JVC GR-FXM75 User Manual
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-FXM75
ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0361-001A
EN
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 (Z pg. 4, 5).
• 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. 68 – 71) 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 72 – 74 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 clock
operation and 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:
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
CAUTIONS:
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-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.)
This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC
Publ. 65.
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 ensure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid a 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.
MAJOR FEATURES
EN3
Programme AE with Special
Effects (
n Electronic Fog Filter
n ND Effect
n Sepia
n Twilight
n Sports
n Nega/Posi
n 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Z pg. 28, 29)
LCD Colour Monitor
Z pg. 16)
(
Digital Still Camera Built-in
(PC communication capable)
Z pg. 18 – 21, 48 – 55)
(
Integrated Auto Light
Z pg. 26)
(
Picture Stabilizer (Z pg. 25)
Digital Hyper Zoom
Z pg. 24)
(
Zoom in
Zoom out
Menu Adjustment
Z pg. 32, 33, 34)
(
n Camcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
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CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
Power............................................................................................................ 6
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ................................................................ 8
Date/Time Settings............................................................................................ 9
Recording Mode Setting..................................................................................... 10
Tape Length Setting .......................................................................................... 10
Loading/Unloading A Cassette............................................................................. 11
Grip Adjustment ..............................................................................................12
Viewfinder Adjustment ..................................................................................... 12
Shoulder Strap Attachment ................................................................................. 13
Tripod Mounting .............................................................................................. 13
VIDEO RECORDING
Basic Recording............................................................................................... 14
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING
Basic Shooting ................................................................................................ 18
RECORDING
Basic Features ................................................................................................ 22
Advanced Features........................................................................................... 27
VIDEO PLAYBACK
6 – 13
14 – 17
18 – 21
22 – 41
42 – 45
Basic Playback................................................................................................ 42
Features ....................................................................................................... 43
Using The Cassette Adapter ................................................................................ 45
PLAYBACK
Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing ...................................................................... 46
D.S.C. PLAYBACK
Basic Playback................................................................................................ 48
Connection .................................................................................................... 49
Advanced Features........................................................................................... 50
46 – 47
48 – 55
EN5
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
56 – 64
Random Assemble Editing .................................................................................. 58
Insert Editing (VIDEO)....................................................................................... 62
Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape) ....................... 63
Audio Dubbing ................................................................................................ 64
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
65 – 67
68 – 71
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ...................................................................... 68
Indications..................................................................................................... 70
CAUTIONS
72 – 74
SPECIFICATIONS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
75
75
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V15EK
•Lithium Battery CR2025 x 2
(for clock operation and
remote control unit)
•Audio/Video (A/V) cable •Editing cable •DC Cord
•PC Connection Cable x 1
(for Windows®)
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U •Battery Pack BN-V12U
•Shoulder Strap•Remote Control
Unit RM-V709U
•CD-ROM including two
software programmes
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Marks
CHARGE indicator
REFRESH switch
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH
The AC Power Adapter/Charger features a
REFRESH function that allows you to fully
discharge the battery pack before recharging.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less
than 5 chargings.
To discharge the battery . . .
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as
shown in the above illustration. Then
push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator
lights when discharging starts, and goes
out when discharging is complete.
To AC outlet
GETTING STARTED
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
●
No function is available without power supply.
●
Use only the specified power supply.
●
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.
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.
Battery pack Charging time Discharging time
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V20U approx. 1 hr. 50 min approx. 6 hrs. 40 min.
A
Hook on.
B
Push in.
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.
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 (unit: min.)
Battery pack
BN-V12U 50 (35) 55 (35) 45 (30)
BN-V20U 85 (55) 90 (55) 75 (50)
( ) : when the video light is on.
LCD LCD LCD
monitor on/ monitor off/ monitor on/
Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on
INFORMATION:
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack
and AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.
The BN-V856U battery pack provides approx. 7 hours of
recording time when the viewfinder is on and the LCD
monitor and the video light are off. 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.
EN7
Charge Marker
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:
●
The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and the
frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
●
Charging times noted on page 6 are for a fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for a fully
charged battery pack.
●
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
●
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
●
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
●
While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does
not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.
●
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Do not
allow it to discharge in a container, such as a bag.
●
If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
●
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
●
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
●
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
●
The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been
stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The
CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If it doesn’t, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
To DC IN jack
DC OUT
terminal
DC Cord
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EK
To car’s cigarette
lighter socket
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.
●
When using the DC cord, make sure you connect
the end of the cord with the core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
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/Adapter (BH-V3E)
can also be used to charge the battery pack (except
BN-V20U/V856U).
