Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which is located on the bottom of
cabinet. Retain this information for
future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LYT0186-001B
2 EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this Digital Video
Camera. 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 (Z pg. 9).
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read
these as well.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated
for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
..... refer to “Controls, Indications and Connectors”
(Z pgs. 78 – 83) 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
your new camcorder.
You are recommended to carefully read the
cautions on pages 84 – 86 before use.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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.
IMPORTANT:
n Never use any AC Power Adapter/Battery
Charger other than the one provided with this
camcorder.
n If you lose the provided AC Power Adapter/
Battery Charger or if it malfunctions, please
consult your nearest JVC service dealer.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Warning on lithium cell battery (for remote
control unit)
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or
incinerate.
Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita
Electronic), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
n Dispose of used battery properly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
NOTES:
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The AA-V80U AC Po wer Adapter/Charger should
be used with:
AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada,
AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.
CAUTION (applies to the AA-V80U)
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION (s'applique à l'AA-V80U)
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE
LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSCtype 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-V814U/BN-V856U battery packs and, to
recharge it, the provided multi-voltage AC Power
Adapter/Charger AA-V80U. (An appropriate
conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different
countries.)
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. Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a
grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety
feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
2. 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.
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
4. 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.
EN 3
5. 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.
6. 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
4 EN
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.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
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.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder 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 attach and use
the provided shoulder strap securely. Carrying or
holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the
LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the
cassette 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.
EN 5
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as
there is a risk of fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery terminals, or
the battery itself, to come in contact with metals, as
this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a
fire.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but possess a
large power capacity. However, when the battery
pack becomes cool in an environment subject to
cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), the battery
pack has a characteristic that its usage time
becomes shorter and may cease to function. If this
happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or
other warm, protected place for a short time, then
re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery
pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using some kind of heating pad, make
sure the battery pack does not come in direct
contact with the pad.)
n This camcorder is designed exclusively for
the
digital video cassette. Only
cassettes marked can be used with this
unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini
DV mark.
.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible
with other digital video formats.
.... 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.)
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
6 EN
TW
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
Adapter/Charger AA-V80U
AC Power
MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min
(DVM-30) M-DV30ME
Battery pack BN-V814U (X2)
Remote control unit
RM-V711U
Lithium battery CR2025 for
remote control unit
Battery pack BN-V856U
Shoulder Strap
Editing cable
(ø 3.5 mini-plug, 2 poles)
EN 7
VIDEO/AUDIO cable
(camcorder to TV or VCR,
ø 3.5 mini-plug 4 RCA plug)
DC cordCleaning cloth
Power pack
S-VIDEO cable
CD-ROM
The CD ROM contains
the following
3 software programs:
•JLIP Video Capture
•JLIP Video Producer
•MGI PhotoSuite SE
Battery pouch
AUDIO cable
JLIP-PC connection cable
VC-VJ49WU
8 EN
The digital video camera converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording.
A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and color signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are
identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analog to Digital) converter
samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 3.375 MHz, and changes them to an 8-bit quantum signal.
Sound sampled at 48 kHz is changed to a 16-bit quantum signal, and sound sampled at 32 kHz is converted
to a 12-bit signal.
ABOUT DV
NOTE:
The data recorded on a tape is digital, but the output of this camcorder is analog.
VIDEO
Lens
Chrominance (C)
AUDIO
Mic
This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape.
Head tracking direction
Luminance Signal (Y)
Color Difference
Signal (R-Y)
Chromatic
Analysis
Color Difference
Signal (B-Y)
conversion
conversion
conversion
conversion
Sub-Code Area
10 tracks/frame
A/D
A/D
A/D
A/D
Tape direction
Video Area
compression
Audio Area
ITI Area
Signal
Recording by
rotating head
helical scan
5.24 mm / 1/5"
6.35 mm / 1/4"
1 Sub-Code Area
The Time Code and Date/Time data are
written here, separate from the video
data. This enables you to display the date
and time during playback, even if they
weren’t displayed while recording.
2 Video Area
The digital video signal is recorded here.
3 Audio Area
The digital audio signal is recorded here.
4 ITI (Insert and Tracking
Information) Area
Insert editing and post-recording editing
tracking signals are recorded here.
CONTENTS
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
ABOUT DV
GETTING STARTED
Charging The Battery Pack ..................................................................10
Installing The Battery Pack .................................................................11
You can charge one battery pack at a time, or two consecutively.
GETTING ST AR TED
ATTACH
To AC outlet
Charger
indicator 1
Power lamp
Charger indicator 2
SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER
1
Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power
cord in to an AC outlet. The power lamp comes
on.
ATTACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
2
Attach while making sure the marks are
facing down and aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter/Charger.
•The Charger Indicator (1 or 2) begins blinking to
indicate charging has started.
CONFIRM STATUS
3
When the charger indicator stops blinking but
stays lit, charging is finished.
•If two batteries are attached to the charger, they
will be charged in the order that they were
attached.
DETACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
4
Slide the battery or batteries in the direction of
the arrow and lift off.
•Remember to unplug the AC Power Adapter/
Charger’s power cord from an AC outlet.
Battery pack
DC OUT jack
Power cord
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V80U
See the Additional Reference Manual for more
information on charging the Battery Pack BN-V856U.
NOTES:
●
●
●
●
●
●
DETACH
Power cord
If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the
adapter during battery charging, power is
supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.
When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, be
sure to use the supplied power cord only.
The AC Power Adapter/Charger is for use with the
BN-V814U or BN-V856U Battery Packs only.
When charging the Battery Pack for the first time
or after a long storage period, the Charger
Indicator may not light. In this case, remove the
Battery Pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger,
then try charging again.
Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes
electricity internally, it becomes warm during use.
Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
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.
CHARGING TIME
BATTERY
BN-V814U
BN-V856U
Approx. 1hr. 50 min.
Approx. 6hrs. 30 min.
ONE
TWO
Approx. 3hrs. 40 min.
EN 11
Charging Environment
Perform charging w here the temperature is between 10° and 30°C ( 50°F and 86°F). 20° to 25°C (68°F to 7 7°F) is
the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
Continuous Shooting
Continuous shooting is possible (See table below for recording time) under the following conditions:
•T he temperature is approximately 20°C/68°F
However, . . .
•If the temperature is below 10°C/50°F, or
•If zoom or Record-Standby are engaged or LCD monitor is used repeatedly, continuous shooting capability
is reduced significantly. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to
cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
Approximate recording time
Battery Pack
BN-V814U
BN-V856U
* Using one battery installed in the camcorder
** Using two batteries; one in the camcorder and one in the provided Power Pack attached to the camcorder
LCD monitor off/Viewfinder on
1 hr. 40 mim.*
3 hrs.**
6 hrs.
LCD monitor on/Viewfinder off
1 hr. 20 mim.*
2 hr. 20 mim.**
5 hrs.
Installing The Battery Pack
The battery pack does not charge while in the camcorder. Before installation, make sure the battery pack has
been charged fully.
Battery cover
Battery
Hook
Open switch (BATTERY)
OPEN BATTERY COVER
1
Slide the open switch.
INSERT CHARGED BATTERY
2
Insert the mark end of the battery first until
you hear a click. The hook rises. Inserting the
battery backwards will result in malfunction.
CLOSE BATTERY COVER
3
NOTES:
●
To remove the battery, turn off the camcorder,
open the battery cover and push down the hook.
●
Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
●
The hook is tight to prevent the battery from
dropping.
●
See the Additional Reference Manual for more
information on using the Battery Pack BN-V856U.
12 EN
GETTING ST ARTED
Indoor Use
When using the camcorder indoors, you can use the AC Power Adapter/Charger instead of a battery.
(Cont.)
To AC outlet
Power lamp
When power is
supplied, the
power lamp lights.
SUPPLY POWER TO ADAPTER
1
Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power
cord in to an AC outlet.
SUPPLY POWER TO CAMCORDER
2
Connect the AC Power Adapter/Charger to the
camcorder.
Power cord
To DC OUT jack
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
NOTE:
When using the provided DC cord, make sure you
connect the end of the cable with the core filter to
the camcorder. The core filter improves performance of equipment.
DC cord
Connector is
under the cover
DC-IN
Core
Filter
Using The Power Pack
For extended use, prepare the provided Power Pack, which can be loaded with one battery pack. This Power
Pack can be used together with the battery installed in the camcorder.
INSERT CHARGED BATTERY
1
Open the battery cover while pressing the
knob and insert the end of the battery
first. Close the battery cover.
ATTACH TO CAMCORDER
2
Align the connector and screw on the Power
Pack while inserting the camcorder connector.
Connector
Screw
Battery cover
S
S
Battery
Screw head
Knob
Mark
Turn the spring-loaded screw head at the
Power Pack's bottom inward and turn it
clockwise to attach.
•To detach the Power Pack, turn the screw
counterclockwise.
NOTES:
●
When the battery remaining power indicator
appears as , that means the battery power is
close to nil. When the battery power is exhausted,
power turns off automatically.
●
Each time you start shooting, the camcorder
chooses the battery pack that has more remaining
power, and uses that as the power supply. That
means both battery packs will be exhausted at
roughly the same time.
EN 13
Date/Time Settings
Date and time will automatically be recorded on tape at all times. It is your choice to display it or not during
playback (Z pg. 56).
LCD monitor
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
4
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
Recording Menu
ON SCREENOFF
4
DATE / TIME
RETURN
Date/Time Menu
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
ONDISPLAY
DEC 25 ’ 98
5 : 30
PM
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Dial to “M” while pressing down
the lock button located on the dial, and open
the LCD monitor fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder
is turned on.
•The LCD monitor can be tilted upward up to
180 degrees and downward up to 90 degrees.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “TO
DATE/TIME MENU” by rotating the Select Dial.
Press the Select Dial and the Date/Time Menu
appears.
INPUT DATE AND TIME
4
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “DATE/
TIME” by rotating the Select Dial. Press the
Select Dial and “month” is highlighted and
begins blinking.
Rotating the Select Dial to the right or left, input
the month. Press the Select Dial. Repeat the
procedure to input the day, year, hour and
minute.
•Press the Select Dial twice when the pointer
and highlight bar are set to “RETURN” to exit.
MENU button
Power lamp
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
Select Dial
Regarding Built-in Rechargeable Battery
To store the date/time in memory, a rechargeable
clock lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder.
While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet
using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, or while the
battery pack installed in the camcorder continues to
supply power to the camcorder, the clock lithium
battery is always charged. However, if the
camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the
clock lithium battery will become discharged and
the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When
this occurs, first connect the camcorder to an AC
outlet using the AC Power Adapter/Charger etc. for
over 24 hours to charge the clock lithium battery.
Then perform the date/time setting before using the
camcorder.
It is also possible to use the camcorder without the
date/time setting.
NOTE:
If you don’t exit the Date/Time Menu, the clock
display will not move but the camcorder’s internal
clock continues to operate. Once you close the
menu, the date and time begin operation from the
current date and time, with no delay or loss.
14 EN
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
GETTING ST ARTED
(Cont.)
Cassette cover
PUSH-OPEN
button
OPEN LCD MONITOR
1
Press the PUSH-OPEN button and open the
LCD monitor up to an angle of 90 degrees.
OPEN CASSETTE COVER
2
Turn on the power, then slide the OPEN/EJECT
switch in the direction of the arrow. The
cassette cover releases. Open the cover in the
direction of the arrow until it locks. The holder
opens automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
INSERT/REMOVE TAPE
3
Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH
HERE” to close the cassette holder .
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes
completely before closing the cassette cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may
not be able to close the cover. Do not apply
force. Replace the battery with a fully
charged one before continuing.
Recording time
TAPERecording mode
SPLP
DVM-30Approx. 30 min.Approx. 45 min.
DVM-60Approx. 60 min.Approx. 90 min.
Cassette holder
OPEN/EJECT
switch
Erase protection switch**
PUSH HERE
Make sure the window
side is facing out.
NOTES:
●
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to
open. Do not apply force.
●
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder
does not open, close the cassette cover and try
again.
●
Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the
holder when it’s closing. If this happens, the
holder will open automatically after a few
seconds.
●
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm environment, wait a short
time before opening the cover.
●
Closing the cassette cover before the cassette
holder comes out may cause damage to the
camcorder.
●
When shooting again after already shooting a
scene, a blank portion is recorded on the tape or
a previously recorded scene is erased (recorded
over) if you open the cassette cover, regardless of
whether the cassette holder comes out or not. See
page 22 for information about recording from the
middle of a tape.
** To protect valuable recordings . . .
.... slide the erase protection switch on the back of
the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents
this tape from being recorded over. If you decide
later that you do want to record on this tape, slide
the switch back to “REC” before loading the tape.
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
LCD monitor
Recording Menu
4
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
Power lamp
Power dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
Lock button
EN 15
A
M
5S
4
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Dial to “M” while pressing down
the lock button located on the dial.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
2
Open the LCD monitor fully.
The power lamp comes on and the camcorder
is turned on.
•The LCD monitor turns on/off automatically
when it is opened/closed at approx. 90 degrees
while the Power Dial is set to any operation
mode (except “OFF”).
•The LCD monitor can be tilted upward up to
180 degrees and downward up to 90 degrees.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
3
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
MENU button
Recording mode indicator
SPSPLP
SET RECORDING MODE
4
First move the pointer and highlight bar to
“REC MODE” by rotating the Select Dial. Press
the Select Dial and the parameter “SP” or “LP”
is highlighted. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating
the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial twice to
exit from the Recording Menu.
•Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing is impossible
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical,
NOTES:
●
If the recording mode is switched during
recording, the playback picture will be blurred at
the switching point.
●
It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP
mode on this camcorder be played back on this
camcorder.
●
During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there
may be momentary pauses in the sound.
Select Dial
on a tape recorded in the LP mode.
providing 1.5 times the recording time.
16 EN
GETTING ST ARTED
Grip Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting
Align the tripod’s screw with the mounting socket on
the bottom of the camcorder.
Zoom switch
2
START/STOP
ADJUST LENGTH
1
Open the pad 1. Adjust so that your thumb
and fingers can easily operate the START/STOP
button and the zoom switch. Position the pad
so that it contacts the back of your hand 2,
then re-attach it 3.
Pad
1
3
The camcorder can be mounted on a tripod even
with the Power Pack attached.
Bottom of the camcorder
(Cont.)
Shoulder Strap Attachment
When transporting the camcorder, it is convenient to use the shoulder strap.
ATTACH SHOULDER STRAP
1
As shown in 1 and 2 of the illustration,
thread the strap through the eyelets and the
buckles. Pull the strap to make sure it is
2
1
2
1
attached to the camcorder firmly.
•If the strap is not attached correctly and the
camcorder drops, the camcorder may become
damaged.
