JVC GR-AX999UM User Manual

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COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER

GR-AX999UM

Compact VHS

ENGLISH

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0108-001A

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (Z pg. 8, 9).

•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 72 – 77) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that

follow and cautions (Z pgs. 81 – 83). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

n Dispose of used battery promptly. n Keep away from children. n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in

fire.

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 viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V18U/V22U/V25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

NOTES:

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The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

CAUTIONS:

n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

n When you are not using the AC Power

Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

ATTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Power Sources

Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

2. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

3. Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

4. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

•Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

•Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

3. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

•Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

•Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

MAJOR FEATURES

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REMEMBER

The Logical Choice

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

used with your VHS VCR*

Program AE with Special Effects (

n Auto Mode Lock n Auto Mode Release n Electronic Fog Filter n ND Effect n Sepia n Twilight n Sports n Nega/Posi n 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

Z pg. 26, 27)

Digital Still Camera Built-in (PC communication capable)

Z pg. 46 – 61)

(

Integrated Auto Light

Z pg. 23)

(

Picture Stabilizer (Z pg. 21)

Digital Hyper Zoom

Z pg. 20)

(

Zoom-in

Program Manager II

(Z pg. 26 – 39)

Program AE with Special Effects, Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Title, Menu Adjustment (Focus, Exposure Control and so on.)

Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorder.

Zoom-out

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QUICK OPERATION GUIDE (VIDEO)

SUPPLY POWER

INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

Using the battery pack

Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the

camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 10)

2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into

place.

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

PUSH

1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder. 2 Insert a video cassette. 3 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.

(For more details, Z pg. 17)

PLAYBACK SHOOTING

Set to “VIDEO”

PLAY/PAUSE STOP

EJECT

Set to “VIDEO”

REW

1 Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. 3 Press REW.

— The tape will automatically stop at the

beginning of the tape.

4 Press PLAY/PAUSE.

— Playback starts and the playback picture

appears.

• To stop playback, press STOP.

(For more details,

Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).

Z pg. 43

Z pg. 40.)

Set to “PLAY”

LENS COVER Open/Close

Set to “CAMERA”

Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch

to open the lens cover.

2 Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.

— The power indicator will light and an

image will appear.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

— Recording starts.

•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily press the Recording Start/Stop Button once again. (For more details, Z pgs. 18, 19)

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE (D.S.C.)

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SUPPLY POWER

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

Using the battery pack

Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the

camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 10)

2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into

place.

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

SHOOTING

System Select Switch Set to “D.S.C.”

SNAPSHOT Button

Power Switch Set to “CAMERA”

1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch

to open the lens cover.

2 Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.

— The power indicator will light and an

image will appear.

4 Press the SNAPSHOT Button.

— A still image is shot and is stored in the

camcorder’s memory.

(For more details, Z pg. 46)

LENS COVER Open/Close Switch

PLAYBACK

Page Button

System Select Switch Set to “D.S.C.”

Power Switch Set to “PLAY”

1 Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

— A still image stored in memory appears.

3 Press “W” or “T” of the Page Button to select

the still image you want to view.

(For more details, Z pg. 53.)

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CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED

Power ..................................................................................... 10

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal .......................................... 12

Date/Time Setting....................................................................... 13

Grip Adjustment ......................................................................... 14

Viewfinder Adjustment ................................................................. 14

Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................................................. 15

Tripod Mounting .......................................................................... 15

Recording Mode Setting ................................................................ 16

Tape Length Setting ..................................................................... 16

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ........................................................ 17

VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording .......................................................................... 18

Basic Features ............................................................................ 20

Advanced Features ...................................................................... 26

VIDEO PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................................................................... 40

Features................................................................................... 41

Using The Cassette Adapter ............................................................ 43

BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR TAPE DUBBING DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING

Basic Shooting............................................................................ 46

Advanced Features ...................................................................... 48

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................................................................... 53

Advanced Features ...................................................................... 54

Connection ................................................................................ 61

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Random Assemble Editing .............................................................. 64

Insert Editing (VIDEO)................................................................... 68

Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape) .... 69

Audio Dubbing............................................................................ 70

USER MAINTENANCE

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INDEX

Viewfinder Indications .................................................................. 73

Controls ................................................................................... 74

Connectors ................................................................................ 74

Indicators ................................................................................. 74

Other Parts ............................................................................... 74

Te rm s ...................................................................................... 76

TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V15U

•CD-ROM including two software programs

•Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak) C-P7U

PC)

)

(for Macintosh

(for Windows

•PC Connection Cable x 2

•Battery Pack BN-V18U

•Lithium Battery CR2025 x 2 (for clock operation and remote control unit)

•Remote Control Unit RM-V705U

•Shoulder Strap

•DC Cord

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CHG. (charge) indicator

REFRESH indicator

Marks

To AC outlet

REFRESH switch

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power.

NOTES:

●

No function is available without power supply.

●

Use only specified power supply.

●

Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

SUPPLY POWER

Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall

outlet.

REFRESH

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging. Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.

To discharge the battery . . .

..... attach the battery pack to the adapter

as shown in the above illustration. Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete.

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

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.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

direction of the arrow until it locks in place.

•The CHG. indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,

charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow.

BATT. PACK

BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min. BN-V18U approx. 1 hr. 40 min. approx. 5 hrs. 30 min. BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs. BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.

CHARGE DISCHARGE

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

BATT. PACK

BN-V12U 65 ( 40 ) BN-V18U 100 ( 65 ) BN-V22U 135 ( 85 ) BN-V25U 180 ( 110 )

( ) : when the video light is on.

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

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CHARGE MARKER

Charge marker

(OPTIONAL BATTERY ONLY)

A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two colors are provided (red and black)—you choose which one means charged and which means discharged.

• The battery pack BN-V18U does not have a charge marker.

NOTES:

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The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.

●

Charging times noted on page 10 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack.

●

Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.

●

Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder.

●

Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.

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While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/ Charger to store it.

●

High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.

●

If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.

●

Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.

●

To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

●

Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.

●

The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG. indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

DC OUT terminal

To DC IN jack

AC Power Adapter/Charger

DC cord

Car Battery Cord AP-V7U (optional)

Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3U (optional)

AA-V15U

To AC outlet

To car’s cigarette lighter socket

USING A CAR BATTERY

Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration to the left).

NOTES:

●

When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.

●

The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can also be used to charge the battery pack.

●

When using the optional Car Battery Charger or Car Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective instruction booklet.

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration to the left).

NOTE:

The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

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GETTING STARTED

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings.

SWITCH OFF POWER

Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power

supply unit.

OPEN COVER

Open the clock battery compartment cover while

pressing the release tab.

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)

Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the

battery and the compartment (A) and pull the battery out.

INSERT BATTERY

Ensure that the plus (+) side is up and insert a

CR2025 lithium battery and push it in.

CLOSE COVER

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

(cont.)

NOTE:

See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (Z pg. 2) for information on safe handling of lithium batteries.

Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

DATE TIME

YEAR

MONTH DAY TIME

EXIT

AUTO AUTO JAN OFF T30 AUTO FAST

1998

JAN

PM 12:00

Menu Screen

1. 98

DATE/TIME Setting Menu

MENU Jog Dial

When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, “PICTURE” is displayed.

12-hour indication with AM or PM

Date/Time Setting

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the

Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME Setting Menu appears.

•If you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then go to step 6.

•If you want to set only the time without changing the date, go to step 4.

SET DATE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to the item you want to set and then press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking.

•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).

SET TIME

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. The minute setting stops blinking.

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MENU END

FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

AUTO AUTO DEC OFF T30 AUTO FAST

25. 98

START CLOCK OPERATION

When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,

TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

NOTE:

To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (Z pg. 22).

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Recording Start/Stop Button

Power Zoom Button

GETTING STARTED

Grip Adjustment

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate

the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Button. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

(cont.)

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

(see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.

ADJUST DIOPTER

Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

ATTACH STRAP

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap

through the top of 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 isn’t twisted.

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ADJUST LENGTH

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1.

Tripod Mounting

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud hole. Then tighten the screw.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod.

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SP/EP Recording Mode Button

VIDEO GETTING STARTED

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

SET RECORDING MODE

First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then

set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Press SP/EP Button for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more economical, providing three times as the recording time.

Select Dial

System Select Switch

Viewfinder

MENU END

FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO

TAPE LENGTH

M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

TAPE LENGTH

T20

T30 T40

EXIT

AUTO AUTO DEC OFF

T40

AUTO FAST

T40

25.98

MENU Jog Dial

Tape length indicator

Recording mode indicator

Menu Screen

TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu

NOTE:

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

Tape Length Setting

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then

set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears.

SET TAPE LENGTH

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to the correct setting. T20=20 minutes of recording time, T30=30 minutes, and T40=40 minutes (in SP).

•If you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen.

MENU END

FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

AUTO AUTO DEC OFF T20 AUTO FAST

25.98

NOTES:

●

The tape remaining time (Z pg. 19) displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

●

Once you have set the tape length, it remains unchanged even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK.

●

When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not possible to set “REC TIME” and “TAPE LENGTH”.

Erase Protection

Gear

Turn to take up slack.

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Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force

to open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure the label is facing outward.

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and

locked.

NOTES:

●

A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply is attached.

●

Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack.

●

Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

●

The cassette holder can’t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode.

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LENS COVER Switch

VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (Z pg. 10)

●

Recording Mode/Tape Length Setting (Z pg. 16)

●

Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 14)

Power Switch

Start/Stop Button

System Select Switch

Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)

Power indicator

LOAD A CASSETTE

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked.

ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE

Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open

the lens cover. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.

•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed upon it.

START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

REC

•“

” appears in the viewfinder while recording is

in progress.

Tape remaining time indicator

25MIN

(Now calculating)

Start/Stop Button

MIN

120MIN

119MIN

3MIN

2MIN

(Blinking)

1MIN

(Blinking)

0MIN

(Blinking)

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STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop

recording.

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

NOTES:

●

A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply is attached.

●

There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force.

●

The displayed remaining time is approximate.

●

The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

●

The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (Z pg. 16).

●

“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.

●

If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.

●

If the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes, recording may not start immediately.

