ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
5
GETTING STARTED
RECORDING
6 – 1 5
1 6 – 3 7
Basic Recording For Video ........................ 16
Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera
(D.S.C.) ............................................ 19
Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. .......... 20
Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. ...... 22
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
PLAYBACK
3 8 – 5 1
Basic Playback For Video ......................... 38
Advanced Features For Video .................... 39
Basic Playback For D.S.C. ........................ 42
Advanced Features For D.S.C. ................... 44
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CONNECTIONS
5 2 – 5 5
Basic Connections .................................. 52
Advanced Connections ............................ 54
DUBBING
5 6 – 6 0
Dubbing To A VCR ................................. 56
Dubbing From A VCR .............................. 57
Dubbing To A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector ................ 58
Dubbing From A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector ................ 59
Dubbing Images Recorded
On A Tape To A Memory Card ................. 60
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
6 1 – 7 2
Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame
Playback and Playback Zoom .................. 63
Playback Special Effects .......................... 64
Random Assemble Editing ........................ 65
For More Accurate Editing ........................ 69
Audio Dubbing ...................................... 71
Insert Editing ....................................... 72
TROUBLESHOOTING
USER MAINTENANCE
INDEX
7 3 – 7 9
8 0
8 1 – 8 8
Jack Box ............................................ 81
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ............ 82
Indications .......................................... 84
CAUTIONS
TERMS
8 9 – 9 1
9 2 – 9 3
9 4 – 9 5
INS TRUCTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
LYT0736-001A
EN
EN3
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 shoulder 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.
Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital
video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “
” and
memory cards marked “
can be used with this unit.
” or “
”
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the
camcorder.
Before recording an important scene . . .
..... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV
mark
..... make sure you only use memory cards with the
.
CAUTION!
mark
or
.
Attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder with
cables (S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) connected,
then leaving it on top of the TV is not
..... 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.)
recommended, as tripping on the cables will
cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video
Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo
Zoom Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE
OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical
equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO
DO
read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO
DO
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in
any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for
unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure
that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped
people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road
safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will
cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the
manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this
could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
4
EN
•Battery Pack
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V40EG
or AA-V40EK
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V716U
•Jack Box
BN-V408U
CU-V504U
•Lens Hood
•Core Filter
(for an optional
external microphone)
•AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
(See below for
•DC Cord
attachment)
•CD-ROM
•S-Video Cable
•Editing Cable
•Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to
RCA plug)
The CD ROM contains
the following 5 software
programmes:
• USB Driver Soft
(for Windows®)
• USB Driver Soft
(for Macintosh®)
•Cable Adapter
•Shoulder Strap
Presto!
• Mr. Photo
• PhotoAlbum
• ImageFolio
•MultiMediaCard (8 MB)
(Already inserted in the
camcorder)
•USB Cable
How To Attach The Lens Hood
Threading
Align the lens
The provided lens hood helps block
out glare when shooting under
bright sunlight, the same way
professional photographers do.
hood with the
camcorder’s lens
and screw it in
clockwise.
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How To Attach Core Filter
Attach the provided Core Filter to an optional external microphone. Core Filter reduces interference.
1
2
3
3 cm
Stopper
wind once
Release the
Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx.
Close the Core Filter until it
clicks shut.
stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core
ends of the Core
Filter.
Filter. Wind the cable around the outside of the Core
Filter as shown in the illustration.
•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
NOTE:
Take care not to damage the cable.
Ⅲ When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is
set to “ON” (factory-preset).
Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
no cassette is in the camcorder.
Ⅲ Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for
more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
Ⅲ “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power
is turned off.
MENU Wheel
Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch and press the MENU wheel.
The Menu Screen appears.
DEMO MODE
–
OFF
ON
2. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
SYSTEM” and press
it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.
3. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “DEMO MODE” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “OFF” and press it.
5. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and press it
twice. The normal screen appears.
Sub Menu
GETTING STARTED
6
EN
Power
Battery pack
BN-V408U,
BN-V416U or
BN-V428U
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.
To AC outlet
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from
1
2
3
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER
indicator lights.
POWER
Attach the battery pack with the
mark aligned
DC OUT connector
indicator
with the corresponding marks on the AC Power
Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE indicator begins
blinking to indicate charging has started.
CHARGE indicator
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery and lift off.
Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s
power cord from the AC outlet.
Battery pack
BN-V408U
Fully charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V416U (optional) approx. 2 hrs.
BN-V428U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.
NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature
range for charging. If the environment 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.
● 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.
About Batteries
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.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder
temperatures.
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power
capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold tempera-
tures (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. As long as
the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect
performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack
does not come in direct contact with it.)
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USING THE BATTERY PACK
With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward,
push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack
mount 1.
1
2
2
Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place 2.
1
•If the battery pack is attached with its
mark set
in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding
down BATT. RELEASE to detach it.
BATT. RELEASE
Switch
Approximate recording time
Battery pack
LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder off
LCD monitor off/
Viewfinder on
BN-V408U
1 hr. 5 min.
1 hr. 15 min.
2 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V416U
(optional)
2 hrs. 10 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-V428U
(optional)
3 hrs. 50 min.
5 hrs. 20 min.
7 hrs. 30 min.
4 hrs. 20 min.
6 hrs. 10 min.
8 hrs. 40 min.
BN-V840U
(optional)
INFORMATION:
BN-V856U
(optional)
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of
a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:
VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EG
or AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/
NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
Charger
VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EG
or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/
•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.
Charger
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by
using the AC Power Adapter/Charger provided with
this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15EG or AA-V15EK
AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery
pack and only AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power
Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U battery pack .
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
● For other notes, ੬ pg. 6.
To AC
outlet
Power
cord
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
To DC Input
connector
To DC OUT
connector
Jack Box
DC cord
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
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EN
Power Zoom Lever
Separate the Velcro strip.
Recording
1
2
3
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.
Power Switch
Shooting Mode
Switch
Viewfinder Adjustment
Dioptre
Adjustment
Control
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while
1
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch. Set the Shooting Mode Switch to any
position.
Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it
manually for best viewability.
2
3
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly
focused.
PAUSE
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Following the illustration, thread the strap
1
through the 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.
3
1
Tripod Mounting
2
Align the screw and camera direction stud on
1
the tripod with the camera’s mounting socket
and stud hole. Then tighten the screw.
•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and
extend its legs fully to stabilise the
camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit
caused by falling over, do not use a small-
sized tripod.
EN9
Power Switch
Date/Time Settings
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its
display can be turned on or off during playback
(੬ pg. 39).
Power Lamp
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
1
the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned
on.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Lock Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
DISPLAY”.
Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “CLOCK ADJ.”.
Press it and “day” is highlighted.
Rotate the MENU wheel to input the day. Press it.
Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery
To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the
camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached
to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s
rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However,
if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the
clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the
date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,
first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the
date/time setting before using the camcorder.
MENU Wheel
Display
FADER /WI PE
PROGRAM AE
W. BALANCE
CAMERA
F . WH I TE
MANUAL
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
DSC
END
DISPLAY Menu
ON SCREEN
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
–
–
–
LCD / TV
AUTO
Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the
date/time.
OFF
25 . 12 . 01
17 : 30
ADJ .
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/
time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish
setting the minute and press the MENU wheel, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you just
set.
RETURN
CLOCK
ADJ .
25 . 12 . 01
17 : 30
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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EN
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Erase protection tab*
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.
Make sure the
Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the
window side is
facing out.
1
2
arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it
locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
PUSH HERE
Cassette holder
Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to
close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not
apply force. Replace the battery with a fully charged
one before continuing.
Cassette
holder cover
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
3
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
.... 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.
Approximate recording time
Recording mode
Tape
SP
LP
Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH
HERE” 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.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
45 min.
90 min.
120 min.
NOTES:
● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
● 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.
● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.
● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is
closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on
before loading or unloading.
● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the
tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder
came out or not. See page 21 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
EN11
Card Cover
Loading A Memory Card
The provided MultiMediaCard is already inserted in the
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
1
Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
2
Insert the memory card clipped edge first.
3
•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the
label.
To close the card cover, push it until you hear a click.
4
Memory card
To Unload A Memory Card . . .
.... in step 3 push the memory card, which then comes
out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it out and
close the card cover.
Clipped edge
Label
NOTES:
● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “
”
or MultiMediaCards marked “
”.
● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with
this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card ,
consult its manufacturer or dealer.
● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to
FORMAT the card. ੬ pg. 47.
● Even if a memory card is inserted in the camcorder, the
camcorder may not recognize it. In this case, remove the
memory card once and insert it again.
ATTENTION:
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory
card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to
become unable to recognize whether or not the card
is installed.
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
12
EN
To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”
while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your
preference using the Power Switch and Shooting Mode
Switch.
Power Switch Position
(Manual):
Power Switch
Lock Button
Allows you to set various recording functions using
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than
Full Auto recording, try this mode.
Shooting Mode Switch
P
(Full Auto):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or
manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
Power lamp
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
:
Allows you to play back a recording on the tape, to
display an image stored in the memory card or to
transfer a still image recorded on the tape or in the
memory card to a computer.
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”, “
”
Shooting Mode Switch Position
appears. When set to “ ” or “
”, there is
no indication.
VIDEO:
•Allows you to record on a tape. Approx. 6 seconds
of a still image can be inserted between video
recordings (੬ pg. 18).
•Zoom magnification over 10X is available
(੬ pg. 20, 27).
•Allows you to record video on a tape and store still
images in a memory card simultaneously (੬ pg. 24).
•Allows you to record moving images (successive
jitter-free still images) with superior quality on a tape
(੬ pg. 22). The still images can also be processed
on a PC or printed out.
The following indications appear in the upper
left corner, depending on the Shooting Mode
Switch position.
UXGA
XGA/VGA:
•Allows you to record still images in a memory card
(੬ pg. 14, 19).
•File size:1024 x 768 pixels (XGA) or
640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
No display : When set to “VIDEO”
UXGA:
XGA or VGA : When set to “XGA/VGA”
•Allows you to record still images in a memory card
at high resolution (੬ pg. 14, 19). Suitable for
recording still images with superior quality.
•File size:1600 x 1200 pixels
UXGA
: When set to “UXGA”
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Power Switch
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.
Power Lamp
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
1
the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned
on.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ CAMERA” and
press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.
Lock Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “REC MODE” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP”
by rotating the MENU wheel and press it. Rotate the
MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and press it
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 71) and Insert Editing
(੬ pg. 72) are impossible on a tape recorded in the
LP mode.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
MENU Wheel
NOTES:
● If the recording mode is switched during recording, 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.
Display
Menu Screen
Sub Menu
REC MODE
–
SP
LP
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
14
EN
Power Switch
Picture Mode Setting
The Picture mode can be selected to best match your
needs.
Power Lamp
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
1
2
the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
The power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
DSC” and
Lock Button
3 press it. The DSC Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “QUALITY” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU
wheel to select the desired mode and press it.
4
If you are recording with the Shooting Mode Switch
(੬ pg. 12) set to “XGA/VGA” . . . go to step 5.
If you are recording with the Shooting Mode Switch
set to “UXGA” . . . go to step 6.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SIZE” and press it.
The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to
select “XGA” or “VGA”.
5
6
MENU Wheel
Go to step 7.
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “UXGA” and press
it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to
select the desired mode.
Menu Screen
QUAL I TY
S I ZE
UXGA
–
–
–
F I NE
XGA
AUTO
AUTO
:
or
appears when the SNAPSHOT
button is pressed (੬ pg. 19).
Automatically processes the image
according to the DOUBLE or ENLARGE
methods described below, depending on
the shooting situation or subject.
appears (੬ pg. 19).
RETURN
DOUBLE :
ENLARGE:
Engages pixel-shift technology to double-
expose the image and generate a UXGA-
sized picture.
appears (੬ pg. 19).
Digitally enlarges the image to UXGA
size.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
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EN15
STORAGE CAPACITY
The number of storable images depends on the selected
picture quality and size as well as the composition of the
subjects in the images.
Approximate number of storable images
(Provided 8 MB MultiMediaCard)
QUALITY
SIZE
FINE
STANDARD
UXGA (1600 x 1200)
XGA (1024 x 768)
VGA (640 x 480)
10
30
72
24
50
150
Approximate number of storable images
(Optional 16 MB MultiMediaCard)
QUALITY
SIZE
FINE
20
STANDARD
UXGA (1600 x 1200)
XGA (1024 x 768)
VGA (640 x 480)
60
48
144
300
100
NOTES:
● If the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “XGA/VGA” or
“UXGA” during video recording, the camcorder stops
video recording.
● The camcorder automatically zooms out to less than 2X
when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “UXGA”.
● With images shot in the UXGA mode . . .
— the shutter speed is applicable only up to 1/500 in the
“SPORTS” mode (੬ pg. 35).
— Sepia and Monotone cannot be activated.
● If “DOUBLE” is selected in the UXGA mode, images
may not be processed properly in the following
situations:
— when the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness).
— when shooting in a dark place.
— when the subject contains identical patterns that are
regularly repeated.
— when shooting under a flickering light such as a
fluorescent light or candlelight.
— when the subject is moving rapidly.
— when there is excessive camera-shake.
● If “AUTO” is selected in the UXGA mode, and any of
the shooting situations listed above are encountered, the
camcorder will automatically process the image using
the ENLARGE method.
RECORDING Basic Recording For Video
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NOTE:
Power Switch
Shooting
Mode Switch
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 6)
Power lamp
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 10)
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 13)
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO”, then set
1
the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Make sure “CAMERA MODE” is set to “VIDEO” in
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
Lock Button
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the
LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
Recording Start/Stop Button
•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a
click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during
use.
Display
25min
Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press PUSH OPEN
and open the LCD monitor fully. Tilt it upward/
downward for best viewability.
min
(Now
calculating)
3 min
90 min
89 min
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.
0 min
(Blinking)
1 min
(Blinking)
2 min
(Blinking)
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “
”
2
appears while recording is in progress.
Tally lamp
(lights while
recording is
in progress)
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
.... rotate the MENU wheel until the bright level indicator
on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is
reached.
BR I GHT
•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the view-
finder.
180°
90°
PUSH OPEN Button
MENU Wheel
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NOTES:
● 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.
● The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface
Shooting.
● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.
● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing
the cassette holder cover.
● 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.
● “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 at its end is loaded.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, 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” (੬ pg. 21).
● During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to
the PHONE connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback (੬ pg. 38).
● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, ੬ pg. 26, 29.
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° so that it
faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to
an angle of over approx. 105°, the monitor image is
inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at that
time, it also switches on.
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-
recording) and start recording.
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and
Self-Recording
indications do not appear inverted as they would when
viewing a mirror.
