Sony SPK-PC4 manual

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Sports Pack

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

Gebruiksaanwijzing

SPK-PC4

Sony Corporation ©2001 Printed in Japan

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mounting shoe	model
sabot de montage	modèle
A	DCR-PC4E/PC5/PC5E
B	DCR-PC1/PC1E/PC2E/PC3/PC3E
C2	DCR-PC6E/PC9/PC9E/PC101/PC101E

B	Tripod screw plate
Mounting shoe A, C2	Plaquette à vis
Sabot de montage A, C2
Mounting shoe A, C2
Sabot de montage A, C2
Mounting shoe B	Tripod screw plate
Sabot de montage B	Plaquette à vis
Mounting shoe B
Sabot de montage B

To disassemble after using

Démontage après emploi

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English

Owner’s Record	• The useful life of the waterproof gasket
The model and serial numbers are located on	depends upon the maintenance and the
	frequency of use, but we recommend
the bottom. Record the serial number in the
	changing it once a year. To replace the
space provided below. Refer to these numbers	waterproof gasket, please consult the nearest
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer	Sony dealer. Be sure to check the water
regarding this product.	leakage after replacing the waterproof gasket.
Model No. SPK-PC4Serial No.

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1		POWER	LOCK
	VCR
	OFF (CHARGE)
	CAMERA	MEMORY
2			Use metal parts of
			shoulder belt.

Utilisez les pièces métalliques de la bandoulière.

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DInstalling the Camcorder		HWhen Shooting with the LCD
1	Set the POWER switch of the		Screen
	camcorder to OFF.	1	Open the mirror hood.
2	Attach the camera mounting shoe.	2	Open the wings and insert the
	Use the metal parts of shoulder strap as		projections into each hole.
	shown in the illustration.

For the customers in Germany	Checking for the water leakage
	after replacing the waterproof
Directive: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.	gasket
92/31/EEC
	Check for the water leakage before installing the
This equipment complies with the EMC
	camcorder.
regulations when used under the following
	Close the sports pack without installing the
circumstances:
• Residential area	camcorder, and keep the sports pack submerged
• Business district	under water at a depth of about 15 cm (6 inches)
• Light-industry district	for about 3 minutes and then check for water
(This equipment complies with the EMC	leakage.
standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)	After Recording
This mark indicates that this
	After recording in a location subject to sea
products is a genuine accessory	breezes, wash the sports pack with fresh water
for Sony video products. When	with the buckles fastened thoroughly, then wipe
purchasing Sony video	with a soft dry cloth. It is recommended that
products, Sony recommends
	you submerge the sports pack in fresh water for
that you purchase accessories
	about 30 minutes. If it is left with salt on it,
with this “GENUINE VIDEO
	metal portions may be damaged or rust may
ACCESSORIES” mark.
	form and cause water leakage. If you get suntan
	lotion or other greasy substances on your sports
Usable at the depth as low as 2 meters (6.5
	pack, wash it off with tepid water.
feet) under water.
	Clean the inside of the pack with a soft dry
For using your video camera recorder with this	cloth. Do not wash the inside of the pack. Do
	not use any type of solvent such as alcohol,
pack, refer to the operating instructions of the
	benzine or thinner for cleaning, as this might
recorder.
	damage the finish.
The splash-proof sports pack SPK-PC4 is water-
and moisture- resistant, making it possible to	Anti-fogging lens solution
use the Sony Digital Handycam camcorder such
	Coat the surface of the glass with the supplied
as DCR-PC1/PC1E/PC2E/PC3/PC3E/PC4E/
	anti-fogging lens solution. This is effective in
PC5/PC5E/PC6E/PC9/PC9E/PC101/PC101E,
in the rain or at the beach.	preventing from fogging.
	How to use the anti-fogging lens
Notice
• Before you start recording, make sure that	solution
the camcorder is working correctly and	Apply 1 or 2 drops of the liquid to the front
there is no water leakage.	glass and the glass of the eye cup and wipe
• Sony does not accept liability for damage	evenly to spread the liquid out by using swabs,
to the camcorder, battery, etc., when using	a soft cloth or tissue paper.
the sports pack or for the cost of recording
if water leakage occurs as a result of	When storing the sports pack
incorrect use.	• Attach the spacer supplied with your sports
• Before you use the camcorder, check the
	pack to prevent wear of the waterproof
waterproof gasket for any sand or dirt and
	gasket. (See illustration M.)
to make sure that it is not loose or that
	• Prevent dust from collecting on the
nothing is wedged in the gasket. Water
	waterproof gasket.

3Attach the reflex prevention ring.

Attaching this ring to a certain extent prevents reflection of the lens ring section of the camcorder in the front glass.

4Check the POWER switch of the sports pack is set to OFF.5Release the buckle.

1Slide the unlock button in the direction of the arrow, and release the buckle.

2Open the side body.

The black rubber part is a spacer. Keep the spacer since you will need it to store the unit.

6Preparing the sports pack1 Grease the waterproof gasket.

Check there are no dust, sand or cracks on the waterproof gasket or the surface where it touches, and grease them slightly.

