JVC LYT1193-001A User Manual

DIGITAL PROGRESSIVE VIDEO CAMERA

GR-PD1

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ENGLISH

GETTING STARTED 10

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK

INSTRUCTIONS

ADVANCED FEATURES

REFERENCES

TERMS

LYT1193-001A

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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 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 (墌 pg. 82 – 85) and familiarise yourself with button locations, etc. before use. … read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely

important information regarding the safe use of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 76 through 78 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

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

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

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

CAUTIONS:

● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

● When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/ Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES:

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

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

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CAUTIONS:

● 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 JVC BN-V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use 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.)

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections

between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed

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

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating

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

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —

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

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

for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

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

this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.

When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided 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!

Connecting cables (S/AV/Editing, USB, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” or “ ” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene…

… make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . … make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . … 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.)

Provided Accessories

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AC Power Adapter/

Charger

AA-V40EG

AA-V40EK

Remote Control Unit

RM-V717U

Lens Hood

(Already attached to the

camcorder; 墌 pg. 7)

S/AV/Editing Cable Editing Extension Cable Component Video Cable Audio Extension Cable

DC Cord Battery Pack

AAA (R03) Battery x 2

(for remote control unit)

Lens Cap

(墌 pg. 7 for attachment)

(墌 pg. 6 for attachment)

BN-V428U

CD-ROM USB Cable

Shoulder Strap

Memory Card 8 MB

(Already inserted in the

camcorder)

Handle

(墌 pg. 8 for attachment)

Audio Cable x 2

(for connection of

optional headphones

and external microphone

墌 pg. 8)

NOTES:

● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.

● Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

Cleaning Cassette Core Filter

(墌 pg. 6 for attachment)

•Large x 1

•Medium x 2

•Small x 3

Cable Adapter

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How To Attach The Core Filter

Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.

Types of core filters

Size Cable

Large i.LINK cable* Twice

Medium USB cable** Once

Small

* Optional

(If you have an optional JVC i.LINK cable VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U with core filters, it is not necessary to attach the provided core filter. If you are going to use any other i.LINK cable, attach the provided core filter.)

** Attach two core filters to both ends of the cable.

The procedure below is an example of winding cable once.

DC cord Audio cable

Tim es to

wind

Once

1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core

filter.

Stopper

2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving

approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.

● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

3 cm

How To Attach The Strap

1 Following the illustration, thread the strap

through the eyelet a.

2 Fold it back and thread it through the buckle b. 3 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of

the strap to the other eyelet c.

4 Confirm the strap is not twisted.

Wind once.

3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

NOTES:

● Take care not to damage the cable.

● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the

core filter to the camcorder.

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How To Detach/Attach The Lens Hood

The provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight, the same way professional photographers do.

Screw

Lens hood

To det ach

1 Loosen the screw on the lens hood. 2 Turn the lens hood counterclockwise.

To att a ch

1 While slanting the lens hood, align the lens hood

with the camcorder’s lens, and then turn it clockwise.

2 Tighten the screw on the lens hood.

NOTE:

Normally, use the camcorder with the lens hood attached. Remove the lens hood only when you use the optional wide or telephoto conversion lens.

How To Attach The Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the lens hood when camcorder is not in use.

NOTE:

You cannot attach the lens cap directly to the camcorder.

Place here during shooting

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How To Use The Audio Cable

When using optional headphones or external microphone, connect to the provided audio cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

Microphone

Headphones

Audio cable (provided)

Core filter

To (headphones)

To MI C

How To Attach The Handle

Mount the Handle on the Shoe and tighten the screw. You can attach the optional Video Light or Stereo Microphone to the Shoe on the Handle or on the camcorder’s Shoe. When using the Microphone or Video Light, refer also to its instruction manual.

Screw

Open the connector cover.

