JVC GR-AXM237UM User Manual

Download

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER

GR-AXM237UM

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS QUICK OPERATION GUIDE MAJOR FEATURES

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

Basic Recording .......................... 14

Basic Features ........................... 16

Advanced Features ...................... 18

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................... 28

Features .................................. 29

Connections ............................... 30

Using The Cassette Adapter ........... 32

USER MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Controls, Connectors And

Indicators ............................... 36

Indications ................................ 38

CAUTIONS TERMS SPECIFICATIONS

2 – 5

8 – 13

14 – 27

28 – 32

34 – 35

36 – 39

40 – 41

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0505-001A

2 EN

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 this product.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover.

•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. 36 – 39) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely

important information regarding the safe use of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 40 – 41 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Caution on Replaceable 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 Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

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

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.

NOTES:

●

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

●

The rating information and safety caution of the AC Power Adapter/Charger are on its bottom.

EN3

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

ATTENTION:

The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws

governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

4 EN

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

EN5

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.

6 EN

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE

SUPPLY POWER INSERTING A VIDEO

CASSETTE

Hook on.

Push in.

BATTERY RELEASE

Using the battery pack

Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place . (Charging procedure, Z pg. 8)

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

1 Open the LCD monitor fully. 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder. 3 Insert a video cassette. 4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.

(For more details, Z pg. 10)

PUSH Button EJECT Switch

PLAYBACK SHOOTING

Rewind (

Stop (5) Button

1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. 2 Press

— The tape will automatically stop at the

3 Press

— Playback starts and the playback picture

•To stop playback, press 5. (For more details, Z pg. 28.)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 60 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.

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

Z pg. 32

) Button

Play/Pause (4/6) Button

beginning of the tape.

/6.

appears.

Set to “PLAY”.

Recording Start/Stop Button

1 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to

open the lens cover.

2 Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.

— The power lamp will light and an image

will appear.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

— Recording starts.

•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily press the Recording Start/Stop Button once again.

(For more details, Z pgs. 14, 15)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 60 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.

LENS COVER Open/Close Ring

Set to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.

MAJOR FEATURES

XFIT

DEMO MODE

EN7

Program AE with Special Effects (

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. 19)

TBC (Time Base Corrector)

Z pg. 29)

(

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V16U

•Battery Pack BN-V11U

Picture Stabilizer (Z pg. 16)

Digital Hyper Zoom

Z pg. 16)

(

•Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak) C-P7U

•Shoulder Strap

•Lithium Battery CR2025 (for clock operation)

•DC Cord

NOTES about Automatic Demonstration

Automatic Demonstration takes place when ”DEMO MODE” is set to ”ON” (factory-preset).

Available when the Power Switch is set to ”AUTO” or ”PRO.”.

Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.

To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “PRO.” and press MENU while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen.) Rotate the Select Wheel to select “OFF” and press it.

* ”DEMO MODE” remains ”ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.

NOTE:

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

Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorder.

Setting Menu

8 EN

CHARGE indicator

Battery pack BN-V11U, BN-V12U or BN-V20U

Marks

To AC outlet

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/ Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet.

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V16U

DC OUT connector

Battery pack

BN-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional)

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 1 hr. 50 min.

Charge marker

ATTENTION:

Charging a battery with some charge remaining reduces that battery’s capacity. Perform the procedure below to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging.

1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder and make sure a cassette is then set the Power Switch to ”AUTO” or ”PRO.”.

2. The camcorder power turns off automatically when discharging is complete.

When you are not using a battery pack for a long period of time, be sure to fully discharge it before storing because leaving a battery with some charge left over also reduces performance.

not

inserted,

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

direction of the arrow until it locks in place. The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays

lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery in the opposite direction of the arrow and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from the AC outlet.

Charge Marker

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

NOTES:

●

Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20° to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

●

Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.

●

Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.

●

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

●

If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.

●

Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

●

When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.

●

If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

●

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

Hook on.

Push in.

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

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.

INFORMATION:

VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger. Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals before using. It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/ Charger. Use the optional AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger.

EN9

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place .

•

If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

Approximate recording time

LCD

Battery pack

BN-V11U BN-V12U

(optional) BN-V20U

(optional) BN-V856U

(optional)

monitor off/ Viewfinder on

1 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 30 min.

2 hrs. 20 min.

9 hrs. 30 min.

NOTES:

●

Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

•

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•

The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

●

Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder off

1 hr. 20 min. 1 hr. 20 min.

2 hrs. 10 min.

8 hrs. 40 min.

LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder on

1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 10 min.

1 hr. 55 min.

7 hrs. 40 min.

