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		 Dear Customer,   
					Thank you for purchasing this digital   
					video camera. Before use, please   
					read the safety information and   
					precautions contained in the pages   
					3 – 4 and 9 to ensure safe use of this   
					product.   
					ENGLISH   
					DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA   
					6 
					GETTING STARTED   
					GR-DF420   
					VIDEO RECORDING &   
					PLAYBACK   
					17   
					Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for   
					Digital Video Camera:   
					
					For Accessories:   
					ADVANCED FEATURES   
					25   
					
					42   
					REFERENCES   
					51   
					TERMS   
					To deactivate the demonstration,   
					set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 28)   
					INSTRUCTIONS   
					EN   
					LYT1401-001B   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
				EN   
					3 
					SAFETY PRECAUTIONS   
					CAUTION:   
					To avoid electric   
					IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)   
					Connection to the mains supply in the United   
					Kingdom.   
					shock or damage to   
					the unit, first firmly   
					insert the small end   
					of the power cord into   
					the AC Adapter until it   
					is no longer wobbly,   
					and then plug the   
					larger end of the   
					power cord into an   
					AC outlet.   
					DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this   
					equipment.   
					If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power   
					points in your home or the cable is too short to   
					reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate   
					safety approved extension lead or consult your   
					dealer.   
					BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an   
					identical approved type, as originally fitted,   
					and to replace the fuse cover.   
					CAUTIONS:   
					If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to   
					remove the fuse and dispose of the plug   
					immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by   
					inadvertent connection to the mains supply.   
					If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains   
					plug then follow the instructions given below:   
					DO NOT make any connection to the Larger   
					Terminal coded E or Green.   
					● This camcorder is designed to be used with   
					PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be   
					used for playback with a television of a different   
					standard. However, live recording and LCD   
					monitor/viewfinder playback are possible   
					anywhere.   
					● This product includes patented and other   
					proprietary technology and will operate only   
					with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC   
					BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs   
					and, to recharge them or to supply power to the   
					camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided   
					multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate   
					conversion adapter may be necessary to   
					accommodate different designs of AC outlets in   
					different countries.)   
					The wires in the mains lead are coloured in   
					accordance with the following code:   
					Blue to N (Neutral)   
					or Black   
					Brown to L (Live)   
					or Red   
					If these colours do not correspond with the   
					terminal identifications of your plug, connect as   
					follows:   
					Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or   
					coloured black.   
					Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured   
					Red.   
					If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.   
					Caution on Replaceable lithium battery   
					The battery used in this device may present a fire   
					or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.   
					Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C   
					or incinerate.   
					Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita   
					Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.   
					Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is   
					incorrectly replaced.   
					● Dispose of used battery promptly.   
					● Keep away from children.   
					WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK   
					HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO   
					RAIN OR MOISTURE.   
					CAUTIONS:   
					● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No   
					user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to   
					qualified personnel.   
					● When you are not using the AC Adapter for a   
					long period of time, it is recommended that you   
					disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.   
					● Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in   
					fire.   
					NOTES:   
					● The rating plate (serial number plate) and   
					safety caution are on the bottom and/or the   
					back of the main unit.   
					● The rating information and safety caution of the   
					AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.   
					 
				4 
					EN   
					SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE   
					OF EQUIPMENT   
					This equipment has been designed and   
					manufactured to meet international safety   
					standards but, like any electrical equipment,   
					care must be taken if you are to obtain the   
					best results and safety is to be assured.   
					When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on   
					a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on   
					all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on   
					both sides, on top and at the rear).   
					Do not block the ventilation holes.   
					(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a   
					newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able   
					to get out.)   
					No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,   
					should be placed on the apparatus.   
					DO read the operating instructions before you   
					attempt to use the equipment.   
					When discarding batteries, environmental   
					problems must be considered and the local rules   
					or laws governing the disposal of these batteries   
					must be followed strictly.   
					The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or   
					splashing.   
					Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or   
					places with water.   
					Also do not place any containers filled with water   
					or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower   
					vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.   
					(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this   
					equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)   
					DO ensure that all electrical connections (including   
					the mains plug, extension leads and   
					interconnections between pieces of equipment) are   
					properly made and in accordance with the   
					manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw   
					the mains plug when making or changing   
					connections.   
					DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt   
					about the installation, operation or safety of your   
					equipment.   
					DO be careful with glass panels or doors on   
					equipment.   
					DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are   
					in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is   
					damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the   
					mains plug and consult your dealer.   
					Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into   
					the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as   
					lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry.   
					There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.   
					DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose   
					dangerous voltages.   
					CAUTION!   
					The following notes concern possible physical   
					damage to the camcorder and to the user.   
					DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is   
					unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is   
					designed for unattended operation or has a standby   
					mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment   
					and make sure that your family knows how to do   
					this. Special arrangements may need to be made   
					for infirm or handicapped people.   
					DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or   
					radios so that you are distracted from the   
					requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch   
					television whilst driving.   
					When carrying, be sure to always securely attach   
					and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding   
					the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD   
					monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a   
					malfunction.   
					Take care not to get your finger caught in the   
					cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate   
					the camcorder, as they are particularly   
					susceptible to this type of injury.   
					DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as   
					such use can permanently damage your hearing.   
					Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel   
					surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious   
					damage to the camcorder.   
					DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for   
					example with curtains or soft furnishings.   
					Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life   
					of the equipment.   
					DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs   
					with wood screws — to ensure complete safety   
					always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs   
					with the fixings provided according to the   
					instructions.   
					CAUTION!   
					Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to   
					the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is   
					not recommended, as tripping on the cables will   
					cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.   
					DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to   
					rain or moisture.   
					ABOVE ALL   
					● NEVER let anyone especially children push   
					anything into holes, slots or any other opening in   
					the case — this could result in a fatal electrical   
					shock;   
					● NEVER guess or take chances with electrical   
					equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe   
					than sorry!   
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					
					25   
					
					Provided Accessories ..................................... 10   
					Power.............................................................. 12   
					
					Language Settings.......................................... 14   
					Date/Time Settings ......................................... 14   
					
					
					
					Tripod Mounting.............................................. 16   
					Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 16   
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					White Balance Adjustment.............................. 35   
					Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 35   
					Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 36   
					Program AE With Special Effects ................... 37   
					EDITING............................................................ 38   
					Dubbing To A VCR ......................................... 38   
					Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV   
					Connector (Digital Dubbing) ....................... 39   
					Connection To A Personal Computer............. 40   
					Audio Dubbing ................................................ 41   
					VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK   
					17   
					VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 17   
					Basic Recording.............................................. 17   
					Tape Remaining Time ................................ 17   
					LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................... 18   
					Zooming...................................................... 18   
					Journalistic Shooting .................................. 19   
					Self Recording............................................ 19   
					Time Code.................................................. 19   
					Quick Review.............................................. 19   
					Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...... 19   
					VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 20   
					Normal Playback............................................. 20   
					Still Playback .............................................. 20   
					Shuttle Search............................................ 20   
					Blank Search .............................................. 21   
					Connections To A TV Or VCR........................ 21   
					Playback Using The Remote Control.............. 22   
					REFERENCES   
					42   
					TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................... 42   
					USER MAINTENANCE......................................... 46   
					CAUTIONS ........................................................ 47   
					SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 50   
					TERMS   
					51   
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					
					Controls   
					Indicators   
					a Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 25)   
					Data Battery Button [BATT. DATA] (੬ pg. 13)   
					B Set Button [SET] (੬ pg. 25)   
					C Fast-Forward Button [5] (੬ pg. 20)   
					Right Button [>] (੬ pg. 25)   
					
					Other Parts   
					U LCD Monitor (੬ pg. 18, 19)   
					V Shoe   
					D Stop Button [8] (੬ pg. 20)   
					Backlight Compensation Button [BACK   
					LIGHT] (੬ pg. 34)   
					Down Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)   
					E Rewind Button [3] (੬ pg. 20)   
					
					
					
					Z Cassette Holder Cover (੬ pg. 16)   
					a Lens   
					Quick Review Button [Q.REVIEW] (੬ pg. 19) b Camera Sensor   
					Left Button [<] (੬ pg. 25)   
					
					necessary for shooting is built-in here.)   
					
					d Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 10)   
					
					
					
					
					Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] (੬ pg. 32)   
					Up Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)   
					
					H Battery Release Button [BATT. RELEASE]   
					(੬ pg. 12)   
					I Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] (੬ pg. 32)   
					J Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (੬ pg. 18)   
					Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]   
					(੬ pg. 20)   
					K Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]   
					(੬ pg. 16)   
					L Recording Start/Stop Button (੬ pg. 17)   
					M Power Switch [A, M, PLAY, OFF] (੬ pg. 14)   
					N Lock Button (੬ pg. 14)   
					Connectors   
					The connectors are located beneath the covers.   
					O S-Video Input/Output Connector [S]   
					(੬ pg. 21, 38)   
					P Microphone connector [MIC] (੬ pg. 29)   
					Q Digital Video Connector [DV OUT] (i.Link*)   
					(੬ pg. 39, 40)   
					R Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]   
					(੬ pg. 21, 38)   
					S DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 12)   
					* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry   
					specification and extensions thereof. The logo   
					is used for products compliant with the i.Link   
					standard.   
				GETTING STARTED   
					8 
					EN   
					
					PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby   
					mode.) (੬ pg. 17)   
					O: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)   
					(੬ pg. 32)   
					LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications   
					During Video Recording   
					9 
					0 qwe   
					r 
					t 
					
					mode or Animation recording mode.   
					
					
					
					(੬ pg. 44)   
					T Date/Time (੬ pg. 14)   
					U Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/   
					Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 15)   
					1h40m   
					1 
					2 
					15   
					x 
					W 
					T 
					REC   
					y 
					3 
					4 
					5 
					6 
					7 
					u 
					i 
					BRIGHT   
					
					o 
					SOUND 12BIT   
					10   
					. 
					11. 05   
					10: 00   
					V Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator   
					(੬ pg. 32)   
					15:55   
					8 
					
					d 
					s a   
					p 
					a Operation Mode (੬ pg. 14)   
					: Gain Up Mode (੬ pg. 26)   
					C White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 35)   
					: Spot Exposure Control Indicator   
					(੬ pg. 34)   
					: Backlight Compensation Indicator   
					(੬ pg. 34)   
					: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 33)   
					E Selected Program AE With Special Effects   
					Indicator (੬ pg. 37)   
					: Night-Scope Indicator (੬ pg. 31)   
					F Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 33)   
					
					
					B 
					2 
					3 4   
					D 
					12B I T / M I X   
					L 
					
					
					
