Sharp VL-WD450U Operation Manual

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this camcorder from SHARP. The camcorder will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you to capture those special moments. Please read this operation manual to familiarize yourself with the camcorder's features, so that you will get the most out of it. The video techniques section will help you fully enjoy the many features this camcorder offers, and expand your video world. Important Information for Consumers in the U.S. WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC- TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON- NEL. This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks. This symbol alerts the user that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. CAUTION (applies to the supplied AC adapter) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. CAUTION If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the same type of adapter from a SHARP service center of your dealer. PRODUCT DISPOSAL This Product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environ- mental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org. BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS LITHIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. CONTACT LOCAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA.

changes or modifica- tions to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. A shielded I/F cable is required to insure compliance with FCC regulations for Class B computing equipment. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Sharp Camcorder This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. RESPONSIBLE PARTY: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 Phone: 1-800-BE-SHARP CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY) If a battery is reversed (positive end where the negative end belongs and vice versa), it can overheat and rupture. This has happened when young children install batteries backwards. Warn children not to take out batteries or install them. Parents should install the lithium battery in the camcorder, COPYRIGHTWARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary. NOTE The camcorder's LCD panel is a very high technology product with more than 61,000 (VL-WD450U)/close to 90,000 (VL-WD650U) thin-film transistors*, giving you fine picture detail. Occasionally, a pixel may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green, red, or black. Please note that this does not affect your camcorder's performance. *Specifications are subject to change without notice. Trademarks • SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. • DPOF is a trademark of CANON INC., Eastman Kodak Company, Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. • All other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

instruc- tions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions--All operating and use instructions should be followed. Cleaning--Unplug this product from the 11. wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Attachments--Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Water and Moisture--Do not use this product near water--for example, near 12. a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. Accessories--Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and ____ _' -- _ serious damage ___ to the product. / Use only with a cart, stand, 13. tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manu- facturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart _ 14. combination should be €9 moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. Ventilation--Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheat- ing, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. Power Sources--This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Grounding or Polarization--This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. Power-Cord Protection--Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. Lightning--For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 16. Overloading--Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17. Object and Liquid Entry--Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 18. Servicing--Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. Damage Requiring Service--Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following condi- tions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an im- proper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for service. 20. Replacement Parts--When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 21. Safety Check--Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 22. Wall or Ceiling Mounting--The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufac- turer. 23. Heat--The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. iv

functions of your camcorder. Charging the Battery Pack Connect the supplied power cord to the AC power socket on the AC adapter/ battery charger, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet. 2 Align the • mark on the battery pack with the • mark on the charger (_) and guide the battery into the groove. Pressing the battery (_2_),slide it in the direction of the arrow (_) until it locks into place. Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. 2 3 Lift up the viewfinder. Align the ,.. mark on the side of the battery pack with the • mark on the camcorder (_), and slide the battery pack down completely until it locks into place (_2_). Turning the Power on Media Selection switch Power switch To use the camera recording functions, hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. Lock button To use the playback and editing functions, hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. Lock button Switching the Media To use a mini DV cassette for recording and playing back images, set the Media Selection switch to TAPE. To use a SmartMedia card for recording and playing back still images, set the Media Selection switch to CARD. ..I, I Turning the Power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. v

Attach the power source to the camcorder, then slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door. Inserting a SmartMedia Card 1 Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF. 2 Open the LCD monitor. Card slot cover 2 3 Insert the cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards. Press the _ mark gently until the cassette holder clicks into place. Close the compartment door by pressing the center until it clicks into place. mark 3 4 Open the card slot cover in the direction of arrow. Insert a SmartMedia card into the slot as shown below, and push it in as far as it will go. 5 Close the card slot cover. vi

is inserted. 2 Remove the lens cap, and lift up the viewfinder. 3 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE. 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. Lock button 5 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording. REC Tape Playback 2 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (_), and open the LCD monitor to a 90 ° angle to the camcorder body (®). 3 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that allows easy viewing on the on-screen picture. Set the Media Selection ml_ switch to TAPE. Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. Zooming 5 Push the Power Zoom control to T (_) (telephoto) or W (_) (wide angle) side. Power Zoom _ 6 control Lock button Press _ (or _,_) on the Operation button to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the desired point. AUDI01+2 Press _-/ nl to begin playback. AUDI01+2 To stop playback Press =. vii

card is inserted. 2 3 Remove the lens cap, and lift up the viewfinder. Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. 5 Lock button Press the STILL button to begin recording. AUTO 10/90 Card Playback Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (_), and open the LCD monitor to a 90 ° angle to the camcorder body (®). LCD monitor OPEN release button 90° 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that allows easy viewing on the on-screen picture. 3 Set the Media Selection I switch to CARD. 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. 5 Lock button Press _ or _,_ on the Operation button to move the selection frame to the desired image. Selection Frame 6 Press I- / II. viii

Remote control AA battery for RRMCG0100TASA Lens cap GCOVH1271TASA 3.3 v type 8 MB SmartMedia TM card *_ remote control x 2 Shoulder strap UBNDSOOIOTASA CR2025 type lithium battery PixLab Video Capture Software (Lite Version) CDSKAOO59TA01 DC cable QCNW-1957TAZZ Audio/video cable (RCA type) QCNW-2016TAZZ PC connecting cable QCNW-2022TAZZ SmartMedia card protective case Zoom microphone RMICCOO98TAZZ Windscreen *_The part numbers for the AC adapter/battery charger and battery pack supplied with this camcorder are valid only in the U.S. and Latin America. If this camcorder was purchased outside of these areas, the part numbers may be different. Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of the supplied AC adapter/battery charger and battery pack. *2Including 2 index labels and 4 write-protect seals. ix

For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accesso- ries and Supply Center at 1-800-642-2122, or visit SHARP's website (http://www.sharp-usa.com).

is not in use, remem- ber to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the camcorder from the power source. • Do not aim the lens at the sun. Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the camcorder lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is in progress, as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be particularly careful when recording outside. • When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as the sun. Otherwise, the image may white out. Should this happen, point the lens in a different direction until the picture returns to normal. • Avoid magnetic sources. Using the camcorder near strong fluorescent lights, motors, televisions, or other magnetic sources may adversely affect recorded images. • Using the camcorder near a broadcasting station or other powerful transmission source may cause buzzing or picture deterioration. • Avoid shocks and dropping. Do not drop or otherwise subject the camcorder to hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image. • Avoid placing the camcorder in close proximity to lighting equipment. The heat from incandescent lights may deform the camcorder, or cause it to malfunction. Always respect prohibitions or restrictions on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensitive areas. Be aware of the temperature and humidity. You can use your camcorder at 32°F to 104°F (0°C to +40°C), and at 30% to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in direct sunlight, or near strong heat sources; this can result in severe damage to the unit casing and circuitry. Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or other foreign matter could get on or inside the camcorder, and do not use or leave your camcorder in areas with excessive smoke, steam or moisture. Such environments can cause malfunctions or cause mildew to form on the lenses. Be sure to keep the unit in a well-ventilated location. Some small, portable tripods may be difficult to attach and may not be sturdy enough to support your camcorder. Be sure to use only a strong, stable tripod. When using your camcorder in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is turned on.This is not a malfunc- tion.To prevent the camcorder from becoming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.). xi

........... 11 Inserting and Removing a Mini DV Cassette .......... 12 Installing the Lithium Memory Battery ..................... 13 Selecting the Language for the On-screen Display .................................................................. 14 Setting the Area, Date and Time ............................. 15 Displaying the Date and Time of Recording ............ 16 Adjusting the Hand Strap ........................................ 17 Using the Lens Cap ................................................ 17 Attaching the Shoulder Strap .................................. 17 Using the Viewfinder ............................................... 18 Using the LCD Monitor ............................................ 19 J Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording on Tape in Full Auto Mode .................................................. 20 Zooming .................................................................. 21 Tips on Recording Positions ................................... 21 Remaining Recording Time Display ........................ 22 Remaining Battery Power Display ........................... 22 r Useful Features Playback Tape Playback ......................................................... 23 VolumeControl ........................................................ 23 Watchingthe Playback ona TV .............................. 24 Video Search .......................................................... 25 Still .......................................................................... 25 Selecting the Camcorder Mode .............................. 26 Using the Controls .................................................. 27 Selecting the User Mode ......................................... 28 Using the Menu Screens ......................................... 29 Camera Recording Recording in LP (Long Play Recording) Mode ........ 30 Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode ............ 31 Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ............................. 31 Setting the Digital Zoom .......................................... 32 Gamma Brightness Compensation ......................... 33 Gain-up ................................................................... 34 Night Recording (Super Cat's Eye) ......................... 35 J xii

37 Wide Screen (16:9) ................................................. 38 Still Recording on Tape ........................................... 39 Still Recording Effects ............................................. 40 Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot ....................... 42 Auto Focus .............................................................. 43 Macro Shots ............................................................ 43 Using the Remote Control ....................................... 43 Playback Playback Functions with the Remote Control ......... 45 Using the Time Code .............................................. 46 f Advanced Features Camera Recording Manual Focus .......................................................... 47 Setting the Shutter Speed ....................................... 49 Manual Exposure .................................................... 51 White Balance Lock ................................................ 52 Digital Picture Effects .............................................. 53 Scene Menu (Program AE) ..................................... 54 Using the Zoom Microphone ................................... 55 Windbreak ............................................................... 56 Setting the Confirmation Sounds ............................ 56 World Clock ............................................................. 57 Selecting Daylight Saving Time ............................... 59 Playback Playback Zoom ....................................................... 60 Gamma Playback .................................................... 61 Multiple Strobe Playback ......................................... 61 Playback Effects ...................................................... 62 Picture Effect Playback ........................................... 63 Picture/Backlight Adjustments ................................. 64 Editing ..................................................................... 65 Recording from an External Source ........................ 66 Editing with the DV Terminal (IEEE1394) ................ 67 Audio Dubbing Feature ........................................... 68 Selecting the Audio Playback Mode ........................ 70 Configuring Software for PC Connection ................ 71 J xiii

Card Recording ....................................................... 74 Selecting the Picture Resolution ............................. 75 Recording with the Self-timer .................................. 76 Formatting a SmartMedia Card ............................... 77 I Appendix Playback Card Playback ......................................................... 78 Slide Show Playback ............................................... 79 Delete-protection ..................................................... 80 Deleting One Stored Image .................................... 81 Deleting All Stored Images ..................................... 82 Print Order .............................................................. 83 Transferring the Data on a SmartMedia Card to a Computer ....................................................... 85 Useful Information ................................................... 811 Demonstration Mode ............................................... 93:J Before Requesting Service ..................................... 94 Specifications .......................................................... 9 • Gufa de operaciSn r&pida en espaSol ................................................................... 97 • Visualizaciones en pantalla en espaSol .............................................................. 101 • Affichages sur 6cran en fran_ais ........................................................................ 103 xiv

in brackets. GAMMA/BRIGHTER button [pp. 33, 34, 61] W/B (White Balance) button [p. 52]/ IR (Infrared) LIGHT button [p. 35]/ SUPER CAT'S EYE switch [p. 35] Lens hood AUTO ON/OFF button [p. 28] Operation button [p. 27] Zoom lens Infrared light transmitter [p. 35]/ Remote sensor [p. 43] Stereo microphone [p. 68] MENU/DISPLAY button [p. 27] Media Selection switch (TAPE/CARD selection switch) [p. 26]

Power source mounting surface [pp. 10, 11] Shoulder strap loop [p. 17] Card slot cover Tripod socket