To DC IN connector

Core filter

DC Cord

Car Battery Cord AP-V7U (optional)

Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3U (optional)

To DC OUT connector

AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V16U

To AC outlet

To car’s cigarette lighter socket

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●

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

●

For other notes, Z pg. 8.

USING A CAR BATTERY

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

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 (except BN-V20U/ V856U).

●

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

10 EN

Slot

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

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

Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power

supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.).

Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the

camcorder.

Battery holder

Cassette holder

Erase Protection tab Gear

EJECT SwitchPUSH Button

Turn to take up slack.

Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have

the “+” mark visible.

Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a

click.

NOTES:

●

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

●

To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the illustration when inserting/removing the battery.

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

Open the LCD monitor fully.

Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not

use force to open.

Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make

sure the label is facing outward.

Press PUSH to close the cassette holder until it locks

into place. Close the LCD monitor.

NOTES:

●

Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.

●

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

●

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

●

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 cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode.

D T

. E

Z L

O E

MACRO

O O O

FNF

Select Wheel

DATE/ T I MPE

Display

GO.

N E

MENU Button

GFLISH

M28

Power Switch

Menu Screen 1

Menu Screen 2

DATE/TIME Menu

12-hour indication with AM or PM

Date/Time Settings

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display Menu Screen 2. Then, rotate it to move the highlight bar to “DATE/TIME” and press it. The DATE/TIME Menu appears.

•To return to the previous settings, rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then go to step 7.

•To set only the time without changing the date, go to step 5.

To set “YEAR”, “MONTH” or “DAY”, rotate the Select

Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired item, and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking. Repeat for other date settings.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it. When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it. The minute setting stops blinking.

When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,

“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.

EN11

GFLISH

GO.

Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (Z pg. 23).

12 EN

T30

CNRGOTHOTF3F

T T

E A

L P

E E

A E

CNRGOTHOTF4F

Select Wheel

SP/EP Recording Mode Button

Power Switch

MENU Button

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SP/

EP for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)

provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more economical, providing three times the recording time.

NOTE:

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

Viewfinder

Display

TAPE LENGTH

Tape length indicator

Recording mode indicator

Menu Screen

TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu

Tape Length Setting

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

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”, then press MENU.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

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

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

the correct tape length setting. T20=20 minutes of recording time, T30=30 minutes, T35=35 minutes, and T40=40 minutes (in SP).

•To return to the previous setting, rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears

with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (Z pg. 14) displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

PAUSE

Power Zoom Lever

Recording Start/Stop Button

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

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

EN13

180°180

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or

“PRO.”).

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.

Set to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”).

Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

Following the illustration, thread the strap through the

eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure the strap is not twisted.

Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

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

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.

14 EN

BR I GHT –

–––––6–––––

25MIN

LENS COVER Open/Close Ring

Recording Start/Stop Button

MIN 119MIN

(Now calculating)

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

180°

120MIN

1MIN0MIN

90°

Power Switch

Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

2MIN

3MIN

RECORDING

NOTE:

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

●

Power (Z pg. 8)

●

Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 12)

●

Load A Cassette (Z pg. 10)

●

Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 13)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 13)

Basic Recording

Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens cover. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears

in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.

Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Turn the

LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens

cover. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best

Select Wheel (BRIGHT)

DISPLAY Button

To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor

.... rotate the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) until the

bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress.

NOTE:

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

Power Switch Position

AUTO : Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments. PRO. : Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities. OFF : Switches off the camcorder. PLAY : Allows you to play back your recordings.

EN15

NOTES:

●

When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.

●

The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

●

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

●

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

●

The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (Z pg. 12).

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during recording), use the Retake function (Z pg. 17) to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any of it.

●

While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

INTERFACE SHOOTING

The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105 degrees, the monitor image is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder also switches on. Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording. During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.

NOTE:

The monitored image can be viewed on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder.

LCD MONITOR/VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS

Press DISPLAY for more than 1 second to make the following indications appear/disappear from the camcorder’s display: cassette warning, tape remaining

Self-Recording

time, battery pack remaining power indicator and tape length indicator (Z pg. 38, 39).

NOTE:

Even if the indications are off, the tape remaining time appears blinking when the tape is near its end, and the battery pack remaining power indicator appears blinking when the power is almost gone.

16 EN

RECORDING

Basic Features

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Display

Picture stabilizer indicator

Power Zoom Lever

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Zoom indicator bar

Zoom level indicator

Approximate zoom ratio

P. STABILIZER Button

FEATURE:

Zooming

PURPOSE:

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.

