Polaroid DVC-2000 manual Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Please carefully study this manual and always keep it available. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be aware of.

1.Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2.Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6.Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example the apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping splashing and that no objects fill with liquid such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus. “WARNING” To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

8.Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9.A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10.Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11.Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12.Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature, If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

13.Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14.Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.

15.Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size or grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

16.Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

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Contents Page Safety Precautions For Customer UseModel No Important Safety Instructions To Obtain a Clear Picture UnpackingIntroduction Identification of Controls Table of ContentsRemote Control Operating with the Remote Control Preparing the Remote ControlHow to Connect Connecting With TVConnecting With Optional Equipment How to Connect with RF cable or AV cableProgressive Scan How to ConnectDVD onlyTo Copy From DVD To Videotape VCR PlaybackRecording To Enjoy DVD during recordingSearch Function Channel VCR SettingClock ProgramRF Out Setting The OSD DisplayAuto Power Off Tape HandlingPlaying Back a Disc What is AFF?How to playback DVD video discs AFF FunctionHOW to Stop Playback HOW to Start Playback from the Menu ScreenHOW to Pause Playback Still Playback HOW to Remove the DiscResuming Playback from the Same Location Locating a Title Using the Title MenuLocating a Specific Title, Chapter or Track Playing in SLOW-MOTIONChecking the Operational Status Using the On-Screen DisplayLocating a Specific Chapter or Track Locating a TitlePlaying Repeatedly Playing in Random OrderZooming a Picture On DVD HOW to Display Subtitles Selecting SubtitlesPress the Audio button again to cycle backwards HOW to SET TITLES, CHAPTERS, or Tracks in a Favorite Order Playing in a Favorite OrderMP3 Operation Playing Back Your Kodak Picture CD WMA OperationMemo On Output Sounds Playing With Your Jpeg FilesSetting the Parental Lock Setting the Parental LockPress Stop twice during playback Press Setup Displaying the Setup Menu Screen Customizing the Function SettingsSymptoms and Correction Troubleshooting GuideWeight Approx SpecificationsPage Para uso del cliente Precauciones de SeguridadImportantes Instrucciones de Seguridad Notas Notas sobre los discos IntroducciónIdentificación de Controles Tabla de ContenidosControl Remoto Remoto Preparar EL Control RemotoManejar EL Control Remoto Control Reproductor funcione correctamenteCómo conectar Conexión a un TelevisorConexión a un equipo opcional Cómo conectar con cable RF o cablr AV¿CÓMO Entrar EN EL Sistema DE Video ESCANEAR? Escanear ProgresivoCómo Conectarsólo SE Sirve Para DVD ¿QUÉ ES Escanear PROGRESIVO?Copiar programa desde DVD Reproducir VCRGrabación Ver DVD durante la grabaciónFunción de buscar Canal Ajustar VCRReloj ProgramaSalida de RF Uso de cintaAjustar la pantalla Cerrar automáticamenteReproducción básica Función de AFFReproducción de discos ¿QUÉ ES AFF?Cómo Hacer UNA Pausa EN LA Para UNA Imagen DE Mayor CalidadAcerca DE DVD,CD Cómo Empezar LA Reproducción Desde LA Pantalla DE MenúContinuar LA Reproducción Desde EL Mismo Sitio Reproducción de discos continuaciónEncontrar un determinado título, capítulo o pista Reproducción a Cámara LentaComprobar EL Estado Operativo Uso de la pantallaEncontrar UN Determinado Capítulo O Pista Título DeterminadoCómo Repetir UN TÍTULO, Capítulo O Pista Reproducción repetidaReproducción en orden aleatorio Zoom sobre una imagenCómo seleccionar los subtítulos Cómo Mostrar LOS SubtítulosPulse el botón Audio durante la reproducción Seleccione Start en la pantalla y pulese el botón Enter Para cancelar el elemento programadoReproducir en el orden deseado Manejo del MP3Reproducción de su CD de imágenes Kodak Operación de WMADiscos Y Formatos DE Salida Trabajar con los archivos JpegMemo sobre formatos de salida Reproducir LOS Archivos JpegAjustar LA Protección Paternaparental Lock Ajustar la Protección Paterna Parental LockPersonalizar los ajustes de las funciones Mostrar LA Pantalla DEL Menu ConfiguracionPage RCA Jack Características técnicas¿QUÉ queda excluido? Garantía limitadaPage Mesures de Sécurité Ne regardez pas fixement le rayonModèle Série Instructions importantes de sécurité Pour Obtenir UNE Image Nette ET Claire Comment Installer Votre Lecteur Combo ?Avertissement DéballageMode de téléviseur Remarques sur les disquesDisques Reproductibles Table des Matières Identification des boutons de commandeVerrouillage parental TélécommandeTélécommande suite Preparation DE LA TelecommandeUtilisation DE LA Telecommande Comment connecter Connexion à un téléviseurConnexion à dautres appareils en option Comment connecter avec câble RF ou câble AVComment Etablire LE Modele DE Scanner VIDEO? Scanner ligne par ligneComment connecter pour lecteur DVD seul Quest QUE Cest QUE Scanner Ligne PAR LIGNE?Copier lémission sur le disque DVD Lecture de VCRCopie Lecture de DVD lors de la copieFonction de recherche Langue de menu sur lécran Configuration de VCRRelojHorloge Programme1Sortie RF Configuration de laffichage sur lécranEmploi de bande magnétique Fermer automatiquementLecture de base AFF fonctionLecture dun disque QUEST-CE QUE AFF ?Comment Arreter LA Lecture Pour UNE Image DE Meilleure QualitePropos DE Disques DVD, CD Comment Enlever LE DisqueRepérage dun titre, dun chapitre ou dune piste spécifique Lecture RalentieReprendre LA Lecture AU Meme Endroit Verification DE LA Situation DES Operations Utilisation de laffichage sur lécranReperage DUN Chapitre OU Dune Piste Specifique Reperage DUN TitreLa lecture répétée La lecture dans un ordre aléatoireZoomer sur une image Comment Afficher LE SOUS-TITRE Choisir Le Sous-TitrePour annuler les éléments programmés Lecture dans lordre de votre choixFonctionnement MP3 Pour changer les éléments programmésRepetition DE LA Projection DE Diapositive Lecture de WMALecture De Votre Kodak Picture CD Rotation DE LimageDisque Audio Mpeg 1 Niveau 3 MP3 Travailler Avec Vos Fichiers JpegLecture DE VOS Fichiers Jpeg Disque ET Sortie DE SONReglage DU Verrouillage DE Parents Réglage du verrouillage de parentsPersonnalisation des réglages des fonctions Affichage DU Menu DE Configuration SUR LecranSymptômes ET Remèdes Guide de DépannageCaractéristiques Techniques Lecteurs Garantie Limitée

