JVC GR-DVM5E, GR-DVM5U Instructions Manual
GR-DVM5
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
LYT0183-001B
INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
EN
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the World Wide Web and answer our
Consumer Survey (in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/index-e.html
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which is located on the bottom of
cabinet. Retain this information for
future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
2 EN
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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 (
Z pg. 9).
• 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 “Controls, Indications and Connectors”
(
Z pgs. 76 – 81) and familiarize yourself with
button locations, etc. before use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety
Instructions that follow. They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of
your new camcorder.
You are recommended to carefully read the
cautions on pages 82 — 84 before use.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
The AA-V60U AC Charger Station should be used
with:
AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada,
AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.
CAUTION (applies to the AA-V60U)
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION (s'applique à l'AA-V60U)
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE
LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Warning on lithium cell battery (for remote
control unit)
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or
incinerate.
Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita
Electronic), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
n Dispose of used battery properly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
CAUTION (applies to the AC Charger Station):
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER–SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
NOTES:
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Charger Station is on its bottom.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSCtype color television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with a television of a different standard.
However, live recording and LCD monitor/
viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use
the BN-V607U or BN-V615U battery pack and, to
recharge it, the provided multi-voltage AC Charger
Station AA-V60U. (An appropriate conversion
adapter may be necessary to accommodate
different designs of AC outlets in different
countries.)
EN 3
5. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked or covered.
•Do not block the openings by placing the product on
a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
•Do not place the product in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
2. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
3. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions.
But improper use can result in potential electrical shock
or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and
manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order
not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the
following basic rules for its installation, use and
servicing.
ATTENTION:
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked
on your product and its operating instructions. For your
safety, please read all the safety and operating
instructions before you operate this product and keep
this manual for future reference.
INSTALLATION
1. Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a
grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety
feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
2. Power Sources
Operate your product only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer or local power company. If your
product is intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
4. Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION
810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
GROUND CLAMP
4 EN
USE
1. Accessories
To avoid personal injury:
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product.
• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
product.
• Use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for any mounting of the product.
• Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across
thresholds or deep-pile carpets.
2. Product and Cart Combination
A product and cart combination should be moved with
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart combination to
overturn.
3. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water—for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.
SERVICING
1. Servicing
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a
marked change in performance and you are unable to
restore normal operation by following the detailed
procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt
to service it yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
2. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance—this indicates a need for service.
3. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result
in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
4. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in safe
operating condition.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
5. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product as they may cause
hazards.
6. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
EN 5
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as
there is a risk of fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery terminals, or
the battery itself, 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 possess a
large power capacity. However, when the battery
pack becomes cool in an environment subject to
cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), the battery
pack has a characteristic that its usage time
becomes shorter and 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 some kind of heating pad, make
sure the battery pack does not come in direct
contact with the pad.)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into
the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead
to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is
also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION! The following notes concern possible
physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always attach and use
the provided hand strap. Hold the camcorder firmly
in your hand, with the strap securely around your
wrist. 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 cover. Do not let children operate the
camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to
this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the
camcorder.
CAUTION! Attaching the camcorder to the AC
Charger Station, connecting cables (AUDIO/VIDEO,
S-VIDEO, Editing, DC) 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.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
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.)
6 EN
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
Grip/Hand strap
DC cord
VIDEO/AUDIO cable
(AC Charger Station to TV or VCR,
RCA plug 4 RCA plug)
AC Charger Station
AA-V60U
Battery pack BN-V607U
VIDEO/AUDIO cable
(camcorder to TV or VCR,
ø 3.5 mini-plug 4 RCA plug)
EN 7
TW
S-VIDEO cable Editing cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug, 2 poles)
Remote control unit
RM-V712U
MiniDV Cassette Tape
30 min (DVM-30)
M-DV30ME
Lithium battery CR2025
(for remote control unit)
Cleaning cloth
8 EN
ABOUT DV
The digital video camera converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording.
A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and color signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are
identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analog to Digital) converter
samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 3.375 MHz, and changes them to an 8-bit quantum signal.