NOTES:
● During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running” indicator
and warning indications (੬ pg. 87, 88) are the only
ones that are shown; they appear reversed in the display
as they would when viewing a mirror, but are not
reversed in the recording.
● The tape remaining indicator does not appear during
interface shooting. However, when the remaining time
reaches 2 minutes, the indicator appears showing the
remaining time:
(blinking)
(blinking)
(blinking)
RECORDING Basic Recording For Video (cont.)
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Power Switch
Snapshot (For Video Recording)
Shooting
Mode Switch
This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.
SNAPSHOT
Button
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the
Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
1
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
CAMERA”. Press
Lock Button
it and the CAMERA Menu appears.
3
4
5
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SNAP MODE”, then
press it.
Menu Screen
SNAP MODE
–
P I N–UP
FRAME
FULL
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired Snapshot
mode, then press it.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and press
it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
MULT I
MULT I
–
–
4
9
NEGA POS I
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
Set “CAMERA MODE” to “VIDEO” or “PS-VIDEO” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
1
Press SNAPSHOT.
2 If you press during Record-Standby . . .
..... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be recorded
for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters
the Record-Standby mode.
FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame*
MULTI-4
Multi-Analyser 4
√
If you press during Recording . . .
..... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be recorded
for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording
resumes.
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial
photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
NOTES:
MULTI-9
Multi-Analyser 9
NEGA POSI
Nega/Posi mode*
● To remove the shutter sound, ੬ “BEEP” on pg. 29.
● If Digital Zoom is used while in the “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-
9” mode, Snapshot recording will be performed with 10X
magnification.
√
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks when
SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 34) is engaged,
certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are
disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon
blinks.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
(੬ pg. 27), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
● To dub images recorded on a tape to a memory card,
੬ pg. 60.
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode
FRAME
Snapshot mode
√
with frame*
√
● When shooting in the Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9
modes, the optional flash (੬ pg. 83) will not light.
● During playback as well, all snapshot modes except Nega/
* There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
Posi mode are available when “
“OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
COPY” is set to
When “FULL”, “FRAME”, “PIN-UP” or “NEGA
POSI” is selected, snapshot recording will always be
performed with higher quality (੬ pg. 22) even if
“CAMERA MODE” is set to “VIDEO”.
√
● When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE
connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker,
however it is recorded onto the tape.
RECORDING Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.)
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Power Switch
Shooting
Mode Switch
Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for
taking snapshots.
SNAPSHOT
Button
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 6)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Loading A Memory Card (੬ pg. 11)
● Picture Mode Setting (੬ pg. 14)
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “XGA/VGA” or “UXGA”,
Lock Button
then set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Picture Size
Displays the file size of the stored image: UXGA, XGA
Press SNAPSHOT halfway. The screen becomes a still
or VGA (੬ pg. 14).
image, which is captured into the camcorder’s memory.
2
Picture Quality
Displays the quality of the stored image: FINE or
STD (standard) (in order of quality) (੬ pg. 14).
However, it is not recorded until SNAPSHOT is pressed
fully.
•At this moment, if you release SNAPSHOT, snapshot
recording will be cancelled.
Number of shots taken
Displays the number of images
that have already been shot.
Press SNAPSHOT fully.
The image is recorded in the memory card .
3
•Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no
UXGA
F I NE
Display
10 / 24
frame.
To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .
..... when unwanted still images are stored in the memory
card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting Images”
(੬ pg. 45) and delete unwanted still images.
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .
..... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set
“BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 26, 29). The
sound is no longer heard from the speaker.
Total number of shots
Displays the approximate total number of
shots that can be stored, including those
already taken. The number increases or
decreases depending on the shots stored,
the Picture mode, Shooting mode, etc.
NOTES:
● Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 27), the Stabiliser will
be disabled.
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks when
SNAPSHOT is pressed.
Card icon
Appears during shooting and blinks when a
memory card is not loaded.
● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 34) is engaged,
certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are
disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon
blinks.
Shooting icon
Appears and blinks during shooting.
● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the
Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and power is supplied
from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically
to save power. To perform shooting again, close the LCD
monitor and re-open it. When using the viewfinder, push
back it in and pull it out again.
● The Motor Drive mode (੬ pg. 18) is disabled when the
Shooting Mode Switch is set to “XGA/VGA” or “UXGA”.
● When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE
connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker.
● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rules for
Camera File systems). They do not have any compatibility
with devices which are not compliant to DCF.
● In the XGA mode, images shot using a 680,000-pixel
Progressive Scan CCD (effective area: 630,000 pixels, 962 x
654 pixels) are converted and stored in the XGA mode file
size (1024 x 768 pixels).
UXGA Mode icon
Displays the process utilized to create the UXGA size
image:
(DOUBLE) or
(ENLARGE) (੬ pg. 14).
Snapshot mode
with no frame
There is the sound of a shutter closing.
RECORDING Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C.
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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
FEATURE: Zooming
1
x
W
T
PURPOSE:
10
x
W
T
20
x
W
T
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
40
x
W
T
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
Ⅲ The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
Zoom display
NOTES:
10
x
W
T
● 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. 25), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 300X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
optical zoom (੬ pg. 27).
Digital zoom
zone
10X (optical)
zoom zone
● Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
Approximate zoom ratio
Power Zoom Lever
● Digital zoom cannot be used in the following cases:
•When digital image processing, such as Picture
Wipe/Dissolve (੬ pg. 32, 33) or Video Echo
(੬ pg. 34, 35), is activated.
•When the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “UXGA”
or “XGA/VGA” (੬ pg. 12).
•When “CAMERA MODE” is set to “DUAL” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
•When “CAMERA MODE” is set to “PS-VIDEO”
and “WIDE MODE” is set to “PS-WIDE” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
● 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
the Menu Screen on page 28.
Power Switch
MENU Wheel
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NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
Time Code
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.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 65 – 70), time code is necessary. 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” below in the following cases;
•When shooting again after playing back a
Display
recorded tape.
Frames are not displayed
during recording.
•When power shuts off during shooting.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting.
Minutes
Seconds
•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.
Frames
(25 frames = 1 second)
12 : 34 : 24
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (੬ pg. 41) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,
then engage the Still Playback mode (੬ pg. 38).
2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then
start recording.
NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 29, 39).
When a blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Already recorded scene
Blank
Newly recorded scene
Shooting start point
Shooting stop point
Shooting start point
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
05:44:00
Tape
Already recorded scene
New scene
Latest scene
Shooting start point
Shooting start point
Shooting start point
RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C.
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Power Switch
Shooting
Mode Switch
Progressive Mode Recording
This mode lets you record moving images (successive
jitter-free still images) onto a tape. Images can then played
back jitter-free, with superior quality. High-resolution still
images can also be processed on a personal computer or
can be printed out (੬ pg. 55).
SNAPSHOT
Button
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO”, then set
1
the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Set “CAMERA MODE” to “PS-VIDEO” in the Menu
Lock Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
2
3
Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
To start Progressive Mode Recording, press the
Recording Start/Stop Button.
To End Progressive Mode Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
● When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is
played back, the image may not look natural.
● When “CAMERA MODE” is set to “PS-VIDEO”, Picture
Wipe/Dissolve (੬ pg. 32) and some Programme AE
with special effects (੬ pg. 34) cannot be used.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the PS-VIDEO mode, a
snapshot will be recorded with higher quality than in
VIDEO mode. However, “MULTI-4” and “MULTI-9”
cannot be used (੬ pg. 18).
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Description of Progressive Scan CCD
Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to
pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of
outputting 50 full Frames* per second — twice the amount of conventional systems — it is able to deliver a
high quality picture even when its output signal is converted to a format that can be viewed on a TV screen.
*A PAL TV screen image is composed of 25 Frames per second. 1 Frame is made up of 2 Fields.
1 Frame
1. Regular shooting of moving images
Records 25 odd and 25 even image Fields, for a total of 50
per second. Since there is a time lag between an odd and
even Field, when they are combined to make 1 Frame the
part of the image that is moving appears as image jitter.
However, during normal playback, the moving picture
looks smooth and natural.
Scan A
Scan B
2. Progressive mode shooting of moving images (Progressive Mode Recording ੬ pg. 22)
Scan A is recorded, divided into an odd- and even-number Field, and then Scan B is skipped. Scans C and D
are handled in the same way as Scans A and B, as illustrated below, thereby recording 25 Frames per second.
Since each recorded odd- and even-number Field originates from the same Scan there is no time lag between
them, and so when they are combined into a Frame and a still image is displayed on a TV or PC monitor the
picture does not look jittery. However, when moving images are played back, the picture can look unnatural.
Scan A
Scan B
Scan C
Scan D
Skip
Skip
Odd-number
Field
Even-number
Field
Odd-number
Field
Even-number
Field
25 Frames per second
RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)
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Power Switch
Shooting
Mode Switch
Dual Shooting
Lets you record images on a tape and store still images in a
memory card simultaneously. In other words, it is possible
to store still images in the memory card without
interrupting image recording on the tape.
SNAPSHOT
Button
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO”, then set
1
the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Set “CAMERA MODE” to “DUAL” in the Menu
2
3
Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
Lock Button
While recording to a tape, press SNAPSHOT halfway.
A still image is displayed in the lower right corner of
the screen where the video image being recorded is
displayed.
SNAPSHOT Button
Released position
Video image
•At this moment, if you release SNAPSHOT,
snapshot recording will be cancelled.
Press SNAPSHOT fully. The displayed still image is
4
stored in the memory card.
NOTES:
Half-pressed
position
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the Record-Standby mode,
only a still image is stored in the memory card. Video
recording does not take place.
Still image
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
(੬ pg. 27), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
● The Stabiliser is less effective in the DUAL mode than in
other modes.
● Still images are stored in the memory card in VGA mode
file size (੬ pg. 12).
● When “CAMERA MODE” is set to “DUAL”, all Fade/
Wipe Effects and some Programme AE with special
effects cannot be used (੬ pg. 32 – 35).
● The optional flash (੬ pg. 3, 83) will not light during
video recording.
Fully-pressed
position
FOCUS Button
FOCUS Ring
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Focus detection zone
While focusing on a further
subject
While focusing on a nearer
subject
FEATURE: Auto Focus
PURPOSE:
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 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 brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour 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.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:
,
,
and
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. 20). 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” (੬ pg. 28) is activated.
FEATURE: Manual Focus
PURPOSE:
To obtain correct focus.
OPERATION:
1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments
(੬ pg. 8).
2) Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and set the
Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO”, then press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears.
3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the Focus Ring clockwise. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the Focus Ring counterclockwise. “ ” appears and blinks.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS or set the Power Switch to “ ”.
NOTES:
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If
you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)
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EN
Power Switch
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 (੬ pg. 27 – 29) .
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out
the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
1
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
Lock Button
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function
menu, and press it. The selected function menu
appears.
MENU Wheel
FADER /WI PE
PROGRAM AE
W. BALANCE
CAMERA
F . WH I TE
Menu Screen
Function menu setting depends on the function.
MANUAL
4 If you have selected “
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
DSC
REC MODE
SOUND MODE
ZOOM
–
–
–
–
–
SP
FADER/WIPE”,
W. BALANCE” . . .
12B I T
40
FULL
AGC
x
“
PROGRAM AE” or “
.... see pg. 27.
If you have selected “ CAMERA”, “
SYSTEM”, “ DISPLAY” or “
.... go to step 5.
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP
END
CAMERA MODE– V I DEO
MANUAL”,
DSC” . . .
RETURN
“
Sub Menu
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
Then, rotate the MENU wheel to select the parameter,
and press it. Selection is complete.
5
6
D I S
–
OFF
ON
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•The
icon represents “END”.
BEEP
–
–
–
MELODY
ON
TALLY
DEMO MODE
ON
RETURN
ON SCREEN
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
–
–
–
LCD / TV
ON
OFF
25 . 12 . 01
17 : 30
ADJ .
RETURN
QUAL I TY
S I ZE
–
–
–
F I NE
XGA
AUTO
UXGA
FADER /WI PE
PROGRAM AE
W. BALANCE
CAMERA
MANUAL
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
DSC
RETURN
END
Normal Screen
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Menu Screen Explanations
Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (੬ pg. 32, 33).
FADER/WIPE
PROGRAM AE
W.BALANCE
Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 34, 35).
Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance
Operation” (੬ pg. 37).
Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your
pre-ference (੬ pg. 13).
REC MODE
Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is
recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32
kHz mode of previous models)
12 BIT
SOUND
MODE
Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equiva-
lent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)
16 BIT
10X
When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will
reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.
ZOOM
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum
of 40X digital magnification.
40X
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum
of 300X digital magnification.
300X
Refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)” (੬ pg. 18).
SNAP MODE
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.
The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
OFF
GAIN UP
AGC
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a
subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. 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, “
Enables regular video shooting.
Enables “Dual Shooting” (੬ pg. 24).
AUTO
” is displayed.
VIDEO
DUAL
CAMERA
MODE
Enables “Progressive Mode Recording” (੬ pg. 22).
PS-VIDEO
OFF
DIS
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilisation 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.
ON
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “
” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “ CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.
● The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
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Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
28
EN
Refer to “Self-Timer” (੬ pg. 30).
SELF-TIMER
OFF
Refer to “5-Second Recording” (੬ pg. 31).
5S
5S
Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving (੬ pg. 31).
ANIM.
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the
zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m 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.
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
OFF
ON
TELE
MACRO
Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a
normal screen ratio.
OFF
WIDE
MODE
Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on
wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut
CINEMA
and the screen ratio becomes 16:9.
appears. When using this mode, refer
to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on
4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and
bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.
•“CINEMA” mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to
“VIDEO” (੬ pg. 12) and “CAMERA MODE” is set to “VIDEO” or “PS-
VIDEO” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 27).
For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the
SQUEEZE
image to fit the screen without distortion.
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.
•“SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to
“VIDEO” (੬ pg. 12) and “CAMERA MODE” is set to “VIDEO” or “PS-
VIDEO” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 27).
SW
“
” appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical
PS-WIDE
zoom wide angle range. This mode’s wide angle setting is equivalent to using
a 0.7X wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to 10X. This
mode is suitable for shooting in a small room.
•“PS-WIDE” mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to
“VIDEO” (੬ pg. 12) and “CAMERA MODE” is set to “PS-VIDEO” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 27).
Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.
OFF
ON
WIND
CUT
Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “
” appears. The quality of the
sound will change. This is normal.
: Factory-preset
NOTE:
The “
MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
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OFF
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
BEEP
BEEP
The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end
of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 18, 19).
MELODY Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also
activates the shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 18, 19).
OFF
ON
The tally lamp remains off at all times.
