JVC GR-DVP9US User Manual

ENGLISH

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVP9

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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

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

Model No. Serial No.

ADVANCED FEATURES

REFERENCES

TERMS

LYT1071-001A

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Dear Customer,

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

Using This Instruction Manual

● All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.

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

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

It is recommended that you…

… refer to the Index (墌 pg. 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 this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 70 through 72 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

The AA-V100U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with: AC 120 Vd, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 V - 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz in other countries.

CAUTION (applies to the AA-V100U)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION (s’applique à l’AA-V100U)

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.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTES:

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

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

CAUTIONS:

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

● Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use 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.)

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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16”) or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

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

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws

governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the

camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the

camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the

camcorder.

CAUTION!

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

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

This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:

<http://www.eiae.org>

䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” or “ ” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene…

… make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . … make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . … remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. … remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without

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

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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.

TTENTION:

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.

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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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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.

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.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

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.

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Provided Accessories

● AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V100U

● Remote Control Unit RM-V717U

● USB Cable ● S/AV/Editing Cable ● Editing Extension Cable

● Memory Card 8 MB

(Already inserted in the camcorder)

NOTES:

● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.

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

● Strap

(墌 pg. 7 for attachment)

● Battery Pack BN-V107U-S

● CD-ROM ● AAA (R03) Battery x 2

● Grip Belt

(墌 pg. 7 for attachment)

● DC Cord

(for remote control unit)

● Audio Cable (See below for connection of optional headphones.)

How To Use The Audio Cable

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

Headphones

Audio cable (provided)

Core filter

(headphones)

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How To Attach The Grip Belt

1) Remove the pad and separate the two straps.

2) Thread one end of the strap g through the eyelet,

then pass the other end through the loop.

3) Repeat the same procedure to attach the strap h to the other eyelet.

4) Connect the strap g and h and thread the strap h through the buckle, then adjust the grip.

(墌 pg. 12)

How To Attach The Strap

1) Thread one end of the strap through the eyelet, then pass the other end through the loop.

2) Attach the screw to the tripod mounting socket. To tighten the screw firmly, use a coin, etc.

3) Adjust the length with the adjuster.

More than 2 cm (13/16”)

5) Attach the pad.

NOTES:

● You can use the strap as a shoulder strap by

adjusting the length with the adjuster.

● Because the screw may cause damage to the

camcorder, make sure to attach the screw to the tripod mounting socket when carrying the camcorder.

● Use the strap only with this camcorder.

● Do not grip the camcorder too firmly when the

screw is attached. Doing so may cause damage to the tripod mounting socket.

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CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 9

GETTING STARTED 10

Power .......................................................................10

Grip Adjustment .......................................................12

Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................12

Tripod Mounting ......................................................12

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................................12

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......................13

Operation Mode .......................................................13

Date/Time Settings ....................................................14

Loading A Cassette

/Unloading A Cassette ..........................................15

Loading A Memory Card

/Unloading A Memory Card .................................16

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 17

VIDEO RECORDING ....................................................17

Basic Recording ........................................................17

Tape Remaining Time ...............................................17

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

Journalistic Shooting .................................................18

Interface Shooting .....................................................18

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

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ....................19

VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................................................20

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

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

Shuttle Search ...........................................................21

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

Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................................22

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 23

D.S.C. RECORDING .....................................................23

Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............................23

D.S.C. PLAYBACK .......................................................24

Normal Playback Of Images .....................................24

Auto Playback Of Images .........................................24

Playback Of Video Clips ...........................................25

Playback Of Digital Sound Effects .............................25

Index Playback Of Files ............................................26

Viewing File Information ..........................................26

Removing On-Screen Display ...................................26

Protecting Files .........................................................27

Deleting Files ...........................................................28

Resetting The File Name ...........................................29

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ...................29

Initializing A Memory Card ......................................30

ADVANCED FEATURES 31

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .......................... 31

