JVC GR-DVX70 User Manual
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVX70
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INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0412-001A
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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 and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (Z pg. 6, 7).
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 99 – 106) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe
use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 107 and 108 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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 or
incinerate.
Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic
(Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use
of another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
n Dispose of used battery promptly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
NOTES:
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The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
Docking Station is on its bottom.
CAUTIONS:
n If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger,
shut it down and unplug it immediately.
Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/
charger under these conditions could lead to
fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer.
Do not attempt to repair the malfunction
yourself.
n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
n When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from AC outlet.
This camcorder is designed to be used with PALtype colour television signals. It cannot be used
for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and LCD
monitor/ viewfinder playback are possible
anywhere. Use the BN-V507U/V514U battery
packs and, to recharge them, the provided multivoltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different designs of
AC outlets in different countries.)
This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.
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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 Docking Station with cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, Editing, DC,
etc.) connected, then leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will
cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
n This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette and MultiMediaCard. Only
cassettes marked “
” and memory cards marked “ ” 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
.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use
without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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•Docking Station CU-V501E •AC Power Adapter/Charger
•Battery Pack BN-V507U •DC Cord •CD-ROM
•Lithium Battery CR2025
(for remote control unit)
AA-V50A or AA-V50SH
•MultiMediaCard
•JLIP Cable
•Remote Control Unit
The CD ROM contains the
following 7 software
programmes:
• JLIP Video Capture
• JLIP Video Producer
• Picture Navigator (for Windows
• Picture Navigator (for Macintosh
Presto!
• Mr. Photo
• PhotoAlbum
• ImageFolio
RM-V713U
•Cleaning Cloth•PC Connection Cable
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•Audio/Video (A/V) Cable
[mini-plug to RCA plug]
•S-Video Cable
•Audio/Video (A/V) Cable
[RCA plug to RCA plug]
•Editing Cable
•Core Filter x 3 (for optional
DV cable, headphones and
microphone)
ABOUT DV
The digital camcorder converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording.
A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and colour signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are
identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analogue to Digital) converter
samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 6.75 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.
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VIDEO
Lens
Chrominance (C)
AUDIO
Mic
This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape.
Head tracking
direction
Luminance Signal (Y)
Colour Difference
Signal (R-Y/B-Y)
Chromatic
Analysis
conversion
conversion
conversion
12 tracks/frame
A/D
A/D
A/D
Tape direction
Sub-Code Area
Video Area
Signal
compression
Audio Area
ITI Area
Recording by
rotating head
helical scan
5.24 mm
6.35 mm
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.
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.
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CONTENTS
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
ABOUT DV
GETTING STARTED
Power............................................................................................................ 8
Grip Adjustment ..............................................................................................10
Viewfinder Adjustment ..................................................................................... 10
Date/Time Settings.......................................................................................... 11
Loading/Unloading A Cassette............................................................................. 12
Recording Mode Setting..................................................................................... 13
Loading A MultiMediaCard ................................................................................. 14
Unloading A MultiMediaCard ............................................................................... 14
Picture Quality Mode Setting .............................................................................. 15
Tripod Mounting .............................................................................................. 16
Operation Mode .............................................................................................. 17
RECORDING
Basic Recording For Video .................................................................................. 18
Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.)........................................................ 22
Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C...................................................................... 24
Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C.................................................................. 26
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PLAYBACK
Basic Playback For Video ................................................................................... 52
Advanced Features For Video .............................................................................. 54
Basic Playback For D.S.C. ................................................................................... 56
Advanced Features For D.S.C. .............................................................................. 57
Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C.................................................................. 68
Basic Connections ............................................................................................ 70
Advanced Connections .......................................................................................72
52 – 73
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DUBBING
Dubbing Images/Sounds Recorded On A Tape To Another Tape ....................................... 74
Digital Dubbing Of Recorded Images/Sounds Between Tapes ........................................ 75
Dubbing Images Stored In A MultiMediaCard To A Tape ............................................... 76
Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard ........................................... 77
Copying Images Using Infrared Communication [IrTran-P]............................................. 78
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Random Assemble Editing .................................................................................. 84
For More Accurate Editing .................................................................................. 88
Audio Dubbing ................................................................................................ 90
74 – 79
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Initializing A MultiMediaCard .............................................................................. 91
TROUBLESHOOTING
92 – 97
USER MAINTENANCE
INDEX
Docking Station............................................................................................... 99
Controls, Connectors And Indicators .................................................................... 100
Indications................................................................................................... 102
Term s ........................................................................................................ 106
99 – 106
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CAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
107 – 108
109 – 110
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Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets
you choose the most appropriate source of power.
