JVC GR-DVL9200EK, GR-DVL9200EG, GR-DVL9200 Instructions Manual

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LYT0499-001A

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL9200

INSTRUCTIONS

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

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 – 3

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

6 – 11

RECORDING

12 – 30

Basic Recording ............................... 12

Advanced Features ........................... 18

PLAYBACK

31 – 37

Basic Playback ................................ 31

Advanced Features ........................... 32

Basic Connections ............................. 34

Advanced Connections ....................... 36

TAPE DUBBING

38 – 39

Tape Dubbing .................................. 38

Digital Dubbing ................................ 39

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

40 – 50

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame

Playback And Playback Zoom ............. 42

Playback Special Effects ..................... 43

Random Assemble Editing ................... 44

For More Accurate Editing ................... 48

Audio Dubbing ................................. 50

TROUBLESHOOTING

51 – 56

USER MAINTENANCE

INDEX

58 – 61

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 58

Indications ..................................... 60

CAUTIONS

62 – 63

TERMS

64 – 65

SPECIFICATIONS

66 – 67

ENGLISH

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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.

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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

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 (Z pgs. 58 – 61) 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 62 and 63 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

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

CAUTIONS:

n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

n When you are not using the AC Power

Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

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:

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

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.

IMPORTANT

(for owners in the U.K.)

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This camcorder is designed to be used with PALtype 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 BN-V607U/V615U/V628U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that is 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. 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 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.)

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, Editing, DC, 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.

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

can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

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

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

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without

proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•Cleaning Cloth •Cable Adapter

•Core Filter (for optional DV cable)

•Core Filter x 2 (For optional external microphone and headphones)

•AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK

•Remote Control Unit RM-V716U

•DC Cord

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

•PC Connection Cable

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

•Editing Cable (One plug has 3 rings around the pin, and the other has 1 ring around the pin.)

•Shoulder Strap

•Battery Pack BN-V607U

•S-Video Cable

•Lens Protector (Already attached to the camcorder)

•CD-ROM The CD ROM contains the following 5 software programs:

• JLIP Video Capture

• JLIP Video Producer

Presto!

• Mr. Photo

• PhotoAlbum

• ImageFolio

•JLIP Cable (Both plugs have 3 rings around the pin.)

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How To Attach Core Filters

Attach the provided Core Filters to optional DV cable, external microphone or headphones. Core Filters reduce interference.

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

3 cm

Stopper

Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable 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.

Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.

External microphone and headphones: Wind once. DV cable: Wind twice.

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GETTING STARTED

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

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/ Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from the AC outlet.

To AC outlet

CHARGE indicator

POWER indicator

Battery pack BN-V607U, BN-V615U or BN-V628U

DC OUT connector

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK

NOTES:

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Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

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Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.

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Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.

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To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

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If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.

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Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

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When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.

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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.

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.)

Battery pack

BN-V607U BN-V615U (optional) BN-V628U (optional)

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.

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GETTING STARTED

To battery pack mount

To DC OUT connector

To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK

DC cord

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.

Power cord

Approximate recording time

BATT. RELEASE Button

NOTES:

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Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

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Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

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The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

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Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

USING AC POWER

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

NOTES:

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

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For other notes, Z pg. 6.

INFORMATION:

VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger. Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals before using. It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/ Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger.

Battery pack

BN-V607U

BN-V615U

BN-V628U

BN-V856U

LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder off

1 hr. 5 min.

2 hrs. 10 min.

3 hrs. 50 min.

7 hrs. 30 min.

LCD monitor off/ Viewfinder on

1 hr. 20 min.

2 hrs. 40 min.

4 hrs. 30 min.

9 hrs.

USING 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 to attach it 3.

•If the battery pack is attached with its mark set in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... tilt the viewfinder upward 1 and slide the battery

pack up slightly while pressing BATT. RELEASE to detach it.

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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 (Z pg. 32).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”. Press it and “MODE MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “DATE/TIME4” and press it. The “DATE/TIME” Menu appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “DATE/TIME”. Press it and “day” is highlighted. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to input the day. Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press MENU/BRIGHT three times. 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 Power Adapter/Charger, 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 Power Adapter/Charger 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 “DATE/TIME”, if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you select the first date/time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press MENU/BRIGHT, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set.

Display

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

Lock Button

DATE/TIME Menu

MODE MENU

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Menu Screen

Power lamp

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GETTING STARTED

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

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

Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then swing 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.

OPEN/EJECT Switch

Cassette holder

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder cover

Make sure the window side is facing out.

Erase protection tab*

Tape

Recording mode

SP LP

30 min. 30 min. 45 min. 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. 80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Approximate recording time

NOTES:

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It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.

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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.

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If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.

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When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover.

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Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.

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

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.

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Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

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

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Recording Start/Stop button

Power Zoom Lever

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it. “MODE MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “REC MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating MENU/BRIGHT and press it. When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press MENU/ BRIGHT twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•Audio Dubbing is impossible on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

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If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

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It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.

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During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.

Lock Button

Display

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

Menu Screen

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Sub Menu

Power lamp

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GETTING STARTED

PAUSE

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “5S”, “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

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

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

Diopter Adjustment Control

Power Switch

Shoulder Strap Attachment

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, making sure the strap is not twisted.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud hole. Then tighten the screw.

•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

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90 min

89 min

3 min

2 min

1 min0 min

min

180°

90°

OFF

RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

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

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Power (Z pg. 6)

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Load A Cassette (Z pg. 9)

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Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 10)

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Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 10)

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Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 11)

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

Shooting while using the viewfinder:

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.

•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder fully until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during use.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor:

Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press PUSH-OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully. Tilt it upward/downward for best viewability.

•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 MENU/BRIGHT 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.

Power lamp

Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)

Lock Button

Recording Start/ Stop Button

Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

(Now calculating)

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

Display

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

PUSH-OPEN Button

Power Switch Position

5S : Allows you to record in 5-second clips to

keep the action moving. Enables shooting in Manual mode. However, Focus and Exposure are the same as in the Full Auto mode, and it is not possible to change menu settings using the

MENU/BRIGHT Dial.

: Allows you to set various recording functions

using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.

: 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.

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RECORDING

Self-Recording

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).

INTERFACE SHOOTING

The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180° so that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105°, the monitor image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at that time, it also switches on. Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording. During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.

NOTES:

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During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running” indicator and warning indications (Z pg. 60) are the only ones that are shown; they appear reversed in the display as they would when viewing a mirror, but are not reversed in the recording.

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The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface shooting. However, when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indicator appears showing the remaining time: (blinking) (blinking) (blinking)

NOTES:

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When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

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The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting.

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The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

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There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.

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

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The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

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“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.

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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 “5S”, “ ” or “ ”.

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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” (Z pg. 15).

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During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the PHONE connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback (Z pg. 31).

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To turn the tally lamp off during recording, Z pg. 18, 20.

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To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, Z pg. 18, 20.

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10xW

1xW

10xW

20xW

40xW

RECORDING

Basic Recording (cont.)

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Power Zoom Lever

Zoom display

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”.

n The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

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

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In Full Auto mode (when the Power Switch is set to “ ”), zoom magnification of up to 40X is possible. In Manual mode (when the Power Switch is set to “ ”), zooming is possible to a maximum of 100X or can be switched to 10X magnification offered by optical zoom.

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Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom.

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During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer.

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Digital zoom cannot be used when digital image processing, such as Picture Wipe/Dissolve (Z pg. 26, 27) or Video Echo (Z pg. 25), is activated.

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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 20.

Approximate zoom ratio

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

Power Switch

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RECORDING

12:34:24

Shooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Time code 05:43:21

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Time code 00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Display

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Time code 05:44:00

Tape

Time code 00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Proper recording

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

Minutes

NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

Time Code

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number.

To perform Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 44 – 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 to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback

mode (Z pg. 31).

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” (Z pg. 32).

Seconds

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To remove the shutter sound, Z “BEEP/TALLY” on pg. 20.

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Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom. However, the flash will not fire.

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In Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9, the flash is disabled (Z pg. 22).

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

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If Program AE with special effects (Z pg. 25) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.

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During playback as well, all Snapshot modes are available. The shutter sound is not heard.

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To reduce the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s eyes when the flash fires, Z pg. 22.

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When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.

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Snapshot

Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Choose the appropriate Snapshot mode from the 5 available by repeatedly pressing SNAP MODE until the desired snapshot mode indicator appears.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT.

If you press during Record-Standby . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

If you press during Recording . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.

To Use The Flash (Z pg. 22) . . .

