Panasonic NV-M10B Owner Manual

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CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS
VHS MOVIE SYSTEM ACCESSORIES
THE POWER SUPPLY UNITS
THE VIDEO CASSETTE
ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER
CAMERA RECORDING
PLAYBACK
CABLE CONNECTIONS
ASSEMBLE EDITING
INSERT EDITING
DUBBING (COPYING)
AUDIO DUBBING
TECHNIQUES FOR SHOOTING
eWhite Balance
e Focus
e Zooming
eMacro Close-Up
eLighting
e Accessories
CAUTIONS
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
SPECIFICATIONS
Video recorders carrying the HQ symbol mark feature the new VHS
High Quality Picture System. This system assures complete
compatibility with VTRs that use the conventional VHS system.
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IMPORTANT | FOR YOUR SAFETY
a . E DO NOT REMOVE THE OUTER COVER.
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of
To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user
pre-recorded ape | or discs or other published or serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
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№ AC MAINS LEAD CONNECTION.
WARNING
(VW-AM10B U.K. model only.)
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK The wires in the mains lead of this apparatus are coloured in
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO accordance with the following code
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VHS Movie NV-M19 | ————— BLUE NEUTRAL
eThe rating plate is on the bottom side of the VHS Movie. Mains Lead
AC Adaptor VW-AM10
eThe rating plate is on the bottom panel of the unit.
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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
eThis apparatus was produced to BSB800. correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured
BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured RED.
is the safety information.
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O White Balance Sensor Window
@ Start/Stop Button...
© Power Zoom Control Button ~~ ................
© Built-in Microphone ~~...
© Tally Indicator ..........
© Microphone Select Switch ~~ .............
€ General Operation Controls ................
© Tape Running Buttons ....................
©Lens Cap ...............................
© Lens Hood
@ Iris Close/Open Control LL
@ Focus Ring LL LL Le
®ZoomRing LL LL LL
@ Manual Zoom Lever with Macro Button
® Electronic Viewfinder ~~ ............. ee,
D Eyepiece Corrector Control ~~ ................
© Fade Button LL
O Date/Time Selector...
® Camera Search (—)/Rec Review Button
E Camera Search (+)/Button ~~ ................
@P Focus Mode Selector 1111
@ Focus Adjusting Button/Zone Selector
@ White Balance Mode Selector ..............
& Index Signal Recording Button ............
& Timer/Interval Recording Button ~~ ............
E High Speed Shutter Selector —..... eno,
@ Standby Button with Indicator ..............
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No. Name
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O) Metal Fitting for Shoulder Strap
¢@ Accessory Shoe — .............eee...-
€ Metal Fitting for Shoulder Strap Cee
@ Headphones Socket ~~ ................
€) DC Power Output Socket .
@ External Microphone Socket Lace
@) Edit Switch ........
€ Remote Control Socket .
@ Battery Eject Button...
€ Battery Compartment iia
@) Battery Compartment for Auto Date/Clock
@) Cassette Compartment ..............
@ Tripod Receptacle ..................
@ EVF/Character Generator Terminal .
@ Start/Stop Button Lane
@ Handgrip ooo een
© Grip Belt 20000000000 caca
@® Edit Socket oo... HEN
@ Video Output Socket.
@) RF DC Output Socket aaa
@ Audio Output Socket {L) ea
@ Audio Select Switch .
© DC Input Socket .............e.....-
@ Audio Output Socket (В) .
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@ General Operation Controls
OPERATE
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RESET
COUNTER
MEMORY
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SHIFT
MATE TIME
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© Tape Running Buttons
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(1) Operation On/Off Switch
(2) Reset Button
(3) Memory Button
(4) Date Shift Buton
(5) Date Set Button
(6) Tracking Adjust Buttons
(7) Eject Switch
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(9) Record Button
Rewind/Review Button
A? Play Button
(2) Fast Forward/Cue Button
dd Audio Dubbing Button
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(® Function of the Camera/VTR Selector Cover
Closed .......................... For camera recording.
sus... For other operations
than camera recording.
Stop Button
(3) Pause/Still Button
Camera/VTR Operation Se
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Warning/Alarm palcaionel Y — necordna indication Lamp
There is little battery power left. The VHS Movie will
—BATT— be turned off in a few minutes. Replace the battery
| pack by a fully recharged one.
Sap E It is impossible to record because the erasure
N prevention tab of the cassette is not intact.
Denn During recording, the tape has reached its end.
1 Replace the tape with a new one.
~ | When condensation has formed inside the VHS
— DEW— Movie, the “DEW” indication will flash and a few
seconds later, the unit will turn itself off.
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— €) — Video Head Clogging (see page 40).
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© Remaining Battery Power/index Indication
E----F The “== indications begin to disappear from right to
left as the power of the battery pack weakens.
INDEX This indicator flashes when a recording is started or
when the Index Signal Recording Button is pressed
and it indicates that an index signal is being
recorded.
@ Self-Timer/Interval Indication
SELF-20S Self-timer recording for 20 secondes.
SELF-END Self-timer recording until the end of the tape.
INTERVAL Recordings of approx. 1 second will be made at
1-minute intervals for up to 10 hours.
© Counter Indication
M0123 Tape Counter
0:12.34 Lap Time Counter
O Clock Indications
@ Date Indications
@ Camera Mode Indication | VTR Mode Indication
PAUSE Recording Pause, << Rewind/Review
Rec Review >> Fast Forward/Cue
REC Recording > Play
< «< Camera Search Still
(In reverse INSTD Insert
direction) INSTI |nsert Pause
> Camera Search ADUBP Audio Dubbing
(In forward ADUBN Audio Dubbing Pause
direction) RECD Recording
ВЕС! Recording Pause
@ High Speed Shutter Mode Indication
1/500 1/500 sec.
1/1000 1/1000 sec.
