Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
2 – 4 and 6 to ensure safe use of this
product.
ENGLISH
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
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GETTING STARTED
GR-D338AH
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
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Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
For Accessories:
ADVANCED FEATURES
22
35
REFERENCES
42
TERMS
PAL
To deactivate the demonstration,
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.
(੬ pg. 22, 25)
INSTRUCTIONS
EN
LYT1598-001A
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
● The rating information and safety caution of
the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower
sides.
CAUTIONS:
÷ If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it down
and unplug it immediately. Continue using the
camcorder or AC Adapter under these
conditions could lead to fire or electric shock.
Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to
repair the malfunction yourself.
÷ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
÷ When you are not using the AC Adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm 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.
CAUTION:
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.)
To avoid electric
shock or damage to
the unit, first firmly
insert the small end
of the power cord into
the AC Adapter until it
is no longer wobbly,
and then plug the
larger end of the
power cord into an
AC outlet.
CAUTIONS:
÷ This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour 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.
● This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate
only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC
BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs
and, to recharge them or to supply power to
the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the
provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different
countries.)
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EN
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into
the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as
lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry.
There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach
and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding
the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the
cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate
the camcorder, as they are particularly
susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is
not recommended, as tripping on the cables will
cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
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Major Features of this Camcorder
Wipe/Fader Effects
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make
Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button
pro-style scene transitions. (੬ pg. 30)
brightens the image darkened by backlight.
(੬ pg. 28)
Fade in
÷ You can also select a spot metering area so
that more precise exposure compensation
is available. (੬ pg. 29, Spot Exposure
Control)
Fade out
Program AE and Special Effects
For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast-
moving images to be captured one frame at a
time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (੬ pg. 31)
Data Battery
pressing the DATA button. (੬ pg. 13)
BATTERY CONDITION
LEVEL
100
MAX TIME
%
LCD
80min
50
0
FINDER
90min
Auto Button
You can change the recording mode between
manual setting to the standard mode setting
of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO
button.(੬ pg. 14)
AUTO
MANUAL
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Before Using This Camcorder
Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini
DV mark
.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the
digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked
“
” can be used with this unit.
Remember that this camcorder is not
compatible with other digital video formats.
Remember that this camcorder is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission is
prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a
show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Before recording important video, be sure to
make a trial recording.
Play back your trial recording to make sure the
video and audio have been recorded properly.
We recommend cleaning your video heads
before use.
If you haven’t used your camcorder for a while, the
heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically
cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette
(optional).
Be sure to store your cassette tapes and
camcorder in the proper environment.
Video heads can become dirty more easily if your
cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty
area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the
camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the
camcorder in a bag or other container.
Use SP (Standard) mode for important video
recordings.
LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more
video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may
experience mosaic-like noise during playback
depending on the tape characteristics and the
usage environment.
So, for important recordings, we recommend using
SP mode.
It is recommended that you use JVC brand
cassette tapes.
Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of
commercially available cassette tapes complying
with the MiniDV standard, but JVC brand cassette
tapes are designed and optimized to maximize the
performance of your camcorder.
Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 39 – 40.
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GETTING STARTED
8 ADVANCED FEATURES
22
Index................................................................. 8
Provided Accessories..................................... 11
Power ............................................................. 12
Operation Mode.............................................. 14
Auto/Manual Mode ......................................... 14
Power-Linked Operation................................. 14
Language Settings.......................................... 14
Date/Time Settings......................................... 15
Grip Adjustment.............................................. 15
Viewfinder Adjustment.................................... 15
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display........... 15
Tripod Mounting.............................................. 16
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....................... 16
Night-Scope....................................................26
Snapshot (Record still Image on Tape) .......... 26
Manual Focus .................................................27
Exposure Control............................................27
Iris Lock ..........................................................28
Backlight Compensation................................. 28
Spot Exposure Control.................................... 29
White Balance Adjustment.............................. 29
Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 30
Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 30
Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects ....... 31
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
17
VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 17
Basic Recording ............................................. 17
Tape Remaining Time ................................ 17
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................... 17
Zooming...................................................... 18
Journalistic Shooting .................................. 18
Time Code.................................................. 18
Quick Review.............................................. 19
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...... 19
EDITING............................................................ 32
Dubbing To A VCR ......................................... 32
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing).............. 33
Connection To A Personal Computer............. 34
REFERENCES
35
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 20
Normal Playback ............................................ 20
Still Playback .............................................. 20
Shuttle Search............................................ 20
Blank Search .............................................. 20
Playback Snapshot..................................... 20
Connections To A TV Or VCR........................ 21
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 35
USER MAINTENANCE......................................... 38
CAUTIONS ........................................................ 39
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 41
TERMS
42
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Controls
1Rewind Button [1] (੬ pg. 20)
Left Button [1] (੬ pg. 14)
Speaker (੬ pg. 20)
Grip Strap (੬ pg. 15)
Lens
Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW]
(੬ pg. 19)
2Set Button [SET] (੬ pg. 14)
3Stop Button [7] (੬ pg. 20)
Backlight Compensation Button
[BACKLIGHT] (੬ pg. 28)
Camera Sensor
Stud Hole (੬ pg. 16)
Tripod Mounting Socket (੬ pg. 16)
Cassette Holder Cover (੬ pg. 16)
Down Button [4] (੬ pg. 22)
4Play/Pause Button [6] (੬ pg. 20)
Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] (੬ pg. 27)
Up Button [3] (੬ pg. 22)
5Wide Button [WIDE] (੬ pg. 26)
Blank Search [BLANK] (੬ pg. 20)
6Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 22)
7Fast-Forward Button [¡] (੬ pg. 20)
Right Button [2] (੬ pg. 14)
Night Button [NIGHT] (੬ pg. 26)
8Diopter Adjustment Control (੬ pg. 15)
9Auto Button [AUTO] (੬ pg. 14)
!Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] (੬ pg. 26)
"Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (੬ pg. 18)
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]
(੬ pg. 20)
#Battery Release Button [PUSH BATT.]
(੬ pg. 12)
$Recording Start/Stop Button (੬ pg. 17)
%Power Switch [REC, OFF, PLAY] (੬ pg. 14)
&Lock Button (੬ pg. 14)
(Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]
(੬ pg. 16)
Connectors
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
)Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
(੬ pg. 21, 32)
~DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 12)
+DigitalVideo Connector [DV IN/OUT] (i.LINK*)
(੬ pg. 33, 34)
* i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions there of. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.LINK
standard.
Indicators
POWER/CHARGE Lamp (੬ pg. 12, 17)
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~Wipe/Fader Mode indicator (੬ pg. 30)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Video Recording
10 x
BRIGHT
–1
1/50
B/W
. 1:15
1 1
.
