ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
MAJOR FEATURES
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
2 – 5
6
7
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
GETTING STARTED
7
8 – 13
GR-AXM237UM
RECORDING
14 – 27
Basic Recording ..........................14
Basic Features ...........................16
Advanced Features ......................18
PLAYBACK
28 – 32
Basic Playback ...........................28
Features ..................................29
Connections...............................30
Using The Cassette Adapter ...........32
USER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
33
34 – 35
36 – 39
INDEX
Controls, Connectors And
Indicators ...............................36
Indications ................................38
CAUTIONS
TERMS
40 – 41
42
SPECIFICATIONS
43
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0505-001A
EN
EN3
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder
playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary
to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
ATTENTION:
The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into
the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for
recycling options or proper disposal.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
4
EN
IMPORTANT PRODUCT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions.
But improper use can result in potential electrical
shock or fire hazards. This product has been
engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in
safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing.
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
ATTENTION:
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions
marked on your product and its operating
instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety
and operating instructions before you operate this
product and keep this manual for future reference.
2. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due
to lightning and power-line surges.
INSTALLATION
1. Power Sources
Operate your product only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power company.
If your product is intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
3. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.
2. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
3. Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the product.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION
4. Ventilation
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
810-20)
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
•Do not block the openings by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
•Do not place the product in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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USE
SERVICING
1. Accessories
1. Servicing
To avoid personal injury:
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a
marked change in performance and you are unable
to restore normal operation by following the detailed
procedure in its operating instructions, do not
attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
•Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product.
•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
product.
•Use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for any mounting of the product.
•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across
thresholds or deep-pile carpets.
2. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product.
2. Product and Cart
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
Combination
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way.
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause
the product and cart
combination to overturn.
3. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water—for example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and
the like.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance—this indicates a need for service.
3. Replacement Parts
4. Object and Liquid Entry
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
5. Attachments
4. Safety Check
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product as they may cause
hazards.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in safe
operating condition.
6. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
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SUPPLY POWER
INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE
A Hook on.
B Push in.
PUSH Button
EJECT Switch
BATTERY RELEASE
Using the battery pack
Hook its end to the camcorder
1 Open the LCD monitor fully.
and push the
2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.
3 Insert a video cassette.
battery pack in until it locks in place
.
(Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 8)
4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.
(For more details, ੬ pg. 10)
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
PLAYBACK
SHOOTING
Rewind (2) Button
2
1
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
2
Set to “AUTO”
or “PRO.”.
Play/Pause (4/6)
3
Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
3
Set to
“PLAY”.
1
Stop (5) Button
1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.
2 Press
2.
1 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to
open the lens cover.
2 Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.
— The power lamp will light and an image
will appear.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
— Recording starts.
— The tape will automatically stop at the
beginning of the tape.
3 Press 4/6.
— Playback starts and the playback picture
appears.
•To stop playback, press 5.
(For more details, ੬ pg. 28.)
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once
again.
•The viewfinder switches off automatically to
save power when the LCD monitor is opened
at an angle of over 60 degrees.
•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is
opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.
(For more details, ੬ pgs. 14, 15)
•The viewfinder switches off automatically to
save power when the LCD monitor is opened
at an angle of over 60 degrees.
•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is
opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR
using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).
੬ pg. 32
MAJOR FEATURES
EN7
Program AE with Special
Effects (੬ pg. 19)
Picture Stabilizer (੬ pg. 16)
Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter Ⅲ ND Effect
Ⅲ Sepia Ⅲ Twilight Ⅲ Sports Ⅲ Nega/Posi
Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
TBC (Time Base Corrector)
(੬ pg. 29)
Digital Hyper Zoom
(੬ pg. 16)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
•Cassette Adapter
(VHS Playpak)
C-P7U
AA-V16U
•Shoulder Strap
•Battery Pack
BN-V11U
•Lithium Battery CR2025
(for clock operation)
•DC Cord
NOTES about Automatic Demonstration
Automatic Demonstration takes place when ”DEMO MODE” is set to ”ON” (factory-preset).
Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to ”AUTO” or ”PRO.”.
DEMO MODE
Ⅲ Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the
OFF
ON
demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for
more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “PRO.”
and press MENU while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly
to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through
the main Menu Screen.) Rotate the Select Wheel to select “OFF” and
press it.
EX I T
Setting Menu
* ”DEMO MODE” remains ”ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.
NOTE:
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
Cassettes marked
can be used with this camcorder.
GETTING STARTED
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Battery pack BN-V11U,
BN-V12U or BN-V20U
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
Marks
To AC outlet
CHARGE
indicator
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet.
1
2
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place. The
CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V16U
DC OUT connector
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery in the
opposite direction of the arrow and lift off. Remember
to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from
the AC outlet.
3
Battery pack
Charging time
BN-V11U
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U (optional)
Charge Marker
Charge marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help
you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two
colors are provided (red and black)—you choose which
one means charged and which means discharged.
NOTES:
● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°
and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20° to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is
the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environ-
ment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
● Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged
battery pack.
● Charging time varies according to the ambient
temperature and the status of the battery pack.
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC
Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter
during battery charging, power is supplied to the
camcorder and charging stops.
ATTENTION:
Charging a battery with some charge
remaining reduces that battery’s capacity.
Perform the procedure below to fully
discharge the battery pack before
recharging.
● Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes
electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be
sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after
a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short
even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn
out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new
one.
1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
and make sure a cassette is not inserted,
then set the Power Switch to ”AUTO” or
”PRO.”.
2. The camcorder power turns off
automatically when discharging is
complete.
When you are not using a battery pack for
a long period of time, be sure to fully
discharge it before storing because leaving
a battery with some charge left over also
reduces performance.
● Remember to set the charge marker after charging a
battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
EN9
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook on.
A
Hook its end to the camcorder
pack in until it locks in place
and push the battery
.
B
Push in.
•
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a
malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
Approximate recording time
LCD
LCD
LCD
Battery pack monitor off/
monitor on/
monitor on/
Viewfinder on Viewfinder off Viewfinder on
BN-V11U
1 hr. 30 min.
1 hr. 30 min.
1 hr. 20 min.
1 hr. 20 min.
1 hr. 10 min.
