JVC GR-DV800, GR-DV500 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DV900

GR-DV800

GR-DV500

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For Accessories:

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The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DV900.

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

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

Model No.

Serial No.

		ENGLISH
	AUTOMATIC	9
	DEMONSTRATION
	GETTING STARTED	10
	VIDEO RECORDING &	17
	PLAYBACK
	DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
	(D.S.C.) RECORDING &	23
	PLAYBACK
	ADVANCED FEATURES	31
	REFERENCES	68
	TERMS	86
	LYT1106-001D	EN

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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 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 ( pg. 80 – 85) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

…read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 74 through 76 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).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

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

NOTES:

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

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

CAUTIONS:

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

●Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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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 (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

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

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.

For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:

<http://www.eiae.org>

IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

11)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

12)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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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 securely attach and use the provided 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!

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

Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.

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.)

EN 5

Provided Accessories

● AC Adapter	● Battery Pack	● Audio/Video Cable
AP-V13U	BN-V408U-B	(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA
		plug)

● USB Cable		● Editing Cable	● CD-ROM
		(GR-DV900 only)
9	6	0
2	4	3
w	5	e

T

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● Remote Control Unit	● Memory Card 8 MB
RM-V717U (GR-DV900 only)	(Already inserted in the
RM-V718U* (GR-DV800/500 only)	camcorder)

●Lens Cap ( pg. 7 for attachment)

●AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (GR-DV900 only) Lithium Battery CR2025* (GR-DV800/ 500 only)

(for remote control unit)

*A lithium battery is pre-installed in the Remote Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation sheet). To use the Remote Control Unit, remove the insulation sheet.

●Shoulder Strap ( pg. 7 for attachment)

●Core Filter (GR-DV800/ 500 only) (for optional editing cable pg. 6 for attachment)

●Audio Cable x 2 (for connection of

optional headphones and external microphone pg. 6)

NOTES:

●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.

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

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How To Attach The Core Filter (GR-DV800/500 only)

(for optional editing cable)

Attach the core filter to an optional editing cable. The core filter reduces interference.

1Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter.

Stopper

2Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm (1-3/16") of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. Wind the cable twice around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.

● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

3 cm (1-3/16")

Wind twice.

3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

NOTES:

●Take care not to damage the cable.

●When connecting a cable, attach the end with the core filter to the camcorder.

How To Use The Audio Cable

When using optional headphones or external microphone, connect to the provided Audio cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the Audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

Microphone

Headphones

Audio cable

(provided)

Open the

connector cover.

To MIC

Core filter

To

(headphones)

EN 7

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 camcorder.

● During shooting

How To Attach The Strap

1Following the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet a.

2Fold it back and thread it through the buckle b.

3Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet c located under the Grip Strap.

4Confirm the strap is not twisted.

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CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION	9
GETTING STARTED	10
Power .......................................................................	10
Grip Adjustment .......................................................	12
Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................	12
Tripod Mounting ......................................................	12
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................................	12
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......................	13
Operation Mode .......................................................	13
Date/Time Settings ....................................................	14
Loading A Cassette
/Unloading A Cassette ..........................................	15
Loading A Memory Card
/Unloading A Memory Card .................................	16
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK	17
VIDEO RECORDING ....................................................	17
Basic Recording ........................................................	17
Tape Remaining Time ...............................................	17
Zooming ...................................................................	18
Journalistic Shooting .................................................	18
Time Code ................................................................	19
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ....................	19
VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................................................	20
Normal Playback ......................................................	20
Still Playback ............................................................	20
Shuttle Search ...........................................................	21
Blank Search ............................................................	21
Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................................	22
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK	23
D.S.C. RECORDING .....................................................	23
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............................	23
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .......................................................	24
Normal Playback Of Images .....................................	24
Auto Playback Of Images .........................................	24
Playback Of Video Clips ...........................................	25
Playback Of Title Images ..........................................	25
Index Playback Of Files ............................................	26
Viewing File Information ..........................................	26
Removing On-Screen Display ...................................	26
Protecting Files .........................................................	27
Deleting Files ...........................................................	28
Resetting The File Name ...........................................	29
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ...................	29
Initializing A Memory Card ......................................	30