●

If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during recording), use the Retake function (Z pg. 21) to find the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.

●

The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed.

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VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Features

Zoom-in

Power Zoom button

Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B.

ZOOM SPEED

FAST

SLOW

EXIT

Zoom indicator bar

Zoom Level indicator

Menu Screen

AUTO AUTO JAN

1.98 OFF T30 AUTO

FAST

ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu

Zoom-out

MENU Jog Dial

FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or

OPERATION:

NOTES: ●

an instantaneous change in image magnification.

Digital circuitly doubles the maximum 22x magnification offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.

Zoom In

Press the “T” of the Power Zoom Button.

Zoom Out

Press “W” of the Power Zoom Button. n Zooming speed is available. A total of

4 zoom speeds are available. 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed (press the button fully for regular-speed, press it lightly for slowspeed), while 2 speed levels (FAST/ SLOW) can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer.

The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below.

Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu

1) Set the Select Dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears.

2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move

the highlight bar to “ZOOM SPEED”, then press it. The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears.

3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move

the highlight bar to the desired speed and press it twice. The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed.

Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record–Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus

pg. 35), then zoom in or out in

( Record mode.

●

The zoom level indicator (5) moves during zoom. Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the zoom indicator bar, all magnification from that point is through digital processing.

●

During Digital Zoom, the quality of image may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (

pg. 33).

Zooming Speed ( 1 – 4 in order of speed)

“ZOOM SPEED” in the Menu Screen

FAST 1 (fastest) 3 SLOW 2 4 (slowest)

Pressing the Power Zoom Button

fully lightly

: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.

P. STABILIZER

RETAKE (R/F)

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FEATURE: Quick Review PURPOSE: To check the end of the last record-

OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quickly

NOTE:

FEATURE: Retake PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments. OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the

NOTE:

FEATURE: Picture Stabilizer PURPOSE: To compensate for unstable images

OPERATION: 1) Press P. STABILIZER. “

NOTES: ●

ing.

during the Record–Standby mode. n Tape is rewound for about 2

seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the next shot.

Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is normal.

Record–Standby mode.

2) Press either RETAKE button to

reach the start point for new recording. Pressing “F” forwards the tape and pressing “R” reverses it.

3) Press Recording Start/Stop Button

to start recording.

Noise may appear during Retake. This is normal.

caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.

n To switch off the Picture

Stabilizer, press P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.

”appears.

Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:

•

When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•

When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•

When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•

When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.

•

When shooting scenes with lowcontrast backgrounds.

●

Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

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DATE/TIME

Select Dial

Date display

Time display

Date/Time display

Auto Date Record mode

Date-off mode (No display)

Date display

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Date/Time display

VIDEO RECORDING

Display

Auto Date Record mode

AUTO DATE

Auto date record mode

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Basic Features (cont.)

FEATURE: Date/Time Insert PURPOSE: To display the date and time in the

OPERATION: 1)Turn the Select Dial to any

NOTES:

viewfinder or on a connected color monitor, as well as to record them manually or automatically.

position except AUTO LOCK.

2) Choose a display mode by pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly while in Record-Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration at left.

n You should have already

performed the Date/Time Setting procedure (Z pg. 13). If you haven’t, do so first.

DISPLAY

●

The selected display can be recorded.

●

If you don’t want to record the display, select the Date-off mode before shooting.

●

If you want to delete the display during shooting, press DATE/TIME.

●

To recall the display, engage the Record-Standby mode and press DATE/TIME repeatedly until the desired display appears.

●

Even if you shoot with the date/ time displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting, they will not be recorded.

AUTO DATE RECORD

●

Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations:

•

After changing the date.

•

After loading a cassette.

•

After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing DATE/TIME.

In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.

●

Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mode, and disables all other modes.

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

DANGER

n The video light can become extremely

hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

n Do not place the camcorder into the

carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

n When operating, keep a distance of

about 30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video light and people or objects.

n Do not use near flammable or explosive

materials.

n It is recommended that you consult your

nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

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FEATURE: Video Light PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural

OPERATION: 1)Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

NOTES: ●

lighting is too dim.

Switch as required:

ON : Always keeps the light on as

long as the camcorder is turned on.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the

light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

OFF : Turns off the light.

n The video light can only be used

with the camcorder’s power on.

n It is recommended to set the white

balance (Z pg. 37) to HALOGEN mode ( ) when you use the video light.

n When not using the video light,

turn it off to save battery power.

Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

●

When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch is set to “AUTO”:

•

Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF/ AUTO/ON switch.

•

While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode (Z pg. 27) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•

While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 27) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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Viewfinder

MODE

SNAPSHOT

VIDEO RECORDING

Snapshot

This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital still images that look like photographs onto a tape, as well as keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in memory. It is a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties, weddings and graduations.

SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

LOCK, then press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to the other as shown in the illustration to the left.

•When the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK, it is not possible to select the Snapshot Mode. Only the Full image (no display) is available. Go to step 2.

Basic Features (cont.)

SNAPSHOT

P (Pin-Up)

No display (Full)

Viewfinder

(ex. Pin-Up)

TAKE SNAPSHOT

Press the SNAPSHOT Button.

•A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the camcorder’s built-in memory.

•There are two Picture Modes you can choose from when storing in the camcorder’s memory: FINE and STANDARD. The maximum number of shots you can take varies according to the selected setting. The selected Picture Mode and remaining number of shots are displayed on the screen. The factory-preset is FINE. If you want to change the setting, perform “Picture Mode Setting” (

FINE

Allows you to shoot up to approx. 22 still images.

STD (Standard)

Allows you to shoot up to approx. 44 still images.

If you press during recording . . .

.... first there is a momentary camera shutter-type

blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing, then a still image appears. The next image starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners. The screen changes as shown in the illustrations the left and the screens onto the tape in the selected mode. Only the still image the selected mode, then the camcorder resumes normal recording.

If you press during Record-Standby mode . . .

.... first there is a momentary camera shutter-type

blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing, then a still image appears. The scene you are currently aimed at starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners. The screen changes as shown in the illustrations to 3 are recorded onto the tape in the selected mode. Only the still image built-in memory in the selected mode, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

3 is stored in the built-in memory in

1 to 5 to the left. The screens 1

1 to 5 are recorded

3 is stored in the

Z pg. 47).

1 to 5 to

Viewfinder

FINE 12

Pictrue mode display: FINE or STD (standard)

Remaining number of shots

22 21 1

(Blinking)

Pin-Up

A still image on a white background. A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel.

Full

A still image that occupies the entire image field is recorded.

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NOTES:

●

Six sample images have been stored in the built-in memory at the factory. If you wish to delete them, first remove the “Protect” function (Z pg. 57), then perform the “Delete” function (Z pg. 58).

●

When the remaining number indicator displays “0” (blinking), the still image will be recorded onto the tape but not in the built-in memory. If you wish to store a still image in the built-in memory, perform the “DELETE” function in the Menu Screen to remove still images you do not need (Z pg. 58).

●

The Picture Mode can be switched to either “FINE” or “STANDARD”. Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode, switching the Picture Mode will vary this number.

●

If the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to “D.S.C.”, the still image cannot be recorded onto the tape, but will be stored in the camcorder's built-in memory (Z pg. 46).

●

Image data stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory can be transferred to a Windows® PC or Macintosh and saved using the provided image transfer software (Z pg. 61). The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software.

●

When a Pin-Up is taken with the Wide mode (Z pg. 29) activated, the black bars at the top and bottom of the screen will disappear.

●

When a Snapshot is taken in a dark environment, the still image recorded onto the tape and stored in memory will become coarse and its true colors will be lost.

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1 second later, the mode is activated.

SEPIA

Viewfinder

Select Dial

After 1 sec.

EFFECT

WIDE TITLE

SUPER LOLUX

VIDEO RECORDING

Program AE With Special Effects

All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.

SELECT MODE

Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function

you want is aligned with the mark.

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name disappears, and only the indication remains. The mode is activated.

•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release mode is selected, only the mode’s name is displayed. Then the name disappears and the mode is activated.

NOTES:

●

Only one effect can be engaged at a time.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/ Wipe (Z pg. 28) is used in the Sepia mode.

●

Mark

The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.

●

In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture color may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.

Advanced Features

Dial Viewfinder

symbol indication

Mode

Dial Viewfinder

symbol indication

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Mode

LOCK AUTO LOCK

Auto Mode Lock

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting.

•In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.

RELEASE AUTO RELEASE

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock.

FG FG : FOG

Electronic Fog Filter

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look.

ND ND:ND EFFECT

ND Effect

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject.

SEPIA

Sepia

The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of an older movie. Use together with Wide (Z pg. 29) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie.

TWILIGHT

Twilight

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight mode is selected:

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode (Z pg. 37).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subjectto-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use manual focusing (Z pg. 35).

SPORTS

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.

NEGA POSI

Nega/Posi

Nega/Posi (Negative/Positive)

The colors of a picture are reversed.

NEGA POSI mode

1/2000 S 1/2000

1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

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[Ex. : Fader]

Fade-in

Function indication

EFFECT

MOSAIC

Viewfinder

After 2 sec.

FADER MOSAIC SHUTTER SLIDE

VIDEO RECORDING

Fade/Wipe

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter Record–Standby mode.

ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-

Fade-out

STANDBY MODE

Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown

at left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected and reserved.

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are displayed for approx. 2 seconds. Then the name disappears, and only the indication remains.

START OR END RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in/

out or wipe-in/out.

TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPESTANDBY MODE

Press EFFECT repeatedly until

•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the fade/wipe-standby mode is canceled.

Advanced Features (cont.)

“OFF” appears

OFF (No indication)

OFF

EFFECT

Recording Start/Stop Button

FADER

Fades in/out to a black screen.

MOSAIC (Fader)

Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic pattern.

SHUTTER (Wipe)

A black screen moves in from the top and bottom, closing over the image like a shutter, or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the center.

SLIDE (Wipe)

A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.

NOTES:

●

Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic Fader is selected.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/ Wipe is used with Sepia (Z pg. 27).

●

With the Electronic fog filter mode (Z pg. 27) engaged, when Fader (not Mosaic) is used, the image fades in/out to a white screen.