O Manual White Balance Indication
OUT OUTDOOR
IN INDOOR
eSome of the above indications may light up aiternately at the
same place in the EVF to indicate the corresponding operating
condition or warning.
Precautions
® Avoid violent shocks and rough handling of the unit.
eDo not allow liquid to spill into the unit.
eDo not place heavy objects on the unit.
eWhen unplugging the mains cord or other connection cords, be
sure to grasp the plug, not the cord.
e Do not block or cover the ventilation slots on the side of the unit,
especially by soft material such as cloth or paper.
e When listening to a radio while the AC Adaptor is in operation, the
radio reception may be distorted. In this case, move the radio
away from the AC Adaptor.
No.
Name
Page
006000
Power Indicator
Charging Indicator
DC Output Socket
Battery Pack Charging Socket
Power On/Off Switch
Mains Lead
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Standard Accessories
AC Adaptor
Battery Pack
RF Adaptor
Shoulder Strap
System Carrying Case
BNC/PHONO Adaptor Plug
AV Output Cable
Coaxial Cable
Battery Pack Charging Connector
Battery for Clock Operation
DC Input Cable
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIREOR S
ACCESSORIES ONLY.
Optional Accessories
Pause Remote Control Unit (VW-RM1)
Character Generator (VW-CG?)
Shoulder Pad (VW-SP7)
Car Battery Cord (VW-ACM10E)
Synchro Cord (VW-K1)
Editing Controller (VW-EC300E)
is the safety information.
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Battery Pack Battery compartment
Insert the Battery Pack into the battery compartment of the VHS
Movie. Push it in until it clicks into place.
e Always use a fully charged Battery Pack.
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Battery Eject Button
To remove the Battery Pack, release it by pressing the Battery
Eject Button down and in, then slide the Battery Pack out.
@ DC Input Socket
DC Output Socket
© To Mains
Socket
eit is possible to recharge one or even two battery packs
simultaneously by using the AC adaptor (supplied). For more
details about charging, refer to page 12.
eNever use any other AC Adaptor than the specified.
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© Start the engine and
insert the car battery cord.
To Cigarette Lighter
Socket
Car Battery Cord
(optional) 29 DC Input
Socket
eThe car battery cord can only be used with 12 V DC negative-
-grounded vehicles. 24 V DC or positive-grounded vehicles can
not be used.
elf the supplied voltage from the vehicie drops too low, the VHS
Movie will turn off automatically to prevent any malfunctioning.
When this happens, wait about 10 seconds before switching the
VHS Movie on again.
elt is not possible to recharge the Battery Pack by using the
vehicle's battery and/or the car battery cord.
@ Insert
“CHARGE”
ON x} DC Input
Socket
DC Output
© To Mains Socket
Socket
eThe Charging Indicator will go out about 100 minutes after
charging starts. However, the Battery Pack should be charged at
least 3 hours for extended use.
e¢Charging Indicator Lamp
Red ..... .....When the charging starts.
Green ...... When the Battery Pack is charged approx. 70%.
Notlit......... .When the charging is completed.
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Use the Battery Pack Charging Connector provided with the AC
Adaptor.
© OFF
“CHARGE”
Lamp
.€) To Mains
Socket
Battery Pack Charging
Socket
O Connect Battery Pack
Battery Pack Charging Connector
elt is possible to charge two battery packs simultaneously—one
connected to the AC Adaptor and another inserted in the VHS
Movie. However, charging them at the same time takes twice as
long as charging them separately.
e The Battery Packs cannot be recharged while the VHS Movie is in
use.
Operating Time with the Battery Pack
e This VHS Movie can record continuously for approx. two hours at
normal temperatures (25°C) with a fully charged battery pack
(supplied).
If the VHS Movie is used for recording intermittently or at low
temperatures, the total possible recording time will be reduced. It
is recommended to turn off the VHS movie or switch over to the
standby mode when not actually recording.
e Never use an insufficiently charged or exhausted battery pack. If
you use such a battery pack, voltage drops during recording or
playback will cause the VHS Movie to be switched off to protect
the battery pack and the VHS movie itself.
eThe battery pack can become exhausted not only during
recording and playback, but also when it is in the standby mode
for long periods of time. It is recommended to carry battery packs
along which will last two or three times the intended recording
duration.
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To Extend the Battery Life
Be sure to recharge the battery pack soon after use. If the
battery pack is left in discharged condition for a long period of
time, it may not be possible to recharge it.
Be sure to recharge the battery pack before use. If the battery
pack was stored for a long time after recharging it, the battery
level may be reduced and the operation time could be
shortened.
Be sure to recharge the battery pack once every six months
even if it is not used.
. To protect the battery pack, avoid recharging it for more than 24
hours.
eDo not overcharge nor completely discharge battery packs.
. Store it in a dry and cool place.
Erasure Prevention Tab
To prevent accidental
To record again
erasure
Break off the tab with
a screwdriver.
Cover the hole with
adhesive tape.
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@ Slide the Eject Switch in the direction of the arrow.
O Insert the video cassette into the cassette compartment with its
window facing outside.
© Push the cassette compartment cover inward, until it locks with
a click.
e Use video cassettes only.
- eWhen a power supply unit (Battery Pack, AC Adaptor or car
battery) is connected to the VHS Movie, the Eject Switch remains
operative, even if the VHS Movie has been switched off with the
Operation On/Off Switch.
(1) slide the Eject Switch in the direction of the arrow.
@ Pull out the video cassette.
(3) Push the cassette compartment cover inward, until it locks with
a click, to close the cassette compartment.
The eyepiece assembly can be
turned vertically 180° to allow for
any shooting position.
This Start/Stop Button
is convenient for low-
angle shots.
ERR Ня | To watch the picture in-
o Pull the viewfinder outside. the viewfinder from
some distance, swing
@ Turn it forward toward the lens, as shown.
up the eyecup.