1 hr. 10 min.
BATTERY RELEASE Switch
BN-V12U
(optional)
BN-V20U
(optional)
2 hrs. 20 min. 2 hrs. 10 min.
1 hr. 55 min.
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
BN-V856U 9 hrs. 30 min. 8 hrs. 40 min. 7 hrs. 40 min.
(optional)
NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
INFORMATION:
•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the
BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80U AC
Power Adapter/Charger.
Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals
before using.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery
pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/
Charger. Use the optional AA-V80U AC Power
Adapter/Charger.
To DC IN
connector
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
To AC outlet
To DC OUT
connector
NOTES:
●The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
Core
filter
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
● For other notes, ੬ pg. 8.
DC Cord
AA-V16U
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery Charger/
Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).
To car’s
cigarette
lighter
NOTES:
socket
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7U (optional)
●When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can also be
used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/
V856U).
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger or Car
Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective instruction
booklet.
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3U (optional)
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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Slot
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery
Charger, etc.).
1
Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the
camcorder.
2
3
4
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have
the “+” mark visible.
Battery holder
Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a
click.
NOTES:
● See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
● To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place
the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the
illustration when inserting/removing the battery.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Cassette holder
Open the LCD monitor fully.
1
Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not
use force to open.
2
3
4
Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make
sure the label is facing outward.
Press PUSH to close the cassette holder until it locks
into place. Close the LCD monitor.
PUSH Button
EJECT Switch
NOTES:
● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.
● The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
Turn to take
up slack.
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes
have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
Erase Protection tab
Gear
● The cassette holder cannot be opened while the
camcorder is in the record mode.
EN11
Date/Time Settings
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. The power lamp
comes on.
1
2
3
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display
Menu Screen 2. Then, rotate it to move the highlight
bar to “DATE/TIME” and press it. The DATE/TIME
Menu appears.
Select Wheel
Power Switch
•To return to the previous settings, rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT” and
press it, then go to step 7.
MENU Button
•To set only the time without changing the date, go
to step 5.
Display
To set “YEAR”, “MONTH” or “DAY”, rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired item,
and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate
the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and
then press it. The setting stops blinking.
Menu Screen 1
Menu Screen 2
4
NEXT
4
5
D. ZOOM
TELE MACRO
ON
OFF
ON
Repeat for other date settings.
4
BACK
REC T I ME
OFF
OFF
ENGL I SH
I NT. T I ME
T I TLE LANG.
DATE / T I ME
JL I P I D NO.
DEMO MODE
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the
correct setting appears and then press it. When the
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting
begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute
setting stops blinking.
0 6
OFF
4
RETURN
DATE / T I ME
DATE/TIME Menu
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
2 0 0 0
JUN
2 8
When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,
“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the Select Wheel to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The
Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”.
:
T I ME
PM
8
2 0
12-hour indication
with AM or PM
6
7
EX I T
Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.
4
BACK
REC T I ME
OFF
OFF
ENGL I SH
I NT. T I ME
T I TLE LANG.
DATE / T I ME
JL I P I D NO.
DEMO MODE
0 6
OFF
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display
and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert”
(੬ pg. 23).
4
RETURN
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
12
EN
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SP/
1
EP for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)
provides higher picture and sound quality and is better
for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more
economical, providing three times the recording time.
NOTE:
Select Wheel
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
Power Switch
SP/EP Recording
Mode Button
MENU Button
Tape Length Setting
Viewfinder
Display
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
T3 0
Tape length indicator
SP
Recording mode
indicator
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”, then press MENU.
1
TELE MACRO
OFF
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
TAPE LENGTH
T3 0
2
“TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH
Setting Menu appears.
Menu Screen
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
the correct tape length setting. T20=20 minutes of
recording time, T30=30 minutes, T35=35 minutes,
and T40=40 minutes (in SP).
•To return to the previous setting, rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
4
RETURN
3
TAPE LENGTH
TAPE LENGTH
Setting Menu
T2 0
T3 0
T3 5
T4 0
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select
Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.
4
EX I T
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
OFF
T4 0
NOTE:
The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 14) displayed in the
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has
been selected.
4
RETURN
EN13
Grip Adjustment
Power Zoom Lever
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
2
3
Recording
Start/Stop Button
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power
Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
3
Viewfinder Adjustment
2
Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or
180°
1
2
3
“PRO.”).
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.
1
Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Set to “CAMERA”
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”).
PAUSE
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Following the illustration, thread the strap through the
1
eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the
buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other
end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure
the strap is not twisted.
1
4
2
Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.
2
3
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
1
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.
RECORDING Basic Recording
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EN
NOTE:
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 8)
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)
● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 10)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 13)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 13)
Shooting While Watching The
Viewfinder
Power Switch
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Recording Start/Stop Button
1
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”). The power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
“PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.
2 5M I N
Tape remaining time
indicator
(Approximate)
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “
” appears
2
in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.
MIN
120MIN
1MIN
119MIN
2MIN
(Now calculating)
0MIN
(Blinking)
3MIN
(Blinking)
(Blinking)
Shooting While Watching The
LCD Monitor
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Turn the
1
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens
cover. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO”
or “PRO.”). The power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
“PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.
90°
180°
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
2
viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
Select Wheel (BRIGHT)
DISPLAY Button
“
” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is
in progress.
–––––6–––––
+
BR I GHT
–
NOTE:
When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this
happens, use the viewfinder instead.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor
.... rotate the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) until the
bright level indicator on the display moves
and the appropriate brightness is reached.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
Power Switch Position
AUTO : Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.
PRO. : Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.
OFF : Switches off the camcorder.
PLAY : Allows you to play back your recordings.
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NOTES:
● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or
more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.
● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.
● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
● The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.
● The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (੬ pg. 12).
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this
condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA” to
turn the camcorder on again.
● If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5
minutes, recording may not start immediately.
● If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during
recording), use the Retake function (੬ pg. 17) to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any
of it.
● While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
In some situations, different shooting angles may provide
more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired
position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180°
upward).
INTERFACE SHOOTING
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD
monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing
your own image in the LCD monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees
so that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted
upward to an angle of over approx. 105 degrees, the
monitor image is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder
also switches on.