Closing the lid with sand or dust attached to it may scratch the lid and

allow water to enter.

2Coat the front glass with anti-fogging lens solution.

The inside surface of the glass on the front of the sports pack becomes foggy. So, be sure to coat the surface of the glass with the supplied anti-fogging lens solution.

7Connect the remote control plug to LANC (remote) jack sliding the camera mounting shoe a short way into the sports pack (1), and the microphone plug to MIC (plug in power) jack (2).

8Install the camcorder.

Check the lens and the LCD screen is clean before installing the camcorder.

Push the camera mounting shoe until it clicks.

9Close the side body.

Secure the side body, and fasten the buckle until it clicks.

To close the mirror hood

Close the lower wing first.

Notes

•When opening the LCD panel, the picture does not appear in the viewfinder. (DCR- PC3/PC3E/PC5/PC5E only)

•Do not hold the mirror hood directly for shooting.

•A part of the LCD screen may be covered with the unit depending on the camcorder.

IRecording a Still Picture

You can record a still picture like a photograph.

1Turn the POWER switch to CAMERA.2Press PHOTO button.

The still picture is recorded.

Notes

•You cannot check the still pictures by pressing PHOTO button of the sports pack lightly.

•While using the sports pack, you can not use NightShot function.

•Some video camera recorders have only the tape photo recording function.

JPlaying Back with the Remote Commander

You can play back pictures on the LCD screen, using the Remote Commander (supplied with your camcorder).

1Set the mirror hood.

See “HWhen Shooting with the LCD Screen”.

2Turn the POWER switch to PLAYER.3Press NPLAY on the remote.

Use the remote commander for all other functions including STOP, REW and FF.

Note

The picture on the mirror looks turned sideways.

leakage will occur if the camcorder is used	• Avoid storing the sports pack in a cold, very
in these states.
	hot or humid place, or together with
	naphthalene or camphor, as these conditions
	might damage the unit.

Notes

• You cannot change the battery pack after

attaching the mounting shoe (DCR-PC1/

PC1E/PC2E/PC3/PC3E only).

• Fold the grip strap as illustrated, and attach

KRemoving the Camcorder

Before opening the sports pack, wipe moisture off the sports pack and yourself. Do not allow water on the camcorder.

Precaution

•Do not subject the front glass to strong shock, as it may crack.

•Avoid opening the sports pack in the sea or at the beach. Preparation such as installing and changing a cassette tape should be done in a place with low humidity and no salty air.

•Do not throw the sports pack into the water.

•Avoid using the sports pack under the following situations:

–in a very hot or humid place.

–in water hotter than 40˚C (104˚F).

–at temperatures lower than 0˚C.

In these situations moisture condensation or water leakage may occur and damage the equipment.

•Use the sports pack for no longer than one hour at a time in temperatures above 35˚C (95˚F).

•Do not leave the sports pack under direct sunlight for a long period of time. If you cannot avoid leaving the sports pack under direct sunlight, be sure to cover the pack with a towel or other protection.

Before You Begin

To make sure that you do not miss good shooting opportunities, go over the following checklist before installing your camcorder into the sports pack.

Specifications

MaterialPlastic (PC, ABS), glassWaterproofWaterproof gasket, buckleAvailable operations with the unit attached•Turning on/off the POWER switch when recording or playing back•Recording a still image on a tape•ZoomingBuilt-in microphoneStereoDimensionApprox. 150 ⋅ 170 ⋅ 110 mm (w/h/d)MassApprox. 550 g (only sports pack)Supplied accessories Shoulder strap (1) Camera mounting shoe

A(1)/B(1)/C2 (1)

Tripod screw plate (1, pre-installed on the camera mounting shoe C2)Reflex prevention ring (1) Grease (1)Anti-fogging lens solution (1) Operating Instructions (1)

the camera mounting shoe. (See illustration

D–2.) (DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC6E/PC9/PC9E

only)

• Do not tighten the reflex prevention ring too

rightly. This may maker it harder for you to

remove the reflex prevention ring.

• When closing the side body, be careful not to

pinch the cable. Otherwise, these parts may be

damaged or water may leak in.

When using DCR-PC1/PC1E/PC3/PC3E/

PC5/PC5E, fit the jack cover rightly to S video

jack before installing the camcorder.

Otherwise, the jack cover may rotate and be

pinched.

EHow to place the connecting

cord

If the connecting cord is not placed correctly when closing the side body, water leakage may occur. Place the cord correctly. (See illustration E.)

FPreparing the Sports Pack

1Adjust the grip strap.

Holding the sports pack so that the tips of your finger can easily touch the POWER switch, START/STOP button and ZOOM button, pull the strap to adjust its length.

2Attach the shoulder strap.

The Sony mark should be on the outside.

1Set the POWER switch to OFF.2Release the buckle and open the side body, with mirror hood side up.

Close the mirror hood firmly before performing the step above.

3Take out the camcorder and disconnect the plugs.

1Unlock the camera mounting shoe by picking up the knob.

2Take out the camcorder.

