JVC GR-DVX70 User Manual

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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

•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

)

•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

12 tracks/frame

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

8 – 17

18 – 51

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

80 – 90

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

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.

NOTES:

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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

DC OUT terminal

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER

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

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

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

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.)

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

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:

•

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

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

INSERT HAND

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

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

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

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

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Pull out the viewfinder fully.

•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is turned on.

PAUSE

Lock Button

Set to “ or “5S”.

ADJUST DIOPTRE

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

”

OFF

FLASH ADJ.

P. AE

/ EFFECT

END

– – – – –6– – – – –

TO DATE / TIME MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU END

OFF AUTO

FLASH

GAIN UP AGC SELF-TIMER

Operation Switch

A M

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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

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

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

Recording Menu

TO MODE MENU

Mode Menu

DATE/TIME

INDICATION ON ON SCREEN OFF

DATE / TIME

RETURN

ONDISPLAY

1 . 1 . 00

Date/Time Menu

00 : 00

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU

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

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

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

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

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

A M

Lock Button

Power lamp

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ.

TO MODE MENU

END

REC MODE

WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

AUTO AUTO

OFF OFF

SP 40X

ON AGC OFF AUTO

– – – – –6– – – – –

Recording Menu

Mode Menu

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Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode according to your preference.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

SET RECORDING MODE

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.

REC MODE WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

40X ON AGC OFF AUTO

– – – – –6– – – – –

SP LP

Recording mode indicator

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Card Cover

Terminal

MultiMediaCard

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Loading A MultiMediaCard

CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

OPEN THE CARD COVER

INSERT THE MULTIMEDIACARD

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

•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

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

OPEN THE CARD COVER

REMOVE THE MULTIMEDIACARD

Press EJECT. The MultiMediaCard is disengaged from the camcorder.

CLOSE THE CARD COVER

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

A M

Lock Button

Power lamp

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ.

TO MODE MENU

END

QUALITY

ZOOM DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

AUTO AUTO

OFF

FINE 40X ON AGC OFF AUTO

– – – – –6– – – – –

Recording Menu

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

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

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

SET PICTURE QUALITY MODE

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

QUALITY ZOOM DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

FINE

40X ON AGC OFF AUTO

– – – – –6– – – – –

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GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Tripod Mounting

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

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

A M

Operation Switch

Power Switch

Power lamp

According to the Operation Switch position you have selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL” appears in the upper left corner.

F . AUTO

PAUSE

MANUAL

PAUSE

When set to “ ”

When set to “ (When the Power Switch is set to “5S”, “MANUAL” blinks.)

”

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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:

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

A M

RECORDING

Basic Recording For Video

NOTE:

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

●

Power (Z pg. 8)

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Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 10)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 10)

●

Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 13)

START/STOP Button

OPEN/EJECT Switch

Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)

Lock Button

Power Switch

Power lamp

LOAD A CASSETTE

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

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

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)

EN19

STOP RECORDING

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.

●

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

●

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).

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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

A M

START/STOP Button

Lock Button

Power Switch

Power lamp

RECORDING

Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor

Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 18).

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

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

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

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

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.

TILT LCD MONITOR

Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction.

•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).

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

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

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

– – – – –

MENU/SET Dial

Brightness Control

You can adjust the brightness of the display by rotating MENU/SET.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

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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A M

Operation Switch

RECORDING

Lock Button

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Power lamp

Power Switch

Flash

Flash Sensor

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

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

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

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.

10/38

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.

●

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)

D T

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

D T

10X

20X

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

D T

10X

Approximate zoom ratio

Power Zoom Lever

RECORDING

D T

40X

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.

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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.

A M

Operation Switch

Power Switch

Power lamp

EN25

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.

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

12 : 34 : 24

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.

P. AE

/ EFFECT

END

– – – – –6– – – – –

TO DATE / TIME MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU END

OFF AUTO

FLASH

GAIN UP AGC SELF-TIMER

Operation Switch

A M

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

TO MODE MENU

RECORDING

Lock Button

Recording Menu

Mode Menu

Power lamp

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

Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button.

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Date/Time Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Move the highlight bar to “DISPLAY” by rotating MENU/SET, then press it.

SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS

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

RETURN

DATE/TIME

ONDISPLAY

25 . 12 . 99

16 : 40

Date/Time Menu

CLOSE RECORDING MENU

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 .

●

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

FLASH ADJ.

P. AE

/ EFFECT

END

– – – – –6– – – – –

TO DATE / TIME MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU END

OFF AUTO

FLASH

GAIN UP AGC SELF-TIMER

Operation Switch

A M

Lock Button

EN27

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications

You can make the LCD monitor/Viewfinder indications appear/disappear.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then, set the Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button.

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

Power lamp

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

Recording Menu

TO MODE MENU

Mode Menu

DATE/TIME

INDICATION ON ON SCREEN OFF

DATE / TIME

RETURN

ONDISPLAY

25 . 12 . 99

Date/Time Menu

16 : 40

ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it and the Date/Time Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Move the highlight bar to “INDICATION” by rotating MENU/SET, then press it.

SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS

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

Press MENU/SET twice. Selection is complete and the menu disappears.

NOTES:

●

It is impossible to make the tape running indicator “

444

” and warnings etc. disappear from the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. For the indications that can be removed, Z pg. 102, 103.

●

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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Operation Switch

A M

START/STOP Button

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Display

MANUAL

5S MODE

MANUAL

5S MODE

RECORDING

Lock Button

Power Switch

REC

PAUSE

444

After 5 sec.

REC

444

Record-Standby

Power lamp

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

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

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

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

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:

●

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).

●

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

FLASH ADJ.

P. AE

/ EFFECT

END

– – – – –6– – – – –

TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

ON AUTO

FLASH

GAIN UP AGC

SELF-TIMER

Operation Switch

A M

START/STOP Button

Lock Button

EN29

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

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

Power Switch

Recording Menu

Mode Menu

– – –

Self-Timer indication

Power lamp

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it. The Mode Menu appears.

SET SELF-TIMER

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

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.

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

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

¥¥

(Self-Timer shooting starts soon)

After approx. 15 sec.

Stops blinking and stays on (Self-Timer

shooting starts)

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A M

Operation Switch

RECORDING

Lock Button

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Power lamp

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

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

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

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.

PIN-UP Pin-Up mode*

FRAME Snapshot mode with frame*

FULL Snapshot mode with no frame*

MULTI-4 Multi-Analyser 4

EN31

NOTES:

●

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.

●

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

●

Even if Programme AE with special effects (Z pg. 44) is engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.

●

When “REC SELECT” is set to “TAPE & CARD” in the System Menu (Z pg. 39), still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the MultiMediaCard. If a tape is not loaded, they are recorded only in the MultiMediaCard, and if a MultiMediaCard is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” appears and still images are recorded only onto the tape.

●

If PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) is pressed during tape playback . . .

•

If a MultiMediaCard is not loaded: The message

“COPYING FAILED” will appear, and a still image produced by the Snapshot mode will be displayed, in the same manner as during recording.

•

If a MultiMediaCard is loaded: A still image produced

by the Snapshot mode will be recorded in the MultiMediaCard (Z pg. 77).

●

To reduce the Red-Eye effect of the subject’s eyes when the flash fires, Z pg. 32.

●

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

MULTI-9 Multi-Analyser 9

*:There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

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FLASH ADJ.

END

– – – – –6– – – – –

TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

AUTO

FLASH

Operation Switch

A M

MENU/SET Dial

TO MODE MENU

RECORDING

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Lock Button

Display

Power lamp

Power Switch

Recording Menu

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Snapshot Flash (Auto Flash)

In Full Auto or Manual mode, when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO” or “AUTO ” in the Mode Menu, the flash automatically fires if it’s dark ( appears) when a snapshot is taken in Record-Standby. By setting “FLASH” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Mode Menu, the flash can be activated or deactivated on demand. To reduce the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s eyes, it is recommended that you set “FLASH” to “AUTO ”. The flash automatically fires using this function when it is dark.

ENGAGE RECORD-STANDBY

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

If the Operation Switch is set to “ ” . . .

.... go to step 6.

If the Operation Switch is set to “ ” . . .

.... go to step 2.

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS MODE MENU

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by rotating MENU/SET. Press it. The Mode Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “FLASH”, then press it.

SELECT FUNCTION PARAMETERS

Mode Menu

Rotate MENU/SET to display the desired parameter (“AUTO”, “ON”, “OFF” or “AUTO ”) and press it. The parameter stops blinking and setting is complete. Press MENU/SET. The normal screen reappears.

Flash sensor

Flash

TAKE SNAPSHOT

Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT).

If “AUTO ” Is Selected In The Mode Menu . . .

.... the Red-Eye reduction indicator lights, then press

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

NOTES:

●

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

●

In Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9, the flash is disabled (Z pg. 23, 31).

●

The flash does not fire when the flash is set to “OFF” on the Mode Menu and also when the battery remaining power is low. Moreover, the flash does not fire when it is set to “AUTO” on the Mode Menu with GAIN UP set to “OFF” (Z pg. 37) and with Programme AE with special effects set to “TWILIGHT” (Z pg. 45).

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

When you want to change the brightness of the flash, refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (Z pg. 33).

●

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

FLASH ADJ.

END

– – – – –6– – – – –

TO MODE MENU END

Operation Switch

A M

EN33

Flash Brightness Adjustment

When a snapshot (Z pg. 22, 30) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash (Z pg. 32) and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that the snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

Lock Button

Power lamp

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

TO MODE MENU

FLASH ADJ.

MANUAL

Recording Menu

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “FLASH ADJ.”, then press it. The parameter blinks.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS OF FLASH

Rotating MENU/SET upward increases the number of the brightness adjustment and rotating MENU/SET downward decreases it.

•The adjustment range is from –3 to +3.

ACTIVATE BRIGHTNESS OF FLASH

Press MENU/SET twice. The flash brightness adjustment is complete and the normal screen reappears.

NOTES:

●

When the battery power is low or when “FLASH” is set to “OFF” in the Mode Menu, the “FLASH ADJ.” setting cannot be changed.

●

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

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Operation Switch

A M

RECORDING

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings (Z pg. 35 – 39) .

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

Lock Button

Power SwitchMENU/SET Dial

Power lamp

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to the desired function.

• If the setting you want cannot be found in the Menu Screen, place the highlight bar on “END”, then go to step 7.

MAKE SETTING

Press MENU/SET. The setting procedure depends on the function you select.

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, “W.BALANCE”, “FADER/WIPE”, “P.AE/EFFECT” or “FLASH ADJ.” . . .

..... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 47,

EXPOSURE: Z pg. 48, W.BALANCE: Z pg. 50, FADER/WIPE: Z pg. 41, P.AE/EFFECT: Z pg. 44, FLASH ADJ.,: Z pg. 33) and do each procedure from step 4.