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1Auto/Manual Mode Indicator
: Auto Mode
12BIT
: Manual Mode
2
: Night-Scope Indicator (੬ pg. 26)
: Gain Up Mode (੬ pg. 23)
3Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 31)
BLANK SEARCH
PUSH STOP BUTTON
TO CANCEL
"
"
4White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 29)
5Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 31)
6Program AE Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 31)
7SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator
after turning on the camcorder.)
VOLUME
15 : 29 : 03
. 1:15
1 1
.
20P0M6
8Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 37)
9Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ pg. 18)
!Zoom indicator (੬ pg. 18)
"Digital Image Stabilizer (੬ pg. 23)
#Wide Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 26)
$Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (੬ pg. 23)
(Only LP indicator is displayed)
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator
(੬ pg. 37)
2Blank Search Indicator (੬ pg. 20)
3Tape Speed (SP/LP) (੬ pg. 25)
(Only LP indicator is displayed.)
4Cassette indicator.
53: Playback
%Tape Running Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
(Rotates while tape is running.)
&Tape Remaining Time (੬ pg. 17)
(REC: (Appears during recording.) (੬ pg. 17)
PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby
mode.) (੬ pg. 17)
¡: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
1: Rewind/Shuttle Search
8: Pause
6Date/Time (੬ pg. 15)
7VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (੬ pg. 20)
BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD
monitor/Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 15)
8Time Code (੬ pg. 25)
PHOTO: (Appears when taking snapshot.)
(੬ pg. 26)
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator (੬ pg. 29)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(੬ pg. 28)
)
9Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 25)
: Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 28)
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 27)
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How To Attach The Lens Cap
Provided Accessories
To protect the lens, attach
the provided lens cap to the
camcorder as shown in the
illustration.
correctly make sure the cap is
flush to the camcorder.
Place here during
shooting.
1 AC Adapter AP-V14E
2 Power Cord
3 Battery Pack BN-VF707U
4 Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA
plug)
5 Shoulder Strap (੬ pg. 11 for attachment)
6 Lens Cap (੬ pg. 11 for attachment)
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap
Follow the illustration.
1 Thread the strap through the eyelet.
2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap
guide and the buckle.
÷ To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then
tighten the strap in the buckle.
NOTES:
● In order to maintain optimum performance of the
camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one
core filter, the end that is closest to the filter
should be connected to the camcorder.
● Make sure to use the provided cables for
connections. Do not use any other cables.
3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.
Buckle
Strap guide
2
3
1
Eyelet
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To detach the battery pack
Slide the battery pack upward while pressing
PUSH BATT. to detach it.
Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system
lets you choose the most appropriate source of
power. Do not use provided power supply units
with other equipment.
Battery pack
BN-VF707U*
Charging time
Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
Approx. 2 hr. 40 min.
Approx. 5 hr. 40 min.
BN-VF714U
BN-VF733U
* Provided
Charging The Battery Pack
Battery pack mount
NOTES:
● It is recommended that only genuine JVC
batteries are used in this camcorder. Using
generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage
to the internal charging circuitry.
PUSH
Battery pack
BATT.
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery
pack, remove it first.
● During charging, the camcorder cannot be
operated.
● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of
battery is used.
Arrow
POWER/
CHARGE
lamp
● When charging the battery pack for the first time
or after a long storage period, the POWER/
CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove
the battery pack from the camcorder, then try
charging again.
To AC outlet
To DC connector
Power switch
● 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.
AC Adapter
● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
● Using the optional AA-VF7 Battery Charger, you
can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U
battery pack without the camcorder.
● After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby
mode with the cassette inserted, and no operation
is performed (“ PAUSE” indicator may not
appear), the camcorder will automatically turn off
its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this
case, the battery charge starts if the battery is
attached to the camcorder.
To AC outlet
Power Cord
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.
2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
downward, push the battery pack slightly against
the battery pack mount 1.
3 Slide down the battery pack until it locks in
place 2.
4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.
5 Connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter.
6 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The
POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder
blinks to indicate charging has started.
7 When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out,
charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter
from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter
from the camcorder.
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Using The Battery Pack
Using AC Power
Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery
Perform step 4 in “Charging The Battery Pack”.
Pack”.
NOTE:
The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
Maximum continuous recording time
LCD monitor
Battery pack
Viewfinder on
on
1 hr. 30 min.
3 hr.
About Batteries
BN-VF707U*
BN-VF714U
BN-VF733U
* Provided
1 hr. 40 min.
3 hr. 25 min.
8 hr.
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive
heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its
terminals to come in contact with metals, as this
can result in a short circuit and possibly start a
fire.
7 hr.
NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
To resume the original function of the
accurate battery power indication
If the battery power indication differs from the
actual operating time, fully charge the battery,
and then run it down. However this function may
not turn back if the battery was used for a long
period of time under extremely high/low
temperature condition or charged too many
times.
● Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly.
● The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
● The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
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.
Data Battery System
You can check the remaining battery power and
the recordable time.
1) Make sure the battery is attached and the
Power Switch is set to “OFF”.
2) Open the LCD monitor fully.
3) Press DATA, and the battery status screen
appears.
● It is displayed for approx. 5 seconds if the
button is pressed and released quickly, and for
15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold
for several seconds.
● If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears
instead of the battery status even though you
tried to press DATA several times, there may
be a problem with your battery. In such a case,
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
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Power-Linked Operation
Operation Mode
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch
to any operation mode except “OFF” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.
When the Power Switch is set to “REC”, you can
also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/
closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in
the viewfinder.
INFORMATION:
Lock Button
POWER/
The following explanations in this manual
operation. If you want to use the viewfinder,
close the LCD monitor and pull out the
viewfinder fully.
CHARGE lamp
MENU
AUTO
Language Settings
The language on the display can be changed.
1 Set the Power Switch to
“REC” while pressing
down the Lock Button
Choose the appropriate operation mode
according to your preference using the Power
Switch.
LANGUAGE
located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor
Power Switch Position
fully. (੬ pg. 17)
REC:
Set the recording mode to
● Allows you to perform recording on the tape.
● Allows you to set various recording functions
using the Menus. (੬ pg. 22)
3.P(੬respsgM. 1E5N)U. The Menu Screen appears.
4 Press 3or 4to select “DISPLAY”, and press
SET or 2. The DISPLAY Menu ( ΰඊ )
appears.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
5 Press 3or 4to select “LANGUAGE”, and
● Allows you to play back a recording on the
tape.
● Allows you to set various playback functions
using the Menus. (੬ pg. 22)
press SET or 2.
6 Press 3or 4to select
the desired language, and
press SET or 2.
LANGUAGE
7 Press MENU. The
Auto/Manual Mode
Menu Screen closes.
Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/
manual recording mode. When manual mode is
selected, the indicator “ ” appears on the LCD
monitor.
NOTES:
● Press 1whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
● You cannot enter menu screen during recording.
Auto Mode:
You can record using no special effects or
manual adjustments.
Manual Mode:
Manual recording is possible by setting various
functions.