CONTENTS

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GETTING STARTED 10

Power .......................................................................10

Grip Adjustment .......................................................12

Tripod Mounting ......................................................12

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................................12

Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................13

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......................13

Operation Mode .......................................................14

Date/Time Settings ....................................................15

Loading A Cassette

/Unloading A Cassette ..........................................16

Loading A Memory Card

/Unloading A Memory Card .................................17

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18

VIDEO RECORDING ....................................................18

Basic Recording ........................................................18

Recording Mode .......................................................19

Tape Remaining Time ...............................................20

Zooming ...................................................................20

Journalistic Shooting .................................................20

Interface Shooting .....................................................20

Time Code ................................................................21

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ....................21

VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................................................22

Normal Playback ......................................................22

Still Playback ............................................................22

Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................................22

Shuttle Search ...........................................................23

Blank Search ............................................................23

Connections To A TV Or VCR .................................. 24

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 26

D.S.C. RECORDING .....................................................26

Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............................26

D.S.C. PLAYBACK .......................................................27

Normal Playback Of Images .....................................27

Auto Playback Of Images .........................................27

Index Playback Of Files ............................................28

Viewing File Information ..........................................28

Removing On-Screen Display ...................................28

Protecting Files .........................................................29

Deleting Files ...........................................................30

Resetting The File Name ...........................................31

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ................... 31

Initialising A Memory Card .......................................32

ADVANCED FEATURES 33

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .......................... 33

Changing The Menu Settings .................................... 33

RECORDING MENUS .................................................. 34

PLAYBACK MENUS ..................................................... 39

FEATURES FOR RECORDING .......................................41

Self-Timer .................................................................41

Snapshot (For Video Recording) ...............................42

Exposure Control ......................................................42

Iris Lock ...................................................................43

Backlight Compensation ........................................... 43

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment ............................44

Manual Iris Adjustment ............................................44

Auto Focus ...............................................................44

Manual Focus ........................................................... 45

Manual Zooming ...................................................... 45

White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 46

Manual White Balance Adjustment .......................... 47

Wipe Or Fader Effects ..............................................48

Program AE .............................................................. 48

Special Effects ..........................................................49

NAVIGATION Function ........................................... 50

DUBBING ..................................................................52

Dubbing To Or From A VCR .................................... 52

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With

An i.LINK Connector (Digital Dubbing) ................ 53

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To

A Memory Card .................................................... 55

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...........................56

Audio Dubbing (DV only) ........................................58

Insert Editing (DV only) ............................................59

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] (DV only) ........60

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ..............................................65

Connection To A Personal Computer .......................65

Using The Camcorder As A WebCam .......................66

REFERENCES 67

DETAILS ....................................................................67

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 68

CAUTIONS .................................................................76

USER MAINTENANCE .................................................. 79

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 80

INDEX .......................................................................82

TERMS 86

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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.

Charging The Battery Pack

Battery pack

BN-V416U or

BN-V428U

GETTING STARTED

POWER indicator

AC Power Adapter/ Charger

CHARGE indicator

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord

from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.

2 Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord

into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

3 Attach the battery pack with the YZ mark

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

4 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but

stays lit, charging is finished. Remove the battery pack.

5 Unplug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power

cord from the AC outlet.

Battery pack Charging time

BN-V416U Approx. 2 hr.

BN-V428U* Approx. 3 hr. 20 min.

*Provided

NOTES:

● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the AC Power Adapter/Charger during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.

● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used.

● 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

DC OUT connector

To AC ou tl et

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.

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 67.

Using The Battery Pack

Power Switch

Arrow

Lock Button

BATT.RELEASE Switch

With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount a.

2 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place b.

To detach the battery pack...

Slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding BATT. RELEASE to detach it.

NOTES:

● 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.

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

TTENTION:

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:

The optional extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/ Charger: VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AAV15EG or AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AAV80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

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Using AC Power

Open the cover.

To DC connector

To AC outlet

Power cord

AC Power Adapter/

To DC OU T

connector

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord

from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.

Charger

DC cord

2 Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord

into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

3 Plug the DC cord jack with smaller diameter to

the camcorder’s DC connector.

4 Plug the DC cord jack with larger diameter to the

DC OUT connector on the AC Power Adapter/ Charger.

NOTES:

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

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 67.

About Batteries

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

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.)

For other notes, 墌 pg. 67.

