JVC GR DVL765 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA  
ENGLISH  
CONTENTS  
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION  
GETTING STARTED  
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GR-DVL765  
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7 – 14  
TAPE  
RECORDING & PLAYBACK  
15 – 24  
TAPE RECORDING ........................ 16 – 20  
TAPE PLAYBACK .......................... 21 – 24  
MEMORY CARD  
RECORDING & PLAYBACK  
25 – 36  
For Accessories:  
MEMORY CARD RECORDING ......... 26 – 27  
MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK ............ 28 – 29  
ADVANCED FEATURES .................... 30 – 36  
ADVANCED FEATURES  
37 – 66  
FOR RECORDING ........................... 38 – 45  
USING MENUS FOR  
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .............. 46 – 51  
DUBBING ..................................... 52 – 53  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ... 54 – 64  
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS......................... 65  
REFERENCES  
66 – Back Cover  
DETAILS ............................................. 67  
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 68 – 73  
USER MAINTENANCE ............................ 74  
CAUTIONS .................................... 75 – 77  
SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 78 – 79  
INDEX ......................................... 80 – 86  
TERMS ............................... 87 – Back Cover  
INSTRUCTIONS  
EN  
LYT1042-001A  
EN  
3
CAUTIONS:  
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for  
playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder  
playback are possible anywhere.  
Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the  
camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltageAC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate  
conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)  
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides  
to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws  
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.  
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,  
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.  
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)  
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT  
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any  
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.  
DO  
DO  
read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.  
ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections  
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers  
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.  
consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.  
be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.  
DO  
DO  
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in  
any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.  
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.  
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for  
unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make  
sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or  
handicapped people.  
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of  
road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.  
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.  
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will  
cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.  
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the  
manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.  
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.  
ABOVE ALL  
NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case this  
could result in a fatal electrical shock;  
NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry!  
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EN  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the  
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.  
CAUTION!  
The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.  
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided 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.  
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and  
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “  
can be used with this unit.  
and memory cards* marked “  
or  
Before recording an important scene . . .  
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark  
.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark  
.
or  
.
.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.  
.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without  
proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or  
exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)  
EN  
5
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
or  
AC Adapter  
AP-V10EG or AP-V12EG  
Battery Pack  
BN-V408U  
Shoulder Strap  
Power Cord  
Lens hood (Already  
attached to the camcorder)  
Lens Cap (See below  
for attachment)  
AAA (R03) Battery x 2  
(for remote control unit)  
Remote Control  
Unit RM-V717U  
CD-ROM  
Memory Card 8 MB  
(Already inserted in the  
camcorder)  
Cable Adapter  
Core Filter x 1  
(for optional S-Video cable  
pg. 6 for attachment)  
Audio/Video Cable  
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)  
Editing Cable  
USB Cable  
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
2
3
The lens cap can be attached  
only when the lens hood is  
attached to the camcorder.  
6
EN  
How To Attach The Core Filter  
Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with your model pg. 5) to an optional cable(s). The Core Filter  
reduces interference.  
1
2
3
3 cm  
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.  
When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.  
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION  
Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO  
MODEis set to ON(factory-preset).  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for  
AUTO  
about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “  
or  
MANUAL  
and no cassette is in the camcorder.  
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.  
DEMO MODEremains ONeven if the camcorder power is  
turned off.  
To cancel Automatic Demonstration:  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
MANUAL  
1. Set the Power Switch to “  
while pressing down the  
Lock Button located on the switch and press the MENU/  
Sub Menu  
BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.  
2. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “  
SYSTEM”  
and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.  
3. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select DEMO MODE”  
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
ON  
4. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select OFFand press it.  
5. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT 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.  
EN  
7
GETTING STARTED  
GETTING STARTED  
CONTENTS  
Power.................................................. 8 – 9  
Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10  
Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. 10  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 10  
Tripod Mounting.......................................... 10  
Date/Time Settings...................................... 11  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 12  
Recording Mode Setting ................................. 13  
Loading A Memory Card ................................ 14  
Picture Quality/Image Size Setting .................... 14  
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EN  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
BATT. RELEASE Button  
Power  
This camcorders 2-way power supply system lets  
you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do  
not use provided power supply units with other  
equipment.  
1
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
3
2
1
Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on  
the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery  
pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then  
slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3.  
Power Switch  
2
Set the Power Switch to OFF. Connect the AC  
Adapter to the camcorder 4, then connect the Power  
Cord to the AC Adapter 5.  
CHARGE Lamp  
3
Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet 6.  
The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to  
indicate charging has started.  
4
When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays  
lit, charging is finished. Unplug the Power cord from  
the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the  
camcorder.  
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .  
..... Press BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
NOTES:  
If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,  
remove it first.  
Battery pack  
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 CHARGE lamp may not  
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the  
camcorder, then try charging again.  
AC Adapter  
If the battery operation time remains extremely short  
even after having been fully charged, the battery is  
worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a  
new one.  
Using the optional AA-V40EK 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.  
4
connector  
5
To DC  
To AC outlet  
6
Battery pack  
BN-V408U  
Charging time  
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
approx. 3 hrs.  
BN-V416U (optional)  
BN-V428U (optional)  
approx. 5 hrs.  
For other notes, pg. 67  
EN  
9
ATTENTION  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
Before detaching the power source, make sure that  
the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so  
can result in a camcorder malfunction.  
Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY  
PACK(pg. 8).  
NOTES:  
Approximate recording time  
Recording time is reduced significantly under the  
following conditions:  
Battery pack LCD monitor on  
Viewfinder on  
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged  
repeatedly.  
BN-V408U  
55 min.  
(35 min.)  
1 hr. 10 min.  
(45 min.)  
The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.  
The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.  
Before extended use, it is recommended that you  
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the  
planned shooting time.  
BN-V416U  
(optional)  
1 hr. 55min.  
2 hrs. 25 min.  
(1 hr. 30 min.)  
(1 hr. 15 min.)  
BN-V428U  
(optional)  
3 hrs. 25 min.  
(2 hrs. 15 min.)  
4 hrs. 20 min.  
(2 hrs. 40 min.)  
BN-V840U  
(optional)  
4 hrs. 25 min.  
(2 hrs. 55 min.)  
5 hrs. 40 min.  
(3 hrs. 30 min.)  
BN-V856U  
(optional)  
6 hrs. 40 min.  
8 hrs. 30 min.  
(5 hrs. 5 min.)  
INFORMATION  
(4 hrs. 15 min.)  
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed  
of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:  
VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EK  
AC Power Adapter/Charger  
(
) : when the video light is on  
VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EK  
AC Power Adapter/Charger  
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.  
Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC  
Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-  
V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply  
power directly to the camcorder.  
USING AC POWER  
Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the  
illustration).  
NOTES:  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage  
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.  
For other notes, pg. 67.  
To AC outlet  
AC Adapter  
To DC connector  
10EN  
Power  
Zoom Lever  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
1
2 Separate the Velcro strip.  
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp  
the grip.  
Recording  
Start/Stop button  
3
Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to  
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and  
Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to  
fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.  
Power Switch  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
or “  
Dioptre  
Adjustment Control  
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
2
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
PAUSE  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
1
Make sure the battery pack is removed. Following  
the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet 1,  
then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2.  
Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the  
strap to the other eyelet 3 located under the Grip  
Strap . Confirm the strap is not twisted.  
2
1
3
Tripod Mounting  
CAUTION  
When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its  
legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to  
use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to  
the unit by falling over.  
1
To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the  
direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and  
stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw  
clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with studs.  
EN 11  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Power Lamp  
Date/Time Settings  
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times,  
but its display can be turned on or off during playback  
(pg. 50, 51).  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch. The  
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to access the  
Menu Screen.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
DISPLAY. Press it and the DISPLAY Menu  
appears.  
Power Switch  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
CLOCK ADJ.. Press it and dayis highlighted.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to input the day.  
Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and  
minute.  
Lock Button  
Display  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
W I P E / FADER  
OF  
F
PROGRAM AE  
EXPOSURE  
W. BALANCE  
CAMERA  
MANUAL  
SYSTEM  
D I SPLAY  
DSC  
RETURN, and press it twice. The Menu Screen  
closes.  
NOTE:  
Even if you select CLOCK ADJ., if the parameter is not  
highlighted the camcorders internal clock continues to  
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/  
time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish  
setting the minute and press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel  
in, the date and time begin operation from the date and  
time you just set.  
END  
DISPLAY Menu  
ON SCREEN  
DATE / T I ME  
T I ME CODE  
CLOCK  
LCD / TV  
AUTO  
OFF  
2 5 . 12 . 02  
17 : 3 0  
ADJ .  
RETURN  
CLOCK  
ADJ .  
2 5 . 12 . 02  
17 : 3 0  
12EN  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or  
eject a cassette.  
Erase protection tab*  
Make sure the  
window side is  
facing out.  
1
Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of  
the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open  
until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.  
Do not touch internal components.  
Cassette holder  
2
Insert 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 batterys 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.  
OPEN/EJECT  
Switch  
3
Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it  
locks into place.  
Cassette holder cover  
PUSH HERE  
Approximate recording time  
* 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 RECbefore loading it.  
Recording mode  
Tape  
SP  
LP  
30 min.  
60 min.  
80 min.  
30 min.  
60 min.  
80 min.  
45 min.  
90 min.  
120 min.  
Be sure to press only the section labeled PUSH  
HEREto close the cassette holder; touching other  
parts may cause your finger to get caught in the  
cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage.  
NOTES:  
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.  
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the  
cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.  
If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later,  
insert it again.  
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the  
cassette holder cover.  
Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder 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.  
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 20 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.  
Loosen the Grip Strap if it appears to interfere with the cassette holder cover operation (pg. 10).  
EN 13  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Power Lamp  
Recording Mode Setting  
Set the tape recording mode depending on your  
preference.  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch. The  
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
CAMERAand press it. The CAMERA Menu  
appears.  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select REC  
MODEand press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select  
SPor LPby rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel  
and press it. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to  
select “  
RETURN, and press it twice. The Menu  
Screen closes.  
Display  
Audio Dubbing (pg. 63) and Insert Editing  
(pg. 64) are possible on tapes recorded in the  
SP mode.  
• “LP(Long Play) is more economical, providing  
1.5 times the recording time.  
Menu Screen  
Sub Menu  
REC MODE  
SP  
LP  
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.  
14EN  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Power Switch  
Display  
QUAL I TY  
I MAGE S I ZE  
REC SELECT  
F I NE  
1024X768  
Lock Button  
Card Cover  
Label  
Clipped edge  
Power Lamp  
RETURN  
Memory card  
Loading A Memory Card  
Picture Quality/Image Size Setting  
The Picture Quality/Image Size can be selected to  
best match your needs. Refer to the chart on page 27  
for your selection.  
The provided memory card is already inserted in the  
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.  
1
2 Make sure the camcorders power is off.  
Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor,  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY,  
MANUAL  
then set the Power Switch to “  
while pressing  
then open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).  
down the Lock Button located on the switch. The  
power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on.  
3
Insert the memory card clipped edge first.  
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the  
label.  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
4
To close the card cover, push it until you hear a  
click.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
DSCand press it. The DSC Menu appears.  
To Unload A Memory Card . . .  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
..... in step 3 push the memory card, which then  
comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it  
out and close the card cover.  
QUALITYand press it. The Sub Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode and press it.  
NOTES:  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked  
IMAGE SIZEand press it. The Sub Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode and press it.  
or MultiMediaCards marked  
.  
Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with  
this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card ,  
consult its manufacturer or dealer.  
Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to  
FORMAT the card. pg. 36.  
6
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
RETURN, and press it twice. The Menu Screen  
closes.  
ATTENTION  
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the  
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the  
memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder  
to become unable to recognize whether or not the  
card is installed.  
EN 15  
TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK  
TAPE RECORDING  
&
PLAYBACK  
CONTENTS  
TAPE RECORDING ......................... 16 20  
Basic Recording..................................... 16  
Journalistic Shooting ............................... 17  
Self-Recording ...................................... 17  
Operation Mode .................................... 17  
Zooming ............................................ 18  
Video Light ......................................... 19  
Time Code ........................................... 20  
TAPE PLAYBACK ........................... 21 24  
Normal Playback ................................... 21  
Still Playback ....................................... 21  
Shuttle Search ...................................... 21  
Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................ 21  
Connections .................................. 22 23  
Blank Search ........................................ 24  
16EN  
TAPE RECORDING  
Basic Recording  
Power lamp  
NOTE:  
Power Switch  
You should already have performed the procedures  
listed below. If not, do so before continuing.  
Power (pg. 8)  
Grip Adjustment (pg. 10)  
Viewfinder Adjustment (pg. 10)  
Load A Cassette (pg. 12)  
Recording Mode Setting (pg. 13)  
1
Remove the lens cap.  
Press PUSH OPEN, open the LCD monitor and set  
the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.  
During  
shooting  
Lock Button  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
2
Set the Power Switch to “  
or “  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
Display  
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure  
the LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/  
downward for best viewability.  
25min  
Tape remaining time  
indicator (Approximate)  
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the  
LCD monitor.  
The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the  
Record-Standby mode. PAUSEis displayed.  
min  
3 min  
90 min  
0 min  
89 min  
(Now calculating)  
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “  
appears while recording is in progress.  
1 min  
(Blinking)  
2 min  
(Blinking)  
(Blinking)  
To Stop Recording . . .  
..... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The  
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.  
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display . . .  
..... rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel until the bright  
level indicator on the display moves and the  
appropriate brightness is reached.  
BR I GHT  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
NOTES:  
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes,  
the camcorders power shuts off automatically. To turn  
the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to  
180°  
90°  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
OFF, then back to “  
or “  
.  
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD  
monitor and the viewfinder. It will appear in the  
viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position,  
and it will appear on the LCD monitor when fully  
extended.  
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(pg. 20).  
To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, pg. 46,  
48.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
PUSH OPEN Button  
Tally lamp  
(lights while  
recording is in  
progress)  
For other notes, pg. 67  
EN 17  
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING  
In some situations, different shooting angles may  
provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in  
the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the  
most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90°  
downward, 180° upward).  
Self-  
Recording  
SELF-RECORDING  
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.  
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to  
any operation mode except OFFwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
Operation Mode  
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to  
your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch.  
