Model 163 Moviecorder 8 Camcorder (160-0864) Features Faxback Doc. # 19173 Your Optimus Model 163 MovieCorder 8 Camcorder combines all the features of a video camera and a portable VCR in one lightweight package. Using standard 8 mm cassettes, you can record and play back home movies anywhere. The low-light (1 lux) CCD imager makes special lighting unnecessary in most situations. You can also use the camcorder as a VCR to play back a tape or copy to a VCR This camcorder has many special features that make operation simple, convenient, and versatile. Be sure to read this manual carefully and completely so you can understand and enjoy all of your camcorder's features. The camcorder has these features. Four Power Sources - let you power the camcorder from the supplied battery pack, AA alkaline batteries (not supplied), the supplied AC adapter/charger and auxiliary power cord, or an optional DC adapter. CCD Imager - provides a clear, high-resolution picture, even in low-light conditions (down to 1 lux). Electronic Viewfinder with - lets you monitor the picture during recording Adjustable Focus and playback. 12-to-1 Power Zoom - lets you go smoothly from wide-angle to telephoto shots. You control the zoom rate by the amount of pressure you place on the buttons. Digital Zoom Enhancement - increases the magnification of the power zoom up to 2 times (to 24-to-1). Digital Instant Zoom - increases the magnification of the image being recorded upto 1 1/2 times by pressing a single button. Fuzzy Logic Circuitry - enables the camcorder to focus and adjust to different lighting conditions, much like the human eye. Automatic Focusing - provides automatic, full-range focusing from 3/8 inch to infinity for a sharp, clear picture in almost all situations. You can also focus the camcorder on close objects for stunning detail. Zoom Automatic Focusing - automatically zooms out to adjust the focus if you zoom in on an object and the object is out of focus. Automatic Iris Control - constantly adjusts for almost any lighting situation. Automatic White-Balance - ensures natural color reproduction in both Control natural and artificial light. Date Search - memorizes the start and end positions of a recording you made on a specific day, so you can easily locate these positions later. Automatic Exposure - automatically adjusts the shutter's speed from 1/60 to 1/4000, depending on the lighting conditions. Flying Erase Head - provides exceptionally clean edits between recorded segments. Audio/Video Editing - lets you change the sound and pictures on a tape. You can use either sounds from the built-in microphone or an audio device connected to the camcorder, and video from the camcorder's lens or a video source connected to the camcorder. NOTE: You must have an A/V input cable (CMC No. T16-CH90IN, not supplied) to connect a separate audio or video source to the camcorder. Review - automatically replays the most recent few seconds of a recording. Camera Search - lets you review recorded portions on a tape and resume recording at the desired point on the tape for smooth scene transitions. Digital Tape Counter with - helps you mark and return to locations on Memory the tape. Clock/Calendar Graphics - lets you record the current time and date of a Generator recording in the bottom of the picture. Titler - lets you create and record titles on your videos. Audio/Video Input & Output - let you play back tapes on TVs or VCRs, and Jacks copy tapes to or from the camcorder. Forward/Reverse Video - let you quickly scan your recordings and Search & Freeze Frame - examine individual frames in detail. Record/Pause Trigger - lets you conveniently stop and start camera recording. Standard Tripod Mount NOTE: Your camcorder is designed to record and play back in the SP mode only. The camcorder does not perform normal playback for programs pre-recorded in the LP mode. (JC 11/14/95)