●

Even if you start shooting with the Fade/Wipe indication displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting, the Fade/ Wipe does not function.

Viewfinder

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Wide

This feature allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen” effect.

Viewfinder

S.LX

MAX

Wide mode

WIDE

SUPER LOLUX

After 2 sec.

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

Press WIDE.

•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.

Super LoLux(Gain Up)

Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting.

SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE

Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the

modes as shown at left. Once the desired mode appears, it is engaged.

•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then disappears.

MAX : To record a subject in a dark lit environ-

NORM : To record a subject in a dimly lit environ-

OFF : Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no

ment. When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse.

ment. When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark. This setting is suitable for measuring sensitivity conforming to EIA-639 (EIA* Standard for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement). *EIA : Electronic Industries Association

picture brightness adjustment.

NORM

OFF

NOTE (for Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Titles and Picture Stabilizer) :

When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings (Fade/Wipe-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Title : off, Picture Stabilizer: off). Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK, the above functions return to the settings you selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK. However, if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK, the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK.

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Title display

HAPPY BIRTHDAY No display

OUR VACATION

MERRY CHRISTMAS

VIDEO RECORDING

Viewfinder

Advanced Features (cont.)

Instant Titles

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left. Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also in French, Spanish and Portuguese. Change the setting in TITLE LANG. in the Menu screen. (Z pg. 31, 33).

SELECT PRESET TITLE

Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset

titles until the desired title is displayed.

A SPECIAL DAY

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

OUR NEW BABY

WEDDING DAY

CONGRATULATIONS

NOTE:

Even if you shoot with the Title displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting, this is not recorded.

TITLE

Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU END

FOCUS

EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

Menu Screen 1

REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE

ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH PORTUGUESE

EXIT

REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG. D. ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE

BACK

MENU END

Menu Screen 2

TITLE LANG.

Setting Menu

(ex. TITLE LANG.)

BACK

MENU END

Normal Screen

AUTO

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OFF OFF ON

ENGLISH

ON OFF 07 OFF

OFF OFF ON FRENCH ON OFF 07 OFF

MENU Jog Dial

EN 31

Using Menu 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.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

on the desired function.

•When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed.

•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”, then go to step 5.

MAKE SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the

selected function appears. The setting procedure depends on the function you select.

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, or “DATE/ TIME” . . .

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 34, 35,

EXPOSURE: Z pg. 36, DATE/TIME: Z pg. 13).

If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .

.... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number

blinks, then rotate it until the desired number appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

If you select any other functions . . .

.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight

bar to the desired setting.

•If you decide you want to return to the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

END SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

reappears.

NOTE:

The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE” are not available while in the Record mode.

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Menu Screen Explanations

FOCUS

EXPOSURE

DATE/TIME TELE MACRO

TAPE LENGTH M.W.B.

ZOOM SPEED

AUTO MANU AUTO MANU

Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 13).

OFF ON

Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (Z pg. 16).

AUTO

MWB

FAST SLOW

VIDEO RECORDING

Adjusts focus automatically. Allows you to adjust focus manually (Z pg. 34, 35). Adjusts exposure automatically. Allows you to adjust exposure manually (Z pg. 36).

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 (3.3 ft.) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm (2 ft.).

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system senses

: FINE : CLOUD : HALOGEN

the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise color adjustment is not possible under the following conditions:

•When an object is in various shades of the same color.

•When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors.

In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for white balance adjustment (Z pg. 37).

Allows you to set the zooming speed (

Advanced Features (cont.)

Z pg. 20).

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REC TIME

INT. TIME

TALLY LAMP

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

COLOR BAR

JLIP ID NO.

DEMO MODE

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse recording (Z pg. 39).

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer ( Lapse recording (Z pg. 39).

ON OFF

Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE) of Instant Titles (Z pg. 30)

OFF

OFF ON

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.

OFF ON

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. The tally lamp remains off at all times.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 22 times (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnification.

Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum 22x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 22x.

Does not display color bars. Normal screen is recorded. Makes the normal screen disappear, then displays color bars. By

recording color bars at the beginning or end of a tape, an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape.

NOTE:

While the color bars are displayed, the camcorder’s other functions are disabled.

Automatic demonstration will not take place. Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, Instant Titles

etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.

NOTES:

● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available.

● By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it, “DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.

● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.

Z pg. 38) and Time-

= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK

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VIDEO RECORDING

Focusing

Focus detection zone

Auto Focus

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible.*

•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 low-contrast warning “

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 (Z pg. 20). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. When Tele Macro (Z pg. 32) is activated, the camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

Advanced Features (cont.)

” appears.

Select Dial

MENU Jog Dial

EN 35

Manual Focus

NOTE:

You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (Z pg. 14). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on “FOCUS”.

Viewfinder

MENU END

FOCUS

EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

FOCUS

AUTO

MANU

EXIT

AUTO

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No indication during recording

Focus Menu Screen

No indication during recording

Manual Focus Screen

ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “MANU”, then press it. “ focus is locked at this point.

ADJUST FOCUS

To farther subject . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “ ” appears and blinks. Go to step 5.

To nearer subject . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears and blinks. Go to step 5.

END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

disppears and “ ” reappears to indicate the focus is locked.

NOTES:

●

To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.

●

To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 1.

●

Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.

●

When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

” and “ ” appear. The

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Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

AUTO

MANU

EXIT

EXPOSURE

AUTO

DEC OFF T30 AUTO FAST

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VIDEO RECORDING

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override and make the adjustment manually.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears.

MENU Jog Dial

Menu Screen

No indication during recording

Exposure Menu Screen

No indication during recording

Exposure control level counter

ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “EXPOSURE” and press it.

ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control level counter) appears.

ADJUST EXPOSURE

To brighten the image . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure control level counter increases (maximum +06). Go to step 5.

To darken the image . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure control level counter decreases (maximum –06). Go to step 5.

END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.

Advanced Features (cont.)

Manual Exposure Screen

To brighten the image

–

To darken the image

NOTES:

●

To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 3.

●

To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 1.

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH

M. W. B.

ZOOM SPEED

M. W. B.

AUTO : FINE : CLOUD : HALOGEN

MWB

EXIT

AUTO AUTO DEC OFF T30

AUTO

FAST

Select Dial

Menu Screen

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M.W.B. Menu Screen

MENU Jog Dial

NOTES:

●

To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, set the M.W.B. in the Menu Screen to “AUTO”, or turn the Select Dial to “AUTO LOCK”.

●

Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned off and on again, or when the Select Dial’s position has been changed.

●

When adjusted by putting colored paper in front of the subject in step 1 of “MWB”, this unit makes its color temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colors. For example, when adjusting with red, blue or yellow colors, the image becomes the color which approximates to green, orange or purple respectively.

●

It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a color monitor when adjusting the white balance (Z pg. 44).

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Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.)

The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu

Screen appears.

ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “M.W.B.”, then press it.

SELECT WHITE BALANCE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the required white balance.

“AUTO” ................... Automatic adjustment

“

: FINE” ............. Outdoors on sunny day

“

: CLOUD” ........ Outdoors on cloudy day

“

: HALOGEN” ... Light source is halogen or

“MWB” .................... When using a personal White

tungsten lamp

Balance Setting stored in memory (see below.)

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to

exit the Menu Screen.

MWB

MWB sets the color temperature for the subject’s light source so you can shoot with natural colors that are unaffected by surroundings, even when there are multiple subjects with different color temperatures.

PREPARE WHITE OBJECT

Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a

sheet of white paper.

SELECT MWB

Follow step 1 through 3 of the above, select “MWB”.

MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE

Press the MENU Jog Dial until “MWB” begins blinking. “MWB” blinks while the white balance is

being stored in memory, then the Menu Screen reappears when memorization is complete.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

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Recording Start/Stop Button

Select Dial

System Select Switch

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B.

ZOOM SPEED

BACK

REC TIME

INT. TIME

TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG. D. ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE

MENU END

INT. TIME

OFF

15 S

30 S 1 MIN 5 MIN

EXIT

INT. TIME Indicator

AUTO AUTO DEC

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FAST

OFF

OFF ON ENGLISH ON OFF 07 OFF

VIDEO RECORDING

Self-Timer

You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button and the actual start of recording. If you secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

MENU Jog Dial

Menu Screen

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

ACCESS INT. TIME MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

SET INTERVAL TIME

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

START DELAYED RECORDING

If you set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” . . .

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the selected time has elapsed, recording begins automatically.

If you set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.” . . .

Press the SNAPSHOT Button. When the selected time has elapsed, a still image is shot automatically.

OFF 1 4 S 1 2 S

1 S

5 S

EXIT

REC TIME MenuINT. TIME Menu

REC TIME

To Cancel Self-Timer . . .

If you set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” . . .

.... Before the recording begins, press the Recording

Start/Stop Button to display “ “INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.

If you set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.” . . .

.... Before shooting a still image, press the SNAPSHOT

Button, then set “INT.TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.

Advanced Features (cont.)

PAUSE

”, then set

15S

REC TIME Indicator

INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen

Animation

Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement. This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same object for a brief period of time.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps.

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Time-Lapse

You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except

AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.

SET RECORDING TIME

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the

highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears. Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen.

START RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after

focusing on the subject. The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES

Repeat step 3 for the desired number of

pictures.

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.

NOTES:

●

For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.

●

Fade- or Wipe-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.

●

Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.

●

Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except

AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the

highlight bar to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The INT. TIME Menu appears. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.

SET RECORDING TIME

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the

START TIME-LAPSE RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

Recording and intervals alternate automatically.

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

To release when “

“REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”. To release when “

PAUSE

press the Recording Start/Stop Button to display “

PAUSE

TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.

PAUSE

REC

” and “

”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT.

” is displayed, set

” are not displayed,

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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Basic Playback

Tape running indicator

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Forward Search

: Rewind/Reverse Search

6 : Still Playback

Tape counter

PLAY/PAUSE

REW

STOP

M–0:23:45

LOAD A CASSETTE

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked.

SELECT MODE

Set the System Select Swtich to “VIDEO”, then set

the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power indicator lights.

PLAY BACK

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP.

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode.

NOTE:

The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.

