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Ow n e r’s Re co rd
Zo o m in g
• Keep the W side pressed for wide-angle.
• Keep the T side pressed for telephoto.
Press it gently for a relatively slow zoom.
Sports Pack
Ma in t e n a n ce a n d
Pre ca u t io n s
Pre p a rin g
The model and serial number are located on the
inside of the front body. Record the serial
number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Wa t e r Le a ka g e
APre p a rin g t h e Ca m co rd e r
For details, please refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your camcorder.
If water happens to leak in, stop exposing the
sports pack to water immediately.
If the camcorder gets wet, take it to the nearest
Sony service facility immediately.
SPK-SC100
Op e ra t in g In st ru ct io n s
Mo d e d ’e m p lo i
To st o p re co rd in g
Press START/ STOP . Press again to resume
recording.
Model No. SPK-SC100 Serial No. __________
Fo r t h e Cu st o m e rs in U.S.A.
No t e :
1
Remove the shoulder strap, sunshade
and lens cap from the camcorder.
Remove any accesories such as a conversion
lens or filter.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
To fin ish re co rd in g
Press START/ STOP button then turn the
POWER switch to OFF.
No t e s o n t h e Wa t e rp ro o f Ga ske t
• Check that there are no scratches or cracks on
the waterproof gasket as they may allow water
to leak in. If there are scratches or cracks,
replace the damaged waterproof gasket with a
new one.
Do not remove the waterproof gasket with a
metal tool or a tool with a sharp point.
• Remove foreign materials such as dust, sand or
hair from the waterproof gasket, the groove
and from any surface the gasket touches.
If the body is closed with such materials
present, these areas may be damaged and water
may leak in.
• Put the waterproof gasket in the grooves
evenly, with the tapering side up. Never twist
it. (See illustration H)
• After checking that there are no cracks or dust
on the waterproof gasket, coat it slightly with
the supplied grease using your finger. This will
prevent wearing.
2
3
4
Install the battery pack.
Insert the cassette tape.
Notes on recording
Close the LCD screen to the camcorder
body.
If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more
with a cassette inserted in Standby mode, the
camcorder goes off automatically. This prevents
battery and tape wear. To resume Standby mode,
turn the POWER switch to OFF and then turn it
to CAMERA again.
A
5
Set the START/STOP MODE sw itch to
and the POWER sw itch to OFF.
1
4
As the camcorder and the sports pack are
connected with the LANCl cable, you can
record using the buttons of the sports pack.
/
Note on the POWER sw itch
The POWER switch of the sports pack easily
moves. Check the POWER switch sometimes
while carrying the sports pack.
BIn st a llin g t h e Ca m co rd e r
1
Set the POWER sw itch of the sports
pack to OFF.
FPla yin g Ba ck w it h t h e
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Re m o t e Co m m a n d e r
2
Open the sports pack.
You can play back pictures on the LCD screen,
using the Remote Commander (supplied with
your camcorder).
1 Slide the unlock button in the direction of
the arrow, and release the buckle.
2 Open the sports pack, remove the spacer
and put the plugs out. (Keep the spacer as
you need it to store the sports pack.)
3 Remove dust and sand from inside the
sports pack.
To remove
While applying the grease, recheck for cracks or
dust.
Never use cloth or paper for greasing as the
fibers may cling.
5
POWER
START/STOP MODE
1
2
Turn the POWER sw itch to PLAYER.
OFF
5 SEC
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV
technician for help.
Point the Remote Commander betw een
the lens w indow and the microphone.
Do not use any type of grease other than that
supplied, as it may damage the waterproof
gasket.
• The useful life of the waterproof gasket
depends upon the maintenance and the
frequency of use, but we recommend changing
it once a year. To replace the waterproof gasket,
please consult the nearest Sony dealer. Be sure
to check the water leakage after replacing the
waterproof gasket.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
3
Press ( PLAY on the Remote
Commander.
3
4
Put the camcorder into the sports pack.
Align the lens of the camcorder to the lens
window of the sports pack.
Make sure that the lens and LCD windows of
the sports pack are clean.
Use the remote commander for all other
functions including STOP, REW and FF.
This mark indicates that this
products is a genuine accessory
for Sony video products. When
purchasing Sony video products,
Sony recommends that you
purchase accessories with this
“GENUINE VIDEO
Connect the microphone plug to MIC
(plug in pow er) jack (1), and the
remote control plug to LANC l
(remote) jack (2).
GRe m o vin g t h e Ca m co rd e r
Before opening the sports pack, wipe moisture
off the sports pack and yourself. Do not allow
water on the camcorder.
B
E
2
1
Ch e ckin g fo r t h e w a t e r le a ka g e a ft e r
If it is difficult, lift the camcorder a little and
connect the plugs.
PLAYER
OFF
ACCESSORIES” mark.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Set the POWER sw itch of the sports
pack to OFF.
1
re p la cin g t h e w a t e rp ro o f g a ske t
Check for the water leakage before installing the
camcorder.
Close the sports pack without installing the
camcorder, and keep the sports pack submerged
under water at a depth of about 15 cm (6 inches)
for about 3 minutes and then check for water
leakage.
PLAYER
STBY
REC
5
Check the grip strap and plug cords are
not sticked out of the sports pack.
Press the LCD of the camcorder lightly to the
camcorder body to prevent the LCD screen
from hitting the LCD window.
START/
STOP
The sports pack SPK-SC100 cannot be used
underw ater.
OFF
Place the sports pack w ith the LCD
w indow facing up.
CAMERA
CAMERA
POWER
POWER
The splash-proof sports pack SPK-SC100 can be
used only with the Sony Handycam Vision™
camcorder DCR-SC100.
