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Camcorder
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
CC6254
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Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of electric WARNING shock, do not remove cover (or To reduce the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK back). No user serviceable parts risk of fire or DO NOT OPEN inside. Refer servicing to qualified electric shock, do service personnel. not expose this product or AC This symbol This symbol indicates charger to rain or indicates "dangerous voltage" moisture. important inside the product that instructions presents a risk of accompanying the electric shock or pro
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Parts Checklist ......................................................................................... 6 Buttons and Controls ............................................................................. 7 Getting Started ....................................................................................... 9 Unpack the camcorder and accessories .......................................... 9 Adjust the hand strap ..............
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Table of Contents Chapter 2: Using the Viewfinder Seeing What You Are Recording ......................................................... 26 Using the Viewfinder ..................................................................... 26 On-screen Icons..................................................................................... 27 Warning Icons ................................................................................. 27 Recording and Playback Icons .................................
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Table of Contents Chapter 5: Advanced Features Using the Menus For Advanced Adjustment...................................... 56 Menu Definitions .................................................................................. 57 Camera Menu ................................................................................. 57 System Menu .................................................................................. 57 System Menu (continued) ..................................................
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Table of Contents Tape Care and Storage ................................................................... 82 Things to Avoid .............................................................................. 83 Traveling Tips ........................................................................................ 83 Specifications ........................................................................................ 84 Customer Assistance and Service .............................................
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Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Parts Checklist • Buttons and Controls • Getting Started • Powering the Camcorder • Using the Shoulder Strap • Setting the Date and Time • Setting the Tape Recording Speed • Setting the Tape Length Changing Entertainment. Again. 5
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COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON CHD AS RC GE VIR DE EFO RESH EJECT (DS D CIG IN IT/A OL UT) STEADY PIX/TBC + + /TRACKIN M GE NU 5 SEC. REC VOL Connections & Setup Parts Checklist Make sure the box includes the items shown here: Camcorder AC power supply Battery pack Part # 250814 Part # 244427 (FB1260) Cassette tape adapter AA battery for Lens cap Shoulder strap Part # ACS091 Part # 244270 cassette tape Part # 251624 adapter Caution Never use the power supply for any pur
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COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON CHARGE DSC VIDEO REFRESH EJECT STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M F ADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT DIGITAL (DSC IN/OUT) STEADY PIX/TBC + + MENU /TRACKING 5 SEC. REC VOL Connections & Setup Buttons and Controls MENU/ 5 SEC. REC Power Zoom Viewfinder TRACKING button dial STEADY PIX™ button Audio/Video jacks Power switch BATTERY Recording RELEASE Start/Stop switch button Eyepiece focus control Microphone Hand strap Chapter 1 7 MENU/ 5 SEC. REC VOL TRACKING
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STOP R RETAKE F Connections & Setup Playback CHARGE buttons indicator POWER indicator STOP R RETAKE F EJECT switch COUNTER R/M and P.AE DIGIFECT REFRESH button FADE/WIDE button button button Shoulder strap eyelets Area marked CLOSE Tripod mounting sockets Camcorder bottom view 8 Chapter 1 COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT CHARGE VIDEO REFRESH EJECT COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT CHARGE POWER REFRESH EJECT
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Connections & Setup Getting Started This section describes the basics on how to set up your camcorder to record for the first time. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Unpack the camcorder and accessories • The items shown are packed with the camcorder. If any pieces are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. • Remove the plastic film that covers the front and side logos on the camcorder. Use your fingernail, not anything sharp, to remove.
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STOP STOP R RETAKE F R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT Connections & Setup Adjust the hand strap 1. Lift the flap on the hand strap and separate the Velcro strip. 2. Insert your hand so your fingers can comfortably reach the buttons. 3. Adjust the strap to fit snugly. 4. Refasten the strap, and fold the flap back down. Attach the lens cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. 10 Chapter
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT Connections & Setup 2 AC power supply 1 DC IN jack Attach the power supply Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, you need to use an AC outlet to power the camcorder. 1. Plug the small end of the power supply into the DC IN jack on the camcorder. 2. Plug the other end of the power supply into a working AC outlet. Chapter 1 11 MENU/ 5 SEC. REC VOL TRACKING + + STEADY PIX/TBC M A F F O Y A L P
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT M A Connections & Setup Turn on the camcorder Set the Power switch to the desired setting, either automatic ( A) or manual ( M) record mode, powered off (OFF), or in playback mode ( ). The POWER indicator comes on when the camcorder is turned on. Automatic recording A places the camcorder into AutoShot™ mode. Focus, exposure, iris control, white balance, and the video light are controlled by the camcorder during automatic recording. M Manual r
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STOP R RETAKE F Connections & Setup Insert a cassette tape 1. Make sure the camcorder is connected to a power supply. 2. Adjust the viewfinder. A 3. With the camcorder set to (automatic STOP R RETAKE F record), slide the EJECT switch until the cassette tape holder opens. Don’t force the camcorder open. 4. Insert a tape with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. Notes: • Make sure the tape is not slack when EJECT switch loading the cassette tape. If there is any slack, turn th
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT M A Connections & Setup Viewfinder Eyepiece focus Use the viewfinder to see what’s control recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 3. Adjust the viewfinder to a comfortable position. 4. Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision. Start recording 1. Remove the lens cap. A 2. Set the Power switch to (automatic record). (The POWER indicator comes on.) Power switch 3. Press and release the Recording Start/Stop
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Connections & Setup STOP R RETAKE F Play your recording 1. Set the Power switch to . (The POWER indicator comes on.) 2. Press the Rewind button to reverse the tape to the beginning. When rewound completely, the camcorder automatically stops. Playback buttons on top of the camcorder include: 3. Press the Play/Pause button to start / playback. View the recording using the Stop ( ), viewfinder. Rewind ( ) Play/Pause ( / ) 4. Press the Stop button when finished playing Fast Forward ( ). the tape.
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT M A Connections & Setup Powering the Camcorder You can power your camcorder with a battery or AC power. Charging the Battery 1. Set the Power switch to OFF. DC IN 2. Make sure the battery is attached to the jack camcorder. Hook the top end of the battery to the camcorder and push the battery in until it locks in place. Power switch Important: If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur. 3. Plug the small end
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Connections & Setup Removing the Battery Slide the BATTERY RELEASE switch and pull out the battery pack. Refreshing the Battery If you charge a battery before it has been fully discharged, the battery’s capacity may be reduced over time. We recommend you discharge or “refresh” your battery before recharging it. Approximate charging time Battery Charging Time FB1260 approx. 90 min. Approximate recording time (in minutes) Battery Viewfinder on FB1260 100 Note: Recording time is reduced significant
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STOP R RETAKE COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT Connections & Setup 1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Charging the Battery” (see page 16). 2. Press and hold the REFRESH button for 2 seconds. (The REFRESH indicator blinks. When the battery has been refreshed, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE indicator blinks.) Notes: • If you store a partially charged battery for a long period of time, its BATTERY performance is reduced. RELEASE switch • During charging or discharging, the camcorder can’t be
