ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5
GETTING STARTED
RECORDING
6 – 13
14 – 33
Basic Recording................................. 14
Advanced Features ............................ 20
PLAYBACK
34 – 41
Basic Playback.................................. 34
Advanced Features ............................ 35
Basic Connections .............................. 38
Advanced Connections ......................... 40
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
DUBBING
42 – 45
GR-DVX80
GR-DVX8
Dubbing To A VCR ............................. 42
Dubbing From A VCR .......................... 43
Dubbing To A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector ............ 44
Dubbing From A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector ............ 45
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
46 – 56
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Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame
Playback and Playback Zoom .............. 48
Playback Special Effects ...................... 49
Random Assemble Editing .................... 50
For More Accurate Editing .................... 54
Audio Dubbing .................................. 56
USER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
57
58 – 64
65 – 70
Docking Station ................................ 65
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 66
Indications ...................................... 68
CAUTIONS
TERMS
71 – 73
74 – 75
76 – 77
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0635-001A
EN
EN3
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm 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.)
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!
Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.)
connected, then leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the
camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked
“
” can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark
.
.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use
without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, perform-
ance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permis-
sion beforehand.)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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•Docking Station
CU-V503E or
CU-V503ED
•AC Power Adapter/Charger
•Battery Pack
BN-V507U
AA-V51EA, AA-V51A,
AA-V51A-S, AA-V51SH or
AA-V51ED
•Remote Control Unit
RM-V716U
•DC Cord
•AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
•Editing Cable
•Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to
RCA plug)
•CD-ROM
(One plug has 3 rings around
the pin, and the other has 1 ring
around the pin.)
The CD ROM contains the
following 5 software
programmes:
• JLIP Video Capture
• JLIP Video Producer
Mr. Photo Gold
• Mr. Photo
• PhotoAlbum
• ProImage Plus
•S-Video Cable
•Audio/Video (A/V) Cable
[RCA plug to RCA plug]
•Cleaning Cloth
•PC Connection Cable
•JLIP Cable (Both plugs have
3 rings around the pin.)
EN5
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when
“DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).
Ⅲ Available when the POWER Switch is set to “
cassette is in the camcorder.
” and no
Ⅲ Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for
more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
Ⅲ “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power
is turned off.
Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Operation Switch
to “ ” and set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
MENU Wheel
down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press the
MENU wheel twice while the demo is in progress. This takes
you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not
have to go through the Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU wheel
to select “OFF” and press it. The normal screen appears.
CAMERA MENU
1RETURN
REC MODE
SOUND MODE
ZOOM
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP
BEEP / TALLY
I D NUMBER
DEMO. MODE ON
OFF
GETTING STARTED
6
EN
CHARGE
indicator
Power
Battery pack
BN-V507U or
BN-V514U
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
To
POWER
indicator
AC outlet
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from
1
2
3
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER
indicator lights.
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
Attach the battery pack with the
mark aligned
DC OUT connector
with the corresponding marks on the AC Power
Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins
blinking to indicate charging has started.
Battery pack
BN-V507U
Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 3 hrs.
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Pull the battery out.
Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s
power cord from the AC outlet.
BN-V514U (optional)
NOTES:
● 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.
● Charging times noted above 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 Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the
camcorder and charging stops.
● Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may
not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is
worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
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 is vulnerable in colder
temperatures.
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power
capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold tempera-
tures (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 you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack
does not come in direct contact with it.)
EN7
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into the
battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2 of
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it
locks into place as shown in the illustration.
•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position,
a malfunction may occur.
1
1
2
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... while sliding down BATT. RELEASE, detach it.
Approximate recording time
Battery pack
LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder off
LCD monitor off/
Viewfinder on
BATT. RELEASE
Switch
BN-V507U
50 min.
1 hr.
ATTENTION:
BN-V514U
(optional)
1 hr. 45 min.
2 hrs. 5 min.
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
BN-V856U
(optional)
7 hrs.
8 hrs. 30 min.
NOTES:
INFORMATION:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the
BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or
AA-V80EA AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals
before using.
•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
•The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery
pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/
Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG or
AA-V80EA AC Power Adapter/Charger.
To AC outlet
Power cord
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
NOTES:
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
● For other notes, ੬ pg. 6.