OPERATION:

Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

n The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

NOTES:

●

Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record–Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (Z pg. 26), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

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

●

When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 21).

FEATURE:

Picture Stabilizer

PURPOSE:

To compensate for unstable images caused by camerashake, particularly at high magnification.

OPERATION:

Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.

n To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press

P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.

NOTES:

●

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

•

When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•

When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•

When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•

When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.

•

When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

●

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

●

The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used.

RETAKE

2/3

( Button

)

Display

5 SEC. REC Button

EN17

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

To check the end of the last recording.

OPERATION:

1) Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or

“PRO.”).

2) Press 2 and release quickly during the Record– Standby mode.

n Tape is rewound for approx. 2 seconds and played

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

NOTE:

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

Quick Review

PAUSE

5 Sec. Rec mode indicator

FEATURE:

Retake

PURPOSE:

To re-record certain segments.

OPERATION:

1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby

mode.

2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point for new recording. Pressing 3 forwards the tape and pressing 2 reverses it.

3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.

NOTE:

Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.

FEATURE:

5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)

PURPOSE:

To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programs.

OPERATION:

n Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.

1) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC. “ 5S” appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.

2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the camcorder reenters the Record–Standby mode automatically.

n To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. REC

again so that “ 5S” disappears.

NOTE:

Fade/Wipe (Z pg. 18) cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC. REC.

18 EN

RECORDING

Advanced Features

Fade/Wipe Effects

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.

EFFECT Button

Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter Record–Standby mode.

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Press EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s

Power Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

NOTES:

●

Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in/out or wipe in/out.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia (Z pg. 19).

name and indication appear. They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the name disappears so that only the indication remains. The effect is reserved.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-

in/out or wipe-in/out.

To cancel a fade or wipe, press EFFECT repeatedly

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

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.

DOOR (Wipe)

Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipes out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene.

CW:CORNER (Wipe)

Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipes out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.

WW:WINDOW (Wipe)

The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.

Program AE With Special Effects

EN19

P.AE Button

Power Switch

NOTES:

●

Only one mode can be engaged at a time.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/Wipe (Z pg. 18) is used in the Sepia mode.

●

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

●

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

SEPIA

The scene being shot is recorded in sepiatinted (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of an older movie. Use together with Wide (Z pg. 21) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie.

SPORTS

High shutter speed clearly captures fastmoving action.

ND:ND EFFECT

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

FG:FOG

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.

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name

and indication appear. They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the name disappears so that only the indication remains. The mode is activated.

To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until “OFF”

appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.

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. 27).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m (32 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-tocamera distance is less than 10 m (32 ft.), use manual focusing (Z pg. 26).

S1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

NEGA POSI

The colors of a picture are reversed.

NEGA POSI mode

20 EN

D T

. E

Z L

O E

MACRO

O O O

FNF

Select Wheel

Display (ex. Menu Screen available using the MENU Button)

MENU Button

Menu Screen 1

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings.

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Menu access depends on the function you select.

If you select the functions from the “Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel” described on pg. 21 . . .

.... press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen

appears.

If you select the functions from the “Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button” described on pg. 21 and 22 . . .

.... press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Normal Screen

T H H

ULEESE

E E E

GO.

LANG.

GO.

F F

GFLISH

F F EFNCH

Menu Screen 2

Setting Menu (ex. TITLE LANG.)

Rotate the Select Wheel to place the highlight bar on

the desired function.

•To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2, rotate the Select Wheel to “NEXT” and press it. To go back to Menu Screen 1 from Menu Screen 2, rotate the Select Wheel to “BACK”, and press it.

•To return to the previous setting, place the highlight bar on “RETURN”, then go to step 6.

Press the Select Wheel. The setting procedure

depends on the function you select.

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

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 26,

EXPOSURE: Z pg. 24, M.W.B.: Z pg. 27, DATE/TIME: Z pg. 11) and perform each procedure from step 4.

If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .

.... rotate the Select Wheel until the desired number

appears, and press it. Then rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

If you select any other functions . . .

.... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar

to the desired setting.

•To return to the previous setting, place the highlight bar on “EXIT”.

Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears

with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.

Press the Select Wheel. The normal screen reappears.

NOTE:

No menu functions except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE” are available while in the Record mode.

MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS

Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel

FOCUS EXPOSURE M.W.B.

WIDE

S.LX

TITLE DATE/TIME

DISP .

Refer to “Focusing” (Z pg. 26). Refer to “Exposure Control” (Z pg. 24). Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”

(Z pg. 27).

OFF Does not display black bars. ON Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen

to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen” effect.

MAX To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, when it is more

convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse.