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Date/Time Settings
Viewfinder Adjustment
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all
times, but its display can be turned on or off
during playback. (੬ pg. 24)
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and
locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it
manually for best viewability.
1 Perform steps 1 – 4 in “Language Settings”
(੬ pg. 14).
3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
2 Press 3or 4to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and
press SET or 2. The date display format is
highlighted.
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Example:
3 Press 3or 4to select the desired date
display format, then press SET or 2. Select from
“MONTH.DATE.YEAR”, “DATE.MONTH.YEAR”
or “YEAR.MONTH.DATE”.
4 Press 3or 4to select the time display
format, then press SET or 2. Select from “24h”
or “12h”.
5 Set the year, month, day, hour and minute.
Press 3or 4to select the value, then press SET
or 2. Repeat this step until you have input all the
settings.
Diopter Adjustment Control
CAUTION:
When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to
pinch your fingers.
NOTE:
Press 1to MENU return to the previous setting.
Brightness Adjustment Of The
Display
6 Press MENU.The Menu
D I SPLAY
screen closes.
CLOCK ADJ .
M
O
NTH . DATE . YEAR
24h
1 Set the Power Switch
to “REC” or “PLAY” while
pressing down the Lock
Button located on the
switch.
1
.
1
. 2 0 06
13 : 00
Grip Adjustment
2 Open the LCD monitor
fully. (੬ pg. 17)
1 Adjust the velcro strip.
÷ To adjust the brightness of
the viewfinder, pull out the
viewfinder fully and set
“PRIORITY” to “FINDER”
(੬ pg. 23, 24).
2 Pass your right hand
through the loop and grasp
the grip.
MENU
3 Adjust your thumb and
fingers through the grip to
easily operate the
Recording Start/Stop
Button, Power Switch and
Power Zoom Lever. Be
3 Press MENU. The
Menu Screen appears. If
you are in Playback mode,
please proceed to Step 5.
BRIGHT
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4 Press 3or 4to select “DISPLAY”, and press
SET or >. The DISPLAY Menu appears.
sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.
5 Press 3or 4to select “BRIGHT”, and press
SET or 2. The Menu Screen closes and the
brightness control indicator appears.
6 Press 3or 4until the appropriate brightness
is reached and press SET or 2.
7 Press MENU. The menu screen closes.
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To protect valuable recordings
Tripod Mounting
Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the
tape in the direction of “SAVE”.This prevents the
tape from being recorded over. To record on this
tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading
it.
To attach the camcorder
to a tripod, align the
direction stud and screw
to the mounting socket
and stud hole on the
camcorder. Then tighten
the screw clockwise.
● Some tripods are not
equipped with studs.
NOTES:
● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder
does not open, close the cassette holder cover
and try again. If the cassette holder still does not
open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
● If the tape does not load properly, open the
cassette holder cover fully and remove the
cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.
● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm environment, wait a short
time before opening the cassette holder cover.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load
or eject a cassette.
OPEN/EJECT
PUSH
Cassette holder
cover
Erase
protection tab
Cassette holder
Make sure the window side
is facing out.
1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction
of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover
open until it locks. The cassette holder opens
automatically.
÷ Do not touch internal components.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH” to
close the cassette holder.
÷ Be sure to press only the section labelled “PUSH”
to close the cassette holder; touching other parts
may cause your finger to get caught in the
cassette holder, resulting in injury or product
damage.
÷ Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.
÷ When the battery pack’s charge is low, you may
not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do
not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a
fully charged one or use AC power before
continuing.
3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it
locks into place.
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Approximate tape remaining
time appears on the display.
“---min” means the
camcorder is calculating the
remaining time. When the
remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication
starts blinking.
● The time required to calculate and display the
remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the
calculation, may vary according to the type of tape
used.
Basic Recording
NOTE:
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed
below:
● Power (੬ pg. 12)
● Loading A Cassette (੬ pg. 16)
Power Zoom Lever
POWER/CHARGE Lamp
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder
While using the LCD monitor:
Lock Button
Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull
Recording Start/Stop Button
on the end
of the LCD monitor and open the
LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270° (90°
downward, 180° upward).
1 Remove the lens cap. (੬ pg. 11)
2 Open the LCD monitor fully.
180°
3 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
● The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
“
PAUSE” is displayed.
● To record in LP (Long Play) mode, ੬ pg. 23.
90°
4 To start recording, press the Recording Start/
Stop Button. “
REC” appears on the display
While using the viewfinder:
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and
locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.
while recording is in progress.
5 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/
Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters the
Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
● The image will not appear simultaneously on the
viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is
“PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM
Menu. (੬ pg. 22, 24)
● Coloured bright spots may appear all over the
LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is
not a malfunction. (੬ pg. 36)
Approximate recording time
Recording mode
Tape
SP
LP
45 min.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
90 min.
120 min.
NOTES:
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for
5 minutes and no operation is performed
(“
PAUSE” indicator may not appear), the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically.To turn
the camcorder on again, push back and pull out
the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD
monitor.
● When a blank portion is left between recorded
scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted
and errors may occur when editing the tape. To
avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of
A Tape” (☞ pg. 19).
● To turn the melody sounds off, ੬ pg. 22, 24.
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Zooming
Journalistic Shooting
Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an
instantaneous change in image magnification.
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°
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
● The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
Zoom in (T:Telephoto)
upward).
1
x
10
x
Time Code
20
x
40
x
During recording, a time code is recorded on the
tape. This code is to confirm the location of the
recorded scene on the tape during playback.
Display
Zoom out (W:Wide angle)
Minutes
10
x
Digital zoom zone
32X (optical) zoom zone
Seconds
Frames*
(25 frames = 1 second)
12 : 34 : 24
Approximate zoom ratio
* Frames are not displayed during recording.
NOTES:
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time
● Focusing may become unstable during zooming.
In this case, set the zoom while in Record-
Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from
(੬ pg. 27), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 800X, or it
can be switched to 32X magnification using the
optical zoom. (੬ pg. 23)
● Zoom magnification of over 32X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever
is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO”
in FUNCTION Menu on page 23.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom
out first. If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the
camcorder may automatically zoom out
depending on the distance between the
camcorder and the subject. This will not occur
when “TELE MACRO” is set to “ON”. (੬ pg. 23)
the end of a previously recorded scene, the time
code continues from the last time code number.
If during recording a blank portion is left partway
through the tape, the time code is interrupted.
When recording is resumed, the time code
starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This
means the camcorder may record the same time
codes as those existing in a previously recorded
scene. To prevent this, perform Recording From
The Middle Of A Tape (੬ pg. 19) in the following
cases;
● When shooting again after playing back a
recorded tape.
● When power shuts off during shooting.
● When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting.
● When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
● When shooting on a blank portion located partway
through the tape.
● When shooting again after shooting a scene then
opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
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NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME
CODE” is set to “ON”. (੬ pg. 24)
Quick Review
Enables to check the end of the last recording.
1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording-
Standby mode.