STILL button [pp. 39, 40, 61, 74] Power Zoom Wide angle/ Telephoto control [p. 21]/ VOLume control [p. 23] VIDEO jack [pp. 24, 65, 66] Shoulder strap loop [p. 17] AUDIO L jack [pp. 24, 65, 66] AUDIO Rjack [pp. 24, 65, 66] Power switch (CAMERA/VCR select switch) [pp. 26, 27] RECord START/STOP button [p. 20] Jack cover [pp. 24, 65, 66] Cassette compartment door [p. 12] Cassette compartment door release [p. 12] connection jack [p. 71] DV terminal [p. 67] Hand strap [p. 17] EarPHON ESjack [p. 23] Jack cover [pp. 23, 67, 71] _-- Speaker [p. 23]

of camcorder's features. • To record the subject with higher-quality audio. -- See page 31 (Selecting the 16-bit Audio Recording Mode) • To record powerful close-up images. -- See page 32 (Setting the Digital Zoom) • To record a backlit subject. -- See page 33 (Gamma Brightness Compensation) or page 51 (Manual Exposure) • To record subjects at night, e.g. a nocturnal animal. -- See page 35 (Night Recording) • To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback. -- See page 36 (Quick Return) • To record yourself in the scene while monitoring the shot. -- See page 42 (Letting the Subject Monitor the Shot) • To focus on an off-centered subject. -- See page 47 (Manual Focus) • To turn off the confirmation sounds which are made when you operate the camcorder. -- See page 56 (Setting the Confirmation Sounds) • To enlarge any part of the picture during playback. -- See page 60 (Playback Zoom) • To brighten the dark portion of the playback images without changing the bright portion. -- See page 61 (Gamma Playback) • To record still images on a SmartMedia card so that the images may be easily read into a computer. -- See page 74 (Card Recording) 4

refer to the page number indicated. (.- TAPE-CAMERA mode ,_ AUTO P,P2031=====J--=_ Q p!.zo,28 t Jil LIGHT _I AUro _ _' [ [ 12[bit p. 22 [ p. 31 , pp. 34, 35 Jl_ 30iin sP--p. 30 p. 22 F- TAPE-VCR mode 3-- -A_ sP--p. 30 t i Easy mode (p. 28) 1 p. 37 p. 36 p. 39 p. 40 p. 56 p. 56 p. 16 p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. 47 49 51 53 54 37 36 31 39 40 32 3O 38 31 55 56 43 56 46 46 93 14 64 p. 16 pp. 15,57 p. 59 p. 15 p. 16 Jj p. 69 p. 70 p. 63 p. 62 p. 61 p. 43 p. 56 p. 46 p. 46 p. 64 p. 16 ,,' J

p. 28 10190 _ I p. 74 t AU_rO_p. 22 ORMAL p. 75 p. 74 101901 Easy mode (p. 28) i p. 75 p. 56 p. 16 _- CARD-VCR mode I p. 78 p_ Note: • See pages 26 to 29 for the procedure to display the desired screen. 47 49 51 53 54 76 p. 31 75 40 p. 32 43 77 56 93 p. 14 64 16 15, 57 59 15 16 79 63 8O 81 82 83 43 56 64 16 J J 6

indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions. 7 EJECT THE CASSETTE. INSERT There is no video cassette in the camcorder. A CASSETTE. Insert a cassette (see page 12). E J ECT THE The video cassette is defective and should be CAS SE TT E. removed (see page 12). CASSETTE NOT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ f _ The erasure protect tab on the video cassette -PRO T EC T. TA B - has been slid to the record-protect position, RECORDABLE ..... _ .... preventing recording (see page 88). THE TAPE -T_.I:JE _ I:NI)- The tape is about to end. Prepare a new ENDS SOON _ _ ,, _ cassette (see page 12). CHANGE THE The tape has reached the end. Replace it with a CASSETTE. TAPE END new cassette (see page 12). BATT ERY I S The battery is almost depleted. Replace it with a TOO LOW. fully charged battery pack (see page 10). Dew has formed inside the camcorder. Wait for a few hours until the dew disappears (see DEW -bI_VV- page 91). _ _" About 10 seconds after this warning appears, the camcorder automatically turns off. _4_ The video heads are clogged and should be cleaned (see page 92). The fluorescent lamp behind the LCD monitor is LAMP LAMP close to the end of its service life. Call your local authorized Sharp dealer to have it replaced. ,÷ ,÷ When the vertical rotation of the LCD monitor is between 135 ° and 180 ° in TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, all warnings will be indicated by _ displayed in the center of the viewfinder and the LCD screen. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to within 135 °.

or is inserted improperly. Check how the card is inserted (see page 73). MEMORY CARD The capacity of the SmartMedia card is full and cannot store any more F UL L images. Delete unnecessary images (see page 81) or replace the card with a new one (see page 73). NO DATA ON The SmartMedia card has no images recorded in the format the MEMORY CARD camcorder can recognize. MEMORY CARD The images in the SmartMedia card are corrupted or recorded in a ERROR format which is not compatible with this camcorder. Format the card to use it with this camcorder (see page 77). FORMAT The SmartMedia card has not been formatted with this camcorder. MEMORY CARD Format the card (see page 77). MEMORY CARD A SmartMedia card with a write-protect seal is inserted. Remove the PROTECTED write-protect seal to record images on the card (see page 89). DATA You are trying to delete a protected image. Cancel the protection P ROT ECT E D setting (see page 80). MEMORY CARD The selected image cannot be read by this camcorder. Format the READ ERROR card to use it with this camcorder (see page 77). CANNOT The SmartMedia card cannot record any data due to a problem with STORE DATA the card or data on the card. Replace the SmartMedia card (see page 73). Note: • -_',? indicates a flashing display. 8

Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack with the supplied AC adapter/battery charger before use. Note: • Remove the DC cable from the AC adapter/ battery charger when charging the battery pack. Connect the supplied power cord to the AC power socket on the AC adapter/ battery charger, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet. • The POWER indicator lights up. POWER indicator 2 3 Align the • mark on the battery pack with the • mark on the charger (_) and guide the battery into the groove. Pressing the battery (_), slide it in the direction of the arrow (_) until it locks into place. • The CHARGE indicator lights up. CHARGE indicator • The CHARGE indicator turns off when the battery is fully charged. Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow (_), and remove it (_2_).Then, remove the AC plug of the power cord from the power outlet. Charging time and maximum continuous recording and playback times in TAPE modes VL-WD450U VL-WD650U IT-L221BT-L4413T-L221BT-L441 1001,01001,0 120 240 120 240 100 200 90 180 100 200 90 180 • The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes. Notes: • Charge the battery pack between 50°F and 86°F (10°C and 30°C). The battery pack may not charge properly at temperatures too low or too high. • The battery pack and charger become warm during charging.This is not a malfunction. • Using the zoom (see page 21) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption.This may result in a decrease of more than 50% in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above. • The charging time and recording time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the condition of the battery pack. • See page 90 for more information on using the battery pack. Caution: • Charge only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs. ©ther types of battery packs may burst, causing personal injury and damage. Extending battery pack life Even when the battery pack is not used, the capacity of the battery pack will naturally deteriorate over time. To limit the deterioration of the capacity, it is recommended to perform the following procedure at least once every six months: (1) Charge the battery pack until the CHARGE indicator of the charger turns off. _) Attach the battery pack to the camcorder, and set the Power switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette. Allow the battery power to fully discharge by leaving it on the camcorder until the camcorder power automatically turns off. (3) Remove the battery pack and store it between 50°F and 68°F (10°C and 20°C).

Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. Power switch 2 Lift up the viewfinder. Removing the Battery Pack 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above. 2 Press the power source PUSH release button (_), and slide the battery pack up and take it out (_). iiiiii!iiii:i!!ii!i!i!_ Power source mounting surface 3 Align the - mark on the side of the battery pack with the • mark on the camcorder (_), and slide the battery pack down completely until it locks into place (_). Cautions: • BEFORE REMOVINGTHE BATTERY PACK, ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the battery pack while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or may destroy the SmartMedia card, rendering it unreadable and unwritable. • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. • Use only SHARP model BT-L221 or BT-L441 battery packs with this camcorder. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion. 10

You can also power the camcorder from a power outlet by using the supplied AC adapter/ battery charger and DC cable. Caution: • The supplied AC adapter/battery charger is specially designed for use with this camcorder, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders. 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFR 2 Lift up the viewfinder. 3 Align the ,,,,,. mark on the side of the DC cable connecting plate with the • mark on the camcorder (_), and slide the connecting plate down completely until it locks into place (_). ®1 DC cable connecting plate 4 Lower the viewfinder. 5 Insert the DC cable plug into the DC OUT jack on the AC adapter. Connect the supplied power cord to the AC adapter, and insert the AC plug into a power outlet. • The POWER indicator on the AC adapter lights up, and the camcorder is supplied power. DC OUT jack POWER indicator To power outlet Note: • When the AC adapter/battery charger is used to power the camcorder, it cannot be used to charge the battery pack. Removing the DC cable from the camcorder Perform steps 1 and 2 above. Press the power source PUSH release button (d_), and slide the connecting plate up and take it out (_). (b Power source PUSH release button °L,3 ii Cautions: • BEFORE REMOVING THE DC CABLE, ALWAYS STOP RECORDING OR PLAYBACK AND TURN THE POWER OFF. Removing the DC cable while shooting or during playback may damage the tape by causing it to wrap around the video head drum or may destroy the SmartMedia card, rendering it unreadble and unwritable. • Disconnect the camcorder from the AC adapter if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. 11

Inserting a Cassette 1 Attach the power source to the camcorder, then slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door. • A confirmation sound is made, and the cassette holder extends and opens automatically. Cassette compartment ] door release 3 4 Press the _ mark gently until the cassette holder clicks into place. • A confirmation sound is made, and the cassette holder retracts automatically. mark Wait for the cassette holder to fully retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the center until it clicks into place. iiiiii!iiii:i!!ii!i!i!_ 2 Note: • If the hand strap is pulled too tight, it can obstruct the opening of the cassette compartment door and the cassette holder may be unable to extend. Should this occur, loosen the hand strap and open the cassette compartment door completely. Insert the cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards. Erasure protect tab Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette. Cautions: • Do not try to close the cassette compartment door while the cassette holder is extending or retracting. • Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette holder. • Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the _ mark to close it. • Do not tilt the camcorder or hold it upside down when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It may damage the tape. • Remove the cassette if you will not use the camcorder for a long period of time. • If you do not correctly close the cassette holder in step 3, the cassette protection mechanism of the camcorder might eject the cassette. If this happens, repeat the insertion procedure. • Do not attempt to pick up the camcorder by the cassette compartment door. Notes: • If the battery power is too low, you may not be able to eject the cassette. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. • See page 88 for more information on the video cassette tapes intended for use with this camcorder. 12

The supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings. Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (_) and open the LCD monitor (®). LCD monitor OPEN _ _releasebutton 2 Open the lithium battery compartment door using the tip of a ballpoint pen or other pointed object. 3 4 Insert the lithium battery into the compartment with the + side facing out. Replace the compartment door, and close it firmly until it clicks into place. 5 Close the LCD monitor until it clicks into place. Removing the lithium battery Perform steps 1 and 2 above. Lift up the battery using a pointed object, and take it out. Note: • Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery when the time indicator of the camcorder starts to fall behind the correct time. Notes on the Use of the Lithium battery REPLACE BATTERYWITH TOSHIBA, MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPE CR2025 ONLY. USE OF A DIFFERENT BATTERY MAY PRESENT A RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION. KEEP THIS BATTERYAWAY FROM CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS- USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS- SEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE. • Do not short-circuit, recharge, disassemble, or heat the lithium battery. • Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment clean, and then insert a new battery. • The lithium battery will last about one year under normal usage. 13

among English, French or Spanish for the on- screen display language. Note: • The operation procedures in the following sections of this operation manual are based on the use of on-screen displays in English. MENU/DISPLAY button Power switch _ration button Setting the Language When using the camcorder for the first time, select the desired language for the on-screen display by performing the procedure below. 1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (_) and open the LCD monitor (®). ® LCD monitor OPEN release button 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. • The language selection screen appears on the LCD screen. Lock button 3 Press • or _-/ H (_) on the operation button to select the desired language, then press _ (_). ®l SET[_ BUTTONI @ Changing the Language 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select FTC,then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "LANGUAGE" ("LANGUE" or "IDIOMA") (_), then press _ (_). • The language selection screen appears. @ 4 5 I- SET [4 BUTTON} Perform step 3 in "Setting the Language". • The menu screen is displayed in the language selected. O Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. 14

iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Setting the Area, Date and Time Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2002 (JUN. 2.2002) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30 AM) in New York. Notes: • Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the lithium battery has been installed (see page 13). • If you are in an area that observes daylight saving time, set the time to the standard time. You can then correct it for daylight saving time by performing the procedure on page 59. MENU/DISPLAY button Powerswitch Operation button 1 Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (_) and open the LCD monitor (®). LCD monitor OPEN • release button 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. Lock button 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 4 Press _,_ on the Operation button. 5 Press • or _-/ii (_) until "20 NEW YORK" appears, then press _ (_2_). @ Note: • See "Time Zone Chart" and "Area Table" on pages 57 and 58 for the area number and name of the representative city for your time zone. 6 Press • or =-/H (_) to select "SETTING", and then press _ (_2_). 8 Press • or _-/1! to select"JUN" (month), and then press _,_. Press • or =-/ H to select "2" (day), and then press _,_. w 15

and then press _,_. 10 Press • or _-/li to select"10AM" (hour), and then press _,_. 1 1 Press • or =-/ in to select "30" (minute), and then press _. • The internal clock now starts operating. 12 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Changing to the 24-hour Time Mode 1 After performing step 11 above, press • or _-/li (_) to select"12H/24H", and then press _ (_2_). Displaying the Date and Time of Recording Follow the procedure below to display the date, or both the date and time, of recording on the screen. You can display the date and time during both recording and playback. • The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-CAMERA mode. 1 2 3 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select (_), then press _._ on the Operation button. Select "DISPLAY" (_), then press _ (_2_). iiiiii!iiii:i!!il]i! 2 Press • or _-/in to select "24H", and then press _. 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Notes: • The date and time, once set, are internally recorded even when not displayed on the screen. • The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes. 4 Press • or =.-/_1 to select "DATE" or "DATE + TIME", and then press _. .... _ _ _,_,_!_ 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The date (or the date and time) is displayed. MENU/ DISPLAY JUN. 2.2002 _g 50min SP 10:30AM Notes: • Before recording, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set. If they have not been set, the display will be left blank when playing back the recording. (The display will also be left blank for unrecorded or damaged portions of the tape.) • In TAPE-VCR or CARD-VCR mode, the current date and time are displayed when the tape or SmartMedia card is not being played back. 16

