Pentax MOVIE 8 User manual

8mm
VIDEO
CAM
ERA/RECORDER
-
море.
PV-C909A
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
—
PENTAX
МОШЕ
El

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN Д
CAUTION:
TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK).
NO
USER
—
SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER
SERVICING
TO
QUALIFIED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
PREVENT
BLADE
EXPOSURE.
This
digital
apparatus
does
not
exceed
the
CI
MOISTURE
Moisture
may
occur
if
the
video
camera/recorder
is
moved
from
a
cold
area
to
a
warm
humid
area.
A
flashing
“POWER”
light
indicates
that
moisture
is
on
the
recorder
mechanism,
which
could
result
in
tape
damage.
When
the
"POWER"
light
is
flashing
the
unit
will
not
operate.
When
this
happens,
slide
the
“EJECT”
switch,
remove
the
tape,
and
wait
for
the
moisture
to
dry
.....
the
“POWER”
indicator
will
stop
flashing.
PRECAUTIONS
Any
problems
that
occur
as
a
result
of
any
of
the
follow-
ing
conditions
will
not
be
covered
by
our
warranty.
Ш
No
water,
dust
or
sand
Be
careful
that
no
water,
dust
or
sand
enters
the
camera/recorder.
@
The
solid-state
image
sensor
is
basically
immune
to
direct
sunlight
or
excessively
bright
objects,
but,
avoid
prolonged
exposure.
Ш
When
you
аге
not
using
the
camera/recorder,
switch
off
the
power
and
attach
the
lens
cap.
Ш
When
you
shoot
at
a
scene
which
contains
an
ex-
tremely
bright
object
such
as
the
sun
or
a
light
Source,
a
bright
vertical
bar
may
appear
in
the
picture.
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WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SH
EXPOSE
THIS
UNIT
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
TO
PREVENT
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO
NOT
USE
THIS
(POLARIZED)
PLUG
WITH
AN
EXTENSION
CORD,
RECEPTACLE
OR
OTHER
OUTLET
UNLESS
THE
BLADES
CAN
BE
FULLY
INSERTED
TO
ass
B
limits
for
radio
noise
emissions
from
digital
acoaratus
set
out
in
the
Radio
Interference
regulations
of
the
Canadian
Department
of
Communications.
OCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
This
symbol
warns
the
user
Tat
uninsulatæ=
voltage
within
the
unit
may
have
sufficien-
magnitude
==
cause
electric
shock.
Therefore,
it
is
dangerous
to
make
алу
kind
of
con-
tact
with
anv
inside
part
of
175
unit.
This
symboi
alerts
the
user
at
importart
itterature
con-
ceming
the
operation
and
mamtenance
zr
mis
unit
has
been
included.
Therefore,
т
Should
be
"ma
carefully
in
order
to
avoid
any
problems.
Your
camera/recorder
is
functioning
sroperly,
but
the
solid-state
pickup
device
(C.C.D)
usually
causes
this
as
an
inherent
characteristic.
Try
t
avoid
shoot-
ing
an
excessive
bright
obiect
directly.
Be
sure
not
to
leave
it
in
a
place
where
the
temperature
exceeds
120°F,
or
the
рісіє
о
device
may
be damaged.
Dangerous
includes:
*
Inside
a
car
with
the
wincows
closec
and
in
direct
sunshine.
*
Near
heating
appliances.
Do
not
leave
the
viewfinder
lens
facirc
sunlight
for
a
prolonged
period,
or
the
phosphoresce-1
surface
of
the
cathode
ray
tube
may
be
damagec_

Congratulations
on
buying
the
El
video
camera/recorder.
For
maximum
pleasure
and
convenience
ріеаѕе
read
these
simple
instructions
before
operating
your
camera/recorder.
WARNING:
Many
television
programs
and
films
are
copyrighted.
In
certain
circumstances,
copyright
law
may
apply
to
private
in-home
video
taping
of
copyrighted
materials.
FEATURES
Solid-state camera pickup
Program AE (Auto Exposure)
Auto
Focus
Power
Zoom
Lens
with
macro
feature
High
speed
shutter
Interval and one-shot recording
ACCESSORIES
Check
to
make
sure
you
have
the
following
components
and
accessories
(besides
the
camera
/recorder
unit
itself)
before
disposing
of
the
packing
material.
. AV Output Cable
. Battery Pack PV-BT901
.
