Panasonic NV RZ 15 B User Manual

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Model No.

NV-VZ14B

VHS-C Movie Camera

NV-VZ15B NV-RZ15B

LCD Monitor

Operating Instructions

NV-VZ14B NV-VZ15B NV-RZ15B

Remote Controller

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

VQT9485

LYT0919-001A

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Information for Your Safety

Movie Camera

≥The rating plate is on the underside of the Movie

Camera.

AC Adaptor

≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC

Adaptor.

≥As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in

well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

≥To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product

damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.

Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

∫ IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol

Ó.

∫ Before Use

Remove the Connector Cover as follows.

∫ How to replace

the Fuse

1. Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and attach the Fuse Cover.

Connector Cover

Fuse Cover

Fuse

Operating Instructions

≥These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-VZ14,

NV-VZ15, and NV-RZ15.

≥The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions

show model NV-VZ15, however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

≥Depending on the model, some functions are not

available.

≥All company and product names in the operating

instructions are trademarks of their respective corporations.

Use only the recomended accessories.

∫ WARNING

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

∫ Carefully observe copyright laws.

Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

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Preparations

Advanced Operations

Check List for the Standard Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

The 2 Types of Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the LCD Monitor (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only) . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Menu Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Inserting/Ejecting the Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Basic Operations

Recording (Filming) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Checking If the Picture Is Recorded

(Recording Check) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Viewing Recorded Scenes During Recording Pause

(Camera Search). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Recording Backlit Scenes

(Backlight Compensation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Enlarging Your Subject or Widening

the Recording Angle (Zooming In/Out) . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recording with the Time and/or Date Superimposed

in the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Viewing the Just Recorded Scenes

on the Movie Camera (Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Eliminating Picture Distortions

(Manual Tracking Adjustment). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using the Cue, Review and Still Playback Functions

During Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Play Back on a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

After Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Recording with Special Effects (Digital Effects) . . . . . . . 32

Using the Digital Zoom Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using the Fade Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Interval Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Recording in Dark Places without Any Illumination

(0 Lux Night View Function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Recording with Minimised Camera Shake

(Super Image Stabilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Recording with Automatic White Balance

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Recording with Manual White Balance Adjustment . . . . 44

Recording Yourself (Recording with the LCD Monitor

Facing Forward) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only) . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Focusing on the Subject Manually (Manual Focus) . . . . 46

Recording in Special Situations (Programme AE) . . . . . 48

Insert Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adding New Sound on a Recorded Cassette

(Audio Dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Remote Controller (NV-VZ15/RZ15 only) . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Recording with Pre-programmed Titles Inserted in

the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Using Various Functions during Playback . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Playback Digital Fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Using the Tape Counter Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Copying onto an VHS Cassette (Dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . 62

Precautions, Technical Information, etc.

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Cautions for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Before Requesting Service (Problems&Solutions) . . . . 75

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

PreparationsBasic Operations

Check List for the Standard Accessories

. . . . . . AC Adaptor

. . . . . . AC Mains Lead

. . . . . . Battery Pack

≥Standard Accessories are subject to change

without notice.

≥For purchasing additional Battery Packs, see the

list of optional accessories on p. 64

≥Order accessory and consumable items for all Audio Visual Products with ease and confidence either by

telephoning our Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 Mon–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm.

≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. ≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥All enquires transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ≥It couldn’t be simpler!

. . . . . . AV Cable

Advanced Operations

. . . . . . Shoulder Strap

. . . . . . Remote Controller

(NV-VZ15/RZ15 only)

. . . . . . Batteries for

Remote Controller (NV-VZ15/RZ15 only)

Information, etc.

. . . . . . Lens Cap

Precautions, Technical

Index

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Controls and Functions

1110 12 13 149

4, 5 ,6

INFO-

WINDOW

CAMERA

V C R

CHARGE

2321 22 26

s SEARCH SEARCH r

BLC

;W.B

∫1

TBC

For more details, see the pages indicated in brackets.

1 Camera Mode Lamp [CAMERA] (p. 20)

2 VCR Mode/Charging Lamp

[VCR/CHARGE] (p. 6, 26)

3 0-Lux Recording Switch [0 LUX OFF/ON]

(p. 42)

4 White Balance Sensor (p. 44)

5 Remote Control Sensor (p. 52)

(NV-VZ15/RZ15 only)

6 Built-in Infra-red Beam Emitters (p. 42)

7 Lens Cap Holder (p. 9)

8 Microphone

9 Focus Button [FOCUS] (p. 46)

Item Set Button [SET] (p. 10) Tracking Button (p. 28)

10 Multi-Function Dial [34/MF/TRACKING]

(p. 10, 28, 47)

11 Menu Button [MENU] (p. 10)

12 Auto Exposure Selector Button

[PROG. AE] (p. 20, 44, 46, 48)

13 Fade Button [FADE] (p. 36, 58)

14 Super Image Stabilizer Button [SIS] (p. 42)

15 Eyecup

16 Reverse Search Button [sSEARCH] (p. 22)

Rewind/Review Button [6] (p. 26, 28) Recording Check Button [S] (p. 22)

17 Stop Button [∫] (p. 27) 18 Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] (p. 22)

Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] (p. 28)

19 White Balance Button [W.B] (p. 45)

Pause Button [;] (p. 29)

20 Playback Button [1] (p. 27)

Backlight Button [BLC] (p. 22) TBC Button [TBC] (p. 27)

21 LCD Monitor Open Lever [3OPEN] (p. 8)

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

22 LCD Monitor (p. 8, 17, 31)

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

23 Cassette Compartment Lock Button [LOCK]

(p. 19)

24 Viewfinder (p. 8, 31)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen, the whole screen may have a slight colour cast, and flickering may occur. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

25 Battery Holder (p. 6) 26 Battery Eject Lever [2BATTERY EJECT]

(p. 7)

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Preparations

27 Audio Output Socket [A] (p. 30, 62)

28 Video Output Socket [V] (p. 30, 62)

29 DC Input Socket [DC IN] (p. 6)

30 Recording Start/Stop Buttons (p. 21)

Use either of these buttons depending on the recording angle.

31 Grip Belt (p. 9)

You can adjust the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.

Open the Grip Belt Cover and adjust the length of the Grip Belt.

32 Speaker (p. 27) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

33 Cassette Eject Button [

34 Date/Time/Title Button [DATE/TITLE]

(p. 24, 54, 56)

35 Zoom Lever [W/T] (p. 24, 35)

Volume Adjustment Lever [sVOLr] (p. 27) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

36 Off/On Mode Selector Switch

[CAMERA/OFF/VCR] (p. 8, 20, 26, 30)

< EJECT] (p. 18)

37 Eyepiece Corrector Lever (p. 9)

38 Shoulder Strap Holders

Before you go recording outside, we recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap to prevent the Movie Camera from dropping accidentally.

Pull one end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap back, pull it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster. Pull it out more than 2 cm Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off.

39 Tripod Receptacle

2 from the

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Title Procedure

The 2 Types of Power Supply

1) AC Adaptor 1 (supplied) to supply power from an AC

mains socket

2) Battery (supplied)

Supplying Power from an AC Mains Socket

Supplying Power with the Battery

Charge the Battery before using it.

Charging Lamp [CHARGE]

Flashing: During charging Flashing with [CAMERA] Lamp: When error occurs Lit: VCR Mode Off: The Battery is fully charged.

[CHARGE] Lamp

INFO-

V C R

CAMERA

CHARGE

WINDOW

Connect the AC Mains Lead to an AC mains socket.

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [OFF].

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Connect the AC Adaptor to the [DC IN] Socket on the Movie Camera.

Insert the Battery with its top (so that the arrow points upward) into the top Battery Holder and press the bottom of it toward the Movie Camera until it locks with a click.

≥The [CHARGE] Lamp flashes and charging starts. ≥If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not flash even though the

Battery is attached, remove the Battery and then re-attach it.

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∫ Charging Time and Maximum Time for Continuous Recording

CGR-V14 (supplied)

CGR-V14S

CGR-V26S

CGR-V53S

NV-VZ14/VZ15

1 h 40 min.

2 h 55 min. (2 h 5 min.)

3 h 10 min.

5 h 25 min. (4 h 5 min.)

6 h 20 min.

10 h 50 min. (8 h.)

NV-RZ15

1 h 40 min.

2 h 55 min.

3 h 10 min.

5 h 25 min.

6 h 20 min.

10 h 50 min.

A Charging Time for a

Full Charge

B Maximum Continuous

Recording Time

(The times shown in the above chart are approximations. The figures in parentheses show the recording time when using the LCD Monitor.) The times listed above for your information indicate the duration of recording performed at an ambient temperature of 25°C and 60% relative humidity. The charging time may be longer when you charge the Battery at higher or lower temperature.

≥During recording or charging, the Battery becomes warm. However, this is normal. ≥To ensure precise indication of the remaining battery power, always use a fully charged Battery when

attaching a Battery.

≥If you do not use the Battery for a long time, please read “Precautions for Storage” (p. 67).

Remarks, etc.

≥Always set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to

[OFF] before disconnecting the AC Mains Lead.

≥If you use the Movie Camera for a long time,

it becomes warm. However, this is normal.

≥Do not use the AC Adaptor for any purposes

other than supplying the unit with power or charging the Battery.

≥When not using the AC Adaptor, unplug its AC

Mains Lead from the AC mains socket. To unplug, pull it by the plug, not by the lead.

≥This AC Adaptor works on any mains supply

voltage between 110 and 240 V, and any frequency between 50 and 60 Hz. For use in other countries, an adaptor plug may be necessary.

≥Before connecting the AC Adaptor to the Movie

Camera, be sure to set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF].

Connect the AC Adaptor to the [DC IN] Socket on the Movie Camera.

Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and to an AC mains socket.

Plug into AC mains socket.

Plug into AC Adaptor.

≥Be sure to insert the mains plug completely into the

correct socket.

≥If you have any problems with charging the Battery,

refer to page 67.

≥Charge the Battery at a room temperature between

10°C and 30°C.

≥The AC Mains Lead’s outlet plug cannot be pushed

fully into the AC Adaptor socket. A gap will remain as shown below.

Removing the Battery from the Movie Camera

Hold the Battery firmly to prevent it from dropping and pull it off while sliding the [2BATTERY EJECT] Lever

2 in the direction of the arrow.

≥Be careful not to drop the Battery by accident. ≥Before removing the Battery, set the [CAMERA/OFF/

VCR] Switch to [OFF].

≥Never remove the Battery during recording or

playback, because the tape would remain in contact with the video heads and this can cause damage to the heads and tape.

[2BATTERY EJECT] Lever

Preparations

AC Mains Lead

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CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Eyepiece Corrector Lever

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Title Procedure

Using the Viewfinder

Before using the Viewfinder, adjust it to your eyesight so that the indications in the Viewfinder are clear and easy to read. Before adjusting the Viewfinder, make sure that the LCD Monitor is completely closed.

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Never aim the Movie Camera with its Viewfinder or Lens directly at the sun; this could damage internal parts of the unit.

VCR

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [CAMERA] or [VCR].

Turn the switch while pressing the button

CAMERA

OFF

If necessary, adjust the angle of the Viewfinder by tilting it upward.

Using the LCD Monitor

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

It is also possible to record while viewing the picture on the opened LCD Monitor.

Relationship between Viewfinder and LCD Monitor

Opening the LCD Monitor turns off the Viewfinder. Closing the LCD Monitor turns the Viewfinder on again. However, turning the LCD Monitor forward also turns on the Viewfinder again. (p. 47)

≥Due to limitations in production technology, there

may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD, however, these are not recorded on the tape.

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [CAMERA] or [VCR].

Turn the switch while pressing the button

Slide the [3 OPEN] Lever and turn out the LCD Monitor approximately 90° in the direction of the arrow.

The Viewfinder turns off.

OPEN

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Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Lever.

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Attaching the Lens Cap

Attach the shorter loop of the Lens Cap Cord to the Grip Belt.

You can attach the removed Lens Cap onto the Grip Belt.

You can attach the Lens Cap to the Lens Cap Holder on the Grip Belt.

≥Before you start recording, remove the Lens Cap. ≥When not actually recording, always attach the Lens

Cap to the Lens to protect it.

Remarks, etc.

≥Do not hold the Movie Camera by

the Viewfinder or apply any pressure on it.

≥If sunlight or other strong light

enters the Viewfinder, sparkling noise will occur on the Viewfinder screen. If you block off the light, this phenomenon disappears after a few minutes and does not affect the recorded picture.

Preparations

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Adjusting the Angle of the LCD Monitor

The LCD Monitor rotates upward a maximum of 180x and downward a maximum of 90x from its normal vertical position. Trying to forcefully rotate it beyond this range could seriously damage the Movie Camera.

180˚

90˚

≥If a subject with strong contrast or

a menu is displayed in the Viewfinder, a ghost image may remain temporarily. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

≥The picture seen on the LCD Monitor looks slightly

stretched vertically, however, the actually recorded picture remains unaffected by this.

≥Return the LCD Monitor to its vertical position before

closing it. Also, make sure that the Cassette Compartment is securely closed before closing the LCD Monitor.

Closing the LCD Monitor

Push the LCD Monitor close until the [3OPEN] Lever locks with a click.

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INFO-

V C R

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

CAMERA

CHARGE

WINDOW

Title Procedure

Using the Menu Screen

This Movie Camera displays the settings of various functions in Menus to make it easy to select the desired functions and settings.

Press the [MENU] Button.

When you press this button while the [CAMERA] Lamp is lit in red, the Camera Mode Main-Menu When you press this button while the [VCR] Lamp is lit in green, the VCR Mode Main-Menu

1 appears.

Turn the [34] Dial to select the desired Sub-Menu.

Turning the [34] Dial changes the highlighted item.

2 appears.

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [SET] Button to set the selected item to the desired mode.

Every press moves the cursor [1] to the next mode.

FOCUS / SET

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1 Camera Mode Main-Menu

2 VCR Mode Main-Menu

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Press the [SET] Button to display the selected SubMenu.

