JVC LYT0332-001A User Manual
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVL9600
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INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0332-001A
EN
2 EN
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 (
• 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. 72 – 76) 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 77 and 78 before use.
Z pg. 5).
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.
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.
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.
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-V607U/V615U 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.
EN3
TW
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 securely attach and
use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding
the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette
cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as
they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the
camcorder.
CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video,
S-Video, Editing, DC) to the camcorder and leaving
the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as
tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to
fall, resulting in damage.
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
• AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V68
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V711U
•S-Video Cable
•DC Cord
•MiniDV Cassette Tape
30 Min (DVM-30)
M-DV30ME
• Battery Pack
BN-V607U
•Editing Cable
•Audio/Video
(A/V) Cable
n This camcorder is designed exclusively for
the digital video cassette. Only cassettes
marked
Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini
DV 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.)
can be used with this unit.
•JLIP-PC Connection Cable
•Shoulder Strap
•CD-ROM
The CD ROM contains
the following 3
software programms:
JLIP Video Capture
JLIP Video Producer
Presto!
Mr. Photo/PhotoAlbum/ImageFolio
• Core Filter
(for headphone
cable)
• Lithium Battery
CR2025
(for remote
control unit)
•Cleaning Cloth
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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.
ABOUT DV
NOTE:
The data recorded on a tape is digital, but the output of this camcorder is analogue.
VIDEO
Lens
Chrominance (C)
AUDIO
Mic
This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape.
Head tracking
direction
Luminance Signal (Y)
Colour Difference
Signal (R-Y/B-Y)
Chromatic
Analysis
conversion
conversion
conversion
12 tracks/frame
A/D
A/D
A/D
Tape direction
Sub-Code Area
Video Area
Signal
compression
Audio Area
ITI Area
Recording by
rotating head
helical scan
5.24 mm
6.35 mm
1 Sub-Code Area
The Time Code and Date/Time data are
written here, separate from the video data.
This enables you to display the date and
time during playback, even if they weren’t
displayed while recording.
2 Video Area
The digital video signal is recorded here.
3 Audio Area
The digital audio signal is recorded here.
4 ITI (Insert and Tracking
Information) Area
Insert editing and post-recording editing
tracking signals are recorded here.
CONTENTS
EN5
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
ABOUT DV
GETTING STARTED
Power ......................................................................................................................... 6
Date/Time Settings ......................................................................................................... 8
Loading/Unloading A Cassette............................................................................................ 9
Recording Mode Setting .................................................................................................. 10
Grip Adjustment ........................................................................................................... 11
Viewfinder Adjustment ................................................................................................... 11
Shoulder Strap Attachment .............................................................................................. 12
Tripod Mounting ........................................................................................................... 12
Operation Mode ........................................................................................................... 13
RECORDING
Basic Recording ............................................................................................................ 14
Advanced Features ........................................................................................................ 20
PLAYBACK
Basic Playback ............................................................................................................. 43
Advanced Features ........................................................................................................ 46
Basic Connections.......................................................................................................... 48
Advanced Connections .................................................................................................... 50
TAPE DUBBING
Tape Dubbing ............................................................................................................... 52
Digital Dubbing ............................................................................................................ 53
6 – 13
14 – 42
43 – 51
52 – 53
3
4
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Random Assemble Editing................................................................................................ 58
For More Accurate Editing ............................................................................................... 62
Audio Dubbing ............................................................................................................. 64
Insert Editing ............................................................................................................... 65
TROUBLESHOOTING
54 – 65
66 – 70
USER MAINTENANCE
INDEX
Controls, Connectors And Indicators.................................................................................... 72
Indications ..................................................................................................................74
Term s ........................................................................................................................76
CAUTIONS
72 – 76
77 – 78
SPECIFICATIONS
71
79
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Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets
you choose the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
●
No function is available without power supply.
●
Use only specified power supply.
●
Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
Battery pack
BN-V607U
To AC outlet
Charger
indicator 1
Power lamp
DC OUT terminal
Charger indicator 2
Power cord
AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V68
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER
1
Make sure you unplug the camcorder's DC cord from the
AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Plug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord into an AC
outlet. The power lamp comes on.
ATTACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
2
Attach while making sure the marks are facing
down and aligned with the corresponding marks on the
AC Power Adapter/Charger.