NORMAL To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more

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

OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

adjustment. Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (Z pg. 23). Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor

(Z pg. 23).

EN21

Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button

This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.

D. ZOOM

TELE MACRO

: Factory-preset

ON Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and

OFF Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum

OFF ON

magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical

zoom limit), to a maximum of 450X digital magnification.

16x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during

Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 16X.

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus

depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance of

more than 1 m (3.25 ft.) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at

the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can

shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm

(23-5/8").

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

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

22 EN

RECORDING

Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.)

Advanced Features (cont.)

TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT . TIME

TITLE LANG.

DATE/TIME JLIP ID NO.

DEMO MODE

: Factory-preset

Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (Z pg. 12). Refer to “Animation” and “Time-Lapse” (Z pg. 25). Refer to “Time-Lapse” (Z pg. 25). Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)

of Instant Titles (Z pg. 23). Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 11). This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer

using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06. ON Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, etc. When

“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed,

the demonstration starts.

Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration

stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is

not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration

will resume.

NOTE:

When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that

allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is

not available.

OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place.

DEC 25. 99

Date/Time Insert

Allows you to display the date and time in the camcorder or on a connected color monitor, as well as to record them manually or automatically. You should have already performed the Date/ Time Setting procedure (Z pg. 11).

Select Wheel

Power Switch

AUTO DATE

DEC 25. 99

(DATE)

AM 10 : 25 : 00

(TIME)

DEC 25. 99

(DATE&TIME)

No indication (OFF)

AM 10 : 25 : 00

EN23

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“DATE/TIME DISP.” while in Record-Standby, then press it to display the Date/Time DISP. Menu.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is activated.

The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.

NOTES:

DISPLAY

●

The selected display can be recorded.

●

If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF mode before shooting.

AUTO DATE

●

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 rotating the Select Wheel.

●

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

Instant Titles

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can superimpose one of them over the video image. 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. 20, 22).

H O M A H O W C E

NSS

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“TITLE” while in Record-Standby, then press it to display the TITLE Menu.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is activated.

•To make the title indication disappear, select “OFF”.

The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the TITLE Menu.

24 EN

Select Wheel

Power Switch

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override it and make the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations:

•

When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright.

•

When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.

•

When the background is overly dark or the subject light.

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

To brighten the image

–06 –06

Manual Exposure Screen

Exposure control level counter

To darken the image

Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“EXPOSURE” and press it. The EXPOSURE Menu appears.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“MANU”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears and “00” (exposure control level counter) appears.

To brighten the image, rotate the Select Wheel

upward. The exposure control level counter increases (maximum +06). To darken the image, rotate the Select Wheel downward. The exposure control level counter decreases (maximum –06).

Press the Select Wheel. The setting is complete. The

Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.

Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen disappears

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

NOTES:

●

To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 4.

●

To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.

3 1 5

M M

IIN

INT. T IME

O 1 1

/ /

F 4 2

S S

REC T IME

NOTES:

Before performing the following steps, make sure that:

●

The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”.

●

The camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode.

●

The recording mode is set to “SP”.

Select Wheel

Recording Start/Stop Button

MENU Button

Display

REC TIME Menu

INT. TIME Menu

Interval time

115SS

INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen

indicator

Recording time indicator

EN25

Animation

You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same object for a brief period of time.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display

Menu Screen 2. Then, move the highlight bar to “REC TIME” and press it. The REC TIME Menu appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired recording time, then press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.

Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after focusing on the subject. The recording stops automatically

after the selected period of time.

•Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures.

To release the Animation mode, set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.

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.

Set “REC TIME” (Z step 1 and 2 of “Animation” above).

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “INT. TIME” and press it. The INT. TIME Menu

appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired interval time, then press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and intervals alternate automatically.

To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “ ” is not displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

display “ ”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.

NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse):

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

26 EN

Focus detection zone

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. 16). If zoomed in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This does not occur with “TELE MACRO” (Z pg. 21).

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Focusing

AUTO FOCUS

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

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

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

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.

* The low-contrast warning “ ” appears

MANUAL FOCUS

If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (Z pg. 13).

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“FOCUS” and press it. The FOCUS Menu appears.

Select Wheel

Power Switch

NOTES:

●

To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 4.

●

To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 2.

●

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

●

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

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to

“MANU”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears and “ ” and “ ” appear. The focus is locked at this point.

To focus on a farther subject, rotate the Select Wheel

upward. “ ” appears and blinks. To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the Select Wheel downward. “ ” appears and blinks.

Press the Select Wheel. The setting is complete. The

Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.

Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen disppears

and “ ” reappears to indicate the focus is locked.

