The VHS camcorder is an older analog, videotape format first released in 1984. There are three VHS camcorder formats including S-VHS, standard VHS and VHS-C that can record from 30 minutes to six hours of footage. Camcorder size varies from the larger, professional S-VHS model to the compact VHS-C. All formats play back in a VHS player, which is often bundled with a DVD player/recorder for easy tape transfer.
Instructions
Instructions
1. Turn on the camcorder. The power button is on the top or in the back of the camcorder. A red light indicates the camcorder is on, and if you don't see it, check the battery or plug the camcorder into a power source.
2. Press the eject button and load the VHS videotape. Always load the video cassette with the white hubs facing the camcorder tape housing. The top of the cassette has identification labels and should face away from the camcorder.
3. Locate the record button. Some VHS camcorders have a record button on the back and another near the zoom button and handle grip.
4. Check the focus. More expensive VHS camcorders have auto and manual focus adjustments. Locate the auto focus switch and the focus ring on the lens.
5. Plug in the headphones. Maintain good sound by wearing headphones connected to either the back or side audio monitoring jack.
6. Push the zoom button forward and back. Zooming in and out can give you greater picture range but can also make your shots harder to hold steady. Balance the camcorder on your shoulder or between your hands and grip the handle as you use the zoom button.
7. Record and play back some videotape. Record footage by pressing the red button and press it again to stop recording. Video playback controls are usually on the top of the camcorder and contain rewind, stop/pause, play and fast forward buttons. You will see the video playback in your viewfinder or side screen.
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