O Then pull the viewfinder back toward its base again.
Pull the EVF outward and adjust it to the most comfortable viewing
position.
BEE
This control makes it possible for people who wear glasses to
adjust the eyepiece to their eyesight.
Eyepiece Corrector
Control
EVF Bottom
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FADE DATE: TIME Dr SEARCH +
(PO >)
WHITE HIGH SPEED
FOCUS BALANCE SHUTTER O STAND BY
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MANUAL «OUTDOOR
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Preparation
1. Slide the Camera/VTR Selector Cover close so that it covers
the Tape Running Buttons.
2. Slide the Operation On/Off Switch backward to turn the VHS
Movie on.
3. Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.
eA few seconds later, the VHS Movie will change over to the
recording pause mode.
O Set the White Balance Mode Selector to “AUTO”.
For more details, see page 31.
@ Set the Focus Mode Selector to “AUTO”.
For more details, see page 32.
€) Place the VHS Movie in the shooting position.
e Grasp the Handgrip and adjust the length of the Grip Belt with
the Velcro tape closure to the size of your hand.
eÁttach the Lens Cap to the Grip Belt.
© Press the Start/Stop Button.
eThe Recording Indicator “REC” is displayed on the EVF
screen and the Recording Indication Lamp below the EVF
screen is lit, and the recording starts.
e The Tally Indicator on the front of the EVF will also be lit, so
that people in front of the camera know that the shooting is
under way.
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TELE
ZOOM a a a WIDE
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MIC SELECT
Index Signal
Recording Button
This movie camera is equipped with a stereo zoom mic-
rophone.
The characteristics and sensitivity of this microphone can be
selected with the Microphone Selector as follows:
WIDE: To record the sound with optimum stereo effect.
Under normal shooting conditions, this setting is generally
used.
TELE: To increase the sensitivity when recording sound from a
distant source.
ZOOM: In this setting, the characteristics and sensitivity of the
microphone are automatically adjusted according to the
setting of the zoom lens.
When the lens is zoomed in on a distant subject, the
microphone is similarly zoomed in on it; and when the lens
zoomed back for a wide-angle shot, the microphone is
similarly zoomed back to capture the sound with full stereo
effect.
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© To temporarily stop the recording (recording pause), press the
Start/Stop Button again.
© To finish the recording, put the VHS Movie in the recording
pause mode and then slide the Operation On/Off Switch
backward again to turn the VHS Movie off.
elf the VHS Movie is left in the pause mode for more than 6
minutes:
The VHS Movie will automatically switch over to the standby
mode (viewfinder is off) to protect the tape and save battery
power. To switch over to the recording pause mode (viewfinder is
on) again, press the Standby Button.
eWhen the tape reaches its end, the VHS Movie will automatically
switch over to the stop mode.
Notes about Recording the Index Signal (VISS)
The recording of index signals at the beginning of and during
recordings makes possible the use of the VHS Index Search or the
Intro Scan function when playing back the tape on a VTR equipped
with the VISS function.
An index signal is recorded when one of the following operations is
performed.
eWhen recording is started for the first time after the VHS Movie is
turned on.
eWhen recording is restarted after the cassette is exchanged or
the tape is played back.
eWhen the Index Signal Recording Button is pressed during
recording.
In each of these cases, the “INDEX” indication will flash for a few
seconds in the EVF.
eWhen recording index signals, space the signais at least 2
minutes.
Rec Review
Camera Search
FADE DATE/TIME a o CH *
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WHITE HIGH SPEED
FOCUS BALANCE SHUTTER O STAND BY
"AUTO AUTO
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SELECT
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Camera Search for checking
longer recorded scenes.
Rec Review for a quick check
of the end of a recorded scene.
Camera Search Function
In the recording pause mode, a recorded scene can be played
back at high speed in reverse direction by keeping the Camera
Search (—) Button pressed (sound is not reproduced). And it can
then be played back at normal speed in forward direction by
keeping the Camera Search (+) Button pressed.
When the button is released, the VHS Movie will return to recording
pause mode.
Rec Review Function
Press the Camera Search (—) Button whilst the VHS Movie is in the
recording pause mode.
e The last 2 seconds of the recorded scene will be played back and
the VHS Movie will again stop in the recording pause mode,
ready for further recording.
During Recording
EF oO Press the Start/Stop Button to stop the recording.
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Recording Pause
O Press the Standby Button.
ADE omer men CAMERA , eThe corresponding lamp will lights up.
COCO CC eThe VHS Movie is now in the standby condition.
— —— A eNo picture can be seen in the EVF.
== —_ SUTTER O SON e After putting the VHS Movie in the standby mode, wait at least
e Es O n 4 seconds before performing any other operations.
SEE A Recording Sto
-O- | g Stop
O Press the Standby Button again to make the VHS Movie ready
for recording the next scene.
elt takes about five seconds for the picture in the EVF to
become stable.
Recording Pause
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@ Press the Start/Stop Button to start recording again.
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Wm Pressing the Timer/Interval Recording Button repeatedly:
SELF -205 SELF-END INTERVAL
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eDepending on the TV set used, the top of the picture may become
distorted when playing back scenes shot with the interval
recording function.
Self-Timer Recording
10 Seconds after the self-timer function is activated on the VHS
Movie, the recording will start.
If the VHS Movie is mounted on a tripod, this handy function allows
the person behind the camera to join the action that is being
recorded.
© Press the Timer/Interval Recording Button during recording
pause to select the desired recording mode.
eWhen the Timer/Interval Recording Button is pressed once,
“SELF-20S” will appear in the EVF, and when the button is
pressed twice, “SELF-END” will appear in the EVF.
O Press the Start/Stop Button and the self-timer recording will
start 10 seconds later.
eWhen “SELF-20S” is indicated, the recording will be made for
20 seconds.