If you select “TO MODE MENU” . . .

..... the Mode Menu appears. Go to step 5.

SELECT FUNCTION PARAMETERS IN

MODE MENU

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to the desired function and press it.

If you select a function other than “TO DATE/TIME MENU” or “TO SYSTEM MENU” . . .

..... each function’s parameter starts blinking. Rotate MENU/

SET until the desired parameter appears. Go to step 7.

If you select “TO DATE/TIME MENU” . . .

..... the Date/Time Menu appears. Go to step 6.

If you select “TO SYSTEM MENU” . . .

..... the System Menu appears. Go to step 6.

SELECT FUNCTION PARAMETERS IN

DATE/TIME MENU OR SYSTEM MENU

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to the desired function, then press it.

If you select “DATE/TIME” . . . Z pg. 11. If you select other functions . . .

..... rotate MENU/SET until the desired parameter

appears, then press it. The highlight bar automatically moves to “RETURN”. Go to step 7.

CLOSE MENU SCREEN

Press MENU/SET as many times as necessary to return to the normal screen.

[Power Switch:

or 5S]

Display

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ. TO MODE MENU

END

MANUAL

AUTO OFF

OFF

[Power Switch: ]

Power lamp Power lamp

Display

Recording Menu

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ. TO MODE MENU

END

MANUAL

AUTO OFF

Recording Menu

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REC MODE

WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ. TO MODE MENU

END

SP 40X

AGC OFF AUTO

– – – – –6– – – – –

MANUAL AUTO

OFF OFF

Mode Menu

DATE/TIME

INDICATION ON

ON SCREEN OFF

DATE / TIME

RETURN

Date/Time Menu

SYSTEM MENU

TELE MACRO

SCENE BEEP / TALLY WIND CUT SOUND MODE ID NUMBER REC SELECT

RETURN

System Menu

REC MODE WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

ONDISPLAY

25 . 12 . 99

16 : 40

OFF 5S ON OFF 32kHz 06 TAPE OFFDEMO. MODE

SP 40X

AGC OFF AUTO

DEC 25 ’ 98

– – – – –6– – – – –

QUALITY FINE

DIS GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

40XZOOM

AGC OFF AUTO

– – – – –6– – – – –

INDICATION ON

ON SCREEN OFF

DATE / TIME

RETURN

Mode Menu

DATE/TIME

ONDISPLAY

25 . 12 . 99

16 : 40

Date/Time Menu

SYSTEM MENU

TELE MACRO

BEEP / TALLY ID NUMBER DEMO. MODE

RETURN

OFF ON 06 OFF

System Menu

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ. TO MODE MENU

: 30

END

MANUAL AUTO

OFF

QUALITY FINE DIS

GAIN UP SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

– – – – –6– – – – –

END

40XZOOM

AGC OFF AUTO

DEC 25 ’ 98

: 30

Normal Screen

NOTES:

●

“FADER/WIPE” appears in the Recording Menu only when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “5S”.

●

“REC MODE” and “WIDE MODE” appear in the Mode Menu only when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “5S”.

●

“QUALITY” appears in the Mode Menu only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

●

“SCENE”, “WIND CUT”, “SOUND MODE” and “REC SELECT” appear in the System Menu only when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “5S”.

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RECORDING

Recording Menu Explanations

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

FOCUS EXPOSURE W.BALANCE

FADER/WIPE P.AE/EFFECT FLASH ADJ. TO MODE MENU

Refer to “Focusing” (Z pg. 46, 47). Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (Z pg. 48, 49).

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” (Z pg. 50, 51).

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (Z pg. 41 – 43). Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” (Z pg. 44, 45). Refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (Z pg. 33). Refer to “Mode Menu Explanations”. (Z pg. 37).

Mode Menu Explanations

REC MODE WIDE MODE

QUALITY

ZOOM

DIS

GAIN UP

SELF-TIMER FLASH TO DA TE/TIME MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU

: Factory-preset

Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference (Z pg. 13).

OFF

SQUEEZE

CINEMA

Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE, STANDARD or ECONOMY) depending on your preference (Z pg. 15).

10X

40X

200X

OFF

AGC

AUTO

OFF

Refer to “Self-Timer” (Z pg. 29). Refer to “Snapshot Flash (Auto Flash)” (Z pg. 32). Refer to “Date/Time Menu Explanations” (Z pg. 38). Refer to “System Menu Explanations” (Z pg. 39).

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Select “OFF” when you want to use neither “SQUEEZE” nor “CINEMA”.

For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion.

appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV's instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.

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

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

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

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10 times (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 200 times digital magnification.

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

NOTES:

●

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

•

When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•

When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•

When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•

When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.

•

When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

●

Switch off the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

●

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

This is automatically activated during Full Auto mode. The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. When set to this mode, “ ” is displayed.

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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RECORDING

Date/Time Menu Explanations

INDICATION

ON SCREEN

DISPLAY

DATE/TIME

: Factory-preset

ON OFF

OFF ON

ON OFF

Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 11).

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Makes all the indications appear in the camcorder (Z pg. 27). Keeps all the indications (except the tape running indicator, warnings, etc.)

from appearing in the camcorder (Z pg. 27). Keeps the camcorder’s display from appearing on the connected TV screen. Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is

connected to a TV. Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder (Z pg. 26). Keeps the date/time settings from appearing in the camcorder.

System Menu Explanations

TELE MACRO

SCENE

BEEP/TALLY

WIND CUT

SOUND MODE

ID NUMBER

REC SELECT

DEMO. MODE

OFF

5S 5SD ANIM.

OFF

OFF ON

32 kHz

48 kHz

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

TAPE

TAPE &

CARD OFF ON

EN39

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

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

Z pg. 28. Z pg. 28.

Allows you to record a 1/3-second clip. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving (Z pg. 28).

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect (Z pg. 23, 31).

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

Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. Helps cut down on noise created by wind.

•“ ” appears.

•The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is

recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.

When Snapshot recording is performed with the Power Switch set to “ ” or “5S”, still images are recorded only onto the tape.

When Snapshot recording is performed with the Power Switch set to “ ” or “5S”, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the MultiMediaCard.

Automatic demonstration will not take place. Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects,

etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” and the Recording Menu is closed, demonstration starts.

NOTES:

●

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

●

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

: Factory-preset

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START/STOP Button

Operation Switch Power Switch

MULTI SCREEN Button

RECORDING

Lock Button

A M

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Multi Screen Mode

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

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set the Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button.

ACTIVATE MULTI SCREEN

Press MULTI SCREEN.

[Power Switch: “ ”]

If you press MULTI SCREEN during recording . . .

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

Power lamp

To Return To The Normal Screen . . .

NOTES:

●

they will be recorded onto a tape.

[Power Switch: “ ” or “5S”]

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

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

Press START/STOP to start recording with 9 quadrangles.

[Power Switch: “ ”]

If you press MULTI SCREEN during RecordStandby. . .

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

Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) to record with 9 quadrangles.

.... press MULTI SCREEN again.

In the Multi Screen mode, it is not possible to bring up the Menu Screen. During Digital Zoom, the Multi Screen mode is not available. The Multi Screen mode is available during video playback as well.

Multi Screen mode

Operation Switch

EN41

Fade/Wipe Effects

A M

START/STOP Button

MENU/SET Dial

Display

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE

FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT FLASH ADJ. TO MODE MENU

END

FADER / WIPE

SEL.

B W

MANUAL

PAUSE

[Ex.:

FADER – WHITE]

Fade-in

AUTO AUTO

OFF OFF

WIPE– SHUTTER RANDOM OFF

FADER– WHITE

FADER– BLACK FADER–MOSAIC FADER– B.W

Lock Button

Power Switch

Recording Menu

FADER/WIPE Menu

Power lamp

IMPORTANT:

If certain modes of Programme AE with special effects (Z pg. 44) are activated, some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used. If you select a Fade/Wipe Effect that is unusable in the current situation, the indication blinks.

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use these to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. This function is available only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

EFFECT SELECTION

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS “FADER/WIPE” MENU

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “FADER/WIPE”, then press it.

SELECT EFFECT

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to the desired function, then press it.

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

FADE/WIPE SELECTION ( , , , , , , , ,

, and )

A scene gradually appears on a black, white, or black-andwhite screen (Fade-in or Wipe-in); or disappears, leaving a black, white, or black-and-white screen (Fade-out or Wipe-out).

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

Before the following step, perform the above steps 1 through 4.

START OR END RECORDING

Press START/STOP to activate Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/ out.

NOTE:

pg. 42.

Fade-out

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Previous scene end

Wipe-in

RECORDING

START/STOP Button

[Ex.:

Within 5 minutes . . .

WIPE – SCROLL]

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

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

)

Combine the Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions for a professional transition effect. There are 6 Picture Wipe effects and 1 Dissolve effect. The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when recording is started.

Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 41.

STORE SCENE IN MEMORY

Engage the Record-Standby mode.

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

.... press START/STOP when one scene is finished.

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

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

.... press START/STOP to start recording and press it

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

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

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

stored in memory.

START RECORDING

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

NOTES:

●

You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing and holding START/STOP .

●

If the power is turned off after a scene is finished recording, the stored point is erased. This disables the Picture Wipe/Dissolve combination. When this happens, the Picture Wipe/Dissolve indicator blinks. Try recording again, but do not turn the power off when you are finished. Please be advised that power also shuts off automatically if 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode.

●

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

Fader And Wipe Menu

Menu Effect

EN43

FADER — WHITE

FADER — BLACK

FADER — MOSAIC

FADER — B.W

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

DISSOLVE

Fade in or out with a white screen.

Fade in or out with a black screen.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

RANDOM

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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OFF

FLASH ADJ

P. AE

/ EFFECT

END

TO MODE MENU

Operation Switch

RECORDING

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Programme AE With Special Effects

A M

Lock Button

Power lamp

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

Display

Recording Menu

P. AE / EFFECT

B/W

SEL.

1 2

TWILIGHT SEPIA MONOTONE

CLASSIC FILM

STROBE SLOW 4X SLOW 10X

P.AE/EFFECT Menu

IMPORTANT:

If certain Fades or Wipes (Z pg. 43) are activated, some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used. If you select a mode that is unusable in the current situation, the mode's symbol blinks.

You can choose any one of the effects from the P.AE/ EFFECT Menu.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Then set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS “P.AE/EFFECT” SELECT MENU

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “P.AE/ EFFECT”, then press it.

SELECT MODE

Move the highlight bar to the desired mode by rotating MENU/SET, then press it.

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

DISABLE MODE

To turn off the selected mode, re-access the P.AE/ EFFECT Menu and move the highlight bar to “OFF” by rotating MENU/SET. Then press it.