.... slide FLASH OPEN in the direction of the arrow

printed on the camcorder. The flash is raised. If the flash is not needed, push down the flash.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)

Power Switch

Display

SNAPSHOT Button

Lock Button

SNAP MODE Button

Snapshot mode

MULTI SCREEN Button

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FULL Snapshot mode with no frame*

PIN-UP Pin-Up mode*

FRAME Snapshot mode with frame*

MULTI-4 Multi-Analyser 4

* There is a momentary camera shutter-type

blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing, which is recorded together with the image.

Multi Screen Mode

The screen is divided into 9 quadrangles, with the scene you are aiming at appearing in each one. This 9-quadrangle image can be recorded onto a tape.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”, “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MULTI SCREEN. [Power Switch: “ ” or “ ”]

If you press MULTI SCREEN during recording . . .

.... the screen will be divided into 9 quadrangles and

they will be recorded onto a tape.

[Power Switch: “ ”, “ ” or “5S”]

If you press MULTI SCREEN during Record-Standby . . .

.... the screen will be divided into 9 quadrangles.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording with 9 quadrangles.

To Return To The Normal Screen . . .

.... press MULTI SCREEN again.

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During Digital Zoom, the Multi Screen mode is not available.

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The Multi Screen mode is available during playback as well.

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Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings (Z pg. 19, 20).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function icon, and press it. The selected function menu appears.

If you have selected “ ” . . .

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired

function and press it. Go to step 5.

If you have selected any icon other than “ ” . . .

.... see pg. 19.

Function menu setting depends on the function.

If you have selected any function other than “DATE/ TIME 4” or “SYSTEM 4” . . .

.... the Sub Menu appears.

If you have selected “DATE/TIME 4” or “SYSTEM 4” . . .

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired

function and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.

When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press MENU/BRIGHT repeatedly until the Menu Screen closes.

•The icon represents “END”.

DATE/TIME Menu

SYSTEM Menu

RECORDING

Advanced Features

NOTES about the “DATE/TIME” settings (Z pg. 20)

• For the “DISPLAY” setting, first set the date/time (Z pg. 8).

• If “INDICATION” is set in the DATE/TIME Menu, “INDICATION” in the “DATE/DISPLAY” Menu will also be set to the same setting (Z pg. 32).

• For indications that can be removed during recording, Z pg. 60.

• The “ON SCREEN” setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY button on the RM-V716U remote control (provided) (Z pg. 38).

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Menu Screen Explanations

Refer to “Focusing” (Z pg. 28). Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (Z pg. 29). Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”

(Z pg. 30). Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (Z pg. 26, 27). Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” (Z pg. 25). Refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (Z pg. 23). Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference

(Z pg. 10). Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal

screen ratio. Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on wide-

screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/ viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.

For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.

When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 100X digital magnification.

To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.

NOTES:

● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:

•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.

•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

● The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used.

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. This is automatically activated during Full Auto mode. The overall appearance

may be grainy, but the image is bright. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a

subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. When set to this mode, “ ” is displayed.

FOCUS EXPOSURE W.BALANCE

FADER/WIPE P.AE/EFFECT FLASH ADJ.

REC MODE*

WIDE MODE OFF

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Advanced Features (cont.)

Refer to “Self-Timer” (Z pg. 21). Refer to “Snapshot Flash” (Z pg. 22). Refer to DATE/TIME Menu Explanations below. Refer to SYSTEM Menu Explanations below. Makes all the indications appear in the camcorder (Z pg. 60). Keeps all the indications (except the tape running indicator, warnings, date, time,

time code, etc.) from appearing in the camcorder (Z pg. 60). Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is

connected to a TV (Z pg. 38). Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code during

playback) from appearing on the connected TV screen (Z pg. 38). Keeps the date/time settings from appearing in the camcorder. Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder. Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 8). Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom

magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.

• Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

Refer to “5-second Recording” (Z pg. 24).

Allows you to record a 1/3-second clip. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving (Z pg. 24).

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect (Z pg. 16).

The tally lamp remains off at all times. Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.

Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ ” appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.

Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended

for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models)

Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.

Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.

NOTES:

● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.

● By turning off the camcorder, “DEMO. MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.

Automatic demonstration will not take place.

SELF-TIMER FLASH DATE/TIME

SYSTEM

INDICATION*

ON OFF

ON SCREEN*

OFF

DISPLAY* OFF

ON DATE/TIME TELE MACRO

OFF

SCENE 5S

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ANIM.

BEEP/TALLY*

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WIND CUT ON

OFF SOUND 12 BIT

MODE*

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ID NUMBER*

DEMO MODE

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SYSTEM

DATE/TIME

MODE MENU

* Menu settings are also effective when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

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Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding the final touch to a memorable picture.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180° so that it faces forward and view yourself while selfrecording with the viewfinder pushed back.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it. “MODE MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELF-TIMER”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate MENU/ BRIGHT to select “ON”, and press it. Selection is complete. When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press MENU/BRIGHT twice to close the Menu Screen.

To engage the Self-Timer for video recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and video recording starts. To stop SelfTimer recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters RecordStandby mode.

Press SNAPSHOT. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and snapshot recording starts. After that, the camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.

To end Self-Timer recording, select “OFF” in step 4 or set the Power Switch to “OFF” or “ ”.

NOTE:

If “BEEP/TALLY” is set to “OFF” (Z pg. 20), the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light.

Self-Timer indication

When the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown:

Lock Button

Power Switch

Display

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Menu Screen

Recording Start/ Stop Button

Blinks quickly (SelfTimer shooting starts soon)

Stops blinking and stays on (Self-Timer video recording starts)

Begins blinking (Self-Timer starts)

After approx. 15 sec.

Turns off (Self-Timer snapshot recording starts)

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Snapshot Flash

The flash can be used when a snapshot is taken in RecordStandby (Z pg. 16).

•In Full Auto mode, the flash automatically fires if it is dark ( appears).

•In Manual mode, you can select the “FLASH” setting as follows:

AUTO : Fires automatically if it is dark ( appears). AUTO : Fires automatically if it is dark ( appears)

and reduces the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s

eyes. ON : Always fires. Perform the procedure below.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it. “MODE MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “FLASH”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “AUTO”, “AUTO

” or “ON”, and press it. When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press MENU/BRIGHT twice to close the Menu Screen.

If “AUTO ” Is Selected . . .

.... the Red-Eye reduction indicator lights. Press

SNAPSHOT. The flash fires twice. The first flash is for reduction of the human eye’s red reflection and the second flash is for the actual recording.

Flash

Display

Lock Button

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Do not fire the flash at a person at short range.

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In Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9, the flash is disabled (Z pg. 16, 17).

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The flash does not fire when the battery remaining power is low. Moreover, the flash does not fire when it is set to “AUTO” in the Menu Screen with GAIN UP set to “OFF” (Z pg. 19) and with Programme AE with special effects set to “TWILIGHT” (Z pg. 25).

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When taking several snapshots in succession (Motor Drive Mode), the flash fires only during the first one.

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Although images shot with a flash tend to look whiter than they actually are, to compensate for this the camcorder automatically darkens the picture when using the flash. When shooting a subject at a distance where the flash light cannot reach (over approx. 2 m), push down the flash to prevent the picture from becoming too dark.

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When using a conversion lens, keep the flash pushed down as the flash sensor will be blocked by the lens.

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The colour tone changes depending on the background lighting conditions, such as under fluorescent or halogen lamps.

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To change the brightness of the flash, Z “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (Z pg. 23).

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While charging the flash, blinks and the flash will not fire. Although noise may appear, this is not a malfunction and is not recorded. It can take up to 10 seconds to charge the flash.

SNAPSHOT Button

Power Switch

FLASH OPEN Switch

Menu Screen

To Use The Flash . . .

... slide FLASH OPEN

in the direction of the arrow printed on the camcorder. The flash is raised. If the flash is not needed, push down the flash.

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When a snapshot (Z pg. 16) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash (Z pg. 22) and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that the snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it.

To intensify the flash, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+”. To weaken the flash, rotate it towards “–”. Adjustment range: –3 to +3.

Press MENU/BRIGHT twice to close the Menu Screen.

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When the battery power is low, the “ ” setting cannot be changed.

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When you change the subject you are shooting or the shooting location, set it back to ±0 as described in step 4 and take a snapshot to check the flash brightness. After doing this adjust to your desired brightness.

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Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving.

Set the Power Switch to “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode.

•Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button

again within 5 seconds after recording starts, Record-Standby mode is not engaged.

•If you press and hold the Recording Start/Stop

Button, recording continues until the Recording Start/Stop Button is released.