When “SELF-END” is indicated, the recording will be made
until the tape reaches its end.
To stop the Self-Timer Recording Midway
Press the Star/Stop Button, and the self-timer recording will be
cancelled.
Interval Recording
This recording function automatically makes recordings of approx.
1 second duration at 1-minute intervals. (However, the initial
recording will last for about 10 seconds.) The interval recording will
continue for a maximum of 10 hours, after which the VHS Movie
will turn itself off.
© Press the Timer/Interval Recording Button three times during
recording pause mode.
@ Press the Start/Stop Button.
To stop the Interval Recording Midway
Press the Start/Stop Button, and the interval recording will be
cancelled.
Rewind
Playback
Fast Forward
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To Finish Playback — still Playback
Preparation
1. Slide the Operation On/Off Switch backward to turn the VHS
Movie on.
. Insert a recorded tape.
Make sure that the Edit Switch is set to “OFF”.
Set the Audio Select Switch to “HiFi”.
Slide the Camera/VTR Selector Cover open so that the Tape
Running Controls become accessible.
For Playback via a TV set, see “CABLE CONNECTIONS” on
pages 25, 26.
Fast Forward
Press the Fast Forward/Cue Button to rapidly wind the tape
forward.
eThe tape will be rewound automatically when it reaches its end.
Rewind
Press the Rewind/Review Button to rewind the tape.
eThe tape will stop automatically at the beginning of the tape.
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Playback
Press the Play Button.
oe The tape will be rewound automatically when it reaches the end.
Cue & Review Playback
When the Fast Forward/Cue Button or the Rewind/Review Button
is kept pressed while the VHS Movie is in the playback mode, the
tape will be played back at high speed in forward or reverse
direction.
Still Playback
When the VHS Movie is in the playback mode, press the
Pause/Still Button to view a still picture. To continue the normal
playback, press this button again.
To Finish Playback
Press the Stop Button.
E Stereo Hi-Fi Sound System
The VHS Movie is equipped with a built-in stereo microphone
and employs rotary audio heads and an FM recording system to
achieve excellent stereo hi-fi sound quality. At the same time,
mono sound is recorded on the normal audio track, making it
possible to play back a tape recorded on this VHS Movie, on a
mono-type VTR. it is also possible to play back a tape recorded
on a mono-type VHS Movie, on this VHS Movie.
eWhen the RF Adaptor is used for playback, the sound will be
monaural even if the recording was made with stereo sound.
H Sound-on-Sound Playback
The “MIX” position should only be used when separate sound
has been recorded on the hi-fi sound track and the normal
sound track. When identical sound has been recorded on both
of these tracks, interference couid occur during mixed playback
and decrease the sound quality. In such a case, set the Audio
Select Switch to the “HiFi” or to the “NORMAL” position.
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TRACKING
e When the playback picture contains noise bar distortion as shown
in the picture above, it can be eliminated by pressing the Tracking
Adjust Buttons.
To return the tracking control to the former setting, press the two
buttons simultaneously.
eWhen playing back a tape which has been recorded on another
video recorder, it may not be possible to completely eliminate this
distortion.
eNoise which takes the form of horizontal bars appears in the Cue,
Review and Still playback modes. This is not an indication of a
malfunction.
olf the VHS Movie is left in the Still Playback mode, for more than
about 6 minutes, the VHS Movie will switch over to the stop mode
to protect the tape and the video heads.
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Tape Counter and Memory Function
Press the Reset Button at a desired point and then press the
Memory Button.
e The Tape Counter is reset to “0000” and the Memory Indicator
“M” appears.
COUNTER
RESET MEMORY
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After pressing the Stop Button to end the playback, press the
Rewind/Review Button.
e The tape will automatically stop at about the point where the Tape
Counter reads “0000”
Counter Indication
By repeatedly pressing the Memory Button, the Counter Indication
can be changed in the following sequence.
Memory appears Lap Time
Tape Counter with Tape Counter Counter Indication
Indication indication (Real Time) appears No indication
0000 „| Moooo |,
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e The indication of the Lap Time Counter counts up only during
recording.
| | Ш ; DICTE the Battery for the Clock Operation
© Remove the lid on the bottom of the VHS Movie with a
screwdriver, or a small coin.
O Insert the “LR1130” size battery with the polarities (® and ©)
aligned correectly and then replace the lid.
eThe clock starts working as soon as the battery is inserted.
The “LR1130" size battery (supplied) is necessary for the
operation of the built-in digital clock, and to memorize the
Date/Clock Indications when the VHS Movie is turned off.
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Cautions
eWhen this battery is aimost exhausted, the whole time and date
indication will flash.
eWhen this battery is completely exhausted, the indication
“PLAEASE SET BATTERY” will appear.
eTo make this indication disappear, press the Date/Time Selector
twice.
elf this indication is still displayed after the battery has been
replaced, turn the VHS Movie off and then on again.
CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT
eThe life of the battery is about one year, however, it depends on
the frequency of use. Inspect and if necessary, replace the
battery once a year.
eLoad the new battery with their polarities ($) and ©) aligned
correctly.
eDo not apply heat to battery, or internal short-circuit may occur.
eRemove spent battery immediately and dispose of it.
@ When the Shift Button is pushed, the flashing portion displayed
will be changed in the following sequence.
Year— Month— Date— Hour— Minute —]
O When the Set Button is pushed, the flashing portion displayed
will be changed in the following sequence.
DATE/TIME SHIFT SET
ATE/TIM YEAR: 1989— 1990— dada, eo — 2088 —
MONTH: 1>2> ada es > 127
DATE: 1>2> EE rena à ae a ada > 3
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HOUR: 0>1> aaa —23—
MINUTE: 00—01— aaa aaa e —59—
e Repeat procedures Y and @ until all five items have been set.
eOnce the time and date are set, press the Shift Button in
response to a precise time signal so that the clock may begin to
function.