AC
Adapter/Charger
PV-A909A
. RF Converter Unit PV-RF909A
.
75-ohm
Coaxial
Cable
with
Antenna
Adapter
.
Antenna
Adapter
(300-ohm
to
75-ohm)
.
Shoulder
Strap
. Battery for Clock/Date
. AC Plug Adapter
. AC Adapter Cable
. AV Input Cable
. 8mm Video Tape P6-60
Flying Erase Head
Audio/Video dub
Time and date
Titler
WARNING: «әзер this
battery awew from
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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
In
addition
to
the
careful
anention
devoted
to
quality
standards
in
the
manufacture
of
your
video
Product.
safety
5
=
—auor
factor
іп
the
design
of
every
instrumera.
But.
safety
is
your
responsibility
too.
This
page
lists
important
miormation
that
will
help
to
assure
your
enjoyment
and
proper
use
of
a
Video
Camera/Aec
and
accessory
equipment.
Please
read
n
carefully
before
operating
your
video
product
and
keep
it
in
а
handy
place
for
future
-ererance
INSTALLATION
1 Read and Follow Instructions—All the safety and operat-
ing instructions Should be read before the video product
is operated. Follow ай operating and use instructions.
2 Retain Instructions—The safety and operaung instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings—Comply with all warnings on the video
product and in the operating instructions.
4 Polarized Plug—This video product is equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade
wider
than
the
other).
This
plug
will
fit
into
the
power
outlet
only one way. This is safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
Plug
fully
into
the
outlet.
try
reversing
the
plug.
if
the
plug
should
still fail to fit. contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. To prevent electnc shock do not use this polarized plug
with an extension cord. receptacle or
other outlet unless the 5ades сап be
fully inserted without blage exposure. If
you need an extension, use a polanzed
cord.
5 Power Sources—' his video product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For
video
products
intended
to
operate
from
battery
power,
or
other
Sources, refer to the operanng instructions.
6 Overtoading—Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords
as
this
can
result
in
a
risk
of
fire
or
electric
shock.
Overloaded
AC
outlets
and
extension
cords
are
dangerous,
and
SO
are
frayed
power
corcs.
damaged
or
cracked
wire
insulation
and
broken
plugs.
They
may
result
in
a
shock
or
fire
hazard.
Penodicalty
examine
the
cord
and
have
it
replaced
by
your
service
technician
if
appearance
ngicates
damage
or
deteriorated
insu-
lation.
Е4
7
Power-Cord
Protection—©swer-suzcr.
=отсѕ
should
be
routed
so
that
they
are
not
likely
to
зе
лайга
on
or
pinched
by
items
placed
upon
or
against
tnem.
paying
zaticular
attention
to
cords
at
plugs.
convenience
receptactes.
ze
me
point
where
they
exit
from
the
appliance.
8
Ventilation—Siots
and
openings
in
me
сашпе!
are
pro-
vided
for
ventilation
to
ensure
reliable
aoe-anon
of
the
video
product
and
to
protect
it
from
Overneating.
es
openings
must
not
be
blocked
or
covered.
The
openings
shou
ever
be
Diocked
by
placing
the
video
product
on
a
ded,
sofa.
xz.
or
other
similar
surface.
This
video
product
should
never
be
2aced
near
or
over
a
radiator
or
heat
register.
This
video
pocu
should
not
be
placed
in
a
built-in
installation
sucn
as
a
Doc«-zxe
or
rack
unless
proper
ventilation
is
provided
or
the
video
огос
х:
manufacturer
s
instructions
have
been
followed.
9
Attachments—Do
not
use
апастг-е-пе
unless
rec-
ommended
by
the
video
product
manufaczurer
as
they
may
cause
hazards.
Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerire xperated equip-
ment
or
accessories
connected
to
this
unit
sose
Dear
the
UL
hst-
ing
mark
or
CSA
certrfication
mark
on
the
accessory
itself
and
Should
not
have
been
modified
so
as
to
defear
Ye
safety
features.
This
will
help
avoid
any
potential
hazara
for
secme
shock
or
fire. 1f in doubt, contact qualifiea service cersomel.
1 0 Water and Moisture—Do not use this «O20 product near
water—for example. near a bath tub. aesn bowl. krtchen
Sink, or laundry tub. in a wet basement. or near = swimming pool.
and the like.