FOCUS / SET

Turn the [34] Dial to select the item to be set.

MF/ TRACKING

VCR FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Remarks, etc.

Note About the Settings Made on the Menu

The settings you selected on the Menu are maintained when you turn the Movie Camera off. However, if you disconnect the power supply unit (Battery or AC Adaptor) from the Movie Camera before turning it off, the selected settings may not be maintained.

≥The method for making settings on the [DATE/TIME

SETUP] Sub-Menu (p.16) and [LCD/EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu (p. 17) (NV-VZ14/VZ15) or [EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu (NV-RZ15) differs slightly from that of other Sub-Menus.

≥You can display the menu during playback, but not

during recording. Also, it is possible to start playback while the menu is displayed, but if you start recording, the displayed menu disappears.

≥Do not turn off the power while performing a menu

operation.

≥Turn the [34] Dial slowly. If you turn it fastly,

selecting the item may stop halfway.

Preparations

Exiting the Menu

Press the [MENU] Button again.

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Menu Functions

Camera Mode Menu 1`8

[CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu

MOTION SENSOR OFF ON DIGITAL ZOOM

SHUTTER EFFECT OFF ON

RETURN

DIGITAL FADE OFF ON

FADE IN SLIDE DOOR CORNER WINDOW SHUTTER

FADE OUT SLIDE FADE COLOUR BLACK

RETURN ---- YES

CAMERA SETUP

45X 100X 700X

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

---- YES

[FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu

FADE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

The illustrations of the menus are for explanation purposes only and the actual menus may be somewhat different.

Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]

1. CAMERA SETUP

2. DIGITAL EFFECT

3. FADE SETUP

4. TITLE SETUP

5. DATE/TIME SETUP

6. DISPLAY SETUP

7. LCD/EVF SETUP (NV-VZ14/VZ15) EVF SETUP (NV-RZ15)

8. OTHER FUNCTIONS

[CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu

1 Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording

[MOTION SENSOR] (p. 40)

2 Digital Zoom [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 34)

3 Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

≥If you set [RETURN] to [YES], the menu changes

back to the Main-Menu.

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu 2

4 Digital Effects [DIGITAL EFFECT] (p. 32)

DIGITAL EFFECT

OFF D.ZOOM B/W SEPIA MOSAIC NEGA SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER BLUE FILTER

RETURN ---- YES

;

DATE/TITLE DATE TIME+SECONDS

TITLE BODA LANGUAGE

FOR TITLE SPANISH

SIZE LARGE COLOUR MAGENTA

RETURN ---- YES

[FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu 3 (p. 36)

DIGITAL EFFECT

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

TITLE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

6 Digital Fade Off/On [DIGITAL FADE] (p. 37)

7 Fade in [FADE IN] (p. 36)

8 Fade out [FADE OUT] (p. 36)

9 Colour of the Digital Fade [FADE COLOUR]

(p. 36)

: Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

[TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu

; Date/Time/Title Indication [DATE/TITLE]

(p. 24)

< Title [TITLE] (p. 54)

= Language of the Title

[LANGUAGE FOR TITLE] (p. 54)

> Size of the Title [SIZE] (p. 54)

? Colour of the Date/Time/Title Indication

[COLOUR] (p. 55)

@ Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

5 Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

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[DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

DATE/TIME SETUP

YEAR 2002 MONTH 2 DATE 28 HOUR 15 MIN. 30

PRESS MENU TO RETURN

[LCD/EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu

LCD/EVF SETUP

LCD BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+]

LCD COLOUR [-]|||||------[+]

EVF BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+]

PRESS MENU TO RETURN

[DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu 5 (p. 16)

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu 6

A Tape Length [TAPE2] (p. 19)

B Counter Display Mode [DISPLAY] (p. 61)

C Counter Reset [COUNTER RESET] (p. 60)

D Self-Recording [SELF SHOOT] (p. 47)

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

E Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

TAPE 30 45 60

DISPLAY ALL MEMORY PARTIAL OFF COUNTER RESET ---- YES

SELF SHOOT NORMAL

MIRROR

RETURN ---- YES

REC SPEED SP LP

INTERVAL REC OFF ON

REC TIME 1/4S 1/2S

1S 5S

INTERVAL TIME 15S 30S

1MIN 5MIN

DEMO MODE OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

[LCD/EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu

(LCD Monitor adjustment is only for NV-VZ14/VZ15.)

DISPLAY SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

7 (p. 17)

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu 8

F Recording Speed Mode [REC SPEED]

≥You can select the desired recording speed

(SP Mode or LP Mode) by selecting the corresponding setting for [REC SPEED] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu. ([SP] means Standard Play. Recording is possible for the time indicated on the cassette. [LP] means Long Play. Recording is possible for approximately double the time indicated on the cassette. )

Preparations

G Interval Recording [INTERVAL REC] (p. 38)

H Recording Time of Interval Recording

[REC TIME] (p. 39)

I Interval Time of Interval Recording

[INTERVAL TIME] (p. 38)

J Demonstration Mode [DEMO MODE] (p. 70)

K Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

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Menu Functions (Cont.)

VCR Mode Menu 1`7

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu

EFFECT OFF ON DIGITAL EFFECT

OFF B/W SEPIA MOSAIC NEGA SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER BLUE FILTER

RETURN ---- YES

DIGITAL EFFECT

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

[TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu [DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TITLE DATE TIME+SECONDS TITLE BODA LANGUAGE FOR TITLE SPANISH SIZE LARGE COLOUR MAGENTA

RETURN ---- YES

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS]

1. DIGITAL EFFECT

2. FADE SETUP

3. TITLE SETUP

4. DATE/TIME SETUP

5. DISPLAY SETUP

6. LCD/EVF SETUP (NV-VZ14/VZ15) EVF SETUP (NV-RZ15)

7. OTHER FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL FADE OFF ON FADE IN SLIDE FADE OUT SLIDE FADE COLOUR BLACK WHITE YELLOW RED MAGENTA BLUE CYAN GREEN

RETURN ---- YES

FADE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DATE/TIME SETUP

YEAR 2002 MONTH 2 DATE 28 HOUR 15 MIN. 30

PRESS MENU TO RETURN

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu 1 (p. 56)

1 Digital Effect On/Off [EFFECT] (p. 56)

≥All other items on the [DIGITAL EFFECT]

Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

[FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu

All items on the [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

2 (p. 58)

[TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu

3 (p. 24, 54)

All items on the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

[DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu

4 (p. 16)

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[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

[LCD/EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu

TAPE 30 45 60

DISPLAY ALL MEMORY OFF COUNTER RESET ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

AUDIO DUBBING ---- ON INSERT ---- ON

DISPLAY SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

OTHER FUNCTIONS

RETURN ---- YES

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu 5 (p. 19, 60)

All items on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY SETUP] SubMenu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

LCD/EVF SETUP

LCD BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+]

LCD COLOUR [-]|||||------[+]

EVF BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+]

PRESS MENU TO RETURN

Preparations

[LCD/EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu

6 (p. 17)

(LCD Monitor adjustment is only for NV-VZ14/VZ15.)

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu 7

2 Audio Dubbing [AUDIO DUBBING] (p. 50)

3 Insert Editing [INSERT] (p. 50)

4 Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

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Setting the Date and Time

If you select the [DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu, the menu shown below appears.

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DATE/TIME SETUP

YEAR 2002

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

MONTH 10 DATE 15 HOUR 14

MIN. 30

PRESS MENU TO RETURN

Set the correct date and time before recording.

For example: To set the clock to 15th October

2002, 14:30.

1 Turn the [34] Dial to set to [2002].

≥The years change in the following order:

...1980...1981...2000...2079...1980...

2 Press the [SET] Button to select

[MONTH].

3 Turn the [34] Dial to set to [10]. 4 Press the [SET] Button to select [DATE]. 5 Turn the [34] Dial to set to [15].

6 Press the [SET] Button to select [HOUR]. 7 Turn the [34] Dial to set to [14]. 8 Press the [SET] Button to select [MIN.]. 9 Turn the [34] Dial to set to [30].

10 Press the [MENU] Button to finish the

date and time setting.

≥The operation of the clock starts from [00]

seconds.

≥Pressing the button one more time makes

the menu disappear.

≥As the Movie Camera’s built-in clock is subject to

slight imprecision, be sure to check the indicated time before recording.

≥The clock employs the 24-hour system.

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Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

(LCD Monitor adjustment is only for NV-VZ14/VZ15.)

If you select the [LCD/EVF SETUP] or [EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] or the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu, the following items are displayed.

LCD/EVF SETUP

LCD BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+]

LCD COLOUR [-]|||||------[+]

EVF BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+]

PRESS MENU TO RETURN

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Preparations

LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]

To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. The more vertical bars are shown, the brighter the screen is.

LCD Colour Level [LCD COLOUR]

To adjust the colour saturation of the LCD screen. The more vertical bars are shown, the stronger the colours are.

Viewfinder Brightness [EVF BRIGHTNESS]

To adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder. The more vertical bars are shown, the brighter the screen is.

1 Press the [SET] Button to select the item

that you want to adjust.

2 Turn the [34] Dial to increase or

decrease the vertical bars of the Bar Indication.

The Bar Indication is divided into 11 steps. The more vertical bars are shown, the stronger the brightness or colour saturation is.

Exiting the Menu

Press the [MENU] Button twice.

≥These adjustments have no influence on the

actual picture recorded.

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OPEN

Title Procedure

Inserting/Ejecting the Cassette

If the AC Adaptor or Battery is used to supply power, it is possible to insert or eject the cassette without turning on the Movie Camera.

Connect the AC Adaptor or attach a charged Battery.

(p. 6)

EJECT

Turn the cog wheel to tighten the tape.

Preventing Accidental Erasure of Recordings

≥Recording on a previously recorded cassette erases the

existing scenes and sound.

≥To protect important recordings against accidental

erasure, use a screwdriver to break out the tab 2 on the cassette (some cassettes have sliding-type tabs).

≥To be able to record again on a protected cassette, firmly

cover the hole where the tab was with two layers of adhesive tape 3.

Press the [< EJECT] Button.

EJECT

Cog Wheel

Insert the cassette with the cassette window 1 facing outward and push it all the way in.

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∫ Selecting the Correct Tape Length

To ensure that the Remaining Tape Time Indication displayed during recording and playback is correct, you need to set the tape length that matches that of the inserted cassette.

Camera Mode

DISPLAY SETUP

TAPE 30 45 60

DISPLAY ALL

COUNTER RESET ----

SELF SHOOT NORMAL

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

1 Press the [MENU] Button.

≥The Main-Menu appears.

2 Turn the [34] Dial to select [DISPLAY

SETUP] and then press the [SET] Button.

3 Turn the [34] Dial to select [TAPE2]. 4 Press the [SET] Button to select the correct

tape length.

≥The selected tape length is marked with the [1] Mark. ≥The Tape Length Indications change in the following

order:

Preparations

VCR Mode

DISPLAY SETUP

TAPE 30 45 60

DISPLAY ALL

COUNTER RESET ----

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only) Slide the [3OPEN] Lever to the left and simultaneously open the LCD Monitor in the direction of the arrow approximately 90x.

Be sure to keep the LCD Monitor in its vertical position, so that the Cassette Compartment Cover, when it opens, does not hit the LCD Monitor.

OPEN

Close the Cassette Compartment by pressing the [LOCK] Button.

[30] [45] [60]

[230] [245] [260]

5 Press the [MENU] Button to exit the menu.

Remarks, etc.

≥If a cassette with broken out erasure prevention tab is

inserted, the [ Y ] Indication flashes.

≥You will hear noise of tightening the tape when you insert the

cassette, and noise of rewinding the tape when you close the cassette compartment. However, this is not a malfunction.

Confirming the Remaining Tape Time

During recording and playback, the Remaining Tape Time Indication 4 is automatically displayed, so you always know how much time you have left on the cassette. However, to ensure correct display of the remaining tape time, the tape length of the cassette being used must be set correctly on the Movie Camera.

≥If you start recording or playback, the [R] Indication flashes for

a few seconds, while the Movie Camera calculates the remaining tape time.

≥When recording or playback starts, the Tape Length Indication

disappears, and in its place the [R] Indication 4 flashes while the remaining tape time is being calculated. A few seconds later, the Remaining Tape Time Indication appears. ([R] means Remaining.)

≥When the remaining tape time is less than 2 minutes, the [R]

Indication and the Remaining Tape Time Indication start to flash.

≥This function is only meant as a guide. The Remaining Tape

Time Indication is subject to imprecision due to either user error (such as incorrectly selected tape length) or stretching of the tape.

≥When you use a cassette bearing the [P] mark or other special

types of cassettes, the Remaining Tape Time Indication may not be very precise.

R 0:30

LOCK

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CAMERA

OFF

VCR

OFF

VCR

Title Procedure

Recording (Filming)

When the [AUTO] Indication appears, you can simply turn on the Movie Camera and press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording, and the focus and white balance are adjusted automatically.

≥If the [AUTO] Indication does not appear in the

Viewfinder or on the LCD Monitor, press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the [AUTO] Indication appears.

≥Depending on the light source and recording

situation, correct automatic focusing and white balance adjustment may not be possible. In such cases, adjust them manually. Focus: p. 46 White Balance: p. 44

CHARGE

V C R

WINDOW

CAMERA

INFO-

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [CAMERA] while pressing the button

The [CAMERA] Lamp lights.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the [AUTO] Indication

appears.

The initial setting is [AUTO].

PROG. AE

[PROG. AE] Button

CAMERA

CHARGE

WINDOW

INFO-

V C R

To pause recording: Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again.

The [PAUSE] Indication appears.

PAUSE

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Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

Recording starts and the [%] Indication and the [REC] Indication appear. ([REC] means Recording.)

RECORD

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

REC

To finish recording: Set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF].

Remarks, etc.

