Explanation of Terms
ªDigital Video System
In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration.
In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and date/time, as digital signals.
Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS Cassettes
Because this Camera/Recorder employs a digital system for recording image and sound data, it is not compatible with conventional
The size and shape of the Cassette are also different.
Compatibility with Output Signals
Because AV signal output from the AV signal output jack is analogue (the same as conventional video systems), this Camera/Recorder can be connected with
ªFocus
Auto Focus Adjustment
The Auto Focus System automatically moves the internal focusing lens forward or backward and adjusts the focus so that the subject can be seen clearly.
However, the Auto Focus System does not function properly under the following recording conditions.
Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.
1)Recordingasubjectwhoseoneendislocatedcloser to the Camera/Recorder and the other end farther away from it.
≥Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at the center of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both foreground and background.
2)Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass.
≥Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the subject behind the glass will not be focused.
3) Recording a subject in dark surroundings.
≥Because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably, the Camera/Recorder cannot focus correctly.
4)Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects.
≥Because the Camera/Recorder focuses on the objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects, the recording subject may become blurry.
5)Recording a fast-moving subject.
≥Because the focus lens inside moves mechanically, it cannot keep up with the
6) Recording a subject with little contrast.
≥Because the Camera/Recorder achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry.
ªWhite Balance Adjustment
Depending on the type of light source, the colors recorded by the Camera/Recorder may be affected. In some cases, images may be recorded with bluish or reddish hue. To minimize the effect of light on the subject’s color, what is called White Balance Adjustment becomes necessary.
White Balance Adjustment
White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and makes adjustment so that the white color will become pure white.
Auto White Balance Adjustment
This Camera/Recorder stores settings that are optimal for several kinds of general light sources. The Camera/Recorder determines the hue of light that it receives through the lens and White Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This function is called Auto White Balance Adjustment.
However, since white balance settings for only certain kinds of light sources are stored, the Auto White Balance Function does not operate properly when recording occurs under light that is out of the range of the setting values.
ªTime Code
Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (30 frames per second). If this data is included in a recording, an address is assigned to each image on the tape.
≥The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part of the
≥When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette is inserted, the Time Code automatically starts from zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted, the Time Code picks up from the point where the last scene was recorded. (In this case, when the Cassette is inserted, the zero display [0h00m00s00f] may appear, but the Time Code starts from the previous value.)
≥The Time Code cannot be reset to zero.
≥Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be possible. To ensure that the Time Code will be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use of the Camera Search Function (l20) or the Blank Search Function (l29) before recording a new scene.
ªMemory Stop Function
The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations.
Rewinding or
1Set [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu to [MEMORY].
2Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape position you will want to play it back from later. (l10, 16)
3Start playback or recording.
4When playback or recording is over: slide the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch from on to put the Camera/Recorder in the VCR Mode.
≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up.
5Rewind the tape.
≥The tape automatically stops approximately at the position where the counter was set to zero.
Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing
1Set [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP]
2Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the position where you want to stop editing.
3Play back the still pictures where you want to start audio dubbing.
4Start audio dubbing. (l33)
≥Audio dubbing automatically stops at the position where the counter was set to zero.
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