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OWNERS MANUAL MODEL NO. 934.53802391 SERIES KNOW Read th_s booklet able to enjoy your video Record as found of your Serial Retain so you will be all the features m camera/recorder. m space the Model Model YOUR UNIT prov=ded No. and below the Senal [vgsl No, on the label on the rear video camera/recorder. No. VIDEO CAMERA/ RECORDER No. this informat=on for future Operation reference Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. WARN,NG" TOP.EVENT FIREORs.ocK .AZA"O' 0O NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. This the symbol unit shock. tact CAUTION: Caution to the user: Changes or modifications to operate with the have any This symbol cerning the TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC sHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. user's authority warns may Therefore, been included. order to inside part alerts the operation avoid user sufficient that of this user and Therefore, any uninsulated magnitude it is dangerous voltage to to make cause any kind within electric of con- unit. that important maintenance of it should read be literature conthis unit has carefully in problems. not expressly approved by the manufacture could void the the equipment. CAUTION: Avoid operating your Camera/Recorder immediately after moving it from a cold area to a warm humid area. Give the Camera/Recorder 2 to 3 hours to acclimate to the surroundings before inserting a video cassette. When moved from a cold area to a warm humid area, moisture may condense on the head drum inside the machine. This moisture could cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape. PRECAUTIONS • • • No water, dust or sand Be careful that no water, dust or sand enters the Camera/Recorder because it may cause damage. When you are not using the Camera/Recorder, switch off the power and attach the lens cap. When you shoot at a scene which contains an extremely bright object such as the sun or a light source, a bright vertical bar may appear in the picture. Your Camera/Recorder is functioning properly, but • Be sure not to leave it in a place where the temperature exceeds 122°F, or the pickup device will deteriorate. Be careful not to leave the unit in the following places: • Inside a car with the windows closed and in direct sunshine. • • Near heating appliances. In direct sunshine in summer. the solid-state pickup device (C.C.D) usually causes this as an inherent characteristic. Try to avoid shooting an excessive bright object directly. • Do not leave the viewfinder lens facing sunlight for a prolonged period, or the phosphorescent surface of the cathode ray tube may be damaged. Congratulations on buying please read these simple NOTES: * This Video the VIIS, instructions Video Camera/Recorder. before operating Camera/Recorder is compatible with _VlISI is designed to expand your opportunities which might violate the copyright laws. • L-_I_I The Video Camera/Recorder with i1_ picture technology and is compatible any video • rvgs _ For maximum pleasure and convenience your Camera/Recorder. for in-home cassette bearing TV viewing the _IIS_ mark. and not for any usage this marking incorporates _ high-quality with any Video Cassette Recorders bearing the mark. FEATU RES + • • • • • • Digital Signal Processor Program AE (Auto Exposure) CCD Solid-state Camera Pickup HQ,_ High Quality Picture Technology Auto Focus Power Zoom Lens with Macro Feature Electronic Viewfinder Full Record and Playback Capability with Standard [VlI_ Cassette • • • • • • • Built-in Camera Light Fade in/Fade out Artificial Intelligence Color Flying Erase Head Video Dub Audio Dub Time and Date • Titler • Index Fidelity Exposure Zones Signal ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following components and accessories (besides the Camera/Recorder Unit itself) before disposing of the packing ® material. 1. DC Cord 2. Lead-acid Rechargeable Battery Pack (1-hour type) 3. AC Adaptor/Charger (VM-AC66AS) 4. Audio/Video Cable Output ® 5. Clock Battery 3-volt Micro Lithium Maxell # CR2025 or equivalent) See Warning on Page 7. 6. Audio/Video Cell (such ® as Q Input Cable (*) (Part No. 46-23864-3) (.) 7. Bulb for Camera Light (*) (Sears Stock No. 57-53802 BULB) (_) 8. RF Converter and 75-ohm Coaxial Cable Antenna Adaptor (*) (Part No. 46-83930-3) with 9. Synchro Edit Cord (*) (Part No. 46-23890-3) (.) 10. Car Battery Cord (*) (Part No. 46-23858-3) CAUTION: 11. Earphone 12 Antenna See notes on page 9. (*) (Part No. 33-8-2) Adaptor (*) (Part No. 46-45733-3) (*) (*) Optional--not supplied. Order from any Sears Service/Parts mentioning the part number, @ Department, Div. 57, Price List 528. @ (,1 .... IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture design of every instrument But, safety ts your responsibility too This page lists important information equipment Please read it carefully of your video product, safety _s _ nJalc,i luctot ill Iht_ that will help to assure your enloymenl and proper use of a Video CameraJRecorder and accessory before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference INSTALLATION 7 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 appliance. 1 Read and Follow Instructions--All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product _s operated. Follow all operating and use instructions 8 Ventilation--Slots and opemngs in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturers instructions have been followed. 2 3 Retain Instructions--The tions should be retained safety for future and operating reference Heed Warnings--Comply with all warnings product and in the operating instructions mstruc- on the video 4 Polarized Pluj--This video product is 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 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. To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be I _-----"_ fully inserted without blade exposure If you need an extension, use a polarized cord. 5 Power Sources--This only from the type of 9 cause Attachments--Do not use attachments ommended by the video product manufacturer hazards Caution: Maintain electrical safety Powerline operated equip merit or accessorjes connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel 10 Water and Moisture--Do not use this video product near water--for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry and the like. video product should be operated power source indicated on the unless rec as they may tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions product 6 senous damage lo the appliance Use only with a carl, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufaclurer, or 11 Overloading--Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation Accessories--Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table The video may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and sold with the video product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insu)ation. 1 1A An appliance and combination should moved cessive be with care. Quick stops, exforce, and uneven surfaces may cause combination 3 cart the appliance to overturn. and cart 2 16 Outdoor Antenna Groullding--II dll Ugtbld_:_ JHterlrlLl Ut cable syslem =s connected to the video product, be sure Lightning--l-or added p_utuuilorl tor this videu plo,3uu_ 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 video product due to lightning and power-line surges. tile antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporling structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See example below. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING LEAO IN WIRE I<"FGROUN D CLAMP .A_TENNA j {NEC SECTION 8_020_ "_!_OUNDING ............ _ 17 ELECTRODE dangerous voltage or other fied service personnel. _ (NEC ART 250 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL Servicing--Do not attempl to service yourself as opening or removing covers --22::: ................ EQ_IPt_Et_ NEC SERVICE CONDUCTORS (NECSECTION 8_C-21) GROUN0 CLAMPS SYSTEM pART H] Power located Lines--An outside antenna in the vicinity of overhead system power should not be lines or other a When b If liquid product this video product Do not use liquid cloth for cleaning under Ihe following the power-suppfy to quali- conditions. cord or plug is damaged has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video C. If the video product has been exposed d. If the video product does not operate operating instructions. Adjust only to rain or water. normally by following those controls that Ihe are covered by the operating inslructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation. USE Cleaning--Unplug before cleaning. cleaners. Use a damp this vrdeo product may expose you to all servicing Conditions Requiring Service--U nplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 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 or approachmg such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer 14 Refer CODE 18 13 hazards from the wall outlet cleaners or aerosol 1 5 Object and Liquid Ent_--Never push obiects of any kind into this video 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 video product e. If the video product damaged. has been dropped f. When the video performance--this product indicates or the cabinet exhibits a distinct a need for service. has been change _n 19 Replacement Parts--When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original pads. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards 20 Safety Check--Upon to this video product, safety checks thal the video 4 completion of any service or repairs ask the service techniciarl to perform recommended by the manufacturer to determine product is in safe operating condition. IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS FORAC ADAPTOR/CHARGER 1. Save these instructions -- This page contains important safety and operating instructions for AC Adaptor/Charger Model VM-AC66AS. 2. Before using AC Adaptor/Charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC Adaptor/Charger, (2) battery and (3) product using battery, 3. Also read all instructions on pages 3 and 4. 4. Caution -- To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable battery, VM-BP64AS, VM-BP66AS, 57-53.983 or 57-53982. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. 5. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. 10. An extension cord should not be used unless _,b solutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: A. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger. B. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and C. That wire size should be met below: Minimum AWG size 18 16 Length of extension cord Equal to or less than Equal to or less than (feet) 100 150 6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 11. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. 7. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. 12. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. 8. Make sure that cord is properly located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. 9. Do not operate charger with damaged -- replace them immediately. cord or plug 13. To reduce from outlet cleaning. risk of electric shock, unplug charger before attempting any maintenance or TABLE OF CONTENTS Features ......................................................... 2 Title making Accessories 2 Index signal ...................................... 3 Using the Important safety instructions for AC Adaptor/Charger .................................... 5 Electronic 7 Important .................................................... safeguards Eyepiece Loading battery Power sources Battery pack Charging ...................................... for date/clock ............................................... checking the battery Making a sample Identification .................................... pack ............................. camera recording and operation Auto focus Fade in/Fade ........................ ................ of controls .......... ................................................... out ........................................... 29 recording 30 built-in best Linear time 11 Time 13 F-search 19 Still .............................................................. 36 20 Microphone 37 ....................................................... remaining and mixing 22 Camera/Recorder 22 Troubleshooting 23 Routine hints ............................................. 37 erase 24 Sears service Video dubbing .............................................. 25 How ......................................... 26 Specifications ........................................ 27 Using "Note Article setting head .......................................... to VCR to order the dubbing ................. ............................................ maintenance .............................................. Date/clock ....................................... .................................... ................................................ repair parts .............................. ............................................... optional synchro edit cord .............. to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected entry as practical". to the grounding -6 36 37 dubbing rewind ................................... 36 ................................................... Audio Automatic 35 ............................................. R-search Flying .................................. 35 Memory 22 TV program ....................................... 10 Operating Recording .............................................. counter 21 iris ....................................................... 32 ....................... 9 lens ................................................... Auto program 35 button Macro ......................... 32 Display Edit search Exposure) ..................................... 8 21 AE (Auto 31 33 ................................................. Program color light ....................... Viewing the picture played back on your TV ................................................ zoom review ............................................... camera 7 Power Instant ................................... adjustment Producing viewfinder ................................................. system of the building, as close to the point of cable 37 38 39 41 41 41 41 42 ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER You can adjust the position so you can see through as the right eye. and angle of the Viewfinder it easily with the left eye as well NOTE: Put the Viewfinder back to original position when storing the Camera/Recorder into the carrying case or carrying the Camera/Recorder. CAUTIONS: • Do not force the Viewfinder to rotate pletely around. This will damage finder and/or Camera/Recorder. • the comView- When pulling the Viewfinder out or returning it to its original position, hold the Viewfinder by the swivel section. Do not hold the diopter control side. LOADING BATTERY FOR DATE/CLOCK You may want to install the Clock Battery (Accessory No. 5) immediately to prevent misplacing it. 1. Pull the Battery Holder with 3. Fully insert Recorder. the Battery Holder into the Camera/ coin etc. Holder NOTES: • When 2. Insert the Clock Battery with the "+" terminal facing replacing the batteries, use 3V micro lithium call such as Maxall CR2025 or equivalent. out. • Instructions for setting the date and clock are on page 27. You can do that later if desired after you're more familiar with your camera/recorder. • • Dispose of battery cal laws. Do not dispose safely and in accordance with lo- of in fire. WARNING: Keep this battery away from ci_iid;en i ti swaliowed consult a physician treatment. --7-- immediately for emergency POWER • WHEN SOURCES USING WITH THE BATTERY PACK (Accessory 1. To attach, align the mark "11_'" of the fully charged Battery Pack (Accessory No. 2) with that of the Video Camera/Recorder, and slide the Battery Pack downward, as illustrated. No. 2) 2. To remove, _licle thu l_attery Pack OpWdrU white pushing the "'BA3-rERY'" Eject Lever in the direction of the arrow. "BA'rrERY" Mark Eject Lever "I_" Battery Pack (Accessory No. 2) • WHEN USING WITH THE AC ADAPTOR/CHARGER (Accessory No. 3) See the rating label of the AC Adaptor/Charger. To "DC OUTPUT" 1. Plug the AC Adaptor/Charger electrical outlet. NOTES: power cord into AC • The AC Adaptor/Charger cannot charge the Battery and operate the Camera/Recorder at the same time. • When using the AC Adaptor/Charger to power the Camera/Recorder, the battery level indicator may display "'I_3". This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the AC Adaptor/Charger to power the Camera/Recorder. 2. Connect one end of the DC Cord (Accessory No. 1) to the "DC IN 9.6 V" jack of the Camera/Recorder. Connect the other end of the DC Cord to the "'DC OUTPUT" of the AC Adaptor/Charger. -8- • WHEN USIN_ WIIH (By using optional To cigarette socket Tri_. _AH UA! Car Battery Cord It-H¥ Sears Part P_o. ,,b-Z3868-3) lighter Car Battery Cord (*) 1. Connect the small ;)lug of the Car Battery Cord to the "DC IN @.6V" jack of the Camera/Recorder. 2. Connect the other end of the Car Battery Cord to the car's cigarette lighter socket. (*) Optional--not supplied. See page 2 for ordering information. BATTERY When the" appears NOTES: • The Car Battery Cord is _eslgned PACK CHECKING gPl "' indication in the Electronic and flashes while the Video Viewfinder Camera/Recorder is operated with a Battery pack (Accessory No. 2), it indicates that the battery charge is insufficient. Then, charge it or replace it with a charged battery ¸¸!5¸!¸¸¸ pack. NOTE: Whenever the linear time counter or tape remaining display is present in the viewfinder, the battery level indicator "'C_] "" is displayed in the viewfinder indicating the condition of Camera/Recorder battery power. When the Battery is fully charged, "_Z]" is displayed. After several minutes, the symbol will change to "" _ "'. When the Battery is very near empty, the symbol will change to "_ "and start blinking. You should find an alternative before continuing to be used only with automobiles having a 12-volt negative ground system. • To prevent fire or shock hazard or damage to your camera/recorder, please use only with Sears car battery cord (Part No. 46-23858-3). power source or recharge the battery to use your Camera/Recorder. aF" 0 O0 O0 < i 0 2500 -- 9- 0 50 O0 CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1. Plug the AC Adaptor/Charger (Accessory No. 3) power cord into AC electrical outlet. 2. Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor/Charger. Align the reference arrow on the Battery with that of AC Adaptor/Charger and push the Battery.flush with the AC Adaptor/Charger and slide it in the direction of arrow. NOTE: You must remove the DC cord from the AC Adaptor/Charger to charge the battery. If the DC cord is connected, "CHARGE" Light will not light. 3. The "CHARGE" Light will be lit while the Battery is accepting a charge, and will go out when the Battery is fully charged. "CHARGE" Light Light NOTES: Battery may be damaged if operated at temperatures above 122°F (50°C). Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures. 9. After repeated chargings and use, the operation time will gradually decrease. When operation time becomes too short to be useful, it is time to replace the Battery. 10. If "CHARGE" and "POWER" Lights on the AC Adaptor/Charger start flashing, remove the battery and then reattach it. If after several at- 1. The time required for charging the Battery is approx, two hours. 2. When fully charged, the Battery should supply approx. 45 - 60 minutes of operating time (depending on how much you use zoom and pause). 3. An optional long play battery (Sears Stock No. 57-53983) may also be charged by the AC Adaptor/Charger. The time for battery charging is approx. three hours. 4. Charge the Battery after use and store it at normal room temperature. 5. Recharge your Battery at least once every six months. The Battery is a Lead-acid Battery. This Battery tends to discharge if not used for an tempts both Lights continue to flash, this means your battery cannot take a charge and must be replaced with a new one. The "CHARGE" Light will not light if a hot battery is attached to the AC Adaptor/Charger. Attaching an extremely hot Battery to the AC extended period of time. If the Battery is stored for a extended length of time without being recharged, you may not be able to recharge it. 6. A Battery charged after being stored for a long period may not supply power for the specified time. Additional rechargings will help restore the Battery's operation time. 7. The Battery should be charged at a temperature of 32°F -- 95°F (0°C -- 35°C) to prevent damage. 8. Do not operate the Battery at temperatures below 14°F (--10°C) or above 95°F (35°C). The Adaptor/Charger is not recommended; it should be allowed to cool down before being attached. 11. Do not short the Battery's terminal. 12. Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the Battery. There are no user serviceable parts inside. 13. Throwing the Battery into a fire or exposing the Battery to excessive heat -could be hazardous. 14. Be sure to set the "OFF" "POWER" over 149°F (65°C) Switch ATFENTION: The product that you have purchased is recyclable. At the end of its useful be illegal to dispose of this battery into local solid waste officials for details disposal. contains a rechargeable battery. The battery life, under various state and local laws, it may the municipal waste stream. Check with your in your area for recycling options or proper 10 to the position before removing the Battery. Pb MAKING A SAMPLE CAMERA 1. Connect the POWER SOURCE. (See pages 8 and 9.) 2. Press "EJECT" Button and insert the cassette so RECORDING 5. Set "FOCUS the transparent window is toward you and the arrow toward the Cassette Holder. Slide the Cassette into Cassette Holder as far as it will go.. NOTE: Push in the center of the Cassette AUTO/MAN" Switch tu "AUTO". NOTE: See page 32 for "EYEPIECE MENT". "REC/STILL" ADJUST- Button all the way until it is latched by the Cassette Holder. 3. Press the Cassette Holder. The Holder will latch in the operating position. "EJECT" Button "FOCUS Cassette AUTO/MAN" Swltch Now, press Record Start/Stop or "REC/STILL" Button to start shooting the picture. "REC" indication appears in the viewfinder and you are now recording the picture you see through the Electronic Viewfinder. Holder 4. Press and hold the small button on "POWER" Switch while sliding it to the "CAM" position. The "POWER" indicator will light and the Video Camera/Recorder will enter record/pause mode automatically. Press Record Start/Stop or "'REC/STILL" Button to stop recording. Press the Button again to resume recording. The "'REC" indication in the Electronic Viewfinder goes off in the record/pause (stand-by) mode. NOTE: If the erase prevention tab on the cassette is removed, "TAPE" in the Viewfinder will flash for several seconds and the Camera/Recorder will not ing in the Viewfinder when there is less than three minutes recording time left on the cassette. enter record/pause mode and recording 7. NOTE: The "TAPE END" indication starts flash- is not possible. Record "POWER" Switch -11-- Start/Stop Button 12. Press arid I_. Attel rucurd_flg, plu,_s dlJd hold ttlu sIHail buttoll on "POWER" Switch while you slide it to "'VOR", and the Camera/Recorder will be now in the stop mode. "POWER" hold the small button oil "POWER" Switch while you place it in "OFF" position to turn off the Camera/Recorder, and then press "EJECT" Button to remove cassette. "POWER" Switch Switch 13. Always remove the power source from the Video Camera/Recorder after use. 9. Press'REW'" Button. The tape will be rewound to the beginning. 10. Press "PLAY" Button. The picture you just recorded will be seen through the Viewfinder and sound can be heard by earphone (Not supplied). NOTE: If you connect the Video Camera/Recorder to your TV, you can see the picture played back on your TV. Refer to "VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV" on pages 33 and 34. 11. After playing, press "STOP" ,REW" Button. Button "PLAY" Button "sTop" To prevent material: an accidental erasure of recorded If you have a cassette tape that has already been partially recorded on and you want to record on the remaining blank section, see "EDIT SEARCH" on page 37. // IIIIW -12 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Camera Light If the camera light is raised when _.he "POWER" Switch is set to "CAM", it lights automatically. Return the light to its original position after using it; it turns off automatically. NOTE: If the "POWER" Switch is set to Record Indicator This indicator lights during the record mode and goes off during the stand-by (record/ pause) mode. "VCR" or "OFF", the camera light does not turn on even when it is raised. "REVIEW" Button Used to review the last few secondsof the recorded segment in the record/pause (See page 22.) Zoom Ring (Manual Zooming) The picture size can be magnified !2 times with the use of the zoom feature. Just rotate Zoom Ring for a close up (T) or wide angle (W) picture. Macro close-up, as close as 1 cm from object, is possible. "MACRO" Button Used to shoot objects as close as 1 cm from the lens tip. (See "MACRO LENS" on page 21.) Focus Ring Do not attempt to manually turn the Focus Ring when the Camera/Recorder is in the auto focus mode. Lens (with Lens Capl F2.2 (6.7-80.4 ram) 12:1 power zoom lens features auto focus and auto iris functions. Auto Focus Window To automaticatly focus the camera lens, window transmits and receives infrared light which is reflected off the object. Make sure you don't obstruct this window when recording. Microphone Sensitive to sounds coming from the di, in which the camera is pointed. "TITLE" "RESET/T-160/T-180" Button Press this Button to create and record personalized titles on your videos with the Camera/ Recorder's built-in titler. _See "TITLE MAKING" Button When the linear time counter is displayed in the viewfinder, pressing this Button resets the counter to "0:00:00". When the time-remaining read-out is displayed, pressing this Button changes the display for extended length T-160 or T-180 tape. "'T-160" or "T-180" will appear in the viewfinder. on page 29.) -13- L_io_J L_I _orl[roJ TO use the Electronic V_ewill_Uuf vv,[hout _y_ glasses on, turn this control ring for your optimum focus adjustment. Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Displays what the Camera/Recorder lens sees. The electronic viewfinder also functions as a convenient black-and-white monitor during playback of recorded material. "DISPLAY" Button Pressing this Button once causes a 5 digit linear counter and battery indicator to appear in the Camera/Recorder's viewfinder. Pressing the Button again will cause battery indicator and the amount of time remaining on the cassette in the Camera/Recorder. Press a third time to delete all displays. "DATE/TIME" Button Press this Button to display in the vievvfinder. Whenever viewfinder, the date and clock the date and clock appear in the they will be recorded on the tape. "MEMORY" Button If this Button is pressed while the linear time counter or time remaining read-out is displayed in the viewfinder, "'M'" appears in the display and it memorizes the tape position of "0:00:00". (See page 35.) "FADE" Button = During recording you can add a professional touch to your recordings by fading in and out of scenes, NOTE: When you use "FADE" Button to fade in and out, the sound will also fade in and out with the picture. "FOCUS (See page 20.) AUTO/MAN" Set this :Switch to the "AUTO" Switch position for automatic focusing, and to the "MAN" position for focusing with the Focus Ring. "PUSH/AUTO" Focus Button Auto focusing can be also performed during manual focus mode by pushing this Button. 