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No function is available without power supply.
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Use only specified power supply.
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Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V50A or
AA-V50SH
Charger
indicator 1
Power cord
Power lamp
Charger indicator 2
Battery pack
BN-V507U or
BN-V514U
1
DC OUT terminal
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER
1
Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from the
AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Plug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord into an AC
outlet. The power lamp comes on.
ATTACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
2
Attach the battery pack while making sure its terminal
side 1 is in contact with the indicator side of the battery
pack mount on the AC Power Adapter/Charger.
• The Charger Indicator (1 or 2) begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
CONFIRM STATUS
3
When the charger indicator stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished.
• If two batteries are attached to the charger, they will be
charged in the order that they were attached.
DETACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
4
Slide the battery or batteries in the opposite direction of
the arrow and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC
Adapter/Charger’s power cord from an AC outlet.
Charging time
Battery pack
BN-V507U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs.
BN-V514U
(optional)
GETTING STARTED
ONE TWO
approx. 3 hrs. approx. 6 hrs.
NOTES:
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Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 30°C. 20° to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging.
If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
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Charging times noted above are for fully discharged battery pack.
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Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
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To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
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If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and
charging stops.
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Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in
well-ventilated areas.
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When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the charger indicator may not light. In this
case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
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If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs
to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or
expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire
or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come
in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and
possibly start a fire.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder
temperatures.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power
capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures
(below 10° C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may
cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in
your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time,
then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack
itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does
not come in direct contact with it.)
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BATT. RELEASE
Switch
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
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USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1
Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into the
battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2 of
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it
locks into place as shown in the illustration.
•
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position,
a malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... while sliding down BATT. RELEASE, detach it.
NOTES:
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Continuous shooting is possible when the temperature is
approx. 20˚C.
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However, continuous shooting capability is reduced
significantly under the following conditions:
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The temperature is below 10˚C.
•
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
•
The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
Approximate recording time
Battery pack
BN-V507U 55 min. 65 min.
BN-V514U 115 min. 130 min.
BN-V856U 7 hrs. 30 min. 8 hrs. 30 min.
LCD monitor on/ LCD monitor off/
Viewfinder off Viewfinder on
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V50A or
AA-V50SH
To battery
pack mount
Power cord
To DC OUT
terminal
DC cord
INFORMATION:
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery
pack and AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Also read thoroughly the VU-V856KIT's instruction
manuals.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack
using the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the
optional AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
NOTES:
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The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
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For other notes, Z pg. 8.
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START/STOP Button
GETTING STARTED
Grip Adjustment
(cont.)
Power Zoom Lever
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EXPAND LOOP
1
Separate the Velcro strip.
INSERT HAND
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
3
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate START/STOP and Power Zoom Lever.
Refasten the Velcro strip.
NOTE:
When carrying the camcorder inside a bag, etc., the grip
belt’s metal buckle may damage the camcorder. It is
recommended that you place it inside the Velcro strip.
Viewfinder Adjustment
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while
pressing down the Lock Button .
POSITION VIEWFINDER
2
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is
turned on.
PAUSE
Lock Button
1
Set to “
or “5S”.
ADJUST DIOPTRE
3
Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
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TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
OFF
AUTO
FLASH
GAIN UP AGC
SELF-TIMER
Operation Switch
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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).
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the
Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” (or “ ”) while
pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is
turned on.