≥If you leave the Movie Camera in the Recording

Pause Mode for more than 6 minutes, it automatically switches off to protect the tape and to conserve battery power. To resume recording from this condition, set the [CAMERA/ OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF] and then to [CAMERA] again.

≥During recording, the Programme AE Function

(p. 48) is locked. Therefore, even if you accidentally press the [PROG. AE] Button during Recording, the Programme AE Mode does not change.

≥Due to limitations in production technology, there

may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD, however, these are not recorded on the tape.

≥When recording in a dimly lit location, the picture

may become noisy and less sharp, so we recommend that you use the IR/Video DC Light (optional), etc. to brighten up the scene.

Basic Operations

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

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Title Procedure

Checking If the Picture Is Recorded

(Recording Check)

To play back the final few seconds of the last recorded scene in the Recording Pause Mode.

s SEARCH SEARCH r

;W.B

∫1

BLC

TBC

Press the Recording Check Button [S] briefly in the Recording Pause Mode.

The [CHK] Indication the Movie Camera returns to the Recording Pause Mode and is ready for recording the next scene.

([CHK] means Check.)

1 appears. After checking,

Viewing Recorded Scenes During Recording Pause

(Camera Search)

You can view recorded scenes when the Movie Camera is in the Recording Pause Mode. The Camera Search Function is convenient to search for a scene from which you want to start recording a new scene with smooth scene-to-scene transition.

Recording Backlit Scenes

(Backlight Compensation)

To prevent the backlit subject from being recorded very dark. (Backlight means that the light falls on the subject from behind, i.e. the subject is between the light source and the Movie Camera.)

s SEARCH

CHK

Keep the Reverse Search Button [sSEARCH] or the Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] pressed for more than 1 second.

≥Pressing the [sSEARCH] Button plays back the

picture in reverse direction.

≥Pressing the [SEARCHr] Button plays back the

picture in forward direction.

s SEARCH

SEARCH r

Keep the Backlight Button [BLC] pressed.

The backlight is being compensated as long as you keep the Button pressed, and the subject is recorded more brightly. (The picture brightens up as a whole.)

TBC

BLC

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Starting to Record from the Desired Position:

Release the pressed Search Button.

The Movie Camera is in the Recording Pause Mode.

s SEARCH SEARCH r

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.

The Movie Camera starts recording a new scene with smooth scene-toscene transition.

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

Remarks, etc.

≥For Recording Check, the Movie Camera must be in

the same mode (SP or LP) as used for recording, otherwise the playback picture is distorted.

≥The noise bars may appear when switching from

Recording Pause to the last recorded scene.

Basic Operations

≥If the Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) of the

previous and the new recording are different, the playback picture may be distorted.

Returning to Normal Recording

Release the Backlight Button [BLC].

TBC

BLC

≥The sky may appear whitish. ≥When recording with the sun striking the subject at

an angle, star-shaped light reflections may be recorded in the picture.

≥When recording a subject in front of a very bright

background, the subject may still appear dark in the picture.

≥In some cases, the subject may look clear, but the

background may be overexposed (almost completely white). However, this is normal and not a malfunction.

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VOL

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TITLE

DATE TIME TITLE HOLIDAY LANGUAGE FOR TITLE ENGLISH SIZE NORMAL COLOUR WHITE

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Title Procedure

Enlarging Your Subject or Widening the Recording Angle

(Zooming In/Out)

Recording close-ups of your subjects and recording wide-angle shots adds special effects to your videos.

[W]

Zooming Out

CAMERA

FOCUS / SET

CHARGE

MF/ TRACKING

V C R

INFO-

WINDOW

To record a wider view (Zooming-out): Push the [W/T] Zoom Lever toward [W]. To enlarge your subject (Zooming-in): Push the [W/T] Zoom Lever toward [T].

The Zoom Magnification Indication appears for a few seconds.

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

zooming

Zooming In

[T]

magnification

Recording with the Time and/or Date Superimposed in the Picture

Confirm that [CAMERA] Lamp is lit.

Deleting the Date/Time/Title Indication

During recording or when the Movie Camera is in the Recording Pause Mode, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button to make the Date/Time/Title Indication disappear.

DATE/ TITLE

VOL

After displaying the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu... (p. 10):

Turn the [34] Dial to select [DATE/TITLE].

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired indication.

FOCUS / SET

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∫ The Date/Time/Title Indication

14:30

15.10.2002

[DATE TIME]

Date and Time (h/m)

HOLIDAY

15.10.2002

[DATE TITLE] Date and Title

≥The indications change in the order 1 to 6.

HOLIDAY

15.10.2002

[DATE]

Date only

14:30

15.10.2002

[DATE TIME TITLE] Date, Time and Title

HOLIDAY

[TITLE]

Title only

14:30:15

15.10.2002

[DATE TIMErSECONDS]

Date and Time (h/m/s)

Remarks, etc.

≥The further you push the [W/T] Zoom Lever toward

[W] or [T], the faster the zooming speed becomes.

≥When you have zoomed to the tele setting, precise

focusing is only possible on subjects no closer than

1.8 metres.

Recording Extra Close-up Shots of Small Subjects (Macro Close-up Function)

When the zoom magnification is 1k, the Movie Camera can focus on subjects down to a distance of approximately 5 mm between lens and subject. This allows recording very small subjects such as insects. ≥When using the Macro Close-up Function, we

recommend that you use the IR/Video DC Light (optional), etc. rather than the 0 Lux Night View Function to brighten up the scene.

Basic Operations

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

The selected Date/Time/ Title Indication appears.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

≥After turning the Movie Camera off and then on

again, the previously selected Date/Time/Title Indication is no longer displayed. To make it appear again, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button once.

≥Be sure to turn the Movie Camera off before

removing the Battery or disconnecting the AC Adaptor. Disconnecting the power supply while the Movie Camera is on erases the Date/Time/Title Indication (p. 54) stored in memory.

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s SEARCH SEARCH r

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

INFO-

WINDOW

CAMERA

V C R

CHARGE

;W.B

∫1

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

BLC

TBC

Title Procedure

Viewing the Just Recorded Scenes on the Movie Camera

(Playback)

You can watch playback of the recorded scenes.

CAMERA

CHARGE

WINDOW

INFO-

V C R

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [VCR] while pressing the Button

The [VCR] Lamp lights.

Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape.

Rewind the tape to the point where the recording started. ≥When the tape reaches

the beginning, the rewinding automatically stops.

s SEARCH

Fast-Forwarding

Press the [5] Button in the Stop Mode. ≥When the tape reaches the end, it automatically

rewinds to the beginning.

SEARCH r

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Press the [1] Button to start playback.

TBC

≥The [!] Indication

appears.

≥When the tape reaches

the end, it automatically rewinds to the beginning.

BLC

To stop playback: Press the [∫] Button.

≥Never disconnect the

AC Adaptor during Playback. This could damage the Movie Camera or the tape.

∫

∫ Adjusting the Sound Volume

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Push the [sVOLr] Lever toward [r] to increase the volume or push it toward [s] to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] Indication appears and the number of bars increases or decreases. When you release the Lever, this indication disappears. You can also adjust the volume with the °Remote Controller. Increase the volume by pressing the [T] Button, or decrease it by pressing the [W] Button. This adjustment is only possible during playback.

°Remote Controller: NV-VZ15 only ≥Because the speaker contains a magnet, do not bring a

cassette near the speaker 3. It could adversely influence the recorded content.

VOL

Remarks, etc.

∫ TBC (Time Base Corrector) Function

Playback of certain cassettes can cause slight horizontal shaking of the picture or other distortion. To minimize such distortion and ensure a stable playback picture, this Movie Camera is equipped with the TBC Function. This function is automatically activated within a few seconds after playback has started, and the [TBC] Indication appears.

∫ Cancelling the TBC Function

With certain cassettes, however, the TBC Function could cause slight vertical shaking or other distortion in the playback picture. In this case, first try to adjust the tracking (p. 28). If this does not improve the picture, cancel the TBC Function by keeping the [TBC] Button pressed until the [TBC] Indication disappears. If you want to turn the TBC Function on again, press the [TBC] Button for a few seconds until the [TBC] Indication reappears. Even if you cancel the TBC Function, it is automatically turned back on when you switch the Movie Camera from the Camera Mode to the VCR Mode.

∫ In the Following Cases, the TBC Function

Does Not Work:

≥In the Cue, Review or Still Playback Mode ≥When using the Camera Search or Recording

Check Function

≥When adjusting the tracking ≥When playing back an unrecorded part on the tape

When you play back a cassette with stretched, shrunk or otherwise damaged tape, the TBC Function does not work correctly (it may repeatedly turn on and off). In this case, cancel the TBC Function.

Basic Operations

VOLUME

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MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Title Procedure

Eliminating Picture Distortions

(Manual Tracking Adjustment)

This Movie Camera adjusts the tracking automatically. With certain cassettes, however, the tracking adjustment may not be precise. In this case, adjust the tracking manually.

s SEARCH SEARCH r

;W.B

∫1

BLC

TBC

Press the [FOCUS/SET] Button briefly during playback.

The [TRACK.] Indication appears.

Turn the [TRACKING] Dial to adjust the tracking.

TRACK

TRACK.

White noise bars

Using the Cue, Review and Still Playback Functions During Normal Playback

Perform the following operations with the Movie Camera in the VCR mode ([VCR] Lamp lights) and in the Normal Playback Mode.

FOCUS / SET

Cue Playback

Keep the [5] Button pressed during playback.

SEARCH r

MF/ TRACKING

Review Playback

Keep the [6] Button pressed during playback.

s SEARCH

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Returning to the Auto Tracking Mode

Press the [FOCUS/SET] Button for more than 2 seconds during playback.

FOCUS / SET

Remarks, etc.

≥The Tracking Adjustment Function is automatically

cancelled when the [TRACKING] Dial is not turned for 5 seconds.

≥It may not be possible to remove the noise bars

completely.

≥It is not possible to adjust the tracking when a menu

is displayed.

≥If you eject the cassette after adjusting the tracking,

the adjusted setting is cancelled.

Basic Operations

Search Lock Function

For longer Cue or Review Playback, press the Cue Button [5] or the Review Button [6] only briefly. As this locks the search function, you do not need to keep the button pressed for a long time.

≥To resume normal

playback, press the [1] Button.

Still Playback

Press the [;] Button during Normal Playback. To return to Normal Playback, press the [;] Button again.

;W.B

;

≥If you leave the Movie Camera in the Still Playback

Mode for about 6 minutes, it automatically switches over to the Stop Mode. And, if the Movie Camera is being powered by the Battery, it switches off completely after a further 6 minutes.

≥The sound is played back only during normal

playback.

≥In the Cue, Review and Still Playback Modes,

horizontal noise bars appear in the picture, or the picture may become black and white or distorted.

≥The horizontal noise bars have a different pattern in

the SP mode and LP mode.

≥During Cue or Review Playback, no indications are

displayed.

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To Audio Output Socket.

1 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately)

To Audio Input Socket.

AV Cable

To Video Input Socket.

To Video Output Socket.

Title Procedure

Play Back on a TV

By connecting the Movie Camera to a TV, you can watch playback of the recorded scenes on the TV screen.

21-pin Cable (purchase separately)

Connect the Audio Output Socket [A] and the Video Output Socket [V] on the Movie Camera with the audio and video input sockets on the TV.

Use the AV Cable (supplied) to connect the Movie Camera with the TV.

After Use

Take out the cassette. (p. 18)

EJECT

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [OFF].

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

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∫ Cleaning the Viewfinder

If dust has entered the Viewfinder…

1 Push the Buttons on both sides of the

Viewfinder and remove it in the direction of the arrow.

2 Remove dust with a blower brush (not

supplied).

If you use a cotton swab or similar to clean the inside of the Viewfinder, use it very carefully to prevent scratching the screen inside the Viewfinder.

3 To re-attach the Viewfinder, push it

forward onto the Viewfinder Tube until it locks with a click.

On the TV, select the AV input channel which corresponds to the audio and video input sockets that you have connected the Movie Camera to.

Cleaning the LCD Monitor (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Clean the LCD Monitor with a soft cloth or a blower brush.

Cleaning the Movie Camera Body

Wipe it with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the Lens

Clean the lens with a soft cloth or a blower brush.

Remarks, etc.

≥Before connecting, turn off both the Movie Camera

and the TV for safety’s sake.

≥If your TV is not equipped with audio and video input

sockets, an 21-pin Adaptor is necessary. Consult your dealer.

1 (purchase separately)

Basic Operations

Close the LCD Monitor. (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Remove the Battery. (p. 7)

Attaching the Lens Cap

After use, attach the supplied Lens Cap to the Lens to protect it.

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CAMERA

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

CHARGE

WINDOW

INFO-

V C R

Title Procedure

Recording with Special Effects

(Digital Effects)

In addition to the Digital Zoom, this Movie Camera offers you various digital effect modes to make it easy to enhance your scenes in many creative ways.

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DIGITAL EFFECT

OFF D.ZOOM B/W SEPIA MOSAIC NEGA SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER BLUE FILTER

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Press the [MENU] Button.

The [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu appears.

Turn the [34] Dial to select [DIGITAL EFFECT] and then press the [SET] Button.

The [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu appears.

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Digital Effects [DIGITAL EFFECT]

1 Digital Zoom Mode [D.ZOOM] (p. 34)

It enlarges the subject beyond the optical zooming range.

2 Black & White Mode [B/W]

The picture is in black and white.

3 Sepia Mode [SEPIA]

Scenes have a brown tint similar to the colour of old photographs.

4 Mosaic Mode [MOSAIC]

The picture becomes mosaic-like.

5 Negative Mode [NEGA]

The picture has reversed colours similar to photographic negatives.

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700

D.ZOOM

NEGA

Turn the [34] Dial to select [DIGITAL EFFECT] and then press the [SET] Button to select the desired digital effect.

MF/ TRACKING

B/W

SOLARI

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

SEPIA

STRETCH

MOSAIC

Remarks, etc.