14- "REWIND" Button "PLAY" Press this Button during Stop (Jr Fast lorward mode, and fast-rewinding starts. "REWIND" appears in the viewfinder whenever the linear time counter or time remaining is present. Press the Button during playback of tape, and the tape is played back in the rewind direction approximately 3 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded contents. Press "PLAY" Button to return to normal playback mode or press "STOP" Button to stop tape movement. Button Used for playback mode. NOTE: When the of tape _colded in the SP Camera/Recorder is in record/pause (stand-by) mode, pressing and holding this Button will play the tape at normal speed. NOTE: You can also visually scan backward when the Camera/Recorder is in record/ (stand-by) Button. mode by pressing and holding this "EJECT" Button Operateswith "POWER" either on or off, if a power source is connected to the Camera Recorder. "POWER" "POWER" Light Switch This Switch changes the Camera the record mode or to the playback mode. Press and hold the small button on this Switch while sliding it to "CAM", "EAR"phone "OFF" ,i ' INORMCAMIOIFFVCR EJECT--,REW PLAY MIC or "'VCR". Jack Sound being recorded by the microphone ol played back may be monitored by attaching earphone (Not supplied) to this jack. "MIC" Jack Connect an external microphone here to record sound from (Not supplied) the external microphone. NOTE: Connecting an external microphone automatically switches off the built-in microphone. "MIC WIND/NORM" Switch This Switch is used to reduce due to wind. Set the Switch normal use. to the "NORM" position for -15 POWER TITLE_ -PAGE newwl=umle=hi= "F.FWD"-Buttol_ "STOP" Press this Button during Stop or Rewind fllode, and fast-forwarding starts. "FAST FWD" appears in the viewfinder whenever the linear time counter or time remaining is present. Press the Button during playback of tape, and the tape is played back in the forward direction approximately 3 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded content. Press "PLAY" Button to return to normal playback mode or press "STOP" tape movement. Button Button The "STOP" Button is used to stop playback, rewind, and fast forward operations. The "STOP" Button has no effect during record operation. //"REC/STILL'" Button When this Button is pressed during recording, the tape stops and the Camera/Recorder enters the record/pause (stand-by) mode. When this Button is pressed again, the tape runs to resume recording. to stop NOTE: You can also visually scan forward when the Camera/Recorder is in record/pause (stand-by) mode by pressing and holding this Button. This Button may be also used to display a still picture during playback mode. "AUDIO DUB" Button This Button is used to record of existing audio without video. See page 24. new audio in erasing the "VIDEO DUB" Button Button is used to record new video in place of existing video without erasing the audio. See page 25. "TRACKING" :.F_/D -I- STOP anSTILL SHIFT i REC AUDIO VIDEO Control Used when playing a tape recorded on another VCR. Adjust for best picture. Ejecting the cassette returns the tracking to the normal position. TRACKING I--DUB--I CAUTION: Do not hold the unit by the Viewflnder carrying as this could cause a malfunction. • These Buttons buttons when pressed. 29.) • are used for the "TITLE" (See "TITLE title making Button is MAKING" on page These Buttons may be also used to set the date and clock during pause (stand-by) mode. (See "DATE/CLOCK SE'R'ING" on page 27.) 16 when "BA'I-rERY" Eject Lever Releases the Battery attached Camera/Recorder. to the Video Clock Battery Compartment Pull the Battery Holder and install the Clock Battery (Accessory No. 5). Cassette Holder Press "EJECT" Button to open the Cassette Holder. Be aware of the Cassette direction_ when inserting. NOTE: Power source must open the Cassette be connected to Holder. "'DC IN 9.6V'" Jack When using the AC Adaptor/Charger (Accessory No.3) or the Car Battery Cord (optional), connect this jack and the "'DC OUTPUT" of the AC Adaptor/Charger or the car's cigarette lighter socket. "MIC MIX (ON/OFF)" Switch This Switch lets you add additional comments (or music) to a tape while you are copying a tape from your camera/recorder onto another VCR. "AV OUT" Jack Connect the Audio/Video Output Cable (Accessory No. 4) to this jack and to the audic video inputs of your TV/monitor receiver. You may also connect the RF Converter Unit (optional) to this jack and your TV receiver. "'AV IN" Jack Use this connector jack when you want to connect signals from another device into your Camera/Recorder for recording. 17 Power .... _-_'_This Zoom Switch "W": "T": Switch performs zooming electrically. Picture becomes wider gradually. Picture becomes telescopic gradually. Record Start/Stop This Button is used to Button control the Camera/ Recorder. When this Button is pressed with the Camera/Recorder set to the recording mode, the tape runs to start recording. "REC" ,ppears in the viewfinder. When this Button is pressed again, "'PAUSE" appears instead of "'REC" and the tape stops and the Camera/Recorder enters the record/ pause (stand-by) mode. Lens Cap Tab Place the lens cap on this tab when you are ready to record a scene. The tab also prevents the lens cap from swinging around on its cord. Hand Strap Adjust to best fit to your hand. Graphics in the Electronic Viewfinder Displays r---Indicates I" _ . £J TAPE REC speed according to the lighting condition. the battery condition; When the battery is fully charged, "_" is displayed. When the battery is very near empty, "IF" starts blinking. You should find an alternative power source or recharge the battery. When the Record Start/Stop Button is pressed, if a cassette without its safety tab is inserted, "TAPE" blinks for several seconds. When the I Record TAPE" 0:00:00 the shutter ]0/]2:02AM]/934 _ Start/Stop Button is pressed, blinks for several seconds. if no cassette is inserted, "NO Indicates the date/clock during the record or record/pause (stand-by) mode. You can record the clock and/or date with object when recording. • • • • Indicates the operating modes; "'REC'" appears during the record mode. "REWIND" appears during the rewind mode. "FAST FWD'" appears during the fast forward mode. "PAUSE" appears during the record/pause (stand-by) • Shows linear time counter 18 and time remaining. mode. AUTO FOCUS The auto focus system Auto Focus Window Auto focusing utilizes Infrared light and will focus on the nearest object that reflects this light. can also be_ --FOCUS , PUSFI/AUTO MAN • • AUTO performed during manual_ focus mode by pushing this _ Button. When the "FOCUS focus. • OBJECTS AUTO/MAN" HARD TO AUTO Switch is set to "AUTO" 1. Object center. and the object is measured, and the Focus Ring is automatically turned However, with the scenes such as shown below, the auto focusing may not operate properly, must be performed. See next page. is not in the 2. Object in far and near positions at the same time. 3. Object with continuous variation from far to 4. Object behind glass. 1 _, <_ >_. ".o .. t ', 5. Black object or water which does not reflect and near positions. /'l ., infrared in optimum FOCUS The distance between the Auto Focus Window for focusing. manual focus position, ordinary objects are automatically 6. Object always moving such as a crowd. 7, Object fog. light. 19 '5 "° ,. J in the snow or 8. Objects more feet away. than 50 • MANUAL 1. Set FOCUSING "FOCUS AUTO/MAN" 5wit(;h position. Z. Zoom in on the object by pressing Switch on the "'T'" side. to Power "MAN" Zoom Switch the Power Zoom NOTE: See page 21 for "POWER ZOOM". 3, Focus on the object by turning the Focus Ring. NOTE: If focusing is performed without zooming up first, the picture may become out of focus when the zoom-in is done during actual picture taking. 4. Then, zoom out from the object as desired. NOTES: = The Auto focusing will not function if the lens is left in macro mode. • Auto-Focus will not operate properly wren " "FOCUS the Telephoto or Wide-angle lens is attached to the Video Camera/Recorder. I Far Object m Zoom FADE IN/FADE Focus Up AUTO/MAN" Switch Ring l) Focused Zoom Back OUT This feature lets you add a professional touch to your home recordings. When you fade into a scene, the recording will start with a blank scene and the picture will gradually appear. The picture gradually disappears when fading out. • FADE-IN 1. While the Camera/Recorder is in the record/pause mode, press and hold "FADE" Button until picture fades out. 2. Press Record Start/Stop 3. Release "'FADE" Button picture • will gradually Button to start recording, after a few seconds. The fade in. FADE-OUT 1. While the Camera/Recorder is recording, press and hold "FADE" Button. The picture will graudally disappear from the screen. (Fade out) 2. Continue to hold "FADE" Button, and press Record Start/Stop Button to stop recording. 