Sony SPK-PC3 User Manual

3-061-828-11(2)

Sony Corporation ©2000  Printed in Japan

Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones
Gebruiksaanwijzing

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A

B

C

B

C

DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E

DCR-PC3/PC3E/PC2E/PC1

DCR-PC10/PC7

D

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
ACCESSORIES” mark.

For using your video camera recorder with this
pack, refer to the operating instructions of the
recorder.
The splash-proof sports pack SPK-PC3 is water-
and moisture- resistant, making it possible to
use the Sony Digital Handycam camcorder such
as DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E/PC3/PC3E/PC2E/
PC1, in the rain or at the beach.

• 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.

• Do not subject the front glass to strong shock,

as it may crack.

• 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.

To make sure that you do not miss good
shooting opportunities, go over the following
checklist before installing your camcorder into
the sports pack.

• When using DCR-PC10 or DCR-PC7, prepare

the VMC-LM7 adaptor (not supplied).

• When recording with this pack, we

recommend you to use the battery pack of
larger capacity, such as NP-FS31/FS21/F30/
F20/F300/F200.

Battery pack

Cassette tape

Waterproof
gasket

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.

• 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.

• Put the waterproof gasket in the grooves

evenly, with the tapering side up. Never twist
it. (See illustration L.)

• 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.

• 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.
While applying the grease, recheck for cracks
or dust.
Never use cloth or paper for greasing as the
fibers may cling.
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.

Fully charged.

• 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
Waterproof gasket” for
details.)

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.

After recording in a location subject to sea
breezes, wash the sports pack with fresh water
with the buckles 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 thinner for cleaning, as this might
damage the finish.

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 of cleaner liquid to the front
glass and the glass of the eye cup and wipe
evenly to spread the liquid out by using swabs,
a soft cloth or tissue paper.

• Attach the spacer supplied with your sports

pack to prevent wear of the waterproof
gasket. (See illustration M.)

• 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.

Plastic (PC, ABS), glass

Waterproof gasket, buckle

• Turning on/off the POWER switch

when recording or playing back.

• Recording a still image on a tape

(DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E/PC3/PC3E/
PC2E/PC1 only)

• Zooming

Stereo

Approx. 150 

×

 170 

×

 110 mm (w / h / d)

Approx. 550 g (only sports pack)

Shoulder strap (1)
Camera mounting shoe

A(1)/B(1)/C(1)

Tripod screw plate (1, pre-installed on the
camera mounting shoe A)
Reflex prevention ring (2)
Grease (1)
Anti-fogging lens solution (1)
Operating Instructions (1)

Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.

For details, please refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your camcorder.

A

Depending on the location of the screw hole for
attaching the camera mounting shoe of your
camcorder, you have a choice of three types of
camera mounting shoe.
Check list A to identify the appropriate
mounting shoe.

B

Align the tripod screw plate to the notch of the
mounting shoe A,B or C.
The tripod screw plate is pre-installed on the
camera mounting shoe A.

C

For details, please refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your camcorder.

Be sure to use a fully charged battery pack.

When the viewfinder is not pulled out until
it clicks, the picture does not appear in the
viewfinder even if the LCD panel is closed.
(DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E/PC3/PC3E/PC2E
only)

D

Use the metal parts of shoulder strap as
shown in the illustration.

Use the small ring with 30 mm in filter
diameter.

Use the large ring with 37 mm in filter
diameter.

Do not tighten the reflex prevention ring too
rightly. This may maker it harder for you to
remove the reflex prevention ring.

1

Slide the unlock button in the direction
of the arrow, and release the buckle.

2

Open the side body.

The black rubber part is a spacer. Keep the
spacer since you will need it to store the
unit.

Check there are no dust, sand or cracks on
the waterproof gasket or the surface where
it touches, and grease them slightly.

Connect the remote control plug to
LANK   (remote) jack sliding the
camera mounting shoe a short way
into the sports pack (1), and the
microphone plug to MIC (plug in
power) jack (2).

When using DCR-PC10 or DCR-PC7,
connect the plugs to the VMC-LM7 adaptor
(not supplied).

Check the lens and the LCD screen is clean
before installing the camcorder.
Push the camera mounting shoe until it
clicks.

Secure the side body, and fasten the buckle
until it clicks.

