JVC GRDVL140 User Manual

CONTENTS

ENGLISH

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL140

Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only):

http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK

BASIC RECORDING ............ 16 – 19

BASIC PLAYBACK .............. 20 – 23

ADVANCED FEATURES

FOR RECORDING ................ 25 – 33

USING MENUS FOR

DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 34 – 39

DUBBING ......................... 40 – 41

USING THE OPTIONAL

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ..... 42 – 50

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 51 – 52

REFERENCES

DETAILS ................................... 54

TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 55 – 59

INDEX ............................. 60 – 64

USER MAINTENANCE ................... 65

CAUTIONS ........................ 66 – 67

TERMS ............................ 68 – 69

SPECIFICATIONS ................. 70 – 71

7 – 14

15 – 23

24 – 52

53 – 71

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0747-001A

2 EN

Dear Customer,

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

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents 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. 61 – 64) 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.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 66 and 67 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

(for owners in the U.K.)

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

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

CAUTIONS:

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

CAUTION:

To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit, first firmly insert the small end of the power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

EN3

CAUTIONS:

● 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 or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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 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.)

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections

between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your

equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is

damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for

unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of

road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating

will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —

this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

4 EN

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!

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

䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked

” can be used with this unit.

“

Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .

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

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use

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

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

EN5

•AC Adapter AP-V10EG

•Power Cord

•Core Filter x 3

(for optional S-Video cable, Editing cable and PC Connection cable provided with optional HS-V16KIT software) 墌 pg. 6 for attachment

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.

•Battery Pack BN-V408U

•Cable Adapter

•Lens Cap

(Already attached to the camcorder)

•Shoulder Strap

•Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)

6 EN

MODEDEMO –ONOFF

How To Attach The Core Filter

Attach the Core Filters to an optional cables (墌 pg. 5). The Core Filter reduces interference.

12 3

Stopper

Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.

䡲 When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration.

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

3 cm

Wind once

Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

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

䡲 Available when 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 1 minute 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/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

2. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ SYSTEM” and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.

3. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “DEMO MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

4. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “OFF” and press it.

5. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “1RETURN”, and

press it twice. The normal screen appears.

NOTE:

If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Lock Button

Power Switch

Sub Menu

GETTING STARTED

EN7

GETTING STARTED

CONTENTS

Power.................................................. 8 – 9

Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10

Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. 10

Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 11

Tripod Mounting.......................................... 11

Date/Time Settings...................................... 12

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 13

Recording Mode Setting ................................. 14

8 EN

AC Adapter

To AC outlet

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U (optional)

BN-V428U (optional)

BAT. RELEASE Switch

Power Switch

CHARGE Lamp

Battery pack

To D C

connector

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 2 hrs.

approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

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

Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on the

battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3.

Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder 4, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter 5.

Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet 6.

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

When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,

charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BAT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

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 CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, 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-V40EG or AA-V40EK 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, 墌 pg. 54

EN9

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.

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.

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-V15EG AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Adapter provided with this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15EG AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/ Charger for BN-V856U battery pack. 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.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK” (墌 pg. 8).

Approximate recording time

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U (optional)

BN-V428U (optional)

BN-V840U (optional)

BN-V856U (optional)

LCD monitor on

1 hr.

2 hrs.

3 hrs. 30 min.

5 hrs.

7 hrs.

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 15 min.

2 hrs. 30 min.

4 hrs. 20 min.

6 hrs. 15 min.

8 hrs. 40 min.

AC Adapter

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●

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

●

For other notes, 墌 pg. 54.

To AC outlet

To D C connector

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 re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.

(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

10 EN

PAUSE

Recording Start/Stop button

Power Zoom Lever

GETTING STARTED

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

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.

(cont.)

Power Switch

Dioptre Adjustment Control

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

Make sure the battery pack is removed. 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.

Tripod Mounting

CAUTION:

When attaching the camera 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.

EN11

To attach the camera to a tripod, align the direction

stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camera. Then tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

12 EN

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Lamp

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

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. 38, 39).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to access the

Menu Screen.

/ W I PE

W. BAL

DSC

END

T IME CODE

CLOCK

ADJ .

CLOCK

ADJ .

Power Switch

Display

FADER

AM AEPROGR AN E

C ACAMER LMANUA MSYSTE AYDISPL

RE NEON SC

IMETDATE /

NRETUR

Lock Button

–

LCD/ TV

UTOA

– – FFO

12 ..0125 17 30:

DISPLAY Menu

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ DISPLAY”. Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “CLOCK

ADJ.”. Press it and “day” is highlighted. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to input the day. Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“1RETURN”, 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/BRIGHT wheel in, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set.