System Select Switch

VIDEO PLAYBACK

MENU Jog Dial

Features

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Tracking

This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is Auto Tracking. Manual Tracking is also available.

ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING

Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode.

Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear.

•To return to Auto Tracking, press the MENU Jog Dial. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears.

NOTES:

●

When noise bars appear during playback, the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is displayed.

●

Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.

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REW

STOP

Set to “VIDEO”

COUNTER R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

VIDEO PLAYBACK

FEATURE: Still Playback PURPOSE: To pause during playback. OPERATION: 1)Press PLAY/PAUSE during

NOTE:

FEATURE: Shuttle Search PURPOSE: To allow high-speed search in either

OPERATION:

NOTE:

FEATURE: Counter Memory Function PURPOSE: To make it easier to locate a specific

OPERATION: 1)Press COUNTER R/M and hold for

NOTES: ●

playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE again.

Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback. This is normal.

direction.

Forward Search

1) Press FF during playback.

Reverse Search

1) Press REW during playback.

Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search. This is normal.

tape segment.

more than 1 second. The counter resets to “0:00:00”.

2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second. “M” appears.

3) After recording or playback, press STOP, then REW. The tape

automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.

4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback.

The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and Rewind modes.

●

To disable Counter Memory Function, press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second so the “M” disappears.

Features (cont.)

VIDEO PLAYBACK

VCR

Compartment door

Sliding latch

Compact video cassette

Using The Cassette Adapter

Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)

Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading.

INSERT BATTERY

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install

one “AA(R6)” size battery as shown in the illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

door, then insert the cassette and close the compartment door.

PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

tape back as you would any other.

REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do not attempt to force the adapter open. Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.

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Recording safety hole

Reels

NOTES:

●

During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection.

●

During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen.

●

To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with adhesive tape.

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When connecting the cables, open the jack cover.

Audio and Video cables (optional)

VCR

To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors

To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors

BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR

There are three basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals.

Connection To A VCR

(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)

NOTE:

Use the optional Audio and Video cables.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR.

SUPPLY POWER

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

SELECT MODE

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV

to its VIDEO mode.

Antenna

RF unit

RF-V5U

(optional)

To AUDIO, VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

●

To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

●

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.

Connection To A TV With A/V Input

Connectors

(Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional Audio and Video cables.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV.

SELECT MODE

Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in

its instructions).

Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input Connectors (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit.

*Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection

procedure.

TAPE DUBBING

PLAY/PAUSE

Power Switch

Tape Dubbing

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

Following the illustration at left, connect the

camcorder and the VCR.

PREPARE FOR DUBBING

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”. Turn

on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

SELECT VCR MODE

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot

just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press PAUSE on the camcorder.

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When connecting the cables, open the jack cover.

Audio and Video cables (optional)

To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors

To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors

VCR

(Recording deck)

START EDITING

Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s

Record mode.

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

PAUSE on the camcorder.

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

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Set to “D.S.C.”

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING

MODE

SNAPSHOT

Basic Shooting

When shooting a still image, it is not recorded onto the tape, but it is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory in the selected Picture Mode. A stored still image data can be transferred to a PC, saved, and processed using a Paint Software program (Z pg. 61). A still image processed on the PC can be also inserted onto a tape (Z pg. 69).

SELECT MODE

Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open

the lens cover, then set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.

•The power indicator lights and an image appears.

Viewfinder

Pictrue mode display

FINE 12

P (Pin-Up)

No display (Full)

Pin-Up

A still image on a white background. A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel.

Full

A still image that occupies the entire image field is stored.

Remaining number of shots

22 21 1

(Blinking)

SELECT PICTURE MODE

Set “PICTURE” to “FINE” or “STANDARD” in the

Menu Screen (Z pg. 47) as required.

To select in the Full Auto mode . . .

.... turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK. Go to step 4.

To shoot using various functions . . .

.... turn the Select Dial to any position except

AUTO LOCK. Go to step 3.

•There are two modes: FINE allows you to shoot up to approx. 22 still images with higher resolution, and STANDARD allows you to shoot up to approx. 44 still images with lower resolution.

SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE

Press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to

the other until the desired setting appears as shown in the illustration to the left.

SHOOT

Press the SNAPSHOT Button.

•A still image is stored in the built-in memory and displayed for approx. 2 seconds. While the still image remains displayed, that image is in the process of being stored in memory, and it is therefore impossible to take another shot during that time. When the still image disappears and the scene you are currently aimed at appears on the screen, you may take another shot.

•The remaining number of shots available is displayed.

NOTES:

●

The remaining number of shots varies according to the selected Picture Mode. In the “STANDARD” mode, twice as many still images can be shot as in the “FINE” mode.

●

Six sample images have been stored in the built-in memory at the factory. If you wish to delete them, first remove the “Protect” function ( function (

pg. 57), then perform the “Delete”

pg. 58)

Set to “D.S.C.”

Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO

PICTURE

M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED

PICTURE

FINE

STANDARD

EXIT

AUTO AUTO DEC OFF

FINE

AUTO FAST

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MENU Jog Dial

Menu Screen

Picture Mode Setting Menu

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FEATURE: Picture Mode Setting PURPOSE: There are two image settings you can

choose from when storing in the camcorder’s memory: FINE and STANDARD. You can select either according to your needs.

OPERATION: 1)ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK. Press the MENU Jog Dial.

2) SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “PICTURE”, then press it. The Picture Mode Setting Menu appears.

3) SET PICTURE MODE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting (FINE or STANDARD).

n Factory-preset is “FINE”. n If you want the Picture Mode to

return to the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

4) CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen. “STD” is displayed with STANDARD selected, and “FINE” is displayed with FINE selected.

NOTES:

●

To store the still images you shot, we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them

on disk (Z pg. 61).

●

When the remaining number indicator displays “0” (blinking), it is not possible to continue storing

pictures until you delete some shots to make room for new ones. Perform “DELETE” function in the

Menu Screen to remove pictures you do not need (Zpg. 58).

●

The Picture Mode can be switched to either “FINE”or “STANDARD”. Since the remaining number of

shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode, switching the Picture Mode will vary this

number.

●

The LENS COVER warning blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the

cover is closed.

●

When the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to “VIDEO”, the picture is

stored not only in the camcorder's built-in memory but also onto the tape (if a tape is in the camcorder)

(Z pg. 24).

●

When you shoot in a dark environment, the still image will become coarse and its true colors will be

lost.

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During Digital Still Camera shooting, various functions used for movie shooting are also available. After setting the following functions, press the SNAPSHOT Button to shoot. A still image which takes advantage of these movie functions is stored in memory.

D.S.C. SHOOTING

Advanced Features

Mode Function

Zoom

Picture Stabilizer

Video Light Auto Mode Lock

Auto Mode Release

Electronic Fog Filter

ND Effect

Sepia

Allows you to use the optical zoom or the Digital Zoom. Zooming is possible from 22 times (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnification. Select optical zoom or Digital Zoom in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 50).

When recording while holding the camorder in your hand, or when shooting a subject with little or no contrast, subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in the recorded image (Z pg. 21).

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim (Z pg. 23).

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting.

•In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial (Z pg. 26, 27).

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock (Z pg. 26, 27).

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look (Z pg. 26, 27).

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject (Z pg. 26, 27).

Allows you to shoot a still image in monochrome, giving the effect of an older picture (Z pg. 26, 27).

Mode Function

Twilight

Sports Nega/Posi

(Negative/ Positive)

1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

Wide

Super LoLux (Gain Up)

Self-Timer

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight mode is selected (Z pg. 26, 27):

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode.

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use manual focusing (Z pg. 35).

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action (Z pg. 26, 27).

The colors of a picture are reversed (Z pg. 26, 27).

Captures faster action than Sports mode (Z pg. 26, 27).

Black bars are recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinemalike “wide-screen” effect (Z pg. 29).

Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting (Z pg. 29).

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.

•Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 38, then press the SNAPSHOT Button as step 5 in place of the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the selected time has elapsed, a still image is shot automatically (

EN 49

Z pg. 38).

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Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO PICTURE

M. W. B.

ZOOM SPEED

Menu Screen 1

AUTO AUTO DEC OFF FINE

AUTO

FAST

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D.S.C. SHOOTING

Using Menu 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.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears.

MENU Jog Dial

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

on the desired function.

•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”, then go to step 5.

Advanced Features (cont.)

REC TIME

INT. TIME

TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG. D. ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE

OFF

15 S

30 S 1 MIN 5 MIN

EXIT

REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG. D. ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE

BACK

MENU END

Menu Screen 2

INT. TIME

Setting Menu

(ex. INT. TIME)

BACK

MENU END

Normal Screen

OFF

ON ENGLISH ON OFF 06



OFF

OFF 15 S ON ENGLISH ON OFF 06



OFF

MAKE SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the

selected function appears. The setting procedure depends on the function you select. It is not possible to change “REC TIME” and “TITLE LANG.” settings.

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE” or “DATE/ TIME” . . .

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 34, 35,

EXPOSURE: Z pg. 36, DATE/TIME: Z pg. 13).

If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .

.... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number

blinks, then rotate it until the desired number appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

If you select any other functions . . .

.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight

bar to the desired setting.

•If you decide you want to return to the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

END SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

reappears.

NOTE:

The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE” are not available while in the Record mode.

Menu Screen Explanations

FOCUS

EXPOSURE

DATE/TIME TELE MACRO

PICTURE

M.W.B.

ZOOM SPEED

AUTO MANU AUTO MANU

Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 13).

OFF ON

FINE

STANDARD (STD)

AUTO

: FINE : CLOUD : HALOGEN

MWB

FAST SLOW

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Adjusts focus automatically. Allows you to adjust focus manually (Z pg. 34, 35). Adjusts exposure automatically. Allows you to adjust exposure manually (Z pg. 36).

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus. Allows you to shoot up to approx. 22 still images in JPEG (Joint

Photographic Expert Group) format. Since the quality of image is better than “STANDARD”, “FINE” is more suitable for postproduction on a PC.

Allows you to shoot up to approx. 44 still images in JPEG (Joint Photographic Expert Group) format. Since in this mode, twice as many still images can be shot as in the “FINE” mode, select this mode when you wish to shoot many still images.