• The Charger Indicator (1 or 2) begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
CONFIRM STATUS
3
When the charger indicator stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished.
• If two batteries are attached to the charger, they will be
charged in the order that they were attached.
DETACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
4
Slide the battery or batteries in the opposite direction of
the arrow and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC
Adapter/Charger’s power cord from an AC outlet.
Charging time
Battery pack
BN-V607U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs.
BN-V615U approx. 3 hrs. approx. 6 hrs.
GETTING STARTED
ONE TWO
NOTES:
●
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.
●
Charging times noted above are for 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 charger 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.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder
temperatures.
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.
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.)
EN7
USING THE BATTERY PACK
TILT VIEWFINDER UPWARD
1
2
Battery Release Button
2
12
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.
1
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2
With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
downward, push the battery pack slightly against the
battery pack mount
pack to attach it
•
If the battery pack is attached with its mark set
in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack. . .
.... tilt the viewfinder upward and slide the battery pack
up slightly while pressing the Battery Release Button to
detach it.
NOTES:
●
Continuous shooting is possible when the temperature is
approx. 20˚C.
●
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-V607U 50 min. 65 min. 45 min.
BN-V615U 100 min. 130 min. 90 min.
BN-V856U 6 hrs. 7 hrs. 30 min. 5 hrs. 30 min.
LCD monitor on/ LCD monitor off/ LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on
1, then slide down the battery
2.
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.
GETTING STARTED
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as
shown in the illustration).
To AC outlet
Power cord
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V68
DC OUT terminal
NOTES:
●
The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
●
For other notes, Z pg. 6.
To battery
pack mount
DC Cord
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Select Dial
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
FLASH
4
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
ON SCREEN OFF
4
DATE / TIME
RETURN
MENU Button
Display
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
AUTO
– – – – –6– – – – –
ONDISPLAY
1 . 1 . 00
00 : 00
F
F
5S
O
Y
A
L
P
Power Switch
Recording Menu
Date/Time Menu
Power lamp
Lock Button
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
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. 47).
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,
and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is
turned on.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”
by rotating the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial and
the Date/Time Menu appears.
INPUT DATE AND TIME
4
Move the highlight bar to “DATE/TIME” by rotating
the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial and “day” is
highlighted and begins blinking.
Rotating the Select Dial, input the day. Press the
Select Dial. Repeat the procedure to input the month,
year, hour and minute.
•Press the Select Dial 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, a 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 etc. 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 the Select Dial, the date and
time begin operation from the date and time you just set.
Erase
protection
switch*
Make sure the
window side is
facing out.
PUSH HERE
*
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 holder
OPEN/EJECT
Switch
Cassette cover
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.
OPEN CASSETTE COVER
1
Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then
swing the cover open until it locks. The holder opens
automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
INSERT/REMOVE TAPE
2
Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to
close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cover. Do not apply force. Replace
the battery with a fully charged one before
continuing.
CLOSE CASSETTE COVER
3
Approximate recording time
Tape
DVM-30 30 min. 45 min.
DVM-60 60 min. 90 min.
Recording mode
SP LP
EN9
GETTING STARTED
NOTES:
●
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
●
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette cover and try again. If the
cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
●
If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later,
insert it again.
●
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before
opening the cover.
●
Closing the cassette cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.
●
Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is
closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on
before loading or unloading.
●
When resuming recording, once you open the cassette 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 19 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
10 EN
Select Dial
4
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
FLASH
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
4
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
FLASH
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
MENU Button
Display
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
AUTO
– – – – –6– – – – –
SP
40X
OFF
AGC
AUTO
– – – – –
6– – – – –
F
F
5S
O
Y
A
L
P
Power Switch
Recording Menu
Power lamp
Lock Button
GETTING STARTED
(cont.)
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,
and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
•The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is
turned on.
ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
SET RECORDING MODE
3
First move the highlight bar to “REC MODE” by
rotating the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial and the
parameter “SP” or “LP” is highlighted. Select “SP” or
“LP” by rotating the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial
twice to exit from the Recording Menu.
•Insert Editing or 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:
●
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
●
It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode
on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
●
During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be
momentary pauses in the sound.
Recording mode indicator
SP
– – – – –6– – – – –
SP LP
Power Zoom Lever
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.
EN11
Recording Start/Stop Button
3
2
1
A
L
P
Lock Button
GETTING STARTED
Viewfinder Adjustment
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ”, “ ”, “5S”or “ ”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.
