ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2 – 3
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
GETTING STARTED
4
6 – 13
RECORDING
14 – 29
GR-AXM226
Basic Recording ..........................14
Basic Features ...........................16
Zooming, Picture Stabilizer,
5-Sec. Recording, Quick Review, Retake,
Advanced Features ......................19
Fade/Wipe Effects,
Program AE With Special Effects,
Digital Effects, Using Menus For Detailed
Adjustment, Date/Time Insert, Instant Titles,
Animation, Time-Lapse, Exposure Control,
Focusing, White Balance Adjustment,
Manual White Balance Operation
PLAYBACK
30 – 34
Basic Playback ...........................30
Features ..................................31
Connections And Tape Dubbing ........32
Using The Cassette Adapter ...........34
DETAILS
35
36 – 37
38 – 42
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 38
Indications ................................40
Terms ......................................42
CAUTIONS
43 – 45
46
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0752-001A
EN
EN3
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 (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Read these instructions.
(2) Keep these instructions.
(3) Heed all warnings.
(10) Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
(4) Follow all instructions.
(5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
(6) Clean only with dry cloth.
(7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
manufacturer’s instructions.
(8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
(12) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
by the manufacturer.
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EN
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”
(factory-preset).
Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.
DEMO MODE
Ⅲ Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for
more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
OFF
ON
Ⅲ “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned
off.
Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “ ” and
press the MENU Wheel in while the demo is in progress. This takes you
EX I T
directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go
Setting Menu
through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU Wheel to select
“OFF” and press it.
NOTES:
● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
● If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration
activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Adapter
AP-V10U
•Cassette Adapter
(VHS Playpak) C-P7U
•Battery Pack
BN-V11U
•AA (R6) Battery
(for Cassette Adapter)
•Lens Cap
•Shoulder Strap
EN5
How To Attach The Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
1
2
3
GETTING STARTED
6
EN
Hook on.
Power
1
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Push in.
2
Make sure the battery pack is attached to the
1
camcorder. Hook its end to the camcorder 1 and
push the battery in until it locks in place 2.
•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position,
a malfunction may occur.
BATTERY RELEASE Switch
REFRESH Button
Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC
2
3
Adapter to the camcorder 3.
REFRESH Lamp
Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet 4.
The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to
indicate charging has started.
CHARGE Lamp
When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the
AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the
camcorder.
Battery pack
4
Power Switch
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
To DC IN
connector
3
NOTES:
● During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot
be operated.
4
AC Adapter
● Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong
type of battery is used.
To AC outlet
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after
a long storage period, the 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.
● Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger,
you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U
battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot
be used as an AC adapter.
Battery pack
Charging time
BN-V11U
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.
approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U (optional)
BN-V400U (optional)
REFRESH:
Charging a battery with some charge remaining reduces that battery’s capacity. Perform the procedure
below to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging.
1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.
2. Press REFRESH on the camcorder for over 2 seconds. The REFRESH lamp on the camcorder blinks to
indicate discharging has started.
3. When discharging is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp blinks.
When you are not using a battery pack for a long period of time, be sure to fully discharge it before storing
because leaving a battery with some charge left over also reduces performance.
For other notes, ੬ pg. 35
EN7
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTENTION:
Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”
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.
(੬ pg. 6).
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
Viewfinder on
LCD monitor on
BN-V11U
95
95
80
80
BN-V12U
(optional)
Charge marker
A charge marker is provided on
the battery pack to help you
remember whether it has been
charged or not. Two colors are
provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means
charged and which means
discharged.
BN-V20U
(optional)
150
360
135
315
BN-V400U
(optional)
NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
●The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
●For other notes, ੬ pg. 35.
To DC IN
connector
AC Adapter
To AC outlet
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
8
EN
Power Zoom
Lever
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
2
3
Recording
Start/Stop
Button
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power
Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Viewfinder Adjustment
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.
3
1
2
3
2
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.
180°
Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
1
Set to “ ” or
”.
“
PAUSE
EN9
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Following the illustration, thread the strap through the
eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the
buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other
end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure
the strap is not twisted.
2
1
2
1
4
3
Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
1
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legs fully to Stabilize the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Date/Time Settings
10
EN
MENU Wheel
Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp
1
2
3
comes on.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM
MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ NEXT” and
press it to display the next page.
Power Switch
Display
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DATE/TIME” and
4
5
press it. The DATE/TIME Menu appears.
CAMERA MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
Menu Screen
ᮣ
To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME” (hour/
minute), rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
item, and press it. When the setting begins blinking,
rotate the MENU Wheel until the correct setting
appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking.
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
M. W. B.
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
SYSTEM MENU
ᮣ
NEXT
When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,
“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the MENU Wheel to
select “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu Screen
reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
SP
50
x
6
7
SYSTEM MENU
TO CAMERA MENU
ᮣ
Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen.
REC T I ME
OFF
I NT . T I ME
TELE MACRO
T I TLE LANG.
DATE / T I ME
DEMO MODE
OFF
OFF
ENGL I SH
OFF
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and
on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 25).
ᮣ
RETURN
DATE / T I ME
DATE/TIME Menu
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
2001
JUN
28
:
T I ME
PM
8
20
12-hour
indication with
AM or PM
EX I T
For other notes, ੬ pg. 35
EN11
MENU Wheel
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.
Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp
1
2
3
4
comes on.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM
MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU.
Power Switch
Display
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “REC MODE” and
press it. The REC MODE Menu appears. Select “SP”
or “EP” by rotating the MENU Wheel and press it.
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
REC MODE
REC MODE Menu
“
RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in to close the
SP
EP
Menu Screen.
•“EP” (Extended Play) is more economical, providing
three times the recording time.
NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
EX I T
SP
Recording mode
indicator
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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MENU Wheel
Tape Length Setting
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp
1
2
3
4
5
comes on.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM
MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU.
Power Switch
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “TAPE LENGTH”,
then press it. The TAPE LENGTH Menu appears.
Display
TAPE LENGTH
TAPE LENGTH
Menu
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the correct tape
length setting.
T
T
T
T
20
30
35
40
•T20=20 minutes
•T30=30 minutes
•T35=35 minutes
•T40=40 minutes
EX I T
(in SP)
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.
Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen.
T
30
Tape length
indicator
6
NOTE:
The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 14) is correct only if the
correct tape length has been selected.
EN13
EJECT Switch
Cassette holder
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Open the LCD monitor fully.
1
Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not
2
3
4
5
use force to open.
Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make
sure the label is facing outward.
Press the Close button to close the cassette holder
until it locks into place.
Close Button
Close the LCD monitor.
NOTES:
● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.
● The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
Turn to take
up slack.
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
Erase Protection tab
Gear
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes
have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
● The cassette holder cannot be opened while the
camcorder is in the record mode.
RECORDING Basic Recording
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EN
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 6)
● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 13)
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 11)
● Tape Length Setting (੬ pg. 12)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder
During shooting
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Power Switch
1
Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the
Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp
lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby
mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.
Recording Start/Stop Button
25M I N
Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “
” appears
2
in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
MIN
(Now calculating)
120MIN
119MIN
0MIN
(Blinking)
1MIN
(Blinking)
2MIN
(Blinking)
3MIN
Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor
BRIGHT Wheel
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Press in the
1
tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power
Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The powerlamp lights and
the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
“PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.
90°
180°
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
2
viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
“
” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is
in progress.
NOTE:
– – – – – – – – – –
6
+
–
BR I GHT
When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this
happens, use the viewfinder instead.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor
.... rotate the BRIGHT Wheel until the bright
level indicator on the display moves and
the appropriate brightness is reached.
Power Switch Position
: Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.
: Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.
OFF : Switches off the camcorder.
: Allows you to play back your recordings.
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NOTES:
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “ ” or “ ” to
turn the camcorder on again.
● If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during
recording), use the Retake function (੬ pg. 18) to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any
of it.
● To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, ੬ pg. 22, 24.
Self-Recording
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
SELF-RECORDING
In some situations, different shooting angles may
provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in
the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the
most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90°
downward, 180° upward).
You can shoot yourself while viewing your own
image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor
and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then
point the lens toward yourself and start recording.
For other notes, ੬ pg. 35
RECORDING Basic Features
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EN
Zooming: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an
instantaneous change in image magnification.
Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered
by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.
Zoom In
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
● The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker
the zoom action.
● 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. 28), then
zoom in or out in Record mode.
● The zoom level indicator (5) moves during zoom.
Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the
zoom indicator bar, all magnification from that point is
through digital processing.
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Power Zoom Lever
● When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may
suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” to
“OFF” in SYSTEM MENU (੬ pg. 23).
Display
Zoom indicator
bar
1
x
Zoom level
indicator
Approximate
zoom ratio
Picture Stabilizer: To compensate for unstable
images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high
magnification.
1) Press P. STABILIZER. “ ” appears.
2) To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press
P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake
is excessive, or under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal
stripes.
P. STABILIZER
Button
•When shooting dark or dim subjects.
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various
directions.
Display
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with
the camcorder on a tripod.
Picture Stabilizer
indicator
● The “
” indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer
cannot be used.
EN17
5Sec. Rec (5-Sec. Recording):
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene
transitions like those seen in TV programs.
5 SEC. REC
Button
1) Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.
2) During Record–Standby, press 5 SEC. REC. “
appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.
5S”
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording starts,
and after 5-second recording is finished, the camcorder
reenters the Record–Standby mode automatically.
4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5 SEC. REC
Set to “ ” or “ ”.
again so that “
5S” disappears.
● Fade/Wipe (੬ pg. 19) cannot be activated by pressing
5 SEC. REC.
Display
PAUSE
5
S
5 Sec. Rec mode
indicator
RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)
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EN
Quick Review: To check the end of the last
recording.
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby
mode.
2) Press
2
and release quickly.
Quick Review (2) Button
Tape is rewound for approx. 2 secondes and played
back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby
mode for the next shot.
● Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is
normal.
Set to “ ” or “ ”.
Retake: To re-record certain segments.
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby
mode.
2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point for
new recording. Pressing
pressing reverses it.
3
forwards the tape and
RETAKE (2/3) Button
2
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.
● Noise bars appear and pictures may become mono-
chrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.
Set to “ ” or “ ”.
RECORDING Advanced Features
EN19
FADE/WIPE Button
Fade/Wipe Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.
Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or
wipe-out works at recording end.
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
Press FADE/WIPE repeatedly until the desired mode’s
2
name and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The effect is reserved.
3
. 2 seconds, then the
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-
in/out or wipe-in/out.
3
4
To cancel a fade or wipe, press FADE/WIPE
repeatedly until “OFF” appears.
“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade/wipe standby mode is canceled.
Power Switch
Recording Start/Stop Button
FADER
Fades in/out to a black screen.
MOSAIC (Fader)
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic
pattern.
SHUTTER (Wipe)
A black screen moves in from the top and bottom, closing
over the image like a shutter, or a new image pushes open
the black screen vertically from the center.
SLIDE (Wipe)
A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover
the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.
DOOR (Wipe)
Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the
left and right, revealing the scene, or wipes out and the
black screen reappears from left and right to cover the
scene.
CORNER (Wipe)
Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the
lower left corner, revealing the scene, or wipes out from
lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.
