus indicator 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 e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The following low contrast warnings appear blinking gt and A NOTES e If the lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty When condensation occurs wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally e When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first pg 20 If zoomed in in th
36. its legs to stabilise the camcorder It is not advised to use small sized tripods This may cause damage to the unit by falling over en 1 1 2 EN GETTING STARTED cont SET SELECT Button MENU Button Date Time Settings Button The date time is recorded onto the tape at all times but its display can be turned on or off during playback pg 43 44 Power lamp Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on Power Switch Press MENU The Menu Screen appears No Press or to select 3 DISPLAY and press SET SELECT The DISPLAY Menu appears W Press or to select CLOCK ADJ and press SET SELECT Day is highlighted Wa PROGHAN A Press or to input the day and press SET SELECT REUS Repeat to input the month year hour and minute MANUAL i Press or to select URETURN and press SET CM SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes A Built in Clock s Rechargeable Lithium Battery To store the date time in memory the clock s rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder While the DISPLAY Menu camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC ON SCREEN LCD TV Power Adapter Charger or while the battery pack attached j EEE 7 ads to the camcorder continues to supply
37. or Mm gud c pg 29 VIDEO MEMORY Switch is Set the VIDEO MEMORY set to VIDEO Switch to MEMORY A memory card cannot be played back The tape is moving but there is no picture Your TV has AV input Set the TV to the mode or terminals but is not set to its channel appropriate for video VIDEO mode playback pg 23 24 The cassette holder cover is Close the cassette holder open cover F pg 13 The LCD monitor image is distorted e During playback of the unrecorded portion High speed Search and still playback LCD monitor indications appear distorted This is not a defect Images on the LCD monitor The speaker volume is too are jittery great e Turn the speaker volume down tr pg 22 Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette pg 92 Blocks of noise appear during playback or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 42 The LCD monitor the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints 42 Wipe them gently with soft cloth Wiping strongly can cause damage pg 82 An unusual mark appears 43 Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor viewfinder indica tions pg 86 90 An error indication E01 E06 appears 44 A malfunction of some kind has occurred In this
38. power the clock s CLOCK 20 12 01 rechargeable lithium battery is always charged However RR ADU Treo if the camcorder is not used for approx 3 months the clock s lithium battery will become discharged and the date time stored in memory will be lost When this occurs first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter Charger for over 24 hours to charge the clock s rechargeable lithium battery Then perform the date time setting before using the camcorder Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the CLOCK EN 12 01 date time ADJ 17 30 NOTE Even if you select CLOCK ADJ if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder s internal clock continues to operate Once you move the highlight bar to the first date time parameter day the clock stops When you finish setting the minute and press SET SELECT the date and time begin operation from the date and time you have just set Cassette holder cover Cassette holder Make sure the window side is facing out OPEN EJECT PUSH HERE switch Erase protection tab To Protect Valuable Recordings slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of SAVE This prevents the tape from being recorded over To record on this tape slide the tab back to REC before loading it Be sure to press only the section labeled PUSH HERE to close the casset
39. progress 21 e Set WIDE MODE to CINEMA EI or OFF mode c pg 41 Do not try to use the Video Echo mode during a Fade In or Fade Out pg 47 49 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Even when Slow Shutter is not selected the image looks like it is activated e When shooting in the dark the unit becomes highly sensitive to light and the image takes on an effect similar to Slow Shutter 22 If you want the lighting to look more natural set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF in the Menu Screen pg 40 There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated The Picture Wipe or Dissolve function is in use 23 Do not try to use the Classic Film or Strobe mode during a scene transition pg 47 49 White Balance cannot be activated The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated 24 Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance pg 48 54 When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light vertical lines appear This is a result of exceedingly high contrast and is not a malfunction When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting the screen becomes red or black for an instant This is not a malfunction During recording the date time does not appear DATE TIME is set to OFF in the Menu Screen 27 e Set DATE TIME to ON in the Menu Screen F pg 42
40. recorded scene the time code continues from the last time code number To perform Random Assemble Editing c pg 68 72 time code is necessary If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape the time code is interrupted When recording is resumed the time code starts counting up again from 00 00 00 This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene To prevent this perform Recording From The Middle of A Tape below in the following cases When shooting again after playing back a Display recorded tape Frames are not displayed When power shuts off during shooting during recording When a tape is removed and re inserted during shooting When shooting using a partially recorded tape Seconds When shooting on a blank portion located partway through the tape Frames When shooting again after shooting a scene 12 34 24 25 frames 1 second then opening closing the cassette holder cover Minutes Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 1 Play back a tape or use Blank Search pg 25 to find the spot at which you want to start recording then engage the Still Playback mode pg 22 2 Set the Power Switch to El or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then start recording NOTES e The time code cannot be reset e During fast forwarding and rewinding the time code indication does not move sm
41. then set the Power Switch to EEM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder Press or to select IM MEMORY and press SET Press or to select FORMAT and press SET SELECT The Confirmation Screen appears Press or to select EXECUTE and press SET SELECT The memory card is initialised When initialisation is finished NO FILES STORED or Do not perform any other operation such as turning off the camcorder during initialisation Also be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter Charger as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation If the memory card becomes corrupted initialise it ADVANCED FEATURES USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT For Recording Menu For Playback Menu FOR RECORDING 5 Second Recording Program AE With Special Effects Fade Wipe Effects Snapshot For Video Recording Auto Focus Manual Focus Exposure Control Iris Lock White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation Digital Sound Effects DUBBING Dubbing To A VCR Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector Digital Dubbing Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card E Mail Clip Recording USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Installing The Batteries Slow Motion Playback Frame By Frame Playback
42. to play back by specifying its index number During normal playback of images press SET SELECT repeatedly to select the type of file you want to play back 2 Press FOCUS BLANK The Jump Screen appears Press or to enter the index number of the desired file and press SET SELECT e The file for the selected index number is displayed To cancel the Jump Playback while the Jump Screen is being displayed press FOCUS BLANK again VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET SELECT Button EN ip el Ge MEMORY Menu PROTECT Ld PROTECT Index Screen Padlock mark v If Protection is Normal playback removed PROTECT pesi pe sa Normal playback D S C PLAYBACK cont Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files When a padlock mark is displayed next to the index number that file cannot be deleted Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to MEMORY then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully A stored image file is displayed To protect the image file go to step 2 To protect the video clip file press SET SELECT once to engage the video clip mode E CLIP appears Then go to step 2 To protect the sound effect file press SET SELECT twice
43. warm environment wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover e Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder Even when the camcorder is switched off a cassette can be loaded or unloaded After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off however it may not recede It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading e When resuming recording once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased recorded over regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not See page 21 for information about recording from the middle of a tape en 19 The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a 1A GETTING STARTED cont SET SELECT Button MENU Button Button Sub Menu Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference Set the Power Switch to WI while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on Press MENU The Menu Screen appears No Press or to select D CAMERA and press SET SELECT The CAMERA Menu appears SS Press or to select REC MODE and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Select SP or LP by pressing or a
44. you to view the video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder video clips cannot be displayed on a connected TV You can look for the desired file using Index Screen below and pg 31 Total number of files JJEXPLOS ION Selected sound effect name Picture Type of file Quality Directory and File Selected file names VGA PEN Image Size Index number Protect icon 100 DVC00003 Directory and File names Shows that the selected file is in a directory called 100 and its file name is DVC00003 Each time shooting takes place a file name is made using a number which is larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are in use If the file name reaches DVC09999 a new directory will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001 In the playback screen pg 29 the directory and only the last four digits of the file name are displayed In the Index Screen for sound effects the name of the selected sound effect is displayed if the name is compatible with ID3TAG ver 1 or 2 Selected File A file is framed in green when it is selected Press or to move the green frame to the desired file To listen to sound effects pg 55 stored in a memory card during normal playback of image press SET SELECT pg 84 and 85 1 SET SELECT Button twice to engage the sound effect mode D SOUND appears Then pressing D SOUND pg 84 and 85 5 D SOUND Button can allow you t
45. AT the card t pg 37 ATTENTION Do not insert remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognise whether or not the card is installed To Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory Card Write protection tab Slide the write protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of LOCK This prevents the memory card from being recorded over To record on this memory card slide the tab back to the position opposite to LOCK before loading it 1 6 EN GETTING STARTED cont Picture Quality Mode Setting MENU Button The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match SET SELECT Button your needs Two Picture Quality modes are available z FINE and STANDARD in order of quality Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select DI DSC and press SET SELECT The DSC Menu appears Lock Button Press or to select QUALITY and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to select the desired mode and press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT DSC Menu O
46. Auto Playback Of Images Display A You can run through all the images stored in memory di automatically ye 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above 2 Press WM M to start Auto Playback 3 To end Auto Playback press Bl NOTES Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low numbered one this will not overwrite an existing image because new images are automatically stored after the last recorded one Images shot in a file size other than VGA XGA with devices that are compatible with DCF Design rules for Camera File systems will be displayed as reduced size thumbnail images These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC Images shot with devices that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder Unsup ported file will be displayed lt lt Total number of images To display the Displays the total previous image number of stored images Directory and File names Displays the directory and file names pg 30 Image number Displays the index number of the image file c pg 30 Date Displays the date when the image was shot if DATE TIME is set to ON in the Menu Screen c pg 43 44 D S C PLAYBACK cont To view video clips pg 60 stored in a memory card during normal playback of image press SET SELECT pg 84 and 85 1 SET SELECT Button once to engage the video clip mode E CLIP appears Then pressing We MIM can allow
