JVC GR-D850U, GR-D870U User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

LYT1803-001A

EN SP

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA VIDEOCÁMARA DIGITAL

GR-D850U

GR-D870U

The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-D870.

Las ilustraciones de la videocámara que aparecen este manual de instrucciones son para el modelo GR-D870.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 4 – 6 to ensure safe use of this product.

Estimado cliente:

Gracias por comprar esta videocámara digital. Antes de usarla, lea la información de seguridad y las precauciones contenidas en las páginas 4 – 6 para garantizar un uso seguro de este producto.

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

ESPAÑOL ENGLISH

JVC GR-D850U, GR-D870U User Manual

2 EN Easy Start Guide

1.Preparation

1Attach the battery pack.

Charge the battery pack. ( 16)

Bottom of the camcorder

BATT.

2. Video Recording

1 Open the LCD Monitor.

Notes:

The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. Please charge the battery pack before use.

Use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/ VF823U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. ( 13)

AUTO

Set MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to “VIDEO”. ( 13)

3. Playing Back

1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. ( 13) 2 The screen will be displayed for approx. 3 seconds.

Set MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to “VIDEO”. ( 13)

EN 3

2 Load the cassette. ( 18)

Make sure the window

OPEN/

side is facing out.

EJECT

 

PUSH

Notes:

Before the actual recording of important data, make a trial recording and play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly.

As a start, we recommend you to use the AUTO mode setting A for recording.

3Press the Recording Start/Stop button to start recording.

Note:

To set the date and time. ( 17)

3Select U/ 9 to start playback.

( 8)

Note:

To play back picture on a connected TV. ( 40)

Note:

We recommend cleaning your video heads before use.

If you haven’t used your camcorder for awhile, the heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).

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4 EN

Read This First!

Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording.

Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded

properly.

• We recommend cleaning your video heads before use.

If you haven’t used your camcorder for awhile, the heads may be dirty. We

recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).

Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment.

Video heads can become dirty more easily if your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the camcorder in a bag or other container.

Use SP (Standard Play) mode for important video recordings.

LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more video than SP (Standard Play) mode, but you may experience mosaic-like noise during playback depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment. So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode.

For safety and reliability.

It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries and accessories are used in this camcorder.

This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette,

SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard.

Only cassettes marked “

” and memory

cards marked “

” or “

can be used with this unit.

 

Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes.

Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of commercially available cassette tapes complying with the MiniDV standard, but JVC brand cassette tapes are designed and optimized to maximize the performance of your camcorder.

Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

DO NOT leave the unit

-in place of over 50°C (122°F)

-in place where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (80%).

-in direct sunlight.

-in a closed car in summer.

-near a heater.

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

Do not leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use and check the unit regularly whether it is working or not.

Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Also read “Cautions” on pages 46 – 48.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to fl ame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fi re or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fi re.

To deactivate the demonstration, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. ( 28, 32)

EN 5

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

CAUTIONS:

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere.

This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate

NOTES:

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

The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

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.)

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6 EN

Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover.

Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

WARNING:

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION:

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

If this symbol is shown, it is only valid in the European Union

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 amplifi ers) 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 qualifi ed 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.

 

 

 

 

Contents

EN 7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Getting Started

8

 

Advance Features

28

 

Regarding This Manual .........................

8

Accessories .......................................

8

Attach the Shoulder Strap .........................

9

Attach the Lens Cap..................................

9

Grip Adjustment ......................................

10

Tripod Mounting.......................................

10

Using the SD Card ..................................

11

Index ..............................................

12

LCD Monitor Indications .......................

14

Power .............................................

16

Language Settings..............................

17

Date/Time Settings .............................

17

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......

18

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

18

16:9 Wide Mode.................................

18

Recording & Playback

19

Basic Recording.................................

19

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

19

Quick Review ..........................................

19

Auto/Manual Mode ..................................

20

Time Code...............................................

20

Zoom.......................................................

21

Dual Rec. ................................................

21

Normal Playback................................

21

Variable Shuttle Search...........................

22

Blank Search...........................................

22

D.S.C. Recording &

 

Playback

23

D.S.C. Snapshot ................................

23

Normal Playback Of Images...................