Diopter Adjustment
Adjust the viewfinder display for best viewing.
EN 17
P
L
A
Y
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Dial to “A” or “M”.
TURN ON CAMCORDER
2
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Diopter adjust lever
3
PAUSE
ADJUST DIOPTER
Slide the diopter adjust lever located on the
bottom of the viewfinder.
•Slide in either direction, while looking at the
viewfinder display, until it looks best to you.
18 EN
GETTING ST ARTED
(Cont.)
Remote Control Unit
You can use the RM-V711U to control the camcorder. When using the remote control, be sure to point it at
the remote sensor. The transmitted beam effective area for indoor use is approx. 5 m. The transmitted beam
may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation if the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or
powerful lighting.
START/STOP Button (Z pg. 71)
PAUSE IN connector (Z pg. 65)
Zoom Buttons (Z pg. 54)
DISPLAY Button (Z pg. 62)
SHIFT Button (Z pg. 54, 64)
SLOW Rewind/Forward
Buttons (Z pg. 53)
Left/Right Buttons
(Z pg. 54)
FADE/WIPE Button
(Z pg. 66)
EFFECT Button
(Z pg. 55)
EFFECT ON/OFF Button
(Z pg. 55)
Knob
TW
R.A. EDIT Buttons (Z pg. 67)
Installing The Battery
The RM-V711U uses one lithium battery (CR2025).
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
1
Pull out in the direction of the arrow while
pressing the knob as shown.
INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER
2
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to
have the “+” mark visible.
RE-INSERT HOLDER
3
Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.
•Read the caution concerning lithium batteries
(Z pg. 2).
AUDIO MONITOR Button
(Z pg. 70)
MBR SET Button (Z pg. 64)
A. DUB Button (Z pg. 70)
Down Button (Z pg. 54)
INSERT Button (Z pg. 71)
Up Button (Z pg. 54)
Operation Buttons
(Z pg. 54, 62, 70, 71)
EN 19
Operation Mode
Tuning the Power Dial allows you to choose the appropriate operation mode among the following modes:
Full Auto mode (A), Manual mode (M), 5 second mode recording (5S), Self-Timer mode ( ) and “PLAY”.
According to the Power Dial position you have
selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL” appears in the
upper left corner.
When set to
M
”, “5S” or “ ”When set to “A”
“
F . AUTO
PAUSE
MANUAL
PAUSE
To turn on the camcorder, first
turn the Power Dial to any
operation mode except “OFF”,
then pull out the viewfinder fully
or open the LCD monitor. When
turning the Power Dial from
“OFF” to any other position,
press and hold the lock button
located on the dial.
Lock button
Power Dial PositionFunction
Full Auto:
Manual:
5 second mode recording: 5S
Self-Timer:
Playback: PLAY
OFF
A
Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
M
Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you
want more creative capabilities than Full A uto recording, try this mode.
Allows you to record in 5-second clips to keep the action moving.
Other menu settings are the same as Full Auto mode, however
manually adjusted White Balance Adjustment settings are effective.
Allows you (camcorder operator) to become part of the scene once
the camcorder is set. This mode is similar to the Self-Timer on film
cameras.
Allows you to play back a recording, Z pg. 52 – 61.
Allows you to switch off the camcorder. After setting to this position,
Manual Focus and Exposure Control are automatically reset to
“AUTO”.
P
L
A
Y
5S
OFF
A
M
Power lamp
20 EN
RECORDING
Basic Recording
You should already have performed the necessary preparations (Z pgs. 10 – 19). Set the Power Dial to “A”
and try recording that way before attempting to use more advanced features.
NOTE:
Before starting recording, make sure you set the date and time (Z pg. 13). Even if they don’t appear during
recording, you can display them during playback (Z pg. 57).
Display
START/STOP
button
PAUSE
REC
444
ON/OFF
Power Dial
P
Lock button
L
A
Y
OFF
A
M
5S
Power lamp
During recording
Tally lamp
Display
PAUSE
Record-Standby
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Dial to “A” while pressing down
the lock button located on the dial.
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
2
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD
monitor to approx. 90° degrees.
•The lens cover opens, the power lamp comes
on and the scene you're aimed at appears.
•The Record-Standby mode is engaged.
START RECORDING
3
When “PA USE” appears, press START/STOP. A
beep signals the start of recording and the tally
lamp comes on.
STOP RECORDING
4
Press START/STOP again to stop recording.
•The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
END RECORDING
5
When you’re finished recording, push back the
viewfinder or close the LCD monitor until it
clicks; the lens cover closes and the power
lamp goes out.
•When transporting, make sure the viewfinder
is pushed back and the LCD monitor is
closed and locked.
•To turn power on again, pull out the
viewfinder or open the LCD monitor.
OR
Set the Power Dial to “OFF”.
•When turning to “OFF”, it is not necessary to
press down the lock button.
EN 21
NOTES:
●
The image will not appear simultaneously in the
LCD monitor and the viewfinder. No image
appears on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder
is pulled out. It is not possible to shoot using both
LCD monitor and viewfinder. However, during
Interface Shooting (Z pg. 25) the image appears
simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the
viewfinder.
●
If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode,
power shuts off automatically to conserve energy
and protect the heads. To turn the camcorder on
again, push back and pull out the viewfinder
again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. As
long as you don’t take out the tape you were
using or play it back, you can continue from
where you left off with no noticeable brake on the
recorded video.
●
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.
Continue recording from where you stop so there
are no gaps by following "Recording from the
middle of a tape" (Z pg. 22).
●
Record-Standby means that a tape is loaded and
the camcorder is ready to record.
●
During recording, sound is not heard from the
speaker. If you want to hear the sound, connect
optional headphones to the headphones jack. The
sound volume at this point is the same as the level
it was adjusted during playback.
●
To make the indications disappear, press and hold
the ON/OFF button for more than approx. 1
second. However, it is impossible to remove the
tape running indicator “
indications and so on (Z pg. 83).
●
Use the viewfinder when under direct sunlight or
when reflections make it difficult to see the LCD
monitor.
444
” and warning
22 EN
RECORDING
Basic Recording (Cont.)
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
When removing a tape on which you were recording, or when you resume recording on a tape after playing
back the recording previously made (without taking the tape out between recordings), perform this procedure.
Stop button
Play/Pause button
Rewind button
Fast-forward button
Lock button
P
L
A
Y
OFF
5S
M
A
Power lamp
Power Dial
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial.
•The power lamp comes on.
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
2
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD
monitor to approx. 90° degrees.
START SEARCH
3
Press 4/6, then press 2 or 3. Watch in the
viewfinder or the LCD monitor for the spot
where you want to begin recording.
ENGAGE STILL MODE
4
Once you find the spot at which you want to
start recording, press 4/6 twice to engage the
Still mode.
START/STOP
P
L
A
Y
OFF
A
M
5S
button
START RECORDING
5
Turn the Power Dial to any operation mode
except “PLAY” and “OFF”, then press START/STOP.
•Start recording from a point prior to the end
of the last recording. A few seconds of the
end of the last recording will be erased.
NOTE:
If you start recording from the end of the previous
recording leaving no blank space, there may be
situations where a clean transition is not possible.
EN 23
Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the
recorded scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 65), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is recorded partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed,
the time code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same
time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent leaving a blank portion on a
tape, perform the procedure in “Recording From The Middle of A Tape” (Z pg. 22) in the following
cases;
•After playing back the recorded tape, when
you shoot again.
•When power shuts off during shooting.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted
during shooting.
•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
•When shooting on a blank portion located
partway through the tape.
•When shooting again after already shooting a
scene and opening/closing the cassette cover.
TC 12 : 34 : 24
Display
Time code is displayed
during playback.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames
(30 frames = 1 second)
NOTES:
●
The Time Code cannot be reset.
●
During fast-forwarding and rewinding, time code indication does not move smoothly.
When blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Time code
05:43:21
Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene
Shooting start pointShooting stop point
Time code
05:44:00
Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene
Shooting start pointShooting start point
24 EN
RECORDING
Basic Recording (Cont.)
Tape Remaining Indicator
The time remaining on the tape is automatically monitored and displayed (Z pg. 81). When the tape ends,
“TAPE END” appears. If the indications are turned off, the tape remaining indicator appears when remaining
time reaches 2 minutes.
Display
90 min
REC
89 min3 min2 min
blinking
1 min0 min
blinkingblinking
– – – – – – – – – –
BRIGHT
6
Brightness Control
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by
rotating the Select Dial.
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
1
Rotate the Select Dial to the right or left until
the brightness indicator moves and the LCD
monitor reaches its appropriate brightness.
•The brightness indication appears in the LCD
monitor.
Select Dial
ON/OFF
button
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
You can make the LCD monitor/Viewfinder
indications appear/disappear.
PRESS ON/OFF BUTTON
1
When you do not want the indications to
appear, press the ON/OFF button for longer
than approximately 1 second. Certain
indications disappear.
Press again for longer than approx. 1 second to
make the indicaitons reappear.
NOTE:
It is impossible to make the tape running indicator
and warnings etc. disappear from the LCD monitor
or the viewfinder. For the indications that can be
removed, Z pg. 81.
Self-recording
EN 25
Journalistic shooting
In some situations different angles of shooting may
be required for more dramatic results.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
1
Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back and
the LCD monitor is fully open (approx. 90°).
TILT LCD MONITOR
2
Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction.
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle
(270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).
Interface Shooting
The person you are shooting can view himself/
herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot
yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD
monitor.
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD
1
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to
180 degrees so that it faces forward.
START RECORDING
2
Point the lens towards the subject (yourself
when self-recording) and start shooting.
•During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running”
indicator and warning indications (Z pg. 83)
are the only ones that are shown; they appear
reversed in the display as they would when
viewing a mirror, but are not reversed in the
recording.
NOTE:
The tape remaining indicator does not appear
during interface shooting. However, when the
remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indicator
appears showing the remaining time:
(blinking)
– –
(blinking)
–
– – –
(blinking)
26 EN
RECORDING
Basic Recording (Cont.)
Zoom
Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject (Z pg. 35).
Simply set the zoom switch to either zoom in (towards “T”) or zoom out (towards “W”). The zoom speed is
variable — the quicker you set the zoom switch, the quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
●
Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital
Zoom.
●
During Digital Zoom, the quality of image may suffer.
●
Digital zoom cannot be used while the Video Echo effect (Z pg. 45), the Picture Wipe/Dissolve function
(Z pg. 40) or the 5SD mode (Z pg. 28) are activated.
●
Macro shooting (as close as approx. 1.5 cm to the subject) is possible when the zoom switch is set all the
way to “W”.
W
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
T
D
T
W
D
T
W
W
D
T
W
D
T
W
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
T
Zoom switch
D
Digital zoom zone
10X (optical)
zoom zone
T
W
Zoom display
RECORDING
Advanced Features
EN 27
Displaying The Date And Time During Recording
When the Power Dial is set to “M”, “5S” or “ ”, you can choose whether to display the date and time
during recording or not. You must first set the date and time (see “Date/Time Settings” Z pg. 13). Set
“DISPLAY” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The Date/Time is always displayed when the Power Dial is set
to “A”.
Display
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
Lock button
A
M
5S
MENU button/
ON/OFF button
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “TO
DATE/TIME MENU” by rotating the Select Dial.
Press it and the Date/Time Menu appears.
SELECT FUNCTION
4
Move the pointer and highlight bar to
“DISPLAY” by rotating the Select Dial, then
press it. The pointer stops blinking, indicating
that the function has been selected.
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
5
Cycle through the available settings of the
selected functions by rotating the Select Dial
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
Then press it and the pointer and highlight bar
automatically move to “RETURN”.
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
ONDISPLAY
DEC 25 ’ 98
5 : 30
PM
Select Dial
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
4
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
Recording Menu
ON SCREENOFF
DATE / TIME
4
RETURN
Date/Time Menu
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
6
Press the Select Dial twice. Selection is
complete and the menu disappears.
NOTES:
●
Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON
SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The
display appears on the connected TV .
●
The Indicator/Display function overrides these
settings. Even if you have set “ON SCREEN” to
“ON”, pressing the ON/OFF button for longer
than 1 second removes the indications from the
screen. Pressing it for longer than 1 second again
makes the indications re-appear.
28 EN
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Scene (5-second recording)
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. The 5-Second
function may also be activated during Full Auto operation. But the White Balance remains in the previously
adjusted condition. While the 5-Second mode is activated, Fade/Wipe (Z pg. 38), P.AE/Effects (Z pg. 44)
and other manual operations cannot be performed.
Power Dial
Y
A
A
OFF
L
P
M
5S
Lock button
Dissolves during 5 second mode recording
Before performing the following procedure, make sure that the Digital
Image Stabilizer (DIS) is set to “OFF” (
Select “5SD” at the System Menu (Z pg. 36). “5SD
MODE” appears in step 2 below. Record one
5-second clip, and the image at the end of the clip is
stored. If you record the next clip within 5 minutes,
the previous scene dissolves as the new scene appears.
•If you turn the power off, the stored image will be
lost.
Z pg. 33).
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Turn the Power Dial to “5S” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial.
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
2
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully. “5S MODE”
appears.
ENGAGE 5S MODE
3
Then press START/STOP. The tally lamp lights
and beep sounds to indicate the start of
recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder
enters Record-Standby mode.
•If you press and hold START/STOP within 5
seconds after recording starts, RecordStandby mode is not engaged.
START/STOP button
Display
MANUAL
PAUSE
MODE5S
After 5 sec.
MANUAL
PAUSE
MODE5S
Record-Standby
REC
444
REC
END 5-SECOND MODE RECORDING
4
Set the Power Dial to the “A”, “M” or “OFF”
position.
To Take A Pro Snapshot In The 5-Second Mode . . .
.... turn the Progressive Dial to any Pro Snapshot
mode and instead of pressing START/STOP in
step 3, press the Progressive Button. The
camcorder records a 5-second still with the
shutter sound (Z pg. 30). But when the Scene
is set to animation (Z pg. 37) this function is
not available.
NOTE:
When “SCENE” is set to “ANIM.” in the System
Menu, the 5-second recording funcion is not
available. Animation recording of a 1/8-second clip
is taken instead (Z pg. 37).
EN 29
Self-Timer
Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way
adding the final touch to a memorable picture.
When the START/
STOP button is
pressed, the tally
lamp changes as
shown at right:
Power Dial
Lock button
START/STOP button
Begins blinking
(Self-Timer starts)
A
M
OFF
Y
A
5S
L
P
MANUAL
Self-Timer indication
Display
PAUSE
Blinks quickly
¥¥
(Self-Timer shooting
starts soon)
After approx. 15 sec.
– – –
After
15 sec.
MANUAL
Stops blinking and
stays on
(Self-Timer shooting
starts)
4
During recording
REC
444
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Turn the Power Dial to “ ” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial.