This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system senses the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise color adjustment is not possible under the following conditions:

•When an object is in various shades of the same color.

• When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors.

In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for white balance adjustment (Z pg. 37).

Allows you to set the zooming speed (

Z pg. 20).

= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK

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D.S.C. SHOOTING

Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

Advanced Features (cont.)

REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

COLOR BAR

JLIP ID NO.

DEMO MODE

Setting is impossible. This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (Z pg. 38).

ON OFF

Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE) of Instant Titles (Z pg. 30) .

OFF

OFF ON

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.

OFF ON

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. The tally lamp remains off at all times.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 22 times (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnification.

Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum 22x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 22x.

Does not display color bars. Normal screen is recorded. Makes the normal screen disappear, then displays color bars.

By recording color bars at the beginning or end of a tape, an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape.

NOTE:

While the color bars are displayed, the camcorder’s other functions are disabled.

Automatic demonstration will not take place. Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, Instant

Titles etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.

NOTES:

● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available.

● By turning off the camcorder, “DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.

● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.

= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Page Button

System Select Switch

To move the page next

Viewfinder

Basic Playback

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Still images shot using this camcoder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the built-in memory. You can view the still images stored in memory, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album.

SELECT MODE

Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set

the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

•The still image stored in memory is displayed.

•When no still image is stored in memory, the screen becomes blue.

PLAY BACK

Press “W” or “T” located on the Page Button to

select the still image you want to view.

•Each time “W” is pressed, the page goes back, while each time “T” is pressed, the page goes next.

•Even if you shoot a new picture after playing back a still image with a low number, this will not overwrite the existing picture because new pictures are automatically stored after the still image most recently stored in memory.

NOTES:

●

The playback picture can also be viewed on a connected TV (Z pg. 44). Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section.

●

When viewing a playback picture on a connected TV, it may jitter slightly.

To move the page back

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Advanced Features

Using Menu 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.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

appears.

Select Dial

Viewfinder

INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2

PROTECT

DELETE

 4

MENU END

Menu Screen

PROTECT

EXIT

Setting Menu

(ex. PROTECT)

INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE

MENU Jog Dial

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

on the desired function.

•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”, then go to step 5.

MAKE SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the

selected function appears. The setting procedure depends on the function you select.

If you select “INDEX” . . .

.... Z pg. 56.

•Select the desired still image in the INDEX Menu Screen, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The selected still image appears on the whole screen, then the screen enters normal playback. It is not necessary to perform steps 4 and 5.

If you select “SLIDE SHOW 1”, “SLIDE SHOW 2”, “PROTECT” or “DELETE”. . .

.... see respective pages.

END SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

reappears.



MENU END

Normal Screen

Mode Effect

INDEX

SLIDE SHOW 1

SLIDE SHOW 2

PROTECT

DELETE

All still images stored in memory can be displayed six at a time. This mode is a convenient way to look for the still image you want to view and to check the still images you shot beforehand (Z pg. 56).

Allows you to run through all the still images stored in memory automatically in numerical order. Each still image is displayed. This mode is like a regular slideshow (Z pg. 60).

The still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top (Z pg. 60).

Lets you protect selected still images from accidental erasure. Select a still image for which you want to perform “Protect” to put a padlock mark next to it. A still image with a padlock mark cannot be deleted. When selecting a still image to protect, you can check six still images stored in memory at a time (Z pg. 57).

Allows you to delete some still images already stored in memory (Z pg. 58).

CAUTION:

While “ENTER” is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking, switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit (battery pack or AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the camcorder’s built-in memory to become corrupt. Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.

SELECT Allows you to check 6 still images stored in memory at a time, to

select the still images you want to delete.

ALL Allows you to delete all the still images at once except protected

images.

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Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”.

Viewfinder

INDEX

SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE

 4

MENU END

Menu Screen

EXIT

INDEX

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Advanced Features (cont.)

Index

You can view all still images stored in memory six at a time. Use this mode when looking for a still image you want to view and when checking the still images you shot beforehand.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

MENU Jog Dial

ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “INDEX”, then press it.

VIEW INDEX IMAGES

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the

desired still image, then press it. The one you selected is displayed on the whole screen, then the screen enters normal playback.

•On the Index Menu Screen, 6 still images are displayed at a time. When viewing the still images that follow the 6th one, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from Index No. 1 to No. 6, and then rotate it further downward. The frame is placed on the 7th still image automatically. Images after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same way.

•If the desired still image cannot be found, place the highlight bar on “EXIT”, then press the MENU Jog Dial twice to exit the Menu Screen.

Index Menu Screen

Playback screen

NOTES:

●

When moving the frame from the 7th still image back to the 6th, rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on “EXIT”, then rotate it further upward. The frame is moved to the 6th still image. Perform the same procedure for the 13th image.

●

On the Index Menu Screen, a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode.

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Protect

This mode helps prevent accidental erasure of images. Put a padlock mark next to the desired still image, and that still image cannot be deleted.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

Switch to “D.S.C.”.

Viewfinder

INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2

PROTECT

DELETE

 4

MENU END

Menu Screen

PROTECT

EXIT

Protect Menu Screen

PROTECT

EXIT

MENU Jog DialSet the System Select

ACCESS PROTECT MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “PROTECT”, then press it.

•If you do not want to perform “Protect” for any still image, go to step 4.

SET PROTECT

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the

desired still image, then press it. The padlock mark appears above the selected image.

•On the Protect Menu Screen, all still images are displayed six at a time. To perform “Protect” for the still images that come after the 6th one, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from Index No. 1 to No. 6, then rotate it further downward.

The frame is placed automatically on the 7th still image. Images after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same way.

•To complete “Protect”, go to step 4.

CLOSE MENU

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the

highlight bar on “EXIT”, then press it twice.

To remove “Protect”. . .

Perform steps 1 and 2, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image with the padlock mark, then press it. The padlock mark located above the still image disappears and the image is no longer protected. When finished removing protection, perform step 4.

A padlock mark appears.

NOTES:

●

To move the frame from Index No. 7 to 6, place the highlight bar on “EXIT” by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial further upward. The frame is moved to the 6th still image automatically. Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one.

●

On the Protect Menu Screen, a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Delete

When the memory in which still images are stored becomes full, the number of remaining shots available reaches “0” (blinking). In this situation it becomes impossible to take your next shot. Delete some still images already stored in memory to make room for new shots.

Advanced Features (cont.)

Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”.

Viewfinder

INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT

DELETE

 4

MENU END

Menu Screen

DELETE

SELECT

ALL

EXIT

Delete Menu Screen

In case of “SELECT”

DELETE

Delete Select Menu Screen

CANCEL

ENTER

DELETE

MENU Jog Dial

In case of “ALL”

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

ACCESS DELETE MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “DELETE”, then press it.

SELECT DELETE MODE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “SELECT” or “ALL”, then press it.

To select a still image by checking the still images stored in memory . . .

.... select “SELECT”, then go to step 4.

To delete all the still images stored in memory at once without checking them . . .

.... select “ALL”, then go to step 5.

To quit the Delete Mode . . .

.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight

bar on “EXIT”, then press it twice.

SELECT ON DELETE SELECT MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the

desired still image, then press it. “ ” appears above the selected still image. When you have finished selecting all the desired still images, rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on “NEXT”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

•On the Delete Select Menu Screen, the still images are displayed six at a time. To delete the still images that follow the 6th one, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from No. 1 to No. 6, then rotate it further downward. The frame is moved to the 7th still image automatically. Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 7th one.

Delete Execute Menu Screen

Menu Screen

In case of “SELECT”

If you check the remaining still images on Index Menu Screen after deleting...

EXIT

DELETE

INDEX

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ACCESS DELETE EXECUTE MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “CANCEL” or “ENTER”, then press it.

•“CANCEL” does not delete the selected still images and the screen returns to the Menu Screen.

•“ENTER” deletes the selected still images. While “ENTER” blinks, they are in the process of being deleted from memory. After deleting is finished, the screen returns to the Menu Screen.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu

Screen.

CAUTION:

Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.

NOTES:

●

Before deleting some still images stored in memory, perform “Protect” for the necessary ones (Z pg. 57) or save them on a PC so that you do not lose them accidentally (Z pg. 61).

●

Even if “ALL” is selected on the Delete Menu Screen, it is not possible to delete a still image with a padlock mark. “ALL” only deletes all still images that are not protected. After images are deleted from memory, the remaining images are automatically moved up to fill in any gaps in the numerical sequence. The Index No. for images protected (with the padlock mark) may therefore change.

●

When selecting the desired still image in step 4, to move the frame from No. 7 to 6, place the highlight bar on “EXIT” by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward. Rotate it further upward to move the frame to No. 6. Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one.

●

On the Delete Select Menu Screen, a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Slide Show

You can run through all the still images stored in memory automatically. This is like a regular slide-show. There are 2 types available. Select either according to your needs.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

Advanced Features (cont.)

Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”.

Viewfinder

INDEX

SLIDE SHOW 1

SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE

 4

MENU END

Ex. SLIDE SHOW 1

Ex. SLIDE SHOW 2

MENU Jog Dial

Menu Screen

ACCESS SLIDE SHOW

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “SLIDE SHOW 1” or “SLIDE SHOW 2”, then press it.

If you select “SLIDE SHOW 1” . . .

.... all still images stored in memory are displayed

in numerical order.

If you select “SLIDE SHOW 2”. . .

.... the still image wipes in to push up the previous

one from the bottom of the screen to the top.

•To end “SLIDE SHOW”, press the MENU Jog Dial. The still image which follows the still image displayed at the moment the MENU Jog Dial is pressed appears, then the screen returns to the Menu Screen.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Set to “D.S.C.”

For Macintosh®: To Modem Port or Printer Port

Viewfinder

PC MODE

To DIGITAL jack (8-pin)

PC connection cables (provided)

For Windows To COM Port (RS-232C)

Connection

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Connection to a Windows® PC/Macintosh

Image data stored in the camcorder's built-in memory can be transferred to a Windows® PC or Macintosh® and saved using the provided image transfer software. The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software, and the still image processed on the PC can be inserted onto a tape (Z pg. 69).

