LYT1776-001A
EN SP
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Dear Customer,
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
VIDEOCÁMARA DIGITAL
Thank you for purchasing this
digital video camera. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 2 – 4 to
ensure safe use of this product.
GR-DA30U
Estimado cliente:
Gracias por comprar esta
videocámara digital. Antes de
usarla, lea la información de
seguridad y las precauciones
contenidas en las páginas 2 – 4
para garantizar un uso seguro
de este producto.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which is located on
the bottom of the camcorder.
Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
EN 3
Safety Precautions
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet
CAUTION
or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient
space on all sides to allow for ventilation
(10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on
top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be
able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local
rules or laws governing the disposal of these
batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled
with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or
medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups
etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be
caused.)
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
•
This camcorder is designed to be used with
NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot
be used for playback with a television of a
different standard. However, live recording
and LCD monitor playback are possible
anywhere.
•
This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate
only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC
BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery
packs and, to recharge them or to supply
power to the camcorder from an AC outlet,
use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
(An appropriate conversion adapter may
be necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material
- special handling may apply.
perchlorate
NOTES:
•
The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
•
The rating information and safety caution of
the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower
sides.
4 EN
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not point the lens 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.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
CAUTION!
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely
attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or
holding the camcorder by the 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.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
10. Use only with the cart,
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camcorder.
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When
a cart is used, use
caution when moving
the cart/apparatus
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video,
etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top
of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on
the cables will cause the camcorder to fall,
resulting in damage.
combination to avoid
injury from tipover.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING:
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
Contents
EN 5
Getting Started
6
Advanced Features
19
Accessories....................................... 6
Attach the Lens Cap..................................6
Attach the Core Filter ................................6
Attach the Shoulder Strap.........................7
Grip Adjustment ........................................7
Tripod Mounting.........................................7
Index............................................... 8
LCD Monitor Indications .......................10
Power.............................................11
Language Settings..............................12
Date/Time Settings .............................12
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......13
Loading/Unloading A Cassette................13
16:9 Wide Mode.................................13
Menus for detailed adjustment.........19
Changing The Menu Settings .................19
Recording Menus ...............................20
Playback Menus.................................22
Features for recording...................24
Manual Focus ...................................24
Exposure Control................................24
Iris Lock ..........................................25
Backlight Compensation.......................25
Spot Exposure Control..........................25
White Balance Adjustment ....................26
Manual White Balance Adjustment ..........26
Wipe Or Fader Effects..........................27
Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects ....27
Recording & Playback
14
Editing......................................28
Dubbing To A VCR ..............................28
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .....29
Connection To A Personal Computer.........30
Basic Recording.................................14
Tape Remaining Time .............................14
Quick Review ..........................................14
Zoom.......................................................15
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...15
Time Code...............................................15
Normal Playback................................16
Still Playback...........................................16
Variable Shuttle Search...........................17
Blank Search...........................................17
Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................18
References
31
Troubleshooting.................................31
Cautions..........................................33
User Maintenance ..............................35
Specifications ...................................36
Terms .............................................37
Regarding This Manual
Control lever (੬ 9)
There are two kinds of operation using
the control lever.
Operation
To select
Move the control lever up.
Move the control lever down.
Move the control lever right.
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6
7
y
FOCUS
-
16:9
QUICK Move the control lever left.
REVIEW
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1
1 Move the control lever towards up/down/ 2 Press down the control lever to select SET.
left/right to select:
SET
Getting Started
6 EN
Accessories
or
or
Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U
A
B
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
Shoulder Strap
(੬ 7)
Lens Cap
Core Filter for Cables
A: Audio/Video Cable
B: AC Adapter
Note:
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Attach the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
Place here during
recording.
Attach the Core Filter
Attach the core filter to the cable. The core filter reduces interference.
Release the stopper.
3 cm
Wind once (Audio/Video Cable)
Wind twice (AC Adapter)
Getting Started
EN 7
Attach the Shoulder Strap
Peel off the pad and thread the
end of the strap through the
eyelet.
Thread the strap through the Position the buckle near the
buckle, adjust its length, and
use the strap guide to fix it in
place.
eyelet and reattach the pad.
Strap Guide
Buckle
Eyelet
Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
•
Before making the adjustment, remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro.
Tripod Mounting
To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket
and stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise.
•
Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
BATT
Getting Started
8 EN
Index
5
U
7
PLAY
6
OFF
REC
8
9
O
W
T
S
N
R
L
M
a
1
0
DV
X Y
P
Q
2 K 3 4
BATT
V
Z
How to adjust the LCD Monitor
Slide the LCD monitor in the most convenient position. It can
slide 30° (15° downward, 15° upward)
Note:
Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor.
However, this is not a malfunction.
30˚
Getting Started
EN 9
Controls
Other parts
! Control Lever
O LCD Monitor (੬ 8)
P Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ 7)
Q Grip Strap (੬ 7)
£: Left/Rewind (3) (੬ 16)/Quick Review
[QUICK REVIEW] (੬ 14)
¤: Right/Fast-Forward (5) (੬ 16)/
16:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] (੬ 13)/
R Camera Sensor
(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here)
S Stereo Microphone
T Lens
U Speaker (੬ 16)
V Battery Cover (੬ 11)
W Cassette Holder Cover (੬ 13)
X Stud Hole (੬ 7)
Y Tripod Mounting (੬ 7)
Z Battery Pack Mount (੬ 11)
¡: Up/Play/Pause (U
/9) (੬ 16)/
Manual Focus [FOCUS] (੬ 24)
¢: Down/Stop (8) (੬ 16)/Backlight
Compensation [-] (੬ 25)/Spot Exposure
(੬ 25)
Press down : SET
# Menu Button [MENU] (੬ 19)
$ Auto Button [AUTO] (੬ 9)
% Data Battery Button [DATA] (੬ 12)
& Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] a Connector Cover
(੬ 14)
( Zoom Lever [T/W] (੬ 15)/
Power Switch Position
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –] (੬ 16)
) Power Switch [PLAY, OFF, REC]
* Lock Button
Set the power switch while
pressing down the lock button.
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+ Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/
EJECT] (੬ 13)
, Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ 11)
PLAY:
To play back a recording on the tape.