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-
recording) and start recording.
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and
indications do not appear inverted as they would when
viewing a mirror.
NOTE:
The monitored image can be viewed on the LCD monitor
and in the viewfinder.
LCD MONITOR/VIEWFINDER INDICA-
TIONS
Press DISPLAY for more than 1 second to make the
following indications appear/disappear from the
camcorder’s display: cassette warning, tape remaining
time, battery pack remaining power indicator and tape
length indicator (੬ pg. 38, 39).
Self-Recording
NOTE:
Even if the indications are off, the tape remaining time
appears blinking when the tape is near its end, and the
battery pack remaining power indicator appears blinking
when the power is almost gone.
RECORDING Basic Features
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FEATURE: Zooming
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification
offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital
Zoom.
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom indicator bar
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
Ⅲ The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
Display
1X
NOTES:
Zoom level
indicator
● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record–Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(੬ pg. 26), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● The zoom level indicator (5) moves during zoom.
Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of
the zoom indicator bar, all magnification from that
point is through digital processing.
Approximate
zoom ratio
Picture stabilizer indicator
Power Zoom Lever
● When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may
suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM”
to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 21).
P. STABILIZER Button
FEATURE: Picture Stabilizer
PURPOSE:
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-
shake, particularly at high magnification.
OPERATION:
Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.
Ⅲ To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press
P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand
shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal
stripes.
•When shooting dark or dim subjects.
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various
directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording
with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “
” indicator appears blinking if the
Stabilizer cannot be used.
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5 SEC. REC Button
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE:
To check the end of the last recording.
RETAKE
OPERATION:
(
2
/
3
)
1) Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or
Button
“PRO.”).
2) Press
2
and release quickly during the Record–
Standby mode.
Ⅲ Tape is rewound for approx. 2 seconds and played
back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby
mode for the next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is
normal.
Display
FEATURE: Retake
PAUSE
PURPOSE:
To re-record certain segments.
5S
OPERATION:
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby
mode.
5 Sec. Rec mode indicator
2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point
for new recording. Pressing
3
forwards the tape
and pressing reverses it.
2
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording.
NOTE:
Noise bars appear and pictures may become
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.
FEATURE: 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
PURPOSE:
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene
transitions like those seen in TV programs.
OPERATION:
Ⅲ Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.
1) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC. “
5S”
appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.
2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording
starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record–Standby mode
automatically.
Ⅲ To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. REC
again so that “
5S” disappears.
NOTE:
Fade/Wipe (੬ pg. 18) cannot be activated by
pressing 5SEC. REC.
RECORDING Advanced Features
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Fade/Wipe Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.
Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or
wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter
Record–Standby mode.
EFFECT
Button
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
1
Press EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s
2
name and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The effect is reserved.
Power Switch
3
. 2 seconds, then the
Recording Start/Stop Button
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-
in/out or wipe-in/out.
3
4
To cancel a fade or wipe, press EFFECT repeatedly
until “OFF” appears.
“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade/wipe standby mode is canceled.
NOTES:
● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade
in/out or wipe in/out.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia (੬ pg. 19).
FADER
DOOR (Wipe)
Fades in/out to a black screen.
Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the
left and right, revealing the scene, or wipes out and the
black screen reappears from left and right to cover the
scene.
MOSAIC (Fader)
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a
mosaic pattern.
CW:CORNER (Wipe)
Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the
lower left corner, or wipes out from lower left to upper
right, leaving a black screen.
SHUTTER (Wipe)
A black screen moves in from the top and
bottom, closing over the image like a shutter, or
a new image pushes open the black screen
vertically from the center.
WW:WINDOW (Wipe)
The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the
screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
SLIDE (Wipe)
A black screen moves in from the left to
gradually cover the image, or a new image
moves in from right to left.
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Program AE With Special Effects
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
P.AE
Button
1
2
Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name
and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The mode is activated.
To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until “OFF”
appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.
3
Power Switch
NOTES:
● Only one mode can be engaged at a time.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/Wipe (੬ pg. 18) is used in the Sepia mode.
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.
● In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports” modes, picture color may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by
alternating discharge-type light sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.
SEPIA
TWILIGHT
The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-
tinted (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving
the effect of an older movie. Use together with
Wide (੬ pg. 21) for the authentic look of a
classic Hollywood movie.
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural
and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight
mode is selected:
•Auto gain control is turned off.
•White Balance is set to “
:FINE” (day mode), but can
also be manually changed to another mode (੬ pg. 27).
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10
m (32 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-
camera distance is less than 10 m (32 ft.), use manual
focusing (੬ pg. 26).
SPORTS
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-
moving action.
ND:ND EFFECT
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an
ND filter is used. Helps to counter the effects
of glare on the subject.
S1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed
Shutter)
Captures faster action than Sports mode.
FG:FOG
NEGA POSI
Makes the picture look misty white, as when
an external fog filter is attached to the lens.
Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look.
The colors of a picture are reversed.
NEGA POSI mode
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings.
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
1
Menu access depends on the function you select.
2 If you select the functions from the “Menu Screen
Select Wheel
Display
MENU Button
Available Using The Select Wheel” described on
pg. 21 . . .
.... press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen
appears.
(ex. Menu Screen available using the MENU Button)
If you select the functions from the “Menu Screen
Available Using The MENU Button” described on
pg. 21 and 22 . . .
Menu Screen 1
4
NEXT
D. ZOOM
TELE MACRO
ON
OFF
ON
.... press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the Select Wheel to place the highlight bar on
4
BACK
3
4
the desired function.
REC T I ME
OFF
Menu Screen 2
I NT. T I ME
T I TLE LANG.
DATE / T I ME
JL I P I D NO.
DEMO MODE
OFF
•To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2, rotate
the Select Wheel to “NEXT” and press it. To go back
to Menu Screen 1 from Menu Screen 2, rotate the
Select Wheel to “BACK”, and press it.
•To return to the previous setting, place the highlight
bar on “RETURN”, then go to step 6.
ENGL I SH
0 6
OFF
4
RETURN
Setting Menu
(ex. TITLE LANG.)
T I TLE LANG.
Press the Select Wheel. The setting procedure
depends on the function you select.