Recording the Date/Clock Indications
When the Date/Time Selector is pushed repeatediy, the indication
will change in the following sequence.
O When the Date/Time Selector is pushed, the
indication shown on the right will appear in To record neither To record the
the EVF. > re 1989 the Date nor the Date and Clock To record only the
Clock indication: Indications: date Indication:
elf no battery is inserted, the indication “PLEASE SET
BATTERY” will light up. In this case, insert the battery as
described on page 23. 15:38
20.10.1990 20.10 1990
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When using the battery pack as power source: When using a car battery cord as power source:
TV Set with Separate Video TV Set with Separate Video |
and Audio Input Sockets (optional) and Audio Input sockets (optional)
BNC/PHONO >
BNC/PHONO = — Adaptor Plug. ==
Adaptor Plug~__ _
vies mom YE do. To Video Input Socket Ti To Audio Input
o Video Input . To Audio Input 12V y
Socket | Sockets EN || ees
Car Battery QA
Cord (optional) A
Connection 2 DC Input C ti
Socket onnection
Cords y» Cords
To Video Ue
Output
Socket
= Ra
To Audio Output To Video
To Audio Output Sockets Output
Sockets Socket
Insert the Battery
Pack
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Before connecting the RF Adaptor to the VHS Movie,
Movie off with the Operation On/Off Switch.
DC Input AC Adaptor
Socket To Mains
Socket
E DC Input TV Set with RF Input
( npu Socket (optional
Cable (op )
ía DC Output Socket
e
2 Video Output Socket
RF DC Output Socket To RF IN Tune the selected programme
Audio Output Socket RF Adaptor position of the TV set to UHF
| channel 36.
)
Coaxial Cable
| TV/VTR selector
VTR: Used for playing back a
video cassette on the
VHS Movie
TV : Used for watching TV
й PAL System Selector
Ne
|: for U.K.
G: for Continental Europe
Note: Only use the specified adaptors for the connections.
The VHS Movie cannot be used to record programmes on
TV.
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VTR PLAY/REC
CAMERA REC
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Preparation
1. Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.
2. Slide the Camera/VTR Select Cover open.
@ Press the Play Button to locate the point where the new
recording is to be joined (Assemble Editing), and press the
Pause Still Button at the desired point.
© Slide the Camera/VTR Selector Cover close so that it covers
the Tape Running Buttons.
€) Press the Start/Stop Button.
VTR PLAY/AEC
CAMERA REC
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AUDIO
SELECT
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NORMALE
© Slide the Camera/VTR Select Cover open.
@ Locate (by using the Play, Fast Forward/Cue, Rewind/Review
Button) the point where the Insert Editing is to finish, and press
the Still Button at that point.
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© Press the Reset Button. Then press the
Memory Button so that the indication M0000
“M” appears.
@ Locate (by using the Fast Forward/Cue, Rewind/Review But-
tons) the point where the Insert Editing is to start.
© Press the Record Button and the Audio Dubbing Button at the
same time. “INST 11" will be displayed in the EVF and the VHS
Movie will be in the Insert Editing Pause mode.
@ After preparing the scene which will be inserted, press the
Pause/Still Button. “INST>” will be displayed in the EVF and
the Insert Editing will start.
e The Insert Editing will end at about the point where the Tape
Counter reads “0000” and the VHS Movie will change over to
the Still Playback mode.
e Do not press the Pause/Still Button during the Insert Editing.
M Playing Back a Tape on Which Insert Editing Was Per-
formed |
Select the sound to be played back with the Audio Select
Switch.
HiFi: The newly inserted sound (stereo) is reproduced.
NORMAL: The original sound (mono) is reproduced. (The
indicator lamp goes out.)
MIX: Both newly inserted sound and original sound are
reproduced mixed together.
eTo ensure optimum sound reproduction, use the
“HiFi” position for ordinary use.
Edit Remote
Switch Socket
DC Input Cable
(supplied)
{ To Audio
Output
Sockets
AC Adaptor
> Connection
> É%> <2=Z—= a Cords DC Output
Synchro Cord Socket
(optional)
To Synchro
Socket |
To Video Input E
Socket To Audio Input
BNC/PHONO Sockets
Adaptor Plug
TV Set
(optional)
To Video
Output
Socket To Mains
Socket
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@ Place the VTR into the recording pause mode, at the point on
the tape where you wish to record the picture from the recorded
cassette in the VHS Movie recording.
O Set the Edit Switch on the VHS Movie to “ON”.
O Locate the exact point on the tape in the VHS Movie from where
you want to start copying and put the VHS Movie into the still
playback mode.
O Press the Pause/Still Button on the VHS Movie and the
Pause/Still Button on the VTR to start the copying.
eThe picture quality of a copied tape is inferior to that of the original
tape.
If the VTR used for copying features 2 tape speeds, select the
normal speed (SP mode) for the best result.
eWhen a tape, that was originally recorded on the VHS Movie and
that later has some scene added on a VTR by using the Insert
Editing function, is again played back on the VHS Movie, the
playback of the inserted part may be affected by uneven colour
and coloured stripes.
Connection of the VHS Movie to a VHS VTR Equipped with
Synchro Edit Function
Connect the Remote Control Socket of the VHS Movie and the
synchro edit socket of the recording VTR with the optional synchro
connection cable (VW-K1).
eWhen editing, itis possible to operate the playback start and stop
of the VHS Movie with the recording start and stop of the
recording VTR.
eFor the operation, refer to the operating instructions of the
recording VTR.
Audio Dubbing can be performed by using the built-in microphone
or an external microphone. If an external microphone is connected,
the built-in microphone is automatically switched off.
External
Microphone (optional)
Built-in
Microphone
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INSERT PAUSE;
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Preparation
1. insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.