2) Tape is rewound for about several seconds
and played back automatically, then pauses in
the Recording-Standby mode for the next shot.
● Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is
normal.
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search
(੬ pg. 20) to find the spot at which you want to
start recording, then engage the Still Playback
mode. (੬ pg. 20)
2) Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch,
then start recording.
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● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display
during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Normal Playback
¡
ATTENTION:
VOL. +/–
Lock Button
During Shuttle Search, parts
of the picture may not be
clearly visible, particularly on
the left side of the screen.
6
1
Speaker
MENU
Blank Search
7
Helps you find where you should start recording
in the middle of a tape to avoid time code
interruption. (੬ pg. 19)
1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16)
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.
1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16)
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.
3 To start playback, press 6.
4 To stop playback, press 7.
● During Stop mode, press 1 to rewind, or ¡ to
fast-forward the tape.
3 Press BLANK.
● The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears and
the camcorder automatically starts reverse or
forward search, then stops at the spot which is
about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of
the detected blank portion.
To control the speaker volume
Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–) towards
“+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn
down the volume.
● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 7.
NOTES:
NOTES:
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.
(੬ pg. 21)
● Before starting Blank Search, if the current
position is at a blank portion, the camcorder
searches in the reverse direction. If the current
position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder
searches in the forward direction.
● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power
is supplied from a battery and no operation
(example: zooming is performed), the camcorder
shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the
Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector,
the sound is not heard from the speaker.
● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached
during Blank Search, the camcorder stops
automatically.
● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of
tape may not be detected.
● The detected blank portion may be located
between recorded scenes. Before you start
recording, make sure there is no recorded scene
after the blank portion.
Still Playback
Pauses during video playback.
1) Press 6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 6 again.
● If still playback continues for more than about
3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is
automatically engaged.
Playback Snapshot
This camcorder allows you to take snapshots
during video playback.
Shuttle Search
Press SNAPSHOT.
Allows high-speed search in either direction
during video playback.
1) During playback, press ¡ for forward
search, or 1 for reverse search.
2) To resume normal playback, press 6.
● During playback, press and hold ¡ or 1. The
search continues as long as you hold the button.
Once you release the button, normal playback
resumes.
VIDEO PLAYBACK
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
Connections To A TV Or VCR
shown in the illustration.
If using a VCR, go to step 3.
If not, go to step 4.
3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
To AV
connector
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set
the TV to its VIDEO mode.
6 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20)
To choose whether or not the following
displays appear on the connected TV
● Date/Time
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF”.
(੬ pg. 22, 25)
Audio/Video
cable
(provided)
● Time Code
Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF”.
(੬ pg. 22, 25)
● Indications other than date/time and time code
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”.
(੬ pg. 22, 25)
2
3
1
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(੬ pg. 13)
TV
VCR
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
camcorder’s Power Switch to “REC”, 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.
Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/
VCR has only A/V input connectors.)
Red to AUDIO R IN*
White to AUDIO L IN*
* Not required for watching still images only.
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Video Recording Menus
Changing The Menu Settings
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of
the more detailed camcorder settings.
(੬ pg. 22 – 25)
FUNCTION (੬ pg. 23)
SETTING (੬ pg. 23)
SYSTEM (੬ pg. 24)
DISPLAY (੬ pg. 24)
Selected
parameter
FUNCT ION
WI PE / FADER
EFEECT
OFF
1) Press 3or 4to select
the desired selection and
press SET or 2. The Sub
Menu appears.
BLACK
SL IDE
SCROLL
Lock Button
PROGRAM AE
SHUTTER
EXPOSURE
W. BALANCE
TELE MACRO
● Example: FUNCTION
Menu
2) Press 3or 4. Select
“3” Indicator
SET
the desired parameter and press SET or 2.
Selection is complete.
● Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other
function menus.
● The “3” indicator shows the setting that is
MENU
currently saved inside the camcorder’s
memory.
1 For Video Recording Menus:
3) Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.
● Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
● Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
Video Playback Menus
REC MODE (੬ pg. 25)
SOUND MODE
(੬ pg. 25)
NARRATION (੬ pg. 25)
BRIGHT (੬ pg. 25)
DATE/TIME (੬ pg. 25)
ON-SCREEN (੬ pg. 25)
TIME CODE (੬ pg. 25)
1) The Sub Menu appears.
● Example: REC MODE Menu
Press 3or 4to select the desired parameter and
press SET or 2. Selection is complete.
● Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other
function menus.
● The “3” indicator shows the setting that is
currently saved inside the camcorder’s memory.
2) Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.
Sub Menu
For Video Playback Menus:
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
REC MODE
SOUND MODE
NARRAT I ON
BR I GHT
DATE / T I ME
ON SCREEN
T I ME CODE
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (੬ pg. 17)
3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
4 Press 3or 4to select the desired function,
and press SET or 2.The selected function menu
appears.
Screen for Video
Recording Menu
Screen for Video
Playback Menu
FUNCT ION
SETT ING
SYSTEM
REC MODE
SOUND MODE
NARRAT I ON
BR I GHT
DATE / T I ME
ON SCREEN
T I ME CODE
D I SPLAY
NOTE:
5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the
Press 1whenever you want to cancel or return to
the previous menu screen.
selected function.
NOTES:
● Press 1whenever you want to cancel or return to
the previous Menu Screen.
● You cannot enter Menu screen during recording.
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SETTING
Recording Menus
The menu settings can be changed only when
the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
[ ] = Factory-preset
FUNCTION
the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
[ ] = Factory-preset
REC MODE
[SP*]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode
LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5
times the recording time.
WIPE/FADER
(੬ pg. 30), “Wipe or Fader Effects”
* SP indicator does not appear on the screen.
EFFECT
NOTES:
● If the recording mode is switched, the playback
picture will be blurred at the switching point.
● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP
mode on this camcorder be played back on this
camcorder.
● During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there
may be momentary pauses in the sound.
(੬ pg. 31), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter
Effects”
PROGRAM AE
(੬ pg. 31), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter
Effects”
SHUTTER
(੬ pg. 31), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter
Effects”
SOUND MODE
[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo
sound on four separate channels. (Equivalent to
the 32 kHz mode of previous models)
16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound
on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the
48 kHz mode of previous models)
EXPOSURE
(੬ pg. 27), “Exposure Control”
W. BALANCE
(੬ pg. 29), “White Balance Adjustment”
TELE MACRO
DIS
[OFF]: Disables the function.
OFF: Disables the function.
ON: When the distance to the subject is less
than 1 m, set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”.You can
shoot a subject as large as possible at a
distance of approx. 40 cm.
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go
out of focus.
[ON
]: To compensate for unstable images
caused by camera-shake, particularly at high
magnification.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand
shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting
condition.
● The “
” indicator blinks or goes out if the
Stabilizer cannot be used.
Switch off this mode when recording with the
camcorder on a tripod.