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
2
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
•The camcorder enters the Record-Standby
mode.
•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180
degrees so that it faces forward and view
yourself while self-recording (with the
viewfinder pushed back).
ENGAGE SELF-TIMER MODE
3
Press START/STOP.
After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and
recording begins.
STOP SELF-TIMER RECORDING
4
Press START/STOP.
•The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby
mode.
END SELF-TIMER RECORDING
5
Set the Power Dial to the “A”, “M” or “OFF”
position.
•When turning to “OFF”, it is not necessary to
press down the lock button.
To Take A Pro Snapshot In The Self-Timer Mode . . .
.... in step 3, turn the Progressive Dial to any Pro
Snapshot mode, then press the Progressive
Button (Z pg. 30). After approx. 15 seconds, a
snapshot will be taken.
NOTE:
When the Progressive Dial is set to “VIDEO”, the
Self-Timer records using the Progressive Mode.
30 EN
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Pro Snapshot
Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession.
Progressive Button
Display
O
E
D
I
V
B
A
R
S
T
N
O
A
H
P
S
Progressive Dial
PHOTO
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “A”, “M”, “5S” or
“ ” while pressing down the lock button
located on the dial. Make sure the viewfinder
is pulled out or the LCD monitor is open fully.
SELECT PRO SNAPSHOT MODE
2
Choose the appropriate mode among five Pro
Snapshot modes (Z pg. 31) by turning the
Progressive Dial (SNAPSHOT Dial).
Power Dial
Lock button
P
L
A
Y
OFF
A
M
5S
During snapshot
TAKE PRO SNAPSHOT (Except for
3
Color bar)
Press the Progressive Button (SNAPSHOT
Button).
If you press during Record-Standby . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
If you press during Recording . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
normal recording resumes.
To Perform Pro Snapshot Recording During
Progressive Video Recording (Z pg. 46) . . .
.... turn the Progressive Dial to the Pro Snapshot
mode you want, then press the Progressive
Button. To end recording, set the Progressive
Dial to “VIDEO” again, then press the Progressive Button.
EN 31
Pro Snapshot mode
with no frame* u
Multi-Analyzer 4**Multi-Analyzer 9**
* : There is a momentary camera shutter-type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter
closing, which is recorded together with the image.
** : This will be disabled when P.AE/Effects other than “SHUTTER” are activated.
Pro Snapshot mode
with frame* u
Pin-Up mode u
Color bar (BAR)***
u : Recorded with Progressive mode.
*** : This is not Pro Snapshot mode. Color bar will be recorded until Recording stops. (See below)
Motor Drive mode:
Keeping the Progressive Button pressed provides an
effect similar to serial photography. (The interval
between the still pictures: approx. 0.7 seconds.)
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .
.... when you don't want to hear the shutter sound,
set BEEP/TALLY to “OFF” in the system menu
(Z pg. 37). Though the sound is not heard
from the speaker, it is recorded on the tape.
Color bar(BAR)***:
When you turn the Progressive Dial to "BAR" and
press START/STOP, the color bar will be recorded.
This color bar is useful, when you adjust the color
or the hue of your monitor during playback.
To stop recording the color bar, press START/STOP
again and turn the Progressive Dial to "VIDEO" to
start normal recording.
Progressive Mode:
This mode enables recording a jitter-free still image
with superior quality, using the Progressive Scan
CCD (Z pg. 32).
The Progressive Mode is activated during Pro
Snapshot recordings (except Multi-Analyzer 4 & 9)
and Progressive Video Recording (Z pg. 46).
A recorded high-resolution still image can be
transferred to a personal computer and processed
using the provided software, or can be printed out
using the optional digital printer GV-DT1.
NOTE:
During playback as well, all Pro Snapshot modes
are available. The shutter sound is not heard.
32 EN
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Description of Progressive Scan CCD
Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to
pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of
outputting 60 full Frames* per second — twice the amount of conventional systems — it is able to deliver a
high quality picture even when its output signal is converted to a format that can be viewed on a TV screen.
*A NTSC TV screen image is composed of 30 Frames per second. 1 Frame is made up of 2 Fields.
1. Regular shooting of moving images
Records 30 odd and 30 even image Fields, for a
1 Frame
Scan BScan A
Odd-number FieldEven-number Field
2. Progressive mode shooting of moving images
(Progressive V ideo Recording Z pg. 46)
total of 60 per second. Since there is a time lag
between an odd and even Field, when they are
combined to make 1 Frame the part of the image
that is moving appears as image jitter. However,
during normal playback, the moving picture looks
smooth and natural.
Field
Scan C
Even-number
Field
Scan D
Skip
30 Frames per second
Scan AScan B
Skip
Odd-number
Field
Scan A is recorded, divided into an odd- and even-number Field, and then Scan B is skipped. Scans C and
D are handled in the same way as Scans A and B, as illustrated above, thereby recording 30 Frames per
second.
Since each recorded odd- and even-number Field originates from the same Scan there is no time lag
between them, and so when they are combined into a Frame and a still image is displayed on a TV or PC
monitor the picture does not look jittery. However, when moving images are played back, the picture can
look unnatural.
Even-number
Field
Odd-number
3. Pro Snapshot recording (Z pg. 30)
When the Progressive button is pressed, the current frame will be recorded for about 6 seconds in the
Progressive mode (except when Multiple picture mode and Color bar mode are being used).
EN 33
Menus
The Recording Menu allows you to set these functions:
Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Digital Image Stabilizer, Gain Up, Date/Time Menu,
System Menu
tion, Stabilization and Gain Up
Please refer to pages 34, 35 for details.
. The following selection procedure applies to
.
Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnifica-
Display
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
MENU button
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M”, “5S” or “ ”
while pressing down the lock button located
on the dial, make sure the LCD monitor is
open fully or the viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
SELECT FUNCTION
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to the
desired function by rotating the Select Dial,
then press it. The pointer stops blinking,
indicating that the function has been selected.
Select Dial
4
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
Recording Menu
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
4
END
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
4
Cycle the available settings of the selected
function by rotating the Select Dial. Stop when
the one you need is displayed. Then press it,
the pointer and highlight bar automatically
move to “END”.
•To set the parameters for a different function,
repeat steps 3 and 4.
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
5
Press the Select Dial. Selection is complete and
the menu disappears.
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RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
OFF
SQUEEZE
10X40X
CINEMA
200X
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
OFFON
OFFAGC
SPLP
4
END
REC MODE (Recording mode)
You can change the tape recording speed. LP tape speed is slower than SP, allowing LP to record 1.5 times
longer than SP. If you have shot in SP mode Audio Dubbing and Insert Editing will be possible later.
NOTE:
Tapes shot in LP mode are recommended to be played back on this unit. Playback may not be successful on
other units.
WIDE MODE
This recording mode is compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9 aspect ratio). When using this mode, please
refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual.
SQUEEZE –For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the
screen without distortion. appears. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the
image is elongated vertically.
CINEMA –Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on wide-screen TVs,
the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. During
playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of
the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.
OFF–Select “OFF” when you don’t want to use either of the above modes.
NOTES:
●
When playing back a tape recorded in Squeeze and Cinema, Squeeze cannot be distinguished from
Cinema during fast-forward or rewind.
●
During Full-Auto operation, both Squeeze and Cinema modes are unusable.
EN 35
ZOOM (Zoom magnification)
You can select 10X, 40X, or 200X maximum zoom magnifications.
10X–Optical zoom that does not degrade the quality of the recording.
40X–Electronic processing (Digital zoom) that lets you get closer up.
200X–Electronically-processed images at 200-times magnification.
NOTES:
●
Even if 40X or 200X is selected, Digital zoom (magnification of over 10X) cannot be used while the Video
Echo effect (Z pg. 45), the Picture Wipe/Dissolve function (Z pg. 40) or the 5SD mode (Z pg. 28) are
activated.
●
During Full-Auto mode, 40X is selected automatically.
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer)
When recording while holding the camcorder in your hand, or when shooting a subject with little or no
contrast, subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in the recorded image.
ON –Compensates for relatively small shakes that occur when shooting close up. “” appears during
recording.
OFF–When shooting with the camcorder in a fixed position or on a tripod, set the Stabilizer to “OFF”.
If you leave it on and then move or turn the camera to follow a moving subject, unnecessary compensation
occurs and this can result in an unnatural recorded image.
NOTES:
●
Even if the stabilizer is set to “ON” in Manual mode, it is automatically set to “OFF” in Full Auto Mode.
●
The Stabilizer cannot compensate for drastic hand movements while shooting.
●
The Stabilizer will not work if the scene has little or no contrast.
●
The “” indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used.
GAIN UP
Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting.
AGC–This is the factory setting, and is automatically activated during Auto operation. The overall appear-
ance is jagged, but the image is bright.
OFF–Select this setting when lighting is not a problem. Enables recording of the actual brightness you see.
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RECORDING
System Menu
The System Menu allows you to set the following functions:
ID numbers.
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Scene, Beep/Tally, Wind Cut, Sound Mode and
Display
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
MENU button
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M”, “5S” or “ ”
while pressing down the lock button located
on the dial, make sure the LCD monitor is
open fully or the viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS SYSTEM MENU
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “TO
SYSTEM MENU” by rotating the Select Dial,
then press it. The System Menu appears.
SELECT FUNCTION
4
Place the pointer and highlight bar to the
desired function by rotating the Select Dial,
then press it. The pointer stops blinking,
indicating that the function has been selected.
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
5SSCENE
ON
OFF
32kHz
06
System Menu
Select Dial
REC MODE
WIDE MODEOFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
4
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
Recording Menu
BEEP / TALLY
WIND CUT
SOUND MODE
ID NUMBER
4
RETURN
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
5
Rotate the Select Dial to cycle through the
available settings for the selected function, and
stop when the desired setting appears. Then
press it, and the pointer and highlight bar
automatically move to “RETURN”.
•To set the parameters for a different function,
repeat steps 4 and 5.
CLOSE SYSTEM MENU
6
Press the Select Dial twice. Setting is complete
and the System Menu disappears.
EN 37
5SSCENE
BEEP / TALLY
WIND CUT
SOUND MODE
ID NUMBER
4
RETURN
ON
OFF
32kHz
06
SCENE (5-Second Mode) (Z pg. 28)
5S–Pressing START/STOP allows you to take a 5-
second “clip”. Press repeatedly for a succession of
short recordings.
5SD–If you record a 5-second clip within 5 minutes
after the previous one, the end of the old scene
dissolves and is replaced by the new scene over a
2-second period.
ANIM. (Animation)–Each time you press START/
STOP, a 1/8-second recording is taken. By using an
inanimate object and changing its position between
shots, you can record the subject as though it’s
moving.
•
Animation is not available in the LP mode. If you
tried to record in the LP mode after setting ANIM.,
the recording mode indicator "LP" begins to blink,
and recording goes on in the SP mode.
NOTE:
During use of SCENE effect, focus (Z pg. 47) and
exposure control (Z pg. 48) enter Full Auto
operation.
BEEP/TALLY
The beep sounds when the power is turned on or
off, and at the beginning and end of recording.
Tally lamp lights up during recording.
The following two Pro Snapshot modes (Z pg. 30)
have a shutter sound effect: Pro Snapshot mode
with no frame, Pro Snapshot mode with frame.
ON–To activate the beep/shutter sounds and tally
lamp.
OFF–To turn off the beep/shutter sounds and tally
lamp. Even though not heard while shooting,
shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
5SANIM.
5SD
ONOFF
ONOFF
32kHz48kHz
This number is necessary when connecting
the camcorder to a computer [01 to 99].
WIND CUT
When activated, this mode helps cut down on noise
created by wind.
ON–When shooting in high winds, noise is
automatically reduced.
•“” appears.
•The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.
OFF–This function is disabled.
NOTE:
The Wind Cut mode is disabled during Full Auto
operation.
SOUND MODE
Sound signals can be sampled at 32 kHz or 48 kHz.
32 kHz–The camcorder is factory-preset for 32 kHz.
This setting enables recording of stereo sound on
four separate channels, and is recommended for use
when performing Audio Dubbing.
48 kHz–This setting enables recording of stereo
sound on two separate channels.
NOTE:
A tape recorded at 48 kHz cannot be used for Audio
Dubbing.
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RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
FADE/WIPE Effects
Use these to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to
scene. Refer to pages 38 – 43 for Fade/Wipe effects and techniques.
Select any one effect from the Fader/Wipe Menu.
Display
FOCUS
EXPOSUREAUTO
W. BALANCE
4
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
RETURN
Power Dial
Lock button
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM
2
MENU
Press the Select Dial.
ACCESS FADER/WIPE MENU
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “FADER/
WIPE” by rotating the Select Dial and then
press it. The Fader/Wipe Menu appears.
SELECT EFFECT
4
Move the pointer and highlight bar to the
desired effect by rotating the Select Dial, then
press it.
• The Fader/Wipe Menu disappears and the
effect is reserved. The indicator representing
the selected effect appears.
FADER / WIPE
?
R
W
H
SEL.
4
B
K
B W
Fader/Wipe MenuManual Mode Item Menu
WIPE– SHUTTER
P
RANDOM
OFF
FADER– WHITE
FADER– BLACK
FADER– B.W
WIPE–CORNER
5
6
IMPORTANT:
●
If certain P.AE/Effects (Z pg. 44) are activated
or if the Progressive Dial is set to "VIDEO",
some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used. If
you select a Fade/Wipe Effect that is unusable
in the current situation, the indication blinks.
●
When the Digital Image Stabilizer is activated,
the Fade/Wipe Effects are not available.
MANUAL
W
H
PAUSE
START/STOP button
Select Dial
START RECORDING
Press START/STOP to start recording and
activate fade- or wipe- in
OR . . .
END RECORDING
Press START/STOP to end recording and
activate fade- or wipe- out.
TO CANCEL FADE/WIPE EFFECTS
In step 4, move the pointer and highlight bar to
“OFF”. Press the Select Dial.
EN 39
Fades and Wipes
A scene gradually appears on a black or white screen (Fade In/Wipe In), or disappears, leaving a black or
white screen (Fade Out/Wipe Out). Select Fade or Wipe at the Fader/Wipe Menu (Z pg. 38).
B
K
W
H
Select any one effect from
START/STOP button
B W
,
,
, , , , , and of the Fader/Wipe Menu.
FADE
W
Example
Fade In
H
FADER – WHITE
Fade Out
WIPE
Example
Wipe In
WIPE – SCROLL
ACTIVATE FADE IN OR WIPE IN
1
Press START/STOP to start recording, and the
Fade In or Wipe In occurs automatically.
ACTIVATE FADE OUT OR WIPE OUT
2
When you want to stop recording the scene,
press START/STOP. Before the camcorder
enters the Record-Standby mode, the Fade Out
or Wipe Out occurs automatically.