47. C or use the DV cable provided with the capture board e If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered the camcorder does not enter the USB mode e The date time information cannot be captured into the PC Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software e The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector equipped capture board The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using USB MODE and or ACCESSING FILE appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC NEVER disconnect the USB cable while ACCESSING FILE is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage REFERENCES REFERENCES NGC CC DETAILS TROUBLESHOOTING Docking Station Controls Connectors And Indicators Indications CAUTIONS 75 t VIDEO RECORDING lt gt pg 19 20 O Perform charging where the temperature is between 10 C and 35 C 20 C to 25 C is the ideal temperature range for charging If the environment is too cold charging may be incomplete O Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack O Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack O To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio O Since the AC Power Ad
48. Card MultiMediaCard Still image JPEG compatible Moving image MPEG4 compatible 2 modes XGA 1024 x 768 pixels VGA 640 x 480 pixels 2 modes FINE STANDARD Approximate number of storable images with the provided MultiMediaCard 16 MB FINE STANDARD For other memory cards see pg 16 105 VGA 49 XGA 310 VGA 150 XGA Tas e O7 For Connectors AV Video output 1 V p p 75 Q analogue Audio output 300 mV rms 1 kQ analogue stereo DV Input output 4 pin IEEE 1394 compliant AC Power Adapter Charger ACD270 Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Mo 50 Hz 60 Hz Power consumption 23W Output Charge DC722Vzz 12A VTR DC 6 3 Vzz7 1 8A Dimensions W x H x D 68 mm x 44 mm x 110 mm Weight Approx 250 g Docking Station DS270 For General Dimensions W x H x D 48 4 mm x 36 mm x 79 mm Weight Approx 53 g For Connectors PHONE Headphone output 93 5 mm stereo USB TYPE B S VIDEO OUT Y 1 V p p 75 Q analogue output C 0 29 V p p 75 Q analogue output EDIT 03 5 mm 2 pole Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice 9S ew You can contact THOMSON by dialling 0845 601 3093 from 16 October 2000 for Great Britain all calls will be charged at local rate www thomson europe com Model and serial number THOMSON multimedia 46 quai A
49. DEMO MODE ON m CAM RESET gt WW SOUND IN MIC g Normal Screen 40m Menu Screen Explanations Es WIPE FADER PROGRAM AE EA W BALANCE G CAMERA REC MODE SOUND MODE 12 BIT IR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT cont Refer to Fade Wipe Effects pg 49 50 Refer to Program AE With Special Effects pg 47 48 Refer to White Balance Adjustment and Manual White Balance Opera tion pg 54 Allows you to set the recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference c pg 14 Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels and is recommended for use when performing audio dubbing Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models 16 BIT 10X Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models When set to 10X while using digital zoom the zoom magnification will reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged 40X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 10X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 40X digital magnification SNAP MOD GAIN UP Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 10X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 100X digital magnification Refer to Basic Shooting Snapshot pg 27 or
50. DJUSTMENT cont Menu Screen Explanations cont Display O For playback sound tape speed and tape running during video playback Each setting is linked with BJ DISPLAY or EA SYSTEM which appears when the Power Switch is set to M pg 41 42 The parameters are the same as in the description on pg 41 42 E21 SYSTEM 3 DISPLAY For type of file directory file name index number and total number during D S C playback ts pg 29 37 IW MEMORY DATE TIME setting For date during D S C playback ee For date time during video playback TIME CODE setting For time code Minutes Seconds Frames 25 frames 1 second 12 34 24 SS tete edo 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 43 select SOUND MODE or 12BIT MODE from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter STEREO Sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo SOUND MODE SOUND L x Sound from the L channel is output in stereo SOUND R A Sound from the R channel is output in stereo MIX Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both L and R channels in stereo 12BIT MODE 9 SOUND 1 Original sound is outpu
51. FRAME Snapshot mode with frame FULL Snapshot mode with no frame MULTI 4 Multi Analyzer 4 MULTI 9 Multi Analyzer 9 There is the sound effect of a shutter D S C RECORDING cont To Delete Unwanted Still Images when unwanted still images are stored in the memory card or its memory is full refer to Deleting Files c pg 33 and delete unwanted still images To Remove The Shutter Sound when you do not want to hear the shutter sound set BEEP to OFF in the Menu Screen pg 39 41 The sound is no longer heard from the speaker NOTES Even if MULTI 4 or MULTI 9 is engaged Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom or Night Mode pg 47 The image is stored in the VGA mode regardless of the image size mode setting pg 16 if MULTI 4 or MULTI 9 is engaged If SNAPSHOT is pressed when DIS is set to ON pg 40 the Stabiliser will be disabled If Snapshot recording is not possible PHOTO blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed If Program AE with special effects pg 47 is engaged certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording In such a case the icon blinks If shooting is not performed for approx 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to EX or M and power is supplied from the battery pack the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power To perform shooting again push
52. Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted Files stored in the memory card are protected 28 e Remove protection from the files stored in the memory card and delete them pg 32 34 The indicators and messages do not appear TIME CODE is set to OFF in the Menu Screen 29 e Set TIME CODE to ON in the Menu Screen F pg 42 43 Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish In places subject to low temperature images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor When this happens the displayed colours differ from those that are actually recorded This is not a defect of the camcorder When the LCD monitor s fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life images on the LCD monitor become dark Consult your nearest THOMSON dealer 30 Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor pg 19 20 The rear of the LCD monitor is hot The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot 31 Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF and let the unit cool down The indicators and the image colour on the LCD monitor are not clear This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 60m SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING cont POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 33 The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blin
53. I ODG c c na ee iet req eet tx pg 48 96n SPECIFICATIONS For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off viewfinder on LCD monitor on viewfinder off Dimensions W x H x D Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker For Digital Video Camera DC 6 3 V Using AC Power Adapter Charger DC 7 2 V Using battery pack Approx 4 1 W Approx 5 0 W 43 mm x 115 mm x 80 mm with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in Approx 340 g without battery and cassette Approx 410 g incl battery and cassette O C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C 1 4 CCD F 1 8 f 3 7 mm to 37 mm 10 1 power zoom lens It is not possible to attach any lens filter or conversion lens 2 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system Electronic viewfinder with 0 44 colour LCD Monaural Format Signal format Recording Playback format Cassette Tape speed Maximum recording time using 80 min cassette For Digital Still Camera DV format SD mode PAL standard Video Digital component recording Audio PCM digital recording 32 kHz 4 channel 12 bit 48 kHz 2 channel 16 bit Mini DV cassette SP 18 8 mm s LP 12 5 mm s SP 80 min LP 120 min Storage media Compression system File size Picture quality SD Memroy
54. LAY Connect when an S Video cable is not used MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg 23 and 24 7 A A THOMSON VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector A THOMSON VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R A EDIT connector connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector EI A VCR other than above connect the editing cable to the remote control s PAUSE IN connector Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to BER while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Turn the VCR power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to the VCR s instructions NOTES e Before Random Assemble Editing make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor If they do they will be recorded onto the new tape To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV Date Time set DATE TIME to AUTO ON or OFF in the Menu Screen pg 43 44 Time Code set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 43 44 Playback Sound Mode Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays Set ON SCREEN to LCD or LCD TV in the Menu Screen pg 43 44 Or press DISPLAY on the remote control e When editing on a VCR equipp
55. P WIPE DOOR like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the P WIPE SCROLL screen to the top The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre YIP WIPE SHUTTER toward the top and bottom of the screen MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button VIDEO MEMORY Lock Button Display CAMERA Menu SNAP MODE MULTI 9 NOTES To remove the shutter sound rs BEEP on pg 39 41 Even if MULTI 4 or MULTI 9 is engaged Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom or Night Mode pg 47 e If Snapshot recording is not possible PHOTO blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed e If Program AE with special effects pg 47 is engaged certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording In such a case the icon blinks e If SNAPSHOT is pressed when DIS is set to ON pg 40 the Stabiliser will be disabled e During playback as well all snapshot modes are available when O3 s MI COPY is set to OFF in the Menu Screen pg 43 However the shutter sound is not heard When a cable is connected to the AV connector the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker however it is recorded onto the tape EN 5 1 Snapshot For Video Recording This feature lets you record still images that look li
56. Playback Zoom Playback Special Effects Audio Dubbing Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects Insert Editing Random Assemble Editing R A Edit For More Accurate Editing SYSTEM CONNECTIONS Connection To A Personal Computer USING MENUS FOR DETAILED AD nog MENU Button For Recording Menu Button This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings pg 40 42 SET SELECT Button Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select the desired function icon and press SET SELECT The selected function menu appears Function menu setting depends on the function If you have selected ES WIPE FADER EEL PROGRAM AE or EA W BALANCE See pg 40 If you have selected f CAMERA ON Ox Di GAIN UP El MANUAL Ez SYSTEM Bl DISPLAY or fel DSC EAURETURN g0 to step 5 Press or to select the desired function and press E SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Then press or to select the parameter and press SET SELECT Selection is complete Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes The X icon represents END ca MELODY ON 7 TALLY
57. Pressing R A EDIT ON OFF on the remote control clears all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing e When the editing cable is connected to the remote control s PAUSE IN connector during dubbing make sure the remote control is pointed at the VCR s sensor and the path between the two is unobstructed e Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated time codes F pg 21 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Zen Program 1 OUT MODE Random Assemble i Editing Menu ONDARON EIDE EATR TIME CODE TOTAL 00 00 VIDEO Menu SYNCHRO ERR ON OFF NOTES Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing do a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check whether the value you have input is appropriate or not and make adjustments accordingly e Depending on the recorder there may be situations where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected E REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont For More Accurate Editing 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 For a cleanly edited tape confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR DIAGNOSING VCR CAMCORDER TIMING Play back the tape in the camcor