1 Open the hand strap flap (_) and the grip strap (_). 2 Loosen the grip strap, pass your right hand through the loop, and put your thumb on the REC START/STOP button. Then, pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly. REC START/STOP button 3 Seal the velcro fasteners of the grip strap and the hand strap flap. Caution: • Do not swing the camcorder by the hand strap. Using the Lens Cap Attach the strap of the lens cap to the hand strap as shown below. When attaching or removing the lens cap, press both tabs on the top and bottom of the cap. When recording, hang the hook of the lens cap on the hand strap so that the cap will not get in the way. Note: • Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the camcorder is not in use. Hook Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1 2 3 Remove the battery pack. Hold one end of the strap and thread it through the loop on the left side of the power source mounting surface. Loosen the strap in the buckle, then feed the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown. 4 Draw the strap in the direction of the arrow to secure. 5--7 To attach the other end of the strap to the loop on the left side of the hand strap, open the hand strap flap, perform the same procedure, and then attach the battery pack. 17

using the electronic LCD viewfinder. You can also watch playback through the viewfinder. Viewfinder 1 Lift up the viewfinder. / 2 Note: • You can raise the viewfinder to aim the camcorder better depending on your position. Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR. • A picture is displayed in the viewfinder. Lock button Closing the viewfinder Lower the viewfinder. Cautions: • Do not use excessive force when moving the viewfinder. • Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. Notes: • The viewfinder automatically turns off when the LCD monitor is opened. When the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135 ° and 180 °, however, the viewfinder is on and the subject is displayed both in the viewfinder and on the monitor (see page 42). • Be sure to close the viewfinder after use. Adjusting the Diopter Adjust the diopter according to your eyesight when the picture in the viewfinder is not clear. 1 Lift up the viewfinder. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. 3 While looking through the viewfinder, turn the Diopter adjustment until the indicators in the viewfinder are clearly visible. Diopter adjustment iiiiii!iiii:i!!ii 18

Monitor You can use the LCD monitor to play back recordings that you have made. You can also watch the subject on the LCD monitor while recording. Power switch LCD monitor Press the LCD monitor OPEN release button (_), and open the LCD monitor to a 90 ° angle to the camcorder body (®). LCD monitor OPEN release button 2 Adjust the LCD monitor to an angle that allows easy viewing on the on-screen picture. • The LCD monitor rotates 270 ° vertically. 180 ° Note: • You can also fold the LCD monitor into the camcorder with the screen facing out for watching playback on the monitor. 3 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR. Lock button Notes: • Battery consumption is larger when the LCD monitor is open. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor when you want to save battery power. • Use the viewfinder if the LCD screen becomes difficult to see in bright daylight. Closing the LCD monitor Return the LCD monitor to the vertical 90 ° position with the screen facing in, and fold it into the camcorder until it clicks into place. Cautions: • Do not use excessive force when moving the LCD monitor. • Do not try to rotate the LCD monitor vertically until the monitor is completely opened. • When closing the LCD monitor, do not tilt it; otherwise the monitor may not close properly and may become damaged. • Do not pick up the camcorder by the LCD monitor. • Do not expose the LCD monitor to shocks. • Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen surface. • Do not place the camcorder with the LCD screen facing down. Notes: • Take care not to touch the LCD screen with your fingers, as perspiration and dirt will smudge it. • Close the LCD monitor completely with the screen facing in when not in use. • Use a soft cloth to clean the LCD screen.

Mode • Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 9 through 19 to prepare your camcorder for recording. Media Selection switch Power switch 1 2 3 4 REC START/ STOP button Remove the lens cap, and lift up the viewfinder. Set the Media Selection =) switch to TAPE. Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. • The picture from the lens is now displayed in the viewfinder. • The camcorder is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode). Auto mode indicator Lock button PAUSE Note: If "MANUAL" is displayed at this time, press the AUTO ON/OFF button to set the camcorder to Auto mode. Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording. REC 4 To pause recording Press the REC START/STOP button again. Recording pauses, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. @ PAUSE 4 To turn the power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. Notes: • Battery power is consumed in Recording Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will not be recording again soon. • If the camcorder remains in Recording Standby mode for more than 5 minutes in TAPE-CAMERA mode, the power will automatically turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being damaged. To resume recording, set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. (The camcorder will make a confirmation sound when it is left in Recording Standby mode for about 4 minutes.) Maximum continuous recording and actual recording times in TAPE- CAMERA mode VL-WD450U VL-WD650U BT-L221 3T-L441 BT-L221 BT-L441 120 240 120 240 100 200 90 180 60 120 60 120 50 100 45 90 • The chart specifies the approximate times in minutes. Note: • Using the zoom (see page 21) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption.This may result in a decrease of more than 50% in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above. 20

or farther from a subject without physically changing your position. Wide angle Tele- photo l To zoom in Push the Power Zoom control to the T (tele- photo) side to get a close-up view (_}). To zoom out Push the Power Zoom control to the W (wide angle) side to get a wide field of view (_}). Zoom range indicator W .... I---T ZOOM r Power Zoom control • The zoom range indicator shows you the current zoom setting. • The zoom speed depends on how far you push the Power Zoom control. Notes: • The camcorder is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 6 feet (1.8 m). The camcorder will automatically zoom out until it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 43 for recording macro shots.) • See page 32 for use of the digital zoom. Tips on Recording Positions To create images that are easy to watch during playback, try to record with a stable posture while steadying your camcorder to prevent the image from shaking. Holding the camcorder Put your right hand through the hand strap, and place your left hand under the camcorder for support. Basic posture viewfinder eyecup firmly against your eye. against your sides. Balance your weight on both S. Shooting from a high angle Turtht2t_LCDc m° nnitf_rcs°--_ downward. _ Shooting from a low angle Using the viewfinder Raise view the subject. Using the LCD monitor Turn the LCD monitor so that the screen faces -- upward. Note: • Take care not to touch the microphone with your fingers during recording. It will cause noise on the audio track.

is recording in TAPE- CAMERA mode, an on-screen indicator displays the approximate remaining tape time in minutes. During camera recording in TAPE-CAMERA mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the remaining recording time indicator ap- pears. DISPLAY Remaining recording time To turn off the indicator, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button again. Notes: • The remaining recording time indicator appears 10 seconds after pressing the REC START/STOP button to begin recording. • The remaining recording time indicator only shows the approximate time left. Also, it varies slightly depending on the length of tape used. (This function is based on the DVM60 tape standard.) When the remaining recording time reaches 1 minute, a warning indicator will appear. Prepare a new cassette. THE TAPE ENDS SOON. 41- Less than 1 min. CHANGE THE CASSE TTE. (The tape has reached 41, the end.) TAPE END Remaining Battery Power Display When using the camcorder with the battery pack as the power source, you can turn on and off the remaining battery power indicator by pressing the MENU/DISPLAY button. If the battery power becomes very low, a warning indicator will appear. Replace the battery pack. (Green) 1 (Green) (Red) BATTERY IS 1 TOO LOW. Remaining battery power indicator Warning indicator Notes: • Use the remaining battery power indicator only as an approximate indication. • The remaining battery power indicator may change to either a higher or lower level if you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR. • In cold environments, the red remaining battery power indicator may appear sooner. The battery pack, however, can be used until the warning indicator appears. • Use of the zoom functions when the warning indicator is displayed may cause the camcorder to suddenly lose power. 22

as a handy playback monitor. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant on-screen play- back with the sound through the built-in speaker. Media Selection switch Power switch Operation button 1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle (see page 19). 2 Set the Media Selection m) switch to TAPE. 3 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. 4 Lock bu_on Press _ (or _,_) on the Operation button to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the desired point. AUDIO1+2 5 Press _- / nl to begin playback. AUDI01+2 To stop playback Press I. To turn the power off Set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. Notes: • The tape is automatically rewound when playback reaches the end of the tape. • Stereo earphones with a 3.5 mm diameter plug can be plugged directly into the PHONES jack. When you use this jack, the speaker automati- cally turns off. Watching the Playback in the Viewfinder You can also watch the playback in the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor with the screen facing in. You cannot monitor the sound through the speaker when watching the playback in the viewfinder. Volume Control When the camcorder is in TAPE-VCR mode, push the Volume control to the + or - side to increase (_) or decrease (_2_)the volume. The volume level indicator will appear on the LCD screen during adjustment only. Once the Volume control is released, the volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards. 23

the camcorder to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy playback. 1 Open the jack cover on the camcorder. 2 Jack cover Connect the camcorder to your TV (or VCR) with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown. .............................................................................................................................. ._..;._..: ............................................................ Yellow: To video" ' i_i_ input jack _ _ To S-video input White: To audio input (L)jack_ socket Red: To audio input (R) jackJ - _. Audio/video cable (supplied) --S-video cable (commercially available) ii To S-VIDEO socket IEII ,_ Yellow: To VIDEO jack White: To AUDIO L jack Red: To AUDIO R jack 3 4 Turn on the TV and set it to the "AV" or "VIDEO" channel. (See the operation manual of your TV.) • When connecting to a TV via a VCR, turn on the VCR and set it to the "AV" or "LINE" input channel. Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal from the VCR. (See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR.) Set the Power switch on the camcorder to VCR, and begin playback (see page 23). Caution: • Make sure that the camcorder, TV, VCR and other equipment to be connected have been turned off before you make connections. Making connections with any of the components left turned on may cause picture noise or malfunc- tion. Notes: • If your TV or VCR has only one audio input jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the TV or VCR. • If your TV or VCR has an S-video input socket, you can connect it to the S-VIDEO socket on the camcorder with a commercially available S-video cable. • When the camcorder is connected to a TV for playback, the picture on the TV screen may flicker if the volume on the camcorder is set to maximum. Should this occur, turn the volume down (see page 23). • Close the jack cover after use. About the S-video socket S-video sockets are used to separately pass the chroma (color) and luminance (brightness) components of video signals. They serve to improve the picture quality in both recording and playback. 24

function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape. button Still The still function makes it possible to pause playback in TAPE-VCR mode. During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press _ (or _) on the Operation button. • The playback picture fast forwards (or reverses). AUDIO1+2 During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press / ii on the Operation button. AUDI01+2 II 2 When you find the desired scene, press _-/ ii to return to normal playback. Notes: • The sound is off during search. • Some picture noise appears during search. This is not a malfunction. To return to normal playback, press _ / ii again. Notes: • The sound is off in Still mode. • To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Still mode for more than 5 minutes. 25

a video camera for recording and playing back images on tapes and as a digital still camera for recording and playing back still images on SmartMedia cards. One of the following camcorder modes needs to be set before starting any operations. Media Selection switch Power switch !i Camcorder modes TAPE-CAMERA mode For recording motion and still images on tapes. 1 Set the Media Selection =) switch to TAPE. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. Lock button CARD-CAMERA mode For recording still images on SmartMedia TAPE-VCR mode For playing back or editing motion and still images recorded on tapes. 1 Set the Media Selection =) switch to TAPE. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. Lock button CARD-VCR mode For playing back still images recorded on cards. 1 Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. a Lock button SmartMedia cards. 1 Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. I Lock button Caution: • Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or playback, as this may cause damage to the tape or SmartMedia card. 26