NOTE:
Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop
Button allows you to vary the length for the
image during fade in/out or wipe in/out.
WINDOW (Wipe)
Wipes in on a black screen from the center of the screen
towards the corners, revealing the scene, or wipe out from
the corners to the centre, leaving a black screen.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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P.AE Button
Program AE With Special Effects
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
2
Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name
and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The mode is activated.
To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until “OFF”
appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.
3
Power Switch
SPORTS
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.
ND : ND EFFECT
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is
used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject.
FG : FOG
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external
fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the image and
gives it a “fantasy” look.
TWILIGHT
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural
and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight
mode is selected:
NOTES:
•Auto gain control is turned off.
● Only one mode can be engaged at a time.
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High
Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lit
situations.
•White Balance is set to “ :FINE” (day mode), but can
also be manually changed to another mode (੬ pg. 29).
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of
10 m (32 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-
camera distance is less than 10 m (32 ft.), use manual
focusing (੬ pg. 28).
● In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports”
modes, picture color may be adversely
affected if the subject is lit by alternating
discharge-type light sources such as
flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.
S1/2000
(1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter)
Captures faster action than Sports mode.
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DIGIFECT Button
Digital Effects
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
2
Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s
name and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The mode is activated.
To cancel the effect, press DIGIFECT repeatedly until
“OFF” appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx.
2 seconds.
3
Power Switch
SEPIA
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos.
Combine this with the WIDE mode (੬ pg. 22, 23) for a
classic look.
MONOTONE
Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W.
Combine this with the WIDE mode (੬ pg. 22, 23) for a
classic look.
NEGA POSI
The colors of a picture are reversed.
MOSAIC
Turns recorded scenes into a mosaic pattern.
NOTE:
Digital Effects can be changed during recording
or during Record-Standby.
STRETCH
Doubles the width of the picture horizontally.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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EN
Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings.
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
MENU Wheel
1
2
3
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Power Switch
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
function.
•To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU,
rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM
MENU” and press it. SYSTEM MENU is composed
of 2 pages. To go to the next page, rotate the MENU
Wheel to select “ NEXT” and press it.
Display
CAMERA MENU
Menu Screen
ᮣ
TO SYSTEM MENU
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
AUTO
•To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of
SYSTEM MENU, rotate the MENU Wheel to select
SYSTEM MENU
ᮣ
NEXT
“
TO CAMERA MENU” and press it.
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
WI DE
TAPE LENGTH
D I SPLAY
SP
50
x
OFF
Press the MENU Wheel in to display the Setting
Menu and rotate it to select the desired setting.
T
30
FULL
4
5
6
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.
ᮣ
RETURN
Press the MENU Wheel in. The normal screen
reappears.
REC MODE
Setting Menu
(ex. REC MODE)
SP
EP
EX I T
SYSTEM MENU
ᮣ
NEXT
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
WI DE
EP
50
x
OFF
TAPE LENGTH
D I SPLAY
T
30
FULL
ᮣ
RETURN
Normal Screen
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MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS
CAMERA MENU
Refer to “Focusing” (੬ pg. 28).
FOCUS
Refer to “Exposure Control” (੬ pg. 27).
EXPOSURE
M.W.B.
Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”
(੬ pg. 29).
S.LX
MAX
To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, when it is more
convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the
picture becomes slightly coarse.
NORMAL
To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more
convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the
subject becomes slightly dark. This setting is suitable for
measuring sensitivity conforming to EIA-639 (EIA* Standard for
Low Light Sensitivity Measurement).
*EIA : Electronic Industries Alliance
OFF
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness
adjustment.
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (੬ pg. 25).
TITLE
Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor
(੬ pg. 25).
DATE/TIME
DISP.
SYSTEM MENU
This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.
Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or EP) depending on your preference
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
(੬ pg. 11).
50X
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical
zoom limit), to a maximum of 50X digital magnification.
400X
OFF
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical
zoom limit), to a maximum of 400X digital magnification.
Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum
16x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during
Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 16X.
OFF
ON
Does not display black bars.
WIDE
Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen
to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen” effect.
: Factory-preset
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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SYSTEM MENU (cont.)
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 12).
TAPE LENGTH
DISPLAY
FULL
Make all of the indications appear on the LCD monitor/
viewfinder during playback or recording.
SIMPLE
Make the following indications disappear from the LCD
monitor/viewfinder during recording or playback: cassette
warning, tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power
indicator and tape length indicator (੬ pg. 40, 41)
Refer to “Animation” and “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 26).
REC TIME
Refer to “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 26).
INT. TIME
TELE MACRO
OFF
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance of
more than 1 m (3.25 ft) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at
the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can
shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx.
60 cm (23-5/8").
ON
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
TITLE LANG.
Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)
of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 25).
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 10).
DATE/TIME
DEMO MODE
ON
Demonstrates certain functions automatically. When “DEMO
MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, the
demonstration starts.
Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration
stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is
not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration
will resume.
NOTE:
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is
not available.
OFF
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
: Factory-preset
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Date/Time Insert
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
2
3
4
5
Allows you to display the date and time in the
camcorder or on a connected color monitor, as
well as to record them manually or
automatically.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
You should have already performed the Date/
Time Setting procedure (੬ pg. 10).
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DATE/TIME DISP.”
and press it. The DATE/TIME DISP. Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired mode,
then press it. The desired mode is activated.
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“
RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in to close the
Menu Screen.
MENU Wheel
Power Switch
NOTES:
DISPLAY
● The selected display can be recorded.
● If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF
mode before shooting.
AUTO DATE
● Your camcorder automatically records the date for about
5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following
situations:
DEC 25. 01
•After changing the date.
AUTO DATE
•After loading a cassette.