11 Accessories—Do not place this маес zr»ouct on an un-
stable cart. stand, tripod. bracket. cr zie. The video
product may fall, causing serious injury 10 а гис or acuh. and
serious damage to the appliance. Use ons wm a cart. stand.
tripod, bracket, or table recommended бу те —anuiacturer. or
sold with the video product. Any mounting 27 Te product should
follow the manufacturer's instructions. and <гомс use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacture
11 A An appliance and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops. ex-
cessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
531252

12
Outdoor
Antenna
Grounding—lf
an
outside
antenna
or
cable
system
is
connected
to
the
video
product,
be
sure
the
antenna
or
cable
system
is
grounded
so
as
to
provide
some
protection
against
voltage
surges
and
built-up
static
charges.
Sec-
tion
810
of
the
National
Electrical
Code,
ANSI/NFPA
No.
70-1984,
provides
information
with
respect
to
proper
grounding
of
the
mast
and
supporting
structure,
grounding
of
the
lead-in
wire
to
an
antenna
discharge
unit,
size
of
grounding.conductors,
location
of
antenna-discharge
unit,
connection
to
grounding
electrodes.
and
requirements
for
the
grounding
electrode.
See
example
below.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20
> GROUNDING
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
POWER
SERVICE
GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART Hy
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
13 Power Lines—An outside antenna system should not be
located
in
the
vicinity
of
overhead
power
lines
or
other
electric
light
or
power
circuits,
or
where
it
can
fall
into
such
power
lines
or
circuits.
When
installing
an
outside
antenna
system,
extreme
care
should
be
taken
to
keep
from
touching
or
approach-
ing
such
power
lines
or
circuits
as
contact
with
them
might
be
fatal.
Installing
an
outdoor
antenna
can
be
hazardous
and
should
be
left
to
a
professional
antenna
installer.
USE
1
4
Cleaning—Unpiug
this
video
product
from
the
wall
outlet
before
cleaning.
Do
not
use
liquid
cleaners
or
aerosol
cleaners.
Use
a
damp
cloth
for
cleaning.
1
5
Object
and
Liquid
Entry—Never
push
objects
of
any
kind
into
this
video
product
through
openings
as
they
may
touch
dangerous
voltage
points
or
short-out
parts
that
could
result
in
a
fire
or
electric
shock.
Never
spill
liquid
of
any
kind
on
the
video
product.
16 Lightning—For added protection for this vicieo product
during a lightning storm. or when it is left unattended
and
unused
for
long
periods
of
time,
unplug
it
from
the
wail
outlet
and
disconnect
the
antenna
or
cable-systern.
This
wiil
prevent damage to the video product due to licmtning and
power-line surges.
SERVICE
17 Servicing—Do not attempt to service this vilipo procuct
yourself
as
opening
or
removing
covers
may
ежроѕе
you
10
dangerous
voltage
or
other
hazards.
Refer
ай
servicmg
to
quali-
fied
service
personnel.
1
8
Conditions
Requiring
Service—Unplug
this
vicieo
product
from
the
wall
outlet
and
refer
servicing
to
quaiiified
service
personnel
under
the
following
conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is датадесі.
b.
If
liquid
has
been
spilled.
or
2ojects
have
fallen
imo
the
video
product.
с.
If
the
video
product
has
been
exposed
to
rain
or
water.
d.
If
the
video
product
does
not
operate
normally
by
following
the
operating
instructions.
Adjust
only
those
controls
that
are
covered
by
the
operating
inszructions.
Improper
acijustment
of
other
controis
may
result
in
damage
and
will
citten
require
extensive
work
by
a
qualified
technician
to
restore
the
video
product
to
its
normal
operation.
е.
If
the
video
product
has
been
dropped
or
the
cabinet
has
been
damaged.
f
When
the
video
product
exhibits
a
distinct
change
in
performance
—this
indicates
a
need
for
service.
1
9
Repiacement
Parts—When
replacement
parts
are
re-
quired.
have
the
service
technician
verify
that
tne
replace-
ments
he
uses
have
the
sarne
safety
characteristics
as
the
orig-
inai
parts.
Use
of
replacements
specified
by
the
vicieo
product
manufacturer
can
prevent
fire.
electric
shock
or
other
hazards.
20
Safety
Check—Upon
completion
of
any
service
or
repairs
to
this
video
product.
ask
‘he
service
techniciam
to
perform
safety
checks
recommended
by
the
manufacturer
то
determine
that
the
video
product
is
in
safe
operating
condition.