58. Recording From The Middle Of A Tape pg 21 e When sliding down the lens cover be sure not to touch the lens To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off amp pg 39 41 For other notes c pg 75 monitor recording Zoom display 10x WOT Digital zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio 10X optical zoom zone Power Zoom VIDEO RECORDING cont Journalistic Shooting In some situations different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction It can rotate 270 90 down ward 180 upward Interface Shooting The person you shoot can view himself herself in the LCD monitor and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 so that it faces forward When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx 105 the monitor image is inverted vertically If the viewfinder is pulled out at that time it also switches on Point the lens toward the subject yourself when self recording and start During Interface Shooting the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror FEATURE Zooming PURPOSE To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification
59. Snapshot For Video Recording pg 51 Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment The overall appearance may be grainy but the image is bright The shutter speed is automatically adjusted 1 25 1 200 sec Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at 1 25 sec shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode but the subject s movements are not smooth or natural The overall appearance may be grainy While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted 2 A is displayed To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification NOTES Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes When shooting dark or dim subjects When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting When shooting scenes with movement in various directions When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod e The QQ indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used Refer to 5 Second Recording IF pg 46 Allows you to record a few frames only By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots you can record the subject as though it is moving lt gt pg 46 Usually the distance to a subject where th
60. T i Link t pg 58 73 i Link refers to the IEEE1394 1995 industry specification and extensions thereof The amp logo is used for products compliant with the i Link standard amp Multi Connector When attached to the Docking Station this part is connected Indicators 23 Power Lamp no 4 Tally Lampen Other Parts H LCD Monitor Ej Battery Pack Mount Speaker sss B Strap Eyelet sss B Viewfinder seen E Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch tx pg 82 El Cassette Holder Cover pg 13 EB Stereo Microphone sssss t pg 65 Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here HI Lens It is not possible to attach any lens filter or conversion lens E lens Cover ecrit ts pg 19 ES Grip Belt Eyelet Remote Sensor sssssesseeee pg 61 E Tripod Mounting Socket c pg 11 E MEMORY CARD Cover 8 6 EN INDEX Indications LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only D Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode pg 41 Displays the selected Fade Wipe effect pg 49 50 Rotates while the tape is running pg 19 Displays the recording mode SP or LP pg 14 Displays the tape remaining time pg 19 eoe oe
61. T FINE twice The Menu Screen closes STANDARD Image Size Mode Setting The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs Two Image Size modes are available XGA 1024 x 768 pixels and VGA 640 x 480 pixels in order of quality MELOS VGA XGA 1 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on NOTES e The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in the images and the type of memory card being used e In the XGA mode images are shot in 720 x a a 576 pixels and they are converted and Press or to select IMAGE SIZE and press SET stored in the XGA mode file size 1024 x SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to 768 pixels select the desired mode and press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select DI DSC and press SET SELECT The DSC Menu appears A oC No Approximate Number of Storable Images Image Size Picture MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Quality Mode 8MB 16MB 32MB 16MB 32MB XGA FINE 24 49 100 46 97 XGA STANDARD 74 150 305 140 295 VGA FINE 53 105 215 100 210 VGA STANDARD 310 630 290 610
62. T twice to close the Menu Screen e 5S appears Press the Recording Start Stop Button The tally lamp lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of recording and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record Standby mode e Even if you press the Recording Start Stop Button again within 5 seconds after recording starts Record Standby mode is not engaged 7 To exit the 5S mode select OFF in step 5 To Take A Snapshot In The 5 Second Recording Mode instead of pressing the Recording Start Stop Button in step 6 select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen then press SNAPSHOT The camcorder records a 5 second still CF pg 51 When 5S is set to ANIM CF pg 40 this function is not available NOTE When 5S is set to ANIM in the Menu Screen the 5 second recording mode is not available Animation recording of a few frames only is taken instead CG pg 40 SS T IMPORTANT Program AE With Special Effects Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade Wipe Effects pg 49 50 If an unusable mode is selected its indicator blinks or goes out Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully 1 MENU Button Press MENU The Menu Screen appears SET SELECT Button Button Press or to select P PROGRAM AE then pres
63. Y and press SET SELECT The MEMORY Menu appears Press or to select DPOF and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to select ALL and press SET SELECT Selection is complete The Confirmation Screen appears Press or to select EXECUTE and press SET SELECT The normal playback screen appears To cancel selection press or to select CAN CEL and press SET SELECT To Reset The Setting select RESET in step 5 The setting is reset to O for all still images VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button Se as ENS DPOF Index Screen Confirmation Screen CANCEL EXECUTE D S C PLAYBACK cont TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND NO OF PRINTS Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg 35 Press or to select SELECT and press SET SELECT Selection is complete The DPOF Index Screen appears Press or to move the green frame to the image you wish to print and press SET SELECT Select the number of prints by pressing to increase the number or to decrease the number and press SET SELECT Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of prints e The number of prints can be set up to 15 To correct the number of prints select the image again and change the number Press to select EXIT and press SET SELECT Selection is complete
64. You can use Playback Zoom c pg 63 or Playback Special Effects c pg 64 in step 5 END 58 en 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 Open the Make sure all units are turned off Connect the connector cover camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO set DV cable 2 switch turn on the video unit s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the Video unit video unit equipped with DV connector Core filter c the camcorder s Power Switch to GEM while optional pressing down the Lock Button located on the To DV IN OUT Press II to play back the source tape W While watching the playback on the monitor engage the DV connector equipped video unit s record mode from the spot on the source tape you want to begin recording I NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 10 e If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are THOMSON video units both units will perform the same operation To prevent this f
65. apter Charger processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas O 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 O The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached O There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens Do not use force O Once the cassette holder is closed it recedes automatically Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover O When the Recording Start Stop button is pressed it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts gt starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording O The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used O TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded O During recording sound is not heard from the speaker To hear the sound connect optional headphones to the PHONE connector on the Docking Station The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback pg 22 O During Interface Shooting the Tape Running indicator and warning indications rx pg 89 90 a
66. ayback turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise gt or anti clockwise tal and hold it The search continues as long as you hold the ring Once you release it normal playback resumes A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search This is not a malfunction Slow Motion Playback Frame By Frame Playback Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects Available only with the remote control provided pg 63 64 Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch To start playback press P M e To stop playback press Ni e Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring anti clockwise 44 4 and release to rewind or clockwise BE and release to fast forward the tape during Stop mode To Control The Speaker Volume press VOL to turn up the volume or to turn down the volume NOTES e If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery the camcorder shuts off automatically To turn on again set the Power Switch to OFF then to DES e The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor viewfinder or on a connected TV pg 23 24 You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body e LCD monitor viewfinder indications When power is supplied from a battery the battery pack remaining power indicator is displaye
67. b Standby mode Load the provided memory card pg 15 and pou perform step 1 and 2 of page 65 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears FAPPLAUSE Sound effect indication Pee DIS a PRT a HEFTE Press or to select Ezl SYSTEM and press SET SELECT The SYSTEM Menu appears Press or to select SOUND IN and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to select D SOUND and press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes and the sound effect indication appears MENU Button INDEX Button Button 4 Press INDEX to access the sound effects Index Screen Press or to select the desired sound effect and press SET SELECT SET SELECT Button Press PLAY amp to begin Audio Dubbing The selected sound effect is dubbed onto the tape The JJ moves while it is being dubbed To stop dubbing the sound effect midway press D SOUND D SOUND Butt RR 7 Press STOP ll to end Audio Dubbing NOTES e After dubbing set SOUND IN back to MIC e The dubbed sound effect is recorded on SOUND 2 pg 45 If you press PAUSE WM to pause dubbing in step 6 the PAUSE selected sound effect indication remains displayed To resume dubbing press PLAY We STOP SS eO 7 Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded Display tape r
68. brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder pg 19 VOLUME Displays the speaker or headphone volume t pg 22 8 The level indicator moves Displays the time code pg 43 44 LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During D S C Playback Displays the type of file IMAGE E CLIP D SOUND Displays the directory and file names Appears only when displaying still imges pg 29 Displays the date Appears only when display ing still imges pg 29 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder pg 19 The level indicator moves Displays the total number of stored files pg 29 Displays the index number of the file pg 29 Warning Indications Indications nog Function Displays the battery remaining power AA I TD CCA 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 CY Appears when no tape is loaded pg 13 CHECK TAPE S ERASE PROTECTION TAB Appears when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE while the Power Switch is set to EY or M and the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO pg 17 HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording Use an optional cleaning cassette