Lock Button
Power lamp
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MENU/SET Dial Power Switch
Display
Recording Menu
TO MODE MENU
Mode Menu
DATE/TIME
INDICATION ON
ON SCREEN OFF
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DATE / TIME
RETURN
ONDISPLAY
1 . 1 . 00
Date/Time Menu
00 : 00
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS MODE MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu
appears.
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
4
Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”
by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Date/Time
Menu appears.
INPUT DATE AND TIME
5
Move the highlight bar to “DATE/TIME” by rotating
MENU/SET. Press it and “day” is highlighted and
begins blinking.
Rotating MENU/SET, input the day. Press it. Repeat the
procedure to input the month, year, hour and minute.
•Press MENU/SET twice when the highlight bar is set
to “RETURN” to exit.
Regarding 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 to the camcorder, the
clock’s rechargeable 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
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.
It is also possible to use the camcorder without the date/
time setting.
NOTE:
Even if you select “DATE/TIME”, if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder's internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you
finish setting the minute and press MENU/SET, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you
just set.
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Cassette holder
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.
Make sure the
window side is
facing out.
PUSH HERE
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Erase protection
switch*
*
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.
Cassette cover
OPEN CASSETTE COVER
1
Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then
swing the cover open until it locks. The holder opens
automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
INSERT/REMOVE TAPE
2
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.
CLOSE CASSETTE COVER
3
Close the cassette cover firmly until it locks into
place.
Approximate recording time
Tape
DVM-30 30 min. 45 min.
DVM-60 60 min. 90 min.
Recording mode
SP LP
NOTES:
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It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
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If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette cover and try again. If the
cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
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If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later,
insert it again.
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When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before
opening the cover.
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Closing the cassette cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.
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Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is
closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on
before loading or unloading.
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When resuming recording, once you open the cassette cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or
a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came
out or not. See page 25 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
Operation Switch
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Lock Button
Power lamp
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Display
FOCUS
EXPOSURE AUTO
W. BALANCE
FADER
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P. AE
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FLASH ADJ.
TO MODE MENU
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END
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REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
ZOOM
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SELF-TIMER
FLASH
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
AUTO
AUTO
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OFF
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Mode Menu
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Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode according to your preference.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the Power
Switch to “ ” or “5S” while pressing down the
Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out
the viewfinder fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is
turned on.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS MODE MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu
appears.
SET RECORDING MODE
4
First move the highlight bar to “REC MODE” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the parameter “SP”
or “LP” is highlighted. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating
MENU/SET. Press it twice to exit from the Recording
Menu.
•Audio Dubbing is impossible on a tape recorded in
the LP mode.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
NOTES:
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If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
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It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode
on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
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During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be
momentary pauses in the sound.
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REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
SELF-TIMER
FLASH
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
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AGC
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Recording mode
indicator
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Card Cover
Terminal
MultiMediaCard
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Loading A MultiMediaCard
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS
1
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
OPEN THE CARD COVER
2
INSERT THE MULTIMEDIACARD
3
Insert the MultiMediaCard terminal end first with the
label facing up (see the illustration on the left).
•Do not touch the terminal.
CLOSE THE CARD COVER
4
•If the card is not installed properly, the card cover
cannot be closed.
NOTES:
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Be sure to use only MultiMediaCards marked
“ ”.
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Some brands of MultiMediaCards are not compatible with
this camcorder. Before purchasing a MultiMediaCard,
consult its manufacturer or dealer.
Unloading A MultiMediaCard
The MultiMediaCard retains images in its memory even
after it has been removed from the camcorder.
EJECT
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS
1
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
OPEN THE CARD COVER
2
REMOVE THE MULTIMEDIACARD
3
Press EJECT. The MultiMediaCard is disengaged from
the camcorder.
CLOSE THE CARD COVER
4
ATTENTION:
Do not insert/remove the MultiMediaCard while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
MultiMediaCard to be corrupted or cause the
camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or
not the card is installed.
Operation Switch
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Lock Button
Power lamp
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FOCUS
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FLASH ADJ.