White Balance Adjustment

A term that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction.

Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight

bar to “M.W.B.”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears and the M.W.B. Menu appears.

Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight

bar to the desired setting. “AUTO”

White balance is adjusted automatically (factory preset).

“ : FINE” Outdoors on a sunny day.

“ : CLOUD” Outdoors on a cloudy day.

“ : HALOGEN” A video light or similar type of lighting is used.

“MWB” White balance is set manually.

Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen

reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or set the Power

Switch to “AUTO”.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when Sepia (Z pg. 19) is activated.

EN27

Manual White Balance Operation

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

adjustment, and select “MWB”.

Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the

subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.

Press the Select Wheel until “MWB” begins

blinking. When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.

Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu

Screen.

White paper

Select Wheel

To Change The Tint For Recording . . .

.... in step 2, substitute colored paper for white. The

white balance is adjusted based on the color, changing the tint. Red paper = deeper green; blue paper = orange; yellow paper = deeper purple.

NOTES:

●

In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually (Z pg. 26).

●

A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result.

●

Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed.

Power Switch

MENU Button

28 EN

Speaker

Select Wheel (BRIGHT)

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

Set to “PLAY”.

Rewind (2) Button

Fast-Forward (3) Button

Play/Pause (4/6) Button

Stop (5) Button

PLAYBACK

Load a tape (Z pg. 10).

Basic Playback

Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. To start playback,

press 4/6.

•To stop playback, press 5.

•Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode.

NOTES:

●

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

●

When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.

●

The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut), on the LCD monitor or on a connected TV (Z pg. 30, 31).

●

You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted.

●

If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen may become black. This is not a malfunction.

LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment: Rotate

the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) towards “+” to brighten, or towards “–” to darken.

●

The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date/ Time Display when you play back images recorded in Wide Mode (Z pg. 21).

Speaker Volume Control: Slide the Power

Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the volume.

●

The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images recorded in Wide Mode (Z pg. 21).

Still Playback: Pauses during playback.

1) Press 4/6 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.

●

Noise bars will appear and the picture will become monochrome during Still Playback.

Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either

direction.

1) Press 3 for forward or 2 for reverse search during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

●

During playback, press and hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release it, normal playback resumes.

●

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

PLAYBACK

EFFECT Button

P.AE Button

COUNTER R/M Button

Features

P.STABILIZER Button

Set to “PLAY”.

Rewind (

Fast-Forward (3) Button

Play/Pause (

Stop (5) Button

) Button

/6) Button

EN29

Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen

during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking. To activate Manual Tracking:

1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. “MT” appears.

2) Press P.AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until

the noise bars disappear.

●

To return to Auto Tracking, press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears.

●

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.

TBC (Time Base Corrector): Removes jitter from

fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes. Factory-preset: TBC is engaged. To activate/release the TBC mode, press P.STABILIZER during playback for more than 1 second. When the TBC mode is activated, “TBC” is displayed.

●

The “TBC” indicator turns green (gray with a camcorder equipped with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is working.

●

TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle search.

●

The “TBC” indicator turns white while TBC is not operative.

●

It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working.

●

The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out points or when normal playback resumes after still playback or shuttle search.

●

If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on, turn off TBC.

Counter Memory Function: Makes it easier to

locate a specific tape segment.

1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1 second. The counter resets to “0:00:00”.

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

3) After recording or playback, press 5, then 2. The tape automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.

4) Press 4/6 to start playback.

●

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

●

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

30 EN

These are some basic types of connections. When making connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals.

A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO

Basic Connections

Use optional Video and Audio cables.

PLAYBACK

Connections

To Video Output

Video cable (optional)

Audio cable (optional)

To Audio Output

Connector cover*

A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO

Connection For Tape Dubbing

Use optional Video and Audio cables.

To VIDEO IN

To AUDIO IN

Power Switch

PLAY/PAUSE ( Button

To TV or VCR

/6)

VCR

To Video Output

Connector cover*

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

Video cable (optional)

Audio cable (optional)

To VIDEO IN

To AUDIO INTo Audio Output

VCR (Recording deck)

Basic Connections

EN31

Tape Dubbing

Make sure all units are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

shown in the illustration (Z pg. 30).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4.

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

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

TV to its VIDEO mode.

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 9).

●

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

●

Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on.

●

If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.

Following the illustration on pg. 30, connect the

camcorder and the VCR.

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.

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause

modes.

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a

spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.

Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the

VCR’s Record mode.

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

/6 on the camcorder.

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,

then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

32 EN

PLAYBACK

Using The Cassette Adapter

Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)

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

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one

“AA (R6)” size battery as shown, then reattach the cover.