CONNECT TO PERSONAL COMPUTER

Connect the camcorder’s DIGITAL jack to the COM

Port (RS-232C) on a Windows PC or to the Modem Port/Printer Port (8-pin) on a Macintosh, using the provided PC connection cable.

SELECT MODE

Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set

the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

•A still image stored in memory appears.

•When transferring still images to a computer, be sure that a still image is displayed on the screen.

RUN IMAGE TRANSFER SOFTWARE

Launch the provided software on your Windows

PC or Macintosh®. Transfer the still images stored in the camcorder’s memory to the Windows® PC or Macintosh®. Refer to the software’s instruction manual on the provided CD-ROM for details.

•During transfer of the still image, the camcorder ’s screen becomes blue and “ played. After transferring is finished, the screen displays the same still image as in step 2.

PC MODE

” is dis-

END TRANSFERRING

Close the software, then switch off the camcorder.

NOTES:

●

Before transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder’s built-in memory, perform the camcorder’s Picture Mode Setting ( computer in the selected Picture Mode.

●

When transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder, make sure the number of images to be transferred is smaller than the camcorder's remaining number of shots available.

●

Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

●

The still images stored in the camcorder’s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to the PC. If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder's memory, delete them (

●

Windows® are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.

●

Macintosh® are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.

pg. 47). The still images will be transferred from the personal

pg. 58, 59).

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The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible.

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RM-V705U

(provided)

BUTTONS

1 Infrared beam

transmitting window

2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (Z pg. 20) — 3 PLAY Button — Playback start (Z pg. 40) 4 STOP Button — Stop (Z pg. 40) 5 REW Button Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (Z pg. 21) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 40, 42) 6 INSERT Button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 68, 69) 7 START/STOP Button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder. 8 INT. TIME Button Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (Z pg. 63) — 9 REC TIME Button Animation/Time-Lapse (Z pg. 63) — 0 PAUSE Button — Pause (Z pg. 42) ! FF Button Retake (forward) (Z pg. 21) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 40, 42) @ A.DUB Button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 70) # PAUSE IN Connector — Z pg. 65 $ MBR SET Button — Z pg. 64 % VISS Button Index Code marking (Z pg. 63) — ^ VCR CTL Button — Z pg. 64 & R.A.EDIT Buttons — Z pg. 66

# — & : RM-V700U only.

Lock hole

8 9

! 5

0 3

With the camcorder’s power switch With the camcorder’s power switch set to “CAMERA”. set to “PLAY”.

Transmits the beam signal.

Release

tab

RM-V700U

(optional)

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

TypeA: Pull out by inserting a pointed

TypeB: Pull out while sliding the lock

TypeC: Pinch the release tab and pull

^ @ 4 6

INSERT BATTERY

Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert

the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the battery holder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

Insert the battery holder into the remote

control unit, and push the holder until it clicks into place.

* Read the caution concerning lithium

FUNCTIONS

instrument into slot a.

hole.

out.

batteries (

Z pg. 2).

Transmitted beam effective area

15°

30°

15°

30°

Remote sensor

When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The above 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.

Interval Timer Indicator

Viewfinder

1 2S

INDEX1MIN

Index Code Marking

Rec Time Indicator

START/STOP

VISS

INT. TIME

REC TIME

RM-V700U

(optional)

RM-V705U

(provided)

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FEATURE: Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse PURPOSE: The remote control lets you set/release

OPERATION:

NOTE:

FEATURE: Index Code Marking (RM-V700U only) PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any

OPERATION: 1) Press VISS once to place the index

NOTE:

Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as well as the Menu Screen.

Self-Timer

1) Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 4 on pg. 38 (“Self-Timer”), press INT. TIME on the remote control. Each

time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer indicator appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No indication (off).

2) Release

Instead of setting “INT. TIME” to “OFF” in the Menu, press INT. TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears.

Animation

1) Set

Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 39 (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote control. Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator appears, changing in the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and No indication (off).

2) Release

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 39, press REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time indicator disappears.

Time-Lapse

1) Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 39 (“Time-Lapse”), press INT. TIME and REC TIME on the

remote control. Each time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer indicator appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No indication (off). Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator appears, changing in the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and No indication (off).

2) Release

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 39, press INT. TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear.

Also refer to pgs. 38 and 39.

selected point on a recording.

code. “INDEX” blinks during marking.

If VISS is pressed during RecordStandby mode, the mark is placed where START/STOP is pressed.

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2 3

5 6

VCR CODE LIST

VCR BRAND NAME

GE 1 1

HITACHI 6 6

JVC 9 1

A B C

MAGNAVOX 9 5

MITSUBISHI 6 7

NEC 3 7

PHILIPS 1 9

BUTTONS (A) (B)

9 2 9 ` 9 4

6 3

9 6 9 3

1 1 7 1 7 6

6 8

3 8

9 5 1 1 9 4 9 1 9 6 1 2

MBR SET VCR CTL

RM-V700U (optional)

VCR BRAND NAME

PHILIPS

PANASONIC

RCA 9 2

SANYO 3 6

SHARP 1 5

SONY

TOSHIBA 6 9

ZENITH 1 6

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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 optional RM-V700U MBR (MultiBrand Remote, Z pg. 62) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is installed in the remote control RM-V700U (Z pg. 62).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

BUTTONS (A) (B)

3 3 7 2

1 3 1 7 1 1 9 4 1 8 

9 4 6 6 6 3 9 `

3 5

1 `

6 5 6 ` 3 9 3 1 

6 1

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).

•The code is automatically set once you release the

MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.

OPERATE VCR

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while

holding VCR CTL, 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 don’t need to press VCR CTL for this one).

You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

IMPORTANT

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.

NOTES:

●

If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

●

Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

●

If the RM-V700U is not able to control the VCR, use the controls on the VCR.

(cont.)

Open the cover

To J terminal (JLIP)

Editing cable (optional, ø3.5 mini-plug cable)

To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors

Audio and Video cables (optional)

MAKE CONNECTIONS

CONNECT TO . . .

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal.

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector.

VCR OTHER THAN TYPE A OR

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s Pause-In jack.

PREPARE CAMCORDER

Insert a recorded tape. Set the System Select Switch

to “VIDEO”, and set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

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To Pause-In

To Remote PAUSE

RM-V700U (optional)

(Recording deck)

To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors

VCR

PREPARE VCR

Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and

engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).

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PLAY

IN/OUT

IN OUT

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COUNTER 0:00:25 TOTAL 0:00:00

FFPLAY/PAUSE

REW

1 0:00:25 -- :--: --

STOP

RM-V700U (optional)

FF PAUSE

ON/OFF CANCEL

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

SELECT SCENES

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press ON/OFF and the

counter display appears in the viewfinder, and the screen of the connected TV.

Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene

you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point. The data appears under “IN” on the display.

Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and

press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under “OUT” on the display. The total time of the registered scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene

(as many as 8).

MAKE CORRECTIONS

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

most recently registered point.

NOTES:

●

There must be at least one second between an in-point and its corresponding out-point.

●

To ensure correct operation, there should be at least 15 seconds between an out-point and the next in-point.

●

Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or out-points.

●

If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point, the VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn’t take place.

●

Pressing ON/OFF clears all in- and out-points from memory.

●

Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

IN OUT

1 0:00:25 0:01:05 2 0:03:18 0:03:31 3 0:02:33 0:02:53 4 0:04:11 --:--: - 5 6 7 8 COUNTER 0:04:11 TOTAL 0:01:13

Original tape (camcorder)

1 3 2

IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE MODE

Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared

sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

EN 67

Edited tape (VCR)

VCR REC STBY

RM-V700U (optional)

ON/OFF

STOP

MENU Jog Dial

BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING

Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder, and the

previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order. While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene which is beging copied is shown with a blinking highlight.

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode. Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit counter display disappear, press ON/OFF.

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio/video cable.

NOTES:

●

If you performed step 1C on page 65 (“MAKE CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing.

●

The on-screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene.

●

There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited tape with certain VCRs.

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COUNTER R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

REW

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Insert Editing (VIDEO)

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 out-points. The original audio remains unchanged.

NOTE:

Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure.

(cont.)

Viewfinder

M–0:12:34

STOP

Power Switch

Insert editing indicator

Tape Counter

System Select Switch

SELECT MODE

Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set

the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

Play back the tape, locate the Edit-out point and

press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

RESET COUNTER

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than

1 second to reset the tape counter, then press again for less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the recorded tape, and press PAUSE exactly at the point where the new scene should start.

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing

INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert

mode is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen, go to the next step.

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches

“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

RM-V700U

(optional)

START/STOP

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

REW

INSERT

RM-V705U

(provided)

END INSERT EDITING

Press STOP.

NOTES:

●

After step 5, Retake (Z pg. 21) can be performed.

●

The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point, and noise bars may appear. Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

●

Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode.

COUNTER R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

REW

STOP

Page Button

EN 69

Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape)

You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder's built-in memory into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. Perform steps 1 through 5 in Insert Editing (VIDEO) (Z pg. 68) before the following procedure.

NOTE:

Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure.

SELECT STILL IMAGE

First set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. Press

the Page Button to select the still image you wish to insert.

Viewfinder

M–0:12:34

RM-V700U

(optional)

Power Switch

Insert editing indicator

Tape Counter

System Select Switch

START/STOP

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

REW

INSERT

RM-V705U

(provided)

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches

“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

To insert still images in sequential order onto the tape . . .

.... press the Page Button to move the page forward.

To insert still images at random onto the tape . . .

.... first record the still image you selected in step 1

onto the tape, then press START/STOP to engage the Insert-Pause mode. To select another still image, press the Page Button again, then press START/STOP. Insert-Editing begins.

END INSERT EDITING

Press STOP.

NOTES:

●

The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point, and noise bars may appear. Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

●

Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode.

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To external microphone input jack (capped)

Viewfinder

M–0:05:20

Audio dubbing indicator

Set to “VIDEO”

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Microphone

(cont.)

Audio Dubbing

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape (normal audio only).

Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing (VIDEO) procedure (Z pg. 68) before continuing.

•The sound comes from the built-in microphone (or an external microphone if connected).