To exit the 5S mode, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, “ ” or “ ”.

To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .

.... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button in

step 2, press SNAP MODE repeatedly until the desired snapshot indicator is displayed, then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second still (Z pg. 16). When “SCENE” is set to “ANIM.” (Z pg. 18, 20) this function is not available.

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When “SCENE” is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen the 5-second recording mode is not available. Animation recording of a 1/3-second clip is taken instead (Z pg. 18, 20).

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While the 5-second recording mode is activated, Fade/ Wipe effects (Z pg. 26) and Program AE with special effects (Z pg. 25) cannot be performed. However, when “SCENE” is set to “5SD” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 20), the Dissolve function is available.

SNAPSHOT Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

Recording Start/ Stop Button

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Dissolves during 5second recording mode

Set “SCENE” to “5SD” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 18, 20). “5SD MODE” appears in step

1. Record one 5-second clip, and the image at the end of the clip is stored. If you record the next clip within 5 minutes, the previous scene dissolves as the new scene appears.

• If you turn the power off, the stored image will be lost.

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Program AE With Special Effects

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired mode, then press it. Selection is complete.

•The P.AE/EFFECT Menu disappears and the selected mode is activated. The selected mode indicator appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

.... select “OFF” in step 4.

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed) 1/50 –The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a

second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/100 –The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced. 1/250, 1/500 –These settings allow fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions.

TWILIGHT

Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance (Z pg. 30) is initially set to , but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. The flash does not fire in this mode.

SEPIA

Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.

MONOTONE

Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.

CLASSIC FILM

Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

STROBE

Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

SLOW (Slow Shutter)

Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Use “SLOW” only in dark areas.

SLOW 4X

The Shutter Speed is set to 1/12.5th of a second to quadruple the sensitivity.

SLOW 10X

The Shutter Speed is set to 1/5th of a second to provide 10 times the sensitivity.

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When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a strobelike effect.

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If the manual focus indicator blinks when “SLOW” is used, adjust focus manually and use a tripod.

VIDEO ECHO

Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification of over 10X is not available.

IMPORTANT:

Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects (Z pg. 26). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks.

NOTE:

Program AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby.

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MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

FADE/WIPE SELECTION ( , , , ,

, , , , , and )

Fade or Wipe works when recording is started or when you stop recording.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function, then press it. Selection is complete.

•The FADER/WIPE Menu disappears and the effect is reserved. The indicator representing the selected effect appears.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.

PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION ( , , , , , and )

The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when recording is started.

Follow steps 1 through 4 above.

Engage the Record-Standby mode.

If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button when one

scene is finished. The point at which the scene ended is stored in memory.

If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during RecordStandby mode . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start

recording and press it again when one scene is finished. The point at which the scene ended is stored in memory.

If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during RecordStandby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/ Dissolve . . .

.... the point at which the scene ended is already

stored in memory.

If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording (without having turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene wipes out, revealing the new scene.

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You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing and holding the Recording Start/ Stop Button.

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If the power is turned off after a scene is finished recording, the stored point is erased, disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve combination. When this happens, the Picture Wipe/ Dissolve indicator blinks. Also note that power shuts off automatically if 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode.

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The sound at the end of the last recorded scene is not stored.

To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .

.... select “OFF” in step 4.

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Advanced Features (cont.)

Fade/Wipe Effects

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene.

IMPORTANT:

Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects (Z pg. 25). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks.

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Menu Effect

Fade in or out with a white screen.

Fade in or out with a black screen.

Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect.

Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white.

Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.

The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the centre.

Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.

Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene.

The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen.

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner.

The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.

The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to left.

The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left, like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.

The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top.

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward the top and bottom of the screen.

When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the effect used in scene transition (from , , , , , ,

, and ). The Picture Wipe/Dissolve function is not available.

FADER — WHITE

FADER — BLACK

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

FADER — B.W

DISSOLVE

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

RANDOM

WIPE — SHUTTER

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

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Focusing

AUTO FOCUS

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.

* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:

, , and

MANUAL FOCUS

If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (Z pg. 11).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “MANUAL” and press it. The Menu Screen disappears and “FOCUS” is displayed. The focus is locked at this point.

To focus on a farther subject, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+”. “ ” appears and blinks. To focus on a nearer subject, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Focus adjustment is complete. The “FOCUS” indication changes to “MANUAL”.

To Return To Auto Focus . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch to

“ ”.

Focus detection zone

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

NOTES:

●

If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.

●

When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first (Z pg. 14). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” (Z pg. 20) is activated.

NOTES:

●

When the power is turned off, Manual Focus will be reset to “AUTO”.

●

Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.

●

When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

While focusing on a further subject

While focusing on a nearer subject

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

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Exposure Control

Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations:

•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright.

•When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.

•When the background is overly dark or the subject light.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “MANUAL”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears. “EXP.” and the highlight bar on the exposure control indicator are displayed.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+” to brighten the image, or towards “–” to darken the image. (maximum ±6)

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Exposure adjustment is complete. The indication “EXP.” changes to “MANUAL” and the highlight bar on the exposure control indicator goes out.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power

Switch to “ ”.

NOTE:

When the power is turned off, Exposure Control will be reset to “AUTO”.

To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

.... press BACKLIGHT (Z pg. 58, 59). is

displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level.

•+2 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT Button.

•Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white.

•Backlight compensation is also available when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

EX0P.

Iris lock indicator

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

Iris Lock

Use this function in the following situations:

•When shooting a moving subject.

•When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such as when the subject is backing away.

•When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.

•When shooting objects under a spotlight.

•When zooming.

When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken or brighten.

Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 4 of “Exposure Control”.

Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold MENU/BRIGHT for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator and “ ” appear. Press MENU/BRIGHT. “ ” changes to “ ” and the iris is locked. “EXP.” changes to “MANUAL”.

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT to display “AUTO” then

press it in step 4. The exposure control indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the Power Switch to “ ”.

To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .

.... after step 4, adjust the exposure rotating MENU/

BRIGHT. Then lock the iris in step 5. For

automatic locking, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “AUTO”, then press it in step 4. The iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.

Iris

Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in welllit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.

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White Balance Adjustment

A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears and “W.BAL” and the currently selected mode are displayed.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired mode.

“AUTO” – White balance is adjusted automati-

cally (factory preset). “ ” – White balance is set manually. “ ” – Outdoors on a sunny day. “ ” – Outdoors on a cloudy day. “ ” – A video light or similar type of lighting

is used.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Selection is complete and the indication “W.BAL” changes to “MANUAL”.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power

Switch to “ ”.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone (Z pg. 25) is activated.

Manual White Balance Operation

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment, and select “ MAN.”.

Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.

Press MENU/BRIGHT until begins blinking. When the setting is completed, stops blinking.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The indication “W.BAL.” changes to “MANUAL” and only the Manual White Balance indicator is displayed.

White paper

Power Switch

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

To Change The Tint For Recording . . .

.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white.

The white balance is adjusted based on the colour, changing the tint. Red paper = deeper green; blue paper = orange; yellow paper = deeper purple.

NOTES:

●

In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually (Z pg. 28).

●

A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result.

●

Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed.

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

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PLAYBACK

OFF

Power Switch

Rewind Button (2)

Fast-Forward Button (

)

Play/Pause Button (

/6)

Stop Button (5)

Load a tape (Z pg. 9).

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

to rewind, or

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.

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

Speaker

Lock Button

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 (Z pg. 34).

●

You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted.

●

LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•

When power is supplied from a battery: the “ ” battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed. When power is supplied through the DC cord: “ ” does not appear.

•

During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.

●

Copyguarded tapes cannot be played back. Only a blue screen is displayed.

Still Playback:

Pauses during 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

is pressed, the image may not pause

immediately while the camcorder stabilizes the still image. During this time, if PAUSE

(6)

on the remote control is pressed, Slow-Motion Playback will start. This is not a malfunction.

Shuttle Search:

Allows high-speed search in either

direction.

1) Press

for forward or

for reverse search during

playback.

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

●

During playback, press and hold

. 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.

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback, Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects

Available only with the RM-V716U remote control (provided) (Z pg. 42, 43).

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Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

The following procedure applies to all except

Synchro

Comp (Z pg. 48, 49).

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

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function icon, and press it. The selected function menu appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete.

When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press

MENU/BRIGHT twice to close the Menu Screen.

Display

Power Switch

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

PLAYBACK

Advanced Features

Menu Screen

Lock Button

Recording Start/Stop Button

NOTES:

●

If “INDICATION” is set in the “DATE/DISPLAY” Menu (Z pg. 20), “INDICATION” in the “DATE/TIME” Menu will also be set to the same setting.

