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Digital
Camcorder
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
CC9370
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Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, WARNING do not remove cover (or back). No To reduce the risk RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK user serviceable parts inside. Refer of fire or electric servicing to qualified service DO NOT OPEN shock, do not personnel. expose this camcorder or AC charger to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" important instructions i
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Assistance ......................................3 On-screen Menus ........................29 Accessing Menus ......................29 First-Time Operation ...................3 Fader/Wipe Effects ...............29 Getting Started ............................3 Program AE with Special Using the LCD Monitor:.........7 Effects ...............................30 Reviewing Operating Controls ....9 Exposure Control .................32 Powering the Camcorder ..........
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Table of Contents Recording Trouble Checks ...........................63 Recording Details Specifications ..............................68 Digital and Optical Zooming 47 Care and Maintenance ...............69 Using the Zoom Lever ......47 After Using the Camcorder .......69 Playback......................................49 Cleaning The Camcorder ..........69 Basic Playback ..........................49 Proper Care and Storage............70 Speaker Volume ...................49 Things to Avoid......
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First-Time Operation Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty .................. 800-283-6503 (pages 72-73) Customer Service ........................................ 800-336-1900 (page 71) Accessories ................................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 57-62) Getting Started This section describes the steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operatio
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First-Time Operation 2. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand. A. Lift the flap on the handstrap and separate the Velcro strip. B. Insert your hand so your fingers can comfortably reach the camera buttons. C. Adjust the strap to fit snugly. D. Refasten the strap, and fold the flap back down. Handstrap Velcro Strip (Under Flap) Handstrap 3. Attach the adapter/charger. Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder using the incl
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First-Time Operation 4. Press in the Lock Button and rotate the Power Switch to automatic ( A ) record . • The Power Indicator lights when Power Indicator the camcorder is turned on. • The position of the Power Switch determines whether the camcorder is in automatic ( A ) or manual ( M ) F F O record mode, powered off (OFF), Y A L P or in playback mode ( PLAY ). • Automatic recording places the Lock Button camcorder into AutoShot™ mode. Focus, exposure, iris control, white balance, and the recor
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First-Time Operation 6. Insert a Mini DV cassette. Record protection tab A. Make sure the camcorder is connected to a power supply. Tape window With the camcorder set to B. automatic ( A) record, slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT latch. OPEN/EJECT Gently pull the cassette cover latch open until it snaps into place. The cassette holder automatically opens. PUSH HERE marks C. Insert a Mini DV cassette with the area to use to the record protection tab close the cassette facing up and the tape compartme
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First-Time Operation Using the LCD Monitor: A. Open the monitor 90 degrees from the camcorder body. MENU/BRIGHT B. Tilt the monitor 180 degrees dial forward or 90 degrees down as required for convenient viewing while recording. C. To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor’s image, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT dial . Note: Adjusting the LCD monitor brightness does not affect the recorded image on cassette. Rotating the MENU/BRIGHT dial adjusts the brightness of 8. Start and stop recording. the LCD mo
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First-Time Operation 9. Play back your recording. A. Press the Lock Button in while Power Indicator rotating the Power Switch to the PLAY icon to put the camcorder F F in playback mode. O Y A L P The Power Indicator lights. B. Press the Rewind Button ( ) Thumb Lock on top of the camcorder to reverse the cassette to the Pressing the Thumb beginning. When rewound Trigger will start or pause completely, the camcorder will recording automatically stop. The time counter and date/time on-screen displ
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First-Time Operation Reviewing Operating Controls Zoom Lever (also Volume Control in PLAY mode) OPEN/EJECT Latch MENU/BRIGHT Dial A/V, Computer, and S-Video Connection jacks (under rubber hood) Viewfinder Hand Strap Battery Power Battery Release Button Indicator Power Switch/ Thumb Lock Button Trigger Fast forward Button ( ) Play/pause Button ( / ) Rewind Button ( ) STOP Button ( ) PUSH/OPEN Button LCD Monitor (closed) Tally Light Video Light Microphone 9
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First-Time Operation Reviewing Operating Controls DC IN Jack Speaker Shoulder Strap Ring LCD Monitor (open) Service Port Light Switch (OFF/AUTO/ON) SNAPSHOT MENU/BRIGHT Button Dial Cassette Holder Carriage (NEVER touch internal pieces) Cassette Holder Cover Door PRESS HERE Cassette MODE Holder Closing Point Button 10
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Powering the Camcorder Powering the Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger The Adapter/Charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The Adapter/Charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz. To AC power outlet Adapter/Charger DC OUT Jack DC IN Jack DC Cable Attaching the Adapter/Charger Removing the Adapter/Charger 1. Connect one end of the DC cable 1. Unplug the Adapter/Charger from to the DC OUT jack on the the power outlet. Adapter/Cha
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Powering the Camcorder Using the Rechargeable Battery The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging takes approximately 90 minutes. When fully charged, the battery supplies approximately 75-95 minutes of operating time– depending on how much the monitor, zoom, and pause are used. Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks. Safety Precautions • Do not short the battery’s terminals. • Do not attempt
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Powering the Camcorder Charging the Battery Note: If you try to charge a battery If the DC cable is attached to the that has not been charged for a long DC OUT jack on the Adapter/Charger, period of time, it may take a few minutes for the CHARGE indicator remove it. to flash. 1. Make sure the arrow on the 5. After the battery is charged, the battery faces up and points to the CHARGE indicator stops Adapter/Charger’s POWER light. blinking and remains lit. 2. Hold the battery flush against the 6.
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Powering the Camcorder Notes: If a protective cap is on the Battery Life battery, remove it before use or charging. Battery Level Indicator When charging a battery for the first The battery level indicator appears in time or after a long storage period, the viewfinder or LCD monitor and the CHARGE indicator may not light reveals the amount of power left in on the Adapter/Charger. Remove the the rechargeable battery. battery and try again. Notes: The battery level indicator is not Charge the batt
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Other Camcorder Details Other Camcorder Details Shoulder Strap The camcorder’s shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camera from your shoulder and – when ready– bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement. Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1. Make sure the battery pack or Caution DC cord is removed. When carrying the camcorder with 2. Following the illustration, thread the shoulder strap, you should close the strap through the eyelet. the LCD monitor and rotate the viewfi
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Working With the Right Media Working With the Right Media Mini DV Cassettes This camcorder is designed to work exclusively with digital video cassettes. Only cassettes marked with a Mini DV logo can be used with this unit. Also keep in mind that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital media formats. Note: For details on loading and unloading cassettes into the digital camcorder, see page 6 in this manual. Erase Erase Protection Tab Protection Tab You can use your videocassettes over
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Working With the Right Media Cassette Notes Care and Storage • A power supply must be attached • When finished with a cassette, to load or eject a cassette. rewind it, remove it from the camcorder, and label it. Protect the • When loading a cassette, it takes a tape using the erase protection tab few seconds for the Cassette if necessary. Holder to open. Never apply force to the holder or door cover as this • Store cassettes vertically in their might result in damage to the protective cases at n
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On-Screen Preferences On-Screen Preferences Display Menu Options The Display Menu offers a chance to set what is shown on screen during recording and playback. You must set the correct date and time before they can be displayed in either mode. Setting the Date and Time 3. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT dial to highlight DISPLAY MENU ( ). The correct date and time must be set 4. Press in the MENU/BRIGHT dial before they can be displayed. to display a series of submenus. Date and time information is recor
