Technicolor - Thomson HP 270 user manual Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment

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CAUTIONS:

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.

Use the BPD 270 battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter /Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections

between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is

damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

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Contents VMD270 VMD270 Dear Customer It is recommended that youSome DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment Safety Precautions MultiMediaCard 16 MB Docking Station AC Power Adapter/ChargerUSB cable How To Attach The Core Filter for optional USB cable How To Attach The StrapRelease the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter Press + or to select OFF and press SET Power Switch Lock Button Sub MenuMenu Button SET/SELECT Button Getting Started Power Charging the Battery PackLithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures Battery pack Charging time BPD270Using the Battery Pack Using AC PowerTo Detach The Battery Pack 10 ENViewfinder Adjustment Tripod MountingBuilt-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery Date/Time Settings12 EN Loading/Unloading a Cassette Slide the erase protection tab on the backRecording Mode Setting Power lamp Power Switch Lock Button Display Camera Menu14 EN Menu ButtonLoading a Memory Card To Unload a Memory CardPicture Quality Mode Setting Image Size Mode Setting16 EN Approximate Number of Storable ImagesOperation Mode Power Switch Position ManualVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position Switch Power lamp Power Switch Lock Button18 EN Video Recording PlaybackTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display Video RecordingBasic Recording To Stop Recording20 EN Journalistic ShootingInterface Shooting ZoomWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Available only with the remote control provided  pg22 EN Video PlaybackConnections Docking Station24 EN Video PlaybackTo cancel Blank Search midway Blank SearchPress FOCUS/BLANK PressDigital Still Camera D.S.C Recording Playback Snapshot Mode Selection C. RecordingBasic Shooting Snapshot Snapshot RecordingTo Delete Unwanted Still Images 28 ENTo Remove The Shutter Sound Normal Playback Of Images C. PlaybackAuto Playback Of Images 30 EN Jump Playback Index PlaybackAgain 32 EN To Remove ProtectionDeleting Files To Select a File by Browsing Files Stored in MemoryTo delete the image file To delete the video clip file34 EN To Delete the Displayed FileTo Delete ALL Files Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 onTo Reset The Setting To Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each36 EN To Reset The No. Of PrintsTo Print by Selecting Still Images and NO. of Prints You can initialise a memory card anytime Initialising a Memory CardDisplay Memory Menu Advanced Features 38 ENUsing Menus for Detailed Adjustment EN39 For Recording MenuIf you have selected WIPE/FADER Program AE or W. Balance …see pgEN Using Menus for Detailed Adjustment Menu Screen ExplanationsDemo Mode remains on even if the camcorder power is turned Normal screen ratioAppears. The quality Sound will change. This is normalDoes not reset all settings to the factory-preset Resets all settings to the factory-presetWhen the Power Switch is set from OFF to or When the date is changed during playbackFor Playback Menu Power Switch is set to  pg DisplayParameters are the same as Description on pgSound Mode 12BIT Mode Playback Sound46 EN For RecordingSecond Recording Instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop ButtonTo Deactivate The Selected Mode Program AE With Special EffectsSelect OFF in step Slow Slow Shutter48 EN Shutter Variable Shutter SpeedClassic Film Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect For Slow Slow ShutterFADE/WIPE Selection Fade/Wipe EffectsTo Deactivate The Selected Effect Fader And Wipe Menu 50 ENMenu Effect Motor Drive Mode Snapshot For Video RecordingIf you press during Record-Standby If you press during RecordingFeature Auto Focus Feature Manual Focus52 EN To obtain correct focusExposure Control Iris LockWhite Balance Adjustment 54 ENManual White Balance Operation To Return To Automatic White BalanceSound Effect Mode Selection Digital Sound EffectsLoad the provided memory card  pg and a cassette  pg Press + or to select the desired sound effect56 EN To cancel recording the sound effect midwaySound Effect Recording On the remote control DubbingDubbing To a VCR To AV OUT58 EN ConnectorTo use this camcorder as a player Dubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory Card Video MenuTo cancel E-Mail Clip Recording 60 ENTape To a Memory Card E-Mail Clip Recording To view video clips stored in a memory cardInstalling The Batteries Using the Remote Control UnitRemote sensor 62 EN Functions ButtonsFeature Frame-By-Frame Playback Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Playback Zoom 64 EN Feature Playback Special EffectsMenu Audio track can be customized only when recorded 12-bit mode  pgSet 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg Audio DubbingAudio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects 66 ENDisplay Audio Dub Index Button SET/SELECT Button +, Button Sound ButtonInsert Editing Display Remote sensor68 EN SET REMOTE/VCR CodeYou are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing VCR Recording deckMake Connections On the connected TV70 EN Select ScenesProgram RandomAutomatic Editing to VCR Editing MenuAdjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing 72 ENFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingUsing DV cable Using USB cableSystem Connections 74 EN ReferencesWhen you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, Tape remaining indicator does not appear during interfaceIndicator appears showing the remaining time DetailsCorrective Action 76 ENSet the VIDEO/MEMORY to EN77 Troubleshooting 78 ENEN79 VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is 80 ENEN81 82 EN After UseMulti Connector Headphones are connected to this connectorConnect the editing cable when performing Video Output Connector84 EN @ # uPower Zoom Ring T/W  pg Shuttle Search Ring @ Battery Release SwitchVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Speaker Volume ControlEnindex Indications Appears when the Power Switch Is set to Appears during zooming Zoom level indicator# Appears when the focus is adjusted manually  pg Approximate zoom ratio Appears during ZoomingLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. PlaybackDisplays the battery remaining power Appears when no tape is loaded  pgCleaning cassette  pg VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VideoSwitch is set to Memory  pg VIDEO/MEMORYCard Sound is pressed during video recordingTo prevent damage and prolong service life To avoid hazardsDuring use Store cassettes92 EN About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioning94 EN TermsSound Mode  pg , 43 EN9596 EN Power requirement Video outputAudio output Input/output98 EN Helpline ThomsonThomson multimedia

HP 270 specifications

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