OFF:
To switch off the camcorder.
Connectors
The connector is located beneath the LCD
monitor.
REC:
To perform recording on the tape.
a Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT]
(i.LINK*) (੬ 29, 30)
* i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995
industry specification and extensions
thereof. The logo is used for products
compliant with the i.LINK standard.
Auto/Manual Mode
Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to
auto/manual recording mode. When manual
mode is selected, the indicator “M” appears
on the LCD monitor.
The connectors are located beneath the cover.
b Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] (੬ 18)
c DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ 11)
Auto Mode : A
You can record using no special effects or
manual adjustments.
Indicator
Manual Mode : M
Recording is possible by setting various
functions manually.
N POWER/CHARGE “
” Lamp (੬ 11)
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Getting Started
10 EN
LCD Monitor Indications
6 Date/Time (੬ 21)
7 Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ 24)
During Video Recording
8 Time Code (੬ 21)
/
0
,
-
.
!
#
LP
16:9
– – –min
During Video Playback
M
1
REC
3
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3
4
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DV IN
5
SOUND 12BIT
15:55
11:13AM
DEC. 6.2007
+
8
7
6
VOLUME
11:13AM
DEC. 6.2007
! Battery Remaining Power Indicator
# Operation Mode (੬ 9)
A : Auto Mode
20 : 21 : 25
,
*
+
M : Manual Mode
$
: Night-Alive Indicator (੬ 28)
: Gain Up Mode (੬ 20)
! Battery Remaining Power Indicator
# Sound Mode Indicator (੬ 23)
$ Blank Search Indicator (੬ 17, 23)
% Tape Speed (SP/LP) (੬ 23)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
& Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3,
x3 and x10 (੬ 17)
( U : Playback
5 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
3 : Rewind/Shuttle Search
9 : Pause
) DV IN : DV Input Indicator (੬ 29, 30)
* Date/Time (੬ 23)
% Shutter Speed (੬ 28)
& White Balance Indicator (੬ 26)
( Selected Effect Indicator (੬ 28)
) Selected Program AE Indicator (੬ 27)
* SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode
Indicator (੬ 21) (Appears for approx. 5
seconds after turning on the camcorder.)
+ Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) (੬ 20)
(only
indicator is displayed)
, Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ 15)
- Zoom Indicator (੬ 15)
. Selected Wide Mode Indicator (੬ 13)
(only 16:9 indicator is displayed)
/ Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (੬ 21)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
+ VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (੬ 16)
, Time Code (੬ 23)
0 Tape Remaining Time (੬ 14)
1 REC : (Appears during recording.) (੬ 14)
2 .: Spot Exposure Control Indicator (੬ 25)
-: Backlight Compensation Indicator (੬ 25)
C::EIrxipsoLsoucrkeIAnddijcuasttomre(n੬t I2n5d)icator (੬ 24)
3 Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (੬ 27)
4 Wind Cut Indicator (੬ 20)
5 Tape Running Indicator
(Rotates while tape is running.)
Getting Started
EN 11
Power
Charging The Battery Pack
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold battery release button BATT.
(੬ 9), then remove the battery pack.
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF” (੬ 9).
2 Open the battery cover.
Charging/recording time (approx.)
Maximum
Press “w OPEN” and slide the battery
cover off the camcorder in the direction as
illustrated below.
Required
charging time
Continuous
Recording
Time
Battery pack
BN-VF808U
(Provided)
1hr. 30 min.
1 hr. 55 min.
BN-VF815U
BN-VF823U
2 hrs. 40 min. 3 hrs. 45 min.
3 hrs. 50 min. 5 hrs. 40 min.
Notes:
3 Attach the battery pack.
•
If a fully charged battery pack is attached to
With the “r” (arrow) on the battery pack
pointing at the correct direction, insert the
battery pack until it locks in place.
the unit, “
” lamp will blink for approx. 10
seconds before it turns off.
•
•
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be
sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
After 5 minutes have elapsed in Record-
Standby mode with the cassette inserted and
no operation is performed, the camcorder
will automatically turn off its power supplied
from the AC adapter. In this case, the battery
charge starts if the battery is attached to the
camcorder.
•
Re-attach the battery cover. (For
BN-VF808U only)
r Arrow
AV
DC
•
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug
and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.
4 Connect the AC adapter.
DC
connector
Using The Battery Pack
2
3
Perform steps
Pack”.
–
in “Charging The Battery
Notes:
•
Recording time is reduced significantly under
the following conditions:
AC Adapter
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
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.
•
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
Attention:
•
•
“
” blinks to indicate charging has
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.
started.
When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter
from the camcorder.
Getting Started
12 EN
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”
Data Battery System
You can check the remaining battery power
and the recordable time.
(੬ 9).
•
If set to “REC”, the recording mode should
be set to “M” (੬ 9).
2 Press MENU.
3 Select “SYSTEM”, press SET or ¤.
4 Select “LANGUAGE”, press SET or ¤.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”
(੬ 9).
2 Press DATA, and the battery status screen
appears.
5 Select the desired language, press SET or
¤.
BATTERY CONDITION
LEVEL
6 Press MENU.
Press £whenever you want to return to the
100%
previous menu screen.
MAX TIME
115min
50
0
Date/Time Settings
•
•
Press DATA again to return to the normal
screen.
Data battery status cannot be displayed
during playback or while recording is in
progress.
If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears
instead of the battery status even though
you tried to press DATA several times, there
may be a problem with your battery. In such
a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
CLOCK ADJ.
1 Select
MONTH. DATE. YEAR 12
h
JAN.
3
:
.
2007
•
2
10 AM
2 SET
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all
times, but its display can be turned on or off
(੬ 21, 23).
Perform steps 1 – 2 in “Language Settings”
Using AC Power
Perform step 4 in “Charging The Battery Pack”
(੬ 11).
(੬ 12).
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or ¤.
2 Select “CLOCK ADJ.”, press SET or ¤.
3 Select the desired date display format,
Language Settings
The language on the display can be changed
press SET or ¤.
•
Repeat this step to input time display
format (Select from “24h” or “12h”), month,
date, year, hour and minutes.
(੬ 22).
4 Press MENU.
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
1 Select
Press £whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen/setting.