					50m   
					VOLUME   
					5 
					1 0   
					. 
					11. 05   
					10: 0 0   
					G SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator   
					(੬ pg. 26) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds   
					after turning on the camcorder.)   
					20 : 21 : 25   
					8 
					7 
					6 
					: Auxiliary Microphone Level   
					Indicator   
					L 
					a Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 29)   
					B Blank Search Indicator (੬ pg. 21)   
					C Tape Speed (੬ pg. 26)   
					D 4: Playback   
					5: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search   
					3: Rewind/Shuttle Search   
					9: Pause   
					9 U: Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/   
					Slow-Motion   
					Y 9: Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/   
					Slow-Motion   
					R 
					(Appears when an optional microphone is   
					connected. ੬ pg. 29, “AUDIO LEV.”)   
					H Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) (੬ pg. 27)   
					I Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ pg. 18)   
					J Zoom Indicator (੬ pg. 18)   
					K Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator   
					(੬ pg. 36)   
					L Tape Running Indicator (੬ pg. 17)   
					(Rotates while tape is running.)   
					M Selected Wide Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 27)   
					N Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (੬ pg. 26)   
					O Tape Remaining Time (੬ pg. 17)   
					D: Audio Dubbing   
					9D: Audio Dubbing Pause   
					(Appear while a tape is running.)   
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					9 
					® 
					® 
					E Battery Remaining Power Indicator   
					(੬ pg. 44)   
					F Date/Time (੬ pg. 29, 30)   
					G VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (੬ pg. 20)   
					BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD   
					monitor/Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 15)   
					H Time Code (੬ pg. 29, 30)   
					● Microsoft and Windows are either registered   
					trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft   
					Corporation in the United States and/or other   
					countries.   
					Before Using This Camcorder   
					Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini   
					DV mark   
					. 
					This camcorder is designed exclusively for the   
					digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked   
					“ 
					” can be used with this unit.   
					Remember that this camcorder is not   
					compatible with other digital video formats.   
					Remember that this camcorder is intended for   
					private consumer use only.   
					Any commercial use without proper permission is   
					prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a   
					show, performance or exhibition for personal   
					enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you   
					obtain permission beforehand.)   
					Before recording important video, be sure to   
					make a trial recording.   
					Play back your trial recording to make sure the   
					video and audio have been recorded properly.   
					We recommend cleaning your video heads   
					before use.   
					If you haven’t used your camcorder for a while, the   
					heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically   
					cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette   
					(optional).   
					Be sure to store your cassette tapes and   
					camcorder in the proper environment.   
					Video heads can become dirty more easily if your   
					cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty   
					area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the   
					camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the   
					camcorder in a bag or other container.   
					Use SP (Standard) mode for important video   
					recordings.   
					LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more   
					video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may   
					experience mosaic-like noise during playback   
					depending on the tape characteristics and the   
					usage environment.   
					So, for important recordings, we recommend using   
					SP mode.   
					It is recommended that you use JVC brand   
					cassette tapes.   
					Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of   
					commercially available cassette tapes complying   
					with the MiniDV standard, but JVC brand cassette   
					tapes are designed and optimized to maximize the   
					performance of your camcorder.   
					Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 47 – 49.   
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					10   
					How To Attach The Lens Cap   
					Provided Accessories   
					To protect the lens, attach   
					the provided lens cap to the   
					camcorder as shown in the   
					illustration.   
					NOTE:   
					To confirm the lens cap is on   
					correctly make sure the cap is   
					flush to the camcorder.   
					Place here during   
					shooting.   
					a AC Adapter AP-V14E   
					b Power Cord   
					c Battery Pack BN-VF707U   
					d AV Cable   
					How To Attach The Shoulder Strap   
					Follow the illustration.   
					e Audio Extension Cable (for optional   
					microphone, ੬ pg. 11 for connection)   
					f Core Filter [small] x 2 (for Audio extension   
					cable ੬ pg. 11 for attachment)   
					g Core Filter (for AV cable ੬ pg. 11 for   
					attachment)   
					1 Thread the strap through the eyelet.   
					2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap   
					guide and the buckle.   
					● To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then   
					tighten the strap in the buckle.   
					h Cable Adapter   
					i Remote Control Unit RM-V720U   
					j Lithium Battery CR2025* (for remote control   
					unit)   
					3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.   
					k Shoulder Strap (see the right column for   
					attachment)   
					Buckle   
					Strap guide   
					l Lens Cap (see the right column for   
					attachment)   
					* A lithium battery is pre-installed in the Remote   
					Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation   
					sheet). To use the Remote Control Unit, remove   
					the insulation sheet.   
					2 
					NOTES:   
					● In order to maintain optimum performance of the   
					camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with   
					one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core   
					filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be   
					connected to the camcorder.   
					3 
					Eyelet   
					1 
					● Make sure to use the provided cables for   
					connections. Do not use any other cables.   
					 
					 
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					11   
					How To Use The Audio Extension Cable   
					How To Attach The Core Filter   
					When using an optional external microphone,   
					connect to the provided Audio extension cable   
					(with a core filter attached), then connect the   
					Audio extension cable to the camcorder. The   
					core filter reduces interference. (See the right   
					column.)   
					Attach the core filters to the cables. The core   
					filter reduces interference.   
					1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the   
					core filter.   
					Stopper   
					2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving   
					approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug   
					and the core filter.   
					Open the   
					cover.   
					Wind the cable once around the outside of the   
					core filter as shown in the illustration.   
					Core filter   
					To MIC   
					3 cm   
					Audio extension   
					Core filter   
					cable (provided)   
					Wind once.   
					3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.   
					Stereo   
					microphone   
					NOTES:   
					● Take care not to damage the cable.   
					● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the   
					core filter to the camcorder.   
					 
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					12   
					To detach the battery pack   
					Slide the battery pack to the left while pressing   
					BATT. RELEASE to detach it.   
					Power   
					This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system   
					lets you choose the most appropriate source of   
					power. Do not use provided power supply units   
					with other equipment.   
					Battery pack   
					BN-VF707U*   
					Charging time   
					Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.   
					Approx. 2 hr. 40 min.   
					Approx. 5 hr. 40 min.   
					BN-VF714U   
					BN-VF733U   
					* Provided   
					Charging The Battery Pack   
					BATT. RELEASE   
					Open the cover.   
					NOTES:   
					● This product includes patented and other   
					proprietary technology and will operate only   
					with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-   
					VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using   
					generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage   
					to the internal charging circuitry.   
					Battery pack   
					To   
					DC connector   
					● If the protective cap is attached to the battery   
					pack, remove it first.   
					Arrow   
					● During charging, the camcorder cannot be   
					operated.   
					Battery pack mount   
					mark   
					● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of   
					battery is used.   
					● When charging the battery pack for the first time   
					or after a long storage period, the POWER/   
					CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove   
					the battery pack from the camcorder, then try   
					charging again.   
					● If the battery operation time remains extremely   
					short even after having been fully charged, the   
					battery is worn out and needs to be replaced.   
					Please purchase a new one.   
					● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity   
					internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to   
					use it only in well-ventilated areas.   
					● Using the optional AA-VF7 Battery Charger, you   
					can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U   
					battery pack without the camcorder.   
					● After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby   
					mode with the cassette inserted, the camcorder   
					will automatically turn off its power supplied from   
					the AC adapter. In this case, the battery charge   
					starts if the battery is attached to the camcorder.   
					Power switch   
					AC Adapter   
					POWER/CHARGE   
					lamp   
					Power cord   
					To AC outlet   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.   
					2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing   
					right, push the battery pack slightly against the   
					battery pack mount a.   
					3 Slide the battery pack to the right until it locks   
					in place b.   
					4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.   
					5 Connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter.   
					6 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The   
					POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder   
					blinks to indicate charging has started.   
					7 When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out,   
					charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter   
					from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter   
					from the camcorder.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					13   
					Using The Battery Pack   
					Using AC Power   
					Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery   
					Pack”.   
					Perform steps 4 – 6 in “Charging The Battery   
					Pack”.   
					NOTE:   
					Maximum continuous recording time   
					The provided AC Adapter features automatic   
					voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to   
					240 V.   
					LCD monitor   
					Battery pack   
					Viewfinder on   
					on   
					BN-VF707U*   
					BN-VF714U   
					BN-VF733U   
					* Provided   
					NOTES:   
					1 hr. 5 min.   
					2 hr. 20 min.   
					5 hr. 25 min.   
					1 hr. 25 min.   
					3 hr.   
					About Batteries   
					DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries   
					apart, or expose them to flame or excessive   
					heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.   
					WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its   
					terminals to come in contact with metals, as this   
					can result in a short circuit and possibly start a   
					fire.   
					7 hr. 5 min.   
					● Recording time is reduced significantly under the   
					following conditions:   
					• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged   
					To resume the original function of the   
					accurate battery power indication   
					If the battery power indication differs from the   
					actual operating time, fully charge the battery,   
					and then run it down. However this function may   
					not turn back if the battery was used for a long   
					period of time under extremely high/low   
					temperature condition or charged too many   
					times.   
					repeatedly.   
					• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.   
					• The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.   
					● Before extended use, it is recommended that you   
					prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the   
					planned shooting time.   
					ATTENTION:   
					Before detaching the power source, make sure that   
					the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so   
					can result in a camcorder malfunction.   
					Data Battery System   
					You can check the remaining battery power and   
					the recordable time.   
					1) Make sure the battery is attached and the   
					Power Switch is set to “OFF”.   
					2) Open the LCD monitor fully.   
					3) Press BATT. DATA, and the battery status   
					screen appears.   
					● It can be displayed on the viewfinder when the   
					LCD monitor is closed.   
					● It is displayed for 5 seconds if the button is   
					pressed and released quickly, and for 15   
					seconds if the button is pressed and hold for   
					several seconds.   
					● If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears   
					instead of the battery status even though you   
					tried to press BATT. DATA several times, there   
					may be a problem on the battery. In such a   
					case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					14   
					Operation Mode   
					To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch   
					to any operation mode except “OFF” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button located on the   
					switch.   
					Language Settings   
					The language on the display can be changed.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 29, 30)   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button located on the switch.   
					Power Switch   
					Lock Button   
					2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (੬ pg. 18)   
					3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.   
					CAMERA DISPLAY   
					4 Press or to select   
					BRIGHT   
					
					ON SCREEN   
					DATE / T I ME   
					T I ME CODE   
					LANGUAGE   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					– 
					LCD / TV   
					AUTO   
					CAMERA DISPLAY Menu   
					appears.   
					OFF   
					ENGLISH   
					AUD I O LEV . – ON   
					CLOCK   
					ADJ .   
					
					3 0   
					1 
					7 
					: 
					5 Press or to select   
					“LANGUAGE”, and press   
					SET.   
					POWER/CHARGE   
					lamp   
					RETURN   
					CAMERA DISPLAY   
					6 Press or to select   
					the desired language, and   
					press SET.   
					Choose the appropriate operation mode   
					according to your preference using the Power   
					Switch.   
					LANGUAGE – ENGLISH   
					ESPAÑOL   
					
