Sanyo VM-EX410P User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D’INSTRUC’I-IONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
VM-EX41 OP
VM-EX580P
8mm Camcorder
Cam&cope 8 mm
Videocimara 8 mm
VM-EX41 OP VM-EX580P
PAL

Contents
Precautions
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About the camcorder
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Charging the Ni-Cdbattery pack
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Using the alkaline batteries
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Recordingsteps
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Camcorder operation
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Using the remote control
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Playback
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Maintenance
PVC
Specifications
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Forthe operation and warning
beeps, please refer to page 15.
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Pleaseread these instructions
carefully before using the unit.
Besure to keep this manual for later
reference.
This camcorder can be powered
by the supplied AC adaptor or
battery pack.
You can also use an AC
adaptor/charger (VAR-512) or
alkaline batteries that are sold
separately.
About this manual
Thismanual gives basicconnections and operating
instructions for 2 PALmodels (VM-EX41OP,580P).
For more information on models variations, please
refer to the specifications page.
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Precautions
Do not put any furniture or other heavy object
on the power cord, as that may cause a short
circuit and start a fire.
Keep the power cord away from heat sources
such as a heater, stove, etc.
Protect from dripping and splashing.
To unplug the power cord, pull from the plug,
never the cord.
Do not open the camcorder case.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Opening the case may damage the camcorder.
When the cassette compartment is opened,
make sure no foreign object falls inside the
camcorder, as that may cause damage to the
camcorder and/or start a fire when the
camcorder is used.
Keep the camcorder away from children, and
make sure they do not put their hand in the
cassette compartment.
Do not use the camcorder outside during a
storm or when there is lightning.
w Do not use commercially available
wet-type video head-cleaning cassettes.
They may damage the video heads in your unit.
For the most suitable head-cleaning cassettes,
please consult the dealer where the unit was
purchased.
w Do not wrap the camcorder in a cloth, as the
temperature inside will rise and damage the unit.
If you notice anything unusual (smoke, strange
noise or odour, etc.), stop using the unit and switch
it off immediately. Remove the battery pack or
disconnect the DC connecting cord, then consult
the dealer where the unit was purchased, or contact
an authorized service centre.
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Precautions concerning magnetic fields
Do not leave/use the camcorder near magnets, or
magnetic fields as they may damage the recordings
on the tape.
Precautions during recording or playback
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Do not let direct sunlight hit the lens, as that
may cause damage to the unit.
Do not use the camcorder near transmitting
antennas, as this might cause the unit to
malfunction.
When using the camcorder at the beach, do not
let it get wet.
Do not allow sand or dirt to enter the unit.
Do not direct the viewfinder toward the sun, or
key parts in the cavity may burn.
Do not store the unit in the following locations:
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where it will be subject to direct sunlight (e.g. on
a car dashboard, etc.),
near bright light sources, or where the humidity
level is high,
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in a closed car on warm or hot days, or close to
a heat source (e.g. heater, stove, etc.),
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in the presence of excessive dirt or dust,
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where it will be subject to strong vibrations, or
strong magnetic fields.
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Condensation
Condensation is the moisture that forms on the
outside of a glass when you fill it with cold water.
The first sign of condensation is fogging of the
camcorder lens and viewfinder.
To stop the formation of condensation, wrap the
camcorder in a cloth until the fogging on the lens
and in the viewfinder disappears.
Do not use the camcorder before condensation has
disappeared as that may cause damage to the video
heads.
Conditions where condensation might appear
n If the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold
place to a warm, humid one, or vice versa.
n If a heater has been turned on to quickly heat
the room, or if the level of humidity is high.
n If taken from an air conditioned room, or car to
a hot, humid place.
Condensation warning indicator
If condensation is detected inside the camcorder,
the condensation warning indicator will flash in the
Viewfinder. (See page 5.)
n As condensation may also appear inside the
cassette casing, the cassette warning indicator
might also flash when the cassette is loaded.
Do not load a cassette in the camcorder if you
suspect that condensation has formed inside the
cassette.
If condensation has formed
Eject the cassette and wait for 1 - 2 hours for the
condensation to dry.
The time required to completely eliminate
condensation may vary.