Wipe Out
NOTE:
You can extend the length of a fade or wipe by
pressing and holding the START/STOP button.
40 EN
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Picture Wipe/Dissolve
Combine the Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions for a professional transition effect. There are 6 Picture
Wipe effects and 1 Dissolve effect. Select the Picture Wipe effect at the Fader/Wipe Menu (Z pg. 38).
Select any one effect from P, P, P, P, P, P and P of the Fader/Wipe Menu.
START/STOP button
START RECORDING
1
Press START/STOP.
ENGAGE RECORD-STANDBY MODE
2
Press START/STOP when one scene is finished.
The point at which the scene ended is stored in
memory.
RESUME RECORDING
3
If you start recording a new scene within 5
minutes of the end of the previous recording
(without having turned the camcorder’s power
off), the previous scene wipes out, revealing
the new scene.
Previous scene end
Wipe In
NOTES:
●
If the power is turned off after a scene is finished
recording, the stored point is erased.
This disables the Picture Wipe/Dissolve
combination. When this happens, the Picture
Wipe/Dissolve indicator blinks. Try recording
again, but don’t turn the power off when you’re
finished. Please be advised that power also shuts
off automatically if 5 minutes elapse in the
Record-Standby mode.
●
The sound at the end of the last recorded scene is
not stored.
Example
WIPE – SCROLL
P
The next scene gradually wipes in over the
previous scene.
Within 5 minutes . . .
Random Variations
?
R
When
the fades/wipes at random.
is selected, the camcorder chooses one of
START/STOP button
EN 41
WHB
START RECORDING
1
Press START/STOP. The camcorder does the
rest, selecting an effect at random.
•The recording starts with a Fade In or Wipe
In. If you press START/STOP during record-
ing, Record-Standby mode is preceded by a
Fade Out or Wipe Out; when you resume
recording, it begins with a Fade In or Wipe
In.
K
B W
NOTE:
The Picture Wipe/Dissolve feature is not available
when Random Fader is activated.
42 EN
FADER AND WIPE MENU
MENUEFFECT
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
FADER — WHITE
W
H
FADER — BLACK
B
K
FADER — B.W
B W
WIPE — CORNER
WIPE — WINDOW
WIPE — SLIDE
WIPE — DOOR
WIPE — SCROLL
WIPE — SHUTTER
Fade in or out with a white screen.
Fade in or out with a black screen.
Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade
out from color to black and white.
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left
corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black
screen.
The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in
toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually
wiping out to the center.
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and
right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.
The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen,
or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.
Wipe in toward the center of a black screen from the top and
bottom, or wipe out from the center toward the top and bottom,
leaving a black screen.
MENUEFFECT
EN 43
?
DISSOLVE
P
WIPE — CORNER
P
WIPE — WINDOW
P
WIPE — SLIDE
P
WIPE — DOOR
P
WIPE — SCROLL
P
WIPE — SHUTTER
P
RANDOM
R
The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually
disappears.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper
right corner to the lower left corner.
The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the screen
toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from
right to left.
The previous scene wipes out from the center to the right and
left, like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the
screen to the top.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the center
toward the top and bottom of the screen.
When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects
the effect used in scene transition (from the Fade and Wipe
effects).
44 EN
RECORDING
P.AE/Effects
You can choose any one of the effects from the P.AE/Effect Menu.
Display
Advanced Features (Cont.)
FOCUS
EXPOSUREAUTO
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
4
P. AE
/ EFFECT
RETURN
Manual Mode Item MenuThe indicator for the selected
Power Dial
Lock button
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM
2
MENU
Press the Select Dial and move the pointer and
highlight bar to "P.AE/EFFECT" by rotating the
Select Dial.
ACCESS P.AE/EFFECT SELECT MENU
3
Press the Select Dial. The P.AE/Effect Menu
appears.
SELECT EFFECT
4
Move the pointer and highlight bar to the
desired effect by rotating the Select Dial, then
press it.
•The P.AE/Effect Menu disappears and the
selected mode is activated. The symbol of the
selected mode appears.
P. AE / EFFECT
SLOW SHUTTER
VIDEO ECHO
OFF
1/60
SEL.
SHUTTER
4
1/100
SHUTTER
1/250
SHUTTER
1/5001/500
SHUTTER
P.AE/EFFECT Menu
PAUSE
Select Dial
1/60
1/100
1/250
1/60
mode appears, and the selected
mode is engaged.
START RECORDING
5
Press START/STOP. The image begins with the
selected effect.
DISABLE P.AE/EFFECT
6
To turn off the selected effect, re-access the
P.AE/Effect Menu and move the pointer and
highlight bar to “OFF” by rotating the Select
Dial. Then press it.
NOTE:
P.AE/Effects can be changed during recording or
during Record-Standby.
IMPORTANT:
●
If certain Fades or Wipes (Z pg. 38 – 43) are
activated or if the Progressive Dial is set to
"VIDEO", some P.AE/Effects cannot be used. If
you select a P.AE/Effect that is unusable in the
current situation, the effect’s symbol begins
flashing.
●
When the Digital Image Stabilizer is activated,
the P. AE/Effects other than "SHUTTER" are not
available.
SHUTTER
(Variable Shutter
(Speed)
EN 45
CLASSIC FILM
1/60–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a
second. Black bands that usually appear when
shooting a TV screen become narrower.
1/100–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting
under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp
is reduced.
1/250, 1/500–These settings allow fast-moving
images to be captured one frame at a time, for
vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the
shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes.
Use the shutter function under good lighting
conditions.
TWILIGHT
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
White Balance (Z pg. 50) is initially set to ,
but can be changed to your desired setting. Also
when Twilight is chosen, the manual focus
indication appears.
SEPIA
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
STROBE
Your recording looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
SLOW SHUTTER
The Shutter Speed is set to 1/30th of a second to
double the sensitivity.
You can light dark subjects or areas even brighter
than they would be under good natural lighting.
NOTES:
●
When using Slow Shutter, the image takes on a
strobe-like effect.
●
Use Slow Shutter only in dark areas.
●
The Manual Focus indication may appear and
flash when Slow Shutter is in use.
●
If the image is out of focus, adjust manually. It
is also recommended that you use a tripod, if
possible.
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for
a classic look.
MONOTONE
B/W
Like classic black and white films, your footage is
shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema
mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.
VIDEO ECHO
Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your
recording a “fantasy” feeling.
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RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Progressive Video Recording
If an image is recorded using the Progressive Mode, it is possible to play back a jitter-free still image with
superior quality. A high-resolution still image can also be processed on a personal computer or can be
printed out (Z pg. 60, 61).
Display
Progressive Dial
VIDEO mode
E
D
I
V
T
O
H
S
P
A
N
S
R
A
B
Progressive Button
Power Dial
P
L
A
5S
Lock button
O
Y
OFF
A
M
Power lamp
F. AUTO
PAUSE
F. AUTO
Progressive mode display
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PM
5 : 30
RECPS
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SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Turn the Power Dial to “A”, “M”, “5S” or “ ”
while pressing down the lock button located
on the dial. Make sure the LCD monitor is
open fully or the viewfinder is pulled out.
•The power lamp comes on.
SELECT PROGRESSIVE MODE
2
Turn the Progressive Dial to “VIDEO”.
“PS” (Progressive Mode Display) comes on.
START RECORDING
3
Press the Progressive Button located on the
Progressive Dial. The tally lamp comes on.
END RECORDING
4
Press the Progressive Button. The camcorder
To Perform Pro Snapshot Recording during
Progressive Video Recording . . .
.... first turn the Progressive Dial to the Pro
Snapshot Mode you want, then press the
Progressive Button. To end recording, turn the
Progressive Dial to “VIDEO”, then press the
Progressive Button again.
NOTES:
●
To perform Progressive Video Recording, the
Progressive Button should be pressed during
Record-Standby; it cannot be activated during
recording.
●
If START/STOP is pressed instead of the Progres-
sive Button, the camcorder starts recording using
the operation mode to which the Power Dial is set
at that moment (Z pg. 19). “PS” disappears.
enters Record-Standby mode.
IMPORTANT:
●
When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is played back, the image may not look natural.
●
When the Progressive Dial is set to “VIDEO”, Wipe/Dissolve (Z pg. 43) Effects and some P.AE/Effects
(Z pg. 45) cannot be used.
EN 47
Manual Focus Adjustment
The camcorder, in most cases, adjusts the focus from approx. 1.5 cm to infinity automatically. However,
when focusing is difficult or when the subject is not in the middle of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder,
adjust the focus manually. Factory preset is “AUTO”.
Display
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
Select Dial
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM
2
MENU
Press the Select Dial. The Manual Mode Item
Menu appears.
ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “FOCUS”
by rotating the Select Dial, then press it. Rotate
the Select Dial to display “MANUAL”, then
press it. The Manual Mode Item Menu disappears and “FOCUS” is displayed in the upper
left corner. The focus is locked at this point.
ADJUST FOCUS
4
Rotate the Select Dial.
•“ ” blinks while rotating the Select Dial to the
right to focus on faraway targets, and
blinks while rotating the Select Dial to the left to
focus on closer targets.
•When the focus reaches its near or far limit, the
“ ” or “ ” will begin blinking.
•When focus cannot be adjusted manually, try
zooming in or out, then try the manual focus
adjustment again.
Focus zone
(Focus is adjusted at the
center of the screen)
“ ”
4
FOCUS
EXPOSUREAUTO
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
RETURN
Manual Mode Item
Menu
FOCUS
Manual focus indicator
MANUAL
AUTO
OFF
OFF
END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS
5
Press the Select Dial at your desired focus.
Focus adjustment is complete. The indication
changes from “FOCUS” to “MANUAL”.
•If you want to reset the focus, repeat from
step 2.
To Change To Auto Focus . . .
.... rotate the Select Dial to display “AUTO” then
press it in step 3. The manual focus indicators
disappear. Or set the Power Dial to “A”.
NOTES:
Manual focus is recommended in the following
situations:
●
When shooting a flat wall, a blue sky or an object
with little or no contrast.
●
When wire or other obstacles come between the
camcorder and the subject.
●
When shooting objects with a detailed design or
pattern.
●
When shooting under flourescent or flickering
lighting.
48 EN
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
Exposure Control
Usually this is adjusted automatically. However, when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject, the exposure could be corrected manually. Factory preset is “AUTO”.
Display
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
Select Dial
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM
2
MENU
Press the Select Dial. The Manual Mode Item
Menu appears.
ACCESS EXPOSURE CONTROL
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “EXPOSURE” by rotating the Select Dial, then press it.
Rotate the Select Dial to display “MANUAL”,
then press it. The Manual Mode Item Menu
disappears and “EXP.” and the Exposure
Control indicator are displayed.
ADJUST EXPOSURE
4
Rotate the Select Dial to the right/left to
brighten or darken the image.
•The adjustment r ange is from –6 to +6.
END ADJUSTRMENT OF EXPOSURE
5
Press the Select Dial at your desired exposure.
Exposure adjustment is complete. The
indication “EXP.” changes to “MANUAL”.
•If you want to reset the exposure, repeat step 2.
FOCUS
4
EXPOSUREMANUAL
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
RETURN
Manual Mode Item
Menu
EXP.
0
Exposure control indicator
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
.... rotate the Select Dial to display “AUTO” then
press it in step 3. The Exposure Control
indicator disappears. Or set the Power Dial to
“A”.
NOTES:
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.
Brightness control of the LCD monitor
To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, rotate
the Select Dial (Z pg. 24). Note that the actual
recorded image's brightness can not be changed by
rotating this dial.
EN 49
Iris Lock
Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance
(thus its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder), or when you want to lock the brightness level.
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will
not darken.
Display
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM
2
MENU
Press the Select Dial. The Manual Mode Item
Menu appears.
ACCESS EXPOSURE CONTROL
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “EXPOSURE” by rotating the Select Dial and then
press it. Rotate the Select Dial to display
“MANUAL”, then press it. “EXP.” is displayed.
CENTER SUBJECT, LOCK IRIS
4
Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
the Select Dial for over 2 seconds. The
exposure setting display and “L” appear,
indicating that the iris is locked.
Press the Select Dial. The indication displayed
in the upper left corner changes from “EXP.” to
“MANUAL”.
Select Dial
FOCUS
EXPOSUREMANUAL
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
4
RETURN
Manual Mode Item Menu
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
0 L
Iris lock indicator
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
.... rotate the Select Dial to display “AUTO” then
press it in step 3. The Exposure Control indicator
and “L” disappear. Or set the Power Dial to
“A”.
NOTES:
Iris lock is recommended in the following situations:
●
When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
●
When shooting objects under a spotlight.
●
When the subject is backing away.
●
When zooming.
To lock the exposure control and the iris . . .
.... after step 3, adjust the exposure rotating the
Select Dial. Then lock the iris in step 4. For
automatic locking, rotate the Select Dial to
display "AUTO", then press it in step 3. The iris
becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.
Iris
Works like the pupil of the human eye. In a well-lit
environment, the human pupil contracts to keep too
much light from enterintg. In low lighting, the pupil
dilates to allow more light in.
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RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
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, the more advanced camcorder operator
would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction.
Display
FOCUS
EXPOSUREAUTO
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
4
RETURN
Manual Mode Item Menu
Power Dial
Lock button
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM
2
MENU
Press the Select Dial. The Manual Mode Item
Menu appears.
ACCESS WHITE BALANCE ADJUST-
3
MENT
Move the pointer and highlight bar to
“W.BALANCE” by rotating the Select Dial.
Then press it. The Manual Mode Item menu
disappears and “W.BAL.” appears in the upper
left corner and “AUTO” appears on the screen.
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
4
Cycle through the available settings of the
selected functions by rotating the Select Dial,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
FOCUS
EXPOSUREAUTO
4
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
RETURN
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
W . BAL .
AUTO
White Balance Adjustment
Select Dial
CLOSE WHITE BALANCE ADJUST-
5
MENT
Press the Select Dial again. Selection is
complete. The indication “W. BAL.” changes to
“MANUAL”.
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
.... select “AUTO” in step 3. Or set the Power Dial to
“A”.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when P.AE/Effects
Sepia or Monotone are activated.
AUTO–The white balance is adjusted automatically.
This is the factory preset position.
“ ”– When using a video light or other similar
type of lighting.
“”– When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.
“ ”– When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.
“”– When shooting with the white balance
already having been set on the subject
(Z pg. 51).
EN 51
Manual White Balance Operation
If the camera is operating in manual mode, perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various
types of lighting
Display
White paper
Power Dial
Y
A
L
P
OFF
A
M
5S
Lock button
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
adjustment (Z pg. 50), select “ MAN.”.
SET MANUAL WHITE BALANCE
2
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.