The following controls on the camcorder can be used to select and operate the various functions, settings and on-screen displays. MENU/DISPLAY button _iii ! Power switch Operation button Power switch To turn the power on, hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR. Lock button To turn the power off, set the Power I1_ switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button. MENU/DISPLAY button The MENU/DISPLAY button is used to ME.U_ DISPLAY turn the on-screen indicators and the menu screens on or off. Each time you press the MENU/DISPLAY button, the on-screen display changes as shown J below. Indicators off Menu screen Indicators on Example o 30rain SP Note: • The warning indicators and some other indicators cannot be turned off by pressing the MENU/DISPLAY button. Operation button The Operation button is used to select and set the various menu settings by pressing b-/,i (d)), << (_)), • (@) or _ (_)). 27

This camcorder features three user modes for the camera recording functions. The selectable items on the menu screen are different depending on the user mode. User mode Auto mode (AUTO): Lets you adjust all menu settings except manual settings. Manual mode (MANUAL): Lets you adjust all settings including the following manual settings. --MAN. FOCUS, SHUT. SPEED, EXPOSURE Easy mode (EASY): Lets you adjust only the following basic menu settings. --FADE, QK. RETURN, PHOTO SNAP, SNAP EFR, WIND, SOUND, DISPLAY, SELF TIMER, REC MODE Media Selection switch _ Powir switch AUTO ON/OFF button 1 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE or CARD. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. • The user mode indicator is displayed. User mode indicator Lock button Press the AUTO ON/OFF button. • Each time you press the AUTO ON/OFF button, the user mode changes between Auto mode and Manual mode. • To select Easy mode, hold down the AUTO ON/OFF button for more than two seconds. AUTO ON/OFF Notes: • All manual settings in Manual mode will be canceled when you press the AUTO ON/OFF button to return to Auto mode. • To cancel Easy mode, hold down the AUTO ON/OFF button for more than two seconds. • There is no user mode for playback functions. • The example screens in this operation manual assume the use of Auto mode unless otherwise indicated. 28

Screens The menu screens can be used to adjust the various settings of camcorder. 1 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE or CARD. 2 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR. 3 Lock button Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Q MENU/ DISPLAY 4 Press • or _ / _, (_) on the Operation button to select the desired menu screen, then press I_ (_). Example 5 Press • or _-/H (_) to select the desired menu item, then press _ (_). Example 6 Press • or _-/H (_) to select the desired menu setting, then press <,I (®). • To adjust another menu item, press _, then perform steps 4 to 6. Example To turn off the menu screen Pressthe MENU/DISPLAYbutton. Notes: • Certain menu items are common among Camcorder modes. If the REMOTE menu item, for example, is set to "OFF" in TAPE-CAMERA mode, it will be automatically set to "OFF" in other modes. • The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within five minutes. 29

Play Recording) Mode 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The recording mode indicator changes from "SP" to "LP". This camcorder allows you to record in LP MENU/ (Long Play Recording) mode for approximately D_s_Y 50% more recording time with the same picture (_') quality as that in SP (Standard Play Recording) mode. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. MENU/ DISPLAY 3 Select r_, then press _ on the Operation button. Select "TAPE SPEED" (_), then press _ (_z_). Recording mode indicator I_ 45min To return to SP mode Select "SP" in step 4 above. Notes on the use of LP mode • To record in LP mode, be sure to use a Mini DV cassette labeled for use with LP mode. • Frozen images, mosaic-pattern picture noise, audio interruptions or audio loss may occur in the following cases: --When using a tape which is not designated for use with LP mode. --When a tape recorded in LP mode under high-temperature conditions is played back. --When a tape recorded in LP mode with the camcorder is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder from another manu- facturer. --When a tape recorded in LP mode is played back on a Mini DV player or camcorder without an LP function. • Audio dubbing is not possible with LP mode recording. 4 Press • or _- / i! to select "LP", then press _. 30

Recording Mode This camcorder allows you to select between the 12-bit and 16-bit audio recording modes. The camcorder normally records audio in the 12-bit audio recording mode. For higher-quality audio recording, select the 16-bit audio recording mode. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select L_, then press _._ on the Opera- tion button. Select "AUDIO MODE" (_), then press _ (_). 4 Press • or _-/ii to select"16bit", then press <,I. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The audio recording mode indicator changes from "12bit" to "16bit". Audio recording mode indicator MENU/ DISPLAY li AUTO To return to 12-bit audio recording mode Select "12bit" in step 4 above. Note: • When using Audio Dubbing with 16-bit audio recordings, both the dubbed and original sounds will be recorded in mono (see page 68). Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) The digital image stabilization (DIS) function is factory preset to on to stabilize the image by electronically compensating for relatively minor image shaking that is often annoying in close- up shots. AUTO DIS indicator Note: • The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shaking. Turning Off the DIS Function When image shaking does not occur (e.g. when using the camcorder on a tripod), turn off the DIS function. The picture will appear more natural when the DIS function is off. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select I_l, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "DIS" (_), then press _ (_2_). @ 4 Press • or _-/l! to select"OFF", then press <,I. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The _ indicator is turned off. To return to DIS mode Select "ON" in step 4 above.

zoom ranges: 1-26x (optical zoom), 26-50x (digital zoom), 26-100x (digital zoom) or 26-780x (digital zoom). The digital zoom allows you to record powerful close-up pictures with the same operation as normal zooming. Notes: • The digital zoom is in addition to the optical zoom giving a combined maximum zoom range of 1-780 x. • As the image is enlarged digitally, the picture quality decreases when higher digital zoom settings are used. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 4 5 Press • or _-/ ii to select "50", "100" or "780", then press _. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The "D" digital zoom indicator is displayed during digital zooming. Digital zoom indicator .... I-T _- Z00M MENU/ _SPLAY To use optical zoom only Select "OFF" in step 4 above. 3 Select I_, then press _ on the Operation button. Select "DGTL ZOOM" (_), then press _ (_). 32

is backlit, the image will appear dark if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portion of the image unaffected. GAMMA/BRIGHTER button To obtain a brighter picture Press the GAMMA!BRIGHTER button again. • The [] indicator appears. m/ BRIGHTER _i!iiii_!iiii!iiiii_!iiiiiiii!!iii_i iii!i!iii!iiiiiiiii;!i_i!ii!ii!i!i!!!i!i!i In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once. • "GAMMA" appears, indicating that Gamma Brightness Compensation is now working. Iilmlll / BRIGHTER 41, Note: • When the [] indicator is displayed, the background will become slightly brighter. To cancel Gamma Brightness Compensation Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until "GAMMA" disappears. 33

in a dark or poorly- illuminated location, "LIGHT" is displayed on the screen. Use the gain-up function to record a brighter picture. Note: • At locations where lighting is adequate, "LIGHT" will not appear. The gain-up function cannot be used in this case. GAMMA/BRIGHTER button To obtain a brighter picture Press the GAMMA!BRIGHTER button again. • The _ indicator appears. Illfll / BRIGHTER GAMMA AUTO In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once. • "GAMMA" appears, indicating that the gain-up function is now working. Illfll / BRIGHTER To cancel the gain-up function Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until "GAMMA" disappears. Notes: • Some picture noise appears in Gain-up mode. The picture noise increases when the x:::[::><::]_ indicator is displayed. • When the _ indicator is displayed, a residual image may appear behind a subject that exhibits a lot of movement. • Fine brightness adjustment is possible using the manual exposure function (see page 51). 34

function allows you to record the subject in absolute darkness. This is useful when you want to record subjects at night, e.g. a nocturnal animal, without artificial light. Note: • Use Night Recording when "LIGHT" is displayed. Do not use in a bright location such as outdoors in broad daylight. SUPER CAT'S EYE switch I IR LIGHT button Infrared light transmitter In TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode, set the SUPER CAT'S EYE switch to ON. • "SUPER CAT'S EYE" appears, and the picture becomes brighter. SUPER To obtain a brighter picture Press the IR LIGHT button. • "SUPER CAT'S EYE" changes to "IR LIGHT", and the camcorder emits infrared light from the transmitter. • The picture becomes monochrome. W/B To cancel Night Recording Setthe SUPERCAT'SEYEswitch to OFF. Notes: • The picture will turn white if you use Night Recording in a bright location. • The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly when using Night Recording. In such cases, use the manual focus function to obtain proper focus (see page 47). • Infrared light emitted from the camcorder illumines an area up to about 10 feet (3 m) away. • The following functions do not work when using Night Recording. -- Manual shutter speed -- Manual exposure -- White balance lock -- Scene menu • You can obtain a much brighter picture of the subject by pressing the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button to select Gain-up mode and then setting the SUPER CAT'S EYE switch to ON. 35

back what you have recorded on the tape, and wish to quickly return to recording from the end of the last recorded scene, use the quick return function. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 3 Select a, then press _ on the Operation button. Select"QK. RETURN" (_), then press _ (_). Edit Search The edit search function lets you search, without switching from TAPE-CAMERA mode to TAPE-VCR mode, for the point on the tape where you wish to start recording next. Operation button 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 In Recording Standby mode, press and hold down m._ (forward edit search) or _ (reverse edit search) on the Operation button. 4 5 Press • or _-/ in to select "START", then press _. • "SEARCH" flashes, and the tape begins fast forwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene. When the tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene, "FINISHED" is displayed, and the camcorder enters Recording Standby mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Notes: • To cancel the quick return function, press m,. to select "STOP", then press _-_. • If the cassette has been removed since the last recording or if no recording has been made since the cassette was loaded, the quick return function cannot be used. 3 When you find the point where you want to begin recording, release the button. Notes: • The sound is off during search. • Forward edit search is performed at the same speed as normal playback, and reverse edit search at 5.5 times the normal playback speed. • Some picture noise appears during reverse edit search. 36

The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginning or end of a scene for creating scene transi- tions. This is especially effective for indicating a dramatic change in scenery. Fade in Fade out Setting Fade Mode 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 !ii_ii_iiiiiiiii:!iiiili!i_!i_i_i!_i!_!ii!_!i;!_iii:ili_!i_i_i ¸ 3 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii;i_i!!iifii!!ili;i_iii:!i Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select a, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "FADE" (_), then press _ (_). 4 Press • or _-/1! to select"ON", then press _. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • "FADE" is displayed. FADE indicator Using Fade Mode 1 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording. • The picture turns white, and the image and sound fade in. o_ 2 Press the REC START/STOP button at the point where you wish to stop recording. • The image and sound fade out as the picture gradually turns white. The camcorder then returns to Recording Standby mode. 37

Fade Mode". To use Fade Out only 1 During camera recording in TAPE- CAMERA mode, perform steps 2 to 5 in "Setting Fade Mode" to display "FADE". 2 Press the REC START/STOP button at the point where you wish to stop recording. Note: • Fade mode is automatically canceled after Fade Out. Wide Screen (16:9) The wide screen function lets you record scenes with the wide-screen feel of a movie shown in a theater. The top and bottom of the picture are masked with black bands to produce an effective screen aspect ratio of 16:9. Normal screen Wide screen 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select I_, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select"16:9" (_), then press _ (_). 4 Press • or _-/11 to select"ON", then press <,I. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The picture is displayed with the top and bottom portions masked. To return to normal screen Select "OFF" in step 4 above. Notes: • You can only use the wide screen function when the camcorder is in TAPE-CAMERA mode. • Each frame picture will not be displayed in Wide Screen mode when a still recording effect is set during Wide Screen mode. 38

of subjects with normal sound on a tape by selecting one of two still recording modes. Type of Still Recording modes SNAP: A still picture is recorded for 6 seconds. STILL: A continuous still image is recorded. Selecting Still Recording Mode 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select I_, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select"SNAP EFE" (_), then press _ (_). 4 Press • or _-/11 to select"OFF", then press <,I. 5 Press _-/H (_) to select"PHOTO SNAP", then press _,_ (_). 6 Press • or _-/ll to select the desired still recording mode, then press <,I. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Using Still Recording 1 Set the camcorderto TAPE-CAMERA mode. 2 In Recording Standby mode, press the STILL button. • A still image of the subject is displayed. 3 Press the REC START/STOP button. • The still image of the subject will be recorded. In SNAP mode, the camcorder returns to Recording Standby mode after recording a still image for 6 seconds. To pause recording Pressthe RECSTART/STOPbutton. To cancel the still image In SNAP mode, press the STILL button while the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode. In STILL mode, press the STILL button. Notes: • Still Recording can also be used during recording by pressing the STILL button. • The picture quality in Still Recording mode will be slightly lower than normal pictures. 39