TO MODE MENU
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QUALITY
ZOOM
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SELF-TIMER
FLASH
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
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Mode Menu
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Picture Quality Mode Setting
The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match
your needs. Three Picture Quality modes are available:
FINE, STANDARD and ECONOMY (in order of quality).
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the Power
Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button.
Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS MODE MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu
appears.
SET PICTURE QUALITY MODE
4
First, move the highlight bar to “QUALITY” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the parameter
“FINE”, “STANDARD” or “ECONOMY” is highlighted. Select “FINE”, “STANDARD” or
“ECONOMY” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it twice
to exit the Recording Menu.
NOTE:
The number of storable images depends on the selected
Picture Quality mode as well as the size of the images.
Picture Quality Mode
FINE
STANDARD
ECONOMY
Number of Storable Images
(with provided MultiMediaCard)
Approximately 30
Approximately 50
Approximately 100
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TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
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GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
1
Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s
mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.
To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”,
then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the
LCD monitor. When setting the Power Switch,
press and hold the Lock Button.
Lock Button
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According to the Operation Switch position
you have selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL”
appears in the upper left corner.
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PAUSE
MANUAL
PAUSE
When set to “ ”
When set to “
(When the Power
Switch is set to “5S”,
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Operation Mode
Turning the Power Switch and Operation Switch allows
you to choose the appropriate operation mode among the
following table:
Power Switch/
Operation Function
Switch Position
Suitable for standard recording on
a tape.
5 second
recording
mode:
5S
Digital
Still
Camera:
Power Switch Position
OFF
Full Auto:
Manual:
Operation Switch Position
Allows you to record on a tape in
5-second clips to keep the action
moving.
Enables shooting in Manual
mode. However, Focus and
Exposure are the same as in the
Full Auto mode, and it is not
possible to change menu settings
using the MENU/SET Dial.
Suitable for standard recording in
the MultiMediaCard.
Allows you to play back a
recording on the tape or to
transfer a still image recorded on
the tape or in the MultiMediaCard
to a computer.
Allows you to display an image
stored in the MultiMediaCard.
Allows you to switch off the
camcorder. After setting to this
position, Manual Focus and
Exposure Control are automatically reset to “AUTO”.
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.
If the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
“ ”, these indications do not appear.
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Operation Switch
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RECORDING
Basic Recording For Video
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
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Power (Z pg. 8)
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Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 10)
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Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 10)
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Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 13)
START/STOP
Button
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Tally lamp
(lights while
recording is
in progress)
Lock Button
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Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then
swing the cover open until it locks. The holder opens
automatically.
Insert 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.
Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE
2
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Set
the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set the
Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button. Pull out the viewfinder fully.
•The lens cover opens, the power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you are aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Press START/STOP.
•“ ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is
in progress.
START/STOP Button
Tape remaining time indicator
25 min
min
(Now calculating)
90 min
89 min
3 min
2 min
(Blinking)
1 min
(Blinking)
0 min
(Blinking)
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STOP RECORDING
4
Press START/STOP again to stop recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
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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. However, during Interface Shooting (Z pg. 21)
the image appears simultaneously in the LCD monitor
and the viewfinder.
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The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
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There may be a delay after you open the cassette cover
until the holder opens. Do not use force.
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The indicated tape remaining time is approximate.
●
The time required to calculate and to display the
remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.
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“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and
the power goes off automatically if left in this condition
for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette
whose tape is already at its end is loaded.
●
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.
●
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 that there are no gaps by following
“Recording from the middle of a tape” (Z pg. 25).
●
During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. If
you want to hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the headphones connector. The sound
volume at this point is the same as the level it was
adjusted during playback.
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To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to
pgs. 34 – 39.
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Operation Switch
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Lock Button
Power Switch
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Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor
Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 18).
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
2
Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Set the
Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set the
Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button.
Open the LCD monitor fully.
•The lens cover opens, the power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you are aimed at appears in the LCD
monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed
upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
viewability (Z pg. 21) and press START/STOP.
•“ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording
is in progress.
STOP RECORDING
4
Press START/STOP again to stop recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
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When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this
happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder
(Z pg. 18).