Changing The Menu Settings .................................... 31

RECORDING MENUS .................................................. 32

Wipe Or Fader Effects ..............................................32

Program AE With Special Effects ............................... 33

White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 34

PLAYBACK MENUS ..................................................... 40

FEATURES FOR RECORDING .......................................41

Snapshot (For Video Recording) ...............................41

Self-Timer .................................................................42

Auto Focus ...............................................................43

Manual Focus ...........................................................43

Exposure Control ......................................................44

Iris Lock ...................................................................44

Backlight Compensation ........................................... 45

White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 45

Manual White Balance Adjustment ..........................45

Recording Digital Sound Effects ................................ 46

NAVIGATION Function ........................................... 46

E-Mail Clip Recording .............................................. 48

DUBBING ..................................................................50

Dubbing To Or From A VCR ....................................50

Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV IN

Connector (Digital Dubbing) ................................ 51

Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV OUT

Connector (Digital Dubbing) ................................ 52

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory

Card .....................................................................53

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...........................54

Audio Dubbing ........................................................56

Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects .............56

Insert Editing ............................................................57

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ........................58

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ..............................................62

Connection To A Personal Computer .......................62

Using The Camcorder As A WebCam .......................63

REFERENCE 64

DETAILS ....................................................................64

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 65

CAUTIONS .................................................................70

USER MAINTENANCE .................................................. 73

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 74

INDEX .......................................................................76

TERMS 82

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Automatic Demonstration

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

SET/SELECT Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

MENU Button

+, – Button

Sub Menu

ST M SY E

DEM– MO DE O

OFF

䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no

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

䡲 Performing any operation during the

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

䡲 “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the

camcorder power is turned off.

To cancel Automatic Demonstration

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

2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Press + or – to select “s SYSTEM”, and press

SET/SELECT. The SYSTEM Menu appears.

5 Press + or – to select “DEMO MODE”, and press

SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.

6 Press + or – to select “OFF”, and press SET/

SELECT.

7 Press + or – to select “BRETURN”, and press SET/

SELECT twice. The normal screen appears.

NOTE:

Slide the lens cover down to see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

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Power

This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

Charging The Battery Pack

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord

from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.

2 Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord

into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

GETTING STARTED

3 Attach the battery pack with the YZ mark

aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

4 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but

stays lit, charging is finished. Remove the battery pack by pushing up the protruding part.

5 Unplug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power

cord from the AC outlet.

CHARGE

POWER

indicator

(red)

Battery pack Charging time

BN-V107U Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-V114U

(optional)

indicator (green)

DC OUT connector

Battery pack

Protruding part

To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/ Charger

Approx. 2 hr.

● 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.

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 64.

About Batteries

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart,

or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance. (If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

For other notes, 墌 pg. 64.

NOTES:

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

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

● 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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Using The Battery Pack

Notches

BATT. RELEASE

Switch

Align the battery pack’s two notches with the tabs on the camcorder’s battery pack mount.

2 Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into

the battery pack mount.

3 Firmly push the end 2 of the battery pack until it

locks into place.

To detach the battery pack... While sliding down BATT. RELEASE, remove it.

NOTE:

When using the battery pack and the S/AV/Editing cable, disconnect the S/AV/Editing cable first (墌 pg. 22), and then detach the battery pack.

Maximum continuous recording time

Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on

BN-V107U 1 hr. 1 hr. 10 min. BN-V114U

(optional) BN-V840U

(optional) BN-V856U

(optional)

NOTES:

● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged

repeatedly.

• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

• The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

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

2hr. 2hr.20min.

5 hr. 10 min. 6 hr.

7 hr. 40 min. 9 hr. 10 min.

INFORMATION:

The optional extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/ Charger: VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

Using AC Power

To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/

POWER indicator

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord

from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.

Charger

(red)

To battery pack mount

Power cord

To DC OU T connector

DC cord

2 Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord

into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

3 Attach the coupler part of the DC cord to the

camcorder’s battery pack mount.