To DC OUT
terminal
DC cord
To battery
pack mount
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
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Power Zoom Lever
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
2
3
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the START/STOP Button and Power
Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
START/STOP Button
Lock Button
POWER Switch
MODE Dial
Viewfinder Adjustment
Set the POWER Switch to “
” while
1
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch and set the MODE Dial to any position.
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
2
3
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
PAUSE
Dioptre Adjustment Control
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s
mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.
1
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and
extend its legs fully to stabilise the
camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit
caused by falling over, do not use a small-
sized tripod.
EN9
POWER Switch
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 (੬ pg. 35).
POWER Lamp
Lock Button
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER
1
Switch to “
” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
POWER lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
Operation
Switch
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”. Press it and
“DISPLAY MENU” appears.
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “CLOCK ADJ.”.
Press it and “day” is highlighted.
Rotate the MENU wheel to input the day. Press it.
Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Display
FADER WI PE
/
–
WI PE SCROLL
–
WI PE SHUTTER
RANDO
M
Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery
To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the
camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached
to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s
rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However,
if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the
clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the
date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,
first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the
date/time setting before using the camcorder.
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OFF
–
–
–
FADER
WH I TE
FADER BLACK
FADER
B
. W
D I SPLAY MENU
DISPLAY MENU
1RETURN
ON SCREEN
DATE
/
T
I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
1
.
1
.
00
:
ADJ .
12 00
Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the
date/time.
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/
time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish
setting the minute and press the MENU wheel, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you just
set.
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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Cassette holder cover
Cassette holder
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.
Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of
1
2
the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open
until it locks. The cassette holder opens automati-
cally.
Make sure the
window side
is facing out.
•Do not touch internal components.
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 battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not
apply force. Replace the battery with a fully charged
one before continuing.
PUSH HERE
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Erase protection tab*
Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
3
Approximate recording time
Recording mode
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
.... slide the erase protection tab on the back of
the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This
prevents the tape from being recorded over.
To record on this tape, slide the tab back to
“REC” before loading it.
Tape
SP
LP
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
45 min.
90 min.
120 min.
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 18 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
EN11
POWER Switch
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.
POWER Lamp
Lock Button
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER
1
Switch to “
” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
POWER lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
Operation
Switch
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ” and press it.
“CAMERA MENU” appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “REC MODE” and
press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP”
by rotating the MENU wheel and press it. Rotate the
MENU wheel to select “1RETURN”, and press it
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
MENU Wheel
Display
•Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 56) is impossible on a tape
recorded in the LP mode.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
CAMERA MENU
1RETURN
REC MODE
Menu Screen
Sub Menu
SP
SOUND MODE LP
ZOOM
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP
BEEP / TALLY
I D NUMBER
DEMO . MODE
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.
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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EN
To turn on the camcorder, set the POWER
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”
while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch.
Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your
preference using the POWER Switch, Operation Switch
and MODE Dial.
POWER Switch Position
POWER Switch
POWER Lamp
:
Allows you to record.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
Lock Button
:
Operation Switch
Allows you to play back a recording or to transfer a
still image to a computer.
When the Operation Switch is set to “ ”,
“F. AUTO” appears. When set to “ ”, there is
no indication.
Operation Switch Position
(Manual):
Allows you to set various recording functions using
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than
Full Auto recording, try this mode.
F . AUTO
(Full Auto):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or
manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
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MODE Dial
Position
MODE Dial
Function
MODE
VIDEO
•Allows you to record video and
still images. Approx. 6 seconds of
a still image is inserted between
video recordings (੬ pg. 16).
•Zoom magnification over 10X
is available (੬ pg. 17, 23).
•Allows you to record moving
images (successive jitter-free
still images) with superior
(Progressive
mode)
quality (੬ pg. 20). The still
images can also be processed
on a PC or printed out.
•Zoom magnification over 10X
is available (੬ pg. 17, 23).
•Playback of images recorded in
this mode is not smooth.
The following indications appear in the upper
left corner, depending on the MODE Dial
position.
PS
No display :
When set to “VIDEO”
PS :
When set to “
”
RECORDING Basic Recording
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EN
NOTE:
POWER Switch
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 6)
POWER Lamp
Lock Button
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 10)
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 11)
MODE Dial
Set the MODE Dial to “VIDEO” and set the POWER
1
Switch to “
” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch.