effects to record the still images with an effect. Type of Still Recording Effects PHOTO SHOT: A still picture is recorded following the sound and visual effects of a camera shutter closing. P-IN-P: A still image is recorded within an inset image displayed on a motion picture. 9 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at intervals of 1/10 of a second using a 9-frame picture. 16 FRAMES: A still picture is recorded at intervals of 1/10 of a second using a 16-frame picture. Selecting a still recording effect 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select €'_'h,then press _ on the Operation button. 4 Note: • In TAPE-CAMERA mode, select the desired still recording mode (see page 39). Press • or _-/ml (_) to select"SNAP EFE", then press m,_(_). Using PHOTO SHOT, 9 FRAMES or 16 FRAMES mode 1 Perform the steps in"Selecting a still recording effect" to select "PHOTO SHOT", "9 FRAMES" or "16 FRAMES". 2 In Recording Standby mode, press the STILL button. • In TAPE-CAMERA mode, a still image of the subject is displayed with the selected effect. Perform step 3. • In CARD-CAMERA mode, the still image of the subject will be recorded with the selected effect. Omit step 3. 3 Press the REC START/ STOP button. • The still image of the subject will be recorded on tape. To cancel the still image in TAPE- CAMERA mode In SNAP mode, press the STILL button while the camcorder is in Recording Standby mode. In STILL mode, press the STILL button. Notes: • Still recording effects can also be used during recording on tape by pressing the STILL button. • If you use PHQT© SHOT during recording on tape, the visual effects of a camera shutter closing are recorded. • You can use PHOTO SHOT without the sound effect of a camera shutter closing by setting the SOUND menu item to "OFF" (see page 56). • The picture quality in Still Recording Effects mode will be slightly lower than normal pictures. 5 6 Press • or m.-/I!to select the desired still recording effect, then press _. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. 40

recording effect" to select "P-IN-P" (see page 40). 2 In Recording Standby mode, press the STILL button. • An inset image of the subject is displayed. • To change the position of the inset image, press _ or _,_ on the Opera- tion button. The inset image moves as shown below. t 4 5 Press _-/ ii to freeze the inset image. Note: • Pressing I_/11, _ or I,I- while the inset image is frozen cancels the still image. Press the REC START/ STOP button. • The still image of the subject will be recorded. • In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the STILL button, instead of the REC START/ STOP button. To pause recording on tape Pressthe RECSTART/STOPbutton. To turn off the inset image Pressthe MENU/DISPLAYbutton. To cancel still recording effects Select "OFF" in step 5 of "Selecting a still recording effect". Note: • P-IN-P mode cannot be used together with the following functions. ---Mosaic picture effect --DIS --16:9 ---Brighter mode (x:]:X]_) of the gain-up function ---Digital zoom 3 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the inset subject. 41

vertically so that the screen faces the other way and the subject can monitor the shot while you are recording with the viewfinder. If the camcorder is steadied, you can record yourself in the scene by watching yourself on the LCD monitor. The supplied remote control is useful for such occasions. 2 Set the Power switch to CAMERA. • The subject is displayed in the viewfinder, and a mirror image of the subject is displayed on the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor to a 90 ° angle to the camcorder body (_), and then rotate it 180 ° vertically (_). 3 Set the Media Selection switch to TAPE or CARD, and begin recording. Caution: • Do not invert the image by rotating the monitor during recording. Notes: • The screen image is automatically inverted when the vertical rotation of the monitor is between 135 ° and 180 °. When the monitor is rotated back to within 135 °, the image returns to normal. • If the <:_ indicator flashes when the monitor is in the inverted position, this indicates a warning. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to within 135 °. (See pages 7 and 8 for descriptions of the warning indicators.) 42

which is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the camcorder automatically focuses on whatever is in the center of the scene. Always keep the subject in the center of the scene. Notes: • If no subject is in the center of the scene, the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the center will be focused on. • If no subject is displayed, the camcorder will automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame. • Auto Focus may not work in the situations described on page 47. In these situations, use the manual focus function. Macro Shots This camcorder lets you shoot close-up images of small objects such as flowers and insects, or make title frames for your videos. When you want to record a magnified image of a subject which is within approximately 6 feet (1.8 m) of the camcorder, do not zoom in on it. Instead, zoom out all the way by pushing the Power Zoom control to the W side, and then move the camcorder closer to the subject until you obtain the desired angle of view. The camcorder will automatically focus on the subject when the lens is set for the widest angle. Power Zoom control Tri Using the Remote Control Use the supplied remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance, such as when you want to record yourself in a scene, or when the camcorder is connected to a TV for use as a VCR. Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control 1 2 Open the battery compartment cover. Insert the two supplied AA (R6 or UM/ SUM-3) batteries with the battery poles positioned as indicated. 1 2 3 Replace the cover. (b @ Caution: • Do not use old and new batteries together or batteries of different brands together. Turning on the Remote Control Mode 1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Select I:TC,then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "REMOTE" (_), then press _ (@). Notes: • When you are recording a macro shot, be sure that the subject receives sufficient illumination. • It is recommended that you use a tripod for recording macro shots, to prevent image shaking. 43

screen. Operating the Remote Control 1 Open the LCD monitor completely (_), then rotate it 180° vertically (_2_). 2 Set the Media Selection switch on the camcorder to TAPE or CARD. 3 Set the Power switch on the camcorder to CAMERA or VCR. 4 Aim the remote control at the remote sensor of the camcorder, and press the control buttons for operation. REW button [pp. 23, 78] CARD REC button [p. 74] TAPE REC START/STOP button [p. 20] W/T buttons [pp. 21, 60] -/+ buttons [p. 23] - PLAY button [pp. 23, 78] button [pp. 23, 78] [pp. 23, 78] SLOW button [p. 45] Shift buttons [p. 60] Advance/reverse buttons [p. 45] PAUSE/STILL button [pp. 25, 45] Notes: • Be careful not to allow direct sunlight or bright light from interior illumination to fall onto the remote sensor, as this may prevent the remote control from operating properly. • Be sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor. • When the batteries are depleted and the remote control does not operate, replace them with new AA (R6 or UM/SUM-3) batteries. 44

using the supplied remote control. (See pages 43 and 44 for use of the remote control.) Frame Advance The frame advance function allows you to play back still images frame by frame. 1 During playback in TAPE-VCR ""us_'_,_ mode, press the PAUSE/STILL button (11)to pause playback. button Advance/reverse buttons Reverse Playback The reverse playback function allows you to play backvideo in reverse. During playback in TAPE-VCR <4. p,> mode, press the 4111button. _ Q To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (_). Slow The slow function allows you to play back images in slow motion. During playback in TAPE-VCR ,)SLOW mode, press the SLOW button ( i,- ). 2 Press the I1=,-(or <11) button. <'(" "> • Each time you press the _\_ _ button, the picture advances one frame forward (or backward). To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (_). Notes: • The sound is off during reverse, slow, and frame advance playback. • If you use the slow or frame advance function with the tape recorded in LP mode, the picture may advance several frames at a time. • Clearer still images can be achieved by recording with a fast shutter speed (see page 49). To view slow playback in reverse, press the (111 button. To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (_). Note: • To protect the tape, the camcorder automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Slow mode for more than 10 minutes. 45

The time code shows the hour, minute and second of recording, and the frame number (1 frame = approx. 1/30 sec.). This is automati- cally recorded along with the subject when you are recording on the tape. You can display the time code on the screen as an accurate counter in both TAPE-VCR and TAPE-CAMERA modes. Display format TC l0f17÷ Frame number* Second * Displayed during still Minute or frame advance Hour playback. • The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-VCR mode. 2 During playback or camera recording in TAPE modes, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select I:TC,then press _ on the Operation button. Select "TIME CODE" (_), then press _ (_). 4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The time code appears. MENU/ DISPLAY Time code To turn off the time code Select "DISP.OFF" in step 3 above. Note" • When the tape reaches an unrecorded section, the time code returns to zero (TC0:00:00). Once recorded, the time code cannot be changed. Displaying the time code on a TV during playback 1 In TAPE-VCR mode, select ETC,then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "TC OUT" (_), then press m,_ (®). 2 Press • or _,-/H to select "ON", then press _. 3 Press • or _-/H to select"DISR ON", then press _. 46

subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the camcorder to Manual Focus mode and focus manually. Subject is too dark. Fast-moving subject. Subject has horizontal stripes. Light reflects off the subject. Subject has fine, re )eated patterns. Fast-speed shutter being used under fluorescent lighting. Lack of contrast, e.g. snow scene. Background is too bright. Subject is being shot through a dirty or wet window. Two su_ts at different distances overlap inthe same scene. Subjects at different distances appear in the center of the scene at the same time. 1 2 3 4 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the AUTO ON/OFF button to select Manual mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select a, then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "MAN. FOCUS" (_), then press _ (_). 5 6 Press _ to display the focus setting screen. MANUAL 12bit .FOCUS &FAR TNEAR SP SET [_ BUTTON] Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire. 47

subject, then press _ (_). MANUAL MF 12bit .FOCUS AFAR VNEAR SP SET [4 BUTTON] i MANUAL MF 12bit ,FOCUS &AUTO SP SET [< BUTTON] Press _. To cancel Manual Focus mode After performing step 4 above, select "AUTO", then press 4,(. Notes: • The camcorder may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is within approximately 6 feet (1.8 m). Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing. • If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder may not be able to correctly focus. • When "MF" is displayed, you can manually adjust the focus by pressing • or ),-/ii, even if the focus setting screen is not displayed. • When you want to cancel all manual settings and return to Auto mode, press the AUTO ON/OFF button. 9 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • "MF" is displayed. MENU/ _8PLAY Manual focus indicator MANUAL I_ 12bit r_l 30min SP 48

is preset to auto mode, which automatically chooses the optimal shutter speed for the ambient light. However, depending on the subject or situation, you may want to set the shutter speed manually to create a high-quality picture. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 Press the AUTO ON/OFF button to select Manual mode 3 4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears Select a, then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "SHUT. SPEED" (_), then press _ (_). 6 Press • or _-/ nl (_) to select the desired shutter speed, then press (®). • The selected shutter speed is displayed on the menu screen. i MANUAL 1 2 bit • SHUT SPEED 10000 v- 2000 AUTO sP SET [< BUTTON] 5 Press _ to display the shutter speed setting screen. i MANUAL 12 bit • SHUT SPEED 10000 "+ I v- AUTO AUTO sP SET [< BUTTON] Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. To return to Auto Shutter Speed mode After performing step 4 above, select "AUTO", then press 4,_. 49 10000 4000 2000 1000 500 250 100 60 AUTO 1/10,000 sec. 1/4,000 sec. 1/2,000 sec. 1/1,000 sec. 1/500 sec. 1/250 sec. 1/100 sec. 1/60 sec. Variable

the darker the picture becomes. Select the most appropriate shutter speed for the ambient light. • Recording outdoor sports on a partially cloudy day. • Recording an outside scene through a car window (when you want to minimize blur caused by the camera shaking). • When you want to reduce the light by half. Use as a substitute for an ND2 filter. 1/1,000 sec. I 1/250 sec. 1/100 sec. Notes: • Recording with a shutter speed faster than 1/60 sec. tends to darken the picture. Record in bright locations when you use a fast shutter speed. • Using a fast shutter speed under fluorescent lighting will cause flickering in the picture and possibly periodic color shifts. • The manual shutter speed setting will be canceled if a scene setting is selected thereafter. • The manual shutter speed setting cannot be used with Night Recording. • When you want to cancel all manual settings and return to Auto mode, press the AUTO ON/OFF button. Tips on Using the Manual Shutter Speed • Fast shutter speeds can be used with the still recording function (see page 39) to record higher quality still images of fast-moving subjects. • If the on-screen picture flickers when recording under fluorescent lighting, you may be able to compensate by setting the shutter speed to 1/100 sec. 50

mode, which automatically chooses the optimal aperture. When there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and back- ground, however, you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use the manual exposure function to correct the exposure level. Background is too bright and subject too dark (backlit subject). • Increase the exposure level to allow more light through the lens. Subject is too bright against background. • Decrease the exposure level to allow less light through the lens. 1 2 3 4 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the AUTO ON/OFF button to select Manual mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select a, then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "EXPOSURE" (_), then press _ (_). 5 6 Press <,I to display the exposure setting screen. MANUAL 12bit • EXPOSURE +5 "+ ) V- O -5 SP SET [4 BUTTON] Press • or _-/ i! to select the desired exposure level. • The number shown is the selected exposure level. The adjustment range is from -5 (least light) to +5 (most light). MANUAL 12bit • EXPOSURE +5 V- +3 -5 sP SET [< BUTTON] Press _. • The selected exposure level is displayed on the menu screen. Q 8 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. To cancel Manual Exposure mode After performing step 4 above, select "AUTO", then press 4,_. Notes: • Manual Exposure mode will be canceled if a scene setting is selected thereafter. • Manual Exposure cannot be used with Night Recording. • When you want to cancel all manual settings and return to Auto mode, press the AUTO ON/OFF button.