●

The parameters for “INDICATION” and “DISPLAY” are the same as in the description on pg. 20.

●

The “TIME CODE” setting also makes the time code appear/disappear during recording.

SOUND MODE 12BIT MODE SYNCHRO INDICATION

DISPLAY TIME CODE

Z pg. 33. Z pg. 33. Z pg. 49.

Makes the playback sound mode and tape speed appear/disappear on the camcorder.

Makes the date/time appear/disappear on the camcorder. ON: Makes the time code appear on the camcorder.

OFF (factory-preset): Makes the time code disappear on the camcorder.

PLAY MODE

DATE/ DISPLAY

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Playback Sound

During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on pg. 32, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.

NOTES:

●

The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions, “12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)

●

The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

: Factory-preset

SOUND L SOUND R STEREO SOUND 1 SOUND 2 MIX

Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo. Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo. Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo. Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo. Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo. Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on

both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

BIT/SOUND

25. 1126.:040 0

12:34:24

Display

Minutes Seconds

Frames*

* 25 frames

= 1 second

INDICATION setting: For playback sound and tape speed.

DISPLAY setting: For date/time.

TIME CODE setting: For time code.

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Basic Connections

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

Core filter

When connecting the S-Video cable, open the LCD monitor.

VCR

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

Yellow to VIDEO

White to AUDIO L

Red to AUDIO R

Yellow: Not connected

S-Video cable (provided)

VCR

-IN

To TV or VCR

Set to Y/C

Cable Adapter (provided)

To TV or VCR

Set to CVBS

Cable Adapter (provided)

White to AUDIO L

Red to AUDIO R

A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible only with regular video

signal

B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible with Y/C signal

Connector cover*

To AV

Core filter

Connector cover*

To AV

To S-VIDEO

Core filter

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

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

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VCR

To TV or VCR

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

White to AUDIO L IN

Red to AUDIO R IN

S-Video cable (provided)

Yellow to VIDEO IN

To S-VIDEO IN

Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V input (RCA type) connectors

Connector cover*

When connecting the S-Video cable, open the LCD monitor.

←

When the S-Video cable is not used.

To S-VIDEO

To AV

Core filter

Make sure all units are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration (Z pg. 34, 35).

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.

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

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 7).

●

When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

●

To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “5S”, “ ” or “ ”, 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.

●

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.

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

•Date/Time

.... set “DISPLAY” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (Z pg. 32).

•Time Code

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

Menu Screen (Z pg. 32).

•Playback Sound Mode and Tape Speed Displays

.... set “INDICATION” to “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (Z pg. 32).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed and Tape

Running Displays

....

set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S”. Press MENU/BRIGHT and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 20). Then, set the Power Switch back to “ ”. Or, press DISPLAY on the RM-V716U remote control.

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Advanced Connections

Connection To A Personal Computer

This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.

Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to your PC using the appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.

Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and turn on the PC.

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 7).

●

Never connect the PC connection cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.

●

The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC.

●

Refer to the instruction manuals of the provided Software.

●

Also refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual for the DV connector-equipped capture board.

●

When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference (Z pg. 5).

To DV OUT

To RS-232C

DV cable (optional)

To DV connector

PC connection cable (provided)

To PC

Power Switch

PC with DV connector-equipped capture board

Core filter

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Video unit equipped with a DV input connector

Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector

Connection to the GV-DT3 Digital Printer (optional) allows you to print out images or transfer them to a PC. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This function is called Digital Dubbing (Z pg. 39), which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.

Make sure all units are turned off.

Make connections to the device you want to connect to using a DV cable, as shown in the illustration.

If necessary, connect the PC connection cable (provided) to the printer’s PC connector and the PC’s RS-232C connector.

Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and turn on the other units.

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 7).

●

When using the camcorder for dubbing, be sure to use it as a player. The camcorder's DV connector is only for output.

●

If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback, Fast-Forward or Rewind is attempted with the camcorder connected to a video unit via the DV connector, the image will take on an effect similar to a mosaic pattern or it will become black.

●

Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected units.

●

When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference (Z pg. 5).

To DV OUT

To DV connector

Digital Printer

To DV IN connector

DV cable

(optional)

To PC connector

PC connection cable (provided)

To RS-232C

Power Switch

Core filter

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TAPE DUBBING

Tape Dubbing

Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 34 and 35.

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press

/6 on the camcorder.

Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s Record mode.

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

/6 on the camcorder.

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they are being recorded onto the new tape. To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

.... set “DISPLAY” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (Z pg. 32).

•Time Code

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

Screen (Z pg. 32).

•Playback Sound Mode and Tape Speed Displays

.... set “INDICATION” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (Z pg. 32).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed and Tape Running

Displays

.... set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S”. Press MENU/

BRIGHT and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 20). Then, set the Power Switch back to “ ”. Or, press DISPLAY on the RM-V716U remote control.

VCR (Recording deck)

Connector cover**

To AV

To S-VIDEO

To AUDIO, VIDEO* and

-IN

connectors

S-Video cable (provided)

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting the cables, open this

cover.

Core filter

“Y/C”/“CVBS” video out select switch

If your VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.

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

NOTES:

●

When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

●

You can use Playback Zoom (Z pg. 42) or Playback Special Effects (Z pg. 43) in step 5.

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Digital Dubbing

It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration.

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

Connect the camcorder to your video unit equipped with a DV connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.

Press 4 to play back the source tape.

While watching the playback on the monitor, engage the DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode from the spot on the source tape you want to begin recording.

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 7).

●

When using the camcorder for dubbing, be sure to use it as a player. The camcorder's DV connector is only for output.

●

If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed.

●

Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, sometimes the image may not appear in step 3. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.

●

If “Playback Zoom” (Z pg. 42), “Playback Special Effects” (Z pg. 43) or “Snapshot” is attempted during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV OUT connector.

●

When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference (Z pg. 5).

DV cable (optional)

Video unit equipped with DV connector

To DV IN

To DV OUT

PLAY (

)

STOP (5)

RM-V716U

(provided)

Power Switch

Core filter

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30°

–

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible.

Installing The Batteries

The remote control uses two “R03 (AAA)” size batteries. See “General Battery Precautions” (Z pg. 62).

Remove the battery compartment cover while pushing up the tab as illustrated.

Insert two “R03 (AAA)” size batteries in the correct direction.

Re-attach the battery compartment cover.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.

Transmitted beam effective area

Remote sensor

Tab

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@ $

# %

(

6 8

7 9

RM-V716U (provided)

Buttons

1 Infrared beam transmitting window 2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons 3 DISPLAY Button 4 SHIFT Button 5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons

Left/Right Buttons

6 REW Button

7 FADE/WIPE Button 8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button 9 EFFECT Button 0 PAUSE IN Connector ! START/STOP Button @ MBR SET Button # SNAPSHOT Button $ Up Button % Down Button

A. DUB Button

^ PLAY Button & FF Button

* STOP Button ( PAUSE Button ) R.A.EDIT Buttons

Functions

With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to the camera position (“5S”, “ ” or “ ”).

Transmits the beam signal. Zoom in/out (Z pg. 14)

— — —

— —

— — — —

Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.

—

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.

— —

— — —

With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to “ ”.

Zoom in/out (Z pg. 42)

Z pg. 38 Z pg. 42, 44 Z pg. 42

Z pg. 42

Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search (Z pg. 31)

Z pg. 46 Z pg. 43 Z pg. 43 Z pg. 45

Z pg. 44

Z pg. 42 Z pg. 42

Z pg. 50

Playback start (Z pg. 31) Forward, Forward Shuttle Search

(Z pg. 31) Stop (Z pg. 31) Pause (Z pg. 42)

Z pg. 45 – 49

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

Press TNormal playback

Left or SLOW

Rewind Button

To move image, press

(Right) while keeping SHIFT held down.

RM-V716U

(provided)

PAUSE

PLAY

Zoom Buttons

SHIFT

Remote sensor

Right or SLOW

Forward Button

Up Button

Down Button

STOP

FEATURE:

Slow-Motion Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow slow-speed search in either direction.

OPERATION:

1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) at the desired point.

2) Press SLOW (9 or 0). After approx. 1 minute in Slow

Rewind or approx. 2 minutes in Slow Forward, normal playback resumes.

n To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).

NOTES:

●

During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.

●

After SLOW

(9 or 0)

is pressed, the still image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.

●

There may be a small margin between the slow-motion playback start point you chose and the actual start point for Slow-Motion Playback.