ENTER SETTING
3
Press the Select Dial until the begins
blinking.
•When the setting is completed, the stops
blinking.
EXIT MANUAL WHITE BALANCE
4
ADJUSTMENT
Press the Select Dial. The indication “W.BAL.”
changes to “MANUAL” and only the Manual
White Balance indicator is displayed.
Select Dial
FOCUS
EXPOSUREAUTO
4
W. BALANCE
FADER
/ WIPE
P. AE
/ EFFECT
RETURN
Manual Mode
Item Menu
MANUAL
Manual White Balance
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
PAUSE
Adjustment
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:
●
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 tint
of the subject will differ depending on the white
balance settings. Use this function for a more
natural result.
●
Once you adjust white balance during Manual
White Balance operation, the setting is retained
even if the power is turned off or the battery
removed.
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You can watch what you’ve recorded in the LCD monitor.
Tape running indicator
4
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Volume switch
W
VOL.
T
Lock button
P
L
A
Y
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
Basic Playback
Power lamp
LCD monitor
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial. The
Power lamp comes on.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
2
Open the LCD monitor.
•When the viewfinder is pulled out, the LCD
monitor cannot be used.
REWIND TAPE
3
Press 2. 2 is displayed. If you rewind all
the way to the end of the tape, it stops
automatically.
Speaker
VIEWING RECORDING
4
Press 6/4. 4 appears and the recorded
footage can be viewed. The sound is heard
from the speaker.
END PLAYBACK
5
Press 5. Set the Power Dial to “OFF”.
•When turning to “OFF”, it is not necessary to
press down the lock button.
To Perform High-Speed Search . . .
.... press 2 or 3 after pressing 6/4. The tape will
move at approximately 9 times the normal
playback speed. Watch in the LCD monitor and,
when you reach the spot you w ant to see, press
6/4 and normal playback resumes.
.... 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.
.... a slight mosaic effect appears on screen during
High-Speed Search. This is not a malfunction.
Playback Sound
You can hear sound from the speaker or using
headphones connected to the headphones connector
during playback. To adjust the sound volume, slide
the VOL. switch. The sound volume indication is
displayed. Slide the VOL. switch towards “+” to turn
up the volume, or towards “–” to turn it down.
Still Playback
To temporarily stop playback, press 6/4. Press
again to resume playback. If still playback continues
for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s
Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5
minutes in the stop mode, the camcorder’s power is
automatically turned off.
EN 53
Slow-Motion Playback
● To perform Slow-motion playback, the remote
control is necessary.
● To change from normal to slow-motion playback,
press the P ause button at the point where you want
to start playback in slow motion, point the remote
control at the remote sensor, and press the remote's
Slow Rewind or Slow Forw ard button. After playing
back in slow motion for about 10 to 20 seconds,
normal playback resumes. Speed is 1/10 times
normal. To stop slow-motion playback in progress,
press the Play button.
● During slow-motion playback, due to digital
image processing, the picture may take on a
mosaic effect.
● After the Slow Rewind or Slow Forward button is
pressed, the still image may be displayed for a few
seconds, then the screen may become blue back
for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.
● There may be a small margin between the slowmotion playback start point you chose and the
start point at which the camcorder actually begins
playback in slow motion.
NOTES:
●
The sound is not av ailable during High-Speed
Search.
●
Copy guarded tapes cannot be played back. The
screen becomes blue back.
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Playback Zoom
The recorded pictures can be magnified up to 10X at any time during playback.
Press and hold W until magnification returns to
normal. Or, press STOP and then press PLAY.
NOTES:
●
Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and
still playback.
●
If the Video Echo effect (Z pg. 55) is selected
during playback zoom, playback zoom is
cancelled.
●
During digital image processing, the quality of the
image may suffer.
EN 55
Playback Effects
These effects allow you to be creative with the playback picture. You can use any one of the 5 effects.
Play button
PLAY BACK / EFFECT
4
OFF
CLASSIC FILM
1
B/W
MONOTONE
2
SEPIA
3
STROBE
4
VIDEO ECHO
5
P.AE/EFFECT Select Menu
(Playback)
START PLAYBACK
1
Press the Play button (4).
ACCESS P.AE/EFFECT SELECT MENU
2
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s
remote sensor and press EFFECT. The P.AE/
EFFECT Select Menu appears.
SELECT P.AE/EFFECT
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to the
desired effect by pressing EFFECT. T he selected
function is activated and after 2 seconds the
menu disappears.
RM-V711U
(provided)
EFFECT
Lock button
Power Dial
TW
PLAY
EFFECT ON/OFF
P
L
A
Y
OFF
5S
M
A
NOTES:
●
To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT
ON/OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again
re-activates the selected effect.
●
Repeat from step 2 when you want to change the
selected effect.
●
When a Playback Effect is activated, Pro Snapshot
modes (Z pg. 31) are not possible.
The effects that can be used during playback are
Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video
Echo
. The effects work the same in playback as they
did in recording. Refer to page 45 for more
information.
Remote sensor
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Playback Menu
The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions:
First turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while
pressing down the lock button located on the
dial. Open the LCD monitor fully.
ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU
2
Press MENU. The Playback Menu appears in
the LCD monitor and on the connected TV.
SELECT FUNCTION
3
Move the pointer and highlight bar to the
desired function by rotating the Select Dial.
Press the Select Dial to activate.
FULL SOUND
SOUND2
SOUND1
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Lock button
P
L
Y
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
Select Dial
MENU button
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
4
Rotate the Select Dial to cycle through the
available settings for the selected function, and
stop when the desired setting appears. Then
press the Select Dial, and the pointer and
highlight bar automatically move to “END”.
•To set parameters for other functions, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
CLOSE MENU
5
Press the Select Dial again, and the menu
disappears.
A
EN 57
Playback Sound
During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the
sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. (32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1”
and 48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND”.)
RECORDING SOUNDDISPLAYOUTPUT SOUND
32 kHzFULL SOUND
SOUND 1Stereo sound
SOUND 2
48 kHzFULL SOUNDStereo sound
SOUND 1“L” sound is output on both channels
SOUND 2“R” sound is output on both channels
When watching a tape recorded at 32 kHz, if you want to change the output sound, access the Playback
Menu and, in step 3 on page 56, select “32kHz MODE” and set it for “FULL SOUND”, “SOUND 1” or
“SOUND 2”. When playing back a tape recorded at 48kHz, set in the same manner. For information on
output sound during Audio Dubbing, see page 70.
NOTES:
●
You can also use the RM-V711U remote control’s AUDIO MONITOR button to change the output sound
(without having to access the Playback Menu). Make sure you point the remote control at the camcorder’s
remote sensor.
●
During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made. This detection
cannot be made during fast-forward or rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper
left corner.
Minutes
Seconds
12 : 34 : 24
TC
Frames*
*30 frames = 1 second
TIME CODE
(Displaying The Time Code During Playback)
You can display the Time Code on screen during
playback. This is especially useful for editing. This
function is preset to “OFF”. To turn it on, select
“TIME CODE” at the Playback Menu and change
the setting (Z pg. 56).
ON– The Time Code is displayed on the playback
screen.
OFF–The Time Code does not appear.
Display
DEC 25 ’ 98
PM
5 : 30
DISPLAY
(Displaying the Date During Playback)
If the time has been set, the date is automatically
recorded separately from the recorded video signal.
You can display or remove the date anytime during
playback. This function is preset to “ON”. To turn it
off, select “DISPLAY” at the Playback Menu and
change the setting (Z pg. 56).
ON– The date is displayed on the playback screen.
OFF–The date is not displayed.
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VCR/TV Connection
Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting.
Connect when the
S-VIDEO cable is not used
Core filter
To AV OUT connector
Core filter
To S-VIDEO
OUT connector
To DC IN jack
Core filter
DC cord
VIDEO/AUDIO
cable (provided)
T o A UDIO IN
connector (L/R)
S-VIDEO cable
(provided)
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
To DC OUT jack
Yellow to VIDEO
White to AUDIO L
Red to AUDIO R
Basic Connections
To VIDEO IN
connector
To
TV or VCR
To S-VIDEO IN
connector
VCR
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS
1
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR VCR
2
Connect as shown in the illustration (Z pg. 58).
If Using A VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.
CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT
3
Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual.
TURN ON POWER
4
Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial and
turn on the TV/VCR.
SELECT TV’S VIDEO MODE
5
Set the TV to the channel or mode appropriate
for video playback.
To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/T ime, T ime Code
.... set to “ON” or “OFF” in the Playback Menu
(Z pg. 56).
•Playback Sound Mode Display
.... set the Power Dial to “M”, press the MENU
button, and set “ON SCREEN” in the Date/
Time Menu (Z pg. 13) to “ON” or “OFF”.
Then set the Power Dial back to “PLAY”.
EN 59
NOTES:
●
Never connect any other VIDEO/AUDIO cable
than the provided VIDEO/AUDIO cable to the
camcorder’s AV OUT connector.
●
When using the provided DC cord, VIDEO/
AUDIO cable, S-VIDEO cable or editing cable,
make sure you connect the end of the cable with
the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter
improves performance of equipment.
●
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.
●
To keep the camcorder's display from appearing
on the TV screen during playback, press the ON/OFF button for longer than 1 second.
●
While the VIDEO/AUDIO cable is connected to
the AV OUT jack, sound cannot be heard from
the speaker.
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Advanced Connections
Connection To A Personal Computer
This camcorder can transfer still images to a personal computer by using the provided software when
connected as shown in the illustration below. It is also possible to transfer still images to a personal computer with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.
JLIP (DIGITAL STILL)
output connector
Core filter
To DV OUT
connector
To A C outlet
DC cord
To DC IN
jack
Core filter
JLIP-PC connection cable
(provided)
DV cable (optional)
VC-VDV204U
Core filter
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
(provided)
To DC OUT jack
To RS-232C
To DV
connector
PC
PC with DV
connectorequipped
capture board
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS
1
Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned
off.
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO PC
2
Pull out the connector cover and open it.
Connect the camcorder to a PC using the cable
according to your PC type as shown in the
illustration.
SUPPLY POWER
3
Connect the camcorder to the AC Power
Adapter/Charger using the DC cord, then plug
the AC Power Adapter/Charger's power cord
into an AC outlet.
TURN ON POWER
4
Turn the camcorder's Power Dial to "PLAY"
while pressing down the lock button located
on the dial and turn on the PC.
NOTES:
●
When transferring still images, never use the
battery pack installed in the camcorder as the
power supply. Use the provided AC Power
Adapter/Charger.
●
Never connect the JLIP-PC connection cable and
the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder.
Connect only the cable you wish to use to the
camcorder.
●
The date/time information cannot be captured into
PC.
●
Also refer to the instruction manuals of the provided
Software and the DV connector-equipped capture
board.
EN 61
Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector
Connection to the Digital Printer GV-DT1 (optional) allows you to print out the images or to transfer the
captured image from the Digital Printer to a personal computer. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes
from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This function is called Digital
Dubbing (Z pg. 63), which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.
Pull out the connector cover and open it. Make
connections to the device you want to connect to
using the DV cable, as shown in the illustration.
CONNECT PRINTER TO PC
Connect the printer cable to the printer's
3
PARALLEL connector and the PC's PARALLEL
(PRINTER) connector.
SUPPLY POWER
Connect the camcorder to the AC Power
4
Adapter/Charger using the DC cord, then plug
the AC Power Adapter/Charger's power cord
into an AC outlet.
TURN ON POWER
Turn the camcorder's Power Dial to “PLAY”,
5
“A” or “M” while pressing down the lock
button located on the dial and turn on the
other units.
NOTES:
●
You cannot use the battery pack installed in the
camcorder as the power supply since a digital
signal is output from the DV OUT connector only
when using the AC Power Adapter/Charger.
●
When using the camcorder for dubbing, be sure to
use it as a player. The camcorder's DV connector
is only for output.
●
Also refer to the instruction manuals of the
connected units.
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EDITING
Dubbing
You can copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto a videotape. Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual
for details.
Remote sensor
Play button
Stop button
Lock button
P
L
A
Y
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
MAKE CONNECTIONS
1
Connect the camcorder to your VCR as shown
in the illustration on page 58.
Please also refer to your VCR's instruction
manual before dubbing.
START PLAYBACK
2
Press the Play button (4) to play back the
source tape.
START RECORDING
3
While watching on the connected TV, engage
your VCR’s record mode from the spot on the
source tape you want to begin recording.
PAUSE RECORDING
4
Engage your VCR’s pause mode to stop
recording a segment.
END RECORDING
5
Press the Stop button (5) to stop the source
tape, and engage the VCR’s stop mode.
ON/OFF button
VCR
(Recording deck)
TW
RM-V711U
(provided)
DISPLAY
PLAY
STOP
NOTES:
●
You can use Playback Zoom (Z pg. 54) or
Playback Effects (Z pg. 55) in step 2.
●
Before you start dubbing, make sure that the
indications do not appear on the connected TV. If
they do appear during dubbing, they are being
recorded onto the new tape.
To clear the Playback Sound Mode Display, press
DISPLAY on the RM-V711U Remote Control.
●
Select “DISPLAY” and “TIME CODE” from the
Playback Menu (Z pg. 56) to show or hide the
Date/Time and the Time Code on the recording.
●
To show or hide all indications, press the
ON/OFF button on the camcorder for longer than
1 second.
EN 63
Digital Dubbing
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto other video unit equipped with a DV
connector. Since digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration.
To DV OUT
connector
To A C outlet
To DC IN jack
Core filter
DC cord
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS
1
Make sure the camcorder's power is off.
MAKE CONNECTIONS
2
Pull out the connector cover and open it.
Connect the camcorder to your video unit
equipped with a DV connector using the DV
cable (optional) as shown in the illustration.
START PLAYBACK
3
Press the Play button (4) to play back the
source tape.
START RECORDING
4
While watching the playback on the LCD
monitor, engage the DV connector-equipped
video unit's record mode from the spot on the
source tape you want to begin recording.
RM-V711U
(provided)
DV cable (optional)
VC-VDV204U
Core filter
To DC OUT jack
TW
To DV
connector
Video unit equipped
with DV connector
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
NOTES:
●
You cannot use the battery pack installed in the
camcorder as the power supply since a digital
signal is output from the DV OUT connector only
when using the AC Power Adapter/Charger.
●
When using the camcorder for dubbing, be sure
to use it as a player. The camcorder's DV
connector is only for output.
●
If a blank portion is played back during dubbing,
an unusual image may be dubbed.
●
Even though the DV cable is connected correctly,
sometimes the image may not appear in step 3. If
the above occurs, turn off power and make
connections again.
●
The image with Fade/Wipe Effects and P.AE/Effects
is not output from the DV OUT connector. Only
the original playback image is output from it.