4 Plug the DC cord to the DC OUT connector on

the AC Power Adapter/Charger.

NOTES:

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

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 64.

GETTING STARTED

TTENTION:

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.

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PAUSE

Grip Adjustment

1 Loosen the belt. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp

the grip.

3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to

easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring. Be sure to tighten the belt to your preference.

Viewfinder Adjustment

1 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Pull out the viewfinder fully. 3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw on the tripod with the camcorder’s mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.

● Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

CAUTION:

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

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder

While using the LCD monitor:

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

While using the viewfinder:

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

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

Diopter Adjustment Control

180˚

NOTES:

● The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting. (墌 pg. 18) When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set “PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. (墌 pg. 31, 38)

● Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a malfunction. (墌 pg. 69)

90˚

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BR IGH T

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

Press MONITOR BRIGHT + or – 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.

MONITOR BRIGHT +/–

Operation Mode

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

Power Lamp

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

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

Power Switch Position

A (Full Auto Recording):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. The “A” indicator appears on the display.

M (Manual Recording):

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. (墌 pg. 31) If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode. There is no indication on the display.

OFF: Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

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

● Allows you to play back a video clip on the

memory card.

● Allows you to play back a digital sound effect in the memory card.

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

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

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position

VIDEO:

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

MEMORY:

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

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

GETTING STARTED

Power-Linked Operation

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

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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. (墌 pg. 31, 41)

SET/SELECT Button

Power Lamp

Power Switch

Lock Button

1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

3 Press MENU. The Menu

Screen appears.

4 Press + or – to select

“n DISPLAY”, and press SET/SELECT. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.

5 Press + or – to select

“CLOCK ADJ.”, and press SET/SELECT. The parameter for “Month” is highlighted.

6 Press + or – to input the

month, and press SET/ SELECT. Repeat to input

the day, year, hour and minute.

7 Press + or – to select

“BRETURN”, and press

SET/SELECT twice. The Menu Screen closes.

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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 “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not highlighted, the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/time parameter (month), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press SET/SELECT, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you have just set.

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Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette

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

1 Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the

direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

● Do not touch internal components.

2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE”

to close the cassette holder.

● Be sure to press only the section labelled “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your finger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage.

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

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

3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it

locks into place.

Cassette holder cover

Cassette holder

Make sure the

window side is

facing out.

Approximate recording time

Ta pe

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

To switch the recording mode, refer to pages 31 and

34.

NOTES:

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

● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.

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

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

● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder recedes may cause damage to the camcorder.

● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading.

● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not. See “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 19).

Recording mode

SP LP

GETTING STARTED

Erase protection tab

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.

PUSH HERE

OPEN/EJECT Switch

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Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card

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

Card Cover

Clipped edge

Memory card

Label

1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. 2 Open the card cover. 3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its

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

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

4 Close the card cover.

To protect valuable files (available only for SD Memory Card)…

Write/erase protection tab

Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of “LOCK”. This prevents the memory card from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to “LOCK” before loading it.

NOTES:

● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “ ” or MultiMediaCards marked “”.

● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card, consult its manufacturer or dealer.

● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to FORMAT the card. (墌 pg. 30)

TTENTION:

Do not insert or remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or not the card is installed.

VIDEO RECORDING

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Basic Recording

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:

● Power (墌 pg. 10)

● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 15)

Power Lamp

(Lights while recording is in

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Recording Start/

Stop Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

Tally Lamp

progress.)

NOTES:

● The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting. (墌 pg. 18)

● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

• When power is supplied from a battery: the

“ ” battery indicator is displayed. (墌 pg. 80)

• When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the

“ ” battery indicator does not appear.

● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 19).

● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 31, 37.

● To record in LP (Long Play) mode, 墌 pg. 31, 34.

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 64.

Tape Remaining Time

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

Lens Cover (Slide up the lens cover to protect the

lens when the camcorder is

not in use.)

1 Slide down the lens cover. 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button. The tally lamp lights and “T REC” appears on the display while recording is in progress.