2 SET
Getting Started
EN 13
Make sure the window
side is facing out.
Brightness Adjustment Of
The Display
Erase
protection
tab
OPEN/
EJECT
1 Select
Cassette holder
Cassette
holder
cover
2 SET
3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until
Perform steps 1 – 2 in “Language Settings”
it locks into place.
(੬ 12).
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or ¤.
2 Select “BRIGHT”, press SET or ¤.
Notes:
•
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette
holder does not open, close the cassette
holder cover and try again. If the cassette
holder still does not open, turn the camcorder
off then on again.
If the tape does not load properly, open the
cassette holder cover fully and remove the
cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from
a cold place to a warm environment, wait a
short time before opening the cassette holder
cover.
3 Select the appropriate brightness, press
SET or ¤.
4 Press MENU.
•
•
Press £whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to
load or eject a cassette.
1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the
direction of the arrow, then pull the
cassette holder cover open until it locks.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH”
to close cassette holder.
16:9 Wide Mode
You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9
size. By default, the camera is set to record
videos at the 4:3 size.
•
Be sure to press only the section labeled
“PUSH” to close the cassette holder;
touching other parts may cause your
finger to get caught in the cassette holder,
resulting in injury or product damage.
Once the cassette holder is closed, it
recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes
completely before closing the cassette
holder cover.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Each press 16:9 switches the screen size.
16:9
•
•
When the battery pack’s charge is low,
you may not be able to close the cassette
holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace
the battery pack with a fully charged one or
use AC power before continuing.
4 : 3
16 : 9
Note:
If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may
appear to be slightly horizontally stretched when
playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.
(੬ 21, 23)
Recording & Playback
14 EN
USE CLEANING CASSETTE
Basic Recording
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette
(੬ 2).
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed
below:
•
•
•
•
Power (੬ 11).
Loading A Cassette (੬ 13).
Remove the lens cap (੬ 6).
Select videos at 4:3 size or 16:9 (wide) size
(੬ 13).
Tape Remaining Time
Approximate tape remaining time appears on
the display. “– – – min” means the camcorder
is calculating the remaining time. When
the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the
indication starts blinking.
Recording Start/
Power Switch
Stop Button
Zoom
Lever
•
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.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Press START/STOP button to start
recording. “REC” appears on the display
while recording is in progress. To stop
recording, press START/STOP again.
Quick Review
Enables you to check the end of the last
recording.Press QUICK REVIEW during the
Recording-Standby mode.
Approximate recording time
Recording mode
Tape
QUICK REVIEW
SP
30 min.
LP
45 min.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
•
Tape is rewound for about several seconds
and played back automatically, then pauses
in the Recording-Standby mode for the next
shot.
60 min.
80 min.
90 min.
120 min.
Notes:
Notes:
•
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5
minutes and no operation is performed, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically.
When a blank portion is left between
•
Distortion may occur at start of playback. This
is normal.
•
Slide the Zoom lever repeatedly to change the
sound to on/off.
•
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 15).
•
To record in LP (Long Play) mode, ੬ 21.
TAPE!
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the
Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed while
the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
Recording & Playback
EN 15
Zoom
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.
Zoom out
Zoom in
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7
4
Display
W: Wide angle
T: Telephoto
•
•
You can zoom in up to 30X by using the
optical zoom.
Minutes
Seconds
Zoom magnification over 30X is done
through digital image processing, and
is therefore called digital zoom. Digital
zooming is possible up to 800X. Set
(ZOOM) to [60X] or [800X] (੬ 20).
Frames*
(30 frames = 1
second)
ꢂꢃ ꢄ ꢅꢆ ꢄ ꢃꢆ
* Frames are not displayed during recording.
Optical zoom (up to 30X)
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. If during recording a blank portion is
left partway through the tape, the time code
is interrupted. When recording is resumed,
the time code starts counting up again from
“00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may
record the same time codes as those existing
in a previously recorded scene. To prevent
this, perform Recording From The Middle Of A
Tape (੬ 15) in the following cases;
Digital zoom (up to 800X)
Notes:
•
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.
5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is
set all the way to “W”.
When you zoom into a subject close to the
lens, the camera may automatically zoom out
depending on the distance to the subject. In
this case, set “TELE MACRO” to “ON” (੬ 20).
•
•
When shooting again after playing back a
recorded tape.
Recording From The Middle Of A
Tape
1 Play back a tape or use Blank Search
(੬ 17) to find the spot at which you want
to start recording, then engage the Still
Playback mode (੬ 16).
•
•
When power shuts off during shooting.
When a tape is removed and re-inserted
during shooting.
When shooting using a partially recorded
tape.
When shooting on a blank portion located
partway through the tape.
When shooting again after shooting a
scene then opening/closing the cassette
holder cover.
•
•
•
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9), 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 23)
•
Recording & Playback
16 EN
HDV
Normal Playback
Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV
format are detected. The pictures in the
HDV format cannot be played back with this
camcorder.
– VOL.+
W
T
Power Switch
SET
VOL. +/-
Still Playback
6
Pauses during video playback.
1 Press 6 during playback.
2 To resume normal playback, press 6
MENU
again.
1
7
y
• If still playback continues for more than about
3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is
automatically engaged.
1 Load a cassette (੬ 13).
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” (੬ 9).
SET
•
The above screen (referring to the control
lever (੬ 5)) will be displayed for approx.
3 seconds on the LCD Monitor.
3 To start playback, press U/ 9.
4 To stop playback, press 8.
•
•
During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or
5 to fast-forward the tape.
Press SET to display the guide operation
screen.
To control the speaker volume
Slide the Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–) towards “+”
to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn
down the volume.
Notes:
•
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor or on a connected TV (੬ 18).
If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes
when power is supplied from a battery, the
camcorder shuts off automatically.
When a cable is connected to the AV
connector, the sound is not heard from the
speaker.
•
•
Recording & Playback
EN 17
Variable Shuttle Search
Blank Search
Allows variable-speed search in either
direction during video playback.
Helps you find where you should start
recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time
code interruption (੬ 15).
1 During playback, press 5 once or twice
for forward search, or 3 once or twice for
reverse search.