69. cannot be removed from the camcorder e Push in the memory card a few more times pg 15 82 EN After Use 1 Turn off the camcorder 2 Slide down 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 Remove the cassette 3 Press PUSH HERE to close the cassette holder e Once the cassette holder is closed it recedes automatically Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover 4 Slide down BATT RELEASE 1 and remove the battery pack DO Cassette holder OPEN EJECT Switch PUSH HERE RELEASE Switch USER MAINTENANCE Cleaning The Camcorder 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 Open the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor To clean the lens blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper 4 Pull out the viewfinder fully Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the direction of the arrow Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at the side of the viewfinder and clean the interior of the viewfinder with it e If the gap is narrow turn the Dioptre Adju
70. d When power is supplied from an AC outlet TI does not appear During Stop mode none of the indications are displayed e When a cable is connected to the AV connector the sound is not heard from the speaker SSS te Se Connections Use the provided Audio Video cable and optional S Video cable To TV or VCR S Video cable To S VIDEO OUT optional To S VIDEO IN EE eg TV White to AUDIO L IN Audio Video cable moi mini plug to RCA Red to ToAVOUT plug provided AUDIO R IN T Docking Yellow to Station VIDEO IN VCR The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only Refer to Docking Station Attachment pg 24 When the S Video cable is not used 24m 1 Make sure all units are turned off 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration pg 23 If using a VCR go to step 3 If not go to step 4 Connect the VCR output to the TV input referring to your VCR s instruction manual 3 4 5 To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV Date Time Set DATE TIME to AUTO ON or OFF in the Menu Screen pg 43 44 Time Code set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen pg 43 44 Playback Sound Mode Tape Spe
71. d properly when inserting do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all This slackens the tape and can result in damage do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases 92n Memory Cards To properly use and store your memory cards be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting 2 While the memory card is being accessed during recording playback deletion initialisation etc never unload the memory card and never turn off the camcorder 3 Store memory cards away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets LCD Monitor 1 To prevent damage to the LCD monitor DO NOT push it strongly or apply any shocks place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on
72. der then point the remote control at the camcorder s remote sensor and press R A EDIT ON OFF Random Assemble Editing Menu appears 2 Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1 only In order to check VCR and camcorder timing select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit In point 3 Play back the dubbed scene e If any images from the scene prior to the transition you chose for your Edit In point were recorded that means your VCR moves too quickly from Record Pause to Record mode e If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress the VCR is slow to start recording ADJUSTMENT OF VCR CAMCORDER TIMING 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 The Menu Screen appears 5 Press or to select RJ VIDEO and press SET SELECT The VIDEO Menu appears Then press or to select SYNCHRO and press SET SELECT The value for SYNCHRO is highlighted 6 Based on the diagnostics performed you can now advance the VCR s record timing by pressing You can also delay the VCR s record timing by pressing The adjustment range is from 1 3 to 1 3 seconds in 0 1 second increments Press SET SELECT to finish the setting 7 Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 4 on page 70 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS USB cable
73. e tape the audio and video may be disrupted Make sure you only edit recorded areas e During Insert Editing when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion Insert Edting stops pg 89 68en VCR Recording deck L I E SZ d z Ei L m a XO p s C n 1 det I BE EB VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND VCR BRAND NAME CODE NAME DAEWOO o0 PHILIPS Ge e PANASONIC HITACHI JVC A B Cc LG GOLDSTAR MAGNAVOX SAMSUNG MITSUBISHI NEC PHILIPS TOSHIBA eoo 0000 00 000 00090000000009 oco 0000 00 00 6 00000 00000060 ZENITH 9999090 00 00 8989 098909 00 99 09090000000 0000 9009000 060 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont 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 61 SET REMOTE VCR CODE Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to the VCR CODE LIST press and hold MBR SET and enter the brand code The
74. e auto focus mode the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject This will not occur when TELE MACRO pg 40 is activated FEATURE Manual Focus PURPOSE To obtain correct focus OPERATION 1 If you are using the viewfinder you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments pg 11 2 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then press FOCUS BLANK c pg 84 and 85 i FOCUS BLANK Button The manual focus indicator appears 3 To focus on a farther subject press gt appears and blinks To focus on a nearer subject press 4 appears and blinks 4 Press SET SELECT Focus adjustment is complete To reset to Auto Focus press FOCUS BLANK twice or set the Power Switch to EY If FOCUS BLANK is pressed once the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again NOTES e Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths e When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer ik or amp will blink Fa ENOO Exposure Control Iris Lock Manual exposure control is recommended in the Use this function in the
75. e camcorder into focus To prevent this use of manual focus and or a tripod is recommended FOR RECORDING cont dd SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look B W MONOTONE Like classic black and white films your footage is shot in B W Used together with the Cinema mode it enhances the classic film effect W CLASSIC FILM Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect Wi STROBE Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots 232 VIDEO ECHO Adds a ghost to the subject giving your recording a fantasy feeling Zoom magnifica tion of over 10X is not available For SLOW Slow Shutter e When using SLOW the image takes on a strobe like effect e When using SLOW it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus To prevent this use of manual focus and or a tripod is recommended For SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT has the same effect as 3 with the exposure control 7 pg 53 SS 8 h n49 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 Program AE with special effects pg 47 48 If an unusable Fade Wipe Effect is selected its indicator blinks or goes out
76. e lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1 m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus SSS en 1 Menu Screen Explanations cont zi MANUAL Ed SYSTEM OFF Records with no change in the screen ratio For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio CINEMA Oo Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen During playback on wide screen TVs the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16 9 ET appears When using this mode refer to your wide screen TV s instruction manual During playback recording on 4 3 TVs LCD monitor viewfinder black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16 9 movie CINEMA mode is effective only when the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO SQUEEZE w For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16 9 Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion W appears When using this mode refer to your wide screen TV s instruction manual During playback recording on 4 3 TVs LCD monitor viewfinder the image is elongated vertically SOUEEZE mode is effective only when the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO Di
77. e or excessive heat as it may cause a fire or explosion WARNING Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire Lithium ion is vulnerable in colder The Benefits Of Lithium Ion Batteries temperatures Lithium ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity However when one is exposed to cold temperatures below 10 C its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function If this happens place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm protected place for a short time then re attach it to the camcorder As long as the battery pack itself is not cold it should not affect performance If you re using a heating pad make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it For other notes pg 75 Notches BATT RELEASE Switch ATTENTION Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction To AC outlet ke Power cord AC Power Adapter Charger dg ES To DC OUT terminal To battery pack mount GETTING STARTED cont USING THE BATTERY PACK 1 Insert the terminal end CO of the battery pack into the battery pack mount then firmly push the end 2 of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place as shown in the illustration To at
78. e with the manufacturer s instructions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equipment DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it is damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety It is illegal to watch television whilst driving DON T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided accordi
79. ed And Tape Running Displays for video playback Or Type of file Directory File Names and Image Number Total Number of Images for D S C Playback Set ON SCREEN to LCD or LCD TV in the Menu Screen pg 43 44 Or press DISPLAY on the remote control TV to its VIDEO mode Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the VIDEO PLAYBACK cont NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 10 To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card set the camcorder s Power Switch to EX or M then set your TV to the appropriate input mode Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture e While the Audio Video cable is connected to the AV connector sound cannot be heard from the speaker Docking Station Attachment First align the multi connector and screw on the Docking Station with the camcorder s multi connector and tripod mounting socket and tighten the screw When removing the camcorder loosen the screw and detach the camcorder NOTE While the Docking Station is attached to
80. ed with a DV input connector an optional DV cable can be connected instead of an S Video cable and audio video cable CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE EN 69 7 Oe REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont SELECT SCENES Program Point the remote control at the camcorder s remote al IN T DE Random eee L Assemble Editing sensor Press PLAY gt and then press RA EDIT ON 12 Menu OFF on the remote control The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears If using a Fade Wipe at the beginning of the scene press FADE WIPE on the remote control Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly and stop when the one you want is displayed You cannot use a Picture Wipe Dissolve at the beginning of Program 1 TIME CODE TOTAL 00 00 At the beginning of the scene press EDIT IN OUT on the remote control The Edit In position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu At the end of the scene press EDIT IN OUT The Edit Out position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu If using a Fade Wipe at the end of the scene press FADE WIPE Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly and stop when the one you want is displayed f you select a Fade Wipe effect for an Edit Out point the effect is automatically applied to the following Edit In point You cannot use a Picture Wipe Dissolve at the end of the last scene When you use Fade Wipe effects that time is included in the total time this does not apply
81. eference c pg 16 When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO MEMORY Switch set to VIDEO still images are recorded only onto the tape Factory preset NOTES When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO MEMORY Switch set to VIDEO still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the memory card e The RB CAMERA settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both EX and m e The El MANUAL settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to M e Ei SYSTEM and BJ DISPLAY functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to M are also applied when the Power Switch is set to GEM pg 43 CLOCK ADJ only appears when the Power Switch is set to M e The BJ DISPLAY settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to EX e The ON SCREEN setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control provided pg 24 57 69 end For Playback Menu MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button Comp pg 72 1 Th E appears SOUND MODE DG 12BIT MODE ld SYNCHRO MIMEMORY LG REC MODE eol 9 013 4 The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Press MENU The M