24

Auto Playback Of Images ......................

24

Index Playback Of Files ........................

24

Removing On-Screen Display.................

24

Resetting The File Name ......................

25

Protecting Files .................................

25

Deleting Files ...................................

26

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ...

26

Initializing A Memory Card ....................

27

Menus For Detailed Adjustment ..............

28

Changing The Menu Settings .................

28

Recording Menus ...............................

29

Playback Menus.................................

33

Features For Recording..................

34

LED Light.........................................

34

Live Slow.........................................

34

Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape) .....

34

Manual Focus ...................................

35

Exposure Control................................

35

Iris Lock ..........................................

36

Backlight Compensation .......................

36

Spot Exposure Control..........................

36

White Balance Adjustment ....................

37

Manual White Balance Adjustment ..........

37

Wipe Or Fader Effects ..........................

38

Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects ....

38

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape

 

To A Memory Card ..............................

39

Connections/Editing......................

40

Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................

40

Dubbing To A VCR ..............................

40

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped

With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .....

41

Connection To A Personal Computer.........

42

References

43

Troubleshooting .................................

43

Cautions ..........................................

46

User Maintenance ..............................

49

Specifications ...................................

50

Terms .............................................

51

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8 EN Getting Started

Regarding This Manual

Control lever ( 13)

There are two kinds of operation using the control lever.

 

Operation

To select

¡

6

FOCUS

Move the control lever up.

¢

7

-

Move the control lever down.

¤

y

LIGHT

Move the control lever right.

£

1

QUICK

Move the control lever left.

REVIEW

 

1 Move the control lever towards up/down/

2 Press down the control lever to select SET.

left/right to select.

SET

Icon

Icons such as indicate that the feature is applicable to the specifi ed model only.

Accessories

or

or

 

 

Audio/Video Cable

AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U

(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)

 

Battery Pack

Shoulder Strap

Lens Cap

BN-VF808U

( 9)

( 9)

USB Cable

CD-ROM

Note:

Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

Getting Started

EN 9

Attach the Shoulder Strap

Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet.

Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust its length, and use the strap guide to fi x it in place.

Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad.

Strap Guide

Buckle

Eyelet

Attach the Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

2

3

1

Place here during recording.

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10 EN Getting Started

Grip Adjustment

Open the pad and make grip adjustments.

Remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro.

Velcro Strip

Tripod Mounting

Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw and lock it in place.

Bottom of the camcorder

Using the SD Card

Set the power switch to “OFF”.

1 Open the card cover.

Card Cover ()

2Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge fi rst.

Memory Card

(optional)

Clipped edge

3 Close the Card cover.

To remove the SD Card

Push the SD Card once. After the card comes out a little, pull it out.

Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.

Notes:

Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card, consult its manufacturer or dealer.

Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to format the card ( 27).

PLEASE FORMAT

Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been initialized. Intialize the memory card. ( 27)

CARD ERROR!

Appears when the camcorder does not recognize the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it again.

Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the indication still appears, the memory card is corrupted.

Getting Started EN 11

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12 EN Getting Started

Index

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2

 

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4 3N O

Notes:

The LCD monitor can rotate 270˚.

Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor. However, this is not a malfunction.

Power-linked operation

You can also turn the camcorder on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode.

Controls

!Control Lever ( 8)

£ : Left/Rewind (3) ( 22)/Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] ( 19)

¤ : Right/Fast-Forward (5) ( 22)/ LED Light [LIGHT] ( 34)

¡ : Up/Play/Pause (U/9) ( 21)/

Manual Focus [FOCUS] ( 35)

¢ : Down/Stop (8) ( 21)/Backlight Compensation [-] ( 36)/Spot Exposure ( 36)

Press down : SET

# Menu Button [MENU] ( 21)

$ Auto Button [AUTO] ( 20)

% Data Battery Button [DATA] ( 17)

& MEMORY/VIDEO Switch ( 13) ( Recording Start/Stop Button ( 19)

)Zoom Lever [T/W] ( 21)/

Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –] ( 21) * Power Switch [REC, OFF, PLAY]

+ Lock Button

,Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/ EJECT] ( 18)

- Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( 16)

.16:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] ( 18)/ Blank Search [BLANK] ( 22)/

Index Button [INDEX] ( 24)

/Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ( 21, 34)/ Live Slow Button [SLOW]

( 34)

Connectors

dUSB (Universal Serial Bus)

Connector ( 42)

eDigital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT] (i.LINK*) ( 41, 42)

*i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specifi cation and extensions

thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.LINK standard.