Sound sampled at 48 kHz is changed to a 16-bit quantum signal, and sound sampled at 32 kHz is converted
to a 12-bit signal.
NOTE:
The data recorded on a tape is digital, but the output of this camcorder is analog.
3 Audio Area
The digital audio signal is recorded here.
4 ITI (Insert and Tracking
Information) Area
Insert editing and post-recording editing
tracking signals are recorded here.
1 Sub-Code Area
The Time Code and Date/Time data are
written here, separate from the video
data. This enables you to display the date
and time during playback, even if they
weren’t displayed while recording.
2 Video Area
The digital video signal is recorded here.
10 tracks/frame
A/D
conversion
A/D
conversion
A/D
conversion
AUDIO
Color Difference
Signal (B-Y)
Recording by
rotating head
helical scan
Tape direction
Sub-Code Area
Video Area
Audio Area
ITI Area
5.24 mm / 1/5"
6.35 mm / 1/4"
This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape.
VIDEO
Chrominance (C)
Luminance Signal (Y)
Color Difference
Signal (R-Y)
Lens
Mic
Chromatic
Analysis
Signal
compression
A/D
conversion
Head tracking direction
EN 9
CONTENTS
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
6
ABOUT DV
8
GETTING STARTED
10
Charging The Battery Pack .................................................................. 10
Installing The Battery Pack ................................................................. 11
Indoor Use..................................................................................... 12
Using The Battery Holder ................................................................... 12
Date/Time Settings .......................................................................... 13
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................. 14
Recording Mode Setting ..................................................................... 15
Grip Strap Attachment ....................................................................... 16
Tripod Mounting .............................................................................. 17
Diopter Adjustment .......................................................................... 17
Remote Control Unit ......................................................................... 18
Operation Mode .............................................................................. 19
RECORDING
20
Basic Recording ............................................................................... 20
Advanced Features ........................................................................... 27
PLAYBACK
50
Basic Playback ................................................................................ 50
Advanced Features ........................................................................... 52
Basic Connections............................................................................. 56
Advanced Connections ....................................................................... 60
EDITING
62
Dubbing ........................................................................................ 62
Digital Dubbing ............................................................................... 63
Brand Setting ................................................................................. 64
Random Assemble Editing ................................................................... 65
For More Accurate Editing ................................................................... 68
TROUBLESHOOTING
70
AFTER USE
75
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS
76
Camcorder ..................................................................................... 76
AC Charger Station ........................................................................... 78
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording ................................. 79
LCD Monitor Indications During Playback And Digital Dubbing......................... 80
Warning Indications .......................................................................... 81
CAUTIONS
82
SPECIFICATIONS
85
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
87
INDEX
88
10 EN
Charging The Battery Pack
The battery pack has not been charged at the factory. Before using it, be sure to charge it with the AC
Charger Station.
GETTING STARTED
NOTES:
●
If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the AC
Charger Station during battery charging, power is
supplied to the camcorder and charging stops
(
Z
pg. 12).
●
When using the AC Charger Station, be sure to
use the supplied power cord only.
●
When charging the Battery Pack for the first time
or after a long storage period, the Charger
Indicator may not light. In this case, remove the
Battery Pack from the AC Charger Station, then try
charging again.
●
Since the AC Charger Station processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
●
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.
1
SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER
Plug the AC Charger Station’s power cord in to
an AC outlet. The power lamp comes on.
2
ATTACH BATTERY
Attach while making sure the marks are
facing down and aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Charger Station.
•The Charger Indicator begins blinking to
indicate charging has started.
3
CONFIRM STATUS
When the charger indicator stops blinking but
stays lit, charging is finished.
4
DETACH BATTERY
Slide the battery in the direction of the arrow
and lift off.
•Remember to unplug the AC Charger
Station’s power cord from an AC outlet.