6 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

– h– – m1 h 0 m0

(Now calculating)

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

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h 3

h 2

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VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

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VIDEO RECORDING (cont.)

Zooming

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

Zoom In

Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring towards “W”.

● The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring, the quicker the zoom action.

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

1xW

10xW

20xW

40xW

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

10xW

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

Approximate zoom ratio

NOTES:

● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in RecordStandby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (墌 pg. 43), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 200X, or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom. (墌 pg. 35)

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

● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer.

● Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.

● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2”) to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Ring is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in MANUAL Menu on page 36.

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 64.

Journalistic Shooting

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º upward).

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.

1) Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180º so that it faces forward.

● When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105º, the monitor image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at that time, it also switches on.

2) Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-recording) and start recording.

● During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.

Self Recording

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Time Code

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌 pg. 58 –

61), 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” (墌 pg. 19) in the following cases;

● When shooting again after playing back a

recorded tape.

● When power shuts off during shooting.

● When a tape is removed and re-inserted during

shooting.

● When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

● When shooting on a blank portion located

partway through the tape.

● When shooting again after shooting a scene then

opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Display

12:34:24

Frames are not displayed during recording.

Minutes Seconds

Frames (30 frames = 1 second)

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

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

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

NOTES:

● The time code cannot be reset.

● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time

code indication does not move smoothly.

● The time code is displayed only when “TIME

CODE” is set to “ON”. (墌 pg. 38)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code

00:00:00

Tape

recorded scene

Shooting start

Proper recording

Time code

00:00:00

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Shooting start

Already

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Blank

Shooting stop

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New

scene

Shooting start

point

Time code 00:00:00

Newly recorded

Shooting start point

Time code 05:44:00

Latest scene

Shooting start point

scene

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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback

VOL. +/– Button

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Play/Pause Button (4/9)

Power Switch

Speaker

Stop Button (8)

1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 15) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 To start playback, press 4/9. 5 To stop playback, press 8.

● During Stop mode, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left (3) to rewind, or to the right (5) to fast-forward the tape.

NOTES:

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

• No picture during playback.

• Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, 墌 pg. 71.

● 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 “P”.

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

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

Lock Button

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring

(3/5)

MENU Button

SET/SELECT Button

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

• When power is supplied from a battery: the “ ” battery indicator is displayed. (墌 pg. 80)

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

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

To control the speaker volume…

Press VOL. + to turn up the volume, or VOL. – to turn down the volume.

Still Playback

Pauses during video playback.

1) Press 4/9 during playback.

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

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

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

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Shuttle Search

Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback.

1) During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) for forward search, or to the left (3) for reverse search.

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

● During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) or to the left (3) and hold it. The search continues as long as you hold the ring. Once you release the ring, normal playback resumes.

● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

TTENTION:

During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

Blank Search

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

1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 15) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Press MENU. The

Menu Screen appears.

5 Press + or – to select

“t”, and press SET/ SELECT. The VIDEO

Menu appears.

6 Press + or – to select

“BLANK SRCH”, and press SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.

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“EXECUTE”, and press SET/SELECT.

● The “BLANK SEARCH”

BLANK SEARCH

PUSH "STOP" BUTON

TO CANCEL

indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion.

● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8.

NOTES:

● In step 7, if the current position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

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

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

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

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

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

Available only with the remote control (provided). (墌 pg. 55)

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

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VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)

Connections To A TV Or VCR

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

To S/AV connector

Connector Cover****

BC D E

A Not connected B Black to S-VIDEO IN* C Yellow to VIDEO IN** D White to AUDIO L IN***

E Red to AUDIO R IN***

* Connect when your TV/VCR has S-VIDEO IN

and A/V input connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.

** Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input

connectors. *** Not required for watching still images only. **** When connecting the cable, open the cover.

1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown

in the illustration.

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

3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the

TV to its VIDEO mode.

