DIGIT AL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DV3000
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INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
BASIC RECORDING
Recording On Tape ...............................
Recording On Memory Card ...................
Recording On Tape And Memory Card ......
BASIC PLAYBACK
Playback From Tape..............................
Playback From Memory Card ..................
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT
ADVANCED FEATURES
CONNECTIONS
Basic Connections ................................
Advanced Connections ..........................
DUBBING
Dubbing To A VCR ................................
Dubbing From A VCR ............................
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector .............
Dubbing Still Images Recorded
On A Tape To A Memory Card ...............
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame
Playback and Playback Zoom ...............
Playback Special Effects ........................
Random Assemble Editing .....................
For More Accurate Editing ......................
Insert Editing .......................................
Audio Dubbing .....................................
TROUBLESHOOTING
USER MAINTENANCE
INDEX
Jack Box ............................................
Controls, Connectors And Indicators .......
Indications .........................................
CAUTIONS
TERMS
SPECIFICATIONS
8 – 17
18 – 24
25 – 27
28 – 33
34 – 53
54 – 57
58 – 61
62 – 73
74 – 79
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89 – 91
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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 on the cover page.
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
..... refer to the Index (墌 pgs. 81 – 88) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use
of this product.
Y ou are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Caution: (applies to Jack Box)
To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service person.
CAUTIONS:
䡲 If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down and
unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these conditions could
lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
䡲 To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
䡲 When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that
you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback
with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are
possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them, the
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to
accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides
to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws govern-
ing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
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 securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. 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 holder cover. Do not let children operate the
camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the
camcorder.
CAUTION!
Attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder with cables (S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) connected, then leaving it
on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in
damage.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone
to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.
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䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “
” and memory cards marked “ ” or
“ ” can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .
.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or .
.... 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.)
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
AC Power Adapter/Charger
AA-V40EA, AA-V40A,
AA-V40SH or AA-V40ED
S-Video cable
Audio Cable
(for connection
of optional
headphones)
Shoulder Strap
Remote Control Unit
RM-V717U
DC Cord Audio/Video Cable
Lens Hood
(Already attached
to the camcorder
Jack Box
CU-V504U
Editing Cable
Lens Cap
(墌 pg. 5 for
attachment)
Battery Pack
BN-V408U
(ø3.5 mini-plug to
RCA plug)
USB Cable
墌 pg. 5)
Memory Card (8 MB)
(Already inserted in
the camcorder)
CD-ROM
AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more
core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.
How To Detach/Attach The
Lens Hood
The provided lens hood helps block
out glare when shooting under bright
sunlight, the same way professional
photographers do.
To detach:
Turn the lens hood
counterclockwise.
To attach:
Align the lens hood with
the camcorder’s lens and
screw it in clockwise.
Threading
How To Attach The Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.
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The lens cap can be attached/
removed even with the lens
hood attached to the camcorder.
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How T o Use Audio Cables
When using an optional headphones, connect to the provided Audio cable (with a core filter attached), then
connect the Audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
Headphones
Audio cable
Core Filter
To PHONE
MODEDEMO –ONOFF
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO
MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).
䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for
about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
no cassette is in the camcorder.
䡲 Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more
than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.
䡲 “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is
turned off.
䡲 To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch and press the MENU wheel in.
The Menu Screen appears.
2. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ SYSTEM” and press it.
The SYSTEM Menu appears.
3. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “DEMO MODE” and press
it. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “OFF” and press it.
5. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN”, and press it
twice. The normal screen appears.
MENU Wheel
Sub Menu
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GETTING STARTED
Battery pack
BN-V408U,
BN-V416U or
BN-V428U
POWER
indicator
DC OUT connector
CHARGE indicator
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets
you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do
not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1 Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord
from the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC
Adapter/Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The
POWER indicator lights.
2 Attach the battery pack with the mark
aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC
Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE indicator
begins blinking to indicate charging has started.
