Getting Started

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Slide the EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. The cassette door opens automatically. Remove the cassette.

Protecting Recorded Material

Protect 8mm cassettes from accidental erasure by sliding the tab on the side of the cassette towards the opposite side until the tab is completely visible. Slide the tab in the opposite direction, until the tab disappears, to record on the cassette again.

Attaching the Optional DC Camera Light

You can use the DC camera light to light subjects in darkened areas or correct unflattering shadows. Use the camera light wisely as it greatly reduces the time you may use a charged battery.

NEVER TOUCH THE DC CAMERA

LIGHT TERMINAL WHEN

THE CAMERA/RECORDER IS TURNED ON TO

AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK.

1.Slide the CAMERA/OFF/VIDEO switch to OFF.

2.Connect a fully charged batteries or the AC adapter/charger ("Loading Batteries; Camera/Recorder Battery" p 14, "Using Alternative Power Sources" p 15).

3.Slide the DC camera light onto the DC camera light shoe with the camera light lens facing the same direction as the camera/recorder's lens.

4.Hold down the red button on the CAMERA/OFF/VIDEO switch while sliding it to CAM.

5.Press the operate button on the DC camera light to turn it on and off.

Notes when using the DC camera light:

lKeep the DC camera light away from splashing or dripping water.

lNever cover the DC camera light with paper, plastic or other object as the cooling vents may become blocked possibly causing the camera light to overheat.

lNever use the DC camera light in the vicinity of explosive or highly flammable materials.

lAlways allow the DC camera light to cool fully before storing.

lThe DC camera light becomes very hot during use of the camera light or immediately after use. Be careful that your hand or hair does not touch them.

lWhen the DC camera light is on, avoid subjecting the camera light to impacts or sharp vibrations.

lIf the DC camera light is turned on and off during recording, there could be noise in the picture. Watch the battery charge indicator especially when using a battery as the power source.

lWhen the DC camera light is used, the operation time of the camera/recorder when a fully-charged battery pack is attached is halved.

Removing the DC Camera Light

Depress the light to release the tab from the hook and then move the light in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure.

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