JVC LYT0633-001A User Manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

6 – 13

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVX8

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RECORDING

Basic Recording................................. 14

Advanced Features ............................ 20

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback .................................. 34

Advanced Features ............................ 35

CONNECTIONS

Basic Connections .............................. 38

Advanced Connections ......................... 40

DUBBING

Dubbing To A VCR ............................. 42

Dubbing To A Video Unit

Equipped With A DV Connector ............ 43

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame

Playback and Playback Zoom .............. 46

Playback Special Effects ...................... 47

Random Assemble Editing .................... 48

For More Accurate Editing .................... 52

Audio Dubbing .................................. 54

USER MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

Docking Station ................................ 63

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 64

Indications ...................................... 66

CAUTIONS

TERMS

SPECIFICATIONS

14 – 33

34 – 37

38 – 41

42 – 43

44 – 54

56 – 62

63 – 68

69 – 71

72 – 73

74 – 75

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0633-001A

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.

Using This Instruction Manual

• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.

• 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. 63 – 68) 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 69 through 71 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:

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.

(for owners in the U.K.)

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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:

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The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the Docking Station is on its bottom.

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V507U/V514U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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. the 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 the 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.)

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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 holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) connected, then leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked “ ” can be used

with this unit.

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.)

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 damaged in

any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

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 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.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road

safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

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 will

cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

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 — this

could result in a fatal electrical shock;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•Docking Station CU-V503E

•Remote Control Unit RM-V716U

•Cleaning Cloth

•Editing Cable

(One plug has 3 rings around the pin, and the other has 1 ring around the pin.)

•PC Connection Cable

•AC Power Adapter/Charger

AA-V51EG or AA-V51EK

•DC Cord

•Cable Adapter

•Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)

•JLIP Cable (Both plugs have 3 rings around the pin.)

•Battery Pack BN-V507U

•AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit)

•Core Filter x 2 (for optional S-Video cable and Audio/Video (RCA plug

– RCA plug) cable)

•CD-ROM

The CD ROM contains the following 5 software programmes:

• JLIP Video Capture

• JLIP Video Producer

Mr. Photo Gold

• Mr. Photo

• PhotoAlbum

• ProImage Plus

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D E L

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How To Attach Core Filters

Attach the provided Core Filters to an optional S-Video cable or Audio/Video (RCA plug – RCA plug) cable. Core Filters reduce interference.

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Stopper

Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration.

3 cm

Wind once

Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

 When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

 Available when the POWER Switch is set to “ ” and no

cassette is in the camcorder.

 Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the

demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.

 “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power

is turned off.

 To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Operation Switch

to “ ” and set the POWER Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press the MENU wheel twice while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU wheel to select “OFF” and press it. The normal screen appears.

MENU Wheel

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CHARGE indicator

POWER indicator

Battery pack BN-V507U or BN-V514U

To AC outlet

Power

This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

GETTING STARTED

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/

AC Power Adapter/Charger

DC OUT connector

Battery pack

BN-V507U

BN-V514U (optional)

NOTES:

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Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

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Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.

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Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.

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To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

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If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.

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Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

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When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.

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If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 3 hrs.

Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned

with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays

lit, charging is finished. Pull the battery out. Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from the AC outlet.

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.)

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-V80EG or 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-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger.

BATT. RELEASE Switch

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into the

battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2 of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place as shown in the illustration.

•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... while sliding down BATT. RELEASE, detach it.

Approximate recording time

Battery pack

BN-V507U

BN-V514U

(optional)

BN-V856U

(optional)

NOTES:

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Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

•

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•

The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

•

The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

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Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder off

55 min.

1 hr. 50 min.

7 hrs. 30 min.

LCD monitor off/ Viewfinder on

1 hr. 5 min.

2 hrs. 10 min.

9 hrs.

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To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/ Charger

To battery pack mount

To DC OUT terminal

Power cord

DC cord

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

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The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

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For other notes,  pg. 6.

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PAUSE

Power Zoom Lever

START/STOP Button

POWER Switch

MODE Dial

Lock Button

GETTING STARTED

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp

the grip.

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

operate the START/STOP Button and Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the POWER Switch to “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and set the MODE Dial to any position.

Pull out the viewfinder fully.

Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

(cont.)

Dioptre Adjustment Control

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s

mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a smallsized tripod.

POWER Switch

POWER Lamp

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Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback ( pg. 35).

MENU Wheel

FAD

Display

Lock Button

Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The

Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER

Operation Switch

POWER lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”. Press it and

“DISPLAY MENU” appears.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “CLOCK ADJ.”.