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EN
ZOOM
PRIORITY
[28X]: When set to “28X” while using digital
zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 28X
since digital zoom will be disengaged.
56X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By
digitally processing and magnifying images,
zooming is possible from 28X (the optical zoom
limit), to a maximum of 56X digital magnification.
800X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By
digitally processing and magnifying images,
zooming is possible from 28X (the optical zoom
limit), to a maximum of 800X digital
[LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD
monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while
the LCD monitor is opened.
FINDER: The image is displayed in the
viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out
while the LCD monitor is opened.
DISPLAY
● The menu settings can be changed only when the
Power Switch is set to “REC”.
● The “DISPLAY” settings except “BRIGHT” and
“LANGUAGE” are effective only for shooting.
[ ] = Factory-preset
magnification.
GAIN UP
BRIGHT
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment.
[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy,
but the image is bright.
☞ pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The
Display”
CLOCK ADJ.
AUTO
: The shutter speed is automatically
adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor
lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter
image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s
movements are not smooth or natural. The
overall appearance may be grainy. While the
shutter speed is being automatically adjusted,
☞ pg. 15, “Date/Time Settings”
LANGUAGE
[ ၕჭ ] / ENGLISH / B.MELAYU
The language setting can be changed.
(੬ pg. 14)
“
” is displayed.
DATE/TIME
WIND CUT
[OFF]: The date/time does not appear.
ON: The date/time is always displayed.
[OFF]: Disengages the function.
ON : Helps cut down on noise created by
wind. The “ ” indicator appears. The quality of
the sound will change. This is normal.
ON SCREEN
LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the
date, time and time code) from appearing on the
connected TV screen.
SYSTEM
The “SYSTEM” functions which are set when
the Power Switch is set to “REC” are also
applied when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.
[ ] = Factory-preset
[LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorder’s display
appear on screen when the camcorder is
connected to a TV.
TIME CODE
MELODY
[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.
OFF: Even though not heard while shooting,
shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
[ON]: A melody sounds when any operation is
performed. It also activates the shutter sound
effect. (੬ pg. 26)
ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder
and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are
not displayed during recording. (੬ pg. 18)
CAM RESET
EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-
preset.
[RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the
factory-preset.
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DEMO MODE
SOUND MODE
OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take
place.
[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects, etc.,
[STEREO
“R” channels in stereo.
SOUND L : Sound from the “L” channel is
output.
]: Sound is output on both “L” and
and can be used to confirm how these functions SOUND R : Sound from the “R” channel is
operate. Demonstration starts in the following
cases:
● When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO
MODE” is turned “ON”.
● With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON”, if there is no
operation for about 3 minutes after the Power
Switch is set to “REC”.
● Performing any operation during the
demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more
than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will
resume.
output.
NARRATION
Although it is not possible to perform audio
dubbing with this camcorder, you can hear
sound from an audio-dubbed tape during
playback using this function.
[OFF]: Original sound is output on both “L” and
“R” channels in stereo.
ON: Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R”
channels in stereo.
MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined
and output in stereo on both “L” and “R”
channels.
NOTES:
● If a cassette is in the camcorder, the
demonstration cannot be turned on.
● “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the
camcorder power is turned off.
● If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions
will not be available. After viewing demo, set to
“OFF”.
BRIGHT
☞ pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The
Display”
DATE/TIME
[OFF]: The date/time does not appear.
ON: The date/time is always displayed.
Playback Menus
[ ] = Factory-preset
ON SCREEN
OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV
SOUND MODE and NARRATION
When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display
disappears.
During tape playback, the camcorder detects the
sound mode in which the recording was made,
and plays the sound back. Select the type of
sound to accompany your playback picture.
According to the menu access explanation on
page 22, select “SOUND MODE” or
TIME CODE
☞ pg. 18, “Time Code”
[OFF] / ON
“NARRATION” from the Menu Screen and set it
to the desired parameter.
The settings below are effective only for video
playback except “REC MODE” and “BRIGHT”.
The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN,
SOUND MODE and NARRATION settings) are the
same as in the description on page 23, 24.
REC MODE
[SP*] / LP
Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP
or LP) depending on your preference.
* SP indicator does not appear on the screen.
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Wide Mode
Snapshot (Record still Image on
Tape)
This feature lets you record still images that look
like photographs onto a tape.
This camcorder allows you to choose the type of
image output format for recording.
[ ] = Factory-preset
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
2 Press SNAPSHOT.
2 Press 16:9 button repeatedly to choose your
● There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
● The “PHOTO” indication appears and a still image
will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
● You can perform Snapshot also during recording.
A still image will be recorded for approx.
selection.
4:3
16:9
[4:3]: Records with no change in the screen
ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen
ratio. When using this mode on a TV with a
normal screen ratio, refer to your TV’s instruction
manual.
5 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.
● Snapshot mode cannot be used when the 16:9
Wide mode (
16:9 indicator) is selected.
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 2 provides
an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval
between still images: approx. 1 second)
16:9 : For playback on TVs with an aspect
ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit
the screen without distortion. The
indicator
appears. When using this mode, refer to your
wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During
playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/
viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.
Night-Scope
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting.
Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may
look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter
speed.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
2 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Scope
indicator “
” appears.
● The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to
provide up to 30 times sensitivity.
● “ ” appears beside “
” while the shutter speed
is being automatically adjusted.
To deactivate Night-Scope
Press NIGHT again so that the Night-Scope
indicator disappears.
NOTES:
● During Night-Scope, “GAIN UP” or “DIS” in
SETTING menu ੬ pg. 23 cannot be activated.
● Night-Scope cannot be activated simultaneously
with “SNOW” or “SPORTS” of “PROGRAM AE”, or
all models of “SHUTTER”. (੬ pg. 31)
● During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the
camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a
tripod is recommended.
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Manual Focus
Exposure Control
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers
continuous shooting ability from close-up (as
close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity.
However, correct focus may not be obtained
depending on the shooting condition. In this
case, use the manual focus mode.
Manual exposure control 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
is bright.
1 Set the Power Switch
to “REC”.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
2 Set the recording mode
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
3 Set “EXPOSURE” to “MANUAL” in
3 Press FOCUS. The
FUNCTION Menu. (੬ pg. 23)
manual focus indicator
● The exposure control Menu appears.
appears.
Manual focus
indicator
4 Press 2or 1to focus
image, press 4. (maximum 6)
on a subject.
● +3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight
compensation. (੬ pg. 28)
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any
further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
● –3 exposure has the same effect as when
“PROGRAM AE” is set to “SPOTLIGHT”.
(੬ pg. 31)
5 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus
5 Press SET. Exposure adjustment is
Press FOCUS twice.
complete.
Manual focus is recommended in situations
listed below.
● When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
● When illumination is low.*
● When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-
colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
● When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD
monitor or 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.
To return to automatic exposure control
Select “AUTO” in step 3.