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating
the MENU Wheel.
● In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with
“AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.
DEC 25. 01
(DATE)
AM 10 : 25 : 00
(TIME)
DEC 25. 01
AM 10 : 25 : 00
(DATE/TIME)
No indication
(OFF)
Instant Titles
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
The camcorder has eight preset titles in
memory. You can superimpose one of them
over the video image.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
2
3
4
5
Instant Titles can be displayed not only in
English but also in French, Spanish and
Portuguese. Change the setting in TITLE LANG.
in SYSTEM MENU (੬ pg. 24).
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “TITLE” and press
it. The TITLE Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired mode,
then press it. The desired mode is activated.
T I TLE
OFF
HAPPY B I RTHDAY
OUR VACAT I ON
MERRY CHR I STMAS
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
A
SPEC I AL DAY
“
RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in to close the
HAPPY HOL I DAYS
OUR NEW BABY
WEDD I NG DAY
CONGRATULAT I ONS
EX I T
Menu Screen.
NOTE:
The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the
TITLE Menu.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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NOTE:
Animation
Before performing the following steps, make
sure that:
You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different,
of the same object for a brief period of time.
● The Power Switch is set to “ ”.
● The camcorder is in the Record-Standby
mode.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
1
2
appears.
● The recording mode is set to “SP”.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM
MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ NEXT” and
press it to display the next page. Then, rotate the
MENU Wheel to select “REC TIME” and press it. The
REC TIME Menu appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to
select the desired recording time, then press it.
MENU Wheel
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
3
4
”
RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in again to
close the Menu Screen.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Display
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after focusing
on the subject. The recording stops automatically
after the selected period of time.
•Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures.
REC T I ME
REC TIME Menu
To release the Animation mode, set “REC TIME” in
the Menu screen to “OFF”.
OFF
5
1
1
1
5
/
/
4
2
S
S
S
S
Time-Lapse
You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving
the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record
subtle changes over an extended period of time.
I NT. T I ME
INT. TIME Menu
OFF
15
S
S
30
1
5
M I N
M I N
Set “REC TIME” (੬ step 1 and 2 of “Animation”
above).
1
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “INT. TIME” and
2
press it. The INT. TIME Menu appears. Rotate the
MENU Wheel to select the desired interval time, then
press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the
highlight bar on “ RETURN”. Press the MENU
Wheel in again to close the Menu Screen.
Interval time
indicator
15
S
1
S
Recording time
indicator
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and
intervals alternate automatically.
3
4
To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “
displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
display “ ”, then set “REC TIME” and
“INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
” is not
NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse):
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.
● Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.
● Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation
or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.
● Animation and Time-Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected.
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Exposure Control
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override it and make
the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is
recommended in the following situations:
•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the
background is too bright.
MENU Wheel
•When shooting on a reflective natural background such
as at the beach or when skiing.
•When the background is overly dark or the subject light.
Power Switch
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
Manual Exposure
Screen
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
2
3
4
00
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXPOSURE” and
press it. The EXPOSURE Menu appears.
Exposure
control
level counter
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “MANU”, then
press it. The Menu Screen disappears and “00”
(exposure control level counter) appears.
To brighten the image
To brighten the image, rotate the MENU Wheel
downward. The exposure control level counter
increases (maximum +06).
To darken the image, rotate the MENU Wheel
upward. The exposure control level counter
decreases (maximum –06).
5
+
06
–06
Press the MENU Wheel in. The setting is complete.
To darken the image
6
7
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“
RETURN”.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
disappears and the exposure control level counter
reappears to indicate the exposure is adjusted.
NOTES:
● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 4.
● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Focus detection zone
Focusing
AUTO FOCUS
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct
focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below
(in these cases use manual focusing):
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in bright-
ness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a
clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate
focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean,
wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets
dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with
a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens,
zoom out first (੬ pg. 16). If zoomed in in
the auto focus mode, the camcorder could
automatically zoom out depending on the
distance between the camcorder and the
subject. This does not occur with “TELE
MACRO” (੬ pg. 24).
* The low-contrast warning “
” appears.
MANUAL FOCUS
Make the necessary viewfinder adjustments to use the
viewfinder (੬ pg. 8).
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
2
3
4
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “FOCUS” and
press it. The FOCUS Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “MANU”, then
Power Switch
press it. The Menu Screen disappears and “ ” and
“
” appear. The focus is locked at this point.
To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU Wheel
upward. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU Wheel
downward. “ ” appears and blinks.
5
Press the MENU Wheel in. The setting is complete.
6
7
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“
RETURN”.
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
disappears and “
is locked.
” reappears to indicate the focus
NOTES:
● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 4.
● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 2.
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed in because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
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White Balance Adjustment
Manual White Balance Operation
A term that refers to the correctness of color
reproduction under various lighting. If the white
balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately
reproduced.
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
various types of lighting.
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
1
2
adjustment, and select “MWB”.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators
control this function manually to achieve a more
professional color/tint reproduction.
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.
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
Press the MENU Wheel in until “MWB” begins
blinking.
When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops
blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with
the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.
1
3
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “M.W.B.”,
then press it. The M.W.B. Menu appears.
Press the MENU Wheel in again to close the
4
Menu Screen.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
setting.
MENU Wheel
“AUTO”
White balance is adjusted automatically (factory
preset).
“
: FINE”
Outdoors on a sunny day.
: CLOUD”
Outdoors on a cloudy day.
: HALOGEN”
“
White paper
“
A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
“MWB”
White balance is set manually.
Power Switch
Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
5
reappears with the highlight bar on
To Change The Tint For Recording . . .