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To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to
pgs. 34 – 39.
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For other notes, refer to pg. 19.
Basic Recording For Video (cont.)
Tally lamp
(lights while
recording is
in progress)
Self-Recording
EN21
Journalistic Shooting
In some situations different angles of shooting may be
required for more dramatic results.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
1
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.
TILT LCD MONITOR
2
Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction.
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°:
90° downward, 180° upward).
Interface Shooting
A 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.
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD
1
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180
degrees so that it faces forward.
•The monitor image is inverted vertically. If the
viewfinder is pulled out at that time, it will also
switch on.
START RECORDING
2
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording.
•During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running”
indicator and warning indications (Z pg. 102 –
105) 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)
BRIGHT
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Dial
Brightness Control
You can adjust the brightness of the display by rotating
MENU/SET.
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
1
Rotate MENU/SET until the brightness indicator moves
and the display reaches its appropriate brightness.
•The brightness indication appears on the display.
•If the viewfinder is pulled out, it is also possible to
adjust its brightness.
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RECORDING
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PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button
Power lamp
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SNAPSHOT
MODE Button
Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.)
Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera
(D.S.C.) for taking snapshots. Still images shot in the D.S.C.
mode (when the Power Switch is set to “ ”) are
recorded in the MultiMediaCard.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If you haven’t, do so before continuing.
• Power (Z pg. 8)
• Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 10)
• Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 10)
• Loading A MultiMediaCard (Z pg. 14)
• Picture Quality Mode Setting (Z pg. 15)
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set
the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out
the viewfinder fully.
SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE
2
Choose the appropriate mode from among the 5
snapshot modes available (Z pg. 23) by pressing
SNAPSHOT MODE.
Press SNAPSHOT MODE as many times as necessary
until the desired snapshot mode indicator is displayed.
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
TAKE SNAPSHOT
1
Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT). The image is recorded
in the MultiMediaCard.
•When the “ ” flash ready indicator is displayed,
the flash fires.
Display
STANDARD
FULL
Snapshot mode
Picture Quality mode
Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 3 modes available:
FINE, STANDARD and ECONOMY (in order of quality).
PHOTO
Number of shots taken
Displays the number of images that have already been shot.
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Total number of shots
Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored, including those already
taken. The number increases or decreases depending on the shots stored, the Picture Quality
mode, etc.
Card icon
Appears when a MultiMediaCard is loaded.
Blinks when a MultiMediaCard is not loaded.
Shooting icon
Appears and blinks during shooting.
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During snapshot
MSTANDARD
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode*
FRAME
Snapshot mode
with frame*
FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame*
MULTI-4
Multi-Analyser 4
EN23
To Record An Image With A Title/Frame . . .
.... refer to “Superimposing A Title/Frame” (Z pg. 69).
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .
.... when you don’t want to hear the shutter sound, set
BEEP/TALLY to “OFF” in the System Menu
(Z pg. 34 – 39). The sound is no longer hard from the
speaker.
NOTES:
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Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot
recording will be performed in the FULL mode during
Digital Zoom. However, the flash will not fire.
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If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks
when PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) is pressed.
●
Even if Programme AE with special effects (Z pg. 44,
45) is engaged, certain modes of Programme 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 “ ” and power is supplied
from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, close the
LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the viewfinder,
push back it in and pull it out again.
●
Motor Drive Mode (Z pg. 30) is disabled when the
Power Switch is set to “ ”.
●
To reduce the Red-Eye effect of the subject’s eyes when
the flash fires, Z pg. 32.
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When a cable or headphone set is connected to the AV
OUT connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the
speaker.
MULTI-9
Multi-Analyser 9
*:There is the sound of a shutter closing.
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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
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Digital zoom zone
10X (optical)
zoom zone
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1X
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10X
20X
W
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
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10X
W
Approximate zoom ratio
Power Zoom Lever
RECORDING
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40X
W
Zoom display
Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C.