Supplement
When you make a camera recording, do not connect the AV in-
put cable (Accessory No. 11) to the camera/recorder.
Supplément
Quand un enregistrement doit étre réalisé avec la caméra vidéo,
ne pas raccorder le cable d’entrée AV (accessoire no. 11) au
camescope.
Printed in Japan (N)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Ғеачигев................................... ОРТА РРР 3
Ассөѕѕогіез................-...
«о.е
ненен
3
Important
заҒедиага8.......................................
4
Important safety instructions for
AC
адартег/сһагдег.................................-....
6
Electronic
viewfinder
position
adjustment.........
8
How
to
install
the
shoulder
strap
.....................
8
Loading
battery
for
date/clock
.........................
8
Turning
on
your
camera/recorder
.....................
9
Power
SOUFCBS
...............................................
9
Checking
the
battery...
11
Charging
the
Баббагу......................................
12
Insertion
and
removal
of
cassettes..................
13
Making
a
sample
camera
recording.................
14
identification
and
operation
of
controls...........
16
Date/clock
setting
.........................................
20
Auto
focus
..........................................
‚кзз
21
Exposure
correction
.....
PR
ерес
ьс
"m
22
Power
zoom
...........
wae
енг:
P
TES
...22
Macro
..........
ВЯ
ТРА
Е
Т
к.
Fade
in
fade
out
...........................................
23
Instant
review...
24
Variable
shutter
вреей....................................
24
Display
button...
25
Linear time counter... 25
Memory ....................................................1... 25
Time гетдіпіпд............................................... 26
Self timer ......................................л..ТҮ2..2... 26
Eyepiece adjustment ..................................... 26
Interval гесогаіпд........................................... 27
One
shot
recording
.......................................
27
Audio/video вішіБіпд...................................... 28
Recording
TV
program
...................................
29
Title recording ............................................... 30
Viewing
the
picture
played
back
on
your
TV
...32
САН
Л
УЛЛУЛА
—
34
F-search
and
R-search
....................................
34
Attaching
the
tele
or
wide
ME
Camera/Recorder
to
VCR
dubbing
..................
35
Camera
search
..............-.
жұманы
нас
Шыт
35
Flying
erase
head
...............
алынып
И
ҮҮ
35
ТгочМевһоотіпа..................................
36
Head
cleaning...
38
Periodic
таіптепапсв....................................
38
бресіНсатіопв.................................4.44.......
38
Optional
accessories
.....................................
39
"Note
to
CATV
system
installer:
This
reminder
is
provided
to
call
the
CATV
system
instailer's
attention
to
Article
820—
22
of
the
NEC
that
provides
guidelines
for
proper
grounding
and,
in
particular,
specifies
that
the
cable
ground
shall
be
connected
to
the
grounding
system
of
the
building,
as
close
to
the
point
of
cable
entry
as practical".
E7

ELECTRONIC
VIEWFINDER
POSITION
ADJUSTMENT
:
Adjust
the
electronic
viewfinder
to
a
position
where
*
Put
the
viewfinder
back
to
original
position
while
you
can
see
through
it
easily,
as
shown
in
the
figure
holding
the
“ЕМЕ
RELEASE”
button
depressed.
below.
“EVF RELEASE” Button
NOTE: Put the viewfinder back to original position
when storing “зе camera/recorder into the carrying
case or carrying the camera/recorder.
HOW
TO
INSTALL
THE
SHOULDER
STRAP
Attach
the
shoulder
strap
(Accessory
No.
7),
as
illustrated.
LOADING
BATTERY
FOR
DATE/CLOCK
You
may
want
to
install
the
clock
battery
(Accessory
No.
8)
immediately
to
prevent
misplacing
it.
1. Pull the tab to open the cover and expose the
compartment.
2. Insert the clock battery with the ” +” terminal facing
out (as illustrated inside the battery cover).
3. Gently push the cover closed until it snaps into place.
NOTES:
* When replacing the batteries, use 3V micro lithium
cell such as Maxell CR2025 or equivalent.
* Instructions for setting the time and date are on page
20. You can do that later if desired after you're more
familiar with your camera/recorder.
£8

:
TURNING
ON
YOUR
CAMERA/RECORDER
The
camera/recorder
has
two
power
controls
—
the
"POWER"
switch
and
power
save
lever.