TALLY
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
OFF
ON
DEMO
MODE
Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects,
etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO
MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that,
the demonstration will resume.
NOTES:
● If a tape 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”.
Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from
appearing on the connected TV screen.
ON
SCREEN
LCD
Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is
connected to a TV.
LCD/TV
The date/time does not appear.
DATE/
TIME
OFF
Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:
•When the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “ ” or “ ”.
•When video playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when
scenes are recorded.
AUTO
•When the date is changed during video playback.
The date/time is always displayed.
Time code is not displayed.
ON
TIME
CODE
OFF
ON
Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame
numbers are not displayed during recording.
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 9).
CLOCK ADJ.
QUALITY
SIZE
Refer to “Picture Mode Setting” (੬ pg. 14).
UXGA
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● “ SYSTEM” and “
DISPLAY” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” are also
applied when the Power Switch is set to “
” (੬ pg. 39). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the Power
Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “
DISPLAY” settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “ON SCREEN” setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control
(provided) (੬ pg. 53, 56, 66).
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Power Switch
Self-Timer
Shooting
Mode Switch
Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can
become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding
the final touch to a memorable picture.
SNAPSHOT
Button
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
1
the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180° so that
it faces forward and view yourself while self-
recording.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Lock Button
2
3
4
Recording Start/Stop Button
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
and press it.
MANUAL”,
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SELF-TIMER”, and
press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU
wheel to select “ON ”, and press it. Selection is
complete. Rotate the MENU wheel to select
Menu Screen
SELF– T I MER
–
OFF
ON
“
1RETURN”, and press it twice to close the Menu
Screen.
To engage the Self-Timer for video recording, press
the Recording Start/Stop Button. After 15 seconds, the
beep sounds and video recording starts. To stop Self-
Timer recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
Button again. The camcorder re-enters Record-
Standby mode.
5
Self-Timer
indication
OR
Press SNAPSHOT. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds
and snapshot recording starts. After that, the
camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
To end Self-Timer recording, select “OFF” in step 4.
6
When the Recording Start/Stop
Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed,
the tally lamp changes as shown:
NOTE:
If “BEEP” and “TALLY” are set to “OFF” (੬ pg. 29), the
beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light.
MENU Wheel
4
Turns off
(Self-Timer snapshot recording starts)
Begins blinking
(Self-Timer starts)
Blinks quickly
(Self-Timer shooting
starts soon)
4
4
4
Stops blinking and stays on
(Self-Timer video record-ing starts)
After approx. 15 sec.
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Power Switch
Shooting
Mode Switch
5-Second Recording
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips
to keep the action moving. This function is available only
for video recording.
SNAPSHOT
Button
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO”, then set
1
the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
5
Lock Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
MANUAL”,
and press it. The MANUAL Menu appears.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “5S”, and press it.
The Sub Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “5S”, and press it.
Selection is complete. Rotate the MENU wheel to
select “1RETURN”, and press it twice to close the
Menu Screen.
•“5S” appears.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp
lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of
recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters
Record-Standby mode.
•Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button
again within 5 seconds after recording starts,
Record-Standby mode is not engaged.
6
MENU Wheel
Display
Menu Screen
To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 5.
5
S
–
OFF
7
5
S
AN I M .
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button in
step 6, select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu
Screen, then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder
records a 5-second still (੬ pg. 18). When “5S” is set
to “ANIM.” (੬ pg. 28) this function is not available.
NOTE:
When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen the
5-second recording mode is not available. Animation
recording of a few frames only is taken instead (੬ pg. 28).
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FADE/WIPE SELECTION
Fade/Wipe Effects
(
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
and
)
These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition
from one scene to the next. You can also vary
transitions from scene to scene.
Fade or Wipe works when video recording is started or
when you stop recording.
Set the Shooting Mode Switch to “VIDEO” and set the
Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
1
IMPORTANT:
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with
certain modes of Programme AE with special
effects (੬ pg. 34, 35). If an unusable Fade/
Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or
goes out.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Set “CAMERA MODE” to “VIDEO” or “PS-VIDEO” in
Shooting Mode Switch
Power Switch
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 26, 27).
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
FADER/WIPE”,
then press it. Rotate the MENU wheel to select the
desired function, then press it. Selection is complete.
Press the MENU wheel again. The Menu Screen
5
6
closes.
Recording Start/
Stop Button
To activate the Fade-in or Wipe-in . . .
.... Press FADE/WIPE during Record-Standby mode
so that the selected effect indicator appears.
FADE/WIPE Button
To activate the Fade-out or Wipe-out . . .
.... Press FADE/WIPE during recording so that the
selected effect indicator appears.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the
Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
7
MENU Wheel
PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION
(
,
,
,
,
,
and
)
The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video recording
is started.
To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .
.... press FADE/WIPE again in step 6 so that
the effect indicator disappears.
Follow steps 1 through 5 above.
NOTES:
1
● Once a Fade/Wipe Effect is executed, the effect is
deactivated and its indicator goes out. To use the
same effect again, press FADE/WIPE as required.
To use a different effect, start from step 4.
● You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by
pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop
Button.
● If the power is turned off after a scene is finished
recording, the stored point is erased,
disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve combina-
tion. When this happens, the Picture Wipe/
Dissolve indicator blinks. Also note that power
shuts off automatically if 5 minutes elapse in the
Record-Standby mode.
● Picture Wipe/Dissolve cannot be used when
“CAMERA MODE” is set to “PS-VIDEO”.
● All Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used when
“CAMERA MODE” is set to “DUAL”.
● The sound at the end of the last recorded scene
is not stored.
Engage the Record-Standby mode.
2 If you press FADE/WIPE during recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button when one
scene is finished. The point at which the scene
ended is stored in memory.
If you press FADE/WIPE during Record-Standby
mode . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording and press it again when one scene is
finished. The point at which the scene ended is
stored in memory.
If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of
3
the end of the previous recording (without having
turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene
wipes out, revealing the new scene.
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Fader And Wipe Menu
Menu
Effect
Fade in or out with a white screen.
FADER — WHITE
FADER — BLACK
FADER — B.W
Fade in or out with a black screen.
Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out
from colour to black and white.
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left
corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black
screen.
WIPE — CORNER
The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward
the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the
centre.
WIPE — WINDOW
WIPE — SLIDE
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,
revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from
left and right to cover the scene.
WIPE — DOOR
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.
WIPE — SCROLL
WIPE — SHUTTER
Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom,
or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a
black screen.
The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
DISSOLVE
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right
corner to the lower left corner.
WIPE — CORNER
WIPE — WINDOW
WIPE — SLIDE
WIPE — DOOR
WIPE — SCROLL
WIPE — SHUTTER
The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen
toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to
left.
The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left, like
a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the
screen to the top.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward
the top and bottom of the screen.
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IMPORTANT:
Programme AE With Special Effects
Some modes of Programme AE with special
effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe
Effects (੬ pg. 33). If an unusable mode is
selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
1
Power Switch
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Shooting
Mode Switch
2
3
4
5
6
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
AE”, then press it.
PROGRAM
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired mode,
then press it. Selection is complete.
Press the MENU wheel again. The Menu Screen
closes.
Press PROG.AE so that the selected effect indicator
appears.
Lock Button
To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .
.... press PROG.AE again so that the effect indicator
disappears.
PROG.AE Button
NOTE:
Programme AE with special effects can be changed during
recording or during Record-Standby.
MENU Wheel
Display
SHUTTER1/120
SPORTS
Menu Screen
SNOW
SPOTL I GHT
T
W
I L I GHT
SEP I A
MONOTONE
CLASS I C F I LM
STROBE
SLO
W
1
2
SLO
W
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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.
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.
2
*
CLASSIC FILM
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
SPORTS
(Variable
Shutter Speed:
1/250 – 1/4000)
2
*
STROBE
1
*
Your recording looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
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.
2
*
SLOW (Slow Shutter)
Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting. Use
“SLOW” only in dark areas.
SNOW
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright
surroundings such as in the snow.
SLOW 1
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow
shooting in dark environments.
SPOTLIGHT
SLOW 2
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too bright when shooting under extremely
strong direct lighting such as spotlights.
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow
shooting in even darker environments.
NOTES:
● When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a
strobe-like effect.
● If the manual focus indicator blinks when
“SLOW” is used, adjust focus manually and use
a tripod.
TWILIGHT
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
White Balance (੬ pg. 37) is initially 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.
3
*
VIDEO ECHO
Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your
2
*
SEPIA
recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a
classic look.
of over 10X is not available.
2
*
1 With images shot in the UXGA mode, the
*
MONOTONE
Like black and white films, your footage is shot in
B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it
enhances the “classic film” effect.
shutter speed is applicable only up to 1/500
(੬ pg. 14).
2 Available when “CAMERA MODE” is set to
*
“VIDEO” or “PS-VIDEO”.
3 Available when “CAMERA MODE” is set to
*
“VIDEO”.
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36
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Exposure Control
Iris Lock
Use this function in the following situations:
•When shooting a moving subject.
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the
following situations:
•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.
•When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
•When shooting objects under a spotlight.
•When zooming.
•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.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even
when the subject moves away from you, the image
will not darken or brighten.
Before the following steps, perform steps 1 and 2 of
“Exposure Control”.
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch,
then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the
LCD monitor fully.
Press EXPOSURE. The exposure control
indicator appear.
2
3
Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
3
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
the MENU wheel for over 2 seconds. The
exposure control indicator and “ ” appear.
Rotate the MENU wheel towards “ᮡ” to
brighten the image, or towards “ᮢ” to darken
the image. (maximum 6)
Press the MENU wheel. “ ” changes to “
and the iris is locked.
”
Press the MENU wheel. Exposure adjustment is
complete.
4
Iris lock indicator
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
3
.... press EXPOSURE or set the Power Switch to
“
”.
BACKLIGHT Button (5)
To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .
.... press BACKLIGHT.
is displayed and the
EXPOSURE Button (2
)
subject is brightened. If pressed again,
disappears and the brightness returns to the
previous level.
•+4 exposure has the same effect as the
BACKLIGHT Button.
•Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the
subject to become too bright and the subject to
become white.
•Backlight compensations is also available when the
Power Switch is set to “ ”.
MENU Wheel
Power Switch
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
NOTE:
.... press EXPOSURE so that the exposure control
Backlight, spotlight (੬ pg. 35) compensation and
“SNOW” (੬ pg. 35) have no effect when the
manual Exposure Control mode is engaged.
indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the Power
Switch to “ ”.
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .
.... after step 2 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the
exposure rotating the MENU wheel. Then lock
the iris in step 3 of “Iris Lock”. For automatic
locking, press EXPOSURE again in step 2. The
iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.
Iris
Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-
lit environments to keep too much light from
entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in
more light.
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White Balance Adjustment
Manual White Balance Operation
A term that refers to the correctness of colour
reproduction under various lighting. If the white
balance is correct, all other colours 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 colour/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 “ ” while pressing
Press the MENU wheel until
rapidly.
When the setting is completed,
normal blinking.
begins blinking
resumes
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch,
then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the
LCD monitor fully.
3
4
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen
closes and the Manual White Balance indicator
is displayed.
2
3
appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
W.BALANCE”, then press it. The W.BALANCE
Menu appears.
Rotate the the MENU wheel to select the
Power Switch
4
desired mode.
“AUTO”
– White balance is adjusted
automatically (factory
preset).
White
paper
“
MWB”
FINE”
– White balance is set
manually.
“
“
“
– Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.
HALOGEN” – A video light or similar type
of lighting is used.
Press the MENU wheel. Selection is complete.
Press the MENU wheel again. The Menu Screen
closes and the selected mode indicator except
“AUTO” appears.
MENU Wheel
5
To Change The Tint For Recording . . .
.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white.
The white balance is adjusted based on the
colour, 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 “ ”.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or
Monotone (੬ pg. 35) 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. 25).
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
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.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback For Video
38
EN
Power Zoom Lever (VOLUME)
Load a tape (੬ pg. 10).
1
Power Switch
Set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
2
the Lock Button located on the switch. To start
playback, press 4/6.
•To stop playback, press 5.
•Press
2
to rewind, or
3
to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
To Control The Speaker Volume . . .
.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOLUME) towards “+”
to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the
volume.
Speaker
Fast-Forward Button (3
Rewind Button (2
Lock Button
NOTES:
)
● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is
supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off
automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to
)
“OFF”, then to “
”.
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 52).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the
camera body.
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
•When power is supplied from a battery: the “
”
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
When power is supplied through the DC cord: “
does not appear.
”
Stop Button (5)
Play/Pause Button (4/6)
•During Stop mode, none of the indications are
displayed.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the
sound is not heard from the speaker.
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.
1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically
engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.
● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still
image.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.
1) Press
3
for forward or
2
for reverse search during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, press and hold
2
or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button.
Once you release it, normal playback resumes.
● A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.
1) Engage Still Playback.
2) Rotate the MENU wheel towards “ᮡ” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “ᮢ” for reverse
Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.
Ⅲ To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● You can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (੬ pg. 63).
Slow-Motion Playback, Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (੬ pg. 63, 64).
PLAYBACK Advanced Features For Video
EN39
Power Switch
Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
The following procedure applies to all except Synchro
Comp (੬ pg. 69, 70).
Set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function
menu, and press it. The selected function menu appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.
Lock Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
parameter and press it. Selection is complete.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice to close the Menu Screen.
SOUND MODE ੬ pg. 40.
12BIT MODE
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
੬ pg. 40.
੬ pg. 70.
MENU Wheel
Allows you to set the video recording
mode (SP or LP) depending on your
preference (੬ pg. 13).
It is recommended you use “REC
MODE” in the “
when using this camcorder as a
recorder during dubbing (GR-
DV2000 only, ੬ pg. 57, 59).
Display
Menu Screen
VIDEO” Menu
SOUND MODE
–
–
–
–
–
–
STEREO
SOUND
O . O
12B I T MODE
SYNCHRO
1
REC MODE
COPY
S / AV I NPUT
SP
OFF
OFF
COPY ON: Enables dubbing of images
recorded on a tape to a memory
card (੬ pg. 60).
GR-DV2000 only
RETURN
OFF: Enables snapshots to be taken
during video playback.
S/AV INPUT
(GR-DV2000
only)
ON: Enables audio/video signal
input from the AV and S-VIDEO
connectors (੬ pg. 57).
OFF: Enables audio/video signal
output to a TV, VCR, etc. via the AV
and S-VIDEO connectors
* Each setting is linked with “
DISPLAY” or
“
SYSTEM”, which appears when the
(੬ pg. 52, 56).
Power Switch is set to “ ” (੬ pg. 29). The
parameters are the same as in the description
on pg. 29.