≥If you set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF]

and then set it to [CAMERA] again, the indication of the selected digital effect flashes for a few seconds to inform you of the selected setting.

≥If you have set [DIGITAL EFFECT] on the [DIGITAL

EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [B/W], [SEPIA], [RED FILTER] or [BLUE FILTER], it is not possible to manually adjust the white balance.

Cancelling the Digital Effect

Set [DIGITAL EFFECT] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

FOCUS / SET

6 Solarisation Mode [SOLARI]

The picture has an effect similar to a painting.

7 Stretch Mode [STRETCH]

The picture is stretched horizontally while its height remains unchanged.

8 Red Mode [RED FILTER]

The picture becomes reddish.

9 Blue Mode [BLUE FILTER]

The picture becomes bluish.

Advanced Operations

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VOL

CAMERA

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

CHARGE

WINDOW

INFO-

V C R

Title Procedure

Using the Digital Zoom Function

This function is convenient when you want to enlarge a very distant subject even more than is possible with the normal (optical) zoom which offers a magnification range of 1k–18k. For the Digital Zoom Function, you can choose between up to 45k, up to 100k and up to 700k magnification.

After displaying the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu... (p. 32)

Turn the [34] Dial to select [DIGITAL EFFECT].

Press the [SET] Button to select [D.ZOOM].

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired digital zoom range (up to 45t, up to 100t or up to 700t).

FOCUS / SET

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

The [D.ZOOM] Indication appears.

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CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DIGITAL EFFECT

OFF D.ZOOM B/W SEPIA MOSAIC NEGA SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER BLUE FILTER

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Turn the [34] Dial to select [RETURN] and then press the [SET] Button to select [YES].

The [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu appears.

MF/ TRACKING

CAMERA SETUP

MOTION SENSOR OFF

DIGITAL ZOOM

RETURN ----

45X 100X 700X

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Select [DIGITAL ZOOM] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-

(p. 10)

Menu.

MF/ TRACKING

Remarks, etc.

≥When using the Digital Zoom Function, the picture

quality is somewhat reduced.

FOCUS / SET

Push the [W/T] Zoom Lever toward [T] or [W] to zoom in or out as desired.

VOL

FOCUS / SET

Advanced Operations

Cancelling the Digital Zoom Function

Set [DIGITAL EFFECT] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

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CAMERA

FADE

CHARGE

V C R

INFO-

WINDOW

FADE

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Title Procedure

Using the Fade Functions

∫ Fading In Fading in lets you make the picture (and sound) appear gradually at the beginning of a recording.

∫ Fading Out Fading out lets you make the picture (and sound) disappear gradually at the end of a recording.

DIGITAL FADE OFF ON

FADE IN SLIDE FADE OUT SLIDE FADE COLOUR BLACK

RETURN ----

FADE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

After displaying the [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu... (p. 10)

Turn the [34] Dial to select [DIGITAL FADE] and then press the [SET] Button to select [ON].

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Turn the [34] Dial to select [FADE COLOUR] and then press the [SET] Button to select the desired colour.

Turn the [34] Dial to select [FADE IN] and then press the [SET] Button to select the desired the fade in effect.

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Approximately 3–4 seconds later, release the [FADE] Button.

The picture appears gradually with the selected digital fade effect.

During recording, keep the [FADE] Button pressed.

The picture disappears gradually with the selected digital fade effect.

FADE

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Normal Fading In/Out

The whole picture fades in or fades out gradually.

∫∫

∫ Fading In 1

∫∫

1 Set [DIGITAL FADE] on the [FADE SETUP]

Sub-Menu to [OFF]. (p. 10)

2 With the Movie Camera in the Recording

Pause Mode, keep the [FADE] Button pressed.

3 When the picture has completely

disappeared, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.

4 Approximately 3–4 seconds later, release the

[FADE] Button.

∫∫

∫ Fading Out 2

∫∫

1 Set [DIGITAL FADE] on the [FADE SETUP]

Sub-Menu to [OFF].

2 During recording, keep the [FADE] Button

pressed.

3 After the picture has completely disappeared,

press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording.

4 Release the [FADE] Button.

Remarks, etc.

Turn the [34] Dial to select [FADE OUT].

MF/ TRACKING

With the Movie Camera in the Recording Pause Mode, keep the [FADE] Button pressed.

FADE

After the picture has completely disappeared, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording.

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired the fade out effect.

FOCUS / SET

When the picture has completely disappeared, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.

Release the [FADE] Button.

FADE

1 Slide Mode [SLIDE]

The picture fades in with a wipe effect or fades out.

2 Door Mode [DOOR]

The picture fades in to the left and right like a door opens or fades out in reverse direction.

3 Corner Mode [CORNER]

The picture fades in from the upper right to the lower left corner or fades out in reverse direction.

4 Window Mode [WINDOW]

The picture fades in starting at the centre and extending toward the edges or fades out in reverse direction.

5 Shutter Mode [SHUTTER]

The picture fades in vertically from the center like a shutter or fades out in reverse direction.

≥The colours of the Digital Fade change in the

following order:

BLACK

GREEN

WHITE

CYAN

YELLOW

BLUE

RED

MAGENTA

Advanced Operations

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OTHER FUNCTIONS

REC SPEED SP LP

INTERVAL REC OFF ON

REC TIME 5S 1/2S 1S 5S INTERVAL TIME 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

DEMO MODE OFF

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Title Procedure

Interval Recording

You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the Movie Camera aimed at a specific subject, you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time.

≥It is not possible to perform interval recording onto

recordings made in the LP Mode. (p. 13)

REC

INT.REC

After displaying the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu... (p. 10)

Turn the [34] Dial to select [INTERVAL REC].

MF/ TRACKING

REC

INT.REC

Press the [SET] Button to select [ON].

FOCUS / SET

PAUSE

INT.REC

Turn the [34] Dial to select [INTERVAL TIME].

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired Interval Time.

FOCUS / SET

15S

(15 seconds)

5MIN

(5 minutes)

(30 seconds)

(1 minute)

30S

1MIN

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Turn the [34] Dial to select [REC TIME].

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired Recording Time.

FOCUS / SET

Remarks, etc.

Cancelling the Interval Recording Mode

When the [%] Indication is not displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to make the [PAUSE] Indication appear. And then set [INTERVAL REC] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

≥Before performing other operations following Interval

Recording, make sure the Interval Recording Mode is deactiveted.

≥The Interval Recording Mode is cancelled when the

Movie Camera is turned off.

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

The [INT.REC] Indication appears.

1/4S

(1/4 seconds)

(5 seconds)

1/2S

(1/2 seconds)

(1 second)

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

Recording and intervals alternate automatically.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Advanced Operations

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CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Title Procedure

Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording

In this mode, recording automatically starts when the built-in Motion Sensor detects some movement in the picture. ≥Select the desired Date/Time/Title Indications before

activating the Motion-Sensor Mode. (p. 24)

CAMERA SETUP MOTION SENSOR OFF ON

DIGITAL ZOOM

45X

MOTION SENSOR OFF ON

DIGITAL ZOOM

RETURN ----

CAMERA SETUP

45X

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Select the [CAMERA SETUP] on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu. (p. 10)

MF/ TRACKING

Turn the [34] Dial to select [MOTION SENSOR].

MF/ TRACKING

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

STDBY

MOTION SENSOR

REC

MOTION SENSOR

FOCUS / SET

Cancelling the Motion Sensor Function During Stand-by Mode

Set [MOTION SENSOR] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Cancelling the Motion Sensor Function During Recording

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button for approximately 2 seconds.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

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Press the [SET] Button to select [ON].

FOCUS / SET

≥Approximately 1 second after the Movie

Camera’s Motion Sensor has detected movement in the picture, recording automatically starts. Approximately 10 seconds after movement in the picture has stopped, recording automatically stops and the Movie Camera is in the Motion Sensor Function Stand-by Mode.

Press the [MENU]

Button to exit the

Menu.

The [STDBY] Indication

appears.

Remarks, etc.

In the Following Recording Situations, the Motion Sensor May Not Work Correctly:

≥A white wall or another single-colour background

behind the subject.

≥A subject with horizontal, vertical or oblique

stripes.

≥Sudden changes in the surrounding brightness. ≥Exposure of the Movie Camera to slight shocks or

vibration.

≥Extremely slow or fast movement of the subject. ≥Very little movement of the subject. ≥Recording in a dimly lit place. (The [MOTION

SENSOR] Indication flashes.)

≥A very small subject. ≥Movement of the subject near the edge of the

picture.

≥A background with horizontal or vertical stripes.

≥To prevent accidental recording start caused by

Movie Camera movement, the Movie Camera should be mounted on a tripod or be otherwise secured in a very stable position.

≥Although you can select a Digital Effect on the

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu when [MOTION SENSOR] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the Motion Sensor Function has priority and the selected digital effect is automatically cancelled.

≥When [MOTION SENSOR] on the [CAMERA

SETUP] Sub-Menu is set to [ON], it is not possible to manually start recording by pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button or to activate the Recording Check or Camera Search Function.

≥When you use the AC adaptor to power the Movie

Camera, the Motion Sensor Function Stand-by Mode will continue when no movement is detected in the picture, even when the tape has reached the end during recording.

≥To ensure correct functioning of the Motion Sensor

Function, the moving subject should be quite large in the picture. Therefore, when you have zoomed the lens to the maximum wide-angle position, the distance between lens and subject should preferably be within about 2 metres. For subjects at larger distances, be sure to zoom in accordingly.

≥The Movie Camera requires time to set up before

recording starts. Therefore, the beginning of movement is not recorded.

≥If there is a power interruption, the Motion Sensor

Function is cancelled.

Advanced Operations

≥When the Movie Camera remains in the Motion

Sensor Function Stand-by Mode for more than 6 minutes, the Viewfinder or *LCD Monitor turns off to conserve power. When the Motion Sensor again detects movement in the picture, recording automatically restarts after approximately 4 seconds, and the Viewfinder or °LCD Monitor turns on.

°LCD Monitor: NV-VZ14/VZ15 only

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O LUX

OFF

Built-in Infra-red Beam Emitters

Title Procedure

Recording in Dark Places without Any Illumination

(0 Lux Night View Function)

This function is convenient when you want to record at night in places without any illumination, for example for observing the behaviour of nocturnal animals, etc. In this mode, the Movie Camera emits infrared rays which makes it possible to record subjects that are invisible to the naked eye.

CAMERA

CHARGE

WINDOW

SIS

INFO-

V C R

Set the [0 LUX OFF/ON] Switch to [ON] to make the [0LUX] Indication appear.

The built-in Infra-red Beam Emitters light. Be careful not to cover them with your hand when recording.

O LUX

OFF

Recording with Minimised Camera Shake

(Super Image Stabilizer)

In recording situations where shaking of the Movie Camera is likely to happen, for example when you have zoomed in on a distant subject or when you record while walking, you can use this function to stabilize the image. ≥In case of very strong camera shake, it may not be

possible to stabilize the picture.

0LUX

Press the Super Image Stabilizer Button [SIS].

The [[] Indication appears.

SIS

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Cancelling the 0 Lux Night View Function

Set the [0 LUX OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] to make the [0LUX] Indication disappear.

O LUX

OFF

Cancelling the Super Image Stabilizer Function

Press the [SIS] Button again.

SIS

Remarks, etc.

Notes for Recording in Dark Places without Any Illumination

≥Do not use the 0 Lux Night View Function in brightly

lit places and never aim the Movie Camera against the sun, as this could cause irreparable damage.

≥The playback picture of scenes recorded with the 0

Lux Night View Function will be in black and white.

≥If you change the setting of the [0 LUX OFF/ON]

Switch during recording, a switching noise is also recorded.

≥When recording in the 0 Lux Night View Function, it is

not possible to adjust the white balance manually or to cancel the manually adjusted white balance setting.

≥It is not possible to use any of the Programme AE

Modes when the 0 Lux Night View Mode is activated.

≥When using the 0 Lux Night View Function, the

subject should be within 3 metres from the Movie Camera.

≥When the automatic focusing is not precise, adjust

the focus manually.

≥As the iris is fully opened in the 0 Lux Night View

Mode, subjects in white or other light colours may be recorded whitish, blurred and with weak contrast.

≥If you use the 0 Lux Night View Function together

with the Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording Function, recording starts automatically when the Movie Camera’s built-in Motion Sensor detects some movement in the picture. This combined function is convenient for easy, unattended animal observation recordings at night.

Advanced Operations

∫ In the Following Recording Conditions, the

Picture Stabilizing Effect May Not Be Sufficient:

≥Subjects with horizontal or vertical stripes ≥Flat subjects ≥Dark subjects (In this case, the [[] Indication

flashes. Increase the amount of light.)

≥Subject under many fluorescent lamps.

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MNL MNL

PROG. AE

Title Procedure

Recording with Automatic White Balance Adjustment

After pressing the [PROG. AE] Button so that the [AUTO] Indication appears, it is possible to record pictures with natural colours under almost any recording condition.

VOL

;W.B

Press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the [AUTO] Indication appears.

Recording with Manual White Balance Adjustment

With this Movie Camera, you can also adjust the white balance manually. Use this mode for special subjects and recording conditions, for which the Full Auto Mode is not suitable, and for light sources outside the Auto White Balance Adjustment range (p. 69). Use it also when you want to manually adjust the white balance for each new scene as professionals do.

Press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until an indication other than [AUTO] Indication appears.

PROG. AE

Attach the White Lens Cap and zoom in until the entire screen is white.

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Keep the [W.B] Button pressed until the [1] Indication flashing and remains lit.

1 stops

Returning to the Auto White Balance Adjustment Mode

Press the [W.B] Button once. Or, press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the [AUTO] Indication appears.

Remarks, etc.

In the following cases, you cannot change White Balance:

≥When you set [DIGITAL EFFECT] on the

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [B/W], [SEPIA], [RED FILTER] or [BLUE FILTER]

≥During 0 Lux Night View Mode

In the Following Cases, the [1] Indication Flashes:

≥During manual adjustment of the white balance.

