IMPORTANT NOTICE Please make a note of the corrections to this manual's Assistance section listed above the Table of Contents on page 1. For Camcorder Exchange Warranty information, see pages 66-67. For Camcorder Customer Service information, see page 65. For Camcorder Accessories information, see pages 51-57. We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. We regret any inconvenience this may cause. 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CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. A U O I N ATTENTION CT CAURISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE TION NE PAS OUVRIR This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Cautions Safety Information CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond. To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed. Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here. Record the serial number and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder. Model No: Serial No: Purchase Date: Purchased From: _______________________________ CC4352 _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________ i Assistance We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty...........800-283-6503 (pages 74-75) Customer Service...................................800-336-1900 (page 73) Accessories............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 59-62) Table of Contents Safety Information ............................. ii First Time Operation ......................... 3 Assistance ....................................... 3 Unpacking the Camcorder and Accessories .................................. 3 Adapter/Charger ...................... 12 Attaching ............................. 12 Removing ............................. 12 Powering Your Camcorder .. 12 Using the Battery ..................... 13 Charging .............................. 13 Attaching ............................. 14 Removing ............................. 14 Battery Level Indicator ........ 15 Battery Care ......................... 16 Battery Storage .................... 16 Battery Safety Precautions ... 16 Care and Storage .................. 16 Safety Precautions ............... 16 Car Cord Adapter .................... 17 Using Videocassettes ........................ 18 Erase Protection ­ Safety Tab ....... 18 Recording and Playback Speed and Times .................................. 18 Insert and Remove Cassettes ........ 19 Cassette Care and Storage ............. 19 Setting the Time and Date ............. 20 To Correct the Date or Time .... 20 Charging the Built-in Clock Battery ....................... 21 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays ..................................... 21 Recording Time and Date ............. 21 AUTO Date ............................. 21 Auto TITLE ............................. 21 Date ......................................... 21 Selecting Display .......................... 21 Recording ......................................... 22 Using the LCD Monitor ................ 22 Using the Viewfinder .................... 23 Eyepiece Focus Control .......... 23 Adjusting the Viewfinder ........ 23 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays ..................................... 24 AE:60 (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed ....................... 24 Battery Level Indicator............ 24 Digital Effects (ZM:2) ............. 24 Fade Indicator .......................... 24 INDEX Indicator ..................... 25 Status Displays ........................ 25 1 Table of Contents Tape Counter with Memory Stop ....................... 25 Tape Warnings (TAPE, NO TAPE, and TAPE END) 25 Time and Date Display ............ 25 Tape-Remaining Indicator ....... 25 Zoom Indicators ...................... 25 DISPLAY Button .......................... 26 Microphone ................................... 26 Quick Review Feature ................... 26 Auto Shot Feature ......................... 27 Auto Focus .................................... 27 Macro Focus .................................. 27 Tape-Remaining Display ............... 27 Electronic Indexing ....................... 28 Zooming ........................................ 29 Using the Zoom Buttons ......... 29 Zoom Level Indicator in LCD Monitor or Viewfinder 29 Using the Instant Zoom Button (INST. ZOOM) ..................... 29 Instant Zoom Display in LCD Monitor or Viewfinder 29 I. ZOOM .................................. 29 Digital Effects ............................... 30 Selecting a Digital Effect ........ 30 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays ................................ 30 16X9 Mode .............................. 31 16X9 Display in LCD Monitor or Viewfinder 31 Negative Mode ........................ 32 Digital Zooming ...................... 32 Mosaic Mode ........................... 33 Mirror Mode ............................ 33 Fading In and Out of Scenes ......... 34 Selecting a Type of Fade ......... 34 Fade In ..................................... 35 Fade Out .................................. 35 2 Tape Counter ................................. 36 Using the Memory-Stop Feature ... 36 Camera Edit Feature ..................... 37 Creating a Title .............................. 39 Correcting an Error .................. 39 Chart of Characters .................. 39 Recording a Title ..................... 40 Recording Tips .............................. 41 Travel Tips .................................... 