●

During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in video and the picture may seem unstable, especially with steady images. This is not a malfunction.

●

During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE

(6)

pause playback.

FEATURE:

Frame-By-Frame Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow frame-by-frame search.

OPERATION:

1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback, press PAUSE (6) at the desired point.

2) Press PAUSE (6) repeatedly. Each time it is pressed, the

frame is played back.

FEATURE:

Playback Zoom

PURPOSE:

To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback.

OPERATION:

1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.

2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control.

Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.

3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down SHIFT, press (Left), (Right), (Up) and (Down).

n To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification

returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press PLAY (4).

NOTES:

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Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.

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Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.

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EFFECT

EFFECT ON/OFF

PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu

Remote sensor

RM-V716U

(provided)

FEATURE:

Playback Special Effects

PURPOSE:

To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image.

OPERATION:

1) To start playback, press PLAY (4).

2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote

sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears.

3) Select the desired effect by pressing EFFECT. The

selected function is activated and after 2 seconds the menu disappears.

n To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/

OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-

activates the selected effect.

n To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2

above.

NOTES:

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When some Playback Special Effects are used, the Multi-Analiser 4 and Multi-Analiser 9 Snapshot modes (Z pg. 17) are not available.

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The effects that can be used during playback are Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video Echo. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording. Refer to page 25 for more information.

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MBR SET

SHIFT

1 6

789`

2 5

VCR CODE LIST

6 2 6 4 7 7

MITSUBISHI

6 7 6 8

NEC

3 7 3 8

GRUNDIG

1 4 3 4

HITACHI

6 6 6 3

PANASONIC

1 3 1 7 1 1 9 4 1 8

JVC

9 1 9 6 9 3

BLAUPUNKT

AKAI

9 7 9 8 3 2

FERGUSON

1 3

A B C

VCR BRAND NAME

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

SANYO

3 6 3 5

SHARP

1 5 1 `

TOSHIBA

6 9 6 1

SONY

6 5 6 ` 3 9 3 1



THOMSON, TELEFUNKEN, SABA, NORDMENDE

9 1 9 6 9 7 3 2

SELECO, REX

9 1 9 6

PHILIPS

1 9 9 5 1 1 9 4 9 1 9 6 1 2 3 3 7 2

 

VCR BRAND NAME

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the RM-V716U MBR (Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed in the remote control RM-V716U (Z pg. 40).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B). The code is automatically set once you release

MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote for the desired function. The functions the remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to press SHIFT for this one).

You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions.

NOTES:

●

If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

●

Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

●

If the remote control is not able to control the VCR, use the controls on the VCR.

●

When the remote control’s batteries run out, the VCR brand you have set will be erased. In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to reset the VCR brand.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

VCR (Recording deck)

RM-V716U (provided)

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MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 34 and 35.

To connect to:

A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the Remote

PAUSE connector.

A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A. EDIT connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

A VCR other than above . . .

... connect the editing cable to the RM-V716U’s

PAUSE IN connector.

Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).

NOTES:

●

Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do, they will be recorded onto the new tape.

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

• Date/Time

..... set “DISPLAY” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(Z pg. 32).

• Time Code

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

Screen (Z pg. 32).

• Playback Sound Mode and Tape Speed Displays

..... set “INDICATION” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (Z pg. 32).

• Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed and Tape Running

Displays

..... set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S”. Press MENU/

BRIGHT and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 20). Then, set the Power Switch back to “ ”. Or, press DISPLAY on the RM-V716U remote control.

●

When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

●

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.

●

When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input connector, an optional DV cable can be connected instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.

DISPLAY

To Remote PAUSE or R.A.EDIT

RM-V716U (provided)

VCR

To AUDIO, VIDEO* and

-IN

connectors

“Y/C”/“CVBS” video out select switch

To PAUSE IN

Editing cable (provided)

S-Video cable (provided)

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting cables, open this cover.

Connector cover**

To AV

To JLIP (EDIT)

To S-VIDEO

Core filter

If your VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.

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

ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE

•Be careful not to mistake it for the JLIP cable (Z pg. 4).

•Make sure you connect the end with the core filter to the camcorder.

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SELECT SCENES

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/ OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.

•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and stop when the one you want is displayed.

•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the beginning of Program 1.

At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.

At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.

If using a Fade/Wipe at the end of the scene, press FADE/WIPE.

•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and stop when the one you want is displayed.

•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out point, the effect is automatically applied to the following Edit-In point.

•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end of the last scene.

•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is included in the total time (this does not apply to Picture Wipe/Dissolve).

If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT (Z pg. 43).

Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.

•To change previously registered points, press CANCEL on the remote control. The registered points disappear, one at a time, from the most recently registered point.

•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Program AE with special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

NOTES:

●

When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.

●

If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be cancelled and editing will not take place.

●

If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the edited version.

●

Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total programme time exactly.

●

Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.

●

If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during recording, then use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.

●

It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Programme AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing using a DV cable.

PLAY

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF

EFFECT

Random Assemble Editing Menu

Program

Remote sensor

CANCEL

RM-V716U (provided)

EDIT IN/OUT

FADE/WIPE

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: :

0 3 5 1 2

3 3

5 1 3 5 0

0 9

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O –

–

– –

–

– –

–

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).

Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of the last registered scene.

•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does

not start editing.

•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its RecordPause mode.

•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.

•If you operate the camcorder during automatic editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode and automatic editing will stop.

Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the VCR. To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.

NOTES:

●

Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing.

●

When the editing cable is connected to the remote control’s Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and the path between the two is unobstructed.

●

Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated time codes (Z pg. 15).

Recording Start/Stop Button

RM-V716U (provided)

EDIT IN/OUT

FADE/WIPE

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF

PAUSE

Random Assemble Editing Menu

VCR REC STBY

CANCEL

Remote Sensor

EFFECT

REW

STOP

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

For More Accurate Editing

Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.

DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1 only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing, select the beginning of a scene transition as your EditIn point.

Play back the dubbed scene.

•If any images from the scene prior to the transition you chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly from Record-Pause to Record mode.

•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the VCR is slow to start recording.

Random Assemble Editing Menu

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF

Program 1

VCR

(Recording deck)

Remote sensor

RM-V716U (provided)

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ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it. The “PLAY MODE” Menu appears. Then, rotate it to “SYNCHRO” and press it. The value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.

Based on the diagnostics performed (Z pg. 48), you can now advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating MENU/BRIGHT towards “+”. You can also delay the VCR’s record timing by rotating MENU/BRIGHT towards “–”. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments. Press MENU/BRIGHT to finish the setting.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and press it twice. Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 4 on page 46.

NOTES:

●

Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check whether the value you have input is appropriate or not, and make adjustments accordingly.

●

Depending on the recorder, there may be situations where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.

Display

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

VCR

(Recording deck)

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode (Z pg. 20).

NOTES:

●

Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

●

To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the television, make connections (Z pg. 34, 35).

Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (6).

While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control, press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.

Press PLAY (4) , then begin “narrating”. Speak into the microphone.

•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).

To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP (5).

To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .

.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the

Menu Screen (Z pg. 32, 33).

NOTES:

●

Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional microphone connected to the MIC connector.

●

Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones to the PHONE connector.

●

When using an optional microphone or headphones, be sure to attach the core filter to reduce interference (Z pg. 5).

●

While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in microphone is disabled.

●

When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit, the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.

●

If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded areas.

●

If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume.

●

If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where 16-bit recording began.

●

During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops and “ERROR! REFER MANUAL” appears.

Speaker

DISPLAY

Stereo microphone

RM-V716U (provided)

STOP

PAUSE

Audio Dub Standby mode

Power Switch

Remote sensor

A.DUB

PLAY

Display

PHONE (headphones) connector*

MIC (external microphone input) connector*

* Located beneath the cover.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

No power is supplied.

“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

Recording cannot be performed.

There is no picture.

Some functions are not available using MENU/

BRIGHT.

The focus does not adjust automatically.

The cassette will not load properly.

In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed.

Snapshot mode cannot be used.

• The power is not connected properly.

• The battery is dead.

• The LCD monitor is not open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording.

• The built-in clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is discharged.

• The previously set date/time is erased.

• The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.

• The Power Switch is set to “ ” or “OFF”.

• “TAPE END” appears.

• The cassette holder cover is open.

• The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists.

• The Power Switch is set to “ ”.

• Focus is set to “MANUAL”.

• The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low.

• The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

• The cassette is in the wrong position.

• The battery’s charge is low.

• The 5-Second mode is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen.