S/AV/Editing cable (provided)

VCR

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

● Date/Time Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. (墌 pg. 31, 41) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.

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

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

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg. 11)

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

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

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

● While the S/AV/Editing cable is connected to the S/AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

● How to connect the S/AV/Editing cable...

•Insert the cable straight into the S/AV connector.

•To disconnect the S/AV/Editing cable, pull the cable straight out.

To S/AV connector

S/AV/Editing cable (provided)

D.S.C. RECORDING

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Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot)

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

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:

● Power (墌 pg. 10)

● Loading A Memory Card (墌 pg. 16)

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

SNAPSHOT Button

1 Slide down the lens cover. 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

5 Press SNAPSHOT. The “O” indication

appears while the snapshot is being taken.

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

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

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

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

Snapshot mode with no frame

1024

A Image Size (墌 pg. 39, 78) B Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 78) C Card Icon (墌 pg. 78) D Picture Quality (墌 pg. 39, 78) E Remaining Number Of Shots (墌 pg. 78)

NOTES:

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

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

● If Program AE with special effects (墌 pg. 33) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.

● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.

● The Motor Drive mode (墌 pg. 42) is disabled when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.

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

● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF.

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK

There is the sound of a shutter closing.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Normal Playback Of Images

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

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Play/Pause Button (4/9)

Power Switch

Lock Button

Stop Button (8)

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring (3/5)

INFO Button

SET/SELECT Button

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

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

墌 pg. 25) or the digital sound playback (SOUND, 墌 pg. 25) screen appears, press SET/ SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6 Press + or – to select “IMAGE”, and press SET/

SELECT. The image playback screen (IMAGE)

appears.

7 Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left

(3) to display the previous file. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) to display the next file.

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

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

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

NOTES:

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

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

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

Playback Zoom

Available only with the remote control (provided). (墌 pg. 55)

Auto Playback Of Images

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

1 Perform steps 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of

Images”.

2 Press 4/9 to start Auto Playback.

● If you turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left (3) during Auto Playback, files are displayed in descending order.

● If you turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order.

3 To end Auto Playback, press 8.

[For Normal Playback] To display the next image

Image playback screen (IMAGE)

To display the previous image

[For Auto Playback]

100-0013

100-0014

100-0015

100-0016

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Playback Of Video Clips

You can view video clips (墌 pg. 48) stored in the memory card.

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

5 If the image playback (IMAGE) or the digital

sound playback (SOUND) screen appears, press SET/SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6 Press + or – to select

“E-MAIL CLIP”, and press SET/SELECT. The video clip playback screen (E-MAIL CLIP) appears.

7 Turn the SHUTTLE

SEARCH Ring to the left

(3) to select the previous file. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) to select the next file.

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

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

8 To start playback, press 4/9. 9 To stop playback, press 8.

E-MAIL CLIP

Playback Of Digital Sound Effects

12 sound effects are pre-stored in the provided memory card. You can listen to the sound effects stored in the memory card. The sound effects can be also dubbed onto a tape. (墌 pg. 46)

EXPLOSION Explosion SIREN Siren LAUGHTER Laughter RACE CAR Racing car DOOR BELL Door bell BUZZER Buzzer FANFARE Fanfare APPLAUSE Applause CHEERS Cheers BOING Booing SCREAM Scream JEERS Jeers

1 Load the provided memory card. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

5 If the image playback (IMAGE) or the video clip

playback (E-MAIL CLIP) screen appears, press SET/SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6 Press + or – to select

“SOUND”, and press SET/ SELECT. The digital sound

playback screen (SOUND) appears.

7 To play back the sound

effect, press 4/9.

● All the sounds are played back in ascending order.

NOTES:

● In the digital sound playback screen,

• Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left (3) to select the previous file. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) to select the next file.

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

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

SOUND

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

Index Playback Of Files

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

1 For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6

in “Normal Playback Of Images” (墌 pg. 24).

For Index Playback of video clip files, perform 1 – 6 in “Playback Of Video Clips” (墌 pg. 25).