NOTES:

●

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

●

The following modes are available only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”: “CLASSIC FILM”, “STROBE” and “VIDEO ECHO”.

PAUSE

The indicator for the selected mode appears, and the selected mode is engaged.

SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed)

EN45

CLASSIC FILM*

1/50–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a

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

TWILIGHT

Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance (Z pg. 50) is initially set to , but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.

SEPIA

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

MONOTONE

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

Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

STROBE*

SLOW (Slow Shutter)

You can light dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting.

SLOW 4X

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

SLOW 10X

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

NOTES:

●

When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a strobe-like effect.

●

Use “SLOW” only in dark areas.

●

The Manual Focus indication may appear and flash when “SLOW” is in use.

●

If the image is out of focus, adjust manually. It is also recommended that you use a tripod, if possible.

VIDEO ECHO*

*Available only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your recording a “fantasy” feeling.

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RECORDING

Focus detection zone

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Focusing

AUTO FOCUS

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

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

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

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

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

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

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

* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:

, , and

NOTES:

●

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

●

When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out first (Z pg. 24). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. When “TELE MACRO” (Z pg. 39) is activated, the camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO

AUTO

MANUAL

W. BALANCE

Operation Switch

A M

Lock Button

Power lamp

MENU/SET Dial Power Switch

EN47

MANUAL FOCUS

NOTE:

You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (Z pg. 10). If you have not, do so before continuing.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS “FOCUS”

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “FOCUS”, then press it.

ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS

Rotate MENU/SET to display “MANUAL”, then press it. The Recording Menu disappears and “FOCUS” is displayed in the upper left corner. The focus is locked at this point.

FOCUS

Display

Recording Menu

ADJUST FOCUS

To farther subject . . .

.... rotate MENU/SET upward. “ ” appears and

blinks. Go to step 6.

To nearer subject . . .

.... rotate MENU/SET downward. “ ” appears and

blinks. Go to step 6.

END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS

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

•If you want to reset the focus, repeat from step 2.

To Change To Auto Focus . . .

.... rotate MENU/SET to display “AUTO” then press it in

step 4. The manual focus indicators disappear. Or, set the Operation Switch to “ ”.

NOTES:

●

After the Power Switch is set to “OFF”, Manual Focus is reset to “AUTO”.

●

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

●

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

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FOCUS EXPOSURE

MANUAL

AUTO

W. BALANCE

Operation Switch

A M

MENU/SET Dial

EXP.

Exposure control indicator

RECORDING

BACK LIGHT Button

Lock Button

Display

Power lamp

Power Switch

Recording Menu

To darken the image

To brighten the image

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override and make the adjustment manually.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS “EXPOSURE”

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “EXPOSURE”, then press it.

ACCESS EXPOSURE CONTROL

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

ADJUST EXPOSURE

To brighten the image . . .

..... rotate MENU/SET upward. The exposure control

indicator increases (maximum +6). Go to step 6.

To darken the image . . .

..... rotate MENU/SET downward. The exposure control

indicator decreases (maximum –6). Go to step 6.

END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE

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

•If you want to reset the exposure, repeat step 2.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .

..... rotate MENU/SET to display “AUTO” then press it in step

4. The exposure control indicator disappears. Or set the

Operation Switch to “ ”.

NOTES:

●

After the Power Switch is set to “OFF”, Exposure Control is reset to “AUTO”.

●

Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations:

•

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

•

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

•

When the background is overly dark or the subject light.

To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

..... press BACK LIGHT. is displayed and the subject is

brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. The value shown by the exposure control indicator plus 2 is the back light compensation level. The maximum compensation level is +6. Back light compensation is also available when the Operation Switch is set to “ ”.

FOCUS EXPOSURE

MANUAL

AUTO

W. BALANCE

Operation Switch

A M

Lock Button

MENU/SET Dial

Power Switch

Power lamp

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Iris Lock

Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder), or when you want to lock the brightness level.

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

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS “EXPOSURE”

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “EXPOSURE”, then press it.

ACCESS EXPOSURE CONTROL

Rotate MENU/SET to display “MANUAL”, then press it. “EXP.” is displayed.

CENTRE SUBJECT, LOCK IRIS

Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold MENU/SET for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator and “ ” appear, indicating that the iris is locked. Press MENU/SET. The indication displayed in the upper left corner changes from “EXP.” to “MANUAL”.

Display

EXP.

0 L

Iris lock indicator

Recording Menu

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .

.... rotate MENU/SET to display “AUTO” then press it in

step 4. The exposure control indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the Operation Switch to “ ”.

NOTE:

Iris lock is recommended in the following situations:

●

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

●

When shooting objects under a spotlight.

●

When the subject is backing away.

●

When zooming.

To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .

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

Then lock the iris in step 5. For automatic locking, rotate MENU/SET to display “AUTO”, then press it in step 4. The iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.

Iris

Works like the pupil of the human eye. In a well-lit environment, the human pupil contracts to keep too much light from entering. In low lighting, the pupil dilates to allow more light in.

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FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO

AUTO

W. BALANCE

AUTO

Operation Switch

A M

W . BAL .

AUTO

RECORDING

Lock Button

Display

Power lamp

Power SwitchMENU/SET Dial

Recording Menu

White Balance Adjustment

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

White Balance Adjustment

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

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Recording Menu appears.

ACCESS “W.BALANCE”

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “W.BALANCE”, then press it.

ACCESS WHITE BALANCE ADJUST-

MENT

The Recording Menu disappears. “W.BAL.” appears in the upper left corner and the currently selected mode indication is also displayed.

SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS

Cycle through the available settings of the selected functions by rotating MENU/SET, and stop when the one you want is displayed.

“AUTO” – The white balance is adjusted automati-

“ ” – When shooting with the white balance

“ ” – When shooting outdoors on a sunny day. “ ” – When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day. “ ” – When using a video light or other similar

cally. This is the factory preset position.

already having been set on the subject (Z pg. 51).

type of lighting.

CLOSE WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

Press MENU/SET again. Selection is complete. The indication “W.BAL.” changes to “MANUAL”.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 5. Or, set the Operation Switch

to “ ”.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone (Z pg. 45) is activated.

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO

AUTO

W. BALANCE

AUTO

Lock Button

White paper

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Manual White Balance Operation

If the camera is operating in Manual mode “ ”, perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Follow steps 1 through 5 of the white balance adjustment (Z pg. 50), and select “ MAN.”.

SET MANUAL WHITE BALANCE

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

ENTER SETTING

Press MENU/SET until begins blinking.

•When the setting is completed, stops blinking.

MANUAL

Display

Power lamp

Power SwitchMENU/SET Dial

Recording Menu

Manual White Balance Adjustment

EXIT MANUAL WHITE BALANCE

ADJUSTMENT

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

To Change The Tint For Recording . . .

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

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

NOTES:

●

In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper in some circumstances. In such a case, adjust focus manually (Z pg. 47).

●

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

●

Once you adjust white balance during Manual White Balance operation, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed.

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OPEN/EJECT Switch

Power Switch

Rewind ( Button

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

Lock Button

Play/Pause (

)

Stop (5) Button

Speaker

/6) Button

Power lamp

Fast-Forward

) Button

(

PLAYBACK

LOAD A CASSETTE

Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then swing the cassette cover open until it locks. The holder opens automatically. Insert a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. The power lamp lights.

PLAY BACK

Press 4/6. The playback picture appears.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press 5.

Basic Playback For Video

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode.

NOTES:

●

If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when the power supply is a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “ ”.

●

The playback picture can also be viewed in the viewfinder (with the viewfinder pulled out) or on a connected TV (Z pg. 70, 71). Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section.

●

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

●

LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•

When power is supplied from the battery pack: the “ ” battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor when it is turned on. When power is supplied through the DC cord: “ ” does not appear.

•

During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed in the viewfinder.

●

Copyguarded tapes cannot be played back. The screen displays a blue background.

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indication

Tape running indicator

Speaker (or Headphones) Volume Control

You can adjust the speaker (or headphones connected to the headphones connector) volume by pushing the Power Zoom Lever.

ADJUST VOLUME

If you want to turn up the volume . . .

.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+”.

If you want to turn down the volume . . .

.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “–”.

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Lock Button

Power Switch

Play/Pause (

Rewind ( Button

Power lamp

)

Stop (5) Button

/6) Button

Fast-Forward

) Button

(

FEATURE:

Still Playback

PURPOSE:

To pause during playback.

OPERATION:

1) Press 4/6 during playback.

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

NOTES:

●

If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.

●

When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately so that the camcorder can stabilise the still image. During this time, if PAUSE

(6)

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

FEATURE:

Shuttle Search

PURPOSE:

To allow high-speed search in either direction.

OPERATION:

1) Press 3 to forward or press 2 to reverse during

playback.

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

NOTES:

●

During playback, press and hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release it, normal playback resumes.

●

A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

FEATURE:

Slow-Motion Playback

Available only with the RM-V713U remote control (provided) (Z pg. 82).

FEATURE:

Frame-By-Frame Playback

Available only with the RM-V713U remote control (provided) (Z pg. 82).

FEATURE:

Playback Zoom

Available only with the RM-V713U remote control (provided) (Z pg. 82).

FEATURE:

Playback Special Effects

Available only with the RM-V713U remote control (provided) (Z pg. 83).

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PLAYBACK

Advanced Features For Video

Playback Menu

The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions:

Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp, Indication, Display and Time Code.

procedure applies to all except

89).

SELECT OPERATION MODE

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

The following

Synchro Comp (Z pg. 88,

MENU/SET Dial

Display

32kHz MODE SYNCHRO INDICATION DISPLAY TIMECODE

END

Playback Menu

32kHz MODE SYNCHRO INDICATION DISPLAY TIMECODE

END

Lock Button

FULL SOUND48kHz MODE SOUND1 0 . 0 ON ON OFF

Power Switch

Power lamp

FULL SOUND SOUND1 SOUND2 FULL SOUND SOUND1 SOUND2

ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Move the highlight bar to the desired function by rotating MENU/SET. Press it to activate.

SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS

Rotate MENU/SET to cycle through the available settings for the selected function, and stop when the desired setting appears. Then press MENU/SET, and the highlight bar automatically moves to “END”.

•To set parameters for other functions, repeat steps 3 and 4.

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU/SET again, and the menu disappears.

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Playback Sound

During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. (32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1” and 48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND”.)

Recording sound Display Output sound

FULL SOUND

32 kHz SOUND 1 Stereo sound

SOUND 2 FULL SOUND Stereo sound

48 kHz SOUND 1 “L” sound is output on both channels

SOUND 2 “R” sound is output on both channels

When watching a tape recorded at 32 kHz, if you want to change the output sound, access the Playback Menu and, in step 3 on page 54, select “32 kHz MODE” and set it for “FULL SOUND”, “SOUND 1” or “SOUND 2”. When playing back a tape recorded at 48 kHz, set in the same manner.