2. Slide the Camera/VTR Select Cover open,
O Press the Play Button and find the point where you want to start
the audio dubbing.
@ Press the Pause/Still Button at the exact point where you want
to start the audio dubbing.
@ Press the Audio Dubbing Button and the Play Button at the
same time.
@ Press the Pause/Still Button once again to release the tape
from pause, and at the same time start the operation of the
audio source. The audio dubbing will start.
@ Press the Stop Button to stop the audio dubbing.
¢|n audio dubbing, the original sound on the normal audio track will
be replaced.
E Playing Back a Tape on Which Audio Dubbing was
Performed
Select the sound to be played back with the Audio Select
Switch.
HiFi: The original sound is reproduced.
NORMAL: The dubbed sound is reproduced. (The indicator
lamp goes out.)
MIX: Both original sound and newly dubbed sound are
reproduced together.
e To ensure optimum sound reproduction, use the
“HiFi” position for ordinary use.
TECHNIQUES FOR SHOOTING
The VHS Movie, like any other video camera, responds differently
to the colours depending on the weather and the time, even under
seemingly same sunlight. The adjustment necessary to assure
natural colour rendition is called “white balance adjustment”.
“AUTO” position ........ The white balance is automatically
adjusted as the illumination changes.
WHITE
BALANCE
#OUTDOOR
#INDOOR
In certain cases, the use of the preset positions is recommended:
“INDOOR” .............. When shooting under the light from
incandescent light bulbs or halogen
lamps.
“OUTDOOR”. ........... When shooting outdoors under .the
sunlight.
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Cautions for Use of the Auto White Balance Adjustment Mode
In the Auto mode, the sensors built into the front of the VHS Movie
detect the colour temperature of the illumination of the scene and
automatically adjust the white balance. In the following shooting
conditions, the Auto mode may not provide exact white balance
adjustment.
1. When the illumination of the subject is different from the light
that falls on the VHS Movie.
2. When either the VHS Movie or the subject is in the shade.
3. When extremely bright light sources are used, such as
mercury-vapour lamps, natrium lamps or some types of
fluorescent lamps.
4. When the illumination is not bright enough (approx. 15 lux).
5. When the scene has strong red-coloured illumination, e.g.
during sunrise and sunset.
6. When intensive light hits only the red or the blue light sensor in
the window.
7. When there is some other light source that is outside the
sensing range of the white balance adjustment sensors, e.g.
snowy landscape, cloudy weather, incandescent light and
candlelight.
8. When there is some object placed in front of the sensor window
that prevents light from reaching it.
9. When shooting in the macro range, the Auto mode does not
operate. Therefore, use the “INDOOR” or “OUTDOOR”
position.
Set the Focus Mode Selector to “AUTO”.
eWhile watching the picture in the EVF, aim the VHS Movie at the
subject on which you want to focus.
FOCUS
ZONE
SELECT
s AUTO
a MANUAL
PUSH
AUTO
LOH
This Auto Focus system does not measure the actual distance but
adjusts the lens to the optimum focusing condition based on the
video signal. Therefore, the distance setting on the lens may be
different from the actual distance in some cases. However, this is
Note
not an indication of a malfunction.
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Focusing Zone Selection with the Focus Adjusting Button
The focus will automatically be adjusted to the object within the
focusing zone.
FOCUS
s AUTO
| a MANUAL
ZONE PUSH
SELECT AUTO
-Q-
Use this setting for ordinary
shooting.
Focusing Zone Frame.
Use this setting for a small
subject.
Use this setting for subjects
with much movement and for
panning and tilting.
A —— NE cn In the following shooting conditions, the Auto Focus system will not
по CNT e 8 | В be able to provide stable and exact focus adjustment. Set the
Set the Focus Mode Selector to “MANUAL”. o Focus Mode Selector to “MANUAL” in such cases and adjust the
focus by turning the Focus Ring.
1. When shooting a subject through dirty glass.
2. When shooting subjects with shiny surfaces.
FOCUS
(The focusing zone frame may disappear.)
— la auTo In the Manual Focusing mode, 3. When shooting a subject with a part of it near and another part
+ Ген | | * MANUAL momentary automatic focus far from the VHS Movie.
adjustment is possible for as 4. When shooting an oblique subject.
ZONE PUSH long as the “PUSH AUTO" 5. When shooting a subject with distinct horizontal stripes.
SELECT AUTO Button is kept pressed. 6. When shooting a flat subject such as a white wall.
|| | 7. When no part of the subject is within the focusing zone frame.
® 8. When shooting with special lenses or filters.
+ 9. When shooting a fast-moving subject.
10. When shooting a dark subject.
(The focusing zone frame may go on and off.)
@ Turn the Focus Ring to adjust the foucs.
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Power Zooming
To zoom to wide-angle, press the “W” Button.
To zoom to telephoto, press the “T” Button.
eSwitching the Zoom Speed
There are 2 zoom speeds available. Press the “W” or “T” Zoom
Button down lightly for the slow zoom speed; press them down
strongly for the faster the zoom speed.
Manual Zooming
Use the Manual Zoom Lever.
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The focus
can be WHITE
adjusted BALANCE
within this range.
+ "AUTO
— || E QUTDOOR
INDOOR
ou!
Shooting Small Objects
The macro function allows shooting small plants and tiny inects. It
is also possible to shoot photos from a photo album.
(The focus can be adjusted within a distance of 1.2 m.)
O Set the White Balance Mode Selector to the “INDOOR” or
“OUTDOOR” position.
© Turn the Zoom Ring all the way down to the click stop.
© Press the Macro Button and again turn the Zoom Ring down.