For Index Playback of sound files, perform 1 – 6

in “Playback Of Digital Sound Effects” (墌 pg. 25).

2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen of the selected

type of file appears.

Selected file

Index number

Index Screen

8 9

3 Press + or – to move the frame to the desired file.

● Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left (3) to display the previous page. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (5) to display the next page.

4 Press SET/SELECT. The selected file is displayed.

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

Viewing File Information

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

FOLDER : Folder name (墌 pg. 29) FILE : File name (墌 pg. 29) DATE : Date the file was made SIZE : Image size (IMAGE/E-MAIL CLIP

QUALITY : Picture quality (IMAGE only) TIME : Playback time (E-MAIL CLIP/SOUND

PROTECT : When set to “ON”, the file is

only)

protected from accidental erasure. (墌 pg. 27)

OCT 0

Information Screen

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

NOTE:

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

Removing On-Screen Display

1 Perform steps 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of

Images” (墌 pg. 24).

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press + or – to select “DISPLAY”, and press SET/

SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.

4 Press + or – to select “OFF”, and press SET/

SELECT. The operation mode indicator, folder/file

number and battery indicator ( ) disappear.

● To display the indicators again, select “ON”.

Operation mode indicator

Folder/file number

100-0013

DISPLAYM E NU

OFF

RETURN

Battery indicator

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Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring (3/5)

SET/SELECT Button

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

If you want to select another type of file, go to step 5. If not, go to step 7.

5 Press SET/SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen

appears.

6 Press + or – to select the desired type of file, and

press SET/SELECT.

7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 8 Press + or – to select

“PROTECT”, and press SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.

MENU Button

+, – Button

PROTECT

DELE TE DPOF NO . RESE T FORMAT DISPLAY END

To protect the currently displayed file

9 Press + or – to select

“CURRENT”, and press SET/SELECT. The PROTECT screen appears.

10 Turn the SHUTTLE

SEARCH Ring to the left

(3) or to the right (5) to select the desired file.

11 Press + or – to select

“EXECUTE”, and press SET/SELECT.

● To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.

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

To protect all files stored in the memory card

CUR

PROTECTM E NURENT

PROT.ALL CANC.ALL

RETURN

ROT ECTP

PROTECTED

RETURN

9 Press + or – to select “PROT.ALL”, and press SET/

SELECT. The PROTECT screen appears.

10 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press

SET/SELECT.

● To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.

NOTES:

● If the “ ” mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected.

● When the memory card is initialized or corrupted, even protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.

To Remove Protection

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 8 in “Protecting Files” in the left column.

To remove protection from the currently displayed file

9 Press + or – to select “CURRENT”, and press SET/

SELECT. The PROTECT screen appears.

10 Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left

(3) or to the right (5) to select the desired file.

11 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press

SET/SELECT.

● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

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

remove protection.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card

9 Press + or – to select “CANC.ALL”, and press

SET/SELECT. The PROTECT screen appears.

10 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press

SET/SELECT.

● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring (3/5)

SET/SELECT

Button

MENU Button

+, – Button

7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 8 Press + or – to select “DELETE”, and press SET/

SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.

To delete the currently displayed file

9 Press + or – to select

“CURRENT”, and press SET/SELECT. The DELETE screen appears.

DELE TE M E NURENT

CUR

ALL

RET URN

10 Turn the SHUTTLE

SEARCH Ring to the left

(3) or to the right (5) to select the desired file.

11 Press + or – to select

“EXECUTE”, and press SET/SELECT.

● To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.

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

NOTE:

If the “ ” mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be deleted.

ELETED

DELE TE?

EXECUTE

RETURN

To delete all files stored in the memory card

9 Press + or – to select “ALL”, and press SET/

SELECT. The DELETE screen appears.

10 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press

SET/SELECT.

● To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.

NOTES:

● Protected files (墌 pg. 27) cannot be deleted. To delete them, remove protection first.

● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check files before deleting.