1
PLAY
STOP
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SHIFT
VCR CODE LIST
VCR BRAND
NAME
GE 1 1
HITACHI 6 6
JVC 9 1
MAGNAVOX 9 5
MITSUBISHI 6 7
NEC 3 7
PHILIPS 1 9
VCR (Recording deck)
3
TW
1
6
789`
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
9 2
9 `
9 4
6 3
A
9 6
B
9 3
C
1 1
7 1
7 6
6 8
3 8
9 5
1 1
9 4
9 1
9 6
1 2
MBR SET
2
4
5
RM-V711U
(provided)
VCR BRAND
NAME
PHILIPS
PANASONIC
RCA
SANYO 3 6
SHARP 1 5
SONY
TOSHIBA 6 9
ZENITH 1 6
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
3 3
7 2
1 3
1 7
1 1
9 4
1 8
9 2
9 4
6 6
6 3
9 `
3 5
1 `
6 5
6 `
3 9
3 1
6 1
EDITING
(Cont.)
Brand Setting
Before you can perform Random Assemble Editing
(Z pg. 65 – 67), or control the VCR using the
RM-V711U remote control, you must set the VCR
brand.
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is
installed in the remote control RM-V711U
(Z pg. 18).
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR
1
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,
referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left,
press and hold MBR SET, and press button (A)
and then (B).
•The code is automatically set once you
release the MBR SET button, and the VCR’s
power comes on.
OPERATE THE VCR
2
Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote
for the desired function. The functions the
remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF,
REW and VCR REC STBY (you don’t need to
press SHIFT for this one).
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.
IMPORTANT
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs
and those of many other makers, it may not work
with yours or may offer limited functions.
NOTES:
●
If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
●
Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically.
In this case, turn the power on manually and try
step 2.
●
If the RM-V711U is not able to control the VCR,
use the controls on the VCR.
●
When the remote control's battery runs out, the
VCR brand you have set will be erased.
In that case, replace the old battery with a new
one to reset the VCR brand.
Random Assemble Editing
Using the RM-V711U remote control, you can use P.AE/Effects and make an original edited tape.
EN 65
Core filter
Remote sensor
To A UDIO IN
To
VIDEO IN
connector
connector (L/R)
White to AUDIO L
Red to AUDIO R
Yellow to VIDEO
To S-VIDEO
IN connector
NOTES:
●
When using a JVC VCR with a remote pause
terminal, connect the EDIT jack on the camcorder to
the VCR’s remote pause terminal using an editing
cable.
●
If you use a JVC VCR not equipped with a remote
pause terminal or a non-JVC VCR, connect the
camcorder's EDIT jack to the remote control's remote
pause connector using an editing cable.
●
Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the
indications don't appear on the TV monitor. If they
appear during Random Assemble Editing, they will be
recorded onto the new tape. To clear the Playback
Sound Mode Display, press DISPLA Y on the RMV711U Remote Control. Select “DISPLAY” and “TIME
CODE” from the Playback Menu (Z pg. 56) to show
or hide the Date/Time and the Time Code on the
recording. To show or hide all indications except for
the Random Assemble Editing Menu, press ON/OFF
on the camcorder for longer than 1 second. When
Random Assemble Editing starts, its indications
disappear and are not recorded on the new tape.
Core filter
To AV OUT connector
Core filter
To S-VIDEO OUT
connector
Source tape (Camcorder)New tape (VCR)
VIDEO/AUDIO
cable (provided)
S-VIDEO cable
(provided)
MAKE CONNECTIONS
1
Make sure that the playback picture and sound
are available on the connected TV (Z pg. 58).
•Connections should be made while the power
is off. Making connections with the power on
can lead to electrical shock or malfunctions.
START SOURCE PLAYBACK
2
First turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while
pressing down the lock button located on the
dial. Press PLAY and then press R.A. EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. Make sure to point
the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor.
•T he Random Assemble Editing Menu appears
on the TV screen or the LCD monitor.
EXECUTE FADE/WIPE IN
3
(IF NECESSARY)
Press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing
repeatedly, and stop when the one you want
is displayed.
•You can’t use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
beginning of Program 1.
To EDIT jack
To remote
pause connecter
Editing cable
(provided)
TW
PLAY
R.A. EDIT
ON/OFF
RM-V711U
VCR
(Recording deck)
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
66 EN
RM-V711U
(provided)
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
Remote sensor
TW
EDIT IN/OUT
PLAY
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
EDITING
Program
INOUTMODE
1 –– –– : –– ~
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TIME CODE
P
L
A
Y
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
–– : ––
TOTAL
00 : 00
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
(Cont.)
SET EDIT-IN POINT
4
At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/
OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In
position appears on the Random Assemble
Editing Menu.
SET EDIT-OUT POINT
5
At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT.
The Edit-Out position appears on the Random
Assemble Editing Menu.
USE FADE WIPE ON SCENE
6
TRANSITION (IF NECESSARY)
Press FADE/WIPE.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing
repeatedly, and stop when the one you want
is displayed.
•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an
Edit-Out point, the effect is automatically
applied to the following Edit-In point.
•You can’t use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
end of the last scene.
•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is
included in the total time (this does not apply
to Picture Wipe/Dissolve).
USE P.AE/EFFECT (IF NECESSARY)
7
Press EFFECT.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing
repeatedly, and stop when the one you want
is displayed.
•You can use Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia,
Strobe or Video Echo effects.
NOTES:
●
When the source tape has more than 2 identical
time codes (Zpg. 23), the camcorder may not
find the Edit-In point you chose and a malfunction
may occur.
●
When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out
points so that there’s a relatively large difference
between them.
●
If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5
minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby
mode will be cancelled and editing will not take
place.
●
If there are blank portions before or after the
Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue-backed screen
may be included in the edited version.
●
Since time codes register time only as accurately
as seconds, the time code total time may not
match the total program time exactly.
●
Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all
registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.
●
If you use Sepia or Monotone P.AE/Effects, you
can’t use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader. In
this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator
begins blinking. Once the next Edit-In point is
registered, the effect is turned off. To combine
these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during
recording, then use Dissolve or Black & White
Fader during Random Assemble Editing.
●
During Digital Dubbing, Fade/Wipe Effects and
P.AE/Effects are not available.
Remote Sensor
EN 67
Rewind button
Pause button
Stop button
START/STOP button
RM-V711U
(provided)
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
EDIT IN/OUT
CANCEL
TW
PAUSE
R.A. EDIT ON/OFF
VCR REC STBY
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES
8
Repeat steps 4 – 7 (Z pg. 66).
•To change previously registered points, press
CANCEL on the remote control. The
registered points disappear, one at a time,
from the most recently registered point.
•If you're not using Fade/Wipe or P.AE/Effects,
repeat steps 4 and 5 only.
PREPARE SOURCE TAPE
9
Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the
beginning of the scene you want to edit and
press the Pause button (6).
ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD-PAUSE
10
MODE
Point the remote control towards the VCR’s
remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or
manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause
mode.
Press the START/STOP button on the
camcorder. Editing proceeds as programed,
right through to the end of the last registered
scene.
•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder
enters the Pause mode, and the recorder
enters its Record-Standby mode.
•If you don’t register an Edit-Out point, the
tape will be dubbed all the way to the end
automatically.
STOP EDITING
12
Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and
the VCR.
To make the R.A. Edit counter display disappear, press R.A. EDIT ON/OFF on the remote
control.
NOTES:
●
Pressing R.A. EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears all settings registered during Random Assemble
Editing.
●
When the editing cable is connected to the Pause terminal during dubbing, make sure the remote control
is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and that the path between the two is unobstructed.
●
If, during Random Assemble Editing, you press any button on the camcorder, its Record-Standby mode is
automatically engaged.
●
Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated Time
Codes. (Z pg. 23).
68 EN
EDITING
(Cont.)
For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Standby to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin
editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find
that you’ve recorded scenes you didn’t want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the
camcorder against your VCR.
Diagnosing VCR’s against Camcorder Timing
Remote sensor
VCR
(Recording deck)
Program 1
INOUTMODE
1 –– –– : –– ~
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TIME CODE
Random Assemble Editing Menu
TOTAL
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
–– : ––
00 : 00
TW
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF
RM-V711U (provided)
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
P
L
A
Y
PREPARE FOR R.A. EDIT
1
Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point
the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor and press R.A. EDIT ON/OFF.
•“Random Assemble Editing Menu” appears
on the TV screen.
CHOOSE A SCENE
2
Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program
1 only. In order to check VCR and camcorder
timing, select the beginning of a scene
transition as your Edit-In point.
PLAY BACK DUBBED SCENE
3
•If any images from the scene prior to the
transition you chose for your Edit-In point
were recorded, that means your VCR moves
quickly from Record-Pause to Record mode.
•If the scene you tried to dub starts in
progress, the VCR is slow to start recording.
Adjustment of VCR‘s against Camcorder Timing
Display
EN 69
32kHz MODE
4
SYNCHRO
DISPLAY
TIMECODE
END
32kHz MODE
4
SYNCHRO
DISPLAY
TIMECODE
END
FULL SOUND48kHz MODE
SOUND1
0 . 0
ON
OFF
Playback Menu
FULL SOUND48kHz MODE
SOUND1
0 . 0
ON
OFF
ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU
4
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s
remote sensor and press R.A. EDIT ON/OFF to
make the Random Assemble Editing menu
disappear, then press MENU. T he Playback
Menu appears on the TV screen.
SELECT FUNCTION
5
Move the pointer and highlight bar to
“SYNCHRO” by rotating the Select Dial, then
press it. The value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.
INPUT CORRECTION DATA
6
Based on the diagnostics performed (Z pg. 68),
you can now increase the VCR’s speed by
rotating the Select Dial to the right. You can also
slow down the VCR’s speed by rotating the
Select Dial to the left. The adjustment range is
from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second
increments.
VCR
(Recording deck)
Lock button
Select DialMENU button
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
P
L
A
Y
CLOSE MENU
7
Press the Select Dial twice.
•Now perform Random Assemble Editing
beginning with step 2 on page 65.
NOTES:
●
Before performing actual Random Assemble
Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing trial
runs to check whether the value you have input is
appropriate or not, and make adjustments
accordingly.
●
Depending on the recorder, there may be
situations where the timing difference cannot be
fully corrected.
70 EN
EDITING
Audio Dubbing
The audio track can be customized only when recorded on the 32 kHz mode (Z pg. 37).
NOTES:
●
Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded at 48 kHz, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a
blank portion of a tape.
●
To perform Audio Dubbing while watching in the television, make connections (Z pg. 58).
(Cont.)
6e
Audio Dub Standby
FIND EDIT-IN POINT
1
Play back the tape to locate the point where
editing will start, then press PAUSE.
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY
2
While holding A. DUB on the remote control,
press PAUSE. “6e” appears.
Power Dial
AV OUT
(headphones)
connector
Speaker
RM-V711U
(provided)
BEGIN DUBBING
3
Press PLAY, then begin “narrating”.
•Speak into the microphone.
PAUSE DURING DUBBING
4
Press PAUSE.
STOP DUBBING
5
Press STOP.
TW
Remote sensor
External microphone
input connector
(Located beneath
the cover.)
Stereo microphone
DISPLAY
AUDIO MONITOR
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP
NOTES:
●
Audio dubbing is possible using an optional microphone connected to the external microphone input
connector (MIC).
●
While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in microphone is disabled.
●
When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 32 kHz, the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.
●
To select the desired sound for playback, press AUDIO MONITOR on the remote control.
●
If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded
areas.
●
If feedback or howling occurs during TV Playback, move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV,
or turn down the TV’s volume.
●
Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones
to the AV OUT (headphones) connector.
●
If you change from 32 kHz to 48 kHz in mid-recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not
effective from the point where 48 kHz recording began.
●
During Audio Dubbing, when the tape mo v es to scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded at 48 kHz
or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops and “ERROR! REFER MANUAL” appears.
RECORDING SOUNDDISPLAYOUTPUT SOUND
32 kHzFULL SOUNDOriginal and new tracks are combined and output in stereo.
SOUND 2New track is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
SOUND 1Original track is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
EN 71
Insert Editing
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording
with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged.
NOTES:
●
Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
●
To perform Insert Editing while watching in the television, make connections (Z pg. 58)
6w
Remote sensor
TC 12 : 34
FIND EDIT OUT POINT
1
Playback the tape to locate the point where
you want to stop editing. Confirm the time
code at this point (Z pg. 57).
FIND EDIT IN POINT
2
Press REW until the point is located, then press
PAUSE.
PREPARE FOR INSERT EDITING
3
Press and hold INSERT on the remote control,
then press PAUSE. “6w” and the Time Code
(min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters
Insert-Pause mode.
START RECORDING
4
Press START/STOP to begin editing.
•Confirm the insert at the time code you
checked in step 1.
PAUSE DURING EDITING
5
Press START/STOP. The camcorder re-enters
Insert Pause mode. Press again to resume
editing.
Lock button
P
OFF
5S
M
A
Power Dial
RM-V711U (provided)
TW
L
A
Y
START/STOP
DISPLAY
INSERT
PLAY
PAUSE
REW(IND)
STOP EDITING
6
Press STOP while the camcorder is in the
Insert-Pause mode.
NOTES:
●
P.AE/Effects (Z pg. 44) can be used to spice up
the scenes being edited during Insert Editing.
●
To display the Time Code during Insert Editing,
pg. 56.
●
When performing Insert Editing, the tape’s Video
Area and Sub-Code Area (Z pg. 8) are rewritten,
so the date and time information changes.
●
If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space
on the tape, the audio and video may be
disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded
areas.
●
During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to
scenes recorded in the LP mode or a blank
portion, Insert Edting stops and “ERROR! REFER
MANUAL” appears.
Z
72 EN
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
No power is supplied.
2.
“SET DATE/TIME!”
appears.
3.
Recording cannot be
performed.
4.
There is no playback
picture.
5.
Some functions are not
available using the MENU
button.
6.
Some functions are not
available using the Select
Dial.
7.
The focus does not adjust
automatically.
8.
The cassette won’t load
properly.
9.
Play, Rewind and
Fast-Forward functions
don’t work.
1.
•T he power is not connected
properly.
•The battery is dead.
•The LCD monitor is not
open fully or the viewfinder
is not pulled out when
recording.
2.
•T he built-in rechargeable
clock lithum battery is
discharged and the
previously set date/time is
erased.
3.
•The tape’s record safety tab
is set to “SAVE”.
•The Power Dial is set to
“PLAY”.
•“TAPE END” appears.
•The cassette's cover is open.
4.
•The camcorder is not getting
power, or some other
malfunction exists.
5.
•The Power Dial is set to “A”.
6.
•The Power Dial is set to
“A”, “5S” and “ ”.
7.
•Focus is set to “MANUAL”.