GETTING STARTED

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Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting

1 Adjust the velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp

the grip.

3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to

easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch, SNAPSHOT and Power Zoom Switch. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.

NOTE:

The grip can rotate 90º downward. It is useful to shoot images below.

To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise.

● Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

CAUTION:

When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder

While using the LCD monitor:

Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º upward).

While using the viewfinder:

Make sure the 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.

180˚

PUSH OPEN Button

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PAUSE

BR IGHT

NOTES:

● When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select whether you use the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously or individually. Set “PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. (墌 pg. 33, 36)

● The image on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) and the image on the TV screen may look differently in terms of the brightness and colour. Confirm the final image on the TV screen.

● Coloured bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a malfunction. (墌 pg. 72)

Viewfinder Adjustment

1 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.

3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

1 Set the Power Switch to “M” or “P” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

3 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “n”, and

press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.

5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “BRIGHT”,

and press it. The Menu Screen closes and the brightness control indicator appears.

6 Rotate the MENU Wheel until the appropriate

brightness is reached.

7 Press the MENU Wheel in.

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

GETTING STARTED

MENU Wheel

Dioptre Adjustment Control

CAUTION:

When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to pinch your fingers.

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Operation Mode

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

Lock Button

Power Lamp

Power Switch

MEMORY

Playback Mode Switch

Recording Mode Switch

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using Power Switch and Recording Mode Switch for recording or Playback Mode Switch for playback.

Power Switch Position

A (Full Auto Recording):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. The “A” indicator appears on the display.

M (Manual Recording):

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. (墌 pg. 33) If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode. There is no indication on the display.

OFF: Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

● Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

● Allows you to display a still image stored in the

memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card to a PC.

● Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. (墌 pg. 33)

Recording Mode Switch Position

MEMORY:

Allows you to record still images on a memory card.

HI-RES/PS50/DV:

Allows you to record on a tape in MPEG2 (HI-RES/ PS50) format or DV format. For details, refer to “Recording Mode” (墌 pg. 19).

Playback Mode Switch Position

VIDEO:

Allows you to play back a tape.

MEMORY:

Allows you to play back images stored in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card.

Power-Linked Operation

When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.

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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. (墌 pg. 33, 40)

Lock Button

Power Swi tch

MENU Wheel

1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

3 Press the MENU Wheel in.

The Menu Screen appears.

4 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “n”, and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.

5 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press it. The parameter for “Day” is highlighted.

6 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to input the day, and press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “BRETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

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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 in, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you have just set.

GETTING STARTED

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Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette

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

Erase protection tab

Make sure the window side is facing out.

PUSH HERE

1 Loosen the grip strap. 2 Slide 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.

3 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE”

to close the cassette holder.

● Be sure to press only the section labelled

“PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your finger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage.

● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes

automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.

● When the battery pack’s charge is low, you

may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing.

4 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it

locks into place.

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.

Cassette holder

OPEN/EJECT Switch

cover

Approximate recording time

Ta pe

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.

60 min. 60 min. 90 min.

80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

To switch the recording mode, refer to pages 33 and

34.

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 holder 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 holder 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 cassette holder cover.

● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder recedes 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 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 “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 21).

Recording mode

SP LP

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Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card

The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase.

Clipped edge

Label

Card Cover (MEMORY CARD)

1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. 2 Slide to open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). 3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its

clipped edge first. To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out.

● Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.

4 Close the card cover.

Memory card

To protect valuable files (available only for SD Memory Card)…

Write/erase protection tab

Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of “LOCK”. This prevents the memory card from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to “LOCK” before loading it.

NOTES:

● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “ ” or MultiMediaCards marked “”.

● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card, consult its manufacturer or dealer.

● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to FORMAT the card. (墌 pg. 32)

TTENTION:

Do not insert or remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognise whether or not the card is installed.

GETTING STARTED

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VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:

● Power (墌 pg. 10)

● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 16)

Recording Mode Switch

PUSH OPEN

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

Power Lamp

MEMORY

Power Zoom Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

Recording Start/Stop Button

Tally Lamp (Lights while recording is in progress.)