3 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but
Battery pack
BN-V408U
BN-V416U (optional)
BN-V428U (optional)
Fully charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 2 hrs.
approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.
NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for
charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
● Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.
● Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and
charging stops.
● Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it
only in well-ventilated areas.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In
this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and
needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
stays lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery and lift
off. Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s
power cord from the AC outlet.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart,
or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals
to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a
short circuit and possibly start a fire.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large
power capacity. However, when one is exposed to
cold temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time
becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this
happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or
other warm, protected place for a short time, then reattach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack
itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery
pack does not come in direct contact with it.)
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BATT. RELEASE Switch
ATTENTION
Before detaching the power source, make sure that
the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so
can result in a camcorder malfunction.
INFORMATION
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed
of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:
VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15 AC
VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80 AC
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by
using the AC Power Adapter/Charger provided with
this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15 AC Power
Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only
AA-V80 AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U
battery pack.
Power Adapter/Charger
Power Adapter/Charger
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USING THE BATTERY PACK
1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
upward, push the battery pack slightly against the
battery pack mount 1.
2 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place 2.
• If the battery pack is attached with its mark
set in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.....slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding
down BATT. RELEASE to detach it.
Approximate recording time
Battery
pack
BN-V408U
BN-V416U
(optional)
BN-V428U
(optional)
BN-V840U
(optional)
BN-V856U
(optional)
LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder off
1 hr. 5 min.
2 hrs. 10 min.
3 hrs. 50 min.
5 hrs. 20 min.
7 hrs. 30 min.
NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly.
• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
•
The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
LCD monitor off/
Viewfinder on
1 hr. 15 min.
2 hrs. 30 min.
4 hrs. 20 min.
6 hrs. 10 min.
8 hrs. 40 min.
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USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
● For other notes,
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
墌 pg. 8.
To AC outlet
To DC OUT
connector
Power cord
DC cord
To DC Input
connector
Jack Box
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GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Power Zoom Lever
Recording
Start/Stop button
Lock Button
Power Switch
PAUSE
Dioptre
Adjustment
Control
Grip Adjustment
1 Separate the Velcro strip.
2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and
Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to
fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.
Viewfinder Adjustment
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually
for best viewability.
3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
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Shoulder Strap Attachment
1 Following the illustration, thread the strap through
the eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through
the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the
other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3 located
under the Grip Strap . Confirm the strap is not
twisted.
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Tripod Mounting
CAUTION
When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its
legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to
use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to
the unit by falling over.
1 To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the
direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and
stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw
clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
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Power Lamp
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Display
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Power Switch
Lock Button
MENU Wheel
F.WHITEFADER/W I PE
Date/Time Settings
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times,
but its display can be turned on or off during playback
(墌 pg. 31, 32).
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch, and
open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ DISPLAY”.
Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “CLOCK ADJ.”.
Press it and “day” is highlighted.
Rotate the MENU wheel to input the day. Press it.
Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/
time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish
setting the minute and press the MENU wheel, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you just
set.
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T IME CODE
CLOCK
ADJ .
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CLOCK
ADJ .
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LCD / TV
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– FFO
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12 .25 . 02
1730:
12 .25 .02
1730:
DISPLAY Menu
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GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Erase protection tab*
Make sure the
window side is
facing out.
PUSH HERE
Cassette
holder cover
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
....
slide the erase protection tab on the back of the
tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the
tape from being recorded over . To record on this
tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading it.
Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH
HERE” to close the cassette holder; touching other
parts may cause your finger to get caught in the
cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage.
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Cassette holder
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or
eject a cassette.
1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of
the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open
until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
2 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 holder cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply
force. Replace the battery with a fully charged one
before continuing.
3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
Approximate recording time
Tape
30 min. 30 min. 45 min.
60 min. 60 min. 90 min.
80 min. 80 min. 120 min.
Recording mode
SP LP
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 holder cover and try again. If the
cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
● If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later,
insert it again.
● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the
cassette holder cover.
● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.
● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed
with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or
unloading.
● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a
previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not.
See page 23 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
Card Cover
Clipped edge
Memory card
Label
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Loading A Memory Card
The provided memory card is already inserted in the
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.
1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
3 Insert the memory card clipped edge first.
•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the
label.
4 To close the card cover , push it until you hear a
click.
To Unload A Memory Card . . .
..... in step 3 push the memory card, which then
comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it
out and close the card cover.
NOTES:
● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked
“
” or MultiMediaCards marked
“
● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with
this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card ,
consult its manufacturer or dealer.
● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to
FORMAT the card.
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder
to become unable to recognize whether or not the
card is installed.
”.
墌 pg. 51.
ATTENTION
To Protect Valuable Files (available only for SD Memory Card) . . .
Write/erase
protection tab
..... slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory
card in the direction of “LOCK”. This prevents the memory card
from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide
the tab back to the position opposite to “LOCK” before loading it.
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To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open
the LCD monitor fully.
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch.
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
(Open the LCD monitor
to access this switch.)
Power
Switch
Lock Button
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Power lamp
P
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”, “ ”
appears. When set to “ ” or “ ”, there is no
indication.
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Power Switch Position
(Manual):
Allows you to set various recording functions
using the Menus. If you want more creative
capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this
mode.
(Full Auto):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or
manual adjustments. Suitable for standard
recording.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
:
Allows you to play back a recording on the tape,
to access data stored on the memory card or to
transfer a still image recorded on the tape or
memory card to a computer.
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO:
• Allows you to record on a tape or play back a
tape. Approx. 6 seconds of a still image can also
be recorded on a tape (墌 pg. 20).
If “REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” in
the DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded
on the memory card as well.
• Zoom magnification over 10X is available
(墌 pg. 22, 29).
MEMORY:
Allows you to record on a memory card or access
data stored on a memory card.
File size (still image) : 640 x 480 pixels,
1024 x 768 pixels,
1280 x 960 pixels or
1600 x 1200 pixels.
File size (moving image): 160 x 120 pixels or
240 x 176 pixels.
When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”,
the currently selected image size appears. When
set to “VIDEO”, there is no indication.
Power Lamp
REC MODE – SP
Display
Power Switch
Lock Button
MENU Wheel
LP
Menu Screen
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Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your
preference.
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch, and
open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ CAMERA”
and press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “REC MODE”
and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or
“LP” by rotating the MENU wheel and press it. Rotate
the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN”, and press
it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 72) and Insert Editing
(墌 pg. 71) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP
mode.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
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.
Sub Menu
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GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Power Lamp
TYQUAL I
IMAGE S IZE––
REC SEL EC T
Display
Power Switch
Lock Button
MENU Wheel
FINE
281X9006
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Menu Screen
Picture Quality/Image Size Setting
The Picture Quality/Image Size can be selected to
best match your needs. Refer to the chart on page 17
for your selection.
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully . The
power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ DSC” and
press it. The DSC Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “QUALITY” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU
wheel to select the desired mode and press it.
5 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “IMAGE SIZE”
and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the
MENU wheel to select the desired mode and press it.
6 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN”,
and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
NOTES:
● With images shot in the 1600 X 1200 mode, the shutter
speed is applicable only up to 1/500 in the “SPORTS”
mode (墌 pg. 39).
● Changing the Image Size can only be made if the
VIDEO/MEMORY switch is in the MEMORY position.
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STORAGE CAPACITY
The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality and size as well as the composition of
the subjects in the images.
Approximate number of storable images
IMAGE SIZE
640 x 480
1024 x 768
1280 x 960
1600 x 1200
* Since sound effects (墌 pg. 45) and titles (墌 pg. 48) are pre-stored in the provided 8 MB memory card, the number of
storable images will be less than the figure indicated here.