•The recording was done in a
dark place, or the contrast
was low.
•The lens is dirty or covered
with condensation.
8.
•T he cassette is in the wrong
position.
•The battery’s charge is low.
9.
•The Power Dial is not set to
“PLAY”.
1.
•Connect the AC Adapter
securely (Z pg. 12).
•Replace the dead battery
with a fully charged one
(Z pg. 11).
•Open the LCD monitor
fully or pull out the
viewfinder. T he LCD
monitor turns on/off when it
is opened/closed at approx.
90° while the Power Dial is
set to any position except
“OFF” if the viewfinder is
not fully pulled out.
2.
•Connect the camcorder to
an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger etc.
for over 24 hours to charge
the clock lithum battery
(Z pg. 13).
3.
•Set the tape’s record safety
tab to “REC” (Z pg. 12).
•Set the Power Dial to “A”,
“M”, “5S” or “ ”
(Z pg. 19).
•Replace with new cassette
(Z pg. 14).
•Close the cassette's cover.
4.
•Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again (Z pg. 21).
5.
•Set the Power Dial to any
position except “A”
(Z pg. 19).
6.
•Set the Power Dial to any
position except “A”, “5S”
and “ ” (Z pg. 19).
7.
•Set Focus to “AUTO”
(Z pg. 47).
•Clean the lens and check
the focus again (Z pg. 77).
8.
•Set it in the right position
(Z pg. 14).
•Install a fully charged
battery (Z pg. 10).
9.
•Set the Power Dial to
“PLAY” (Z pg. 52).
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTIVE ACTION
10.
The tape is moving, but
there’s no picture.
11.
In the 5-Second mode,
recording ends before
5 seconds have elapsed.
12.
Pro Snapshot mode
cannot be used.
13.
Digital Zoom doesn’t
work.
14.
P.AE/Effects and Fade/
Wipe Effects don’t work.
15.
The Black & White Fader
doesn’t work.
16.
The Dissolve function
doesn’t work.
17.
Scene transition does not
go as expected.
10.
•Your TV has AV input
terminals, but is not set to
its VIDEO mode.
•The cassette’s cover is open.
11.
•T he 5-Second mode in the
System Menu is set to
“ANIM.”.
12.
•The Squeeze mode is
selected.
13.
•10X optical zoom is selected.
•The Video Echo effect is
activated.
•Picture Wipe or Dissolve
are being used in a scene
transition.
•5-Second recording was
done with the Power Dial
set to “5S”, and with “5SD”
selected in the System Menu.
•Pro Snapshot was attempted
during Digital Zoom.
14.
•The Power Dial is set to
“A”.
•The Power Dial is set to
“5S”.
15.
•The Sepia or Monotone
effects are activated.
16.
•P.AE/Effect Sepia,
Monotone or Slow is
activated.
•The Squeeze mode is
selected.
•The previously selected
P.AE/Effect was changed
after the last selected scene
for editing was registered.
17.
•When using “Picture Wipe/
Dissolve” (Z pg. 40) or
“Dissolves during 5 second
mode recording” (Z pg. 28),
there is a delay of a fraction
of a second between the
previous record stop-point
and the Dissolve start-point.
This is normal, but this slight
delay becomes especially
noticeable when shooting
fast-moving subject or
during rapid panning.
10.
•Set the TV to the mode or
channel appropriate for
video playback (Z pg. 58).
•Close the cassette's cover
(Z pg. 14).
11.
•Select “5S” or “5SD” in the
System Menu (Z pg. 37).
12.
•Disengage the Squeeze
mode (Z pg. 34).
13.
•Turn off the Video Echo
effect (Z pg. 45).
•Wait until the Picture Wipe
or Dissolve effects are
completed (Z pg. 40).
•Change the setting of either
the System Menu or the
Power Dial (Z pg. 36).
•Do not attempt to take a
Pro Snapshot when
performing Digital Zoom
(Z pg. 28).
14.
•Set the Power Dial to “M”
(Z pg. 19).
•Change the setting of the
Power Dial.
15.
•Turn off Sepia and
Monotone (Z pg. 44).
16.
•Turn off Sepia, Monotone
or Slow before adding
Dissolve to a scene
transition (Z pg. 44).
•Make sure that the Squeeze
mode in the Recording
Menu is set to “OFF”
(Z pg. 34).
•Make sure you have
selected the P.AE/Effects
you want before starting
editing (Z pg. 44).
17.
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CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
74 EN
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTIVE ACTION
18.
The Picture Wipe and
Dissolve functions don’t
work.
19.
The Picture Wipe function
doesn’t work.
20.
Even when Slow Shutter
isn't selected, the image
looks like it is activated.
21.
The Video Echo effect
doesn’t work.
22.
There is no strobe when
the Classic Film or Strobe
effect is activated.
23.
White Balance cannot be
activated.
24.
When shooting a subject
illuminated by bright
light, vertical lines appear.
25.
When the screen is under
direct sunlight during
shooting, the screen becomes
red or black for an instant.
TROUBLESHOOTING
18.
•The last selected editing
scene is ending.
•At the end of the last
selected scene for editing,
the Power Dial was set to
“OFF”.
•The power is off.
19.
•The Slow Shutter effect is
activated.
•The Squeeze or Cinema
mode is selected in the
Recording Menu.
20.
•When shooting in the dark,
the unit becomes highly
sensitive to light and the
image takes on an effect
similar to Slow Shutter.
21.
•The Picture Wipe or
Dissolve functions are in use.
•The Squeeze mode is
selected in the Recording
Menu.
•A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in
progress (White Fader, Black
Fader or Black & White
Fader).
22.
•The Picture Wipe or
Dissolve function is in use.
23.
•The Sepia or Monotone
effect is activated.
24.
•This is a result of
exceedingly high contrast,
and is not a malfunction.
25.
•This is not a malfunction.
18.
•Select Picture Wipe or
Dissolve before beginning
recording. The effects are
then automatically
activated (Z pg. 40).
•Do not turn off the
camcorder’s power after
setting Edit-In and Edit-Out
points, as they will all be
erased (Z pg. 40).
•The camcorder
automatically shuts off
after 5 minutes have
elapsed in the RecordStandby mode. Make
sure you continue
operations within
5 minutes after engaging
Record-Standby mode
(Z pg. 40).
19.
•Make sure the Squeeze
mode, Cinema mode, or
Slow Shutter effect is not
activated when preparing to
use the Picture Wipe
function
(Z pg. 34, 45).
20.
•If you want the lighting to
look more natural, set
GAIN UP to “AGC” or
“OFF” in the Recording
Menu (Z pg. 34).
21.
•Make sure the Squeeze
mode is set to “OFF”
(Z pg. 34).
•Do not try to use the Video
Echo effect during a
Fade-In or Fade-Out
(Z pg. 38).
22.
•Do not try to use the
Classic Film or Strobe
effect during a scene
transition (Z pg. 45).
23.
•Turn off Sepia or Monotone
before setting White
Balance (Z pg. 44).
24.
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25.
————
(Cont.)
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTIVE ACTION
26.
26.
There are disturbances in
audio and video.
27.
During recording, the
date/time does not
appear.
28.
The indicators and
messages do not appear
on screen.
29.
The indicators do not
appear on the LCD
monitor or in the
viewfinder.
30.
Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
31.
The rear of the LCD
monitor is hot.
32.
The indicators and the
image color on the LCD
monitor are not clear.
33.
Images on the LCD
monitor are jittery.
34.
The LCD monitor and the
lens have become dirty
(ex. fingerprints).
•If Audio Dubbing or Insert
Editing have been performed
repeatedly on the same
portion of the tape,
disturbance to the sound
and picture may result.
27.
•“DISPLAY” is set to “OFF” in
the Date/Time Menu.
•Interface shooting is
performed.
28.
•“ON SCREEN” is set to
“OFF” in the Date/Time
Menu.
29.
•You have made the
indicators disappear.
30.
•
In places subject to low
temperature, images become
dark due to the characteristics
of the LCD monitor. When
this happens, the displayed
colors differ from those that
are actually recorded. This is
not a defect of the camcorder.
•
When the LCD monitor's
fluorescent light reaches the
end of its service life, images
on the LCD monitor become
dark. Consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
31.
•The light used to illuminate
the LCD monitor causes it to
become hot.
32.
•This may occur when the
surface or the edge of the
LCD monitor is pressed.
33.
•The speaker volume is too
great.
34.
————
26.
•Use a new, or infrequently
used, tape for Audio
Dubbing and Insert Editing
(Z pg. 70, 71).
27.
•Set “DISPLAY” to “ON” in
the Date/Time Menu
(Zpg. 13).
•During interface shooting,
the date/time does not
appear (Z pg. 25).
•Press the ON/OFF button
for longer than 1 second to
make the indicators appear
(Z pg. 24).
28.
•Set “ON SCREEN” to “ON”
in the Date/Time Menu
(Z pg. 27).
•Press the ON/OFF button
for longer than 1 second to
make the indicators appear
(Z pg. 24).
29.
•Press the ON/OFF button
for longer than 1 second to
make the indicators appear
(Z pg. 24).
30.
•Adjust the brightness and
angle of the LCD monitor
(Z pg. 24, 25).
31.
•Close the LCD monitor to
turn it off or set the Power
Dial to “OFF”, and let the
unit cool down (Z pg. 21).
32.
————
33.
•Turn the speaker volume
down (Z pg. 53).
34.
•Wipe them gently with soft
cloth. Wiping strongly can
cause damage.
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76 EN
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTIVE ACTION
35.
The LCD monitor
indications blink.
36.
Colored bright spots
appear all over the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.
37.
The LCD monitor
indications are distorted.
38.
An unusual mark appears
in the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
39.
An error indication
(E01 — E07) appears in
the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
40.
The charge indicator on
the AC Power Adapter/
Charger does not light.
41.
The recording mode
indicator “LP” blinks on
the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
42.
Picture does not appear
on the LCD monitor.
43.
When the image is
printed from the printer, a
black bar appears at the
bottom of the screen.
TROUBLESHOOTING
35.
•
Certain FADE/WIPE, P.AE/
Effects, DIS and other functions
that cannot be used together
are selected at the same time.
36.
•
The LCD monitor or the
viewfinder is made with highprecision technology.
However, black spots or bright
spots of light (red, green or
blue) may appear constantly
on the LCD monitor or 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 %)
37.
•During playback of the
unrecorded portion, Highspeed Search and still
playback, LCD monitor
indications appear distorted.
This is not a defect.
38.
————
39.
•A malfunction of some kind
has occurred. In this case
the camcorder’s functions
become unusable.
40.
•T he temperature of the
battery is extremely high/
low.
•Charging is difficult in
places subject to extremely
high/low temperatures.
41.
•This occurs when recording in
the LP mode is not available.
After the indicator blinks, the
recording mode switches to
“SP” and recording goes on.
42.
•The viewfinder is pulled out.
•The LCD monitor's
brightness setting is too
dark.
43.
•This is not a malfunction.
35.
•Re-read the sections
covering FADE/WIPE, P.AE/
Effects and DIS
(Z pgs. 35, 38 – 45).
36.
————
37.
————
38.
•
Check the section of the
manual that explains LCD
monitor/viewfinder
indications (Z pgs. 81 – 83).
39.
•
Remove the power supply
(battery pack, etc.) and press
RESET button, and wait a few
minutes for the indication to
clear. When it does, you can
resume using the camcorder.
If the indication remains
even though you repeat the
above two or three times,
please consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
40.
•To protect the battery, it is
recommended to charge it
in places with a temperature of 10°C to 30°C (50°F
to 86°F) (Z pg. 11).
41.
————
42.
•Push the viewfinder back in.
•Adjust the brightness of the
LCD monitor (Z pg. 24).
•If the monitor is tilted
upward 180 degrees, open
the monitor fully
(Z pg. 25).
43.
•By recording with Digital
Image Stabilizer set to “ON”
(Z pg. 35) this can be
avoided.
(Cont.)
AFTER USE
Cleaning The Camcorder
Hook
Battery pack
EN 77
Battery cover
Open switch (BATTERY)
LCD monitor
REMOVE POWER SUPPLY
1
Remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC
Power Adapter/Charger (Z pg. 10, 11).
CLEAN EXTERIOR
2
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
•Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it
well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again
with a dry cloth.
CLEAN LENS
3
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER
4
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
CLEAN VIEWFINDER
5
Use a small screwdriver to lift the viewfinder
eject knob up and clean the viewfinder with a
lens blower or a soft cloth.
Viewfinder eject knob
PUSH VIEWFINDER BACK IN
6
Return the viewfinder eject knob to its original
position and push the viewfinder back in.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
7
Open the LCD monitor fully.
CLEAN LCD MONITOR
8
With soft cloth, gently wipe the LCD monitor
in a semicircular pattern. Avoid using too much
pressure as this will smear the monitor screen,
making it much more difficult to clean.
CLOSE LCD MONITOR
9
NOTES:
●
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as
benzine or alcohol. This may damage the unit's
body or cause malfunction.
●
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
78 EN
CONTROLS, INDICA TIONS AND CONNECT ORS
1
2
Connector cover
Pull this out to open.
90
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3
4
5
6
7
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$
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1 Zoom switch or volume switch (VOL.)
(Zpg. 26, 52)
Adjusts zoom during recording or the sound
volume during playback.
2 Grip strap (Zpg. 16)
3 Lens hood
4 Tally lamp
Lights during recording.
5 Remote sensor (Zpg. 54)
Receives the signal from the remote control.
When using the remote control, point it at the
remote sensor.
6 Lens cover
Opens when the viewfinder is pulled out or the
LCD monitor is opened fully.
7 Stereo microphone (Zpg. 70)
For use when recording or audio dubbing.
8 External microphone input connector
(MIC) (Stereo) (Zpg. 70)
An optional microphone can be connected.
9 JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
(DIGITAL STILL) output connector
Z pg. 60)
(
Outputs the digital still image to a personal
computer.
0 EDIT jack (Zpg. 65)
Using an editing cable, connect to the remote
control or VCR.
! RESET button (Zpg. 76)
When a malfunction occurs, press this button
after removing the power supply (battery etc.).
Pressing this button also resets the date/time or
various settings.
@ Stop button (5) (Zpg. 52)
Stops playback of the tape.
# Play/Pause button (6/
Plays back or stops the tape temporarily.
$ Rewind button (
Rewinds the tape.
% Fast-Forward button (
Fast-Forwards the tape.
4
2
) (Z pg. 52)
3
) (Zpg. 52)
) (Zpg. 52)
EN 79
^ Progressive Dial (PROGRESSIVE)
(Zpg. 30, 46)
Turn for Progressive Video Recording or Pro
Snapshot Recording.
& Progressive Button (Zpg. 30, 46)
When this button is pressed, the camcorder starts
Progressive Mode Recording (high resolution).