1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor

fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

3 Set the Recording Mode Switch to “HI-RES”,

“PS50” or “DV”. For details, refer to “Recording Mode” (墌 pg. 19).

4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

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

5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button. The tally lamp lights and “T REC” appears on the display while recording is in progress.

6 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

To prevent valuable recordings from data dropouts…

Clean the video heads using a provided cleaning cassette regularly.

NOTES:

● To listen to the sound during recording, connect the optional headphones to the (Headphones) jack.

● 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.

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

• When power is supplied from a battery: the

“ ” battery indicator is displayed. (墌 pg. 73)

• When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the

“ ” battery indicator does not appear.

● 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” (墌 pg. 21).

● When the recording mode is set to “HI-RES” or “PS50”, the image is not recorded for the first few seconds on the tape.

● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 33, 36.

● To record in LP (Long Play) mode, 墌 pg. 33, 34.

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 67.

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Recording Mode

Following procedure is an example of the operation; to change the position of the Recording Mode Switch from “DV” to “MEMORY”.

1 Slide the Recording Mode

Switch to right.

● The switch’s position is at “PS50”.

2 Slide the Recording Mode

Switch upward.

● The switch’s position is at “HIRES”.

3 Slide the Recording Mode

Switch to left.

● The switch’s position is at “MEMORY”.

Features for Video Recording Mode

MEMORY

HI-RES:

Allows you to record on a tape in MPEG2 format (576p). The camcorder records signals in the progressive scan mode (625 scanning lines at 1/25th of a second for recording and 1/50th of a second for playback at one time). The HI-RES mode offers higher picture quality than a recording in PS50 or DV mode. The image will be recorded in an aspect ratio of 16:9. The HI-RES mode is suitable for playback on a wide-screen TV.

● The “” indicator appears in HI-RES mode.

Recording modes and features

There are some features which are not available depending on the recording mode. Yes: Available No: Not Available

: Some features are not available.

Features DV PS50

DV:

Allows you to record on a tape in DV format (576i). The camcorder records signals in the interlace scan mode (half of 625 scanning lines at 1/50th of a second). The image will be recorded in an aspect ratio of 4:3. The DV mode is suitable for playback on a conventional 4:3-screen TV.

PS50:

Allows you to record on a tape in MPEG2 format (576p). The camcorder records signals in the progressive scan mode (625 scanning lines at 1/50th of a second at one time). The PS50 mode reduces flickering more effectively than a recording in DV mode. In PS50 mode you can select the aspect ratio 16:9 or 4:3. (墌 pg. 34) The PS50 mode is suitable for playback on a wide-screen TV.

Frame-By-Frame Playback (墌 pg. 22)

5-Second Recording (墌 pg. 35)

Wipe Or Fader Effects (墌 pg. 48)

Special Effects (墌 pg. 49)

Slow-Motion Playback (墌pg. 57)

Playback Zoom (墌 pg. 57)

Playback Special Effects (墌 pg. 58)

Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 58)

Insert Editing (墌 pg. 59)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] (墌 pg. 60)

Ye s N o N o

Ye s Ye s

Ye s N o N o

Supported formats

Recording

mode

Horizontal

lines

Ver tical

lines

Effective pixels Aspect ratio

Frames per

sec. (REC)

Scan mode

HI-RES 720 576 1280 x 659 16:9 25 Progressive

PS50 720 576 941 x 485/839 x 576 16:9/4:3 50 Progressive

DV 720 576 839 x 576 4:3 50 Interlaced

Maximum continuous recording time

Battery pack

DV mode HI-RES/PS50 mode DV mode HI-RES/PS50 mode

Viewfinder on LCD monitor on

BN-V416U 1 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 15 min. 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr.

BN-V428U* 2 hr. 50 min. 2 hr. 15 min. 2 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 50 min.

BN-V840U 4 hr. 3 hr. 20 min. 3 hr. 10 min. 2 hr. 50 min.

BN-V856U 5 hr. 40 min. 4 hr. 50 min. 4 hr. 30 min. 4 hr.

*Provided

HIRES

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0h25

VIDEO RECORDING (cont.)