3. After the recording has stopped, release "FADE" Button. The picture will reappear in the viewfinder. "FADE" NOTE: When using "FADE" Button, both picture and sound will gradually appear and disappear. The fade speed is automatically controlled by the Camera/ Recorder. 20- Button POWER • ZOOM Press Power Zoom gradually widens. Switch on the "'FOCUS and Lhu pl_;_ul_ the "T" side, and the Zoom Switch picture LENS Atlows you to shoot lens tip. 1. Set side, Power Press Power Zoom Switch on gradually becomes telescopic. MACRO "W" objects as close as I cm from AUTO/MAN" Switch position. 2. Turn the Zoom Lever to "MACRO" "MACRO" Button. to "'MAN'" while pressing 3. Turn the Zoom Ring within the "MACRO" (orange line on the zoom ring) for focusing. You can shoot objects at a distance magnification as follows. the with range maximum This is convenient when shooting objects such as a butterfly on a flower as you cannot approach it too closely. You can shoot objects up to 70 cm from them. 1. Set "FOCUS position. AUTO/MAN" Switch to "AUTO'" "FOCUS Zoom 2. Zoom up the object fully by pressing the "'T'" side on the Zoom Power Switch. The object will be auto focused. .... NOTE: Be sure to release the macro mode after using. If you fail to release the macro mode before returning to norma shooting, the pictures will be out of focus and Auto-Focus will no_itoperate. 21 MACRO" AUTOIMAN" Switch Lever Sutton ..... ' INSTANT REVIEW 1. In record/pause (stand-by) mode, press "REVIEW" Button, and the recorded scene of the last few seconds is played back in the reverse direction and then played back in the forward direction. 2, Whel] tile Record PROGRAM AE (Auto tape leaches the elld of the scollc you have just recorded, the Video Camera/Recorder returns to the record/pause (stand-by) mode. Recording starts again when the Record Start/Stop Button is pressed again. Start/Stop Button Exposure) Your Camera/Recorder automatically selects the best higher shutter speed (among 1/60, 1/100, 1/120 and 1/250) according to the lighting condition. This function operates when "FOCUS AUTO/MAN" Switch is set to either "AUTO" or "MAN". When the shutter speed appear. is 1/120, for example, "AE:120" will "DISPLAY" , "FO Button ',US AUTO/MAN" Switch .) NOTES: • When recording with the illumination such as a fluorescent lamp, a mercury vapor lamp or a sodium lamp, the picture may flicker causing brightness variations. • If the shutter speed is not displayed, press the "DISPLAY" Button so that it appears. • When the Camera is pointed at an object that is moving rapidly, it may not be focused in the auto focus mode. In this case, focus manually. AUTO IRIS This Camera/Recorder is provided with cordance with the incident light. When is bright. When the power is switched an auto iris mechanism which automatically adjusts the lens aperture in acthe object is dark, the iris opens automatically, and it closes when the object off, the iris is automatically -22 set to the fully closed position. RECORDING "IV PROGRAM If your TV or VCR has an audio/video out lacks, you curl r_burd thu To "AUDIO "VIDEO I V prUyldlll with L,dlllLi_ OUT" (White), OUT" (Yellow) To "AV • -_To l '__ "AUDIO "VIDEO OUT" OUT" [White), must be connected IN" i / Audio/Video (Yellow) 1. Connect the Audio/Video Input Cable to "AUDIO OUT" and "VIDEO OUT" of your TV or VCR. 2. Connect the other end to "AV IN" of Camera/ Recorder. 3. Insert the cassette NOTE: Power source Camera / Recorder. "POWER" J Input "}EJECT" Button to the iREC/STILL;' 5. Turn on your TV or VCR and tune it to the channel or "'REC/STILL" Cable Switch 4. Press and hold the small button on "'POWER" Switch and shde it =n "CAM" position. you wish to record 6. Press Record Start/Stop l-_bord_l Button to / start recording. You are now recording the TV program. 7. Press Record Start/Stop or "'REC/STILL'" Button to stop recording 8. After recording, place "POWER" switch in "OFF" and then press "EJECT" Button to remove the cassette. (*) Optional- not supplied. See page 2 for ordering information 23 Button (*) AUDIO DUBBING The audio dubbing feature lets you record irew audio (sourld) o_ a previously recorded tape without nal video (picture). When you audio dub a tape, the previous audio is erased and replaced with new sound. erasing the origi- External Microphone (Not supplied} To "AM IN" To "AV To "VIDEO IN" (Yellow) _ Audio/Video (Accessory _._ To "AUDIO J IN" (White) Output No. 4) Cable Audio/Video Input Cable OUT" • Sound from the built-in microphone, external microphone and the AV IN jack can be dubbed. • Do not connect the "AM IN" jack when dubbing audio from the external microphone or built-in microphone. Connecting an external microphone also switches off the built-in microphone automatically. 1. Insert a recorded tape. Be sure that the record safety tab is not missing. 2. Place "POWER" Switch to "'MCR" position. "POWER" memory "NI"' appears in the v_ew at the reading ' : ..... I I'REC/S,.L"Bu.on j"AOO,O ou "Button • "A.DUB" appears in the viewfinder. 5. Press "REC/STILL" Button to start audio dubbing• 6. Press "STOP" Button to stop audio dubbing. If counter Button ...... J "sTop"Burro. same time. finder, the tape stops automatically "'0:00:00"" and audio dubbing stops. Switch "PLAY" 3. Play the tape and press "'REC/STILL'" Button where you want to dub audio. • The Camera/Recorder enters the still play mode. 4. Press "AUDIO DUB" and "PLAY" Buttons at the NOTE: (*) To "AUDIO (White} (*) Optional--not supplied See page 2 for ordering Information. NOTES: OUT" of - 24 .- vIUEO UuuI_ING The video dubbing feature lets you r_uuru ,,_,, _Juev _plutulusj ul, u pluVlOUSly iuuuided [apu wlthOu, i:loblny [he original audio (sound). When you video dub a tape, the previous video is erased and replaced with the new pictures. The replacement video can be the picture taken by the Camera or from a video source connected to "AV IN" on the Camera/Recorder. (White) "AV To "VIDEO (Yellow) o "'AUDIO I OUT" IN" )o IN'" i / AudlolVideo (Accessory To "AV IN" Output No. 4) Cable _'XAudio/Video IJ (*) Optional -- not supplied. See page 2 for ordering information, To "VIDEO (Yellow) 1. Insert a recorded tape. Be sure that the record safety tab _s not missing. 2. Place "POWER" Switch in "VCR'" position. 3. Press "PLAY" Button and then "'REW" or "F.FWD'" Button to search to the approximate position of the tape on which you want to dub a picture. Input Cable (*) if• OUT" 5. Press "DISPLAY" Button so linear time counter appears and then press "RESET/T-160/T-180" Button to set the counter reading to "'0:00:00". 6. Press "MEMORY" Button so counter memory "'M" appears. 4. Press "PLAY" Button again to search the exact position where you wish to stop dubbing and then press "REC/STILL" Button at the exact position. "POWER" "REW'" Swltch Button J "PLAY" Button _ I I"F.FWD'" Button _ "REC/STILL'" Button "DISPLAY" "MEMORY" Button Button "'RESETIT-160 /T180"" Button 7. Press "REW" Button to rewind the tape to the approximate position from which you want to start dubbing. 8. Press "PLAY" Button, and when the exact position to start dubbing is reached, press "'REC/STILL" Button. -25 9. Press "VIDEO DUB" a_d "'PLAY" taneously. "'V.DUB" is displayed finder, and at the same time the dubbed appears. But[uns sirrlul- in the picture Viewto be "'REW" __ 10. Press "REC/STILL" I Button "REC/STILL" Button Button. Video dubbing will start and will stop when counter reads "0:00:00". NOTE: Button "PLAY" the You can also dub both the video and audio simultaneously if desired. To do so, press "AUDIO DUB" and "PLAY" Buttons first, then press "VIDEO DUB" and "PLAY" Buttons in step 9 above. AUTOMATIC When the tape reaches REWIND its end during playback, it automatically 26 rewinds to the beginning and stops. DATE/CLOCK SETTING The date and clock can be recorded on your tapes to uct ds a hdfidy releluiiL.u whuii Use the following procedure to set up this display for the current date and time. "REW" vlewiN£] LlluHI LI[ Ll ILIt_.i Button "'F. FVVD" Button "STOP" REW "DATE/TIME" 1. Load the camera/recorder's described on page 7. 2. Press and hold the small battery as on "POWER" Switch and slide it in "CAM" position. The "POWER" indicator will light. 3. Press "DATE/TIME" Button. Date and time flashes. appear PLAY F.FWD PAGE 4- Button STOP Button date/clock button Lillle. in the viewfinder 7. Press "'F.FWD'" or "REW" Button as many times as may be required to select correct hour, and then press "STOP" Button. 8. Repeat step 7 to select minute and AM/PM. and "1" 9. After setting AM or PM, press "STOP" Button again to erase the flashing cursor and start the internal clock. 4. Press "F.FWD" Button to select correct month. Hold Button clown to advance rapidly. If you go past the month you want to set, press "'REW'" Button. When the correct month appears, p'ress "STOP" Button. 