The connectors are located beneath the cover. f Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] ( 40) g DC Input Connector [DC] ( 16)

Indicator

R POWER/CHARGE Lamp ( 16)

Getting Started EN 13

Other parts

S LCD Monitor ( 12)

T Shoulder Strap Eyelet ( 9)

U Grip Strap ( 10)

V Camera Sensor

(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.)

W Stereo Microphone

XLens

YSpeaker ( 21)

ZLED Light ( 34)

(Be careful not to cover this area during shooting.)

a Cassette Holder Cover ( 18)

b Stud Hole ( 10)

c Tripod Mounting Socket ( 10)

d Battery Pack Mount ( 16)

e Connector Cover

f Memory Card Slot

g Card Cover

Power Switch Position

Set the Power Switch while pressing down the lock button.

REC:

To perform recording on the tape.

To perform recording in the memory card.

OFF:

To switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

To play back a recording on the tape.

To display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card or PC.

MEMORY/VIDEO

Switch Position

VIDEO:

To record on a tape or play back a tape.

MEMORY:

To record in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card.

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14 EN

 

Getting Started

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LCD Monitor Indications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

During Video Recording Only

 

 

 

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, 15:55

+

!Tape Running Indicator ( 19) (Rotates while tape is running.)

# Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( 18) $ Live Slow Indicator ( 34)

%Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) ( 30) (only LP indicator is displayed)

& Tape Remaining Time ( 19)

( REC: (Appears during recording.) ( 19)/

SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow.) ( 34)

) Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator * Wind Cut Indicator

+ Time Code

,Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) ( 29) (only indicator is displayed)

-SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator ( 30) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.)

+ LCD

11:13AM

 

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,-

!Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( 45)

# Operation Mode ( 20) A : Auto Mode

M : Manual Mode

$ LED Light Indicator ( 34)

% : Night-Alive Indicator ( 39)

: Gain Up Mode ( 29)

& Shutter Speed ( 39)

( White Balance Indicator ( 37)

) Selected Effect Indicator ( 39)

* Selected Program AE Indicator ( 38)

+ LCD : LCD Backlight Indicator

( 31)

(Appears for approx. 5 seconds during

process of switching over to indoor/outdoor

brightness.)

, Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator ( 35)

- Date/Time ( 17)

.. : Spot Exposure Control Indicator ( 36) - : Backlight Compensation Indicator ( 36)

± : Exposure Adjustment Indicator ( 35)

: Iris Lock Indicator ( 36)

/ PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)

0 Remaining Number Of Shots

( 23) (Displays the approximate remaining number of shots that can be stored during D.S.C. recording.)

1Image Quality: FINEand STANDARD(in order of quality) ( 23, 30)

2Card Icon ( 23)

: Appears during shooting.

: Blinks in white when a memory card is

not loaded.

3Shooting Icon

(Appears and blinks during shooting.)

4 Zoom Indicator ( 21)

5 Approximate Zoom Ratio ( 21)

During Video Playback

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! Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( 45)

# Sound Mode Indicator ( 30)

$ Blank Search Indicator ( 22)

%Tape Speed (SP/LP) ( 30) (only LP indicator is displayed)

&Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3, x3 and x10 ( 22)

(U: Playback

5 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search

3 : Rewind/Shuttle Search

9: Pause

) DV IN : DV Input Indicator ( 41, 42)

* Date/Time ( 17)

+ VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator ( 21)

, Time Code ( 20, 31)

Getting Started EN 15

During D.S.C. Playback

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! Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( 45)

# Folder/File Number

$ Operation Mode Indicator

% Date/Time

ENGLISH

16 EN Getting Started

Power

Charging The Battery Pack

1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF” ( 13).

 

To DC

r Arrow

Connector

 

Battery

 

Pack

 

BATT.

 

POWER/

AC Adapter

CHARGE Lamp

 

 

To AC Outlet

 

(110V to 240V)

2Attach the battery pack.