This sports pack is water- and moisture- resistant
making it possible to use your camcorder in the
rain or at the beach.
Release the buckle and open the sports
pack.
6
7
Check there is no dust, sand or cracks
on the w aterproof gasket.
If any, remove them using fingers.
Disconnect the remote control plug and
microphone plug.
Zooming
Aft e r Re co rd in g
Take the camcorder out of the sports
pack by grasping the grip strap.
Close the sports pack and fasten the
buckle firmly until it clicks.
2
After recording in a location subject to sea
breezes, wash the sports pack with fresh water
with the buckle fastened thoroughly, then wipe
with a soft dry cloth. If water remains on the
sports pack, the metal parts may rust.
Clean the inside of the pack with a soft dry cloth.
Do not wash the inside of the pack. Do not use
any type of solvent such as alcohol, benzine or
shinner for cleaning, as this might damage the
finish.
Wide-angle
No t ice
Telephoto
W
T
• Before you start recording, make sure that the
camcorder is working correctly and there is
no water leakage.
• Sony does not accept liability for damage to
the camcorder, battery, etc., when using the
sports pack or for the cost of recording if
water leakage occurs as a result of incorrect
use.
Replace the plugs to the plug holder.
CAt t a ch in g t h e sh o u ld e r st ra p
DAt t a ch in g t h e su n sh a d e
F
G
/
The supplied sunshade for the LCD screen
reduces glare from the LCD screen and also
protects the LCD window. Keep the sunshade
attached to the sports pack.
2, 3
1
Attach the sunshade to the sports pack.
Join the sides of the sunshade to the top before
use.
PLAYER
OFF
Pre ve n t in g t h e su rfa ce o f t h e g la ss
fro m fo g g in g u p
Pre ca u t io n
• Do not subject the front glass to strong shock,
Coat the surface of the glass with the supplied
anti-fogging lens solution. This is effective in
preventing from fogging.
Apply 1 or 2 drops to the front glass and the LCD
window and wipe evenly to spread the liquid out
by using a soft cloth or tissue paper.
CAMERA
POWER
Note
as it may crack.
• Do not carry the sports pack by grasping the
sunshade.
• Remove the sunshade when using the sports
pack under water.
• Avoid opening the sports pack in the sea or at
the beach. Preparation such as installing and
changing a cassette tape should be done in a
place with low humidity and no salty air.
• Do not throw the sports pack into the water.
• Avoid using the sports pack under the
following situations:
– in a very hot or humid place.
– in water hotter than 40˚C (104˚F).
– at temperatures lower than 0˚C.
In these situations moisture condensation or
water leakage may occur and damage the
equipment.
• Use the sports pack for no longer than one hour
at a time in temperatures above 35˚C (95˚F).
• Do not leave the sports pack under direct
sunlight for a long period of time. If you cannot
avoid leaving the sports pack under direct
sunlight, be sure to cover the pack with a towel
or other protection.
3
To shut the sunshade
First fold the sides, and then shut the top.
Wh e n st o rin g t h e sp o rt s p a ck
• Close the pack without fastening the buckles to
prevent wear of the waterproof gasket. Apply
the spacer to the sports pack in the same way as
it came.
• Prevent dust from collecting on the waterproof
gasket.
• Avoid storing the sports pack in a cold, very
hot or humid place, or together with
naphthalene or camphor, as these conditions
might damage the unit.
PLAYER
OFF
Usin g t h e Sp o rt s Pa ck
1
5
4
E Re co rd in g
Hold the sports pack firmly with both hands
during recording.
CAMERA
POWER
4
1
2
Turn the POWER sw itch to CAMERA.
Press START/STOP button to start
recording.
Sp e cifica t io n s
Material
Plastic (PC, ABS), glass
2
1
Be fo re Yo u Be g in
Waterproof
Waterproof gasket, buckle
To make sure that you do not miss good shooting
opportunities, go over the following checklist
before installing your camcorder into the sports
pack.
Built-in microphone
Stereo
7
Dimension
πBattery pack
πCassette tape
•
•
Fully charged.
Approx. 190 x 124 x 118 mm (w / h / d)
Tro u b le Ch e ck
(7 1/
2
x 5 x 4 3/
inches)
4
The tape length will cover
the planned recording time.
The tape is wound to the
point where you want to
start recording.
The safety tab on the cassette
is in the correct position.
(The red portion is not
visible.)
No scratches or cracks. No
dust, sand or hair around the
gasket.
Correctly set in the groove.
(See “Note on the
Mass
H
•
•
Sym p t o m
Ca u se
Co rre ct ive Act io n s
6
Approx. 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) (only sports pack)
The sound is not recorded.
The microphone plug is not
connect.
Connect it to MIC (plug in power) jack
on the camcorder.
Supplied accessories
Shoulder strap (1)
Sunshade (1)
Grease (1)
Anti-fogging lens solution (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
There are drop of water
inside of the sports pack.
• The buckle is not fastened.
• The waterproof gasket is not
incorrect.
• Fasten the buckle until it clickes.
• Put the gasket in the groove evenly.
πWaterproof
gasket
•
•
• There are scratches or cracks
on the waterproof gasket.
• Replace the gasket with a new one.
Groove
Tapering side
Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
The recording and playing
• The battery pack is run out.
• Charge the battery pack fully.
back function does not work. • The tape has run out.
• Rewind the tape or use a new one.
• The safety tab on the cassette
is out.
• Slide the safety tab or install a new
cassette tape.
Waterproof gasket” for
details.)
Sony Corporation ©1997 Printed in Japan
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