QUALITY
FINE
STANDARD
FINE
STANDARD
FINE
STANDARD
FINE
STANDARD
8 MB* 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB
110 295 625 1215
SD Memory Card (optional)
32 98 205 405
14 46 98 190
46 145 310 605
9 28 62 120
30 98 205 405
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20 62 130 260
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BASIC RECORDING
Recording On Tape
Power lamp
Power Switch
Tally lamp
(lights while
recording is
in progress)
Lock Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
Display
Tape remaining time indicator
(Approximate)
25
min
During shooting
min
(Now calculating)
90 min
89 min
3 min
2 min
(Blinking)
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures
listed below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (墌 pg. 8)
● Grip Adjustment (
● Viewfinder Adjustment (
● Load A Cassette (
● Recording Mode Setting (
墌 pg. 10)
墌 pg. 10)
墌 pg. 12)
墌 pg. 15)
1 Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it.
Press PUSH OPEN, open the LCD monitor and set
the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.
2 Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure
the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a
click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during
use.
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
the LCD monitor is fully open and the viewfinder is
pushed back in. Tilt the LCD monitor upward/
downward for best viewability.
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ”
appears while recording is in progress.
To Stop Recording . . .
.....press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
GHT
BR I
180°
90°
PUSH OPEN Button
1 min
(Blinking)
0 min
(Blinking)
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
MENU Wheel
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
.....rotate the MENU wheel until the bright level
indicator on the display moves and the
appropriate brightness is reached.
•When using the viewfinder, it is also possible to
adjust the brightness in this same manner.
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NOTES:
● When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use
the viewfinder instead.
● The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting. It
will appear in the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position, and it will appear on the LCD monitor when
fully extended.
● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.
● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the
cassette holder cover.
● When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts. “
starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording.
● The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5
minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the
camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur
when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording from the middle of a tape” (
● During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the
PHONE connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback (
● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off,
墌 pg. 28, 30.
墌 pg. 23).
墌 pg. 25).
”
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
In some situations, different shooting angles may
provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in
the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the
most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90°
downward, 180° upward).
Self-Recording
INTERFACE SHOOTING
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the
LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while
viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180° so
that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted
upward to an angle of over approx. 105°, the monitor
image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled
out at that time, it also switches on.
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording.
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and
indications do not appear inverted as they would
when viewing a mirror.
NOTES:
● During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running” indicator
and warning indications (
ones that are shown; they appear reversed in the
display as they would when viewing a mirror, but are
not reversed in the recording.
● 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)
墌 pg. 87, 88) are the only
(blinking)
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BASIC RECORDING
Recording On Tape (cont.)
SNAPSHOT Button
Power Switch
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
(Open the LCD monitor
to access this switch.)
MENU Wheel
Display
Menu Screen
SNAP MODE – FULL
FULL
Snapshot mode with no
frame*
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode
*There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
NEGA
PIN–UP
FRAME
NEGA
Nega mode*
FRAME
Snapshot mode with
frame*
Snapshot (For Tape Recording)
This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ CAMERA”.
Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SNAP MODE”,
then press it.
5 Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
Snapshot mode, then press it.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN” and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
1 Press SNAPSHOT.
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.
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect
similar to serial photography. (Interval between still
images: approx. 1 second)
NOTES:
● To remove the shutter sound, 墌 “BEEP” on pg. 30.
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Programme AE with special effects (
engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such
a case, the icon blinks.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
墌 pg. 29), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
(
● To dub images recorded on a tape to a memory card,
墌 pg. 61.
● The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC
SELECT” is set to “ / ” in the Menu
墌 pg. 31).
Screen (
● If “REC SELECT” is set to “
DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the
memory card as well (640 x 480 pixels).
● During playback as well, all snapshot modes except
Nega mode are available when “ COPY” is
set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (
● When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE
connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the
speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.
墌 pg. 38) is
/ ” in the
墌 pg. 32).
BASIC RECORDING
Recording On Memory Card
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SNAPSHOT Button
Power Switch
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
(Open the LCD monitor
to access this switch.)