WARNING:
UNAUTHORIZED RECORDING OR USE OF
TELEVISION PROGRAMMING, BROADCASTS,
VIDEO TAPE, FILM OR OTHER COPYRIGHTED
MATERIAL MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE
COPYRIGHT LAWS. SANYO ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR UNAUTHORIZED
DUPLICATION, USE OR OTHER ACTS WHICH
INFRINGE UPON THE RIGHTS OF COPYRIGHT
OWNERS.
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About the camcorder
A. Power zoom lever (X16)
Press on the T side for a close up a shot (zoom-in)
and on the W side for a wide angle shot
(zoom-out). The zoom setting will be indicated, in
the viewfinder, by the position of the (w) symbol.
The (M) symbol will move according to the pressure
on the power zoom lever. The zoom setting display
will be cancelled about 3 seconds after the power
zoom lever is released.
l When the POWER/CHARGE switch is turned
off, the zoom will automatically return to the
zoom-out position.
B. Remote control sensor
The remote control can be used within a range of 4
m (13 ft) from the front of the sensor.
C. Microphone
D. Shoulder belt hook
Use a commercially available shoulder belt.
E. Lithium battery tray
Insert the lithium battery in the tray with the (+)
sign facing up.
After the lithium battery is installed, the time and
date will need to be set. (See page 13.)
F. Eyesight compensation ring
Turn the camcorder on, then while looking into the
viewfinder turn the ring, to the right or to the left,
to obtain the clearest possible picture.
G. Video/Audio terminals
@ Video output terminal (VIDEO)
Q DC output terminal (for RFconverter)
@ Audio output terminals (AUDIO)
The VM-EX41 OPis monaural.
n Tripod screw mount
Located under the unit.
H. Viewfinder displays
q Warning indicators (blinking)
TAPE :The tape iswithin about 5 minutes from
the end.
TAPEEND:The tape has reached the end.
&@ : The erasure-prevention switch on the
cassette is set to the red position
(See page 11).
: No cassette is loaded.
: Condensation has formed inside the unit
or the cassette.
g :
Condensation has formed inside the unit
or the cassette.
In the following conditions the warning beep, will
sound 10 times. (For more details, please refer to
page 15.)
TAPE END: If the tape reaches the end while
recording, or if trying to record when the
tape is at the end.
m, m: If trying to record in these conditions.
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n Battery remaining power indicator
The remaining charge of the battery is displayed in
the viewfinder.
When the remaining charge is low (c-=1) it is
recommended to have a spare recharged battery
pack ready.
When this indicator(m) is displayed, the power
will run out in about
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5 minutes or less.
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n Remaining tape display
When the remaining tape reaches about halfway
point during recording or playback, the indicator
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1. Power mode button
When the power is turned on, the unit will
automatically go into recording pause mode (if a
tape is loaded). A different mode (PLAYER or
CAMERA) is selected every time this button is
pressed.
1. Grip belt and lens cap
Use the grip belt to hold the camcorder.
K. POWER/CHARGE switch
The switch has three positions. Up (POWER
position) for recording and playback, down
(CHARGE position) for recharging the battery pack,
and centre or power off position.
L. Battery compartment cover open button
(PUSH)
Press on the PUSH button to open or close the
cover.
M. Cassette eject button (EJECT)
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Charging the Ni-Cd battery pack
1 Installing the battery pack
The battery pack has not been charged. Make
sure to charge it before using it for the first
time.
1 Press the PUSH button.
Carefully open the battery compartment cover
fully.
Press on the PUSH button to close the cover.
2 Insert the top of the battery pack (a), then
press down on the other end (8) to install it.
Make sure it clicks into place.
To remove the battery pack, slide it toward the
back of the camcorder (@), then Iii it (a).
Note
l Only thin type battery packs such as the NP-33,
NP-55 or NP65 models can be used with this
camcorder.
Do not use the AC adaptor (VAR-21 or
VAR-22) or AC adaptor/charger (VAR-S12 or
VAR-S53) for any purpose other than
charging the battery packs (NP-33, NP-55 or
NP45). or supplying power to this camcorder.
2 Connecting the AC adaptor
1 Connect the cord from the AC adaptor to the
DC input terminal on the camcorder.
2 Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
Note
Before closing the battery compartment cover,
make sure the AC adaptor cable is correctly set into
the opening (see illustration).
WARNING:
l This AC adaptor (VAR-21 or VAR-22) is specially
designed for this camcorder. Never use another
type of AC adaptor with this camcorder, and do
not use this AC adaptor to power other types of
camcorders.
l Not for use with toys.
