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Medion MD80566 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ... 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ... 11 Features ... 11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ... 12 Front & Left View ... 13 Left side View ... 14 Right & Top View ... 15 Rear &...
  • Page 3 Advanced Recording ... 36 Use of various Functions ... 36 Setting menu items ... 36 Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode... 36 Availability of functions in each mode ... 37 CLOCK SET ... 38 WL. REMOTE ... 39 DEMONSTRATION ...
  • Page 4 Contents To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ... 61 Audio dubbing ... 62 Dubbing sound... 62 Dubbed Audio Playback ... 63 PHOTO Image Recording ... 64 Searching for a PHOTO picture ... 64 NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording)... 65 POWER NIGHT CAPTURE ...
  • Page 5 Contents Connecting to a PC ... 78 Maintenance... 79 After finishing a recording ... 79 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder... 80 Cleaning the Video Heads ... 80 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ... 81 Power sources ... 81 Colour system ... 81 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 6: Notes And Safety Instructions

    Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.

  • Page 7: Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation

    - When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during winter.) - When you move the camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the summer.) 2.

  • Page 8: Notes Regarding The Battery Pack

    - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - If your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.

  • Page 9: Note Regarding The Lens

    Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight.

  • Page 10: Precautions Regarding The Lithium Battery

    1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation. 3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • MULTI OSD LANGUAGE You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Dutch. • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.

  • Page 12: Accessories Supplied With Camcorder

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5.

  • Page 13: Front & Left View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 2. IR(Infrared) Light 3. Remote sensor 4. Internal MIC 1. Lens 2. IR (Infrared) Light 3. Remote sensor 4. Internal MIC 5. Viewfinder 6. EASY Q button 7. TFT LCD monitor 5.

  • Page 14: Left Side View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons REC SEARCH EASY 2. Speaker 3. PB ZOOM/MACRO 4. DISPLAY 5. S-VIDEO jack 1. Function buttons PLAYER : (REW) : (FF) : (PLAY/STILL) : (STOP) FADE CAMERA EASY REC SEARCH –...

  • Page 15: Right & Top View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. Focus adjustment knob 4. START/STOP button 5. Power switch 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button (see page 64) 3. Focus adjustment knob 4. START/STOP button 5.

  • Page 16: Rear & Bottom View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. LITHIUM Battery Holder 2. Charging indicator 1. LITHIUM Battery Holder 2. Charging indicator 3. Battery Release 3. Battery Release 4. Tripod receptacle 5. TAPE EJECT 4. Tripod receptacle 5. TAPE EJECT...

  • Page 17: Remote Control

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 72) 5.

  • Page 18: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera And Player Modes)

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 26) 2. Easy mode (see pages 58) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 47) 4. Program AE (see page 41) 5.

  • Page 19: Turning The Osd On/Off (On Screen Display)

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) Turning OSD on/off Press the DISPLAY button on the left side panel. - Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off. - When you turn the OSD off, In CAMERA mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q modes are always displayed on the OSD,...

  • Page 20: Preparation

    When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the LCD.

  • Page 21: Lithium Battery Installation

    ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Hand Strap

    It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand.

  • Page 23: Connecting A Power Source

    Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording.

  • Page 24: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    Notes The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. To prevent reduction in the life and capacity of the battery pack, always remove it from the camcorder after it is fully charged. Charging rate Power Switch...

  • Page 25: Table Of Continuous Recording Time Based On Model And Battery Type

    Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.

  • Page 26: Battery Level Display

    77°F(25°C). As the environmental temperature and conditions may differ when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording times given in these instructions.

  • Page 27: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    Preparation Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than MiniDV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open the cassette door.

  • Page 28: Basic Recording

    Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 2. Remove the LENS CAP. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Osd Language

    Basic Recording Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Dutch. ✤ The Language Function works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2.

  • Page 30: Record Search (Rec Search)

    Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.

  • Page 31: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 22) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Lcd

    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ;...

  • Page 33: Using The Viewfinder

    Basic Recording 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR again. You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. Use the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST. You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35.

  • Page 34: Playing Back A Tape You Have Recorded On The Lcd

    To stop the PLAY operation, press the Notes You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (see page 68) Various functions are available in playback mode. (see page 70) (STOP) button.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode. - Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the camcorder. 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

  • Page 36: Advanced Recording

    VIWER TV DISPLAY Selecting OSD on/off of TV Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode 1. Press the MENU button. The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( 2. Use the MENU SELECTOR and push the MENU SELECTOR on the left side panel to select and activate the item.

  • Page 37: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Requested Digital functions Mode Operating D.ZOOM Mode D.ZOOM ✕ ✕ PHOTO ✕ SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects NIGHT CAPTURE O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You cannot change the requested mode. : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

  • Page 38: Clock Set

    Advanced Recording CLOCK SET ✤ CLOCK setup works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3.

  • Page 39: Wl. Remote

    WL. REMOTE ✤ The WL.REMOTE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 40: Demonstration

    Advanced Recording DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder.

  • Page 41: Program Ae

    Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field. I AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background.

  • Page 42: Setting The Program Ae

    Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the submenu. 5.

  • Page 43: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience. - In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant colour. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 44: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤...