.... in step 2, substitute colored paper for white. The
white balance is adjusted based on the color,
changing the tint. Red paper = deeper green;
blue paper = orange; yellow paper = deeper
purple.
“
RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in again
to close the Menu Screen.
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or set the Power
Switch to “ ”.
NOTES:
NOTE:
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually
(੬ pg. 28).
White balance cannot be used when the “SEPIA” or
“MONOTONE” mode (੬ pg. 21) is activated.
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the color 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.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or
the battery removed.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback
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Load a tape (੬ pg. 13).
1
2
Set the Power Switch to “
To start playback, press 4/6.
•To stop playback, press 5.
”.
Stop (5) Button
•Press
2
to rewind, or
3
to fast-forward the tape
Rewind (2) Button
during Stop mode.
Play/Pause (4/6) Button
NOTES:
Fast-Forward (3) Button
BRIGHT Wheel
● The camcorder shuts off automatically after about
5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power
Switch to “OFF”, then to “
● When the Power Switch is set to “
”.
” and the LCD
monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the
LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches
off automatically to save power.
Power Zoom
Lever (VOL.)
● The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder
(with the LCD monitor shut), on the LCD monitor or on
a connected TV (੬ pg. 32, 33).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and retracted.
● If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen
may become black. This is not a malfunction.
Speaker
”.
Set to “
LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment: Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel towards “+” to brighten, or
towards “–” to darken.
● The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images recorded in
Wide Mode (੬ pg. 23).
Speaker Volume Control: Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to turn up the volume,
or towards “–” to turn down the volume.
● The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images
recorded in Wide Mode (੬ pg. 23).
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.
1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● Noise bars will appear and the picture will become monochrome during Still Playback.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.
1) Press
3
for forward or
2
for reverse search during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, press and hold or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you
release it, normal playback resumes.
● Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This is normal.
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PLAYBACK Features
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Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen
COUNTER R/M Button
during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking.
To activate Manual Tracking:
1) Press the TRACKING Wheel for approx. 2 seconds.
“MT” appears.
2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel so that the noise bars
disappear.
Stop (5) Button
● To return to Auto Tracking, press the TRACKING Wheel
Rewind (2) Button
for approx. 2 seconds or set the Power Switch to “OFF”
and then ”
” again. “AT” blinks. When Auto
Play/Pause (4/6) Button
Tracking finishes, the indication disappears.
● When noise bars appear during playback, the
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is
displayed.
Fast-Forward (3) Button
TRACKING
Wheel
● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on
other VCRs or camcorders.
TBC (Time Base Corrector): Removes jitter from
fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even
with old tapes. Factory-preset: TBC is engaged.
To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC during
playback for more than 1 second. When the TBC mode is
activated, “TBC” is displayed.
TBC Button
Counter Memory Function: Makes it easier to
Set to “
”.
locate a specific tape segment.
1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1 second.
The counter resets to “0:00:00”.
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second.
“M” appears.
3) After recording or playback, press 5, then 2. The tape
automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.
4) Press 4/6 to start playback.
● The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and
Rewind modes.
● To disable the Counter Memory Function, press
COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second so that “M”
disappears.
For other notes, ੬ pg. 35
PLAYBACK Connections And Tape Dubbing
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These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
Basic Connection
Use optional Video and Audio cables.
To TV or VCR
TV
To Audio
Input
To Audio
Output
Audio cable
(optional)
VCR
To Video
Input
Video cable
(optional)
To Video
Output
Connector cover*
*When connecting the cables, open this cover.
Connection For Tape Dubbing
Use optional Video and Audio cables.
Play/Pause (4/6) Button
To TV or VCR
TV
To Audio
Input
To Audio
Output
Audio cable
(optional)
VCR
Power Switch
To Video
Input
Video cable
(optional)
To Video
Output
Connector cover*
*When connecting the cables, open this cover.
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Basic Connections
Tape Dubbing
Make sure all units are turned off.
Following the illustration on pg. 32, connect the
camcorder and the VCR.
1
2
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the
”,
shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 32).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the
VCR.
Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause
3
4
5
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
3
4
modes.
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a
spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is
reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the
TV to its VIDEO mode.
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the
VCR’s Record mode.
5
6
7
NOTES:
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
4/6 on the camcorder.
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,
then stop the VCR and camcorder when
finished.
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”, then
set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the
TV as interference will occur in the camcorder
playback picture.
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter
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Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded
with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully compatible
with any VHS video cassette recorder. The cassette adapter
is battery powered and automatically performs tape
loading and unloading.
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one
1
2
“AA (R6)” size battery as shown, then reattach the
cover.
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment
door, then insert the cassette and close the
compartment door.
VCR
Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the
tape back as you would any other.
Compartment door
3
4
Slide the latch and the compartment door opens
automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then, insert
your finger in the hole on the underside of the
adapter as shown in the illustration at left, and push
up and remove the cassette.
NOTES:
●During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the
reels for safety and tape protection.
●During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame,
etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear
on the screen.
Sliding latch
Compact video cassette
●To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with
adhesive tape.
Reels
Recording safety hole
DETAILS
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I T E M S
N O T E S
❍
Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C
(50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature
range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be
incomplete.
❍ Power
(੬ pg. 6)
❍ Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the
status of the battery pack.
❍ To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter
near a radio.
❍ Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes
warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
❍ The following operation stops charging or discharging:
•Set the Power Switch to “
”, “ ” or “ ”.
•Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
•Unplug the AC Adapter’s power cord from the AC outlet.
•Detach the battery from the camcorder.
❍ Date/Time
Settings
❍ The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the built-in clock
battery runs out. Consult an authorized JVC dealer for replacement,
or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting.
(੬ pg. 10)
❍ Recording
❍ When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the LCD
monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD
monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically
to save power.
(੬ pg. 14, 15)
❍
The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.
❍ There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the cassette holder
opens. Do not use force.
❍
The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the
accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.
❍ The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape
length has been selected (੬ pg. 12).
❍ “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power
goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes.
“TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at
its end is loaded.
❍ If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-
Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes, recording may not
start immediately.
❍ While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.
❍ TBC
❍ The “TBC” indicator turns green (gray with a camcorder equipped
with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is working.
(Time Base
Corrector)
(੬ pg. 31)
❍ TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle search.
❍ The “TBC” indicator turns white while TBC is not operative.
❍ It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working.
❍ The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is activated or
deactivated at the edit-in/-out points or when normal playback
resumes after still playback or shuttle search.
❍ If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on, turn off TBC.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your 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 then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
POWER
No power is supplied.
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly (੬ pg. 6).
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 6).
● The power supply has not been correctly connected
(੬ pg. 6, 7).
The power suddenly goes off and
does not come back on by itself.
● The battery pack has completely discharged.
● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then
after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still
does not come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
RECORDING
Recording cannot be performed.
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have
removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the
hole with adhesive tape (੬ pg. 13).
Recording does not start.
● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “ ” or
“
” (੬ pg. 14).
Animation or Time-Lapse is not
available.
● Before recording in the Animation mode at the very
beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording
mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly.
Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to
begin an animated program (੬ pg. 26).
PLAYBACK
The tape is running, but there is no
playback picture.
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.
● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has
not been set to VIDEO.
Playback picture is blurred or
interrupted.
● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.
The counter indication is blurred
during Still playback.
● This is normal.
TAPE TRANSPORT
The tape stops during fast-forward or
rewind.
● The Counter Memory Function has been activated
(੬ pg. 31).
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot
be performed.
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
OTHER
During recording, the indications do
not appear.
● Set “DISPLAY” to “FULL” in SYSTEM MENU (੬ pg. 24).
The tape will not eject.
● The battery pack is running low.
● If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees, the EJECT
Switch does not function.
Some functions are not available.
● The Power Switch is set to “ ”.
●
Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible to use.
Vertical white lines appear when
shooting a very bright object.
● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the
background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the
camcorder.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in
the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of
the camcorder.
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be
hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power
Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.
Colored bright spots appear all over
the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
● 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 in 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 %.)
The indicators and the picture color
on the LCD monitor are not clear.
● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD
monitor is pressed.
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and
the lens have become dirty
(ex. fingerprints).
● Wipe them gently with a soft cloth. Gently wipe in a
semicircular motion, as wiping strongly spreads the stain
and it won’t come out easily.
An error number (i.e. E03) appears.
● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power
source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again.
If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult
your nearest JVC dealer.
The image is out of focus.
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 8).
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of
Auto Focus (੬ pg. 28).
The picture is blurred in the Quick
Review or Retake mode.
● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise
may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬ pg. 11).
The date and time displays
disappear.
● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while
the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make
sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting
the power source.
The wrong date and time are
displayed/recorded.
● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 10),
the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be
sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.
Even though the lens cap is detached,
the “LENS CAP” warning indicator
(੬ pg. 41) blinks.
● The “LENS CAP” warning indicator may blink when the
camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of whether the
lens cap is attached or detached.
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
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Controls
Connectors
1 Stop Button [STOP] .............................. ੬ pg. 30
The connectors ( to q are located beneath the
cover.
2 •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... ੬ pg. 18
•Quick Review Button [
R] ............ ੬ pg. 18
( Audio Output Connector [A] ................ ੬ pg. 32
) Video Output Connector [V] ................ ੬ pg. 32
q DC IN Connector............................... ੬ pg. 6, 7
•Rewind Button [R]............................. ੬ pg. 30
3 Play/Pause Button ................................ ੬ pg. 30
4 •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... ੬ pg. 18
Indicators
•Fast-Forward Button [F] ..................... ੬ pg. 30
5 •Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ........ ੬ pg. 19
•Counter Reset/Memory Button
w CHARGE Lamp...................................... ੬ pg. 6
e •Power Lamp ..................................... ੬ pg. 14
[COUNTER R/M] .............................. ੬ pg. 31
•REFRESH Lamp ................................... ੬ pg. 6
6 Program AE Button [P. AE] .................... ੬ pg. 20
7 Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] .......... ੬ pg. 21
8 REFRESH Button .................................... ੬ pg. 6
9 EJECT Switch ....................................... ੬ pg. 13
0 Close Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 13
Other Parts
r LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 14, 15
t Shoulder Strap Eyelets ............................ ੬ pg. 9
y Eyepiece
! •MENU Wheel [–, +] .......................... ੬ pg. 22
•BRIGHT Wheel [–, +] ................. ੬ pg. 14, 30
•TRACKING Wheel [–, +] ................... ੬ pg. 31
u Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 6
i Viewfinder ............................................. ੬ pg. 8
o Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 30
@ 5-Second Recording Button
p Camera sensor
[5 SEC. REC] ....................................... ੬ pg. 17
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
# •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 16
•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ........ ੬ pg. 30
Q Grip Strap .............................................. ੬ pg. 8
W Microphone
E Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬ pg. 9
$ •Picture Stabilizer Button
[P. STABILIZER] ................................. ੬ pg. 16
•Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ..... ੬ pg. 31
% Power Switch
[
, OFF,
,
] ...................... ੬ pg. 14, 30
^ Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 14
& Battery Release Switch
[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. ੬ pg. 6
* Diopter Adjustment Control ................... ੬ pg. 8
INDEX Indications
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Indications During Recording
1
2
3
4
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1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... ੬ pg. 35
4 Tape Length Indicator .......................... ੬ pg. 12
Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.
5 Zoom Indicator Bar .............................. ੬ pg. 16
2 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ ੬ pg. 11
Zoom Level Indicator
Approximate Zoom Ratio
3,7 Digital Effect Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 21
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when
the Digital Effect is switched from one mode to
another by pressing DIGIFECT, then only the
indicator remains at 7.
3,8 Program AE Indicator ...................... ੬ pg. 20
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when
Program AE with special effects is switched
from one mode to another by pressing P.AE,
then only the indicator remains at 8.
3,9 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 19
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when
the Fade/Wipe is switched from one effect to
another by pressing FADE/WIPE, then only the
indicator remains at 9.
6 Recording Indicator ............................. ੬ pg. 14
0 Picture Stabilizer Indicator ................... ੬ pg. 16
! •Interval Time/Recording Time
Indicator ........................................... ੬ pg. 26
•5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator................. ੬ pg. 17
@ Bright Level Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 14
# Instant Title Display ............................. ੬ pg. 25
$ Date/Time Display ............................... ੬ pg. 25
% Focus Indicator .................................... ੬ pg. 28
^ Exposure Control Level Counter ........... ੬ pg. 27
& White Balance Mode Indicator............. ੬ pg. 29
* Record–Standby Mode Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 14
EN41
1
: Cassette Indicator
Displayed when a tape is loaded.
Indications During Playback
2 TBC Indicator ...................................... ੬ pg. 31
3 Tape Counter ....................................... ੬ pg. 31
4 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ ੬ pg. 11
5 Tape Running Indicator
1
2
3 4
5
6
SP
4
4
: Playback
–
:
:
TBC
1
2 3 4 5
AT
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
: Rewind/Shuttle Search
: Pause
6 Tracking Indicator ................................ ੬ pg. 31
7 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 30
•VOLUME: Speaker Volume
Indicator ........................................... ੬ pg. 30
–––––6–––––
+
VOLUME
–
7
Warning Indications
Indications
Function
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level: high. It does not necessarily
mean that the battery pack is fully charged.
Remaining power level: exhausted
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
power warning).
blinks (battery
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the Erase Protection tab is not in the position
that allows recording.
(੬ pg. 13)
Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward.
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.
(੬ pg. 35)
TAPE END
LENS CAP
These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case,
all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Remove the tape, turn the
unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to
clear, and turn it on again.
CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads
during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning cassette. If the warning remains
after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED
USE CLEANING
CASSETTE
E01—E06
UNIT IN
SAFEGUARD MODE
REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY
The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an
error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery,
etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
INDEX Terms
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A
N
AC Adapter ............................................................. pg. 6, 7
Animation Recording ................................................ pg. 26
Auto Date Record ..................................................... pg. 25
Auto Focus ................................................................ pg. 28
Auto Shut Off ...................................................... pg. 30, 35
ND Effect Mode ........................................................ pg. 20
Nega/Posi Mode ....................................................... pg. 21
P
Picture Stabilizer ....................................................... pg. 16
Playback ................................................................... pg. 30
Power Switch Position .............................................. pg. 14
Program AE With Special Effects ............................... pg. 20
Provided Accessories .................................................. pg. 4
B
Battery Pack ...................................................... pg. 6, 7, 43
Brighten The Image ................................................... pg. 27
Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................................ pg. 14
Q
C
Quick Review ........................................................... pg. 18
Cassette Adapter ....................................................... pg. 34
Charge Marker ............................................................ pg. 7
Charging The Battery Pack .......................................... pg. 6
Clean The Camcorder ............................................... pg. 45
Connection To A VCR/TV ......................................... pg. 32
Contents ............................................................ cover page
Counter Memory....................................................... pg. 31
R
Recording, Advanced Features .......................... pg. 19 – 29
Recording, Start/Stop ........................................... pg. 14, 15
Recording Mode ....................................................... pg. 11
Record-Standby ........................................................ pg. 14
Retake....................................................................... pg. 18
Rewind The Tape ...................................................... pg. 30
D
S
Darken The Image .................................................... pg. 27
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................................... pg. 14
Date/Time Display .................................................... pg. 25
Date/Time Settings .................................................... pg. 10
Demonstration Mode ............................................ pg. 4, 24
Digital Effects ............................................................ pg. 21
Digital Zoom ............................................................ pg. 23
Diopter Adjustment ..................................................... pg. 8
Self-Recording .......................................................... pg. 15
Sepia Mode............................................................... pg. 21
Shoulder Strap Attachment .......................................... pg. 9
Shuttle Search ........................................................... pg. 30
Specifications ............................................................ pg. 46
Sports Mode.............................................................. pg. 20
Still Playback ............................................................ pg. 30
Stretch Mode ............................................................ pg. 21
Super LoLux (S.LX) .................................................... pg. 23
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ........................................ pg. 20
Erase Protection ........................................................ pg. 13
Exposure Control ...................................................... pg. 27
T
Tape Counter ............................................................ pg. 31
Tape Dubbing ..................................................... pg. 32, 33
Tape Length Setting ................................................... pg. 12
Tele Macro ................................................................ pg. 24
Time Base Corrector ................................................. pg. 31
Time-Lapse Shooting ................................................. pg. 26
Tracking .................................................................... pg. 31
Tripod Mounting ......................................................... pg. 9
Twilight Mode ........................................................... pg. 20
F
Fade-In/Out .............................................................. pg. 19
Fast-Forward Tape ..................................................... pg. 30
5-Second Recording Mode ........................................ pg. 17
Fog Mode ................................................................. pg. 20
G
Grip Adjustment ......................................................... pg. 8
U
H
Unload A Tape .......................................................... pg. 13
High Speed Shutter Mode ......................................... pg. 20
V
I
Viewfinder Adjustment ................................................ pg. 8
Instant Titles .............................................................. pg. 25
W
J
White Balance Adjustment ........................................ pg. 29
Wide Mode ............................................................... pg. 23
Wipe-In/Out ............................................................. pg. 19
Journalistic Shooting ................................................. pg. 15
L
Z
LCD monitor/Viewfinder, Indications .................. pg. 40, 41
Load A Tape .............................................................. pg. 13
Zooming ................................................................... pg. 16
M
Manual Focus ........................................................... pg. 28
Menu Screen..................................................... pg. 22 – 24
Monotone Mode ....................................................... pg. 21
Mosaic Mode ............................................................ pg. 21
CAUTIONS
EN43
When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the
Battery Packs
USA
Ⅲ The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
The battery packs are nickel-cadmium
or nickel metal-hydride batteries.
Before using the supplied battery pack
or an optional battery pack, be sure to
read the following cautions:
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s AC Adapter to an AC
wall outlet other than American National Standard
C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a
“Siemens Plug”, as shown.
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
1. To avoid hazard . . .
... do not burn.
Terminals
... do not short-circuit the terminals.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... use only specified chargers.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... avoid repeated charging without fully
discharging.
Plug adapter
... 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.
General Battery Precautions
If the cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is
being operated correctly, the battery is exhausted.
Replace it with a fresh one.
Use only the following battery:
... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
Cassette adapter ............... AA (R6) size x 1
(C-P6U or C-P7U)
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, the battery can leak or explode.
NOTES:
1. When replacing a battery, read the cassette
●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
adapter (C-P6U/C-P7U) instructions.
2. Do not use any different size of battery from that
specified.
3. Be sure to install a battery in the correct direction.
4. Do not use a rechargeable battery.
5. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it
can leak or explode.
6. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging .............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)
●Recharging time is based on room temperature of
20°C (68°F).
●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
7. Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
CAUTIONS (cont.)
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4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
....allow it to become wet.
Cassettes
....drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
....subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read
the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
....keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects
for long periods.
....make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C 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
....direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.
....carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD
monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with both
hands or use the grip.
....swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
LCD Monitor
tape to fingerprints and dust.
2. Store cassettes . . .
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
DO NOT . . .
....away from heaters or other heat sources.
....out of direct sunlight.
....where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock
or vibration.
....push it strongly or apply any shocks.
....place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the
bottom.
....where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic
fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).
2. To prolong service life . . .
....avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use. These are not malfunctions:
....vertically, in their original cases.
•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
1. 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.
About moisture condensation . . .
● You may 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.
....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.
2. 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.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
....in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
....near a television set.
....near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric
fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).
....in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or
104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
....in places of over 50°C (122°F).
....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.
....in dusty places such as a beach.
EN45
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
For Your Maintenance
1. After Use
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF” to turn off the
camcorder.
2 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60
degrees. Slide EJECT to open the cassette
holder, then remove the cassette.
Change or modifications not approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accord-
ance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing
the Close button.
4 Close and lock the LCD monitor.
5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery
pack.
6 Attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder’s
lens.
2. Cleaning The Camcorder
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well
to wipe off heavy dirt, then wipe again with a
dry cloth.
2 CLEAN LCD MONITOR
Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with
a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the
monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
3 CLEAN LENS
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe it gently
with lens cleaning paper.
4 REMOVE EYEPIECE
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it
out.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
5 CLEAN VIEWFINDER
Remove dust using a blower brush.
6 RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE
Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.
NOTES:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine
or alcohol.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth,
refer to the cautions that came with it.
● When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the
viewfinder securely.
SPECIFICATIONS
46
EN
Connectors
Camcorder
Video
: 1 V (p-p , 75 Ω unbalanced,
)
General
Format
Power source
analog output
(via Video output connector)
: VHS NTSC standard
: DC 11 V
(Using AC Adapter)
DC 6 V
(Using battery pack)
Audio
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ analog
output
(via Audio output connector)
Power consumption
Viewfinder on
AC Adapter AP-V10U
Power requirement
U.S.A. and Canada : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz
: 4.0 W
: 4.5 W
: NTSC-type
LCD monitor on
Signal system
Other countries
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,
Video recording system
Luminance
50 Hz/60 Hz
: FM recording
Color
: Converted sub-carrier
direct recording
Output
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
: DC 11 V
, 1 A
: 59 mm x 31 mm x 69 mm
(2-3/8" x 1-1/4" x 2-3/4")
: Approx. 130 g (0.29 lbs)
Conforms to VHS standard
Cassette
:
cassette
Weight
Tape speed
SP
EP
: 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)
: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)
Optional Accessories
Recording time (max.)
SP
EP
Operating
temperature
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U
•A/V (Audio/Video) Cable
: 40 minutes
: 120 minutes (with TC-40)
•Compact VHS (
) Cassettes TC-40/30/20
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%
Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C
(–4°F to 122°F)
Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please
consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories
and their availability.
Weight
: Approx. 900 g (2.0 lbs)
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
: 206 mm x 112 mm x 118 mm
(8-1/8" x 4-7/16" x 4-11/16")
(with the LCD monitor closed
and with the viewfinder full
tilted downward)
Pickup
Lens
: 1/4" format CCD
: F1.6, f = 3.9 mm to 62.4 mm,
16:1 power zoom lens with
auto iris and macro control,
filter diameter 40.5 mm
Viewfinder
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.5"
black/white CRT
White balance
adjustment
: Auto/Manual adjustment
LCD monitor
: 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD
panel/TFT active matrix system
Speaker
: Monaural
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
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