ATTACH
To AC outlet
Power cord
Charger indicator
Power lamp
DETACH
Battery pack
BN-V607U
AC Charger Station
AA-V60U
DC OUT jack
Power cord
INFORMATION:
The AC Charger Station (provided) enables you
to charge not only one battery pack but also
one battery pack installed in the camcorder
(Z pg. 59).
Battery Approximate charging time
BN-V607U 90 min.
BN-V615U
180 min.
(optional)
EN 11
Installing The Battery Pack
The battery pack has not been charged at the factory. Before installing it in the camcorder, be sure to charge
it with the AC Charger Station (Z pg. 10). It is also possible to charge the battery pack installed in the
camcorder (Z pg. 59).
1
OPEN BATTERY COVER
Slide down the open switch.
2
INSERT CHARGED BATTERY
Insert the mark end of the battery first.
Inserting the battery backwards will result in
malfunction.
3
CLOSE BATTERY COVER
NOTES:
●
To remove the battery pack, turn off the
camcorder and open the the battery cover so that
the battery pack comes out halfway. Then pull out
the battery pack.
●
Be careful not to drop the battery pack.
Battery
Battery cover
Open switch
(BATTERY)
Charging Environment
Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 30°C (50°F and 86°F). 20° to 25°C (68°F to 77°F)
is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
Continuous Shooting
Continuous shooting is possible (See table below for recording time) under the following conditions:
•The temperature is approximately 20°C/68°F
However, . . .
•If the temperature is below 10°C/50°F, or
•If zoom or Record-Standby is engaged or LCD monitor is used repeatedly, continuous shooting capability
is reduced significantly. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to
cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
Approximate recording time (unit: min)
No. of batteries to supply power
Using one battery (BN-V607U) installed in the camcorder
Using one battery (BN-V615U) installed in the optional Battery
Holder* attached to the camcorder
BN-V607U x 2
BN-V607U &
BN-V615U
Using a BN-V856U battery**
Using two batteries; one (BN-V607U) installed
in the camcorder and one (BN-V607U or BNV615U) installed in the optional Battery
Holder* attached to the camcorder
LCD monitor off/ LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder on Viewfinder off
60 50
* The Battery Holder is included in the optional VU-V615KITU Battery Holder Kit.
** The BN-V856U battery, as well as the AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger for charging it, is included in
the optional VU-V856KITU Extended-Use Battery Pack Kit.
12 EN
1
INSERT CHARGED BATTERY
To insert a battery pack, slide the battery lock
switch to the release position and insert the
battery
end first. To prevent the battery pack
from falling out, be sure to slide the battery lock
switch to the lock position.
2
ATTACH TO CAMCORDER
Insert the Battery Holder’s nub into the mounting
socket on the bottom of the camcorder and slide
the camcorder lock lever to the lock position.
•To detach the camcorder, press the release
button on the lock lever and slide the lock lever
to the release position. Then slide the battery
lock switch to the release position.
NOTES:
●
When the battery remaining power indicator appears
as
, that means the battery power is close to nil.
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns
off automatically.
●
Each time you start shooting, the camcorder chooses
the battery pack that has more remaining power, and
uses that as the power supply. That means both
battery packs will be exhausted at roughly the same
time.
GETTING STARTED
(Cont.)
1
CONNECT DC CORD TO CAMCORDER
Insert the coupler of the provided DC cord into
the camcorder.
2
CONNECT DC CORD TO AC
CHARGER STATION
Connect the DC cord to the AC Charger Station’s
DC OUT jack.
Indoor Use
When using the camcorder indoors, you can use the AC Charger Station (provided) instead of a battery.
Power lamp
When power is
supplied, the
power lamp lights.
AC Charger
Station AA-V60U
Slide down the
open switch.
Camcorder
connector
To AC outlet
Power cord
DC cord
Nub
Camcorder lock lever
(with release button)
Using The Battery Holder
For extended use, prepare the Battery Holder (included in the optional Battery Holder Kit VU-V615KITU), which
can be loaded with one battery pack. This Battery Holder can be used together with the battery installed in the
camcorder.
Battery lock switch
To DC
OUT
jack
Battery
Mark
3
SUPPLY POWER TO AC CHARGER
STATION
Plug the AC Charger Station’s power cord into an
AC outlet.