ш
To
turn
on
the
camera's
power
W
To
turn
on
the
VCR's
power
Slide
the
“POWER”
switch
to
"CAM"
and
then
set
the
Slide
the
"POWER"
switch
to
“VCR”.
power
save
lever
to
"NORMAL".
e
The
power
save
lever
has
no
effect
when
the
e
Hold
the
small
red
button
іп
the
"POWER"
switch
"POWER"
switch
is
in
the
“VCR”
position.
depressed
to
slide
the
switch.
|
e
To
turn
off
the
VCR
power,
slide
the
"POWER"
e
To
turn
off
the
camera's
power,
slide
the
“POWER”
switch
to
"OFF".
switch
to
"OFF"
or
set
the
power
save
lever
to
"POWER
SAVE”.
"POWER"
Switch
"POWER" Switch
Power Save Lever
POWER SOURCES
E
WHEN
USING
WITH
THE
BATTERY
(Accessory
No.
2)
NOTE:
The
battery
must
be
charged
before
it
can
be
used
for
the
first
time.
Refer
to
"CHARGING
THE
BAT-
TERY”
on
page
12.
|
1.
To
attach
the
battery,
align
the
“>”
mark
on
the
3.
To
remove,
slide
the
battery
to
the
left
and
off
while
battery
with
that
of
the
camera/recorder.
sliding
and
holding
the
“BATTERY”
release
lever.
2.
Hold
the
battery
flush
against
the
camera/recorder
and
slide
it
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow.
"BATTERY"
Release
Lever
NOTE:
Lift
the
viewfinder
so
the
battery
can
be
attached
and
detached
more
easily.
Mark “>”
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WHEN
USING
WITH
THE
АС
ADAPTER/CHARGER
(Accessory
No.
3)
АС
Adapter/Charger
—
<
AC Adapter Cable
(Accessory No. 10)
1.
Attach
the
AC
adapter
cable
(Accessory
No.
10)
to
the
camera/recorder
as
shown
in
the
figure.
Align
NOTES:
|
the
marks
and
hold
the
AC
adapter
cable
flush
*
This
AC
adapter/charger
is
universal
for
use
against
the
camera/recorder
to
attach
it
by
the
same
with
AC
100
—
240V
around
the
worid.
If
you
procedure
as
when
attaching
the
battery.
use
the
camera/recorder
іп
some
foreign
2.
Connect
the
AC
adapter
cable
plug
to
the
"DC
OUT-
countries,
an
AC
plug
adapter
(Accessory
No.
PUT”
jack
of
the
AC
adapter/charger.
9)
may
be
necessary.
3.
Plug
the
AC
adapter/charger
power
cord
into
an
AC
АС
200
~
220v
electrical
output;
the
“POWER”
indicator
on
the
AC
—
,
ш
EL
-
2:
;
adapter/charger
will
come
on.
—
4.
To
remove
the
AC
adapter
cable
from
the
camera/
AC
Plug
recorder,
perform
the
same
procedure
as
when
Su
edi
removing the battery.
When
using
the
AC
adapter/
charger
to
power
the
camera
/recorder,
the
battery
level
indicator
may
display
"E—
—"'.
This
indicator
is
used
for
battery
operation
and
has
no
meaning
when
using
the
AC
adapter/charger
tc
power
the
camera/recorder.
Ш
WHEN
USING
WITH
THE
CAR
BATTERY
(By
using
optional
car
battery
cord
Pentax
PC-YC909A)
2”
Car Battery Cord "m i
2;
Ж
To
cigarette
lighter
To
“DC
отит
1р7
To
cig
1%
АС Adapter Cable (Accessory Мо. 10)
1.
Connect
the
AC
adapter
cable
(Accessory
No.
10)
to
the
camera/recorder,
as
illustrated.
* Attach
it
by
the
same
procedure
as
when
attach-
ing the battery.
2. Connect the small plug of the AC adapter cable to
"DC OUTPUT” of the car battery cord.
3.
Connect
the
car
battery
cord
to
the
car's
cigarette
lighter
socket.
NOTES:
*
The
car
battery
cord
is
designed
їс
5e
used
only
with
automobiles
having
а
12/24-»ott
negative
ground
system.
*
To
prevent
fire
or
shock
hazard
or
damage
to
your
camera/recorder,
please
use
only
with
Pentax's
car
battery
cord
model
2C-vYC909A.
£70