(If the surroundings are dark and the white balance cannot be adjusted, the [1] Indication keeps flashing.)

≥When the previously Manual White Balance

Adjustment is maintained.

≥We recommend that you adjust the white balance

anew whenever there is a change in the recording situation.

Subjects and Recording Conditions Not Suitable for Recording in the Full Auto Mode

≥Subjects with dark surfaces ≥Subjects lit by natrium lamps

Advanced Operations

;W.B

PROG. AE

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PROG. AE

CAMERA

CHARGE

INFO-

V C R

WINDOW

FOCUS / SET

Title Procedure

Recording Yourself

(Recording with the LCD Monitor Facing Forward) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Turning the LCD Monitor so that it faces forward, allows you to aim the Movie Camera and view the picture in the Viewfinder, while the persons in front of the camera can check the picture on the LCD Monitor during recording. If you mount the Movie Camera on a tripod and use the °Remote Controller, you can also take part in the action that you are recording and check the picture from the front on the LCD Monitor. °Remote Controller: NV-VZ15 only

MF/ TRACKING

Slide the [3OPEN] Lever to the left and simultaneously open the LCD Monitor in the direction of the arrow approximately 90u.

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

90 u

OPEN

After displaying the Camera Mode Main-Menu... (p. 10)

Turn the [34] Dial to select the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu and then press the [SET] Button.

Turn the LCD Monitor until it faces forward approximately 180u.

Focusing on the Subject Manually

(Manual Focus)

This makes it possible to adjust the focus manually for subjects and recording situations for which automatic focusing is not precise.

Press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until an indication other than [AUTO] Indication appears.

PROG. AE

180o

Keep the [W/T] Zoom Lever pushed toward [T] to zoom in on the subject.

Zooming in on the subject before adjusting the focus ensures that the subject remains precisely focused even when you later zoom out.

VOL

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∫ Mirror Mode

When recording yourself with the LCD Monitor facing forward, the picture shown on it the way it is being recorded may be difficult to get used to. This is because we usually look at ourselves in the mirror, so we see a mirror-image and this feels more natural. This Movie Camera features the Mirror Mode which displays the picture as a mirror-image. However, even if you have selected in the Mirror Mode, the picture is recorded in the normal way. ≥It is not possible to display and record the Date, Time and/or

Title Indication in the Mirror Mode.

In the Mirror Mode, only the following indications can be displayed on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder:

[¥] : Recording Mode Indication [;¥] : Recording Pause Mode Indication [x] : Remaining Battery Indication [°] : General Warning/

Alarm Indication

When you want to confirm other indications, return the LCD Monitor to position 1 or 2 shown in the illustration above. Especially when the [°] Indication is displayed, be sure to return the LCD Monitor to position 1 or 2 so that you can confirm the actual Warning/Alarm Indication. ≥If you turn the LCD Monitor so that it faces forward, the

Viewfinder also automatically turns on. However, in the following cases, the Viewfinder turns off:

≥

Changing from the Camera to the VCR Mode.

≥

Closing the LCD Monitor with the screen facing outward (as shown above 1).

Remarks, etc.

Turn the [34] Dial to select [SELF SHOOT].

MF/ TRACKING

Press the Recording Start/ Stop Button

Turn the [MF] Dial to adjust the focus.

The [MF] Indication appears. ([MF] means Manual Focus.)

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired mode ([NORMAL] or [MIRROR]).

[NORMAL] means Normal Mode. [MIRROR] means Mirror Mode.

∫ Stopping Recording Press the Recording Start/Stop Button

FOCUS / SET

Push the [W/T] Zoom Lever toward [W] to zoom out as desired.

Advanced Operations

Cancelling the Manual Focusing Mode

Press the [FOCUS] Button once to make the [MF] Indication disappear. Or, press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the [AUTO] Indication appears.

PROG. AE

MF/ TRACKING

VOL

FOCUS / SET

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Title Procedure

Recording in Special Situations

(Programme AE)

This function lets you select Automatic Exposure settings optimized for special recording situations.

PROG. AE

Press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the indication of the desired mode ([5], [7], [N], [Ω] or [º]) appears.

PROG. AE

[5] Sports Mode

To record scenes with fast-moving subjects such as sports scenes.

[7] Portrait Mode

To make subjects stand out sharply from the background.

[4] Low Light Mode

To record dark scenes more brightly.

[Ω] Spotlight Mode

To record subjects under spotlights. (party, theatre, etc.)

[º] Surf & Snow Mode

To record subjects in brightly lit surroundings (ski slopes, beach, etc.).

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Remarks, etc.

Cancelling the Selected Programme AE Function

Press the [PROG. AE] Button to set to [AUTO].

≥During recording, it is not possible to change the

recording mode ([AUTO], [MNL], [5], [7], [4], [Ω], [º]), even if you press the [PROG. AE] Button.

≥It is not possible to use any of the Programme AE

Modes when the 0 Lux Night View Mode is activated.

Sports Mode

≥When playing back scenes recorded in the Sports

Mode, you can enjoy slow motion and still playback of very sharp images with fine details.

≥Avoid recording under fluorescent, mercury-vapour

or natrium lamps as the colour and the brightness of the playback picture may fluctuate.

≥When recording subjects lit by strong lights or with

much light reflection, the playback picture may contain vertical streaks of light.

≥When the scene is not sufficiently lit, the [5]

Indication flashes.

≥When using this mode for recording indoors, the

playback picture may flicker.

Portrait Mode

≥When using this mode for recording indoors, the

playback picture may flicker.

Low Light Mode

≥It may not be possible to sufficiently brighten up

extremely dark scenes.

≥The use of this mode for recording may cause noise

in the playback picture.

Spotlight Mode

≥When using this mode, the recorded picture may be

extremely dark.

≥If a subject is extremely bright, the recorded picture

may be whitish.

Surf & Snow Mode

≥If a subject is extremely bright, the recorded picture

may be whitish.

Advanced Operations

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PAUSE

;

A.DUB

FOCUS / SET

MF/ TRACKING

INSERT

Title Procedure

Insert Editing

You can record a new scene onto a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged.

s SEARCH SEARCH r

;W.B

∫1

BLC

TBC

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Insert the recorded cassette and set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [VCR].

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

OTHER FUNCTIONS

AUDIO DUBBING ---- ON

INSERT ---- ON

RETURN ---- YES

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Press the [1] Button to start playback and press the Pause Button

;;

[

;] at the tape

;;

position at which you want the editing to stop.

TBC

BLC

;W.B

Adding New Sound on a Recorded Cassette

You can record a new music or narration onto a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original audio.

Perform above steps 1-4 before performing the following steps.

(Audio Dubbing)

Play back a still picture at the point at which you want the Insert Editing to start.

Play back a still picture at the point at which you want the audio dubbing to start.

Set [INSERT] on the [OHTER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [ON].

The [INSERT] Indication

1 appears.

Set [AUDIO DUBBING] on the [OHTER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [ON].

The [A.DUB] Indication

2 appears.

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Reset the Tape Counter to zero.

(p. 60)

After displaying the [DISPLAY SETUP] SubMenu... (p. 10)

Set [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu to [MEMORY].

Remarks, etc.

≥Be sure to insert the cassette with an intact tab or if

the tab has been removed, cover the hole with an adhesive tape.

Stopping Insert Editing

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The Movie Camera is again in the Recording Pause Mode.

MF/ TRACKING

Turn the Movie Camera to the title to be inserted and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

The Insert Editing automatically stops approximately at the position at which you reset the counter to zero.

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

Press the Playback Button [1] to start audio dubbing.

The Audio Dubbing automatically stops approximately at the position at which you reset the counter to zero.

TBC

BLC

FOCUS / SET

Cancelling the Insert Editing Function

Press the [∫] Button.

≥It is not possible to set [INSERT] on the [OTHER

FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [ON] when it is not in the Still Playback Mode.

≥It is not possible to perform Insert Editing on an

unrecorded part of the tape. If you try to do so, the tape will stop.

≥When pressing the [MENU] Button in the Recording

Pause Mode, the Menu of Camera Mode appears. However, you cannot use the [MOTION SENSOR] of the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu, [REC SPEED] and [INTERVAL REC] of the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu.

Stopping Audio Dubbing

Press the [;] Button. The Movie Camera is again in the Still Playback Mode.

Cancelling the Audio Dubbing Function

Press the [∫] Button. ≥It is not possible to set [AUDIO DUBBING] on the

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [ON] when it is not in the Still Playback Mode.

≥It is not possible to perform Audio Dubbing on an

unrecorded part of the tape. If you try to do so, the tape will stop.

≥When using the Audio Dubbing Function, the

picture quality is somewhat reduced. However, it doesn’t affect the recorded picture.

Advanced Operations

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CAMERA

CHARGE

Remote Control Sensor

Transmitter

Window

Title Procedure

Remote Controller

(NV-VZ15/RZ15 only)

Using the wireless Remote Controller supplied with the Movie Camera allows operating most of the Movie Camera’s major functions from a distance.

Inserting the Batteries

Insert the supplied batteries before using the Remote Controller.

INFO-

V C R

WINDOW

Remove off the Battery Cover.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Insert the batteries with the polarity (d and e) correctly aligned.

Using the Remote Controller

+ +

Set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch on the Movie Camera to [CAMERA] or [VCR].

≥When the [CAMERA] Lamp lights, you can use the

recording functions.

≥When the [VCR] Lamp lights, you can use the

playback functions.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

INFO-

V C R

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

CAMERA

CHARGE

V C R

WINDOW

INFO-

WINDOW

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The Remote Controller lets you take part in the action and control the recording operation from in front of the Movie Camera.

∫ Buttons on the Remote Controller

The buttons with the same mark as on the Movie Camera generally have the same function.

1 Zoom Buttons [W/T] (p. 24, 47)

2 Rewind/Review Button [

To start review playback. (p. 28) To rewind the tape. (p. 26) To activate the Camera Search Function.

(p. 22)

To activate the Recording Check Function.

(p. 22)

3 Stop Button [∫] (p. 27)

4 Pause Button [;] (p. 29)

5 Playback Button [1] (p. 27)

2 3

VIDEO CAMERA

REW - SEARCH - FF

PLAY;PAUSE∫STOP

START/STOP

6 Fast-Forward/Cue Button [5]

To start cue playback. (p. 28) To fast-forward the tape. To activate the Camera Search Function.

(p. 22)

7 Recording Start/Stop Button

[START/STOP] (p. 20)

Remarks, etc.

Replacing the Batteries

Replace the Battery Cover.

The life of the batteries is about 1 year. When the batteries are exhausted, purchase two new “AAA”, “UM-4” or “R03” type batteries and insert them in the same way as explained on the left.

Aim the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor on the Movie Camera and press the appropriate button.

Distance to the Movie Camera: Less than 5 metres. Angle: Approximately 10° up, and 15° down, left and

right from centre axis.

Remote Control Sensor

Transmitter Window

≥Do not mix old batteries with new batteries. ≥Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and

Manganese.

≥Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. ≥Do not short-circuit the batteries. ≥When you do not use the Remote Controller for a

long time, take out the batteries and store it in a cool, dry place.

Advanced Operations

≥The operative range described on the left is valid for

using the Remote Controller indoors. When using it outdoors or under strong lights, it may not work correctly even within the left range.

≥Within a distance of about 1 metre, it is also possible

to use the Remote Controller from the side ([MENU] Button side). (NV-VZ15 only)

≥Do not cover the Transmitter Window on the Remote

Controller with your hand, etc.

≥The zoom speed cannot be changed from the

Remote Controller. To prevent inadvertent operation by other infrared remote controllers, the Movie Camera needs to receive each command signal three times. For this reason, there is a slight delay between pressing the [W] or [T] Button on the Remote Controller and the actual operation of the zoom function on the Movie Camera.

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DATE/ TITLE

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Title Procedure

Recording with Pre-programmed Titles Inserted in the Picture

You can insert one of 10 pre-programmed titles in recordings of special occasions such as weddings and birthday parties. These titles are available in 8 languages.

≥Be sure to turn the Movie Camera off before

removing the Battery or disconnecting the AC Adaptor. Disconnecting the power supply while the Movie Camera is on erases the Date/Time/Title Indication stored in memory.

After selecting [LANGUAGE FOR TITLE] 1 on the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu... (p. 10)

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired language.

FOCUS / SET

Turn the [34] Dial to select [TITLE] 2.

MF/ TRACKING

Deleting the Pre-programmed Title Indication

During recording or when the Movie Camera is in the Recording Pause Mode, press the [DATE/ TITLE] Button to make the Title Indication disappear. To make it appear again, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button.

Recording with Pre-programmed Title Inserted in the Picture

During recording, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button to make the title appear.

Deleting the Title

Press the [DATE/TITLE] Button to make the title disappear.

Press the [SET] Button repeatedly to select the desired colour.

FOCUS / SET

Turn the [34] Dial to select [SIZE] 4.

MF/ TRACKING

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CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DATE/TITLE DATE TIME TITLE TITLE HOLIDAY

LANGUAGE FOR TITLE ENGLISH

SIZE LARGE COLOUR WHITE

RETURN ----

TITLE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DATE/TITLE DATE TIME TITLE

TITLE HOLIDAY

LANGUAGE FOR TITLE ENGLISH SIZE LARGE COLOUR WHITE

RETURN ----

TITLE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Press the [SET] Button repeatedly to select the desired title.

FOCUS / SET

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired size ([NORMAL] or [LARGE]).

You can choose either of 2 sizes for the title.

FOCUS / SET

DATE/TITLE DATE TIME TITLE TITLE HOLIDAY LANGUAGE FOR TITLE ENGLISH SIZE LARGE

COLOUR WHITE

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Turn the [34] Dial to select [COLOUR] 3.