NOTE:
Since the AC Charger Station processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use
it only in well-ventilated areas.
Coupler
Remove.
Core filter
EN 13
ON SCREEN OFF
ONDISPLAY
DATE / TIME
DEC 25 ’ 98
PM 5 : 30
4
RETURN
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
AGC
40X
SP
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
4
END
ON
Date/Time Settings
Date and time will automatically be recorded on tape at all times. It is your choice to display it or not during
playback (Z pg. 55).
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
Set the Power Dial to “M” while pressing down
the lock button located on the dial, and open
the LCD monitor fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the
camcorder is turned on.
•
The LCD monitor can be tilted upward up to
180 degrees and downward up to 90 degrees.
2
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
3
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “TO
DATE/TIME MENU” by rotating the Select Dial.
Press the Select Dial and the Date/Time Menu
appears.
4
INPUT DATE AND TIME
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “DATE/
TIME” by rotating the Select Dial. Press the
Select Dial and “month” is highlighted and
begins blinking.
Rotating the Select Dial, input the month. Press
the Select Dial. Repeat the procedure to input
the day, year, hour and minute.
•
Press the Select Dial twice when the pointer
and highlight bar are set to “RETURN” to exit.
LCD monitor
MENU button
Recording Menu
Date/Time Menu
Lock button
Power Dial
Power lamp
Select Dial
Regarding Built-in Rechargeable Battery
To store the date/time in memory, a rechargeable
clock lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder.
While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet
using the AC Charger Station, or while the battery
pack installed in the camcorder continues to supply
power to the camcorder, the clock lithium battery is
always charged. However, if the camcorder is not
used for approx. 3 months, the clock 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 Charger
Station etc. for over 24 hours to charge the clock
lithium battery. Then perform the date/time setting
before using the camcorder.
It is also possible to use the camcorder without the
date/time setting.
NOTE:
If you don’t exit the Date/Time Menu, the clock
display will not move but the camcorder’s internal
clock continues to operate. Once you close the
menu, the date and time begin operation from the
current date and time, with no delay or loss.
14 EN
GETTING STARTED
(Cont.)
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
1
OPEN CASSETTE COVER
Turn the power on, then slide the OPEN/EJECT
switch in the direction of the arrow. The
cassette cover releases. Open the cover in the
direction of the arrow until it locks. The holder
opens automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
2
INSERT/REMOVE TAPE
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 cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may
not be able to close the cover. Do not apply
force. Replace the battery with a fully
charged one before continuing.
NOTES:
●
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to
open. Do not apply force.
●
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder
does not open, close the cassette cover and try
again.
●
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm environment, wait a short
time before opening the cover.
●
Closing the cassette cover before the cassette
holder comes out may cause damage to the
camcorder.
●
Even when the camcorder is switched off, a
cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the
cassette holder is closed with the camcorder
switched off, however, it may not recede. It is
recommended to turn the power on before
loading or unloading.
●
When shooting again after already shooting a
scene, a blank portion is recorded on the tape or
a previously recorded scene is erased (recorded
over) if you open the cassette cover, regardless of
whether the cassette holder comes out or not. See
page 22 for information about recording from the
middle of a tape.
** To protect valuable recordings . . .
.... slide the erase protection switch on the back of
the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This
prevents this tape from being recorded over. If
you decide later that you do want to record on
this tape, slide the switch back to “REC” before
loading the tape.
Tape
Recording mode
SP LP
DVM-30 30 min. 45 min.
DVM-60 60 min. 90 min.
Approximate recording time
PUSH HERE
Cassette cover
Make sure the
window side
is facing out.
Cassette holder
Erase protection
switch**
OPEN/EJECT
switch
EN 15
SP SP LP
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
AGC
40X
SP
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
4
END
ON
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
AGC
40X
SP
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
4
END
ON
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
Set the Power Dial to “M” while pressing down
the lock button located on the dial.
2
OPEN LCD MONITOR
Open the LCD monitor fully.