					“BRETURN”, and press   
					SET twice. The Menu   
					Screen closes.   
					РУССКИЙ   
					Power Switch Position   
					A (Full Auto Recording):   
					Allows you to record using NO special effects   
					or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard   
					recording.   
					Date/Time Settings   
					The “A” indicator appears on the display.   
					The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all   
					times, but its display can be turned on or off   
					during playback. (੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					M (Manual Recording):   
					Allows you to set various recording functions   
					using the Menus. (੬ pg. 25)   
					If you want more creative capabilities than Full   
					Auto Recording, try this mode.   
					1 Perform steps 1 – 4 in “Language Settings”   
					(੬ pg. 14).   
					OFF:   
					2 Press or to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and   
					press SET. The parameter for “Day” is   
					highlighted.   
					Allows you to switch off the camcorder.   
					PLAY:   
					● Allows you to play back a recording on the   
					tape.   
					● Allows you to set various playback functions   
					using the Menus. (੬ pg. 25)   
					CAMERA DISPLAY   
					3 Press or to input   
					the day, and press SET.   
					Repeat to input the month,   
					year, hour and minute.   
					CLOCK   
					ADJ .   
					20. 1 2. 0 5   
					3 0   
					1 
					7 
					: 
					4 Press or to select   
					“BRETURN”, and press   
					SET twice. The Menu   
					Screen closes.   
					Power-Linked Operation   
					When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, you   
					can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/   
					closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in   
					the viewfinder.   
					INFORMATION:   
					The following explanations in this manual   
					supposes the use of LCD monitor in your   
					operation. If you want to use the viewfinder,   
					close the LCD monitor and pull out the   
					viewfinder fully.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
				GETTING STARTED   
					EN   
					15   
					Grip Adjustment   
					Brightness Adjustment Of The   
					Display   
					1 Adjust the velcro strip.   
					2 Pass your right hand   
					through the loop and grasp   
					the grip.   
					1 Set the Power Switch   
					MENU   
					to “M” or “PLAY” while   
					pressing down the Lock   
					Button located on the   
					switch.   
					3 Adjust your thumb and   
					fingers through the grip to   
					easily operate the   
					Recording Start/Stop   
					Button, Power Switch and   
					Power Zoom Lever. Be   
					2 Open the LCD monitor   
					fully. (੬ pg. 18)   
					● To adjust the brightness of   
					the viewfinder, pull out the   
					viewfinder fully and set   
					“PRIORITY” to “FINDER”   
					(੬ pg. 25, 28).   
					< 
					sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.   
					SET   
					Viewfinder Adjustment   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button located on the   
					switch.   
					> 
					3 Press MENU. The   
					Menu Screen appears.   
					BRIGHT   
					4 Press or to select   
					“n”, and press SET. The   
					CAMERA DISPLAY or VIDEO DISPLAY Menu   
					appears.   
					2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and   
					locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it   
					manually for best viewability.   
					5 Press or to select “BRIGHT”, and press   
					SET. The Menu Screen closes and the   
					brightness control indicator appears.   
					3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the   
					indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.   
					6 Press < or > until the appropriate brightness   
					Dioptre Adjustment Control   
					Example:   
					is reached.   
					7 Press MENU to clear the brightness control   
					indicator from the display.   
					PAUSE   
					CAUTION:   
					When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to   
					pinch your fingers.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					EN   
					16   
					3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it   
					Tripod Mounting   
					To attach the   
					locks into place.   
					To protect valuable recordings   
					camcorder to a tripod,   
					align the direction stud   
					and screw to the   
					mounting socket and   
					stud hole on the   
					Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the   
					tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the   
					tape from being recorded over. To record on this   
					tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading   
					it.   
					camcorder. Then   
					tighten the screw   
					clockwise.   
					● Some tripods are not   
					equipped with studs.   
					NOTES:   
					● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder   
					does not open, close the cassette holder cover   
					and try again. If the cassette holder still does not   
					open, turn the camcorder off then on again.   
					● If the tape does not load properly, open the   
					cassette holder cover fully and remove the   
					cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.   
					● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a   
					cold place to a warm environment, wait a short   
					time before opening the cassette holder cover.   
					Loading/Unloading A Cassette   
					The camcorder needs to be powered up to load   
					or eject a cassette.   
					Cassette holder cover   
					PUSH HERE   
					OPEN/EJECT   
					Erase   
					protection tab   
					Cassette holder   
					Make sure the window side is facing out.   
					1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction   
					of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover   
					open until it locks. The cassette holder opens   
					automatically.   
					● Do not touch internal components.   
					2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH   
					HERE” to close the cassette holder.   
					● Be sure to press only the section labelled “PUSH   
					HERE” to close the cassette holder; touching   
					other parts may cause your finger to get caught in   
					the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product   
					damage.   
					● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes   
					automatically. Wait until it recedes completely   
					before closing the cassette holder cover.   
					● When the battery pack’s charge is low, you may   
					not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do   
					not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a   
					fully charged one or use AC power before   
					continuing.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
				VIDEO RECORDING   
					EN   
					17   
					NOTES:   
					Basic Recording   
					● If the Record-Standby mode continues for   
					5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off   
					
					push back and pull out the viewfinder again or   
					close and re-open the LCD monitor.   
					NOTE:   
					Before continuing, perform the procedures listed   
					below:   
					● Power (੬ pg. 12)   
					● Loading A Cassette (੬ pg. 16)   
					● When a blank portion is left between recorded   
					scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted   
					and errors may occur when editing the tape. To   
					avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of   
					A Tape” (੬ pg. 19).   
					Power Zoom Lever   
					Power Switch   
					● To turn the beep sounds off, ੬ pg. 25, 28.   
					Recording Start/Stop   
					Button   
					Tape Remaining Time   
					Approximate tape remaining   
					time appears on the display.   
					“– h – – m” means the   
					camcorder is calculating the   
					remaining time. When the   
					remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication   
					starts blinking.   
					● The time required to calculate and display the   
					remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the   
					calculation, may vary according to the type of tape   
					used.   
					Lock Button   
					POWER/CHARGE Lamp   
					1 Remove the lens cap. (੬ pg. 10)   
					2 Open the LCD monitor fully.   
					3 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button located on the   
					switch.   
					● The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the   
					camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.   
					“PAUSE” is displayed.   
					● To record in LP (Long Play) mode, ੬ pg. 26.   
					4 To start recording, press the Recording Start/   
					Stop Button. “T REC” appears on the display   
					while recording is in progress.   
					5 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/   
					Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters the   
					Record-Standby mode.   
					Approximate recording time   
					Recording mode   
					Tape   
					SP   
					LP   
					45 min.   
					30 min.   
					60 min.   
					80 min.   
					30 min.   
					60 min.   
					80 min.   
					90 min.   
					120 min.   
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					EN   
					18   
					LCD Monitor And Viewfinder   
					Zooming   
					While using the LCD monitor:   
					Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an   
					Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull instantaneous change in image magnification.   
					on the end   
					LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270° (90°   
					downward, 180° upward).   
					of the LCD monitor and open the   
					Zoom In   
					Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.   
					Zoom Out   
					While using the viewfinder:   
					Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and   
					locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					
					● The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the   
					quicker the zoom action.   
					Zoom in (T: Telephoto)   
					180˚   
					1 
					x 
					W 
					T 
					10   
					x 
					W 
					T 
					20   
					xW   
					T 
					40   
					xW   
					T 
					90˚   
					Zoom out (W: Wide angle)   
					NOTES:   
					10   
					x 
					W 
					T 
					● The image will not appear simultaneously on the   
					LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the   
					viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is   
					opened, you can select which one to use. Set   
					“PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM   
					Menu. (੬ pg. 25, 28)   
					Digital zoom zone   
					15X (optical) zoom zone   
					Approximate zoom ratio   
					● Coloured bright spots may appear all over the   
					LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not   
					a malfunction. (੬ pg. 43)   
					NOTES:   
					● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming.   
					In this case, set the zoom while in Record-   
					Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus   
					(੬ pg. 32), then zoom in or out in Record mode.   
					● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it   
					can be switched to 15X magnification using the   
					optical zoom. (੬ pg. 26)   
					● Zoom magnification of over 15X is done through   
					Digital image processing, and is therefore called   
					Digital Zoom.   
					● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may   
					suffer.   
					● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the   
					subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever   
					is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO”   
					in MANUAL Menu on page 27.   
					● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom   
					out first. If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the   
					camcorder may automatically zoom out   
					depending on the distance between the   
					camcorder and the subject. This will not occur   
					when “TELE MACRO” is set to “ON”. (੬ pg. 27)   
					 
					 
					 
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					EN   
					19   
					● When a tape is removed and re-inserted during   
					shooting.   
					Journalistic Shooting   
					In some situations,   
					different shooting   
					angles may provide   
					more dramatic results.   
					Hold the camcorder in   
					the desired position   
					and tilt the LCD   
					monitor in the most   
					convenient direction. It   
					can rotate 270° (90°   
					downward, 180°   
					● When shooting using a partially recorded tape.   
					● When shooting on a blank portion located partway   
					through the tape.   
					● When shooting again after shooting a scene then   
					opening/closing the cassette holder cover.   
					NOTES:   
					● The time code cannot be reset.   
					● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time   
					code indication does not move smoothly.   
					● The time code is displayed only when “TIME   
					CODE” is set to “ON”. (੬ pg. 29)   
					upward).   
					Quick Review   
					Enables to check the end of the last recording.   
					1) Press Q.REVIEW during the Recording-   
					Standby mode.   
					2) Tape is rewound for about several seconds   
					and played back automatically, then pauses in   
					the Recording-Standby mode for the next shot.   
					● Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is   
					normal.   
					Self Recording   
					Open the LCD   
					monitor and tilt it   
					upward to 180° so   
					that it faces forward,   
					point the lens toward   
					yourself and start   
					recording.   
					Self   
					Recording   
					Recording From The Middle Of A Tape   
					Time Code   
					1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search   
					(੬ pg. 21) to find the spot at which you want to   
					start recording, then engage the Still Playback   
					mode. (੬ pg. 20)   
					During recording, a time code is recorded on the   
					tape. This code is to confirm the location of the   
					recorded scene on the tape during playback.   
					Display   
					
					pressing down the Lock Button located on the   
					switch, then start recording.   
					Minutes   
					Seconds   
					Frames*   
					(25 frames = 1 second)   
					12 : 34 : 24   
					* Frames are not displayed during recording.   
					If recording starts from a blank portion, the time   
					code begins counting from “00:00:00”   
					(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from   
					the end of a previously recorded scene, the time   
					code continues from the last time code number.   
					If during recording a blank portion is left partway   
					through the tape, the time code is interrupted.   
					When recording is resumed, the time code starts   
					counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means   
					the camcorder may record the same time codes   
					as those existing in a previously recorded scene.   
					To prevent this, perform Recording From The   
					Middle Of A Tape (See the right column.) in the   
					following cases;   
					● When shooting again after playing back a   
					recorded tape.   
					● When power shuts off during shooting.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
				VIDEO PLAYBACK   
					EN   
					20   
					Still Playback   
					Normal Playback   
					Pauses during video playback.   
					1) Press 4/9 during playback.   
					2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9   
					again.   
					● If still playback continues for more than about   
					3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is   
					automatically engaged.   
					MENU   
					Power Switch   
					4/9/   
					VOL. +/–   
					Lock Button   
					Shuttle Search   
					Allows high-speed search in either direction   
					during video playback.   
					1) During playback, press 5 for forward   
					search, or 3 for reverse search.   
					3 
					5 
					