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the
LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
START/STOP Button
Display
•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a
click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during
use.
Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)
25
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD
monitor fully.
•The POWER lamp lights and the camcorder enters
the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.
min
(Now calculating)
3 min
90 min
89 min
Press START/STOP. “
in progress.
” appears while recording is
0 min
(Blinking)
1 min
(Blinking)
2 min
(Blinking)
2
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press START/STOP. The camcorder re-enters the
Tally lamp
Record-Standby mode.
(lights while
recording is
in progress)
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
.... rotate the MENU wheel until the bright level indicator
on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is
reached.
BR I GHT
MENU Wheel
•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.
90°
180°
EN15
NOTES:
● 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.
● The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
● 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.
● The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation,
may vary according to the type of tape used.
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this
condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn
the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors
may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording from the middle of a tape” (੬ pg. 18).
● During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to
the headphone connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback (੬ pg. 34).
● To turn the tally lamp off during recording, ੬ pg. 22, 23.
● To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, ੬ pg. 22, 25.
Self-Recording
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
SELF-RECORDING
In some situations, different shooting angles may
provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder
in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in
the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270°
(90° downward, 180° upward).
You can shoot yourself while viewing your own
image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor
and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then
point the lens toward yourself and start recording.
RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.)
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MENU Wheel
MODE Dial
Snapshot
This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.
POWER Switch
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
Set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
Lock Button
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch and the
MODE Dial to “VIDEO” or “
”, then set the
Operation Switch to “ ”. Pull out the viewfinder
Operation Switch
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
5
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”. Press it and
“CAMERA MENU” appears.
SNAPSHOT Button
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SNAP MODE”,
then press it.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
Snapshot mode, then press it.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
CAMERA MENU
1RETURN
Menu Screen
REC MODE
SOUND MODE
ZOOM
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP
FULL
P I N–UP
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
BEEP / TALLY
I D NUMBER
DEMO. MODE
Press SNAPSHOT.
1 If you press during Record-Standby . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
If you press during Recording . . .
.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal
recording resumes.
FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame*
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial
photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
NOTES:
● To remove the shutter sound, ੬ “BEEP/TALLY” on pg. 23.
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode
● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 30) is
engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a
case, the icon blinks.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
(੬ pg. 24), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
● During playback as well, all snapshot modes are
available.
● When a headphone set is connected to the headphone
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.
When the MODE Dial is set to “
recording will be performed with higher quality
(੬ pg. 20).
”, snapshot
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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
FEATURE: Zooming
1
x
W
T
PURPOSE:
10
x
W
T
20
xW
T
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
40
xW
T
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
Ⅲ The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
Zoom display
NOTES:
● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(੬ pg. 19), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 200X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
optical zoom (੬ pg. 23).
10
x
W
T
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 Switch
● Digital zoom cannot be used when digital image
processing, such as Picture Wipe/Dissolve (੬ pg.
28, 29) or Video Echo (੬ pg. 31), is activated.
● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is
set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in
the Menu Screen on page 24.
Power Zoom Lever
RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.)
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NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
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 (੬ pg. 50 – 55), 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.
Display
•When power shuts off during shooting.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting.
•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
•When shooting on a blank portion located
partway through the tape.
Frames are not displayed
during recording.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames
(25 frames = 1 second)
•When shooting again after shooting a scene
then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
:
:
TC 12 34 24
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (੬ pg. 37) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,
then engage the Still Playback mode (੬ pg. 34).
2. Set the POWER Switch to “
start recording.
” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then
NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 25, 35).
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
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Focus detection zone
While focusing on a further
subject
While focusing on a nearer
subject
FOCUS
FOCUS
FEATURE: Auto Focus
PURPOSE:
The camcorder’s 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 (੬ pg. 17). If zoomed-in in the auto focus
mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder
and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” (੬ pg. 24) 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
(੬ pg. 8).
2) Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch, then press FOCUS (3). The manual focus indicator appears.
3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU wheel towards “+”. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU wheel towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.
4) Press the MENU wheel. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS (3) twice or set the Operation Switch to “ ”.
If FOCUS (3) 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.
RECORDING Advanced Features
20
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START/STOP Button
MODE Dial
Progressive Mode Recording
This mode lets you record moving images (successive
jitter-free still images) onto a tape. Images can then played
back jitter-free, with superior quality. High-resolution still
images can also be processed on a personal computer or
can be printed out (੬ pg. 41).