Image Size
Displays the image file size: 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280
x 960), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) (墌 pg. 16).
Shooting icon
Appears and blinks during shooting.
Card icon
Appears during shooting and blinks when
a memory card is not loaded:
Memory Card) or
1280
Remaining number of shots
Displays the remaining number of shots that can
be stored. The number increases or decreases
depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.
Picture Quality
Displays the quality of image: F (Fine) or
S (Standard) (in order of quality) (
Focus icon
Blinks while the focus is being adjusted and
stops blinking when the focus is locked.
There is the sound of a shutter closing.
(MultiMediaCard).
Display
51
Snapshot mode
with no frame
Lock Button
(SD
墌 pg. 16).
Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
Y ou can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera
for taking snapshots.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
墌 pg. 8)
● Power (
● Grip Adjustment (
● Viewfinder Adjustment (
● Loading A Memory Card (
● Picture Quality/Image Size Setting (
墌 pg. 10)
墌 pg. 10)
墌 pg. 13)
墌 pg. 16)
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”,
then set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully.
2 Press SNAPSHOT.
The image is recorded on the memory card.
• To check how the image looks before recording it on
the memory card, press SNAPSHOT halfway and
hold. “ ” appears and stops blinking when the
captured image is focused. To cancel it, release
SNAPSHOT. To record it on the memory card, press
SNAPSHOT fully.
• Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with
no frame.
To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .
.....when unwanted still images are stored in the
memory card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting
Files” (墌 pg. 50) and delete unwanted still images.
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .
.....when you do not want to hear the shutter sound,
set “BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen
(墌 pg. 28, 30). The sound is no longer heard
from the speaker.
NOTES:
● Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (墌 pg. 29), the Stabiliser
will be disabled.
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Programme AE with special effects (墌 pg. 38) is
engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such
a case, the icon blinks.
● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when
the Power Switch is set to “
supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off
automatically to save power. To perform shooting again,
close the LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the
viewfinder, push back it in and pull it out again.
● The Motor Drive mode (
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
● When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE
connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the
speaker.
● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for
Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility
with devices which are not compliant to DCF .
” or “ ” and power is
墌 pg. 20) is disabled when the
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BASIC RECORDING
Recording On Tape And Memory Card
Zoom in (T : Telephoto)
1x
WT
01x
Approximate zoom ratio
01x
WT
Zoom display
WT
Power Zoom Lever
02x
WT
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Digital zoom zone
10X (optical) zoom zone
04x
WT
FEATURE:
Zooming
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
䡲 The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
墌 pg. 24), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
(
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 300X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
optical zoom (
● 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 when the VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY” (
● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is
set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in
the Menu Screen on page 30.
墌 pg. 29).
墌 pg. 14).
Power Switch
MENU Wheel
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NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
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 (墌 pg. 66 – 70), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time
code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes
as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A
Tape” below in the following cases;
• When shooting again after playing back a
recorded tape.
• When power shuts off during shooting.
• When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting.
• When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
• When shooting on a blank portion located
partway through the tape.
• When shooting again after shooting a scene
then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 44) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,
then engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 25).
2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then
start recording.
NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” (
12: 34 : 24
Display
墌 pg. 31, 32).
Frames are not displayed
during recording.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames
(25 frames = 1 second)
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When a blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
00:00:00
Shooting start pointShooting stop point
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
05:44:00
Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene
Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene
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Focus detection zone
BASIC RECORDING
While focusing on a further
subject
Recording On Tape And Memory Card (cont.)
While focusing on a nearer
subject
FEATURE: Auto Focus
PURPOSE:
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.
5 cm to the subject) to infinity.
However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual
focusing):
• When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
• When illumination is low.*
• When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
• When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
• When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.
• When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
• When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft
cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first (墌 pg. 22). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the
camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This
will not occur when “TELE MACRO” (
墌 pg. 30) is activated.
FEATURE:
Manual Focus
PURPOSE:
To obtain correct focus.