  • Page 45: Digital Zoom

    ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 46) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 46: Dis (Digital Image Stabilizer)

    Recording a small object close-up Recording and walking at the same time Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR highlight to CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.

  • Page 47: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. ✤...

  • Page 48: Selecting An Effect

    Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu.

  • Page 49: Rec Mode

    ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

  • Page 50: Audio Mode

    G AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit) 12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track.

  • Page 51: Wind Cut

    ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 52: Date/Time

    Advanced Recording G DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2.

  • Page 53: Tv Display

    OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only. ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV. Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn the OSD ON/OFF displayed on the LCD/Viewfinder/TV.

  • Page 54: Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu)

    Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu) ✤ Quick menu is available only in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by using the MENU SELECTOR. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus. I DATE/TIME (see page 52) - Each time you select DATE/TIME and push the MENU SELECTOR, it will be displayed in the order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF.

  • Page 55: Setting The Quick Menu

    - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( For more information, see the next page. Setting the Quick menu 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to select a function you want and then push the MENU SELECTOR to change the values.

  • Page 56: Shutter Speed & Exposure

    The image may not seem as smooth when a high shutter speed is set. The camcorder returns to the auto shutter setting and auto exposure setting when you set the NIGHT CAPTURE to ON, or change to the EASY, SLOW SHUTTER modes.

  • Page 57: Slow Shutter (Low Shutter Speed)

    Advanced Recording SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed) ✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3.

  • Page 58: Easy Mode (For Beginners)

    - If you want to use these functions, you must first switch the EASY mode off. The EASY mode settings are deleted when the battery pack is uninstalled from the camcorder and therefore, they must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.

  • Page 59: Af/Mf (Auto Focus/Manual Focus)

    Manual Focusing ✤ In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others further away. b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.

  • Page 60: Blc (Back Light Compensation)

    Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: The subject is in front of a window. The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background;...

  • Page 61: Fade In And Out

    Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1.

  • Page 62: Audio Dubbing

    (PLAY/STILL) button to pause the scene. 4. Press the A.DUB button on the Remote Control. A.DUB will be displayed on the LCD. The camcorder is in a ready-to-dub state for dubbing. 5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start dubbing. Press the (STOP) button to stop the dubbing.

  • Page 63: Dubbed Audio Playback

    Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V. 3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5.

  • Page 64: Photo Image Recording

    2. Press the PHOTO button. The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode. Searching for a PHOTO picture ✤ The PHOTO SEARCH works in PLAYER mode only.

  • Page 65: Night Capture (0 Lux Recording)

    ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode. ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to ON. (NIGHT CAPTURE indicator) appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 66: Power Night Capture

    NIGHT CAPTURE switch is turned on. ✤ When you work in POWER NIGHT CAPTURE mode, POWER NIGHT CAPTURE icon appears on the LCD continuously. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn on the NIGHT CAPTURE switch, and then press the SLOW SHUTTER button.

  • Page 67: Various Recording Techniques

    ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording.

  • Page 68: Playback

    You may use an S-VIDEO (optional) cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-VIDEO connector on your TV. Even if you use an S-VIDEO (optional) cable, you need to connect an audio cable. If you connect the cable to the AV Jack, you will not hear sound from the Camcorder's speakers. S-VIDEO input...

  • Page 69: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. The yellow plug : Video...

  • Page 70: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 3 minutes.

  • Page 71: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)

    Playback Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) G Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. G To resume normal playback, press the ✤ Forward frame advance Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in Still mode.

  • Page 72: Zero Memory

    Playback ZERO MEMORY ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during playback at the point you wish to return.

  • Page 73: Pb Dse (Playback Digital Special Effects)

    ✤ The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effects (DSE) to tape playback or still images. 1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then play back a tape. 2. Press the MENU button and move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V.

  • Page 74: Pb Zoom

    5. You can change the arrow direction(vertical, horizontal) by pushing the MENU SELECTOR. 6. To cancel the PB ZOOM function, press the PB ZOOM or STOP button. Note The PB ZOOM image cannot be imported to your PC from the camcorder’s DV jack. PB ZOOM MACRO...

  • Page 75: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.

  • Page 76: Usb Interface

    ✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, DVC Media 5.1, Windows Media Player 9.0, DirectX 9.0a) supplied with the camcorder. System Requirements ®...

  • Page 77: Installing Dvc Media 5.1 Program

    1. Set the mode switch to Tape, set the power switch to CAMERA. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. ®...

  • Page 78: Using The "Usb Streaming" Function

    1. Set the mode switch to TAPE, set the power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer.

  • Page 79: Maintenance

    ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

  • Page 80: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Insert the cleaning tape.

  • Page 81: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    Moisture Condensation ✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly.
  • Page 83 Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest MEDION authorized service centre. Explanation/Solution Symptom You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on. START/STOP button Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.

  • Page 84: Specifications

    Specifications Model name: MD80566 System Video signal Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): MiniDV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.83mm/s, LP: approx. 12.57mm/s...

  • Page 85: Index

    INDEX - A - Accessories ... 12 AF/MF ... 59 Audio dubbing ... 62 AUDIO MODE ... 50 - B - Battery Pack ... 24 BLC ... 60 - C - Cassette ... 27 Cleaning ... 80 CLOCK SET ... 38 Connecting ...

  • Page 86: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

    Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.
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