Compact video cassette

Recording safety hole

VCR

Compartment door

Sliding latch

Reels

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

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

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

tape back as you would any other.

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

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

NOTES:

●

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

●

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

●

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

USER MAINTENANCE

LENS COVER Open/Close Ring

BATTERY RELEASE

Set to “OFF”.

Remove.

PUSH Button

EJECT Switch

After Use

Turn off the camcorder.

Open the LCD monitor fully. Slide EJECT to open the

cassette holder, then remove the cassette.

Press PUSH to close and lock the cassette holder.

Close and lock the LCD monitor.

Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack.

Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to close

the lens cover.

Cleaning The Camcorder

To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with a soft

cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

EN33

To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, then

wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

To detach the eyepiece, turn it counterclockwise and

pull it out.

Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower

brush.

Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.

NOTES:

●

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

●

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

●

Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

●

When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product.

●

When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the viewfinder securely.

34 EN

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

POWER

No power is supplied.

● The battery pack has not been attached correctly (Z pg. 8).

● The battery pack is not charged (Z pg. 8).

● The power supply has not been correctly connected

(Z pg. 9).

The power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself.

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

Recording does not start.

Animation or Time-Lapse is not available.

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there is no playback picture.

Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.

The counter indication is blurred during Still playback.

● The battery pack has completely discharged.

● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then

after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still does not come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

● 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. 10).

● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”.) (Z pg. 14).

● Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to begin an animated program (Z pg. 25).

● 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 video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

● This is normal.

TAPE TRANSPORT

The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot be performed.

● The Counter Memory Function has been activated (Z pg. 29).

● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

OTHER

During recording, the indications do not appear.

The tape will not eject.

Some functions are not available.

Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object.

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

The indicators and the picture color on the LCD monitor are not clear.

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).

The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode.

An error number (i.e. E03) appears.

The image is out of focus.

The date and time displays disappear.

The wrong date and time are displayed/recorded.

Even though the lens cover is open, the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks.

EN35

● Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the indications appear (Z pg. 15).

● The battery pack is running low.

● If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees, the EJECT

Switch does not function.

● The Power Switch is set to “AUTO”.

● Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible

to use.

● 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.

● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.

● The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with highprecision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)

● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.

● Wipe them gently with a soft cloth. Gently wipe in a semicircular motion, as wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won’t come out easily.

● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode (Z pg. 12).

● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again. If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

● The diopter needs to be adjusted (Z pg. 13).

● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of

Auto Focus (Z pg. 26).

● 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 (Z pg. 11), the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.

● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position of the lens cover.

36 EN

INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators

)

(

t i

6 7

8 0

9 !

# $

3 4 5

^ *&

R T

Controls

1 Diopter Adjustment Control ................. Z pg. 13

2 Lens Cover Open/Close Ring................ Z pg. 14

3 5-Second Recording Button

[5 SEC. REC] ........................................ Z pg. 17

4 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. Z pg. 16

•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ........ Z pg. 28

5 •Picture Stabilizer Button

[P.STABILIZER] .................................. Z pg. 16

•Time Base Corrector Button ............... Z pg. 29

6 Program AE Button [P.AE] ..................... Z pg. 19

7 Fade/Wipe Button [EFFECT] ................. Z pg. 18

8 •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ..... Z pg. 17

•Quick Review Button [ R] ............. Z pg. 17

•Rewind Button [REW] ....................... Z pg. 28

9 •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... Z pg. 17

•Fast-Forward Button [FF] ................... Z pg. 28

0 Stop Button [STOP].............................. Z pg. 28

! Play/Pause Button

[PLAY/PAUSE] ..................................... Z pg. 28

@ •Select Wheel [PUSH] ........................ Z pg. 20

•Bright Dial [BRIGHT] .................. Z pg. 14, 28

# MENU/DISPLAY Button ................. Z pg. 15, 20

$ •Recording Mode Button [SP/EP]......... Z pg. 12

•Counter Reset/Memory Button

[COUNTER R/M] .............................. Z pg. 29

% EJECT Switch ....................................... Z pg. 10

^ Recording Start/Stop Button.................. Z pg. 14

& Power Switch

[ , OFF, AUTO, PRO.].............. Z pg. 14, 28

* Battery Release Switch

[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. Z pg. 9

( PUSH Button ....................................... Z pg. 10

EN37

Connectors

) DC IN Connector ................................... Z pg. 9

The connectors q to e are located beneath the cover.

q Video Output Connector...................... Z pg. 30

w Audio Output Connector ..................... Z pg. 30

e J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)