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

If you want to select another type of file, go to step 5. If not, go to step 7.

5 Press SET/SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen

appears.

6 Press + or – to select the desired type of file, and

press SET/SELECT.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it. (墌 pg. 30)

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Resetting The File Name Setting Print Information (DPOF

By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. (Available only for Image and video clip files.)

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

5 If the digital sound playback (SOUND,

(墌 pg. 25)) screen appears, press SET/SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6 Press + or – to select the desired type of file

(IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP), and press SET/SELECT. The image or video clip playback screen (IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP) appears.

7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 8 Press + or – to select “NO. RESET”, and press

SET/SELECT. The NO. RESET screen appears.

9 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET/

SELECT. The new folder (such as “101JVCGR”)

will be made and the file made of the next shot starts from DVC00001.

Folder and File names

Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using a number which is larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are in use. Even if you delete an image or video clip file with a number in the middle of range, the number will not be used for a new shot; a gap will remain in the numerical sequence. If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder (such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001.

Setting)

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing. You can select one of the 2 print information settings for images stored in the memory card: “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” or “To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints”.

NOTES:

● If you load a memory card already set as shown below in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of the selected still images automatically.

● To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a memory card. (墌 pg. 53)

To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)

Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16)

2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

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

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

墌 pg. 25) or the digital sound playback (SOUND, 墌 pg. 25) screen appears, press SET/ SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

6 Press + or – to select “IMAGE”, and press SET/

SELECT. The image playback screen (IMAGE)

appears.

7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 8 Press + or – to select

“DPOF”, and press SET/ SELECT. The Sub Menu

appears.

9 Press + or – to select

“ALL 1”, and press SET/ SELECT. The DPOF screen

appears.

10 Press + or – to select

“EXECUTE”, and press SET/SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.

● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

DPOF M E NURENT

CUR ALL 1 RESET RETURN

DPOF

ALL1 ?

EXECUTE

RETURN

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints

Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images

(One Print For Each)” (墌 pg. 29).

2 Press + or – to select

“CURRENT”, and press

DPOF

SET/SELECT. The DPOF screen appears.

3 Turn the SHUTTLE

SHEETS

RETURN

SEARCH Ring to the left (3) or to the right (5) to select the desired file.

4 Press + or – to select the number indication (00),

and press SET/SELECT.

5 Select the number of prints

by pressing + to increase

DPOF

the number, or – to decrease the number, and press SET/SELECT.

SHEETS

● Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of prints.

● The number of prints can be set up to 15.

● To correct the number of prints, select the

image again and change the number.

6 Press + or – to select

“RETURN”, and press SET/ SELECT. The “SAVE?”

appears.

● If you did not change any settings in step 3

DPOF

SAVE?

EXECUTE

CANCEL

through 5, the Menu Screen reappears.

7 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” to save the

setting you have just made, and press SET/ SELECT.

● To cancel selection, select “CANCEL”.

Initializing A Memory Card

You can initialize a memory card anytime. After initializing, all files and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

3 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

4 Press MENU. The Menu

Screen appears.

5 Press + or – to select

“FORMAT”, and press SET/SELECT. The FORMAT screen appears.

6 Press + or – to select

“EXECUTE”, and press SET/SELECT. The memory card is initialized.

● When initialization is finished, “NO IMAGES STORED”, “NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED” or “NO SOUND STORED” appears.

● To cancel initialization, select “RETURN”.

CAUTION:

Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. If the memory card becomes corrupted initialize it.

PROTECT DELE TE DPOF

NO . RESE T

FORMAT

DISPLAY END

ORMATF

ERASE A LL

EXECUTE

RETURN

DATA ?EXI ST ING

To Reset The Number Of Prints

Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” (墌 pg. 29).

2 Press + or – to select “RESET”, and press SET/

SELECT. The DPOF screen appears.

3 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET/

SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.

● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

● The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still

images.

CAUTION:

While performing the above, never disconnect power, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted.

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