Power Switch  
Power lamp  
MANUAL  
AUTO  
Power Switch Position  
Lock Button  
OFF  
PLAY  
MANUAL  
:
Allows you to set various recording functions using  
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than  
Full Auto recording, try this mode.  
AUTO  
(Full Auto):  
Allows you to record using NO special effects or  
manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.  
OFF:  
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.  
PLAY:  
Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.  
Allows you to access data stored on the memory  
card or to transfer a still image stored on the  
memory card to a computer.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor to  
access this switch.)  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position  
VIDEO:  
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape.  
If REC SELECTis set to “  
DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the  
memory card as well.  
/
in the  
When the Power Switch is set to AUTO , “ ” appears.  
MANUAL  
When set to “  
or PLAY, there is no indication.  
Zoom magnification over 10X is available  
(pg. 18, 47).  
MEMORY:  
1024  
Allows you to record on a memory card or access  
data stored on a memory card.  
When the Power Switch is set to AUTO or “  
and  
MANUAL  
the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY, the  
currently selected image size appears. When set to  
VIDEO, there is no indication.  
18EN  
TAPE RECORDING (cont.)  
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)  
FEATURE: Zooming  
1x  
W
T
PURPOSE:  
10x  
W
T
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instanta-  
20x  
W
T
40x  
W
T
neous change in image magnification.  
OPERATION:  
Zoom In  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T.  
Zoom Out  
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W.  
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the  
quicker the zoom action.  
Zoom display  
NOTES:  
10x  
W
T
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In  
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,  
lock the focus by using the manual focus  
(pg. 43), then zoom in or out in Record mode.  
Zooming is possible to a maximum of 500X, or it  
can be switched to 10X magnification using the  
optical zoom (pg. 47).  
Digital zoom zone  
10X (optical)  
zoom zone  
Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through  
Digital image processing, and is therefore called  
Digital Zoom.  
Approximate zoom ratio  
During Digital zoom, the quality of image may  
suffer.  
Power Zoom Lever  
Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY(pg. 17).  
Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the  
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is  
set all the way to W. Also see TELE MACROin  
the Menu Screen on page 48.  
EN 19  
FEATURE: Video Light  
PURPOSE:  
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too  
dim.  
OPERATION:  
Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the  
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on  
the subject.  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor to  
access this switch.)  
ON  
: Always keeps the light on as long as the  
camcorder is turned on.  
The video light can only be used with the  
camcorders power on.  
It is recommended to set the white balance  
DANGER  
(pg. 45) to  
when you use the video light.  
The video light can become extremely  
When not using the video light, turn it off to save  
battery power.  
hot. Do not touch it either while in  
operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
NOTES:  
Even if the battery indicator (  
) does not blink  
due to low battery charge, the camcorder may turn  
off automatically when you turn on the video light, or  
when you start recording with the video light turned  
on.  
When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to AUTO:  
Depending on the lighting conditions, the video  
light may keep turning on and off. In this case,  
manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT  
OFF/AUTO/ON.  
While the SHUTTERor SPORTSmode  
(pg. 39) is engaged, the light is likely to stay  
on.  
While the TWILIGHTmode (pg. 39) is  
engaged, the light will not activate.  
Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case  
immediately after using the video light, since it remains  
extremely hot for some time.  
When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm  
between the video light and people or objects.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
Do not place the camcorder in a cabinet or box while  
the video light is in operation.  
When using the video light, if you wish to install the  
camcorder in a fixed position, attach it to a tripod, etc.  
Do not affix it directly to a surface such as a table top.  
It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC  
dealer for replacing the video light.  
While the Night-Scopemode (pg. 38) is  
engaged, the light will not activate.  
20EN  
TAPE RECORDING (cont.)  
Time Code  
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded  
scene on the tape during playback.  
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”  
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code  
continues from the last time code number.  
To perform Random Assemble Editing (pg. 58 – 62), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank  
portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time  
code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes  
as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A  
Tape” below in the following cases;  
• When shooting again after playing back a  
recorded tape.  
• When power shuts off during shooting.  
• When a tape is removed and re-inserted during  
shooting.  
Display  
Frames are not displayed  
during recording.  
Minutes  
• 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.  
Seconds  
Frames  
(25 frames = 1 second)  
12 : 34 : 24  
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape  
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (pg. 24) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,  
then engage the Still Playback mode (pg. 21).  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,  
2. Set the Power Switch to “  
” or “  
then start recording.  
NOTES:  
The time code cannot be reset.  
During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.  
The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” (pg. 49, 50).  
When a blank portion is recorded on a tape  
Time code  
00:00:00  
Time code  
05:43:21  
Time code  
00:00:00  
Tape  
Already recorded scene  
Blank  
Newly recorded scene  
Shooting start point  
Shooting stop point  
Shooting start point  
Proper recording  
Time code  
00:00:00  
Time code  
05:43:21  
Time code  
05:44:00  
Tape  
Already recorded scene  
New scene  
Latest scene  
Shooting start point  
Shooting start point  
Shooting start point  
EN 21  
TAPE PLAYBACK  
Stop Button (5)  
Normal Playback  
Rewind Button (2  
)
1
2 Load a tape (pg. 12).  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO, then  
Play/Pause Button (4/6)  
set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing down the  
Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback,  
press 4/6.  
Fast-Forward Button (3  
)
Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)  
To stop playback, press 5.  
Press  
2
to rewind, or  
3
to fast-forward the tape  
during Stop mode.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
To Control The Speaker Volume . . .  
..... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards +”  
to turn up the volume, or towards to turn down  
the volume.  
Speaker  
NOTES:  
If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To  
turn on again, set the Power Switch to OFF, then to PLAY.  
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV (pg. 22).  
You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.  
LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:  
When power is supplied from a battery: the “  
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.  
When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “  
does not appear.  
During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.  
When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.  
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.  
1) Press 4/6 during playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.  
If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorders Stop mode is automatically engaged.  
After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorders power is automatically turned off.  
When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabiliseds the still image.  
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.  
1) Press  
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.  
During playback, press and hold or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you  
release it, normal playback resumes.  
3
for forward or  
2
for reverse search during playback.  
2
A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.  
Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.  
1) Engage Still Playback.  
2) Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards +for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards for reverse  
Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.  
To resume normal playback, press 4/6.  
You can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (pg. 56).  
Slow-Motion Playback/Playback Special Effects and Playback Zoom  
Available only with the remote control (provided) (pg. 56, 57).  
ATTENTION  
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on  
the left side of the screen.  
22EN  
Connections  
TAPE PLAYBACK (cont.)  
Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable.  
To TV or VCR  
To AV  
When the S-Video  
cable is not used.  
Audio/Video cable  
[mini-plug to RCA  
plug] (provided)  
Yellow to  
VIDEO IN  
TV  
Connector cover*  
White to  
AUDIO L IN**  
Red to  
AUDIO R IN**  
To S-VIDEO  
VCR  
S-Video cable  
(optional)  
To S-VIDEO IN  
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.  
** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.  
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector  
Use the provided Cable Adapter.  
When the S-Video  
cable is not used.  
Audio/Video cable  
[mini-plug to RCA plug]  
(provided)  
Cable  
Adapter  
Yellow  
White to  
AUDIO L*  
Red to  
AUDIO R*  
TV or VCR  
To AV  
Camcorder  
S-Video cable  
(optional)  
To S-VIDEO  
To  
-IN  
Y/C/CVBS”  
Video Out  
Select Switch  
* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.  
NOTE:  
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:  
Y/C  
: When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.  
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.  
EN 23  
NOTES:  
1
2 Make sure all units are turned off.  
in the illustration (pg. 22).  
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.  
If not . . . go to step 4.  
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the  
power supply instead of the battery pack (pg. 9).  
To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder  
without inserting a tape or memory card, set the  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
camcorders Power Switch to “  
or “  
,  
then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.  
Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its  
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when  
the camcorder is turned on.  
3
Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring  
to your VCRs instruction manual.  
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.  
4
5 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the  
TV to its VIDEO mode.  
To choose whether or not the following displays  
appear on the connected TV . . .  
Date/Time  
..... set DATE/TIMEto AUTO, ONor OFFin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 50).  
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control  
(provided) to turn on/off the date indication.  
Time Code  
..... set TIME CODEto ONor OFFin the Menu  
Screen (pg. 50).  
Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape  
Running Displays for tape playback  
..... set ON SCREENto LCDor LCD/TVin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 50).  
24EN  
TAPE PLAYBACK (cont.)  
BLANK Button  
Blank Search  
Helps you find where you should start recording in  
the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption  
(pg. 20).  
1
2 Load a tape (pg. 12).  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO,  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
3
Press BLANK.  
• “BLANK SEARCHappears blinking 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.  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
Display  
To cancel Blank Search midway . . .  
44  
..... press 5.  
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  
Blank Search does not work if HEAD CLEANING  
REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTEhas  
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.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
Stop Button (5)  
EN 25  
MEMORY CARD RECORDING & PLAYBACK  
MEMORY CARD  
RECORDING  
&
PLAYBACK  
CONTENTS  
MEMORY CARD RECORDING .........26 – 27  
Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ............... 26 – 27  
MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK ...........28 – 29  
Normal Playback .................................. 28  
Auto Playback ..................................... 28  
Index Playback .................................... 29  
Viewing File Information ......................... 29  
Removing On-Screen Display .................... 29  
ADVANCED FEATURES ....................30 – 36  
Protecting Files .................................... 30  
Deleting Files ...................................... 31  
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A  
Memory Card ....................................... 32  
E-Mail Clip Recording ............................. 33  
Setting Print Information  
(DPOF Setting)............................. 34 – 35  
Making A New Folder ............................ 36  
Initialising A Memory Card ...................... 36  
26EN  
MEMORY CARD RECORDING  
SNAPSHOT Button  
Basic Shooting (Snapshot)  
You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera  
for taking snapshots.  
NOTE:  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
Power (pg. 8)  
Grip Adjustment (pg. 10)  
Viewfinder Adjustment (pg. 10)  
Loading A Memory Card (pg. 14)  
Picture Quality/Image Size Setting (pg. 14)  
Power Switch  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY,  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
then set the Power Switch to “  
or “  
Lock Button  
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
2
Press SNAPSHOT. PHOTOappears while the  
snapshot is being taken.  
The image is recorded on the memory card.  
Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with  
no frame.  
Image Size  
Displays the image file size: 1280 (1280 x 960), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480)  
(pg. 14).  
Shooting icon  
Appears and blinks during shooting.  
Card icon  
Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded:  
1024  
(SD Memory Card) or  
(MultiMediaCard).  
15  
Remaining number of shots  
Displays the remaining number of shots that can be stored.  
The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.  
Picture Quality  
Displays the quality of image: F (Fine) or S (Standard) (in order of quality) (pg. 14).  
Display  
EN 27  
To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .  
FULL  
..... when unwanted still images are stored in the  
memory card or its memory is full, refer to Deleting  
Files(pg. 31) and delete unwanted still images.  
Snapshot mode with no  
frame  
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .  
..... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound,  
set BEEPto OFFin the Menu Screen  
(pg. 46, 48). The sound is no longer heard  
from the speaker.  
There is the sound of a shutter closing.  
NOTES:  
Even if DISis set to ON(pg. 47), the Stabilisedr  
will be disabled.  
If Snapshot recording is not possible, PHOTOblinks  
To Protect Valuable Files (available only for SD  
Memory Card) . . .  
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.  
If Programme AE with special effects (pg. 38) is  
engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special  
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such  
a case, the icon blinks.  
Write/erase protection tab  
If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
the Power Switch is set to “  
or “  
and  
. . . slide the write/erase protection tab on the side  
of the memory card in the direction of  
power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder  
shuts off automatically to save power. To perform  
shooting again, set the Power Switch to OFF, then to  
LOCK. This prevents the memory card from  
being recorded over. To record on this  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
or “  
.  
The Motor Drive mode (pg. 42) is disabled when the  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY.  
Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for  
Camera File system). They do not have any  
compatibility with devices which are not compliant to  
DCF.  
memory card, slide the tab back to the  
position opposite to LOCKbefore loading it.  
Approximate Number of Storable Images  
SD Memory Card  
MultiMediaCard  
Image Size/Picture  
Quality  
8MB  
12  
16MB  
28  
32MB  
62  
64MB  
120  
8MB  
16  
16MB  
32  
32MB  
64  
1280 x 960/FINE  
1280 x 960/  
STANDARD  
44  
20  
98  
46  
205  
98  
405  
190  
50  
25  
100  
50  
200  
100  
1024 x 768/FINE  
1024 x 768/  
STANDARD  
66  
46  
145  
98  
310  
205  
625  
605  
405  
80  
50  
160  
105  
320  
320  
210  
640  
640 x 480/FINE  
640 x 480/  
STANDARD  
150  
295  
1215  
160  
NOTE:  
The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in the  
images and the type of memory card being used.  
28EN  
MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK  
Normal Playback  
Rewind Button (2  
)
Play/Pause Button  
4/6)  
(
Stop Button (5)  
Fast-Forward Button  
1
2 Load a memory card (pg. 14).  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button.  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY,  
(
3
)
The type of file played back last time is played.  
If you want to select another type of file, go to  
step 3. If not, go to step 4.  
3
Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen  
appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
the type of file: IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP (pg. 33).  
Then press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The  
selected type of file is displayed.  
SELECT Button  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
MANUAL  
AUTO  
OFF  
4
If you are viewing an IMAGE file . . .  
PLAY  
Press to display the next image, or press  
3
2
to  
display the previous image.  
Lock Button  
Power Switch  
If you are viewing an E-MAIL CLIP file . . .  
Press 4/6 to play back the displayed video clip. To  
stop video clip playback, press 5.  
NOTES:  
[For Normal Playback: IMAGE]  
Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed  
file (pg. 29, Viewing File Information).  
You can also overview several files at a time  
(pg. 29, Index Playback).  
To display the  
next image  
To display the  
previous image  
You can turn off the on-screen playback display  
(pg. 29, Removing On-Screen Display).  
Auto Playback  
You can run through all the images stored on memory  
automatically.  
1
2 Perform steps 1 and 2 above.  
Press 4/6.  
Display  
If you press  
2
during Auto Playback, images are  
displayed in descending order.  
If you press during Auto Playback, images are  
displayed in ascending order.  
3
[For Auto Playback: IMAGE]  
3
To end Auto Playback, press 5.  
Normal Playback:  
E-MAIL CLIP  
E-MAIL CLIP  
NOTES:  
Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-  
numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image,  
because new images are automatically stored after the  
last-recorded one.  