Turn the Zoom Ring slowly and focus on the desired object.
a ELLE) Values of Brightness
(lux) | (Place or Daylight)
10-15 | eCandielight
400-500 | eOffice with fluorescent lamps
500-700 | eDepartment store counter
1000 | eSunlight one hour before sunset, clear day
2000 | eSunlight one hour after sunrise, cloudy day
25000 | eSunlight at 10 AM, cloudy day
32000 | eSunlight at noon, cloudy day
35000 | eSunlight at 3 PM, clear day
65000 | eSunlight at 10 AM, clear day
100000 | eSunlight at noon, clear day
EE and! Fade-out
Райта out a a scene e to black i is possible by keeping the Fade Button
pressed, and facing in from black is operated by releasing this
button.
The sound is also faded'out and faded in together with the picture.
Fade in >
FADE
+
-— Fade Out
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Iris MO a OE Control
When a Subject is backlit:
Turn in the “OPEN” direction.
OPEN « «В
IRIS
—
eWhen shooting a backlit subject, be careful that the lens is not
aimed at extremely bright light.
When the picture is too bright:
Turn in the “CLOSE” direction.
@ » CLOSE
IRIS
—
eFor normal lighting conditions, this control should be set to the
centre detent position. (Automatic adjustment)
The VHS Movie has 3 different shutter speeds:
HIGH SPEED
SHUTTER 1/50 s normal shutter speed
1/500 s electronic high speed shutter
1/1000 s electronic high speed shutter
By repeatedly pushing the High Speed Shutter Selector, the
shutter speed can be changed as follows:
1/500 sec.— 1/1000 sec.— Normal
For videographing of fast movements, the shutter speed can be set
to 1/500 or 1/1000 with the switch HIGH SPEED SHUTTER.
With a video recorder equipped with the playback functions super
still playback, super still advance and super fine slow motion,
sharp-contoured pictures can be played back in these functions.
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¢ The following conditions are required for shooting with the High
Speed Shutter function:
The subject must be brightly lit, with little shade, under sunlight or
some other illumination of more than 300 Lux.
elf shooting under the illumination produced by fluorescent lamps,
the picture will be adversely influenced by flickering.
elf the picture is played back in the normal playback mode, the
movements may appear to be not very smooth.
eThe playback picture will be slightly darker than the picture
recorded without using the High Speed Shutter function.
я о
т About 2 cm of end of
strap shouid protrude.
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@ Pass the end of the Shoulder Strap through the slit of the
Shoulder Strap Holder on the front of the VHS Movie.
@ Securely attach the end of the strap.
© Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap at the upper part of
the rear of the VHS Movie in the same way as mentioned
above.
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Push
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EM À
A
© Slide the base to forward.
© Align the protruding knob on the back of the VHS Movie, and
align the lug and screw with the 2 holes on the VHS Movie.
@ Tighten the screw.
@ Adjust the position of the pad.
e Place the tripod on
a stable surface,
Align the with its legs fully
mounting holes spread.
screw
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Headphones
Recording Socket
Indicator
Remote
Control Socket
Pause Remote
Control Unit
Edit Socket
Headphones
Editing Controller
EEN
The use of the Character Generator makes it possible to record
titles, time, date and stopwatch while shooting some scene.
EU ch rar t
How to Attach the Character Generator
eBefore attaching the Character Generator, turn the VHS Movie off
with the Operation On/Off Switch.
© EVF cord
a TE
y
Character
Generator
EVF/Character Cord
Generator Terminal
@ Accessory
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@ Disconnect the EVF Cord.
@ Attach the Character Generator to the Accessory Shoe.
6 Insert the plug of the EVF Cord into the back of the plug of the
Character Generator Cord and insert them together into the
EVF/Character Generator Terminal.
eFor the operation of the Character Generator, see the operating
instructions of the Character Generator.
The video heads are the means by which the VHS Movie places
picture signals on the tape during recording, and reads picture
signals from the tape during playback. If these heads become dirty
and clogged from long use, the signals can no longer be recorded
correctly, and the playback picture will be distorted accordingly.
This is the case, for example, during the playback of a tape, the
sound of which is reproduced normally, but no picture is seen, or
the picture is greatly distorted. When such symptoms occur, have
the VHS Movie checked by qualified service personnel.
The VHS Movie is equipped with head clogging detection function.
When the heads are clogged, the" €9 "Indication in the EVF will
appear. As the accumulation of dirt on the heads may be dislodged
by the movement of the tape, it is possible that this indication
sometimes appears, but may not reappear on the next recording
starts.
The head clogging detection function will be activated when the
shooting is started from the recording pause mode. However, it will
not be activated when shooting immediately after replacing the
cassette and after performing Camera Search or Playback.
Condensation (dew) forms when warm air comes in contact with a
cold object, for example on a window in a heated room in winter.
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Condensation may form in the VHS Movie and damage the tape
and the video heads, if:
®The VHS Movie is in a room where the heater has just been
turned on.
eThe VHS Movie is in a room with steam or high humidity.
eThe VHS Movie is brought from cold surroundings into a
well-heated room.
® The VHS Movie is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such
as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot and
humid.
eWhen condensation has formed inside the VHS Movie, the
“DEW” indication in the EVF will flash and a few seconds later,
the unit will turn itself off to protect the tape and the video heads.
After a while, turn the unit on again and make sure that the Dew
Mark is not displayed any more. Then, wait about 1 hour before
operating the VHSMovie again. Depending on the surrounding
conditions, it may take several hours before the VHS Movie can
be used again.
®As condensation forms gradually, it may take about 10-15
minutes before the VHS Movie turns itself off after a change of
working environment.
ein an extremely cold place, condensation may freeze and turn
into frost. In this case, it may take quite some time for the frost to
melt, turn into dew and evaporate.
e When you bring the VHS Movie from a very cold place, e.g. the
ski slopes, into a heated room, keep it in a tightly closed plastic
bag or similar to prevent condensation from forming inside the
VHS Movie.
