This manual covers everything needed to use the Sanyo VM-D90P camcorder, including accessories, part names and functions, viewfinder indications, remote‑control operation, battery installation, and basic filming techniques. It also contains safety precautions, troubleshooting tips, and full technical specifications.
Key sections include a detailed parts diagram, step‑by‑step instructions for installing the lithium battery and shoulder belt, remote‑control usage guidelines, viewfinder indicator meanings, and a warranty statement for UK customers.
| Television system | PAL, CCIR |
|---|---|
| Cassette type | 18 mm video cassette tape |
| Standard Play (SP) speed | 20.051 mm/sec |
| Long Play (LP) speed | 10.058 mm/sec |
| Recording time (SP) | 90 minutes (P5‑90 cassette) |
| Recording time (LP) | 1480 minutes (P5‑90 cassette) |
| Fast forward / rewind time | ≈ 7 minutes |
| Pickup element | CCD solid‑state, 320 000 pixels |
| Viewfinder | Electric, 0.6 inch, black‑white |
| Lens | 8× zoom, f = 6 mm ~ 48 mm, F1.8 |
| Filter diameter | 37 mm |
| DC input voltage | 6 V (battery) / 6.5 V (AC adaptor) |
| Power consumption (recording) | 15.6 W |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C ~ 40 °C |
| Weight | ≈ 1780 g (1.72 lb) |
| Video output | 1 Vp‑p, 75 Ω unbalanced, negative sync |
| Audio output | 7 dB, ≤ 2.2 kΩ |
| Earphone jack | Mini jack, 8 Ω mono |
Use only a SANYO CR2025 3 V lithium battery, insert it with the (+) side up, avoid metal tweezers, and wipe the contacts clean before insertion.
The REC indicator shows that the camcorder is in recording mode.
The remote can be used from about 5 m away and within a 30° angle in front of the camcorder.
Standard Play (SP) runs at 20.051 mm/sec and Long Play (LP) runs at 10.058 mm/sec.