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)

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