POSITION VIEWFINDER
2
Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for
best viewability (see illustration on left).
ADJUST DIOPTER
3
Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
F
F
5S
O
Y
PAUSE
Set to “
“5S” or “
”, “ ”,
”.
12 EN
Buckle
2
3
1
4
GETTING STARTED
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
1
Make sure the battery pack or DC cord is removed.
As shown in the illustration on left, thread the strap
through the low eyelet 1, then fold it back and
thread it through the buckle 2.
ADJUST LENGTH
2
Adjust as shown in the illustration on left 3.
ATTACH TO THE OTHER EYELET
3
Repeat step 1 to attach the other end of the strap to
the other eyelet 4, making sure the strap is not
twisted.
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.
(cont.)
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legs fully to stabilize 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
from “OFF” to any other position, press and
hold the lock button located on the switch.
EN13
Operation Mode
Tuning the Power Switch allows you to choose the
appropriate operation mode among the following modes:
Full Auto mode ( ), Manual mode ( ), 5 second
recording mode (5S), Progressive mode ( ) and
Playback mode ( ).
Power lamp
F
F
O
Y
A
L
P
5S
Lock Button
Power Switch
According to the Power 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
“
”, “5S” or “ ”
(When set to “5S”,
“MANUAL” blinks.)
Power Switch
Position
Full Auto:
Manual:
5 second
recording
mode:
5S
Camera Position
Progressive
mode:
Playback:
OFF
Function
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.
Allows you to record 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 Select Dial.
Allows you to record moving
images (successive jitter-free still
images) with superior quality. A
high-resolution still image can
also be processed on a personal
computer or can be printed out.
Allows you to play back a recording,
Z pg. 43 – 51.
Allows you to switch off the
camcorder. After setting to this
position, Manual Focus and
Exposure Control are automatically reset to “AUTO”.
GETTING STARTED
If you have selected , then these
indications do not appear.
14 EN
Recording Start/Stop Button
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Power lamp
F
F
O
Y
A
L
P
5S
Lock Button
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)
●
Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 11)
●
Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 11)
LOAD A CASSETTE
1
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
Power Switch
Tally lamp
(lights while recording
is in progress)
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE
2
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Set
the Power Switch to the camera position (“ ”, “ ”,
“5S” or “ ”) while pressing down the Lock Button
located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder
fully.
•The lens cover opens, the power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you are aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
•“ ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is
in progress.
Recording Start/Stop Button
IND. ON/OFF Button
Tape remaining time indicator
25 min
(Now calculating)
min
90min
89min
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 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. 17)
the image appears simultaneously in the LCD monitor
and the viewfinder.
●
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 tape remaining time is only displayed in the
viewfinder as shown.
●
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.
●
“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” (
●
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.
●
To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to pgs.
28 and 30.
Z
pg. 19).
RECORDING
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
You can make the LCD monitor/Viewfinder indications
appear/disappear.
PRESS IND. ON/OFF BUTTON
1
To turn off the indications, press IND. ON/OFF for
more than 1 second.
Press again for more than 1 second to make the
indications reappear.
NOTE:
It is impossible to make the tape running indicator “
and warnings etc. disappear from the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder. For the indications that can be removed,
Z
pg. 74 and 75.
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180°
PUSH-OPEN Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
90°
F
F
O
Y
A
L
P
5S
Power Switch
Power lamp
Lock Button
RECORDING
Basic Recording (cont.)
Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor
Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 14).
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
2
Make sure the viewfinder is fully tilted downward
and pushed back in. Set the Power Switch to the
camera position (“ ”, “ ”, “5S” or “ ”) while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Press PUSH-OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully.
•The lens cover opens, the power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you are aimed at appears in the LCD
monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed
upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
viewability (Z pg. 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. 28 and 30.
●
For other notes, refer to pg. 15.
Tally lamp
(lights while recording
is in progress)
Self-Recording
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Journalistic Shooting
In some situations different angles of shooting may be
required for more dramatic results.
OPEN LCD MONITOR
1
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.
TILT LCD MONITOR
2
Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction.
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°:
90° downward, 180° upward).
Interface Shooting
A person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD
monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing
your own image in the LCD monitor.
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD
1
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180
degrees so that it faces forward.
•The monitor image is inverted vertically. If the
viewfinder is pulled out at that time, it will also
switch on.