The power lamp comes on and the camcorder
is turned on.
•The LCD monitor turns on/off automatically
when it is opened/closed at approx. 90 degrees
while the Power Dial is set to any operation
mode (except “OFF”).
•The LCD monitor can be tilted upward up to
180 degrees and downward up to 90 degrees.
3
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
4
SET RECORDING MODE
First move the pointer and highlight bar to
“REC MODE” by rotating the Select Dial. Press
the Select Dial and the parameter “SP” or “LP”
is highlighted. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating
the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial twice to
exit from the Recording Menu.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical,
providing 1.5 times the recording time.
NOTES:
●
If the recording mode is switched during
recording, the playback picture will be blurred at
the switching point.
●
It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP
mode on this camcorder be played back on this
camcorder.
●
During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there
may be momentary pauses in the sound.
Recording Menu
Recording mode indicator
LCD monitor
Lock button
Power dial
Power lamp
MENU button
Select Dial
16 EN
1
2
3
GETTING STARTED
(Cont.)
Grip Strap Attachment
1
ATTACH GRIP STRAP TO HAND
STRAP EYELET
Open the pad and pull the grip strap in the
direction of the arrow to remove the grip strap
from the pad.
Thread the end of the grip strap through the
hand strap eyelet, then thread the other end of
the grip through the loop. Pull firmly to ensure
secure attachment.
•To use the strap as a hand strap, thread the
strap through the length adjuster when
attaching it to the camcorder.
Hand strap eyelet
Grip Strap
Sub hand
strap eyelet
START/STOP
Loop
Pad
Bottom of
camcorder
Length adjuster
Pad
2
ATTACH GRIP STRAP TO SUB
HAND STRAP EYELET
Open the pad and thread the grip strap through
the pad. Next, thread the end of the grip strap
through the sub hand strap eyelet.
3
ADJUST LENGTH
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can
easily operate the START/STOP button and the
zoom switch 1. Position the pad so that it
contacts the back of your hand and thread the
grip strap through the length adjuster 2, then
re-attach the pad 3.
EN 17
PAUSE
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
Diopter Adjustment
Adjust the viewfinder display for best viewing.
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
Set the Power Dial to “A” or “M”.
2
TURN ON CAMCORDER
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
3
ADJUST DIOPTER
Slide the Diopter Adjust Lever located on the
bottom of the viewfinder.
•Slide in either direction, while looking at the
viewfinder display, until it looks best to you.
Diopter
adjust lever
Tripod Mounting
Align the tripod’s screw with the mounting socket
on the bottom of the camcorder.
NOTE:
If the LCD monitor is opened with the viewfinder
pulled out, no image will appear on the LCD
monitor. Push the viewfinder back in.
Bottom of
camcorder
18 EN
TW
Remote Control Unit
You can use the RM-V712U to control the camcorder. When using the remote control, be sure to point it at
the remote sensor. The transmitted beam effective area for indoor use is approx. 5 m. The transmitted beam
may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation if the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or
powerful lighting.
Installing The Battery
The RM-V712U uses one lithium battery (CR2025).
1
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
Pull out in the direction of the arrow while
pressing the knob as shown.
2
INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to
have the “+” mark visible.
3
RE-INSERT HOLDER
Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.
•Read the caution concerning lithium batteries
(Z pg. 2).
Operation Buttons
(
Z pg. 52, 62)
Up Button (
Z pg. 52)
Down Button (
Z pg. 52)
AUDIO MONITOR Button
(Z pg. 55)
MBR SET Button (
Z pg. 64)
START/STOP Button (Z pg. 21)
PAUSE IN connector (Z pg. 65)
EFFECT ON/OFF Button
(
Z pg. 53)
EFFECT Button
(
Z pg. 53)
FADE/WIPE Button
(
Z pg. 65)
Left/Right Buttons
(
Z pg. 52)
SLOW Rewind/Forward
Buttons (Z pg. 51)
SHIFT Button (Z pg. 52)
DISPLAY Button
(Z pg. 62)
Zoom Buttons (
Z pg. 52)
Knob
R.A. EDIT Buttons (Z pg. 65 – 67)
GETTING STARTED
(Cont.)