10. Press "DATE/TIME" Button after setting the clock. The display will change as follows each time the button is pressed. Time I 5. Press "F.FWD" Button to select correct Date 11/ 6 : 5/94 30AM only 11/ 5/94 date. Hold Button down to advance rapidly. If you go past the date you want to set, press "'REW" Button. When the correct date appears, press "STOP" Button. i 2 :0q,_4 J ll/s/_g& 6. Press "'F.FWD'" or "'REW" Button and then press "STOP" Button. & Date to select year, - 27- Removes Display NOTE: The date/clock graphics will whenever they appear in the viewfinder. be recorded J • ]o correct date/time inforJllatioD_ during • ]o correct date/time the date/clock programming information after starting Press and hold "DATE/TIME" Button, and then press "STOP" Button, the month will start flashing. Correct the incorrect digit by using "F.FWD", "'REW" and "STOP" Buttons. Press "STOP" Button repeatedly until the flashing cursor is removed from the viewfinder. Then press and hold "DATE/TIME" Button, and then press "STOP" Button, the month will start flashing. Correct the incorrect digit by using "F.FWD", "'REW'" and "STOP" Buttons. 28 TITLE MAKING You can easily create and record pefs{Jllaiiz_d titles ull y(Jul vldeub with tile Galllul _/}_e{_ul def s built in [l[Jt;_. The titler will store 2 different title pages in memory. Once a title is stored, it can be displayed and recorded at ahy time. Each title page can contain two lines of 16 characters each. The character contains 47 different characters for creating titles. "TITLE" • Creating Button a Title 5. After you have selected the first character, "SHIFT" Button to move the flashing cursor place you want the next character. 1. Attach a power source to the Camera/Recorder. Slide "POWER" Switch to either "CAM" or "VCR" position. 2. Press "TITLE" Button. pear in the viewfinder. The flashing press to the cursor will ap- 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed title. 3. Press "'SHIFT" Button repeatedly to move the flashing cursor to the place you want to begin your title. 4. Select the first character for your title by pressing the (--) or (+) Button repeatedly until the desired character appears. NOTE: Each title can contain up to two lines of 16 characters each. A chart showing the characters contained in the registers is located below. the v, VACATIOn, NOTE: Character may flash, however it will be recorded correctly without flashing. 7. After completing your title, press "PAGE" Button and create the title on another title page. 8. After creating the title, press "TITLE" Button to remove the title graphics from the viewfinder. Now title graphics is stored in memory. • Chart of Characters CHARACTER control ABCDEFG STU ?'./,-;: available HIJ KLM by using the NOPQR VWXYZ0123456789 < > ! -29- • Correcting Errors During Programming • 1. Press "SHIFT" Button repeatedly until the character to be corrected flashes. 2. Press either "--" or "+" Button until the correct or "+" Titles on a Tape in the Camera/ 1. Place "POWER" Switch to "VCR" position. 2. Locate the position on the tape where you wish to record the title. character appears. NOTE: The corrected character may flash, however it will be recorded correctly without flashing. "--" Recording Recorder 3. Slide "POWER" Switch to "CAM" position. 4. Press "TITLE" Button to display the title graphics. 5. Press "PAGE" Button until the title you wish to record appears in the viewfinder. 6. Press Record Start/Stop Button or "REC/STILL'" Button to start the title recording. 7. Press "TITLE" Button to remove the title graphics from the viewfinder. The Camera/Recorder will now record as normal. Button • Recording Titles on Another VCR while a Tape Back with the Camera/Recorder 1. Connect the Camera/Recorder playing and VCR. (See page 38.) 2. Select the title you wish to record (from page 1 or page 2). The last title selected will appear first. Press "TITLE" Button to turn title off. 3. Set the VCR in the recording mode and Camera/Recorder in the playback mode. 4. Press "TITLE" Button when you see the scene where you want to record the title, 5. Press "TITLE" Button to erase the display from the view'finder. INDEX SIGNAL RECORDING Each time you begin recording (after the Camera/ Recorder has been turned off at least four hours), the Camera/Recorder will automatically record an index mark at the beginning of the new recording. Later, when you play back the indexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature called "VHS Index Search System", the invisible marks can be located automatically. See your VCR's owner's manual for index playback instructions. The word "INDEX" will appear briefly in the viewfinder to let you know the Camera/Recorder is recording an index mark. NOTES: • The Camera/Recorder automatically records an index mark only once--at the start of each day's recording session (or whenever it hasn't been used for more than four hours). • It does not automatically record index marks each time you stop and start recording-only the first time you turn on the Camera/Recorder and start recording. -3O USING THE BUILT-IN CAMERA Use the built-in camera light if you wish to shoot in dark places. objects the built-in Switch to "'CAM" camera light when CAUTION: • CAUTION: The power consumption of the built-in camera light is about a half that of the camera/recorder. Therefore, if the camera light is turned on when a fully charged battery pack is attached, the operating time of the battery falls to about a half. 1. Set the "'POWER" LIGH! • • and then raise required. • CAUTION: • • Raise the built-in camera light only when you need it, otherwise the operating time of the battery pack is shorten due to the power consumption of the camera light. If the battery level indicator " _ " is blinking in the viewfinder, the camera light will not turn on. CAUTION: Do not hold the unit by the built-in camera light when carrying as this could cause a malfunction, • • • During operatlo_ ,l,u/Of dJkUl ubU [_i [tic £cilil_lc, light, the front surface and lamp of the camera light will be very hot. To avoid burns or hair damage, do not touch them with your hand. When the camera light is on, do not allow water to drop on the light. When the camera light is on, avoid subjecting the camera light to impacts or sharp vibrations. Do not allow the cooling vents to become blocked. Also, do not cover the camera light with paper or other objects, since the air flow will be interrupted, resulting in possible overheating hazard. Never use the camera light in the vicinity of explosive or highly inflammable materials. When storing the camera light in the camera case following use, be sure to allow it sufficient time to fully cool down before placing it in the case. Replace only with bulb, Sears Stock No. 57-53802 BULB (Optional Accessory), to reduce the risk of fire. To replace • the bulb of camera light To remove the front case, press and hold the tab, then remove the front case. Tab 2. After use, return the light to its original position set the "POWER" Switch of the camera/recorder "OFF". or to • To replace the front case, pass the bulb through the hole of the reflection plate then attach the upper hooks to the camera light, and then attach the lower hook to the camera light. Bulb UpperHook ...... Tab Lower Hook CAUTION: The light becomes very hot after it is used. Do not touch it with your bare hands, but use a cloth to return it to its original position. NOTES: • • 31 Do not touch the bulb directly with your fingers. It may shorten its service life. When the bulb is replaced, or when the front case of the camera light is removed, make sure the front case is attached to the camera light properly. EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT To use the electronic viewfinder glasses on, adjust the Diopter focus. PRODUCING LIGHTING Essential - BEST COLOR Lighting points with or without eyu Control for optimum should on lighting be uniform Diopter Control PROGRAM from the top -- people 1. A key light should be provided at the upper left in front of the person. 2. A weaker base light (spot) should be provided at the upper right and balanced with the key light. 3. Use one more light behind the subject. Thns emphasizes the person's head and shoulders and prevents the subject from being lost in the background. (Adjusting so that the left:right ratio is 2 : 1.5 by moving the lights backwards or forwards.) Caution: Do not place lighting equipment near the Video Camera/Recorder as heat from the lighting equipment can cause the Video Camera tRecorder to malfunction. Back Key light from upper light left light from upper right, a little weaker Base Approximate brightness value (for reference Unit: only) Illumination of 500 to 100,000 lux is required for clearest pLctures, though the camera can shoot an object ;n nllumination of 1 to 100,000 lux. Increase illumination when object illumination is less than 500 lux Install an ND (Neutral Density) filter (37 mm dia. and 0.75 mm pitch) on the lens if an object's illumination exceeds 100,000 lux. lux • Candle at 20 cm (10--151 1,000 10,000 • • • • • Cigarette lighter at 30 cm (15) During intermission at a movie theater (15--35) Workshop in a machinery factory (150--200) Arcade at night (150-200) Flashlight at 1 meter (250) • • • • • • • • • Study desk with fluorescent lighting (400) Office with fluorescent lighting (400-500) Library reading room (400--500) Bowling alley (500) Sales floor of a department store (500--700) Clear day one hour before sunset (1,000) Cloudy day one hour after sunrise (2,000) Cloudy day at 10 AM (25,000) Cloudy day at noon (32,000) • Clear day at 3 PM (35,000) • Clear day at 10 AM (65,000) 100,000 -32- • Clear day at noon (100,000) VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV To play back a tape recorded on your Video Camera/Recorder and vtew tt on your TV recewer, you must _.or]nect the Video Camera/Recorder to the TV receiver using either Audio/Video Output Cable (Accessory No. 4) or RF Converter Umt (Optional Accessory). You may also play back the tape recorded by your Video Camera/Recorder on any other VHS video cassette recorder The Video Camera/Recorder records and plays back in VHS standard speed (SP). A tape recorded _nlong play (LP) or extra long play (EP) cannot be played back on this Vtdeo Camera/Recorder. Example 1: If your TV has "VIDEO IN" and "AUDIO IN" jacks, I1 _ AudlolVldeo ,o,voo, \"7 Output 2. Connect the other end of the Audio/Video Output Cable to "AV OUT" of your Video Camera/Recorder. 