NOTES:
● You cannot use the manual exposure control at
the same time when “PROGRAM AE” is set to
“SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” (੬ pg. 31), or with the
backlight compensation.
● If the adjustment does not cause any visible
change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”.
(੬ pg. 22, 24)
* The following low-contrast warnings appear
blinking:
,
,
and
.
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Iris Lock
Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris
contracts in well-lit environments to keep too
much light from entering, and dilates in dim
environments to allow in more light.
Use this function in the following situations:
● When shooting a moving subject.
Backlight compensation brightens the subject
quickly.
With simple operation, backlight compensation
feature brightens the dark subject portion by
increasing the exposure.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
● When the distance to the subject changes (so its
size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder
changes), such as when the subject is backing
away.
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
3 Press BACKLIGHT so that the Backlight
Compensation indicator “ ” appears.
● When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
● When shooting objects under a spotlight.
● When zooming.
Press BACKLIGHT twice so that the “
indicator disappears.
”
NOTE:
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
around the subject to become too bright and the
subject to become white.
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
3 Set “EXPOSURE” to “MANUAL” in
FUNCTION Menu. (੬ pg. 23)
● The exposure control menu appears.
4 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
SET for over 2 seconds. The “ ” indication
appear.
5 Press SET or 2. The iris is locked.
6 Press MENU. The Menu screen closes. The
“
” indication appears.
To return to automatic iris control
Select “AUTO” in step 3.
● The exposure control indicator and “ ” disappear.
To lock the exposure control and the iris
After step 3, adjust the exposure by pressing 3
or 4. Then lock the iris in steps 4 – 6. For
automatic locking, select “AUTO” in step 3. The
exposure control and the iris become automatic.
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Spot Exposure Control
Selection of a spot metering area enables more
precise exposure compensation.You can select
one of the three metering areas on the LCD
monitor/viewfinder.
The white balance refers to the correctness of
colour reproduction under various lighting. If the
white balance is correct, all other colours will be
accurately reproduced.
The white balance is usually adjusted
automatically. However, more advanced
camcorder operators control this function
manually to achieve a more professional colour/
tint reproduction.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
3 Press BACKLIGHT twice so that the Spot
Exposure Control indicator “ ” appears.
● A spot metering area frame appears at the
centre of the LCD monitor/viewfinder.
To change the setting
● The selected mode indicator except “AUTO”
appears.
4 Press 2or 1to select the desired spot
metering area frame.
5 Press SET.
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted
automatically.
● Spot Exposure Control is engaged.
● Exposure is adjusted to make the brightness of
the selected area most appropriate.
MWB
: Adjust the white balance manually
when shooting under various types of lighting.
(☞ “Manual White Balance Adjustment”)
To lock the iris
After step 4, press and hold SET over 2
seconds.The “ ” indication appears and the iris
is locked.
FINE
CLOUD
[ ] = Factory-preset
: Outdoors on a sunny day.
: Outdoors on a cloudy day.
To cancel Spot Exposure Control
Press BACKLIGHT once so that the “
To return to automatic white balance
Set “W.BALANCE” to “AUTO”. (੬ pg. 22)
”
indicator disappears.
NOTES:
● You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the
same time with following functions.
● “
16:9” in “WIDE MODE” (੬ pg. 26)
● “STROBE” in “EFFECT” (੬ pg. 31)
● Digital Zoom (੬ pg. 18)
● Depending on the shooting location and condition,
optimum result may not be attained.
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Manual White Balance Adjustment
Adjust the white balance
manually when shooting
under various types of
lighting.
Wipe Or Fader Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition
from one scene to the next.
Wipe or Fader works when video recording is
started or stopped.
1 Set the Power Switch
to “REC”.
White paper
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
2 Set the recording
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
3 Set “WIPE/FADER” to the desired mode.
3 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.
(੬ pg. 22)
● The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the
effect is reserved.
● The selected effect indicator appears.
4 Select FUNCTION Menu. (੬ pg. 23)
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
5 Select “MWB” in “W.BALANCE” menu
(੬ pg. 22), then press and hold SET or 2until
begins blinking.
activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
To deactivate the selected effect
Select “OFF” in step 3. The effect indicator
disappears.
● When the setting is completed,
stops blinking.
6 Press SET or 2to engage the setting.
7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes and
NOTE:
the Manual White Balance indicator
displayed.
is
You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by
pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop
Button.
NOTES:
● In step 3, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually.
(੬ pg. 27)
WIPE/FADER
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the colour 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.
WHITE
BLACK
SLIDE
: Fade in or out with a white screen.
: Fade in or out with a black screen.
: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe
out from left to right.
SCROLL
: The scene wipes in from the
bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out
from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.
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SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects that
may otherwise appear too bright when shooting
under extremely strong direct lighting such as
spotlights.
Program AE, Effects And Shutter
Effects
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.
TWILIGHT
: Makes evening scenes look
more natural. White Balance (੬ pg. 29) is
automatically set to “ ”, but can be changed to
your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen,
the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus
from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than
10 m, adjust the focus manually.
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (੬ pg. 14)
3 Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or
“SHUTTER” to the desired mode. (੬ pg. 22)
● The EFFECT, PROGRAM AE or SHUTTER menu
disappears and the selected effect is activated.
● The selected effect indicator appears.
SHUTTER
To deactivate the selected effect
Select “OFF” in step 3. The effect indicator
disappears.
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)
SHUTTER 1/50: The shutter speed is fixed
at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually
appear when shooting a TV screen become
narrower.
SHUTTER 1/120: The shutter speed is
fixed at 1/120th of a second. The flickering that
occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light
or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.
SHUTTER 1/500/SHUTTER 1/4000: These
settings allow fast-moving images to be
captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable
slow-motion playback by fixing shutter speed
variables. Use these settings when an automatic
adjustment does not work well, using SPORTS
mode. The faster the shutter speed, the darker
the picture becomes. Use the shutter function
under good lighting conditions.
NOTES:
● Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects can be
changed during recording or during Record-
Standby.
● Some modes of Program AE and Shutter Effects
cannot be used during Night-Scope.
● When a subject is too bright or reflective, a
vertical streak may appear (smear
phenomenon). Smear phenomenon tends to
occur when “SPORTS” or mode of “SHUTTER
1/500 and 1/4000” is selected.
EFFECT
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)
SEPIA
: Recorded scenes have a brownish
tint like old photos. Combine this with the
Cinema mode for a classic look.
MONOTONE
: Like classic black and white
films, your footage is shot in B/W.
CLASSIC
: Gives recorded scenes a strobe
effect.
STROBE
:Your recording looks like a series
of consecutive snapshots.
PROGRAM AE
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)
SPORTS
(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000):
This setting allows fast-moving images to be
captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable
slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter
speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the
shutter function under good lighting conditions.
SNOW
: Compensates for subjects that may
otherwise appear too dark when shooting in
extremely bright surroundings such as in the
snow.
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1 Following the illustrations, connect the
Dubbing To A VCR
camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors.
