JVC GR-AXM241U User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH LYT0899-001A
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM745
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. Serial No.
COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD
Printed in Malaysia
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1101MKV
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PJ
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read PRECAUTIONS (
pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).
• Available when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ”.
• Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
• “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.
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• To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch 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 MENU Wheel
NOTES:
• When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available.
• If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
1
to “ ” and press the MENU Wheel 1 in
1
to select “OFF” and press it.

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Adapter
AP-V12U, AP-V11U or AP-V10U
• Remote Control Unit RM-V715U
• Lens Cap
• CD-ROM
• AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for Remote Control Unit)
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
•Battery Pack BN-V11U
• AA (R6) Battery (for Cassette Adapter)
• PC Connection Cable•Shoulder Strap
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.
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PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
NOTES:
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
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.
Cassettes marked and can be used used with this camcorder.
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The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States. The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. JVC’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (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.)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(1) Read these instructions. (2) Keep these instructions. (3) Heed all warnings. (4) Follow all instructions. (5) Do not use this apparatus near water. (6) Clean only with dry cloth. (7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
(8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
(10) Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufac­turer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of time.
(12) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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INDEX

A
AC Adapter.................................................................pg. 6
Animation Recording ..........................................pg. 21, 24
Audio Dubbing .........................................................pg. 24
Auto Date Record ....................................................pg. 19
Auto Focus ...............................................................pg. 18
Auto Shut Off ...........................................................pg. 11
B
Battery Pack .........................................................pg. 6, 26
Blue Filter Effect ...................................................... pg. 23
Brighten The Image ................................................. pg. 18
Brighten The LCD Monitor ....................................... pg. 11
C
Cassette Adapter .....................................................pg. 16
Charge Marker ...........................................................pg. 6
Charging The Battery Pack ........................................pg. 6
Classic Film Effect....................................................pg. 23
Clean The Camcorder ..............................................pg. 27
Connection To a VCR/TV ......................................... pg. 15
Connection To A PC .................................................pg. 16
Counter Memory ...................................................... pg. 14
D
Darken The Image ...................................................pg. 18
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................................... pg. 11
Date/Time Display ....................................................pg. 19
Date/Time Settings .....................................................pg. 7
Demonstration Mode ............................................pg. 1, 21
Digital Effects ...........................................................pg. 23
Digital Zoom .............................................................pg. 20
Diopter Adjustment .....................................................pg. 8
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode .......................................pg. 23
Erase Protection ........................................................pg. 8
Exposure Control ..................................................... pg. 18
F
Fade-In/Out ..............................................................pg. 22
Fast-Forward Tape ...................................................pg. 11
G
Grip Adjustment .........................................................pg. 8
H
High Speed Shutter Mode ........................................pg. 23
I
Insert Editing ............................................................pg. 24
Instant Titles .............................................................pg. 19
L
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder, Indications ..............pg. 9, 10, 17
Load A Tape ...............................................................pg. 8
M
Manual Focus ..........................................................pg. 18
Menu Screen .................................................... pg. 18 – 21
Monotone Effect .......................................................pg. 23
Mosaic Effect ...........................................................pg. 23
N
ND Effect Mode ........................................................ pg. 23
Nega/Posi Mode ......................................................pg. 23
Night-Alive ................................................................ pg. 22
P
Picture Stabilizer ......................................................pg. 12
Playback ..................................................................pg. 11
Playback Special Effects.......................................... pg. 14
Playback Zoom ........................................................ pg. 24
Program AE with Special Effects ............................. pg. 23
Provided Accessories ................................................ pg. 2
Q
Quick Review ...........................................................pg. 13
R
Recording, Advanced Features.......................... pg. 22, 23
Recording, Start/Stop ............................................... pg. 11
Recording Format (S-VHS/S-VHS ET) .................... pg. 20
Recording Mode ....................................................... pg. 20
Record-Standby ....................................................... pg. 11
Red Filter Effect ....................................................... pg. 23
Remote Control ........................................................pg. 24
Retake ...................................................................... pg. 13
Rewind The Tape ..................................................... pg. 11
S
Self-Recording ......................................................... pg. 11
Sepia Mode ..............................................................pg. 23
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................................pg. 8
Snapshot ..................................................................pg. 12
Snapshot During Playback ....................................... pg. 12
Solarization Effect ....................................................pg. 23
Specifications ...........................................................pg. 28
Sports Mode ............................................................. pg. 23
Still Playback ............................................................ pg. 11
Stretch Effect ........................................................... pg. 23
Strobe Effect ............................................................ pg. 23
Super LoLux (S.LX) ................................................. pg. 19
Super VHS Expansion Technology ..........................pg. 20
T
Tape Counter ........................................................... pg. 14
Tape Dubbing ...........................................................pg. 15
Tape Length Setting .................................................pg. 21
Tele Macro ............................................................... pg. 21
Time Base Corrector ............................................... pg. 14
Time-Lapse Shooting .........................................pg. 21, 24
Tracking ................................................................... pg. 14
Tripod Mounting .........................................................pg. 8
Twilight Mode ...........................................................pg. 23
U
Unload A Tape ............................................................ pg. 8
V
Video Echo Effect..................................................... pg. 23
Video Light ............................................................... pg. 13
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................... pg. 8
W
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... pg. 19
Wide Mode ...............................................................pg. 20
Wipe-In/Out ..............................................................pg. 22
Z
Zooming ...................................................................pg. 13
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GETTING STARTED