NOTES:

●

You can also use the provided RM-V713U remote control’s AUDIO MONITOR button to change the output sound (without having to access the Playback Menu). Make sure you point the remote control at the camcorder ’s remote sensor.

●

During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made. This detection cannot be made during fast-forward or rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.

Display

Frames*

Seconds

DEC 25 ’ 98

PM 5 : 30

25 . 12 . 99

12 : 34 : 24

Minutes

*25 frames = 1 second

12 : 34 : 24

32kHz/SOUND1

12 : 34 : 24

16 : 40

TIME CODE (Displaying The Time Code During Playback)

You can display the Time Code on screen during playback. This is especially useful for editing. This function is preset to “OFF”. To turn it on, select “TIME CODE” at the Playback Menu and change the setting (Z pg. 54).

ON– The Time Code is displayed on the playback screen. OFF– The Time Code does not appear.

DISPLAY (Displaying the Date During Playback)

If the time has been set, the date is automatically recorded separately from the recorded video signal. You can display or remove the date anytime during playback. This function is preset to “ON”. To turn it off, select “DISPLAY” at the Playback Menu and change the setting (Z pg. 54).

ON– The date is displayed on the playback screen. OFF– The date is not displayed.

INDICATION

You can make the Playback Sound, Time Code and Date indications disappear. This function overrides the “TIME CODE” and “DISPLAY” settings in the Playback Menu. The factory-preset is “ON”. To turn it off, select “INDICATION” in the Playback Menu and change the setting (Z pg. 54).

OFF– The Playback Sound, Time Code and Date indications do not appear

on the Playback Screen.

ON– The Playback Sound, Time Code and Date indications are displayed

according to how “TIME CODE” and “DISPLAY” are set in the Playback Menu.

NOTE:

If “INDICATION” is set in the Date/Time Menu, “INDICATION” in the Playback Menu will also be set to the same setting (Z pg. 34 – 38).

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Lock Button

Card cover

Power Switch

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback For D.S.C.

Normal Playback

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

LOAD A MULTIMEDIACARD

Open the card cover. Insert a MultiMediaCard, then close the card cover.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

Power lamp

Stop (5) Button

•A stored image is displayed.

DISPLAY ANOTHER IMAGE

Press 3 to display the next image. Press 2 to display the previous image.

[For Normal Playback] To display the next image

10/38

11/38

12/38

13/38

To display the previous image

[For Auto Playback]

Display

Image number*

Displays the index number of the image file.

Auto Playback

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

LOAD A MULTIMEDIACARD

Open the card cover. Insert a MultiMediaCard, then close the card cover.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

START AUTO PLAYBACK

Press 4/6.

•If you press 2 during Auto Playback, images are displayed in descending order.

•If you press 3during Auto Playback, images are displayed in ascending order.

STOP AUTO PLAYBACK

Press 5.

NOTE:

Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a lownumbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the lastrecorded one.

Total number of images*

Displays the total number of stored images.

* Not displayed when “INDICATION” is set to “OFF” in the Date/

Time Menu (

Z pg. 38) or Video Playback Menu (Z pg. 55).

PLAYBACK

Advanced Features For D.S.C.

Slide Show

You can run through all the images stored in memory automatically in numerical order. Each still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ”, while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

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MENU/SET Dial

Display

INDEX SLIDE SHOW MULTI VIEW

PROTECT FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

INDEX

SLIDE SHOW

MULTI VIEW PROTECT

FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

Lock Button

OFF OFFIrTran-P

Power Switch

Playback Menu

Power lamp

Stop (5) Button

START SLIDE SHOW

Move the highlight bar to “SLIDE SHOW” by rotating MENU/SET, and press it. The Slide Show starts.

STOP SLIDE SHOW

Press 5.

NOTE:

While the Slide Show is being performed, the image may be disturbed.

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Picture Quality mode

Index number Selected image

EXIT

001 F 002 S 003 E

004 F

INDEX

005 F

PLAYBACK

006 F

Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

INDEX Screen

The images you shot can be displayed together with their index information. Convenient for checking images shot beforehand, the INDEX Screen also shows the Picture Quality mode as well as which images are protected against accidental erasure.

001: Index number

Index numbers are marked from 001. For example, when 10 images are stored (index number: 001 to 010), if three images with index numbers 002, 004 and 006 are deleted from memory, the remaining images are automatically moved up to fill any gaps in the numerical sequence. Therefore, the number of remaining images is 7, and the new index numbers range from 001 to 007.

Protect icon

F/S/E: 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).

: Protect icon

When an image is protected against its accidental erasure, a padlock mark appears next to the Picture Quality mode indicator, and that image cannot be deleted.

Selected Image

An image is framed in green when it is selected. Rotate

MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired image.

MENU/SET Dial

Power lamp

Power Switch

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Index Playback

You can view the images stored in memory six at a time. Use this mode when looking for an image you wish to view.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

ACCESS INDEX SCREEN

Lock Button

MULTI SCREEN Button

Press MULTI SCREEN. The INDEX Screen appears.

Select “INDEX” in the Playback Menu (To access the Playback Menu, press MENU/SET).

DISPLAY DESIRED IMAGE

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired image and press it. The image selected in the INDEX Screen is displayed.

Display

INDEX

SLIDE SHOW MULTI VIEW

PROTECT FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

EXIT INDEX

001 F 002 S 003 E

004 F

005 F

OFF OFFIrTran-P

006 F

Playback Menu

INDEX Screen

Playback Screen

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MENU/SET Dial

Power Switch

Rewind ( Button

INDEX SLIDE SHOW

MULTI VIEW PROTECT

FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

Display

Lock Button

)

SAME 16

OFFIrTran-P

Playback Menu

PLAYBACK

Power lamp

Fast-Forward

) Button

(

Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

Multi-Image Screen

There are 3 Multi-Image Screens that can be created: 4split screens composed of the same image, 16-split screens composed of the same image and 4-split screens composed of different, user-selected images.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

•To create a Multi-Image Screen using the same image, select an image before performing step 2.

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “MULTI VIEW” and press it. The selected parameter blinks.

NOTES:

●

By printing a Multi-Image Screen to a printer that supports sticker sheets, you can create stickers of any image you like. For details, read your printer’s instruction manual.

●

To create a Multi-Image Screen using the same image with a title/frame, first select the title/frame, referring to “Superimposing A Title/Frame” (Z pg. 69), and then go to step 2 above.

●

If a title/frame is superimposed over the playback picture before step 2 is performed above, it will be impossible to set “MULTI VIEW” to “SELECTED 4”.

Multi-Image Screen

NOTE:

If you wish to change the still images which make up the Multi-Image Screen, go back to normal playback and change the “MULTI VIEW” setting in the Playback Menu.

TO CREATE A MULTI-IMAGE SCREEN USING THE SAME IMAGE

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

SELECT MODE

Rotate MENU/SET until the “SAME 4” or “SAME 16” appears.

CREATE MULTI-IMAGE SCREEN

Press MENU/SET. A Multi-Image Screen displaying 4 or 16 frames of the same image appears.

END MULTI-IMAGE SCREEN

Set “MULTI VIEW” to “OFF” in the Playback Menu.

Press 3 or 2 to display another image.

MENU/SET Dial

Display

INDEX SLIDE SHOW

MULTI VIEW PROTECT

FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

EXIT

001 F 002 S 003 E

004 F

MULTI

005 F

SELECTED 4

OFFIrTran-P

006 F

Playback Menu

Multi-Image Index Screen

Multi-Image Screen

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TO CREATE A MULTI-IMAGE SCREEN USING SELECTED IMAGES

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 (Z pg. 60).

SELECT MODE

Rotate MENU/SET until “SELECTED 4” appears and press it. The Multi-Image Index Screen appears.

SELECT IMAGES

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired image and press it. A check mark “ ” appears on the selected image. Repeat this procedure for all 4 images to be selected.

•To cancel the selection of an image, rotate MENU/ SET to move the green frame to the desired image and press it. The check mark “ ” disappears.

CREATE MULTI-IMAGE SCREEN

Rotate MENU/SET upward to select “EXIT” and press it. The Multi-Image Screen of the selected images appears.

•The selected images are displayed in numerical order from left to right and top to bottom.

•If you exit before selecting all 4 images, the MultiImage Screen is cancelled.

END MULTI-IMAGE SCREEN

Set “MULTI VIEW” to “OFF” in the Playback Menu.

Press 3 or 2 to display another image.

NOTE:

If you wish to change the still images which make up the Multi-Image Screen, go back to normal playback and change the “MULTI VIEW” setting in the Playback Menu.

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PLAYBACK

Protecting Images

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of images. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the Picture Quality Mode indication, that image cannot be deleted.

Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

Lock Button

Display

INDEX SLIDE SHOW MULTI VIEW

PROTECT

FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

EXIT

001 F 002 S 003 E

004 F

Normal playback

PROTECT

005 F

OFF OFFIrTran-P

006 F

Power SwitchMENU/SET Dial

Playback Menu

PROTECT Index Screen

Power lamp

Padlock mark

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “PROTECT” and press it. The PROTECT Index Screen appears.

TO PROTECT AN IMAGE

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

SELECT IMAGE

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired image and press it. A “ ” padlock mark appears on the selected image. Repeat this procedure for all images you do not wish to delete by accident.

END SELECTION

Rotate MENU/SET upward to select “EXIT” and press it. The normal playback screen appears.

NOTE:

When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even protected images are deleted. If you do not want to lose important images, we recommend you to transfer them to a PC and save them.

MENU/SET Dial

Display

EXIT PROTECT

001 F 002 S 003 E

005 F

004 F

EXIT PROTECT

001 F 002 S 003 E

004 F

005 F

006 F

PROTECT Index Screen

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TO REMOVE PROTECTION

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 (Z pg. 62).

SELECT IMAGES

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired image and press it. The “ ” padlock mark located above the image disappears and the image is no longer protected. Repeat this procedure for all images from which you wish to remove protection.

END PROTECTION

Rotate MENU/SET upward to select “EXIT” and press it. The normal playback screen appears.

Normal playback

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MENU/SET Dial

Power lamp

Power Switch

PLAYBACK

Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

Deleting Images

Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Lock Button

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “FILE DELETE” and press it. The FILE DELETE Screen appears.