Images shot in a file size that is not compatible with this  
camcorder will be displayed as reduced-size thumbnail  
images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred  
to a PC.  
Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX7) that  
are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this  
camcorder; UNSUPPORTED FILESwill be displayed.  
EN 29  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
INFO Button  
Index Playback  
INDEX Button  
You can view several different files stored on the  
memory card at a time. This browsing capability  
makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.  
1
2 Perform steps 1 through 3 of Normal Playback.  
3 Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the  
frame to the desired file.  
Pressing  
3
displays the next page and  
2
displays the previous page.  
Pressing INFO gives you details on the currently  
selected file (Viewing File Information).  
SELECT Button  
Selected image  
Index number  
4
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The selected  
file is displayed.  
Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed  
file (Viewing File Information).  
Index Screen  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Viewing File Information  
You can get the relevant file information by pressing  
the INFO button during normal playback or Index  
playback.  
DCF  
:Folder and file number  
(IMAGE files only)  
FOLDER :Folder name (pg. 36)  
Info Screen  
FILE  
DATE  
SIZE  
:File name (pg. 36)  
:Date the file was made  
:Image size (pg. 14)  
DCF  
: 1 0 0 - 0 0 1 0  
: 1 0 0 JVCGR  
: DVC0 0 0 1 0  
: 2 7 . 3 . 0 2  
FOLDER  
F I LE  
DATE  
S I ZE  
QUALITY :Picture quality  
(IMAGE files only pg. 14)  
:Playback time  
: 1 0 2 4X7 6 8  
QUAL I TY : F I NE  
PROTECT : OFF  
TIME  
(E-MAIL CLIP files only pg. 33)  
PROTECT :When set to ON, the file is protected  
from accidental erasure (pg. 30).  
Operation  
mode indicator  
Press INFO again to close the Info Screen.  
Battery  
indicator  
NOTE:  
With images shot with another device or processed on a  
PC, QUALITY: – – –” will be displayed.  
Playback Screen  
Removing On-Screen Display  
1
Perform steps 1 and 2 of Normal Playback”  
(pg. 28).  
2
Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed  
(pg. 28); if not, press SELECT to access the  
MEMORY SELECT Screen. Rotate the MENU/  
BRIGHT wheel to select IMAGEand press it.  
Menu Screen  
MENU  
3
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to  
select DISPLAY, then press it.  
D I SPLAY OFF  
ON  
4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select OFF,  
then press it. The operation mode indicator and  
battery indicator ( ) disappear.  
To display the indicators again, select ONin step 4.  
30EN  
ADVANCED FEATURES  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Protecting Files  
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental  
erasure of files.  
1
2 Load a memory card (pg. 14).  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY,  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
A stored file is displayed.  
If you want to select another type of file, go to  
step 3. If not, go to step 4.  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
3
Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen  
appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
the type of file: IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP (pg. 33).  
Then press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The  
selected type of file is displayed.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
4
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to  
select PROTECT, then press it.  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode.  
CURRENT : Protects the currently displayed file.  
PROT.ALL : Protects all files stored on the memory  
card.  
6
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The  
PROTECT Screen appears.  
If you selected CURRENTin step 5, press  
SELECT Button  
Menu Screen  
2
or  
3
to select the desired file.  
Display  
7
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
MENU  
EXECUTEand press it.  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
DPOF  
To cancel protection, select RETURN.  
NOTES:  
NO . RESET  
FORMAT  
D I SPLAY  
If the “  
mark appears, the currently displayed file is  
protected.  
When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even  
protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose  
important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.  
END  
MENU  
TO REMOVE PROTECTION  
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 4  
PROTECT  
CURRENT  
PROT . ALL  
CANC . ALL  
above.  
RETURN  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode.  
CURRENT : Removes protection from the currently  
displayed file.  
PROTECT Screen  
CANC.ALL : Removes protection from all files stored  
on the memory card.  
PROTECT  
6
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The  
PROTECT Screen appears.  
If you selected CURRENT, press  
select the desired file.  
PROTECTED  
RETURN  
2
or  
3
to  
7Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
EXECUTEand press it.  
To cancel selection, select RETURN.  
EN 31  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Deleting Files  
Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a  
time or all at once.  
1
2 Load a memory card (pg. 14).  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY,  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
A stored file is displayed.  
If you want to select another type of file, go to  
step 3. If not, go to step 4.  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
3
Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen  
appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
the type of file: IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP (pg. 33).  
Then press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The  
selected type of file is displayed.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
4
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to  
select DELETE, then press it.  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode.  
CURRENT : Deletes the currently displayed file.  
ALL  
: Deletes all files stored on the memory  
card.  
6
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The DELETE  
Screen appears.  
SELECT Button  
Menu Screen  
If you selected CURRENTin step 5, press  
2
or  
Display  
3
to select the desired file.  
7
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
MENU  
EXECUTEand press it.  
DELETE  
CURRENT  
ALL  
If the “  
mark appears, the selected file is  
protected and cannot be deleted  
(pg. 30).  
To cancel deletion, select RETURN.  
RETURN  
NOTES:  
Protected files (pg. 30) cannot be deleted with the  
above operation. To delete them, remove protection  
first.  
DELETE Screen  
DELETE  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check  
files before deleting.  
DELETE?  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
CAUTION  
Do not remove the memory card or perform any other  
operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during  
deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC  
Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the  
battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the  
memory card becomes corrupted, initialise it.  
(pg. 36)  
32EN  
ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.)  
SNAPSHOT Button  
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape  
To A Memory Card  
Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory  
card.  
1
Load a memory card (pg. 14) and cassette  
(pg. 12).  
2
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO,  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button.  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
3
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears. Rotate it to select “  
VIDEOand  
press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
COPYand press it. The Sub Menu  
appears. Rotate it to select ONand press it.  
Display  
Menu Screen  
Selection is complete.  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
RETURNand press it twice. The normal  
playback screen reappears.  
COPY  
OFF  
ON  
6
To select a video image to be dubbed, start  
playback by pressing 4/6. At the moment you find  
the image you wish to dub, press it again to engage  
Still Playback.  
6
SP  
7
To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected  
image is stored on the memory card.  
• “ blinks during dubbing.  
NOTES:  
If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 7 when a memory  
card is not loaded, the message COPYING FAILEDis  
displayed.  
If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode  
(pg. 48) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE  
mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.  
To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you  
wish to dub, perform up to step 7 using the remote  
control (provided) (pg. 56).  
Play/Pause Button (4/6)  
Stop Button (5)  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Images are dubbed in 640 x 480 pixels.  
E-MAIL  
Button  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
EN 33  
Display  
E-Mail Clip Recording  
160  
E-  
MAIL CLIP  
35mi n  
00 : 00  
STANDBY  
Remaining time  
You can make video clips from real-time camera  
image or recorded video footage and store them in a  
memory card as files which can be conveniently sent  
via e-mail.  
TO MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM REAL-TIME  
CAMERA IMAGE  
Shooting starts when the  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button is pressed  
1
Load a memory card (pg. 14). Set the VIDEO/  
160  
E-MAIL CLIP  
35mi n  
00 : 15  
REC  
MEMORY Switch to MEMORY, then set the Power  
e
AUTO  
MANUAL  
while pressing down  
Switch to “  
or “  
the Lock button located on the switch.  
2
Press E-MAIL. The camcorder enters the E-Mail  
Clip Record-Standby mode.  
Shooting stops when the  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button is pressed again  
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start  
shooting.  
4
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop  
shooting. COMPLETEDis displayed, then the  
camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby  
mode.  
COMPLETED  
5
Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The  
normal screen reappears.  
Recording is complete  
To view video clips stored on a memory card . . .  
..... pg. 28, 29.  
TO MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM RECORDED  
VIDEO FOOTAGE  
1
Load a memory card (pg. 14) and cassette  
(pg. 12). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
VIDEO, then set the Power Switch to PLAY”  
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
NOTES:  
Video clips are stored in 160 x 120-pixel format.  
Playback operation cannot be performed during E-Mail  
Clip Recording.  
If the end of the tape is reached in step 3, the E-Mail  
Clip Record-Standby mode will be automatically  
cancelled.  
The video clip files made with this camcorder are  
MPEG4 compliant, however, some MPEG4 files made  
with other devices may not be played back with this  
camcorder.  
You can delete unwanted video clips (pg. 31,  
Deleting Files) or protect important ones from  
accidental erasure (pg. 30, Protecting Files).  
Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the  
LCD monitor or viewfinder, however, this noise is not  
present in the actual video clips stored on the memory  
card.  
2
4/6 to start tape playback.  
3 Press  
Press E-MAIL. E-MAIL CLIP STANDBY”  
appears and the camcorder enters the E-Mail Clip  
Record-Standby mode.  
4
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start E-  
Mail Clip Recording.  
5
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop E-  
Mail Clip Recording. COMPLETEDis displayed,  
then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-  
Standby mode.  
You can also view video clips on your PC by using  
Windows® Media Player. Refer to the instructions of the  
PC and software.  
6
Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The  
normal screen reappears.  
To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording . . .  
..... after step 3, press E-MAIL again or press 5 to  
stop tape playback.  
To view video clips stored on a memory card . . .  
..... pg. 28, 29.  
34EN  
ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.)  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)  
This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital  
Print Order Format) standard in order to support  
future systems such as automatic printing, which  
records information about the still images you wish to  
print (such as the number of prints to make). There  
are 2 print information settings available: To print all  
still images (one print for each)explained below and  
To print by selecting still images and no. of prints”  
(pg. 35).  
Power Switch  
TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES  
(ONE PRINT FOR EACH)  
Lock Button  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY switch to MEMORY,  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
then set the Power Switch to PLAY, while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
A stored file is displayed.  
2
Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed  
(pg. 28); if not, press SELECT to access the  
MEMORY SELECT Screen. Rotate the MENU/  
BRIGHT wheel to select IMAGEand press it.  
3
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
DPOFand press it. The Sub Menu appears.  
SELECT Button  
Menu Screen  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select ALL  
1and press it. Selection is complete. The DPOF  
Screen appears.  
Display  
6
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
EXECUTEand press it. The normal playback  
MENU  
screen appears.  
DPOF  
CURRENT  
ALL  
RESET  
RETURN  
To cancel selection, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT  
wheel to select RETURNand press it.  
1
To Reset The Setting . . .  
..... select RESETin step 5. The setting is reset to 0  
for all still images.  
DPOF Screen  
DPOF  
ALL1?  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
EN 35  
Fast-Forward (3) Button  
TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND  
NO. OF PRINTS  
MENU/  
Rewind Button (2  
)
BRIGHT Wheel  
1
2 Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 34.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
CURRENTand press it. Selection is complete. The  
DPOF Screen appears.  
3
Press  
print appears.  
2
or  
3
so that the image you wish to  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the  
highlight bar to the SHEETS number indication and  
press it.  
SELECT Button  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
5
Select the number of prints by rotating the MENU/  
BRIGHT wheel and press it.  
Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of  
prints.  
The number of prints can be set up to 15.  
To correct the number of prints, select the image  
again and change the number.  
Display  
DPOF Screen  
DPOF  
6
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
RETURNand press it. Selection is complete.  
SAVE?appears.  
SHEETS  
If you did not change any settings in step 3 through  
5, the Menu Screen reappears.  
0 0  
RETURN  
7
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
EXECUTE, then press it to save the setting you  
have just made.  
DPOF  
To cancel selection, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT  
wheel to select CANCELand press it.  
To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .  
..... select RESETin step 5 on pg. 34. The number  
of prints is reset to 0 for all still images.  
SHEETS  
0 5  
CAUTION  
While performing the above, never disconnect power, as  
this may cause the memory to be corrupted. For safety,  
all buttons including the Power Switch are disabled in  
step 6.  
DPOF  
NOTES:  
SAVE?  
BATTERY LOWappears if the battery remaining  
power is too low.  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
If you load a memory card already set as shown above  
in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of  
the selected still images automatically.  
To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a  
memory card (pg. 32).  
36EN  
ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.)  
Making A New Folder  
New still pictures you are going to take can be  
separated from previously shot pictures by resetting  
the file name to DVC00001; these new pictures will  
be stored in a new folder.  
Folder and File names  
Each time shooting takes place, a file name is  
made using a number which is larger by one than  
the largest number of the file names which are in  
use. Even if you delete an image file with a  
number in the middle of range, the number will  
not be used for a new shot; a gap will remain in  
the numerical sequence. If the file name reaches  
DVC09999, a new folder (such as 101JVCGR)  
will be made and the file name will start again  
from DVC00001.  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY,  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
A stored file is displayed.  
2
Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed  
(pg. 28); if not, press SELECT to access the  
MEMORY SELECT Screen. Rotate the MENU/  
BRIGHT wheel to select IMAGEand press it.  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
3
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to  
select NO. RESET, then press it. The NO. RESET  
Screen appears.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
EXECUTE, then press it. The new folder (such as  
101JVCGR) will be made and the file name of the  
next shot starts from DVC00001.  
Initialising A Memory Card  
You can initialise a memory card anytime.  
After initialising, all files and data stored on the  
memory card, including those which have been  
protected, are cleared.  
SELECT Button  
1
2
Perform step 1 of Making A New Folderabove.  
MANUAL  
AUTO  
Lock Button  
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
OFF  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to  
select FORMATand press it. The FORMAT Screen  
appears.  
PLAY  
Power Switch  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
Display  
EXECUTEand press it. The memory card is  
initialised. When initialisation is finished, NO  
IMAGES STOREDor NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED”  
appears.  
FORMAT  
Menu Screen  
ERASE ALL  
EX I ST I NG DATA?  
To cancel initialisation, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT  
wheel to select RETURNand press it.  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
CAUTION  
Do not perform any other operation (such as turning  
off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure  
to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card  
may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted  
during initialisation. If the memory card becomes  
corrupted initialise it.  