Hook on.
BATTERY RELEASE Switch
Battery pack
Push in.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Perform step 1) of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PAC K”.
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
BN-V11U
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U (optional)
BN-V400U (optional)
( ):when the video light is on
Viewfinder on
95
(50)
95
(50) 150
(85) 360
(205)
LCD monitor on
80
(45)
80
(45) 135
(75) 315
(190)
Power Switch
To DC IN connector
AC Adapter
To AC outlet
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks in place.
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur.
2) Set the Power Switch
AC Adapter to the DC IN connector
3) Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The
CHARGE lamp has started.
4) When the CHARGE lamp
stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
... slide BATTERY RELEASE
battery pack.
Battery pack
BN-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional)
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
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to OFF. Connect the
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blinks to indicate charging
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stops blinking but
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and pull out the
Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 2 hrs. 20 min. approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.
USING AC POWER
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder ( step
2) and 3) of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”).
The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
ATTENTION
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
REFRESH:
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before recharging or storing it for a long period of time, otherwise the battery performance will be reduced.
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of “CHARGING
THE BATTERY PACK”.
2) Press REFRESH
REFRESH lamp discharging has started.
3) When discharging is finished, charging
automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp blinks.
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for over 2 seconds. The
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blinks to indicate
Charge marker helps you remember whether the battery pack has been charged or not. Two colors are provided (red and black)you choose which one means charged and which means discharged.
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During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot be operated.
Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used.
When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp
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may not light. Remove the battery pack from
the camcorder, then try charging again.
If a fully-charged batterys operation time remains extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please purchase a new one.
Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C 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 time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
The following operation stops charging or discharging:
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Set the Power Switch
to ”, “ ” or “ ”.
Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet.
Detach the battery from the camcorder.
Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/
Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/ V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter near a radio.
Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or 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.
Date/Time Settings
1) Set the Power Switch @ to “ ”.
2) Press the MENU Wheel
Screen appears.
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel
4
TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display
SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel
4
select
NEXT and press it to display the next
page.
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel
TIME and press it. The DATE/TIME Menu appears.
5) To set “YEAR, MONTH, DAY or TIME
(hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel select the desired item, and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel
1
until the correct setting appears and then
press it. The setting stops blinking.
6) When none of these settings (“YEAR,
“MONTH”, “DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the
MENU Wheel
1
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight
4
bar on
RETURN.
7) Press the MENU Wheel
Screen.
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME
pg. 19) in CAMERA MENU.
DISP. (
The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting.
1
in. The Menu
1
to select
1
1
to select “DATE/
1
to
to select “EXIT”, and press it.
1
in to close the Menu
to
12-hour indication
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with AM or PM
Grip Adjustment
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1) Separate the Velcro strip.
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button
3
Power Zoom Lever
. Refasten the Velcro strip.
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and
3
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Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the tripod mounting socket tighten the screw.
CAUTION
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod.
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Viewfinder Adjustment
1) Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ”.
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2) Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
until the
180°180°
PAUSE
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Thread the strap through the eyelet y, then fold it back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet twisted. Adjust the length.
y
, making sure the strap is not
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
1) Open the LCD monitor fully. Slide EJECT
until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force to open.
2) Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting,
make sure the label is facing outward. appears when a cassette is loaded.
3) Press the Close button
holder until it locks into place. Close the LCD monitor.
Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.
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 or detached from the power source.
Cassette holder
i
to close the cassette
t
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y
Gear
Turn to take up slack.
Erase Protection tab
8
Eyepiece

CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS

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Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.
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Viewfinder
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Speaker
Video light
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Microphone
During shooting
Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder.
LCD monitor
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1
MENU Wheel [, +] ..................................... pg. 18
BRIGHT Wheel [, +] .................................. pg. 11
TRACKING Wheel [, +] ............................. pg. 14
2
Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ..................... pg. 12
3
Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ............................ pg. 13
Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] .................. pg. 11
4
Picture Stabilizer Button
[P.STABILIZER] ........................................... pg. 12
Time Base Corrector Button [TBC].............. pg. 14
5
S-Video Output Connectors [S] ..................... pg. 15
6
Audio Output Connector [A] .......................... pg. 15
7
Video Output Connector [V] .......................... pg. 15
8
Battery Release Switch
[BATTERY RELEASE] .................................... pg. 6
9
DC IN Connector ............................................. pg. 6
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Digital Connector [DIGITAL]
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Recording Start/Stop Button ......................... pg. 11
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Power Switch [ , OFF, , ] .............. pg. 11
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Video Light Switch
[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON] ................................ pg. 13
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Stop Button [STOP] ....................................... pg. 11
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Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ............ pg. 13
Quick Review Button [ R] ...................... pg. 13
Rewind Button [R] ....................................... pg. 11
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Play/Pause Button ......................................... pg. 11
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Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] ........... pg. 13
Fast-Forward Button [F] .............................. pg. 11
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CHARGE Lamp ............................................... pg. 6
(
POWER/REFRESH Lamp .............................. pg. 6
)
Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE]................. pg. 22
Counter Reset/Memory Button
[COUNTER R/M] ......................................... pg. 14
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Program AE Button [P.AE] ............................. pg. 23
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Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] ................... pg. 23
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NIGHT-ALIVE Button .................................... pg. 22
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REFRESH Button ............................................ pg. 6
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EJECT Switch ................................................. pg. 8
y
Shoulder Strap Eyelets ................................... pg. 8
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Battery Pack Mount ......................................... pg. 6
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Close Button .................................................... pg. 8
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Diopter Adjustment Control ............................. pg. 8
p
Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
Remote Sensor ....................................... pg. 9, 17
Q
Grip Strap ........................................................ pg. 8
W
Tripod Mounting Socket .................................. pg. 8
E
Infrared Beam Transmitting Window ......... pg. 9, 17
R
ZOOM (T/W) Buttons .............................. pg. 13, 24
T
PLAY Button .................................................. pg. 11
Y
REW Button (Functions the same as %)
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STOP Button (Functions the same as $)
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INSERT Button .............................................. pg. 24
O
REC TIME Button ........................................ pg. 24
ANIM. Button ............................................... pg. 24
P
START/STOP Button (Functions the same as 0)
a
FF Button (Functions the same as &)
s
PAUSE Button ............................................... pg. 11
d
A.DUB Button ................................................ pg. 24
f
INT.TIME Button .......................................... pg. 24
SELF TIMER Button (non-functional)
1
Tape Remaining Time ................................... pg. 21
2
Recording Mode Indicator ............................. pg. 20
3
Digital Effect Indicator ................................. pg. 23
Program AE Indicator .................................. pg. 23
Night-Alive Indicator .................................... pg. 22
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator...................... pg. 22
4
Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET) ............ pg. 20
5
Tape Length Indicator .................................... pg. 21
6
Zoom Indicator Bar ........................................ pg. 13
Zoom Level Indicator Approximate Zoom Ratio
7
Recording Indicator ....................................... pg. 11
8
Digital Effect Indicator ................................... pg. 23
9
Program AE Indicator .................................. pg. 23
Night-Alive Indicator .................................... pg. 22
0
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ........................ pg. 22
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Picture Stabilizer Indicator ............................ pg. 12
@
Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator ........... pg. 21
#
Bright Level Indicator .................................... pg. 11
$
Instant Title Display ....................................... pg. 19
%
Date/Time Display ......................................... pg. 19
^
Focus Indicator .............................................. pg. 18
&
Exposure Control Level Counter ................... pg. 18
*
White Balance Mode Indicator ...................... pg. 19
(
S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording
Indicator ........................................................ pg. 20
)
Record-Standby Mode Indicator ................... pg. 11
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: Cassette Indicator................................. pg. 8
w: Insert Editing Indicator ........................... pg. 24
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TBC Indicator ................................................ pg. 14
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Playback Special Effect Indicator .................. pg. 14
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Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET) ............ pg. 20
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Tape Counter ........................................... pg. 14, 24
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Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ............... pg. 20
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Tape Running Indicator
4
: Playback
3
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
2
: Rewind/Shuttle Search
6 : Pause e4: Audio Dubbing
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Tracking Indicator .......................................... pg. 14
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Tape Counter ................................................. pg. 24
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BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator ................... pg. 11
VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator ........... pg. 11
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