BEEP*
Makes a beep or melody sound/
activates the shutter sound effect.
TALLY*
Turns on/off the tally lamp.
NOTES:
● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN
settings by pressing DISPLAY on the remote
control.
DEMO MODE* Starts automatic demonstration.
ON SCREEN*
Makes the camcorder’s indications
appear/disappear from the
connected TV screen.
●
“REC MODE” can be set when the Power
Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” ( pg. 13, 27).
੬
DATE/TIME*
TIME CODE*
Makes the date/time appear/
disappear on the camcorder.
● When “S/AV INPUT” is set to “ON”,
camcorder playback cannot be viewed on
the AV output.
Makes the time code appear/
disappear on the camcorder.
PLAYBACK Advanced Features For Video (cont.)
40
EN
Playback Sound
During video 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 pg. 39, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the
desired parameter.
STEREO
Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.
SOUND MODE
12BIT MODE
SOUND L
SOUND R
SOUND 1
SOUND 2
MIX
Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.
Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both “L”
and “R” channels in stereo.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions,
“12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)
● The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or
rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.
Display
ON SCREEN setting:
For playback sound, tape
speed and tape running.
DATE/TIME setting:
For date/time.
TIME CODE setting:
For time code.
4
6
12B I T / SOUND
1
SP
25 . 12 . 01
17 : 30
12 : 34 : 24
Frames*
Seconds
Minutes
*25 frames = 1 second
EN41
Power Switch
Blank Search
Helps you find where you should start recording in the
middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption
(੬ pg. 21).
Load a tape (੬ pg. 10) and set the Power Switch to
1
2
“
” while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch.
Press BLANK SEARCH.
•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the
camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward
shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is about
3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the
detected blank portion.
Lock Button
Stop Button (5)
To cancel Blank Search midway . . .
.... press 5.
NOTES:
● In step 2, if the current position is at a blank portion the
camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the
current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder
searches in the forward direction.
● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared
with the tape.
BLANK SEARCH Button
● 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
cannot be detected.
Display
44
● 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.
BLANK SEARCH
PLAYBACK Basic Playback For D.S.C.
42
EN
Stop Button (5)
Normal Playback
Images shot with the camcorder are automatically
numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory
card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much
like flipping through a photo album.
Rewind Button (2
)
Play Button (4/6)
Fast-Forward Button (3
)
Load a memory card (੬ pg. 11).
Power Switch
1
Set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
2
the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull
out the viewfinder fully.
Press MEMORY PLAY.
3
4
•A stored image is displayed.
MEMORY PLAY Button
Lock Button
Press
Press
3
2
to display the next image.
to display the previous image.
[For Normal Playback]
To display the next image
[For Auto Playback]
Auto Playback
Display
You can run through all the images stored in memory
automatically.
100–0010
Perform steps 1 through 3 above.
1
2
Press 4/6.
10 / 24
11 / 24
12 / 24
13 / 24
25 . 12 . 01
100–0011
•If you press
2
during Auto Playback, images are
displayed in descending order.
•If you press
3
during Auto Playback, images are
displayed in ascending order.
To end Auto Playback, press 5.
3
25 . 12 . 01
100–0012
NOTE:
Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-
numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image,
because new images are automatically stored after the last-
recorded one.
25 . 12 . 01
100–0013
Directory and File names
Displays the directory and file names (੬ pg. 43).
25 . 12 . 01
Total number of images
Displays the total number of stored images.
To display
the previous
image
Image number
Displays the index number of the image file (੬ pg. 43).
EN43
Picture quality
File size
Index Screen
The images you shot can be displayed together with their
index information. Convenient for checking images shot
beforehand, the Index Screen also shows the Picture
quality, directory and file names as well as which images
are protected against accidental erasure.
Directory and file names
Index number Selected image
EXIT
IMAGE
100-DVC00003
VGA
100-DVC00003: Directory and File names
Shows that the selected shot is in a directory called “100”
and its file name is “DVC00003”.
Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using
a number which is larger by one than the largest number
of the file names which are in use. If the file name reaches
DVC09999, a new directory will be made and the file
name will start again from DVC00001.
In the playback screen (੬ pg. 42), the directory and only
the last four digits of the file name are displayed.
001
F
002
S
F
004
F
005
F
006
VGA: File size
Displays the file size of the stored image. There are 3
modes available: UXGA, XGA and VGA (੬ pg. 14).
Protect icon
001: Index number
MEMORY PLAY Button
Index numbers are marked from 001. For example, when
10 images are stored (index number: 001 to 010), if three
images with index numbers 002, 004 and 006 are deleted
from memory, the remaining images are automatically
moved up to fill any gaps in the numerical sequence.
Therefore, the number of remaining images is 7, and the
new index numbers range from 001 to 007.
F/S: Picture Quality
Displays the quality of the stored image. There are 2
modes available: FINE and STANDARD (in order of
quality) (੬ pg. 14).
MENU Wheel
INDEX Button
: Protect icon
When an image is protected against its accidental erasure,
a padlock mark appears next to the Picture Quality
indicator, and that image cannot be deleted.
Playback Screen
Selected Image
An image is framed in green when it is selected. Rotate the
MENU wheel to move the green frame to the desired
image.
Index Playback
You can view the images stored in memory six at a time.
Use this mode when looking for an image you wish to
view.
Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback” on
pg. 42.
1
To access the Index Screen, press INDEX.
2
3
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
the desired image and press it. The image selected in
the Index Screen is displayed.
PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C.
44
EN
Protecting Images
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of
images. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the
Picture Quality indication, that image cannot be deleted.
Power Switch
Set the Power Switch to “
the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull
out the viewfinder fully.
” while pressing down
1
Press MEMORY PLAY.
2
3
•A stored image is displayed.
Lock Button
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Press the MENU wheel again. The MEMORY Menu
appears.
MEMORY PLAY Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “PROTECT” and
press it. The PROTECT Index Screen appears.
4
TO PROTECT AN IMAGE
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 4
above.
MENU Wheel
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
5
6
the desired image and press it. A “ ” padlock mark
appears on the selected image.
Repeat this procedure for all images you do not wish
to delete by accident.
V I DEO
PROTECT
Menu Screen
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
MEMORY
I MAGE DEL .
FRAME DEL .
DPOF
FORMAT
Rotate the MENU wheel upward to select “EXIT” and
press it. The normal playback screen appears.
END
NOTE:
EXIT
PROTECT
PROTECT Index
Screen
When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even
protected images are deleted. If you do not want to lose
important images, transfer them to a PC and save them.
001
F
F
002
S
003
S
F
004
005
F
006
TO REMOVE PROTECTION
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 4
above.
Padlock mark
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
Normal playback
If Protection is
removed
5
6
the desired image and press it. The “ ” padlock
mark located above the image disappears and the
image is no longer protected.
EXIT
001
PROTECT
Repeat this procedure for all images from which you
wish to remove protection.
F
F
002
S
003
S
F
Rotate the MENU wheel upward to select “EXIT” and
press it. The normal playback screen appears.
004
005
F
006
Normal playback
EN45
MEMORY PLAY Button
Deleting Images
Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time
or all at once.
Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Protecting Images” on
1
2
pg. 44.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “IMAGE DEL.” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears.
MENU Wheel
TO DELETE THE DISPLAYED IMAGE
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 and 2 above.
Display
DELETE
EXIT
001
DELETE Index
Screen
F
F
002
S
003
006
S
F
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “CURRENT” and
3
4
press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
004
005
F
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. The currently displayed image is deleted.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU wheel to select
“CANCEL” and press it.
I MAGE DEL .
Deletion
TO SELECT AN IMAGE BY BROWSING
IMAGES STORED IN MEMORY
Confirmation
Screen
SELECT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 and 2 above.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SELECT” and press
3
4
it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
the desired image that you wish to delete and press it.
An “ ” appears above the selected image.
Repeat this procedure for all images that you wish to
delete.
To deselect an image, press the MENU wheel again.
The “ ” disappears.
Rotate the MENU wheel upward to select “EXIT” and
CAUTION:
5
6
press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
Do not remove the memory card or
perform any other operation (such as
turning off the camcorder) during deletion.
Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power
Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may
be corrupted if the battery becomes
exhausted during deletion. If the memory
card becomes corrupted, initialise it.
(੬ pg. 47)
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. The selected images are deleted and the
normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU wheel to select
“CANCEL” and press it.
TO DELETE ALL IMAGES
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 and 2 above.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ALL” and press it.
3
4
The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
NOTES:
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. All the images are deleted.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU wheel to select
“CANCEL” and press it.
● Protected images (੬ pg. 44) cannot be
deleted with the above operation. To delete
them, remove protection first.
● Once images are deleted, they cannot be
restored. Check images before deleting.
PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)
46
EN
Superimposing A Print Frame
A selection of print frames are stored in the camcorder. A
frame can be superimposed over a still image.
Play back an image stored in the memory card.
1
2
3
Press PRINT FRAME. The Print Frame Index Screen
appears.
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
the desired print frame and press it. Selection is
complete. The selected print frame is superimposed
over the still image.
PRINT FRAME Button
Display
E
X
I
T
FRAME
002
Print Frame
Index Screen
FRAME 3
001
To Make The Print Frame Disappear . . .
.... press PRINT FRAME.
NOTES:
004
005
006
● A print frame created on a PC can be transferred to a
memory card using the provided software. Transferred
print frames are displayed from print frame index
number 007, and they can be used together with the
print frames in the camcorder’s memory. For details on
creating/transferring print frames, refer to the software
instructions.
● Depending on the images you play back, the print frame
outline may become grainy or vague.
EN47
Power Switch
Initialising A Memory Card
You can initialise a memory card anytime.
After initialising, all images and data stored in the
memory card, including those which have been
protected, are cleared.
Set the Power Switch to “
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
”, while pressing down
1
Press MEMORY PLAY.
2
3
4
5
6
Lock Button
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
MEMORY PLAY Button
Press the MENU wheel again. The MEMORY Menu
appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “FORMAT” and
press it. The Confirmation Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. The memory card is initialised. When
initialisation is finished, “NO IMAGES STORED”
appears.
MENU Wheel
Display
•To cancel initialisation, rotate the MENU wheel to
select “CANCEL” and press it.
Menu Screen
PROTECT
I MAGE DEL .
FRAME DEL .
DPOF
CAUTION:
Do not perform any other operation (such as
turning off the camcorder) during initialisation.
Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power
Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted
during initialisation. If the memory card
becomes corrupted initialise it.
FORMAT
CANCEL
EXECUTE
RETURN
FORMAT
FORMAT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
ERASE ALL
EX I ST I NG DATA?
PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)
48
EN
Power Switch
Print Frame Deletion
A print frame created on a PC can be transferred to a
memory card using the provided software. Print frames
that have been transferred to a memory card can be
deleted when they are no longer needed.
There are 2 ways of deleting previously created print
frames: by browsing through print frames individually or
by deleting them all at once.
TO SELECT A PRINT FRAME BY BROWSING
PRINT FRAMES STORED IN MEMORY
MEMORY
PLAY Button
Lock Button
Set the Power Switch to “
”, while pressing down
1
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Press MEMORY PLAY.
2
3
4
5
6
7
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
MENU Wheel
Press the MENU wheel again. The MEMORY Menu
appears.
Display
EXIT
013
DELETE
DELETE Index
Screen
F
F
014
F
015
018
F
F
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “FRAME DEL.” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears.
016
017
F
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SELECT” and press
it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
the desired print frame that you wish to delete and
press it. An “ ” appears above the selected print
frame.
FRAME DEL .
Deletion
Confirmation
Screen
SELECT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
Repeat this procedure for all print frames that you
wish to delete.
To deselect a print frame, press the MENU wheel
again. The “ ” disappears.
Rotate the MENU wheel upward to select “EXIT” and
8
9
press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. The selected print frames are deleted and the
normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU wheel to select
“CANCEL” and press it.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the memory card or
perform any other operation (such as
turning off the camcorder) during deletion.
Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power
Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may
be corrupted if the battery becomes
exhausted during deletion. If the memory
card becomes corrupted, initialise it.
(੬ pg. 47)
NOTES:
● If print frames created on a PC have not been transferred
to a memory card, it is not possible to delete them using
these steps.
● The print frames in the camcorder’s memory cannot be
deleted.
EN49
TO DELETE ALL PRINT FRAMES
MEMORY PLAY Button
Perform steps 1 through 5 on pag. 48.
1
2
3
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ALL” and press it.
The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. All the print frames are deleted.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU wheel to select
“CANCEL” and press it.
MENU Wheel
Display
Menu Screen
FRAME DEL .
–
CANCEL
SELECT
ALL
FRAME DEL .
Deletion
Confirmation
Screen
ALL
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)
50
EN
Power Switch
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)
This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print
Order Format) standard in order to support future systems
such as automatic printing, which records information
about the still images you wish to print (such as the
number of prints to make). There are 2 print information
settings available: “To print all still images (one print for
each)” explained below and “To print by selecting still
images and no. of prints” (੬ pg. 51).
TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES
(ONE PRINT FOR EACH)
Lock Button
Set the Power Switch to “
the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
”, while pressing down
MEMORY PLAY Button
1
Press MEMORY PLAY.
2
3
4
5
6
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Press the MENU wheel again. The MEMORY Menu
appears.
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “DPOF” and press
it. The Sub Menu appears.
Display
Menu Screen
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ALL” and press it.
Selection is complete. The Confirmation Screen
appears.
DPOF
–
SELECT
ALL
RESET
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. The normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel selection, rotate the MENU wheel to
select “CANCEL” and press it.
7
DPOF
Confirmation
Screen
To Reset The Setting . . .
.... select “RESET” in step 6. The setting is reset to 0 for all
still images.
ALL
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
EN51
TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES
MEMORY PLAY Button
AND NO. OF PRINTS
Perform steps 1 through 5 on pg. 50.
1
Rotate the MENU wheel to selsect “SELECT” and
2
press it. Selection is complete. The DPOF Screen
appears.
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to move the green frame to
the image you wish to print and press it.
3
4
Display
DPOF
Select the number of prints by rotating the MENU
wheel towards “ᮡ” to increase the number, or
towards “ᮢ” to decrease the number and press it.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of prints.
•The number of prints can be set up to 15.
•To correct the number of prints, select the image
again and change the number.
EXIT
DPOF Screen
100-DVC00021
VGA
019 00 020 00 021
022 00 023 00 024 00
Rotate the MENU wheel upward to select “EXIT” and
press it. Selection is complete. The Confirmation
Screen appears.
5
6
DPOF
Confirmation
Screen
SELECT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE” and
press it. The normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel selection, rotate the MENU wheel to
select “CANCEL” and press it.
To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .
.... select “RESET” in step 6 on pg. 50. The number of
prints is reset to 0 for all still images.
CAUTION:
While performing the above, never disconnect power,
as this may cause the memory to be corrupted. For
safety, all buttons including the Power Switch are
disabled in step 5.
NOTES:
● If you load a memory card already set as shown above
in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of
the selected still images automatically.
● To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a
memory card (੬ pg. 60).
CONNECTIONS Basic Connections
52
EN
Use the provided Audio/Video cable and S-Video cable.
To TV or VCR
Jack Box
(provided)
When the S-Video
cable is not used.
To AV
Yellow to VIDEO IN
TV
Red to AUDIO R IN**
White to AUDIO L IN**
Connector cover*
To S-VIDEO
Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA
plug] (provided)
To S-VIDEO IN
S-Video cable (provided)
VCR
*
When connecting the cables, open this cover.
** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector
Use the provided Cable Adapter.
When the S-Video
cable is not used.
Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA plug]
(provided)
Cable
Adapter
Yellow
TV
or
VCR
White to
AUDIO L*
To
AV
Red to
AUDIO R*
Camcorder
S-Video cable
(provided)
To S-VIDEO
To
-IN
“Y/C”/“CVBS”
Video Out
Select Switch
* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
NOTE:
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video
cable.
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NOTES:
Make sure all units are turned off.
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (੬ pg. 7).
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 52).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape or memory
card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” or
“
”, then set your TV to the appropriate input
mode.
Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
● 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.
● For GR-DV2000 owners: If no image is displayed
or no sound is heard from the TV, set “S/AV
INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
3
4
5
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the
TV to its VIDEO mode.
To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”
in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape
Running Displays for video playback
Or
Directory/File Names and Image Number/Total
Number of Images for D.S.C. Playback
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control.
CONNECTIONS Advanced Connections
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Connection To A Personal Computer
Power Switch
This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC via DV or
USB connection as shown in the illustration.
MEMORY PLAY Button
Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.
1
2
3
Connect the camcorder to your PC using the
appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.
Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch
and turn on the PC.
” while
If you have connected via the USB cable
. . . go to step 4.
Press MEMORY PLAY.
•“USB MODE ACCESSING FILE” appears on the
LCD monitor.
•If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter
the USB mode.
To
4
5
To DV
OUT
USB
Core filter
When finished, turn off the PC first, then the
camcorder.
DV cable
(optional)
USB cable
(provided)
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
● Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable
simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the
cable you wish to use to the camcorder.
● The date/time information cannot be captured into the
PC.
OR
Core filter
To USB
connector
To DV
connector
● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and provided
Software.
● The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a
DV connector-equipped capture board.
● 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, or
use the DV cable provided with the capture board.
PC with DV
connector
USB-equipped PC
Never disconnect the USB cable while “ACCESSING
FILE” is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can
result in product damage.
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Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector
Power Switch
Connection to the GV-DT3 Digital Printer (optional) allows
you to print out images or transfer them to a PC. It is also
possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto
another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This
function is called Digital Dubbing (੬ pg. 58), which
offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.
Make sure all units are turned off.
1
2
3
Make connections to the device you want to connect
to using a DV cable, as shown in the illustration.
To DV OUT
Core filter
If necessary, connect the PC connection cable
(provided with GV-DT3) to the printer’s PC connector
and the PC’s RS-232C connector.
Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
4
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch
and turn on the other units.
DV cable
(optional)
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
Core filter
To DV IN
connector
To DV
connector
● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected
only to one device at a time. The GR-DV2000 can be
used as both a player and a recorder. The GR-DV1800
can be used only as a player (੬ pg. 58, 59).
● If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback, Fast-Forward or
Rewind is attempted with the camcorder connected to a
video unit via the DV connector, the image will take on
an effect similar to a coloured mosaic pattern or it will
become black.
Video unit equipped
with a DV connector
● Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected
units.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC
VC-VDV204U DV cable.
To PC
connector
Core filter
Digital Printer
PC
connection
cable
To RS-232C
PC
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Power Switch
Dubbing To A VCR
[To use this camcorder as a player]
Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and
1
2
the VCR. Also refer to pg. 52 and 53.
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,
turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
To
AV
To
S-VIDEO
Connector
cover**
[For GR-DV2000 owners only]
Set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 39).
3
Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA plug]
(provided)
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
4
5
S-Video
cable
(provided)
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.
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
6
7
8
Record mode.
To AUDIO, VIDEO*
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press 4/6
on the camcorder.
and
-IN
connectors
Repeat steps 5 through 7 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
“Y/C”/“CVBS”
video out
select switch
Cable Adapter
(provided)
If your VCR has a
SCART connector,
use the provided
cable adapter.
NOTES:
● You can use Playback Zoom (੬ pg. 63) or Playback
Special Effects (੬ pg. 64) in step 6.
● Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications
do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they are
being recorded onto the new tape.
● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as
required:
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts
Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does
not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video
cable.
VCR
TV
*
Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
** When connecting the cables, open this
cover.
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 39).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39). Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control.
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[To use this camcorder as a recorder:
GR-DV2000 only]
Power Switch
Dubbing From A VCR
Make sure all units are turned off, then connect the
camcorder and the VCR as shown in the illustration.
Also refer to pg. 52 and 53.
1
2
3
To
AV
Set “SOUND MODE” to “12 BIT” or “16 BIT” and
“REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen
depending on your preference (੬ pg. 39).
To
S-VIDEO
Connector
cover**
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Turn on the VCR’s power and insert the appropriate
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA plug]
(provided)
S-Video
Set “S/AV INPUT” to “ON” in the Menu Screen to
cable
4
5
engage the analogue input mode (੬ pg. 39).
(provided)
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
camcorder to engage the Record-Pause mode.
“
AV. IN ” appears on the screen.
Engage the VCR’s Play mode, then engage the Still
Playback mode when you have found a spot just
before the edit-in point.
To Audio, Video* and
S-Video connectors
6
7
8
9
Cable Adapter
(not provided)
If your VCR has a
SCART connector, use
a commercially
available output
cable adapter.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
camcorder to engage the Record mode.
rotates
on the screen. Engage the VCR’s Play mode.
To stop dubbing, press the Recording Star/Stop Button
on the camcorder so that
engage the VCR’s Stop mode.
stops rotating, then
VCR (Playback deck)
Repeat steps 6 through 8 for additional editing.
Set “S/AV INPUT” back to “OFF” in the Menu Screen
10 to disengage the analogue input mode (੬ pg. 39).
TV
NOTES:
● To use an output cable adapter (commercially avail-
able), refer to its instructions.
* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
** When connecting the cables, open this cover.
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
● Analogue signals can be converted to digital signals with
this procedure.
● It is also possible to dub from another camcorder.
DUBBING (cont.)
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Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A
DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
Power Switch
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.
[To use this camcorder as a player]
Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the
camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input
connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.
1
2
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,
turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the video
unit.
To DV OUT
Core filter
Press
4
to play back the source tape.
3
4
DV cable
(optional)
While watching the playback on the monitor, engage
the DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode
from the spot on the source tape you want to begin
recording.
Core filter
To DV IN
Video unit
equipped with DV
input connector
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
● If the remote control is used when both the player and
recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the
same operation. To prevent this from happening, press
the buttons on both units.
● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected
only to one device at a time.
● 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.
● If “Playback Zoom” (੬ pg. 63), “Playback Special
Effects” (੬ pg. 64) or “Snapshot” is attempted during
playback, only the original playback image recorded on
the tape is output from the DV OUT connector.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC
VC-VDV204U DV cable.
PLAY (4
STOP (5)
)
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Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
[To use this camcorder as a recorder:
GR-DV2000 only]
Power Switch
NOTE:
Before the following steps, make sure that “S/AV INPUT” is
set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the
1
camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output
connector using a DV cable as shown in the
illustration.
Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen
To DV IN
2
3
depending on your preference (੬ pg. 39).
Set this camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
Core filter
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Turn on the video unit’s power and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the video
unit.
DV cable
(optional)
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
camcorder to engage the Record-Pause mode.
DV. IN
Core filter
4
5
6
7
8
“
” appears on the screen.
Video unit
equipped with
DV output
connector
To DV OUT
Engage the video unit’s Play mode, then engage the
Still Playback mode when you have found a spot just
before the edit-in point.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
camcorder to engage the Record mode.
rotates
on the screen. Engage the video unit’s Play mode.
To stop dubbing, press the Recording Star/Stop Button
on the camcorder so that
stops rotating, then
engage the video unit’s Stop mode.
Repeat steps 5 through 7 for additional editing.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
● If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform
the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time.
● 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 5. If this
occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
● When using a DV cable, be sure it has a core filter attached. The core filter reduces interference.
● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current
“SOUND MODE” setting (੬ pg. 27).
● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the video or audio connectors.
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Power Switch
Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A
Memory Card
SNAPSHOT
Button
Images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card .
Load a memory card (੬ pg. 11) and cassette
1
2
(੬ pg. 10).
Set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull
out the viewfinder fully.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
3
4
Rotate it to select “
VIDEO” and press it. The
Lock Button
VIDEO Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
COPY”
and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate it to
select “ON” and press it. Selection is complete.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
COPY
–
OFF
ON
5
6
press it twice. The normal playback screen resumes.
To select a video image to be dubbed, start playback
by pressing 4/6. At the moment you find the image
you wish to dub, press it again to engage Still
Playback.
Play/Pause Button (4/6)
To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected
image is stored in the memory card.
•“ ” blinks during dubbing.
7
NOTES:
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 7 when a memory card
is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is
displayed.
● If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode
(੬ pg. 28) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE
mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.
● To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you
wish to dub, perform up to step 7 using the remote
control (provided) (੬ pg. 64).
MENU Wheel
● Images are dubbed in VGA file size.
Display
4
6
SP
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this
camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations
(Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your
VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible.
1
3
Tab
Installing The Batteries
The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size batteries.
See “General Battery Precautions” (੬ pg. 89).
Remove the battery compartment cover while
1
2
3
pushing up the tab as illustrated.
Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the correct
direction.
Re-attach the battery compartment cover.
+
2
–
–
+
When using the remote control, be sure to point
it at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the
approximate transmitted beam effective area for
indoor use.
The transmitted beam may not be effective or
may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when
the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight
or powerful lighting.
Transmitted beam
effective area
5m
30°
Remote sensor
30°
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Functions
With the camcorder’s Power
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to
“ ”.
Buttons
Switch set to the camera
position (“ ” or
”) .
Infrared beam transmitting window
Zoom (T/W) Buttons
DISPLAY Button
Transmits the beam signal.
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 20)
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 63)
੬ pg. 66
—
—
SHIFT Button
੬ pg. 63, 65
SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons
Left/Right Buttons
—
—
੬ pg. 63
੬ pg. 63
REW Button
—
• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on the
tape (੬ pg. 38)
• Displays previous image in the memory
card (੬ pg. 42)
FADE/WIPE Button
EFFECT ON/OFF Button
EFFECT Button
—
—
—
—
੬ pg. 67
੬ pg. 64
੬ pg. 64
੬ pg. 66
PAUSE IN Connector
START/STOP Button
MBR SET Button
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
੬ pg. 65
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.
—
SNAPSHOT Button
Up Button
INSERT Button
—
—
੬ pg. 63
੬ pg. 72
Down Button
A. DUB Button
—
—
੬ pg. 63
੬ pg. 71
PLAY Button
—
• Starts Playback of the tape (੬ pg. 38)
• Starts Auto Playback of the memory card
(੬ pg. 42)
FF Button
—
• Forward/Forward Shuttle Search on the
tape (੬ pg. 38)
• Displays next image in the memory card
(੬ pg. 42)
STOP Button
—
• Stops the tape (੬ pg. 38)
• Stops Auto Playback (੬ pg. 42)
PAUSE Button
—
—
Pauses the tape (੬ pg. 63)
R.A.EDIT Buttons
੬ pg. 65 – 70
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FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback
PURPOSE:
To allow slow-speed search in either direction during
video playback.
OPERATION:
1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press
SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After
approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with a 80-
minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or Forward, normal
playback resumes.
Ⅲ To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).
Remote sensor
NOTES:
● You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW more than approx. 2
seconds.
Zoom Buttons
SHIFT
Left or SLOW
Rewind Button
Up Button
● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image
processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.
● After SLOW (9 or 0) is pressed and held, the still image
may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by a blue
screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.
● There may be a small margin between the slow-motion
playback start point you chose and the actual start
point for Slow-Motion Playback.
Down Button
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP
Right or SLOW
Forward Button
● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be distur-
bances in video and the picture may seem unstable,
especially with steady images. This is not a malfunc-
tion.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to
pause playback.
Normal playback
Press T
FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback
PURPOSE:
To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.
To move image,
press
(Right)
OPERATION:
while keeping
SHIFT held down.
1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback,
press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9
)
repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the frame
is played back.
NOTE:
You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW (9 or 0) repeatedly.
FEATURE: Playback Zoom
PURPOSE:
To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback.
OPERATION:
1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.
2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the
camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.
3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down
SHIFT, press
(Left),
(Right),
(Up) and
(Down).
Ⅲ To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press PLAY (4).
NOTES:
● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.
● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.
● Playback Zoom cannot be used on images that were recorded when “CAMERA MODE” is set to “PS-VIDEO”
(੬ pg. 26, 27).
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PLAYBACK EFFECT
PLAYBACK EFFECT
Select Menu
FEATURE: Playback Special Effects
OFF
PURPOSE:
To allow you to add creative effects to the video
playback image.
1
2
3
4
5
CLASS I C F I LM
MONOTONE
SEP I A
STROBE
V I DEO ECHO
OPERATION:
1) To start playback, press PLAY (4).
2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote
sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT
Select Menu appears.
3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by
pressing EFFECT. The selected function is activated
and after 2 seconds the menu disappears.
Ⅲ To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/
OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-
activates the selected effect.
Ⅲ To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2
above.
NOTES:
● When some Playback Special Effects are used, the
Multi-Analyser 4 and Multi-Analyser 9 Snapshot
Remote sensor
modes (੬ pg. 18) are not available.
● The effects that can be used during playback are
Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video
Echo. The effects work the same in playback as they
did in recording. Refer to page 35 for more
information.
PLAY
EFFECT ON/OFF
EFFECT
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Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as
the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is
more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see
VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by
operating the VCR manually.
VCR (Recording deck)
Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed
in the remote control (੬ pg. 61).
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
SHIFT
MBR SET
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
1
2
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold
MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).
The code is automatically set once you release
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.
Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote
for the desired function. The functions the
remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF,
REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to
press SHIFT for this one).