ADVANCED FEATURES	31
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ..........................	31
Changing The Menu Settings ....................................	31
RECORDING MENUS ..................................................	32
Wipe Or Fader Effects ..............................................	32
Program AE With Special Effects ...............................	33
White Balance Adjustment .......................................	34
PLAYBACK MENUS .....................................................	40
FEATURES FOR RECORDING .......................................	42
Night Alive ...............................................................	42
Snapshot (For Video Recording) ...............................	42
Self-Timer .................................................................	43
Title Impose .............................................................	44
Auto Focus ...............................................................	45
Manual Focus ...........................................................	45
Exposure Control ......................................................	46
Iris Lock ...................................................................	46
Backlight Compensation ...........................................	47
White Balance Adjustment .......................................	47
Manual White Balance Adjustment ..........................	47
NAVIGATION Function ...........................................	48
E-Mail Clip Recording ..............................................	50
DUBBING ..................................................................	52
Dubbing To Or From A VCR ....................................	52
Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV IN Connector (Digital Dubbing) ..................	53
Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV OUT Connector (Digital Dubbing) ..............	54
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To
A Memory Card ....................................................	55
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...........................	56
Audio Dubbing ........................................................	59
Insert Editing ............................................................	60
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ........................	60
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ..............................................	66
Connection To A Personal Computer .......................	66
Using The Camcorder As A WebCam .......................	67
REFERENCE	68
DETAILS ....................................................................	68
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................	69
CAUTIONS .................................................................	74
USER MAINTENANCE ..................................................	77
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................	78
INDEX .......................................................................	80
TERMS	86

EN 9

Automatic Demonstration

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

MENU Wheel

Lock Button

Power Switch

Sub Menu

SYSTEM

DEMO MODE – OFF

ON

Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and no cassette is in the camcorder.

Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.

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

To cancel Automatic Demonstration

1Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

3Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

4Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “s”, and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.

5Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DEMO MODE”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

6Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and press it.

7Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “BRETURN”, and press it twice. The normal screen appears.

NOTE:

Detach the lens cap to see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

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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

Power Switch

Lock Button

BATT.RELEASE Switch

Arrow

Power/Charge Lamp

AC Adapter

To AC outlet d

Open the cover.

To DC connector c

1With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount a.

2Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place b.

3Set the Power Switch to “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder c.

5Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet d.

6The power/charge lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started.

7When the power/charge lamp goes out, charging is finished.

8Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet.

9Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

To detach the battery pack...

Slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding

BATT. RELEASE to detach it.

	Battery pack	Charging time
	BN-V408U	Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
	BN-V416U	Approx. 3 hr.
	(optional)
	BN-V428U	Approx. 5 hr.
	(optional)

NOTES:

●If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

●During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.

●Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used.

●When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the power/charge lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Adapter, 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.

●Using the optional AA-V40 AC Power Adapter/ Charger, you can charge the BN-V408U/V416U/ V428U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC Adapter.

●For other notes, pg. 68.

Using The Battery Pack

Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Charging The Battery Pack” in the left column.

Maximum continuous recording time

Battery pack	LCD monitor on	Viewfinder on
BN-V408U*	1 hr. 10 min.	1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V416U	2 hr. 20 min.	3 hr.
BN-V428U	4 hr.	5 hr. 10 min.
BN-V840U	5 hr. 30 min.	7 hr. 15 min.
BN-V856U	7 hr. 40 min.	10 hr. 20 min.
* Provided

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.

EN 11

	ATTENTION:		About Batteries
	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 optional extended-use battery pack kit is a set
	composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/
	Charger:		Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
	VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15U
	AC Power Adapter/Charger
	VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U
	AC Power Adapter/Charger
	Read the kit’s instruction manual before using.
	Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC
	Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or
	BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and
	supply power directly to the camcorder.		DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart,
	NOTE:		or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may
	It is not possible to use the optional VL-V3U Video		cause a fire or explosion.
	Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom		WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals
	Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone if the		to come in contact with metals, as this can result in
	BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery pack is used.		a short circuit and possibly start a fire.
	Using AC Power		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/50°F), 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
			re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery
			pack itself is not cold, it should not affect
			performance.
	AC Adapter		(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery
			pack does not come in direct contact with it.)
			For other notes, pg. 68.
	To AC outlet	Open the cover.
	b	To DC connector
		a

GETTING STARTED

1

2

Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder a. Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet b.

NOTES:

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

●For other notes, pg. 68.

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Grip Adjustment

1Adjust the velcro strip.

2Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip.

3Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.

Viewfinder Adjustment

1Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.

3Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

PAUSE

Diopter Adjustment

Control

Tripod Mounting

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.

CAUTION:

When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder

While using the LCD monitor:

Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º upward).

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.

180˚

PUSH OPEN Button

NOTES:

●The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set “PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. ( pg. 31, 38)

●Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a malfunction. ( pg. 73)

EN 13

Brightness Adjustment Of The

Display

1Set the Power Switch to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

3Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

4Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “n”, and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.

5Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “BRIGHT”, and press it. The Menu Screen closes and the brightness control indicator appears.

6Rotate the MENU Wheel until the appropriate brightness is reached.

7Press the MENU Wheel in.

●It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

MENU Wheel

BR I GHT

Operation Mode

To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Power/Charge

Lamp

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.

Power Switch Position

A (Full Auto Recording):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

The “A” indicator appears on the display.

M (Manual Recording):

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. ( pg. 31)

If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode.

There is no indication on the display.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

●Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

●Allows you to play back a video clip on the memory card.

●Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card to a PC.

●Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. ( pg. 31)

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position

VIDEO:

Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If “REC SELECT” is set to “ /” ( pg. 39), still images are recorded both on the tape and the memory card.

MEMORY:

●Allows you to record in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card.

●When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, the currently selected image size appears.

Power-Linked Operation

When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.

GETTING STARTED

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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. ( pg. 31, 41)

MENU Wheel

Power/Charge

Lamp

Lock Button

Power Switch

1Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

3 Press the MENU Wheel in.			WI PE / FADER
				FADER–WH I TE
The Menu Screen appears.
				FADER–BLACK
				FADER–B .W
			WI PE–CORNER
			WI PE–WI NDOW
			WI PE–SL I DE
			WI PE–DOOR
			WI PE–SCROLL
			WI PE–SHUTTER
4 Rotate the MENU Wheel
		CAMERA DISPLAY
to select “n”, and press		BR I GHT
		ON SCREEN – LCD / TV
it. The CAMERA DISPLAY		DATE / T I ME – AUTO
		T I ME		CODE – OFF
Menu appears.		CLOCK		DEC 2 5'0 3
		ADJ .		5 : 3 0 PM

5 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “CLOCK ADJ.”,	RETURN
and press it. The

parameter for “Month” is highlighted.

6Rotate the MENU Wheel to input the month, and press it. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and minute.

	CAMERA DISPLAY
		DEC 2	5'0 3
	CLOCK
	ADJ .	5 : 3	0 PM

7	Rotate the MENU Wheel	RETURN

to select “BRETURN”, and

press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter, or while the battery pack attached to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s 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 Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/ time setting before using the camcorder.

Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the date/time.

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 (month), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press the MENU Wheel in, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you have just set.

EN 15

Loading A Cassette

/Unloading A Cassette

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

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

●Do not touch internal components.

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

●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.

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

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

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

Erase protection tab

Make sure the window side is

facing out.

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder

Cassette holder cover

OPEN/EJECT Switch

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.

Approximate recording time

	Tape	Recording mode
		SP	LP
	30 min.	30 min.	45 min.
	60 min.	60 min.	90 min.
	80 min.	80 min.	120 min.

To switch the recording mode, refer to pages 31 and 34.

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 recedes 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 “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape”

( pg. 19).

GETTING STARTED

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Loading A Memory Card

/Unloading A Memory Card

The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase.

Card Cover (MEMORY CARD)

Memory card

Label

Clipped edge

1Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

2Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).

3To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first.

To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out.

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

4Close the card cover.

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.

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. ( pg. 30)

ATTENTION:

Do not insert or 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.

	VIDEO RECORDING			EN 17
	Basic Recording		4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while
			pressing down the Lock Button located on the
	NOTE:		switch.
			● The power/charge lamp lights and the
	Before continuing, perform the procedures listed			camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
	below:			“PAUSE” is displayed.
	● Power ( pg. 10)		5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
	● Loading A Cassette ( pg. 15)		Button. The tally lamp lights and “T REC”
	Power/Charge Lamp
			appears on the display while recording is in
	Power Zoom Lever		progress.
			6 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
			Button again. The camcorder re-enters the
			Record-Standby mode.
			NOTES:
			● The image will not appear simultaneously on the
			LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
			● If the Record-Standby mode continues for
		Power Switch	5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off
			automatically. To turn the camcorder on again,
			push back and pull out the viewfinder again or
	Lock Button		close and re-open the LCD monitor.
	Recording Start/Stop Button		● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
			• When power is supplied from a battery: the
	VIDEO/MEMORY Switch		“	” battery indicator is displayed. ( pg. 84)
			• When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the
			“	” battery indicator does not appear.
			● 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” ( pg. 19).
			● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off,
	Tally Lamp		pg. 31, 37.
			● To record in LP (Long Play) mode, pg. 31, 34.
	(Lights while recording is in	PUSH OPEN Button	● For other notes, pg. 68.
	progress.)