DVC-2000 specifications

The Polaroid DVC-2000 is a versatile digital camcorder that combines user-friendly features with advanced technology to cater to both amateur and semi-professional videographers. Released in the early 2000s, this camcorder marked a significant step in Polaroid's evolution into digital video, moving away from its traditional instant photography roots.

One of the standout features of the DVC-2000 is its compact design, allowing users to easily carry it for spontaneous video recording. Weighing in at just over two pounds, it strikes a balance between portability and functionality. This camcorder boasted a 680,000 pixel CCD image sensor, delivering crisp and vibrant video quality that was impressive for its time. The DVC-2000 supports 640 x 480 resolution, which was a high standard for personal camcorders during its era, enabling it to capture sharp details and colors in varying conditions.

Equipped with a 10x optical zoom lens and a 200x digital zoom, the DVC-2000 offered versatility for capturing scenes from a distance while maintaining clarity. The built-in image stabilization technology was another pivotal feature, helping to reduce blurriness and shakiness in handheld shots. This was particularly advantageous for home videos or recordings in dynamic environments.

For connectivity, the DVC-2000 included USB output, making it easy to transfer recorded video files to computers for editing or sharing. Additionally, it featured an external microphone input, allowing users to enhance audio quality for a more professional sound in their videos. The camcorder's LCD screen provided a clear viewfinder, simplifying the process of framing shots and adjusting settings.

The DVC-2000 utilized MiniDV tapes, which provided a convenient format for storing video. Although tape technology has largely been replaced by digital storage solutions, MiniDV offered relatively high-quality recording with a decent capacity for extended video lengths.

In terms of battery life, the DVC-2000 was equipped with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, allowing for extended shooting sessions without the constant need for recharging.

Overall, the Polaroid DVC-2000 represented an intersection of innovative technology and user-friendly design, making it an attractive option for individuals eager to dive into digital video. Its combination of quality features ensured that it carved a place in the hearts of many video enthusiasts during its time.