Display

INDEX SLIDE SHOW MULTI VIEW

PROTECT

FILE DELETE

TITLE DELETE FORMAT

END

ALL

SELECTED

CANCEL

NEXT DELETE

001 F 002 S 003 E

004 F

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Normal playback

OFF OFFIrTran-P

FILE DELETE

005 F

006 F

Playback Menu

FILE DELETE Screen

DELETE Index Screen

Deletion Confirmation Screen

TO SELECT AN IMAGE BY BROWSING IMAGES STORED IN MEMORY

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

SELECT MODE

Rotate MENU/SET to select “SELECTED” and press it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.

SELECT IMAGE

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired image that you wish to delete and press it. An “ ” appears above the selected image. Repeat this procedure for all images that you wish to delete. To deselect an image, press MENU/SET again. The “ ” disappears.

END SELECTION

Rotate MENU/SET upward to select “NEXT” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

DELETE IMAGE

Rotate MENU/SET to select “EXECUTE” and press it. The selected images are deleted and the normal playback screen appears.

•If you wish to cancel deletion, rotate MENU/SET to select “CANCEL” and press it.

CAUTION:

While deleting images, never remove the MultiMediaCard or disconnect power, as this may cause the memory to be corrupted. Also, be sure to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger, as a malfunction may occur if the battery become exhausted halfway through the operation.

MENU/SET Dial

Display

FILE DELETE

ALL

SELECTED CANCEL

EXECUTE

CANCEL

FILE DELETE Screen

Deletion Confirmation Screen

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TO DELETE ALL IMAGES

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 (Z pg. 64).

SELECT MODE

Rotate MENU/SET to select “ALL” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

DELETE IMAGES

Rotate MENU/SET to select “EXECUTE” and press it. All the images are deleted.

•If you wish to cancel deletion, rotate MENU/SET to select “CANCEL” and press it.

Normal playback

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MENU/SET Dial

Power lamp

INDEX SLIDE SHOW MULTI VIEW

PROTECT FILE DELETE

TITLE DELETE

FORMAT END

Display

PLAYBACK

Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

Deleting Titles/Frames

A title/frame created on a PC can be transferred to a MultiMediaCard using the provided software. Titles/frames that have been transferred to a MultiMediaCard can be deleted when they are no longer needed. There are 2 ways of deleting previously created titles/frames: by browsing through titles/frames individually or by deleting them all at once.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or

OFF OFFIrTran-P

Lock Button

Power Switch

Playback Menu

pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “TITLE DELETE” and press it. The TITLE DELETE Screen appears.

NOTES:

●

If titles/frames created on a PC have not been transferred to a MultiMediaCard, it is not possible to delete them using these steps.

●

The titles/frames in the camcorder’s memory cannot be deleted.

TITLE DELETE

ALL

SELECTED

CANCEL

NEXT DELETE

013 F 014 F 015 F

017 F

016 F

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Normal playback

018 F

TITLE DELETE Screen

DELETE Index Screen

Deletion Confirmation Screen

TO SELECT A TITLE/FRAME BY BROWSING TITLES/FRAMES STORED IN MEMORY

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

SELECT MODE

Rotate MENU/SET to select “SELECTED” and press it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.

SELECT TITLE/FRAME

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired title/frame that you wish to delete and press it. An “ ” appears above the selected title/frame. Repeat this procedure for all titles/frames that you wish to delete. To deselect a title/frame, press MENU/SET again. The “ ” disappears.

END SELECTION

Rotate MENU/SET upward to select “NEXT” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

DELETE TITLE/FRAME

Rotate MENU/SET to select “EXECUTE” and press it. The selected titles/frames are deleted and the normal playback screen appears.

•If you wish to cancel deletion, rotate MENU/SET to select “CANCEL” and press it.

CAUTION:

While deleting titles/frames, never remove the MultiMediaCard or disconnect power, as this may cause the memory to be corrupted. Also, be sure to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger, as a malfunction may occur if the battery become exhausted halfway through the operation.

MENU/SET Dial

Display

TITLE DELETE

ALL

SELECTED CANCEL

EXECUTE

CANCEL

TITLE DELETE Screen

Deletion Confirmation Screen

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TO DELETE ALL TITLES/FRAMES

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 (Z pg. 66).

SELECT MODE

Rotate MENU/SET to select “ALL” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

DELETE TITLE/FRAME

Rotate MENU/SET to select “EXECUTE” and press it. All the titles/frames are deleted.

•If you wish to cancel deletion, rotate MENU/SET to select “CANCEL” and press it.

Normal playback

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Types Of Titles/Frames

This camcorder has 12 preset titles/frames stored in its memory, as shown in the following illustration.

PLAYBACK

Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C.

Operation Switch

A M

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Superimposing A Title/Frame

A title/frame can be superimposed over the playback picture (image).

START PLAYBACK

Play back a tape or images in a MultiMediaCard.

START/STOP Button

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Lock Button

Power lamp

SUPERIMPOSE TITLE/FRAME

Press TITLE (/Frame). A title/frame is superimposed over the playback picture (image).

ACCESS TITLE/FRAME INDEX SCREEN

Press MULTI SCREEN. The Title/Frame Index Screen appears.

SELECT DESIRED TITLE/FRAME

Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the desired title/frame and press it. The selected title/ frame is superimposed over the playback picture (image).

MAKE TITLE/FRAME DISAPPEAR

Press TITLE (/Frame). The selected title/frame disappears.

MENU/SET Dial

Display

EXIT INDEX

001 002 003

Power Switch

MULTI SCREEN Button

TITLE (/Frame) Button

Title/Frame Index Screen

NOTES:

●

A title/frame created on a PC can be transferred to a MultiMediaCard using the provided software. Transferred titles/frames are displayed from title/frame index number 013, and they can be used together with the titles/frames in the camcorder’s memory. For details on creating/transferring titles/frames, refer to the software instructions.

●

If Snapshot recording/playback is performed with a title/ frame, the images will be recorded/played back in the FULL mode regardless of the selected Snapshot mode.

●

Depending on the images you record or play back, the title/ frame outline may become grainy or vague.

●

During title/frame display, it is not possible to change the Snapshot mode.

To Record An Image With A Title/Frame . . .

.... You can also record an image with a title/frame by

performing the following procedure.

005

004

006

1. Set the Operation Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Then, set the

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

2. Press TITLE (/Frame) to superimpose a title/frame on an

image.

3. Press MULTI SCREEN to display the Title/Frame Index

Screen.

4. Rotate MENU/SET to move the green frame to the

desired title/frame and press it. The selected title/frame is superimposed over the image.

5. Press START/STOP or PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) to start

recording. The image is recorded with the selected title/ frame.

6. Press TITLE (/Frame) to make the title/frame disappear.

NOTES:

●

During recording, it is not possible to change the title/frame, as the Title/Frame Index Screen does not appear if MULTI SCREEN is pressed.

●

The titles/frames displayed in the Title/Frame Index Screen may be jittery.

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PLAYBACK

Basic Connections

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

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

Use the provided Docking Station, Audio/Video (A/V) cable [RCA plug to RCA plug] and S-Video cable.

Docking Station Attachment

1 Align the edge of the camcorder with the edge of the Docking Station . 2 Align the direction stud and screw on the Docking Station with the stud hole

and tripod mounting socket on the camcorder.

3 Tighten the screw.

•When removing the camcorder, loosen the screw and detach the camcorder.

Tripod mounting socket

Screw

Stud

To TV or VCR

Stud hole

Yellow: Not connected

Red to AUDIO R**

White to AUDIO L**

A/V cable [RCA plug to RCA plug] (provided)

Red to AUDIO R OUT**

White to AUDIO L OUT**

VCR

To S-VIDEO IN

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images with the Power Switch set to “ ”.

S-Video cable (provided)

Bottom of Docking Station

Screw Knob

To S-VIDEO OUT

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

Use the provided Audio/Video (A/V) cable [mini-plug to RCA plug].

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

To TV or VCR

White to AUDIO L**

Red to AUDIO R**

VCR

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images with the

Power Switch set to “

Yellow to VIDEO

”.

A/V cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided)

Connector cover*

To AV OUT

CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR

VCR

Connect as shown in the illustration (Z pg. 70).

If Using A VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4.

CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV

INPUT

Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual.

SUPPLY POWER

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

SELECT MODE

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

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

•Date/Time, Time Code

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

(Z pg. 54).

•Playback Sound Mode Display

.... set the Operation Switch to “ ”, then set the

Power Switch to the camera position (“ ”, “5S” or “ ”) while pressing down the Lock Button. Press MENU/SET and set “ON SCREEN” in the Date/Time Menu (Z pg. 34 – 38) to “ON” or “OFF”. Then, set the Power Switch back to “ ”.

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NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (Z pg. 9)

●

Never connect any other Audio/Video cable than the provided Audio/Video cable (mini-plug to RCA plug) to the camcorder’s AV OUT connector.

●

When using the cables (except Audio/Video cable with mini-plug to RCA plug), make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

To keep the camcorder’s display from appearing on the TV screen during playback, set “INDICATION” to “OFF” in the Playback Menu (Z pg. 54) and press DISPLAY on the remote control.

●

While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV OUT connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

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PC with DV connectorequipped capture board

PLAYBACK

Advanced Connections

Connection To A Personal Computer

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

CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS

Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.

To DV connector

DV cable (optional)

Core filter

To DV IN/OUT

Open the connector cover.

To RS-232C

PC connection cable (provided)

Core filter

To PC (DIGITAL STILL)

CONNECT TO PC

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

•To attach the camcorder to Docking Station, refer to “Docking Station Attachment” on pg. 70.

TURN ON POWER

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

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 9).

●

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

●

The date/time information cannot be captured into PC.

●

Also refer to the instruction manuals of the provided Software and the DV connector-equipped capture board.

●

Be sure to use a DV cable with the core filter.

Power SwitchLock Button

Power lamp

To DV IN connector

Digital Printer

Power Switch

Lock Button

Open the connector cover.

To DV IN/OUT

DV cable (optional)

To D V connector

Video unit equipped with a DV input connector

To P C connector

PC connection cable (provided)

Core filter

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Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector

Connection to the Digital Printer GV-DT3 (optional) allows you to print out the images or to transfer the captured image from the Digital Printer to a personal computer. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This function is called Digital Dubbing (Z pg. 75), which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.

CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS

Make sure all the units are turned off.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO PRINTER

OR VIDEO UNIT EQUIPPED WITH DV INPUT CONNECTOR

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

CONNECT PRINTER TO PC

(IF NECESSARY)

Connect the PC connection cable (provided) to the printer's PC connector and the PC’s RS-232C connector.

TURN ON POWER

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

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (Z pg. 9)

●

For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time. This camcorder can also be used as a recorder.

●

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

●

Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected units.

●

Be sure to use a DV cable with the core filter.