• The Squeeze mode is selected.

• Connect the AC Power Adapter/Charger securely (Z pg. 7).

• Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one (Z pg. 6, 7).

• Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder.

• Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s lithium battery (Z pg. 8).

• Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC” (Z pg. 9).

• Set the Power Switch to “5S”, “ ” or “ ” (Z pg. 12).

• Replace with new cassette (Z pg. 9).

• Close the cassette holder cover.

• Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again (Z pg. 12).

• Set the Power Switch to “ ” (Z pg. 12).

• Set Focus to “AUTO” (Z pg. 28).

• Clean the lens and check the focus again (Z pg. 57).

• Set it in the right position (Z pg. 9).

• Install a fully charged battery (Z pg. 6, 7).

• Select “5S” or “5SD” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 18, 20).

• Disengage the Squeeze mode (Z pg. 18, 19).

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

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(cont.)

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

10.

The colour of Snapshot looks strange.

11.

Although Snapshot is attempted, flash does not take place.

12.

Although a Snapshot is taken with the flash, Red-Eye Reduction does not take place.

13.

The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.

14.

The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.

10.

• The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject.

11.

• The subject is too bright with the flash set to “AUTO” or “AUTO ”.

• If blinks, the flash is being charged.

• Multi-Analyser 4 or MultiAnalyser 9 is selected.

• The camcorder is in the Record mode.

• In the Menu Screen, “GAIN UP” is set to “OFF” or “P.AE/ EFFECT” is set to “TWILIGHT”.

• The flash is pushed down.

12.

• The subject does not look straight toward the flash.

• The subject does not look at the first flash, which is an important part of Red-Eye Reduction.

• The camcorder is too far from the subject.

• “FLASH” is not set to “AUTO

” in the Menu Screen.

13.

• The flash is pushed down.

• The flash emission window is covered by fingers, etc..

• The flash brightness is set to produce a darker image (adjustment value: –3).

• The camcorder is too far from the subject.

• Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.

14.

• “FLASH” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen.

10.

• Set “FLASH” to “ON” in the Menu Screen. Or find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame (Z pg. 16, 22).

11.

• Set “FLASH” to “ON” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 22).

• It can take up to 10 seconds to charge the flash.

• Disengage Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9 (Z pg. 17).

• Set the camcorder in the Record-Standby mode (Z pg. 22).

• Set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO

” or “AGC” (Z pg. 19) or disengage the “TWILIGHT” mode (Z pg. 25).

• Raise the flash using the

FLASH OPEN Switch (Z pg. 22).

12.

• The subject should look straight toward the flash, especially the first flash. If the subject does not see the first flash, it will be difficult for Red-Eye Reduction to take place (Z pg. 22).

• The flash is effective for subjects at a distance of approx. 0.7 m to 2 m from the camcorder (Z pg. 22).

• Set “FLASH” to “AUTO ” in the Menu Screen to display the Red-Eye Reduction indicator (Z pg. 22).

13.

• Raise the flash using the FLASH OPEN Switch (Z pg. 22).

• Do not cover the flash emission window.

• Adjust the flash brightness to a larger value (Z pg. 23).

• The flash is effective for subjects at a distance of approx. 0.7 m to 2 m (Z pg. 22).

• Press the BACKLIGHT Button (Z pg. 29).

14.

• Set “FLASH” to any parameter other than “ON” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 22).

• Push down the flash.

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15.

Digital Zoom does not work.

16.

Programme AE with special effects and Fade/Wipe Effects do not work.

17.

The Black & White Fader does not work.

18.

The Dissolve function does not work.

19.

The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work.

20.

The picture wipe function does not work.

15.

• 10X optical zoom is selected.

• “P.AE/EFFECT” is set to “VIDEO ECHO” in the Menu Screen.

• Multi-Analyser 4 or MultiAnalyser 9 was attempted during Digital Zoom.

• Picture Wipe or Dissolve are being used in a scene transition.

• Dissolve during 5-Second recording is performed.

16.

• The Power Switch is set to “ ” or “5S”.

17.

• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

18.

• The Sepia, Monotone or Slow Shutter mode of Programme AE with special effects is activated.

• “WIDE MODE” is set to “SQUEEZE” in the Menu Screen.

• The previously selected mode of Programme AE with special effects was changed after the last selected scene for editing was registered.

19.

• The last selected editing scene is ending.

• At the end of the last selected scene for editing, the Power Switch was set to “OFF”.

• The power is off.

20.

• The Slow Shutter mode is activated.

• “WIDE MODE” is not set to “OFF”.

15.

• Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or “100X” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 19).

• Disengage the “VIDEO ECHO” mode (Z pg. 25).

• Disengage Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9 (Z pg. 17).

• Wait until the Picture Wipe or Dissolve effects are completed (Z pg. 26, 27).

• Change the setting of either the Menu Screen or the Power Switch (Z pg. 24).

16.

• Set the Power Switch to “ ” (Z pg. 25, 26).

17.

• Turn off Sepia and Monotone (Z pg. 25).

18.

• Turn off Sepia, Monotone or Slow Shutter before adding Dissolve to a scene transition (Z pg. 25, 26).

• Set “WIDE MODE” to “CINEMA” or “OFF” mode (Z pg. 19).

• Make sure you have selected the mode of Programme AE with special effects you want before starting editing (Z pg. 25, 26).

19.

• Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated (Z pg. 26).

• Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased (Z pg. 26).

• The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the RecordStandby mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Record-Standby mode (Z pg. 26).

20.

• Disengage the Slow Shutter mode or set “WIDE MODE” to “OFF” before preparing to use the Picture Wipe (Z pg. 19, 25).

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21.

Scene transition does not go as expected.

22.

The Video Echo mode does not work.

23.

Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated.

24.

There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated.

25.

White Balance cannot be activated.

26.

When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

27.

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.

28.

During recording, the date/ time does not appear.

29.

The indicators and messages do not appear.

21.

• When using “Picture Wipe/ Dissolve” (Z pg. 26) or “Dissolve during 5-second recording mode” (Z pg. 24), there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the previous record stop-point and the Dissolve start-point. This is normal, but this slight delay becomes especially noticeable when shooting fast-moving subject or during rapid panning.

22.

• The Picture Wipe or Dissolve functions are in use.

• “WIDE MODE” is set to “SQUEEZE” in the Menu Screen.

• A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in progress.

• Dissolve during 5-second recording mode is in use.

23.

• When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light and the image takes on an effect similar to Slow Shutter.

24.

• The Picture Wipe or Dissolve function is in use.

• Dissolve during 5-second recording mode is in use.

25.

• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

26.

• This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is not a malfunction.

27.

• This is not a malfunction.

28.

• “DISPLAY” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.

• Interface Shooting is performed.

29.

• The Menu Screen settings are preventing the indications from appearing.

21.

————

22.

• Set “WIDE MODE” to “CINEMA” or “OFF” mode (Z pg. 19).

• Do not try to use the Video Echo mode during a scene transition (Z pg. 24 – 26).

23.

• If you want the lighting to look more natural, set GAIN UP to “AGC” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 19).

24.

• Do not try to use the Classic Film or Strobe mode during a scene transition (Z pg. 24 –

26).

25.

• Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance (Z pg. 25, 30).

26.

————

27.

————

28.

• Set “DISPLAY” to “ON” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 20).

• During Interface Shooting, the date/time does not appear (Z pg. 13).

29.

• Set “INDICATION”, “ON SCREEN”, “DISPLAY” and/or “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the Menu Screen (Z pg. 20, 32).

TROUBLESHOOTING

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30.

• In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. When this happens, the displayed colours differ from those that are actually recorded. This is not a defect of the camcorder.

• When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

31.

• The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot.

32.

• This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.

33.

• Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects, “DIS” and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.

34.

• The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than

99.99 %)

35.

• The optional headphones are not connected to the headphones connector.

• The sound volume of the headphones connector was not adjusted appropriately. The sound volume at this point is the same as the level it was adjusted to during playback.

36.

• The Power Switch is not set to “ ”.

37.

• Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode.

• The cassette holder cover is open.

30.

• Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor (Z pg. 12, 13).

31.

• Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.

32.

————

33.

• Re-read the sections covering Fade/Wipe effects, Programme AE with special effects and “DIS” (Z pg. 19, 25, 26).

34.

————

35.

• Connect the optional headphones to the headphones connector (Z pg. 50, 58).

• Adjust the sound volume during playback (Z pg. 31).

36.

• Set the Power Switch to “ ” (Z pg. 31).

37.

• Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback (Z pg. 34, 35).