START RECORDING
2
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording.
•During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running”
indicator and warning indications (Z pg. 75) 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)
RECORDING
BRIGHT
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6
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Select Dial
Brightness Control
You can adjust the brightness of the display by rotating the
Select Dial.
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
1
Rotate the Select Dial until the brightness indicator
moves and the display reaches its appropriate
brightness.
•The brightness indication appears on the display.
•If the viewfinder is pulled out, it is also possible to
adjust its brightness.
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RECORDING
Basic Recording (cont.)
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
D
T
W
Digital
zoom zone
10X (optical)
zoom zone
D
T
1X
10X
W
D
T
20X
W
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom display
D
T
10X
W
Approximate zoom ratio
Power Zoom Lever
FEATURE:
Zooming
PURPOSE:
D
T
40X
W
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Push the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Push the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
n 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
(Z pg. 37), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
●
In Full Auto mode (when the Power Switch is set to
“ ”), zoom magnification of up to 40X is possible.
In Manual mode (when the Power Switch is set to
“ ”, “5S” or “ ”), zooming is possible to a
maximum of 200X or can be switched to 10X
magnification offered by optical zoom.
●
Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
●
During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
●
Digital zoom cannot be used while functions done
through Digital image processing (Digital Image
Stabiliser (DIS), Z pg. 29, High Speed Recording,
Z
pg. 42, Picture Wipe/Dissolve function,
Z
pg. 32, Snapshot, Z pg. 25, Video Echo,
Z
pg. 35 etc.) are activated.
●
Macro shooting (as close as approx. 1.5 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 30.
F
F
5S
O
Y
A
L
P
Power Switch
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NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded
scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 58 – 63), 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. 44).
2. Set the Power Switch to the camera position (“ ”, “ ”, “5S” or “ ”) and start recording.
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Display
Time code is displayed
during playback.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames
(25 frames = 1 second)
RECORDING
NOTES:
●
The Time Code cannot be reset.
●
During fast-forwarding and rewinding, time code indication does not move smoothly.
When blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Shooting start point
Time code
05:43:21
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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MENU Button/
IND. ON/OFF Button
RECORDING
Displaying The Date And Time During
RECORDING
Advanced Features
Advanced Features
Recording
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”, “5S” or “ ”, 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. 8). Set “DISPLAY” to “ON”
in the Date/Time Menu. The Date/Time is always
displayed when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ”, “5S” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button.
Power lamp
F
F
5S
O
Y
A
L
P
Lock Button
Select Dial Power Switch
Display
REC MODE
WIDE MODE OFF
ZOOM
DIS
GAIN UP
FLASH
4
TO DATE / TIME MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
END
ON SCREEN OFF
DATE / TIME
4
RETURN
SP
40X
OFF
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ACCESS RECORDING MENU
2
Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
3
Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”
by rotating the Select Dial. Press it and the Date/Time
Menu appears.
SELECT FUNCTION
4
Move the highlight bar to “DISPLAY” by rotating the
Select Dial, then press it.
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
5
Cycle through the available settings of the selected
functions by rotating the Select Dial and stop when
the one you want is displayed. Then press it and the
highlight bar automatically moves to “RETURN”.
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
6
Press the Select Dial twice. Selection is complete and
the menu disappears.
NOTES:
●
Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON SCREEN”
to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The display appears on
the connected TV .
●
The Indicator/Display function overrides these settings.
Even if you have set “ON SCREEN” to “ON”, pressing
IND. ON/OFF for longer than 1 second removes the
indications from the screen. Pressing it for longer than
1 second again makes the indications re-appear (“LCD
Monitor/Viewfinder Indications”, Z pg. 15).
SNAPSHOT Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
F
F
O
Y
A
L
P
Display
MANUAL
PAUSE
5S MODE
After 5 sec.
MANUAL
PAUSE
5S MODE
Power lamp
5S
Lock Button
Power Switch
REC
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Record-Standby
REC
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Scene (5-second recording)
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips
to keep the action moving. The 5-Second function may
also be activated during Full Auto operation. But the White
Balance remains in the previously adjusted condition.
While the 5-Second mode is activated, Fade/Wipe effect
(Z pg. 33), Prgram AE with special effects (Z pg. 35) and
other manual operations except the menu settings cannot
be performed.
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “5S” while pressing down the
Lock Button, and pull out the viewfinder fully or open
the LCD monitor fully.