Use the VHS Movie under conditions where the temperatures are
between 0°C and 40°C, and where the humidity is between 20%
and 80%. To avoid deformation of the outer case or other damage,
do not leave it exposed to direct sunlight tor any length of time, also
never leave it in a closed automobile.
Do not place the VHS Movie near a TV set because it might impair
the picture and sound quality of the recorded tape, and/or
adversely affect the performance of the VHS Movie.
PO Keep Magnets Away
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object such as fluorescent
lamps, motors, electric clocks and battery operated toys etc. close
to the VHS Movie because this could adversely affect its
performance.
Keepthe VHS Tn J from Areas with
~~ strongElectric Fields |
The picture may become distorted, when the VHS Movie is used in
places with strong electric fields, such as near TV or radio
antennas.
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Never Put any Objects PTE
Never insert any object other than a video cassette into the VHS
Movie. If any object is dropped into it or if any liquid is spilled into it,
consult qualified service personnel. Operating it with some foreign
matter inside may cause fire or electric shock.
— NoFingersinside —
Touching internal parts of the VHS Movie is very dangerous and
may cause serious damage to the VHS Movie. Do not attempt to
disassemble it. For internal inspection, adjustment or repairs,
consult qualified service personnel.
Handle Lit Care
ever drop the VHS Movie or expose it to strong physical shocks.
Shocks during use may result in abnormal operation and perform-
ance.
Appearance of Smear Distortion.
Smear distortion is a peculiar characteristic of the CCD device. It
appears as a bright vertical stripe on the screen when the VHS
Movie is aimed at spot lights or other bright lights and light
reflecting objects. To avoid this problem, make sure not to aim the
VHS Movie at such strong light sources during shooting.
Operation On/Off Switch.
Never spray things like insecticide on the lens and body of the VHS
Movie. Also, never leave rubber or vinyl objects in contact with any
part of it for a long time, because the colour might change and the
body surface might be damaged.
Never use the VHS Movie with the cassette compartment facing
down as this might cause uneven winding and slacking of the tape.
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*The body of the VHS Movie is made of plastic materials. Never
use benzine, thinner or other chemicals for cleaning, because the
colour might be changed and the case surface might be
damaged.
e Wipe the case and operation panel with a soft, clean cloth. For
persistent stains, use a cloth moistened with mild detergent and
water, and then wipe with a dry cloth.
eCiean the lens only with a blower brush (used for photo cameras)
Or a special lens cleaning tissue (used for glasses and cameras)
Power Source
eThe power does not turn on.
— Is the power supply unit correctly connected to the VHS Movie?
eThe power turns on, but it turns off again immediately.
—lf the Battery Pack is exhausted, replace it with a fully charged
one.
—If condensation has formed, wait until it has dissolved.
Camera Recording
eThe power is on, but no picture appears in the EVF.
—|s the lens covered with the lens cap?
eCamera recording cannot be performed.
—If the tab of the cassette is broken out, cover the tab hole with
adhesive tape.
eThe picture is not clear.
—15 the eyepiece correctly adjusted to your eyesight?
—Is the lens surface dusty?
eThe Auto Focus system does not provide optimum focus
adjustment.
—ls the Focus Mode Selector set to “AUTO”?
—For shooting conditions where the “AUTO” setting of the
Focus Mode Selector cannot provide optimum focus adjust-
ment, set the selector to “MANUAL” and adjust the focus.
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Playback
eNo playback picture is reproduced.
—ls the connection to the TV set correct?
—ls the TV set tuned to the video playback channel?
eThe colours are not correct.
—ls the colour adjustment of the TV set correct?
eThe playback picture is not in colour.
The playback picture has large amounts of “snow”.
—Adjust the tracking.
—If the tape is old, use a new tape.
NV-M10B
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Video Recording
System:
Tape Speed:
Tape Format:
Recording/Playback
Time:
FF/REW Time:
VIDEO
Television System:
Modulation System:
Output Level:
AUDIO
input Level:
Output Level:
Audio Track:
Image Sensor:
Lens:
is the safety information.
DC12V |
Recording mode; 12 V-9.8 W (Battery Operation)
Stand-by mode; 12 V-1.0 W (Battery Operation)
4 Rotary heads, helical scanning system
23.39 mm/s
VHS) tape
240 min. with NV-E240
Less than 12 min. with NV-E180
CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal
Luminance; FM azimuth recording
Colour signal; Converted subcarrier phase shift recording
Video out (PHONO): 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohm unbalanced
MIC IN (M3); —70 dB 4.7 kohm unbalanced
Audio out (PHONO): —8 dB 600 ohm unbalanced
1 track (Normal-Mono only), 2 channels (Hi-Fi Sound-Stereo)
Ve-inch CCD Image Sensor
8 Times 2 Speed Power Zoom
F1.2/8.5-68 mm
Piezo Auto Focus System/Macro Range Auto Focus
Auto Iris (Variable)
Lens Front Diameter: 49 mm
Viewfinder:
Standard Hlumination:
Minimum Required
Ilumination:
Video Horizontal
Resolution:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Audio Frequency
Response:
Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimensions:
VW-AM10B
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
DC Output:
Weight:
Dimensions:
0.9-inch Electronic Viewfinder
1,400 Lux
10 Lux
Colour; More than 250 lines
Video: More than 43 dB
Audio (HiFi): More than 47 dB
(Normal): More than 43 dB
HiFi; 20—20,000 Hz
Normal: 80-8,000 Hz
0°C-40°C
20%-80%
Approx. 2.7 kg (without Battery Pack)
133.2 (W)x227.5 (H)x425 (D) mm
is the safety information.
AC 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz (Automatic voltage adjustment)
44 W
DC 12 V 1.8 A (VHS Movie)
DC 12 V 1.5 A (Battery pack charging)
Hd ER
Approx. 0.62 kg
80 (W) x54 (H)x196 (D) mm
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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