Using with an analog video unit and a PC
– Signal convert function
You can convert the analog input signal to the digital signal and output it from the DV IN/OUT jack on this camcorder. You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connecting a PC which has the i.LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder.
S VIDEO
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OUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
DV connecting cable (not supplied)
: Signal flow
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(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select A/V t DV OUT, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(6) Press MENU to erase the menu display.
(7) Start playback on the analog video unit slightly ahead of the point from which you want to start capturing images.
(8) Start capturing procedures on your PC. The operation procedures depend on your PC and the software which you use.
For details on how to capture images, refer to the instruction manual of your PC and your software.
After capturing images and sound
Stop capturing procedures on your PC, and stop the playback on the analog video unit.
Notes
•When you edit the captured image and sound from the analog video unit by a PC, you need to install an appropriate software which can exchange video signals between the camcorder and a PC.
•Depending on the condition of the analog video signals, the PC may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog video unit, the image may contain noise or incorrect colors.
•The camcorder cannot output the digital signal when you input the analog signal that includes a copyright protection signal.