Tape Remaining Time

Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– h – – m” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.

– h– – m1 h 0 m0

h 5 9

h 3

(Now calculating)

h 2

m0 h 1 m0 h 0 m

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

Zooming

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

Zoom In

Press the “T” side on the Power Zoom Switch.

Zoom Out

Press the “W” side on the Power Zoom Switch.

● The further you press the Power Zoom Switch, the quicker the zoom action.

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

1xW

10xW

20xW

40xW

● 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 the Recording Mode Switch is set to “MEMORY” or “HI-RES”.

● 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 MANUAL Menu on page 35.

● For other notes, 墌 pg. 67.

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 and the grip in the most convenient direction. The LCD monitor can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º upward). The grip can rotate 90º downward.

Interface Shooting

The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.

Self Recording

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

10xW

Approximate zoom ratio

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom zone

NOTES:

● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in RecordStandby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (墌 pg. 45), 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. (墌 pg. 34)

1) Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180º so that it faces forward.

● When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105º, the monitor image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at that time, it also switches on.

2) Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-recording) and start recording.

● During Interface Shooting, the monitor image appears inverted as it would when viewing a mirror. However, the actual recorded image does not appear inverted.

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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 (墌 pg. 60 –

64), 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” 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.

Display

12:34:24

Frames are not displayed during recording.

Minutes Seconds

Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 23) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. (墌 pg. 22)

2) Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.

NOTES:

● The time code cannot be reset.

● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time

code indication does not move smoothly.

● The time code is displayed only when “TIME

CODE” is set to “ON”. (墌 pg. 37)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code

00:00:00

Tape

recorded scene

Shooting start

point

Proper recording

Time code

00:00:00

Ta pe

recorded scene

Shooting start

Already

point

Time code

05:43:21

Blank

Shooting stop

point

Time code

05:43:21

New

scene

Shooting start

point

Time code 00:00:00

Newly recorded

Shooting start

Time code 05:44:00

Latest scene

Shooting start

scene

point

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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback

Lock Button

Power Switch

Play/Pause Button (4·9)

Stop Button (8)

Playback Mode Switch

Speaker

Rewind Button (3)

MENU Wheel (VOLUME)

Fast-Forward Button (5)

1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the Playback Mode Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 To start playback, press 4·9. 5 To stop playback, press 8.

● During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5 to fast-forward the tape.

NOTES:

● Clean the video heads using a provided dry cleaning cassette when:

• No picture during playback.

• Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, 墌 pg. 78.

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

● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. (墌 pg. 24)

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camcorder body.

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

• When power is supplied from a battery: the

“ ” battery indicator is displayed. (墌 pg. 73)

• When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the

“ ” battery indicator does not appear.

● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.

To control the speaker volume…

Rotate the MENU Wheel towards R to turn up the volume, or towards T to turn down the volume.

Still Playback

Pauses during video playback.

1) Press 4·9 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4·9 again.

● If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.

● When 4·9 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.

Frame-By-Frame Playback

Allows frame-by-frame search during video playback. This feature is available only with a tape recorded in DV recording mode.

1) Press 4·9 during playback.

2) Rotate the MENU Wheel toward R for forward

and T for reverse.

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Shuttle Search

Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback.

1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, or 3 for reverse search.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4·9.

● During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes.

● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

TTENTION:

(DV mode only) During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. (墌 pg. 21)

1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the Playback Mode Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 During Stop mode,

press BLANK SEARCH.

● The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion.

● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8.

BLANK SEARCH

PUSH "STOP" BUTTON

TO CANCEL

NOTES:

● Before starting Blank Search, if the current position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared with the tape.

● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.

● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected.

● The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.

Slow-Motion Playback Playback Zoom Playback Special Effects

Available only with the remote control (provided). (墌 pg. 57, 58)

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VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)

Connections To A TV Or VCR

To Connect A Conventional TV or VCR

Connector

To S/ AV

12345

“Y/C”/“CVBS”

Video Out Select

A Not required for connection. B Black to S-VIDEO IN** C Yellow to VIDEO IN D White to AUDIO L IN*** E Red to AUDIO R IN***

* If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the

** Connect when your TV/VCR has S-VIDEO IN

*** Not required for watching still images only. **** When connecting the cable, open the cover.

NOTE:

Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C: When connecting to a TV or VCR which

accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

Switch

To TV or VCR

provided cable adapter.

and A/V input connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.