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start.

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB-STANDBY MODE

Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing

A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.

BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING

Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,

Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.

END AUDIO DUBBING

Press STOP.

RM-V700U

(optional)

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

REW

A. DUB

RM-V705U

(provided)

NOTES:

●

Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate.

●

If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

NOTES (for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing):

●

Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording.

●

To edit/dub onto a tape, make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

●

Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.

●

During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when InsertPause or Audio Dub-Standby is engaged, the counter may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however, stops at exactly 0:00:00.

USER MAINTENANCE

LENS COVER Open/Close Switch

Set to “POWER OFF”.

BATT. RELEASE

After Use

Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off

the camcorder.

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove

the cassette.

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

PUSH.

Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.

Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close switch to close

the lens cover.

EN 71

PUSH

EJECT

Remove.

Marks

Cleaning The Camcorder

CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with

lens cleaning paper.

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull

it out.

2 Remove dust using a blower brush. 3 Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn

it clockwise.

NOTES:

●

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

●

Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

●

Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

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INDEX

1 7 8

30MIN

3 4 65

S.LX T30

REC SP FINE 12

444

TWILIGHT

NORM

LENS COVER

PAUSE

MWB

P 5MIN 1 4S

TAPE END

MERRY CHRISTMAS

DEC 25.98 AM 11:45:18

(

)

Viewfinder Indications

1 Cassette Warning/

Tape Remaining Time ................

When no cassette is inserted: the cassette

) warning blinks.

( When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording: the cassette (

) warning lights. Otherwise, the tape

remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warning blinks when the tape is about to reach its end. When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and a tape is loaded: the cassette ( is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab’s position.

2 Recording Mode (SP/EP)

Indicator....................................

3, 0 Program AE Indicator ............ Z pg. 26

Displayed at the Select Dial is switched from one position to another. Then only the indicator remains at

3 for approx. 1 second when

3, ! Fade/Wipe-Standby

Indicator....................................

Displayed at when the Fade/Wipe is switched from one function to another by pressing the EFFECT button. Then only the indicator remains at

3 for approx. 2 seconds

4 Multi-Function Control

Indication ............................

Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi-Function Control is pressed. The indication disappears within approx. 2 seconds.

5 Picture Mode Display .......... Z pg. 25, 46

Remaining Number Of

Shots Indicator ...................

6 Super LoLux Indicator ............... Z pg. 29

7 Tape Length Indicator ................ Z pg. 16

8 Zoom Indicator Bar ................... Z pg. 20

9 Recording Indicator ................... Z pg. 18

@ Picture Stabilizer Indicator ........ Z pg. 21

# Interval Timer/Recording Time

Indicator....................................

Z pg. 19

) mark

Z pg. 16

Z pg. 28

Z pg. 28, 29

Z pg. 25, 46

Z pg. 38

EN 73

$ •Record–Standby Mode

Indicator .................................

•Lens Cover Warning:

LENS COVER ..........................

•Data Transfer Display:

PC MODE

. ................................ Z pg. 61

Z pg. 18

Z pg. 19

% Instant Title Display ................... Z pg. 30

^ Date/Time Display..................... Z pg. 22

& Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

Changes as follows according to the battery pack’s remaining power level: “ almost gone, the indicator “ (battery power warning), then the unit shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened squares — mean that the battery pack is fully charged.

”. When the power is

” blinks

— does not necessarily

* Focus Indicator .......................... Z pg. 35

( Exposure Control Level

Counter .....................................

Z pg. 36

) White Balance Mode

Indicator ....................................

Z pg. 37

q Snapshot Mode Display ....... Z pg. 25, 46

w Clock Battery Warning

Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the power is turned on. This display also blinks when the clock (lithium) battery is either not installed or has discharged. Install or replace the old battery with a new one (

Z pg. 12).

e •Tape End Display:

TAPE END ...............................

Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback, recording or fast-forward.

•Condensation Warning: When this indication appears, all func-

tions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing the power source) for a few hours, and when you turn it on again the indication should disappear.

Z pg. 19

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INDEX

(cont.)

FINE

STD

E R

t y u

* ( )

i o

qPw Q

# %$@

Controls

1 Power Zoom Button ........................... Z pg. 20

Page Button........................................

2 Select Dial ......................................... Z pg. 26

3 Multi-Function Control

•EFFECT Button .................................

•WIDE Button ...................................

•TITLE Button ....................................

•SUPER LOLUX Button .....................

4 PUSH Button...................................... Z pg. 17

5 Recording Mode [SP/EP] Button ......... Z pg. 16

6 DATE/TIME Button ............................. Z pg. 22

COUNTER R/M Button ....................... Z pg. 42

7 P. [Picture] STABILIZER Button ........... Z pg. 21

8 REW Button ....................................... Z pg. 40

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ......

9 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... Z pg. 40

0 FF Button ........................................... Z pg. 40

RETAKE F Button ................................

! STOP Button ...................................... Z pg. 40

@ EJECT Switch ...................................... Z pg. 17

# Function Navigator Dial

[MENU Jog Dial] ................................ Z pg. 13

$ LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch ........... Z pg. 23

% BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... Z pg. 10

^ Dioptre Adjustment ............................ Z pg. 14

& System Select

[VIDEO/D.S.C.] Switch .... Z pg. 18, 40, 46, 53

* MODE Button .............................. Z pg. 24, 46

( SNAPSHOT Button ...................... Z pg. 24, 46

) LENS COVER Switch .......................... Z pg. 18

q Recording Start/Stop Button................ Z pg. 18

w Power Switch ................... Z pg. 18, 40, 46, 53

Z pg. 53

Z pg. 28 Z pg. 29 Z pg. 30 Z pg. 29

Z pg. 21

EN 75

Connectors

e DC IN Jack ......................................... Z pg. 11

The jacks r to o are located beneath the jack cover.

r External Microphone Input Jack ......... Z pg. 70

t J terminal

[ JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Connector]

•Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing (

•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer. For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer.

•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal.

Z pg. 64 – 67).

y Digital Jack ........................................ Z pg. 61

u AUDIO OUT Connector .................... Z pg. 44

i VIDEO OUT Connector ..................... Z pg. 44

o RF DC OUT Connector ...................... Z pg. 44

Indicators

p Tally Lamp ......................................... Z pg. 18

Q Power Indicator .................................. Z pg. 18

Other Parts

W Video Light ......................................... Z pg. 23

E Microphone ....................................... Z pg. 70

R • Camera sensor

Be careful not to cover this area; built-in here is the sensor necessary for shooting.

•Remote Sensor ................................. Z pg. 63

T Clock Battery Compartment ............... Z pg. 12

Y Battery Pack Mount ............................ Z pg. 10

U LCD window

Picture Mode Display

Remaining Number of Shots Indicator

I Electronic Viewfinder ......................... Z pg. 14

O Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ Z pg. 15

P Grip Strap .......................................... Z pg. 14

a Tripod Mounting Socket ..................... Z pg. 15

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AC Power Adapter ................... pg. 10

Animation Recording ............... pg. 39, 63

Audio Dubbing ........................ pg. 70

Auto Date Record .................... pg. 22

Auto Focus ............................... pg. 34

Auto Mode Lock Mode ............ pg. 27, 48

Auto Mode Release Mode ........ pg. 27, 48

Battery Pack ............................. pg. 10, 81

Brighten The Image .................. pg. 36

Car Battery ............................... pg. 11

Cassette Adapter ...................... pg. 43

Charge Marker ......................... pg. 11

Charging the Battery Pack ........ pg. 10

Clock (Lithium) Battery............. pg. 12

Color Bar ................................. pg. 33, 52

COM Port (RS-232C) ................ pg. 61

Connection To A VCR/TV ........ pg. 44

Connection To A Windows

PC/Macintosh ........................ pg. 61

Contents................................... pg. 8, 9

Counter Memory ...................... pg. 42

Darken The Image.................... pg. 36

Date/Time Insert....................... pg. 22

Date/Time Setting..................... pg. 13

Delete Menu Screen................. pg. 58

Delete Mode ............................ pg. 58

Delete Select Menu Screen ...... pg. 58

DEMO Mode ........................... pg. 33, 52

Digital Zoom............................ pg. 20, 33, 52

Digital Still Camera .................. pg. 46

Diopter Adjust.......................... pg. 14

Discharge The Battery Pack...... pg. 10

INDEX

Terms

Electronic Fog Filter Mode ....... pg. 27, 48

Erase Protection ....................... pg. 17

Exposure Control...................... pg. 36

Fade-In/Out.............................. pg. 28

Fast-Forward Tape .................... pg. 40

FINE Mode ............................... pg. 47

Full Image ................................ pg. 24, 46

Grip Adjustment ....................... pg. 14

High Speed Shutter Mode ........ pg. 27, 49

Index Code Marking................. pg. 63

Index Menu Screen .................. pg. 56

Index Mode.............................. pg. 56

Index Number .......................... pg. 56

Insert Cassette .......................... pg. 17

Insert Editing ............................ pg. 68, 69

Instant Titles ............................. pg. 30

JLIP ID NO. .............................. pg. 33, 52

JPEG......................................... pg. 51

Viewfinder Indications ............. pg. 72, 73

Manual Focus .......................... pg. 35

MBR Code Setting .................... pg. 64

Modem Port ............................. pg. 61

Move The Page Back................ pg. 53

Move The Page Next ................ pg. 53

ND Effect Mode ....................... pg. 27, 48

Nega/Posi Mode....................... pg. 27, 49

Padlock Mark ........................... pg. 57

Picture Mode Setting ................ pg. 47

Picture Stabilizer ...................... pg. 21, 48

Pin-Up Image ........................... pg. 24, 46

Playback (D.S.C.) ..................... pg. 53

Playback (VIDEO) .................... pg. 40

Printer Port ............................... pg. 61

Program AE With

Special Effects ........................ pg. 26, 27

Protect Menu Screen ................ pg. 57

Protect Mode ........................... pg. 57

Provided Accessories ............... pg. 9

Quick Review .......................... pg. 21

Random Assemble Editing ........ pg. 64 – 67

Recording, Advanced

Features (VIDEO) ................... pg. 26 – 39

Recording (VIDEO) .................. pg. 18

Recording, Start/Stop (VIDEO) ...