EN 37  
ADVANCED FEATURES  
ADVANCED FEATURES  
CONTENTS  
FOR RECORDING ........................................... 38 45  
Night-Scope............................................................ 38  
Programme AE With Special Effects ..........................38 39  
Fade/Wipe Effects .............................................40 41  
Snapshot (For Tape Recording)....................................... 42  
Auto Focus/Manual Focus ............................................ 43  
Exposure Control ...................................................... 44  
Iris Lock ................................................................ 44  
White Balance Adjustment ........................................... 45  
Manual White Balance Operation.................................... 45  
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT............. 46 51  
For Recording Menu............................................46 49  
For Playback Menu ............................................50 51  
DUBBING .................................................... 52 53  
Dubbing To A VCR..................................................... 52  
Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector.............. 53  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ..................... 54 64  
Installing The Batteries ............................................... 54  
Slow-Motion Playback ............................................... 56  
Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................................... 56  
Playback Special Effects .............................................. 56  
Playback Zoom ........................................................ 57  
Random Assemble Editing .....................................58 62  
For More Accurate Editing ............................................ 62  
Audio Dubbing ......................................................... 63  
Insert Editing .......................................................... 64  
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ............................................65  
Connection To A Personal Computer ................................. 65  
38EN  
FOR RECORDING  
NOTES:  
Night-Scope  
During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings  
cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out:  
Some modes of Programme AE With Special Effects”  
(pg. 38, 39).  
• “GAIN UPin the CAMERA Menu (pg. 47).  
• “DISin the MANUAL Menu (pg.47).  
• “Video lightwhen LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to  
AUTO(pg. 19).  
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.  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the  
camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual  
focus and/or a tripod is recommended.  
2
Press NIGHT so that the Night-Scope indicator  
appears.  
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to  
provide up to 30 times sensitivity.  
• “Aappears beside “  
while the shutter speed is  
being automatically adjusted.  
To Deactivate Night-Scope . . .  
..... press NIGHT again so that the Night-Scope  
indicator disappears.  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Lock Button  
Programme AE With Special Effects  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Power Switch  
NIGHT Button  
Screen appears.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “  
3
PROGRAM AE, then press it.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode (pg. 39), then press it. Selection is  
complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.  
The Menu Screen closes.  
The PROGRAM AE Menu disappears and the  
selected mode is activated. The selected mode  
indicator appears.  
To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .  
..... select OFFin step 4.  
NOTES:  
Display  
Programme AE with special effects can be changed  
during recording or during Record-Standby.  
Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot  
be used during Night-Scope.  
SHUTTER1/120  
SPORTS  
SNO  
W
SPOTL I GHT  
I L I GHT  
TW  
SEP I A  
MONOTONE  
CLASS I C F I LM  
IMPORTANT  
STROBE  
Some modes of Programme AE with special effects  
cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects  
(pg. 40, 41). If an unusable mode is selected, its  
indicator blinks or goes out.  
EN 39  
SHUTTER  
1/50The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a  
second. Black bands that usually appear when  
shooting a TV screen become narrower.  
1/120The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a  
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting  
under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is  
reduced.  
TWILIGHT  
Makes evening scenes look more natural.  
White Balance (pg. 45) is initially set to  
but can be changed to your desired setting.  
When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder  
automatically adjusts the focus from approx.  
,
SPORTS  
(Variable  
Shutter Speed:  
1/250 1/4000)  
10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the  
focus manually.  
SEPIA  
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old  
photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a  
classic look.  
This setting allows fast-moving images to be  
captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-  
motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the  
darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter  
function under good lighting conditions.  
MONOTONE  
Like black and white films, your footage is shot in  
B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it  
enhances the classic filmeffect.  
SNOW  
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise  
appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright  
surroundings 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.  
CLASSIC FILM*  
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.  
NOTE:  
SPOTLIGHThas the same effect as 3 with the  
exposure control (pg. 44).  
STROBE*  
Your recording looks like a series of consecutive  
snapshots.  
* Available when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to  
VIDEO.  
40 EN  
FOR RECORDING (cont.)  
Fade/Wipe Effects  
These effects let you make pro-style scene transi-  
tions. Use them to spice up the transition from one  
scene to the next.  
IMPORTANT  
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain  
modes of Programme AE with special effects  
(pg. 38, 39). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is  
selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.  
Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or  
when you stop recording.  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”,  
MANUAL  
Lock Button  
then set the Power Switch to “  
” while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “  
WIPE/FADER”, then press it.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired function, then press it. Selection is complete.  
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.  
• The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect  
is reserved. The indicator representing the selected  
effect appears.  
Power Switch  
5
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate  
the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .  
..... select “OFF” in step 4.  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
NOTE:  
You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing  
and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
EN 41  
Fader And Wipe Menu  
Menu  
Effect  
Fade in or out with a white screen.  
FADER — WHITE  
Fade in or out with a black screen.  
FADER — BLACK  
FADER — B.W  
Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out  
from colour to black and white.  
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner,  
or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.  
WIPE — CORNER  
WIPE — WINDOW  
WIPE — SLIDE  
The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward  
the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the  
centre.  
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.  
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.  
WIPE — DOOR  
The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or  
wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.  
WIPE — SCROLL  
WIPE — SHUTTER  
Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom,  
or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black  
screen.  
42 EN  
FOR RECORDING (cont.)  
SNAPSHOT Button  
Snapshot (For Tape Recording)  
This feature lets you record still images that look like  
photographs onto a tape.  
Power Switch  
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO,  
MANUAL  
then set the Power Switch to “  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “  
Lock Button  
3
CAMERA. Press it and the CAMERAMenu appears.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
SNAP MODE, then press it.  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor  
to access this switch.)  
desired Snapshot mode, then press it.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
RETURNand press it twice. The Menu Screen  
closes.  
SNAPSHOT RECORDING  
1
Press SNAPSHOT. PHOTOappears while the  
snapshot is being taken.  
Display  
If you press during Record-Standby . . .  
..... PHOTOappears and a still image will be recorded  
for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters  
the Record-Standby mode.  
Menu Screen  
If you press during Recording . . .  
..... PHOTOappears and a still image will be recorded  
for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording  
resumes.  
SNAP MODE  
FULL  
P I NUP  
FRAME  
AUTO  
Regardless of the Power Switch position (“  
or  
MANUAL  
), 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)  
FULL  
Snapshot mode with no  
frame  
NOTES:  
To remove the shutter sound, BEEPon pg. 46, 48.  
If Snapshot recording is not possible, PHOTOblinks  
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.  
If Programme AE with special effects (pg. 38) is  
engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special  
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such  
a case, the icon blinks.  
PIN-UP  
Pin-Up mode  
If SNAPSHOT is pressed when DISis set to ON”  
(pg. 47), the Stabiliser will be disabled.  
The Motor Drive mode is disabled when REC  
SELECTis set to “  
/
in the Menu Screen  
(pg. 49).  
If REC SELECTis set to “  
/
in the DSC  
Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory  
card as well (640 X 480 pixels).  
FRAME  
Snapshot mode with frame  
During tape playback as well, all snapshot modes are  
available when “  
COPYis set to OFFin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 50). However, the shutter sound  
is not heard.  
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.  
There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.  
EN 43  
Focus detection zone  
While focusing on a further  
subject  
While focusing on a nearer  
subject  
FEATURE: Auto Focus  
PURPOSE:  
The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.  
5 cm to the subject) to infinity.  
However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual  
focusing):  
When two subjects overlap in the same scene.  
When illumination is low.*  
When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or  
a clear, blue sky.*  
When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*  
When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.  
When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.  
When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.  
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:  
,
,
and  
NOTES:  
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft  
cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.  
When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first (pg. 18). 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(pg. 48) is activated.  
FEATURE: Manual Focus  
PURPOSE:  
To obtain correct focus.  
OPERATION:  
1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments  
(pg. 10).  
2) Set the Power Switch to MANUAL while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press  
FOCUS (pgs. 80 and 81, # FOCUS Button) The manual focus indicator appears.  
3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards +. “ ” appears and blinks.  
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.  
4) Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Focus adjustment is complete.  
AUTO  
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to “  
.  
If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.  
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.  
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
44 EN  
FOR RECORDING (cont.)  
Exposure Control  
Iris Lock  
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the  
following situations:  
Use this function in the following situations:  
When shooting a moving subject.  
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.  
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.  
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even  
when the subject moves away from you, the image  
will not darken or brighten.  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
Before the following steps, perform steps 1  
through 4 of Exposure Control.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “  
EXPOSURE, then press it.  
5
Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD  
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold the  
MENU/BRIGHT wheel for over 2 seconds. The  
exposure control indicator and “ ” appear.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
MANUAL, then press it. The Menu Screen disap-  
pears. The exposure control indicator appears.  
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. “ ” changes to  
and the iris is locked.  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards +to  
brighten the image, or towards “–” to darken the  
image. (maximum ±6)  
Iris lock indicator  
MENU/  
6
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Exposure  
adjustment is complete.  
3
BRIGHT Wheel  
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .  
..... select AUTOin step 4. Or, set the Power Switch  
AUTO  
to “  
.  
BACKLIGHT Button (5)  
To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .  
..... press BACKLIGHT.  
is displayed and the  
subject is brightened. If pressed again,  
disappears and the brightness returns to the  
previous level.  
+3 exposure has the same effect as the  
BACKLIGHT Button.  
Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the  
subject to become too bright and the subject to  
become white.  
Power Switch  
Backlight compensations is also available when the  
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .  
..... rotate MENU/BRIGHT to display AUTOthen  
press it in step 4. The exposure control indicator  
and “ ” disappear. Or, set the Power switch to  
AUTO  
AUTO  
Power Switch is set to “  
.  
NOTE:  
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same  
time with backlight, spotlight (pg. 39) compensation  
and SNOW(pg. 39).  
.  
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .  
..... after step 4 of Exposure Control, adjust the  
exposure rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel.  
Then lock the iris in step 5 of Iris Lock. For  
automatic locking, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT  
wheel to select AUTO, then press it in step 4.  
The iris becomes automatic after about 2  
seconds.  
Iris  
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.  
EN 45  
White Balance Adjustment  
Manual White Balance Operation  
A term that refers to the correctness of colour  
reproduction under various lighting. If the white  
balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately  
reproduced.  
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under  
various types of lighting.  
1
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance  
adjustment, and select MWB.  
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.  
However, more advanced camcorder operators  
control this function manually to achieve a more  
professional colour/tint reproduction.  
2
Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the  
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the  
white paper fills the screen.  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
3
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in until  
begins blinking rapidly.  
When the setting is completed,  
blinking.  
resumes normal  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
4 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in twice. The  
Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance  
indicator is displayed.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
W.BALANCE, then press it. The W.BALANCE  
Menu appears.  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired mode.  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
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 is used.  
White paper  
5
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Selection is  
complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.  
The Menu Screen closes and the selected mode  
indicator except AUTOappears.  
Power Switch  
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .  
..... select AUTOin step 4. Or, set the Power Switch  
AUTO  
to “  
.  
NOTES:  
In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper.  
In such a case, adjust focus manually (pg. 43).  
A subject can be shot under various types of lighting  
conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight,  
etc.). Because the colour temperature is different  
depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ  
depending on the white balance settings. Use this  
function for a more natural result.  
NOTE:  
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone  
(pg. 39) is activated.  
Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is  
retained even if the power is turned off or the battery  
removed.  
46 EN  
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
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 (pg. 47 49).  
Lock Button  
MANUAL  
while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
1
Set the Power Switch to “  
Power Switch  
2
3
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired function menu, and press it. The selected  
function menu appears.  
Display  
W I P E / FADER  
PROGRAM AE  
EXPOSURE  
W. BALANCE  
CAMERA  
OF  
F
Menu Screen  
4
Function menu setting depends on the function.  
If you have selected “  
WIPE/FADER,  
MANUAL  
REC MODE  
SOUND MODE  
ZOOM  
SNAP MODE  
GA I N UP  
SP  
SYSTEM  
PROGRAM AE, “  
EXPOSUREor  
12B I T  
D I SPLAY  
DSC  
40  
FULL  
AGC  
X
W. BALANCE. . .  
END  
..... see pg. 47.  
If you have selected “  
CAMERA, “  
RETURN  
MANUAL, “  
SYSTEM, “  
DISPLAYor  
DSC. . .  
..... go to step 5.  
Sub Menu  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
D I S  
OFF  
ON  
desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears.  
Then, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.  
6
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
RETURNand press it twice. The Menu Screen  
closes.  
The  
icon represents END.  
BEEP  
MELODY  
ON  
TALLY  
NOTE:  
DEMO MODE  
S I DE LED  
CAM RESET  
ON  
ON  
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.  
RETURN  
ON SCREEN  
DATE / T I ME  
T I ME CODE  
CLOCK  
LCD / TV  
AUTO  
OFF  
2 5 . 12 . 02  
17 : 3 0  
ADJ .  
RETURN  
QUAL I TY  
I MAGE S I ZE  
REC SELECT  
F I NE  
1024X768  
W I P E / FADER  
PROGRAM AE  
EXPOSURE  
W. BALANCE  
CAMERA  
RETURN  
MANUAL  
SYSTEM  
D I SPLAY  
DSC  
END  
Normal Screen  
EN 47  
Menu Screen Explanations  
WIPE/FADER  
PROGRAM AE  
EXPOSURE  
Refer to Fade/Wipe Effects(pg. 40, 41).  
Refer to Programme AE With Special Effects(pg. 38, 39).  
Refer to Exposure Controland Iris Lock(pg. 44).  
W.BALANCE  
Refer to White Balance Adjustmentand Manual White Balance Operation”  
(pg. 45).  
REC MODE  
Allows you to set the tape recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your  
preference (pg. 13).  
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  
10X  
Enables tape recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent  
to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)  
ZOOM  
When set to 10Xwhile using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to  
10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.  
40X  
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying  
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum  
of 40X digital magnification.  
500X  
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying  
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum  
of 500X digital magnification.  
SNAP MODE  
GAIN UP OFF  
AGC  
Refer to Snapshot (For Tape Recording)(pg. 42).  
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.  
The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.  
AUTO  
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 1/200 sec.). Shooting a  
subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter  
image than in the AGC mode, but the subjects movements are not smooth or  
natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is  
being automatically adjusted, “  
is displayed.  
DIS  
OFF  
ON  
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at  
high magnification.  
NOTES:  
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or  
under the following conditions:  
When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.  
When shooting dark or dim subjects.  
When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.  
When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.  
When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.  
Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.  
The “  
indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.  
: Factory-preset  
NOTES:  
MANUAL  
.  
AUTO  
Settings made in the “  
CAMERAMenu remain effective whether the Power Switch is set to “  
or “  
MANUAL  
However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “  
.  
MANUAL  
The “  
MANUALsettings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “  
.  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
48 EN  
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)  
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)  
TELE  
MACRO  
OFF  
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the  
zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m 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.  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.  