Cover****

S/AV/Editing cable (provided)

Cable Adapter*

VCR

To Connect To A TV or VCR Equipped With The Component Video Connectors

Connector Cover**

To S/ AV

S/AV/Editing cable (provided)

To Y/ PB/PR

456

Push to connect or disconnect

Component video cable (provided)

Audio extension cable (provided)

123

A To component video connectors B White to AUDIO L IN* C Red to AUDIO R IN* D Not required for connection. E Not required for connection. F Not required for connection.

* Not required for watching still images only. ** When connecting the cable, open the cover.

Wide-screen TV

VCR

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1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown

in the illustration.

If using a VCR, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4.

3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4 For S-video or video connection

Set “S/VIDEO” to “16:9 TV” or “4:3 TV” depending on the aspect ratio of the TV you are connecting. (墌 pg. 33, 37)

For component video connection

Set “Y/Pb/Pr” to any picture size depending on the TV to which you are connecting. (墌 pg. 33, 37)

5 Turn on the VCR and the TV. 6 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the

TV to appropriate input mode.

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

● Date/Time Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. (墌 pg. 33, 40) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.

● Time Code Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF”. (墌 pg. 33, 40)

● Indications other than date/time and time code Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”. (墌 pg. 33, 40)

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg. 11)

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

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

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

● During playback in HI-RES mode, the images may not appear on the camcorder’s LCD monitor or viewfinder if the component video cable is connected.

● When a cable is connected to the S/AV or headphone connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

● According to the type of the connected TV and the recording mode, the playback picture may be squeezed vertically or horizontally. For details, refer to the Instructions of the TV.

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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK

Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot)

You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card.

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:

● Power (墌 pg. 10)

● Loading A Memory Card (墌 pg. 17)

Recording Mode

MEMORY

PUSH OPEN

1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor

fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

3 Set the Recording Mode Switch to “MEMORY”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

5 Press SNAPSHOT. The “O” indication

appears while the snapshot is being taken.

● To check how the image looks before recording it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT halfway and hold. The “ ” indicator appears and stops blinking when the captured image is focused. To cancel the recording, release SNAPSHOT. To record it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT fully.

● Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no frame. There is the sound of a shutter closing.

● To delete unwanted still images, refer to “Deleting Files” (墌 pg. 30).

● When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set “BEEP” to “OFF”. (墌 pg. 33, 36)

● To change the Image Size and/or Picture Quality, 墌 pg. 33, 38.

Switch

SNAPSHOT Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

D.S.C. RECORDING

A Image Size (墌 pg. 38, 84) B Focus Icon (墌 pg. 84) C Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 84) D Card Icon (墌 pg. 84) E Picture Quality (墌 pg. 38, 84) F Remaining Number Of Shots (墌 pg. 84)

NOTES:

● Even if “OIS” is set to “ON” (墌 pg. 35), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

● If Special Effects (墌 pg. 49) is engaged, certain modes are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.

● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.

● The Motor Drive mode (墌 pg. 42) is disabled when the Recording Mode Switch is set to “MEMORY”.

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

● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

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Normal Playback Of Images

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

Lock Button

Power Switch

Rewind Button (3)

Stop Button (8)

Playback Mode Switch

INFO Button

MENU Wheel

Fast-Forward Button (5)

Play/Pause Button (4·9)

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 17) 2 Set the Playback Mode Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

● The still image which has been played back at the last time is displayed.

5 Press 3 to display the previous file. Press 5

to display the next file.

● Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (墌 pg. 28)

● You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. (墌 pg. 28)

● You can turn off the on-screen playback display. (墌 pg. 28)

NOTES:

● Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the last-recorded one.

● Images shot in a file size other than “640 x 480”, “848 x 480” and “1280 x 960” with another devices will be displayed thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC.

● Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX7) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.

Playback Zoom

Available only with the remote control (provided). (墌 pg. 57)

Auto Playback Of Images

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

1 Perform steps 1 – 4 in “Normal Playback Of

Images”.

2 Press 4·9 to start Auto Playback. Files are

displayed in descending order.

● If you press 3 during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order.

3 To end Auto Playback, press 8.

[For Normal Playback] To display the next image

Image playback screen (IMAGE)

[For Auto Playback]

100-0013

100-0014

100-0015

To display the previous image

100-0016

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

Index Playback Of Files

You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.

1 Perform steps 1 – 4 in “Normal Playback Of

Images” (墌 pg. 27).

2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen of the image files

appears.

Selected file

Index number

Index Screen

8 9

3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to move the frame to

the desired file.

● Press 3 to display the previous page. Press 5 to display the next page.

4 Press the MENU Wheel in. The selected file is

displayed.

● Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (See below.)

Viewing File Information

You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO Button during normal playback or Index Playback.

FOLDER : Folder name (墌 pg. 31) FILE : File name (墌 pg. 31) DATE : Date the file was made SIZE : Image size QUALITY : Picture quality PROTECT : When set to “ON”, the file is

protected from accidental erasure. (墌 pg. 29)

. 0 3

2 7 . 1 0

: :

R 0

Information Screen

● Press the INFO Button again to close the Information Screen.

NOTE:

With images shot with other devices or processed on a PC, “QUALITY: – – –” will be displayed.

Removing On-Screen Display

1 Perform steps 1 – 4 in “Normal Playback Of

Images” (墌 pg. 27).

2 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DISPLAY”,

and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and

press it. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery indicator ( ) disappear.

● To display the indicators again, select “ON”.

Operation mode indicator

Folder/file number

100-0013

DISPLAYM E NU

OFF

RETURN

Battery indicator

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Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.

Lock Button

Power Switch

Rewind Button (3)

Playback Mode Switch

MENU Wheel

Fast-Forward Button (5)

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 17) 2 Set the Playback Mode Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

● The still image which has been played back at the last time is displayed.

5 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

6 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “PROTECT”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

PROTECT

DELE TE DPOF NO . RESE T FORMAT DISPLAY

BR I H T END

To protect the currently displayed file

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.

8 Press 3 or 5 to

select the desired file.

9 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “EXECUTE”, and press it.

● To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.

● Repeat steps 8 and 9 for all files you want to protect.

To protect all files stored in the memory card

CUR

PROTECTM E NURENT

PROT.ALL CANC.ALL

RETURN

ROT ECTP

PROTECTED

RETURN

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “PROT.ALL”,

and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.

8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,

and press it.

● To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.

NOTES:

● If the “ ” mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected.

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

To Remove Protection

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 6 in “Protecting Files” in the left column.

To remove protection from the currently displayed file

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”,

and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.

8 Press 3 or 5 to select the desired file. 9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,

and press it.

● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

● Repeat steps 8 and 9 for all files you want to

remove protection.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANC.ALL”,

and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.

8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,

and press it.

● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

Lock Button

Power Switch

Rewind Button (3)

Playback Mode Switch

MENU Wheel

Fast-Forward Button (5)

1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 17) 2 Set the Playback Mode Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

● The still image which has been played back at the last time is displayed.

5 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DELETE”, and

press it. The Sub Menu appears.

To delete the currently displayed file

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The DELETE screen appears.

DELE TE M E NURENT

CUR

ALL

RET URN

8 Press 3 or 5 to

select the desired file.

9 Rotate the MENU Wheel

to select “EXECUTE”, and press it.

● To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.

● Repeat steps 8 and 9 for all files you want to delete.

NOTE:

If the “ ” mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be deleted.

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DELE TE?

EXECUTE

RETURN

To delete all files stored in the memory card

7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ALL”, and

press it. The DELETE screen appears.

8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,

and press it.

● To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.

NOTES:

● Protected files (墌 pg. 29) cannot be deleted. To delete them, remove protection first.

● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check files before deleting.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialise it. (墌 pg. 32)

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