ENGL I SH
FRENCH
SPAN I SH
PORTUGUESE
If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, “M.W.B.” or
“DATE/ TIME”. . .
.... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 26,
EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 24, M.W.B.: ੬ pg. 27,
DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 11) and perform each
procedure from step 4.
EX I T
4
BACK
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .
REC T I ME
OFF
I NT. T I ME
T I TLE LANG.
DATE / T I ME
JL I P I D NO.
DEMO MODE
OFF
.... rotate the Select Wheel until the desired number
appears, and press it. Then rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
FRENCH
0 6
OFF
If you select any other functions . . .
.... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar
to the desired setting.
4
RETURN
•To return to the previous setting, place the
highlight bar on “EXIT”.
Normal Screen
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.
5
6
Press the Select Wheel. The normal screen reappears.
NOTE:
No menu functions except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”
are available while in the Record mode.
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MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS
Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel
Refer to “Focusing” (੬ pg. 26).
FOCUS
Refer to “Exposure Control” (੬ pg. 24).
EXPOSURE
M.W.B.
Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”
(੬ pg. 27).
OFF
ON
Does not display black bars.
WIDE
Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen
to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen” effect.
S.LX
MAX
To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, when it is more
convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the
picture becomes slightly coarse.
NORMAL
To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more
convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the
subject becomes slightly dark. This setting is suitable for
measuring sensitivity conforming to EIA-639 (EIA* Standard for
Low Light Sensitivity Measurement).
*EIA : Electronic Industries Alliance
OFF
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness
adjustment.
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (੬ pg. 23).
TITLE
Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor
(੬ pg. 23).
DATE/TIME
DISP.
Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button
This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.
D. ZOOM
ON
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical
zoom limit), to a maximum of 450X digital magnification.
OFF
Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum
16x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during
Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 16X.
TELE MACRO
OFF
ON
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance of
more than 1 m (3.25 ft.) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at
the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can
shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm
(23-5/8").
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
: Factory-preset
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.)
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TAPE LENGTH
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 12).
Refer to “Animation” and “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 25).
REC TIME
Refer to “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 25).
INT. TIME
TITLE LANG.
Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)
of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 23).
DATE/TIME
JLIP ID NO.
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 11).
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer
using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
DEMO MODE
ON
Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, etc. When
“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed,
the demonstration starts.
Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration
stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is
not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration
will resume.
NOTE:
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is
not available.
OFF
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
: Factory-preset
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Date/Time Insert
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
1
2
3
Allows you to display the date and time in the
camcorder or on a connected color monitor, as
well as to record them manually or
automatically.
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.
You should have already performed the Date/
Time Setting procedure (੬ pg. 11).
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“DATE/TIME DISP.” while in Record-Standby, then
press it to display the Date/Time DISP. Menu.
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is
activated.
4
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu
Screen.
5
NOTES:
Select Wheel
Power Switch
DISPLAY
● The selected display can be recorded.
● If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF
mode before shooting.
DEC 2 5 . 9 9
AUTO DATE
● Your camcorder automatically records the date for about
5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following
situations:
AUTO DATE
•After changing the date.
DEC 25. 99
(DATE)
•After loading a cassette.
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating
the Select Wheel.
AM 10 : 25 : 00
(TIME)
● In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with
“AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.
DEC 25. 99 AM 10 : 25 : 00
(DATE&TIME)
No indication
(OFF)
Instant Titles
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
1
2
3
The camcorder has eight preset titles in
memory. You can superimpose one of them
over the video image.
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.
Instant Titles can be displayed not only in
English but also in French, Spanish and
Portuguese. Change the setting in TITLE LANG.
in the Menu Screen. (੬ pg. 20, 22).
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“TITLE” while in Record-Standby, then press it to
display the TITLE Menu.
T I TLE
OFF
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is
activated.
HAPPY B I RTHDAY
OUR VACAT I ON
MERRY CHR I STMAS
4
A
SPEC I AL DAY
•To make the title indication disappear, select “OFF”.
HAPPY HOL I DAYS
OUR NEW BABY
WEDD I NG DAY
CONGRATULAT I ONS
EX I T
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu
Screen.
5
NOTE:
The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the
TITLE Menu.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Exposure Control
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override it and make
the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is
recommended in the following situations:
•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the
background is too bright.
•When shooting on a reflective natural background such
as at the beach or when skiing.
•When the background is overly dark or the subject light.
Select Wheel
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
Power Switch
1
2
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.
Manual Exposure
Screen
0 0
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
3
4
5
“EXPOSURE” and press it. The EXPOSURE Menu
appears.
Exposure control
level counter
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“MANU”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears
and “00” (exposure control level counter) appears.
To brighten the image
To brighten the image, rotate the Select Wheel
upward. The exposure control level counter increases
(maximum +06).
To darken the image, rotate the Select Wheel
downward. The exposure control level counter
decreases (maximum –06).
+
06
–06
To darken the image
Press the Select Wheel. The setting is complete. The
Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”.
6
7
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen disappears
and the exposure control level counter reappers to
indicate the exposure is adjusted.
NOTES:
● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 4.
● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.
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NOTES:
Animation
Before performing the following steps, make
sure that:
You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different,
of the same object for a brief period of time.
● The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”.
● The camcorder is in the Record-Standby
mode.
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
1
● The recording mode is set to “SP”.
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display
2
Menu Screen 2. Then, move the highlight bar to
“REC TIME” and press it. The REC TIME Menu
appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the
highlight bar to the desired recording time, then press
it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar
on “RETURN”.
Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu
Screen.
3
4
Select Wheel
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after focusing
on the subject. The recording stops automatically
Recording
Start/Stop Button
after the selected period of time.
•Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures.
MENU Button
To release the Animation mode, set “REC TIME” in
the Menu screen to “OFF”.
Display
5
REC T I ME
REC TIME Menu
OFF
1 / 4
1 / 2
S
S
Time-Lapse
1
5
S
S
You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving
the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record
subtle changes over an extended period of time.
I NT. T I ME
INT. TIME Menu
OFF
1 5
Set “REC TIME” (੬ step 1 and 2 of “Animation”
S
S
3 0
above).
1
2
1
5
M I N
M I N
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“INT. TIME” and press it. The INT. TIME Menu
appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the
highlight bar to the desired interval time, then press it.