POWER Switch
Lock Button
Set the MODE Dial to “
”, then set the POWER
1
2
Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
To start Progressive Mode Recording, press START/
STOP.
To End Progressive Mode Recording . . .
.... press START/STOP. The camcorder enters the Record-
Standby mode.
SNAPSHOT Button
NOTES:
● When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is
played back, the image may not look natural.
● When the MODE Dial is set to “
”, Picture Wipe/
Dissolve (੬ pg. 28) and some Programme AE with
special effects (੬ pg. 31) cannot be used.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the PS mode, a snapshot will
be recorded with higher quality than in VIDEO mode.
(੬ pg. 16).
EN21
Description of Progressive Scan CCD
Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to
pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of
outputting 50 full Frames* per second — twice the amount of conventional systems — it is able to deliver a
high quality picture even when its output signal is converted to a format that can be viewed on a TV screen.
*A PAL TV screen image is composed of 25 Frames per second. 1 Frame is made up of 2 Fields.
1 Frame
1. Regular shooting of moving images
Records 25 odd and 25 even image Fields, for a total of 50
per second. Since there is a time lag between an odd and
even Field, when they are combined to make 1 Frame the
part of the image that is moving appears as image jitter.
However, during normal playback, the moving picture
looks smooth and natural.
Scan A
Scan B
2. Progressive mode shooting of moving images (Progressive Mode Recording ੬ pg. 20)
Scan A is recorded, divided into an odd- and even-number Field, and then Scan B is skipped. Scans C and D
are handled in the same way as Scans A and B, as illustrated below, thereby recording 25 Frames per second.
Since each recorded odd- and even-number Field originates from the same Scan there is no time lag between
them, and so when they are combined into a Frame and a still image is displayed on a TV or PC monitor the
picture does not look jittery. However, when moving images are played back, the picture can look unnatural.
Scan A
Scan B
Scan C
Scan D
Skip
Skip
Odd-number
Field
Even-number
Field
Odd-number
Field
Even-number
Field
25 Frames per second
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
22
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Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
POWER Switch
Lock Button
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings (੬ pg. 23 – 25) .
Operation Switch
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER
1
Switch to “
” while pressing down the Lock
MENU Wheel
Button located on the switch, then pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
Display
FADER WI PE
/
Menu Screen
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function
icon, and press it. The selected function menu
appears.
–
WI PE SCROLL
–
WI PE SHUTTER
RANDO
M
4
OFF
–
FADER
WH I TE
Function menu setting depends on the function.
–
FADER BLACK
4 If you have selected “
–
”, “ ” or “ ” . . .
FADER
B
. W
.... see pg. 23.
If you have selected “ ”, “ ” or “ ” . . .
.... go to step 5.
CAMERA MENU
1RETURN
REC MODE
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
Then, rotate the MENU wheel to select the parameter,
and press it. Selection is complete.
SP
SOUND MODE LP
ZOOM
5
6
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP
BEEP / TALLY
I D NUMBER
DEMO. MODE
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•The
icon represents “END”.
MANUAL MENU
1RETURN
D I S
OFF
–
SELF T I MER ON
5
S
TELE MACRO
WI DE MODE
WI ND CUT
Sub Menu
D I SPLAY MENU
1RETURN
ON SCREEN
DATE
/
T
I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
1
.
1
.
00
:
ADJ .
12 00
END
Normal Screen
EN23
Menu Screen Explanations
Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (੬ pg. 28, 29).
Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 30, 31).
FADER/WIPE
P.AE/EFFECT
W.BALANCE
Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”
(੬ pg. 33).
Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your
preference (੬ pg. 11).
REC MODE
SOUND
MODE
Enables 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)
12 BIT
Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the
48 kHz mode of previous models)
16 BIT
10X
When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will
reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.
ZOOM
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.
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 200X digital magnification.
200X
Refer to “Snapshot” (੬ pg. 16).
SNAP
MODE
FULL
PIN-UP
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.
The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
GAIN UP
OFF
AGC
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 subject’s movements are not smooth or
natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. When shooting a subject in
low lighting in this mode, “
” is displayed.
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. Instead of a beep, a
melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter
sound effect (੬ pg. 16).