					2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9.   
					● During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The   
					search continues as long as you hold the button.   
					Once you release the button, normal playback   
					resumes.   
					8/   
					1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16)   
					2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button located on the   
					switch.   
					● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display   
					during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.   
					3 To start playback, press 4/9.   
					ATTENTION:   
					4 To stop playback, press 8.   
					During Shuttle Search, parts   
					of the picture may not be   
					clearly visible, particularly on   
					the left side of the screen.   
					● During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5   
					to fast-forward the tape.   
					To control the speaker volume   
					Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–) towards   
					“+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn   
					down the volume.   
					NOTES:   
					● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD   
					monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.   
					(੬ pg. 21)   
					● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power   
					is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off   
					automatically. To turn on again, set the Power   
					Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”.   
					● When a cable is connected to the AV connector,   
					the sound is not heard from the speaker.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
				VIDEO PLAYBACK   
					EN   
					21   
					Blank Search   
					Helps you find where you should start recording   
					in the middle of a tape to avoid time code   
					interruption. (੬ pg. 19)   
					Connections To A TV Or VCR   
					Open the cover.   
					To S connector   
					1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16)   
					2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button located on the   
					switch.   
					To AV connector   
					3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.   
					4 Press SET to select “t”. The VIDEO Menu   
					appears.   
					5 Press or to select “BLANK SRCH”, and   
					S cable   
					(optional)   
					AV cable   
					(provided)   
					press SET. The Sub Menu appears.   
					6 Press or to select “EXECUTE”, and press   
					SET.   
					● The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears and   
					the camcorder automatically starts reverse or   
					forward search, then stops at the spot which is   
					about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of   
					the detected blank portion.   
					1 
					2 
					3 
					4 
					“Y/C”/“CVBS”   
					Video Out Select   
					Switch   
					Cable   
					Adapter*   
					● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8.   
					NOTES:   
					To TV or VCR   
					● Before starting Blank Search, if the current   
					position is at a blank portion, the camcorder   
					searches in the reverse direction. If the current   
					position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder   
					searches in the forward direction.   
					TV   
					VCR   
					● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached   
					during Blank Search, the camcorder stops   
					automatically.   
					● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of   
					tape may not be detected.   
					● The detected blank portion may be located   
					between recorded scenes. Before you start   
					recording, make sure there is no recorded scene   
					after the blank portion.   
					A Black to S-VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/   
					VCR has S-VIDEO IN and A/V input   
					connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to   
					connect the yellow video cable.)   
					B Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/   
					VCR has only A/V input connectors.)   
					C Red to AUDIO R IN**   
					D White to AUDIO L IN**   
					* 
					If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the   
					provided cable adapter.   
					** Not required for watching still images only.   
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					NOTES:   
					
					Control   
					The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can   
					operate this camcorder from a distance as well   
					as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause,   
					
					makes additional playback functions possible.   
					(੬ pg. 23)   
					● Set the video out select switch of the cable   
					adapter as required:   
					Y/C: When connecting to a TV or VCR which   
					accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.   
					CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which   
					does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/   
					video cable.   
					● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use   
					the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the   
					JVC Service Center for details on its   
					availability. Make sure to connect the end with   
					a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter   
					reduces interference.   
					Installing The Battery   
					The remote control uses   
					one lithium battery   
					(CR2025).   
					2 
					1 Make sure all units are turned off.   
					2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as   
					1 
					1 Pull out the battery   
					shown in the illustration.   
					3 
					holder by pushing the lock   
					tab.   
					1 
					If using a VCR, go to step 3.   
					If not, go to step 4.   
					Lock tab   
					2 Insert the battery in the   
					
					holder, and be sure to   
					referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.   
					have the “+” mark visible.   
					4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.   
					3 Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.   
					Beam Effective Area (indoor use)   
					5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set   
					the TV to its VIDEO mode.   
					6 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20)   
					When using the remote   
					control, be sure to point it   
					at the remote sensor.   
					The transmitted beam’s   
					approximate effective   
					distance for indoor use is   
					To choose whether or not the following   
					displays appear on the connected TV   
					● Date/time   
					Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn   
					on/off the date indication.   
					● Time code   
					Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					● Indications other than date/time and time code   
					Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					5 m.   
					Remote sensor   
					NOTE:   
					The transmitted beam may not be effective or may   
					cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor   
					is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.   
					NOTES:   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as   
					the power supply instead of the battery pack.   
					(੬ pg. 13)   
					● To monitor the picture and sound from the   
					camcorder without inserting a tape, set the   
					camcorder’s Power Switch to “A” or “M”, then set   
					your TV to the appropriate input mode.   
					● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its   
					minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound   
					when the camcorder is turned on.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					The following buttons are available when the   
					Buttons And Functions   
					camcorder’s Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”.   
					
					Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 18, 24)   
					(Also available with the Power Switch set to   
					“PLAY”)   
					p START/STOP Button   
					Functions the same as the Recording Start/   
					Stop Button on the camcorder.   
					
					
					camcorder.   
					(Also available with the Power Switch set to   
					“PLAY”)   
					. 
					A Infrared beam transmitting window   
					● Transmits the beam signal.   
					PAUSE or   
					(Up)   
					Zoom (T/W)   
					The following buttons are available only when   
					the camcorder’s Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.   
					B PAUSE Button   
					● Pauses the tape   
					Up Button (੬ pg. 24)   
					
					SLOW (IU)   
					
					(Right)   
					C SLOW Rewind Button   
					D REW Button   
					● Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on a tape   
					(੬ pg. 20)   
					STOP or   
					(Down)   
					
					SHIFT   
					Left Button   
					E INSERT Button   
					Slow-Motion Playback   
					During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI   
					or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds.   
					● After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback   
					resumes.   
					● To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE   
					(9).   
					F SHIFT Button (੬ pg. 24)   
					G DISPLAY Button (੬ pg. 22, 38)   
					H SLOW Forward Button   
					I PLAY Button   
					● Starts Playback of a tape (੬ pg. 20)   
					J FF Button   
					● Forward/Forward Shuttle Search on a tape   
					(੬ pg. 20)   
					Right Button   
					K A. DUB Button (੬ pg. 41)   
					L STOP Button   
					● Stops the tape (੬ pg. 20)   
					Down Button   
					M EFFECT Button (੬ pg. 24)   
					● To stop Slow-Motion playback, press PLAY (U).   
					NOTES:   
					● You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from   
					Still Playback by pressing SLOW (YI or IU) more   
					than approx. 2 seconds.   
					● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image   
					processing, the picture may take on a mosaic   
					effect.   
					● After SLOW (YI or IU) is pressed and held, the   
					still image may be displayed for a few seconds,   
					followed by a blue screen for a few seconds. This   
					is not a malfunction.   
					N EFFECT ON/OFF Button (੬ pg. 24)   
					● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be   
					disturbances in video and the picture may seem   
					unstable, especially with steady images. This is   
					not a malfunction.   
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					1) To start   
					playback,   
					press PLAY   
					(U).   
					2) Press   
					EFFECT. The   
					Frame-By-Frame Playback   
					EFFECT ON/OFF   
					EFFECT   
					During normal or still playback, press SLOW   
					(IU) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (YI)   
					repeatedly for reverse. Each time SLOW (YI or   
					IU) is pressed, the frame is played back.   
					PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears.   
					3) Press EFFECT repeatedly to move the   
					highlight bar to the desired effect.   
					● The selected function is activated and after   
					2 seconds the menu disappears.   
					● To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT   
					ON/OFF. To reactivate the selected effect press   
					EFFECT ON/OFF again.   
					Playback Zoom   
					Magnifies the recorded image up to 47X at any   
					time during video playback.   
					1) Press PLAY (U) to start video   
					playback. Or perform normal   
					playback of images.   
					● To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2   
					above.   
					2) At the point you want to zoom   
					in, press the Zoom Button (T).   
					● To zoom out, press the Zoom   
					Button (W).   
					3) You can move the image on   
					the screen around to find a   
					particular portion of the picture.   
					While holding down SHIFT,   
					press   
					(Up) and   
					(Left), (Right),   
					(Down).   
					● To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification   
					returns to normal. Or, press STOP (8) and then   
					press PLAY (U) during video playback.   
					NOTES:   
					● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still   
					playback.   
					● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the   
					image may suffer.   
					Playback Special Effects   
					Allows you to add creative effects to the video   
					playback image.   
					CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a   
					strobe effect.   
					MONOTONE: Like classic black and white   
					films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together   
					with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic   
					film” effect.   
					SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish   
					tint like old photos. Combine this with the   
					Cinema mode for a classic look.   
					STROBE: Your recording looks like a   
					series of consecutive snapshots.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					Menus without Sub Menus   
					Changing The Menu Settings   
					This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,   
					on-screen menu system that simplifies many of   
					the more detailed camcorder settings.   
					(੬ pg. 26 – 30)   
					v WIPE/FADER   
					(੬ pg. 36)   
					Selected menu icon   
					blinks.   
					r PROGRAM AE   
					(੬ pg. 37)   
					p EXPOSURE   
					(੬ pg. 33)   
					u W. BALANCE   
					(੬ pg. 35)   
					Selected   
					
					PROGRAM AE   
					SPORTS   
					
					MENU   
					SPOTLIGHT   
					TWILIGHT   
					SEPIA   
					Power Switch   
					MONOTONE   
					
					1) Press or to select   
					the desired parameter.   
					● Example: r PROGRAM   
					AE Menu   
					STROBE   
					2) Press SET. Selection is complete. The Menu   
					Screen returns.   
					● Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other   
					function menus.   
					Lock Button   
					SET   
					3) Press SET. The Menu Screen closes.   
					1 For Video Recording Menus:   
					Menus with Sub Menus   
					m CAMERA (੬ pg. 26)   
					q MANUAL   
					Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button located on the switch.   
					Selected menu icon   
					blinks.   
					For Video Playback Menus:   
					Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button located on the switch.   
					(੬ pg. 27)   
					Selected function   
					s SYSTEM (੬ pg. 28)   
					n CAMERA DISPLAY   
					(੬ pg. 29)   
					t VIDEO (੬ pg. 29)   
					n VIDEO DISPLAY   
					(੬ pg. 30)   
					1) Press or to select   
					the desired function,   
					and press SET. The   
					Sub Menu appears.   
					● Example: m CAMERA   
					Menu   
					2) Press or to select   
					the desired parameter.   
					3) Press SET. Selection   
					is complete.   
					CAMERA   
					2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (੬ pg. 18)   
					REC MODE   
					– 
					SOUND MODE– 1 2B I T   
					ZOOM   
					SNAP SHOT   
					GA I N UP   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					6 0 x   
					3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.   
					FULL   
					AGC   
					4 Press or to select the desired function,   
					and press SET. The selected function menu   
					appears.   
					RETURN   
					Screen for Video   
					Recording Menu   
					Screen for Video   
					Playback Menu   
					Sub Menu   
					WI PE / FADER   
					OFF   
					V I DEO   
					CAMERA   
					SOUND MODE– STEREO   
					REC MODE   
					– 
					FADER–WH I TE   
					FADER–BLACK   
					FADER–B .W   
					WI PE–CORNER   
					WI PE–WI NDOW   
					WI PE–SL I DE   
					WI PE–DOOR   
					WI PE–SCROLL   
					WI PE–SHUTTER   
					NARRAT I ON   
					REC MODE   
					– 
					– 
					OFF   
					BLANK SRCH   
					RETURN   
					5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the   
					● Repeat the procedure if   
					you wish to set other   
					function menus.   
					CAMERA   
					REC MODE   
					– 
					selected function.   
					SOUND MODE– 1 2B I T   
					ZOOM   
					SNAP SHOT   
					GA I N UP   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					6 0 x   
					FULL   
					AGC   
					4) Press SET. The   
					Menu Screen returns.   
					● Repeat the procedure if   
					you wish to set other   
					function menus.   
					RETURN   
					5) Press SET. The Menu Screen closes.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					Recording Menus   
					SNAP SHOT   
					[FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame   
					NEGA: Nega mode   
					PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode   
					CAMERA   
					The “m CAMERA” settings are effective when   
					the Power Switch is set to both “A” and “M”.   
					However, the menu settings can be changed   
					only when the Power Switch is set to “M”.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame   
					[FULL]   
					NEGA   
					PIN-UP   
					FRAME   
					REC MODE   
					For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot   
					(For Video Recording)” (੬ pg. 32).   
					[SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode   
					LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5   
					times the recording time.   
					GAIN UP   
					OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no   
					picture brightness adjustment.   
					[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy,   
					NOTES:   
					● If the recording mode is switched, the playback   
					picture will be blurred at the switching point.   
					● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP   
					mode on this camcorder be played back on this   
					camcorder.   
					but the image is bright.   
					AUTO   
					: The shutter speed is automatically   
					adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor   
					lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter   
					image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s   
					movements are not smooth or natural. The   
					overall appearance may be grainy. While the   
					shutter speed is being automatically adjusted,   
					● During playback of a tape recorded on another   
					camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there   
					may be momentary pauses in the sound.   
					SOUND MODE   
					“ 
					” is displayed.   
					[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo   
					sound on four separate channels, and is   
					recommended for use when performing Audio   
					Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of   
					previous models)   
					16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound   
					on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the   
					48 kHz mode of previous models)   
					ZOOM   
					15X: When set to “15X” while using digital zoom,   
					the zoom magnification will reset to 15X since   
					digital zoom will be disengaged.   
					[60X]: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By   
					digitally processing and magnifying images,   
					zooming is possible from 15X (the optical zoom   
					limit), to a maximum of 60X digital magnification.   
					700X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By   
					digitally processing and magnifying images,   
					zooming is possible from 15X (the optical zoom   
					limit), to a maximum of 700X digital   
					magnification.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					MANUAL   
					WIDE MODE   
					[OFF]: Records with no change in the screen   
					
