2:Card Photoshot Playback images do not look normal.

2:The picture may be damaged. In order to prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a Cassette or a personal computer is recommended. (l32,37,47)

3:During Playback the [t] Indication is displayed.

3:The image was either recorded in a different format, or data is damaged.

4:Even if a Card is formatted, itcannotbe used.

4:Either the Movie Camera or the Card may be damaged. Please consult a dealer.

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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 Movie Camera employs a digital system for recording image and sound data, it is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog recording system.

The size and shape of the Cassette are also different.

Compatibility with OutputSignals

Because AV signal output from the AV signal output socket is analog (the same as conventional video systems), this Movie Camera can be connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for playback.

ªFocusAutoFocus Adjustment

The Auto Focus System automatically moves forward and backward the focusing lens inside the Movie Camera to bring the subject into focus so that the subject can be seen clearly. However, the Auto Focus System does not function properly for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions.

Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.

1)Recordingasubjectwhoseoneendislocatedcloserto theMovieCameraandtheotherendfartherawayfromit

≥Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at the centre 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 Movie Camera cannot focus correctly.

4)Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects

≥Because the Movie Camera 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 fast-moving subject.

6) Recording a subject with little contrast ≥Because the Movie Camera achieves focus based

upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry.

ªTime Code

Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (25 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 sub-code at each recording.

≥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 (l17) or the Blank Search Function (l27) before recording a new scene.

ªMemory Stop Function

The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a desired position1Set [DISPLAYSETUP] >>[C.DISPLAY]>> [MEMORY].

2Reset the TapeCounter to zero at thetape position fromwhichyouwant toplay itback later.(l7, 13)

3Start playback or recording.

4After playback or recording has finished: Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switchandset the Movie Camerato VCR Mode.

≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up.

5Rewind thetape.

≥The tape automatically stops approximately at the position where the counter was set to zero.

Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing

1Set [DISPLAYSETUP] >>[C.DISPLAY]>> [MEMORY].

2Reset the TapeCounter to zero at theposition whereyou wantto stop editing.3Play backthestillpicture whereyou wantto start audiodubbing.4Start audio dubbing.(l30)

≥Audio dubbing automatically stops at the position where the counter was set to zero.

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