JVC GR-FX101 User Manual
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-FX101
Compact VHS
PAL
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
Power ............................................. 6
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
Date/Time Settings ............................. 9
Tape Length Setting ........................... 10
Loading/Unloading A Cassette .............. 11
Grip Adjustment ............................... 12
Viewfinder Adjustment ....................... 12
Shoulder Strap Attachment .................. 13
Tripod Mounting ............................... 13
RECORDING
Basic Recording ................................ 14
Basic Features ................................. 16
Advanced Features ............................ 19
PLAYBACK
Basic Playback ................................. 34
Features ........................................ 35
Using The Cassette Adapter (optional) ..... 37
Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing ....... 38
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
(optional)
Random Assemble Editing .................... 42
Insert Editing................................... 46
Audio Dubbing ................................. 47
USER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
Indications ...................................... 51
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 52
Ter ms ........................................... 54
CAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
6 – 13
14 – 33
34 – 39
40 – 47
49 – 50
51 – 53
55 – 56
... 8
48
57
LYT0631-001A
2 EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS
camcorder. Before use, please read the safety
information and precautions contained in the
following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
•All major sections and subsections are listed in the
Table Of Contents on the cover.
•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 ( pgs. 51 – 54) 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 55 – 56 before use.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured
black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
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 battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery
is incorrectly replaced.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
CAUTIONS:
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
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.
NOTES:
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
●
The rating information and safety caution of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger are on its bottom.
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 viewfinder
playback are possible anywhere. Use the BNV11U/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge
them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power
Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion
adapter may be necessary to accommodate
different designs of AC outlets in different
countries.)
EN3
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of
properly.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on
both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper,
or cloth etc. heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be
followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places
with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or
liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment,
fire or electric shock may be caused.)
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE
USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards
but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and
safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO
consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and
make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for
infirm or handicapped people.
of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
— this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
4 EN
MAJOR FEATURES
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
PAL
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
Programme AE with Special
Effects (
Electronic Fog Filter
ND Effect
Sepia
Twilight
Sports
Nega/Posi
1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Menu Adjustment
(
pg. 24, 25, 26)
pg. 20, 21)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V16EK
•Cable Adapter
•Audio/Video
(A/V) cable
•Lithium Battery CR2025
x1 for clock operation
•Battery Pack
BN-V11U
•Shoulder Strap
•DC Cord
Picture Stabilizer ( pg. 18)
Digital Hyper Zoom
(
pg. 16)
Zoom in
Zoom out
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
EN5
SUPPLY POWER
A
Hook on.
B
Push in.
BATTERY RELEASE
Using the battery pack
Hook its end to the camcorder ( ) and push the
battery pack in until it locks in place ( ).
(Charging procedure, pg. 6)
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
PLAYBACK
Rewind (
2
2
Button
)
INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE
Close Button
1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.
2 Insert a video cassette.
3 Press the Close button to close the cassette
holder.
(For more details, pg. 11)
EJECT Switch
SHOOTING
1
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
Stop
(5) Button
1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.
2 Press
— The tape will automatically stop at the
3 Press
— Playback starts and the playback picture
•To stop playback, press 5.
(For more details, pg. 34)
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR
using the Cassette Adapter (optional)
pg. 37
Play/Pause
4
/6) Button
(
2
.
beginning of the tape.
4
/6.
appears.
1
Set to “PLAY”
3
2
Set to “AUTO”
or “PRO.”
Recording Start/Stop Button
3
1 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to
open the lens cover.
2 Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.
— The power lamp will light and an image
will appear.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
— Recording starts.
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once
again.
(For more details, pgs. 14, 15)
6 EN
CHARGE
indicator
Battery pack BN-V11U,
BN-V12U or BN-V20U
Marks
To AC outlet
GETTING STARTED
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
SUPPLY POWER
1
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall outlet.
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V16EK
DC OUT connector
Battery pack
BN-V11U
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U (optional)
Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.
Charge marker
ATTENTION:
Charging a battery with some charge
remaining reduces that battery’s capacity.
Perform the procedure below to fully
discharge the battery pack before recharging.
1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
and make sure a cassette is
then set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or
“PRO.”.
2. The camcorder power turns off
automatically when discharging is
complete.
When you are not using a battery pack for
a long period of time, be sure to fully
discharge it before storing because leaving
a battery with some charge left over also
reduces performance.
not
inserted,
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
•The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
3
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery pack
opposite the direction of the arrow.
Charge Marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help
you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two
colours are provided (red and black)—you choose which
one means charged and which means discharged.
NOTES:
●
Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°
and 35°C. 20° to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for
charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may
be incomplete.
●
Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged
battery pack.
●
Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
●
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC
Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
●
If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter
during battery charging, power is supplied to the
camcorder and charging stops.
●
Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes
electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be
sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
●
When charging the battery pack for the first time or after
a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
●
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.
●
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a
battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
Hook on.
A
Push in.