• You cannot change the battery pack after

attaching the mounting shoe (DCR-PC3/
PC3E/PC2E/PC1 only).

• When closing the side body, be careful not to

pinch the cable. Otherwise, these parts may be
damaged or water may leak in.
When using DCR-PC3/PC3E/PC2E, fit the
jack cover rightly to S video jack before
installing the camcorder. Otherwise, the jack
cover may rotate and be pinched.

• Fold the grip strap as illustrated, and attach

the camera mounting shoe. (See illustration
D–2.) (DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E only)

E

If the connecting cord is not placed correctly when
closing the side body, water leakage may occur.
Place the cord correctly. (See illustration E.)

F

Holding the sports pack so that the tips of
your finger can easily touch the POWER
switch, START/STOP button and ZOOM
button, pull the strap to adjust its length.

The Sony mark should be on the outside.

G

Press START/STOP. Press again to resume
recording.

Press START/STOP button then turn the
POWER switch to OFF.

• Keep the W side pressed for wide-angle.
• Keep the T side pressed for telephoto.
Press it gently for a relatively slow zoom.

• 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.

• During recording when the LCD screen is

facing out, the counter does not appear.

• The POWER switch of the sports pack has

priority over the POWER switch of the
camcorder.

• If a drop of water sticks to the front glass,

press the zoom button to adjust the focus.

H

Close the lower wing first.

• When opening the LCD panel, the picture

does not appear in the viewfinder. (DCR-
PC5/PC5E/PC4E/PC3/PC3E/PC2E only)

• Do not hold the mirror hood directly for

shooting.

• A part of the LCD screen may be covered with

the unit depending on the camcorder.

I

You can record a still picture like a photograph.

The still picture is recorded.

• You cannot check the still pictures by pressing

PHOTO button of the sports pack lightly.

• When using DCR-PC10/PC7, you cannot

record the still pictures with the sports pack.

• When using DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E/PC3/

PC3E with the sports pack, memory photo
recording does not work.

• When using DCR-PC5/PC5E/PC4E/PC3/

PC3E/PC2E with the sports pack, you cannot
use the NightShot function.

J

You can play back pictures on the LCD screen,
using the Remote Commander (supplied with
your camcorder).

See “H When Shooting with the LCD
Screen”.

Press N PLAY on the remote.

Use the remote commander for all other
functions including STOP, REW and FF.

The picture on the mirror looks turned
sideways.

K

Before opening the sports pack, wipe moisture
off the sports pack and yourself. Do not allow
water on the camcorder.

1

Unlock the camera mounting shoe by
picking up the knob.

2

Take out the camcorder.

3

Disconnect the remote control plug and
the MIC plug.

After removing the camcorder, put the
plugs in the plug holder inside of the sports
pack.

• Be sure to disconnect the plugs before taking

out the camcorder. Otherwise, the plugs may
be damaged.

• After using the sports pack, read Maintenance

and Precautions for storing.

The sound is not
recorded.

There are drops of
water inside of the
sports pack.

The recording and
playing back function
does not work.

The microphone plug is not
connected.

• The buckles are not fastened.

• The waterproof gasket is not set

correctly .

• There are scratches or cracks on

the waterproof gasket.

• The battery pack is run out.
• The tape has run out.

• The safety tab on the cassette is

set to unrecordable position.

Connect it to MIC (plug in power)
jack on the camcorder.

• Fasten the buckles until they

click.

• Put the gasket in the groove

evenly.

• Replace the gasket with a new

one.

• Charge the battery pack fully.
• Rewind the tape or use a new

one.

• Slide the safety tab or install a

new cassette tape.

Tripod screw plate
Plaquette à vis du trépied

Mounting shoe A
Sabot de montage A

Mounting shoe C
Sabot de montage C

Tripod screw plate
Plaquette à vis du trépied

Use metal parts of
shoulder belt.
Utilisez les éléments
métalliques de la
bandoulière.

Model No. SPK-PC3   Serial No.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on
the bottom. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.

C

A M

E

O

F

F

PL

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R A

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Mounting shoe B
Sabot de montage B

Tripod screw plate
Plaquette à vis du trépied

POWER

LOCK

PLAYER

MEMORY

CAMERA

OFF