1
2
3
4
Set the power switch to “PLAY” (੬ 9).
Press MENU.
3
5
Select “TAPE”, press SET or ¤.
Select “BLANK SEARCH”, press SET or ¤.
x-10
x-3
x3
x10
2 To resume normal playback, press U/ 9.
• During playback, press and hold 5 or
3. The search continues as long as you
hold the button. Once you release the button,
normal playback resumes.
• A slight mosaic effect appears on the
display during Shuttle Search. This is not a
malfunction.
5
Select “EXECUTE”, press SET or ¤.
The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears
and the camcorder automatically starts
reverse or forward search, then stops at
the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape
before the beginning of the detected blank
portion.
•
•
To cancel Blank Search, press
8.
Attention:
Notes:
During Shuttle Search,
parts of the picture may
not be clearly visible,
particularly on the left
side of the screen.
•
Before starting Blank Search, if the current
position is at a blank portion, the camcorder
searches in the reverse direction. If the
current position is at a recorded portion, the
camcorder searches in the forward direction.
If the beginning or end of the tape is reached
during Blank Search, the camcorder stops
automatically.
•
During Shuttle Search,
parts of the picture may
not be clearly visible
across the screen.
•
•
A blank portion which is shorter than
5 seconds of tape may not be detected.
The detected blank portion may be located
between recorded scenes. Before you start
recording, make sure there is no recorded
scene after the blank portion.
Recording & Playback
18 EN
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
Connections To A TV Or VCR
2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration.
If using a VCR, go to step 3.
If not, go to step 4.
3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the
TV.
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and
To AV
connector
set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
6 Start playback on the camcorder (੬ 16).
•
Please set “16:9 OUTPUT” of Playback
Menus so that the image may suit your TV
(16:9 TV or 4:3 TV) (੬ 21, 23).
or
To choose whether or not the following
displays appear on the connected TV
Audio/Video cable
(provided)
•
•
•
Date/Time
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF” (੬ 21).
Time Code
Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” (੬ 21).
On Screen
1
2
3
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or
“LCD/TV” (੬ 21).
TV
Notes:
VCR
•
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(੬ 11)
1 Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your
TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors).
•
To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
camcorder’s Power Switch to “REC”, then set
your TV to the appropriate input mode.
Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to
its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of
sound when the camcorder is turned on.
Conversion lens and AV Cable may not be
used at the same time depending on the type
of conversion lens you are using.
2 Red to AUDIO R IN
3 White to AUDIO L IN
•
•
•
It is recommended to use JVC conversion lens.
Some conversion lens may not be compatible
with this camcorder.
Menus for detailed adjustment
EN 19
4 Select the desired selection, press SET or
Changing The Menu Settings
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-
use, on-screen menu system that simplifies
many of the more detailed camcorder settings
(੬ 19 – 23).
¤.
Example: WIPE/FADER menu.
WIPE/FADER
OFF
OFF
W
H
WHITE
BLACK
SLIDE
SCROLL
Power Switch
1 Select
5 Select the desired setting, press SET or ¤.
Selection is completed.
6 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.
MENU
• Press £whenever you want to cancel or return
to the previous menu screen.
2 SET
• Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other
function menus.
1 For Video Recording Menu:
•
•
Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
For Video Playback Menu:
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” (੬ 9).
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Screen for Video
Recording Menu
Screen for Video
Playback Menu
FUNCTION
CAMERA
TAPE
TAPE
DISPLAY
SYSTEM
DISPLAY
SYSTEM
EXIT
EXIT
3 Select the desired function, press SET or
¤.
The selected function menu appears.
Example: FUNCTION menu.
Current Setting
FUNCTION
WH
W
IPE/FADER
OFF
PROGRAM AE
EFFECT
OFF
EXPOSURE
AUTO
OFF
W
.BALANCE
SHUTTER
EXIT
Menus for detailed adjustment
20 EN
Recording Menus
The FUNCTION and CAMERA menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is
set to “REC”.
Menus
WIPE/FADER
PROGRAM AE
EFFECT
EXPOSURE
W. BALANCE
SHUTTER
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
(੬ 27), “Wipe or Fader Effects”.
(੬ 27, 28), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.
(੬ 27, 28), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.
(੬ 24), “Exposure Control”.
(੬ 26), “White Balance Adjustment”.
(੬ 27, 28), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.
ZOOM
[30X]: When set to “30X” while using digital zoom, the zoom
magnification will reset to 30X since digital zoom will be
disengaged.
60X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing
and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 30X
(the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 60X digital
magnification.
800X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing
and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 30X
(the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 800X digital
magnification.
TELE MACRO
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON:
When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m (3.3 ft), set
“TELE MACRO” to “ON”.You can shoot a subject as large as
possible at a distance of approx. 40 cm (1.4 ft). Depending
on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
DIS
OFF
: Disables the function. (DIS disable icon “
” appears.)
[ON]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-
shake, particularly at high magnification.
Notes:
• Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive,
or depending on the shooting condition.
• Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
• DIS cannot be activated when “NIGHT” in “PROGRAM AE”, or
“STROBE” in “EFFECT” is selected.
GAIN UP
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness
adjustment.
[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
AUTO: The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting
a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed
provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the
subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. The overall
appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being
automatically adjusted, “
” is displayed.
WIND CUT
[OFF]: Disengages the function.
ON:
Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator
appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.
Menus for detailed adjustment
EN 21
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
REC MODE
[SP]*: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode
LP:
Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5 times the
recording time.
*SP indicator does not appear on the screen.
Notes:
• If the recording mode is switched, the playback picture will be blurred at
the switching point.
• During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of
noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.
SOUND MODE
[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate
channels. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous
models).
16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate
channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous
models).
The “DISPLAY” settings (except “CLOCK ADJ.”, “16:9 OUTPUT” and “BRIGHT”) are effective
only for shooting.
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
ON SCREEN
LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and
time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen.
[LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when
the camcorder is connected to a TV.
DATE/TIME
[OFF]: The date/time does not appear.
ON:
The date/time is always displayed.
CLOCK ADJ.
TIME CODE
੬ 12, “Date/Time Settings”.
[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.