With the “r” (arrow) on the battery pack pointing at the correct direction, slide the battery pack until it locks in place.

3Connect the AC adapter.

The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started.

When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out, charging is fi nished. Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder.

Charging/Recording Time (approx.)

 

Required

Maximum

 

Continuous

Battery Pack

Charging

Recording

 

Time

 

Time

 

 

BN-VF808U

1 hr. 30 min.

2 hrs.

(Provided)

 

 

BN-VF815U

2 hrs. 40 min.

4 hrs. 5 min.

BN-VF823U

3 hrs. 50 min.

6 hrs. 10 min.

Notes:

If a fully charged battery pack is attached to the unit, POWER/CHARGE lamp will blink for approx. 10 seconds before it turns off.

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.

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

After 5 minutes have elapsed in RecordStandby mode with the cassette inserted and no operation is performed, the camcorder will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, the battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camcorder.

Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.

To Detach The Battery Pack

Slide the battery pack while pressing BATT. to detach it.

Using The Battery Pack

Perform step 2 in “Charging The Battery Pack”.

Notes:

Recording time is reduced signifi cantly under the following conditions:

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

The LED Light is used.

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

Checking the Remaining Battery

Power

Attach the battery pack.

BATTERY CONDITION

LEVEL

DATA

100%

MAX TIME

 

 

 

50%

120min

0%

When the Power Switch is set to “OFF”, it is displayed for approx. 5 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold for several seconds.

When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” or “REC”, press DATA again to return to the normal screen.

Data battery status cannot be displayed during playback or while recording is in progress.

If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press DATA several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Battery data display may differ due to the environment change if the LCD Backlight is set to “AUTO”. ( 31)

Using AC Power

Perform step 3 in “Charging The Battery Pack” ( 16).

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.

Getting Started EN 17

Language Settings

The language on the display can be changed ( 28, 32).

1Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”.

( 13)

If set to “REC”, the recording mode should be set to “M” ( 20).

2

 

 

Press MENU.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

Select “SETTING” (

 

).

 

 

 

4

Select “LANGUAGE”, press SET.

1 Select

2 SET

5Select the desired language, press SET.

Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

6Press MENU.

Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off ( 28, 32).

Perform steps 1 3 in “Language Settings”.

1 Select “CLOCK ADJ.”, press SET.

1 Select

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 SET

ENGLISH

2

• Repeat this step to input time display

Select the desired date display format,

 

press SET.

format (Select from “24h” or “12h”), month, date, year, hour and minutes.

• Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu setting.

3 Press MENU.

18 EN Getting Started

Brightness Adjustment Of

The Display

Perform steps 1 2 in “Language Settings” ( 17).

1 Select “DISPLAY” ().

2 Select “LCD BRIGHT”, press SET.

1 Select

Erase

Make sure the window

side is facing out.

protection

 

 

 

 

tab

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cassette holder

 

 

OPEN/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EJECT

PUSH

 

 

Cassette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cover

3 Close the cassette holder cover fi rmly until it locks into place.

2SET

3Select the appropriate brightness, press

SET.

Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

4Press MENU.

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.

1Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks.

2Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH” to close cassette holder.

Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH” to close the cassette holder.

Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.

When the battery pack’s charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing.

Notes:

If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. Turn the camcorder off then on again.

If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.

When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover.

16:9 Wide Mode

You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size. By default, the camcorder is set to record videos at the 16:9 size.

1 Set the MEMORY/VIDEO

Switch to “VIDEO” ( 13).

2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 13).

3 Each press 16:9 switches the screen size.

16:9

 

4:3

 

 

 

Note:

If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may appear to be slightly vertically stretched when playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.

( 28, 31)

Basic Recording

Preparation:

Power ( 16).

Load a cassette ( 18).

Remove the lens cap ( 9).

Open the LCD monitor fully ( 12).

Select videos at 4:3 size or 16:9 (wide) size ( 18).

Zoom Lever

Power Switch

MEMORY/

VIDEO

Recording Start/Stop Button

1 Set the MEMORY/VIDEO

Switch to “VIDEO” ( 13).

2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 13).

3Press the Recording Start/Stop button to start recording. “REC” appears on the display while recording is in progress. To

stop recording, press the Recording Start/ Stop button again.