82. enu Screen appears Press or to select the desired function icon and press SET SELECT The selected function menu 4 Press or to select the desired function and press SET SELECT to display the Sub Menu Press or to select the desired parameter and press SET SELECT Selection is complete Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice to close the Menu Screen Menu Screen Explanations SOUND MODE pg 45 eo SOUND MODE EE 244 130 12BIT MODE SOUND 1 12BIT MODE CG pg 45 0 0 SYNCHRO t pg 72 Cas MICOPY OFF EQURETURN Ka BEEP Ska ON DEMO MODE ON CAM RESET SOUNDIN MIC o c a gt H REC MODE Allows you to set the video recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference pg 14 It is recommended you use REC MODE in the Ef VIDEO when using this camcorder as a recorder during digital dubbing pg 58 EJURETURN E ON SCREEN EES IRA GC DATE TIME AUTO TIME CODE OFF NOTES to GEM or M ON Enables dubbing of images recorded on a tape to a memory card pg 59 OFF Enables snapshots to be taken during video playback CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN settings by pressing DISPLAY on the remote control provided e REC MODE can be set when the Power Switch is set pg 14 40 44m OR DETAILED A
83. eplacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints The original audio remains unchanged NOTES Before performing the following steps make sure that TIME CODE is set to ON in the Menu Screen pg 42 44 e Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the 12 34 LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape To perform Insert Editing while watching in the television make connections t pg 23 1 Play back the tape locate the Edit Out point and press PAUSE II Confirm the time code at this point pg 42 44 2 Press REW a until the Edit In point is located then press PAUSE M 3 Press and hold INSERT on the remote control then press PAUSE IIl 110 and the Time Code min sec appear and the camcorder enters Insert B Pause mode 4 Press START STOP to begin editing Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1 To pause editing press START STOP Press it again to resume editing 5 To end Insert Editing press START STOP then STOP W m Ww G START STOP 22 9 NOTES INSERT Program AE with special effects pg 47 48 can be REW T ATI ee d Soo used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert Editing Gy PAUSE sro 7 OO e During Insert Editing the date and time information pan changes f you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on th
84. er to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter Charger for over 24 hours to charge the clock s lithium battery pg 12 Recording cannot be performed For Video Recording The tape s erase protection tab is set to SAVE The Power Switch is set to qM or OFF The VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY e TAPE END appears The cassette holder cover is open For D S C Recording The VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO Set the tape s erase protection tab to REC r pg 13 Set the Power Switch to B or MW pg 17 Set the VIDEO MEMORY to VIDEO Replace with new cassette pg 13 Close the cassette holder cover Set the VIDEO MEMORY to MEMORY There is no picture The camcorder is not getting power or some other malfunction exists Turn the camcorder s power off and on again pg 17 Some functions are not available using the MENU Button The Power Switch is set to n e Set the Power Switch to M pg 17 The focus does not adjust automatically Focus is set to the Manual mode The recording was done in a dark place or the contrast was low The lens is dirty or covered with condensation Set Focus to the Auto mode pg 52 Clean the lens and check the focus again pg 82 The cassette will not load properly The cassette i
85. etc before use sius read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 91 through 93 before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT for owners in the U K Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug connect as follows Blue wire to terminal coded N Neutral or coloured black Brown wire to termina
86. g recording then use the Dissolve or Black amp White Fader during Random Assemble Editing It is not possible to use Fade Wipe effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing using a DV cable SS 8 sh en 1 1 7 8 TIME CODE TOTAL OUT Wd 00 25 02 05 Zb 07 18 08 31 3 03 33 05 53 EI BW 4E 09 30 13 15 el A 5 9 15 55 16 29 16 30 9 39 MODE rep Random Assemble Editing Menu VCR REC STBY AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR 1 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE M 1 Point the remote control towards the VCR s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY II or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode 1 Press START STOP on the remote control Editing proceeds as programmed right through to the end of the last registered scene When dubbing is complete the camcorder enters the Pause mode and the VCR enters its Record Pause mode e If you do not register an Edit Out point the tape will be dubbed all the way to the end automatically e If you operate the camcorder during automatic editing the VCR will enter its Record Pause mode and automatic editing will stop 1 Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the VCR To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press R A EDIT ON OFF on the remote control NOTES
87. he DSC Menu Screen still images are also recorded in the memory card MEMORY Allows you to record a still image or display a still image stored in the memory card VIDEO RECORDING amp PLAYBACK VIDEO GE PLAYBACK NC OC VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording Journalistic Shooting Interface Shooting Zooming Time Code Recording From The Middle Of A Tape VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback Still Playback Shuttle Search Connections Blank Search VIDEO RECORDING Power Lamp VIDEO MEMORY Switch Recording Start Stop Button Power Switch Lock Button 25min Tape remaining time indicator Approximate min gt 90 min 89 min gt 3 min Now calculating 0 min 1 min 4 2 min Blinking Blinking Blinking Tally lamp Lights while recording is in progress Lens Cover Slide up the lens cover to protect the lens when the camcorder is not in use Lock Button BRIGHT 0 MONITOR BRIGHT Button en 19 Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power pg 9 e Viewfinder Adjustment pg 11 Load A Cassette pg 13 e Recording Mode Setting pg 14 Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the Lock Button located on the cover Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to EY or M
88. he detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes Before you start recording make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion Display LL CAMERA D S C RECORDING amp PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA D S C RECORDING amp PLAYBACK D S C RECORDING Basic Shooting Snapshot D S C PLAYBACK Normal Playback Of Images Auto Playback Of Images Index Screen Index Playback Jump Playback Protecting Files Deleting Files Setting Print Information DPOF Setting Initialising A Memory Card D S C RECORDING e 2 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 e Power pg 9 e Viewfinder Adjustment pg 11 e Loading A Memory Card pg 15 e Picture Quality Image Size Mode Setting pg 16 SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION VIDEO MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button 1 Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the Lock Button located on the cover Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to MEMORY then set the Power Switch to WM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully SNAPSHOT Button Display CAMERA Menu Press MENU The Menu Screen appears SNAP MODE c 2 Press or to se
89. irror surface opposite to the printed surface Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface If the CD ROM gets dirty gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole using a circular motion Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray Do not bend the CD ROM or touch its mirror surface Do not store your CD ROM in a dusty hot or humid environment Keep it away from direct sunlight About moisture condensation You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner e Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local THOMSON dealer The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from function ing properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Charger etc and wait a few minutes and then re connect it and proceed as usual fro
90. is loaded CARD ERROR CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly the batteries are ex hausted Replace them with fresh ones Use only the following batteries AAA RO3 size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused the batteries can leak or explode 1 When replacing batteries refer to page 61 2 Do not use any different size of batteries from those specified 3 Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction A Do not use rechargeable batteries 5 Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode 6 Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire 7 Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions 8 Do not recharge the provided batteries Battery Packs 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 do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60 C as this may cause the battery to o
91. ital Dubbing no signals are output from the AV output connector o9 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape VIDEO MEMORY To A Memory Card Switch Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card Load a memory card lt pg 15 and cassette pg 13 Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen c pg 27 to use for dubbing the image to the memory card Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch MENU Button SET SELCT Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or Button 16 to select EA VIDEO and press SET SELECT The Play Pause VIDEO Menu appears Button gt II 3p EN a g Press or to select O9 s MI COPY and press E Ir SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to SL 5 select ON and press SET SELECT Selection is EN fe complete Press or to select URETURN and press SET N SELECT twice The normal playback screen resumes To select a still image to be dubbed start playback by pressing We lll At the moment you find the image you wish to dub press it again to engage Still Playback Lock Button SNAPSHOT Button To start dubbing press SNAPSHOT The selected image is stored in the memory card es 3 blinks during dubbing Display VIDEO Menu NOTES
92. k 33 Certain Fade Wipe effects certain modes of Program AE with special effects DIS and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time 33 Re read the sections covering Fade Wipe effects Program AE with special effects and DIS pg 40 47 50 Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 During recording sound cannot be heard 35 The optional headphones are not connected to the headphones connector The sound volume of the headphones connector was not adjusted appropriately The sound volume at this point is the same as the level it was adjusted to during playback 35 Connect the optional headphones to the headphone connector rx pg 83 Adjust the sound volume during playback pg 22 Play Rewind and Fast The Power Switch is set e Set the Power Switch to Forward functions do not to EY or M r pg 22 work VIDEO MEMORY Switch is Set the VIDEO MEMORY set to MEMORY Switch to VIDEO The Power Switch is set to Set the Power Switch to By
93. ke photographs onto a tape SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select CAMERA then press SET SELECT The CAMERA Menu appears Press or to select SNAP MODE then press SET SELECT Press or to select the desired Snapshot mode then press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes The available Snapshot modes are as the same as those on page 28 SNAPSHOT RECORDING U OA UO N Press SNAPSHOT PHOTO appears while the snapshot is being taken If you press during Record Standby PHOTO appears and a still image will be recorded for approx 6 seconds then the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode If you press during Recording PHOTO appears and a still image will be recorded for approx 6 seconds then the normal recording resumes e Regardless of the Power Switch position EY or MJ Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode Motor Drive Mode Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography Interval between still images approx 1 second e The Motor Drive mode is disabled when REC SELECT
94. l White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment and select H MWB Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen rapidly When the setting is completed NA resumes normal blinking Press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance indicator N is displayed 3 Press SET SELECT until 8 begins blinking f MENU Button White paper Button SET SELECT Button Power Switch NOTES In step 2 it may be difficult to focus on the white paper In such a case adjust focus manually pg 52 A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors natural flourescent candlelight etc Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings Use this function for a more natural result e Once you adjust white balance manually the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed MENU Button Button VIDEO MEMORY Switch Q ducers Button JE D SOUND Button Lock Button Display Index Screen for sound effects i Selected Lacu cos cal Ls cal framed in Sound effect indication Digital Sound Effects
