Nikon Coolpix 8800 Camcorder User Manual


 
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The EG-CP14 audio / video (A / V) cable included with the camera can be used
to connect the camera to a television or video-cassette recorder (VCR).
Choosing a Video Mode
The Video mode item in the setup menu offers a choice of NTSC and PAL
(
141). Be sure that the mode selected matches the standard used by the
video device.
1
Turn the camera off
Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the A / V cable.
2
Connect the A / V cable
Insert the black plug into the camera’s A / V-out con-
nector. Insert the yellow plug into the video-in jack
on the television or VCR. Connect the white plug
to the audio-in jack.
PAL
If PAL is selected for Video mode while the camera is connected to a video device,
video output will be suspended and the camera monitor or electronic viewfi nder will
turn on while movies are being recorded or while pictures are being taken with Con-
tinuous set to Ultra HS.
Viewing Pictures on TV
Connecting the A / V Cable
The camera A / V-out connector is on a slight angle.
Match this angle when connecting the A / V cable.
3
Tune the television to the video channel
If in doubt, consult the documentation for your television or VCR.
4
Rotate the mode dial to
5
Turn the camera on
The camera monitor will remain off and the television will show the image
normally shown in the monitor.