ON:
Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the
connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during
recording. (੬ 15)
16:9 OUTPUT
BRIGHT
To enable your tv to display images in 16:9 wide mode, set the tv
screen size correctly.
[4:3 TV]: For TV with an aspect ratio of 4:3.
16:9 TV: For TV with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
੬ 13, “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display”.
Menus for detailed adjustment
22 EN
The “SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “REC” are also applied
when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
LANGUAGE
[ENGLISH] / FRANCAIS / ESPAÑOL / PORTUGUÊS
The language setting can be changed. (੬ 12)
MELODY
OFF: Disengages the function.
[ON]: A melody sounds when any operation is performed.
DEMO MODE
OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place.
[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Wipe/Fader and
Effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions
operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases:
•
•
•
When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO MODE” is turned
“ON”.
With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON”, if there is no operation for about
3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more
than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.
Note:
If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
CAM RESET
[CANCEL]: Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.
EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset.
Playback Menus
The settings on the next page (੬ 23) are effective only for video playback except “REC MODE”.
The parameters (except “SOUND L/R” and “NARRATION” settings) are the same as in the
description on page 21.
SOUND L/R and NARRATION
During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made,
and plays the sound back. Select the sound to accompany your playback picture.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
Menus for detailed adjustment
EN 23
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
REC MODE
[SP]*/LP
Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending
on your preference. It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in
VIDEO Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder during
dubbing. (੬ 28, 29)
* SP indicator does not appear on the screen.
NARRATION
Although it is not possible to perform audio dubbing with this
camcorder, you can hear sound from an audio-dubbed tape during
playback using this function.
[OFF]: Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in
stereo.
ON:
Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in
stereo.
MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in
stereo on both “L” and “R” channels.
SOUND L/R
[STEREO]: Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
SOUND L: Sound from the “L” channel is output.
SOUND R: Sound from the “R” channel is output.
BLANK SEARCH CANCEL / [EXECUTE]
੬ 17, “Blank Search”.
Each setting (except “OFF” in “ON SCREEN”, “DATE/TIME” and “TIME CODE”) is linked with
“DISPLAY”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
The parameters (except “OFF” in “ON SCREEN” setting) are the same as in the description on
੬ 21.
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV
ON SCREEN
When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display disappears.
DATE/TIME
CLOCK ADJ.
TIME CODE
[OFF] / ON
੬ 12, “Date/Time Settings”
[OFF] / ON
੬ 15, “Time Code”
16:9 OUTPUT
BRIGHT
[4:3 TV] / 16:9 TV
੬ 21, “16:9 OUTPUT”
੬ 13, “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display”
SYSTEM
Each setting (except “DEMO MODE”) is linked with “SYSTEM”, which appears when the Power
Switch is set to “REC”.
The parameters are the same as in the description on ੬ 22.
Features for recording
24 EN
Manual Focus
Exposure Control
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers Manual exposure control is recommended in
continuous shooting ability from close-up (as
close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to
infinity. However, correct focus may not be
obtained depending on the shooting condition.
In this case, use the manual focus mode.
the following situations:
•
When shooting using reverse lighting or
when the background is too bright.
When shooting on a reflective natural
background such as at the beach or when
skiing.
•
FOCUS
•
When the background is overly dark or the
subject is bright.
1 Select
£
¤
SET
Manual focus indicator
2 SET
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
3 Press MENU.
4 Select “FUNCTION”, press SET or ¤.
5 Select “EXPOSURE”, press SET or ¤.
3 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator
appears.
4 Press £or ¤to focus on a subject.
•
When the focus level cannot be adjusted
any further or closer, “@” or “A” will blink.
5 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete. 6 Select the appropriate exposure, press
SET or ¤.
To reset to Auto Focus
Press FOCUS twice.
•
To brighten the image, press ¡. To darken
the image, press ¢. (maximum +/-6)
7 Press MENU.
Manual focus is recommended in
situations listed below.
•
When two subjects overlap in the same
scene.
When illumination is low.*
Notes:
•
If the adjustment does not cause any visible
change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”
(੬ 20).
•
•
When the subject has no contrast
(difference in brightness and darkness),
such as a flat, one-color wall, or a clear,
blue sky.*
When a dark object is barely visible in the
LCD monitor.*
When the scene contains minute patterns
or identical patterns that are regularly
repeated.
•
You cannot use the manual exposure control at
the same time when “PROGRAM AE” is set to
“SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” (੬ 27), or with the
backlight compensation.
•
•
•
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: @, 9, :and A.
Features for recording
EN 25
Note:
Iris Lock
Using Backlight Compensation may cause the
light around the subject to become too bright and
the subject to become white.
Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris
contracts in well-lit environments to keep too
much light from entering, and dilates in dim
environments to allow in more light. Use this
function in the following situations:
When shooting a moving subject.
When the distance to the subject changes
(so its size in the LCD monitor changes),
such as when the subject is backing away.
When shooting on a reflective natural
background such as at the beach or when
skiing.
Spot Exposure Control
Selection of a spot metering area enables more
precise exposure compensation.
•
•
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
•
3 Press -twice so that the Spot Exposure
Control indicator “.” appears.
•
A spot metering area frame appears at the
center of the LCD monitor.
•
•
When shooting objects under a spotlight.
When zooming.
4 Press SET.
1
5
1 Perform steps
–
in “Exposure Control”
•
•
Spot Exposure Control is engaged.
(੬ 24).
Exposure is adjusted to make the
brightness of the selected area most
appropriate.
2 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the
LCD monitor, then press and hold SET or
¤for over 2 seconds. The “C” indication
appears.
To lock the iris
After step , press and hold SET over 2
seconds. The “ ” indication appears and the
iris is locked.
3
3 Press SET or ¤. The iris is locked.
4 Press MENU.
To cancel Spot Exposure Control
Press -once so that the “.” indicator
disappears.
Backlight Compensation
Backlight compensation brightens the subject
Notes:
•
Depending on the shooting location and
condition, optimum result may not be attained.
“STROBE” in “EFFECT” cannot be used with
Spot Exposure Control.
quickly.
•
With simple operation, backlight compensation
feature brightens the dark subject portion by
increasing the exposure.