95. l coded L Live or coloured Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTIONS m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel m When you are not using the AC Power Adapter Charger for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit e The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom Caution applies to Docking Station AN To reduce the risk of fire do not remove cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service person END CAUTIONS e This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the BPD 270 battery packs and to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet use the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries When the equi
96. l erasure a padlock mark appears next to the index number and that file cannot be deleted SSS h eno 1 INDEX Button Button FOCUS BLANK Button SET SELECT Button Index Screen for images EXIT mer Id Index Screen 1 for video clips Index Screen for sound effects pas Display JUMP MENU Jump Screen Total number of files SELECT SET SET SELECT CANCEL BLANK Index number Index Playback You can view the files still images video clips c pg 60 or sound effects pg 55 66 stored in memory six at a time Use this mode when looking for a file you wish to view or hear Perform steps 1 and 2 of Normal Playback on pg 29 To display the Index Screen for images go to step 3 for video clips pg 60 press SET SELECT once to engage the video clip mode E CLIP appears Then go to step 3 for sound effects pg 55 press SET SELECT twice to engage the sound effect mode D SOUND appears Then go to step 3 Press INDEX The Index Screen appears Press or to move the green frame to the desired file and press SET SELECT The file selected in the Index Screen is displayed or played back To start playback of the selected video clip press kt To stop playback midway press Bl To start playback of the selected sound effect press D SOUND Jump Playback You can call up directly a file you want
97. lect f CAMERA then press SET SELECT The CAMERA Menu appears MULTI 9 Press or to select SNAP MODE then press SET SELECT A oC N Press or to select the desired Snapshot mode then press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes SNAPSHOT RECORDING Ci 1 Press SNAPSHOT PHOTO appears while the snapshot Image Size mode Displays the Image Size mode of the stored image There are 2 modes available XGA and is being taken The image is stored in the memory card Regardless of the Power Switch position EV or VGA c pg 16 MJ Snapshot recording takes place using the Display selected Snapshot mode VGA T FINE 10 100 Picture Quality mode Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image There are 2 modes available FINE and STD Standard c pg 16 4 Total number of shots Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored including those already taken The number increases or decreases depending on the shots stored the Picture Quality Image Size mode etc Number of shots taken Displays the number of images that have already been shot Card icon Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded Shooting icon Appears and blinks during shooting PIN UP Pin Up mode
98. m the beginning 94 en TERMS F AC Power Adapter Charger pg 9 10 Animation ESELA A EEE ANAE CF pg 40 Audio Dubbing tx pg 65 Auto Date t pg 42 Auto Focus t pg 52 Auto Playback Eg pg 29 Auto Shut oft tz pg 19 28 B Backlight Compensation o s pg 53 Battery LOW cst rre ees t pg 89 Battery Pack tx pg 9 10 91 Eesen Ee CG pg 41 Blank Search eee erren eere ees pg 25 Brighten The LCD Monitor Pn pg 19 Built in Clock s Lithium Battery gt pg 12 C Channels Left Right sssss rc pg 45 Charge The Battery Pack ssss tr pg 9 Cinema rnane eriei CG pg 41 Classics Ei Img tx pg 48 Clean The Camcorder ssec tx pg 82 Connections tx pg 9 10 23 57 58 69 73 D Darken The LCD Monitor assesses tx pg 19 Date Time Display t pg 42 44 Date Time Settings rc pg 12 Deleting Files c pg 33 34 Demonstration Mode t pg 7 41 Digital Sound Effect rc pg 55 Digital Zoom c pg 20 40 DIS Digital Image Stabiliser t pg 40 DPOF Digital Print Order Format pg 35 36 RIIT pg 57 60 E E Mail Clip Recording ss pg 60 Erase Protection necces t pg 13 15 Exposure Control eese t pg 53 Facteure ege Fast Forward The Tape
99. n Power Switch O4 en White Balance Adjustment 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 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears 3 Press or to select EA W BALANCE then press SET SELECT The W BALANCE Menu appears 4 Press or to select the desired mode AUTO White balance is adjusted automatically factory preset V MWB White balance is set manually FINE Outdoors on a sunny day ge CLOUD Outdoors on a cloudy day 8 HALOGEN A video light or similar type of lighting is used 5 Press SET SELECT Selection is complete Press SET SELECT again The Menu Screen closes and the selected mode indicator except AUTO appears To Return To Automatic White Balance select AUTO in step 4 Or set the Power Switch to EY NOTE White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone t pg 48 is activated FOR RECORDING cont Manual White Balance Operation Perform Manua
100. n stration stops the demonstration temporarily If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off To cancel Automatic Demonstration 1 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select SYSTEM and press SET SELECT The SYSTEM Menu appears Press or to select DEMO MODE and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to select OFF and press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The normal screen appears NOTE If you do not slide the lens cover down you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder SET SELECT Button DEMO MODE en MENU Button Button GEITING STARTED GETTING STARTED Viewfinder Adjustment Tripod Mounting Date Time Settings Loading Unloading A Cassette Recording Mode Setting Loading A Memory Card Picture Quality Mode Setting Image Size Mode Setting Operation Mode SS e 9 Protruding part Power Battery pack This camcorder s 2 way power supply system lets you CHARGE choose the most appropriate source of power Do not use indicator To provided power supply units with other equipment POWER ms AC outlet i
101. nd press SET SELECT Press or to select URETURN and press SET SELECT twice The Menu Screen closes e Audio Dubbing pg 65 and Insert Editing pg 67 are impossible on a tape recorded in the LP mode e LP Long Play is more economical providing 1 5 times the recording time NOTES e If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder e During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound EN SSS en 15 Loading A Memory Card 1 Make sure the camcorder s power is off 2 Open the card cover MEMORY CARD Insert the memory card firmly clipped edge first eodd Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of 9ro over the label 4 Close the card cover To Unload A Memory Card AM in step 3 push the memory card then the memory card comes out of the camcorder automatically Pull it out and close the card cover NOTES Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked S or MultiMediaCards marked MultiMediaCard Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder Before purchasing a memory card consult its manufacturer or dealer Before using a new memory card it is necessary to FORM
102. ndicator CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 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 Adapter Charger MED s zz ag y ul llllll 2 Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned DC OUT connector with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter Charger The CHARGE Indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started Battery pack Charging time 3 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Remove the battery by pushing up the protruding part Remember to unplug the AC Adapter Charger s power cord from the AC outlet BPD270 approx 1 hr 30 min NOTES f the protective cap is attached to the battery pack remove it first If you connect the camcorder s DC cord to the AC Power Adapter Charger during battery charging power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period the CHARGE indicator may not light In this case remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter Charger then try charging again e f the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced Please purchase a new one About Batteries DANGER Do not attempt to take the batteries apart or expose them to flam
103. ng to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry 4 en ji _ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 strap Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit or in a malfunction Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover Do not let children operate the camcorder as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces It could tip over causing serious damage to the camcorder CAUTION Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables S Video Editing etc connected then leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall resulting in damage IV em MultiMediaCard
104. o listen to the sound effect You can look for the desired file using Index Screen below and pg 31 Index Screen The files you stored can be displayed together with their index information Convenient for checking files stored beforehand the Index Screen also shows the Picture Quality Image Size mode directory and file names as well as which files are protected against accidental erasure To display the Index Screen CG pg 31 IMAGE E CLIP SOUND Type of File Displays the type of file of the displayed index screen There are 3 types available IMAGE for still images E CLIP for video clips pg 60 SOUND for sound effects pg 55 66 1 Index number Index numbers are marked from 1 For example when 10 files are stored index number 1 to 10 if three files with index numbers 2 4 and 6 are deleted from memory the remaining files are automatically moved up to fill any gaps in the numerical sequence Therefore the number of remaining files is 7 and the new index numbers range from 1 to 7 F S Picture Quality Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image There are 2 modes available FINE and STANDARD in order of quality pg 16 Appears only when displaying still images VGA XGA Image Size Displays the size of the stored image There are 2 modes available VGA and XGA c pg 16 Appears only when displaying still images m Protect icon When a file is protected against its accidenta
105. oothly The time code is displayed only when TIME CODE is set to ON rx pg 42 43 When a blank portion is recorded on a tape Time code Time code Time code 00 00 00 05 43 21 00 00 00 Vv Already recorded scene EN Newly recorded scene Shooting start point Shooting stop point Shooting start point Proper recording Time code Time code Time code 00 00 00 05 43 21 05 44 00 Already recorded scene Latest scene Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point 22 VOL VIDEO MEMORY Switch VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback 1 Load a tape pg 13 Speaker Stop Button W Play Pause Button gt 11 Power Switch d Lock Button SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring 44 59 Still Playback Pauses during playback 1 Press M during playback 2 To resume normal playback press B E again e If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes the camcorder s Stop mode is automatically engaged After 5 minutes in the Stop mode the camcorder s power is automatically turned off When We I is pressed the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image Shuttle Search Allows high speed search in either direction 1 During playback turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring clockwise DB and release for forward or anti clockwise aal and release for reverse search 2 To resume normal playback press We M e During pl
106. optional Ev O To USB connector Ill A Core filter TN Open the connector cover Connection To A Personal Computer A Using USB cable This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software B Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector by using software equipped with the PC or commercially available software 1 2 Connect the camcorder to your PC using the appropriate cable as shown in the illustration If you are using the USB connection set the VIDEO MEMORY switch to MEMORY Only the still images stored in the memory card can be transferred to a PC Turn the camcorder s Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and turn on the PC Refer to the instruction manual of the software on how to transfer a still image to the PC To DV connector DV cable optional Core filter PC with DV connector NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack gt pg 10 Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder e When using a DV cable be sure to use an optional DV cable depending on the type of DV connector 4 or 6 pins on the P
107. ot reset all settings to the factory preset EXECUTE Ezd SYSTEM Resets all settings to the factory preset Enables sound input from camcorder s stereo microphone when Audio Dubbing pg 65 is executed MIC appears on the Audio Dubbing screen D SOUND ON SCREEN Enables sound effect input recorded on the provided memory card when Audio Dubbing pg 66 is executed D SOUND appears on the Audio Dubbing screen Keeps the camcorder s display except the date time and time code from appearing on the connected TV screen Makes the camcorder s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV The date time does not appear 8 DISPLAY Displays the date time for approx 5 seconds in the following Cases e When the Power Switch is set from OFF to EY or M When playback starts The camcorder displays the date time when scenes are recorded When the date is changed during playback The date time is always displayed Time code is not displayed CLOCK ADJ QUALITY IMAGE SIZE REC SELECT Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV Frame numbers are not displayed during recording Allows you to set the current date and time pg 12 Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode FINE and STANDARD depending on your preference pg 16 Allows you to set the Image Size mode XGA and VGA depending on your pr