					ratio.   
					The “q MANUAL” settings are effective only   
					when the Power Switch is set to “M”.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					CINEMA : Inserts black bands at the top and   
					DIS   
					bottom of the screen. The   
					indicator appears.   
					During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black   
					bands at the top and bottom of the screen are   
					cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When   
					using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s   
					instruction manual. During playback/recording   
					on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands   
					are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen   
					and the image appears like a letter boxed 16:9   
					movie.   
					SQUEEZE : For playback on TVs with an   
					aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the   
					image to fit the screen without distortion. The   
					indicator appears. When using this mode,   
					refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction   
					manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/   
					LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated   
					vertically.   
					OFF: Disables the function.   
					[ON   
					]: To compensate for unstable images   
					caused by camera-shake, particularly at high   
					magnification.   
					NOTES:   
					● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand   
					shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting   
					condition.   
					● The “   
					” indicator blinks or goes out if the   
					Stabiliser cannot be used.   
					● Switch off this mode when recording with the   
					camcorder on a tripod.   
					5S   
					[OFF]: Disables 5-Second Recording.   
					5S: Enables 5-Second Recording. (੬ pg. 31)   
					Anim.: Allows you to record a few frames only.   
					By using an inanimate object and changing its   
					position between shots, you can record the   
					subject as though it is moving.   
					WIND CUT   
					[OFF]: Disengages the function.   
					ON   
					wind. The “   
					the sound will change. This is normal.   
					: Helps cut down on noise created by   
					” indicator appears. The quality of   
					TELE MACRO   
					[OFF]: Disables the function.   
					ON: When the distance to the subject is less   
					than 1 m, set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”. You can   
					shoot a subject as large as possible at a   
					distance of approx. 60 cm.   
					NOTE:   
					Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out   
					of focus.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					SYSTEM   
					PRIORITY   
					[LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD   
					monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while   
					the LCD monitor is opened.   
					FINDER: The image is displayed in the   
					viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out   
					while the LCD monitor is opened.   
					The “s SYSTEM” functions which are set when   
					the Power Switch is set to “M” are also applied   
					when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					BEEP   
					OFF: Even though not heard while shooting,   
					shutter sound is recorded on the tape.   
					BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is   
					turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of   
					recording. It also activates the shutter sound   
					effect. (੬ pg. 32)   
					CAM RESET   
					EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-   
					preset.   
					[RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the   
					factory-preset.   
					[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds   
					when any operation is performed. It also   
					activates the shutter sound effect. (੬ pg. 32)   
					REMOTE   
					OFF: Disables the remote control operations.   
					[ON]: Enables the remote control operations.   
					DEMO MODE   
					OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take   
					place.   
					[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as   
					Program AE with special effects, etc., and can   
					be used to confirm how these functions operate.   
					Demonstration starts in the following cases:   
					● When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO   
					MODE” is turned “ON”.   
					● With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON”, if there is no   
					operation for about 3 minutes after the Power   
					Switch is set to “A” or “M”.   
					● Performing any operation during the   
					demonstration stops the demonstration   
					temporarily. If no operation is performed for more   
					than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will   
					resume.   
					NOTES:   
					● If a cassette is in the camcorder, the   
					demonstration cannot be turned on.   
					● “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the   
					camcorder power is turned off.   
					● If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions   
					will not be available. After viewing demo, set to   
					“OFF”.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					CAMERA DISPLAY   
					Playback Menus   
					● The “n” (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are   
					effective even when the Power Switch is set to   
					“A”. However, the menu settings can be changed   
					only when the Power Switch is set to “M”.   
					● The “n” (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings except   
					“BRIGHT”, “LANGUAGE”, and “AUDIO LEV.” are   
					effective only for shooting.   
					VIDEO   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					SOUND MODE and NARRATION   
					During tape playback, the camcorder detects the   
					sound mode in which the recording was made,   
					and plays the sound back. Select the type of   
					sound to accompany your playback picture.   
					According to the menu access explanation on   
					page 25, select “SOUND MODE” or   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					BRIGHT   
					੬ pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The   
					Display”   
					“NARRATION” from the Menu Screen and set it   
					to the desired parameter.   
					ON SCREEN   
					LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the   
					date, time and time code) from appearing on the   
					connected TV screen.   
					[LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorder’s display   
					appear on screen when the camcorder is   
					connected to a TV.   
					SOUND MODE   
					[STEREO   
					]: Sound is output on both “L” and   
					“R” channels in stereo.   
					SOUND L : Sound from the “L” channel is   
					output.   
					SOUND R : Sound from the “R” channel is   
					output.   
					DATE/TIME   
					OFF: The date/time does not appear.   
					[AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5   
					seconds when the Power Switch is set from   
					“OFF” to “A” or “M”.   
					NARRATION   
					[OFF]: Original sound is output on both “L” and   
					“R” channels in stereo.   
					
					channels in stereo.(੬ pg. 41)   
					ON: The date/time is always displayed.   
					MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined   
					
					channels.   
					TIME CODE   
					[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.   
					ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder   
					and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are   
					not displayed during recording. (੬ pg. 19)   
					REC MODE   
					[SP] / LP   
					Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP   
					or LP) depending on your preference. It is   
					recommended you use “REC MODE” in VIDEO   
					Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder   
					during dubbing. (੬ pg. 38, 39)   
					LANGUAGE   
					[ENGLISH] / ESPAÑOL / РУССКИЙ   
					The language setting can be changed.   
					(੬ pg. 14)   
					BLANK SRCH   
					AUDIO LEV.   
					੬ pg. 21, “Blank Search”   
					OFF: Auxiliary microphone level indicator does   
					not appear.   
					[ON]: Displays auxiliary microphone level   
					indicator when optional microphone is   
					connected. (੬ pg. 8)   
					SYSTEM   
					Each setting is linked with “s SYSTEM”, which   
					appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”.   
					(੬ pg. 25)   
					● The parameters are the same as in the   
					description on page 28.   
					CLOCK ADJ.   
					੬ pg. 14, “Date/Time Settings”   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					VIDEO DISPLAY   
					The “n” (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings are   
					effective only for video playback except   
					“BRIGHT”, “LANGUAGE”, and “AUDIO LEV.”.   
					● The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN   
					settings) are the same as in the description   
					(CAMERA DISPLAY) on page 29.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					BRIGHT   
					੬ pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The   
					Display”   
					ON SCREEN   
					OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV   
					When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display   
					disappears.   
					DATE/TIME   
					[OFF] / AUTO / ON   
					When set to “AUTO”, the date/time are displayed   
					in the following cases:   
					● When playback starts. The camcorder displays   
					the date/time when scenes are recorded.   
					● When the date is changed during playback.   
					TIME CODE   
					[OFF] / ON   
					੬ pg. 19, “Time Code”   
					LANGUAGE   
					[ENGLISH] / ESPAÑOL / РУССКИЙ   
					The language setting can be changed.   
					(੬ pg. 14)   
					AUDIO LEV.   
					OFF / [ON]   
					੬ pg. 29, “AUDIO LEV.”   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					5-Second Recording   
					Record a vacation or an important event in 5-   
					second clips to keep the action moving. This   
					function is available only for video recording.   
					Night-Scope   
					
					they would be under good natural lighting.   
					Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may   
					look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter   
					speed.   
					1 Set “5S” to “5S”. (੬ pg. 27)   
					● The “5S” indicator appears.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to   
					start recording, and after 5 seconds the   
					camcorder enters Record-Standby mode   
					automatically.   
					● Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button   
					again within 5 seconds after recording starts,   
					Record-Standby mode is not engaged.   
					2 Set “r” to “NIGHTSCOPE”. (੬ pg. 37) The   
					Night-Scope indicator “   
					” appears.   
					● The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to   
					provide up to 25 times sensitivity.   
					● “ ” appears beside “   
					” while the shutter speed   
					is being automatically adjusted.   
					3 To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 1.   
					To take a snapshot in the 5-second recording   
					mode   
					To deactivate Night-Scope   
					Set “r” to “OFF” so that the Night-Scope   
					indicator disappears.   
					Instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop   
					Button in step 2, select the desired Snapshot   
					mode in CAMERA Menu (੬ pg. 26), then press   
					SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-   
					second still. When “5S” is set to “Anim.”, this   
					function is not available.   
					NOTES:   
					● During Night-Scope, the following functions or   
					settings cannot be activated and its indicator   
					blinks or goes out:   
					• Some modes of “Program AE With Special   
					Effects” (੬ pg. 37).   
					• “GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu (੬ pg. 26).   
					• “DIS” in MANUAL Menu (੬ pg. 27).   
					● During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the   
					camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a   
					tripod is recommended.   
					NOTE:   
					When “5S” is set to “Anim.”, the 5-Second   
					Recording mode is not available. Animation   
					recording of a few frames only is taken instead.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					Snapshot (For Video Recording)   
					Manual Focus   
					
					like photographs onto a tape.   
					continuous shooting ability from close-up (as   
					close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity.   
					However, correct focus may not be obtained   
					depending on the shooting condition. In this   
					case, use the manual focus mode.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Set “SNAP SHOT” to the desired mode.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 26)   
					3 Press SNAPSHOT.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to   
					● There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.   
					● The “O” indication appears and a still image   
					will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the   
					camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.   
					● You can perform Snapshot also during recording.   
					A still image will be recorded for approx.   
					6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.   
					● Regardless of the Power Switch position (“A” or   
					“M”), Snapshot recording takes place using the   
					selected Snapshot mode.   
					“M”.   
					2 Press FOCUS. The   
					manual focus indicator   
					appears.   
					3 Press < or > to focus on   
					a subject.   
					Manual focus   
					indicator   
					● When the focus level   
					cannot be adjusted any   
					further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.   
					4 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.   
					Motor Drive Mode   
					Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 3 provides   
					an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval   
					between still images: approx. 1 second)   
					To reset to Auto Focus   
					Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to   
					“A”.   
					Manual focus is recommended in situations   
					listed below.   
					● When two subjects overlap in the same scene.   
					● When illumination is low.*   
					● When the subject has no contrast (difference in   
					brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-   
					colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.*   
					● When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD   
					monitor or the viewfinder.*   
					● When the scene contains minute patterns or   
					identical patterns that are regularly repeated.   
					● When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light   
					reflecting off the surface of a body of water.   
					● When shooting a scene with a high-contrast   
					background.   
					* The following low-contrast warnings appear   
					blinking:   
					, 
					, 
					and   
					. 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					33   
					Exposure Control   
					
