JVC GR-DVL315 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL315

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ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK

BASIC RECORDING ............ 14 – 17

BASIC PLAYBACK .............. 18 – 21

ADVANCED FEATURES

FOR RECORDING ................ 23 – 30

USING THE MENU FOR

DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 31 – 36

DUBBING ......................... 37 – 38

USING THE REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT ................ 39 – 47

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 48 – 49

6 – 12

13 – 21

22 – 49

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

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

Model No.

Serial No.

REFERENCES

DETAILS ................................... 51

TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 52 – 56

USER MAINTENANCE ................... 57

INDEX ............................. 58 – 62

CAUTIONS ........................ 63 – 65

TERMS .................................... 66

SPECIFICATIONS .........................67

LYT0710-001A

50 – 67

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Dear Customer,

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

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.

•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

.... refer to the Index ( pgs. 58 – 62) 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 63 through 65 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.

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.)

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.)

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTES:

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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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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(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.

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 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.

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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Adapter AP-V10U

•AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit)

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

NOTE:

In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter.

•Remote Control Unit RM-V715U

•Lens Cap ( pg. 5

for attachment)

•Battery Pack BN-V408U

•Shoulder Strap

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

MOD EDEMO –ONOFF

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

 Available when the Power Switch is set to “

no cassette is in the camcorder.

 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.

 “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder

power is turned off.

 To cancel Automatic Demonstration:

1. Set the Power Switch to “ 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 “

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 “ and press it twice.

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.

The normal screen appears.

” while pressing down the

” or “ ” and

SYSTEM”

RETURN”,

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Lock Button

Power Switch

Sub Menu

How To Attach The Lens Cap

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

NOTE:

To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

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GETTING STARTED

CONTENTS

Power.................................................. 7 – 8

Grip Adjustment ........................................... 9

Viewfinder Adjustment.................................... 9

Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................... 9

Tripod Mounting ............................................ 9

Date/Time Settings...................................... 10

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 11

Recording Mode Setting ................................. 12

BAT. RELEASE Switch

Power Switch

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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

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.

AC Adapter

To AC outlet

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U (optional)

BN-V428U (optional)

CHARGE Lamp

Battery pack

To D C

connector

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 2 hrs.

approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.

Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet 5.

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 AC Adapter 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-V40U 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.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

For other notes,  pg. 51

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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.

GETTING STARTED

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK” ( pg. 7).

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U (optional)

BN-V428U (optional)

BN-V840U (optional)

BN-V856U (optional)

( ) : when the video light is on

LCD monitor on

1 hr.

(35 min.)

2 hrs.

(1 hr. 10 min.)

3 hrs. 30 min.

(2 hrs.)

5 hrs.

(2 hrs. 55 min.)

7 hrs.

(4 hrs.)

(cont.)

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 15 min.

(40 min.)

2 hrs. 30 min. (1 hr. 20 min.)

4 hrs. 20 min.

(2 hrs. 20 min.)

6 hrs. 15 min.

(3 hrs. 20 min.)

8 hrs. 40 min.

(4 hrs. 40 min.)

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-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. Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Adapter provided with this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80U 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 the BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

USING AC POWER

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

AC Adapter

To AC outlet

To DC connector

NOTES:

●

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

●

For other notes,  pg. 51.

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/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.

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

PAUSE

Power Zoom Lever

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Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Recording Start/ Stop button

Power Switch

Diopter Adjustment Control

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.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Turn the Diopter 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 stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.

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.

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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 ( pg. 35, 36).

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.

FADER

/ W I P E

AM A EPROGR AN E

W. BAL

ACAMER LMAN UA MSYSTE AYDISPL

END

T I ME COD E

CLOCK

ADJ .

CLOCK ADJ .

Power Switch

Display

RE NEON SC

– –

IMETDA TE /

– FFO

NRETUR

Lock Button

LCD / TV

UAOT

25 ’01

CED

30PM:5

25 ’01

CED

30PM:5

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 “month” is highlighted. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to input the month. Press it. Repeat to input the day, 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 (month), 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

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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.