Approximate recording time

Tape

Recording mode

SP

LP

 

30 min.

30 min.

45 min.

60 min.

60 min.

90 min.

 

 

 

80 min.

80 min.

120 min.

 

 

 

Notes:

If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes and no operation is performed, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, close and reopen the LCD monitor.

When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” ( 20).

To record in LP (Long Play) mode, 30.

Recording & Playback EN 19

NO TAPE!

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed.

USE CLEANING CASSETTE

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette ( 4).

Tape Remaining Time

Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– – – min” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When

the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.

The accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

Quick Review

Enables you to check the end of the last recording.

QUICK REVIEW

Tape is rewound for about several seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in the Recording-Standby mode for the next shot.

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

Slide the Zoom lever repeatedly to change the sound to on/off.

ENGLISH

20 EN Recording & Playback

Auto/Manual Mode

Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator “M” appears on the LCD monitor.

Auto Mode : A

You can record using no special effects or manual adjustments.

Manual Mode : M

Recording is possible by setting various functions manually.

!54/ -!.5!,

Time Code

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confi rm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback.

 

 

 

 

Display

Seconds

 

 

 

 

Frames*

 

 

 

 

(30 frames

 

 

 

 

Minutes

 

 

 

 

= 1 second)

 

 

 

 

 

 

12:34:24

 

* Frames are not displayed during recording.

Recording Start Point

Recording portion

Recorded tape

1 2 3 4

Blank portion

 

1, 3 & 4, time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).

2, time code continues from the last time code number.

If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from

“00:00:00”. To prevent this, perform Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ( 20) in the following cases;

When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape.

When power shuts off during shooting.

When a tape is removed and re-inserted during shooting.

When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Notes:

The time code cannot be reset.

During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.

The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON”. ( 31)

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( 22) to fi nd the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode ( 21).

2Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 13), then start recording.

Zoom

Zoom out

Zoom in

7 nn6/,

4

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto

You can zoom in up to 35X by using the optical zoom.

Zoom magnifi cation over 35X is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 800X. Set (ZOOM) to [70X] or [800X] ( 29).

Optical zoom (up to 35X)

Digital zoom (up to 800X)

Notes:

Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to “W”.

When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”

( 29).

Dual Rec.

You can capture still images without disturbing the recording in progress. Press SNAPSHOT.

16:9

---min

640F

13

PHOTO

A sub screen will be displayed for approx. 6 seconds to show you the snapshot image.

The Still image is saved into the memory card while video is recorded onto the cassette tape.

“REC MEDIA” must be set to “Z (Card)” only. ( 30)

Recording & Playback EN 21

Normal Playback

 

VOL. +/-

MEMORY/VIDEO

16:9

Power

BLANK/

Switch

INDEX

 

4/9

 

3

 

 

5

8

Speaker

MENU

 

1 Load a cassette ( 18).

2 Set the MEMORY/VIDEO

Switch to “VIDEO” ( 13).

3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” ( 13).

SET

The above screen (referring to the control lever ( 8)) will be displayed for approx. 3 seconds on the LCD Monitor.

4To start playback, press U/ 9.

To pause during playback, press U/ 9.

• If still playback continues for more than

about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.

To resume normal playback, press U/ 9.

To stop playback, press 8.

During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5 to fast-forward the tape.

Press SET to display the guide operation screen.

To control the speaker volume

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

ENGLISH

22 EN Recording & Playback

Notes:

The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV ( 40).

If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically.

When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.

HDV

Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV format are detected. The pictures in the HDV format cannot be played back with this camcorder.

Variable Shuttle Search

Allows variable-speed search in either direction during video playback.

During playback, press 5 once or twice for forward search, or 3 once or twice for reverse search.

3

5

 

 

 

 

x-10

x-3

x3

x10

 

 

 

 

To resume normal playback, press U/ 9.

During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes.

Attention:

During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible across the screen.

Blank Search

Helps you fi nd where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( 20).

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback” ( 21).

2Press BLANK.

The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion.

To cancel Blank Search, press 8 or

BLANK.

Notes:

Before starting Blank Search, if the current position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.

A blank portion which is shorter than

5 seconds of tape may not be detected.