2 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20)
recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s
instruction manual.)
4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR,
then stop playback on the camcorder.
NOTES:
To AV
connector
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(੬ pg. 12)
● To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV
● Date/time
Audio/Video
cable
(provided)
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF”.
(੬ pg. 22, 25)
● Time code
Set “TIME CODE” to “OFF” or “ON”.
(੬ pg. 22, 25)
● Indications other than date/time and time code
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/
TV”. (੬ pg. 22, 24)
2
3
1
TV
VCR
Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/
VCR has only A/V input connectors)
Red to AUDIO R IN*
White to AUDIO L IN*
Not required for watching still images only.
*
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NOTES:
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector
(Digital Dubbing)
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from
the camcorder onto another video unit equipped
with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is
sent, there is little, if any, image or sound
deterioration.
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(੬ pg. 13)
● If a blank portion or disturbed image is played
back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing
may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed.
● Even though the DV cable is connected correctly,
sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If
this occurs, turn off the power and make
connections again.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the
optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
To use this camcorder as a recorder
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit
equipped with a DV output connector using a DV
cable as shown in the illustration.
3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”.
To DV IN/OUT
4 Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP”. (੬ pg. 25)
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
engage the Record-Pause mode.
● The “
” indication appears on the screen.
DV IN
6 Start playback on the player.
7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press
DV cable (optional)
To DV IN/OUT
Core filter
the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
dubbing. The
indication rotates.
8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again
to stop dubbing. The
rotating.
indication stops
9 Press 7 to return to the normal playback
mode.
● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode
recorded on the original tape, regardless of the
current “SOUND MODE” setting. (੬ pg. 23)
Video unit equipped with DV connector
To use this camcorder as a player
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit
equipped with a DV input connector using a DV
cable as shown in the illustration.
3 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20)
4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start
recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video
unit’s instruction manual.)
5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video
unit, then stop playback on this camcorder.
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NOTES:
Connection To A Personal Computer
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(੬ pg. 13)
It is also possible to transfer still/moving images
to a PC with a DV connector by using the
software equipped with the PC or commercially
available software.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the
optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV
cable depending on the type of DV connector
(4 or 6 pins) on the PC.
● The date/time information cannot be captured into
the PC.
If you are using a Windows® XP, you can use
Windows® Messenger to conduct video
conferences over the Internet, using a
camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the
Windows® Messenger.
● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and
Software.
● The still images can also be transferred to a PC
with a DV connector-equipped capture board.
● The system may not work properly depending on
the PC or capture board you are using.
When connecting the camcorder to a PC using
a DV cable, make sure to follow the procedure
below. Connecting the cable incorrectly may
cause malfunctions to the camcorder and/or
the PC.
● Connect the DV cable first to the PC, and then
to the camcorder.
● Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly
according to the shape of the DV connector.
To DV IN/OUT
Core filter
DV cable
(optional)
Core filter
To DV connector
PC with DV connector
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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the
problem still exists, please consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications
● Effect and “DIS” functions that cannot be used
together are selected at the same time.
➜Re-read the sections Effects and “DIS”.
(੬ pg. 22, 23, 31)
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 Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and
then re-connect it and proceed as usual from
the beginning.
Digital Zoom does not work.
● 28X optical zoom is selected.
➜Set “ZOOM” to “56X” or “800X”. (੬ pg. 24)
Video Playback
Power
The tape is moving, but there is no picture.
No power is supplied.
● Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to
its VIDEO mode.
➜Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for
video playback. (੬ pg. 22)
● The cassette holder cover is open.
➜Close the cassette holder cover. (੬ pg. 16)
● The power is not connected properly.
➜Connect the AC Adapter securely. (੬ pg. 13)
● The battery pack is not attached firmly.
➜Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach
it firmly. (੬ pg. 12)
● The battery is dead.
➜Replace the dead battery with a fully charged
one. (੬ pg. 13)
Blocks of noise appear during playback, or
there is no playback picture and the screen
becomes blue.
Video Recording
➜Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning
cassette. (੬ pg. 40)
Recording cannot be performed.
Advanced features
● The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
➜Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”.
(੬ pg. 16)
● “TAPE END” appears.
● Focus is set to the Manual mode.
➜Set Focus to the Auto mode. (੬ pg. 27)
● The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.
➜Clean the lens and check the focus again.
(੬ pg. 38)
➜Replace with new cassette. (੬ pg. 16)
● The cassette holder cover is open.
➜Close the cassette holder cover.
When shooting a subject illuminated by
bright light, vertical lines appear.
Snapshot mode cannot be used.
● This is not a malfunction.
● The16:9 wide mode (
selected.
16:9 indicator) is
When the screen is under direct sunlight
during shooting, the screen becomes red or
black for an instant.
➜Disengage the (
mode. (੬ pg. 26)
16:9 indicator) 16:9 wide
● This is not a malfunction.
During recording, the date/ time does not
appear.
● “DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”.
➜Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”. (੬ pg. 22, 24)
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The colour of Snapshot looks strange.
“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.
● The light source or the subject does not include
white. Or there are various different light sources
behind the subject.
➜Find a white subject and compose your shot so
that it also appears in the frame. (੬ pg. 26)
● The date/time is not set.
➜Set the date/time. (੬ pg. 15)
previously set date/time has been erased.
➜Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
The image taken using Snapshot is too
dark.
When the image is printed from the printer,
a black bar appears at the bottom of the
screen.
● Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.
➜Press BACKLIGHT. (੬ pg. 28)
● This is not a malfunction.
(੬ pg. 22, 23) this can be avoided.
The image taken using Snapshot is too
bright.
When the camcorder is connected via the
DV connector, the camcorder does not
operate.
● The “Program AE” subject is too bright.
➜Set to “SPOTLIGHT”. (੬ pg. 31)
White Balance cannot be activated.
● The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power
turned on.
➜Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again,
then operate it.
● The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE)
mode is activated.
➜Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone
(MONOTONE) mode before setting White
Balance. (੬ pg. 31)
Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or
whitish.
The image looks like the shutter speed is
too slow.
become dark due to the characteristics of the
LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction.
➜Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD
monitor. (੬ pg. 15, 17)
● When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches
the end of its service life, images on the LCD
monitor become dark.
● When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes
highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to
“AUTO”.
➜If you want the lighting to look more natural, set
“GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF”. (੬ pg. 22, 24)
Other problems
➜Consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Coloured bright spots appear all over the
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the
camcorder does not light during charging.
● 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 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 %)
● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely
high/low temperatures.
➜To protect the battery, it is recommended to
charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to
35°C. (੬ pg. 39)
● The battery pack is not attached firmly.
➜Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach
it firmly. (੬ pg. 12)
The cassette will not load properly.
● The battery’s charge is low.
➜Install a fully charged battery. (੬ pg. 12)
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Picture does not appear on the LCD
monitor.
TAPE!
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the
Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT
Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set
to “REC”.
● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is
set to “FINDER”.
➜Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to
“LCD”. (੬ pg. 17, 22, 24)
● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark.
➜Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.
(੬ pg. 16)
➜If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open
the monitor fully. (੬ pg. 17)
TAPE END
Appears when the tape ends during recording or
playback.
SET DATE/TIME!
An error indication (01 – 04 or 06) appears.
● Appears when the date/time is not set.
(੬ pg. 15)
● The built-in clock battery has run out and the
previously set date/time has been erased.
Consult your nearest JVC dealer for
replacement.
● A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this
case the camcorder’s functions become
unusable.
➜੬ pg. 37.
Warning Indications
LENS CAP
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if
the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level
HDV
High
Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV
format are detected. The pictures in the HDV
format cannot be played back with this
camcorder.
As the battery power comes close to nil, the
battery remaining power indicator blinks.
When the battery power is exhausted, power
turns off automatically.
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE
REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY
OR DC PLUG
● Appears if a tape is loaded.
● Blinks when no tape is loaded. (੬ pg. 16)
The error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what
type of malfunction has occurred.When an error
indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically. Remove the power supply
(battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the
indication to clear. When it does, you can
resume using the camcorder. If the indication
remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to
“SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
(੬ pg. 14)
USE CLEANING CASSETTE
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.
(੬ pg. 40)
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE
EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE
The error indications (03 or 04) show what type
of malfunction has occurred. When an error
indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-
insert it, then check if the indication clears.
When it does, you can resume using the
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult
your nearest JVC dealer.
CONDENSATION, OPERATION
PAUSED PLEASE WAIT
Appears if condensation occurs. When this
indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour
until condensation disappears.
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Cleaning The Camcorder
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and
remove the battery pack and AC Adapter.
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.
To clean the LCD monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
To clean the lens
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
To clean the viewfinder lens
Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower
brush.
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.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
● To clean the viewfinder, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
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Battery Packs
NOTES:
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
The supplied battery
pack is a lithium-ion
battery. Before using the
supplied battery pack or
an optional battery pack,
be sure to read the
following cautions:
Terminals
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging: 10°C to 35°C
Operation: 0°C to 40°C
Storage: –20°C to 50°C
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
● To avoid hazards
...do not burn.
● Charging times are for a fully discharged battery
pack.
...do not short-circuit the terminals. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
...do not modify or disassemble.
...do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to
overheat, explode or catch fire.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be
sure to read the following cautions:
● During use
...make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV 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.
● 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).
...use only specified chargers.
● To prevent damage and prolong service
life
...do not subject to unnecessary shock.
...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.
...fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
every 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period time.
...remove from charger or powered unit when not in
use, as some machines use current even when
switched off.
...vertically, in their original cases.
LCD Monitor
● 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.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a
large power capacity. However, when one is
exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C),
its usage time becomes shorter and it may
cease to function. If this happens, place the
battery pack in your pocket or other warm,
protected place for a short time, then re-attach
it to the camcorder.
● To prolong service life
...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
● 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.
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In such cases, use an optional cleaning
cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette
is used more than once consecutively, damage
to the video heads may result. After the
camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it
stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning
cassette’s instructions.
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the
problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
Mechanical moving parts used to move the
video heads and video tape tend to become
dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain
a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups
are recommended after using the unit for about
Main Unit
● For safety, DO NOT
...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.
● Avoid using the unit
...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
...in places subject to soot or steam such as near a 1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please
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.).
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
About moisture condensation
● You 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.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
...in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or
extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
● DO NOT leave the unit
...in places of over 50°C.
...in places where humidity is extremely low (below
35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
...in direct sunlight.
...in a closed car in summer.
...near a heater.
● To protect the unit, DO NOT
...allow it to become wet.
Serious malfunctioning
...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.
...expose the lens and viewfinder’s lens to direct
sunlight.
...carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
...swing it excessively when using the hand strap or
the grip.
...swing the soft camera case excessively when the
camcorder is inside it.
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local 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 Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and
then re-connect it and proceed as usual from
the beginning.
● Dirty heads can cause the following
problems:
...No picture during playback.
...Blocks of noise appear during playback.
...During recording or playback, the Head Clog
Warning indicator “ ” appears.
...Recording cannot be performed properly.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Camcorder
For Digital Video Camera
Format
For General
DV format (SD mode)
Signal format
PAL standard
Recording/Playback format
Video: Digital component recording
Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel
(12-BIT), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-BIT)
Cassette
Mini DV cassette
Tape speed
SP: 18.8 mm/s, LP: 12.5 mm/s
Maximum recording time (using 80 min.
cassette)
Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
Approx. 3.0 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on)
Approx. 3.4 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
59 mm x 94 mm x 114 mm (with the LCD
monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back
in)
Weight
Approx. 400 g (without battery, cassette and
lens cap)
SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.
Approx. 480 g (incl. battery, cassette and lens
cap)
For Connectors
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C
AV
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
Operating humidity
35% to 80%
Storage temperature
–20°C to 50°C
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue,
stereo
DV
Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant
Pickup
1/6" CCD
Lens
AC Adapter
F 2.0, f = 2.3 mm to 64.4 mm, 28:1 power zoom
lens
Filter diameter
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 V~, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output
ø27 mm
LCD monitor
DC 11 V
, 1 A
2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT
active matrix system
Viewfinder
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless
otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and
specifications subject to change without notice.
Electronic viewfinder with 0.33" black/white LCD
Speaker
Monaural
TERMS
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A
S
AC Adapter ....................................................13 Shutter Effects ...............................................31
Auto/Manual Mode .........................................14 Snapshot Mode ..............................................26
Specifications .................................................41
Spot Exposure Control ...................................29
B
Backlight Compensation ................................28
Battery Pack .......................................11, 12, 39
Blank Search ..................................................20
C
Tape Speed (REC MODE) .......................23, 25
Tripod Mounting .............................................16
Troubleshooting .............................................35
Connection To A Personal Computer ............34
Connections To A TV Or VCR .......................21
D
Date/Time Settings ........................................15
Demonstration Mode ......................................24
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) ....................23
Dubbing ....................................................32, 33
White Balance ................................................29
Wide Mode .....................................................26
Wipe Or Fader Effects ...................................30
Z
E
Effect Mode ....................................................31
Exposure Control ...........................................29
I
Iris Lock ..........................................................28
L
LCD Monitor and Viewfinder ....................17, 19
Loading A Cassette ........................................16
M
Manual Focus ................................................27
Melody ...........................................................24
Motor Drive Mode ..........................................26
N
Night-Scope ...................................................26
P
Playback Sound .............................................25
Power-Linked Operation ................................12
Priority.............................................................24
Program AE ...................................................31
Q
Quick Review .................................................19
R
Recording Capacity
Tape ........................................................17
MEMO
EN
Printed in Malaysia
0106MAR-NF-VM
AH
© 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
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