EN 19
F . AUTO
PAUSE
MANUAL
PAUSE
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
Power Dial Position Function
Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments.
Suitable for standard recording.
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 in 5-second clips to keep the action moving.
Other menu settings are the same as Full Auto mode, however manually
adjusted White Balance Adjustment settings are effective.
Allows you (camcorder operator) to become part of the scene once the
camcorder is set. This mode is similar to the Self-Timer on film cameras.
Allows you to play back a recording, Z pg. 50 – 61.
Allows you to switch off the camcorder. After setting to this position, Manual
Focus and Exposure Control are automatically reset to “AUTO”.
Self-Timer:
Operation Mode
Tuning the Power Dial allows you to choose the appropriate operation mode among the following modes:
Full Auto mode (A), Manual mode (M), 5 second mode recording (5S), Self-Timer mode ( ) and “PLAY”.
According to the Power Dial position you have
selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL” appears in the
upper left corner.
When set to
“
M
”, “5S” or “ ”When set to “A”
Full Auto:
A
Manual:
M
5 second mode
recording: 5S
Playback: PLAY
Lock button
Power lamp
To turn on the camcorder, first
turn the Power Dial to any
operation mode except “OFF”,
then pull out the viewfinder fully
or open the LCD monitor. When
turning the Power Dial from
“OFF” to any other position,
press and hold the lock button
located on the dial.
OFF
20 EN
PAUSE
444
REC
PAUSE
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
You should already have performed the necessary preparations (Z pgs. 10 – 19). Set the Power Dial to “A”
and try recording that way before attempting to use more advanced features.
NOTE:
Before starting recording, make sure you set the date and time (Z pg. 13). Even if they don’t appear during
recording, you can display them during playback (Z pg. 55).
Lock button
Power Dial
Display
Record-Standby
During recording
Power lamp
RECORDING
Basic Recording
Tally lamp
START/STOP button
IND. ON/OFF
button
EN 21
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
Set the Power Dial to “A” while pressing down
the lock button located on the dial.
2
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD
monitor to approx. 90 degrees.
•The lens cover opens, the power lamp comes
on and the scene you’re aimed at appears.
•The Record-Standby mode is engaged.
3
START RECORDING
When “PAUSE” appears, press START/STOP. A
beep signals the start of recording and the tally
lamp comes on.
4
STOP RECORDING
Press START/STOP again to stop recording.
•The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby
mode.
5
END RECORDING
When you’re finished recording, push back the
viewfinder or close the LCD monitor until it
clicks; the lens cover closes and the power
lamp goes out.
•When transporting, make sure the viewfinder
is pushed back and the LCD monitor is
closed and locked.
•To turn power on again, pull out the
viewfinder or open the LCD monitor.
OR
Set the Power Dial to “OFF”.
•When turning to “OFF”, it is not necessary to
press down the lock button.
NOTES:
●
The image will not appear simultaneously in the
LCD monitor and the viewfinder. No image
appears on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder
is pulled out. It is not possible to shoot using both
LCD monitor and viewfinder.
●
If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode,
power shuts off automatically to conserve energy
and protect the heads. To turn the camcorder on
again, push back and pull out the viewfinder
again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. As
long as you don’t take out the tape you were
using or play it back, you can continue from
where you left off with no noticeable brake on the
recorded video.
●
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.
Continue recording from where you stop so there
are no gaps by following “Recording from the
middle of a tape” (Z pg. 22).
●
Record-Standby means that a tape is loaded and
the camcorder is ready to record.
●
During recording, sound is not heard from the
speaker. If you want to hear the sound, connect
optional headphones to the headphones jack. The
sound volume at this point is the same as the level
it was adjusted during playback.
●
To make the indications disappear, press and hold
the IND.ON/OFF button for more than approx. 1
second. However, it is impossible to remove the
tape running indicator “
444
” and warning
indications and so on (Z pg. 81).