SET
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
3 Press -so that the Backlight
Compensation indicator “-” appears.
To cancel Backlight Compensation
Press -twice so that the “-” indicator
disappears.
Features for recording
26 EN
White Balance Adjustment
The white balance refers to the correctness of
color reproduction under various lighting. If the
white balance is correct, all other colors will be
accurately reproduced.
Manual White Balance
Adjustment
Adjust the white balance manually when
shooting under various types of lighting.
The white balance is usually adjusted
automatically. However, more advanced
camcorder operators control this function
manually to achieve a more professional
color/tint reproduction.
White paper
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front
of the subject. Adjust zoom or position
yourself so that the white paper fills the
screen.
3 Set “W. BALANCE” to the desired mode
(੬ 20).
•
The selected mode indicator except
“AUTO” appears.
W. BALANCE
4 Select “MWB” in “W. BALANCE” menu
(੬ 20), then press and hold SET or ¤until
Bbegins blinking.
[AUTO]:
White balance is adjusted automatically.
•
When the setting is completed, Bstops
MWB B:
blinking.
Adjust the white balance manually when
shooting under various types of lighting.
(੬ 26, “Manual White Balance Adjustment”)
5 Press SET or ¤to engage the setting.
6 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes
and the Manual White Balance indicator B
is displayed.
FINE D:
Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD E:
Notes:
Outdoors on a cloudy day.
•
•
•
•
•
In step 3, it may be difficult to focus on the
white paper. In such a case, adjust focus
manually (੬ 24).
Because the color temperature is different
depending on the light source, use this function
for a more natural result.
Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned
off or the battery removed.
White Balance cannot be activated
simultaneously with “TWILIGHT” in
“PROGRAM AE” (੬ 27).
HALOGEN F:
A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
[ ] = Factory-preset
White Balance cannot be activated if the
“SEPIA” or “MONOTONE” mode is activated.
Features for recording
EN 27
Wipe Or Fader Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition
from one scene to the next.
Wipe or Fader works when video recording is
started or stopped.
Program AE, Effects And
Shutter Effects
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M”. (੬ 9).
3 Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (੬ 9).
2 Set the recording mode to “M” (੬ 9).
“SHUTTER” in “FUNCTION” Menu (੬ 20).
•
The selected effect will be shown for
approx. 2 seconds before the camcorder
returns to the menu screen.
3 Set “WIPE/FADER” in “FUNCTION” Menu
(੬ 20).
Notes:
•
Shutter Effects cannot be used during
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
“NIGHT”.
activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
•
When a subject is too bright or reflective,
a vertical streak may appear (smear
phenomenon). Smear phenomenon tends
to occur when “SPORTS” or any mode of
“SHUTTER 1/500 – 1/4000” is selected.
Note:
You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by
pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop
Button.
WIPE/FADER
[OFF]:
PROGRAM AE
[OFF]:
Disables the function.
Disables the function.
WHITE
Fade in or out with a white screen.
BLACK
:
SPORTS H:
(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000):
This setting allows fast-moving images to
be captured one frame at a time, for vivid,
stable slow-motion playback. The faster the
shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes.
Use the shutter function under good lighting
conditions.
:
Fade in or out with a black screen.
SLIDE T:
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left
to right.
SCROLL V:
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.
SNOW G:
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too dark when shooting in extremely
bright surroundings such as in the snow.
[ ] = Factory-preset
SPOTLIGHT /:
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too bright when shooting under
extremely strong direct lighting such as
spotlights.
TWILIGHT I:
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
White Balance (੬ 26) is automatically set
to “AUTO”. When Twilight is chosen, the
camcorder automatically adjusts the focus
from approx. 10 m (32ft) to infinity. From less
than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.
Features for recording
Editing
28 EN
NIGHT
:
Dubbing To A VCR
To use this camcorder as a player
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter
than they would be under good natural
lighting. Although the recorded image is not
grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to
the slow shutter speed. During Night-Alive,
it may be difficult to bring the camcorder
into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is
recommended.
1 Following the illustration, ੬ 18,
“Connections To A TV Or VCR”, connect
the camcorder and the VCR’s input
connectors.
1
6
2 Perform steps
–
(੬ 18).
[ ] = Factory-preset
3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start
recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s
instruction manual.)
EFFECT
4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on
the VCR, then stop playback on the
camcorder.
[OFF]:
Disables the function.
SEPIA J:
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
photos.
To choose whether or not the following
displays appear on the connected TV.
(੬ 18)
MONOTONE K:
•
•
•
Date/Time
Like classic black and white films, your footage
is shot in B/W.
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF” (੬ 21).
Time Code
Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” (੬ 21).
On Screen
CLASSIC L:
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
STROBE M:
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or
“LCD/TV” (੬ 21).
Your recording looks like a series of
consecutive snapshots.
Note:
MIRROR
:
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ 11).
Creates a mirror image on the left half of the
screen, juxtaposed to the normal image on the
other half.
[ ] = Factory-preset
SHUTTER
[OFF]:
Disables the function.
SHUTTER 1/60:
1/60
The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a
second. Black bands that usually appear when
shooting a TV screen become narrower.
SHUTTER 1/100:
1/100
The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when
shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-
vapour lamp is reduced.
SHUTTER 1/500/SHUTTER 1/4000:
(Refer to “PROGRAM AE” - “SPORTS H”
mode)
[ ] = Factory-preset
Editing
EN 29
Notes:
Dubbing To Or From A Video
Unit Equipped With A DV
Connector (Digital Dubbing)
•
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter
as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (੬ 11).
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.
•
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.
•
Even though the DV cable is connected
correctly, sometimes the image may not
appear in ste4. If this occurs, turn off the
power and make connections again.
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the
optional JVC VC-VDV204U or VC-VDV206U
DV cable.
•
To use this camcorder as a recorder
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit
equipped with a DV output connector using
a DV cable as shown in the illustration.
To DV IN/OUT
3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to
“PLAY”.
4 Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” (੬ 23).
5 Start playback on the player.
Core filter
DV cable (optional)
To DV IN/OUT
6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
engage the Record-Pause mode.
•
The “
screen.
” indication appears on the
7 At the point you want to start dubbing,
press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
start dubbing. The T indication rotates.