When pressed during playback, a playback
snapshot is taken.
* OPEN/EJECT switch (Zpg. 14)
Slide the switch down when loading/unloading a
tape.
( Speaker (Zpg. 52)
During playback, the sound can be heard.
) PUSH-OPEN button (Z pg. 14)
Press to open the LCD monitor.
q Power dial (Zpg. 20)
Turning the camcorder on/off, recording or
playback is possible.
w MENU button (Zpg. 33)
Press this button to make the Menu appear.
ON/OFF button (Zpg. 24)
Press and hold this button for more than approx.
1 second to make the indications appear on the
LCD monitor or the viewfinder .
e Function Navigator Dial (Select Dial)
Z pg. 24, 33)
(
Adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor or
selects the Menu etc. Referred to in this manual
as “Select Dial”.
r START/STOP button (Zpg. 20)
Starts recording or stops recording to make the
camcorder enter the record-standby mode.
t Viewfinder (Zpg. 17)
Pull out when recording.
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CONTROLS, INDICA TIONS AND CONNECT ORS
W
u
(Cont.)
y
Connector cover
Pull this out to
open.
y LCD monitor (Zpg. 24)
The image appears during recording or playback.
u Cassette cover (Zpg. 14)
i DV OUT connector (Z pg. 60, 61, 63)
Connect to a video unit equipped with a DV
connector.
o Video/audio output connector or head-
phones connector (
Z pg. 58, 70)
(
The provided VIDEO/AUDIO cable (ø3.5) can be
connected to a television etc. Using optional
headphones, you can listen to the sound.
However, headphones equipped with volume
control cannot be used.
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io
Bottom of the
camcorder
TRE
Qp
p DC IN jack (Zpg. 12)
The DC cord of an AC Power Adapter can be
connected.
Q S-VIDEO OUT connector
Z pg. 58, 65)
(
Connect to a video unit equipped with an SVideo connector.
W Battery cover (Zpg. 11)
Open the battery cover to insert the battery.
E Battery cover open switch (BATTERY)
Z pg. 11)
(
Slide in the direction of the arrow to open the
battery cover.
R Power Pack (MULTI) connector
Z pg. 12)
(
Attach to the Power Pack (optional).
T Tripod mounting socket (Zpg. 16)
1*2*35 6* 7*4*
EN 81
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MANUAL
W
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1/250
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SOUND
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32kHz
LP 35 min
RECPS
444
DEC 25 ’ 98
5 : 30
PM
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9
0*
!
@*
#
$*
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording
No. FUNCTION
1*Displays the operation mode position.(Z pg. 19)
2*Appears when taking a Pro Snapshot.(Z pg. 30)
3Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.(Z pg. 34)
4*Appears when in the Record-Standby mode.(Z pg. 20)
5Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer is engaged.(Z pg. 35)
6*Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).(Z pg. 15)
7*Displays the tape remaining time. During Interface Shooting (Z pg. 25), when the tape
remaining time reaches 2 minutes, this indication is shown as follows;
– –
1 min.
0 min.
–
– – –
8*Appears during recording.(Z pg. 20)
9Appears while the tape is running.(Z pg. 20)
0*Appears when Progressive Video Recording is selected.(Z pg. 46)
!Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut down on noise created by wind. (Z pg. 37)
@*Displays the 5 second mode recording or animation recording mode.(Z pg. 28)
#Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.(Z pg. 37)
$*Displays the date/time.(Z pg. 27)
%*Appears during self-timer recording.(Z pg. 29)
^Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.(Z pg. 47)
&Appears when the exposure is adjusted.(Z pg. 48)
*Appears when the iris is locked.(Z pg. 49)
(Appears when the white balance is adjusted.(Z pg. 50)
)Displays the selected P.AE/Effect.(Z pg. 44)
qDisplays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.(Z pg. 38)
wAppears when Digital Zoom is activated.(Z pg. 35)
eAppears during zooming.(Z pg. 26)
2 min.
:Pressing ON/OFF for longer than 1 second lets you remove indications marked with * from the screen.
*
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CONTROLS, INDICA TIONS AND CONNECT ORS
12 3
(Cont.)
7
32kHz
TC 01 : 28 : 15
VOLUME
SOUND1
LP
PS
DEC 25 ’ 98
– – – – – – – – – –
PM
6
4
5 : 30
4
5
6
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback
No. FUNCTION
1Displays the sound mode.(Z pg. 57)
2Displays the recording mode of the tape being played back.
3Appears during playback of scenes recorded in the Progressive Mode.
4Appears while a tape is running.
5Displays the date/time.(Z pg. 57)
6Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the speaker volume.(Z pg. 24, 52)
7Displays the time code.(Z pg. 57)
Warning Indications
INDICATIONS FUNCTION
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level: high
Remaining power level: exhausted
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, po wer turns off
automatically .
Appears when no tape is loaded, or when the erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.(Z pg. 14)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording.(Z pg. 85)
Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed,
the camcorder turns off automatically.
EN 83
TAPE!
TAPE END
SET DATE/TIME!
ERROR!
REFER MANUAL
E01 — E07
Appears for 10 seconds after power is turned on if there's no tape
loaded.
Appears when the tape ends during recording
or playback.(Z pg. 24)
● Appears when the date/time is not set.(Z pg. 13)
● Appears when the built-in rechargeable battery is
discharged and the previously set date/time is erased.(Z pg. 13)
● Appears when Audio Dubbing is unavailable.(Z pg. 70)
● Appears when Insert Editing is unavailable.(Z pg. 71)
The error indications (E01 — E07) show w hat type of malfunction has
occured. W hen an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically . Press the reset button after removing the pow er supply
(battery, etc.), and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear.
When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication
remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.(Z pg. 76)
84 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
Battery Packs
The provided battery pack is a
lithium-ion battery. Before
using the provided 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.
....do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
....use only specified chargers.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
....do not subject to unnecessary shock.
....charge in an environment where temperatures
are within the tolerances shown in the chart
below. This is a chemical reaction type
battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical
reaction, while warmer temperatures can
prevent complete charging.
....store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
....fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery once a year when storing the battery
pack over a long period time.
....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
CA UTIONS
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
....make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV
mark.
....be aware that recording onto prerecorded
tapes automatically erases the previously
recorded video and audio signals.
....make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
....do not load and unload the cassette
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at
all. This slackens the tape and can result in
damage.
....do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
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.
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.
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 anten-
nas, etc.).
....in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
....in places of over 50°C (122°F).
....in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
....in direct sunlight.
....in a closed car in summer.
....near a heater.
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
....allow it to become wet.
....drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
....subject it to shock or excessive vibration
during transportation.
....keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
....expose the lens to direct sunlight.
....carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
....swing it excessively when using the hand strap
or the grip.
....swing the soft camera case excessively when
the camcorder is inside it.
EN 85
5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
•No picture during playback.
•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
•During recording, the Head Clog Warning
indicator “ ” appears.
In such cases, use the optional Cleaning
Cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette is
used more than once consecutively, damage to
the video heads may result. After the camcorder
plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops
automatically. Also refer to the Cleaning
Cassette’s instructions.
If, after using the Cleaning Cassette, the
problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
Mechanical moving parts used to move the
video heads and video tape tend to become dirty
and worn out over time. In order to maintain a
clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups are
recommended after using the unit for about
1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
How To Handle A CD-ROM
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write
anything or put a sticker on either the front or
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center
hole using a circular motion.
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning
spray.
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
Telephone Number: (201) 794–3900
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Change or modifications not approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
About moisture condensation . . .
● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid
into a glass will cause drops of water to form
on the glass‘ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
camcorder when it is moved from a cool
place to a warm place, after heating a cold
room, under extremely humid conditions or
in a place directly subjected to the cool air
from an air conditioner.
● 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.
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 press the
RESET button and then re-connect it and
proceed as usual from the beginning.
SPECIFICA TIONS
EN 87
CAMCORDER
General
Power: DC 6.3 V (using AC Adapter)
Power consumption: 6.3 W (viewfinder on), 8.2 W (LCD monitor on)
Format: DV Format (SD mode)
Signal format: NTSC Standard
Video signal recording format: Digital Component Recording
Cassette: MINI DV Cassette
Tape Speed: SP: 18.8 mm/s
Maximum recording time: SP: 60 min.
Pickup: 1/3" CCD (Progressive Scan CCD)
Lens: F1.2, f = 5 to 50 mm, 10:1 Power Zoom Lens
LCD monitor: 4", 112,000 pixel TFT/LCD panel
Viewfinder: 0.55" color LCD, 113,000 pixel
Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity: 35 to 80%
Storage temperature: –20 to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
Dimensions: 96 (W) x 86 (H) x 160 (D) mm (3-13/16" x 3-7/16" x 6-5/16")
Weight: Approx. 680 g (1.5 lbs) (without cassette and battery)
Video
Output: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω unbalanced, analog output
S-VIDEO output: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, analog output
DV output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 conformity, digital output
Digital still output: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head jack (compatible with RC-5325 plug)
DC 7.2 V (using Battery)
LP: 12.5 mm/s
LP: 90 min. (using DVM-60 cassette)
Approx. 790 g (1.8 lbs) (incl. cassette and battery)
(via ø3.5 mm AV output jack)
C: 0.29 Vp-p, 75 Ω, analog output
Audio
Output: –8 dBs, 1 kΩ analog output (via ø3.5 mm AV output jack)
Headphone output: Stereo (via ø3.5 mm AV output jack)
External microphone input: –62 dBs, high impedance unbalanced with ø3.5 mm (STEREO)
Speaker: Monaural
AC ADAPTER/CHARGER
Power
U.S.A. and Canada: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz
Other Countries: AC 110 to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption: 20 W
Output power: DC 7.2 V, 1.2 A (charge)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions: 94 mm (W) x 36 mm (H) x 122 mm (D)
Weight: Approx. 300 g (0.7 lbs)
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications
subject to change without notice.
: DC 6.3 V, 1.8 A (VTR)
(when charging, 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F))
(3-3/4" x 1-7/16" x 4-13/16")
88 EN
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Iris
Works like the pupil of the human eye. In a well-lit environment, the human pupil contracts to keep too
much light from entering. In low lighting, the pupil dilates to allow more light in.
Color temperature
A measurement in Kelvin degrees which indicates the color contents of a light source; bluish light has a
higher color temperature than reddish light. To reproduce white as white under different types of lighting, the
chrominance signal must be adjusted to match the light source’s color temperature.
(See “White Balance”.)
AC Power Adapter/Changer
Used when charging the battery. Or, when connected directly to the camcorder, it can be used as a power
supply.
Auto focus
Focus can be set for automatic adjustment, for beginners who find the adjustment difficult.
On-screen display
Displays in the viewfinder or the LCD monitor can be shown on a connected TV.
Strobe
In the early days of movie making, 1-second strobes were uncommon, so movies didn’t have the smooth
movement they have today. This function gives movies the old-film flicker effect.
Record-Standby
Engage this mode by pressing START/STOP during Stop or Record modes. It means that the camcorder, or
your VCR, is paused and ready to record.
CCD (Charge coupled device)
Solid-state imaging device used in camcorders as the camera’s image pickup; analogous to the eye’s retina
except that picture information is output as electric signals.
Dew sensor
If condensation forms inside the unit due to a temperature change, the indicator appears in the viewfinder or
the LCD monitor, and the camcorder becomes unusable.
Digital zoom
10X Optical zoom image is taken and digitally processed to provide 40X or 200X magnified images.
Digital Image Stabilizer
When shooting while holding the camcorder in your hand, even if you think you’re perfectly still, there is
slight movement. This function compensates for that movement.
Fade
An effect used in scene transitions. Like movies or TV, the scene gradually goes black or white (fade out), or
comes in from a black or white screen (fade in).
White balance
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.
Wipe
An effect used in scene transitions. A scene disappears as though it’s being wiped off the screen (wipe out),
or appears as though it’s wiped on (wipe in).
INDEX
A
Animation ............................................... Z pg. 37
Audio Dubbing ....................................... Z pg. 70
Auto Focus.............................................. Z pg. 47
Auto Shut off ........................................... Z pg. 21
B
Battery .................................................... Z pg. 10
Battery Low............................................. Z pg. 83
Beep/Tally ............................................... Z pg. 37
C
Charging ................................................. Z pg. 10
Cleaning The Camcorder ......................... Z pg. 77
Color bar(BAR)........................................ Z pg. 31
Connections........................ Z pg. 12, 58 – 61, 63
D
Date/Time Display ............................ Z pg. 27, 57
Date/Time Settings .................................. Z pg. 13
Digital Dubbing ...................................... Z pg. 63
Digital Image Stabilizer ........................... Z pg. 35
Digital Zoom .......................................... Z pg. 35
Dubbing ........................................... Z pg. 62, 63
E
Editing .............................................. Z pg. 62, 63
Exposure Control .................................... Z pg. 48
F
5SD ........................................................ Z pg. 28
5-Second Mode ...................................... Z pg. 28
Fade-In/Out............................................. Z pg. 39
Focus Adjustment.................................... Z pg. 47
I
Insert Editing ........................................... Z pg. 71
Iris .......................................................... Z pg. 49
Iris Lock .................................................. Z pg. 49
L
LCD monitor/Viewfinder
indications ...................................... Z pg. 81 – 83
Lithium Battery ............................... Z pg. 2, 5, 84
Loading A Tape ....................................... Z pg. 14
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M
Motor Drive Mode .................................. Z pg. 31
O
On-Screen Menus ..................... Z pg. 33 – 37, 55
Operation Mode ..................................... Z pg. 19
P
P.AE/Effects........................................ Z pg. 44, 45
Photo Frame............................................ Z pg. 31
Playback Zoom ....................................... Z pg. 54
Power (AC/Battery) ............................ Z pg. 11, 12
Progressive Video Recording ................... Z pg. 46
Pro Snapshot Mode ................................. Z pg. 30
R
Random Assemble Editing ............... Z pg. 65 – 69
Record Safety Tab.................................... Z pg. 14
Record-Standby....................................... Z pg. 21
Recording Format.................................... Z pg. 8
Remote Control....................................... Z pg. 18
S
Self-Timer................................................ Z pg. 29
Set VCR Brand......................................... Z pg. 64
Slow Motion Playback ............................ Z pg. 53
Slow Shutter............................................ Z pg. 45
Sound Mode ........................................... Z pg. 37
Squeeze .................................................. Z pg. 34
Still Playback .......................................... Z pg. 53
Strobe ..................................................... Z pg. 45
T
Tapes ...................................................... Z pg. 14
Time Code .......................................... Z pg. 8, 23
W
White Balance ..................................Z pg. 50, 51
Wide Mode............................................. Z pg. 34
Wipe In/Out............................................ Z pg. 39