●
Use the viewfinder when under direct sunlight or
when reflections make it difficult to see the LCD
monitor.
●
When the battery remaining power indicator
appears as , that means the battery power is
close to nil. When the battery power is exhausted,
power turns off automatically.
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OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial.
•The power lamp comes on.
2
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD
monitor to approx. 90 degrees.
3
START SEARCH
Press 6/4, then press
2
or
3
. Watch in the
viewfinder or the LCD monitor for the spot
where you want to begin recording.
4
ENGAGE STILL MODE
Once you find the spot at which you want to
start recording, press 6/4 twice to engage the
Still mode.
5
START RECORDING
Turn the Power Dial to any operation mode
except “PLAY” and “OFF”, then press START/
STOP.
•Start recording from a point prior to the end
of the last recording. A few seconds of the
end of the last recording will be erased.
NOTE:
Even if you start recording from the end of the
previous recording leaving no blank space, there
may be situations where a clean transition is not
possible.
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
When removing a tape on which you were recording, or when you resume recording on a tape after playing
back the recording previously made (without taking the tape out between recordings), perform this procedure.
RECORDING
Basic Recording (Cont.)
Stop button
Play/Pause button
Lock button
Power Dial
Rewind button
Power lamp
Fast-forward button
START/STOP button
EN 23
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. 65), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is recorded 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 leaving a blank portion on a
tape, perform the procedure in “Recording From The Middle of A Tape” (Z pg. 22) in the following
cases;
•After playing back the recorded tape, when
you shoot again.
•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 already shooting a
scene and opening/closing the cassette cover.
NOTES:
●
The Time Code cannot be reset.
●
During fast-forwarding and rewinding, time code indication does not move smoothly.
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
TC 12 : 34 : 24
Display
When 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
(30 frames = 1 second)
Seconds
Minutes
Time code is displayed
during playback.
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
You can make the LCD monitor/Viewfinder
indications appear/disappear.
1
PRESS IND.ON/OFF BUTTON
When you do not want the indications to
appear, press the IND.ON/OFF button for
longer than approximately 1 second. Certain
indications disappear.
Press again for longer than approx. 1 second to
make the indicaitons reappear.
NOTE:
It is impossible to make the tape running indicator
and warnings etc. disappear from the LCD monitor
or the viewfinder. For the indications that can be
removed, Z pg. 79.
90 min
REC
89 min 3 min 2 min
1 min0 min
Tape Remaining Indicator
The time remaining on the tape is automatically monitored and displayed (Z pg. 79). When the tape ends,
“TAPE END” appears. If the indications are turned off, the tape remaining indicator appears when remaining
time reaches 2 minutes.
blinking
blinkingblinking
– – – – – – – – – –
6
BRIGHT
RECORDING
Basic Recording (Cont.)
Display
IND. ON/OFF
button
Select Dial
Brightness Control
You can adjust the brightness of the display by
rotating the Select Dial.
1
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
Rotate the Select Dial until the brightness
indicator moves and the display reaches its
appropriate brightness.
•The brightness indication appears on the
display.
EN 25
Interface Shooting
The person you are shooting can view himself/
herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot
yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD
monitor.
1
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to
180 degrees so that it faces forward.
2
START RECORDING
Point the lens towards the subject (yourself
when self-recording) and start shooting.
•During Interface Shooting, the “Tape
Running” indicator and warning indications
(Z pg. 81) 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.
NOTE:
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)
Journalistic shooting
In some situations different angles of shooting may
be required for more dramatic results.
1
OPEN LCD MONITOR
Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back and
the LCD monitor is fully open (approx. 90°).
2
TILT LCD MONITOR
Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction.
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle
(270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).
Self-recording
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T
D
W
T
D
W
T
D
W
T
D
W
T
D
W
Zoom
Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject (Z pg. 34).
Simply set the zoom switch to either zoom in (towards “T”) or zoom out (towards “W”). The zoom speed is
variable — the quicker you set the zoom switch, the quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
●
In Full Auto mode (when the Power Dial is set to “A”), zoom magnification of up to 40X is possible. In
Manual mode (when the Power Dial is set to “M”), zooming is possible to a maximum of 100X.