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel again to close the
Menu Screen.
Interval time
indicator
1 5S
1S
Recording time
indicator
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and
intervals alternate automatically.
3
4
INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal
screen
To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “
” is not
”, then set “REC TIME” and
displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
display “
“INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse):
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.
● Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.
● Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation
or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.
● Animation and Time-Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Focus detection zone
Focusing
AUTO FOCUS
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct
focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below
(in these cases use manual focusing):
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in bright-
ness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a
clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate
focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean,
wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets
dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with
a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens,
zoom out first (੬ pg. 16). If zoomed in in
the auto focus mode, the camcorder could
automatically zoom out depending on the
distance between the camcorder and the
subject. This does not occur with “TELE
MACRO” (੬ pg. 21).
* The low-contrast warning “
” appears
MANUAL FOCUS
If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have
made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (੬ pg. 13).
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
1
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.
2
3
4
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“FOCUS” and press it. The FOCUS Menu appears.
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
“MANU”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears and
Select Wheel
“
” and “ ” appear. The focus is locked at this point.
Power Switch
To focus on a farther subject, rotate the Select Wheel
upward. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the Select Wheel
downward. “ ” appears and blinks.
5
Press the Select Wheel. The setting is complete. The
Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”.
6
7
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen disppears
and “
” reappears to indicate the focus is locked.
NOTES:
● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 4.
● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 2.
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed in because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
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White Balance Adjustment
Manual White Balance Operation
A term that refers to the correctness of color
reproduction under various lighting. If the white
balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately
reproduced.
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
various types of lighting.
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
1
2
adjustment, and select “MWB”.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators
control this function manually to achieve a more
professional color/tint reproduction.
Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that
the white paper fills the screen.
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
Press the Select Wheel until “MWB” begins
blinking.
When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops
blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with
the highlight bar on “RETURN”.
1
3
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
2
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight
Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu
Screen.
3
bar to “M.W.B.”, then press it. The Menu Screen
disappears and the M.W.B. Menu appears.
4
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight
bar to the desired setting.
4
“AUTO”
White balance is adjusted automatically (factory
preset).
“
: FINE”
Outdoors on a sunny day.
: CLOUD”
Outdoors on a cloudy day.
: HALOGEN”
“
White paper
“
A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
“MWB”
White balance is set manually.
Select Wheel
Power Switch
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen
reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.
Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu
Screen.
MENU Button
5
To Change The Tint For Recording . . .
.... in step 2, substitute colored paper for white. The
white balance is adjusted based on the color,
changing the tint. Red paper = deeper green;
blue paper = orange; yellow paper = deeper
purple.
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or set the Power
Switch to “AUTO”.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when Sepia
(੬ pg. 19) is activated.
NOTES:
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually
(੬ pg. 26).
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature is
different depending on the light source, the subject
tint will differ depending on the white balance
settings. Use this function for a more natural result.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or
the battery removed.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback
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Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)
Load a tape (੬ pg. 10).
1
2
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. To start playback,
press 4/6.
Speaker
•To stop playback, press 5.
•Press
2
to rewind, or
3
to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
NOTES:
● The camcorder shuts off automatically after about
5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power
Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”.
● When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and the LCD
monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the
LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches
off automatically to save power.
● The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder
(with the LCD monitor shut), on the LCD monitor or on
a connected TV (੬ pg. 30, 31).
Select Wheel
(BRIGHT)
Set to “PLAY”.
Rewind (2) Button
Fast-Forward (3) Button
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and retracted.
Play/Pause (4/6) Button
● If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen
may become black. This is not a malfunction.
Stop (5) Button
LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment: Rotate
the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) towards “+” to brighten, or
towards “–” to darken.
● The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date/
Time Display when you play back images recorded in
Wide Mode (੬ pg. 21).
Speaker Volume Control: Slide the Power
Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to turn up the volume,
or towards “–” to turn down the volume.
● The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the
Date/Time Display when you play back images recorded
in Wide Mode (੬ pg. 21).
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.
1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● Noise bars will appear and the picture will become
monochrome during Still Playback.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either
direction.
1) Press
playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, press and hold or 3. The search
3
for forward or
2
for reverse search during
2
continues as long as you hold the button. Once you
release it, normal playback resumes.
● Noise bars appear and pictures may become mono-
chrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This is normal.
PLAYBACK Features
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Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen
P.STABILIZER Button
during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking.
To activate Manual Tracking:
1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. “MT” appears.
2) Press P.AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until
the noise bars disappear.
● To return to Auto Tracking, press P.AE and EFFECT
simultaneously. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking
finishes, the indication disappears.
EFFECT Button
P.AE Button
● When noise bars appear during playback, the
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is
displayed.
● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on
other VCRs or camcorders.
Set to “PLAY”.
COUNTER R/M
Button
TBC (Time Base Corrector): Removes jitter from
fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even
with old tapes. Factory-preset: TBC is engaged.
To activate/release the TBC mode, press P.STABILIZER
during playback for more than 1 second. When the TBC
mode is activated, “TBC” is displayed.
Rewind (2) Button
Fast-Forward (3) Button
● The “TBC” indicator turns green (gray with a camcorder
equipped with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is
working.
Play/Pause (4/6) Button
● TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle
search.
Stop (5) Button
● The “TBC” indicator turns white while TBC is not
operative.
● It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts
working.
● The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is
activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out points or
when normal playback resumes after still playback or
shuttle search.
● If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to
on, turn off TBC.
Counter Memory Function: Makes it easier to
locate a specific tape segment.
1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1 second.
The counter resets to “0:00:00”.
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second. “M”
appears.
3) After recording or playback, press 5, then 2. The tape
automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.
4) Press 4/6 to start playback.
● The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and
Rewind modes.
● To disable the Counter Memory Function, press COUN-
TER R/M for less than 1 second so that “M” disappears.
PLAYBACK Connections
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These are some basic types of connections. When making connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO
Basic Connections
Use optional Video and Audio cables.
TV
To Video Output
Video cable (optional)
To VIDEO IN
To AUDIO IN
To TV or VCR
Audio cable (optional)
To Audio Output
VCR
Connector cover*
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO
Connection For Tape Dubbing
Use optional Video and Audio cables.