108. pment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation 10 cm or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation holes If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids such as cosmetics or medicines flower vases potted plants cups etc on top of this unit If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment fire or electric shock may be caused SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment DO ensure that all electrical connections including the mains plug extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordanc
109. pod mounting socket To tighten the screw firmly use a coin etc Adjust the length with the adjuster NOTES You can use the strap as a shoulder strap by adjusting the length with the adjuster e Because a loose screw may cause damage to the camcorder make sure to tighten the screw firmly to the tripod mounting socket when carrying the camcorder Use the strap only with this camcorder e Do not grip the camcorder too firmly when the screw is attached Doing so may cause damage to the tripod mounting socket How To Attach The Core Filter for optional USB cable Attach the provided core filter to an optional USB cable The Core Filter reduces interference Stopper Wind once Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter leaving approx Close the Core Filter until it stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core clicks shut ends of the Core Filter Wind the cable once around the outside of the Filter Core Filter as shown in the illustration Wind the cable so that it is not slack NOTE Take care not to damage the cable m When connecting cables attach the end with the Core Filter to a PC AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset W Available when the Power Switch is set to EY or M and no cassette is in the camcorder Performing any operation during the demo
110. ppears e Refer to the instruction manual of the provided EMAIL CLIP software to transfer the video clips to a PC STANDBY To cancel E Mail Clip Recording after step 3 press E MAIL CLIP REC again or press MI to stop video playback To view video clips stored in a memory card A during normal playback of image press SET SELECT once to engage the video clip mode E CLIP appears Then pressing We MI can allow you to view the video E MAIL CLIP clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder video clips aan ca ee cannot be displayed on a connected TV pg 30 TO RECORD CLIP TO CARD You can look for the desired file using Index Screen pg 31 NOTES When the SNAPSHOT Button is Playback operation cannot be performed during E Mail Clip pressed Recording If you press W or SNAPSHOT while E Mail Clip Recording is in progress only the portion which is recorded before Wi Se or SNAPSHOT is pressed will be stored in the memory card E MAIL CLIP e Also if the end of the tape is reached during E Mail Clip RECORDING Recording that portion will be automatically stored in the memory card e f the end of the tape is reached in step 3 the E Mail Clip Record Standby mode will be automatically cancelled e The video clip files stored with this camcorder are BY Storing is complete compatible with MPEG4 Some MPECA files stored with other devices cannot be played back with this camcorder
111. re the only ones that are shown they appear reversed in the display as they would when viewing a mirror but are not reversed in the recording O The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface shooting However when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes the indicator appears showing the remaining time za _ O3 blinking UT3 blinking 3 blinking 766 THOMSON dealer TROUBLESHOOTING If after following the steps in the chart below the problem still exists please consult your nearest 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 Charger etc and wait a few minutes and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION No power is supplied The power is not connected properly The battery is dead The LCD monitor is not open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording Connect the AC Power Adapter Charger securely pg 10 Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one pg 9 10 Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder SET DATE TIME appears The built in clock s rechargeable lithium battery is discharged The previously set date time is erased Connect the camcord
112. rom happening press the buttons on both units e If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed Even though the DV cable is connected correctly sometimes the image may not appear in step 4 If this occurs turn off the power and make connections again e If Playback Zoom 7 pg 63 Playback Special Effects pg 64 or Snapshot is attempted during playback only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV connector e When using a DV cable be sure it has a core filter attached The core filter reduces interference To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Set REC MODE to SP or LP in the Menu Screen c pg 43 Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration and load a cassette to record on Press the START STOP button on the remote control to engage the Record Pause mode DV IN appears on the screen Press the START STOP button on the remote control to start recording Sz rotates Press the START STOP button on the remote control again to engage the Record Pause mode stops rotating NOTES e Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape regardless of the current SOUND MODE setting pg 40 e During Dig
113. rrower 1 120 The shutter speed is fixed at 1 120th of a second The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury vapour lamp is reduced amp SPORTS Variable Shutter Speed 1 250 1 4000 This setting allows fast moving images to be captured one frame at a time for vivid stable slow motion playback The faster the shutter speed the darker the picture becomes Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions snow Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow W SPOTLIGHT Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights TWILIGHT Makes evening scenes look more natural White Balance pg 54 is automati cally set to but can be changed to your desired setting When Twilight is chosen the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx 10 m to infinity From less than 10 m adjust the focus manually The flash does not fire in this mode NOTES For NIGHT MODE e During Night Mode the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out Some modes of Picture Wipe Dissolve pg 49 50 e GAIN UP in CAMERA Menu pg 40 e DIS in MANUAL Menu pg 40 e During Night Mode it may be difficult to bring th
114. rs when the white balance is adjusted pg 54 PM Appears when backlight compensation is used t pg 53 e Appears when the exposure is adjusted gt pg 53 Displays the selected Program AE with special effects pg 47 48 Appears when the iris is locked t pg 53 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser DIS is engaged c pg 40 oe SS Approximate zoom ratio Appears during zooming pg 20 Appears during zooming Zoom level indicator pg 20 Appears when taking a Snapshot amp pg 27 51 BRIGHT Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder pg 19 e J J EXPLOSION Display the selected Digital Sound Effect t pg 55 Displays the date time pg 12 Appears when the focus is adjusted manually pg 52 ENO 66m INDEX Indications cont LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback ee Displays the sound mode pg 43 45 Displays the Blank Search mode pg 25 Displays the selected Digital Sound Effect pg 31 55 Displays the tape speed pg 14 Appears while a tape is running gt Playback kk Fast Forward Shuttle search 4 Rewind Shuttle search i Pause Wb Forward slow motion all Reverse slow motion ZS Audio Dubbing NS Audio Dubbing Pause Displays the sound input for Audio Dubbing pg 65 66 Displays the date time pg 43 44 BRIGHT Displays the
115. s SET SELECT PROGRAM AE Menu appears Press or to select the desired mode r below and pg 48 then press SET SELECT Selection is complete Press SET SELECT again The Menu Screen closes e The selected mode indicator appears To Deactivate The Selected Mode select OFF in step 4 NOTE Program AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record Standby EX NIGHT MODE Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than Display SHUTTER 120 SPORTS SNOW SPOTLIGHT PROGRAM AE Menu CLASSIC FILM TROBE Ee Ee they would be under good natural lighting Although the recorded image is not grainy it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity A appears beside while the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted SLOW Slow Shutter Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting Use SLOW only in dark areas 3051 SLOW AN Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow shooting in dark environments 172 SLOW 10X Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow shooting in even darker environments CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE ASen SHUTTER Variable Shutter Speed 1 50 The shutter speed is fixed at 1 50th of a second Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become na
116. s in the wrong position The battery s charge is low Set it in the right position pg 13 Install a fully charged battery pg 9 10 The memory card will not load properly The memory card is in the wrong position Set it in the right position pg 15 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION In the 5 Second mode recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed The 5 Second mode is set to ANIM in the Menu Screen Select 5S in the Menu Screen CS pg 46 Snapshot mode cannot be used The Squeeze mode is selected e Disengage the Squeeze mode pg 41 The colour of Snapshot looks strange The light source or the subject does not include white Or there are various different light sources behind the subject The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated e Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame pg 27 51 Turn off Sepia and Monotone pg 47 48 The image taken using Snapshot is too dark e Shooting was performed under backlit conditions Press the BACKLIGHT Button c pg 53 The image taken using Snapshot is too bright The subject is too bright Set PROGRAM AE to SPOTLIGHT in the Menu Screen F pg 47 Digital Zoom does not work 10X optical zoom is selected e PROGRAM AF is set to VIDEO ECHO
117. sengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind Helps cut down on noise created by wind amp appears The quality of the sound will change This is normal Even though not heard while shooting shutter sound is recorded on the tape The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off and at the beginning and end of recording Also to activate the shutter sound effect pg 27 51 MELODY Instead of a beep a melody sounds when any operation is performed It also activates the shutter sound effect pg 27 51 The tally lamp remains off at all times The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Automatic demonstration will not take place Demonstrates certain functions such as Program 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 demonstra tion 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 NOTES If a tape is in the camcorder the demonstration cannot be turned on e DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off If DEMO MODE remains ON some functions will not be available After viewing demo set to OFF 42 EN CANCEL DETAILED ADJUSTMENT cont Does n
118. set the Power Switch to EEM while pressing Power Switch down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully A stored image file is displayed To delete the image file go to step 2 To delete the video clip file Lock Button Press SET SELECT once to engage the video clip mode E CLIP appears Then go to step 2 To delete the sound effect file MENU Button Press SET SELECT twice to engage the sound SET SELECT effect mode D SOUND appears Then go to Button Button step 2 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select Im MEMORY and press SET SELECT The MEMORY Menu appears Er Press or to select DELETE and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Ww 8 TO SELECT A FILE BY BROWSING FILES STORED IN MEMORY Before doing the following perform steps 1 through 3 above Press or to select SELECT and press SET DELETE Index SELECT The DELETE Index Screen appears Screen Press or to move the green frame to the desired file that you wish to delete and press SET SELECT An X appears above the selected file Repeat this procedure for all files that you wish to delete To deselect a file press SET SELECT again The X disappears Press to select EXIT and press SET SELECT