To RS-232C

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Yellow to VIDEO OUT*

Play/Pause (4/6) Button

Red to AUDIO R OUT

White to AUDIO L OUT

To S-VIDEO OUT

Power Switch

DUBBING

Dubbing Images/Sounds Recorded On A Tape To Another Tape

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

Following the illustration at left, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 70 and 71.

PREPARE FOR DUBBING

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ”, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

SELECT VCR MODE

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

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.

START EDITING

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

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press 4/6 on the camcorder.

S-Video cable (provided)

A/V cable [RCA plug to RCA plug] (provided)

To AUDIO, VIDEO* and S-VIDEO IN connectors

VCR (Recording deck)

* Connect when the S-Video cable is not used.

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

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

NOTES:

●

You can use the AV OUT connector on the camcorder for connection.

●

You can use Playback Zoom (Z pg. 82) or Playback Special Effects (Z pg. 83) in step 5.

●

Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do appear during dubbing, they are being recorded onto the new tape. To clear the Playback Sound Mode Display, press DISPLAY on the RM-V713U remote control (provided).

●

Select “DISPLAY” and “TIME CODE” from the Playback Menu (Z pg. 54) to show or hide the Date/Time and the Time Code on the recording.

●

To keep all the camcorder’s indications from appearing on the VCR, set “INDICATION” to “OFF” in the Playback Menu (Z pg. 54) and press DISPLAY on the remote control.

Power Switch

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Digital Dubbing Of Recorded Images/

Sounds Between Tapes

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

CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

Lock Button

Open the connector cover.

To D V IN/OUT

To DV IN

DV cable (optional)

Video unit equipped with DV connector

PLAY (

STOP (5)

)

RM-V713U

(provided)

MAKE CONNECTIONS

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

START PLAYBACK

Press 4 to play back the source tape.

START RECORDING

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

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (Z pg. 9).

●

If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.

●

For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time. This camcorder can also be used as a recorder.

●

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

●

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

●

If “Playback Zoom” (Z pg. 82), “Playback Special Effects” (Z pg. 83), “Superimposing A Title/Frame” (Z pg. 69) or “Snapshot” is attempted during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV IN/OUT connector.

●

Be sure to use a DV cable with the core filter.

To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder . . .

1. Turn the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button.

2. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration and load a cassette to record on.

3. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to engage the Record-Pause mode. “DV IN” appears on the screen.

4. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording. “DV IN” changes to “

5. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to engage the Record-Pause mode. “

DV IN

”.

” returns to “DV IN”.

NOTES:

●

During Digital Dubbing, the image is dubbed using the recording mode selected in the Mode Menu (Z pg. 13).

●

Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current “SOUND MODE” setting (Z pg. 39).

●

During

Digital Dubbing, no signal is output from the AV OUT connector.

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DUBBING

(cont.)

Dubbing Images Stored In A MultiMediaCard To A Tape

Images can be dubbed from a MultiMediaCard to a tape.

LOAD CASSETTE AND

MULTIMEDIACARD

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Lock Button

Power Switch

Rewind ( Button

)

TO COPY TO TAPE PUSH “SNAPSHOT

Power lamp

Display

Fast-Forward

) Button

(

TAPE

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

SELECT IMAGE TO BE DUBBED

Perform Index Playback (Z pg. 59), Auto Playback (Z pg. 56) or press 2 or 3 to select the image you wish.

START DUBBING

Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT). The message “TO COPY TO TAPE PUSH SNAPSHOT” is displayed for approx. 5 seconds. While the message is displayed, press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) again and the selected image is recorded on the tape for approx. 5 seconds.

•The “SP” or “LP”, TAPE and tape running indicators disappear when dubbing is complete.

NOTE:

If PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) is pressed in step 4 when the tape’s erase protection switch is set to “SAVE”, the message “COPYING FAILED” is displayed.

444

TAPE

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Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard

Images can be dubbed from a tape to a MultiMediaCard.

LOAD CASSETTE AND

MULTIMEDIACARD

PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) Button

Lock Button

Power Switch

Power lamp

Play/Pause (4/6) Button

SNAPSHOT MODE Button

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

SELECT IMAGE TO BE DUBBED

Press 4/6 to start playback. At the moment you find the image you wish to dub, press it again to engage Still Playback.

SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE

Press SNAPSHOT MODE to select the Snapshot mode to use for dubbing the image to the MultiMediaCard.

START COPYING

Press PHOTO (SNAPSHOT). The image is stored in the MultiMediaCard.

•“ ” blinks during dubbing.

NOTES:

●

If PHOTO (SNAPSHOT) is pressed in step 5 when a MultiMediaCard is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is displayed.

●

If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode (Z pg. 37) is dubbed to a MultiMediaCard, the WIDE mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.

Display

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MENU/SET Dial

Power Switch

Rewind (

Button

Infrared transmitter/receiver

)

Lock Button

Power lamp

Fast-Forward (3) Button

DUBBING

(cont.)

Copying Images Using Infrared Communication [IrTran-P]

Images stored in a MultiMediaCard can be copied between this camcorder and another piece of equipment that supports IrDA (IrTran-P) infrared communication, regardless of its manufacturer. The following procedure is described using two GR-DVX7 camcorders as an example. For use of other video units, refer to their respective instructions.

LOAD MULTIMEDIACARDS

[For both receiving and transmitting camcorders]

Insert MultiMediaCards into both receiving and transmitting camcorders.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

[For both receiving and transmitting camcorders]

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

[For both receiving and transmitting camcorders] Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

[For both receiving and transmitting camcorders]

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “IrTran-P” and press it. The selected parameter blinks.

15° 15°

< 50 cm

SELECT IrTran-P MODE

[For transmitting camcorder]

Rotate MENU/SET until “TRANSMIT” appears and press it. The normal playback screen appears.

SELECT IMAGE TO BE COPIED

[For transmitting camcorder]

Perform Index Playback (Z pg. 59), Auto Playback (Z pg. 56) or press 2 or 3 to select the desired image.

A M

START/STOP/ TRANS Button

MENU/SET Dial

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POSITION CAMCORDERS

[For both receiving and transmitting camcorders]

Position the transmitting and receiving camcorders so that their infrared transmitter and receiver face each other.

•The distance between them should be less than 50 cm and the transmitter and receiver should be angled no more than 15˚ to each other.

TRANSMIT IMAGE

[For transmitting camcorder]

Press START/STOP/TRANS. Image transmission starts and the message “IN PROGRESS” is displayed.

RECEIVE IMAGE

[For receiving camcorder]

Rotate MENU/SET until “RECEIVE” appears and press it. Image reception starts and the message “IN PROGRESS” is displayed. Reception is complete when the message disappears.

NOTES:

●

Be sure to supply power from the AC Power Adapter/ Charger instead of the battery pack.

●

[For transmitting camcorder]

•

Be sure to set “IrTran-P” back to “OFF” when the transmission is finished.

•

An image with a title/frame can also be transmitted.

•

If the message “COMMUNICATION FAILED” is displayed within approx. 60 seconds after START/ STOP/TRANS is pressed, check the equipment orientation, power supplies, etc. and retry the transmission.

•

To abort transmission in the middle, press START/ STOP/TRANS. The message “COMMUNICATION FAILED” is displayed.

●

[For receiving camcorder]

•

If the message “COMMUNICATION FAILED” is displayed, check the equipment orientation, power supply, etc. and retry the transmission.

•

“IrTran-P” automatically returns to “OFF” when the reception is complete or it fails.

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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

Knob

Transmitted beam effective area

15°

30°

15°

Installing The Battery

Remote sensor

The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

Pull out the battery holder while pressing the knob as shown.

INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER

Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have the “+” mark visible.

RE-INSERT HOLDER

Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.

•Read the caution concerning lithium batteries (Z pg. 2).

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

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6 8

RM-V713U (provided)

Buttons

1 PAUSE IN Connector 2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons 3 DISPLAY Button 4 SHIFT Button 5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons

Left/Right Buttons

6 FADE/WIPE Button 7 REW Button

8 EFFECT Button 9 EFFECT ON/OFF Button 0 Infrared beam transmitting window ! START/STOP Button @ AUDIO MONITOR Button # MBR SET Button $ Down Button

A.DUB Button

% Up Button ^ FF Button

& PLAY Button

* PAUSE Button ( STOP Button

) R.A.EDIT Buttons

0 !

@ $

7 & 9 (

)

Functions

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

—

Zoom in/out (Z pg. 24)

— — —

— —

Transmits the beam signal. Functions same as START/STOP on the camcorder.

— — —

—

— —

—

^ *

With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to “

Z pg. 85

Zoom in/out (

Z pg. 74 Z pg. 82 Z pg. 82

Z pg. 82 Z pg. 85

• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on

a tape (Z pg. 52, 53)

•Displays previous image in a

MultiMediaCard (

Z pg. 83 Z pg. 83

Z pg. 55 Z pg. 84 Z pg. 82

Z pg. 90 Z pg. 82

• Forward/Forward Shuttle Search

on a tape (Z pg. 52, 53)

• Displays next image in a MultiMediaCard (

• Starts Playback of a tape (

• Starts Auto Playback of a MultiMediaCard (

Pauses the tape (

• Stops the tape (

• Stops Auto Playback or Slide Show

Z pg. 56, 57)

(

Z pg. 84 – 89

” or “ ”.

Z pg. 82)

Z pg. 56)

Z pg. 52)

Z pg. 56)

Z pg. 53)

Z pg. 52)

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

Power Switch

Remote sensor

Zoom Buttons

SHIFT

Left or SLOW

Rewind Button

Right or SLOW

Forward Button

Play (4) Button

Stop (5) Button

RM-V713U

(provided)

Press TNormal playback

Up Button

Down Button

PLAY PAUSE

STOP

To move image,

(Right)

press while keeping SHIFT held down.

FEATURE:

Slow-Motion Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow slow-speed search in either direction during video playback.

OPERATION:

1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) at the point where you want to start

playback in slow motion.

2) Press SLOW (9 or 0). After playing back for approx. 1 minute in Slow Rewind or approx. 2 minutes in Slow Forward, normal playback resumes.

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

NOTES:

●

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

●

After SLOW displayed for a few seconds, then the screen may become blue back for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.

●

There may be a small margin between the slow-motion playback start point you chose and the start point at which the camcorder actually begins playback in slow motion.

●

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

(9 or 0)

is pressed, the still image may be

tion.

●

During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE pause playback.

FEATURE:

Frame-By-Frame Playback

(6)

PURPOSE:

To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.

OPERATION:

1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback,

press PAUSE (6) at the point where you want to start Frame-By-Frame Playback.

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

FEATURE:

Playback Zoom

PURPOSE:

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

OPERATION:

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

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

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

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

n To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns

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

NOTES:

●

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

●

During digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.