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder cover

Erase protection tab*

Make sure the window side is facing out.

OPEN/EJECT Switch

Cassette holder

EN13

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

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

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.

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.

Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks

into place.

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.

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 19 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

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

14 EN

REC MODE – SP

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Lamp

Lock Button

Power Switch

Display

Menu Screen

Sub Menu

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ CAMERA” and press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “REC

MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel

and press it. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “1RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 50) is impossible on a tape recorded in the LP 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.

BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK

BASIC RECORDING

BASIC RECORDING ........................ 16 – 19

Basic Recording ...................................... 16

Journalistic Shooting ................................ 17

Self-Recording ....................................... 17

Operation Mode ..................................... 17

Zooming ............................................. 18

Time Code ............................................ 19

BASIC PLAYBACK.......................... 20 – 23

Normal Playback .................................... 20

Still Playback ........................................ 20

Shuttle Search ....................................... 20

Frame-By-Frame Playback ......................... 20

Blank Search ......................................... 21

Connections ................................... 22 – 23

EN15

PLAYBACK

CONTENTS

16 EN

min

BR I GHT

Power lamp

Power Switch

Lock Button

Recording Start/Stop Button

Display

min

(Now calculating)

PUSH OPEN Button

90 min

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

180°

90°

Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)

During shooting

Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

89 min

1 min0 min

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

3 min

2 min

BASIC RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (墌 pg. 8)

●

Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 10)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 10)

●

Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 13)

●

Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 14)

Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor:

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/downward for best viewability.

Shooting while using the viewfinder:

Close the LCD monitor.

•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

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.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

.... rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel until the bright level

indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

NOTES:

●

If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then back to “ ” or “ ”.

●

The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. 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.

●

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” (墌 pg. 19).

●

To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 34, 36.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 54

Self-Recording

EN17

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

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

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

Power lamp

Lock Button

Switch

Operation Mode

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

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.

•Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the

tape to a computer.

When the Power Switch is set to “ appears. When set to “ indication.

” or “ ”, there is no

”, “ ”

18 EN

1xW

10xW

20xW

40xW

BASIC RECORDING

(cont.)

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom display

10xW

Approximate zoom ratio

Power Zoom Lever

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

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. 25), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

Zooming is possible to a maximum of 150X, or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom (墌 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 digital image processing, such as Picture Wipe/Dissolve (墌 pg. 28, 29) or Video Echo (墌 pg. 27), is activated.

●

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 36.

EN19

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. 45 – 49), 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. 21) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,

then engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 20).

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” (墌 pg. 37, 38).

12:34:24

Display

Frames are not displayed during recording.

Minutes

Seconds

Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Proper recording

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Time code 00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Time code 05:44:00

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

20 EN

Play/Pause Button (

Rewind Button (

Stop Button (5)

Power Switch

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

/6)

)

Speaker

Lock Button

Fast-Forward Button (3)

BASIC PLAYBACK

Normal Playback

Load a tape (墌 pg. 13).

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 (VOL.) towards “+” to

turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the volume.

NOTES:

●

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 “ ”.

●

The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV (墌 pg. 22).

●

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 “ ” battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed. When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “ ” does not appear.

•

During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.

●

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

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

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.

is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still

Allows high-speed search in either direction.

Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.

1) Engage Still Playback.

2) Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for

reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.

䡲 To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

BLANK SEARCH Button

Power Switch

Display

BL ANK S EARCH

Lock Button

Stop Button (5)

EN21

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption (墌 pg. 19).

Load a tape (墌 pg. 13).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press BLANK SEARCH.

•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle 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 5.

NOTES:

●

In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

●

Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared with the tape.

●

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

●

A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected.

●

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

22 EN

Connections

BASIC PLAYBACK

Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable.

Connector cover*

To S

S-Video cable (optional)

To TV or VCR

To S-VIDEO IN

(cont.)

To AV

* When connecting the cables, open this cover. ** The Audio cable is not required for watching still

images only.

Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided)

If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector

Use the provided Cable Adapter.

Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided)

White to

To AV

Camcorder

To S

* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.

AUDIO L*

S-Video cable (optional)

White to AUDIO L IN**

Red to AUDIO R IN**

Yellow to VIDEO IN

When the S-Video cable is not used.

Yellow

Red to AUDIO R*

-IN

Cable Adapter

“Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out Select Switch

VCR

NOTE:

Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video

cable.

+ 50 hidden pages