Press it and “day” is highlighted. Rotate the MENU wheel to input the day. Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.

W –

–

M –

–

MEN

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DISPLAY MENU

000

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/time setting before using the camcorder. Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the date/time.

NOTE:

Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, 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 MENU wheel, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set.

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Cassette holder cover

Cassette holder

Make sure the window side is facing out.

PUSH HERE

OPEN/EJECT Switch

Erase protection tab*

To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .

.... slide the erase protection tab on the back of

the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading it.

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.

Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of

the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

•Do not touch internal components.

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 holder cover.

•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery with a fully charged one before continuing.

Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks

into place.

Approximate recording time

Tape

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.

60 min. 60 min. 90 min.

80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Recording mode

SP LP

NOTES:

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It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.

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If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.

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If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.

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When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover.

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Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.

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Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading.

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When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder 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 18 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

POWER Switch

POWER Lamp

Lock Button

Operation Switch

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Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.

Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER

Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The POWER lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ” and press it.

“CAMERA MENU” appears.

MENU Wheel

Display

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “REC MODE” and

press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating the MENU wheel and press it. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

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Y E

Menu Screen

Sub Menu

•Audio Dubbing ( pg. 54) is impossible on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

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If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

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It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.

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During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.

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F.AUTO

To turn on the camcorder, set the POWER Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the POWER Switch, Operation Switch and MODE Dial.

POWER Switch

POWER Lamp

Lock Button

Operation Switch

When the Operation Switch is set to “ ”, “F. AUTO” appears. When set to “ ”, there is no indication.

POWER Switch Position

Allows you to record.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

Allows you to play back a recording or to transfer a still image to a computer.

Operation Switch Position

(Manual):

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.

(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

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MODE Dial

MODE

The following indications appear in the upper left corner, depending on the MODE Dial position.

No display :

When set to “VIDEO”

PS :

When set to “

”

MODE Dial Position

VIDEO

(Progressive mode)

Function

•Allows you to record video and still images. Approx. 6 seconds of a still image is inserted between video recordings ( pg. 16).

•Zoom magnification over 10X is available ( pg. 17, 23).

•Allows you to record moving images (successive jitter-free still images) with superior quality ( pg. 20). The still images can also be processed on a PC or printed out.

•Zoom magnification over 10X is available ( pg. 17, 23).

•Playback of images recorded in this mode is not smooth.

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BR I GHT

START/STOP Button

min

(Now calculating)

Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)

POWER Switch

POWER Lamp

Lock Button

MODE Dial

Display

Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

90 min

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

89 min

1 min0 min

3 min

2 min

RECORDING

NOTE:

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

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Power ( pg. 6)

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Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8)

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Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8)

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Load A Cassette ( pg. 10)

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Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 11)

Set the MODE Dial to “VIDEO” and set the POWER

Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Shooting while using the viewfinder:

LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.

•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during use.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor:

the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD monitor fully.

•The POWER lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

Press START/STOP. “ ” appears while recording is

in progress.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press START/STOP. The camcorder re-enters the

Record-Standby mode.

Basic Recording

Make sure the

Make sure

180°

90°

MENU Wheel

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

.... rotate the MENU wheel until the bright level indicator

on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

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NOTES:

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When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

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The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.

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The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

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

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Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.

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The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

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“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.

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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.

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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. To avoid this, refer to “Recording from the middle of a tape” ( pg. 18).

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During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the headphone connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback ( pg. 34).

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To turn the tally lamp off during recording,  pg. 22, 23.

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To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording,  pg. 22, 25.

Self-Recording

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

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MENU Wheel

MODE Dial

POWER Switch

Lock Button

Operation Switch

SNAPSHOT Button

Display

* There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

When the MODE Dial is set to “ recording will be performed with higher quality (

 pg. 20).

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LNL

–UP

Menu Screen

PIN-UP Pin-Up mode

FULL Snapshot mode with no frame*

”, snapshot

RECORDING

Basic Recording (cont.)

Snapshot

This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Set the POWER Switch to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch and the MODE Dial to “VIDEO” or “ ”, then set the Operation Switch to “ ”. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”. Press it and

“CAMERA MENU” appears.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SNAP MODE”,

then press it.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired

Snapshot mode, then press it. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT.

If you press during Record-Standby . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

If you press during Recording . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)

NOTES:

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To remove the shutter sound,  “BEEP/TALLY” on pg. 23.

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

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If Programme AE with special effects ( pg. 30) is engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.