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TITLE DATE TIME TITLE TITLE HOLIDAY LANGUAGE FOR TITLE ENGLISH

SIZE LARGE

COLOUR WHITE

RETURN ----

TITLE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Remarks etc.

≥Repeatedly pressing the [SET] Button changes the

language of the title in the following order: [ENGLISH]>[GERMAN]>[FRENCH]>[ITALIAN]

>[SPANISH]>[RUSSIAN]>[CHINESE]>[ARABIC] >[ENGLISH]>

≥Repeatedly pressing of the [SET] Button changes

the title in the following order: (In the other available languages, they are arranged in the same order.) [HOLIDAY]>[HAPPY BIRTHDAY]> [WEDDING]>[FAMILY]>[PARTY]> [THE END]>[CONGRATULATIONS]> [MERRY CHRISTMAS]> [HAPPY MEMORIES]> [HAPPY NEW YEAR]>[HOLIDAY]>

≥You can select the colour of the title from among

8 colours.

≥Repeatedly pressing the [SET] Button changes the

colours of the title in the following order:

WHITE YELLOW RED

BLACK BLUECYAN

GREEN

≥When a large-size title is displayed, some indications

do not appear even if the corresponding modes are activated.

≥If you set [SIZE] on the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu to

[LARGE], the large [RECORD] and [PAUSE] Indications, which usually appear briefly when you start or stop recording, do not appear.

≥When you change the title size from [NORMAL] to

[LARGE], the Title Indication changes as shown below.

HOLIDAY

MAGENTA

HOLIDAY

Advanced Operations

≥The Date/Time/Title Indication remains displayed

when you exit the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu after having changed the language of the title, the type of Date/Time/Title Indication (p. 25), the title itself, the size of the title or the colour of the title.

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VCR FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL EFFECT

FADE SETUP

TITLE SETUP

DATE/TIME SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

LCD/EVF SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

DIGITAL EFFECT

EFFECT ON

DIGITAL EFFECT

OFF B/W SEPIA MOSAIC NEGA SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER BLUE FILTER

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Title Procedure

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

DATE/ TITLE

Using Various Functions during Playback

With this Movie Camera you can add various effects to the recorded picture during playback. This is especially convenient for creatively enhancing certain scenes when you edit individual recorded scenes into a finished video.

1. Playback Title Indication

2. Playback Digital Effects

3. Playback Digital Fade (p. 58)

You can use these functions only when the TBC Function is activated. Make sure that the [TBC] Indication is displayed. (p. 27)

Playback Digital Effects

There are various modes available for adding special digital picture effects to your recordings during playback. They are identical to the Digital Effects (p. 32) that can be used during recording.

The Playback Digital Effect Function can be used only when the TBC Function is activated. Make sure that the [TBC] Indication is displayed. (p. 27)

1 B/W 2 SEPIA 3 MOSAIC 4 NEGA 5 SOLARI 6 STRETCH 7 RED FILTER 8 BLUE FILTER

Playback Title Indication

The Date/Time/Title Indication that can be inserted in the pictures during recording (p. 25, 54) can also be inserted in the picture during playback (editing). You can select the desired language, title, colour and size on the [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu. The Playback Title Indication Function can be used only when the TBC Function is activated. Make sure that the [TBC] Indication is displayed. (p. 27)

TBCTBC

HOLIDAY

After displaying the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu... (p. 32)

Press the [SET] Button to select the desired digital effect.

Turn the [34] Dial to select [DIGITAL EFFECT].

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

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During playback, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button to superimpose the desired Date/Time/ Title Indication.

To make the superimposed Date/Time/Title Indication disappear, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button again. The Date/Time Indication is generated by the Movie Camera’s built-in clock.

DATE/ TITLE

Remarks etc.

Suspending the Playback Digital Effect Temporarily

Set [EFFECT] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [OFF]. When the digital effect is temporarily suspended, the indication of the selected effect flashes.

Cancelling the Playback Digital Effect

Set [DIGITAL EFFECT] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

≥If you set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF]

and then set it to [VCR] again, the previously selected Playback Digital Effect is automatically cancelled.

Advanced Operations

Turn the [34] Dial to select [EFFECT].

MF/ TRACKING

Press the [SET] Button to select [ON].

FOCUS / SET

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

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TBC

∫

FADE

DIGITAL FADE ON

FADE IN SLIDE DOOR CORNER WINDOW SHUTTER

FADE OUT WINDOW

FADE COLOUR BLACK

RETURN ----

FADE SETUP

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Title Procedure

Playback Digital Fade

There are various Playback Digital Fade Modes available. They are the same as the Digital Fade Modes that can be used for recording (p. 36). The Playback Digital Fade Modes can be used only when the TBC Function is activated. Make sure that the [TBC] Indication is displayed. (p. 27)

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Set [DIGITAL FADE] on the [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (p. 10)

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Set [FADE IN] to the desired Digital Fade Mode.

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

Press the [MENU] Button to exit the Menu.

During playback, keep the [FADE] Button pressed.

The picture disappears gradually with the selected digital fade effect.

After the picture has completely disappeared, press the [∫] Button.

Playback stops.

∫

FADE

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Set [FADE OUT] to the desired Digital Fade Mode.

MF/ TRACKING

Set [FADE COLOUR] to the desired colour.

MF/ TRACKING

Remarks etc.

≥If you set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF]

and then set it to [VCR] again, the previously selected Playback Digital Fade is automatically cancelled.

≥The colours of the Digital Fade change in the same

order as Camera Mode. (p. 36)

FOCUS / SET

Release the [FADE] Button at the point where you wish to fade in.

FADE

During playback, press the [FADE] Button at the point where you want to fade out, and keep it pressed.

Release the [FADE] Button.

FADE

FOCUS / SET

Advanced Operations

FADE

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0:09.22

DISPLAY SETUP

TAPE 30

DISPLAY ALL

COUNTER RESET ---- YES

SELF SHOOT NORMAL

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

s SEARCH SEARCH r

;W.B

∫1

TBC

BLC

0:00.00

DISPLAY SETUP

TAPE 30

DISPLAY ALL

COUNTER RESET ---- YES

RETURN ----

PRESS MENU TO EXIT

Title Procedure

Using the Tape Counter Indication

The Tape Counter Indication is convenient for the following 2 purposes: to check the Elapsed Tape Time, and to use the Memory Stop Function.

Checking the Elapsed Tape Time

The Tape Counter Indication shows the elapsed tape time both during recording and playback. You can freely reset this indication (return the counter to [0:00.00] the counter to zero when you start recording or playback, you can check the tape time that has elapsed from that point.

1). Therefore, by resetting

MF/ TRACKING

FOCUS / SET

After displaying the [DISPLAY SETUP] SubMenu... (p. 10) Turn the [34] Dial to select [DISPLAY].

MF/ TRACKING

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Press the [SET] Button to select [ALL].

FOCUS / SET

Using the Memory Stop Function

This function is convenient for temporarily marking a tape position during recording or playback so that you can easily find it again later for playback.

M 0:00.00

Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape position from which you want to play back later.

Set [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] SubMenu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]

or the

[VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu to [MEMORY].

Start playback or recording.

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R 0:30

0:00.00

REC

14q

AUTO

R 0:30

M 0:00.00

REC

14q

AUTO

R 0:30

0:00.00

◊

TBC TBC

R 0:30

M 0:00.00

◊

Turn the [34] Dial to select [COUNTER RESET].

MF/ TRACKING

REC

Press the [SET] Button to select [YES].

≥When recording or playback

starts, the elapsed tape time is indicated in hours, minutes and seconds. During playback of parts of the tape on which no recording has been made, this indication does not change.

≥If you rewind the tape further

than the tape counter position [0:00.00], the minus sign [–] appears in front of the Tape Counter Indication.

2: Camera Mode 3: VCR Mode

After playback or recording is finished:

Set the [CAMERA/ OFF/VCR] Switch to [VCR].

Press the [5] or [6] Button.

The tape automatically stops approximately at the position at which you reset the counter to zero.

REC

14q

AUTO

◊

Remarks etc.

∫ Changing the Tape Counter Indication

By changing the setting for [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] or the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] MainMenu, the Counter Display Mode can be changed in the order shown in the above illustrations 1–4.

Camera Mode

1 ALL: Elapsed Tape Time Indication (initial

2 MEMORY: Memory Stop Indication and Elapsed

3 PARTIAL: No Counter Indication

≥In this condition, if you switch the Movie Camera

over to the VCR Mode and then back to the Camera Mode, [ALL] is automatically selected for the Tape Counter Indication.

4 OFF: No Counter Indication

setting)

Tape Time Indication

Only a few indications are displayed so that all parts of the picture can be seen clearly. However, when you turn on the Movie Camera, all indications initially appear for a few seconds to inform you of the selected settings.

In this mode, only the Operation Mode Indications and Warning/Alarm Indications can appear. However, when turning on the Movie Camera, all indications appear for a few seconds to inform you of the selected settings.

Advanced Operations

VCR

CAMERA

OFF

s SEARCH SEARCH r

VCR Mode

1 ALL: Elapsed Tape Time Indication (initial

setting)

2 MEMORY: Memory Stop Indication and Elapsed

3 OFF: No Counter Indication

Tape Time Indication

In this mode, only the Operation Mode, Warning/Alarm, Insert Editing Mode and Audio Dubbing Mode Indications can appear.

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s SEARCH SEARCH r

;W.B

∫1

TBC

BLC

1 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately)

To Audio Output Socket.

To Audio Input Socket.

AV Cable

To Video Input Socket.

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

To Video Output Socket.

Title Procedure

Copying onto an VHS Cassette

(Dubbing)

By connecting the AV Cable (supplied), you can copy the cassette recorded with this Movie Camera onto a VCR.

21-pin Cable (purchase separately)

Movie Camera: Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [VCR].

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

Movie Camera: Insert the recorded cassette.

VCR: Start recording.

VCR: Press the Pause or Stop Button to stop recording.

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VCR: Insert an unrecorded cassette with intact erasure prevention tab.

As some settings (external input, tape speed, etc.) on the VCR are necessary, please refer to your VCR’s operating instructions.

Movie Camera: Press the [∫] Button to stop playback.

Movie Camera: Press the [1] Button to start playback.

TBC

BLC

Remarks etc.

≥Also read the Operating Instructions of the VCR. ≥If your VCR is not equipped with audio and video

input sockets, an 21-pin Adaptor separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer. (When you use an 21-pin Adaptor, it is not necessary to connect the plug for the video signal of the AV Cable.)

≥If your VCR is equipped with an Edit Switch, turn it

on to ensure optimum picture quality of the dubbed cassette.

≥As the picture quality on the dubbed cassette is

slightly reduced, we recommend that you select the standard speed (SP Mode) on the VCR for dubbing. (SP means Standard Play.)

≥For all additional scenes that you want to dub, follow

steps 4 to 7.

1 (purchase

Advanced Operations

∫

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Optional Accessories

Optional Accessories are subject to change without notice. Some accessories are not available in some countries.

Battery Charger VW-BCV1B

ND Filter VW-LND37E

Tripod VZ-CT55E

Battery Pack (Lithium-Ion) CGR-V14S

MC Protector VW-LMC37E

Cassette Adaptor VW-TCA7E

Battery Pack (Lithium-Ion) CGR-V26S

Tele Conversion Lens VW-LT3714ME

IR/Video DC Light (Halogen&Infra-red)

Battery Pack (Lithium-Ion) CGR-V53S

Wide Conversion Lens VW-LW3707ME

Shoe Adaptor VW-SK11E

VZ-LDR10E

IR/Video DC Light (VZ-LDR10E)

It requires the Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK11E) for attaching to the Movie Camera.

≥Order accessory and consumable items for all Audio Visual Products with ease and confidence either by

telephoning our Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 Mon–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm.

Charging Time and Maximum Time for Continuous Recording

NV-VZ14/VZ15

CGR-V14S

CGR-V26S

CGR-V53S

1 h 40 min.

2 h 55 min. (2 h 5 min.)

3 h 10 min.

5 h 25 min. (4 h 5 min.)

6 h 20 min.

10 h 50 min. (8 h.)

(The times shown in the above chart are approximations. The figures in parentheses show the recording time when using the LCD Monitor.)

NV-RZ15

1 h 40 min.

2 h 55 min.

3 h 10 min.

5 h 25 min.

6 h 20 min.

10 h 50 min.

A Charging Time for a Full Charge B Maximum Continuous

Recording Time

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Cautions for Use

Take care that no water enters the Movie Camera when using it in the rain and snow or on the beach.

≥The Movie Camera and the cassette could

become damaged. (It might not be repairable.)

≥If seawater has accidentally splashed on the

Movie Camera, moisten a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well and wipe the camera body carefully with it. Then thoroughly wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

Keep the Movie Camera away from magnetized equipment (TVs, video games, etc.).

≥Do not use near a cell phone because doing so

may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.

≥If you use the Movie Camera on or near a TV,

the electromagnetic radiation may cause picture and sound distortion.

≥Strong magnetic fields generated by speakers

and large motors may damage the recordings on the tape and distort the picture.

≥The electromagnetic radiation from micro-

processors can adversely influence the Movie Camera and cause picture and sound distortion.

≥If the Movie Camera is adversely influenced by

magnetized equipment and does not work correctly, turn the Movie Camera off, remove the Battery or disconnect the AC Adaptor and attach the Battery or connect the AC Adaptor again. Then turn the Movie Camera on.

Do not use the Movie Camera near a radio transmitter or high-voltage power line.

≥If you record near a radio transmitter or high-

voltage power line, the recorded picture and sound may be adversely influenced.

Do not use benzine, alcohol or thinner for cleaning.

≥They could deform the body and cause the

surface coating to peel off.

≥Before cleaning, remove the Battery or unplug

the AC Mains Lead from the AC mains socket.

≥Wipe the Movie Camera with a soft, clean cloth.

To remove persistent stains, wipe with a cloth moistened with mild detergent diluted with water, and then finish with a dry cloth.

