Table of Contents

Introduction

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . 3-4 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Display Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Preparation

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14

Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to a DVD+VCR . . 12 Basic TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Optional, Preferred TV Connections . . . . . . . 13-14

Before Operation - VCR Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17 On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Setting the On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Setting the VCR Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Before Operation - DVD Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-21

General Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-22

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Operation

Operation with tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-27 Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Special Effect Playbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 22 Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Ad JUMP (Advertisement Jump). . . . . . . . . . 22

Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Dubbing and Editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Copying from DVD to VCR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System/MTS Broadcast . . . . . 26 Tape Counter Memory Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Operation with DVD and Audio CD . . . . . . . . . 28-31

Playing DVD and Audio CD

28

 

General Features

28

 

Moving to another TITLE

28

INTRODUCTION

Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK

28

 

Slow Motion

28

 

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 29

 

Search

29

 

Random

29

 

Repeat

29

 

Repeat A-B

29

 

3D Surround

29

 

Changing the Audio Language

29

 

Changing the Audio Channel

29

 

Time Search

30

 

Zoom

30

 

Marker Search

30

 

Special DVD Features

31

 

Checking the contents of DVD Video discs: Menus . 31

 

Title Menu

31

 

Disc Menu

31

 

Camera Angle

31

 

Subtitle

31

 

Programmed Playback with Audio CD

31

 

Operation with MP3 Discs

32

 

Notes on MP3 Discs

32

 

Playing MP3 Discs

32

 

Programmed Playback with MP3 Discs

33

 

Reference

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35

Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

About the symbols for instructions

Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage.

Indicates special operating features of this unit.

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.

DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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DVC-2500 specifications

The Sanyo DVC-2500 is a versatile digital video camcorder that emerged as a notable entry in the realm of consumer-grade video recording devices. Released during the early 2000s, the DVC-2500 is recognized for delivering quality video performance paired with user-friendly features, catering to both amateur videographers and hobbyists.

One of the standout features of the Sanyo DVC-2500 is its ability to capture video in the Digital Video Cassette (DVC) format, which allows for high-quality recordings that are less susceptible to degradation than older analog formats. The camcorder supports digital video recording at a resolution of 720 x 480 pixels, providing clear and crisp visuals that enhance the viewing experience. Additionally, the DVC-2500's 3CCD technology plays a significant role in its image quality. 3CCD technology utilizes three separate image sensors to capture color information more accurately, resulting in vibrant colors and improved low-light performance.

Another key characteristic of the Sanyo DVC-2500 is its optical zoom capabilities. The camcorder features a 10x optical zoom lens, enabling users to get closer to their subjects without sacrificing image quality. Coupled with a digital zoom of up to 700x, users can achieve detailed shots from considerable distances, making it ideal for capturing both distant subjects and intricate details.

The DVC-2500 also boasts various recording formats and playback options, providing flexibility for users. It supports high-quality audio alongside its video capabilities, ensuring synchronized sound that enhances the overall viewing experience. Features like built-in image stabilization minimize the impact of shaky hands, which is especially useful for capturing dynamic action scenes or events like weddings and sporting activities.

In terms of usability, the Sanyo DVC-2500 is designed with user-friendly features including an intuitive interface and a viewfinder that allows for easy composition of shots. The camcorder is compact and lightweight, making it convenient for extended periods of use.

Overall, the Sanyo DVC-2500 stands out as a reliable and capable camcorder equipped with advanced technologies and features that cater to the needs of aspiring videographers. Its blend of quality, versatility, and ease of use makes it a memorable option in the history of portable video recording.