on the screen tends to look different depending on the lighting condition. The camcorder is preset to Auto White Balance mode, which automatically adjusts the hue of the picture for the current lighting condition. Auto White Balance may not work properly for the following subjects. In this case, use the white balance lock function. • Subjects with one dominant color or subjects against background with one dominant color • Subjects under very bright light source, e.g. video lights • Subjects under light source with red hue, e.g. glow of sunset • Close-up images of small objects Note: • White Balance Lock cannot be set when the camcorder is in Easy mode or the SUPER CAT'S EYE switch is set to ON. W/B button 4 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to set the white balance lock. • "W/B LOCK" flashes during the locking procedure. To cancel the locking proce- dure, press the MENU/DISPLAY button while "W/B LOCK" flashes. MENU/ DISPLAY MANUAL Press the W/B button to turn off the white balance lock screen. • "W/B LOCK" is displayed. i MANUAL W/B LOCK I_] 30min SP 12 bit 1 2 3 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. Press the W/B button to display the white balance lock screen. W/B AUTO SET [MENU/DISPLAY] Aim the lens at a white object. • Adjust the distance of the object so that the entire screen is white. To cancel White Balance Lock 1 Press the W/B button, then press the MENU/DISPLAY button. • "W/B LOCK" changes to "WHITE BAh". 2 Press the W/B button to turn off the white balance lock screen. Notes: • If the light source changes or if you move from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa, when recording with the white balance locked, the white balance may shift. Reset the white balance. • Do not move the camcorder while "W/B LOCK" is flashing in step 4. • If "W/B LOCK" does not stop flashing in step 4, press the MENU/DISPLAY button to cancel the locking procedure, and repeat step 4. • White Balance Lock will be canceled if a scene setting is selected thereafter. 52

effects let you record the subject with a more dramatic effect. Type of Digital Picture Effects B/W: To record in black-and-white. SEPIA: To record in sepia color similar to that of an old photograph. MOSAIC: To record a picture divided up into tiles. SOLARI: To record with enhanced contrast, creating a unique artistic image. NEGA: To record a picture whose blacks and whites of the image are reversed and colors of the image are inverted. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 4 5 Press • or m,-/I! to select the desired digital picture effect, then press _. • The selected digital picture effect is displayed on the menu screen. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. To cancel the digital picture effect Select "OFF" in step 4 above. Note: • Digital picture effects cannot be used when a still image is displayed. MENU/ DISPLAY 3 Select a, then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "PIC. EFFECT" (_), then press _ (_). 53

to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific situation. Just select one of four scene settings shown below. The camcorder will automatically set the exposure, white balance, and shutter speed to produce the optimum picture quality for the selected situation. Type of Scene Settings SPORT: When you want to record a fast- moving subject. SUNLIGHT: When the background is very bright. DUSK: When you want to faithfully record the red of the setting sun, and the surrounding twilight. PARTY: When the illumination is from a spotlight or candles. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. MENU/ DISPLAY Q 3 Select a, then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "SCENE MENU" (_), then press _ (_). 4 Press • or _-/ml to select the scene setting that best fits the recording situation, then press _. • The selected scene setting is displayed on the menu screen. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The selected scene setting indicator is displayed. MENU/ DISPLAY Scene setting indicator SPORT_ r_7 30rain SP To cancel the scene setting Select "OFF" in step 4 above. Note: • Scene settings cannot be used when Night Recording is used or a still image is dis- played. 54

Microphone With the zoom microphone, you can record audio according to the magnification of the zoom lens for producing the optimum sound. You can also set the zoom microphone to record only sounds at a distance. Mounting the Zoom Microphone 1 Align the mounting pin of the zoom microphone with the mounting hole on the camcorder, and slide the zoom microphone in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place. Mounting hole 2 pin Turn the screw in the direction of the arrow to secure the zoom microphone. Selecting Zoom Microphone Mode Select a Zoom Microphone mode when the zoom microphone is mounted. Type of Zoom Microphone modes AUTO: The camcorder automatically selects the optimum sound according to the magnifi- cation of the zoom lens. When the zoom lens is at a wide-angle setting, the built-in micro- phone is used to record sounds. As the zoom magnification increases, the sounds from the zoom microphone and built-in microphone are mixed according to the zoom setting. TELE: The zoom microphone is fixed to record sounds at a distance. (The built-in micro- phone is turned off.) OFF: The zoom microphone is turned off. (The built-in microphone is on.) 1 2 3 4 Mount the zoom microphone to the camcorder. Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select L_, then press m,_ on the Opera- tion button. Select "ZOOM MIC" (_), then press _ (_). Removing the zoom microphone Turn the screw in the opposite direction than when mounting, and then pull off the zoom microphone. Caution: • Do not pick up the camcorder by the zoom microphone, as this may cause the camcorder or zoom microphone to break down. 5 Press • or _-/ i! to select the desired zoom microphone mode, then press _. • The selected zoom microphone mode is displayed on the menu screen. 55 6 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Note: • When the camcorder is in Easy mode, the Zoom Microphone mode is fixed to "AUTO" and cannot be selected on the menu screen.

annoying noise from strong winds when recording. 1 2 3 Set the camcorder to TAPE-CAMERA mode. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select L_, then press _,_ on the Opera- tion button. Select "WIND" (_), then press _ (_2_). 4 Press • or _-/ml to select"ON", then press _. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. To cancel Windbreak Select "OFF" in step 4 above. Note: • Keep the windbreak function off during normal recording. If it is left on, the recorded audio may sound somewhat muffled when played back. Setting the Confirmation Sounds A confirmation sound is made when you turn on or off the Power switch, press the REC START/STOP button, or perform other desig- nated operations. Use the procedure below to change the type of sound or to turn off the confirmation sounds altogether. Type of Confirmation Sound Settings CHIME: A chiming sound is made. BEEP: An electronic beeping sound is made. OFF: No confirmation sound is made. 1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Select I:TC,then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "SOUND" (_), then press _ (_2_). 3 4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Note: • If "OFF" is selected, the sound effect of a camera shutter closing in PHOTO SHOT mode and CARD-CAMERA mode will also be turned off. 56

function allows you to easily adjust the clock to the local time when you use the camcorder while travelling anywhere around the world. • Set the area, date and time for your home time zone if they have not already been set (see page 15). Example: Changing the clock from New York time to Los Angeles time. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. AUTO JUN. 2.2002 I_ 30min SP 10:30AM 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 3 4 5 Select (_), then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "AREA" (_), then press _ (_). Press • or _-/li (_) to select"17 L.A:', then press _ (_). • The camcorder is now set to Los Angeles time. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. MENU/ DISPLAY JUN. 2. 2002 I_] 30min SP 7: 30AM Time Zone Chart Area number 57

(Hawaii Standard Time) 16 ANCHRGE U.S.A. (Alaska), AST (Alaska Standard Time) 17 L.A. U.S.A. (Los Angeles, San Francisco), PST (Pacific Standard Time) 18 DENVER U.S.A. (Denver), MST (Mountain Standard Time) 19 CHICAGO Mexico (Mexico City), U.S.A. (Chicago), CST (Central Standard Time) 20 NEW YORK Canada (Montreal), Jamaica, Peru, U.S.A. (New York, Washington D.C.), EST (Eastern Standard Time) 21 CARACAS Chile, Dominican Republic, Venezuela 22 RIO Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay 23 FN ISL. Fernando de Noronha 24 AZORES Azores Islands *These are commonly used names. The formal names may be different. 58

below to advance the clock of the camcorder one hour to daylight saving time. 1 Set the camcorder toTAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. AUTO JUN. 2.2002 I_ 30min SP 10:30AM 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The _ indicator appears when the date/ time is displayed. MENU/ l 2002 DISPLAY I_] 30min SP , 11 : 30AM Daylight saving time indicator To reset to standard time Select "OFF" in step 4 above. 2 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. MENU/ _$PLAY 3 Select CE), then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "DYLT SAVE" (_), then press _ (_). O 4 Press • or _-/ii to select "ON", then press _. • The time automatically changes to daylight saving time. 59

magnify the playback picture up to 10 times its original size and to shift the magnified picture by using the remote control (see pages 43 and 44 for use of the remote control). bu_ons To cancel Playback Zoom Press the ZOOM W button to zoom out to the widest angle. Notes: • Use of Playback Zoom may cause a reduction in picture quality for still images. • Images in Playback Zoom mode cannot be transferred via DV or PC connect cable to a personal computer. •The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-VCR mode. During playback in TAPE-VCR (or CARD-VCR) mode, press the ZOOM T button to zoom in. 2 Press the Shift <, _, A, or • button to shift the displayed image. 60

function improves the playback picture in TAPE-VCR mode by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected. GAMMA/BRIGHTER button During playback in TAPE-VCR mode, press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button once. • "GAMMA1" appears, and the picture becomes brighter. Multiple Strobe Playback The multiple strobe playback function can be used to capture the action of a fast-moving subject at intervals of 1/10 of a second using a 9- or 16-frame picture. This is useful when you want to check your form in sports such as tennis or golf. 2 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select r_-7, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "MULTI FRAME" (_), then press _ (_). m/ BRIGHII_R To obtain a brighter picture, press the GAMMA/ BRIGHTER button again. • "GAMMA2" appears. m/ BRIGH]]_R To cancel Gamma Playback Press the GAMMA/BRIGHTER button until "GAMMA1" and "GAMMA2" disappear. Note: • Gamma Playback has no effect during still playback. 3 Press • or _-/ li to select "9 FRAMES" (9-frame picture) or "16 FRAMES" (16- frame picture), then press _. 4 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen, and then begin playback. Press the STILL button at the point where you want to begin the multiple strobe playback. • A multi-frame picture of the image is displayed. To cancel Multiple Strobe Playback Pressthe STILL button again. Note: • Multiple Strobe Playback cannot be used during video search, still or slow playback. 61

interesting scene transition between a still image and the following image during play- back in TAPE-VCR mode. Type of Playback Effects OVERLAP: A still image fades out as the next image fades in, replacing the previous image. The two scenes momentarily dissolve. 41, Using Playback Effect 1 In TAPE-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Select r-_--1,then press _ on the Operation button. Select"PB EFFECT" (_), then press _ (_). 3 Press • or _-/ in to select"OVERLAP" or "WIPE", then press _. WIPE: A still image is replaced with the next image first appearing in the middle of the screen and gradually expanding to fill the screen. 4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. 5 Rewind or fast forward the tape to just before the position where you want to use the playback effect, and then begin playback. • The still image is replaced with the next image with the selected playback effect. To cancel the playback effect Select "OFF" instep 3 above. Preparation Plan the scene transition, and record still images with the still recording function (see page 39). Notes: • Playback effects can also be used to provide a transition from a still image to a moving image. • Record images for 6 seconds or longer. An image recorded for less than 6 seconds may not dissolve properly. Notes: • Playback effects will be canceled if Multiple Strobe Playback is used thereafter. • Scene transition does not occur if Playback Zoom or Picture Effect Playback is used thereafter. • Playback effects will be canceled if the power source is interrupted. 62

images with a more dramatic effect. Type of Picture Effects B/W: The picture is displayed in black-and- white. SEPIA: The picture is displayed in sepia color similar to that of an old photograph. MOSAIC*: The picture is divided up into tiles. SOLARI: The contrast of the subject is enhanced, creating a unique artistic image. NEGA: The blacks and whites of the image are reversed and colors of the image are inverted. *Available only in TAPE-VCR mode. • The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-VCR mode. 1 During playback in TAPE-VCR or CARD- VCR mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Select r_-7,then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "PIC. EFFECT" (_), then press _ (_2_). To cancel Picture Effect Playback Select "OFF" instep 3 above. Notes: • Images in Picture Effect Playback mode cannot be transferred via DV or PC connecting cable to a personal computer. • Picture Effect Playback cannot be used with Multiple Strobe Playback or Slide Show Playback. 3 4 Press • or _-/nl to select the desired picture effect, then press _. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. 63