B
BATTERY RELEASE
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.
INFORMATION:
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the
BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EK AC
Power Adapter/Charger.
Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals
before using.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery
pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/
Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EK AC Power
Adapter/Charger.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1
Hook its end to the camcorder and push the
battery pack in until it locks in place .
DETACH BATTERY PACK
2
Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
Approximate recording time
Battery pack
BN-V11U
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U (optional)
BN-V856U (optional)
NOTES:
●
Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
•
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
•
The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
●
Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
Approximate recording time
1 hr. 10 min.
1 hr. 10 min.
1 hr. 55 min.
7 hrs. 40 min.
EN7
To DC IN
connector
Core
filter
DC Cord
To car’s cigarette
lighter socket
To AC outlet
To D C
OUT
connector
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
AA-V16EK
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
NOTES:
●
The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
●
For other notes, pg. 6.
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (connect as
shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
●
When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.
●
The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can also be
used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/
V856U).
●
When using the optional Car Battery Charger, refer to the
respective instruction booklet.
8 EN
Battery holder
Slot
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
1
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery
Charger, etc.).
REMOVE BATTERY HOLDER
2
Pull out the battery holder.
INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER
3
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have
the “+” mark visible.
RE-INSERT HOLDER
4
Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a
click.
NOTES:
●
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” ( pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
●
To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place
the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the
illustration when inserting/removing the battery.
MENU Button
Select Dial
Display
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
4
RETURN
DATE TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
TIME
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
1999
22 : 50
Power lamp
Power Switch
Menu Screen
DATE/TIME Menu
1
1
24-hour indication
Date/Time Settings
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
1
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”, then press MENU.
•The power lamp comes on.
SELECT FUNCTION
2
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME Menu
appears.
•If you decide you want to return the date and time
to the previous settings, rotate the Select Dial to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then
go to step 6.
•If you want to set only the time without changing
the date, go to step 4.
SET DATE
3
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the
item you want to set and then press it. When the
setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. The setting
stops blinking.
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with the
Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).
SET TIME
4
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct
setting appears and then press it. When the hour
setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins
blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct setting
appears and then press it. The minute setting stops
blinking.
START CLOCK OPERATION
5
When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,
TIME) blinks, rotate the Select Dial to move the
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu
Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”.
CLOSE MENU SCREEN
6
Press the Select Dial.
EN9
4
RETURN
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display
and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert”
( pg. 22).
10 EN
SP/LP Recording Mode Button
MENU Button
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
SET RECORDING MODE
1
First set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.
Press SP/LP for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard
Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and is
better for dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is more
economical, providing twice the recording time.
NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
Tape Length Setting
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
Select Dial
Viewfinder
SP
Display
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
4
RETURN
TAPE LENGTH
T30
T45
T60
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
AUTO
ON
OFF
T60
Power Switch
T45
Tape length indicator
Recording mode
indicator
Menu Screen
TAPE LENGTH
Setting Menu
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
1
First set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Press MENU.
SELECT FUNCTION
2
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH
Setting Menu appears.
SET TAPE LENGTH
3
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the
correct setting. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time,
T45 = 45 minutes, and T60 = 60 minutes.
•If you decide you want to return the tape length to
the previous setting, rotate the Select Dial to move
the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
CLOSE MENU SCREEN
4
Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen reappears
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select
Dial again to close the Menu Screen.
NOTE:
The tape remaining time ( pg. 15) displayed in the
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has
been selected.
4
RETURN
Cassette holder
Close Button
Erase Protection
EJECT Switch
Turn to take
up slack.
Gear
EN11
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
1
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
2
Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
3
Press the Close button and make sure the holder is
closed and locked.
NOTES:
●
The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
●
Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
●
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes
have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
●
The cassette holder cannot be opened while the
camcorder is in the record mode.
12 EN
Power Zoom Lever
Recording Start/Stop Button
33
22
180°180°
1
GETTING STARTED
Grip Adjustment
EXPAND LOOP
1
Separate the Velcro strip.
INSERT HAND
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
3
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power
Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Viewfinder Adjustment
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or
“PRO.”).
POSITION VIEWFINDER
2
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
(see illustration on left).
ADJUST DIOPTRE
3
Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
(cont.)
PAUSE
Set to “CAMERA”
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”)
2
4
3
1
EN13
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
1
Following the illustration on left, thread the strap
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back and
thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure
to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet
3, making sure the strap is not twisted.
ADJUST LENGTH
2
Adjust as shown in the illustration on left 4.
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
1
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. 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.
14 EN
EJECT Switch
Recording Start/Stop Button
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
Power Switch
Power lamp
Tally lamp
(lights while recording
is in progress)
RECORDING
Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
●
Power ( pg. 6)
●
Tape Length Setting ( pg. 10)
●
Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 10)
●
Grip Adjustment ( pg. 12)
●
Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 12)
LOAD A CASSETTE
1
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
the cassette with the label facing out. Press the Close
button to ensure the holder is closed and locked.