Connector]

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

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

Indicators

r Power Lamp ........................................ Z pg. 14

Other Parts

t Battery Pack Mount ............................... Z pg. 9

y Viewfinder........................................... Z pg. 13

u Grip Strap ............................................ Z pg. 13

i Camera sensor

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

o Microphone

For use when recording.

p Eyepiece .............................................. Z pg. 33

Q Speaker ............................................... Z pg. 28

W LCD Monitor ....................................... Z pg. 15

E Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... Z pg. 13

R Clock Battery Slot ................................ Z pg. 10

T Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... Z pg. 13

38 EN

Indications During Recording

INDEX

Indications

1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... Z pg. 15

Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.

2 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ Z pg. 12

3,7 Program AE Indicator ...................... Z pg. 19

Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when Program AE with special effects is switched from one mode to another by pressing P.AE., then only the indicator remains at 7.

3,8 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... Z pg. 18

Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when the Fade/Wipe is switched from one effect to another by pressing EFFECT, then only the indicator remains at 8.

4 Tape Length Indicator .......................... Z pg. 12

5 Zoom Indicator Bar .............................. Z pg. 16

Zoom Level Indicator Approximate Zoom Ratio

R E

T N

–

432

–

T6I

1+8

6 Recording Indicator ............................. Z pg. 14

9 Picture Stabilizer Indicator ................... Z pg. 16

0 • Interval Timer/Recording Time

Indicator ........................................... Z pg. 25

•5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator................. Z pg. 17

! Bright Level Indicator ........................... Z pg. 14

@ Instant Title Display ............................. Z pg. 23

# Date/Time Display ............................... Z pg. 23

$ Focus Indicator .................................... Z pg. 26

% Exposure Control Level Counter ........... Z pg. 24

^ White Balance Mode Indicator ............. Z pg. 27

& Record–Standby Mode Indicator .......... Z pg. 14

Indications During Playback

2 6 3 1 4 5

TVBOC

EN39

1 Cassette Indicator

Displayed when a tape is loaded.

2 TBC Indicator ...................................... Z pg. 29

3 Tape Counter ....................................... Z pg. 29

4 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ Z pg. 12

5 Tape Running Indicator

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search

: Rewind/Shuttle Search

6 : Pause

6 Tracking Indicator ................................ Z pg. 29

7 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator .......... Z pg. 28

•VOLUME: Speaker Volume

Indicator ........................................... Z pg. 28

LUME

–

––––––

–

–3–:–

–

Warning Indications

Indications Function

Displays the battery remaining power.

Remaining power level: high. It does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged.

Remaining power level: exhausted

As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator power warning). When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording. (Z pg. 10)

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

TAPE END LENS COVER

CONDENSATION

OPERATION P AUSED

PLEASE WAIT

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED

USE CLEANING

CASSETTE

E01— E06 UNIT IN

SAFEGUARD MODE

REMOVE AND

REATT ACH BA TTER Y

Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward. (Z pg. 15)

Blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the lens cover closed.

These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case, all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear, and turn it on again.

These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning cassette. If the warning remains after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

blinks (battery

(Z pg. 14)

40 EN

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, the 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 the battery in a fire.

4. Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be

stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions.

CAUTIONS

Battery Packs

The battery packs are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. To avoid hazard . . .

... do not burn. ... 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 temperatures

are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life. ... avoid prolonged uncharged storage. ... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current even

when switched off.

NOTES:

●

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specifications

Charging .............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)

Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)

●

Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C (68°F.)

●

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

Terminals

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.

EN41

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 or the LCD

monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with

both hands or use the grip. ... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

LCD Monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT . . .

... push it strongly or apply any shocks. ... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on

the bottom.

2. To prolong service life . . .

... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions:

•While using the camcorder, the surface around the

LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

About moisture condensation . . .

● You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass’ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