Power Switch
PLAY/PAUSE (4/6)
Button
TV
To Video
Output
To
Video cable
(optional)
VIDEO IN
VCR (Recording deck)
Audio cable (optional)
To Audio Output
To AUDIO IN
Connector cover*
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
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Basic Connections
Tape Dubbing
Make sure all units are turned off.
Following the illustration on pg. 30, connect the
camcorder and the VCR.
1
2
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”,
turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the
VCR.
shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 30).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.
Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause
modes.
3
4
5
3
4
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a
spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is
reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the
TV to its VIDEO mode.
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the
VCR’s Record mode.
5
6
7
NOTES:
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
4/6 on the camcorder.
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (੬ pg. 9).
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,
then stop the VCR and camcorder when
finished.
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO”
or “PRO.”), then set your TV to the appropriate
input mode.
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the
TV as interference will occur in the camcorder
playback picture.
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter
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Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded
with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully compatible
with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter
is battery powered and automatically performs tape
loading and unloading.
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one
“AA (R6)” size battery as shown, then reattach the
cover.
1
2
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment
door, then insert the cassette and close the compart-
ment door.
VCR
Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the
tape back as you would any other.
Compartment door
3
4
Slide the latch and the compartment door opens
automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then, insert
your finger in the hole on the underside of the
adapter as shown in the illustration at left, and push
up and remove the cassette.
NOTES:
●During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the
reels for safety and tape protection.
● During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame,
etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear
on the screen.
Sliding latch
Compact video cassette
● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with
adhesive tape.
Reels
Recording safety hole
USER MAINTENANCE
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LENS COVER Open/Close Ring
After Use
Turn off the camcorder.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Open the LCD monitor fully. Slide EJECT to open the
cassette holder, then remove the cassette.
Press PUSH to close and lock the cassette holder.
Close and lock the LCD monitor.
BATTERY RELEASE
Set to “OFF”.
Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack.
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to close
the lens cover.
Cleaning The Camcorder
To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to
wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.
1
2
Remove.
EJECT Switch
Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with a soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close
the LCD monitor.
PUSH Button
To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, then
wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
3
4
5
6
To detach the eyepiece, turn it counterclockwise and
pull it out.
Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower
brush.
Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been
disconnected.
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product.
● When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the viewfinder securely.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,
etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery
pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as
usual from the beginning.
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
POWER
No power is supplied.
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly
(੬ pg. 8).
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 8).
● The power supply has not been correctly connected
(੬ pg. 9).
The power suddenly goes off and
does not come back on by itself.
● The battery pack has completely discharged.
● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then
after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still
does not come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
RECORDING
Recording cannot be performed.
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have
removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the
hole with adhesive tape (੬ pg. 10).
Recording does not start.
● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to
“CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”.) (੬ pg. 14).
Animation or Time-Lapse is not
available.
● Before recording in the Animation mode at the very
beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording
mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly.
Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to
begin an animated program (੬ pg. 25).
PLAYBACK
The tape is running, but there is no
playback picture.
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.
● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has
not been set to VIDEO.
Playback picture is blurred or
interrupted.
● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.
The counter indication is blurred
during Still playback.
● This is normal.
TAPE TRANSPORT
The tape stops during fast-forward or
rewind.
● The Counter Memory Function has been activated
(੬ pg. 29).
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot
be performed.
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
OTHER
During recording, the indications do
not appear.
● Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the
indications appear (੬ pg. 15).
The tape will not eject.
● The battery pack is running low.
● If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees, the EJECT
Switch does not function.
Some functions are not available.
● The Power Switch is set to “AUTO”.
● Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible
to use.
Vertical white lines appear when
shooting a very bright object.
● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the
background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the
camcorder.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in
the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of
the camcorder.
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be
hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power
Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.
Colored bright spots appear all over
the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
● The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-
precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots
of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the
LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. These spots are not
recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the
unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)
The indicators and the picture color
on the LCD monitor are not clear.
● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD
monitor is pressed.
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and
the lens have become dirty (ex.
fingerprints).
● Wipe them gently with a soft cloth. Gently wipe in a
semicircular motion, as wiping strongly spreads the stain
and it won’t come out easily.
The picture is blurred in the Quick
Review or Retake mode.
● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise
may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬ pg. 12).
An error number (i.e. E03) appears.
● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power
source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again.
If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult
your nearest JVC dealer.
The image is out of focus.
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 13).
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of
Auto Focus (੬ pg. 26).
The date and time displays
disappear.
● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while
the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make
sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting
the power source.
The wrong date and time are
displayed/recorded.
● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 11),
the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be
sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.
Even though the lens cover is open,
the Lens Cover Warning indicator
blinks.
● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the
camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position
of the lens cover.
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
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t
i
2
1
y
)
u
o
q
w
6
7
W
8
0
9
!
@
%
#
$
(
3 4 5
p
Q
E
R
T
e
^
& r *
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Controls
Connectors
1 Diopter Adjustment Control ................. ੬ pg. 13
) DC IN Connector................................... ੬ pg. 9
2 Lens Cover Open/Close Ring................ ੬ pg. 14
The connectors q to e are located beneath the
cover.
3 5-Second Recording Button
[5 SEC. REC] ........................................ ੬ pg. 17
q Video Output Connector ...................... ੬ pg. 30
4 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 16
w Audio Output Connector ..................... ੬ pg. 30
•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ........ ੬ pg. 28
e J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
5 •Picture Stabilizer Button
Connector]
[P.STABILIZER] .................................. ੬ pg. 16
•Time Base Corrector Button ............... ੬ pg. 29
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device
such as a personal computer.
For further details consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR
is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a
J terminal.
6 Program AE Button [P.AE]..................... ੬ pg. 19
7 Fade/Wipe Button [EFFECT] ................. ੬ pg. 18
8 •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... ੬ pg. 17
•Quick Review Button [ R] ............. ੬ pg. 17
•Rewind Button [REW] ....................... ੬ pg. 28
Indicators
9 •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... ੬ pg. 17
•Fast-Forward Button [FF] ................... ੬ pg. 28
r Power Lamp ........................................ ੬ pg. 14
0 Stop Button [STOP] .............................. ੬ pg. 28
Other Parts
! Play/Pause Button
[PLAY/PAUSE] ..................................... ੬ pg. 28
t Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 9
y Viewfinder ........................................... ੬ pg. 13
u Grip Strap ............................................ ੬ pg. 13
@ •Select Wheel [PUSH] ........................ ੬ pg. 20
•Bright Dial [BRIGHT] .................. ੬ pg. 14, 28
# MENU/DISPLAY Button ................. ੬ pg. 15, 20
i Camera sensor
$ •Recording Mode Button [SP/EP] ......... ੬ pg. 12
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
•Counter Reset/Memory Button
[COUNTER R/M] .............................. ੬ pg. 29
o Microphone
% EJECT Switch ....................................... ੬ pg. 10
^ Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 14
& Power Switch
For use when recording.
p Eyepiece .............................................. ੬ pg. 33
Q Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 28
W LCD Monitor ....................................... ੬ pg. 15
E Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... ੬ pg. 13
R Clock Battery Slot ................................ ੬ pg. 10
T Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... ੬ pg. 13
[
, OFF, AUTO, PRO.] .............. ੬ pg. 14, 28
* Battery Release Switch
[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. ੬ pg. 9
( PUSH Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 10
INDEX Indications
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Indications During Recording
1
2
3
4
5
1 2 0M I N
REC EP
T4 0
6
$
%
444
T
W
I L I GHT
PAUSE
7
9
+
0 2
8
0
!
#
^
M
WB
a
1X
&
5M I N
1 / 2S
BR I GHT
CONGRATULAT I ONS
–––––6–––––
+
–
@
b
:
:
DEC 2 5 . 9 9
AM 1 1 4 5 1 8
1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... ੬ pg. 15
6 Recording Indicator ............................. ੬ pg. 14
9 Picture Stabilizer Indicator ................... ੬ pg. 16
Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.
2 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ ੬ pg. 12
0 •Interval Timer/Recording Time
3,7 Program AE Indicator ...................... ੬ pg. 19
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when
Program AE with special effects is switched from
one mode to another by pressing P.AE., then only
the indicator remains at 7.
3,8 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 18
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when the
Fade/Wipe is switched from one effect to another
by pressing EFFECT, then only the indicator
remains at 8.
Indicator ........................................... ੬ pg. 25
•5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator................. ੬ pg. 17
! Bright Level Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 14
@ Instant Title Display ............................. ੬ pg. 23
# Date/Time Display ............................... ੬ pg. 23
$ Focus Indicator .................................... ੬ pg. 26
% Exposure Control Level Counter ........... ੬ pg. 24
^ White Balance Mode Indicator............. ੬ pg. 27
& Record–Standby Mode Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 14
4 Tape Length Indicator .......................... ੬ pg. 12
5 Zoom Indicator Bar.............................. ੬ pg. 16
Zoom Level Indicator
Approximate Zoom Ratio
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1 Cassette Indicator
Indications During Playback
Displayed when a tape is loaded.
2 TBC Indicator ...................................... ੬ pg. 29
3 Tape Counter ....................................... ੬ pg. 29
4 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ ੬ pg. 12
5 Tape Running Indicator
1
2
3 4 5 6
SP
4
4
: Playback
–
:
:
TBC
1
2 3 4 5
AT
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
: Rewind/Shuttle Search
: Pause
6 Tracking Indicator ................................ ੬ pg. 29
7 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 28
•VOLUME: Speaker Volume
Indicator ........................................... ੬ pg. 28
–––––6–––––
+
VOLUME
–
7
Warning Indications
Indications
Function
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level: high. It does not necessarily
mean that the battery pack is fully charged.
Remaining power level: exhausted
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
power warning).
blinks (battery
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the Erase Protection tab is not in the position
that allows recording. (੬ pg. 10)
Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the power is turned on. This display also blinks when
the clock (lithium) battery is either not installed or has discharged. Install or replace the
old battery with a new one.
(੬ pg. 10)
Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward.
(੬ pg. 15)
TAPE END
Blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the lens cover closed.
LENS COVER
(੬ pg. 14)
These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case,
all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Turn the unit off (without
removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear, and turn it on
again.
CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads
during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning cassette. If the warning remains
after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED
USE CLEANING
CASSETTE
E01—E06
UNIT IN
SAFEGUARD MODE
REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY
The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an
error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery,
etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
CAUTIONS
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When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas
other than the USA
Battery Packs
Ⅲ The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC
wall outlet other than American National Standard
C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a
“Siemens Plug”, as shown.
The battery packs are nickel-cadmium
or nickel metal-hydride batteries.
Before using the supplied battery pack
or an optional battery pack, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. To avoid hazard . . .
... do not burn.
Terminals
... do not short-circuit the terminals.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... use only specified chargers.
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... avoid repeated charging without fully
discharging.
Plug adapter
... charge in an environment where temperatures
are within the tolerances shown in the chart
below. This is a chemical reaction type
battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical
reaction, while warmer temperatures can
prevent complete charging.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to
high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
General Battery Precautions
•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not
functioning even when correctly operated, the
battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.
•Use only the following battery:
C-P6U or C-P7U ...................... AA (R6) size
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, the battery can leak or explode.
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when
replacing the battery.
NOTES:
●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging .............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
20°C (68°F.)
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it
can leak or explode.
3. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.
4. Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
EN41
... in places where humidity is extremely low.
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
... in direct sunlight.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
Cassettes
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater.
... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
automatically erases the previously recorded
video and audio signals.
... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
... do not load and unload the cassette
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at
all. This slackens the tape and can result in
damage.
... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
... allow it to become wet.
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.
... carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD
monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with
both hands or use the grip.
... swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
2. Store cassettes . . .
... away from heaters or other heat sources.
... out of direct sunlight.
... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
... where they won’t be exposed to strong
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).
... vertically, in their original cases.
LCD Monitor
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
DO NOT . . .
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on
the bottom.
Main Unit
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
2. To prolong service life . . .
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects
to enter the unit.
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use. These are not malfunctions:
•While using the camcorder, the surface around the
LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor
may heat up.