ON  
WIDE  
MODE  
OFF  
Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a  
normal screen ratio.  
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 becomes 16:9.  
appears. When using this mode, refer  
to your wide-screen TVs 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.  
The CINEMAmode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is  
set to VIDEO.  
SQUEEZE For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image  
to fit the screen without distortion. appears. When using this mode, refer to  
your wide-screen TVs instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3  
TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.  
The SQUEEZEmode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is  
set to VIDEO.  
S.WIDE  
appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical  
zoom wide angle range. This modes wide angle setting is equivalent to using  
a 0.9X wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.9X to 10X. This mode  
is suitable for shooting in a small room.  
• “S.WIDEmode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to  
VIDEO.  
OFF  
ON  
Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.  
WIND  
CUT  
Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “  
appears. The quality of the  
sound will change. This is normal.  
OFF  
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.  
BEEP  
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 (pg. 26, 42).  
MELODY  
Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also  
activates the shutter sound effect (pg. 26, 42).  
OFF  
ON  
The tally lamp remains off at all times.  
TALLY  
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.  
: Factory-preset  
NOTES:  
MANUAL  
.  
The “  
MANUALsettings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “  
SYSTEMfunctions which are set when the Power Switch is set to MANUAL are also applied when the Power  
“  
Switch is set to PLAY(pg. 50).  
EN 49  
DEMO  
MODE  
OFF  
ON  
Automatic demonstration will not take place.  
Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects,  
etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate.  
Demonstration starts in the following cases:  
When the Menu Screen is closed after DEMO MODEis turned ON.  
With DEMO MODEset to ON, if there is no operation for about 3 minutes  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
.  
after the Power Switch is set to “  
or “  
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration  
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the  
demonstration will resume.  
NOTES:  
If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.  
DEMO MODEremains ONeven if the camcorder power is turned off.  
If DEMO MODEremains ON, some functions will not be available. After  
viewing demo, set to OFF.  
SIDE LED  
ON  
The Side LED indicator (p. 80, 81) lights on the camcorder when the Power  
AUTO  
MANU  
AL  
.  
Switch is set to “  
or “  
OFF  
CAM  
RESET  
CANCEL  
Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.  
EXECUTE Resets all settings to the factory-preset.  
ON  
SCREEN  
LCD  
Keeps the camcorders display (except the date, time and time code) from  
appearing on the connected TV screen.  
LCD/TV  
Makes the camcorders display appear on screen when the camcorder is  
connected to a TV.  
DATE/  
TIME  
OFF  
The date/time does not appear.  
AUTO  
Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:  
When the Power Switch is set from OFFto “  
MANUAL  
.  
AUTO  
or “  
When tape playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when  
scenes are recorded.  
When the date is changed during tape playback.  
ON  
The date/time is always displayed.  
Time code is not displayed.  
OFF  
ON  
TIME  
CODE  
Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame  
numbers are not displayed during recording.  
CLOCK ADJ.  
QUALITY  
Allows you to set the current date and time (pg. 11).  
Refer to Picture Quality/Image Size Setting(pg. 14).  
IMAGE SIZE  
REC  
SELECT  
When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set  
to VIDEO, still images are recorded only onto the tape.  
When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set  
to VIDEO, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also on the  
memory card (640 x 480 pixels). In this mode, the SNAP MODEselection in  
the CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card recording.  
/
: Factory-preset  
NOTES:  
MANUAL  
are also applied  
SYSTEMand “  
DISPLAYfunctions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “  
when the Power Switch is set to PLAY(  
pg. 50). CLOCK ADJ.only appears when the Power Switch is set to  
MANUAL  
.  
AUTO  
. However,  
Settings made in the “  
the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “  
DISPLAYMenu remain effective even when the Power Switch is set to “  
MANUAL  
.  
The date indication can also be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided)  
(pg. 23, 52, 59).  
50 EN  
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor to  
access this switch.)  
For Playback Menu  
The following procedure applies to all except Synchro  
Comp (pg. 62).  
Power Switch  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
1
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO,  
then set the Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
3
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired function menu, and press it. The selected  
function menu appears.  
Display  
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.  
V I DEO  
SYSTEM  
D I SPLAY  
SOUND MODE  
12B I T MODE  
SYNCHRO  
REC MODE  
COPY  
Lock Button  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the  
desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete.  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button  
6
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “  
RETURNand press it twice to close the Menu Screen.  
END  
Menu Screen Explanations  
SOUND MODE pg. 51.  
SOUND MODE  
STEREO  
SOUND  
O . O  
12BIT MODE  
SYNCHRO  
REC MODE  
pg. 51.  
12B I T MODE  
SYNCHRO  
REC MODE  
COPY  
1
pg. 62.  
SP  
OFF  
Allows you to set the tape  
recording mode (SP or LP)  
depending on your preference  
(pg. 13).  
RETURN  
COPY ON: Enables dubbing of images  
recorded on a tape to a memory  
card (pg. 32).  
BEEP  
MELODY  
ON  
TALLY  
OFF: Enables snapshots to be  
taken during tape playback.  
DEMO MODE  
S I DE LED  
CAM RESET  
ON  
ON  
RETURN  
Each setting is linked with “  
DISPLAY”  
or “  
SYSTEM, which appears when  
MANUAL  
the Power Switch is set to “  
(pg. 48, 49).  
The parameters are the same as in the  
description on pg. 48, 49.  
ON SCREEN  
DATE / T I ME  
T I ME CODE  
LCD / TV  
AUTO  
OFF  
RETURN  
NOTES:  
The date indication can also be turned on/off by  
pressing DISPLAY on the remote control (provided).  
REC MODEcan be set when the Power Switch is set  
MANUAL  
to PLAYor “  
(pg. 13, 47).  
EN 51  
Playback Sound  
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. 50, select SOUND MODEor 12BIT MODEfrom the Menu Screen and set it to the desired  
parameter.  
STEREO  
SOUND MODE SOUND L  
SOUND R  
Sound is output on both Land Rchannels in stereo.  
Sound from the Lchannel is output in stereo.  
Sound from the Rchannel is output in stereo.  
MIX  
Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both  
Land Rchannels in stereo.  
12BIT MODE  
SOUND 1  
Original sound is output on both Land Rchannels in stereo.  
SOUND 2  
Dubbed sound is output on both Land Rchannels in stereo.  
: Factory-preset  
NOTES:  
The SOUND MODEsetting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous modelsfunctions, 12-bitis  
called 32 kHzand 16-bitis called 48 kHz.)  
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.  
Display  
ON SCREEN setting:  
For playback sound, tape  
speed and tape running.  
DATE/TIME setting:  
For date/time.  
TIME CODE setting:  
For time code.  
4
12B I T / SOUND  
L
1
SP  
6
2 5 . 12 . 02  
17 : 3 0  
12 : 34 : 24  
Frames*  
Seconds  
Minutes  
*25 frames = 1 second  
52 EN  
DUBBING  
Connector cover*  
Dubbing To A VCR  
Power Switch  
1
Following the illustration, connect the camcorder  
and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 22 and 23.  
To AV  
2
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO,  
then set the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY”  
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch, turn on the VCRs power, and insert the  
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.  
3
4 Engage the VCRs AUX and Record-Pause modes.  
Engage the camcorders Play mode to find a spot  
To  
S-VIDEO  
Audio/Video cable  
[mini-plug to RCA plug]  
(provided)  
just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press  
4/6 on the camcorder.  
5
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the  
VCRs Record mode.  
6
Engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode and  
press 4/6 on the camcorder.  
S-Video cable  
(optional)  
7
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,  
then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
NOTES:  
To AUDIO, VIDEO**  
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.  
and  
-IN  
connectors  
Y/C/CVBS”  
video out  
select switch  
Cable Adapter (provided)  
If your VCR has a SCART  
connector, use the  
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as  
required:  
provided cable adapter.  
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which  
accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video  
cable.  
VCR  
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does  
not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video  
cable.  
TV  
To choose whether or not the following displays  
appear on the connected TV . . .  
Date/Time  
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.  
..... set DATE/TIMEto AUTO, ONor OFFin  
the Menu Screen (pg. 50).  
** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.  
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control  
(provided) to turn on/off the date indication.  
Time Code  
..... set TIME CODEto ONor OFFin the Menu  
Screen (pg. 50).  
Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape  
Running Displays  
..... set ON SCREENto LCDor LCD/TVin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 50).  
EN 53  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A  
DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)  
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.  
1
Make 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.  
To  
DV OUT  
Lock Button  
2
Set this camcorders VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
MANUAL  
AUTO  
VIDEO, then the Power Switch to PLAYwhile  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,  
turn on the video units power, and insert the  
appropriate cassettes in this camcorder and the video  
unit.  
Core filter  
OFF  
PLAY  
DV cable  
(optional)  
Power Switch  
3
4
to play back the source tape.  
4 Press  
While watching the playback on the monitor,  
engage the DV connector-equipped video units  
record mode from the spot on the source tape you  
want to begin recording.  
Core filter  
To DV IN  
NOTES:  
Video unit equipped  
with DV input connector  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the  
power supply instead of the battery pack (pg. 9).  
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.  
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 Playback Zoom(pg. 57), Playback Special  
Effects(pg. 56) or Snapshotis attempted during  
playback, only the original playback image recorded on  
the tape is output from the DV connector.  
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional  
JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.  
54 EN  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT  
The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate  
this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic  
operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and  
Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional  
playback functions possible.  
1
3
Tab  
Installing The Batteries  
The remote control uses two AAA (R03)size  
batteries. See General Battery Precautions”  
(pg. 75).  
2
+
1Remove the battery compartment cover while  
pushing up the tab as illustrated.  
+
2
Insert two AAA (R03)size batteries in the  
correct direction.  
3
Re-attach the battery compartment cover.  
Remote sensor  
When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the  
remote sensor. The transmitted beams approximate effective  
distance for indoor use is 5m.  
The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause  
incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is  
directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.  
EN 55  
1
0
2
4
!
3
5
@
$
^
*
#
%
&
(
6
8
7
9
)
Functions  
With the camcorders Power  
With the camcorders Power Switch  
set to PLAY.  
Buttons  
Switch set to the camera  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
).  
position (“  
or “  
1 Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal.  
2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons  
3 DISPLAY Button  
4 SHIFT Button  
Zoom in/out (pg. 18)  
Zoom in/out (pg. 57)  
pg. 23, 50, 59  
pg. 57, 58  
5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons  
pg. 56  
Left/Right Buttons  
pg. 57  
6 REW Button  
Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on the  
tape (pg. 21)  
Displays previous page/file on the  
memory card (pg. 28)  
7 FADE/WIPE Button  
8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button  
9 EFFECT Button  
0 PAUSE IN Connector  
! START/STOP Button  
@ MBR SET Button  
pg. 60  
pg. 56  
pg. 56  
pg. 59  
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.  
pg. 58  
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.  
# SNAPSHOT Button  
$ Up Button  
pg. 57  
INSERT Button  
pg. 64  
% Down Button  
pg. 57  
A. DUB Button  
pg. 63  
^ PLAY Button  
Starts Playback of the tape (pg. 21)  
Starts Auto Playback of the memory  
card (pg. 28)  
& FF Button  
Forward/Forward Shuttle Search on the  
tape (pg. 21)  
Displays next page/file on the memory  
card (pg. 28)  
* STOP Button  
Stops the tape (pg. 21)  
Stops Auto Playback (pg. 28)  
( PAUSE Button  
) R.A.EDIT Buttons  
Pauses the tape (pg. 56)  
pg. 58 62  
56 EN  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
Remote sensor  
FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback  
PURPOSE:  
To allow slow-speed search in either direction  
during tape playback.  
OPERATION:  
1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion  
Playback, press SLOW (9 or 0) more than  
approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 1 minute in  
Slow Rewind or approx. 2 minutes in Slow  
Forward, normal playback resumes.  
To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).  
NOTES:  
You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from  
Still Playback by pressing SLOW more than approx.  
2 seconds.  
During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image  
processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.  
After SLOW (9 or 0) is pressed and held, the still  
image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed  
by a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a  
malfunction.  
SLOW  
Forward Button  
SLOW  
Rewind Button  
PLAY  
There may be a small margin between the slow-  
motion playback start point you chose and the  
actual start point for Slow-Motion Playback.  
During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be  
disturbances in video and the picture may seem  
unstable, especially with steady images. This is not  
a malfunction.  
EFFECT  
ON/OFF  
PAUSE  
EFFECT  
During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to  
pause playback.  
PLAYBACK EFFECT  
OFF  
FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback  
PLAYBACK EFFECT  
Select Menu  
PURPOSE:  
To allow frame-by-frame search during tape  
playback.  
1
2
3
4
CLASS I C F I LM  
MONOTONE  
SEP I A  
STROBE  
OPERATION:  
1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame  
Playback, press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward  
or SLOW (9) repeatedly for reverse. Each time it  
is pressed, the frame is played back.  
NOTE:  
You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from  
Still Playback by pressing SLOW (9 or 0) repeatedly.  
FEATURE: Playback Special Effects  
PURPOSE:  
To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image.  
OPERATION:  
1) To start playback, press PLAY (4).  
2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT  
Select Menu appears.  
3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT. The selected function is activated and  
after 2 seconds the menu disappears.  
To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-  
activates the selected effect.  
To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2 above.  
NOTE:  
The effects that can be used during playback are Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia and Strobe. The effects work the  
same in playback as they did in recording. Refer to page 39 for more information.  
EN 57  
Remote sensor  
FEATURE: Playback Zoom  
PURPOSE:  
To magnify the recorded image up to 50X at any  
time during playback.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.  
2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote  
control. Make sure the remote control is pointed  
at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T  
zooms in.  
3) You can move the image on screen around to  
find a particular portion of the picture. While  
holding down SHIFT, press  
(Left),  
(Right), (Up) and (Down).  
To end zoom, press and hold W until magnifica-  
tion returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and  
then press PLAY (4).  
Up Button  
Zoom Buttons  
SHIFT  
NOTES:  
Left Button  
Down Button  
Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still  
playback.  
Due to ditital image processing, the quality of the  
image may suffer.  
PLAY  
STOP  
Right Button  
Normal playback  
To move image, press  
(Right) while keeping  
SHIFT held down.  