●
When using the optional Car Battery Charger/
Adapter, refer to the respective instruction booklet.
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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” (Z 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.
System
Select Switch
Date/Time Settings
SELECT OPERATION SYSTEM AND
1
MODE
Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” or “D.S.C.” ,
and set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
•The power lamp comes on.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
EN9
Select Dial
Display
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
DATE TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
TIME
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
MENU Button
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
FULL
1999
1
1
22 : 50
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
FULL
Power lamp
Power Switch
Menu Screen
DATE/TIME Menu
24-hour indication
SELECT FUNCTION
3
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 7.
•If you want to set only the time without changing
the date, go to step 5.
SET DATE
4
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
5
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
6
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
7
Press the Select Dial.
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display
and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert”
(Z pg. 30).
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GETTING STARTED
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
(cont.)
System
Select Switch
MENU Button
SP/LP Recording
Mode Button
Select Dial Power Switch
Viewfinder
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
FULL
T45
SP
Display
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
TAPE LENGTH
T30
T45
T60
Tape length indicator
Recording mode
indicator
Menu Screen
TAPE LENGTH
Setting Menu
SET RECORDING MODE
1
First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then
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.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
1
First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then
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 (Z pg. 15) displayed in the
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has
been selected.
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
AUTO
ON
OFF
T60
FINE
FULL
Cassette holder
Erase Protection Gear
EJECT SwitchPUSH Button
Turn to take
up slack.
EN11
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN LCD MONITOR
1
Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60
degrees.
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
2
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
3
Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
4
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
locked.
CLOSE LCD MONITOR
5
First make sure the holder is closed. Then close the
LCD monitor.
NOTES:
●
Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.
●
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.
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Power Zoom Lever
Recording Start/Stop Button
33
22
180°180
°
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 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).
(cont.)
PAUSE
1
Set “POWER” to
“CAMERA”
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”)
ADJUST DIOPTRE
3
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
2
4
3
1
EN13
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
1
Following the illustration at 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 at 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.
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System Select Switch
EJECT Switch
Recording Start/Stop Button
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
Power Switch
VIDEO RECORDING
Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
●
Power (Z pg. 6)
●
Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 10)
●
Tape Length Setting (Z pg. 10)
●
Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 12)
●
Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 12)
LOAD A CASSETTE
1
First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60
degrees.
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder
Power lamp
Power Switch
Tally lamp
(lights while recording is in progress)
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE
2
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”,
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):
POWER 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:
●
When the Power Switch is set to “CAMERA” and the
LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or
more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder
switches off automatically to save power.
●
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 only 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 (Z 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 “POWER 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 (Z pg. 25) 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.
●
While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.
●
To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to pgs.
32 and 34.
LCD Monitor/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 (Z pg. 70, 71).
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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90°
180°
System Select Switch
Recording Start/Stop Button
Power Switch
Power lamp
VIDEO RECORDING
Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor
Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 14).
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
2
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Turn the
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens
cover. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”,
then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or
“PRO.”).
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode.
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
Power Switch
•The scene you are aimed at appears in the LCD
monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed
upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
viewability (Z pg. 17) and press the Recording Start/
Stop Button.
•“ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording
is in progress.
STOP RECORDING
4
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop
recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
●
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. 14).
●
To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to pgs.
32 and 34.
●
For other notes, refer to pg. 15.
Basic Recording (cont.)
Tally lamp
(lights while recording is in progress)
EN17
Journalistic Shooting
In some situations different angles of shooting may be
required for more dramatic results.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
1
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.
TILT LCD MONITOR
2
Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction.
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°:
90° downward, 180° upward).
Interface Shooting
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the
LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while
viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD
1
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180
degrees so that it faces forward.
•When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle
of over approx. 105 degrees, the monitor image is
inverted vertically, and the viewfinder also switches
on.
Self-recording
BRIGHT Dial
START RECORDING
2
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording.
•During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and
indications do not appear inverted as they would
when viewing a mirror.
NOTE:
The monitored image can be viewed on the LCD monitor
and in the viewfinder.
Brightness Control
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by
turning the BRIGHT Dial.
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
1
If you want to brighten the image . . .
Turn the Dial towards “+”.
If you want to darken the image . . .
Turn the Dial towards “–”.
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SNAPSHOT Button
System
Select
Switch
Select Dial Power Switch
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
SNAPSHOT
FULL
PIN UP
MULTI 4
MULTI 9
M . DRIVE
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
Normal Screen
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
MENU Button
Display
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
FULL
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
PIN-UP
P
MD (M.DRIVE) M4 (MULTI-4)
Power lamp
Menu Screen
SNAPSHOT Menu
Menu Screen
During Snapshot mode
P No display
(PIN-UP)
M9 (MULTI-9)
(FULL)
Basic Shooting
When shooting a still image, it is not recorded onto the
tape, but it is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory in
the selected Picture Mode. A stored still image data can be
transferred to a PC, saved, and processed using a Paint
Software programme (Z pg. 49).