Tape Remaining Time

Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– h – – m” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.

0h 25m

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

1Remove the lens cap.

2Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

– h– – m 1 h 0 m 0 h 5 9 m 0 h 3 m

(Now calculating)

0 h 0 m 0 h 1 m 0 h 2 m

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

(Blinking)

(Blinking) (Blinking)

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VIDEO RECORDING (cont.)

Zooming

Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

●The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action.

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

1 xW	T
	10 xW	T
		20xW	T
			40xW	T

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

10 x WT

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio

NOTES:

●Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in RecordStandby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 45), 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. ( pg. 35)

●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 (2”) to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in MANUAL Menu on page 36.

●For other notes, pg. 68.

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 270º (90º downward, 180º upward).

EN 19

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 ( pg. 60 – 65), 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” ( pg. 19) 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.

		Display				Frames are not displayed
						during recording.
						Minutes
						Seconds
						Frames
1	2 : 3	4 : 2		4		(30 frames = 1 second)

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1)Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 21) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. ( pg. 20)

2)Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” 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”. ( pg. 38)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code		Time code		Time code
00:00:00		05:43:21		00:00:00
Tape	Already		Blank			Newlyrecorded
	recorded scene					scene
Shooting start		Shooting stop			Shooting start
	point		point		point

Proper recording

Time code		Time code		Time code
00:00:00		05:43:21		05:44:00
Tape	Already		New		Latest scene
	recorded scene		scene
Shooting start		Shooting start Shooting start
	point		point point

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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback

MENU Wheel (VOLUME)

Power Switch

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Stop Button (8)

Play/Pause Button (4/9)

	Rewind Button (3)
Speaker	Fast-Forward Button (5)

1Load a cassette. ( pg. 15)

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

3Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4To start playback, press 4/9.

5To stop playback, press 8.

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

NOTES:

●Clean the video heads using an optional dry cleaning cassette when:

•No picture during playback.

•Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, pg. 75.

●If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”.

●The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.

( pg. 22)

●You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camcorder body.

●LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•When power is supplied from a battery: the

“” battery indicator is displayed. ( pg. 84)

•When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the “” battery indicator does not appear.

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

To control the speaker volume…

Rotate the MENU Wheel towards “+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the volume.

Still Playback

Pauses during video playback.

1)Press 4/9 during playback.

2)To resume normal playback, press 4/9 again.

●If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.

●When 4/9 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilizes the still image.

BLANK SEARCH

PUSH "STOP" BUTON

TO CANCEL

EN 21

Shuttle Search

NOTES:

● Before starting Blank Search, if the current position

Allows high-speed search in either direction during

is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in

video playback.

the reverse direction. If the current position is at a

1) During playback, press 5 for forward search,

recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the

or 3 for reverse search.

forward direction.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9.

● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING

● During playback, press and hold 5 or 3.

REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has

The search continues as long as you hold the

appeared with the tape.

button. Once you release the button, normal

● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached

playback resumes.

during Blank Search, the camcorder stops

● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display

automatically.

during Shuttle Search. This is not a

● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of

malfunction.

tape may not be detected.

ATTENTION:

● The detected blank portion may be located

During Shuttle Search, parts of

between recorded scenes. Before you start

the picture may not be clearly

recording, make sure there is no recorded scene

after the blank portion.

visible, particularly on the left

side of the screen.

Slow-Motion Playback

Blank Search

Frame-By-Frame Playback

Helps you find where you should start recording in

Playback Zoom

the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption.

Playback Special Effects

( pg. 19)

1Load a cassette. ( pg. 15)

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

3Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Available only with the remote control (provided). ( pg. 58)

4 During Stop mode, press BLANK SEARCH.

● The “BLANK

SEARCH” indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts

reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion.

● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8.