Press T  
58 EN  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]  
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as  
the source player. You can select up to 8 cutsfor  
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is  
more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand  
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR  
(see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by  
operating the VCR manually.  
VCR (Recording deck)  
Before operation, make sure the batteries are  
installed in the remote control (pg. 54).  
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
SHIFT  
MBR SET  
3
4
1
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the  
remote towards the VCRs infrared sensor. Then,  
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold  
MBR SET, and enter the brand code.  
2
5
1
6
The code is automatically set once you release MBR  
SET, and the VCRs power comes on.  
2
Make sure the VCRs power is on. Then, while  
holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote for the  
desired function. The functions the remote can control  
are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC  
STBY (you do not need to press SHIFT for this one).  
7
8 9 `  
You are now ready to try Random Assemble  
Editing.  
VCR CODE LIST  
VCR BRAND  
NAME  
BRAND  
CODE  
VCR BRAND  
NAME  
BRAND  
CODE  
IMPORTANT  
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs  
and those of many other makers, it may not work  
with yours or may offer limited functions.  
AKAI  
6
6
7
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
7
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
3
7
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
BLAUPUNKT  
DAEWOO  
1
1
3
8
NOTES:  
If the VCRs power does not come on in step 1, try  
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.  
Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In  
this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.  
If the remote control is not able to control the VCR, use  
the controls on the VCR.  
FERGUSON  
9
9
3
7ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2
SAMSUNG  
SANYO  
9
4
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
1
3
4ꢀ  
4
When the remote controls batteries run out, the VCR  
brand you have set will be erased.  
In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to  
reset the VCR brand.  
3
3
9
9
1
1
6
6
3
3
6ꢀ  
5
1ꢀ  
6
5ꢀ  
`
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
SELECO,  
REX  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
SHARP  
SONY  
LG/GOLDSTAR  
MITSUBISHI  
1
1
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
THOMSON,  
TELEFUNKEN,  
SABA,  
9
9
9
3
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
2
NEC  
3
3
7ꢀ  
8
PANASONIC  
1
1
1
9
1
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8
NORDMENDE  
TOSHIBA  
6
6
9ꢀ  
1
EN 59  
Connector cover**  
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
Also refer to pg. 22 and 23.  
1
A JVC VCR equipped with a remote  
pause connector . . .  
..... connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
connector.  
A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote  
pause connector but equipped with an  
R.A.EDIT connector . . .  
..... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
To S-VIDEO  
To EDIT  
To AV  
A VCR other than above . . .  
..... connect the editing cable to the remote controls  
2 PAUSE IN connector.  
Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the  
S-Video  
cable  
(optional)  
Audio/Video  
cable  
(provided)  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO, then set the  
Power Switch to PLAYwhile pressing down the  
Lock Button located on the switch.  
Editing  
cable  
(provided)  
3
Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape  
and engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCRs  
instructions).  
To AUDIO,  
VIDEO*  
and  
-IN  
connectors  
NOTES:  
If your VCR has the  
Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the  
indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do,  
they will be recorded onto the new tape.  
SCART connector,  
use the provided  
cable adapter.  
Y/C/CVBS”  
video out  
select switch  
To choose whether or not the following displays  
appear on the connected TV . . .  
Date/Time  
..... set DATE/TIMEto AUTO, ONor OFFin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 50).  
To Remote  
PAUSE or R.A.EDIT  
VCR  
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control  
(provided) to turn on/off the date indication.  
Time Code  
..... set TIME CODEto ONor OFFin the Menu  
Screen (pg. 50).  
Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running  
Displays  
To PAUSE IN  
DISPLAY  
TV  
..... set ON SCREENto LCDor LCD/TVin the Menu  
Screen (pg. 50).  
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as  
required:  
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which  
accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video  
cable.  
* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.  
** When connecting cables, open this cover.  
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does  
not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video  
cable.  
When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input  
connector, an optional DV cable can be connected  
instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.  
60EN  
Programme  
I N  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
SELECT SCENES  
OUT  
MODE  
Random Assemble  
Editing Menu  
4
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –  
– – : – –  
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
remote sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press  
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.  
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.  
5
If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the  
scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.  
• Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,  
and stop when the one you want is displayed.  
T I ME CODE  
TOTAL  
– –  
:
– –  
00 : 00  
6
At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/  
OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position  
appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.  
Remote sensor  
7
At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The  
Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble  
Editing Menu.  
8
If using a Fade/Wipe at the end of the scene,  
press FADE/WIPE.  
• Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,  
and stop when the one you want is displayed.  
• If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out  
point, the effect is automatically applied to the  
following Edit-In point.  
• When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is  
included in the total time.  
9
If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT  
(pg. 56).  
REW  
PLAY  
FF  
10 Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional  
To change previously registered points, press  
CANCEL on the remote control. The registered  
points disappear, one at a time, from the most  
recently registered point.  
scenes.  
FADE/WIPE  
EFFECT  
R.A.EDIT  
ON/OFF  
EDIT IN/OUT  
• If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Programme AE  
with special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.  
CANCEL  
NOTES:  
When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.  
If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be cancelled and  
editing will not take place.  
If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the edited  
version.  
Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total  
programme time exactly.  
Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.  
If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme AE with special effects, you cannot use the Black & White  
Fader. In this case the Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next Edit-In point is registered, the effect is  
turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during recording, then use the Black & White Fader  
during Random Assemble Editing.  
It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Programme AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing  
using a DV cable.  
EN 61  
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR  
11 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the  
beginning of the scene you want to edit and press  
PAUSE (6).  
12 Point the remote control towards the VCRs  
remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or  
manually engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode.  
13 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the  
camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right  
through to the end of the last registered scene.  
When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters  
the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-  
Pause mode.  
If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will  
be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.  
If you operate the camcorder during automatic  
editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode  
and automatic editing will stop.  
Recording  
Start/Stop Button  
I N  
OUT  
MODE  
Random Assemble  
Editing Menu  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
00 : 25  
07 : 18  
03 : 33  
09 : 30  
15 : 55  
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
02 : 05 – – – –  
08 : 31 – – – –  
05 : 53  
– –  
– –  
13 : 15  
16 : 29 – – – –  
– –  
– – – –  
:
T I ME CODE  
TOTAL  
1 6  
:
3 0  
14 Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and  
9 : 39  
the VCR.  
To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear,  
press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.  
Remote Sensor  
NOTES:  
Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control  
clears all settings registered during Random Assemble  
Editing.  
When the editing cable is connected to the remote  
controls Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure  
the remote control is pointed at the VCRs sensor, and  
the path between the two is unobstructed.  
Random Assemble Editing may not function properly  
when using a tape including several duplicated time  
codes (pg. 20).  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
PAUSE  
R.A.EDIT  
ON/OFF  
VCR REC STBY  
62EN  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
Programme 1  
For More Accurate Editing  
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause  
to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin  
editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the  
same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find  
that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For  
a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of  
the camcorder against your VCR.  
I N  
– – : – –  
OUT  
MODE  
Random Assemble  
Editing Menu  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –  
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
T I ME CODE  
TOTAL  
– –  
:
– –  
00 : 00  
DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING  
VIDEO Menu  
1
Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point  
the remote control at the camcorders remote sensor  
and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.  
SYNCHRO  
O . 1  
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.  
2
Perform Random Assemble Editing on Pro-  
gramme 1 only. In order to check VCR and  
camcorder timing, select the beginning of a scene  
transition as your Edit-In point.  
3
Play back the dubbed scene.  
Remote sensor  
If any images from the scene prior to the transition  
you chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that  
means your VCR moves too quickly from Record-  
Pause to Record mode.  
If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the  
VCR is slow to start recording.  
ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING  
4
Point the remote control at the camcorders  
remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make  
the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then  
press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
VIDEOand press it. The VIDEO Menu  
appears. Then, rotate it to SYNCHROand press it.  
The value for SYNCHROis highlighted.  
6
Based on the diagnostics performed, you can  
now advance the VCRs record timing by rotating the  
MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards +. You can also  
delay the VCRs record timing by rotating the MENU/  
BRIGHT wheel towards . The adjustment range is  
from 1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments.  
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to finish the  
setting.  
R.A.EDIT  
ON/OFF  
7
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select  
RETURNand press it twice.  
Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning  
with step 4 on page 60.  
NOTES:  
Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do  
a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check  
whether the value you have input is appropriate or not,  
and make adjustments accordingly.  
Depending on the recorder, there may be situations  
where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.  
EN 63  
Display  
Audio Dubbing  
6e  
Audio Dub Standby  
mode  
The audio track can be customized only when  
recorded in the 12-bit mode (pg. 47).  
NOTES:  
Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in  
16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a  
blank portion of a tape.  
To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the  
television, make connections (pg. 22).  
Power Switch  
1
Play back the tape to locate the point where  
editing will start, then press PAUSE (6).  
2
While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,  
press PAUSE (6). 6eappears.  
3
Press PLAY (4) , then begin narrating.  
Speak into the microphone.  
To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).  
4
To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then  
STOP (5).  
Speaker  
To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .  
..... set 12BIT MODEto SOUND 2or MIXin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 50, 51).  
Remote sensor  
NOTES:  
Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio  
Dubbing.  
When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,  
the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.  
If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound  
may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded  
areas.  
If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback,  
move the camcorders microphone away from the TV,  
or turn down the TVs volume.  
If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and  
then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective  
from the point where 16-bit recording began.  
During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes  
recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit  
audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops  
(pg. 85).  
MIC (external  
microphone  
input) connector  
Stereo  
microphone  
Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional  
microphone connected to the MIC connector.  
While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in  
microphone is disabled.  
A.DUB  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
STOP  
64EN  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
Insert Editing  
You can record a new scene into a previously  
recorded tape, replacing a section of the original  
recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and  
outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged.  
NOTES:  
Before performing the following steps, make sure that  
TIME CODEis set to ONin the Menu Screen  
(pg. 49, 51).  
Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the  
LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.  
To perform Insert Editing while watching in the  
television, make connections (pg. 22).  
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
1
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and  
press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this point  
(pg. 49, 51).  
Display  
2
Press REW (2) until the Edit-In point is located,  
then press PAUSE (6).  
w
6
3
Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote  
control, then press PAUSE (6). 6wand the Time  
Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters  
Insert-Pause mode.  
12 : 34  
4
Press START/STOP to begin editing.  
Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in  
step 1.  
Remote sensor  
To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it again  
to resume editing.  
5
To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then  
STOP (5).  
NOTES:  
Programme AE with special effects (pg. 38, 39) can  
be used to spice up the scenes being edited during  
Insert Editing.  
During Insert Editing, the date and time information  
changes.  
If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the  
tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure  
you only edit recorded areas.  
During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes  
recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert  
Edting stops (pg. 86).  
START/STOP  
INSERT  
PLAY  
REW  
STOP  
PAUSE  
EN 65  
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS  
[A] Using USB cable  
To USB  
connector  
To USB  
USB cable  
(provided)  
PC  
OR  
[B] Using DV cable  
Power Switch  
Core filter  
Core filter  
To DV  
DV cable  
(optional)  
To DV  
connector  
PC with DV  
connector  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
(Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)  
NOTES:  
Connection To A Personal Computer  
Refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB  
CONNECTION GUIDEfor the installation of the  
bundled software and drivers.  
[A] Using USB cable  
This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by  
using the provided software.  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the  
power supply instead of the battery pack (pg. 9).  
Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable  
simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the  
cable you wish to use to the camcorder.  
If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB  
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the  
USB mode.  
[B] Using DV cable  
It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with  
a DV connector by using software equipped with the  
PC or commercially available software.  
1
2 Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.  
Connect the camcorder to your PC using the  
The date/time information cannot be captured into the  
PC.  
Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and  
appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.  
Software.  
3
If you are using the USB connection, set the  
VIDEO/MEMORY switch to MEMORY.  
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  
depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins)  
on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the  
capture board.  
4
Turn the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY”  
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch and turn on the PC.  
Refer to the instruction manual of the software on  
how to transfer a still image to the PC.  
The system may not work properly depending on the  
PC or capture board you are using.  
5
When finished, turn off the PC first, then the  
camcorder.  
ACCESSING FILESappears on the LCD monitor  
while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or  
the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC.  
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while  
ACCESSING FILESis displayed on the LCD  
monitor since this can result in product damage.  
66EN  
REFERENCES  
REFERENCES  
CONTENTS  
DETAILS ............................................ 67  
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 68 – 73  
USER MAINTENANCE ............................. 74  
CAUTIONS .................................. 75 – 77  
SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 78 – 79  
INDEX ....................................... 80 – 86  
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 80 – 81  
Indications ................................... 82 – 86  
TERMS ........................ 87 – Back Cover  
EN 67  
DETAILS  
I T E M S  
Power  
N O T E S  
Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to  
25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too  
cold, charging may be incomplete.  
(pg. 8)  
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.  
Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of  
the battery pack.  
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter near a radio.  
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm  
during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.  
The following operation stops charging:  
Set the Power Switch to PLAY, “  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
.  
or “  
Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder.  
Unplug the AC adapters power cord from the AC outlet.  
Detach the battery from the camcorder.  
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.  
TAPE  
RECORDING  
(pg. 16, 17)  
The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.  
There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the  
cassette holder opens. Do not use force.  
Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it  
recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.  
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 ENDappears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off  
automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. TAPE ENDalso appears  
when a cassette at its end is loaded.  
About Batteries  
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may  
cause a fire or explosion.  
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short  
circuit and possibly start a fire.  
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries  
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold  
temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place  
the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the  
camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.  
(If youre using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)  
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.  
68 EN  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest 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.  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
1 No power is supplied.  
The power is not connected  
properly.  
The battery is dead.  
Connect the AC Adapter securely  
(pg. 9).  
Replace the dead battery with a  
fully charged one (pg. 8, 9).  
2 SET DATE/TIME!appears. The date/time is not set.  
The built-in clock battery has run  
Set the date/time (pg. 11).  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer  
for replacement.  
out and the previously set date/time  
has been erased.  
3 Recording cannot be  
For Tape Recording —  
The tapes erase protection tab is  
set to SAVE.  
The Power Switch is set to PLAY”  
or OFF.  
Set the tapes erase protection tab  
to REC(pg. 12).  
AUTO  
performed.  
Set the Power Switch to “  
or  
MANUAL  
(pg. 17).  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
VIDEO.  
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set  
to MEMORY.  
• “TAPE ENDappears.  
