Model 130 Moviecorder
(160-0830)                 Features                   Faxback Doc. # 19852

The Optimus Model 130 MovieCorder camcorder combines all the features of a
video camera and a portable VCR in one lightweight package.  Using standard
VHS 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:

                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).

     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.

    Three Fade In/Fade Out - Provide professional-quality scene
    Options                  transitions.

    Automatic Iris Control - Constantly adjusts for almost any lighting
                             situation.  

   Automatic White-Balance - Ensures natural color reproduction in either
   Control                   natural or artificial light.

        Automatic Exposure - Automatically adjusts the shutter's speed from
                             1/60 to 1/4000, depending on the lighting
                             conditions.

         Two Sound Sources - Let you record sound tracks using the built-in
                             microphone, or by connecting a separate audio
                             source to the camcorder.

           Index Recording - Automatically records index marks at the
                             beginning of new recordings.  These marks are
                             used by VCRs that have an index search feature
                             to find the start of each recording.

         Flying Erase Head - Provides exceptionally clean edits between
                             recorded segments.

             Audio Editing - Lets you change the sound track of a tape
                             without changing the picture.  You can use
                             either sounds from the built-in microphone or
                             an audio device connected to the camcorder.

       Audio/Video Editing - Lets you change the sound and pictures of 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.

         HQ (High Quality) - Improves picture sharpness compared with non-
         Circuitry           HQ camcorders.

                    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 the
 Memory                      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 with your
                             videos.

Audio/Video Input & Output - Let you play back tapes on TVs, and copy tapes
Jacks                        to or from the camcorder.

     Forward/Reverse Video - Let you quickly scan your recordings and
     Search & Freeze Frame   examine individual frames in detail.

           Manual Tracking - Lets you adjust the tracking to reduce picture
                             noise when playing back tapes recorded on
                             other camcorders or VCRs.

    Three-Way Power Supply - Lets you power the camcorder from the supplied
                             battery pack, the supplied AC adapter/charger
                             and auxiliary power cord, or an optional DC
                             adapter.

      Record/Pause Trigger - Lets you conveniently stop and start camera
                             recording.

Standard Play (2-Hour) Recording/Playback Speed

Hand/Shoulder Strap

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 or EP modes.


(EB 2/23/96)