•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
About moisture condensation . . .
● You may have observed that pouring a cold
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to
form on the glass’ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
camcorder when it is moved from a cool place
to a warm place, after heating a cold room,
under extremely humid conditions or in a
place directly subjected to the cool air from an
air conditioner.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.
... in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
TERMS
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A
M
AC Power Adapter/Charger ......................... pg. 8, 9
Animation Recording .................................... pg. 25
Auto Date Record ......................................... pg. 23
Auto Focus.................................................... pg. 26
Auto Shut Off .......................................... pg. 15, 28
Manual Focus ............................................... pg. 26
Menu Screen......................................... pg. 20 – 22
N
ND Effect Mode ............................................ pg. 19
Nega/Posi Mode ........................................... pg. 19
B
P
Battery Pack .......................................... pg. 8, 9, 40
Brighten The Image ....................................... pg. 24
Brighten The LCD Monitor ............................ pg. 14
Picture Stabilizer ........................................... pg. 16
Power Switch Position .................................. pg. 14
Program AE With Special Effects ................... pg. 19
Provided Accessories ...................................... pg. 7
C
Car Battery ...................................................... pg. 9
Cassette Adapter ........................................... pg. 32
Charge Marker ................................................ pg. 8
Charging The Battery Pack .............................. pg. 8
Clean The Camcorder ................................... pg. 33
Clock (Lithium) Battery ................................. pg. 10
Connection To A VCR/TV ............................. pg. 30
Contents ................................................ cover page
Counter Memory ........................................... pg. 29
Q
Quick Review ............................................... pg. 17
R
Recording Mode ........................................... pg. 12
Record-Standby ............................................ pg. 14
Retake ........................................................... pg. 17
Rewind The Tape .......................................... pg. 28
S
D
Self-Recording .............................................. pg. 15
Sepia Mode ................................................... pg. 19
Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................ pg. 13
Shuttle Search ............................................... pg. 28
Specifications................................................ pg. 43
Sports Mode.................................................. pg. 19
Still Playback ................................................ pg. 28
Super LoLux (S.LX) ........................................ pg. 21
Darken The Image ........................................ pg. 24
Darken The LCD Monitor ............................. pg. 14
Date/Time Display ........................................ pg. 23
Date/Time Settings ........................................ pg. 11
Demonstration Mode ................................ pg. 7, 22
Digital Zoom ................................................ pg. 21
Diopter Adjustment ....................................... pg. 13
E
T
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ............................ pg. 19
Erase Protection ............................................ pg. 10
Exposure Control .......................................... pg. 24
Tape Counter ................................................ pg. 29
Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 30, 31
Tape Length Setting ....................................... pg. 12
Tele Macro .................................................... pg. 21
Time Base Corrector ..................................... pg. 29
Time-Lapse Shooting ..................................... pg. 25
Tracking ........................................................ pg. 29
Tripod Mounting ........................................... pg. 13
Twilight Mode ............................................... pg. 19
F
Fade-In/Out .................................................. pg. 18
Fast-Forward Tape ......................................... pg. 28
5 Sec. Recording ........................................... pg. 17
G
Grip Adjustment............................................ pg. 13
U
H
Unload A Tape .............................................. pg. 10
High Speed Shutter Mode ............................. pg. 19
V
I
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................. pg. 13
Instant Titles .................................................. pg. 23
Interface Shooting ......................................... pg. 15
W
White Balance Adjustment ............................ pg. 27
Wide Mode ................................................... pg. 21
Wipe-In/Out.................................................. pg. 18
J
JLIP ID NO. ................................................... pg. 22
Journalistic Shooting ..................................... pg. 15
Z
L
Zooming ....................................................... pg. 16
LCD monitor/Viewfinder, Indications ...... pg. 38, 39
Load A Tape .................................................. pg. 10
SPECIFICATIONS
EN43
Connectors
Camcorder
JLIP
: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head
General
jack (compatible with
RC-5325 plug)
: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω unbalanced,
Format
: VHS NTSC standard
Video
Audio
Power source
Power consumption
LCD monitor off,
viewfinder on
LCD monitor on,
viewfinder off
LCD monitor on,
viewfinder on
Signal system
: DC 6.0 V
analog output
(via Video output connector)
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ analog
output (via Audio output
connector)
: 4.2 W
: 4.6 W
AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V16U
: 5.2 W
: NTSC-type
Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`,
50 Hz/60 Hz
Video recording system
Luminance
Color
: FM recording
: Converted sub-carrier
direct recording
Power consumption : 23 W
Output
Charge
VTR
Charging system
: DC 8.5 V
: DC 6.3 V
, 1.3 A
, 1.8 A
Conforms to VHS standard
Cassette
:
cassette
: Constant current, peak
detection, timer controlled
: 125 mm x 42 mm x 68 mm
(4-15/16" x 1-11/16" x
2-11/16")
Tape speed
SP
EP
: 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)
: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
Recording time (max.)
SP
: 40 minutes
Weight
: Approx. 270 g (0.6 lbs)
EP
: 120 minutes (with TC-40)
Operating
temperature
Cassette Adapter C-P7U
: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%
Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C
(–4°F to 122°F)
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
Weight
: 188 mm x 25 mm x 104 mm
(7-7/16" x 1" x 4-1/8")
: Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs)
: “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1
Weight
: Approx. 890 g (2.0 lbs)
Accessory
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
: 198 mm x 119 mm x 99 mm
(7-13/16" x 4-11/16" x 3-15/
16") (with the LCD monitor
closed and with the view-
finder fully tilted downward)
: 1/4" format CCD
: F1.6, f = 3.9 to 62.4 mm,
16:1 power zoom lens with
auto iris and macro control,
filter diameter 40.5 mm
Optional Accessories
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V856U
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U
•Battery Charger BH-VC10U
•Audio/Video Cable
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U
•Compact VHS (
Pickup
Lens
) Cassettes TC-40/30/20
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
Viewfinder
: Electronic viewfinder with
0.5" black/white CRT
White balance
adjustment
LCD monitor
Some accessories are not available in some areas.
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details
on accessories and their availability.
: Auto/Manual adjustment
: 2.5" diagonally measured,
LCD panel/TFT active matrix
system
Speaker
: Monaural
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
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