VCR CODE LIST
You are now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
IMPORTANT
AKAI
PHILIPS
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and
those of many other makers, it may not work with
yours or may offer limited functions.
BLAUPUNKT
FERGUSON
NOTES:
● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
● Some brands of VCR do not come on automati-
cally. In this case, turn the power on manually and
try step 2.
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
SANYO
● If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,
use the controls on the VCR.
● When the remote control’s batteries run out, the
VCR brand you have set will be erased.
In that case, replace the old battery with a new one
to reset the VCR brand.
SELECO,
REX
JVC
A
B
C
SHARP
SONY
MITSUBISHI
NEC
THOMSON,
TELEFUNKEN,
SABA,
PANASONIC
NORDMENDE
TOSHIBA
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
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MAKE CONNECTIONS
Also refer to pg. 52 and 53.
A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause
1
connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the Remote
PAUSE connector.
To
AV
A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote
pause connector but equipped with an
R.A.EDIT connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
To
S-VIDEO
Connector
cover**
To
EDIT
A VCR other than above . . .
... connect the editing cable to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector.
Audio/Video
S-Video
cable
cable
Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the
(provided)
(provided)
2
3
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch.
Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).
Editing
cable
(provided)
To AUDIO,
VIDEO* and
-IN
NOTES:
connectors
● Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the
indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do,
they will be recorded onto the new tape.
“Y/C”/“CVBS”
video out
select switch
If your VCR has the
SCART connector,
use the provided
cable adapter.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
•Time Code
To Remote
PAUSE or
R.A.EDIT
VCR
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 39).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39). Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control.
To PAUSE IN
DISPLAY
TV
● For GR-DV2000 Owners: Make sure to set “S/AV
INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39).
● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as
required:
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts
Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not
accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.
● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input
connector, an optional DV cable can be connected
instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.
* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
** When connecting cables, open this cover.
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SELECT SCENES
Programme
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/
OFF on the remote control.
I N
OUT
MODE
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –
– – : – –
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
4
5
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the scene,
press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
beginning of Programme 1.
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
– –
:
– –
00 : 00
At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT on
the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in
the Random Assemble Editing Menu.
6
7
8
At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The
Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble
Editing Menu.
If using a Fade/Wipe at the end of the scene, press
FADE/WIPE.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out
point, the effect is automatically applied to the
following Edit-In point.
Remote sensor
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end
of the last scene.
•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is
included in the total time (this does not apply to
PLAY
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
Picture Wipe/Dissolve).
1
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
EDIT IN/OUT
If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT
(੬ pg. 64).
9
CANCEL
Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.
10 •To change previously registered points, press
CANCEL on the remote control. The registered
points disappear, one at a time, from the most
recently registered point.
•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Programme AE
with special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.
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NOTES:
●
When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.
● If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be
cancelled and editing will not take place.
● If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in
the edited version.
● Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the
total programme time exactly.
● Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.
● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve
or Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next
Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during
recording, then use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.
● It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Programme AE with special effects during Random Assemble
Editing using a DV cable.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
68
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AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of
11 the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).
Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote
12 sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
13 camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right
through to the end of the last registered scene.
•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does
not start editing.
Recording Start/Stop Button
•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters
the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-
Pause mode.
•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will
be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.
•If you operate the camcorder during automatic
editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode
and automatic editing will stop.
I N
OUT
MODE
– –
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
1
2
00 : 25
07 : 18
03 : 33
09 : 30
15 : 55
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
02 : 05
08 : 31 – – – –
05 : 53
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –
– –
13 : 15
16 : 29 – – – –
– – – –
:
1
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
16 : 30
9 : 39
Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the
14 VCR.
To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.
NOTES:
● Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears
all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing.
● When the editing cable is connected to the remote
control’s Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure
the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and
the path between the two is unobstructed.
● Random Assemble Editing may not function properly
when using a tape including several duplicated time
codes (੬ pg. 21).
Remote Sensor
REW
STOP
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
PAUSE
EDIT IN/OUT
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
VCR REC
STBY
CANCEL
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Programme 1
For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to
Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing
for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time,
you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have
recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited
tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder
against your VCR.
I N
– – : – –
OUT
MODE
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
– –
:
– –
00 : 00
DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
1
2
3
remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and
press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
TV
VCR
(Recording deck)
Perform Random Assemble Editing on Programme 1
only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing,
select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit-
In point.
Play back the dubbed scene.
•If any images from the scene prior to the
transition you chose for your Edit-In point were
recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly
from Record-Pause to Record mode.
•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the
VCR is slow to start recording.
Remote sensor
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R.A.EDIT ON/OFF
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
70
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ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER
TIMING
Display
SYNCHRO
–
O . 1
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
4
5
6
sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the
Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then
press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “
VIDEO” and
press it. The VIDEO Menu appears. Then, rotate it to
“SYNCHRO” and press it. The value for “SYNCHRO”
is highlighted.
Based on the diagnostics performed (੬ pg. 69), you
can now advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating
the MENU wheel towards “ᮡ”. You can also delay
the VCR’s record timing by rotating the MENU wheel
towards “ᮢ”. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to
+1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments.
TV
VCR
(Recording deck)
Press the MENU wheel to finish the setting.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice.
Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning
with step 4 on page 67.
7
NOTES:
● Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do
a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check
whether the value you have input is appropriate or not,
and make adjustments accordingly.
● Depending on the recorder, there may be situations
where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.
MENU Wheel
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Display
Audio Dubbing
6e
Audio Dub
Standby mode
The audio track can be customized only when recorded in
the 12-bit mode (੬ pg. 27).
NOTES:
● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-
bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a
blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the
television, make connections (੬ pg. 52).
Play back the tape to locate the point where editing
MIC (external
Power Switch
microphone
1
2
3
will start, then press PAUSE (6).
input) connector*
While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,
press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.
Press PLAY (4) , then begin “narrating”.
Speak into the microphone.
•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).
To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP
4
(5).
To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .
.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 39, 40).
Speaker
PHONE
(headphone)
connector*
NOTES:
● Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional
microphone connected to the MIC connector.
● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio
Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones
to the PHONE connector.
● While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in
microphone is disabled.
● When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,
the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.
● If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound
may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded
areas.
● If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move
the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn
down the TV’s volume.
Remote sensor
Stereo
microphone
● If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording
and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not
effective from the point where 16-bit recording began.
● During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit
audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops
(੬ pg. 87).
DISPLAY
PLAY
A.DUB
PAUSE
STOP
● For GR-DV2000 Owners: To perform Audio Dubbing
with a video unit connected to the camcorder’s AV
connector, first set “S/AV INPUT” to “ON” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 39). You can hear sound from the video
unit using optional headphones.
*Located beneath the cover.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
72
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Display
Insert Editing
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded
tape, replacing a section of the original recording with
minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The
original audio remains unchanged.
w
6
NOTES:
● Before performing the following steps, make sure that
“TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 39).
12 : 34
● Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP
mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Insert Editing while watching in the
television, make connections (੬ pg. 52).
Power Switch
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and
1
press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this point
(੬ pg. 40).
Press REW (2) until the Edit-In point is located, then
2
3
press PAUSE (6).
Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote control,
then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time Code
(min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-
Pause mode.
Lock Button
Press START/STOP to begin editing.
•Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in
step 1.
•To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it again
to resume editing.
4
5
To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then STOP
(5) on the remote control. Do not press the Stop
button (5) on the camcorder since this will activate
backlight compensation instead.
Remote sensor
NOTES:
● Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 34, 35) can
be used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert
Editing.
START/STOP
● During Insert Editing, the date and time information
changes.
● If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the
tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure
you only edit recorded areas.
INSERT
PLAY
REW
STOP
PAUSE
● During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert Edting
stops (੬ pg. 87).
TROUBLESHOOTING
EN73
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest 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 wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed
as usual from the beginning.
SYMPTOM
1. No power is supplied.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. •Connect the AC Power
Adapter/Charger securely
(੬ pg. 7).
1. •The power is not connected
properly.
•The battery is dead.
•The LCD monitor is not open
fully or the viewfinder is not
pulled out when recording.
•Replace the dead battery
with a fully charged one
(੬ pg. 6, 7).
•Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder.
2. “SET DATE/TIME!”
2. •The built-in clock’s
rechargeable lithium battery
is discharged.
2. •Connect the camcorder to
an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for
over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s lithium battery
(੬ pg. 9).
appears.
•The previously set date/time
is erased.
3. Recording cannot be
3. •The tape’s erase protection
tab is set to “SAVE”.
3. •Set the tape’s erase
protection tab to “REC”
(੬ pg. 10).
performed.
•The Power Switch is set to
“
” or “OFF”.
•Set the Power Switch to
•“TAPE END” appears.
•The cassette holder cover is
open.
“
” or “ ” (੬ pg. 12).
•Replace with new cassette
(੬ pg. 10).
•Close the cassette holder
cover.
4. There is no picture.
4. •The camcorder is not getting
power, or some other
4. •Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again
malfunction exists.
(੬ pg. 16).
5. Some functions are not
available using the MENU
wheel.
5. •The Power Switch is set to
5. •Set the Power Switch to
“
”.
“
” (੬ pg. 12).
6. The focus does not adjust
6. •Focus is set to the Manual
mode.
6. •Set Focus to the Auto mode
(੬ pg. 25).
automatically.
•The recording was done in a
dark place, or the contrast
was low.
•Clean the lens and check
the focus again (੬ pg. 80).
•The lens is dirty or covered
with condensation.
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
74
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
7. •Set it in the right position
(੬ pg. 10).
7. The cassette will not load
7. •The cassette is in the wrong
position.
properly.
•The battery’s charge is low.
•Install a fully charged
battery (੬ pg. 6, 7).
8. The memory card will not
8. •The memory card is in the
8. •Set it in the right position
load properly.
wrong position.
(੬ pg. 11).
9. In the 5-Second mode,
recording ends before
9. •The 5-Second mode is set to
“ANIM.” in the Menu
Screen.
9. •Select “5S” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 31).
5 seconds have elapsed.
10. Snapshot mode cannot be
10. •The Squeeze mode is
10. •Disengage the Squeeze
used.
selected.
mode (੬ pg. 28).
11. The colour of Snapshot
11. •The light source or the
subject does not include
white. Or there are various
different light sources behind
the subject.
11. •Find a white subject and
compose your shot so that it
also appears in the frame
(੬ pg. 18, 19).
looks strange.
•Turn off Sepia and
•The Sepia or Monotone
mode is activated.
Monotone (੬ pg. 34, 35).
12. The image taken using
12. •Shooting was performed
12. •Press the BACKLIGHT
Snapshot is too dark.
under backlit conditions.
Button (੬ pg. 36).
13. The image taken using
13. •The subject is too bright.
13. •Set “PROGRAM AE” to
“SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 34).
Snapshot is too bright.
14. Digital Zoom does not
14. •10X optical zoom is selected.
•The Shooting Mode Switch is
set to “XGA/VGA” or
14. •Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or
“300X” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 27).
work.
“UXGA”.
•Set the Shooting Mode
•“PROGRAM AE” is set to
“VIDEO ECHO” in the Menu
Screen.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to “PS-
WIDE” in the Menu Screen.
•Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-
Analyser 9 was attempted
during Digital Zoom.
Switch to “VIDEO”
(੬ pg. 12, 20).
•Disengage the “VIDEO
ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 20,
35).
•Disengage the “PS-WIDE”
mode (੬ pg. 28).
•Disengage Multi-Analyser 4
•Picture Wipe or Dissolve are
being used in a scene
transition.
or Multi-Analyser 9
(੬ pg. 18).
•Wait until the Picture Wipe
or Dissolve effects are
completed (੬ pg. 20, 32).
15. Programme AE with
special effects and Fade/
Wipe Effects do not work.
15. •The Power Switch is set to
15. •Set the Power Switch to
“
”.
“
” (੬ pg. 32, 34).
16. The Black & White Fader
16. •The Sepia or Monotone
16. •Turn off Sepia and
does not work.
mode is activated.
Monotone (੬ pg. 32, 34).
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
17. The Dissolve function does
17. •The Sepia, Monotone or
Slow Shutter mode of
17. •Turn off Sepia, Monotone or
Slow Shutter before adding
Dissolve to a scene
not work.
Programme AE with special
effects is activated.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE” or “PS-WIDE” in
the Menu Screen.
transition (੬ pg. 32, 34).
•Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode
(੬ pg. 28).
•The previously selected
mode of Programme AE with
special effects was changed
after the last selected scene
for editing was registered.
•Make sure you have selected
the mode of Programme AE
with special effects you want
before starting editing
(੬ pg. 32, 34).
18. The Picture Wipe and
Dissolve functions do not
work.
18. •The last selected editing
scene is ending.
18. •Select Picture Wipe or
Dissolve before beginning
recording. The effects are
then automatically activated
(੬ pg. 32).
•At the end of the last selected
scene for editing, the Power
Switch was set to “OFF”.
•The power is off.
•Do not turn off the
camcorder’s power after
setting Edit-In and Edit-Out
points, as they will all be
erased (੬ pg. 32).
•The camcorder automati-
cally shuts off after 5
minutes have elapsed in the
Record-Standby mode.
Make sure you continue
operations within 5 minutes
after engaging Record-
Standby mode (੬ pg. 32).
19. The picture wipe function
19. •The Slow Shutter mode is
activated.
19. •Disengage the Slow Shutter
mode or set “WIDE MODE”
to “OFF” before preparing
to use the Picture Wipe
does not work.
•“WIDE MODE” is not set to
“OFF”.
(੬ pg. 28, 32, 34).
20. Scene transition does not
20. •When using “Picture Wipe/
Dissolve” (੬ pg. 32), there
is a delay of a fraction of a
second between the previous
record stop-point and the
Dissolve start-point. This is
normal, but this slight delay
becomes especially
20.
go as expected.
————
noticeable when shooting
fast-moving subject or during
rapid panning.
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
21. •Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode
(੬ pg. 28).
21. The Video Echo mode
21. •The Picture Wipe or
Dissolve functions are in use.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE” or “PS-WIDE” in
the Menu Screen.
does not work.
•Do not try to use the Video
Echo mode during a Fade-In
or Fade-Out (੬ pg. 32, 34).
•A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in
progress.
22. Even when Slow Shutter is
not selected, the image
22. •When shooting in the dark,
the unit becomes highly
sensitive to light and the
image takes on an effect
similar to Slow Shutter.
22. •If you want the lighting to
look more natural, set GAIN
UP to “AGC” or “OFF” in
the Menu Screen
looks like it is activated.
(੬ pg. 27).
23. There is no strobe when
the Classic Film or Strobe
mode is activated.
