This manual introduces the Sanyo VM-D3P 8 mm camcorder, describing its main features such as integrated camera, automatic focus, white‑balance sensor, macro mode and six‑step zoom. It lists the accessories, part names, and preparation steps needed before first use.
Detailed sections cover battery installation and charging with the VAR‑33 AC adaptor, cassette insertion and erasure‑prevention, operating instructions for recording, playback and zoom, as well as the 12‑month warranty terms for the United Kingdom and Ireland.
| Maximum recording length | 90 minutes |
|---|---|
| Battery life (NP‑55) | ≈45 minutes |
| Battery life (NP‑77) | ≈90 minutes |
| Charging time (NP‑55) | ≈1 hour |
| Charging time (NP‑77) | ≈2 hours |
| Power input | AC 100‑240 V |
| Video tape format | 8 mm |
| Zoom steps | Six‑power zoom‑in/zoom‑out |
The equipment is covered by a 12‑month warranty from the date of sale for purchases in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.