Replace with new cassette  
(pg. 12).  
The cassette holder cover is open.  
For Memory Card Recording —  
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set  
to VIDEO.  
Close the cassette holder cover.  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
MEMORY.  
4 There is no picture.  
The camcorder is not getting power, Turn the camcorders power off and  
or some other malfunction exists.  
on again (pg. 17).  
5 The focus does not adjust  
Focus is set to the Manual mode.  
The recording was done in a dark  
place, or the contrast was low.  
The lens is dirty or covered with  
condensation.  
Set Focus to the Auto mode  
(pg. 43).  
Clean the lens and check the focus  
again (pg. 74).  
automatically.  
EN 69  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
6 The cassette will not load  
The cassette is in the wrong  
position.  
The batterys charge is low.  
Set it in the right position  
(pg. 12).  
Install a fully charged battery  
(pg. 8, 9).  
properly.  
7 The memory card will not  
The memory card is in the wrong  
position.  
Set it in the right position  
(pg. 14).  
load properly.  
8 Snapshot mode cannot be  
The Squeeze mode is selected.  
Disengage the Squeeze mode  
(pg. 48).  
used.  
9 The colour of Snapshot  
The light source or the subject does Find a white subject and compose  
looks strange.  
not include white. Or there are  
various different light sources  
behind the subject.  
your shot so that it also appears in  
the frame (pg. 26, 42).  
Turn off Sepia and Monotone  
(pg. 38, 39).  
The Sepia or Monotone mode is  
activated.  
0 The image taken using  
Shooting was performed under  
backlit conditions.  
Press the BACKLIGHT Button  
(pg. 44).  
Snapshot is too dark.  
! The image taken using  
The subject is too bright.  
Set PROGRAM AEto  
SPOTLIGHTin the Menu Screen  
(pg. 38).  
Snapshot is too bright.  
@ Digital Zoom does not work. 10X optical zoom is selected.  
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set  
to MEMORY.  
Set ZOOMto 40Xor 500Xin  
the Menu Screen (pg. 47).  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
VIDEO(pg. 17, 18).  
# The Black & White Fader  
The Sepia or Monotone mode is  
activated.  
Turn off Sepia and Monotone  
(pg. 38, 40).  
does not work.  
$ Even when Slow Shutter is  
not selected, the image  
looks like it is activated.  
When shooting in the dark, the unit If you want the lighting to look  
becomes highly sensitive to light  
and the image takes on an effect  
similar to Slow Shutter.  
more natural, set GAIN UP to  
AGCor OFFin the Menu  
Screen (pg. 47).  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
70 EN  
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
% White Balance cannot be  
The Sepia or Monotone mode is  
activated.  
Turn off Sepia or Monotone before  
setting White Balance (pg. 39,  
45).  
activated.  
^ When shooting a subject  
illuminated by bright light,  
vertical lines appear.  
This is a result of exceedingly high  
contrast, and is not a malfunction.  
————  
————  
& When the screen is under  
direct sunlight during  
shooting, the screen  
becomes red or black for an  
instant.  
This is not a malfunction.  
* During recording, the date/  
• “DATE/TIMEis set to OFFin the  
Menu Screen.  
Set DATE/TIMEto ONin the  
Menu Screen (pg. 49).  
time does not appear.  
( Files stored on the memory Files stored on the memory card  
card cannot be deleted. are protected.  
Remove protection from the files  
stored on the memory card and  
delete them (pg. 30, 31).  
) Time code does not appear. • “TIME CODEis set to OFFin the Set TIME CODEto ONin the  
Menu Screen.  
Menu Screen (pg. 49, 50).  
q Images on the LCD monitor In places subject to low tempera-  
Adjust the brightness and angle of  
the LCD monitor (pg. 16, 17).  
appear dark or whitish.  
ture, images become dark due to  
the characteristics of the LCD  
monitor. When this happens, the  
displayed colours differ from those  
that are actually recorded. This is  
not a defect of the camcorder.  
When the LCD monitor's fluores-  
cent light reaches the end of its  
service life, images on the LCD  
monitor become dark. Consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
EN 71  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
w The rear of the LCD monitor The light used to illuminate the LCD Close the LCD monitor to turn it off  
is hot.  
monitor causes it to become hot.  
or set the Power Switch to OFF,  
and let the unit cool down.  
e The indicators and the  
image colour on the LCD  
monitor are not clear.  
This may occur when the surface or  
the edge of the LCD monitor is  
pressed.  
————  
r The LCD monitor or  
Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain  
modes of Programme AE with  
special effects, DISand other  
functions that cannot be used  
together are selected at the same  
time.  
Re-read the sections covering  
Fade/Wipe effects, Programme AE  
with special effects and DIS”  
(pg. 38 41, 47).  
viewfinder indications blink.  
t Coloured bright spots  
appear all over the LCD  
monitor or the viewfinder.  
The LCD monitor and the view-  
finder 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 %)  
————  
————  
y During recording, sound  
This is normal.  
cannot be heard.  
AUTO  
u Play, Rewind and Fast-  
Forward functions do not  
work.  
The Power Switch is set to “  
Set the Power Switch to PLAY”  
(pg. 21).  
MANUAL  
or “  
.  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
72 EN  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
AUTO  
i A memory card cannot be  
The Power Switch is set to “  
Set the Power Switch to PLAY”  
(pg. 28).  
MANUAL  
played back.  
or “  
.  
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set Set the VIDEO/MEMORY  
to VIDEO.  
Switch to MEMORY.  
o The LCD monitor image is  
During playback of the unrecorded  
portion, High-speed Search and still  
playback, LCD monitor indications  
appear distorted. This is not a  
defect.  
distorted.  
————  
p Images on the LCD monitor The speaker volume is too great.  
Turn the speaker volume down  
(pg. 21).  
are jittery.  
Q Blocks of noise appear  
Clean the video heads with an  
optional cleaning cassette  
(pg. 76).  
during playback, or there is  
————  
no playback picture and the  
screen becomes blue.  
W The LCD monitor, the  
Wipe them gently with soft cloth.  
Wiping strongly can cause damage  
(pg. 74).  
viewfinder and the lens  
————  
have become dirty (ex.  
fingerprints).  
E An unusual mark appears.  
Check the section of the manual  
that explains LCD monitor/  
viewfinder indications  
————  
(pg. 82 86).  
R An error indication  
A malfunction of some kind has  
occurred. In this case the  
camcorders 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  
(E01, E02 or E06) appears.  
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.  
EN 73  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
T An error indication  
A malfunction of some kind has  
occurred. In this case the  
camcorders 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.  
(E03 or E04) appears.  
Y 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 (pg. 75).  
U 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 DISactivated  
(pg. 47) this can be avoided.  
I When the camcorder is  
connected via the DV  
connector, the camcorder  
does not operate.  
The DV cable was plugged/  
unplugged with power turned on.  
Turn the camcorders power off  
and on again, then operate it.  
O The memory card cannot  
be removed from the  
camcorder.  
Push in the memory card a few  
more times (pg. 14).  
————  
74 EN  
After Use  
USER MAINTENANCE  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
1
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 Turn off the camcorder.  
Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of  
the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open  
until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.  
Remove the cassette.  
2
Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor.  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to  
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.  
3
Press PUSH HEREto close the cassette holder.  
Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes  
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before  
closing the cassette holder cover.  
3
To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,  
then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.  
4
To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical  
4
Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. Press BATT.  
position. Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the  
RELEASE 2 and remove the battery pack 3 .  
direction of the arrow 1.  
5
Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at  
the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the interior of  
the viewfinder with it 2.  
6
Close the hatch. Tilt the viewfinder back to the  
horizontal position.  
NOTES:  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or  
alcohol.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack  
has been removed or other power units have been  
disconnected.  
Remove.  
Cassette holder  
Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer  
to the cautions of each product.  
OPEN/EJECT  
Switch  
Cassette  
holder cover  
PUSH HERE  
BATT. RELEASE Button  
1
3
2
1
2
Hatch  
Lens blower  
EN 75  
CAUTIONS  
Video Light  
Battery Packs  
The supplied battery pack is a  
DANGER  
The video light can become extremely  
hot. Do not touch it either while in  
operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
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 . . .  
... do not burn.  
Do not place the camcorder into the  
Terminals  
carrying case immediately after using the video  
light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.  
When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm  
between the video light and people or objects.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
Do not place the camcorder in a cabinet or box  
while the video light is in operation.  
When using the video light, if you wish to install the  
camcorder in a fixed position, attach it to a tripod,  
etc. Do not affix it directly to a surface such as a  
table top.  
... do not short-circuit the terminals. When  
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap  
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is  
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.  
... do not modify or disassemble.  
... do not expose the battery to temperatures  
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery  
to overheat, explode or catch fire.  
... use only specified chargers.  
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 chart  
below. This is a chemical reaction type battery—  
cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction,  
while warmer temperatures can prevent  
complete charging.  
It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
General Battery Precautions  
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is  
being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted.  
Replace them with fresh ones.  
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to  
high temperatures will increase natural  
discharge and shorten service life.  
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2  
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery  
every 6 months when storing the battery pack  
over a long period time.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when not  
in use, as some machines use current even  
when switched off.  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or  
explode.  
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 54.  
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from  
those specified.  
NOTES:  
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging ........................ 10°C to 35°C  
Operation ....................... 0°C to 40°C  
Storage .......................... 10°C to 30°C  
Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.  
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.  
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as  
they can leak or explode.  
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.  
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be  
stored for an extended period to avoid battery  
leakage which can cause malfunctions.  
8. Do not recharge the provided batteries.  
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CAUTIONS (cont.)  
Cassettes  
LCD Monitor  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,  
DO NOT . . .  
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on  
the bottom.  
2. To prolong service life . . .  
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
1. During use . . .  
... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.  
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes  
automatically erases the previously recorded  
video and audio signals.  
... make sure the cassette is positioned properly  
when inserting.  
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD  
monitor use.  
... 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.  
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.  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
... out of direct sunlight.  
... where they wont be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
... where they wont be exposed to strong magnetic  
fields (such as those generated by motors,  
transformers or magnets).  
Main Unit  
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .  
... open the camcorders chassis.  
... disassemble or modify the unit.  
... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.  
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in  
use.  
... vertically, in their original cases.  
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to  
enter the unit.  
Memory Cards  
... 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.  
To properly use and store your memory cards, be  
sure to read the following cautions:  
1. During use . . .  
... make sure the memory card bears the SD or  
MultiMediaCard mark.  
... make sure the memory card is positioned  
properly when inserting.  
2. While the memory card is being accessed  
(during recording, playback, deletion,  
initialization, etc.) . . .  
... never unload the memory card and never turn  
off the camcorder.  
3. Store memory cards . . .  
... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
... out of direct sunlight.  
... where they wont be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
... where they wont be exposed to strong magnetic  
fields (such as those generated by motors,  
transformers or magnets).  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near  
a cooking stove.  
... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
... near a television set.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic or  
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,  
etc.).  
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)  
extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
... in places of over 50°C.  
... in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
... in direct sunlight.  
... in a closed car in summer.  
... near a heater.  
EN 77  
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.  
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.  
... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder.  
How to handle a CD-ROM  
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface  
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write  
anything or put a sticker on either the front or back  
surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with  
a soft cloth outward from the centre hole using a  
circular motion.  
Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning  
spray.  
... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap or the grip.  
Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror  
surface.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid  
environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.  
5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:  
About moisture condensation . . .  
You have observed that pouring a cold liquid  
into a glass will cause drops of water to form  
on the glassouter 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.  
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.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause severe  
damage to the video tape, and can lead to  
internal damage to the camcorder itself.  
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 cassettes instructions.  
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems  
still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
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.  
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.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Camcorder  
General  
Power supply  
: DC 11.0 V  
DC 7.2 V  
(Using AC Adapter)  
(Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on  
LCD monitor on, viewfinder off  
Video light  
: Approx. 4.5 W  
: Approx. 5.7 W  
: Approx. 2.8 W  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
: 79 mm x 89 mm x 184 mm  
(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed down)  
Weight  
: Approx. 570 g  
Operating temperature  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
Pickup  
: 0°C to 40°C  
: 35% to 80%  
: 20°C to 50°C  
: 1/3.8" CCD  
Lens  
: F 1.8, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens  
: ø37 mm  
: 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system  
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.24" black/white LCD  
: Monaural  
Filter diameter  
LCD monitor  
Viewfinder  
Speaker  
Digital Video Camera  
Format  
Signal format  
: DV format (SD mode)  
: PAL standard  
Recording/Playback format  
: Video: Digital component recording  
: Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),  
48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)  
Cassette  
: Mini DV cassette  
Tape speed  
: SP: 18.8 mm/s  
LP: 12.5 mm/s  
Maximum recording time  
(using 80 min. cassette)  
: SP: 80 min.  
LP: 120 min.  
EN 79  
Digital Still Camera Function  
Storage media  
: SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard  
Compression system  
: Still image : JPEG (compatible)  
Moving image : MPEG4 (compatible)  
File size  
Picture quality  
: 3 modes (1280 X 960 pixels, 1024 x 768 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels)  
: 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)  
Approximate number of  
storable images  
: pg. 27.  
Connectors  
S-Video  
Output  
: Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 , analogue  
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 , analogue  
AV  
Video output  
Audio output  
DV  
: 1 V (p-p), 75 , analogue  
: 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analogue, stereo  
Output  
USB  
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant  
: 5-pin  
EDIT  
: ø3.5 mm, 2-pole  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
Output  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
: DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications  
subject to change without notice.  
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INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators  
E
1
2 3 4 5 p  
R
6
w e r  
o
T Y  
Q
0 ! @ #  
W
7
U
MANUAL  
AUTO  
8
9
OFF  
PLAY  
I
$
%
O
^ & * y  
t
d f g  
s
P
a
( ) q u i  
EN 81  
Connectors  
Controls  
The connectors w to t are located beneath a cover.  
1 OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................ pg. 12  
w Audio/Video Output Connector  
2 • Stop Button [5] .................................... pg. 21  
[AV] ............................................ pg. 22, 52, 59  
• BACKLIGHT Button ............................. pg. 44  
e External Stereo Microphone Input Connector  
3 • Rewind Button [2] ............................. pg. 21  
[MIC] ...................................................... pg. 63  
• NIGHT Button ...................................... pg. 38  
r Edit Connector [EDIT]............................ pg. 59  
t DC Input Connector ............................. pg. 8, 9  
y Digital Video Connector  
4 Play/Pause Button [4/6] ....................... pg. 21  
5 Fast-Forward Button [3] ..................... pg. 21  
6 Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] ..... pg. 16  
7 Dioptre Adjustment Control.................... pg. 10  
[DV OUT] (i.Link*) ............................ pg. 53, 65  
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry  
specification and extensions thereof. The logo  
is used for products compliant with the i.Link  
standard.  