					Manual exposure control is recommended in the Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris   
					following situations:   
					● When shooting using reverse lighting or when the   
					background is too bright.   
					contracts in well-lit environments to keep too   
					much light from entering, and dilates in dim   
					
					● When shooting on a reflective natural background   
					such as at the beach or when skiing.   
					● When the background is overly dark or the subject   
					is bright.   
					Use this function in the following situations:   
					● When shooting a moving subject.   
					● When the distance to the subject changes (so its   
					size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder   
					changes), such as when the subject is backing   
					away.   
					● When shooting on a reflective natural background   
					such as at the beach or when skiing.   
					● When shooting objects under a spotlight.   
					● When zooming.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Set “p” to “MANUAL”. (੬ pg. 25)   
					● The exposure control indicator appears.   
					
					image, press <. (maximum 6)   
					● +3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight   
					compensation. (੬ pg. 34)   
					● –3 exposure has the same effect as when “r” is   
					set to “SPOTLIGHT”. (੬ pg. 37)   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Set “p” to “MANUAL”. (੬ pg. 25)   
					● The exposure control indicator appears.   
					3 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD   
					monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold   
					SET for over 2 seconds. The exposure control   
					indicator and the “ ” indication appear.   
					4 Press SET. Exposure adjustment is   
					complete.   
					To return to automatic exposure control   
					Select “AUTO” in step 2. Or, set the Power   
					Switch to “A”.   
					4 Press SET. The “ ” indication changes to   
					“ 
					” and the iris is locked.   
					NOTES:   
					To return to automatic iris control   
					Select “AUTO” in step 2. Or, set the Power   
					Switch to “A”.   
					● You cannot use the manual exposure control at   
					the same time when “r” is set to “SPOTLIGHT”   
					or “SNOW” (੬ pg. 37), or with the backlight   
					compensation.   
					● The exposure control indicator and “   
					” 
					disappear.   
					● If the adjustment does not cause any visible   
					change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 26)   
					To lock the exposure control and the iris   
					After step 2, adjust the exposure by pressing <   
					or >. Then lock the iris in steps 3 and 4. For   
					automatic locking, select “AUTO” in step 2. The   
					exposure control and the iris become automatic.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					Backlight Compensation   
					Backlight compensation brightens the subject   
					Spot Exposure Control   
					Selection of a spot metering area enables more   
					precise exposure compensation. You can select   
					one of the three metering areas on the LCD   
					monitor/viewfinder.   
					quickly.   
					With simple operation, backlight compensation   
					feature brightens the dark subject portion by   
					increasing the exposure.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the Spot   
					Exposure Control indicator “ ” appears.   
					● A spot metering area frame appears at the   
					centre of the LCD monitor/viewfinder.   
					2 Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight   
					Compensation indicator “ ” appears.   
					To cancel Backlight Compensation   
					Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the “   
					indicator disappears.   
					3 Press > or < to select the desired spot   
					” 
					metering area frame.   
					4 Press SET.   
					NOTE:   
					● Spot Exposure Control is engaged.   
					● Exposure is adjusted to make the brightness of   
					the selected area most appropriate.   
					Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light   
					around the subject to become too bright and the   
					subject to become white.   
					To lock the iris   
					After step 3, press and hold SET over 2   
					seconds. The “ ” indication appears and the   
					iris is locked.   
					To cancel Spot Exposure Control   
					Press BACK LIGHT once so that the “   
					” 
					indicator disappears.   
					NOTES:   
					● You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the   
					same time with following functions.   
					• “SQUEEZE” in “WIDE MODE” (੬ pg. 27)   
					• “STROBE” in “PROGRAM AE” (੬ pg. 37)   
					• Digital Zoom (੬ pg. 18)   
					• Manual Exposure Control   
					● Depending on the shooting location and condition,   
					optimum result may not be attained.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					35   
					
					The white balance refers to the correctness of   
					
					Adjust the white   
					colour reproduction under various lighting. If the balance manually   
					white balance is correct, all other colours will be when shooting under   
					accurately reproduced.   
					various types of   
					lighting.   
					The white balance is usually adjusted   
					automatically. However, more advanced   
					camcorder operators control this function   
					manually to achieve a more professional colour/   
					tint reproduction.   
					1 Set the Power   
					White paper   
					
					2 Hold a sheet of   
					plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust   
					zoom or position yourself so that the white paper   
					fills the screen.   
					To change the setting   
					Set “u” to the desired mode. (੬ pg. 25)   
					● The selected mode indicator except “AUTO”   
					appears.   
					3 Select “MWB” in “u W.BALANCE” menu   
					(੬ pg. 25), then press and hold SET until   
					begins blinking.   
					[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted   
					automatically.   
					MWB: Adjust the white balance manually   
					when shooting under various types of lighting.   
					(੬ “Manual White Balance Adjustment”)   
					● When the setting is completed,   
					stops blinking.   
					4 Press SET twice. The Menu Screen closes   
					and the Manual White Balance indicator   
					displayed.   
					is   
					FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day.   
					NOTES:   
					CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.   
					● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white   
					paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually.   
					(੬ pg. 32)   
					● A subject can be shot under various types of   
					lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent,   
					candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature   
					is different depending on the light source, the   
					subject tint will differ depending on the white   
					balance settings. Use this function for a more   
					natural result.   
					HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of   
					lighting is used.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					To return to automatic white balance   
					Set “u” to “AUTO”. (੬ pg. 25)   
					Or, set the Power Switch to “A”.   
					● Once you adjust white balance manually, the   
					setting is retained even if the power is turned off or   
					the battery removed.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					WIPE–SCROLL: The scene wipes in from   
					the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes   
					out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.   
					Wipe Or Fader Effects   
					These effects let you make pro-style scene   
					transitions. Use them to spice up the transition   
					from one scene to the next.   
					Wipe or Fader works when video recording is   
					started or stopped.   
					WIPE–SHUTTER: Wipe in from the centre   
					of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or   
					wipe out from the top and bottom toward the   
					centre leaving a black screen.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Set “v” to the desired mode. (੬ pg. 25)   
					● The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the   
					effect is reserved.   
					● The selected effect indicator appears.   
					3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to   
					activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.   
					To deactivate the selected effect   
					Select “OFF” in step 2. The effect indicator   
					disappears.   
					NOTES:   
					● You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by   
					pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop   
					Button.   
					● Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with   
					certain modes of Program AE with special effects.   
					(੬ pg. 37) In this case, the selected indicator   
					blinks or goes out.   
					WIPE/FADER   
					OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)   
					FADER–WHITE: Fade in or out with a white   
					screen.   
					FADER–BLACK: Fade in or out with a black   
					screen.   
					FADER–B.W: Fade in to a colour screen   
					from a black and white screen, or fade out from   
					colour to black and white.   
					WIPE–CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen   
					from the upper right to the lower left corner, or   
					wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a   
					black screen.   
					WIPE–WINDOW: The scene starts in the   
					centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the   
					corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually   
					wiping out to the centre.   
					WIPE–SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or   
					wipe out from left to right.   
					WIPE–DOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of   
					a black screen open to the left and right,   
					revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black   
					screen reappears from left and right to cover the   
					scene.   
					 
					 
					 
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					SPORTS   
					Program AE With Special Effects   
					(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000):   
					This setting allows fast-moving images to be   
					captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable   
					slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter   
					speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the   
					shutter function under good lighting conditions.   
					1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.   
					2 Set “r” to the desired mode. (੬ pg. 25)   
					● The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the   
					selected effect is activated.   
					● The selected effect indicator appears.   
					SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may   
					otherwise appear too dark when shooting in   
					extremely bright surroundings such as in the   
					snow.   
					To deactivate the selected effect   
					Select “OFF” in step 2. The effect indicator   
					disappears.   
					SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects   
					that may otherwise appear too bright when   
					shooting under extremely strong direct lighting   
					such as spotlights.   
					TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look   
					more natural. White Balance (੬ pg. 35) is   
					automatically set to “ ”, but can be changed to   
					your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen,   
					the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus   
					from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10   
					m, adjust the focus manually.   
					NOTES:   
					● Some modes of Program AE with special effects   
					cannot be used during Night-Scope.   
					● When a subject is too bright or reflective, a vertical   
					streak may appear (smear phenomenon). Smear   
					phenomenon tends to occur when “SPORTS” or   
					any mode of “SHUTTER 1/250 – 1/4000” is   
					selected.   
					● Some modes of Program AE with special effects   
					cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects.   
					(੬ pg. 36) In this case, the selected indicator   
					blinks or goes out.   
					SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish   
					tint like old photos. Combine this with the   
					Cinema mode for a classic look.   
					PROGRAM AE   
					OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)   
					NIGHTSCOPE: (੬ pg. 31)   
					SHUTTER 1/50: The shutter speed is fixed   
					at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually   
					appear when shooting a TV screen become   
					narrower.   
					MONOTONE: Like classic black and white   
					films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together   
					with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic   
					film” effect.   
					CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a   
					strobe effect.   
					STROBE: Your recording looks like a series   
					of consecutive snapshots.   
					MIRROR: Creates a mirror image on the   
					right half of the screen, juxtaposed to the normal   
					image on the other half.   
					SHUTTER 1/120: The shutter speed is   
					fixed at 1/120th of a second. The flickering that   
					occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light   
					or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.   
					SHUTTER 1/250/ SHUTTER 1/500/   
					SHUTTER 1/1000/ SHUTTER 1/2000/   
					SHUTTER 1/4000: These settings allow fast-   
					moving images to be captured one frame at a   
					time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback by   
					fixing shutter speed variables. Use these   
					settings when an automatic adjustment does not   
					work well, using SPORTS mode. The faster the   
					shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes.   
					Use the shutter function under good lighting   
					conditions.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					Dubbing To A VCR   
					1 Following the illustrations, connect the   
					camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors.   
					
					Open the cover.   
					3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start   
					recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s   
					instruction manual.)   
					To S connector   
					4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR,   
					then stop playback on the camcorder.   
					To AV connector   
					NOTES:   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as   
					the power supply instead of the battery pack.   
					(੬ pg. 13)   
					● To choose whether or not the following displays   
					appear on the connected TV   
					• Date/time   
					S cable   
					(optional)   
					AV cable   
					(provided)   
					Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn   
					on/off the date indication.   
					• Time code   
					1 
					2 
					3 
					4 
					Set “TIME CODE” to “OFF” or “ON”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					• Indications other than date/time and time code   
					Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/   
					TV”. (੬ pg. 25, 30)   
					Cable   
					Adapter*   
					“Y/C”/“CVBS”   
					Video Out Select   
					Switch   
					TV   
					To VCR   
					VCR   
					A To S-VIDEO IN**   
					B Yellow to VIDEO IN   
					C Red to AUDIO R IN   
					D White to AUDIO L IN   
					* 
					If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the   
					provided cable adapter.   
					** Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN   
					connector. In this case, it is not necessary to   
					connect the yellow video cable.   
					NOTES:   
					● Set the video out select switch of the cable   
					adapter as required:   
					Y/C: When connecting to a TV or VCR which   
					accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.   
					CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which   
					does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/   
					video cable.   
					● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use   
					the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the   
					JVC Service Center for details on its   
					availability. Make sure to connect the end with   
					a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter   
					reduces interference.   
					 