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE
2
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”).
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you are aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
•“ ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is
in progress.
Power Switch Position
According to the Power Switch position you have selected, the following functions are available:
AUTO
(Full Auto mode):
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.
PRO.
(PRO. mode):
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the
camcorder.
Tape remaining time indicator
25MIN
Recording Start/Stop Button
DISPLAY Button
MIN
(Now calculating)
120MIN
119MIN
3MIN
2MIN
(Blinking)
1MIN
(Blinking)
0MIN
(Blinking)
EN15
STOP RECORDING
4
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop
recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
●
The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
●
There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the
holder opens. Do not use force.
●
The tape remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder
as shown.
●
The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is
approximate.
●
The time required to calculate the remaining tape
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.
●
The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the
correct tape length has been selected ( pg. 10).
●
“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
without performing zoom or any other operations, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the
Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA” to
turn the camcorder on again.
●
If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the
Record-Standby mode has continued for over
5 minutes, recording may not start immediately.
●
If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such
as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during
recording), use the Retake function ( pg. 17) to find
the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.
●
The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds
when the camcorder is turned on with the cover closed.
●
To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to pgs.
24 and 26.
Viewfinder Indications
Press DISPLAY to make the following indications appear/
disappear from the camcorder’s display: cassette warning,
tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power
indicator and tape length indicator ( pg. 51).
PRESS DISPLAY BUTTON
1
To turn off the indications, press DISPLAY for more
than 1 second.
Press again for more than 1 second to make the
indications reappear.
NOTE:
Even if the indications are off, the tape remaining time
appears blinking when the tape is near its end, and the
battery pack remaining power indicator appears blinking
when the power is almost gone.
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RECORDING
Basic Features
Zoom in
Display
Zoom indicator bar
1X
Zoom level indicator
Approximate zoom ratio
Power Zoom Lever
Zoom out
FEATURE:
Zooming
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification
offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital
Zoom.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Push the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Push the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
The harder you push the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
●
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
( pg. 29), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
●
The zoom level indicator (5) moves during zoom.
Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of
the zoom indicator bar, all magnification from that
point is through digital processing.
●
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may
suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM”
to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 25).
Power Switch
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RETAKE (2/3)
Button
FEATURE:
Quick Review
PURPOSE:
To check the end of the last recording.
OPERATION:
1) Press 2 and release quickly during the Record–
Standby mode.
Tape is rewound for about 1 second and played
back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby
mode for the next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is
normal.
FEATURE:
Retake
PURPOSE:
To re-record certain segments.
OPERATION:
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby
mode.
2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point
for new recording. Pressing 3 forwards the tape
and pressing 2 reverses it.
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording.
NOTE:
Noise bars appear and pictures may become
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.
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5 SEC. REC Button
Display
PAUSE
5S
5 Sec. Rec mode indicator
Picture stabilizer indicator
P. STABILIZER Button
Power Switch
RECORDING
FEATURE:
Picture Stabilizer
Basic Features (cont.)
PURPOSE:
To compensate for unstable images caused by camerashake, particularly at high magnification.
OPERATION:
1) Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.
To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press
P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.
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 Picture Stabilizer when recording
with the camcorder on a tripod.
●
The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the
Stabilizer cannot be used.
FEATURE:
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
PURPOSE:
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene
transitions like those seen in TV programmes.
OPERATION:
1) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC. “ 5S”
appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.
2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording
starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record–Standby mode
automatically.
To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. REC
again so that “ 5S” disappears.
NOTE:
Fade/Wipe ( pg. 19) cannot be activated by
pressing 5SEC. REC.
RECORDING
[Ex.: Fader]
Fade in
Advanced Features
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Fade/Wipe
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.
Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or
wipe-out works at recording end.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
Display
EFFECT
MOSAIC
OFF
(No indication)
EFFECT Button
After 2 sec.
EFFECT
MOSAIC
FADER
MOSAIC
SHUTTER
SLIDE
OFF
Power
Switch
Recording Start/Stop
Button
Fade out
ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-STANDBY
2
MODE
Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown at
left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected
and reserved.
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are
displayed for approx. 2 seconds. Then the name
disappears, and only the indication remains.
START OR END RECORDING
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fadein/out or wipe-in/out.
TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-STANDBY
4
MODE
Press EFFECT repeatedly until “OFF” appears.
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade/wipe standby mode is canceled.
FADER
Fades in/out to a black screen.
MOSAIC (Fader)
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic
pattern.
SHUTTER (Wipe)
A black screen moves in from the top and bottom, closing
over the image like a shutter, or a new image pushes open
the black screen vertically from the centre.
SLIDE (Wipe)
A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover
the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.
NOTES:
●
Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button
allows you to vary the length for the image during fade
in/out or wipe in/out.
●
The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/
Wipe is used with Sepia ( pg. 21).
●
With the Electronic fog filter mode ( pg. 21) engaged,
the image fades in/out to a white screen.
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