119. st ment Control to widen the gap Close the hatch until it locks in place and push the viewfinder back in NOTES Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol e Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mould may form if the lens is left dirty e When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product Hatch Lens blower Dioptre Adjustment Control INDEX Docking Station EN 83 D Multi Connector Screw Knob o eesieneesaisersensessesressereereseas t pg 24 The Docking Station can be connected with this To attach the camcorder tighten this clockwise camcorder through this connector Never touch Edit Connector EDIT aan ts pg 69 it with your hand or hit it with a hard object if Connect the editing cable when performing the pins are damaged the connectors will Random Assemble Editing F pg 68 72 become unusable due to contact failure S Video Output Connector Sere EINE pg 24 S VIDEO OUT Fo Gi des noaa aha ts pg 23 57 69 Headphone Connector PHONE pg 65 No sound is output from the speaker when headphones are connected to this connector USB Universal Serial Bus Connector GG pg 73 8 4 EN INDEX Controls Connectors And Indicators
120. summer hear a heater 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 hand strap or the grip 5 Dirty heads can cause the following problems EN No picture during playback Blocks of noise appear during playback During recording the Head Clog Warning indicator appears In such cases use an optional cleaning cassette Insert it and play back If the cassette is used more than once consecutively damage to the video heads may result After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds it stops automatically Also refer to the cleaning cassette s instructions If after using the cleaning cassette the problems still exist consult your nearest THOMSON dealer Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time In order to maintain a clear picture at all times periodic check ups are recommended after using the unit for about 1 000 hours For periodic check ups please consult your nearest THOMSON dealer SS h te 93 How To Handle A CD ROM Take care not to soil or scratch the m
121. t then press PAUSE I While holding A DUB S on the remote control press PAUSE IIl IMS appears Press PLAY P then begin narrating Speak into the microphone e To pause dubbing press PAUSE IM 4 To end Audio Dubbing press PAUSE II then STOP B Speaker set 12BIT MODE to SOUND 2 or MIX in the Menu Screen CF pg 43 45 NOTES Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing To hear sound connect optional headphones to the PHONE connector on the Docking Station e When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12 bit the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately If you dub onto a blank space on the tape the sound may be disrupted Make sure you only edit recorded areas PHONE Remote If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback connector SERSOE move the camcorder s microphone away from the TV n or turn down the TV s volume A To hear the dubbed sound during playback 5 If you change from 12 bit to 16 bit in mid recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing it is not effective from the point where 16 bit recording began e During Audio Dubbing when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode scenes recorded in 16 bit audio or a blank portion Audio Dubbing stops pg 89 66 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Display Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects IS Audio Du
122. t on both L and R channels in stereo SOUND 2 Dubbed sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo Factory preset NOTES e The SOUND MODE setting is available for both 12 bit and 16 bit sound In previous models functions 12 bit is called 32 kHz and 16 bit is called 48 kHz e The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast forward or rewind During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner VIDEO MEMORY Switch Recording Start Stop Button Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET SELECT Button Button SNAPSHOT Button Display MANUAL Menu FOR RECORDING 5 Second Recording Record a vacation or an important event in 5 second clips to keep the action moving This function is available only for video recording Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select El MANUAL and press SET SELECT The MANUAL Menu appears Press or to select 5S and press SET SELECT The Sub Menu appears Press or to select 5S and press SET SELECT Selection is complete Press or to select URE TURN and press SET SELEC
123. tach the battery firmly align its two notches with the tabs on the camcorder To Detach The Battery Pack While sliding down BATT RELEASE detach it Approximate recording time LCD monitor off Viewfinder on LCD monitor on Viewfinder off 1 hr Battery pack BPD270 1 hr 10min NOTES Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly The LCD monitor is used repeatedly The playback mode is engaged repeatedly Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter Charger connect as shown in the illustration NOTES The provided AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V For other notes CS pg 75 Power Switch Dioptre Adjustment Control Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to EY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Pull out the viewfinder fully Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Tripod Mounting 1 Align the screw on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket Then tighten the screw e Some tripods are not equipped with studs CAUTION When attaching the camera to a tripod extend
124. te holder touching other parts may cause your finger to get caught in the cassette holder resulting in injury or product damage NOTES Loading Unloading A Cassette cassette 1 2 3 Slide down 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 Insert or remove a tape and press PUSH HERE to close the cassette holder e Once the cassette holder is closed it recedes automatically Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover e When the battery s charge is low you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover Do not apply force Replace the battery with a fully charged one before continuing Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place Approximate recording time Recording mode SP LP 45 min 90 min 120 min It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open Do not apply force f you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open close the cassette holder cover and try again If the cassette holder still does not open turn the camcorder off then on again e f the tape does not load properly open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette A few minutes later insert it again e When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a
125. the camcorder it is not possible to load and unload the memory card Also connecting and discon necting the DV cable are not possible Multi connector Tripod mouting socket Screw We 39 9 Blank Search FOCUS BLANK Button Helps you find where you should start recording in the VIDEO MEMORY Switch middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption pg 21 1 Load a tape pg 13 Power Switch Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to GM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Press FOCUS BLANK BLANK SEARCH appears blinking and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward Lock Button shuttle search then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion Stop Button B To cancel Blank Search midway press BI NOTES In step 3 if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction SURVIE e Blank Search does not work if HEAD CLEANING BLANK SEARCH REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE has appeared QUA MM BS with the tape e If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search the camcorder stops automatically A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected e T
126. to Picture Wipe Dissolve Remote sensor If using Playback Special Effects press EFFECT pg 64 Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes To change previously registered points press CANCEL on the remote control The registered points disappear one at a time from the most recently registered point e If you are not using Fade Wipe or Program AE with special effects repeat steps 6 and 7 only FADE WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN OUT R A EDIT ON OFF NOTES e When choosing a scene set Edit In and Edit Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them e f the search time for an in point exceeds 5 minutes the recording decks Record Standby mode will be cancelled and editing will not take place e If there are blank portions before or after the Edit In and Edit Out points a blue screen may be included in the edited version Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds the time code total time may not match the total program time exactly e Turning off the camcorder s power erases all registered Edit In and Edit Out points If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects you cannot use the Dissolve or Black amp White Fader In this case the Dissolve or Black amp White indicator begins blinking Once the next Edit In point is registered the effect is turned off To combine these effects use Sepia or Monotone durin
127. to engage the sound effect mode D SOUND appears Then go to step 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Press or to select IM MEMORY and press SET SELECT The MEMORY Menu appears Press or to select PROTECT and press SET SELECT The PROTECT Index Screen appears TO PROTECT A FILE Before doing the following perform steps 1 through 3 above 4 Press or to move the green frame to the desired file and press SET SELECT A ff padlock mark appears on the selected file Repeat this procedure for all files you do not wish to delete by accident 5 Press to select EXIT and press SET SELECT The normal playback screen appears NOTE When the memory is initialised or corrupted even protected files are deleted If you do not want to lose important files transfer them to a PC and save them TO REMOVE PROTECTION Before doing the following perform steps 1 through 3 above Press or to move the green frame to the desired file and press SET SELECT The f padlock mark located above the file disappears and the file is no longer protected Repeat this procedure for all files from which you wish to remove protection Press to select EXIT and press SET SELECT The normal playback screen appears SSS htetF NOD Deleting Files VIDEO MEMORY Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a Switch time or all at once Set the VIDEO MEMORY Switch to MEMORY then
128. ttempted when a memory card is not loaded pg 66 MEMORY IS FULL Appears when the memory card s memory is full and shooting is not possible INSERT ERROR Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape pg 67 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 9 O EN 1 INDEX Indications cont Indications Function INSERT ERROR Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP lt CANNOT EDIT mode pg 67 ON LP RECORDED Appears if INSERT C on the remote control is pressed when the erase CHECK TAPE S ERASE protection tab is set to SAVE pg 67 PROTECTION TAB Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory card as digital stills or video clips COPYING FAILED when no memory card is loaded when the memory card s memory is full when the memory card is not formatted when a copy protected SD Memory Card is loaded pg 59 60 Appears if a memory card is not loaded when SNAPSHOT is pressed MEMORY CARD while the Power Switch is set to DI or M and the VIDEO MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY pg 27 Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is corrupt or it has not been initialised Initialise the memory card pg 37 Appears when the Power Switch is set to and the
129. verheat explode or catch fire use only specified chargers e 9 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications Charging 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C Storage 10 C to 30 C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C e The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes Cassettes 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 positione
130. work 18 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 18 Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording The effects are then automatically activated pg 49 Do not turn off the camcorder s power after setting Edit In and Edit Out points as they will all be erased lt gt pg 49 The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the Record Standby mode Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Record Standby mode pg 49 19 The picture wipe function does not work 19 e The Slow Shutter mode is activated e WIDE MODE is not set to OFF 19 Disengage the Slow Shutter mode or set WIDE MODE to OFF before preparing to use the Picture Wipe pg 41 47 49 20 Scene transition does not go as expected 20 When using Picture Wipe Dissolve pg 49 there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the previous record stop point and the Dissolve start point This is normal but this slight delay becomes especially noticeable when shooting fast moving subject or during rapid panning 21 The Video Echo mode does not work 21 e The Picture Wipe or Dissolve functions are in use e WIDE MODE is set to SQUEEZE W in the Menu Screen A Fade In or Fade Out is in

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