					 
					 
					 
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					1 Make sure all units are turned off.   
					Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped   
					With A DV Connector (Digital   
					Dubbing)   
					It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from   
					the camcorder onto another video unit equipped   
					with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is   
					sent, there is little if any image or sound   
					deterioration.   
					2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit   
					equipped with a DV input connector using a DV   
					cable as shown in the illustration.   
					3 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20)   
					4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start   
					recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video   
					unit’s instruction manual.)   
					5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video   
					unit, then stop playback on this camcorder.   
					NOTES:   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as   
					the power supply instead of the battery pack.   
					(੬ pg. 13)   
					● If a blank portion or disturbed image is played   
					back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing   
					may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed.   
					● Even though the DV cable is connected correctly,   
					sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If   
					this occurs, turn off the power and make   
					connections again.   
					To DV OUT   
					● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the   
					optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.   
					Core filter   
					DV cable (optional)   
					To DV IN   
					Video unit equipped with DV connector   
					 
					 
					 
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					Connection To A Personal Computer   
					It is also possible to transfer still/moving images   
					to a PC with a DV connector by using the   
					software equipped with the PC or commercially   
					available software.   
					® 
					If you are using a Windows XP, you can use   
					Windows Messenger to conduct video   
					To DV OUT   
					® 
					conferences over the Internet, using a   
					camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the   
					® 
					Windows Messenger.   
					Core filter   
					NOTES:   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as   
					the power supply instead of the battery pack.   
					(੬ pg. 13)   
					DV cable (optional)   
					Core filter   
					● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the   
					optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV   
					cable depending on the type of DV connector   
					(4 or 6 pins) on the PC.   
					● The date/time information cannot be captured into   
					the PC.   
					● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and   
					Software.   
					● The still images can also be transferred to a PC   
					with a DV connector-equipped capture board.   
					● The system may not work properly depending on   
					the PC or capture board you are using.   
					To DV connector   
					When connecting the camcorder to a PC   
					using a DV cable, make sure to follow the   
					procedure below. Connecting the cable   
					incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the   
					camcorder and/or the PC.   
					PC with DV connector   
					● Connect the DV cable first to the PC, and then   
					to the camcorder.   
					● Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly   
					according to the shape of the DV connector.   
					 
				EDITING   
					EN   
					41   
					NOTES:   
					Audio Dubbing   
					● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio   
					Dubbing.   
					The audio track can be customised only when   
					recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes.   
					(੬ pg. 26)   
					● When editing onto a tape that was recorded at   
					12-BIT, the old and new soundtracks are recorded   
					separately.   
					● If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the   
					sound may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit   
					recorded areas.   
					● Use the provided remote control.   
					Microphone Connector   
					● If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback,   
					move the camcorder’s microphone away from the   
					TV, or turn down the TV’s volume.   
					● If you change from 12-BIT to 16-BIT in mid-   
					recording and then use the tape for Audio   
					Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where   
					16-BIT recording began.   
					● During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to   
					scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes   
					recorded in 16-BIT audio or a blank portion, Audio   
					Dubbing stops.   
					● Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional   
					microphone connected to the MIC connector.   
					● While an optional microphone is connected, the   
					built-in microphone is disabled.   
					Speaker   
					START/   
					STOP   
					
					PAUSE   
					PLAY   
					STOP   
					REW   
					INSERT   
					A.DUB   
					1 Play back the tape to locate the point where   
					editing will start, then press PAUSE (9).   
					2 While holding A. DUB (D) on the remote   
					control, press PAUSE (9). The “9D” and “MIC”   
					indicators appear.   
					3 Press PLAY (U), then begin “narrating”.   
					Speak into the microphone.   
					● To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (9).   
					4 To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (9),   
					then STOP (8).   
					To hear the dubbed sound during playback   
					Set “NARRATION” to “ON” or “MIX”.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 29)   
					 
					 
				TROUBLESHOOTING   
					EN   
					42   
					If, after following the steps in the chart below, the   
					problem still exists, please consult your nearest   
					JVC dealer.   
					The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications   
					blink.   
					● Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of   
					Program AE with special effects, “DIS” and other   
					functions that cannot be used together are   
					selected at the same time.   
					HRe-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader   
					effects, Program AE with special effects and   
					“DIS”. (੬ pg. 25, 27, 36, 37)   
					The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled   
					device. External noise and interference (from a   
					TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from   
					functioning properly. In such cases, first   
					disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack,   
					AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and   
					then re-connect it and proceed as usual from   
					the beginning.   
					Digital Zoom does not work.   
					● 15X optical zoom is selected.   
					HSet “ZOOM” to “60X” or “700X”. (੬ pg. 26)   
					Power   
					Video Playback   
					No power is supplied.   
					The tape is moving, but there is no picture.   
					● The power is not connected properly.   
					HConnect the AC Adapter securely. (੬ pg. 13)   
					● The battery pack is not attached firmly.   
					HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach   
					it firmly. (੬ pg. 12)   
					● The battery is dead.   
					HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged   
					● Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to   
					its VIDEO mode.   
					HSet the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for   
					video playback. (੬ pg. 21)   
					● The cassette holder cover is open.   
					HClose the cassette holder cover. (੬ pg. 16)   
					one. (੬ pg. 12)   
					Blocks of noise appear during playback, or   
					there is no playback picture and the screen   
					becomes blue.   
					Video Recording   
					Recording cannot be performed.   
					HClean the video heads with an optional cleaning   
					cassette. (੬ pg. 48)   
					● The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.   
					HSet the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”.   
					(੬ pg. 16)   
					Advanced features   
					● “TAPE END” appears.   
					HReplace with new cassette. (੬ pg. 16)   
					● The cassette holder cover is open.   
					HClose the cassette holder cover.   
					The focus does not adjust automatically.   
					● Focus is set to the Manual mode.   
					HSet Focus to the Auto mode. (੬ pg. 32)   
					● The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.   
					HClean the lens and check the focus again.   
					(੬ pg. 46)   
					When shooting a subject illuminated by   
					bright light, vertical lines appear.   
					● This is not a malfunction.   
					In the 5-Second mode, recording ends   
					before 5 seconds have elapsed.   
					When the screen is under direct sunlight   
					during shooting, the screen becomes red or   
					black for an instant.   
					● The 5-Second mode is set to “Anim.” in MANUAL   
					Menu.   
					HSet “5S” to “5S” in MANUAL Menu.   
					● This is not a malfunction.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 31)   
					During recording, the date/ time does not   
					appear.   
					Snapshot mode cannot be used.   
					● “DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”.   
					HSet “DATE/TIME” to “ON”. (੬ pg. 25, 29)   
					● The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected.   
					HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode.   
					(੬ pg. 25, 27)   
					 
					 
				TROUBLESHOOTING   
					EN   
					43   
					The colour of Snapshot looks strange.   
					“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.   
					● The light source or the subject does not include   
					white. Or there are various different light sources   
					behind the subject.   
					HFind a white subject and compose your shot so   
					that it also appears in the frame. (੬ pg. 32)   
					● The date/time is not set.   
					HSet the date/time. (੬ pg. 14)   
					
					previously set date/time has been erased.   
					HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.   
					The image taken using Snapshot is too   
					dark.   
					When the image is printed from the printer,   
					a black bar appears at the bottom of the   
					
					● Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.   
					HPress BACK LIGHT. (੬ pg. 34)   
					● This is not a malfunction.   
					HBy recording with “DIS” activated (੬ pg. 25, 27)   
					this can be avoided.   
					The image taken using Snapshot is too   
					bright.   
					When the camcorder is connected via the   
					DV connector, the camcorder does not   
					operate.   
					● The subject is too bright.   
					HSet “r” to “SPOTLIGHT”. (੬ pg. 37)   
					White Balance cannot be activated.   
					
					turned on.   
					HTurn the camcorder’s power off and on again,   
					● The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE)   
					mode is activated.   
					HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone   
					(MONOTONE) mode before setting White   
					Balance. (੬ pg. 37)   
					then operate it.   
					Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or   
					whitish.   
					The Black & White Fader does not work.   
					● In places subject to low temperature, images   
					become dark due to the characteristics of the   
					LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction.   
					HAdjust the brightness and angle of the LCD   
					monitor. (੬ pg. 15, 18)   
					● The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE)   
					mode is activated.   
					
					(MONOTONE). (੬ pg. 37)   
					● When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches   
					the end of its service life, images on the LCD   
					monitor become dark.   
					The image looks like the shutter speed is   
					too slow.   
					HConsult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					● When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes   
					highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to   
					“AUTO”.   
					Coloured bright spots appear all over the   
					LCD monitor or the viewfinder.   
					HIf you want the lighting to look more natural, set   
					● The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made   
					with high-precision technology. However, black   
					spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)   
					may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the   
					viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the   
					tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit.   
					(Effective dots: more than 99.99%)   
					“GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF”. (੬ pg. 25, 26)   
					Other problems   
					The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the   
					camcorder does not light during charging.   
					● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely   
					high/low temperatures.   
					The cassette will not load properly.   
					HTo protect the battery, it is recommended to   
					charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to   
					35°C. (੬ pg. 47)   
					● The battery’s charge is low.   
					HInstall a fully charged battery. (੬ pg. 12)   
					● The battery pack is not attached firmly.   
					HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach   
					it firmly. (੬ pg. 12)   
					 
				TROUBLESHOOTING   
					EN   
					44   
					Warning Indications   
					Picture does not appear on the LCD   
					monitor.   
					● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is   
					set to “FINDER”.   
					HPush the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to   
					
					Remaining power level   
					“LCD”. (੬ pg. 18, 25, 28)   
					● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark.   
					HAdjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.   
					(੬ pg. 15)   
					HIf the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open   
					the monitor fully. (੬ pg. 18)   
					High   
					Exhausted   
					As the battery power comes close to nil, the   
					battery remaining power indicator blinks.   
					When the battery power is exhausted, power   
					turns off automatically.   
					An error indication (01 – 04 or 06) appears.   
					● A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this   
					case the camcorder’s functions become   
					unusable.   
					Appears when no tape is loaded. (੬ pg. 16)   
					CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB   
					H੬ pg. 45.   
					Appears when the erase protection tab is set to   
					“SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to “A” or   
					“M”. (੬ pg. 14)   
					The remote control does not work.   
					● “REMOTE” is set to “OFF”.   
					HSet “REMOTE” to “ON”. (੬ pg. 25, 28)   
					● The remote control does not point at the remote   
					sensor.   
					HPoint at the remote sensor. (੬ pg. 22)   
					● The remote control batteries are exhausted.   
					HReplace the batteries with fresh ones. (੬ pg. 22)   
					USE CLEANING CASSETTE   
					Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during   
					recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.   
					(੬ pg. 48)   
					CONDENSATION, OPERATION   
					PAUSED PLEASE WAIT   
					Appears if condensation occurs. When this   
					indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour   
					until condensation disappears.   
					TAPE!   
					Appears if a tape is not loaded when the   
					Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT   
					Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set   
					to “A” or “M”.   
					TAPE END   
					Appears when the tape ends during recording or   
					playback.   
					SET DATE/TIME!   
					● Appears when the date/time is not set.   
					(੬ pg. 14)   
					● The built-in clock battery has run out and the   
					previously set date/time has been erased.   
					Consult your nearest JVC dealer for   
					replacement.   
					 