is difficult to see due to ambient lighting or other factors, adjust the monitor picture settings. • The example screens for this feature are for TAPE-CAMERA mode. Adjusting the Picture 1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Press • or _-/nl to select LCD(_), then press _,_ (_2_)on the Operation button. Adjusting the Backlight 1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Select LCD,then press _,_ on the Operation button. Press • or _-/nl to select "BACKLIGHT" (_), then press _,_ (®). 3 Press • or _-/nl to select the item you wish to adjust, then press _,_. 4 Press • or _-/nl to adjust the item to the desired setting. 5 Darker ,qH_ Brighter Decrease,qH_ Increase __lllID_D Red4-_ Green Darker4H_ Brighter Note: • Close the LCD monitor to turn on the viewfinder when adjusting the "VF BRIGHT". Press _, then press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. 3 Press • or _-/.i to select "AUTO", "NORMAU' or"BRIGHT", then press _. il = , I I I I 4 AUTO: The camcorder automatically switches between "NORMAL" and "BRIGHT" depending on the ambient lighting. This mode is only available in TAPE-CAMERA or CARD-CAMERA mode. NORMAL: For use indoors or under moderate lighting conditions. BRIGHT: For use outdoors under strong lighting conditions, such as bright daylight. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Note: • When the color or tint is adjusted, the picture on the LCD monitor may differ from the picture actually recorded. Do not change the color and tint settings unless it is necessary. (These adjustments only affect the monitor picture, not the recorded image.) 64

by removing unwanted sequences from your tape, or transposing one sequence with another. This camcorder lets you monitor the source program on the built-in LCD monitor without having to connect it to an external TV or video monitor. Connect the camcorder to a VCR with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown. Cutting Unwanted Sequences 1 Play back the tape to be edited on the camcorder, and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut. Write down the time code reading at the beginning and end of that sequence (see page 46). Then, rewind the tape to before the beginning of the portion that you wish to keep. Yellow: To video inputjack White: To audio input (L)jack Red: To audio input (R) jack Recording ....................................... _ To S-video input socket _======== Audio/video cable (supplied) 2 Load a video cassette into the recording VCR. 3 4 Press _-/ l= on the camcorder to begin playback, and then press the Record button on the VCR to begin recording. Press the Pause/Still button on the VCR to pause recording when the source l _ _ tape reaches the beginning of the ,====== S-video cable (commercially available) sequence to be cut. 5 Press the Pause/Still (or Record) button To S-VIDEO socket on the VCR to resume recording when ........................ _ the source tape reaches the end of the _o sequence to be cut. To stop editing Yellow: To VIDEO jack Press • on the camcorder and press the Stop White: To AUDIO L jack Playback button on the VCR. Red: To AUDIO R jack Notes: Notes: • Some of the transitions between edited • If your VCR has only one audio input jack, use sequences may be slightly off. the white plug for the audio connection on the • There may be picture noise during video search VCR. or still playback. This does not imply a defect in • If your VCR has an S-video input socket, you can the camcorder. use a commercially available S-video cable for • The time code display will be recorded along the video connection. (The yellow video plug with the edited sequences if the TC OUT item is does not need to be connected to the VCR.) set to "ON". Set to "OFF" before editing (see page 46). 65

Source You can use this camcorder to record or edit videos from another source, such as a VCR, TV, or video disc player. Connect the camcorder to the source equip- ment with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown. Recording Yellow: To VIDEO jack White: To AUDIO L jack Red: To AUDIO R jack -- S-video cable (commercially available) -- Audio/video cable (supplied) ii....................................... _, _Yellow: To video output jack To S-video outputi _ White: To audio output (L)jack socket_ (__ _ Red: To audio output (R)jack Playback TV with monitor output VCR Video disc player Notes: • If the source equipment has only one audio output jack, use the white plug for the audio connection on the source equipment. (The input audio will only be recorded on the left channel of the tape.) • If the source equipment has an S-video input socket, you can use a commercially available S- video cable for the video connection. (The yellow video plug does not need to be connected to the VCR.) To Record from an External Source 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode. 2 3 4 Begin playback on the source equipment connected to the camcorder. • Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is being properly received. Press the REC START/STOP button on the camcorder. • The camcorder enters the Recording Standby mode. Press _-/ ii on the Operation button to begin recording. Notes: • To pause recording, press _ / ii. Press _ / ii again to resume recording. • To operate by remote control, perform steps 1 and 2 above, and press the TAPE REC START/ STOP button, then press the PAUSE/STILL button (11). • If "NO SIGNAL" is displayed on the camcorder screen, check that the S-video cable or audio/ video cable is properly connected. To stop recording Press • on the Operation button. 66

(IEEE1394) This camcorder enables you to perform digital video editing. Connect the camcorder to video equipment with a DV terminal using a commer- cially available DV cable. A DV cable is able to transfer all dubbing signals including video and audio. Video equipment with DV terminal (e.g. DV camcorder) •"=----= DV cable (commercially available) To DV terminal To Record to Video Equipment See "Cutting Unwanted Sequences" on page 65, using the video equipment as the recording source. Note: • Make sure that the video equipment to which you are recording can input dubbing signals via the DV terminal. To Record from Video Equipment 1 Set the camcorder to TAPE-VCR mode, and insert a Mini DV cassette. 2 3 4 Begin playback on the video equipment connected to the camcorder. • Check the camcorder screen to see if the picture is being properly received. Press the REC START/STOP button on the camcorder. • The camcorder enters the Recording Standby mode. Press _-/ l= on the Operation button to begin recording. To stop recording Press • on the Operation button. Cutting Unwanted Sequences 1 Press _-/ in to pause recording when the source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut. 2 Press _-/in to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut. Notes: • Make sure that the video equipment from which you are recording can output dubbing signals via the DV terminal. • If the video equipment is not set to the playback mode or the DV cable is not properly connected, "NO SIGNAL" is displayed on the camcorder screen. • If no picture or sound is input to the camcorder even if the DV cable is properly connected and you are playing back the source media from the video equipment, set the Power switch on the camcorder to OFF and then back to VCR, or disconnect the DV cable and connect it again. • If a digital video recording with a copyright protection signal is used as the playback source, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED." appears on the camcorder monitor and the recording function is disabled (see page 88). 67

made with this camcorder, while preserving the original audio and video recordings. Microphone for Audio Dubbing You can use the built-in stereo microphone to record narration. Built-in stereo microphone Note: • Audio dubbing cannot be performed via the DV terminal. Audio Recording In normal recording mode 12-bit audio recording The audio is recorded in stereo on Audio 1. Audio 1: Stereo (left and right) sound Audio 2: No audio 16-bit audio recording The audio is recorded in stereo with the left and right sound on two separate channels. Audio 1: Left sound Audio 2: Right sound In Audio Dubbing mode 12-bit audio recording The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2. Audio 1: Original stereo (left and right) sound Audio 2: Dubbed stereo (left and right) sound 16-bit audio recording The dubbed audio is recorded on Audio 2 over the original right sound. Both the dubbed and original sounds are in mono. Audio 1: Original left sound Audio 2: Dubbed sound Note: • You can selectthe 12-bitor16-bitaudio recording mode by performing the procedure on page 31. 68

and locate the tape position where you wish to start audio dubbing. 2 Press _-/ll to pause playback. 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 4 Select F_-q,then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "AUDIO DUB" (_), then press _ (_2_). • The audio dubbing screen appears. _il AUDI01+2 AUDIO DUB [B 4SLOP 5 CANCEL [MENU/DISPLAY] Press _ to begin audio dubbing. Record your narration. _il AUDIO1+2 To pause audio dubbing Press_F_. To quit audio dubbing Press the MENU/DISPLAY button. The audio dubbing screen disappears. If you wish to change the dubbed audio or dub additional scenes 1 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the audio dubbing screen. 2 Repeat steps 1 to 5 above. Notes: • Audio dubbing cannot be used with record- ings made in LP mode. • It is recommended that you use Audio Dubbing only with recordings made with this camcorder. Use of recordings made with other digital video equipment may result in poor audio quality. • Audio dubbing will automatically pause if the original audio changes from 12-bit mode to 16- bit mode or vice versa. Press _ to resume operation. • Audio dubbing will automatically stop if a portion recorded in LP mode is encountered. • You can play back the dubbed audio and the original audio together or separately (see "Selecting the Audio Playback Mode" on next page). AUDIO DUB _START [m 69

audio playback modes. Audio 1+2 • 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 and Audio 2 channels) • 16-bit recording in stereo (left and right channels) Audio 1 • 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 1 channel only) • 16-bit recording in mono (left channel only) Audio 2 • 12-bit recording in stereo (Audio 2 channel only) • 16-bit recording in mono (right channel only) 1 2 3 Play back a Mini DV cassette with dubbed audio. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select r_-7,then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "AUDIO" (_), then press _ (_2_). 4 Press • or _-/l= to select the desired audio playback mode, then press _. 5 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The selected audio playback mode indicator is displayed. MENU/ DISPLAY UDIO_.2 Audio playback mode indicator Note: • The audio playback mode indicator, "AUDIO", is displayed in different colors depending on the recording mode (12- or 16-bit) used for the recording being played back. A white display indicates 12-bit recording mode, and a green display, 16-bit recording mode. 70

TAPE-CAMERA and CARD modes to a personal computer by using the supplied Video Capture Software. System Requirements • IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intel ®Pentium ® 133 MHz or faster processor • Microsoft Windows ® 95B, Windows ® 95C, Windows ® 98, Windows ®98 Second Edition, Windows ® 2000 Professional*, or Windows ® Me operating system • 32 MB or more of RAM • 9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space • SVGA (800 x 600 pixels) color display monitor with 16-bit color or higher • CD-ROM drive (for installation) • RS-232C serial port • Mouse or other pointing device * In the Windows ® 2000 Professional environ- ment, only the system administrator has installation access rights. Installing the Software 1 Turn on the PC and start up Windows. 2 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture Software into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Double click on the "My Computer" icon. 4 Double click on the "CD-ROM" drive icon. 5 Double click on the "Setup.exe" file. 6 Followthe instructions as they appear on the PC monitor until the installation is complete. Restart the PC. Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer 1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the camcorder as shown below. • Before connecting the camcorder to the PC, make sure that the PC power is off to insure that images are transferred properly. PC connecting cable (supplied) =====_ To PC connection jack 3 Turn on the PC. Notes: • It is recommended to use the AC adapter/battery charger as a power source for extended periods of use. • Images with the following functions cannot be transferred to a personal computer. --TAPE-VCR/CARD-VCR mode: Playback Zoom, Picture Effect Playback --TAPE-CAMERA/CARD-CAMERA mode: Digital Zoom, Digital Picture Effects, Scene Menu • Using a commercially available floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter, it is possible to directly transfer still images on a SmartMedia card to a PC (see page 85). • To edit still images transferred with the Video Capture Software, use a commercially available image editing software. 71

For tips on how to use the Video Capture Software, refer to the operation manual located on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Follow the steps below to open the PDF file containing the manual. Note: • For the latest product information, be sure to read the "Readme" text file located in the "Readme" folder of the Video Capture Software CD-ROM Select the "Readme" text file you prefer. The letters between "Readme" and ".txt" define the language; for example, "en" in "Readmeen.txt" stands for English, etc. Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 or later is required for viewing the PDF manual of the Video Capture Software. If the Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your PC, perform steps below to install one. ¸ii!ii!i!i!i! i ! iii ! il ¸I Chinese, Simplified ar40chs.exe Chinese, Traditional ar405cht.exe Dutch ar405dut.exe English ar405eng.exe French ar405fre.exe German ar405deu.exe Italian ar405ita.exe Korean ar405kor.exe Portugese, Brazilian ar405por.exe Spanish, Castilian ar405esl.exe Swedish ar405swe.exe 1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture Software into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click on the "My Computer" icon. 3 Double click on the "CD-ROM" drive icon. 4 Double click on the "Acroread" folder. 5 Double click on the desired language version. 6 Followthe instructions as they appear on the PC monitor until the installation is complete. Restart the PC. Opening the PDF Manual 1 Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture Software into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click on the "My Computer" icon. 3 Double click on the "CD-ROM" drive icon. 4 Double click on the "Manual" folder. 5 Double click on the PDF file of the desired language version. • Adobe Acrobat Reader launches and the selected PDF manual opens. Note: • If the PDF file does not open, Adobe Acrobat Reader may not be properly installed. Refer to the steps of "Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader" to check the installation procedure. Printing the PDF Manual Print out the PDF manual so that you can consult it whenever necessary. 1 Open the PDF manual. 2 Select"Print" in the "File" menu. 3 Note: • The menu expressions such as "Print" and "File" may vary according to the language version of Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on the PC. Select your print settings, then click "OK". 72