After use, always take out the cassette and remove the Battery or unplug the AC Mains Lead from the AC mains socket.

≥If you leave the cassette in the Movie Camera,

the tape can become loosened and damaged.

≥If you leave the battery attached to the Movie

Camera for a long time, the voltage level may drop very low so that the Battery cannot be used any more even after charging.

Notes about the AC Adaptor

≥When the battery is warm, charging takes longer

than usual.

≥When you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, the

radio reception may be distorted. Keep the AC Adaptor more than 1 metre away from the radio.

≥When the AC Adaptor is in use, it may emit a

whirring sound. However, this is normal.

≥After use, be sure to disconnect the AC Mains

Lead from the AC mains socket. (If you leave it connected, a small amount of electricity is consumed.)

≥Do not handle with wet hands.

Do not use the Movie Camera for surveillance and other industrial application.

≥If the Movie Camera is being used for a long

time, the inside temperature could rise excessively and this may cause malfunction.

≥This Movie Camera is not designed for industrial

use.

Take care that no sand and fine dust enters the Movie Camera when using it on a beach or similar places.

≥Sand and dust could damage the Movie Camera

and cassette. (Be careful when inserting and removing the cassette.)

Do not spray insecticide or volatile agents on the Movie Camera.

≥Such agents could deform the body and cause

the surface coating to peel off.

≥Do not leave the Movie Camera in direct contact

with rubber or plastic products for a long time.

Information, etc.

Precautions, Technical

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Cautions for Use (cont.)

∫ Condensation

If Condensation Has Formed Inside the Movie Camera, Recording is Not Possible.

Symptoms of Condensation

If the following symptoms occur, condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera.

1 The Condensation Indication [3] on the

LCD Monitor or in the Viewfinder flashes.

After this indication flashes for a few seconds, the Movie Camera automatically turns off.

2 When you turn on the Movie Camera, it

turns off.

However, the Movie Camera also turns off when the Battery is discharged.

Remedy

≥Wait a few hours before operating the Movie

Camera again. (The actual time depends on the surrounding conditions.)

≥Turn on the Movie Camera. ≥Confirm that the Condensation Indication is not

displayed any more.

≥For added safety, wait about 1 more hour.

Remarks about Condensation

≥Condensation can form if the Movie Camera is

suddenly brought from cold surroundings to a place where it is hot or humid.

≥Since condensation forms gradually, there may

already be some condensation inside the Movie Camera even before the Condensation Indication begins to flash.

≥In an extremely cold place, condensation may

freeze and turn into frost. As the Movie Camera cannot detect frost, the Condensation Indication does not appear until the frost melts.

∫ Optimum Use of the Battery

Special Characteristics of the Battery

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Its ability to generate electric energy is based on an internal chemical reaction. This reaction is easily influenced by ambient temperature and humidity, and the useful operation time that the Battery can provide becomes shorter at high and low temperatures. When used in extremely cold surroundings, the Battery may only be able to provide approximately 5 minutes of operation time. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protection function is activated and prevents the use of the Battery for some time.

After Use, Always Remove the Battery.

Be sure to remove the Battery from the Movie Camera. (If it is attached to the Movie Camera, a small amount of electric current is consumed even if the Movie Camera is turned off.) Leaving the Battery attached to the Movie Camera for a very long time could cause it to become excessively discharged, so that it cannot be used any more even after charging.

Discarding a Battery That Has Become Unusable

≥The usable life of the Battery is limited. ≥Do not throw the Battery in a fire because it

could explode.

Keep the Battery’s Terminals Clean.

Be careful that the terminals do not get plugged up with dust, dirt or other substances. If you accidentally drop the Battery, confirm that the Battery itself and the terminals are not deformed. Attaching a deformed Battery to the Movie Camera could damage the Movie Camera.

Precautions against Condensation

When moving it from a very cold place to a very warm place, keep it in a tightly closed plastic bag or similar to prevent condensation from forming.

∫ Cautions for Transport

≥When not actually recording, carry the Movie

Camera in a specially designed Carrying Case.

≥Keep the packing materials. When transporting

the Movie Camera in the future, pack it in the same way as it was when you purchased it.

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Glossary

∫ Precautions for Storage

Before Storing the Movie Camera, Take out the Cassette and Remove the Battery.

Store all equipment in a dry place where the temperature remains relatively constant. (Recommended temperature is 15°C– 25°C and recommended relative humidity is 40%– 60%.)

Movie Camera

≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust form

entering.

≥Never leave the Movie Camera in place with

high temperature.

Battery

≥Extremely low or high temperature shortens the

Battery life.

≥Storing it in places with oily smoke and a lot of

dust could cause the terminals to get rusty, and this can result in a malfunction.

≥Do not allow metal objects (such as

necklaces and hair pins) to touch the battery terminals. Short-circuiting may occur and generate heat, and touching it in this condition could inflict serious burns.

≥Store the Battery in discharged condition. If you

store the Battery for a long time, we recommend that you charge it once a year and completely use up the charge before storing it again in discharged condition.

Cassette

≥Rewind the tape to its beginning before storing.

Leaving the cassette with the tape stopped halfway for more than 6 months (depending on the storing condition) loosens the tape. Be sure to rewind it to the beginning.

≥Put the cassette in its case to store it.

Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) and humidity could damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles and cassettes with dust damage the video heads and other parts of the Movie Camera. Make it a habit to always put the cassette back into its case.

≥Completely wind the tape forward and then

rewind it once every half year. Leaving the cassette for more than a year without winding/ rewinding it may deform the cassette because of stretching and shrinking of the tape due to changes in temperature and humidity. Also, the tape may stick together.

≥Do not place the cassette near strongly

magnetized objects or equipment.

≥The tape surface is coated with microscopic

magnetic particles and they record signals. Such objects as magnetic necklaces and toys have stronger magnetic force than commonly thought, and this could erase the recorded contents and cause noise in picture and sound.

∫ Other Useful Information

LCD Monitor (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

≥In places where big changes in temperature

occur, condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

≥When the Movie Camera is very cold when

turning it on, the picture on the LCD Monitor is darker than normally. However, as it reaches normal temperature, it regains its normal brightness.

≥To remove fingerprints, wipe the LCD Monitor

with a soft cloth.

≥Do not expose the LCD Monitor to direct

sunlight. When sunlight falls onto the LCD Monitor, it may be difficult to view the picture.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor. The result is more than

99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

Viewfinder

≥Do not leave the Viewfinder or the Lens aimed at

the sun. This could seriously damage internal parts.

Lens Hood

≥When you want to attach the Tele Conversion

Lens (VW-LT3714ME, optional), the Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW3707ME, optional), the ND Filter (VW-LND37E, optional) or the MC Protecter (VW-LMC37E, optional), be sure to first remove the Lens Hood by turning it counterclockwise. If you attach the ND Filter or the MC Protector, you can attach the Lens Hood onto it.

≥During recording with a filter or conversions lens

attached, the four corners of the picture may become dark (vignetting effect), when you push the [W/T] Zoom Lever toward [W]. For details, please also read the operating instructions of the accessory being used.

Information, etc.

Precautions, Technical

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Glossary (cont.)

∫ Focus

If you look at an object through a magnifying glass and move it closer or further away from your eye, you will reach a point where the object becomes clearly visible. Being focused or in focus means that the subject can be seen with optimum clarity and sharpness.

Human Eyes

Human eyes have lenses as well, and when we look at objects at different distances, the shape of these lenses changes automatically so that we can always see these objects clearly.

Movie Camera

The image of the subject enters the Movie Camera through the lens and is converted into an electric signal (video signal) for recording onto magnetic tape. The focus is adjusted either manually or automatically by moving a focusing lens.

Auto Focus Adjustment

The Auto Focus System automatically moves the internal focusing lens forward or backward and adjusts the focus so that the subject can be seen clearly. The Auto Focus Adjustment has the following characteristics: ≥It adjusts until the vertical contours of the subject

are as sharp and clean as possible.

≥It adjusts the focus on the subjects with strong

contrast.

≥It adjusts the focus on the subject in the centre

of the °LCD Monitor or Viewfinder. Unlike human eyes, the lens of the Movie Camera cannot instantaneously change the focus from a nearby to a distant subject and vice versa.

°LCD Monitor: NV-VZ14/VZ15 only

For the following subjects and recording situations, the Auto Focus system cannot provide precise adjustment. Use the Manual Focus Mode instead. (p. 46)

1 Recording subjects with a part of it near the

Movie Camera and another part far away from it

As the Auto Focus adjusts on the centre part of the image, it is often impossible to bring the nearby and distant parts of the subject into focus. When you want to record a person with a distant mountain in the back, it is not possible to focus on both.

2 Recording subjects behind glass covered

with dirt or dust

As the focus is adjusted on the dirty glass, the subject behind the glass is out of focus. When recording a subject across a street on which cars are running, the focus may be adjusted on the cars.

3 Recording subjects in dark surroundings

As the amount of light information entering through the lens is greatly reduced, the Movie Camera cannot adjust the focus precisely.

4 Recording subjects surrounded by objects

with shiny surfaces or much light reflection

As the Movie Camera adjusts the focus on objects with shiny surfaces or much light reflection, the subject may go out of focus. Therefore, when recording at a lake or the sea, evening scenes, fireworks, or under special types of lighting, the subject may be out of focus.

5 Recording fast-moving subjects

As the internal focusing lens is moved mechanically, it cannot follow fast-moving subjects without delay. Therefore, subjects like children running back and forth may temporarily go out of focus.

6 Subjects with weak contrast

As the Movie Camera adjusts the focus based on vertical contours in the picture, subjects with little contrast such as a white wall may be out of focus.

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∫ White Balance Adjustment

∫ Colour Temperature

While most recording with a Movie Camera is probably done outdoors under sunlight, video recording is also done very often under artificial light sources, both indoors and outdoors. However, each of these light sources gives the subject slightly different colours.

Human Eyes

Human eyes can easily adjust to different kinds of lighting and see an object with the same colours even under different lighting.

Movie Camera

Unlike human eyes, the Movie Camera does not have the innate ability to adapt to changes in lighting, and they influence the colours being recorded. Therefore, depending on the light source, the picture would be recorded with a bluish or reddish tint. To minimise the influence of the lighting on the colours of the subject, an adjustment called White Balance Adjustment is necessary.

White Balance Adjustment

The White Balance Adjustment determines the colour of the light and adjusts the colours so that white remains pure white. As white is the basic colour of the entire colour spectrum, if white is reproduced correctly, the other colours are correct and natural, too.

Auto White Balance Adjustment

This Movie Camera stores the optimum settings for several common light sources in memory. The Movie Camera judges the recording situation by determining the tint of the light received through the lens and by the White Balance Sensor (p. 4), and it selects the setting for the most similar tint. This function is called Auto White Balance Adjustment. However, as the white balance settings for only a few light sources are stored in memory, the white balance is not correctly adjusted for other lighting conditions.

For the range of different types of lighting within which the Auto White Balance Function can provide precise adjustment, refer to the chart. For recording under lighting conditions outside this range, the Auto White Balance Function does not work correctly, and the recorded picture has a red or blue cast. However, the same also applies, if the subject is lit by more than one light source, even if these light sources are within this range.

Every light source has its own colour temperature measured in Kelvin (K). The higher the Kelvin value, the more bluish the light; the lower the value, the more reddish the light. The Kelvin value is related to the tint of the light, but not directly to its brightness. The range

1 indicated in the illustration below

shows the light sources for which this Movie Camera can provide precise white balance adjustment and, therefore, natural colours in the recorded pictures, when using the Full Auto Mode. For light sources outside this range, adjust the white balance manually (p. 44). Also, additional lighting may be necessary.

1 Control range of this Movie Camera’s Auto

White Balance Adjustment Mode

2 Blue sky 3 Cloudy sky (Rain) 4 TV screen 5 Sunlight 6 White fluorescent lamp 7 2 hours after sunrise or before sunset 8 1 hour after sunrise or before sunset 9 Halogen light bulb : Incandescent light bulb ; Sunrise or sunset < Candlelight

10 000K

9 000K 8 000K

7 000K

6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

1 000K

Information, etc.

Precautions, Technical

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∫ Demonstration Mode

When the Movie Camera is turned on and in the Camera Mode without any cassette inserted, and you leave it for 10 minutes without activating any function, it automatically switches over to the Demonstration Mode which demonstrates its many functions.

≥You can also start the Demonstration Mode by

setting [DEMO MODE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu to [ON] and then exiting the menu.

≥Pressing a button or displaying a menu

temporarily suspends the Demonstration Mode. However, if you leave the Movie Camera in this condition without activating any function for more than approximately 10 minutes, the Demonstration Mode resumes.

≥If you do not want the Demonstration Mode to

be activated, set [DEMO MODE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

≥If you set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to

[CAMERA] while pressing the [1] Button, [DEMO MODE] on the Menu is automatically set to [ON] and the Demonstration Mode starts immediately.

≥If you set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to

[CAMERA] while pressing the [∫] Button, [DEMO MODE] on the Menu is automatically set to [OFF].

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Indications

2 3

R0:30

D.ZOOM NEGA

1 Remaining Battery Power

As the remaining battery power decreases, the indication changes as follows:

r>s>t> u>v

(When you are using the AC Adaptor, the s Indication may appear, however, this has no meaning in this case.)

2 Remaining Tape Time (p. 19)

The remaining tape time is displayed in minutes. (When it becomes less than 2 minutes, the indication starts to flash.) ≥The displayed remaining tape time may be

shorter than the actual remaining tape time.

Tape Length (p. 19)

230: The Tape Length Indication should be

matched to the tape length of the inserted cassette (EC30, EC45 or EC60) to ensure correct indication of the remaining tape time.

3 Recording Speed Mode (p. 13)

The selected Recording Speed Mode is displayed. SP: Standard-play Mode LP: Long-play Mode

4 Super Image Stabilizer Mode (p. 42)

[: When the Super Image

Stabilizer Function is activated, this indication is displayed.