OPERATION:
1) If you are using the viewfinder , you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments
(墌 pg. 10).
2) Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press
FOCUS (墌 pgs. 82 and 83, * FOCUS Button). The manual focus indicator appears.
3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the Focus Ring clockwise. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the Focus Ring counterclockwise. “ ” appears and blinks.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS or set the Power Switch to “ ”.
NOTES:
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in
on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the
depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “
” or “ ” will blink.
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BASIC PLAYBACK
Speaker
Stop Button (5)
Rewind Button (2)
Play/Pause Button (
Fast-Forward Button (
Playback From Tape
4
/6)
3
)
Power Zoom Lever
(VOLUME)
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to
access this switch)
1 Load a tape (墌 pg. 12).
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. To start
playback, press 4/6.
• To stop playback, press 5.
• Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
To Control The Speaker Volume . . .
.....slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOLUME) towards
“+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn
down the volume.
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NOTES:
● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. T o
turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV (
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
• When power is supplied from a battery: the “
When power is supplied through the DC cord: “
• During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.
● When a cable is connected to the AV or PHONE connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.
”.
” battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
” does not appear.
墌 pg. 54).
Still Playback:
1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● 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.
● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.
Shuttle Search:
1) Press 3 for forward or 2 for reverse search during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, press and hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you
release it, normal playback resumes.
● A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Pauses during playback.
Allows high-speed search in either direction.
Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.
1) Engage Still Playback.
2) Rotate the MENU wheel towards “▲” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “▼” for reverse
Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.
● To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● Y ou can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (墌 pg. 64).
Slow-Motion Playback, Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (provided) (墌 pg. 64, 65).
ATTENTION
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on
the left side of the screen.
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BASIC PLAYBACK
Playback From Memory Card
Stop Button (5)
Rewind Button (
Play/Pause Button (
Fast-Forward Button (
SELECT Button
MENU
Wheel
[For Normal Playback: IMAGE]
To display the
next image
[For Auto Playback: IMAGE]
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch.)
Display
E-MAIL CLIP
SOUND
2
)
4
/6)
3
Power Switch
Lock Button
To display the
previous image
Normal Playback:
E-MAIL CLIP
Normal Playback:
SOUND
Normal Playback
1 Load a memory card (墌 pg. 13).
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”,
)
then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
•A stored file is displayed.
If you want to select another type of file, go to
step 3. If not, go to step 4.
3 Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen
appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select the type of
file: IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP (墌 pg. 46), SOUND
(墌 pg. 45) or TITLE (墌 pg. 48). Then press the
MENU wheel in. The selected type of file is displayed.
4 If you are viewing an IMAGE file . . .
Press 3 to display the next image, or press 2 to
display the previous image.
If you are viewing an E-MAIL CLIP file . . .
Press 4/6 to play back the displayed video clip. To
stop video clip playback, press 5.
If you are listening to a SOUND file . . .
Press D.SOUND to play back the displayed sound
effect.
•Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file
(墌 pg. 27, “Viewing File Information”).
•You can also overview several files at a time
(墌 pg. 27, Index Playback).
•You can turn off the on-screen playback display
(墌 pg. 27, “Removing On-Screen Display”).
Auto Playback
You can run through all the files stored on the
memory card automatically.
NOTE:
Auto Playback does not work with video clips.
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above.
2 Press
•If you press 2 during Auto Playback, files are
•If you press 3 during Auto Playback, files are
4
/6.
displayed in descending order.
displayed in ascending order.
3 To end Auto Playback, press 5.
NOTE:
Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a lownumbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image,
because new images are automatically stored after the
last-recorded one.
MENU Wheel
Selected file
Index number
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
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INDEX Button
INFO Button
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Index Playback
Y ou can view several different files stored on the
memory card at a time. This browsing capability
makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.
1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”.
2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to move the frame to the
desired file.
• Pressing 3 displays the next page and
2
displays the previous page.
• Pressing INFO gives you details on the currently
selected file (墌 “Viewing File Information”).