8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
again to stop dubbing. The T indication
stops rotating.
Video unit equipped with DV connector
To use this camcorder as a player
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
9 Press 8 to return to the normal playback
mode.
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit
equipped with a DV input connector using
a DV cable as shown in the illustration.
Note:
Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode
recorded on the original tape, regardless of the
current “SOUND MODE” setting (੬ 21).
3 Start playback on the camcorder (੬ 16).
4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start
recording on the video unit. (Refer to the
video unit’s instruction manual.)
COPY PROTECTED
Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is
attempted while this camcorder is being used
as a recorder.
5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the
video unit, then stop playback on this
camcorder.
Editing
30 EN
It is also possible to transfer moving
Connection To A Personal
Computer
images to a PC with a DV connector by
using the software equipped with the PC or
commercially available software.If you are
using a Windows® XP, you can use Windows®
Messenger to conduct video conferences over
the Internet, using a camcorder. For details,
refer to the help for the Windows® Messenger.
Notes:
•
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter
as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (੬ 11).
•
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the
optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U
DV cable depending on the type of DV
connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC.
The date/time information cannot be captured
into the PC.
To DV IN/OUT
Core filter
•
•
•
•
Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and
Software.
The system may not work properly depending
on the PC or capture board you are using.
If, after connecting a DV cable to the
camcorder and it doesn’t work, restart the
camcorder.
DV cable
(optional)
Core filter
•
Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
To DV
Connector
or
PC with DV connector
When connecting the camcorder to a PC
using a DV cable, make sure to follow the
procedure below. Connecting the cable
incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the
camcorder and/or the PC.
•
Connect the DV cable first to the PC, and
then to the camcorder.
•
Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly
according to the shape of the DV connector.
Troubleshooting
EN 31
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
Recording cannot be
performed.
• The tape’s erase protection tab is «Set the tape’s erase protection tab
set to “SAVE”.
to “REC” (੬ 13).
«Replace with new cassette (੬ 13).
• “TAPE END” appears.
• The cassette holder cover is open. «Close the cassette holder cover.
When shooting a
subject illuminated by
bright light, vertical
lines appear.
• This is not a malfunction.
When the screen is
under direct sunlight
during shooting, the
screen becomes red or
black for an instant.
• This is not a malfunction.
The focus does not
adjust automatically.
• Focus is set to the Manual mode. «Set Focus to the Auto mode (੬ 24).
• The lens is dirty or covered with
condensation.
«Clean the lens and check the
focus again (੬ 24).
The image looks like
the shutter speed is
too slow.
• When shooting in the dark, the
unit becomes highly sensitive to
light when “GAIN UP” is set to
“AUTO”.
«If you want the lighting to look
more natural, set “GAIN UP” to
“AGC” or “OFF” (੬ 20).
Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
• In places subject to low
temperature, images become
dark due to the characteristics
of the LCD monitor. This is not a
malfunction.
«Adjust the brightness and angle of
the LCD monitor
(੬ 8, 13).
Picture does not
appear on the LCD
monitor.
• The LCD monitor’s brightness
setting is too dark.
«Adjust the brightness of the LCD
monitor (੬ 13).
Aspect ratio is strange.
«If the aspect ratio of the video you
are playing is strange, change the
setting in “16:9 OUTPUT”
(੬ 21, 23).
No power is supplied.
• The power is not connected
properly.
«Connect the AC Adapter securely.
(੬ 11)
• The battery pack is not attached
firmly.
• The battery is dead.
«Detach the battery pack once
again and re-attach it firmly. (੬ 11)
«Replace the dead battery with a
fully charged one. (੬ 11)
The POWER/CHARGE • Charging is difficult in places
«To protect the battery, it is
recommended to charge it in
places with a temperature of 10°C
to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). (੬ 33)
«Detach the battery pack once
again and re-attach it firmly.
(੬ 11)
lamp on the camcorder
does not light during
charging.
subject to extremely high/low
temperatures.
• The battery pack is not attached
firmly.
Troubleshooting
32 EN
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
The tape is moving, but • Your TV has AV input terminals,
«Set the TV to the mode or channel
appropriate for video playback.
(੬ 18)
there is no picture.
but is not set to its VIDEO mode.
• The cassette holder cover is open. «Close the cassette holder cover.
(੬ 13)
Blocks of noise appear
during playback, or
there is no playback
picture and the screen
becomes blue.
«Clean the video heads with an
optional cleaning cassette.
(੬ 2)
Data battery status
does not appear.
• The AC Adapter is connected to
the camcorder.
• The camcorder turned off
automatically.
«Disconnect the AC adapter from
the camcorder.
«Turn the camcorder off, then on
again.
Warning Indication
Meaning / Remedy
• Displays the battery remaining power.
• As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery remaining power
indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off
automatically.
High
Exhausted
SET TO MANUAL
MODE
• Appears when you attempt to change “Menu Settings”, “Backlight
Compensation” or “Manual Focus” while in AUTO mode A. (੬ 9)
TAPE END
LENS CAP
• Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.
• Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is
attached or when it is dark.
SET DATE/TIME!
• Appears when the date/time is not set.
(੬ 12).
• The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time
has been erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
• Appears if a tape is loaded while the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
• Blinks when no tape is loaded.
CHECK TAPE’S
ERASE PROTECTION
TAB
• Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power
Switch is set to “REC”.
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD • Error indications 01, 02 or 06.
MODE REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY
OR DC PLUG
Remedy: Remove and reattach the power supply or battery.*
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD • Error indications 03 or 04.
MODE EJECT AND
REINSERT TAPE
Remedy: Eject the cassette and reinsert.*
*
The camcorder turns off automatically. Re-check if the indication clears. When it does, you can
resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Cautions
EN 33
... remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
AC Adapter
When using the AC Adapter in areas other
than the USA
The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have
a large power capacity. However, when one
is exposed to cold temperatures (below
10°C/50°F), 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.
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord
to an AC wall outlet other than American
National Standard C73 series type use an
AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as
shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
Notes:
•
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm
after charging, or after use.
Plug adapter
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operation: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage: –20°C to 50°C (−4°F to 122°F)
The lower the temperature, the longer
recharging takes.