• Close the cassette holder cover (Z pg. 9).

30.

Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.

31.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

32.

The indicators and the image colour on the LCD monitor are not clear.

33.

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.

34.

Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

35.

During recording, sound cannot be heard.

36.

Play, Rewind and FastForward functions do not work.

37.

The tape is moving, but there is no picture.

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

38.

The LCD monitor image is distorted.

39.

Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.

40.

Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.

41.

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).

42.

An unusual mark appears.

43.

An error indication (E01 — E06) appears.

44.

The charger indicator on the AC Power Adapter/Charger does not light.

45.

Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor.

46.

When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.

47.

When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.

48.

During transport, the lens cover opens.

38.

• During playback of the unrecorded portion, Highspeed Search and still playback, LCD monitor indications appear distorted. This is not a defect.

39.

• The speaker volume is too great.

40.

————

41.

————

42.

————

43.

• A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorder’s functions become unusable.

44.

• The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low.

• Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures.

45.

• The viewfinder is pulled out.

• The LCD monitor's brightness setting is too dark.

46.

• This is not a malfunction.

47.

• The DV cable was plugged/ unplugged with power turned on.

48.

————

38.

————

39.

• Turn the speaker volume down (Z pg. 31).

40.

•Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette (Z pg. 63).

41.

• Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage (Z pg. 57).

42.

• Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor/viewfinder indications (Z pg. 60, 61).

43.

• Remove the power supply (battery pack, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

44.

• To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (Z pg. 62).

45.

• Push the viewfinder back in.

• Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor (Z pg. 12).

• If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully (Z pg. 13).

46.

• By recording with “DIS” activated (Z pg. 19) this can be avoided.

47.

• Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again, then operate it.

48.

• Do not subject the camcorder to shock or excessive vibration during transport.

• Turn the camcorder on and off. The lens cover closes.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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USER MAINTENANCE

Cassette holder cover

OPEN/EJECT Switch

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder

Cover

Cleaning The Camcorder

To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

Press PUSH-OPEN and open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical position. Carefully lift the plastic tab on the bottom of the viewfinder, and open the cover

Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the interior of the viewfinder with it 2.

Close the cover. Tilt the viewfinder back to the horizontal position and push it back in.

NOTES:

●

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

●

Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

●

Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

●

When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product.

After Use

Turn off the camcorder.

Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then swing the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette.

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.

Press and hold BATT. RELEASE and remove the battery pack.

Lens blower

BATT. RELEASE Button

Remove.

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INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators

OFF

o p

()q

75 63 4

w e r t

@ # $

Y U

8 09

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Controls

1 Flash Switch [FLASH OPEN] ................ Z pg. 22

2 Dioptre Adjustment Control ................. Z pg. 11

3 Battery Release Button

[BATT. RELEASE].................................... Z pg. 7

4 •MENU dial [+, –, PUSH] ................... Z pg. 18

•LCD Monitor BRIGHT

(Brightness) Control [+, –] .................. Z pg. 12

5 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. Z pg. 14

•Speaker/Headphone Volume Control

[VOL.] .............................................. Z pg. 31

6 Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ............. Z pg. 16

7 OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................... Z pg. 9

8 Snapshot Mode Button

[SNAP MODE] .................................... Z pg. 16

9 MULTI SCREEN Button ........................ Z pg. 17

0 BACKLIGHT Button ............................. Z pg. 29

! Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] ... Z pg. 12 @ Play/Pause Button [

/6] ...................... Z pg. 31

# Stop Button [5] ................................... Z pg. 31

$ Fast-Forward Button [

] .................... Z pg. 31

% Rewind Button [

] ............................ Z pg. 31

^ Power Switch

[ , , , 5S, OFF] ...................... Z pg. 12

& Recording Start/Stop Button.................. Z pg. 12

* Lock Button ......................................... Z pg. 12

Connectors

The connectors ( to q are located beneath a cover.

( Headphone Connector [PHONE] ......... Z pg. 50

) External Stereo Microphone Input Connector

[MIC] .................................................. Z pg. 50

q Audio/Video Output Connector

[AV] .................................. Z pg. 34, 35, 38, 45

To connect cables to the following connectors w to

t, open the LCD monitor. w Digital Video Connector [DV OUT]

(i.link*) .................................... Z pg. 36, 37, 39

* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry

specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.

e J Terminal/Edit Connector [JLIP (Joint Level

Interface Protocol) (EDIT)] .................... Z pg. 45

•Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing.

•Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer using the provided Software.

r PC (DIGITAL STILL) Connector ............. Z pg. 36

t S-Video Output Connector

[S-VIDEO] ......................... Z pg. 34, 35, 38, 45

Indicators

y Tally Lamp ........................................... Z pg. 12

u Power Lamp ........................................ Z pg. 12

Other Parts

i Viewfinder ........................................... Z pg. 11

o Lens Cover

Opens when the viewfinder is pulled out or the LCD monitor is opened fully.

p •Remote Sensor .................................. Z pg. 40

•Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor necessary for shooting is built-in here.

Q Stereo Microphone .............................. Z pg. 50

W Flash ................................................... Z pg. 22

E Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... Z pg. 11

R Battery Pack Mount ............................... Z pg. 7

T Grip Strap ............................................ Z pg. 10

Y LCD Monitor ....................................... Z pg. 12

U Speaker ............................................... Z pg. 31

I Stud Hole ............................................ Z pg. 11

O Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... Z pg. 11

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INDEX

Indications

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording

MBA

U 0

x 3

A S

N O

U –

MN.

PTA

D B

S.P

112

3 R

0 4

0 0

(

)

12 43 5

No. Function

1 •Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during

zooming. (Z pg. 14)

• : Appears when Auto Slow Shutter is engaged (“GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”).

(Z pg. 19)

2 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.

(Z pg. 26)

3 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema

mode. (Z pg. 18)

4 Appears during zooming.

Zoom level indicator (Z pg. 14)

5* Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).

(Z pg. 10)

Displays the tape remaining time.

(Z pg. 12)

7* Appears when in the Record-Standby mode.

(Z pg. 12)

8 Appears during recording. (Z pg. 12) 9 Appears while the tape is running.

(Z pg. 12)

Appears when taking a Snapshot.

(Z pg. 16)

! Appears when the wind cut mode is

engaged to cut down on noise created by wind. (Z pg. 20)

@ Appears when the iris is locked. (Z pg. 29) # 5S MODE/5SD MODE/ANIM. MODE:

Displays the 5 second recording mode, Dissolve during 5-second recording mode or Animation recording mode. (Z pg. 20, 24)

No. Function

$ Displays the sound mode for approx. 5

seconds after turning on the camcorder.

(Z pg. 20)

% Displays the date/time. (Z pg. 20) ^ •

BRIGHT: Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

(Z pg. 12)

•TC: Displays the Time Code. (Z pg. 33)

& Appears when the focus is adjusted

manually. (Z pg. 28)

* Appears during Self-Timer recording.

(Z pg. 21)

( Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser

(“DIS”) is engaged. (Z pg. 19)

) Displays the selected Programme AE with

special effects. (Z pg. 25)

q Appears when the exposure is adjusted.

(Z pg. 29)

w Appears when the white balance is adjusted.

(Z pg. 30)

e Appears when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO

” in the Menu Screen. (Z pg. 22)

Appears when the flash is ready. A number appears next to the indication after adjusting the brightness of the flash.

(Z pg. 22, 23)

t Appears when backlight compensation is

used. (Z pg. 29)

Displays the power switch position.

: F. AUTO, : MANUAL,

5S: MANUAL (blinks) (Z pg. 12)

* Setting “INDICATION” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen removes indications marked with * from the screen (Z pg. 18, 20).

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Warning Indications

Function

Displays the battery remaining power.

Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted

As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

Appears when no tape is loaded, or when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (Z pg. 9)

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette. (Z pg. 63)

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, the camcorder turns off automatically. Wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.

Appears for 10 seconds after power is turned on if there is no tape loaded. Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. (Z pg. 13)

● Appears when the date/time is not set. (Z pg. 8)

● Appears when the clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the previously

set date/time is erased. (Z pg. 8)

Appears when Audio Dubbing is unavailable. (Z pg. 50)

The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback

No. Function

1 Displays the sound mode. (Z pg. 33) 2 Displays the tape speed. 3 Appears while a tape is running.

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search

: Rewind/Shuttle search

6 : Pause 64: Forward slow-motion 1

6 : Reverse slow-motion e : Audio Dubbing 6e : Audio Dubbing Pause

4 Displays the date/time. (Z pg. 33) 5 Displays the time code. (Z pg. 33) 6 BRIGHT :

Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

(Z pg. 12)

VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone

volume. (Z pg. 31)

The level indicator moves.

L C

IUT

–

O0U6N:D

L.P

1126. :

040

1 2 3

Indikator

CONDENSATION

OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

TAPE!

TAPE END

SET DATE/TIME!

ERROR!

REFER MANUAL

E01 — E06

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY

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General Battery Precautions

If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones.

Use only the following batteries: R03 (AAA) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery

use. When misused, the batteries can leak or explode.

1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 40.

2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those

specified.

3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.

4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as

they can leak or explode.

6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.

7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be

stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. To avoid hazards . . .

.... do not burn.

.... do not short-circuit the terminals.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

.... do not expose the battery to temperatures

exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.

.... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .

.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

.... charge in an environment where temperatures

are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.

.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure

to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life.

.... fully charge and then fully discharge the

battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time.

.... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.

Terminals

CAUTIONS

NOTES:

●

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

Charging ............... 10°C to 35°C

Operation .............0°C to 40°C

Storage .................–10°C to 30°C

●

Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.

●

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging take

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

.... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV

mark.

.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded

tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals.

.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

.... do not load and unload the cassette

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage.

.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

.... away from heaters or other heat sources.

.... out of direct sunlight.

.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

.... where they won’t be exposed to strong

magnetic fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets).

.... vertically, in their original cases.

LCD Monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT . . .

.... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on

the bottom.

2. To prolong service life . . .

.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions:

•While using the camcorder, the surface around the

LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

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Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

.... open the camcorder’s chassis.

.... disassemble or modify the unit.

.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.

.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects

to enter the unit.

.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

.... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

.... in places subject to soot or steam such as near

a cooking stove.

.... in places subject to excessive shock or

vibration.

.... near a television set.

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting anten-

nas, etc.).

.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)

or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

.... in places of over 50°C.

.... in places where humidity is extremely low

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

.... in direct sunlight.

.... in a closed car in summer.

.... near a heater.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

.... allow it to become wet.

.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

during transportation.

.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

.... expose the lens to direct sunlight.

.... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap or the grip.

5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:

•No picture during playback.

•Blocks of noise appear during playback.

•During recording, the Head Clog Warning indicator “ ” appears.

In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more than once consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups are recommended after using the unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

How To Handle A CD-ROM

•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole using a circular motion.

•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray.

•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.

•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/ Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

About moisture condensation . . .

● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass‘ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.

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TERMS

Fade-In/Out .............................................. Z pg. 26

Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. Z pg. 31

5-second recording mode ......................... Z pg. 24

Flash .................................................. Z pg. 22, 23

Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................ Z pg. 42

Gain Up ................................................... Z pg. 19

Grip Adjustment ....................................... Z pg. 10

Icons ........................................................ Z pg. 19

Interface Shooting ..................................... Z pg. 13

Iris............................................................ Z pg. 29

Iris Lock ................................................... Z pg. 29

Journalistic Shooting ................................. Z pg. 13

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications ... Z pg. 60, 61

Load A Tape ............................................... Z pg. 9

Manual Focus ........................................... Z pg. 28

Menu Screen, DATE/TIME ......................... Z pg. 20

Menu Screen, DATE/DISPLAY ................... Z pg. 32

Menu Screen, MODE MENU .................... Z pg. 19

Menu Screen, PLAY MODE ....................... Z pg. 32

Menu Screen, SYSTEM ............................. Z pg. 20

Monotone ................................................ Z pg. 25

Motor Drive Mode .................................... Z pg. 16

Multi Screen Mode ................................... Z pg. 17

AC Power Adapter/Charger ..................... Z pg. 6, 7

Animation ................................................ Z pg. 20

Audio Dubbing ........................................ Z pg. 50

Auto Focus ............................................... Z pg. 28

Auto Shut off ...................................... Z pg. 13, 31

Backlight Compensation ........................... Z pg. 29

Battery Low .............................................. Z pg. 61

Battery Pack ..................................... Z pg. 6, 7, 62

Beep/Tally ................................................ Z pg. 20

Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ Z pg. 12

Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ................... Z pg. 8

Channels (Left/Right) ................................. Z pg. 33

Charge The Battery Pack ............................. Z pg. 6

Cinema .................................................... Z pg. 19

Classic Film .............................................. Z pg. 25

Clean The Camcorder ............................... Z pg. 57

Connections ............................ Z pg. 7, 34 – 39, 45

Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... Z pg. 12

Date/Time Display ........................ Z pg. 18, 20, 33

Date/Time Settings ...................................... Z pg. 8

Demonstration Mode ................................ Z pg. 20

Digital Zoom ...................................... Z pg. 14, 19

DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... Z pg. 19

Dioptre Adjustment .................................. Z pg. 11

Dissolve During 5-Second

Recording Mode ..................................... Z pg. 24

Dubbing ............................................. Z pg. 38, 39

Erase Protection .......................................... Z pg. 9

Exposure Control ...................................... Z pg. 29

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Picture Wipe/Dissolve............................... Z pg. 26

Playback Special Effects ............................ Z pg. 43

Playback Zoom ........................................ Z pg. 42

Power Switch Position .............................. Z pg. 12

Programme AE With Special Effects ........... Z pg. 25

Provided Accessories .................................. Z pg. 4

Random Assemble Editing ................. Z pg. 44 – 49

Record-Standby ........................................ Z pg. 12

Recording Mode ....................................... Z pg. 10

Red-Eye Reduction ................................... Z pg. 22

Remote Control ........................................ Z pg. 40

Rewind The Tape ...................................... Z pg. 31

Self-Recording .......................................... Z pg. 13

Self-Timer................................................. Z pg. 21

Sepia ........................................................ Z pg. 25

Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. Z pg. 44

Shuttle Search........................................... Z pg. 31

Shutter Speed ........................................... Z pg. 25

Slow-Motion Playback .............................. Z pg. 42

Slow Shutter ............................................. Z pg. 25

Snapshot ............................................ Z pg. 16, 17

Snapshot Mode .................................. Z pg. 16, 17

Sound Mode ....................................... Z pg. 20, 33

Speaker Volume ....................................... Z pg. 31

Specifications ..................................... Z pg. 66, 67

Squeeze ................................................... Z pg. 19

Still Playback ............................................ Z pg. 31

Strobe ...................................................... Z pg. 25

Tele Macro ............................................... Z pg. 20

Time Code.................................... Z pg. 15, 32, 33

Tripod Mounting ....................................... Z pg. 11

Twilight .................................................... Z pg. 25

Unload A Tape ........................................... Z pg. 9

Video Echo ............................................... Z pg. 25

White Balance .......................................... Z pg. 30

Wide Mode .............................................. Z pg. 19

Wind Cut ................................................. Z pg. 20

Wipe In/Out ............................................. Z pg. 26

Zooming .................................................. Z pg. 14

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SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

For General

Power supply : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)

DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption

LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 4.0 W

LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 5.3 W Format : DV Format (SD mode) Signal format : PAL Standard Video signal recording format : Digital Component Recording Cassette : Mini DV Cassette Tape speed : SP: 18.8 mm/s

LP: 12.5 mm/s

Maximum recording time : SP: 80 min.

(using 80 min. cassette) LP: 120 min. Pickup : 1/4" CCD Lens : F1.8, f = 5 to 50 mm, 10:1 Power Zoom Lens Filter diameter : ø37 mm LCD monitor : 3.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.55" colour LCD Speaker : Monaural Operating temperature : 0°C to 40°C Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C Dimensions (W x H x D) : 77 mm x 94 mm x 142 mm

(with the LCD monitor closed, and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward and pushed back in)

Weight : Approx. 600 g (without cassette and battery)

Approx. 680 g (incl. cassette and battery)

For Connectors

S-Video output : Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output

C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output

Video output : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω unbalanced, analogue output (via AV connector) Audio output : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ analogue output, stereo (via AV connector) Headphone output : ø3.5 mm, stereo External microphone input : 506 µV (rms), high impedance unbalanced with ø3.5 mm (stereo) DV output : 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant PC (Digital still output) : ø2.5 mm, 3-pole JLIP/EDIT : ø3.5 mm, 4-pole

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EN67

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK

Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption : 23 W Output

Charge : DC 7.2 V , 1.2 A

VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A Dimensions (W x H x D) : 68 mm x 38 mm x 110 mm Weight

AA-V67EG : Approx. 245 g

AA-V67EK : Approx. 300 g

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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EG/EK

Printed in Japan 1299HOV*UN*SN

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

GR-DVL9200