The AC adaptor can be used in any country
where the standard voltage is between 100 V
and 240 V AC. In countries where a differently
shaped plug is used, a plug adaptor must be
used. (See your Sanyo dealer for details.)
For this product use the supplied AC adaptor
(conforming to the EIA Japanese standard, with a
unified polarity type plug w+@):
Use of another AC adaptor may cause trouble.
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Charging the battery pack
Set the POWER/CHARGE switch to the
CHARGE position.
The CHARGE indicator will light and the battery
pack will be recharged.
After approximately 16 hours, the CHARGE
indicator will start flashing. Pleaserefer to “Charging
time” to confirm that the battery pack isfully
&arged.
For recording and playback the POWER/CHARGE
switch must be set to the POWER p&ion.
Before charging the battery pack, make sure
to first set the POWER/CHARGE switch to
the POWER position, then to the CHARGE
position.
If the battery pack is not used, remove it
from the camcorder before storing it.
When finished, make sure to unplug the AC
adaptor power cord from the AC outlet.
The CHARGE indicator will start flashing
approximately 16 hours after the
POWER/CHARGE switch is set to the CHARGE
position, whether a battery pack is being
charged or not.
When recharging the battery pack on the
camcorder, the CHARGE indicator will start flashing
approximately 16 hours after the POWER/CHARGE
switch is set to the CHARGE position, as a reminder
that the battery pack has been charged and should
be removed. Please note that depending on the
battery pack model, this may not indicate that it is
fully charged. For more details on battery pack
charging times, please refer to the “Battery pack
charging/operating time” table on next page.
If the battery pack is changed halhvay during
charging, the CHARGE indicator will still start
flashing approximately 16 hours after the
POWER/CHARGE switch was first set to the
CHARGE position, and the second battery pack
may not yet be fully charged.
If there is a problem with the installed battery
pack, the CHARGE indicator will still light but
charging will not be possible. In doubt, first
charge the battery pack for short period and
confirm that it works properly.
Charge condition indicator switch (A)
Use this switch as a reminder of the charge state of
the battery. Set the switch to the RED position
when the battery is discharged.
Please note that the battery pack model NP-33 does
not have a charge condition indicator switch.
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n Recharging
The battery pack should only be recharged just
before it will be used, or one day before at the
most.
If the battery pack is recharged and not used, it will
slowly loose its charge.
Charging the battery pack is possible within a
temperature range of 10-C to 3O’C (50-F to
86-F).
n Battery pack charging/operating time
The charging and operating times shown in the
table below are approximate.
Operating time
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Charging time:
Charging time for standard battery packs:
NP-33 (approx. 8 hours), NP-55 (approx. 10 hours)
(for a full recharge)
Note
At low temperatures or when using non standard
battery packs, the charging time may vary.
Depending on the conditions, the charging time
may be up to 12 hours for an NP-33 battery pack,
and 16 hours for an NP-55 battery pack.
n About the Ni-Cd battery pack
In the following cases the operating time of the
battery pack will be shorter than normal, even
after a full charge:
If the battery pack is used for the first time.
If used in low temperature conditions.
If it is stored in a fully charged or partially
charged condition.
If the charge is completely exhausted and it is
stored for a long period (more than 3 months).
If stored at temperatures above 40-C (104.F).
The battery will be restored to its original
condition after it has been used until
completely discharged and recharged, or after
it has been recharged using the Refresh
function of the AC adaptor/charger (sold
separately) two or three times.
The following operations also require power, and
will shorten the operating time.
It is recommended that you have on hand enough
charged battery packs to last 2 or 3 times the
expected recording time:
l Recording pause mode.
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Loading and unloading the cassette.
0 Using the power zoom.
WARNING:
l Do not short-circuit the battery pack
terminals, and never try to disassemble or
modify the battery pack.
l Do not throw into a fire, as it may explode.
l Do not get wet.
l When not in use, the battery pack should be
removed and stored in a cool, dry place.
l Do not drop or subject to violent shock.
l If the terminals are dirty, use a soft cloth or
tissue paper to clean them.
W Storing
Do not store a battery pack where it could
reach high temperatures.
If the camcorder is not used for a long period,
remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the battery
pack will slowly loose its charge.
Note
CONTAIN NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY.
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