4 Press the MENU wheel in. The selected file is
displayed.
• Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file
(墌 “Viewing File Information”).
Viewing File Information
Y ou can get the relevant file information by pressing
the INFO button during normal playback or Index
playback.
DCF : Folder and file number (IMAGE files
FOLDER : Folder name (墌 pg. 51)
FILE : File name (墌 pg. 51)
DATE : Date the file was made
SIZE : Image size (except SOUND files
QUALITY : Picture quality (IMAGE files only
TIME : Playback time (E-MAIL CLIP/SOUND
PROTECT : When set to ON, the file is protected
• Press INFO again to close the Info Screen.
NOTE:
With images shot with another device or processed on a
PC, “QUALITY: – – –” will be displayed.
Removing On-Screen Display
only)
墌 pg. 16, 46)
墌 pg. 16)
files only 墌 pg. 46)
from accidental erasure (墌 pg. 49).
D I SP LAYM E NU
ON
OFF
RETURN
Menu Screen
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback”
(墌 pg. 26).
2 Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen
appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select IMAGE or
TITLE, then press it.
• A stored IMAGE ( ) or TITLE ( ) file is
displayed.
3 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “DIS-
PLAY”, then press it.
4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “OFF”, then
press it. The operation mode indicator and battery
indicator ( ) disappear.
• To display the indicators again, select “ON” in step 4.
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USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT
Power Switch
Lock Button
Display
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ACAMER
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DSC
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F.WHITEFADER/WI PE
Menu Screen
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ZOOM
MODESNAP
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Sub Menu
DIS –ONOFF
MENU Wheel
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For Recording Menu
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the
more detailed camcorder settings (墌 pg. 29 – 31).
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out
the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
function menu, and press it. The selected function
menu appears.
4 Function menu setting depends on the function.
If you have selected “ FADER/WIPE”,
“ PROGRAM AE” or “ W. BALANCE” . . .
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..... see pg. 29.
If you have selected “ CAMERA”, “ MANUAL”,
“ SYSTEM”, “ DISPLAY” or “ DSC” . . .
..... go to step 5.
5 Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
function and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
Then, rotate the MENU wheel to select the parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.
6 Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ RETURN”
and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•The icon represents “END”.
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
TYQUAL I
IMAGE S IZE––
REC SELECT
NRETUR
BEEP
TALLY
DEMO MOD E
TITLE W/ – ACKGRNDB
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SOUND I N – /AUXICM
E-CL IP REC –
CAM RESET
RE NEON SC
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ADJ .
NRETUR
FINE
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– FFO
NRETUR
LCD/ TV
UTOA
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1730:
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MELODY
NO
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FADER/W IPE
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AN E
W. BAL
ACAMER
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DSC
END
Normal Screen
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Menu Screen Explanations
FADER/WIPE
PROGRAM AE
W.BALANCE
REC MODE
SOUND
MODE
ZOOM
CAMERA
SNAP MODE
GAIN UP
DIS
SELF-TIMER
MANUAL
5S
TELE
MACRO
12BIT
16BIT
10X
40X
300X
OFF
AGC
OFF
ON
OFF
5S
Anim.
OFF
ON
Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (墌 pg. 36, 37).
Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” (墌 pg. 38, 39).
Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”
(墌 pg. 41).
Allows you to set the tape recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your pre-
ference (墌 pg. 15).
Enables tape recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is
recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the
32 kHz mode of previous models)
Enables tape recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent
to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)
When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to
10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum
of 40X digital magnification.
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum
of 300X digital magnification.
Refer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” (墌 pg. 20).
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.
The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
Refer to “Self-Timer” (墌 pg. 34).
Refer to “5-Second Recording” (墌 pg. 35).
Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving (墌 pg. 35).
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the
zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject,
the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”,
you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
•When shooting dark or dim subjects.
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
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NOTES:
● Settings made in the “ CAMERA” Menu remain effective whether the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”. However,
the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “
● The “
MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
”.
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