3Disconnect the remote control plug and the MIC plug.

After removing the camcorder, put the plugs in the plug holder inside of the sports pack.

4Detach the camera mounting shoe and the reflex prevention ring.

After using the camera mounting shoe, attach it to the sports pack.

Notes

•Be sure to disconnect the plugs before taking out the camcorder. Otherwise, the plugs may be damaged.

•If sun oil is on the sports pack, be sure to wash it off thoroughly using lukewarm water. If the sports pack is left with sun oil on its body, the surface of the sports pack may become discolored or damaged.

•After using the sports pack, read Maintenance and Precautions for storing.

Note

When recording with this pack, we recommend you to use the battery pack of larger capacity. However, you cannot use the battery pack NP- FM90/FM91.

Battery pack	Fully charged.
Cassette tape	• The tape length will cover
	the planned recording time.
	• The tape is wound to the
	point where you want to
	start recording.
	• The safety tab on the
	cassette is in the correct
	position. (The red portion is
	not visible.)
Waterproof	• No scratches or cracks. No
gasket	dust, sand or hair around
	the gasket.
	• Correctly set in the groove.
	(See “Note on the
	Waterproof gasket” for
	details.)

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Preparing

For details, please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

ASelecting the Camera

Mounting Shoe

You have a choice of three types of camera mounting shoe, depending on the location of the screw hole for attaching the camera mounting shoe of your camcorder.

BPreparing the Camera

Mounting Shoe

Align the tripod screw plate to the notch of the mounting shoe A,B or C2.

The tripod screw plate is pre-installed on the camera mounting shoe A.

Using the Sports Pack

GRecording

1Turn the POWER switch to CAMERA.

2Press START/STOP button to start recording.To finish recording

Press START/STOP button then turn the POWER switch to OFF.

To stop recording

Press START/STOP. Press it again to resume recording.

Zooming

Press ZOOM.

•Keep the W side pressed for wide-angle.

•Keep the T side pressed for telephoto. Press it gently for a relatively slow zoom.

Notes on recording

• If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or

more with a cassette inserted in Standby mode,

Maintenance and

Precautions

Water Leakage

If water happens to leak in, stop exposing the sports pack to water immediately.

If the camcorder gets wet, take it to the nearest Sony service facility immediately.

Notes on the Waterproof Gasket

•Check that there are no scratches or cracks on the waterproof gasket as they may allow water to leak in. If there are scratches or cracks, replace the damaged waterproof gasket with a new one.

Do not remove the waterproof gasket with a metal tool or a tool with a sharp point.

•Remove foreign materials such as dust, sand or hair from the waterproof gasket, the groove and from any surface the gasket touches.

If the body is closed with such materials present, these areas may be damaged and water may leak in.

•After checking that there are no cracks or dust on the waterproof gasket, coat it slightly with the supplied grease using your finger. This will prevent wearing.

While applying the grease, recheck for cracks or dust.

Never use cloth or paper for greasing as the fibers may cling.

Do not use any type of grease other than that supplied, as it may damage the waterproof gasket.

•Put the waterproof gasket in the grooves evenly, with the tapering side up. Never twist it. (See illustration L.)

CPreparing the Camcorder

For details, please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

1Remove the shoulder strap, lens cap, filter or conversion lens from the camcorder.

2Install the battery pack.

Be sure to use a fully charged battery pack.

3Insert the cassette tape.

4When shooting with the LCD screen, turn the LCD panel over and move back to the camcorder with the LCD screen facing out.

5Set all the adjustments of the camcorder to automatic mode.6Set the FOCUS switch to AUTO.7Set the finder power save function to OFF in the menu.8Set the START/STOP MODE switch to

.

9When shooting with the viewfinder, pull out the viewfinder to its fullest.

When the viewfinder is not pulled out until it clicks, the picture does not appear in the viewfinder even if the LCD panel is closed. (DCR-PC1/PC1E/PC2E/PC3/PC3E/PC4E/ PC5/PC5E only)

10When your video camera recorder has the Nightshot function, set it to OFF.

the camcorder goes off automatically. This

prevents battery and tape wear. To resume

Standby mode, turn the POWER switch to OFF

and then turn it to CAMERA again.

• During recording when the LCD screen is

facing out, the counter does not appear.

• The POWER switch of the sports pack has

priority over the POWER switch of the

camcorder.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Cause	Corrective Actions
The sound is not	The microphone plug is not	Connect it to MIC (plug in power)
recorded.	connected.	jack on the camcorder.
There are drops of	• The buckles are not fastened.	• Fasten the buckles until they
water inside of the		click.
sports pack.	• The waterproof gasket is not set	• Put the gasket in the groove
	correctly .	evenly.
	• There are scratches or cracks on	• Replace the gasket with a new
	the waterproof gasket.	one.
The recording and	• The battery pack is run out.	• Charge the battery pack fully.
playing back function	• The tape has run out.	• Rewind the tape or use a new
does not work.		one.
	• The safety tab on the cassette is	• Slide the safety tab or install a
	set to unrecordable position.	new cassette tape.