8 Battery Release Button  
[BATT. RELEASE] ................................... pg. 8  
9 Recording Start/Stop Button .................. pg. 16  
u S-Video Output Connector  
0 • MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] .................. pg. 46  
[S-VIDEO] .................................. pg. 22, 52, 59  
• LCD Monitor BRIGHT (Brightness)  
Control [+, –] ........................................ pg. 16  
i USB (Universal Serial Bus)  
Connector .............................................. pg. 65  
! Snapshot Button  
[SNAPSHOT] ....................... pg. 26, 27, 32, 42  
@ • Power Zoom Lever [T/W]..................... pg. 18  
Indicators  
• Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] .......... pg. 21  
o Tally Lamp ....................................... pg. 16, 48  
p CHARGE Lamp ....................................... pg. 8  
Q Side LED Indicator................................. pg. 49  
W Power Lamp .................................... pg. 16, 17  
# • FOCUS Button..................................... pg. 43  
• BLANK Button ..................................... pg. 24  
$ Lock Button............................................ pg. 17  
% Power Switch  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
[
,
, PLAY, OFF] ................. pg. 17  
^ INDEX Button ........................................ pg. 29  
& INFO Button........................................... pg. 29  
Other Parts  
E • Remote Sensor.................................... pg. 54  
• Camera Sensor  
* VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
[VIDEO, MEMORY] ............................... pg. 17  
Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor  
necessary for shooting is built-in here.  
( E-MAIL Button ....................................... pg. 33  
) SELECT Button ..................................... pg. 28  
R Viewfinder .............................................. pg. 10  
T Video Light............................................. pg. 19  
Y Stereo Microphone ................................ pg. 63  
U Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................... pg. 74  
I Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... pg. 10  
O Grip Strap .............................................. pg. 10  
P LCD Monitor .................................... pg. 16, 17  
a Speaker ................................................. pg. 21  
s Battery Pack Mount ................................. pg. 8  
d Stud Hole ............................................... pg. 10  
f Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... pg. 10  
g MEMORY CARD Cover ......................... pg. 14  
q Video Light Switch  
[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]......................... pg. 19  
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INDEX Indications  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Recording Only  
1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.  
(pg. 40, 41)  
2 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.  
1
2
3 4 5 6  
(pg. 48)  
3 Rotates while the tape is running.  
4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).  
(pg. 13)  
(pg. 16)  
(pg. 16)  
LP 50min  
REC  
5 Displays the tape remaining time.  
w
6
6 • “RECappears during recording.  
• “PAUSEappears during Record-Standby  
mode.  
(pg. 16)  
7 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to  
SOUND 12B I T  
15 : 55  
cut down on noise created by wind. (pg. 48)  
8 Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert  
Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged.(pg. 64)  
9 Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds  
after turning on the camcorder.  
(pg. 47)  
0
9
8 7  
0 Displays the Time Code.  
(pg. 20, 49)  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Memory Card Recording Only  
1 Displays the image size.  
(pg. 14)  
2 Appears and blinks during shooting. (pg. 26)  
3 Appears during shooting.  
Blinks when a memory card is not loaded.  
(pg. 26)  
1
2 3 4 5  
1024  
4 Displays the picture quality.  
15  
There are 2 modes available: F (Fine) and  
S (Standard) (in order of quality).  
5 Displays the remaining number of shots that can  
be stored. (pg. 26)  
(pg. 14)  
EN 83  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Tape And Memory Card  
Recording  
8 9  
1
40x W  
T
PHOTO  
0
!
2
3
4
5
3
6
BR I GHT  
1 0 . 01 . 02  
10 : 0 0  
7
#
@
AUTO  
1 Appears when the Power Switch is set to “  
.  
6 Appears when the iris is locked.  
(pg. 44)  
(pg. 17)  
7 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) is  
2 •  
: Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.  
(pg. 38)  
: Appears when GAIN UPis set to  
engaged. (pg. 47)  
8 Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during  
zooming.  
(pg. 18)  
AUTOand the shutter speed is being  
9 Appears during zooming.  
Zoom level indicator  
automatically adjusted.  
3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted.  
(pg. 45)  
(pg. 47)  
(pg. 18)  
0 Appears when taking a Snapshot. (pg. 26, 42)  
! Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.  
4 • “ؓ: Appears when the exposure is adjusted.  
(pg. 16)  
(pg. 11)  
(pg. 44)  
@ Displays the date/time.  
# Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.  
(pg. 43)  
: Appears when backlight compensation is  
used. (pg. 44)  
5 Displays the selected Programme AE with special  
effects. (pg. 38)  
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INDEX Indications (cont.)  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback  
1 Displays the sound mode.  
2 Displays the Blank Search mode.  
3 Displays the tape speed.  
(pg. 50, 51)  
(pg. 24)  
1
2
3
4
(pg. 13)  
4 Appears while a tape is running.  
4
: Playback  
12B I T  
L
/
SOUND  
1
SP  
4
6
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search  
: Rewind/Shuttle search  
: Pause  
6
1
e
4
: Forward slow-motion  
: Reverse slow-motion  
: Audio Dubbing  
BLANK SEARCH  
VOLUME  
6
6e : Audio Dubbing Pause  
5 Displays the date/time.  
(pg. 50, 51)  
2 5 . 12 . 02  
10 : 0 0  
6 BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD  
monitor. (pg. 16)  
VOLUME : Displays the speaker volume.  
(pg. 21)  
116 : 21 : 25  
7
6
5
The level indicator moves.  
7 Displays the time code.  
(pg. 50, 51)  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Memory Card Playback  
1 Displays the operation mode.  
(pg. 29)  
2 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.  
1
(pg. 16)  
The level indicator moves.  
BR I GHT  
2
EN 85  
Warning Indications  
Indications  
Function  
Displays the battery remaining power.  
Remaining power level: high  
Remaining power level: exhausted  
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator  
blinks.  
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.  
Appears when no tape is loaded.  
(pg. 12)  
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is  
CHECK TAPES ERASE  
PROTECTION TAB  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
set to “  
or “  
and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO.  
pg. 12)  
(  
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording or playback.  
Use an optional cleaning cassette. (pg. 76)  
HEAD CLEANING  
REQUIRED USE  
CLEANING CASSETTE  
Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait more  
than 1 hour until condensation disappears.  
CONDENSATION  
OPERATION PAUSED  
PLEASE WAIT  
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or  
AUTO  
or  
TAPE!  
SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “  
MANUAL  
and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO.  
Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.  
(pg. 67)  
TAPE END  
Appears if a tape in another format is loaded when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set  
to VIDEO.  
DIFFERENT  
FORMATTED TAPE  
Appears when the date/time is not set.  
Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set  
(pg. 11)  
SET DATE/TIME!  
date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.  
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.  
LENS CAP  
or  
LENS COVER  
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.  
A. DUB ERROR!  
(pg. 63)  
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.  
(pg. 63)  
A. DUB ERROR!  
<CANNOT DUB  
ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>  
<CANNOT DUB  
ON A 16BIT  
RECORDING>  
<CHECK TAPES ERASE  
PROTECTION TAB>  
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio.  
(pg. 63)  
Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase  
protection tab is set to SAVE.  
(pg. 63)  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
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INDEX Indications (cont.)  
Indications  
Function  
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.  
(pg. 64)  
INSERT ERROR!  
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.  
(pg. 64)  
INSERT ERROR!  
<CANNOT EDIT  
ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>  
<CHECK TAPES ERASE  
PROTECTION TAB>  
Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase  
protection tab is set to SAVE.  
(pg. 64)  
Appears when the memory cards memory is full and shooting is not  
possible.  
MEMORY IS FULL  
Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory  
card:  
when no memory card is loaded.  
COPYING FAILED  
when the memory card's memory is full.  
when the memory card is not formatted.  
(pg. 32, 33)  
Appears if there is no memory card loaded when you attempt to record on a  
memory card or access data on a memory card.  
MEMORY CARD!  
or  
PLEASE INSERT CARD  
PLEASE  
FORMAT  
Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is  
corrupt, or it has not been initialised. Initialise the memory card. (pg. 36)  
Appears if there are no image files stored on the memory card when you  
attempt memory card playback.  
NO IMAGES STORED  
Appears if there are no E-Mail Clip files stored on the memory card when you  
NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED  
attempt memory card playback.  
(pg. 33)  
Appears when the camcorder does not recognize the loaded memory card.  
Remove the memory card once and insert it again. Repeat these procedures  
until no indication appears. If the indication still appears, the memory card is  
corrupted.  
CARD ERROR!  
UNSUPPORTED FILES  
Appears if a file in another format is selected.  
Appears when you attempt to record on a copy-protected SD Memory Card.  
Appears when you attempt Memory Card menu operation with a copy-  
protected SD Memory Card loaded.  
CHECK CARDS WRITE  
PROTECTION SWITCH  
The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type of malfunction has  
occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automati-  
cally. 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.  
E01, E02 or E06  
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD  
MODE REMOVE AND  
REATTACH BATTERY  
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.  
E03 or E04  
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD  
MODE EJECT AND  
REINSERT TAPE  
EN 87  
Terms  
A
I
AC Adapter................................................ pg. 8, 9  
Audio Dubbing ............................................ pg. 63  
Auto Date .................................................... pg. 49  
Auto Focus .................................................. pg. 43  
Auto Playback ............................................. pg. 28  
Auto Shut off ................................... pg. 16, 21, 27  
Icons ................................................... pg. 47 49  
Index Playback............................................ pg. 29  
Index Screen ............................................... pg. 29  
Initialise A Memory Card ............................. pg. 36  
Insert Editing ............................................... pg. 64  
Iris ............................................................... pg. 44  
Iris Lock ....................................................... pg. 44  
B
J
Backlight Compensation ............................. pg. 44  
Battery Low ................................................. pg. 85  
Battery Pack ........................................ pg. 8, 9, 75  
Beep............................................................ pg. 48  
Blank Search............................................... pg. 24  
Brighten The LCD Monitor .......................... pg. 16  
Journalistic Shooting ................................... pg. 17  
L
LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications .... pg. 82 86  
Load A Tape ................................................ pg. 12  
M
C
Manual Focus ............................................. pg. 43  
Memory Card ........................................ pg. 14, 76  
Menu Screen, CAMERA ............................. pg. 47  
Menu Screen, DISPLAY ........................ pg. 49, 50  
Menu Screen, DSC ............................... pg. 14, 49  
Menu Screen, MANUAL........................ pg. 47, 48  
Menu Screen, SYSTEM ...................... pg. 48 50  
Menu Screen, VIDEO ................................. pg. 50  
Monotone .................................................... pg. 39  
Motor Drive Mode ....................................... pg. 42  
MultiMediaCard ..................................... pg. 14, 76  
Channels (Left/Right) .................................. pg. 51  
Charge The Battery Pack .............................. pg. 8  
Cinema ........................................................ pg. 48  
Classic Film................................................. pg. 39  
Clean The Camcorder ................................. pg. 74  
Connections ................ pg. 8, 9, 22, 23, 52, 59, 65  
D
Darken The LCD Monitor ............................ pg. 16  
Date/Time Display ............................... pg. 49 51  
Date/Time Settings...................................... pg. 11  
Deleting Files .............................................. pg. 31  
Demonstration Mode ............................... pg. 6, 49  
Digital Zoom .......................................... pg. 18, 47  
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ...................... pg. 47  
Dioptre Adjustment...................................... pg. 10  
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) .............. pg. 34  
Dubbing................................................. pg. 52, 53  
N
Night-Scope ................................................ pg. 38  
P
Picture Quality/Image Size.......................... pg. 14  
Playback Special Effects ............................. pg. 56  
Playback Zoom ........................................... pg. 57  
Power Switch Position ................................ pg. 17  
Programme AE With Special Effects ..... pg. 38, 39  
Protecting Files ........................................... pg. 30  
Provided Accessories.................................... pg. 5  
E
E-Mail Clip Recording ................................. pg. 33  
Erase Protection ......................................... pg. 12  
Exposure Control ........................................ pg. 44  
R
F
Random Assemble Editing .................. pg. 58 62  
Record-Standby .......................................... pg. 16  
Recording Mode.......................................... pg. 13  
Remote Control ........................................... pg. 54  
Reset........................................................... pg. 49  
Rewind The Tape ........................................ pg. 21  
Fade-In/Out ........................................... pg. 40, 41  
Fast-Forward The Tape ............................... pg. 21  
Frame-By-Frame Playback ................... pg. 21, 56  
G
Gain Up ....................................................... pg. 47  
Grip Adjustment .......................................... pg. 10  
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T
SD Memory Card .................................. pg. 14, 76  
Self-Recording ............................................ pg. 17  
Sepia ........................................................... pg. 39  
Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. pg. 58  
Shuttle Search ............................................ pg. 21  
Shutter Speed ............................................. pg. 39  
Slow-Motion Playback........................... pg. 21, 56  
Slow Shutter ................................................ pg. 39  
Snapshot ............................................... pg. 26, 42  
Snapshot Mode ........................................... pg. 42  
Snow ........................................................... pg. 39  
Sound Mode .................................... pg. 47, 50, 51  
Speaker Volume .......................................... pg. 21  
Specifications ........................................ pg. 78, 79  
Sports .......................................................... pg. 39  
Spotlight ...................................................... pg. 39  
Squeeze ...................................................... pg. 48  
Still Playback............................................... pg. 21  
Strobe ......................................................... pg. 39  
Tally ............................................................. pg. 48  
Tele Macro .................................................. pg. 48  
Time Code..................................... pg. 20, 49 – 51  
Tripod Mounting .......................................... pg. 10  
Twilight ........................................................ pg. 39  
U
Unload A Tape ............................................. pg. 12  
V
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position .............. pg. 17  
Video Light .................................................. pg. 19  
W
White Balance ............................................. pg. 45  
Wide Mode .................................................. pg. 48  
Wind Cut ..................................................... pg. 48  
Wipe In/Out ........................................... pg. 40, 41  
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Zooming ...................................................... pg. 18  
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