ON: MEL.
ON:BEEP
OFF
BEEP/
TALLY
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end
of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 16).
The tally lamp remains off at all times.
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as
a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99.
Factory setting is 06.
ID NUMBER
: Factory-preset
NOTE:
The “
CAMERA MENU” settings are effective when the Operation Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
24
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Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects,
etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO.
MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that,
the demonstration will resume.
DEMO.
MODE
ON
NOTES:
● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
● “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.
● If “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available.
After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
OFF
OFF
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
DIS
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.
ON
•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.
Refer to “Self-Timer” (੬ pg. 26).
SELF-
TIMER
Refer to “5-Second Recording” (੬ pg. 27).
5S
OFF
5S
Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving (੬ pg. 27).
ANIM.
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.
TELE
MACRO
ON
Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a
normal screen ratio.
OFF
WIDE
MODE
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
CINEMA
and the screen ratio becomes 16:9.
appears. When using this mode, refer
to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on
4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and
bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.
•
“CINEMA” mode is effective only when the MODE Dial is set to “VIDEO” or “
”.
For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image
SQUEEZE
PS-WIDE
to fit the screen without distortion.
appears. When using this mode, refer to
your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3
TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.
•
“SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the MODE Dial is set to “VIDEO” or “
”.
SW appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical
zoom wide angle range. This mode’s wide angle setting is equivalent to using
a 0.7X wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to 10X. This
mode is suitable for shooting in a small room.
•“PS-WIDE” mode is effective only when the MODE Dial is set to “
”.
: Factory-preset
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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.
Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from
appearing on the connected TV screen.
ON
SCREEN
LCD
Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is
LCD/TV
SIMPLE
connected to a TV.
Keeps the indications (except the tape running indicator, warnings, date, time,
time code, etc.) from appearing in the camcorder. Also keeps the camcorder’s
display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the
connected TV screen.
DATE/
TIME
Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:
AUTO
•When the POWER Switch is set from “OFF” to “
” or “
”.
•When playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when scenes
are recorded.
•When the date is changed during playback.
The date/time does not appear.
The date/time is always displayed.
Time code is not displayed.
OFF
ON
OFF
TIME
CODE
Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame
numbers are not displayed during recording.
ON
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 9).
CLOCK ADJ.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “MANUAL MENU” settings are effective only when the Operation Switch is set to “ ”.
● “DISPLAY MENU” functions which are set when the POWER Switch is set to “ ” are also applied
when the POWER Switch is set to “ ” (੬ pg. 35). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the POWER
Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “DISPLAY MENU” settings are effective even when the Operation Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “ON SCREEN” setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control
(provided) (੬ pg. 39, 42, 51).
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
26
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START/STOP Button
Self-Timer
POWER Switch
Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can
become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding
the final touch to a memorable picture.
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the POWER
Lock Button
1
Switch to “
” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch, then pull out the
viewfinder or open the LCD monitor fully.
•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180° so that
it faces forward and view yourself while self-
recording with the viewfinder pushed back.
Operation Switch
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”, and press it.
SNAPSHOT Button
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “SELF-TIMER”, and
press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU
wheel to select “ON”, and press it. Selection is
complete. Rotate the MENU wheel to select
Display
Menu Screen
MANUAL MENU
“
1RETURN”, and press it twice to close the Menu
1RETURN
D I S
Screen.
–
SELF
T
I MER OFF
ON
5
S
To engage the Self-Timer for video recording, press
START/STOP. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and
video recording starts. To stop Self-Timer recording,
press START/STOP again. The camcorder re-enters
Record-Standby mode.
TELE MACRO
WI DE MODE
WI ND CUT
5
OR
Press SNAPSHOT. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds
and snapshot recording starts. After that, the
camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
Self-Timer
indication
To end Self-Timer recording, select “OFF” in step 4 or
set the POWER Switch to “OFF” or set the Operation
Switch to “ ”.
6
NOTE:
If “BEEP/TALLY” is set to “OFF” (੬ pg. 23), the beep does
not sound and the tally lamp does not light.
Turns off
(Self-Timer
4 snapshot
recording
starts)
Stops blinking
and stays on
4 (Self-Timer
video record-
ing starts)
4
Begins blinking
(Self-Timer starts)
Blinks quickly
(Self-Timer shooting
starts soon)
4
When START/STOP or SNAPSHOT is
pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown:
After approx. 15 sec.