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Power Switch

PLAYBACK EFFECT

OFF

CLASSIC FILM

B/W

MONOTONE

SEPIA

STROBE

VIDEO ECHO5

Play (

) Button

PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu

FEATURE:

Playback Special Effects

PURPOSE:

To allow you to add creative effects to the video playback image. You can use any one of the 5 effects.

OPERATION:

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

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

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

3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT. The selected function is activated and after 2 seconds the menu disappears.

n To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/

OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-

activates the selected effect.

n To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2 of

the above “OPERATION”.

NOTES:

●

When some Playback Special Effects are used, the Multi-Analyser 4 and Multi-Analyser 9 Snapshot modes (Z pg. 31) are not available.

●

The effects that can be used during playback are Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video Echo. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording. Refer to page 45 for more information.

Remote sensor

PLAY

EFFECT

EFFECT ON/OFF

RM-V713U

(provided)

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SHIFT

1 6

RM-V713U (provided)

VCR CODE LIST

VCR BRAND NAME

AKAI

BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON

GRUNDIG 1 4

HITACHI 6 6

JVC 9 1

A B C

MITSUBISHI 6 7

NEC 3 7

PANASONIC 1 3

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

VCR (Recording deck)

789`

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

6 2 6 4 7 7

1 3

9 7 9 8 3 2

3 4

6 3

9 6 9 3

6 8

3 8

1 7 1 1 9 4 1 8

VCR BRAND NAME

PHILIPS

SANYO 3 6

SELECO, REX

SHARP 1 5

SONY

THOMSON, TELEFUNKEN, SABA, NORDMENDE

TOSHIBA 6 9

MBR SET

2 4 5

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

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

 

3 5 9 1

9 6

1 ` 6 5

6 ` 3 9 3 1



9 1 9 6 9 7 3 2

6 1

(cont.)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the RM-V713U MBR (Multi-Brand Remote, Z pg. 81) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is installed in the remote control RM-V713U (Z pg. 80).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).

•The code is automatically set once you release

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

OPERATE VCR

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

You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

IMPORTANT

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

NOTES:

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

Yellow to VIDEO OUT*

Red to AUDIO R OUT

White to AUDIO L OUT

A/V cable [RCA plug to RCA plug] (provided)

To AUDIO, VIDEO* and S-VIDEO IN connectors

VCR

FADE/WIPE

* Connect when the S-Video cable is not used.

To S-VIDEO OUT

S-Video cable (provided)

RM-V713U

(provided)

Editing cable (provided)

To Remote PAUSE or R.A.EDIT

To PAUSE IN

DISPLAY

PLAY R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

To EDIT

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 70, 71 and 73.

CONNECT TO . . .

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal.

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R.A.EDIT CONNECTOR

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector.

VCR OTHER THAN TYPE OR

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V713U’s PAUSE IN connector.

PREPARE CAMCORDER

Insert a recorded tape and set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button.

PREPARE VCR

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

SELECT SCENES

START SOURCE PLAYBACK

Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. Make sure to point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor.

•The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

EXECUTE FADE/WIPE IN

(IF NECESSARY)

Press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.

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

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

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NOTES:

●

You can use the AV OUT connector on the camcorder for connection.

●

Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they appear during Random Assemble Editing, they will be recorded onto the new tape. To clear the Playback Sound Mode Display, press DISPLAY on the remote control. Select “DISPLAY” and “TIME CODE” from the Playback Menu (Z pg. 54) to show or hide the Date/Time and the Time Code on the recording. To show or hide all indications except for the Random Assemble Editing Menu, set “INDICATION” to “OFF” in the Playback Menu (Z pg. 54) and press DISPLAY on the remote control. When Random Assemble Editing starts, its indications disappear and are not recorded on the new tape.

●

When editing on a VCR equipped with DV input connector, the DV cable can be connected instead of the SVideo cable and Audio/Video cable.

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Power Switch

Remote sensor

RM-V713U (provided)

FADE/WIPE

EDIT IN/OUT

EFFECT

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Programme

I N OUT MODE

1 –– – – : –– ~

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

TIME CODE

–– : –– 00 : 00

TOTAL

Random Assemble Editing Menu

SELECT SCENES (cont.)

SET EDIT-IN POINT

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

SET EDIT-OUT POINT

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

USE FADE/WIPE ON SCENE

TRANSITION (IF NECESSARY)

(cont.)

Press FADE/WIPE.

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

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

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

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

CANCEL

PLAY

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF

Picture Wipe/Dissolve).

USE PLAYBACK SPECIAL EFFECTS

(IF NECESSARY,

Press EFFECT.

Repeat steps 6 through 9.

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

•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Programme AE

Z pg. 83)

with special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.

NOTES:

●

When the source tape has more than 2 identical time codes (Z pg. 25), the camcorder may not find the Edit-In point you chose and a malfunction may occur.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

START/STOP Button

~ ~ ~

16 : 30

9 : 39

) Button

Stop (5) Button

Rewind (

I N OUT MODE

1 00 : 2 5 ~ 02 : 05 –– 2 07 : 1 8 ~ 08 : 31––

3 –– 03 : 33 ~ 05 : 5 3 4 09 : 3 0 ~ 13 : 1 5 5 15 : 5 5 ~ 16 : 20–– ––

6 –– –– : ––

7 8

TIME CODE

TOTAL

Remote Sensor

Pause (6) Button

Random Assemble Editing Menu

B/W

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AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

PREPARE SOURCE TAPE

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

ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD-PAUSE MODE

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

START EDITING

Press START/STOP on the camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of the last registered scene.

•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does not start editing.

•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters the Pause mode, and the recording deck enters its Record-Standby mode.

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

STOP EDITING

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

NOTES:

●

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

●

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

●

Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated Time Codes (Z pg. 25).

RM-V713U (provided)

FADE/WIPE

EFFECT

EDIT IN/OUT

CANCEL

PAUSE R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

VCR REC STBY

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Programme 1

I N OUT MODE

1 –– – – : –– ~

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TIME CODE

TOTAL

Random Assemble Editing Menu

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

–– : –– 00 : 00

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

For More Accurate Editing

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

DIAGNOSING VCR’S AGAINST CAMCORDER TIMING

PREPARE FOR R.A.EDIT

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

•“Random Assemble Editing Menu” appears.

CHOOSE A SCENE

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

PLAY BACK DUBBED SCENE

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

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

Power Switch

VCR

(Recording deck)

(cont.)

Remote sensor

RM-V713U (provided)

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR’S AGAINST CAMCORDER TIMING

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

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

SELECT FUNCTION

Move the highlight bar to “SYNCHRO” by rotating MENU/SET, then press it. The value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.

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MENU/SET Dial

Display

32kHz MODE

SYNCHRO

INDICATION DISPLAY TIMECODE

END

32kHz MODE

SYNCHRO INDICATION DISPLAY TIMECODE

END

FULL SOUND48kHz MODE SOUND1 0 . 0 ON ON OFF

FULL SOUND48kHz MODE SOUND1

0 . 0

ON ON OFF

Power Switch

Playback Menu

INPUT CORRECTION DATA

Based on the diagnostics performed (Z pg. 88), you can now increase the VCR’s speed by rotating MENU/SET upward. You can also slow down the VCR’s speed by rotating MENU/SET downward. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in

0.1-second increments.

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU/SET twice.

•Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 4 on page 85.

NOTES:

●

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

●

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

VCR

(Recording deck)

90 EN

Lock Button

Speaker

Display

Audio Dub Standby mode Power Switch

Remote sensor

AV OUT (headphones) connector

Located beneath the cover.

AUDIO

MONITOR

DISPLAY

PLAY

RM-V713U (provided)

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Stereo microphone

External microphone input connector

A.DUB

PAUSE

STOP

(cont.)

Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customized only when recorded on the 32 kHz mode (Z pg. 39).

NOTES:

●

Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded at 48 kHz, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

●

To perform Audio Dubbing while watching in the television, make connections (Z pg. 70).

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

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

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY

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

BEGIN DUBBING

Press PLAY (4) , then begin “narrating”.

•Speak into the microphone.

PAUSE DURING DUBBING

Press PAUSE (6).

STOP DUBBING

Press STOP (5).

NOTES:

●

Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional microphone.

●

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

●

When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 32 kHz, the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.

●

To select the desired sound for playback, press AUDIO MONITOR on the remote control.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

If you change from 32 kHz to 48 kHz in mid-recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where 48 kHz recording began.

●

During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded at 48 kHz or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops and “ERROR! REFER MANUAL” appears.

Recording sound Display Output sound

FULL SOUND Original and new tracks are combined and output in stereo.

32 kHz SOUND 2 New track is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

SOUND 1 Original track is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Initializing A MultiMediaCard

If the MultiMediaCard’s memory is corrupt, “PLEASE INITIALIZE” will appear. In this case, you will have to initialise the MultiMediaCard.

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SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Switch to “ ”, while pressing down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU

Press MENU/SET. The Playback Menu appears.

MENU/SET Dial

Display

INDEX SLIDE SHOW MULTI VIEW

PROTECT FILE DELETE TITLE DELETE

FORMAT

END

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Lock Button

OFF OFFIrTran-P

Power Lamp

Power Switch

Playback Menu

Format Confirmation Screen

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “FORMAT” and press it. The Format Confirmation Screen appears.

INITIALIZE MULTIMEDIACARD

Rotate MENU/SET to move the highlight bar to “EXECUTE” and press it. The MultiMediaCard is initialised.

•If you wish to cancel initialization, rotate MENU/ SET to select “CANCEL” and press it.

NOTES:

●

After initializing, all images stored in the MultiMediaCard, including those which have been protected, are cleared.

●

Initialization is possible only when “PLEASE INITIALIZE” appears.

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 MultiMediaCard may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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

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

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

No power is supplied.

“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

Recording cannot be performed.

There is no picture.

Some functions are not available using MENU/SET.

The focus does not adjust automatically.

The cassette will not load properly.

The MultiMediaCard will not load properly.

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

• The power is not connected properly.

• The battery is dead.

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

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

• The previously set date/time is erased.

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

• The Power Switch is set to “ ”.

• “TAPE END” appears.

• The cassette’s cover is open.

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

• The Operation Switch is set to “ ”.

• Focus is set to “MANUAL”.

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

• The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

• The cassette is in the wrong position.

• The battery’s charge is low.

• The MultiMediaCard is in the wrong position.

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

• Connect the AC Power Adapter/Charger securely (Z pg. 9).

• Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one (Z pg. 8, 9).

• Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder. The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 90° while the Power Switch is set to any position except “OFF” if the viewfinder is not fully pulled out.

• Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s lithium battery (Z pg. 11).

• Set the tape’s erase protection switch to “REC” (Z pg. 12).