•“5S MODE” appears.
ENGAGE 5S MODE
2
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. 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 and hold the Recording Start/Stop
Button within 5 seconds after recording starts,
Record-Standby mode is not engaged.
END 5S MODE
3
Set the Power Switch to the “ ”, “ ”, “ ” or
“OFF” position.
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button in
step 2, set the Snapshot Dial to the desired mode, then
press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second
still (Z pg. 24). When “SCENE” is set to “ANIM.”
(Z pg. 26) this function is not available.
NOTE:
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. 26).
Dissolves during 5 second recording mode
Select “5SD” at the System Menu (Z pg. 30). “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.
NOTE:
When “DIS” is set to “ON” (Z pg. 29), dissolve is
disabled during 5 second recording mode (5SD). Instead,
only simple 5-second recording (5S) of scenes takes place.
RECORDING
Dissolves during 5 second recording mode
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Recording Start/Stop Button
Display
MANUAL
PAUSE
SNAPSHOT Button
5S
F
F
O
Y
A
L
P
Power Switch
– – –
Power lamp
Lock Button
RECORDING
Advanced Features (cont.)
Progressive Mode Recording
Recording a high-resolution still image. If an image is
recorded using the Progressive Mode, it is possible to play
back a jitter-free still image with superior quality. A highresolution still image can also be processed on a personal
computer or can be printed out (Z pg. 50, 51).
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully. The
power lamp lights and “PS” appears.
START PROGRESSIVE MODE
2
RECORDING
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp
lights.
To End Progressive Video Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
●
When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is
played back, the image may not look natural.
●
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”, Picture Wipe/
Dissolve (Z pg. 32) and the modes of Program AE with
special effects other than “SHUTTER”, “TWILIGHT”,
“SEPIA” or “MONOTONE” (Z pg. 35) cannot be used.
●
The Pro Snapshot modes other than Multi-Analyser 4 &
9 (Z pg. 24) are also possible in the Progressive Mode.
MANUAL
Progressive mode display
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Description of Progressive Scan CCD
Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to
pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of
outputting 50 full Frames* per second — twice the amount of conventional systems — it is able to deliver a
high quality picture even when its output signal is converted to a format that can be viewed on a TV screen.
*A PAL TV screen image is composed of 25 Frames per second. 1 Frame is made up of 2 Fields.
1 Frame
Scan A
Scan B
2. Progressive mode shooting of moving images (Progressive Mode Recording Z pg. 22)
Scan A is recorded, divided into an odd- and even-number Field, and then Scan B is skipped. Scans C and D
are handled in the same way as Scans A and B, as illustrated below, thereby recording 25 Frames per second.
Since each recorded odd- and even-number Field originates from the same Scan there is no time lag between
them, and so when they are combined into a Frame and a still image is displayed on a TV or PC monitor the
picture does not look jittery. However, when moving images are played back, the picture can look unnatural.
1. Regular shooting of moving images
Records 25 odd and 25 even image Fields, for a total of 50
per second. Since there is a time lag between an odd and
even Field, when they are combined to make 1 Frame the
part of the image that is moving appears as image jitter.
However, during normal playback, the moving picture
looks smooth and natural.
RECORDING
Odd-number
Field
Even-number
Field
Scan B
Skip
Odd-number
Field
Scan CScan A
Even-number
Field
Scan D
Skip
25 Frames per second
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PHOTO
SNAPSHOT Button
F
F
O
Y
A
L
P
5S
Power Switch
Display
Align marks.
S
N
A
P
S
SNAPSHOT Dial
H
O
T
Power lamp
Lock Button
During snapshot
RECORDING
Advanced Features (cont.)
Pro Snapshot
Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a
snapshot, or several of them in succession.
PRO SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
SELECT OPERATION MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ”, “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,
and pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD
monitor fully.
•When the Power Switch is set to “ ” , MultiAnalyser 4 and Multi-Analyser 9 are not available.
SELECT PRO SNAPSHOT MODE
2
Choose the appropriate mode from among the 6 Pro
Snapshot modes (Z pg. 25) by setting the Snapshot
Dial.
PRO SNAPSHOT RECORDING
TAKE PRO SNAPSHOT
1
Press SNAPSHOT.
•When the “ ” flash ready indicator is displayed,
flash takes place.
If you press during Record-Standby . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 5 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.
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