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
n The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
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Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(Z pg. 47), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
●
In Full Auto mode (when the Operation Switch is
set to “ ”), zoom magnification of up to 40X is
possible. In Manual mode (when the Operation
Switch is set to “ ”), zooming is possible to a
maximum of 200X or can be switched to 10X
magnification offered by optical zoom.
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Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
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During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
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Digital zoom cannot be used while functions done
through Digital image processing (Picture Wipe/
Dissolve function, Z pg. 42, Video Echo,
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Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is
set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in
the System Menu on page 39.
Zooming
pg. 45, etc.) are activated.
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NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded
scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 84 – 89), 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” (see below) 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.
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Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback
mode (Z pg. 53).
2. Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set the Power Switch to “ ” or “5S” while
pressing down the Lock Button and start recording.
NOTES:
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The Time Code cannot be reset.
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During fast-forwarding and rewinding, time code indication does not move smoothly.
Display
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Time code is displayed
during playback.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames
(25 frames = 1 second)
When blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Time code
05:43:21
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
00:00:00
Shooting start pointShooting stop point
Time code
05:44:00
Shooting start pointShooting start point
Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene
Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene
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OFF
FLASH ADJ.
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Operation Switch
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Display
TO MODE MENU
RECORDING
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Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C.
Displaying The Date And Time During
RECORDING
Advanced Features
Recording
When the Operation Switch is set to “ ”, you can choose
whether to display the date and time during recording or
not. You must first set the date and time (“Date/Time
Settings”, Z pg. 11). Set “DISPLAY” to “ON” in the Date/
Time Menu. The Date/Time is always displayed when the
Operaton Switch is set to “ ”.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the
Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS MODE MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu
appears.
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
4
Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”
by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Date/Time
Menu appears.
SELECT FUNCTION
5
Move the highlight bar to “DISPLAY” by rotating
MENU/SET, then press it.
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
6
Cycle through the available settings of the selected
functions by rotating MENU/SET and stop when the
one you want is displayed. Then press it and the
highlight bar automatically moves to “RETURN”.
INDICATION ON
ON SCREEN OFF
DATE / TIME
4
RETURN
DATE/TIME
ONDISPLAY
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Date/Time Menu
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
7
Press MENU/SET twice. Selection is complete and the
menu disappears.
NOTES:
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Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON SCREEN”
to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The display appears on
the connected TV .
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Even if “ON SCREEN” is set to “ON”, the indications are
removed from the TV if “INDICATION” is set to “OFF”
(Z pg. 27).
OFF
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P. AE
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TO SYSTEM MENU
END
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
You can make the LCD monitor/Viewfinder indications
appear/disappear.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the
Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS MODE MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu
appears.
Power lamp
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Mode Menu
DATE/TIME
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DATE / TIME
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ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
4
Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”
by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Date/Time
Menu appears.
SELECT FUNCTION
5
Move the highlight bar to “INDICATION” by rotating
MENU/SET, then press it.
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
6
Cycle through the available settings of the selected
functions by rotating MENU/SET and stop when the
one you want is displayed.
OFF: To make the indications disappear.
ON: To make the indications appear.
Then press it and the highlight bar automatically
moves to “RETURN”.
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
7
Press MENU/SET twice. Selection is complete and the
menu disappears.
NOTES:
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It is impossible to make the tape running indicator
“
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” and warnings etc. disappear from the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder. For the indications that can
be removed, Z pg. 102, 103.
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If “INDICATION” is set in the Date/Time Menu,
“INDICATION” in the Playback Menu will also be set to
the same setting (Z pg. 55).
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PHOTO (SNAPSHOT)
Button
Display
MANUAL
5S MODE
MANUAL
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RECORDING
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Scene (5-second recording)
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips
to keep the action moving. This function is available only
for video recording.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”, then set
the Power Switch to “5S” while pressing down the
Lock Button. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the
LCD monitor fully.
•“5S MODE” appears.
ENGAGE 5S MODE
2
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 START/STOP again within 5 seconds
after recording starts, Record-Standby mode is not
engaged.
•If you press and hold START/STOP, recording
continues until START/STOP is released.
END 5S MODE
3
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “OFF”.