3. Turn on TV. 4. Press "EJECT" Button on the Video Camera/ Recorder and then insert the cassette. 7. After playing in "VCR" press "STOP" To "VIDEO IN" (Yellow) 1. Connect the Audio/Video Output Cable (Accessory No. 4) to "AUDIO IN" and "VIDEO IN" of your TV. 5. Place "POWER" Switch 6. Press "PLAY" Button Cable I "POWER" •-_ _. I I I I_l_l To "AUDIO _ (White) IN" Swltch "EJECT" Button "IPLAY'" Button OP'" Button position. Button. ll Example 2: If you 1. Insert the recorded 2. Press "PLAY" have a VHS VCR, tape into your VCR. button NOTE: When noise appears in the played back picture, adjust "TRACKING" control on the VCR so there is no noise. of your VCR. -33- ExaMple 3. It your TV is a regular "_ TV. UHF Antenna UHF IN VHF IN 75-ohm _ VHF Antenna TV Camera/Recorder 3DO-ohm ,_--This is an Idaptor of 75/300-ohm combination type and may be used as applicable. 4--?5-ohm Coaxial Cable with Antenna Adaptor To "AV L -J / (*) Antenna Adaptor RF Channel To "IN |1) Optional -- not supplied. See page 2 for ordering information. OUT" FROM ANT" To "OUT (_) Selector _ "_ TO RF Converter 1, Disconnect the VHF antenna leads from the rear of the TV receiver. 5. Connect the Connector Unit to "AM Recorder. NOTE: Leave the UHF antenna leads connected to the TV. 2. Connect the VHF antenna lead to "IN FROM ANT'" on the RF Converter Unit. If the cable ts round (75-ohm), it will connect directly to the "IN FROM ANT", If it is the flat type (300-ohm), connect tt to the Antenna Adaptor and slip the Adaptor on to the "IN FROM ANT" terminal. 3. Connect the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable w_th Antenna _, _-Urn On "_ T_/ OUT" and Cable jack ._t Unit _o (*) from on the C_aw_e\ RF Converter Video _ un\ess Camera/ Chan_e\ 3 is one of the TV stations in your area If Channel 3 IS used in your area, set your TV to Channel 4. 7. Set the RF Channel Selector on the RF Converter Unit to "OH3'" or "'CH4"" to match the channel selector on your TV. Thts is the Video Camera/ Recorder channel on your TV set Your TV receiver must be tuned to this channel any time a video cassette is played back on the Video Camera/ Recorder. 8, Perform same procedures'in Steps 4 through 7 of "Exarnpte 1" on paoe 33 Adaptor to "OUT TO TM" on the RF Converter Unit. 4. Connect the other end to the VHF antenna terminal on the TV, as iltustrated. NOTE: If you want to watch a TV program with Video "POWER" Switch of the Camera/Recorder to "OFF". -34- Camera/Recorder connected as illustrated, slide DISPLAY BUTTON Pressing the "DISPLAY" Button lets you check several special displays in the viewfinder. 1st press 2nd press Battery Level and Linear Battery Level and Time- time Remaining Counter Display 3rd press "DISPLAY" Removes LINEAR Shows conds. TIME Button Display COUNTER length of tape run in hours, minutes and sePress "DISPLAY" Button to select the linear time counter display. Load a cassette into the camera/recorder and perform recording or playback; the counter indicates the elapsed time. NOTE: = The linear time counter does not operate when nothing is recorded on the tape. • Counter changes to 0:00:00 when cassette is ejected. MEMORY When the linear time counter with memory indication appears in the viewfinder, a tape that is being rewound automatically stops when the counter reads "0:00:00". This is useful if there is a section of tape you want review immediately after recording or if you want return to the same point several times in a row. 1. Press "DISPLAY" ter is displayed. Button to to until the linear time coun- 2. Press "MEMORY" Button. (The indication pears on the display). 3. Start playing or recording a tape. "'M" ap- 4. At the point you want playback to start, press "'RESET/T-160/T-180'" Button to reset the counter to "0:00:00". 5. Continue to play or record. 6. Press "STOP" Button. "DISPLAY" 7. Press "REW" Button. The tape will be rewound to the preselected point, at "0:00:00" indication. NOTE: The tape will also stop approximately "'0:00:00'" during fast forward mode. _; "MEMORY" "RESET/T-160/T-180"" at 35- Button Button Button TIME When REMAINING the linear time counter is present _rl the vJew finder, pressing "DISPLAY" Button again will change the display to a read-out showing the amount of recordmg or playback time left on the tape. Pressing "'DISPLAY" Button once more clears all graphics from the viewfinder. NOTE: When using an extended length T-160 or T-180 cassette, you must press "'RESET/T.160/T.180"" Button to adapt the camera/recorder's time remaining system for an accurate read-out. The T-160" or "'T-180"" will be displayed in the viewfinder. (If the linear time counter is being displayed, "'RESET/T-160/T-180"" Button resets the counter to °'0:00:00".) "DISPLAY" "R ESET/T-160/T-180" F-SEARCH AND R-SEARCH When you press "F.FWD" or "REW" Button dunng playback, the tape wdl be played back at a speed about 3 times faster than the normal playback speed, and you can easily locate a certain spot on the tape NOTE: There will be some noise (interference) F-search or R-search pictures. "REW" in the __.FWD" Button Button / STI LL When "REC/STILL" Button is pressed during playback, a still picture can be seen, To start again press "REC/STILL" Button and playback will be resumed. NOTES: • There will be some noise ¿interference) picture. in the still • After about 5 minutes of continuous still (play/ pause) mode, the Camera/Recorder will go into the stop mode. -36- "REC/STILL" Button Button Button MICROPHONE MIXING You can mix audio through a microphone during playback. (Add r/d+f,_horl [u _xtbttrlg ouL+l,d J Connect a source from which you want to mix sound, following the procedure shown on page 24 NOTE: If no external microphone 1. Set the "MIC MIX" Switch Camera/Recorder to "ON". or equtpment on the bottom _s connected, of the you can mix sound from the built-Jn n,tcr_phoJ,,, 2. Slide "POWER" Switch to "MCR'" position. 3. Press "PLAY" Button to play a tape. • The picture appears on the TV and sound _s out put. When you speak to the built-in microphone, your voice is also output from the TV. When external equipment _s connected, the sound from _t is also output from the TV. NOTE: If you use this microphone mixing function when copying a tape from the Camera/Recorder a VCR, you can copy the mixed sound "MIC MIX" Switch EDIT SEARCH Edit Search means that you can use "'F.FWD", "REW" and "'PLAY" Buttons to precisely position the tape even while the "POWER" Switch is in "CAM" posit.on. Since you can do this while the Camera/Recorder ts in the camera mode, without the tape unloading, it is possible to precisely position the tape for the next scene-eliminating the "between-scene glitches" that are common on Camera/Recorders without this feature. To permit smooth editing while recording, "'F.FWD", "'REW'" and "PLAY" Buttons can be pressed while the "'POWER" Switch is in "CAM" mode. • Holding recorded "'REW'" material. • Holding recorded "'F.FWD'" material. • Holding normal button, prepare lets you lets you quickly quickly reverse scan forward scan "PLAY" lets you view recorded mater_al at speed. When you release the "'PLAY'" the Camera/Recorder will stop playing and to record at that spot OPERATING HfNTS .................................... * After you have fmished using the Camera/Recorder, remove the cassette and the power source from the Camera/Recorder and attach the Lens Cap. FLYING ERASE HEAD A rotating erase head ehmmates ghtches and rainbow noise that occur at the joints It also makes possible the new video club feature of this Camera/Recorder. 37- between recordings to CAMERA/RECORDER TO VCR DUBBING If you wish to exchange or copy some of your friend's favorite home recordings, used to connect Video Camera/Recorder to VCR for this purpose. the following VCR: .eoor, "_i instructions can be .... A.T To "AM OUT" Audlo/Vldeo (Accessory Output No. 4) To Cable "AUDIO , IN" i i To "VIDEO IN" i 1. Connect the Audio/Video Output Cable (Accessory No. 4) to "AM OUT" of your Camera/Recorder. 2. Connect the other ends to "AUDIO IN", "VIDEO NOTE: If you connect the "VHF OUT TO TV'" connector of VCR to the ""rv ANT" connector, as illustrated and set "VCRITV" Selector of the VCR to IN" respectively. 