41 To Play Back a Tape ........................ 43 Playback Features ........................ 44 Tape Positioning ...................... 44 Visual Searching ...................... 44 Stop-Action Pause ................... 44 Playback on a TV/VCR with A/V jacks .............................. 46 Playback Operation ....................... 47 Copying Tapes on Your VCR ........ 47 Viewing What the Camcrder is Seeing .................................... 47 Playback Operation ....................... 49 Normal TV Viewing ...................... 49 Troubleshooting ............................... 58 Cleaning the Camcorder ............... 62 Cleaning the Lens .................... 62 Clean the LCD Monitor ........... 62 Cleaning the Viewfinder .......... 62 Proper Care and Storage .......... 63 Things to Avoid ............................. 63 Specifications ................................ 64 Customer Assistance and Service ... 65 Warranty Information .................... 66 Product Registration ....................... 67 Index ................................................. 68 First Time Operation First-Time Operation This section describes the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty...............800-283-6503 Customer Service................................... 800-336-1900 First Time Operation Accessories............................................. 800-338-0376 Assistance Unpacking the Camcorder and Accessories 1. Unpacking the Camcorder and Accessories. · Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder. · The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. WARNING: LEAD-ACID BATTERY. MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. Rechargeable 10-Volt Battery Stock No. EP096FS Model CC4352 Shoulder Strap Stock No. 227327 or Stock No. 241305 POW ER CHA RGE AC Adapter/Charger: Stock No. 241044 DC Cable: Stock No. 233328 Caution: Do not use this adapter/ charger for any purpose other than charging the EP096FS or EP096FL battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder. (continued on next page) 3 First-Time Operation 2. Attaching the Adapter and Charger. To AC 120V, 50/60 Hz POWE R CHAR GE DC OUTPUT Jack Adapter/ Charger DC Cable DC IN 9.6V Jack Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder. 1. Attach one end of the adapter/ charger's DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack on the side of the adapter/charger. 2. Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9.6V jack on the camcorder. 3. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into an operating outlet. 4. Details are on page 12. 3. Adjusting the Handstrap, Removing the Lens Cap, and Attaching it to the Camcorder. POWE R CHAR GE Lens Cap on Handstrap Handstrap 1. Open the handstrap, insert your hand, and adjust the handstrap to fit your hand. 4 2. Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap as shown. First-Time Operation 4. Inserting a Tape. STOP/EJECT Button Safety Tab Tape Windows Cassette Holder Cassette Door Press Here to Close 1. Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette compartment. 2. Insert the cassette with the safety tab facing up and the tape windows facing out. 3. Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place, and close the cassette compartment door. 4. Details are on page 19. 5. Turning on the Camcorder. CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch Note: If you want the date and time displayed on your recordings, you must set it. See Date and Time Display on pages 20-21. · Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA. The camcorder enters recordpause. · The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record (CAMERA), turn the power off (OFF), or play back tapes (VCR). · The camcorder automatically turns off if it remains in recordpause for five minutes. Place the switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. (continued on next page) 5 First-Time Operation Electronic Viewfinder (Grasp here to move.) Eyepiece Eyepiece Focus Control OPEN Button Bright Control Shoulder Extension Pad LCD Monitor 6. Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What's Recording. You can watch what you're recording on the LCD monitor or in the black-andwhite viewfinder. When you open the LCD monitor more than 45º, the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you close the LCD monitor, the viewfinder automatically turns on. When you extend the LCD monitor 90º and rotate it all the way around (screen side facing toward the person you're recording), both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor show what's being recorded. Use the LCD Monitor 1. Unfold the shoulder extension pad. 2. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor. Make sure the monitor is open at least 45º. The viewfinder automatically turns off. 3. Rotate the monitor around only when it is open 90º. When you rotate the monitor 90º or more, the image becomes a mirror image and the viewfinder turns on. 4. To adjust the brightness of the image in the monitor, turn the bright control. 5. Fit the shoulder extension pad to your shoulder for convenient viewing using the LCD monitor. 6 Use the Viewfinder 1. Make sure the monitor is closed and locked. If the monitor is open more than 45º, the viewfinder automatically turns off. 2. Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it horizontally. 3. Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate the eyepiece into a comfortable viewing position. Caution: Pulling on the eye ...