The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.

D.S.C. Recording & Playback EN 23

This operating instruction ( 23 - 27) is applicable to model .

Preparation:

Power ( 16).

Open the LCD monitor fully ( 12).

Load a Memory Card ( 11).

Remove the lens cap ( 9).

 

 

Power

[PLAY] U/ 9, ¡

Switch

16:9

BLANK/ SNAPSHOT

 

INDEX

 

SET

INDEX

 

¤

 

 

 

£

 

 

 

MENU

MEMORY/VIDEO

MENU

[STOP] 8, ¢

D.S.C. Snapshot

You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card.

1Set the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to “MEMORY”.

2Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 13).

• To change the Image Quality, ( 30).

3Press SNAPSHOT. The “PHOTO” indication appears while the snapshot is being taken.

To delete unwanted still images, refer to

“Deleting Files” ( 26).

When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set “MELODY” to “OFF” ( 32).

Note:

If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “REC” and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again close and re-open the LCD monitor.

CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH

Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images when the write protection tab on the SD Memory Card is set to the “LOCK” position.

MEMORY CARD!

Appears if there is no memory card loaded when the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed.

Approximate Number of Storable Images

• The number increases or decreases depending on the Image Quality, etc.

Image Quality

 

 

 

SD Memory Card

 

 

 

8 MB

16 MB

32 MB

64 MB

128 MB

256 MB

512 MB

1GB

2GB

 

640 x 480/FINE

47

95

205

425

860

1700

3350

6800

12200

640 x 360/FINE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

640 x 480/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STANDARD

160

295

625

1285

2500

5180

10000

20500

30600

640 x 360/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STANDARD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Image Quality

MultiMedia Card

8 MB

16 MB

32 MB

 

640 x 480/FINE

55

105

215

640 x 360/FINE

 

 

 

640 x 480/ STANDARD

190

320

645

640 x 360/ STANDARD

 

 

 

Attention:

When using a high-capacity SD card, it takes time to start recording after the power is turned on if the free space on the SD card is small.

Check the recording operation before use, and if you still feel it takes too long to record, reduce

the used area on your SD card by transferring the data from your SD card to a computer.

ENGLISH

24 EN

 

 

D.S.C. Recording & Playback

 

 

Normal Playback Of Images

Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like fl ipping through a photo album.

1Perform “Preparation” in “D.S.C. Snapshot”. ( 23)

2Set the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to “MEMORY”. ( 13)

3Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. ( 13)

• A stored image is displayed.

4Press £ to display the previous fi le. Press ¤ to display the next fi le.

Note:

Images shot and stored on the card with another device with resolutions other than “640 x 480” will be displayed as thumbnails only. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC.

NO IMAGES STORED

Appears if there are no image fi les stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback.

?

Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible with DCF or a file with a size that is not compatible with this camcorder.

Auto Playback Of Images

You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically.

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images”.

2Press 6 to start Auto Playback.

If you press £ during Auto Playback, fi les are displayed in descending order.

If you press ¤ during Auto Playback, fi les are displayed in ascending order.

3To end Auto Playback, press 8.

Index Playback Of Files

You can view several different fi les stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular fi le you want.

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images”.

2Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.

3Press ¢, ¡, £ or ¤ to move the frame to the desired fi le.

4Press SET. The selected fi le is displayed.

Selected file

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Index number

Removing On-Screen Display

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images”.

2 Press MENU.

3 Select “DISPLAY” ().

4Select “ON SCREEN”, press SET. The ON SCREEN menu appears.

Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

5Select “OFF”, press SET.

ON

6Press MENU.

The operation mode indicator, folder/fi le number, date/time and battery remaining power indicator disappear.

To display the indicators again, select “ON”.

D.S.C. Recording & Playback EN 25

Resetting The File Name

By resetting the fi le name, a new folder will be made. The new fi les you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new fi les from previously made

fi les.

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 24).

2 Press MENU.

3 Select “MEMORY CARD” ( ).

4Select “NO.RESET”, press SET. The NO. RESET screen appears.

5Select “EXECUTE”, press SET. The new folder (such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the fi le name of the next shot starts from DVC00001.

Note:

If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder

(such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the fi le name will start again from DVC00001.

Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of fi les.

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 24).

2 Press MENU.

3 Select “MEMORY CARD” ( ).

4 Select “PROTECT”, press SET. The PROTECT menu appears.

Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

To protect the currently displayed file

5Select “CURRENT”, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears.

7 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

To cancel

“RETURN”.

Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all files you

 

want to protect.

 

To protect all files stored in the memory card

5Select “PROT.ALL”, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears.

6Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.

Note:

If the “x” mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected.

To Remove Protection

doing the following, perform steps

1 4 in “Protecting Files”.

To remove protection from the currently displayed file

5Select “CURRENT”, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears.

6 Press £ or ¤ to select the desired fi le.

7 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel

 

“RETURN”.

 

Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all fi les you want to remove protection.

To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card

5Select “CANC.ALL”, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears.

6Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

ENGLISH

6 Press £ or ¤ to select the desired fi le.

26 EN

 

 

D.S.C. Recording & Playback

 

 

Deleting Files

Previously stored fi les can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 24).

2 Press MENU.

3 Select “MEMORY CARD” ( ).

4Select “DELETE”, press SET. The DELETE Menu appears.

Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

To delete the currently displayed file

5Select “CURRENT”, press SET. The DELETE screen appears.

6 Press £ or ¤ to select the desired fi le.

7 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel

select “RETURN”.

Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all fi les you want to delete.

Note:

If the “x” mark appears, the selected fi le is protected and cannot be deleted.

To delete all files stored in the memory card

5Select “ALL”, press SET. The DELETE screen appears.

6Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.

Notes:

Protected fi les ( 25) cannot be deleted. To delete them, remove protection fi rst.

Setting Print Information

(DPOF Setting)*

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing.

*Up to a maximum limit of 999 stored fi les in the memory card.

To Print All Still Images (One Print

For Each)

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 24).

2 Press MENU.

3 Select “MEMORY CARD” ( ).

4Select “DPOF”, press SET. The DPOF Menu appears.

Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

5Select “ALL 1”, press SET. The DPOF screen appears.

ALL 1?

6Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

Once fi les are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check fi les before deleting.

D.S.C. Recording & Playback EN 27

To Print By Selecting Still Images

And Number Of Prints

1Perform steps 1 4 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” ( 26).

2Select “CURRENT”, press SET. The DPOF screen appears.

3 Press £ or ¤ to select the desired fi le.

4Press ¢ or ¡ to select the number indication (00), and press SET.

5Select the number of prints by pressing ¡ to increase the number, or ¢ to decrease the number, and press SET.

To Reset The Number Of Prints

1Perform steps 1 4 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” ( 26).

2Select “RESET”, press SET. The DPOF screen appears.

3Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still images.

Caution:

While performing the above, never disconnect power, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted.

Note:

When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction. By recording with “DIS” deactivated ( 29) this can be avoided.

Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of prints.

The number of prints can be set up to 15.

To correct the number of prints, select the image again and change the number.

6Select “RETURN”, press SET. The “SAVE?” appears.

 

 

 

 

• If you

change any settings in step 3

through 5 , the DPOF Menu reappears.

7Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.

• To cancel selection, select “CANCEL”.

Initializing A Memory Card

You can initialize a memory card any time. After initializing, all fi les and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared.

1Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 24).

2 Press MENU.

3 Select “MEMORY CARD” ( ).

4Select “FORMAT”, press SET. The FORMAT menu appears.

5Select “EXECUTE”, press SET. The memory card is initialized.

When initialization is fi nished, “NO IMAGES STORED” appears.

To cancel initialization, select “CANCEL”.

ENGLISH

28 EN Menus For Detailed Adjustment

Changing The Menu Settings

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to- use, on-screen menu system that simplifi es many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( 28 – 33).

Power Switch

1 Select

2 SET

MENU

MENU

1 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( 12)

2For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus:

Set the MEMORY/VIDEO

Switch to “VIDEO” or “MEMORY”.

Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 13).

Set the recording mode to “M” ( 20).

For Video Playback Menus:

Set the MEMORY/VIDEO

Switch to “VIDEO”. ( 13)

Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” ( 13).

For D.S.C. Playback Menu, refer to “D.S.C. Recording & Playback”. ( 23)

3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Screen for Video and

Screen for Video

 

 

D.S.C.