●
Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital
Zoom.
●
During Digital Zoom, the quality of image may suffer.
●
Digital zoom cannot be used while functions done through Digital image processing (5SD mode,
Z
pg. 28, Picture Wipe/Dissolve function, Z pg. 39, Snapshot, Z pg. 30, etc.) are activated.
●
Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) is possible when the zoom switch is set all the
way to “W”.
Zoom display
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom switch
Digital zoom zone
10X (optical)
zoom zone
RECORDING
Basic Recording (Cont.)
EN 27
Displaying The Date And Time During Recording
When the Power Dial is set to “M”, “5S” or “ ”, you can choose whether to display the date and time
during recording or not. You must first set the date and time (see “Date/Time Settings” Z pg. 13). Set
“DISPLAY” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The Date/Time is always displayed when the Power Dial is set
to “A”.
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
First turn the Power Dial to “M” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial,
make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the
viewfinder is pulled out.
2
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
3
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
Move the pointer and highlight bar to “TO
DATE/TIME MENU” by rotating the Select Dial.
Press it and the Date/Time Menu appears.
4
SELECT FUNCTION
Move the pointer and highlight bar to
“DISPLAY” by rotating the Select Dial, then
press it. The pointer stops blinking, indicating
that the function has been selected.
5
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
Cycle through the available settings of the
selected functions by rotating the Select Dial
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
Then press it and the pointer and highlight bar
automatically move to “RETURN”.
6
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
Press the Select Dial twice. Selection is
complete and the menu disappears.
NOTES:
●
Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON
SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The
display appears on the connected TV .
●
The Indicator/Display function overrides these
settings. Even if you have set “ON SCREEN” to
“ON”, pressing the IND.ON/OFF button for
longer than 1 second removes the indications
from the screen. Pressing it for longer than 1
second again makes the indications re-appear.
ON SCREEN OFF
ONDISPLAY
DATE / TIME
DEC 25 ’ 98
PM
5 : 30
RETURN
4
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
AGC
40X
SP
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
4
END
ON
Display
Recording Menu
Date/Time Menu
MENU button/
IND. ON/OFF button
Power Dial
Lock button
Select Dial
RECORDING
Advanced Features
28 EN
4
END 5-SECOND MODE RECORDING
Set the Power Dial to the “A”, “M” or “OFF”
position.
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing START/STOP in step 3, press
SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 6-second
still (
Z pg. 30). When “SCENE” is set to
“ANIM.” (Z pg. 36) this function is not
available.
NOTE:
When “SCENE” is set to “ANIM.” in the System
Menu, the 5-second recording function is not
available. Animation recording of a 1/8-second clip
is taken instead (Z pg. 36).
1
SELECT OPERATION MODE
Turn the Power Dial to “5S” while pressing
down the lock button located on the dial.
2
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN
LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD
monitor to approx. 90 degrees. “5S MODE”
appears.
3
ENGAGE 5S MODE
Then press START/STOP. The tally lamp lights
and beep sounds to indicate the start of
recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder
enters Record-Standby mode.
•If you press and hold START/STOP within 5
seconds after recording starts, RecordStandby mode is not engaged.
Scene (5-second recording)
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. The 5-Second
function may also be activated during Full Auto operation. But the White Balance remains in the previously
adjusted condition. While the 5-Second mode is activated, Fade/Wipe (Z pg. 37), P.AE/Effects (Z pg. 43)
and other manual operations cannot be performed.
OFF
P
L
A
Y
A
M
5S
REC
MANUAL
PAUSE
MODE5S
PAUSE
MANUAL
MODE5S
REC
444
Dissolves during 5 second mode recording
Select “5SD” at the System Menu (Z pg. 36).
“5SD MODE” appears in step 2 below.
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.
Display
Record-Standby
After 5 sec.
Power Dial
Lock button
RECORDING
Advanced Features (Cont.)
START/STOP button
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