23. •The Picture Wipe or Dissolve
23. •Do not try to use the Classic
Film or Strobe mode during
a scene transition
function is in use.
(੬ pg. 32, 34).
24. White Balance cannot be
24. •The Sepia or Monotone
24. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone
before setting White
activated.
mode is activated.
Balance (੬ pg. 35, 37).
25. When shooting a subject
illuminated by bright light,
vertical lines appear.
25. •This is a result of exceedingly
high contrast, and is not a
malfunction.
25.
————
26. When the screen is under
direct sunlight during
shooting, the screen
becomes red or black for
an instant.
26. •This is not a malfunction.
26.
————
27. During recording, the date/
27. •“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”
in the Menu Screen.
•Interface Shooting is
performed.
27. •Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”
in the Menu Screen
time does not appear.
(੬ pg. 29).
•During Interface Shooting,
the date/time does not
appear (੬ pg. 17).
28. Images stored in the
memory card cannot be
deleted.
28. •Images stored in the memory
28. •Remove protection from the
images stored in the
card are protected.
memory card and delete
them (੬ pg. 44, 45).
29. The indicators and
29. •“TIME CODE” is set to
29. •Set “TIME CODE” to “ON”
in the Menu Screen
messages do not appear.
“OFF” in the Menu Screen.
(੬ pg. 29, 39).
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
30. Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
30. •In places subject to low
temperature, images become
dark due to the
30. •Adjust the brightness and
angle of the LCD monitor
(੬ pg. 16, 17).
characteristics of the LCD
monitor. When this happens,
the displayed colours differ
from those that are actually
recorded. This is not a defect
of the camcorder.
•When the LCD monitor’s
fluorescent light reaches the
end of its service life, images
on the LCD monitor become
dark. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
31. The rear of the LCD
31. •The light used to illuminate
the LCD monitor causes it to
become hot.
31. •Close the LCD monitor to
turn it off or set the Power
Switch to “OFF”, and let the
unit cool down.
monitor is hot.
32. The indicators and the
image colour on the LCD
monitor are not clear.
32. •This may occur when the
surface or the edge of the
LCD monitor is pressed.
32.
————
33. The LCD monitor or
viewfinder indications
blink.
33. •Certain Fade/Wipe effects,
certain modes of Programme
AE with special effects, “DIS”
and other functions that
33. •Re-read the sections
covering Fade/Wipe effects,
Programme AE with special
effects and “DIS”
cannot be used together are
selected at the same time.
(੬ pg. 28, 32 – 35).
34. Coloured bright spots
appear all over the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.
34. •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
34.
————
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 %)
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
35. •Connect the optional
headphones to the
35. During recording, sound
35. •The optional headphones are
not connected to the
cannot be heard.
headphone connector.
•The sound volume of the
headphone connector was
not adjusted appropriately.
The sound volume at this
point is the same as the level
it was adjusted to during
playback.
headphone connector
(੬ pg. 82, 83).
•Adjust the sound volume
during playback (੬ pg. 38).
36. Play, Rewind and Fast-
Forward functions do not
work.
36. •The Power Switch is set to
36. •Set the Power Switch to
“
” or “ ”.
“
” (੬ pg. 38).
•The D.S.C. playback mode is
•Press MEMORY PLAY to
engaged.
disengage the D.S.C.
playback mode (੬ pg. 42).
37. A memory card cannot be
37. •The Power Switch is set to
37. •Set the Power Switch to
played back.
“
” or “ ”.
“
” (੬ pg. 42).
•The D.S.C. playback mode is
•Press MEMORY PLAY
not engaged.
(੬ pg. 42).
38. The tape is moving, but
38. •Your TV has AV input
terminals, but is not set to its
VIDEO mode.
38. •Set the TV to the mode or
channel appropriate for
video playback
there is no picture.
•The cassette holder cover is
open.
(੬ pg. 52, 53).
•Close the cassette holder
cover (੬ pg. 10).
39. The LCD monitor image is
39. •During playback of the
unrecorded portion, High-
speed Search and still
39.
distorted.
————
playback, LCD monitor
indications appear distorted.
This is not a defect.
40. Images on the LCD
40. •The speaker volume is too
40. •Turn the speaker volume
monitor are jittery.
great.
down (੬ pg. 38).
41. For GR-DV2000 owners:
There is no playback
picture on the connected
TV.
41. •Since the analogue input
mode is engaged, the
41. •Set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF”
in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 39).
camcorder is in the Record-
Standby mode.
42. Blocks of noise appear
during playback, or there is
no playback picture and
the screen becomes blue.
42.
42. •Clean the video heads with
an optional cleaning
————
cassette (੬ pg. 90).
43. The LCD monitor, the
viewfinder and the lens
have become dirty (ex.
fingerprints).
43.
43. •Wipe them gently with soft
cloth. Wiping strongly can
cause damage (੬ pg. 80).
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SYMPTOM
44. An unusual mark appears.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
44.
44. •Check the section of the
manual that explains LCD
monitor/viewfinder
————
indications (੬ pg. 84 – 88).
45. An error indication
45. •A malfunction of some kind
has occurred. In this case the
camcorder’s functions
45. •Remove the power supply
(battery pack, etc.) and wait
a few minutes for the
(E01 — E06) appears.
become unusable.
indication to clear. When it
does, you can resume using
the camcorder.
If the indication remains
even though you repeat the
above two or three times,
please consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
46. The charger indicator on
the AC Power Adapter/
Charger does not light.
46. •The temperature of the
battery is extremely high/low.
•Charging is difficult in places
subject to extremely high/
low temperatures.
46. •To protect the battery, it is
recommended to charge it
in places with a temperature
of 10°C to 35°C (੬ pg. 89).
47. Picture does not appear on
47. •The viewfinder is pulled out.
•The LCD monitor’s
47. •Push the viewfinder back in.
•Adjust the brightness of the
LCD monitor (੬ pg. 16).
•If the monitor is tilted
the LCD monitor.
brightness setting is too dark.
upward 180 degrees, open
the monitor fully (੬ pg. 16).
48. When the image is printed
from the printer, a black
bar appears at the bottom
of the screen.
48. •This is not a malfunction.
48. •By recording with “DIS”
activated (੬ pg. 28) this
can be avoided.
49. When the camcorder is
connected via the DV
connector, the camcorder
does not operate.
49. •The DV cable was plugged/
unplugged with power
turned on.
49. •Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again, then
operate it.
50. During transport, the lens
50.
50. •Do not subject the
camcorder to shock or
excessive vibration during
transport.
cover opens.
————
•Turn the camcorder on and
off. The lens cover closes.
51. The memory card cannot
be removed from the
camcorder.
51.
51. •Push in the memory card a
————
few more times (੬ pg. 11).
USER MAINTENANCE
Cleaning The Camcorder
80
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After Use
Turn off 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
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. Remove the cassette.
Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor.
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
2
Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.
3
4
To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,
then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
3
4
Slide BATT. RELEASE 1 and remove the battery
pack 2 .
To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical
position. Carefully lift the plastic tab on the
bottom of the viewfinder, and open the hatch
.
Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at
the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the
5
6
PUSH HERE
interior of the viewfinder with it
.
Remove.
Cassette holder
Close the hatch. Tilt the viewfinder back to the
horizontal position and push it back in.
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.
OPEN/EJECT
Switch
Cassette
holder cover
1
2
BATT. RELEASE
Switch
Hatch
Lens blower
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5
1
3
2
4
1 DC Input Connector [DC IN] ................. ੬ pg. 7
2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector ... ੬ pg. 54
5 Multi Connector
The Jack Box can be connected with this
camcorder through this connector. Never touch it
with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if the
pins are damaged, the connectors will become
unusable due to contact failure.
3 S-Video Input/Output Connector: GR-DV2000,
S-Video Output Connector: GR-DV1800,
[S-VIDEO] ....................੬ pg. 52, 53, 56, 57, 66
4 Edit Connector [EDIT] .......................... ੬ pg. 66
Connect the editing cable when performing
Random Assemble Editing ........... ੬ pg. 65 – 70
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
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9
1 2 3
4
8
5
6
9 0 ! @ # $
7
% ^ &
0
)
q
*
(
w
EN83
PRINTER Connector
Controls
Connect to the optional printer equipped with a
PRINT DATA connector. Refer to the separate
“FOR OWNERS OF AN OPTIONAL PRINTER”
instruction sheet.
1 FOCUS Button..................................... ੬ pg. 25
2 Snapshot Button
[SNAPSHOT]................੬ pg. 18, 19, 22, 24, 60
Audio/Video Input/Output Connector: GR-DV2000,
Audio/Video Output Connector: GR-DV1800,
[AV] .............................੬ pg. 52, 53, 56, 57, 66
3 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 20
•Speaker/Headphone Volume Control
[VOLUME]........................................ ੬ pg. 38
To connect a cable to the connector , open the
LCD monitor.
4 Shooting Mode Switch
[VIDEO, XGA/VGA, UXGA] ................ ੬ pg. 12
Digital Video Connector
5 Power Switch [
,
,
, OFF] ...... ੬ pg. 12
[DV IN/OUT: GR-DV2000,
6 Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 16
7 Lock Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 12
8 Diopter Adjustment Control ................... ੬ pg. 8
9 MEMORY PLAY Button ........................ ੬ pg. 42
DV OUT: GR-DV1800]
(i.Link*) ............................. ੬ pg. 54, 55, 58, 59
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.Link
standard.
0 •Stop Button [5] ................................. ੬ pg. 38
•BACKLIGHT Button .......................... ੬ pg. 36
Multi Connector
When attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder,
this part is connected.
! •Rewind Button [2] ......................... ੬ pg. 38
•EXPOSURE Button ............................ ੬ pg. 36
@ •Play/Pause Button [4/6] ................... ੬ pg. 38
Indicators
•Programme AE Button [PROG.AE] ..... ੬ pg. 34
# •Fast-Forward Button [3] ................. ੬ pg. 38
Power Lamp ........................................ ੬ pg. 16
Tally Lamp ........................................... ੬ pg. 16
•FADE/WIPE Button ............................ ੬ pg. 32
3
0
$ INDEX Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 43
% BLANK SEARCH Button ....................... ੬ pg. 41
^ PRINT FRAME Button .......................... ੬ pg. 46
Other Parts
Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 38
Grip Strap .............................................. ੬ pg. 8
Shoulder Strap Eyelets ............................ ੬ pg. 8
Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................. ੬ pg. 80
Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 7
LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 16, 17
Lens Hood ............................................. ੬ pg. 4
& PRINT Button
Enables printing using the optional printer
equipped with a PRINT DATA connector. Refer to
the separate “FOR OWNERS OF AN OPTIONAL
PRINTER” instruction sheet.
* Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] ... ੬ pg. 16
( •MENU Wheel [
,
, PUSH] ............ ੬ pg. 26
•LCD Monitor Brightness Control ........ ੬ pg. 16
Lens Cover
Opens when the viewfinder is pulled out or the
LCD monitor is opened fully.
) Manual Focus Ring .............................. ੬ pg. 25
q Battery Release Button
Info-Shoe
[BATT. RELEASE] .................................... ੬ pg. 7
Attach the optional video light/flash/zoom
microphone.
w OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................. ੬ pg. 10
Camera Sensor
Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
Connectors
External Stereo Microphone Input Connector
[MIC] .................................................. ੬ pg. 71
The connectors
Viewfinder ............................................. ੬ pg. 8
Remote Sensor ..................................... ੬ pg. 61
Stereo Microphone .............................. ੬ pg. 71
Stud Hole .............................................. ੬ pg. 8
Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬ pg. 8
MEMORY CARD Cover ....................... ੬ pg. 11
to
are located beneath a cover.
Headphone Connector [PHONE] ......... ੬ pg. 71
No sound is output from the speaker when
headphones are connected to this connector.
INDEX Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only
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1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.
(੬ pg. 32, 33)
1
2
3
4
5
6
2 Appears when in the Squeeze, Cinema or PS
Wide mode.
(੬ pg. 28)
3 Rotates while the tape is running.
(੬ pg. 16)
P
LP100min
REC
4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).
(੬ pg. 13)
(੬ pg. 16)
w
6
5 Displays the tape remaining time.
Anim.
6 •“REC” appears during recording.
•“PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode.
(੬ pg. 16)
7 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to
SOUND 12B I T
15 : 55
cut down on noise created by wind. (੬ pg. 28)
8 5S/Anim.: Displays the 5 second recording mode
or Animation recording mode.
(੬ pg. 28, 31)
9 Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert
!
0
9
8
7
Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. (੬ pg. 72)
0 Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds
after turning on the camcorder.
(੬ pg. 27)
! Displays the Time Code.
(੬ pg. 21, 29)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only
1 Displays the file size of the stored image.
There are 3 modes available: UXGA, XGA and
1
2
3
4
5
6
VGA (in order of quality).
(੬ pg. 14)
2 Appears and blinks during shooting. (੬ pg. 19)
3 Displays the quality of the stored image.
UXGA
F I NE
There are 2 modes available: FINE and STD
10 / 24
(standard) (in order of quality).
(੬ pg. 14)
4 •Appears during shooting.
•Blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
(੬ pg. 19)
5 Displays the number of images that have already
been shot. (੬ pg. 19)
6 Displays the total number of shots that can be
stored, including those already taken. (੬ pg. 19)
7 Displays the UXGA mode:
(DOUBLE) or
(੬ pg. 14)
(ENLARGE).
7
These indications also appear during DUAL mode.
EN85
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording
8
9
0
1
40
x
W
T
PHOTO
!
@
2
4
3
5
3
6
BR I GHT
1 . 1 . 01
10 : 00
7
$
#
1 Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
8 •Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during
zooming. (੬ pg. 20)
: Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to
“AUTO” and the shutter speed is being
automatically adjusted. (੬ pg. 27)
(੬ pg. 12)
•
2 Appears when the optional flash attached to the
info-shoe is ready.
3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted.
9 Appears during zooming.
(੬ pg. 37)
Zoom level indicator
(੬ pg. 20)
4 •“ؓ”: Appears when the exposure is adjusted.
(੬ pg. 36)
0 Appears during Self-Timer recording. (੬ pg. 30)
! Appears when taking a Snapshot. (੬ pg. 18, 19)
@ Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the
•
: Appears when backlight compensation is
used.
(੬ pg. 36)
5 Displays the selected Programme AE with special
viewfinder.
(੬ pg. 16)
effects.
(੬ pg. 34)
# Displays the date/time.
(੬ pg. 9)
6 Appears when the iris is locked.
(੬ pg. 36)
$ Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.
7 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is
(੬ pg. 25)
engaged. (੬ pg. 27)
INDEX Indications (cont.)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback
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1 Displays the sound mode.