Playback Menu

 

Recording

Menu

 

SNAP/SLOW

(RECORDING) is available for Video Recording Menu only.

*Applicable for only.

4Press £ or ¤ to select the desired function menu. Setting procedure hereafter depends on the selected function.

Example: FUNCTION menu.

Select “ ” and then press SET to exit.

5Press ¡ or ¢ to select the desired selection, press SET.

Example: WIPE/FADER menu.

1 Select

2 SET

6Press ¡ or ¢ to select the desired selection, press SET.

Press £ to return to the previous menu screen.

7Press MENU.

Note:

Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus.

Menus For Detailed Adjustment EN 29

Recording Menus

The following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.

Each setting (except “EFFECT” and “SHUTTER”) which is set in Video Recording Menu is also applied in the D.S.C Recording Menu.

 

Menus

 

Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset

 

 

WIPE/FADER*

( 38), “Wipe or Fader Effects”.

 

 

FUNCTION

PROGRAM AE

( 38, 39), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.

 

EFFECT

( 38, 39), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.

 

 

 

 

EXPOSURE

( 35), “Exposure Control”.

 

 

 

W. BALANCE

( 37), “White Balance Adjustment”.

 

 

 

SHUTTER

( 38, 39), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.

 

 

ZOOM*

[35X]: When set to “35X” while using digital zoom, the zoom

 

 

 

magnifi cation will reset to 35X since digital zoom will be

 

 

 

disengaged.

 

 

 

 

70X:

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing

 

 

 

and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 35X

 

 

 

(the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 70X digital

 

 

 

magnifi cation.

 

 

 

 

800X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing

 

 

 

and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 35X

 

 

 

(the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 800X digital

 

 

 

magnifi cation.

 

 

 

TELE MACRO

[OFF]: Disables the function.

 

 

 

 

ON:

When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m (3.3 ft), set

 

 

 

“TELE MACRO” to “ON”. You can shoot a subject as large as

 

 

 

possible at a distance of approx. 50 cm (1.8 ft). Depending

CAMERA

 

 

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

DIS*

OFF

: Disables the function. (DIS disable icon “

” appears.)

 

 

 

[ON]:

To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-

 

 

 

shake, particularly at high magnifi cation.

 

 

 

Notes:

 

 

 

 

 

• Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive,

 

 

or depending on the shooting condition.

 

 

 

• Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

 

 

• DIS cannot be activated when “NIGHT” in “PROGRAM AE”, or

 

 

“STROBE” in “EFFECT” is selected or when LIGHT is set to on or when

 

 

SNAPSHOT is pressed.

 

 

 

GAIN UP

OFF:

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

 

 

 

adjustment.

 

 

 

 

[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

 

 

AUTO: The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting

 

 

 

a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed

 

 

 

provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the

 

 

 

subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. The overall

 

 

 

appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being

 

 

 

automatically adjusted, “

” is displayed.

 

*Available only when the MEMORY/VIDEO switch is set to “VIDEO”.

ENGLISH

30 EN Menus For Detailed Adjustment

CAMERA

RECORDING

Menus

WIND CUT*

IMAGE QUALITY

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

SNAP/SLOW

REC MEDIA

Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset

[OFF]: Disengages the function.

ON: Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “” indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.

[FINE ()]/STANDARD ()

The Image Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. For the approx. number of storable images, ( 23)

[SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode. (SP indicator does not appear on the screen.)

LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time.

Note:

During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.

[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models).

16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models).

[SNAP ]: Snapshot mode. SLOW : Live Slow mode.

For details on the procedure, refer to “Live Slow” ( 34) and Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape)” ( 34).

When Snapshot recording is performed,

 

 

(Tape): Still images are recorded only onto the tape.

 

 

 

 

/

(Tape/Card): Still images are recorded not only onto

 

 

 

 

 

the tape but also in the memory card

 

 

 

(640 x 480 pixels).

[

 

](Card): Still images are recorded into the Memory Card only.

 

 

 

Select this setting to perform Dual Rec. ( 21)

(RECORDING) is available for Video Recording Menu only.

* Available only when the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch is set to “VIDEO”.

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