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If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON” ( pg. 24), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

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During playback as well, all snapshot modes are available.

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

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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

1xW

10xW

Zoom display

10xW

Approximate zoom ratio

20xW

40xW

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

POWER Switch

FEATURE:

Zooming

PURPOSE:

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

 The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

NOTES:

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Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 19), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

Zooming is possible to a maximum of 200X, or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom ( pg. 23).

●

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 when digital image processing, such as Picture Wipe/Dissolve ( pg. 28, 29) or Video Echo ( pg. 31), is activated.

●

Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in the Menu Screen on page 24.

Power Zoom Lever

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RECORDING

Basic Recording (cont.)

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 ( pg. 48 – 53), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank portion is left 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 this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A Tape” below in the following cases;

•When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape.

•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 shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 37) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,

then engage the Still Playback mode ( pg. 34).

2. Set the POWER Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then

start recording.

NOTES:

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The time code cannot be reset.

●

During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.

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The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” ( pg. 25, 35).

Display

12:34:24

Frames are not displayed during recording.

Minutes

Seconds

Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Proper recording

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Time code 00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Time code 05:44:00

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

Focus detection zone

While focusing on a further subject

FOCUS FOCUS

While focusing on a nearer subject

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FEATURE:

Auto Focus

PURPOSE:

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

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall,

or a clear, blue sky.*

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

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

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

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

* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and

NOTES:

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

●

When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first ( pg. 17). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” ( pg. 24) is activated.

FEATURE:

Manual Focus

PURPOSE:

To obtain correct focus.

OPERATION:

1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments

( pg. 8).

2) Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press FOCUS (3). The manual focus indicator appears.

3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU wheel towards “+”. “ ” appears and blinks. To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU wheel towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.

4) Press the MENU wheel. Focus adjustment is complete.

To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS (3) twice or set the Operation Switch to “ ”. If FOCUS (3) is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.

NOTES:

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

●

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

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START/STOP Button

SNAPSHOT Button

MODE Dial

POWER Switch

Lock Button

RECORDING

Advanced Features

Progressive Mode Recording

This mode lets you record moving images (successive jitter-free still images) onto a tape. Images can then played back jitter-free, with superior quality. High-resolution still images can also be processed on a personal computer or can be printed out ( pg. 41).

Set the MODE Dial to “ ”, then 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.

To start Progressive Mode Recording, press START/

STOP.

To End Progressive Mode Recording . . .

.... press START/STOP. 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 MODE Dial is set to “ ”, Picture Wipe/ Dissolve ( pg. 28) and some Programme AE with special effects ( pg. 31) cannot be used.

●

If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the PS mode, a snapshot will be recorded with higher quality than in VIDEO mode. ( pg. 16).

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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.

Scan A

1 Frame

Scan B

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.

2. Progressive mode shooting of moving images (Progressive Mode Recording  pg. 20)

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.

Scan A

Scan B

Skip

Scan C

Scan D

Skip

Odd-number

Field

Even-number

Field

Odd-number

Field

Even-number

Field

25 Frames per second

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FAD

Display

W W R

POWER Switch

Lock Button

Operation Switch

MENU Wheel

RECORDING

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 23 – 25).

Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER

Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the

Advanced Features (cont.)

viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.

–

N F

–

L T

T C

M C

D T

E K

Menu Screen

Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function

icon, and press it. The selected function menu appears.

Function menu setting depends on the function.

If you have selected “ ”, “ ” or “ ” . . .

.... see pg. 23.

If you have selected “ ”, “ ” or “ ” . . .

.... go to step 5.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function

and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Then, rotate the MENU wheel to select the parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.

Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•The icon represents “END”.

END

Sub Menu

MEN

000

112

Normal Screen

Menu Screen Explanations

FADER/WIPE P.AE/EFFECT W.BALANCE

REC MODE

SOUND 12 BIT MODE

16 BIT

ZOOM 10X

40X

200X

SNAP MODE

GAIN UP OFF

CAMERA MENU

BEEP/ ON: MEL. TALLY

ID NUMBER

FULL PIN-UP

AGC AUTO

ON: BEEP

OFF

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 28, 29).

Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 30, 31).

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” ( pg. 33).

Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference ( pg. 11).

Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models)

Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

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

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

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

Refer to “Snapshot” ( pg. 16).

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

The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

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

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 16).

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect ( pg. 16).

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

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

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: Factory-preset

NOTE:

The “ CAMERA MENU” settings are effective when the Operation Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.

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