EN27
5-Second Recording
START/STOP Button
MODE Dial
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips
to keep the action moving. This function is available only
for video recording.
POWER Switch
Set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch and set
Lock Button
the MODE Dial to “VIDEO” or “
”, then set the
Operation Switch to “ ”. Pull out the viewfinder
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Operation Switch
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
5
6
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”, and press it.
“MANUAL MENU” appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “5S”, and press it.
The Sub Menu appears.
SNAPSHOT Button
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “5S”, and press it.
•“5S MODE” appears.
Press START/STOP. The tally lamp lights and beep
sounds to indicate the start of recording, and after 5
seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode.
•Even if you press START/STOP again within 5
seconds after recording starts, Record-Standby
mode is not engaged.
Display
MANUAL MENU
1RETURN
Menu Screen
D I S
–
SELF
T
I MER
5
S
OFF
5S
TELE MACRO
WI DE MODE
WI ND CUT
AN I M.
To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 5.
7
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing START/STOP in step 6, select the
desired Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen, then press
SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second still
(੬ pg. 16). When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” (੬ pg. 24)
this function is not available.
NOTE:
When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen the
5-second recording mode is not available. Animation
recording of a few frames only is taken instead (੬ pg. 24).
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
28
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FADE/WIPE SELECTION (
,
)
,
,
,
Fade/Wipe Effects
,
,
,
,
and
These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition
from one scene to the next. You can also vary
transitions from scene to scene.
Fade or Wipe works when recording is started or when
you stop recording.
Set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
IMPORTANT:
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch and the
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with
certain modes of Programme AE with special
effects (੬ pg. 30). If an unusable Fade/Wipe
Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or goes
out.
MODE Dial to “VIDEO” or “
”, then set the
Operation Switch to “ ”. Pull out the viewfinder
fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”, then press it.
START/STOP Button
MODE Dial
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
function, then press it. Selection is complete.
•The FADER/WIPE Menu disappears and the effect is
reserved. The indicator representing the selected
effect appears.
POWER Switch
Lock Button
Press START/STOP to activate the Fade-in/out or
Wipe-in/out.
5
Operation Switch
PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION
and
(
,
,
,
,
,
)
The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when recording is
started.
Follow steps 1 through 4 above.
MENU Wheel
1
Engage the Record-Standby mode.
To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .
.... select “OFF” in step 4.
2 If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during
recording . . .
.... press START/STOP when one scene is finished.
The point at which the scene ended is stored in
memory.
NOTES:
● You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe
by pressing and holding START/STOP.
● If the power is turned off after a scene is
finished recording, the stored point is erased,
disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve combina-
tion. When this happens, the Picture Wipe/
Dissolve indicator blinks. Also note that
power shuts off automatically if 5 minutes
elapse in the Record-Standby mode.
● Picture Wipe/Dissolve cannot be used when
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-
Standby mode . . .
.... press START/STOP to start recording and press it
again when one scene is finished. The point at
which the scene ended is stored in memory.
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-
Standby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/
Dissolve . . .
.... the point at which the scene ended is already
stored in memory.
the MODE Dial is set to “
”.
● The sound at the end of the last recorded
scene is not stored.
If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of
3
the end of the previous recording (without having
turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene
wipes out, revealing the new scene.
EN29
Fader And Wipe Menu
Menu
Effect
Fade in or out with a white screen.
FADER — WHITE
FADER — BLACK
FADER — B.W
Fade in or out with a black screen.
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
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 — WINDOW
WIPE — SLIDE
WIPE — DOOR
WIPE — SCROLL
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.
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 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.
WIPE — SHUTTER
The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
DISSOLVE
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right
corner to the lower left corner.
WIPE — CORNER
WIPE — WINDOW
WIPE — SLIDE
WIPE — DOOR
WIPE — SCROLL
WIPE — SHUTTER
The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen
toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to
left.
The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left, like
a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the
screen to the top.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward
the top and bottom of the screen.
When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the
effect used in scene transition (from
,
,
,
,
,
,
RANDOM
,
, and
). The Picture Wipe/Dissolve function is not
available.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
Programme AE With Special Effects
Set the Operation Switch to “ ”, then set the
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IMPORTANT:
Some modes of Programme AE with special
effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe
Effects (੬ pg. 29). If an unusable mode is
selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.