A still image processed on the PC can be also inserted
onto a tape (Z pg. 49, 63).
MODE SELECTION
SELECT OPERATION SYSTEM AND
1
MODE
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover, then set the System Select Switch to
“D.S.C.”. Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
• The power lamp lights and an image appears.
SELECT PICTURE MODE
2
Do steps 2 and 3 of “OPERATION” on pg. 20.
Set “PICTURE” to “FINE” or “STANDARD” in the
Menu Screen as required.
•There are two modes: FINE allows you to shoot up
to approx. 30 still images with higher resolution,
and STANDARD allows you to shoot up to approx.
60 still images with lower resolution.
SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE
3
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“SNAPSHOT”, and press it. The SNAPSHOT Menu
appears.
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the
appropriate mode among the 5 Snapshot modes
(Z pg. 19), and press it. Selection is complete.
CLOSE MENU SCREEN
4
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”. Press the Select Dial again to close the
Menu Screen.
STILL IMAGE STORAGE
TAKE SNAPSHOT
1
Press SNAPSHOT.
•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“AUTO”
or “PRO.”), Snapshot recording takes place using
the selected Snapshot mode.
•A still image is stored in the built-in memory and
displayed for approx. 2 seconds. While the still
image remains displayed, that image is in the
process of being stored in memory, and it is
therefore impossible to take another shot during that
time. When the still image disappears and the scene
you are currently aimed at appears on the screen,
you may take another shot.
•The remaining number of shots available is
displayed.
FINE 12
Remaining number
of shots
30 29 1
0
(Blinking)
Pictrue mode
display
FULL*
(Snapshot mode with
no frame)
PIN-UP*
(Pin-Up mode)
MULTI-4 **
(Multi-Analyzer 4)
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NOTES:
●
The remaining number of shots varies according to the
selected Picture Mode. In the “STANDARD” mode,
twice as many still images can be shot as in the “FINE”
mode.
●
Some sample images have been stored in the built-in
memory at the factory.
If you wish to delete them, first remove the “Protect”
function (Z pg. 53), then perform the “Delete” function
(Z pg. 54).
●
When the Power Switch is set to “AUTO”, it is not
possible to select the Snapshot mode. You can use the
Snapshot mode you selected in the “PRO.” mode.
●
If a Snapshot is taken while the camcorder is in the
WIDE mode (Z pg. 33), the Snapshot image is
recorded without the black bars at the top and bottom of
the screen.
MULTI-9**
(Multi-Analyzer 9)
M. DRIVE u
(Motor Drive mode)
* There is a momentary camera shutter-type blackout
together with the image.
** Continuous camera shutter-type blackout takes place 4
or 9 times with the image, like serial photography, then
the 4 or 9 still images you took are displayed.
u Stores 4 still images continuously for approx. 2 seconds.
During still image storage, “MD” blinks and the 4 still
images are displayed in the order that you took them.
There is no sound effect of a shutter closing.
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SNAPSHOT Button
System
Select Switch
MENU Button
Select Dial Power Switch
Display
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
FINE
STANDARD
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
FULL
PICTURE
Power lamp
Menu Screen
PICTURE Menu
D.S.C. SHOOTING
FEATURE:
Picture Mode Setting
(cont.)
PURPOSE:
There are two image settings you can choose from
when storing in the camcorder's memory: FINE and
STANDARD. FINE allows you to shoot up to approx.
30 still images in a format based on JPEG (Joint
Photographic Experts Group). Since the quality of
image is better than “STANDARD”, “FINE” is more
suitable for post-production on a PC. “STANDARD”
allows you to shoot up to approx. 60 still images in a
format based on JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts
Group). Since in this mode, twice as many still images
can be shot as in the “FINE” mode, select this mode
when you wish to shoot many still images.
OPERATION:
1) Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover, and set the System Select Switch to
“D.S.C.”. Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
2) Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
n If you wish the Picture Mode to return to the previous
setting, rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight
bar to “RETURN”.
3) Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“PICTURE”, and press it. The PICTURE Menu
appears.
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“FINE” or “STANDARD”, and press it. Selection is
complete.
4) The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar
on “RETURN”. Press the Select Dial again to close
the Menu Screen.