• Set the Power Switch to any position except “ ” or “OFF” (Z pg. 17).

• Replace with new cassette (Z pg. 12).

• Close the cassette’s cover.

• Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again (Z pg. 18).

• Set the Operation Switch to “ ” (Z pg. 17).

• Set Focus to “AUTO” (Z pg. 47).

• Clean the lens and check the focus again (Z pg. 98).

• Set it in the right position (Z pg. 12).

• Install a fully charged battery (Z pg. 8, 9).

• Set it in the right position (Z pg. 14).

• Select “5S” or “5SD” in the System Menu (Z pg. 34 –

39).

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

10.

Snapshot mode cannot be used.

11.

Although Snapshot is attempted, flash does not take place.

12.

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

13.

The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.

14.

The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.

15.

The colour of Snapshot looks strange.

16.

Digital Zoom does not work.

10.

•

The Squeeze mode is selected.

11.

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

• If blinks, the flash is being charged.

• Multi-Analyser 4 or MultiAnalyser 9 is selected.

• The camcorder is in the Record mode.

12.

• The subject does not look straight toward the flash.

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

• The camcorder is too far from the subject.

• “FLASH” is not set to “AUTO

” in the Mode Menu.

13.

• “FLASH” is set to “OFF” in the Mode Menu.

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

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

• The camcorder is too far from the subject.

14.

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

15.

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

16.

• 10X optical zoom is selected.

• The Video Echo mode is activated.

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

• 5-Second recording was done with the Power Switch set to “5S”, and with “5SD” selected in the System Menu.

10.

• Disengage the Squeeze mode (Z pg. 37).

11.

• Set “FLASH” to “ON” in the Mode Menu (Z pg. 32).

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

•

Disengage Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9 (Z pg. 23, 31).

• Set the camcorder in the Record-Standby mode (Z pg. 32).

12.

• The subject should look straight toward the flash, especially the first flash. If the subject does not see the first flash, it will be difficult for Red-Eye Reduction to take place (Z pg. 32).

• The flash is effective for subjects at a distance of approx. 0.7 m to 2 m from the camcorder (Z pg. 32).

• Set “FLASH” to “AUTO ” in the Mode Menu to display the Red-Eye Reduction indicator (Z pg. 32).

13.

• Set “FLASH” to any position except “OFF” in the Mode Menu (Z pg. 32).

• Do not cover the flash emission window.

• Adjust the flash brightness to a larger value (Z pg. 33).

• The flash is effective for subjects at a distance of approx. 0.7 m to 2 m (Z pg. 32).

14.

• Set “FLASH” to any parameter other than “ON” in the Mode Menu (Z pg. 32).

15.

• Set “FLASH” to “ON” in the Mode Menu. Or find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame (Z pg. 32).

16.

• Turn off the Video Echo mode (Z pg. 45).

• Wait until the Picture Wipe or Dissolve effects are completed (Z pg. 41 – 43).

• Change the setting of either the System Menu or the Power Switch (Z pg. 28).

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

17.

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

18.

The Black & White Fader does not work.

19.

The Dissolve function does not work.

20.

The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work.

21.

The picture wipe function doesn’t work.

22.

Scene transition does not go as expected.

TROUBLESHOOTING

17.

• The Operation Switch is set to “ ” and/or the Power Switch is set to “5S”.

18.

• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

19.

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

• The Squeeze mode is selected.

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

20.

• The last selected editing scene is ending.

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

• The power is off.

21.

• The Slow Shutter mode is activated.

• The Squeeze or Cinema mode is selected in the Mode Menu.

22.

• When using “Picture Wipe/ Dissolve” (Z pg. 42) or “Dissolves during 5 second recording mode” (Z pg. 28), there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the previous record stop-point and the Dissolve start-point. This is normal, but this slight delay becomes especially noticeable when shooting fast-moving subject or during rapid panning.

(cont.)

17.

• Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and/or set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

18.

• Turn off Sepia and Monotone (Z pg. 44).

19.

• Turn off Sepia, Monotone or Slow Shutter before adding Dissolve to a scene transition (Z pg. 44).

• Make sure that the Squeeze mode in the Mode Menu is set to “OFF” (Z pg. 37).

• Make sure you have selected the mode of Programme AE with special effects you want before starting editing (Z pg. 44).

20.

• Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated (Z pg. 42).

• Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased (Z pg. 42).

• The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the RecordStandby mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Record-Standby mode (Z pg. 42).

21.

• Make sure the Squeeze mode, Cinema mode, or Slow Shutter mode is not activated when preparing to use the Picture Wipe function (Z pg. 37, 45).

22.

————

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

23.

The Video Echo mode does not work.

24.

Even when Slow Shutter is

not selected, the image looks like it is activated.

25.

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

26.

White Balance cannot be activated.

27.

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

28.

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

29.

During recording, the date/ time does not appear.

30.

Images stored in the MultiMediaCard cannot be deleted.

31.

The indicators and messages do not appear.

32.

Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.

23.

• The Picture Wipe or Dissolve functions are in use.

• The Squeeze mode is selected in the Mode Menu.

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

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

24.

•

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

25.

• The Picture Wipe or Dissolve function is in use.

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

26.

• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

27.

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

28.

• This is not a malfunction.

29.

• “DISPLAY” is set to “OFF” in the Date/Time Menu.

• Interface Shooting is performed.

30.

• Images stored in the MultiMediaCard are protected.

31.

• “ON SCREEN” is set to “OFF” in the Date/Time Menu.

• You have made the indicators disappear.

32.

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

•

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

23.

• Make sure the Squeeze mode is set to “OFF” (Z pg. 34 –

39).

• Do not try to use the Video Echo mode during a Fade-In or Fade-Out or when Dissolve is activated during 5-second mode recording (Z pg. 44,

45).

24.

• If you want the lighting to look more natural, set GAIN UP to “AGC” or “OFF” in the Mode Menu (Z pg. 34 – 39).

25.

• Do not try to use the Classic Film or Strobe mode during a scene transition (Z pg. 44,

45).

26.

• Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance (Z pg. 44, 45).

27.

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28.

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29.

• Set “DISPLAY” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu (Z pg. 26).

• During Interface Shooting, the date/time does not appear (Z pg. 21).

• Set “INDICATION” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu (Z pg. 27).

30.

• Remove protection from the images stored in the MultiMediaCard and delete them (Z pg. 62, 64).

31.

• Set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu (Z pg. 26).

• Set “INDICATION” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu (Z pg. 27).

32.

• Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor (Z pg. 21).

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33.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

34.

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

35.

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.

36.

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

37.

During recording, sound cannot be heard.

38.

Play, Rewind and FastForward functions do not work.

39.

The tape is moving, but there is no picture.

40.

The LCD monitor indications are distorted.

TROUBLESHOOTING

33.

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

34.

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

35.

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

36.

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

99.99 %)

37.

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

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

38.

• The Power Switch is not set to “ ”.

39.

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

• The cassette’s cover is open.

40.

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

(cont.)

33.

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

34.

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35.

• Re-read the sections covering Fade/Wipe effects, Programme AE with special effects and “DIS” (Z pg. 37, 41 – 45).

36.

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37.

• Connect the optional headphones to the headphones connector (Z pg. 100).

• Adjust the sound volume during playback (Z pg. 52).

38.

• Set the Power Switch to “ ” (Z pg. 52).

39.

• Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback (Z pg. 70, 71).

• Close the cassette’s cover (Z pg. 12).

40.

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41.

Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.

42.

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

43.

An unusual mark appears.

44.

An error indication (E01 — E06) appears.

45.

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

46.

The recording mode indicator “LP” blinks.

47.

Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor.

48.

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

49.

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

41.

• The speaker volume is too great.

42.

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43.

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44.

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

45.

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

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

46.

• This occurs when recording in the LP mode is not available. After the indicator blinks, the recording mode switches to “SP” and recording goes on.

47.

• The viewfinder is pulled out.

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

48.

• This is not a malfunction.

49.

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

41.

• Turn the speaker volume down (Z pg. 52).

42.

• Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage.

43.

• Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor/viewfinder indications (Z pg. 102 –

105).

44.

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

45.

• To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (Z pg. 107).

46.

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47.

• Push the viewfinder back in.

• Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor (Z pg. 21).

• If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully (Z pg. 20).

48.

• By recording with “DIS” activated (Z pg. 37) this can be avoided.

49.

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

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Cassette holder

PUSH HERE

Remove.

OPEN/EJECT Switch

EJECT

BATT. RELEASE Switch

USER MAINTENANCE

After Use

Turn off the camcorder.

Slide down OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the

arrow, then swing the cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette.

Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette cover.

Open the card cover, then press EJECT. The

MultiMediaCard is disengaged from the camcorder. Remove the MultiMediaCard.

Close the card cover.

Slide down BATT. RELEASE and remove the battery

pack.

Cleaning The Camcorder

CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

•Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Wipe gently with the provided cleaning cloth or a commercially available soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

Bottom of viewfinder

Blower brush

Gap

NOTES:

●

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

●

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

●

Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

●

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

CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

PULL OUT VIEWFINDER FULLY

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow 1. Insert a lens blower or a soft cloth into the gap at the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the interior of the viewfinder with it 2.

PUSH VIEWFINDER BACK IN

Close the cover until it locks in place. Push the viewfinder back in.

INDEX

2 3

Docking Station

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1 JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Connector

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

NOTE:

Make sure that the camcorder is turned on while connecting the camcorder to a PC using the Docking Station’s JLIP connector. If the camcorder is turned off (because the Power Switch is set to “OFF” or due to Auto Shut Off* etc.) while the JLIP programmeme software is used, it will be impossible to control the connected devices from the computer. In such a case, first try turning the camcorder on again, or unplug the JLIP connection cable from the Docking Station’s JLIP connector. Then, initialise or run the software again.

* Auto Shut Off:

If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode or in the Pause mode, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically to conserve energy.

2 PC Connector [DIGITAL STILL] ........... Z pg. 72

3 Edit Connector [EDIT] ......................... Z pg. 85

Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 84 – 89).

4 Stud .................................................... Z pg. 70

5 Screw ................................................. Z pg. 70

6 Multi Connector

The Docking Station can be connected with this camcorder through this connector. Never touch it with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if the pins are damaged, the connectors will become unusable due to contact failure.

7 S-Video Output Connector

[S OUT] ....................................... Z pg. 70, 85

8 Video Output Connector

[VIDEO] ....................................... Z pg. 70, 85

9 Audio Output Connector

[AUDIO L/R] ................................ Z pg. 70, 85

0 External Stereo Microphone Input

Connector [MIC]................................. Z pg. 90

! Screw Knob ........................................ Z pg. 70

To attach the camcorder, tighten this clockwise.

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