1
POWER Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
MODE Dial
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
POWER Switch
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”, then press it.
Lock Button
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired mode,
then press it. Selection is complete.
•The P.AE/EFFECT Menu disappears and the selected
mode is activated. The selected mode indicator
appears.
Operation Switch
To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .
.... select “OFF” in step 4.
NOTE:
MENU Wheel
Display
Programme AE with special effects can be changed during
recording or during Record-Standby.
P
.
AE
/
EFFECT
Menu Screen
1
2
SLO
W
1
2
SLO
W
V I DEO ECHO
OFF
SHUTTER
SHUTTER
SHUTTER
4
1/50
1/50
1/100
1/250
1/100
1/250
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*
TWILIGHT
VIDEO ECHO
Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification
White Balance (੬ pg. 33) is initially set to
,
of over 10X is not available.
but can be changed to your desired setting. When
Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically
adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity.
From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.
SEPIA
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a
classic look.
SLOW (Slow Shutter)
MONOTONE
Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting. Use
“SLOW” only in dark areas.
Like classic black and white films, your footage is
shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema
mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.
SLOW 1
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow
shooting in dark environments.
SLOW 2
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow
shooting in even darker environments.
NOTES:
CLASSIC FILM
● When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a
strobe-like effect.
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
● If the manual focus indicator blinks when
“SLOW” is used, adjust focus manually and use
a tripod.
SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed)
1/50 – The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a
second. Black bands that usually appear when
shooting a TV screen become narrower.
1/100 – The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting
under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp
is reduced.
STROBE
Your recording looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
1/250 – 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.
*
Available only when the MODE Dial is set to “VIDEO”.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Exposure Control
Iris Lock
Use this function in the following situations:
•When shooting a moving subject.
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the
following situations:
•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 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.
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even
when the subject moves away from you, the image
will not darken or brighten.
Before the following steps, perform steps 1 and 2 of
“Exposure Control”.
1
POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch,
then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the
LCD monitor fully.
Press EXPOSURE. “EXP.” and the exposure
Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
2
3
control indicator appear.
3
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
the MENU wheel for over 2 seconds. The
exposure control indicator and “ ” appear.
Rotate the MENU wheel towards “+” to
brighten the image, or towards “–” to darken the
image. (maximum 6)
Press the MENU wheel. “ ” changes to “
and the iris is locked. “EXP.” goes out.
”
Press the MENU wheel. Exposure adjustment is
complete. “EXP.” goes out.
4
BACKLIGHT Button (2
)
EXPOSURE Button (4/6)
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
POWER Switch
.... press EXPOSURE or set the Operation Switch to
“
”.
EXP.
0
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.
Operation Switch
MENU Wheel
Iris lock indicator
•Backlight compensations is also available when the
Operation Switch is set to “ ”.
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
.... press EXPOSURE so that the exposure control
indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the
Operation Switch to “ ”.
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .
.... after step 2, adjust the exposure rotating the
MENU wheel. Then lock the iris in step 3. For
automatic locking, press EXPOSURE again in
step 2. 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.
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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.
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
1
2
adjustment, and select “
MAN.”.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators
control this function manually to achieve a more
professional colour/tint reproduction.
Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that
the white paper fills the screen.
Set the Operation Switch to “ ” and set the
Press the MENU wheel until
blinking.
When the setting is completed,
blinking.
begins
stops
1
POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
3
4
down the Lock Button located on the switch,
then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the
LCD monitor fully.
Press the MENU wheel. Only the Manual White
Balance indicator is displayed.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen
2
3
4
appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”, then
press it. The “W.BALANCE” Menu appears.
POWER Switch
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “MANUAL”,
and press it. The Menu Screen disappears and
“W.BAL” and the currently selected mode are
displayed. Rotate it to select the desired mode.
White paper
“
“
“
“
MAN.” – White balance is set manually.
” – Outdoors on a sunny day.
” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.
” – A video light or similar type of lighting
is used.
Lock Button
Operation Switch
Press the MENU wheel. Selection is complete.
5
MENU Wheel
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Operation
Switch to “ ”.
To Change The Tint For Recording . . .
.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white.