5 Digital Zoom (p. 34)

D.ZOOM: When the Digital Zoom function

is activated, this indication is displayed.

Digital Effects (p. 32)

When a digital effect is activated, the corresponding indication is displayed.

0:00.00

MOTION SENSOR

6 Tape movement during recording (p. 21)

7 Tape Run Indications

REC: Recording (p. 21) PAUSE: Recording Pause (p. 20)

!: Playback (p. 27)/Camera Search in

;: Still playback (p. 29) %: Fast-forward (p. 26) &: Rewind (p. 26)

CHK: Recording check (p. 22) STDBY: Motion-Sensor-Controlled

≥When you record with the LCD Monitor facing

forward using the Mirror Mode, only the Remaining Battery Power Indication, the Recording Indication [¥] and the Recording Pause Indication [;¥] appear. If the [°] Indication appears, turn the LCD Monitor so that it faces backward and then confirm the actual Warnig/Alarm Indication. (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

8 Zoom Magnification (p. 24)

When you push the [W/T] Zoom Lever up or down, the Zoom Magnification Indication is displayed.

9 Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording

Function Stand-by Mode (p. 40)

When the Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording Mode is activated, this indication is displayed.

: Tape Counter

The Elapsed Tape Time, Memory Stop Function Indication is displayed. (p. 60)

REC

45k

MNL

forward direction (p. 22)

Recording Function Stand-by Mode (p. 40)

Information, etc.

Precautions, Technical

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R0:45

0:00.00

HOLIDAY

MNL

; < =

; Recording Mode (p. 20)

AUTO: When the Auto Mode is activated,

this indication is displayed.

MNL: When the Manual Mode is

activated, this indication is displayed.

Programme AE Mode (p. 48)

The Programme AE Function offers the following settings:

5: Sports Mode 7: Portrait Mode 4: Low Light Mode Ω: Spotlight Mode º: Surf & Snow Mode

< Manual Focus (p. 46)

If you select the Manual Focus Mode, the [MF] Indication is displayed.

Tracking Adjustment Mode (p. 28)

If you select the Tracking adjustment Mode, the [TRACK.] Indication is displayed.

= White Balance Mode (p. 44)

1: When the White Balance Mode is

activated, this indication is displayed.

When the Movie Camera is in the Auto Mode, the above indication is not displayed.

> Time Base Corrector (p. 27)

TBC: When the Time Base Corrector

function is activated, this indication is displayed.

TBC

0LUX

> ?

? 0 Lux Night View Mode (p. 42)

When the 0 Lux Night View Mode is activated, this indication is displayed.

@ Title (large indication) (p. 54)

This indication shows the selected preprogrammed large title.

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VOLUME

15 : 30 : 45 15 . 10 . 2002

FAMILY

A Warning/Alarm

When any of the following indications lights or flashes, confirm the condition of the Movie Camera.

3: Condensation has occurred. (p. 66) Y: The erasure prevention tab of the

6: The Battery is discharged. Charge

0: The Date and Time cannot be

:: The heads are dirty. (p. 76) 2END: During recording, the tape has

inserted cassette is broken out. (p. 19) No cassette is inserted. (p. 18)

it. (p. 7)

stored in memory if the built-in clock battery is exhausted. Consult your dealer for replacement, or set the Date and Time as necessary before you start recording. (p. 16)

reached its end.

INT.REC

A.DUB

E Interval Recording Mode (p. 38)

When the Interval Recording Mode is activated, this indication is displayed.

F Insert Editing Mode (p. 50)

When the Insert Editing Mode is activated, this indication is displayed.

G Audio Dubbing Mode (p. 50)

When the Insert Editing Mode is activated, this indication is displayed.

INSERT

B Sound Volume (p. 27) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Use this indication to adjust the volume of the playback sound from the built-in speaker. With the [VCR] Lamp lit, pressing the [sVOLr] Lever toward [W] or [T] , the [VOLUME] Indication appears. Then press the [sVOLr] Lever toward [W] or [T] to adjust the volume.

C Title (small indication) (p. 54)

This indication shows the selected preprogrammed small title.

D Date and Time (p. 24)

The time is indicated in the 24-hour system.

Information, etc.

Precautions, Technical

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Specifications

VHS-C Movie Camera Information for your safety

Power Source: DC 7.2V (Battery)

Power Consumption: Recording: (NV-VZ14/VZ15) 3.4 W (When using Viewfinder) (Battery Operation) 4.6 W (When using LCD Monitor)

Tape Format: VHS-C Cassette

Recording/Playback Time: LP: 2 hours with EC60

VIDEO

Television System: CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal

Output Level: VIDEO OUT (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm terminated

AUDIO

Output Level/ Impedance: AUDIO OUT (PHONO); –6 dBV (47 kohm loaded)/less than 1 kohm

Audio Track: 1 track (Normal – Monaural)

Image Sensor: 1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor

Lens: 18:1 Power Zoom Lens (optical capability), F1.8

Monitor: (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

Viewfinder: 0.24-inch Electronic Viewfinder

Standard Illumination: 1,400 lx

Operating Temperature: 0°C– 40°C

Operating Humidity: 10%–80%

Weight: (NV-VZ14/VZ15)

Dimensions: (NV-VZ14/VZ15)

DC 11.0V (via AC Adaptor)

(NV-RZ15) 3.4 W

Focal Length; 3.1 – 55.8 mm, Digital Al Auto Focus/Auto Iris Filter Diameter; 37 mm

2.5-inch Colour LCD Monitor

Approx.900 g (without Battery)

(NV-RZ15)

Approx.810 g (without Battery)

Approx.88 (W)k118 (H)k241 (D) mm

(NV-RZ15)

Approx.81 (W)k118 (H)k241 (D) mm

AC Adaptor Information for your safety

Power Source: AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption: 14 W

DC Output: DC 11.0 V, 1.0 A

Weight: Approx. 140 g (without AC Mains Lead)

Dimensions: Approx. 60 (W)k32 (H)k97 (D) mm

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Before Requesting Service (Problems & Solutions)

Power Supply

P1: The Movie Camera does not turn on.

S1: Is the Battery or the AC Adaptor connected

correctly? Confirm the connection. (p. 6)

P2: The Movie Camera has turned off

automatically.

S2: If you leave the Movie Camera in the

Recording Pause Mode for more than 6 minutes, it automatically switches off to protect the tape and to conserve battery power. (p. 21) Set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF], and then set it [CAMERA] again.

P3: The Movie Camera quickly turns off.

S3-1: Is the Battery discharged? When the

Remaining Battery Operation Time Indication shows the [6] Indication is flashing, the Battery is discharged. Charge the Battery or attach a fully charged Battery. (p. 6)

S3-2: Has condensation formed? If the Movie

Camera is brought from a cold to a warm place, condensation may form inside. In this case, the Movie Camera automatically switches off and no operation can be performed except taking out the cassette. Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (approximately 2 - 3 hours) (p. 66)

Battery

P1: The Battery discharges quickly.

S1-1: Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it until

the [CHARGE] Lamp on the Movie Camera goes off. (p. 6)

S1-2: Are you using the Battery in a place where

the temperature is very low? The ambient temperature greatly influences the Battery’s performance. Its operation time becomes shorter in a cold place. (p. 67)

S1-3: Has the Battery reached the end of its

service life? The service life of the Battery is limited. It depends on the way the Battery is used, but when the operation time even after proper charging is too short for normal use, the service life of the Battery has reached its end.

Normal Recording

P1: Recording cannot be started even

though the Movie Camera is supplied with power and the cassette is inserted correctly.

S1-1: The tab of the inserted cassette is broken

out. Insert a cassette with intact tab. Or cover the hole where the tab was with two layers of adhesive tape. (p. 18)

S1-2: Has the tape reached its end? Insert a new

cassette. (p. 18) S1-3: Is the Movie Camera turned on? (p. 20) S1-4: Is the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch set to

[CAMERA]? When it is set to [VCR],

recording is not possible. (p. 20) S1-5: Is the Condensation Indicaiton [3]

displayed? When condensation has formed,

no functions except taking out the cassette

can be operated. Wait until the

Condensation Indicaiton disappears. (p. 66)

Other Recording

P1: No picture appears in the Viewfinder.

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

S1: The LCD Monitor is open (Except when

recording with the LCD Monitor facing

forward). Securely close the LCD Monitor.

(p. 8)

P2: Picture on the LCD Monitor is not clear.

(NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

S2: Picture quality is not properly adjusted.

Adjust picture quality. (p. 17)

P3: The Auto Focus Function does not work.

S3-1: Is the Manual Focus Mode selected? If you

select the Auto Focus Mode, the focus is

adjusted automatically. (p. 46) S3-2: Is the subject or recording situation suitable

for the Auto Focus Mode? The Auto Focus

Function does not work correctly for some

kinds of subjects and recording situations. In

this case, use the Manual Focus Mode to

adjust the focus. (p. 68)

Information, etc.

Precautions, Technical

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Cassette

Playback (Sound) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only)

P1: The Remaining Tape Time Indication is

not correct.

S1: Is the tape length of the inserted cassette

correctly selected? Select the correct tape length. (p. 19)

P2: The Movie Camera and cassettes

underwent security X-ray inspection at an airport. Does this affect the cassettes?

S2: No, this has no negative influence on the

Movie Camera or the cassettes.

P3: When playing back a cassette that was

stored for some time, the picture is distorted.

S3: The cassette was stored in an unsuitable

place (dusty, humid, hot, etc.) or near strongly magnetized objects or equipment. Unfortunately, there is no remedy. Always store the cassettes correctly. (p. 67)

Playback (Picture)

P1: No playback picture is reproduced when

pressing the [1] Button.

S1: Is the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch set to

[VCR]? When it is set to [CAMERA], playback is not possible. (p. 26)

P2: The playback picture is distorted or

contains noise bars.

S2-1: The tape in the cassette is loose.

Tighten it. (p. 18)

S2-2: The video heads are dirty. Consult Movie

Camera to qualified service personnel.

S2-3: The tracking is not adjusted correctly. Adjust

the tracking correctly. (p. 28)

P1: No sound is played back from the Movie

Camera’s built-in speaker.

S1: Is the volume set too low? With the [VCR]

Lamp lit, push the [sVOLr] Lever, so that the [VOLUME] Indication appears. Then push the [sVOLr] Lever toward [r] to increase the volume or push it toward to [s] to decrease the volume. (p. 27)

Others

P1: The cassette cannot be taken out.

S1-1: Is the Movie Camera supplied with power?

Is the AC Adaptor correctly connected or the Battery correctly attached? To remove the cassette, the Movie Camera must be supplied with power, however, it is not necessary to set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [CAMERA] or [VCR]. (p. 6)

S1-2: The attached Battery may be discharged.

Replace it with a charged Battery. (p. 6)

P2: No operation except taking out the

cassette can be performed.

S2: Is the Condensation Indication [3]

displayed? If condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera, it automatically switches off and prevents all operations except taking out the cassette. Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (p. 66)

P3: The Remote Controller does not work.

(NV-RZ15/VZ15 only)

S3: The batteries in the Remote Controller are

exhausted. Replace them with new “AAA”, “UM-4”, “R03” type batteries. (p. 53)

P3: The Movie Camera is correctly

connected to a TV, but no playback picture is reproduced.

S3: Did you select “Video Input” on the TV?

Carefully read the operating instructions for your TV and select the channel that matches the input sockets used for connection.

P4: The playback picture is not in colour.

S4: The colour adjustment on the TV is not

made properly. Adjust the colour control on the TV.

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Index

AC Adaptor (p. 6) AC Mains Lead (p. 6) Automatic White Balance Adjustment (p. 44) Audio Dubbing (p. 50)

Backlight (p. 22) Battery Eject Lever (p. 7) Black & White Mode (p. 32)

[CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch (p. 6, 8, 26, 50, 52) Camera Search (p. 22) Charge Lamp (p. 6) Colour Temperature (p. 69) Condensation (p. 66) Cue Playback (p. 28)

Fade (p. 36) FF (Fast-Forward) (p. 26)

G/H

Grip Belt (p. 5, 9)

Interval Reccording (p. 38) Insert Editing (p. 50)

Date/Time/Title Indication (p. 24) Date/Time Setting (p. 16) Digital Effects (p. 32) Digital Fade (p. 58) Digital Zoom (p. 34) Dubbing (p. 62)

Eyepiece Corrector Lever (p. 9)

LCD Monitor (p. 8, 17, 71) Lens Cap (p. 9, 31, 44) Low Light Mode (p. 48)

Macro Close-up Function (p. 25) Manual Focus (p. 46) Memory Stop Function (p. 60) Menu Screen (p. 10) Microphone (p. 4) Mirror Mode (p. 47) Mosaic Mode (p. 32) Motion Sensor (p. 40) Multi-Function Dial (p. 4, 10, 28, 47)

Index

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Negative Mode (p. 32)

O/P

Optional Accessories (p. 64) Playing Back on a TV (p. 30) Portrait Mode (p. 48) Programme AE (p. 48)

Recording Check (p. 22) Recording Pause Mode (p. 20) Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 21) Rec Speed (p. 13) Remaining Tape Time (p. 19) Remote Controller (p. 52) Review Playback (p. 28)

Tape Counter (p. 60) Tape Length (p. 19) TBC Function (p. 27) Tracking Adjustment (p. 28)

Viewfinder (p. 8, 17) Volume Adjustment (p. 27)

Warning/Alarm Indications (p. 73) White Balance (p. 44)

Search Lock Function (p. 29) Sepia Mode (p. 32) Solarisation Mode (p. 33) Sound Volume (p. 27) Sports Mode (p. 48) Spotlight Mode (p. 48) Standard Accessories (p. 3) Still Playback (p. 29) Stretch Mode (p. 33) Super Image Stabilizer (p. 42) Surf & Snow Mode (p. 48)

0 Lux Night View Function (p. 42) Zoom (p. 24)

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