2 Displays the Blank Search mode.
(੬ pg. 39, 40)
(੬ pg. 41)
1
2
3
4
3 Displays the tape speed.
(੬ pg. 13)
4 Appears while a tape is running.
4
6
12B I T / SOUND
L
1
SP
4
: Playback
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search
: Rewind/Shuttle search
: Pause
6
1
e
4
: Forward slow-motion
: Reverse slow-motion
: Audio Dubbing
BLANK SEARCH
VOLUME
6
6e : Audio Dubbing Pause
5 Displays the date/time.
6 BRIGHT
(੬ pg. 39, 40)
1 . 1 . 00
10 : 00
16 : 21 : 20
:
Displays the brightness of the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder. (੬ pg. 16)
VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone
7
6
5
volume.
(੬ pg. 38)
The level indicator moves.
7 Displays the time code.
(੬ pg. 39, 40)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback
1 Displays the directory and file names. (੬ pg. 42)
2 Displays the date. (੬ pg. 39, 40)
3 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder. (੬ pg. 16)
The level indicator moves.
4 Displays the total number of stored files.
(੬ pg. 42)
5 Displays the index number of the file. (੬ pg. 42)
1
100–0001
BR I GHT
10 / 24
1 . 1 . 01
5
4
3
2
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Warning Indications
Indications
Function
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level: high
Remaining power level: exhausted
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
blinks.
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Appears when no tape is loaded.
(੬ pg. 10)
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB
Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.
(੬ pg. 10)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional
cleaning cassette. (੬ pg. 90)
HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED USE
CLEANING CASSETTE
Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait
more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.
CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button is
pressed while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the Shooting
Mode Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
TAPE!
TAPE END
Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.
Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.
(੬ pg. 17)
DIFFERENT
FORMATTED TAPE
●Appears when the date/time is not set.
(੬ pg. 9)
SET DATE/TIME!
A. DUB ERROR!
●Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the
previously set date/time is erased.
(੬ pg. 9)
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
(੬ pg. 71)
A. DUB ERROR!
<CANNOT DUB
ON A LP RECORDED
TAPE>
●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
mode.
(੬ pg. 71)
●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit
audio.
(੬ pg. 71)
<CANNOT DUB
ON A 16BIT
●Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(੬ pg. 71)
RECORDING>
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB>
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
(੬ pg. 72)
INSERT ERROR!
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INDEX Indications (cont.)
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Indications
Function
INSERT ERROR!
<CANNOT EDIT
●Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.
(੬ pg. 72)
ON A LP RECORDED
TAPE>
●Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(੬ pg. 72)
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB>
<CHECK SHOOTING
MODE SWITCH>
●Appears if the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “XGA/VGA” or “UXGA”.
(੬ pg. 14)
Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and shooting is not
MEMORY IS FULL
COPYING FAILED
possible.
●Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this
camcorder is being used as a recorder.
●Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory
card:
– when no memory card is loaded.
– when the memory card's memory is full.
– when the memory card is not formatted.
– when a copy-protected SD Memory Card is loaded.
(੬ pg. 60)
Appears in the following cases if a memory card is not loaded when
SNAPSHOT is pressed:
– when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the Shooting Mode
Switch is set to “XGA/VGA” or “UXGA”.
MEMORY CARD!
– when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “VIDEO” and “CAMERA
MODE” is set to “DUAL” in the Menu Screen.
(੬ pg. 19, 24)
Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is
corrupt, or it has not been initialised. Initialise the memory card .
(੬ pg. 47)
PLEASE
FORMAT
Appears if there is no images stored in the memory card when the Power
NO IMAGES STORED
CARD ERROR!
Switch is set to “
” and MEMORY PLAY is pressed.
Appears when the camcorder takes more than 60 seconds to recognize the
loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it again.
Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the indication still
appears, the memory card is corrupted.
Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images while a copy-
protected SD Memory Card is loaded.
CHECK CARD’S WRITE
PROTECTION SWITCH
The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has
occured. 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.
E01 — E06
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD
MODE REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY
CAUTIONS
EN89
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
General Battery Precautions
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is
being operated correctly, the batteries are ex-
hausted. Replace them with fresh ones.
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.
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2
Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
When misused, the batteries can leak or explode.
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 61.
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from
those specified.
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as
they can leak or explode.
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
Operation ........... 0°C to 40°C
Storage ............... –10°C to 30°C
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.
●Recharging time is based on room temperature of
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
20°C.
●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
Battery Packs
Cassettes
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
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV
mark.
following cautions:
Terminals
.... 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.
1. To avoid hazards . . .
.... do not burn.
.... 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.
.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
.... use only specified chargers.
2. Store cassettes . . .
2. 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.
.... 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.
CAUTIONS (cont.)
90
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Memory Cards
Main Unit
To properly use and store your memory cards, be
sure to read the following cautions:
1. 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.
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the memory card bears the SD or
MultiMediaCard mark.
.... make sure the memory card is positioned
properly when inserting.
.... 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.
2. While the memory card is being accessed
(during recording, playback, deletion,
initialisation, etc.) . . .
.... never unload the memory card and never turn
off the camcorder.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
3. Store memory cards . . .
.... 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).
.... 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 anten-
nas, etc.).
.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
LCD Monitor
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
DO NOT . . .
3. 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.
.... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on
the bottom.
.... in a closed car in summer.
.... near a heater.
2. To prolong service life . . .
.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
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.
.... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
.... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
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.
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap or the grip.
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5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
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.
•No picture during playback.
•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
•During recording, the Head Clog Warning
indicator “ ” appears.
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.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
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
1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from a
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from function-
ing properly. In such cases, first disconnect its
power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power
Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few
minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as
usual from the beginning.
How To Handle A CD-ROM
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write
anything or put a sticker on either the front or
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre
hole using a circular motion.
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning
spray.
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
TERMS
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A
F
AC Power Adapter/Charger ..................... ੬ pg. 6, 7
Analogue Input ................................... ੬ pg. 39, 57
Animation ................................................ ੬ pg. 28
Audio Dubbing ........................................ ੬ pg. 71
Auto Date................................................. ੬ pg. 29
Auto Focus ............................................... ੬ pg. 25
Auto Playback .......................................... ੬ pg. 42
Auto Shut off ................................ ੬ pg. 17, 19, 38
Fade-In/Out ........................................ ੬ pg. 32, 33
Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. ੬ pg. 38
5-second recording mode ......................... ੬ pg. 31
Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. ੬ pg. 38, 63
G
Gain Up ................................................... ੬ pg. 27
Grip Adjustment ......................................... ੬ pg. 8
I
B
Icons ................................................ ੬ pg. 27 – 29
Index Playback ......................................... ੬ pg. 43
Index Screen ............................................ ੬ pg. 43
Initialise A Memory Card .......................... ੬ pg. 47
Insert Editing............................................. ੬ pg. 72
Interface Shooting ..................................... ੬ pg. 17
Iris............................................................ ੬ pg. 36
Iris Lock ................................................... ੬ pg. 36
Backlight Compensation ........................... ੬ pg. 36
Battery Low .............................................. ੬ pg. 87
Battery Pack ..................................... ੬ pg. 6, 7, 89
Beep ........................................................ ੬ pg. 29
Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ ੬ pg. 16
Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ................... ੬ pg. 9
C
Channels (Left/Right) ................................. ੬ pg. 40
Charge The Battery Pack ............................. ੬ pg. 6
Cinema .................................................... ੬ pg. 28
Classic Film .............................................. ੬ pg. 35
Clean The Camcorder ............................... ੬ pg. 80
Connections ...................... ੬ pg. 7, 52, 54 – 59, 66
J
Journalistic Shooting ................................. ੬ pg. 17
L
LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Indications ..................................... ੬ pg. 84 – 88
Load A Tape ............................................. ੬ pg. 10
D
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... ੬ pg. 16
Date/Time Display ........................ ੬ pg. 29, 39, 40
Date/Time Settings ...................................... ੬ pg. 9
Deleting Images........................................ ੬ pg. 45
Demonstration Mode ............................ ੬ pg. 5, 29
Digital Zoom ...................................... ੬ pg. 20, 27
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... ੬ pg. 28
Dioptre Adjustment .................................... ੬ pg. 8
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ............ ੬ pg. 50
Dual Shooting ......................................... ੬ pg. 24
Dubbing ........................................... ੬ pg. 56 – 60
M
Manual Focus........................................... ੬ pg. 25
Memory Card ..................................... ੬ pg. 11, 90
Menu Screen, CAMERA ............................ ੬ pg. 27
Menu Screen, DISPLAY....................... ੬ pg. 29, 39
Menu Screen, DSC ................................... ੬ pg. 14
Menu Screen, MANUAL ..................... ੬ pg. 27, 28
Menu Screen, MEMORY ........................... ੬ pg. 44
Menu Screen, SYSTEM ....................... ੬ pg. 29, 39
Menu Screen, VIDEO ............................... ੬ pg. 39
Monotone ................................................ ੬ pg. 35
Motor Drive Mode.................................... ੬ pg. 18
MultiMediaCard ................................. ੬ pg. 11, 90
E
Erase Protection ........................................ ੬ pg. 10
Exposure Control ...................................... ੬ pg. 36
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P
T
Picture Mode ............................................ ੬ pg. 14
Picture Wipe/Dissolve......................... ੬ pg. 32, 33
Playback Special Effects ............................ ੬ pg. 64
Playback Zoom ........................................ ੬ pg. 63
Power Switch Position .............................. ੬ pg. 12
Print Frame Deletion........................... ੬ pg. 48, 49
Printer ...................................................... ੬ pg. 55
Programme AE With Special Effects ..... ੬ pg. 34, 35
Progressive Mode ............................... ੬ pg. 22, 23
Progressive Wide ...................................... ੬ pg. 28
Protecting Images ..................................... ੬ pg. 44
Provided Accessories .................................. ੬ pg. 4
Tally ......................................................... ੬ pg. 29
Tele Macro ............................................... ੬ pg. 28
Time Code.............................. ੬ pg. 21, 29, 39, 40
Tripod Mounting ......................................... ੬ pg. 8
Twilight .................................................... ੬ pg. 35
U
Unload A Tape ......................................... ੬ pg. 10
V
Video Echo ............................................... ੬ pg. 35
W
White Balance .......................................... ੬ pg. 37
Wide Mode .............................................. ੬ pg. 28
Wind Cut ................................................. ੬ pg. 28
Wipe In/Out ....................................... ੬ pg. 32, 33
R
Random Assemble Editing................. ੬ pg. 65 – 70
Record-Standby ........................................ ੬ pg. 16
Recording Mode ....................................... ੬ pg. 13
Remote Control ........................................ ੬ pg. 61
Rewind The Tape ...................................... ੬ pg. 38
Z
Zooming .................................................. ੬ pg. 20
S
SD Memory Card................................ ੬ pg. 11, 90
Self-Recording .......................................... ੬ pg. 17
Self-Timer ................................................. ੬ pg. 30
Sepia ........................................................ ੬ pg. 35
Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. ੬ pg. 65
Shooting Mode, XGA/VGA ....................... ੬ pg. 12
Shooting Mode, UXGA .............................. ੬pg. 12
Shooting Mode Switch Position ................. ੬ pg. 12
Shuttle Search........................................... ੬ pg. 38
Shutter Speed ........................................... ੬ pg. 35
Slow-Motion Playback ........................ ੬ pg. 38, 63
Slow Shutter ............................................. ੬ pg. 35
Snapshot ...................................... ੬ pg. 18, 19, 24
Snapshot Mode ........................................ ੬ pg. 18
Snow........................................................ ੬ pg. 35
Sound Mode................................. ੬ pg. 27, 39, 40
Speaker Volume ....................................... ੬ pg. 38
Specifications ..................................... ੬ pg. 94, 95
Sports ....................................................... ੬ pg. 35
Spotlight ................................................... ੬ pg. 35
Squeeze ................................................... ੬ pg. 28
Still Playback ............................................ ੬ pg. 38
Strobe ...................................................... ੬ pg. 35
Superimposing A Print Frame .................... ੬ pg. 46
SPECIFICATIONS
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Camcorder
For General
Power supply
: DC 6.3 V
DC 7.2 V
(Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)
(Using battery pack)
Power consumption
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on
LCD monitor on, viewfinder off
Dimensions (W x H x D)
: Approx. 4.4 W
: Approx. 5.3 W
: 74 mm x 90 mm x 178 mm
(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in,
without the lens hood)
Weight
: Approx. 660 g
(without cassette, memory card and battery)
Approx. 740 g
(incl. cassette, memory card and battery)
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Pickup
: 0°C to 40°C
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to 50°C
: 1/4" CCD (Progressive Scan)
: F 1.8, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
: ø52 mm
: 3.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" colour LCD
: Monaural
Lens
Filter diameter
LCD monitor
Viewfinder
Speaker
For Digital Video Camera
Format
Signal format
: DV format (SD mode)
: 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)
: SP: 80 min.
LP: 120 min.
For Digital Still Camera
Storage media
Compression system
File size
: SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
: JPEG (compatible)
: 3 modes (UXGA: 1600 x 1200 pixels/XGA: 1024 x 768 pixels/
VGA: 640 x 480 pixels)
Picture quality
: 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
Approximate number of storable images
(with the provided MultiMediaCard [8 MB])
FINE
STANDARD
: 50 (VGA), 24 (XGA), 10 (UXGA)
: 150 (VGA), 72 (XGA), 30 (UXGA)
(with an optional MultiMediaCard [16 MB])
FINE
STANDARD
: 100 (VGA), 48 (XGA), 20 (UXGA)
: 300 (VGA), 144 (XGA), 60 (UXGA)
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For Connectors
AV
Video output
Video input (GR-DV2000 only)
Audio output
Audio input (GR-DV2000 only)
DV
: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: 0.5 V (p-p) – 2.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: 308 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo
: 308 mV (rms), 50 kΩ, analogue, stereo
Output
Input (GR-DV2000 only)
PHONE
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
Headphone output
MIC
: ø3.5 mm, stereo
External microphone input
PRINTER
: 459 µV (rms), high impedance unbalanced, ø3.5 mm (stereo)
: For an optional video printer equipped with a PRINT DATA
connector
AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V40EG or AA-V40EK
Power requirement
: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
Output
: 23 W
Charge
VTR
: DC 7.2 V
: DC 6.3 V
, 1.2 A
, 1.8 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
: 68 mm x 38 mm x 110 mm
AA-V40EG
AA-V40EK
: Approx. 260 g
: Approx. 340 g
Jack Box CU-V504U
For General
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
: 37.5 mm x 18.5 mm x 55 mm
: Approx. 30 g
For Connectors
USB
: TYPE B
S-VIDEO
: Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output
EDIT
: ø3.5 mm, 2-pole
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject
to change without notice.
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