Card 1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF. 2 Open the LCD monitor. 5 Close the card slot cover. Card slot cover 3 Open the card slot cover in the direction of the arrow. 4 Insert a SmartMedia card into the slot as shown below, and push it in as far as it will go. Removing a SmartMedia Card Perform steps 1 and 2 above, and then pull the SmartMedia card straight out as shown below. Notes: • The supplied SmartMedia card is preformatted for immediate use. • Be sure not to apply pressure to the card slot cover, as the camcorder may not record the still image properly. Chipped corner 73

to take a still picture in the same way as you do with a standard camera and record that image on the SmartMedia card. Media Selection switch 1 2 3 STILL button Power Zoom control 1 Po_ 'er switch Insert a SmartMedia card into the camcorder. Remove the lens cap, and lift up the viewfinder. Set the Media Selection a switch to CARD. 6 Adjust the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire. Press the STILL button to begin recording. • The _ indicator flashes red while data is being recorded on the SmartMedia card, and returns to white when recording completes. AUTO Z_c,_A r_D_t I0190 Notes: • Recording under insufficient lighting may result in blurred images. It is recommended that you use a tripod to record insufficiently illuminated subjects. • Recording under the light of a fluorescent, mercury, or sodium lamp may cause flickering in the image and, depending on the timing of the shot, may result in changes to color hue in the image. Caution: • Do not turn the power off while the _ indicator is flashing in step 6. 4 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to CAMERA. • The picture from the lens is now displayed in the viewfinder. Number of shots taken Number of shots remaining Lock button 5 Perform steps in"Selecting a still recording effect" to select the desired still recording effect (see page 40). 74

on the SmartMedia card depends on the resolu- tion setting. Select the appropriate setting to match the purpose of recording. Type of resolution settings NORMAL: Records images with standard picture quality. FINE: Records images with higher quality than in NORMAL mode but with a lower number of recordable images. ECONOMY: Allows you to take more shots than in NORMAL mode but with a lower quality. Approximate number of recordable images for each resolution setting 8 MB 104 65 195 16 MB 211 132 395 32MB 424 265 795 64MB 849 531 1,592 Note: • The number of recordable images differs depending on the combination of resolution settings being used and the images being shot. 2 In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select I_, then press _ on the Operation button. Select"REC MODE" (_), then press _ (_). 3 Press • or _-/ii to select the desired setting, then press _. _a_J _i_ _ 4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. • The selected resolution setting indicator is displayed. MENU/ P7 DISPLAY 10/90 Resolution setting indicator Note: • The resolution setting indicator is also displayed in CARD-VCR mode. The resolution setting indicator displayed during playback is based on the amount of data for that recorded image. Since the amount of data differs depending on factors such as image detail, sometimes the resolution setting indicator displayed during playback may not match the resolution setting used during recording. 75

3 The self-timer function allows you to record images after a time-lag of 10 seconds. This is convenient when you want to record an image of you and your friends together. In CARD-CAMERA mode, press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. CARD MENU/ DISPLAY 2 Select a, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "SELF TIMER" (_), then press _ (_2_). CARD Frame the subject, and then press the STILL button to set the timer. • The self-timer operating indicator flashes while the timer counts down. • The shutter will be automatically released 10 seconds after, and a still image of the subject is recorded. Self-timer operating indicator i AUTO _)NORMAL CANCEL [STILL] I{CARD 10/90 Notes: • When recording with the self-timer, stabilize the camcorder in the horizontal plane by attaching it to a tripod, etc. • To cancel the self-timer, press the STILL button again in step 3 above. • Self-timer mode will be canceled after recording one image. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to record another image with the self-timer. Caution: • Do not turn the power off or remove the SmartMedia card once the self-timer operating indicator begins flashing. AUTO _CARD [_)NORMAL CANCEL [V BUTTON] 10190 76

available SmartMedia card with this camcorder, format- ting is necessary before its first use. You also need to format a SmartMedia card when one of the following warning indicators appears, in order to use the card with the camcorder. • "FORMAT MEMORY CARD" • "MEMORY CARD ERROR" • "MEMORY CARD READ ERROR" • "CANNOT STORE DATA" Cautions: • Formatting a SmartMedia card deletes all images on the card including the delete- protected images. Be sure to copy important data on your computer or other media before formatting the card (see pages 71 and 72). • Do not remove the power source during formatting, as this may cause damage to the camcorder or SmartMedia card. It is recom- mended that you use the AC outlet for the power supply. 1 Insert a SmartMedia card to be format- ted into the camcorder. 2 Set the camcorder to CARD-CAMERA mode. 3 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. CARD MENU/ DISPLAY 4 SelectETC,then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "FORMAT" (_), then press _ (_) to display the format screen. FORMAT 5 ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED, YES [A BUTTON] NO [v BUTTON] • To cancel formatting, press •. Press _- / H to begin formatting. 6 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Notes: • The supplied SmartMedia card is preformatted for immediate use. • Use this camcorder to format a SmartMedia card. The camcorder may not recognize the images on a card formatted by a computer or other equipment. • You cannot format a SmartMedia card with a write-protect seal affixed. 77

recorded on a SmartMedia card on the LCD monitor. Media Selection switch Power switch Operation button 1 Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle. 2 Set the Media Selection switch to CARD. 3 Hold down the Lock button and set the Power switch to VCR. • The images recorded on the SmartMedia card are displayed in a thumbnail format. Total thumbnail pages Lock button / NORMAL Image number Page number 4 Press _ or _,_ on the Operation button to move the selection frame to the desired image. • Each time you press _ or =,_, the selection frame moves backward or forward. Selection frame 1/2 NORMAL 100-0003 Notes: • You can display a thumbnail of the previous (or next) 6 images by pressing <_ (or _,_) when the selection frame is on the image at the top left (or bottom right). • Holding down <,i or =,_ increases the speed of motion of the selection frame. 5 Press I,- / II. • The selected image is displayed in full- screen. Available Operations during Full- screen Display •You can display the full-screen picture of the previous or next image by pressing << or _. • To return to a thumbnail of the images, press m. Note: • Depending on the amount of data for the recorded image, the resolution setting indicator displayed during playback may not match the resolution setting used during recording. 78

to automatically play back consecutive still images recorded on a SmartMedia card at intervals of 5 seconds. This is useful when confirming the data recorded on a SmartMedia card. 1 2 Set the camcorder to CARD-VCR mode. Press _ or m,_ to select the image from which you want to begin slide show playback. fl 1/2 NORMAL 100-0003 3 4 Press the MENU/DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select ,_, then press m,_ on the Operation button. Select "SLIDE SHOW" (_), then press I,_ (_). 5 Press _-/ ii. • Beginning from the image selected in step 2, the recorded images will be displayed in full-screen one after another in order of recording. 6 After playing back all the images on the SmartMedia card once, Slide Show Playback automatically stops. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen, then press • to display a thumbnail of images. To stop Slide Show Playback During slide show playback, press •, then press the MENU/DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. :_!i!ii_il_ii_i!i!_i _ START [& BUTTON] CANCEL [v BUTTON] 79

to prevent your important images recorded on the SmartMedia card from being accidentally erased. 2 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select _, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "PROTECT" (_), then press _,_ (_). CARD 4 Press _-/ ii to set the protection. • The _ indicator appears. Delete-protection indicator ._TPROTECT 1/2 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0004 5 • If you want to protect another image, repeat steps 3 and 4. Press •, then press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. To cancel the protection setting 1 Select the image for which the protec- tion setting is to be canceled in step 3 above. _-IPROTECT 1/2 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [V BUTTON] 100-0006 _PROTECT 1/2 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0004 3 Press the _ or _,_ to select the image to be protected. 2 Press _-/ll to cancel the protection. • The _ indicator disappears. _PROTECT 1/2 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0004 _PROTECT 1/2 SET [A BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0004 3 Press •, then press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Note: • Formatting a SmartMedia card deletes all images on it, including the ones with the delete- protection setting. 80

unwanted images to free up memory of a SmartMedia card for new images. Note: • Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below. 2 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. Select _, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "DELETE" (_), then press _ (_2_). _7 CARD 3 _TDELETE 1/2 SET [A BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0006 Press _ or _,_ to select the image to be deleted. _TDELETE 1/2 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0003 4 Press =-/ll to set the image. • Tocancel deletion, press •. 5 Press _-/ll to delete the image. _DELETE 1/2 SET [A BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0003 6 • If you want to delete another image, repeat steps 3 to 5. Press •, then press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. Notes: • The protected images cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 80). • You cannot delete images on the SmartMedia card with a write-protect seal affixed. Caution: • Do not turn the power off while deleting an image. 81

all images stored on a SmartMedia card in one operation. Notes: • Deleted images cannot be restored. Check whether or not you want the images before performing the procedure below. • If you want to keep some images on the SmartMedia card, first delete-protect them (see page 80), and then perform the procedure below. In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. _q CARD MENU/ E_SPLAY 2 Select _, then press _,_ on the Operation button. Select "DELETE ALl_:' (_), then press _ (_2_). D CARD 3 Press _-/ll to delete all the images. DELETE ALL NOW DELETING 2 3 5 6 _q 1/1 NORMAL 100-0004 Notes: • The protected images cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection setting to delete the image (see page 80). • You cannot delete images on the SmartMedia card with a write-protect seal affixed. • Deleting all stored images will not erase DPOF assigned images with delete-protection setting. Caution: • Do not turn the power off while deleting images. DELETE ALL DELETE ALL ? YES [A BUTTON] NO [v BUTTON] • To cancel deletion, press •. 82

allows you to add print information called DPOF to still images recorded on a SmartMedia card. About DPOF DPOF is an abbreviation of "Digital Print Order Format". This format defines print information such as the specified number of pages to be printed. In the future, it will be possible to easily print still images using the DPOF feature when you use a DPOF-compatible printer or visit a shop with a service for printing DPOF images. Notes: • It is possible to print an image even if no print order has been assigned. • You cannot assign a print order to images on a SmartMedia card with a write-protect seal affixed. Assigning Print Order to an Image 1 In CARD-VCR mode, press the MENU/ DISPLAY button until the menu screen appears. 2 Select _, then press _ on the Operation button. Select "PRI. ORDER" (_), then press _ (_). CARD 3 4 5 Press • or _-/H (_) to select"PRl. SELECT", then press _ (_) to display a thumbnail of the recorded images. CARD •_PRINT 1/2 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 100-0006 Press _ or _ (_) to select the image to which you want to assign a print order, then )ress _-/H (_). _PRINT _ OF 112 SET [& BUTTON] NORMAL END [v BUTTON] 1OO-O0O4 Press _ or _ to select the number of printouts. • 1 through 99 can be set for the number of printouts. _PRINT _ _I, 1/2 SET [& BUT I'ON] NORMAL END [v BUTpN] 100-0004 Number of printouts 83

press •. • The FJindicator appears. • If you want to assign another print order, repeat steps 4 to 6. Print order indicator O PRINT 1/2 SET [A BUTTON] NORMAL END [V BUTTON] 100-0004 Press •, then press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. To cancel the print order for an image 1 Select the image for which you want to cancelthe printorder in step 4 above, then press =-/ ii. 2 Press _ (_) to select"0", and press _- / H (_2_),then press •. • The _ indicator disappears. __ _3 O PRINT _ 0P 1/2 SET [A BUTTON] NORMAL END [V BUTTON] 100-0004 1_ _3 Assigning Print Order to All Images 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 in"Assigning Print Order to an Image". 2 Press • or _-/ll (_)toselect"PRl. ALU', then press _ (_). 112 NORMAL 100-0006 To cancel the print order for all images 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 in "Assigning Print Order to an Image". 2 Press • or _-/ll (_)toselect"PRl. NONE", then press _ (_2_)to cancel the print order for all images. • The _ indicators are turned off. O PRINT 1/2 SET [A BUTTON] NORMAL END [V BUTTON] 100-0004 3 Press •, then press the MENU/ DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen. 84

SmartMedia Card to a Computer In addition to using the supplied PC connect- ing cable, it is possible to directly transfer still images on the SmartMedia card by using a commercially available floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter. Image Folders and File Names Still images recorded using the camcorder are stored on a SmartMedia card as shown below. DCIM ...... Folder of still images L _ 100SHARP _ Sub-folder of still - images ![___ -- _100aItn 999_e r D DVC00001.JPG _ Still image L_ D DVC00002.JPG Adapters for the SmartMedia Card To floppy Via a floppy _ disk drive disk adapter Via a adapter To PC card slot Notes: • Be careful when using a floppy disk adapter as it is possible to write and erase data even when a write-protect seal is affixed to the SmartMedia card. • Remove the write-protect seal from the SmartMedia card before inserting the card to a PC card adapter. • For details, see the operation manuals of the computer, floppy disk adapter, and PC card adapter. i_!i!ii_ilii_i!i!_i _ 85