42 EN

AC Power Adapter/Charger ......................... pg. 8, 9

Animation Recording .................................... pg. 25

Auto Date Record ......................................... pg. 23

Auto Focus .................................................... pg. 26

Auto Shut Off .......................................... pg. 15, 28

Battery Pack .......................................... pg. 8, 9, 40

Brighten The Image ....................................... pg. 24

Brighten The LCD Monitor ............................ pg. 14

Car Battery ...................................................... pg. 9

Cassette Adapter ........................................... pg. 32

Charge Marker ................................................ pg. 8

Charging The Battery Pack .............................. pg. 8

Clean The Camcorder ................................... pg. 33

Clock (Lithium) Battery ................................. pg. 10

Connection To A VCR/TV ............................. pg. 30

Contents ................................................ cover page

Counter Memory ........................................... pg. 29

Darken The Image ........................................ pg. 24

Darken The LCD Monitor ............................. pg. 14

Date/Time Display ........................................ pg. 23

Date/Time Settings ........................................ pg. 11

Demonstration Mode ................................ pg. 7, 22

Digital Zoom ................................................ pg. 21

Diopter Adjustment ....................................... pg. 13

Electronic Fog Filter Mode ............................ pg. 19

Erase Protection ............................................ pg. 10

Exposure Control .......................................... pg. 24

Fade-In/Out .................................................. pg. 18

Fast-Forward Tape ......................................... pg. 28

5 Sec. Recording ........................................... pg. 17

Grip Adjustment............................................ pg. 13

High Speed Shutter Mode ............................. pg. 19

Instant Titles .................................................. pg. 23

Interface Shooting ......................................... pg. 15

JLIP ID NO. ................................................... pg. 22

Journalistic Shooting ..................................... pg. 15

LCD monitor/Viewfinder, Indications ...... pg. 38, 39

Load A Tape .................................................. pg. 10

TERMS

Manual Focus ............................................... pg. 26

Menu Screen ......................................... pg. 20 – 22

ND Effect Mode ............................................ pg. 19

Nega/Posi Mode ........................................... pg. 19

Picture Stabilizer ........................................... pg. 16

Power Switch Position .................................. pg. 14

Program AE With Special Effects ................... pg. 19

Provided Accessories ...................................... pg. 7

Quick Review ............................................... pg. 17

Recording Mode ........................................... pg. 12

Record-Standby ............................................ pg. 14

Retake ........................................................... pg. 17

Rewind The Tape .......................................... pg. 28

Self-Recording .............................................. pg. 15

Sepia Mode ................................................... pg. 19

Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................ pg. 13

Shuttle Search ............................................... pg. 28

Specifications ................................................ pg. 43

Sports Mode .................................................. pg. 19

Still Playback ................................................ pg. 28

Super LoLux (S.LX) ........................................ pg. 21

Tape Counter ................................................ pg. 29

Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 30, 31

Tape Length Setting ....................................... pg. 12

Tele Macro .................................................... pg. 21

Time Base Corrector..................................... pg. 29

Time-Lapse Shooting ..................................... pg. 25

Tracking ........................................................ pg. 29

Tripod Mounting ........................................... pg. 13

Twilight Mode ............................................... pg. 19

Unload A Tape .............................................. pg. 10

Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. pg. 13

White Balance Adjustment ............................ pg. 27

Wide Mode ................................................... pg. 21

Wipe-In/Out.................................................. pg. 18

Zooming ....................................................... pg. 16

SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

General

Format : VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 6.0 V Power consumption

LCD monitor off,

viewfinder on : 4.2 W

LCD monitor on,

viewfinder off : 4.6 W

LCD monitor on,

viewfinder on : 5.2 W

Signal system : NTSC-type Video recording system

Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier

direct recording Conforms to VHS standard

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 (with TC-40)

Operating

temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C

(–4°F to 122°F)

Weight : Approx. 890 g (2.0 lbs) Dimensions : 198 mm x 119 mm x 99 mm (W x H x D) (7-13/16" x 4-11/16" x 3-15/

16") (with the LCD monitor closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward)

Pickup : 1/4" format CCD Lens : F1.6, f = 3.9 to 62.4 mm,

16:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control, filter diameter 40.5 mm

Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with

0.5" black/white CRT

White balance

adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment LCD monitor : 2.5" diagonally measured,

LCD panel/TFT active matrix system

Speaker : Monaural

EN43

Connectors

JLIP : ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head

jack (compatible with RC-5325 plug)

Video : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω unbalanced,

analog output (via Video output connector)

Audio : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ analog

output (via Audio output connector)

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V16U

Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`,

50 Hz/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 : 125 mm x 42 mm x 68 mm (W x H x D) (4-15/16" x 1-11/16" x

2-11/16")

Weight : Approx. 270 g (0.6 lbs)

Cassette Adapter C-P7U

Dimensions : 188 mm x 25 mm x 104 mm (W x H x D) (7-7/16" x 1" x 4-1/8") Weight : Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs) Accessory : “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1

Optional Accessories

•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V856U

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U

•Battery Charger BH-VC10U

•Audio/Video Cable

•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U

•Compact VHS ( ) Cassettes TC-40/30/20

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

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.

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

GR-AXM237UM

Printed in Japan 0100MKV*UN*YP

JVC GR-AXM237UM User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual