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		 ENGLISH   
					DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA   
					CONTENTS   
					AUTOMATIC   
					DEMONSTRATION   
					GR-D31   
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					GETTING STARTED   
					7 – 10   
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					Video Camera:   
					
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					RECORDING &   
					PLAYBACK   
					
					11 – 15   
					16 – 28   
					ADVANCED   
					FEATURES   
					REFERENCES 29 – Back Cover   
					For Customer Use:   
					Enter below the Model No. and Serial   
					No. which is located on the bottom of the   
					camcorder. Retain this information for   
					future reference.   
					Model No.   
					Serial No.   
					INSTRUCTIONS   
					LYT1113-001A   
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				Dear Customer,   
					Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”   
					and “IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (੬ pgs. 3 and 4) to ensure safe use of this   
					product.   
					SAFETY PRECAUTIONS   
					CAUTION   
					WARNING:   
					RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK   
					DO NOT OPEN   
					TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE   
					OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT   
					EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO   
					RAIN OR MOISTURE.   
					CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,   
					DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).   
					NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.   
					REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.   
					The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an   
					equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the   
					presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the   
					product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude   
					to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.   
					NOTES:   
					● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety   
					caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main   
					unit.   
					The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is   
					intended to alert the user to the presence of important   
					operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in   
					the literature accompanying the appliance.   
					● The rating information and safety caution of the AC   
					Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.   
					CAUTIONS:   
					● This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a   
					television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible   
					anywhere.   
					● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U 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.)   
					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.)   
					This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may   
					be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.   
					For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:   
					<http://www.eiae.org>   
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				Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the   
					malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.   
					CAUTION!   
					The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.   
					When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the   
					camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.   
					Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder,   
					as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.   
					Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the   
					camcorder.   
					CAUTION!   
					Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not   
					recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.   
					IMPORTANT PRODUCT 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.   
					(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or   
					(7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in   
					when unused for long periods of time.   
					accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.   
					(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 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.   
					(8) Do not install near any heat sources such as   
					radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other   
					apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.   
					(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified by   
					the manufacturer.   
					Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked “   
					” 
					can be used with this unit.   
					Before recording an important scene . . .   
					..... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark   
					. 
					..... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.   
					..... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper   
					permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal   
					enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)   
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				PROVIDED ACCESSORIES   
					or   
					Lens Cap   
					(See below for   
					attachment)   
					Battery Pack   
					BN-V408U   
					AC Adapter AP-V11U or AP-V13U   
					Core Filter   
					Shoulder Strap   
					Audio/Video Cable   
					(ø3.5 mini-plug to   
					RCA plug)   
					(for optional S-Video   
					cable ੬ pg. 6 for   
					attachment)   
					NOTE:   
					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.   
					HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP   
					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 camera.   
					1 Make sure the arrow (L) is   
					2 
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					pointing upward.   
					Arrow   
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				HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER   
					Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with your model ੬ pg. 5) to an optional cable(s). The Core Filter reduces   
					interference.   
					3 cm   
					1 
					2 
					3 
					Stopper   
					Wind once   
					Release the   
					stoppers on both   
					ends of the Core   
					Filter.   
					Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm   
					of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind   
					the cable once around the outside of the Core Filter as   
					shown in the illustration.   
					Close the Core Filter until it   
					clicks shut.   
					• Wind the cable so that it is not slack.   
					NOTE:   
					Take care not to damage the cable.   
					Ⅲ When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.   
					AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION   
					Automatic Demonstration takes place when   
					“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).   
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					Ⅲ Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for   
					about 3 minutes after the Power Switch r is set to “ ” or “   
					and no cassette is in the camcorder.   
					” 
					Ⅲ 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.   
					Ⅲ “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is   
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					turned off.   
					Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration:   
					1. Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing down the Lock   
					Button e located on the switch and press the MENU/VOLUME   
					wheel # in. The Menu Screen appears.   
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					Sub Menu   
					2. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select “   
					and press it.   
					(SYSTEM)”   
					SYSTEM   
					3. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select “DEMO MODE”   
					and press it. The Sub Menu appears.   
					DEMO MODE   
					– 
					OFF   
					ON   
					4. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select “OFF” and press   
					it.   
					5. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select “ RETURN”,   
					and press it twice. The normal screen appears.   
					NOTE:   
					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.   
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				Power   
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					CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK   
					1With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward,   
					push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack   
					mount !, then slide up the battery pack until it locks in   
					place.   
					Arrow   
					2Set the Power Switch r to “OFF (CHARGE)”.   
					Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.   
					3Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The POWER/   
					CHARGE lamp w on the camcorder blinks to indicate   
					charging has started.   
					To DC   
					connector   
					Battery pack   
					AC Adapter   
					4When the POWER/CHARGE lamp w goes off,   
					charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the   
					AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the   
					camcorder.   
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					To AC outlet   
					To Detach The Battery Pack:   
					Slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding down   
					BATT. RELEASE i to detach it.   
					ATTENTION   
					Battery pack   
					BN-V408U   
					Charging time   
					approx. 1 hr. 30 min.   
					approx. 3 hrs.   
					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.   
					BN-V416U (optional)   
					BN-V428U (optional)   
					approx. 5 hrs.   
					INFORMATION   
					Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.   
					The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of   
					a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:   
					USING THE BATTERY PACK   
					VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15U AC   
					Power Adapter/Charger   
					VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC   
					Power Adapter/Charger   
					Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.   
					Approximate recording time   
					Read the kit's instruction manual before using.   
					Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC   
					Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or   
					BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply   
					power directly to the camcorder.   
					Battery pack   
					LCD monitor on   
					Viewfinder on   
					BN-V408U   
					1 hr. 10 min.   
					1 hr. 40 min.   
					BN-V416U   
					(optional)   
					2 hrs. 30 min.   
					4 hrs. 20 min.   
					5 hrs. 20 min.   
					8 hrs. 10 min.   
					3 hrs. 30 min.   
					6 hrs. 20 min.   
					7 hrs. 30 min.   
					11 hrs. 10 min.   
					BN-V428U   
					(optional)   
					NOTES:   
					● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,   
					remove it first.   
					BN-V840U   
					(optional)   
					● During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.   
					● 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 w   
					may not light. Remove the battery pack from the   
					camcorder, then try charging again.   
					● If a fully-charged battery’s operation time remains   
					extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please purchase   
					a new one.   
					● Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or   
					Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the LCD   
					monitor is used repeatedly.   
					BN-V856U   
					(optional)   
					USING AC POWER   
					Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder as shown in   
					the following illustration.   
					• The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage   
					selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.   
					● Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare   
					enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned   
					shooting time.   
					Continued on next page.   
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					GETTING STARTED   
				● 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:   
					• Set the Power Switch r to “PLAY”, “ ” or “ ”.   
					• Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.   
					• Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet.   
					• Detach the battery from the camcorder.   
					Grip Adjustment   
					1Separate the Velcro strip.   
					2Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the   
					grip.   
					3Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to   
					easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button ) and   
					Power Switch r and Power Zoom Lever %. Be sure to   
					fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.   
					● 
					This camcorder will be automatically turned off if its power   
					is supplied from the AC adapter and about 5 minutes pass   
					since it has entered into the recording standby mode with   
					a cassette inserted. If, under those conditions, the battery   
					is attached to the camcorder, its charging will start.   
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					● Using the optional AA-V40U AC Power Adapter/Charger,   
					you can charge the BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery   
					pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used   
					as an AC adapter.   
					● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC   
					Adapter near a radio.   
					● 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.   
					● Charging time varies according to the ambient   
					temperature and the status of the battery pack.   
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					About Batteries   
					Viewfinder Adjustment   
					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.   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” or “ ” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button e located on the   
					switch.   
					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.   
					2Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for   
					best viewability.   
					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/50°F), its usage time   
					becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this   
					happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other   
					warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it   
					to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is   
					not cold, it should not affect performance.   
					3Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control ( until the   
					indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.   
					PAUSE   
					(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery   
					pack does not come in direct contact with it.)   
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					Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.   
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					GETTING STARTED   
				Shoulder Strap Attachment   
					Loading/Unloading A Cassette   
					The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject   
					a cassette.   
					1Thread the strap through the eyelet q, then fold it   
					back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the   
					procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the   
					other eyelet q located under the Grip Strap. Confirm   
					the strap is not twisted.   
					1Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT o 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.   
					2Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to   
					close the cassette holder.   
					• Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes   
					automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before   
					closing the cassette holder cover.   
					• When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be able   
					to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force.   
					Replace the battery with a fully charged one before   
					continuing.   
					q 
					3Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks   
					into place.   
					To Protect Valuable Recordings:   
					Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the   
					tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the   
					tape from being recorded over. To record on this   
					tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading it.   
					Tripod Mounting   
					CAUTION   
					When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its   
					legs to stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use   
					small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit   
					by falling over.   
					Make sure the   
					window side   
					is facing out.   
					Cassette holder   
					1To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the   
					direction stud and screw to the stud hole y and   
					mounting socket u on the camcorder. Then tighten the   
					screw clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with   
					studs.   
					Cassette   
					holder   
					o 
					cover   
					u 
					y 
					Be sure to press only the section labeled “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.   
					Approximate recording time   
					Recording mode   
					Tape   
					SP   
					LP   
					30 min.   
					60 min.   
					80 min.   
					30 min.   
					60 min.   
					80 min.   
					45 min.   
					90 min.   
					120 min.   
					NOTES:   
					● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power   
					supply is attached.   
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					GETTING STARTED   
				● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do   
					not apply force.   
					CAMERA D I SPLAY   
					CAMERA D I SPLAY   
					BR I GHT   
					ON SCREEN   
					DATE / T I ME   
					T I ME CODE   
					CLOCK   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					LCD / TV   
					AUTO   
					● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder   
					cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.   
					● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does   
					not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If   
					the cassette holder still does not open, turn the   
					camcorder off then on again.   
					OFF   
					DEC 25 ’03   
					5 : 30 PM   
					CLOCK   
					ADJ .   
					DEC 25 ’03   
					5 : 30 PM   
					ADJ .   
					RETURN   
					● 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.   
					● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automati-   
					cally. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the   
					cassette holder cover.   
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					● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette   
					holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.   
					● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can   
					be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed   
					with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not   
					recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before   
					loading or unloading.   
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					● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette   
					holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape   
					or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded   
					over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out   
					or not. See page 13 for information about recording from   
					the middle of a tape.   
					Recording Mode Setting   
					Set the tape recording mode depending on your   
					preference.   
					Date/Time Settings   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch, and   
					open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder   
					fully. The POWER/CHARGE lamp w lights and the   
					camcorder is turned on.   
					The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but   
					its display can be turned on or off during playback   
					(੬ pg. 24).   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch, and   
					open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder   
					fully. The POWER/CHARGE lamp w lights and the   
					camcorder is turned on.   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“ 
					(CAMERA)” and press it.   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“REC MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears.   
					Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating the MENU/VOLUME   
					wheel # and press it. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME   
					wheel # to select “ RETURN”, and press it twice.   
					The Menu Screen closes.   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in to access   
					the Menu Screen.   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“ 
					(CAMERA DISPLAY)” and press it.   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“CLOCK ADJ.”. Press it and “month” is highlighted.   
					Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to input the   
					month. Press it. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and   
					minute. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					• “LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing   
					1.5 times the recording time.   
					NOTES:   
					● If the recording mode is switched during recording, 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.   
					● During playback of a tape recorded on another   
					camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be   
					momentary pauses in the sound.   
					“ 
					RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen   
					closes.   
					NOTE:   
					Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not   
					highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to   
					operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/   
					time parameter (month), the clock stops. When you finish   
					setting the minute and press the MENU/VOLUME wheel #   
					in, the date and time begin operation from the date and   
					time you just set.   
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					GETTING STARTED   
				Basic Recording   
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					Perform the procedures listed below before continuing.   
					● Power (੬ pg. 7)   
					● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)   
					● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)   
					● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 9)   
					● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 10)   
					1Remove the lens cap.   
					During shooting   
					) 
					2Set the Power Switch r to “ ” or “ ” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button e located on the   
					switch.   
					w 
					180°   
					90°   
					Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Press the   
					Monitor Open button t and open the LCD monitor   
					fully.   
					( 
					) 
					CHARGE   
					OFF   
					PLAY   
					Shooting while using the viewfinder: Pull out the   
					viewfinder fully.   
					• The POWER/CHARGE lamp w lights and the   
					camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.   
					“PAUSE” ^ is displayed.   
					• The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD   
					monitor and the viewfinder. See “PRIORITY” in the   
					SYSTEM Menu (੬ pg. 23).   
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					Display   
					Now   
					calculating   
					0 
					h 
					25m   
					1h30m   
					( 
					) 
					1h30m   
					1h29m   
					3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ). “   
					%, ^ appears and the tally lamp 3 lights while   
					recording is in progress.   
					” 
					Tape remaining time   
					indicator (Approximate)   
					0h03m   
					• To Stop Recording, press the Recording Start/Stop   
					Button ). The camcorder re-enters the Record-   
					Standby mode.   
					0h02m (Blinking)   
					0h01m (Blinking)   
					0h00m (Blinking)   
					To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display   
					1. Make sure the Power Switch r is set to “ ” and   
					open the LCD monitor fully, then press the MENU/   
					VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu Screen appears.   
					NOTES:   
					● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the   
					camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the   
					camcorder on again, push back and pull out the   
					viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.   
					● 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. 13).   
					2. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“ 
					(CAMERA DISPLAY)” and press it.   
					3. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“BRIGHT” and press it. The Menu Screen closes and   
					the bright level indicator 7 appears on the display.   
					• To cancel, press the MENU/VOLUME wheel #   
					again so that the bright level indicator 7 disap-   
					pears.   
					● To turn the tally lamp 3 or beep sounds off,   
					੬ pg. 23.   
					4. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # until the bright   
					level indicator 7 moves and the appropriate   
					brightness is reached, then press it. The bright level   
					indicator 7 disappears.   
					• It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the   
					viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor, pulling out   
					the viewfinder and adjusting as described above.   
					● 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.   
					● Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)   
					may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the   
					viewfinder (੬ pg. 30).   
					● When the Recording Start/Stop button ) is pressed, it   
					may take a few seconds before actual recording starts.   
					“ 
					” % starts rotating when the camcorder actually   
					starts recording.   
					● 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.   
					● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and   
					the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for   
					5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at   
					its end is loaded.   
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					TAPE RECORDING   
				Journalistic Shooting   
					Zooming   
					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).   
					To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous   
					change in image magnification.   
					Zoom In   
					Slide the Power Zoom Lever % towards “T”.   
					Zoom Out   
					Slide the Power Zoom Lever % towards “W”.   
					Self-Recording   
					Ⅲ The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever %, the   
					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.   
					quicker the zoom action.   
					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. 19), then zoom   
					in or out in Record mode.   
					Operation Mode   
					Choose the appropriate operation mode according to   
					your preference using the Power Switch r.   
					● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it can be   
					switched to 16X magnification using the optical zoom   
					(੬ pg. 21).   
					● Zoom magnification of over 16X 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 (2") to the   
					subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever % is set   
					all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in the Menu   
					Screen on page 22.   
					Power Switch Position   
					: 
					Allows you to set various recording functions using the   
					Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full   
					Auto recording, try this mode.   
					(Full Auto):   
					Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual   
					adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.   
					% 
					OFF (CHARGE):   
					Allows you to switch off the camcorder.   
					PLAY:   
					• Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.   
					• Allows you to transfer footage recorded on the tape to   
					a computer.   
					Power-Linked Operation   
					When the Power Switch r is set to “ ” or “ ”, you can   
					also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD   
					monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.   
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					TAPE RECORDING   
				Time Code   
					Normal Playback   
					During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape.   
					This code is to confirm the location of the recorded   
					scene on the tape during playback.   
					If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code   
					begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).   
					If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded   
					scene, the time code continues from the last time code   
					number.   
					1Load a tape (੬ pg. 9).   
					2Set the Power Switch r to “PLAY” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. To start   
					playback, press 4/6 6.   
					• To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press   
					4/6 6.   
					• To stop playback, press 5 4.   
					• Press   
					2 
					5 to rewind, or   
					3 
					7 to fast-forward the   
					If during recording a blank portion is left partway   
					through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When   
					recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up   
					again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may   
					record the same time codes as those existing in a   
					previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform   
					“RECORDING FROM THE MIDDLE OF A TAPE” in the   
					following cases;   
					tape during Stop mode.   
					• High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is   
					possible by pressing 5 or 7 during playback   
					(holding 5 or 7 down during playback   
					2 
					3 
					2 
					3 
					continues search until released).   
					• At any time, pressing 4/6 6 resumes normal   
					playback.   
					To Control The Speaker Volume:   
					• When shooting again after playing back a recorded   
					tape.   
					• When power shuts off during shooting.   
					• When a tape is removed and re-inserted during   
					shooting.   
					Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # so that the   
					volume level indicator i on the display moves to   
					obtain the appropriate volume.   
					• 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.   
					ATTENTION   
					During Shuttle Search, parts   
					of the picture may not be   
					clearly visible, particularly on   
					the left side of the screen.   
					Display   
					Minutes   
					Seconds   
					6 
					7 
					5 
					4 
					# 
					Frames   
					(30 frames = 1 second)   
					12 : 34 : 24   
					Frames are not displayed   
					during recording.   
					RECORDING FROM THE MIDDLE OF A TAPE   
					1Play back a tape or use Blank Search (੬ pg. 14) to   
					find the spot at which you want to start recording, then   
					engage the Still Playback mode (੬ pg. 13, “Normal   
					Playback”).   
					Speaker   
					2Set the Power Switch r to “ ” or “ ” while   
					pressing down the Lock Button e located on the   
					switch, then start recording.   
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					● The time code cannot be reset.   
					● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code   
					indication does not move smoothly.   
					Continued on next page.   
					● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is   
					set to “ON” (੬ pg. 24).   
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					TAPE RECORDING   
					TAPE PLAYBACK   
				NOTES:   
					Blank Search   
					● 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 r   
					to “OFF (CHARGE)”, then to “PLAY”.   
					Helps you find where you should start recording in the   
					middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption   
					(੬ pg. 13).   
					● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,   
					viewfinder or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 15).   
					● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD   
					monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the   
					camera body.   
					1Load a tape (੬ pg. 9).   
					2Set the Power Switch r to “PLAY” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch.   
					3Press BLANK SEARCH ^.   
					● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:   
					When power is supplied from a battery: the “   
					pack remaining power indicator is displayed.   
					When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “   
					not appear.   
					” battery   
					” does   
					• “BLANK SEARCH” e appears and the camcorder   
					automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search,   
					then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of   
					tape before the beginning of the detected blank   
					portion.   
					● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the   
					sound is not heard from the speaker.   
					● If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes,   
					the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.   
					● When 4/6 6 is pressed to engage still playback, the   
					image may not pause immediately while the camcorder   
					stabilizes the still image.   
					To cancel Blank Search midway . . .   
					..... press 5 4.   
					NOTES:   
					● In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the   
					camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the   
					current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder   
					searches in the forward direction.   
					● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING   
					REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared   
					with the tape.   
					● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during   
					Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.   
					● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape   
					may not be detected.   
					● The detected blank portion may be located between   
					recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure   
					there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.   
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				Connections   
					These are some basic types of connections. When   
					making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV   
					instruction manuals.   
					To AV &   
					1Make sure all units are turned off.   
					Connector   
					cover*   
					2Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown   
					in the illustration.   
					If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.   
					If not . . . go to step 4.   
					To   
					S-VIDEO *   
					Audio/Video   
					3Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to   
					cable   
					(provided)   
					your VCR’s instruction manual.   
					4Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.   
					5Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV   
					to its VIDEO mode.   
					S-Video cable   
					(optional)   
					Yellow to   
					VIDEO IN***   
					To choose whether or not the following displays   
					appear on the connected TV . . .   
					Red to   
					• Date/Time   
					AUDIO R IN**   
					..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the   
					Menu Screen (੬ pg. 23, 34).   
					• Time Code   
					..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu   
					Screen (੬ pg. 24).   
					White to   
					AUDIO L IN**   
					To S-VIDEO IN   
					• Indications other than date/time and time code   
					..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”, “LCD/TV” or “OFF” in   
					the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 23, 24).   
					To TV or VCR   
					VCR   
					TV   
					NOTES:   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the   
					power supply instead of the battery pack (੬ pg. 7).   
					● To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder   
					without inserting a tape, set the camcorder’s Power   
					Switch r 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.   
					* 
					When connecting the cable, open this cover.   
					** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images   
					only.   
					*** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.   
					● 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.   
					● While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV   
					connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.   
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					TAPE PLAYBACK   
				NOTES:   
					Night-Alive   
					● Program AE with special effects can be changed during   
					recording or during Record-Standby.   
					● Some modes of Program AE special effects cannot be   
					used during Night-Alive.   
					Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than 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.   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					SHUTTER   
					1/60: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a second.   
					Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV   
					screen become narrower.   
					2Press NIGHT 8 so that the Night-Alive indicator   
					“ 
					” 2 appears.   
					1/100: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a   
					second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under   
					a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced.   
					• The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide   
					up to 30 times sensitivity.   
					• “A” appears beside “   
					being automatically adjusted.   
					” 2 while the shutter speed is   
					SPORTS   
					(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000)   
					To Deactivate Night-Alive . . .   
					..... press NIGHT 8 again so that the Night-Alive   
					indicator disappears.   
					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   
					NOTES:   
					● During Night-Alive, 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. 16).   
					becomes. Use the shutter function   
					under good lighting conditions.   
					SNOW   
					• “GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu (੬ pg. 22).   
					• “DIS” in the MANUAL Menu (੬ pg. 22).   
					● During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the   
					camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual   
					focus and/or a tripod is recommended.   
					Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear   
					too dark when shooting in extremely bright surround-   
					ings such as in the snow.   
					SPOTLIGHT   
					Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear   
					too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct   
					lighting such as spotlights.   
					Program AE With Special Effects   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					NOTE:   
					“SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the exposure   
					control (੬ pg. 19).   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					TWILIGHT   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					Makes evening scenes look more natural.   
					“ 
					PROGRAM AE”, then press it.   
					White Balance (   
					੬ 
					pg. 20) is initially set to   
					, but can   
					be changed to your desired setting. WhenTwilight is   
					chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus   
					from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m   
					(32 ft), adjust the focus manually.   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					desired mode, then press it. Selection is complete.   
					Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in again. The   
					Menu Screen closes.   
					SEPIA   
					• The PROGRAM AE Menu disappears and the   
					selected mode is activated. The selected mode   
					indicator appears.   
					Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos.   
					Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.   
					To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .   
					..... select “OFF” in step 4.   
					MONOTONE   
					Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W.   
					Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the   
					“classic film” effect.   
					IMPORTANT   
					Some modes of Program AE with special effects   
					cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects   
					(੬ pg. 17). If an unusable mode is selected, its   
					indicator blinks or goes out.   
					CLASSIC FILM   
					Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.   
					STROBE   
					Your recording looks like a series of consecutive   
					snapshots.   
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					FOR RECORDING   
				FADER — WHITE   
					Fade/Wipe Effects   
					Fade in or out with a white screen.   
					These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.   
					Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to   
					the next.   
					FADER — BLACK   
					Fade in or out with a black screen.   
					Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or   
					when you stop recording.   
					FADER — B.W   
					Fade in to a color screen from a black and white   
					screen, or fade out from color to black and white.   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					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.   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					WIPE — WINDOW   
					“ 
					WIPE/FADER”, then press it.   
					The scene starts in the center of a black screen and   
					wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the   
					corners, gradually wiping out to the center.   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					desired function, then press it. Selection is complete.   
					Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in again.   
					• The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect is   
					reserved. The indicator representing the selected   
					effect appears.   
					WIPE — SLIDE   
					Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.   
					WIPE — DOOR   
					5Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ) to activate   
					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.   
					the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.   
					To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .   
					..... select “OFF” in step 4.   
					WIPE — SCROLL   
					IMPORTANT   
					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.   
					Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain   
					modes of Program AE with special effects (੬ pg. 16).   
					If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is selected, its   
					indicator blinks or goes out.   
					WIPE — SHUTTER   
					Wipe in from the center of a black screen toward the   
					top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom   
					toward the center leaving a black screen.   
					NOTE:   
					You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing   
					and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button ).   
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					FOR RECORDING   
				NOTES:   
					Snapshot (For Tape Recording)   
					● To remove the shutter sound, ੬ “BEEP” on pg. 23.   
					● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” ^ blinks   
					when SNAPSHOT $ is pressed.   
					This feature lets you record still images that look like   
					photographs onto a tape.   
					● If Program AE with special effects (੬ pg. 16) is   
					engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special   
					effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a   
					case, the icon blinks.   
					SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					● If SNAPSHOT $ is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”   
					(੬ pg. 22), the Stabilizer will be disabled.   
					● During playback as well, all Snapshot modes are   
					available. The shutter sound is not heard.   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					● During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the   
					viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no   
					effect in the recorded image.   
					● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the   
					shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is   
					recorded onto the tape.   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“ 
					(CAMERA)”, then press it.   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“SNAP MODE”, then press it.   
					5Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					Auto Focus   
					desired Snapshot mode, then press it.   
					Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers   
					continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as   
					approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity.   
					“ 
					RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen   
					closes.   
					However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the   
					situations listed below (in these cases use manual   
					focusing):   
					• When two subjects overlap in the same scene.   
					• When illumination is low.*   
					• When the subject has no contrast (difference in   
					brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color   
					wall, or a clear, blue sky.*   
					FULL   
					Snapshot mode   
					with no frame   
					PIN-UP   
					Pin-Up mode   
					FRAME   
					Snapshot mode   
					with frame   
					• When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*   
					• When the scene contains minute patterns or identical   
					patterns that are regularly repeated.   
					There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.   
					• 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 back-   
					ground.   
					SNAPSHOT RECORDING   
					1Press SNAPSHOT $. “PHOTO” ^ appears while   
					the snapshot is being taken.   
					* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:   
					If you press during Record-Standby . . .   
					..... “PHOTO” ^ appears and a still image will be   
					recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the   
					, 
					, 
					and   
					NOTES:   
					camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.   
					● 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.   
					If you press during Recording . . .   
					..... “PHOTO” ^ appears and a still image will be   
					recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal   
					recording resumes.   
					● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first   
					(੬ pg. 12). 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” (੬ pg. 22) is activated.   
					• Regardless of the Power Switch r position (“ ” or   
					“ 
					”), Snapshot recording takes place using the   
					selected Snapshot mode.   
					Motor Drive Mode   
					Keeping SNAPSHOT $ pressed provides an effect   
					similar to serial photography. (Interval between still   
					images: approx. 1 second)   
					EN   
					18   
					FOR RECORDING   
				Manual Focus   
					To obtain correct focus.   
					Exposure Control   
					Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the   
					following situations:   
					1If you are using the viewfinder, you should already   
					have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments   
					(੬ pg. 8).   
					• When shooting using reverse lighting or when the   
					background is too bright.   
					• 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.   
					2Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch, then   
					press FOCUS ^ (੬ pgs. 36 and 37). The manual   
					focus indicator appears.   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					3To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU/   
					VOLUME wheel # towards “+”. “ ” ) appears and   
					blinks.   
					To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU/   
					VOLUME wheel # towards “–”. “ ” ) appears and   
					blinks.   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“ 
					(EXPOSURE)”, then press it.   
					4Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. Focus   
					adjustment is complete.   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“MANUAL”, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears.   
					The exposure control indicator appears.   
					To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS ^ twice or set   
					the Power Switch r to “ ”.   
					If FOCUS ^ is pressed once, the camcorder will enter   
					the focus adjustment mode again.   
					5Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # towards “+” to   
					brighten the image, or towards “–” to darken the image.   
					(maximum 6)   
					NOTES:   
					● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto   
					position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you   
					focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply   
					focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up   
					because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal   
					lengths.   
					6Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. Exposure   
					adjustment is complete.   
					To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .   
					..... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch   
					r to “ ”.   
					● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or   
					closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.   
					To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .   
					..... press BACKLIGHT 9.   
					4 is displayed and the   
					subject is brightened. If pressed again,   
					4 
					disappears and the brightness returns to the   
					previous level.   
					• +3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT   
					Button 9.   
					• Using BACKLIGHT 9 may cause the light around the   
					subject to become too bright and the subject to   
					become white.   
					Focus detection zone   
					• Backlight compensations is also available when the   
					Power Switch r is set to “ ”.   
					NOTE:   
					You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same   
					time with backlight, spotlight (੬ pg. 16) compensation and   
					“SNOW” (੬ pg. 16).   
					While focusing on   
					a further subject   
					While focusing on   
					a nearer subject   
					EN   
					19   
					FOR RECORDING   
				3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					(W.BALANCE)”, then press it.   
					Iris Lock   
					“ 
					Use this function in the following situations:   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					• When shooting a moving subject.   
					desired mode.   
					• 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.   
					“AUTO”: White balance is adjusted automatically   
					(factory preset).   
					“ 
					“ 
					“ 
					“ 
					MWB”: White balance is set manually.   
					FINE”: Outdoors on a sunny day.   
					CLOUD”: Outdoors on a cloudy day.   
					HALOGEN”: A video light or similar type of lighting   
					When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even   
					when the subject moves away from you, the image will   
					not darken or brighten.   
					is used.   
					5Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. Selection is   
					complete. Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in   
					again. The Menu Screen closes and the selected mode   
					indicator except “AUTO” appears.   
					Before the following steps, perform steps 1   
					through 4 of “Exposure Control” (੬ pg. 19).   
					5Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor   
					or the viewfinder, then press and hold the MENU/   
					VOLUME wheel # for over 2 seconds. The exposure   
					control indicator 4 and “ ” 6 appear. Press the   
					To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .   
					..... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch   
					r to “ ”.   
					NOTE:   
					MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. “ ” 6 changes to “   
					” 
					White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone   
					and the iris is locked.   
					(੬ pg. 16) is activated.   
					To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .   
					..... rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to display   
					“AUTO” then press it in step 4. The exposure   
					Manual White Balance Operation   
					control indicator 4 and “ ” 6 disappear. Or, set   
					the Power Switch r to “ ”.   
					Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under   
					various types of lighting.   
					To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .   
					..... after step 4 of “Exposure Control” (੬ pg. 19),   
					adjust the exposure rotating the MENU/VOLUME   
					wheel #. Then lock the iris in step 5 of “Iris Lock”.   
					For automatic locking, rotate the MENU/VOLUME   
					wheel # to select “AUTO”, then press it in step 4.   
					The iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.   
					1Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance   
					adjustment, and select “   
					MWB”.   
					2Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the lens.   
					Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper   
					fills the screen.   
					3Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in until   
					Iris   
					begins blinking rapidly.   
					Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-lit   
					environments to keep too much light from entering, and   
					dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.   
					When the setting is completed,   
					blinking.   
					resumes normal   
					4Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in twice. The   
					Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance   
					White Balance Adjustment   
					indicator   
					3 is displayed.   
					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.   
					The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.   
					However, more advanced camcorder operators control   
					this function manually to achieve a more professional   
					color/tint reproduction.   
					NOTES:   
					● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In   
					such a case, adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 19).   
					● 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.   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					● Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is   
					retained even if the power is turned off or the battery   
					removed.   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					EN   
					20   
					FOR RECORDING   
				WIPE/FADER   
					Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (੬ pg. 17).   
					PROGRAM AE   
					For Recording Menu   
					This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,   
					on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the   
					more detailed camcorder settings (੬ pg. 21 – 24).   
					Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 16).   
					EXPOSURE   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “ ” while pressing   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch. Open   
					the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.   
					Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (੬ pg. 19,   
					20).   
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					W.BALANCE   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					desired function menu, and press it.   
					Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual   
					White Balance Operation” (੬ pg. 20).   
					4Function menu setting depends on the function.   
					CAMERA   
					If you have selected “   
					WIPE/FADER”,   
					EXPOSURE” or   
					“ 
					“ 
					PROGRAM AE”, “   
					W. BALANCE” . . .   
					Settings made in the “   
					effective whether the Power Switch r is set to “ ” or   
					”. However, the menu settings can be changed only   
					CAMERA” Menu remain   
					..... see the column on the right.   
					If you have selected “ CAMERA”, “   
					SYSTEM” or “ CAMERA DISPLAY” . . .   
					..... go to step 5.   
					“ 
					MANUAL”,   
					when the Power Switch r is set to “ ”.   
					“ 
					CAMERA   
					REC MODE   
					– 
					5Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears.   
					Then, rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					the parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.   
					SOUND MODE– 12B I T   
					ZOOM   
					SNAP MODE   
					GA I N UP   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					40X   
					FULL   
					AGC   
					6Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					“ 
					RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen   
					RETURN   
					closes.   
					• The   
					icon represents “END”.   
					REC MODE   
					NOTE:   
					Allows you to set the tape recording mode ([SP] or   
					LP) depending on your preference (੬ pg. 10).   
					When the Menu Screen is left on for a couple of minutes, a   
					residual image may be left on the screen and it may take   
					several seconds for the residual image to disappear. This is   
					not due to any defect of the unit.   
					SOUND MODE   
					[12BIT]: Enables tape 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 tape recording of stereo sound on   
					two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz   
					mode of previous models)   
					ZOOM   
					16X: When set to “16X” while using digital zoom, the   
					zoom magnification will reset to 16X since digital   
					zoom will be disengaged.   
					[40X]: 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 40X digital magnification.   
					700X: 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 700X digital magnification.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					EN   
					21   
					USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT   
				SNAP MODE   
					TELE MACRO   
					Refer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” (੬ pg. 18).   
					[OFF]: To turn off this function.   
					ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens   
					is in focus depends on the zoom magnification.   
					Unless there is a distance more than 1m (3.3 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 (2 ft.).   
					GAIN UP   
					OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture   
					brightness adjustment.   
					[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but   
					the image is bright.   
					AUTO   
					: The shutter speed is automatically   
					adjusted (1/30 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a subject in   
					low or poor lighting at 1/30 sec. shutter speed   
					provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but   
					the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural.   
					The overall appearance may be grainy. While the   
					• Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go   
					out of focus.   
					WIDE MODE   
					[OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio.   
					For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.   
					shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, “   
					is displayed.   
					” 
					CINEMA   
					: Inserts black bands at the top and   
					bottom of the screen. During playback on   
					wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and   
					bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio   
					MANUAL   
					The “   
					MANUAL” settings are effective only when the   
					Power Switch r is set to “ ”.   
					becomes 16:9.   
					@ appears. 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 letterboxed 16:9 movie.   
					MANUAL   
					D I S   
					– 
					ON   
					TELE MACRO– OFF   
					WI DE MODE   
					WI ND CUT   
					– 
					– 
					OFF   
					OFF   
					SQUEEZE   
					ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the   
					screen without distortion. @ 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.   
					: For playback on TVs with an aspect   
					RETURN   
					DIS   
					OFF: To turn off this function.   
					WIND CUT   
					[ON   
					]: To compensate for unstable images caused   
					by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.   
					[OFF]: Disengages the function which cuts down on   
					noise created by wind.   
					NOTES:   
					ON   
					: Helps cut down on noise created by wind.   
					● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake   
					is excessive, or under the following conditions:   
					• When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal   
					stripes.   
					“ 
					” & appears. The quality of the sound will   
					change. This is normal.   
					• When shooting dark or dim subjects.   
					• When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.   
					• When shooting scenes with movement in various   
					directions.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					• When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.   
					● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder   
					on a tripod.   
					● The “   
					cannot be used.   
					” indicator 8 blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer   
					EN   
					22   
					USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT   
				SYSTEM   
					PRIORITY   
					[LCD]: When the LCD monitor is fully open, even if   
					the viewfinder is pulled out, the image is displayed   
					only on the LCD monitor; it will not be displayed in the   
					viewfinder.   
					“ 
					SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power   
					Switch r is set to “ ” are also applied when the   
					Power Switch r is set to “PLAY” (੬ pg. 24).   
					SYSTEM   
					FINDER: When the viewfinder is pulled out, even if   
					the LCD monitor is fully open, the image is displayed   
					only in the viewfinder; it will not be displayed on the   
					LCD monitor.   
					BEEP   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					– 
					– 
					MELODY   
					ON   
					TALLY   
					REMOTE   
					ON   
					DEMO MODE   
					PR I OR I TY   
					CAM RESET   
					ON   
					LCD   
					CAM RESET   
					[CANCEL]: Does not reset all settings to the   
					factory-preset.   
					RETURN   
					EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset.   
					BEEP   
					CAMERA DISPLAY   
					OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter   
					sound is recorded on the tape.   
					• Settings made in the “   
					CAMERA DISPLAY” Menu   
					are effective only for video shooting.   
					BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on   
					or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also   
					to activate the shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 18).   
					• Settings made in the “   
					CAMERA DISPLAY” Menu   
					remain effective even when the Power Switch r is   
					set to “ ”. However, the menu settings can be   
					changed only when the Power Switch r is set to   
					[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds   
					when any operation is performed. It also activates the   
					shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 18).   
					“ 
					”.   
					CAMERA D I SPLAY   
					TALLY   
					BR I GHT   
					ON SCREEN   
					DATE / T I ME   
					T I ME CODE   
					CLOCK   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					LCD / TV   
					AUTO   
					OFF: The tally lamp remains off at all times.   
					OFF   
					[ON]: The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of   
					recording.   
					DEC 25 ’03   
					5 : 30 PM   
					ADJ .   
					REMOTE   
					RETURN   
					It is recommended that this function be set to “OFF”   
					to prevent improper operation.   
					DEMO MODE   
					BRIGHT   
					OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place.   
					੬ pg. 11, “To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display”   
					[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:   
					ON SCREEN   
					LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date,   
					time and time code) from appearing on the connected   
					TV screen.   
					• 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 r is set to “ ” or “ ” .   
					[LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorder’s display appear on   
					screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.   
					DATE/TIME   
					OFF: The date/time does not appear.   
					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.   
					[AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5   
					seconds in the following cases:   
					• When the Power Switch r is set from “OFF   
					(CHARGE)” to “ ” or “ ”.   
					NOTES:   
					• When tape playback starts. The camcorder displays   
					the date/time when scenes are recorded.   
					• When the date is changed during tape playback.   
					● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be   
					turned on.   
					● “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder   
					power is turned off.   
					ON: The date/time is always displayed.   
					● If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not   
					be available. After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					EN   
					23   
					USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT   
				TIME CODE   
					SYSTEM   
					[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.   
					SYSTEM   
					ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on   
					the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed   
					during recording.   
					BEEP   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					– 
					– 
					MELODY   
					TALLY   
					ON   
					REMOTE   
					ON   
					DEMO MODE   
					PR I OR I TY   
					CAM RESET   
					ON   
					LCD   
					CLOCK ADJ.   
					Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 10).   
					RETURN   
					For Playback Menu   
					1Set the Power Switch r to “PLAY” while pressing   
					Each setting is linked with “   
					appears when the Power Switch r is set to “   
					(੬ pg. 23).   
					The parameters are the same as in the description on   
					pg. 23.   
					SYSTEM”, which   
					down the Lock Button e located on the switch.   
					” 
					2Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel # in. The Menu   
					Screen appears.   
					3Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					VIDEO DISPLAY   
					desired function menu, and press it.   
					• Settings made in the “   
					effective only for tape playback.   
					VIDEO DISPLAY” Menu are   
					4Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					desired function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.   
					V I DEO D I SPLAY   
					BR I GHT   
					5Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select the   
					desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete.   
					ON SC   
					DATE / T I ME   
					T I M COD   
					R 
					EEN   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					LCD   
					O 
					FF   
					6Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel # to select   
					E 
					E 
					OFF   
					“ 
					RETURN” and press it twice to close the Menu   
					Screen.   
					RETURN   
					VIDEO   
					V I DEO   
					BRIGHT   
					, 
					DATE/TIME   
					, 
					TIME CODE   
					SOUND MODE   
					– 
					– 
					– 
					STEREO   
					SOUND   
					12B I T MODE   
					REC MODE   
					1 
					Refer to “   
					CAMERA DISPLAY” on page 23, 24.   
					The factory-preset of “DATE/TIME” in the “   
					DISPLAY” Menu is “OFF”.   
					VIDEO   
					ON SCREEN   
					OFF: Camcorder's display (except the date, time and   
					time code) is not shown on LCD or connected TV.   
					[LCD]: Camcorder's display is shown only on LCD   
					and not on connected TV (except the date, time and   
					time code).   
					LCD/TV: Camcorder's display is shown on both LCD   
					and connected TV.   
					RETURN   
					SOUND MODE   
					12BIT MODE   
					REC MODE   
					........੬ pg. 25, “Playback Sound”.   
					........੬ pg. 25, “Display”.   
					Allows you to set the tape recording mode ([SP] or   
					LP) depending on your preference (੬ pg. 10).   
					It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in the   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					“ 
					VIDEO” Menu when using this camcorder as a   
					recorder during dubbing (੬ pg. 27).   
					• “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch r is   
					set to “PLAY” or “ ” (੬ pg. 21).   
					EN   
					24   
					USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT   
				Playback Sound   
					Display   
					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 pg. 24, select “SOUND MODE” or   
					“12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the   
					desired parameter.   
					4 
					6 
					12b i   
					L 
					t 
					/ SOUND   
					1 
					ON SCREEN setting:   
					For playback sound,   
					tape speed and tape   
					running.   
					SOUND MODE   
					DATE/TIME setting:   
					For date/time.   
					[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.   
					DEC 25 ’ 03   
					5 : 30 PM   
					12BIT MODE   
					MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and   
					output in stereo on both “L” and “R” channels.   
					TIME CODE setting:   
					For time code.   
					[SOUND 1]: Original sound is output on both “L” and   
					“R” channels in stereo.   
					Minutes   
					Seconds   
					SOUND 2: Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and   
					“R” channels in stereo.   
					Frames*   
					12 : 34 : 24   
					NOTES:   
					* 30 frames = 1 second   
					• The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which   
					the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind.   
					During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper   
					left corner.   
					• The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit   
					and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions, “12-bit” is   
					called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)   
					[ ] = Factory-preset   
					EN   
					25   
					USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT   
				Dubbing To A VCR   
					6 
					To Use This Camcorder As A Player   
					1Following the illustration, connect the camcorder   
					and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 15.   
					2Set the camcorder’s Power Switch r to “PLAY”   
					while pressing down the Lock Button e located on the   
					switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the   
					appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.   
					To AV &   
					Connector   
					cover*   
					3Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.   
					4Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot   
					just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press   
					4/6 6 on the camcorder.   
					To   
					5Press 4/6 6 on the camcorder and engage the   
					Audio/Video   
					S-VIDEO *   
					cable   
					VCR’s Record mode.   
					(provided)   
					6Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press   
					4/6 6 on the camcorder.   
					Yellow to   
					VIDEO** IN   
					7Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then   
					S-Video cable   
					(optional)   
					stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.   
					Red to   
					AUDIO R IN   
					NOTES:   
					● As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear   
					on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the AUX   
					channel for dubbing purposes.   
					● Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications   
					do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they are   
					being recorded onto the new tape.   
					White to   
					AUDIO L IN   
					To   
					S-VIDEO IN   
					To choose whether or not the following displays   
					appear on the connected TV . . .   
					TV   
					VCR   
					• Date/Time   
					..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the   
					Menu Screen (੬ pg. 23, 24).   
					• Time Code   
					* When connecting the cable, open this cover.   
					** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.   
					..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu   
					Screen (੬ pg. 24).   
					• Indications other than date/time and time code   
					..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”, “LCD/TV” or “OFF” in   
					the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 23, 24).   
					EN   
					26   
					DUBBING   
				5. Press the Recording Start/Stop button ) to start   
					recording. % rotates.   
					Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit   
					Equipped With A DV Connector   
					(Digital Dubbing)   
					6. Press the Recording Start/Stop button ) again to   
					engage the Record-Pause mode.   
					rotating.   
					% stops   
					It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from this   
					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.   
					NOTES:   
					● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded   
					on the original tape, regardless of the current “SOUND   
					MODE” setting (੬ pg. 21).   
					To Use This Camcorder As A Player   
					● During Digital Dubbing, incoming signals cannot be   
					output through the video or audio connectors if they are   
					copy-guarded.   
					1Make sure all units are turned off. Connect this   
					camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input   
					connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.   
					2Set this camcorder’s Power Switch r to “PLAY”   
					while pressing down the Lock Button e located on the   
					switch, turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the   
					appropriate cassettes in this camcorder and the video   
					unit.   
					6 
					) 
					3Press   
					4 
					6 to play back the source tape.   
					4While watching the playback on the monitor, engage   
					the DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode   
					from the spot on the source tape you want to begin   
					recording.   
					To DV 0   
					NOTES:   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the   
					power supply instead of the battery pack (੬ pg. 7).   
					● If the remote control is used when both the player and   
					recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the   
					same operation. To prevent this from happening, press   
					the buttons on both units.   
					● 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.   
					e 
					( 
					) 
					CHARGE   
					OFF   
					PLAY   
					Core filter   
					DV cable   
					(optional)   
					r 
					Core filter   
					● 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.   
					● If “Snapshot” is attempted during playback, only the   
					original playback image recorded on the tape is output   
					from the DV connector 0.   
					To DV   
					IN/OUT   
					Video unit equipped   
					with DV connector   
					● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional   
					JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.   
					To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder   
					1. Set this camcorder’s Power Switch r to “PLAY”   
					while pressing down the Lock Button e located on   
					the switch.   
					2. Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu   
					Screen (੬ pg. 24).   
					3. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration   
					and load a cassette to record on.   
					4. Press the Recording Start/Stop button ) to   
					DV. IN   
					engage the Record-Pause mode. “   
					on the screen.   
					” appears   
					EN   
					27   
					DUBBING   
				Connection To A Personal Computer   
					r 
					It is possible to transfer video to a PC with a DV   
					connector by using software equipped with the PC or   
					commercially available software.   
					( 
					) 
					CHARGE   
					OFF   
					PLAY   
					1Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.   
					2Connect the camcorder to your PC using the   
					appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.   
					3Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch r to “PLAY”   
					while pressing down the Lock Button e located on the   
					switch and turn on the PC.   
					• Refer to the instruction manual of the software on how   
					to transfer video to the PC.   
					To DV 0   
					4When finished, turn off the PC first, then the   
					camcorder.   
					NOTES:   
					Core filter   
					Core filter   
					● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the   
					power supply instead of the battery pack (੬ pg. 7).   
					● The date/time information cannot be captured into the   
					PC.   
					DV cable   
					(optional)   
					● 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.   
					● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional   
					JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depend-   
					ing on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the   
					PC.   
					To DV   
					connector   
					● The system may not work properly depending on the PC   
					or capture board you are using.   
					● When using the DV connection refer to manufacturer   
					instructions of your capture board for driver’s installation   
					and operation instructions.   
					PC with DV connector   
					EN   
					28   
					SYSTEM CONNECTIONS   
				Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the   
					following to see if you can correct the problem yourself.   
					The focus does not adjust automatically.   
					• Focus is set to the Manual mode.   
					¥ Set Focus to the Auto mode (੬ pg. 19).   
					• The recording was done in a dark place, or the   
					contrast was low.   
					• The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.   
					¥ Clean the lens and check the focus again   
					(੬ pg. 34).   
					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.   
					The cassette will not load properly.   
					• The cassette is in the wrong position.   
					¥ Set it in the right position (੬ pg. 9).   
					• The battery’s charge is low.   
					No power is supplied.   
					• The power is not connected properly.   
					¥ Connect the AC Adapter securely (੬ pg. 7).   
					• The battery is dead.   
					¥ Install a fully charged battery (੬ pg. 7, 8).   
					Snapshot mode cannot be used.   
					¥ Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one   
					(੬ pg. 7, 8).   
					• The Squeeze mode is selected.   
					¥ Disengage the Squeeze mode (੬ pg. 22).   
					“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.   
					The color of Snapshot looks strange.   
					• The date/time is not set.   
					¥ Set the date/time (੬ pg. 10).   
					• The built-in clock battery has run out and the   
					previously set date/time has been erased.   
					• The light source or the subject does not include white.   
					Or there are various different light sources behind the   
					subject.   
					¥ Find a white subject and compose your shot so that   
					it also appears in the frame (੬ pg. 18).   
					¥ Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.   
					• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.   
					¥ Turn off Sepia and Monotone (੬ pg. 16).   
					Recording cannot be performed.   
					• The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.   
					¥ Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”   
					The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.   
					(੬ pg. 9).   
					• Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.   
					• The Power Switch r is set to “PLAY” or “OFF   
					¥ Press the BACKLIGHT Button 9 (੬ pg. 19).   
					(CHARGE)”.   
					The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.   
					• The subject is too bright.   
					¥ Set “PROGRAM AE” to “SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu   
					Screen (੬ pg. 16).   
					¥ Set the Power Switch r to “ ” or “ ” (੬ pg. 12).   
					• “TAPE END” appears.   
					¥ Replace with new cassette (੬ pg. 9).   
					• The cassette holder cover is open.   
					¥ Close the cassette holder cover.   
					Digital Zoom does not work.   
					• 16X optical zoom is selected.   
					¥ Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or “700X” in the Menu Screen   
					(੬ pg. 21).   
					There is no picture.   
					• The camcorder is not getting power, or some other   
					malfunction exists.   
					¥ Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again   
					(੬ pg. 12).   
					EN   
					29   
					TROUBLESHOOTING   
				Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or   
					whitish.   
					The Black & White Fader does not work.   
					• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.   
					• In places subject to low temperature, images become   
					dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor.   
					When this happens, the displayed colors differ from   
					those that are actually recorded. This is not a defect of   
					the camcorder.   
					• When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the   
					end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor   
					become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					¥ Turn off Sepia and Monotone (੬ pg. 16).   
					The image looks like the shutter speed is too   
					slow.   
					• When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly   
					sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” in   
					the Menu Screen.   
					¥ If you want the lighting to look more natural, set   
					“GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen   
					(੬ pg. 22).   
					¥ Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor   
					(੬ pg. 11).   
					The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.   
					White Balance cannot be activated.   
					• The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it   
					to become hot.   
					¥ Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power   
					Switch r to “OFF (CHARGE)”, and let the unit cool   
					down.   
					• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.   
					¥ Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White   
					Balance (੬ pg. 16, 20).   
					When shooting a subject illuminated by bright   
					light, vertical lines appear.   
					• This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is   
					not a malfunction.   
					The indicators and the image color on the   
					LCD monitor are not clear.   
					• This may occur when the surface or the edge of the   
					LCD monitor is pressed.   
					When the screen is under direct sunlight   
					during shooting, the screen becomes red or   
					black for an instant.   
					The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications   
					blink.   
					• This is not a malfunction.   
					• Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain modes of Program   
					AE with special effects, “DIS” and other functions that   
					cannot be used together are selected at the same   
					time.   
					¥ Re-read the sections covering Fade/Wipe effects,   
					Program AE with special effects and “DIS”   
					(੬ pg. 16, 17, 22).   
					The date/time does not appear.   
					• “DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.   
					¥ Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in the Menu Screen   
					(੬ pg. 23, 24).   
					Time code does not appear.   
					• “TIME CODE” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.   
					¥ Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the Menu Screen   
					(੬ pg. 24).   
					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 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 %)   
					During recording, sound cannot be heard.   
					• This is normal.   
					Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do   
					not work.   
					• The Power Switch r is set to “ ” or “ ”.   
					¥ Set the Power Switch r to “PLAY” (੬ pg. 13).   
					EN   
					30   
					TROUBLESHOOTING   
				The charger indicator on the camcorder does   
					not light.   
					• The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low.   
					• Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely   
					high/low temperatures.   
					¥ To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge   
					it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C   
					(50°F to 95°F) (੬ pg. 32).   
					The LCD monitor image is distorted.   
					• During playback of the unrecorded portion,   
					High-speed Search and still playback, LCD monitor   
					indications appear distorted. This is not a defect.   
					Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.   
					• The speaker volume is too great.   
					¥ Turn the speaker volume down (੬ pg. 13).   
					Blocks of noise appear during playback, or   
					there is no playback picture and the screen   
					becomes blue.   
					¥ Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning   
					cassette (੬ pg. 33).   
					When the image is printed from the printer, a   
					black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.   
					• This is not a malfunction.   
					¥ By recording with “DIS” activated (੬ pg. 22) this   
					can be avoided.   
					The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens   
					have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).   
					When the camcorder is connected via the DV   
					connector, the camcorder does not operate.   
					¥ Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly   
					can cause damage (੬ pg. 34).   
					• The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power   
					turned on.   
					¥ Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again, then   
					operate it.   
					An unusual mark appears.   
					¥ Check the section of the manual that explains LCD   
					monitor/viewfinder indications (੬ pg. 36 – 38).   
					An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears.   
					• A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case   
					the camcorder’s functions become unusable.   
					¥ Remove the power supply (battery pack, etc.) and   
					wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it   
					does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the   
					indication remains even though you repeat the   
					above two or three times, please consult your   
					nearest JVC dealer. Do not eject the cassette. This   
					will cause damage to the tape.   
					An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.   
					• A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case   
					the camcorder’s functions become unusable.   
					¥ 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 even   
					though you repeat the above two or three times,   
					please consult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					EN   
					31   
					TROUBLESHOOTING   
				NOTES:   
					AC Adapter   
					● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after   
					charging, or after use.   
					Temperature Range Specifications   
					When using the AC Adapter in areas other than   
					the USA   
					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)   
					Ⅲ The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage   
					selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.   
					● Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C   
					(68°F).   
					● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.   
					USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER   
					In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC   
					wall outlet other than American National Standard C73   
					series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens   
					Plug”, as shown.   
					Cassettes   
					For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC   
					dealer.   
					To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to   
					read the following cautions:   
					1. During use . . .   
					Plug adapter   
					... 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.   
					Ⅲ If there is dust or dirt on the AC Adapter, wipe it   
					clean before using.   
					... 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.   
					2. 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).   
					Battery Packs   
					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:   
					1. To avoid hazards . . .   
					Terminals   
					... do not burn.   
					... 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.   
					... vertically, in their original cases.   
					... do not expose the battery to temperatures   
					exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the   
					battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.   
					... use only specified chargers.   
					LCD Monitor   
					1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,   
					DO NOT . . .   
					2. 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 following chart.   
					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.   
					... push it strongly or apply any shocks.   
					... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the   
					bottom.   
					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:   
					• 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.   
					... remove from charger or powered unit when not in   
					use, as some machines use current even when   
					switched off.   
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					32   
					CAUTIONS   
				5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:   
					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.   
					... 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 . . .   
					• 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 places subject to excessive humidity or dust.   
					... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a   
					cooking stove.   
					... 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 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.   
					If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems   
					still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.   
					... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or   
					104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)   
					temperatures.   
					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.   
					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.   
					... in a closed car in summer.   
					... near a heater.   
					4. 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.   
					... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects   
					for long periods.   
					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.   
					... expose the lens to direct sunlight.   
					... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the   
					viewfinder.   
					... swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap   
					or the grip.   
					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.   
					EN   
					33   
					CAUTIONS   
				For Your Maintenance   
					1) After Use   
					This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.   
					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.   
					1. Turn off the camcorder.   
					2. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT o in the direction   
					of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover   
					open until it locks. The cassette holder opens   
					automatically. 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 generates, uses, and can radiate radio   
					frequency energy and, if not installed and used in   
					accordance 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   
					equipment 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 equipment   
					and receiver.   
					3. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.   
					• Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes   
					automatically. Wait until it recedes completely   
					before closing the cassette holder cover.   
					4. Tilt the viewfinder upward. Press BATT.   
					RELEASE i and remove the battery pack.   
					2) Cleaning The Camcorder   
					1. 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.   
					2. Open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft   
					cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.   
					Close the LCD monitor.   
					3. To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,   
					then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.   
					NOTES:   
					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.   
					● 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.   
					● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.   
					● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to   
					the cautions of each product.   
					This Class B digital apparatus complies with   
					Canadian ICES-003.   
					Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme   
					à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.   
					EN   
					34   
					CAUTIONS   
				Connectors   
					Camcorder   
					S-Video   
					Output   
					General   
					: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog   
					C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog   
					Power supply   
					: 
					DC 11.0 V   
					DC 7.2 V   
					(Using AC Adapter)   
					(Using battery pack)   
					AV   
					Power consumption   
					LCD monitor off,   
					viewfinder on : Approx. 3.4 W   
					LCD monitor on,   
					viewfinder off : Approx. 4.7 W   
					Dimensions   
					(W x H x D)   
					Video output   
					Audio output   
					: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog   
					: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog,   
					stereo   
					DV   
					Output   
					Input   
					: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant   
					: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant   
					: 76 mm x 94 mm x 143 mm   
					(3" x 3-3/4" x 5-11/16")   
					(with the LCD monitor closed and   
					the viewfinder pushed back in)   
					AC Adapter   
					Weight   
					Operating   
					temperature   
					Operating   
					humidity   
					: Approx. 550 g (1.3 lbs)   
					: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)   
					: 35% to 80%   
					Power requirement   
					U.S.A. and   
					Canada   
					: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz   
					Other countries : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz   
					Output : DC 11 V , 1 A   
					Storage   
					temperature   
					Pickup   
					Lens   
					: –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)   
					: 1/6" CCD   
					: F 1.6, f = 2.7 mm to 43.2 mm,   
					16:1 power zoom lens   
					Filter diameter   
					LCD monitor   
					: ø37 mm   
					: 3.5" diagonally measured, LCD   
					panel/TFT active matrix system   
					Viewfinder   
					Speaker   
					: Electronic viewfinder with 0.24"   
					black/white LCD   
					: Monaural   
					Digital Video Camera   
					Format   
					Signal format   
					Recording/   
					: DV format (SD mode)   
					: NTSC standard   
					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 : SP : 80 min.   
					(using 80 min.   
					cassette)   
					LP : 120 min.   
					Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject   
					to change without notice.   
					EN   
					35   
					SPECIFICATIONS   
				Controls, Connectors And Indicators   
					Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.   
					1 
					4 5 6 7   
					LCD monitor   
					Stereo   
					microphone   
					2 
					3 
					Viewfinder   
					8 9 0   
					! 
					@ 
					Speaker   
					# $ %   
					^ &   
					* 
					( 
					t 
					) 
					q 
					r 
					y 
					u 
					i 
					w 
					e 
					( 
					) 
					CHARGE   
					OFF   
					PLAY   
					o 
					LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications   
					During Tape Recording   
					During Tape Playback   
					0 
					9 
					! 
					@ 
					# 
					$ 
					w 
					e 
					r 
					t 
					1h50m   
					12b i t   
					L 
					/ 
					SOUND   
					1 
					4 
					6 
					1 
					40   
					x 
					W 
					T 
					% 
					& 
					REC   
					2 
					3 
					5 
					7 
					8 
					^ 
					* 
					BLANK SEARCH   
					4 
					6 
					3 
					SOUND 12b i t   
					15 : 55   
					VOLUME   
					y 
					DEC 25 ’ 03   
					10 : 00 AM   
					DEC 25 ’ 03   
					10 : 00 AM   
					116 : 21 : 24   
					q 
					) 
					( 
					o 
					i 
					u 
					EN   
					36   
					INDEX   
				5 Displays the selected Program AE with special   
					1 Camera Sensor   
					Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor   
					necessary for shooting is built-in here.   
					effects ........................................................ ੬ pg. 16   
					6 Appears when the iris is locked ................. ੬ pg. 20   
					2 Grip Strap .................................................... ੬ pg. 8   
					3 Tally Lamp ........................................... ੬ pg. 11, 23   
					4 Stop Button [5] ......................................... ੬ pg. 13   
					5 Rewind Button [2] .................................. ੬ pg. 13   
					6 Play/Pause Button [4/6]........................... ੬ pg. 13   
					7 Fast-Forward Button [3] ......................... ੬ pg. 13   
					8 NIGHT Button ............................................ ੬ pg. 16   
					9 BACKLIGHT Button................................... ੬ pg. 19   
					0 Digital Video Connector [DV] (i.Link*) ... ੬ pg. 27, 28   
					7 • SOUND : Displays the sound mode for approx.   
					5 seconds after turning on the   
					camcorder .............................. ੬ pg. 21   
					• BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the   
					LCD monitor ........................... ੬ pg. 11   
					8 Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) is   
					engaged .................................................... ੬ pg. 22   
					9 Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during zooming   
					.................................................................. ੬ pg. 12   
					0 Appears during zooming   
					Zoom level indicator ............................ 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.   
					! Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect .... ੬ pg. 17   
					@ Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode   
					! Battery Pack Mount ..................................... ੬ pg. 7   
					.................................................................. ੬ pg. 22   
					@ DC Input Connector .................................... ੬ pg. 7 # Displays the recording mode (SP or LP) ... ੬ pg. 10   
					# • MENU Wheel [+, –] ................................. ੬ pg. 21   
					• Speaker Volume Control [VOLUME]........ ੬ pg. 13   
					$ Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ................. ੬ pg. 18   
					% Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ........................... ੬ pg. 12   
					^ • FOCUS Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 19   
					• BLANK SEARCH Button ......................... ੬ pg. 14   
					$ Displays the tape remaining time .............. ੬ pg. 11   
					% Rotates while the tape is running .............. ੬ pg. 11   
					^ • “REC” appears during recording   
					• “PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode   
					................................................................ ੬ pg. 11   
					• “PHOTO” appears when taking a Snapshot   
					................................................................ ੬ pg. 18   
					& Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] .... ੬ pg. 15, 26   
					* S-Video Output Connector   
					[S-VIDEO] ........................................... ੬ pg. 15, 26   
					& Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut   
					down on noise created by wind ................. ੬ pg. 22   
					* Displays the battery remaining power level   
					( Diopter Adjustment Control ......................... ੬ pg. 8   
					) Recording Start/Stop Button ..................... ੬ pg. 11   
					q Shoulder Strap Eyelets................................ ੬ pg. 9   
					w POWER/CHARGE Lamp ................ ੬ pg. 7, 11, 12   
					e Lock Button ............................................... ੬ pg. 12   
					r Power Switch   
					.................................................................. ੬ pg. 38   
					( Displays the date/time ................... ੬ pg. 10, 23, 25   
					) Appears when the focus is adjusted manually   
					............................................................ ੬ pg. 18, 19   
					q Displays the Time Code ...................... ੬ pg. 13, 24   
					w Displays the sound mode .................... ੬ pg. 24, 25   
					e Displays the Blank Search mode .............. ੬ pg. 14   
					r Displays the tape speed ............................ ੬ pg. 10   
					t Appears while a tape is running   
					[ 
					, 
					, PLAY, OFF (CHARGE)] .............. ੬ pg. 12   
					t Monitor Open Button ................................. ੬ pg. 11   
					y Stud Hole .................................................... ੬ pg. 9   
					u Tripod Mounting Socket ............................... ੬ pg. 9   
					i Battery Release Button [BATT. RELEASE] .....੬ pg. 7   
					o OPEN/EJECT Switch .................................. ੬ pg. 9   
					4 
					: Playback   
					3 
					2 
					6 
					: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search   
					: Rewind/Shuttle Search   
					: Pause   
					The connector * is located beneath a cover.   
					y Displays the battery remaining power level   
					.................................................................. ੬ pg. 38   
					1 Appears when the Power Switch is set to “   
					” 
					u Displays the date/time ................... ੬ pg. 23, 24, 25   
					.................................................................. ੬ pg. 12   
					i • BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD   
					2 •   
					: Appears when Night-Alive is engaged   
					..................................................... ੬ pg. 16   
					monitor ................................ ੬ pg. 11   
					• VOLUME : Displays the speaker volume   
					• 
					: Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”   
					and the shutter speed is being   
					............................................ ੬ pg. 13   
					The level indicator moves.   
					automatically adjusted .................. ੬ pg. 22   
					o Displays the time code ........................ ੬ pg. 24, 25   
					3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted   
					.................................................................. ੬ pg. 20   
					4 • “ؓ” : Appears when the exposure is adjusted   
					..................................................... ੬ pg. 19   
					• 
					: Appears when backlight compensation is   
					used.............................................. ੬ pg. 19   
					EN   
					INDEX   
					37   
				WARNING INDICATIONS   
					(high)   
					E01, E02 or E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE   
					REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY   
					(exhausted)   
					The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type   
					of malfunction has occured. 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.   
					Displays the battery remaining power level. As the   
					battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator   
					blinks (battery power warning). When the battery   
					power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.   
					Appears when no tape is loaded.   
					(੬ pg. 9)   
					E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT   
					AND REINSERT TAPE   
					CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB   
					Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”   
					while the Power Switch r is set to “ ” or “ ”.   
					(੬ pg. 9)   
					The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of   
					malfunction has occured. 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.   
					HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING   
					CASSETTE   
					Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during   
					recording or playback. Use an optional cleaning   
					cassette.   
					CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED   
					PLEASE WAIT   
					(੬ pg. 33)   
					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 r is set to “ ” or   
					“ 
					”.   
					TAPE END   
					Appears when the tape ends during recording or   
					playback.   
					SET DATE/TIME!   
					• Appears when the date/time is not set.   
					(੬ pg. 10)   
					• Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and   
					the previously set date/time is erased. Consult your   
					nearest JVC dealer for replacement.   
					LENS CAP   
					Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the   
					lens cap is attached.   
					EN   
					38   
					INDEX   
				A 
					I 
					AC Adapter................................................... ੬ pg. 7, 8   
					Auto Date ....................................................... ੬ pg. 23   
					Auto Focus ..................................................... ੬ pg. 18   
					Auto Shut off ............................................ ੬ pg. 11, 14   
					Icons ...................................................... ੬ pg. 21 – 25   
					Iris .................................................................. ੬ pg. 20   
					Iris Lock .......................................................... ੬ pg. 20   
					J 
					B 
					Journalistic Shooting ...................................... ੬ pg. 12   
					Backlight Compensation ................................ ੬ pg. 19   
					Battery Low .................................................... ੬ pg. 38   
					Battery Pack ........................................... ੬ pg. 7, 8, 32   
					Beep............................................................... ੬ pg. 23   
					Blank Search.................................................. ੬ pg. 14   
					Brighten The LCD Monitor ............................. ੬ pg. 11   
					L 
					LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications ....... ੬ pg. 36 – 38   
					Load A Tape ..................................................... ੬ pg. 9   
					M 
					Maintenance .................................................. ੬ pg. 34   
					Manual Focus................................................. ੬ pg. 19   
					Menu Screen, CAMERA .......................... ੬ pg. 21, 22   
					Menu Screen, CAMERA DISPLAY .......... ੬ pg. 23, 24   
					Menu Screen, MANUAL ................................. ੬ pg. 22   
					Menu Screen, SYSTEM ................................. ੬ pg. 23   
					Menu Screen, VIDEO ..................................... ੬ pg. 24   
					Menu Screen, VIDEO DISPLAY ..................... ੬ pg. 24   
					Monotone ....................................................... ੬ pg. 16   
					Motor Drive Mode .......................................... ੬ pg. 18   
					C 
					Channels (Left/Right) ..................................... ੬ pg. 25   
					Charge The Battery Pack ................................. ੬ pg. 7   
					Cinema........................................................... ੬ pg. 22   
					Classic Film.................................................... ੬ pg. 16   
					Clean The Camcorder .................................... ੬ pg. 34   
					Connections ................................. ੬ pg. 7, 15, 26 – 28   
					D 
					Darken The LCD Monitor ............................... ੬ pg. 11   
					Date/Time Display .................................. ੬ pg. 23 – 25   
					Date/Time Settings ........................................ ੬ pg. 10   
					Demonstration Mode .................................. ੬ pg. 6, 23   
					Digital Zoom ............................................. ੬ pg. 12, 21   
					DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ......................... ੬ pg. 22   
					Diopter Adjustment .......................................... ੬ pg. 8   
					Dubbing .................................................... ੬ pg. 26, 27   
					N 
					Night-Alive ...................................................... ੬ pg. 16   
					P 
					Power-Linked Operation................................. ੬ pg. 12   
					Power Switch Position .................................... ੬ pg. 12   
					Program AE With Special Effects ................... ੬ pg. 16   
					Provided Accessories ...................................... ੬ pg. 5   
					E 
					R 
					Erase Protection .............................................. ੬ pg. 9   
					Record-Standby ............................................. ੬ pg. 12   
					Recording Mode............................................. ੬ pg. 10   
					Reset.............................................................. ੬ pg. 23   
					Rewind The Tape ........................................... ੬ pg. 13   
					Exposure Control ........................................... ੬ pg. 19   
					F 
					Fade-In/Out .................................................... ੬ pg. 17   
					Fast-Forward The Tape .................................. ੬ pg. 13   
					G 
					Gain Up .......................................................... ੬ pg. 22   
					Grip Adjustment ............................................... ੬ pg. 8   
					EN   
					39   
					TERMS   
				S 
					T 
					Self-Recording ............................................... ੬ pg. 12   
					Sepia .............................................................. ੬ pg. 16   
					Shuttle Search ............................................... ੬ pg. 13   
					Shutter Speed ................................................ ੬ pg. 16   
					Snapshot ........................................................ ੬ pg. 18   
					Snapshot Mode .............................................. ੬ pg. 18   
					Snow .............................................................. ੬ pg. 16   
					Sound Mode ....................................... ੬ pg. 21, 24, 25   
					Speaker Volume ............................................. ੬ pg. 13   
					Specifications ................................................. ੬ pg. 35   
					Sports ............................................................ ੬ pg. 16   
					Spotlight ......................................................... ੬ pg. 16   
					Squeeze ......................................................... ੬ pg. 22   
					Still Playback .................................................. ੬ pg. 13   
					Strobe ............................................................ ੬ pg. 16   
					Tally ................................................................ ੬ pg. 23   
					Tele Macro ..................................................... ੬ pg. 22   
					Time Code.......................................... ੬ pg. 13, 24, 25   
					Tripod Mounting ............................................... ੬ pg. 9   
					Twilight ........................................................... ੬ pg. 16   
					U 
					Unload A Tape .................................................. ੬ pg. 9   
					W 
					White Balance ................................................ ੬ pg. 20   
					Wide Mode ..................................................... ੬ pg. 22   
					Wind Cut ........................................................ ੬ pg. 22   
					Wipe In/Out .................................................... ੬ pg. 17   
					Z 
					Zooming ......................................................... ੬ pg. 12   
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