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
Normal Screen
Picture mode display
STD FINE
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
STD
FULL
STD 12
Menu Screen
Remaining number
of shots
60 59 1
(Blinking)
0
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NOTES:
●
The picture mode’s factory-preset is FINE.
●
Some sample images have been stored in the built-in memory at the factory.
If you wish to delete them, first remove the “Protect” function (Z pg. 53), then perform the “DELETE”
function (Z pg. 54).
●
To store the still images you shot, we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them on
disk (Z pg. 49), or transfer them to a VCR connected to the camcorder and record them onto a tape.
●
When the Power Switch is set to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”) and the LCD monitor is opened at an
angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically
to save power. 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.
●
When the remaining number indicator displays “0” (blinking), it is not possible to continue storing pictures
until you delete some shots to make room for new ones. Perform “DELETE” function in the Menu Screen
to remove pictures you do not need (Zpg. 54).
●
The Picture Mode can be switched to either “FINE”or “STANDARD”. Since the remaining number of shots
available depends on the selected Picture Mode, switching the Picture Mode will vary this number.
●
The LENS COVER warning blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the cover
closed.
●
When SNAPSHOT is pressed with the System Select Switch set to “VIDEO”, the picture is stored in the
camcorder's built-in memory (in the Snapshot mode selected in the “VIDEO” system) and also onto the tape
(if a tape is in the camcorder) (Z pg. 22).
●
When you shoot in a dark environment, the still image will become coarse and its true colours will be lost.
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SNAPSHOT Button
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
System Select Switch
MENU Button
Select Dial
Display
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
FULL
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
Power lamp
Power Switch
Menu Screen
RECORDING
Basic Features
Snapshot
This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital
still images that look like photographs onto a tape, as well
as keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in memory. It is a
great way to spice up footage of events such as parties,
weddings and graduations.
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
SELECT OPERATION SYSTEM AND
1
MODE
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the
lens cover, and set the System Select Switch to
“VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters
Record-Standby mode.
SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE
2
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“SNAPSHOT”, and press it. SNAPSHOT Menu
appears.
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to
“FULL” or “PIN-UP”, and press it. Selection is
complete.
CLOSE MENU SCREEN
3
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“RETURN”. Then press the Select Dial to close the
Menu Screen.
SNAPSHOT
FULL
PIN UP
EXIT
4
NEXT
M . W . B .
D . ZOOM
TELE MACRO
DATE TIME
TAPE LENGTH
PICTURE
SNAPSHOT
4
RETURN
AUTO
ON
OFF
T45
FINE
PIN-UP
SNAPSHOT Menu
Menu Screen
(PIN-UP)
P
No display
(FULL)
P
SNAPSHOT
Display (ex. PIN-UP)
FULL
(Snapshot mode with
no frame)
1
2
3
4
5
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SNAPSHOT RECORDING
TAKE SNAPSHOT
1
Press SNAPSHOT.
•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“AUTO”
or “PRO.”), Snapshot recording takes place using
the selected Snapshot mode.
•A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the
camcorder’s built-in memory.
•First there is a momentary camera shutter-type
blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter
closing, then a still image appears. The scene you
are currently aimed at starts in the centre of a black
screen and wipes in toward the corners.
The screen changes as shown in the illustrations 1
to 5 and the screens 1 to 5 are recorded onto the
tape in the selected mode. Only the still image 3 is
stored in the built-in memory in the selected mode,
then the camcorder resumes normal recording.
If you press during Record-Standby mode . . .
.... the screens 1 to 3 are recorded onto the tape in
the selected mode. Then the camcorder re-enters
the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
●
When the remaining number indicator displays “0”
(blinking), the still image will be recorded onto the
tape but not in the built-in memory. If you wish to store
a still image in the built-in memory, Z pg. 54.
●
The Picture Mode can be switched to either “FINE” or
“STANDARD”. Since the remaining number of shots
available depends on the selected Picture Mode,
switching the Picture Mode will vary this number.
●
If SNAPSHOT is pressed with the System Select Switch
set to “D.S.C.”, Z pg. 18.
●
Image data stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory
can be transferred to a Windows® PC and saved using
the provided image transfer software, Picture Navigator
(Z pg. 49). The image data transferred to a Windows
PC can also be further processed using Mr. Photo Gold.
●
If a snapshot is taken while the camcorder is in the
WIDE mode (Z pg. 33), the snapshot image is
recorded without the black bars at the top and bottom
of the screen.
●
When a Snapshot is taken in a dark environment, the
still image recorded onto the tape and stored in
memory will become coarse and its true colours will
be lost.
®
PIN-UP
(Pin-Up mode)
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