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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 17 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

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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 ( pg. 47) 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 ........................ 14 – 17

Basic Recording ...................................... 14

Journalistic Shooting ................................ 15

Self-Recording ....................................... 15

Operation Mode ..................................... 15

Zooming ............................................. 16

Video Light .......................................... 16

Time Code ............................................ 17

BASIC PLAYBACK.......................... 18 – 21

Normal Playback .................................... 18

Still Playback ........................................ 18

Shuttle Search ....................................... 18

Frame-By-Frame Playback ......................... 18

Blank Search ......................................... 19

Connections ................................... 20 – 21

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PLAYBACK

CONTENTS

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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 ( pg. 7)

●

Grip Adjustment ( pg. 9)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 9)

●

Load A Cassette ( pg. 11)

●

Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 12)

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:

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

Shooting while using the viewfinder:

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.

•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor and adjusting as described above.

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” ( pg. 17).

●

To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off,  pg. 31, 33.

Make sure

Close the LCD

For other notes,  pg. 51

Self-Recording

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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 Switch

Lock Button

Power lamp

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

”, “ ” appears. When

to “ set to “ ” or “ ”, there is no indication.

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1xW

10xW

20xW

40xW

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Zoom display

10xW

Approximate zoom ratio

DANGER

 The video light can become

extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

 Do not place the camcorder into the

carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

 When operating, keep a distance of

about 30 cm (11-13/16") between the video light and people or objects.

 Do not use near flammable or explosive

materials.

 It is recommended that you consult your

nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

Power Zoom Lever

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

BASIC RECORDING

(cont.)

Zooming

To produce 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.

●

Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 28), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

Zooming is possible to a maximum of 400X, or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom ( pg. 32).

●

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 ( pg. 26,

27) or Video Echo ( pg. 25), is activated.

●

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 the Menu Screen on page 33.

Video Light

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:

OFF : Turns off the light. AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the

●

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

camcorder is turned on.

The video light can only be used with the camcorder’s power on. It is recommended to set the white balance ( pg. 30) to when you use the video light. When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power. Even if the battery indicator

( )

does not blink due to low battery charge, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on. When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:

•

Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ ON.

•

While the “SHUTTER” or “SPORTS” mode ( pg. 25) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•

While the “TWILIGHT” mode ( pg. 25) is engaged, the light will not activate.

•

While the “Night-Alive” mode ( pg. 24) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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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. 42 – 46), 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 ( pg. 19) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,

then engage the Still Playback mode ( pg. 18).

2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then

start recording.

NOTES:

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The time code cannot be reset.

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

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The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” ( pg. 34, 35).

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Display

Frames are not displayed during recording.

Minutes

Seconds

Frames (30 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

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Play/Pause Button (

Rewind Button (

Stop Button (5)

Power Switch

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

/6)

)

Speaker

Lock Button

Fast-Forward Button (

Normal Playback

Load a tape ( pg. 11).

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:

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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 “ ”.

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The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg. 20).

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

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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.

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

BASIC PLAYBACK

Still Playback:

1) Press 4/6 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.

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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.

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When

Shuttle Search:

1) Press 3 for forward or 2 for reverse search during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

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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.

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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 stabilizes the still image.

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.

 To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

Playback Zoom

Available only with the remote control (provided) ( pg. 40, 41).

BLANK SEARCH Button

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Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( pg. 17).

Load a tape ( pg. 11).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Power Switch

Display

BL ANK SEARCH

Lock Button

Stop Button (5)

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:

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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.

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

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

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

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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.

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BASIC PLAYBACK

Connections

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

A.Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input

connectors

Connector cover*

To S

S-Video cable (optional)

To TV or VCR

To S-VIDEO IN

(cont.)

To AV

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.

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

Audio/Video cable (provided)

White to AUDIO L IN**

Red to AUDIO R IN**

Yellow: Not connected

VCR

B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors

Connector cover*

VCR

To AV

NOTE:

Audio/Video cable (provided)

To TV or VCR

White to AUDIO L IN**

Red to AUDIO R IN**

Yellow to VIDEO IN

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

Make sure all units are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

shown in the illustration ( pg. 20).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4.

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

Set 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”

in the Menu Screen ( pg. 35).

•Time Code

.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 35).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape

Running Displays for video playback

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in

the Menu Screen ( pg. 35).

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NOTES:

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It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 8).

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The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A 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.

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

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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.

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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.

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