•
•
Charging times are for a fully discharged
battery pack.
Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be
sure to read the following cautions:
battery. Before using the
Terminals
supplied battery pack or an
optional battery pack, be sure
to read the following cautions:
•
During use
... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV
mark.
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded
tapes automatically erases the previously
recorded video and audio signals.
... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
•
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 (140°F), as this may cause the
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
... use only specified chargers.
•
Store cassettes
•
To prevent damage and prolong service life
... 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.
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge in an environment where temperatures
are within the tolerances shown in the chart
below. This is a chemical reaction type battery
— cooler temperatures impede chemical
reaction, while warmer temperatures can
prevent complete charging.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery every 6 months when storing the
battery pack over a long period time.
Cautions
34 EN
•
Dirty heads can cause the following
problems:
LCD Monitor
•
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
To prolong service life
•
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
... No picture during playback.
... Blocks of noise appear during playback.
... During recording or playback, the Head Clog
Warning indicator “ ” appears.
Main Unit
For safety, DO NOT
•
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
... Recording cannot be performed properly.
In such cases, use an optional cleaning
cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette
is used more than once consecutively,
damage to the video heads may result.
After the camcorder plays back for about 20
seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to
the cleaning cassette’s instructions.
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the
problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
Mechanical moving parts used to move the
video heads and video tape tend to become
dirty and worn out over time. In order to
maintain a clear picture at all times, periodic
check-ups are recommended after using the
unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic check-
ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
•
Avoid using the unit
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.
... in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
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.
•
DO NOT leave the unit
... in places of over 50°C (122°F) .
... in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
... in direct sunlight.
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater.
•
To protect the unit, DO NOT
... allow it to become wet.
... 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.
... swing it excessively when using the hand strap
or the grip.
... swing the soft camera case excessively when
the camcorder is inside it.
•
Moisture on the head drum can cause
severe damage to the video tape, and can
lead to internal damage to the camcorder
itself.
CONDENSATION, OPERATION
PAUSED PLEASE WAIT
Appears if condensation occurs. When this
indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour
until condensation disappears.
Cautions
User Maintenance
EN 35
Serious malfunctioning
Cleaning The Camcorder
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC
dealer.
remove the battery pack and AC Adapter.
To clean the exterior
The camcorder is a microcomputer-
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.
controlled device. External noise and
interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might
prevent it from functioning properly. In such
cases, first disconnect its power supply unit
(battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait
a few minutes and then re-connect it and
proceed as usual from the beginning.
To clean the LCD monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the monitor.
To clean the lens
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
Changes or modifications not approved
by JVC could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment. This equipment has
been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
Notes:
•
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as
benzine or alcohol.
•
Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units
have been disconnected.
•
•
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
When using a cleaner or chemically treated
cloth refer to the cautions of each product.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number
: GR-DA30U
Trade Name
: JVC
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS
CORP.
Address
: 1700 Valley Road
Wayne, N. J. 07470
Telephone Number : 973-317–5000
This device complies with Part 15 of
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Specifications
36 EN
Camcorder
For General
For Digital Video Camera
Power supply
Format
DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)
DV format (SD mode)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Signal format
Power consumption
NTSC standard
Approx. 2.6 W
Recording/Playback format
Dimensions (W x H x D)
71 mm x 77 mm x 117 mm (2.8" x 3" x 4.6")
Video: Digital component recording
Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-
channel (12-BIT), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-BIT)
Weight
Approx. 385 g (0.84 lbs) (without battery,
Cassette
cassette and lens cap)
Mini DV cassette
Approx. 455 g (1.0 lbs) (incl. battery, cassette
and lens cap)
Tape speed
SP: 18.8 mm/s, LP: 12.5 mm/s
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Maximum recording time (using 80 min.
cassette)
Operating humidity
SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.
35% to 80%
Storage temperature
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
For Connectors
AV
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog,
stereo
Pickup
1/6” CCD
Lens
F2.0 to 4.1, f = 2.3 mm to 69 mm, 30:1 power
zoom lens
DV
Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant
Filter diameter
ø27 mm
LCD monitor
2.4” diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT
active matrix system
Speaker
Monaural
AC Adapter
Power requirement
Output
AC 110 V to 240 V~, 50 Hz/60 Hz
DC 11 V
, 1 A
§
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E & O.E. Design and specifications
subject to change without notice.
Terms
EN 37
Symbols
L
W
16:9 Output ................. 21, 23 Language .......................... 22 White Balance .................. 26
LCD Monitor ....................... 8 Wind Cut ........................... 20
Loading A Cassette .......... 13 Wipe Or Fader Effects ...... 27
A
AC Adapter ....................... 11
Auto/Manual Mode .............. 9
M
Z
Manual Focus ................... 24 Zoom .......................... 15, 20
Melody .............................. 22
B
Backlight Compensation ... 25
Battery Cover .................... 11
N
Battery Pack ............... 11, 33 Narration ........................... 23
Blank Search .................... 17 Night Alive ........................ 28
Bright .......................... 21, 23
O
C
On Screen .................. 21, 23
Cam Reset ........................ 22
Changing The Menu
Settings ...................... 19 - 23
Clock Adj. .................... 21, 23
Connections To A TV Or
P
Program AE ...................... 27
Q
VCR .................................. 18
Connection To A Personal
Computer .......................... 30
Quick Review .................... 14
R
D
Rec Mode ................... 21, 23
Recording Capacity Tape .. 14
Data Battery ..................... 12
Date/Time Settings ........... 12
Demo Mode ...................... 22
Digital Image Stabilization
S
(DIS) ................................. 20
Dubbing ...................... 28, 29
Shutter Effects .................. 28
Sound L/R ......................... 23
Sound Mode ..................... 21
Speaker Volume ............... 16
Specifications ................... 36
Spot Exposure Control ..... 25
E
Effect ................................ 28
Exposure Control .............. 24
T
G
Tape Speed
Gain Up ............................ 20
(REC MODE) .............. 21, 23
Tele Macro ........................ 20
Time Code ............ 15, 21, 23
Tripod Mounting .................. 7
Troubleshooting ................ 31
I
Iris Lock ............................ 25
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