Recording Mode Setting ........... pg. 16

Record-Standby........................ pg. 18

Remote Control Unit ................ pg. 62

Remove Cassette ...................... pg. 17

Retake ...................................... pg. 21

Rewind Tape ............................ pg. 40

pg. 18, 19

EN 77

Self-Timer................................. pg. 38, 49, 63

Sepia Mode .............................. pg. 27, 48

Shooting, Advanced Features

(D.S.C.) .................................. pg. 48 – 52

Shooting (D.S.C.)...................... pg. 46, 47

Shoulder Strap Attachment ....... pg. 15

Shuttle Search .......................... pg. 42

Slide Show Mode ..................... pg. 60

Snapshot Mode ........................ pg. 24, 46

Snapshot (VIDEO) .................... pg. 24

Specifications ........................... pg. 84

Sports Mode ............................. pg. 27, 49

STANDARD Mode ................... pg. 47

Star Mark On The Setting

Menus ................................... pg. 56

Still Image Data Transfer........... pg. 61

Still Playback ........................... pg. 42

Store A Still Image In The

Built-In Memory .................... pg. 46

Super LoLux ............................. pg. 29, 49

Tape Counter ........................... pg. 40

Tape Dubbing .......................... pg. 45

Tape Length Setting .................. pg. 16

Time-Lapse Shooting ................ pg. 39, 63

Tracking ................................... pg. 41

Tripod Mounting ...................... pg. 15

Twilight Mode .......................... pg. 27, 49

Video Light............................... pg. 23

Viewfinder Adjustment ............. pg. 14

White Balance Adjustment ....... pg. 37

Wide Mode .............................. pg. 29, 49

Wipe-In/Out............................. pg. 28

Zooming .................................. pg. 20

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

POWER

No power is supplied.

The power suddenly goes off and doesn’t come back on by itself.

OTHER

Some functions are not available. Vertical white lines appear when

shooting a very bright object.

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the viewfinder.

The viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).

An error number (i.e. E03) appears.

The image is out of focus.

Even though the Lens Cover is open, the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks.

TROUBLESHOOTING

● The battery pack has not been attached correctly (Z pg. 10).

● The battery pack is not charged (Z pg. 10).

● The power supply has not been correctly connected

(Z pg. 11).

● The battery pack has completely discharged.

● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,

then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still doesn’t come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

● The Select Dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.

● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the camcorder.

● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of the camcorder.

● Wipe them gently with soft cloth.

● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the

power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again. If the error number still appears, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

● The diopter needs to be adjusted (

● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation

of Auto Focus (Z pg. 34).

● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position of the Lens Cover.

Z pg. 14).

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

When the System Select Switch is set to “VIDEO”:

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

Recording does not start.

● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape (Z pg. 17).

● If the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not possible to record onto the tape. Change the Switch position to “VIDEO” (Z pg. 18).

● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “CAMERA” (Z pg. 18).

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there’s no playback picture.

Playback cannot be performed.

Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.

The counter indication is blurred during Still playback.

● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.

● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has

not been set to VIDEO.

● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.

● If the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not

possible to play back a tape. Change the Switch position to “VIDEO” (Z pg. 40).

● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

● This is normal.

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TAPE TRANSPORT

The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot be performed.

OTHER

The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode.

The date and time displays disappear.

The wrong date and time are displayed/recorded.

The tape won’t eject.

● The Counter Memory Function has been activated (Z pg. 42).

● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise

may be present while recording in the SP mode (Z pg. 16).

● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting the power source.

● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting ( the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.

● The battery pack is running low.

Z pg. 13),

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When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”:

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

SHOOTING

Although the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed, a still image is not stored in the built-in memory.

Self-Timer Shooting is not available.

It is not possible to shoot in sucession.

PLAYBACK

Although “ALL” is selected in the DELETE Menu Screen, all still images cannot be deleted.

OTHER

Date/Time Insert is not performed while shooting a still image.

Instant Titles are not displayed while shooting a still image.

Some settings cannot be changed in the Menu Screen.

● When the number of remaining shots available reaches “0” (blinking), it becomes impossible to take your next shot. Perform “DELETE” function to remove some still images already stored in memory (Z pg. 58).

● Pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button does not start recording in the Self-Timer Shooting procedure. Press the SNAPSHOT Button (Z pg. 49).

● A still image is in the process of being stored in memory for approx. 2 seconds after the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed. During that time, it is impossible to take another shot. When the still image disappears and the scene you are currently aimed at appears on the screen, take another shot (Z pg. 46).

● The “Protect” function is in effect for some still images. If they are not necessary, cancel the “Protect” function, then try deleting all still images again (Z pg. 57).

● It is not possible to display the date/time on a still image.

● It is not possible to display the Instant Titles on a still image.

● It is not possible to set “REC TIME” in the Menu Screen.

TROUBLESHOOTING

(cont.)

Since the camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. For example, when a still image you shot is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory, the above may cause the following: Although the remaining number of shots indicator shows that shooting is possible, a still image cannot be stored in memory after shooting. In such a case, initialize the memory by following steps 1 through 3 below. Please note that initialization deletes all the still images (including ones for which you performed the “Protect” function) stored in the camcorder’s memory. If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory, before initialization first transfer them to a PC and save them. If image data is corrupt, transfer is impossible.

FORMAT

CANCEL

ENTER

Format Menu Screen

CAUTION:

While “ENTER” is selected and it is blinking, switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit (battery pack or AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the camcorder’s built-in memory to become corrupt. Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.

1. Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set the Power Switch to

“PLAY”.

2. Press the MODE Button for more than 5 seconds. The FORMAT Menu

Screen appears.

3. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “CANCEL” or

“ENTER”, then press it.

•“CANCEL” does not initialize the memory.

•“ENTER” initializes the memory. During initialization, “ENTER” blinks. When initialization is complete, the screen becomes blue back.

CAUTIONS

EN 81

DANGER:

Video Light

•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm (1 ft.) between the video light and people or object.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

•It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas other than the USA

n The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features

automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER

In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Plug adapter

General Battery Precautions

•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not functioning even when correctly operated, the battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.

•Use only the following battery:

C-P6U or C-P7U..................... AA (R6) size

Please make note of the following rules for battery use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.

1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when

replacing the battery.

2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it

can leak or explode.

3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.

4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored

for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a nickel-cadmium battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. To avoid hazard . . .

.... do not burn.

.... do not short-circuit the terminals.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

.... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .

.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

.... avoid repeated charging without fully

discharging.

.... charge in an environment where tempera-

tures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.

.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure

to high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.

.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.

.... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current

even when switched off.

NOTES:

●

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

Charging.............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)

Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)

●

Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.

●

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

Terminals

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CAUTIONS

(cont.)

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C

mark.

.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded

tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals.

.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

.... do not load and unload the cassette

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage.

.... do not open the front tape cover. This

exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

.... away from heaters or other heat sources.

.... out of direct sunlight.

.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

.... where they won’t be exposed to strong

magnetic fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets).

.... vertically, in their original cases.

Main Unit

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.

.... 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. Avoid using the unit . . .

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or

dust.

.... in places subject to soot or steam such as

near a cooking stove.

.... in places subject to excessive shock or

vibration.

.... near a television set.

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic

or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting

antennas, etc.).

.... in places subject to extremely high (over

40°C or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C

or 32°F) temperatures.

3. 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.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

.... allow it to become wet.

.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

during transportation.

.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the

sun.

.... carry it by holding the viewfinder. Be sure to

hold the main unit with both hands or use

the grip.

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

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 center 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.

About moisture condensation . . .

● You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass’ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.

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Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

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GENERAL

Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C

Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Storage temperature : –20°C to +50°C

Weight : Approx. 810 g (1.8 lbs) Dimensions : 113 (W) x 117 (H) x (Including viewfinder) 222 (D) mm

Speaker : 20 mm round x 1,

Power source : DC 6V Power consumption

light on : 8.6 W light off : 5.7 W

Signal system : NTSC-type

SYSTEM

Camcorder format : VHS NTSC standard Video recording system

Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier

Cassette : cassette Tape speed

SP : 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips) EP : 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)

Recording time (max.)

SP : 40 minutes EP : 120 minutes

D.S.C. format

Recording format : Digital data storage

Recording medium : Built-in flash memory,

Number of storable shots : FINE mode:

Image size : 320 x 240 pixels

CAMERA

Pick up : 1/4” format CCD Lens :

Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with

White balance

adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment

(32°F to 104°F)

(–4°F to 122°F)

(4-1/2” x 4-5/8” x 8-3/4”)

monaural

direct recording Conforms to VHS standard

(with TC-40 cassette)

(based on JPEG)

1 Mbyte

approx. 22 shots (approx. 32000 byte data compression) STANDARD mode: approx. 44 shots (approx. 16000 byte data compression)

F1.6, f = 3.8 to 83.6 mm, 22:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control, filter diameter 46 mm

0.5” black/white CRT

SPECIFICATIONS

INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Video : Output 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

unbalanced (via VIDEO OUT connector)

Audio : Output –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm

(via AUDIO OUT connector)

JLIP : 3.5 mm diameter, 4-pole,

mini-head jack Digital : Mini DIN 8-pin External microphone

input : –68 dBs, high impedance

unbalanced with ø3.5 mm

(MONO)

AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER (AA-V15U)

Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`,

50/60 Hz Power consumption : 23 W Output

Charge : DC 8.5 V , 1.3 A VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A

Charging system : Constant current, peak

detection, timer controlled Dimensions : 140 (W) x 42 (H) x

68 (D) mm

(5-9/16” x 1-11/16” x

2-11/16”) Weight : Approx. 300 g (0.71 lbs)

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

Dimensions : 188 (W) x 25 (H) x

104 (D) mm

(7-7/16” x 1” x 4-1/8”) Weight : Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs) Accessory : “AA (R6)” – size battery x 1

Provided Accessories ...................... Z pg. 9

Optional Accessories

•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U

•Battery Charger BH-VC10U

•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U

•RF Unit RF-V5U

•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

•Remote Control Unit RM-V700U

Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability.

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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