				TROUBLESHOOTING   
					EN   
					45   
					LENS CAP   
					Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if   
					the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.   
					A. DUB ERROR!   
					Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a   
					blank portion of a tape. (੬ pg. 41)   
					A. DUB ERROR!   
					<CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED   
					TAPE>   
					<CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING>   
					<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION   
					TAB>   
					● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a   
					tape recorded in the LP mode. (੬ pg. 41)   
					● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a   
					tape recorded in 16-BIT audio. (੬ pg. 41)   
					● Appears if A. DUB (D) on the remote control is   
					pressed when the erase protection tab is set to   
					“SAVE”. (੬ pg. 41)   
					HDV   
					Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV   
					format are detected. The pictures in the HDV   
					format cannot be played back with this   
					camcorder.   
					UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE   
					REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY   
					The error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what   
					type of malfunction has occurred. When an error   
					indication appears, the camcorder turns off   
					automatically. Remove the power supply   
					(battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the   
					indication to clear. When it does, you can   
					resume using the camcorder. If the indication   
					remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE   
					EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE   
					The error indications (03 or 04) show what type   
					of malfunction has occurred. When an error   
					indication appears, the camcorder turns off   
					automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-   
					insert it, then check if the indication clears.   
					When it does, you can resume using the   
					camcorder. If the indication remains, consult   
					your nearest JVC dealer.   
					 
				USER MAINTENANCE   
					EN   
					46   
					Cleaning The Camcorder   
					Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and   
					remove the battery pack and AC Adapter.   
					To clean the exterior   
					Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in   
					diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off   
					heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.   
					To clean the LCD monitor   
					Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to   
					damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.   
					To clean the lens   
					Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently   
					with lens cleaning paper.   
					NOTES:   
					● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as   
					benzine or alcohol.   
					● Cleaning should be done only after the battery   
					pack has been removed or other power units have   
					been disconnected.   
					● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.   
					● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth   
					refer to the cautions of each product.   
					● To clean the viewfinder, please consult your   
					nearest JVC dealer.   
					 
					 
				CAUTIONS   
					EN   
					47   
					Battery Packs   
					NOTES:   
					● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after   
					charging, or after use.   
					The supplied battery   
					pack is a lithium-ion   
					battery. Before using the   
					supplied battery pack or   
					an optional battery pack,   
					be sure to read the   
					following cautions:   
					Terminals   
					Temperature Range Specifications   
					Charging: 10°C to 35°C   
					Operation: 0°C to 40°C   
					Storage: –20°C to 50°C   
					● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging   
					takes.   
					● Charging times are for a fully discharged battery   
					● To avoid hazards   
					...do not burn.   
					pack.   
					...do not short-circuit the terminals. When   
					transporting, make sure the provided battery cap   
					is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is   
					misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.   
					...do not modify or disassemble.   
					...do not expose the battery to temperatures   
					exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to   
					overheat, explode or catch fire.   
					...use only specified chargers.   
					● To prevent damage and prolong service   
					life   
					...do not subject to unnecessary shock.   
					...charge in an environment where temperatures   
					are within the tolerances shown in the chart   
					below. This is a chemical reaction type battery —   
					cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction,   
					while warmer temperatures can prevent   
					complete charging.   
					...store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to   
					high temperatures will increase natural discharge   
					and shorten service life.   
					...fully charge and then fully discharge the battery   
					every 6 months when storing the battery pack   
					over a long period time.   
					...remove from charger or powered unit when not in   
					use, as some machines use current even when   
					switched off.   
					Cassettes   
					To properly use and store your cassettes, be   
					sure to read the following cautions:   
					● During use   
					...make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.   
					...be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes   
					automatically erases the previously recorded   
					video and audio signals.   
					...make sure the cassette is positioned properly   
					when inserting.   
					...do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly   
					without allowing the tape to run at all. This   
					slackens the tape and can result in damage.   
					...do not open the front tape cover. This exposes   
					the tape to fingerprints and dust.   
					● Store cassettes   
					...away from heaters or other heat sources.   
					...out of direct sunlight.   
					...where they won’t be subject to unnecessary   
					shock or vibration.   
					...where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic   
					fields (such as those generated by motors,   
					transformers or magnets).   
					...vertically, in their original cases.   
					The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries   
					Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a   
					large power capacity. However, when one is   
					exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C),   
					its usage time becomes shorter and it may   
					cease to function. If this happens, place the   
					battery pack in your pocket or other warm,   
					protected place for a short time, then re-   
					attach it to the camcorder.   
					 
					 
					 
				CAUTIONS   
					EN   
					48   
					● To protect the unit, DO NOT   
					...allow it to become wet.   
					...drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.   
					...subject it to shock or excessive vibration during   
					transportation.   
					LCD Monitor   
					● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO   
					NOT   
					...push it strongly or apply any shocks.   
					...place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the   
					bottom.   
					...keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects   
					for long periods.   
					● To prolong service life   
					...expose the lens and viewfinder’s lens to direct   
					sunlight.   
					...carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the   
					viewfinder.   
					...swing it excessively when using the hand strap or   
					the grip.   
					...swing the soft camera case excessively when the   
					camcorder is inside it.   
					● Dirty heads can cause the following   
					problems:   
					...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.   
					● Be aware of the following phenomena for   
					LCD monitor use. These are not   
					malfunctions   
					...While using the camcorder, the surface around   
					the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD   
					monitor may heat up.   
					...If you leave power on for a long time, the surface   
					around the LCD monitor becomes hot.   
					Main Unit   
					● For safety, DO NOT   
					...open the camcorder’s chassis.   
					...disassemble or modify the unit.   
					...short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.   
					Keep it away from metallic objects when not in   
					use.   
					...allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to   
					enter the unit.   
					...remove the battery pack or disconnect the power   
					supply while the power is on.   
					...leave the battery pack attached when the   
					camcorder is not in use.   
					...No picture during playback.   
					...Blocks of noise appear during playback.   
					...During recording or playback, the Head Clog   
					Warning indicator “ ” appears.   
					...Recording cannot be performed properly.   
					In such cases, use an optional cleaning   
					cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette   
					is used more than once consecutively, damage   
					to the video heads may result. After the   
					camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it   
					stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning   
					cassette’s instructions.   
					● Avoid using the unit   
					...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.   
					...in places subject to soot or steam such as near a   
					cooking stove.   
					If, after using the cleaning cassette, the   
					problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC   
					dealer.   
					...in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.   
					...near a television set.   
					Mechanical moving parts used to move the   
					video heads and video tape tend to become   
					dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain   
					a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups   
					are recommended after using the unit for about   
					1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please   
					consult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					...near appliances generating strong magnetic or   
					electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,   
					etc.).   
					...in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or   
					extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.   
					● DO NOT leave the unit   
					...in places of over 50°C.   
					...in places where humidity is extremely low (below   
					35%) or extremely high (above 80%).   
					...in direct sunlight.   
					...in a closed car in summer.   
					...near a heater.   
					 
					 
				CAUTIONS   
					EN   
					49   
					About moisture condensation   
					● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid   
					into a glass will cause drops of water to form on   
					the glass’ outer surface. This same   
					phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a   
					camcorder when it is moved from a cool place   
					to a warm place, after heating a cold room,   
					under extremely humid conditions or in a place   
					directly subjected to the cool air from an air   
					conditioner.   
					● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe   
					damage to the video tape, and can lead to   
					internal damage to the camcorder itself.   
					Serious malfunctioning   
					If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit   
					immediately and consult your local JVC   
					dealer.   
					The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled   
					device. External noise and interference (from   
					a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from   
					functioning properly. In such cases, first   
					disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack,   
					AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and   
					then re-connect it and proceed as usual from   
					the beginning.   
					 
				SPECIFICATIONS   
					EN   
					50   
					Camcorder   
					For Digital Video Camera   
					Format   
					DV format (SD mode)   
					Signal format   
					For General   
					Power supply   
					DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)   
					PAL standard   
					Recording/Playback format   
					Video: Digital component recording   
					Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel   
					(12-BIT), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-BIT)   
					Cassette   
					Mini DV cassette   
					Tape speed   
					SP: 18.8 mm/s, LP: 12.5 mm/s   
					Maximum recording time (using 80 min.   
					cassette)   
					DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)   
					Power consumption   
					Approx. 3.2 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on)   
					Approx. 4.2 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off)   
					Dimensions (W x H x D)   
					75 mm x 74 mm x 111 mm (with the LCD monitor   
					closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)   
					Weight   
					Approx. 400 g (without battery, cassette and lens   
					cap)   
					Approx. 480 g (incl. battery, cassette and lens cap)   
					SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.   
					Operating temperature   
					0°C to 40°C   
					Operating humidity   
					35% to 80%   
					Storage temperature   
					For Connectors   
					S 
					S-Video output:   
					Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue   
					C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue   
					AV   
					–20°C to 50°C   
					Pickup   
					1/6" CCD   
					Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue   
					Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo   
					Microphone input   
					ø3.5 mm, stereo   
					DV   
					Lens   
					F 1.2, f = 2.6 mm to 39 mm, 15:1 power zoom lens   
					Filter diameter   
					ø30.5 mm   
					LCD monitor   
					Output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant   
					2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active   
					matrix system   
					Viewfinder   
					Electronic viewfinder with 0.16" colour LCD   
					Speaker   
					AC Adapter   
					Power requirement   
					AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz   
					Output   
					Monaural   
					DC 11 V G, 1 A   
					Specifications shown are for SP mode unless   
					otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and   
					specifications subject to change without notice.   
					 
				TERMS   
					
					
					A 
					
					AC Adapter .................................................... 13 Self Recording ............................................... 19   
					Animation ....................................................... 27 Slow-Motion Playback ................................... 23   
					Audio Dubbing ............................................... 41 Snapshot Mode .............................................. 26   
					Sound Mode ............................................ 26, 29   
					
					Specifications ................................................. 50   
					Spot Exposure Control ................................... 34   
					B 
					Backlight Compensation ................................ 34   
					Battery Pack ...................................... 12, 13, 47   
					Beep .............................................................. 28   
					Blank Search ................................................. 21   
					
					Tape Speed (REC MODE) ...................... 26, 29   
					
					
					Tripod Mounting ............................................. 16   
					Troubleshooting ............................................. 42   
					C 
					
					Charging The Battery Pack ............................ 12   
					Connection To A Personal Computer ............ 40   
					Connections To A TV Or VCR ....................... 21   
					
					D 
					Warning Indications ....................................... 44   
					White Balance ................................................ 35   
					Wide Mode ..................................................... 27   
					Wipe Or Fader Effects ................................... 36   
					Data Battery ................................................... 13   
					
					Demonstration Mode ..................................... 28   
					Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS) .................... 27   
					Dubbing ................................................... 38, 39   
					
					Zooming ............................................. 18, 24, 26   
					E 
					Exposure Control ........................................... 33   
					5-Second Recording ...................................... 31   
					I 
					
					L 
					LCD Monitor and Viewfinder .................... 15, 18   
					
					M 
					Manual Focus ................................................ 32   
					Motor Drive Mode .......................................... 32   
					N 
					Night-Scope ................................................... 31   
					P 
					Playback Sound ............................................. 29   
					Playback Special Effects ............................... 24   
					Power-Linked Operation ................................ 14   
					Program AE With Special Effects .................. 37   
					Q 
					Quick Review ................................................. 19   
					R 
					Recording Capacity   
					Tape ........................................................ 17   
					Remote Control .............................................. 22   
					 
				EN   
					Printed in Malaysia   
					0205FOH-ID-VM   
					EK   
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