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22 EN

VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)

Connections To A TV Or VCR

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

	Connector
	Cover****
Connector	To S
Cover****
	To AV
Audio/Video
cable	S-Video cable
(provided)	(optional)

A B C D

VCR

		A White to AUDIO L IN*
		B Red to AUDIO R IN*
		C Yellow to VIDEO IN**
	TV	D To S-VIDEO IN***
*	Not required for watching still images only.
**	Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input
	connectors.
***	Connect when your TV/VCR has S-VIDEO IN
	and A/V input connectors. In this case, it is not
	necessary to connect the yellow video cable.
**** When connecting the cable, open the cover.

1Make sure all units are turned off.

2Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration.

If using a VCR, go to step 3.

If not, go to step 4.

3Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

5Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV…

●Date/Time

Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. ( pg. 31, 41)

Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.

●Time Code

Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF”. ( pg. 31, 41)

●Indications other than date/time and time code Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”. ( pg. 31, 41)

NOTES:

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

( pg. 11)

●The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146B S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

●To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “A” or “M”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

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

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

●When a cable is connected to the AV or headphone connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

D.S.C. RECORDING

EN 23

Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot)

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

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:

●Power ( pg. 10)

●Loading A Memory Card ( pg. 16)

SNAPSHOT Button

Power Switch

PUSH OPEN Button

Lock Button

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

1Remove the lens cap.

2Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

3Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.

4Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

5Press SNAPSHOT. The “O” indication appears while the snapshot is being taken.

●To check how the image looks before recording it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT halfway and hold. The “ ” indicator appears and stops blinking when the captured image is focused. To cancel the recording, release SNAPSHOT. To record it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT fully.

●Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no frame.

●To delete unwanted still images, refer to “Deleting Files” ( pg. 28).

●When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set “BEEP” to “OFF”. ( pg. 31, 37)

●To change the Image Size and/or Picture Quality, pg. 31, 39.

.

Snapshot mode with no frame

There is the sound of a shutter closing.

AImage Size ( pg. 39, 82)

BFocus Icon ( pg. 82)

CShooting Icon ( pg. 82)

DCard Icon ( pg. 82)

EPicture Quality ( pg. 39, 82)

FRemaining Number Of Shots ( pg. 82)

NOTES:

●Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” ( pg. 36), the Stabilizer will be disabled.

●If Snapshot recording is not possible, “O” blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

●If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 33) is engaged, certain modes of Program 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 “A” or “M” and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.

●The Motor Drive mode ( pg. 43) is disabled when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.

●When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.

●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.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Normal Playback Of Images

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

Power Switch

Lock Button

Rewind Button (3)

Stop Button (8)

VIDEO/

MEMORY

Switch

INFO Button

SELECT Button

Fast-Forward Button (5)

Play/Pause Button (4/9)

1Load a memory card. ( pg. 16)

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.

3Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

●The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.

5If the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP,

pg. 25) or the title image playback (TITLE,pg. 25) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “IMAGE”, and press it. The image playback screen (IMAGE) appears.

7Press 3to display the previous file. Press 5 to display the next file.

●Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. ( pg. 26)

●You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. ( pg. 26)

●You can turn off the on-screen playback display. ( pg. 26)

NOTES:

●Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the last-recorded one.

●Images shot in a file size other than “640 x 480”, “1024 x 768”, “1280 x 960” and “1600 x 1200” with another devices will be displayed thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC.

●Images shot with devices (such as JVC GRDVM70) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.

Playback Zoom

Available only with the remote control (provided). ( pg. 58)

Auto Playback Of Images

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

1Perform steps 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images”.

2Press 4/9to start Auto Playback.

●If you press 3during Auto Playback, files are displayed in descending order.

●If you press 5during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order.

3To end Auto Playback, press 8.

[For Normal Playback] [For Auto Playback] To display the next image

Image playback screen (IMAGE)

100-0013

100-0014

100-0015

100-0016

To display the previous image

EN 25

Playback Of Video Clips

You can view video clips ( pg. 50) stored in the memory card.

1 Load a memory card. ( pg. 16)

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

3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

● The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.

5 If the image playback (IMAGE) or the title image playback (TITLE) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6 Rotate the MENU Wheel

E-MAIL CLIP

to select “E-MAIL CLIP”, and press it. The video clip playback screen (E-MAIL CLIP) appears.

7Press 3 to select the previous file. Press 5 to select the next file.

●Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. ( pg. 26)

●You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. ( pg. 26)

8To start playback, press 4/9.

9To stop playback, press 8.

Playback Of Title Images

9 title images are pre-stored in the provided memory card. You can view these files. The title images can be also superimposed during recording. ( pg. 44)

1Load the provided memory card. ( pg. 16)

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.

3Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

●The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.

5If the image playback (IMAGE) or the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “TITLE”, and press it. The title image

playback screen (TITLE) appears.

7Press 3 to select the previous file. Press 5 to select the next file.

●Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. ( pg. 26)

●You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. ( pg. 26)

NOTE:

If the pre-stored title images in the provided memory card have been deleted accidentally, you can copy the image files from the provided CD-ROM. For details, refer to the provided software’s instruction manual included in the CD-ROM.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

Index Playback Of Files

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

1For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 24).

For Index Playback of video clip files, perform

1 – 6 in “Playback Of Video Clips” ( pg. 25).

For Index Playback of title files, perform 1 – 6 in “Playback Of Title Images” ( pg. 25).

2Press INDEX. The Index Screen of the selected type of file appears.

Selected file

Index number

		Index Screen
1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9

3Rotate the MENU Wheel to move the frame to the desired file.

●Press 3 to display the previous page. Press 5 to display the next page.

4Press the MENU Wheel in. The selected file is displayed.

●Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (See below.)

Viewing File Information

You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO Button during normal playback or Index Playback.

FOLDER	: Folder name ( pg. 29)
FILE	: File name ( pg. 29)
DATE	: Date the file was made
SIZE	: Image size
QUALITY	: Picture quality (IMAGE only)
TIME	: Playback time (E-MAIL CLIP only)
PROTECT	: When set to “ON”, the file is
	protected from accidental erasure.
	( pg. 27)

Information Screen

FOLDER	: 1 0 0 JVCGR
F I LE	: DVC0 0 0 1 0
DATE	:OCT 03 03
S I ZE	: 1 0 2 4X7 6 8
QUAL I TY	: F I NE
PROTECT	: OFF

●Press the INFO Button again to close the Information Screen.

NOTE:

With images shot with other devices or processed on a PC, “QUALITY: – – –” will be displayed.

Removing On-Screen Display

1Perform steps 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 24) or “Playback Of Title Images” ( pg. 25).

2Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DISPLAY”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

4Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and press it. The operation mode indicator, folder/file

number and battery indicator ( ) disappear. ● To display the indicators again, select “ON”.

Operation mode indicator

Folder/file number

100-0013

MENU

D I SPLAY OFF

ON

RETURN

Battery indicator

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Protecting Files		To protect the currently displayed file
		9 Rotate the MENU Wheel
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental		to select “CURRENT”, and	MENU
		press it. The PROTECT	PROTECT CURRENT
erasure of files.			PROT . ALL
		screen appears.	CANC . ALL
			RETURN
		10 Press 3 or 5 to
Power Switch
		select the desired file.
Lock Button		11 Rotate the MENU	PROTECT
		Wheel to select
Rewind Button (3)
		“EXECUTE”, and press it.
		● To cancel protection,	PROTECTED
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch		select “RETURN”.	RETURN
		● Repeat steps 10 and 11
		for all files you want to
		protect.
		To protect all files stored in the memory
		card
		9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “PROT.ALL”,
		and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
		10 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
		and press it.
SELECT Button		● To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.
Fast-Forward Button (	5	NOTES:
	)	● If the “ ” mark appears, the currently displayed
1 Load a memory card. ( pg. 16)
		file is protected.
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.		● When the memory card is initialized or corrupted,
		even protected files are deleted. If you do not want
3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing		to lose important files, transfer them to a PC and
down the Lock Button located on the switch.		save them.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the		To Remove Protection
viewfinder fully.

	● The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE)
		Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 8 in
	which has been played back at the last time is
		“Protecting Files” in the left column.
	displayed.

If you want to select another type of file, go to step 5.

If not, go to step 7.

5Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired type of file, and press it.

7Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

8Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “PROTECT”, and	MENU
	PROTECT
press it. The Sub Menu	DELETE
	DPOF
appears.	NO . RESET
	FORMAT
	D I SPLAY
	BR I GHT
	END

To remove protection from the currently displayed file

9Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.

10Press 3 or 5 to select the desired file.

11Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it.

●To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

●Repeat steps 10 and 11 for all files you want to remove protection.

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