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing START/STOP in step 2, press
SNAPSHOT MODE as many times as necessary until
the desired snapshot indicator is displayed, then press
PHOTO (SNAPSHOT). The camcorder records a 5second still (Z pg. 30). When “SCENE” is set to
“ANIM.” (Z pg. 34 – 39) this function is not
available.
NOTES:
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When “SCENE” is set to “ANIM.” in the System Menu,
the 5-second recording mode is not available. Animation recording of a 1/3-second clip is taken instead
(Z pg. 34 – 39).
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While the 5-second recording mode is activated, Fade/
Wipe effects (Z pg. 43) and Programme AE with
special effects (Z pg. 45) cannot be performed.
However, when “SCENE” is set to “5SD” in the System
Menu (Z pg. 39), the Dissolve function is available (see
below).
Dissolves during 5 second recording mode
Set “SCENE” to “5SD” in the System Menu (Z pg. 34 –
39). “5SD MODE” appears in step 1. Record one 5-second
clip, and the image at the end of the clip is stored. If you
record the next clip within 5 minutes, the previous scene
dissolves as the new scene appears.
•If you turn the power off, the stored image will be lost.
Dissolves during 5 second recording mode
OFF
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Self-Timer
Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can
become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding
the final touch to a memorable picture.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the
Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” (or “5S”) while
pressing down the Lock Button. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180
degrees so that it faces forward and view yourself
while self-recording with the viewfinder pushed
back.
MENU/SET Dial
Display
TO MODE MENU
MANUAL
PAUSE
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Power Switch
Recording Menu
Mode Menu
– – –
Self-Timer
indication
A
5
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Power lamp
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS MODE MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by
rotating MENU/SET. Press it. The Mode Menu
appears.
SET SELF-TIMER
4
Move the highlight bar to “SELF-TIMER” by rotating
MENU/SET. Press it and the parameter is highlighted.
Rotate MENU/SET until “ON” appears. Press it twice
to exit from the Recording Menu.
ENGAGE SELF-TIMER MODE
5
Press START/STOP. After 15 seconds, the beep
sounds and video recording starts. To stop Self-Timer
recording, press START/STOP again. The camcorder
re-enters Record-Standby mode.
OR
Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT). After 15 seconds, the
beep sounds and snapshot recording starts. After that,
the camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
END SELF-TIMER RECORDING
6
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or set the Power
Switch to “OFF”. “SELF-TIMER” is automatically set
back to “OFF”.
When START/STOP or
PHOTO (SNAPSHOT)
is pressed, the tally
lamp changes as shown:
Begins blinking
(Self-Timer starts)
Blinks quickly
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(Self-Timer shooting
starts soon)
After approx. 15 sec.
Stops blinking
and stays on
(Self-Timer
4
shooting starts)
30 EN
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Operation Switch
RECORDING
Lock Button
PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button
Power lamp
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Power Switch
Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)
Snapshot (For Video Recording)
Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a
snapshot, or several of them in succession.
This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set
the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open
the LCD monitor fully.
SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE
2
Choose the appropriate mode from among the 5
Snapshot modes (Z pg. 31) by pressing SNAPSHOT
MODE.
Press SNAPSHOT MODE as many times as necessary
until the desired snapshot mode indicator is displayed.
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
TAKE SNAPSHOT
1
Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT).
If you press during Record-Standby . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
If you press during Recording . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the normal
recording resumes.
•When the “ ” flash ready indicator is displayed,
the flash fires.
FULL
PHOTO
SNAPSHOT MODE Button
Display
Snapshot mode
During snapshot
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) pressed provides an effect
similar to serial photography. (The interval between the
still images: approx. 1 second.) However, when “REC
SELECT” is set to “TAPE & CARD” in the System Menu (Z
pg. 39), the Motor Drive Mode does not take place.
To Remove The Shutter Sound. . .
.... when you don’t want to hear the shutter sound, set
BEEP/TALLY to “OFF” in the System Menu
(Z pg. 34 – 39). Though the sound is not heard from
the speaker, it is recorded on the tape.
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