3. Play the tape on the Camera/Recorder on the VCR. "VCR" mode, the picture being dubbed by VCR can be monitored. • CLEANING THE If dust or foreign 1. Rotate INSIDE and record OF THE matter adheres and remove eye cup. ELECTRONIC it VIEWFINDER inside the viewfinder, clean it by using 2. Clean the picture and lens. tube face To prevent scratching, use a soft non abrasive cloth, swab or lens cleaning paper. -38 the follow=ng procedure 3. ASgh the reference mark and rotate the eye cup in the d_rect_on of arrow. TROUBLESHOOTING Your Video Camera/Recorder is a highly suphisticated instrument. It has been carelully the factory under the most rigid quality control and inspection systems. the following points and take necessary corrective measures. INSERTING OR REMOVING Holder cannot Button. Cassette ment. cannot Check be opened be inserted into should checked and adjusted problems develop, when Cassette Point & Correction you press * Connect the Power Source. Compart- * Load cassette cassette. * Cassette * Try another Battery or charge the Battery, * Remove the Lens Cap. * Set "POWER" - The cassette has had the erase prevention tab removed. Stick a piece of cellophane tape over the erase prevention hole or select a different cassette. * Set "POWER" * Set "FOCUS in direction window indicated must be toward by arrow on outside. BATTERY CONDITION Symptom Check The " Ir " indication in the Electronic Viewfinder flashes to indicate Battery is discharged. CAMERA Check Picture does not appear in the Viewfinder. The Camera/Recorder can not go into the recording mode, even when Record Start/Stop Button is pressed. is out of focus. Auto-Focus & Correction RECORDING Symptom Picture Point Point Switch & Correction to "CAM" Switch to "CAM" AUTO/MAN" * The Video Camera/Recorder mode. does not operate. position. position. Switch to "'AUTO". is set to "MACRO" Turn the Zoom Lever to release "MACRO" and then focus on the object. * Auto-Focus Wide-angle 39 does not operate lens is attached. mode, if the Telephoto at check THE CASSETI'E Symptom Cassette "EJECT" However, or RECORDING IV PROGRAMS OFF THE AIR Check The Camera/Recorder can not go into the recording mode, even when Record Start/Stop Button is pressed. Point & Correction * The cassette has had the erase prevention tab removed. Stick a piece of cellophane tape over erase prevention tab hole or select a different cassette, * Set "POWER" * Set "POWER" No picture appears on television screen when "PLAY" Button is pressed. (TV is connected to the Camera/Recorder by using RF Converter Unit.) * Set the television to the Camera/Recorder Interference * Symptom PLAYBACK OF PRE-RECORDED l Button cannot position. CASSETTE Check Symptom "PLAY" Switch to "CAM" be engaged. Point Switch & Correction to "VCR'" position. channel (3 or4) depending upon the selected channel on the RF Channel Select Switch of RF Converter Unit. on playback picture. Adjust "TRACKING" Control. When you see the playback picture on your TV, adjust fine tuning knob on television set to obtain best picture. The pre-recorded tape is LP or EP recording. This Camera/Recorder is for use in SP recording only. Take the Camera/Recorder to Sears Service Center for service. * TV receiver is of older type. It needs to be modified to work properly with Camera/Recorder. Picture bends at the top of TV screen. Tape is damaged. Color of your TV screen is too bright, too faint Try another cassette. * TV set has VIR circuit. or changes. 4O Turn it off during playback. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Your Video Camera/Recorder is a highly sophisticated electro/mechanical device. It is nomlal for it to _equire routine cleaning and maintenance after approximately 1,000 hours of use. The exact schedule will depend on the condition in which it is used. The necessity of maintenance will generally be indicated by a slight degeneration in picture or sound quality. Because of the delicate nature of Video Camera/Recorder, it is recommended that you take the Video Camera/Recorder to a Sears Service SEARS Center to have it cleaned and restored to "like new" operation. SERVICE Your Sears Video Camera/Recorder has added value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians specifically trained on Sears home entertainment products, having We Sell". the parts, tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you . . . "We If you should take your Camera/Recorder to Sears Service for any reason, be sure you include the following 1. Audio/Video Output Cable (Accessory No, 4) 2. AC Adaptor/Charger (Accessory No. 3) 3. DC cord (Accessory No. 1) For Repair Service: Call 1-800-4-REPAIR HOW TO ORDER Service What accessories: (1_800-473-7247) REPAIR PARTS Now that you have purchased your Video Camera/Recorder, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center or Sears, Roebuck and Co. store. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. When ordering parts by mail, seUing prices will be furnished on request, or parts will be shipped at current selling prices and you will be billed accordingly. The Model Number will be found on the rear of cabinet. or repair parts for your Video Camera/Recorder. Always mention the Model Number when requesting service WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 1. NAME of ITEM ..... Sears Video Camera/Recorder 3. PART DESCRIPTION 2. MODEL NUMBER For Replacement Parts Information and Ordering: Call 1-800-FON-PART (1-800-366-7278) SPECIFICATIONS • • General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions 9.6V Weight 4.6 Ibs (2.1 kg) Video Recorder Format Section Record/playback Video signal Tape speed Video input system VHS Video output Audio input Audio output Fast forward/rewind • Camera DC 8 watts (nominal) 4-13/16"(W) x 7-5/8"(H) x 14-1/2"(D) 122(W) x 194(H) x 368(D) mm time Two video record/playback EIA standard NTSC color 33.35 mm/sec. 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm 1.0 Vp-p, --7.8 dBs -7.8 dBs Less than 75 ohm (316 m Vrms), more than 47K ohms (316 m Vrms), less than 1K ohm 10 minutes with T-160 cassette Section Scanning Required minumum Pickup device Lens diameter illumination heads plus a flying erase head 525 lines/60 1 lux 1/3" C.C.D. 37 mm fields/30 -41 frames USING THE OPTIONAL SYNCHRO EDIT CORD Synchro edit allows your Camera/Recorder to control a compatible VCR (one that has a camerd pausu jackJ wh+ie tapes are being copied from the Camera/Recorder to the VCR. The "REVIEW" Button on the Camera/Recorder causes the VCR to start recording and the "'REW", "'F.FWD", "STOP" and "'REC/STILL'" Buttons cause the VCR to stop recording. This is convenient when you want to record only selected segments from a prevJously recorded tape. IlL, t ttt To "PAUSE" To "VIDEO IN" To "AV ynchro' To "AUDIO IN" Edit Cord |*) (L), (R) (*) Optional - not supplied, See page 2 for ordering Information. 1. Connect your Camera/Recorder VCR as shown above. An optional is required. to a compatible synchro edit cord 6. Pressing "'REW", "F.F3ND", "STOP" or "REC/STILL" on the Camera/Recorder automatically put the VCR into the record/pause mode. allows you to search (forward or backward), NOTE: If your VCR has a single (mono) audio input, connect either the left or right audio plug to the audio input on the VCR. 2. Insert the recorded tape into the Camera/Recorder and blank tape into the recording VCR. 3. Press "PLAY" Button on the Camera/Recorder forward or rewind the tape in the Camera/Recorder without disturbing the tape in the VCR. • To search forward (or backward), press "F.FWD" (or "REW") Button. Press "PLAY" Button, the Camera/Recorder will resume normal playback. To begin copying again, press "REC/STILL'" Button and then the "REVIEW" Button. and then press "REC/STILL" Button where you want to copy. 4. Press "RECORD" Button on the VCR. The VCR automatically NOTE: enters record/pause • To fast-forward (or rewind) the tape, press "STOP" then "F.FWD" (or "'REW"). To begin copying again, press "STOP", then "PLAY", then "REC/STILL" to pause the Camera/ Recorder, and "REVIEW" to begin copying. mode. If the VCR begins to record instead of paus- ing, you will need to change the position of the switch on the synehro edit cord. Stop the VCR, change the switch, and then press "RECORD" Button on the VCR again. 5. Pressing "REVIEW" Button on the Camera/ Recorder puts the Camera/Recorder in the review mode for several seconds and then into the playback mode. The recording VCR starts recording This fast- automatically. 42 OWNERS MANUAL MODEL VI DEO CAMERA/ RECORDER NO. 934.53802391 SERIES WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER ON _i _ i_ For one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair any _o defect material or workmanship in this video camera/ recorder,infree of charge. _' _, 2_ The above warranty coverage applies only to vldeo career,7 _ recorders which are used for private household purposes. _', TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY RETURN THE VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER TO THE NEAREST SEARS _i o i_ SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT _, i_ This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also _, ,_ have other rights which vary from state to state. _i i_ i_ _ IN THE UNITED STATES. 8ears, Roebuck and Co. Dept. 817WA, Hoffman _' Estates, IL 80179 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, _i U.S.A. E72118 P4707104 Part No L46-381386=3 Printed _n Japan (N)
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