The white balance is adjusted based on the
colour, changing the tint. Red paper = deeper
green; blue paper = orange; yellow paper =
deeper purple.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or
Monotone (੬ pg. 31) is activated.
NOTES:
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually
(੬ pg. 19).
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the 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.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or
the battery removed.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback
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Play/Pause Button (4/6)
Load a tape (੬ pg. 10).
1
2
Fast-Forward Button (3
)
Set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start
playback, press 4/6.
Rewind Button (2
)
•To stop playback, press 5.
•Press
2
to rewind, or
3
to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
POWER Switch
Stop Button (5)
To Control The Speaker Volume . . .
.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to
turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the
volume.
NOTES:
Power Zoom
Lever (VOL.)
● 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 “
”.
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 38).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the
camera body.
MENU Wheel
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
Speaker
•When power is supplied from a battery: the “
”
Lock Button
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
When power is supplied through the DC cord: “
does not appear.
”
•During Stop mode, none of the indications are
displayed.
● When a cable is connected to the AV OUT 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 camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically
engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.
● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises 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
3
for forward or
2
for reverse search during playback.
2
or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button.
Once you release it, normal playback resumes.
● 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 wheel towards “+” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for reverse
Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.
Ⅲ To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● You can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (੬ pg. 48).
Slow-Motion Playback, Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (provided) (੬ pg. 48, 49).
PLAYBACK Advanced Features
START/STOP Button
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Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
POWER Switch
The following procedure applies to all except Synchro
Comp (੬ pg. 54, 55).
Set the POWER Switch to “
” while pressing
1
2
3
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Lock Button
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function
icon, and press it. The selected function menu
appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
4
5
6
function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.
MENU Wheel
Display
Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
parameter and press it. Selection is complete.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice to close the Menu Screen.
V I DEO MENU
Menu Screen
1RETURN
SOUND
12B I T
M
ODE STEREO
M
ODE
S
S
OUND
OUND
L
R
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
SOUND MODE ੬ pg. 36.
BLANK SRCH
AV / S–V I DEO
12BIT MODE ੬ pg. 36.
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
੬ pg. 55.
Allows you to set the video recording
mode (SP or LP) depending on your
preference (੬ pg. 11). It is recom-
mended you use “REC MODE” in the
“VIDEO MENU” when using this
camcorder as a recorder during dubbing
(੬ pg. 43, 45).
D I SPLAY
1RETURN
ON SCREEN
DATE / T I
MENU
M
E
T I ME CODE OFF
ON
BLANK SRCH Helps find a blank portion of tape when
you want to record from the middle of a
tape (੬ pg. 37).
AV/S-VIDEO
IN: Enables audio/video signal input
from the AV and S-VIDEO connectors
(੬ pg. 43).
OUT: Enables audio/video signal output
to a TV, VCR, etc. via the AV and
S-VIDEO connectors (੬ pg. 38, 42).
* Each setting is linked with “DISPLAY MENU”,
which appears when the Operation Switch is
set to “” (੬ pg. 25). The parameters are
the same as in the description on pg. 25.
NOTES:
● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN
settings by pressing DISPLAY on the remote
control (provided).
ON SCREEN* Makes the camcorder’s indications appear/
disappear from the connected TV screen.
DATE/TIME*
TIME CODE*
Makes the date/time appear/disappear
on the camcorder.
● “REC MODE” can be set when the Operation
Switch is set to “” (੬ pg. 11, 23).
● If “ON SCREEN” is set to “SIMPLE”, it keeps
the camcorder’s display (except the date,
time and time code) from appearing on the
connected TV. It also makes the playback
sound mode and tape speed disappear on the
camcorder.
Makes the time code appear/disappear
on the camcorder.
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PLAYBACK Advanced Features (cont.)
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Playback Sound
During 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. 35, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the
desired parameter.
STEREO
Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.
SOUND MODE
12BIT MODE
SOUND L
SOUND R
SOUND 1
SOUND 2
MIX
Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.
Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on
both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions,
“12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)
● 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.
12B I T / SOUND
1
SP
4
25. 12. 00
:
:
:
17 30
TC 12 34 24
Frames*
Seconds
Minutes
*25 frames = 1 second
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Stop Button (5)
Blank Search
POWER Switch
Lock Button
Helps you find where you should start recording in the
middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption (੬ pg. 18).
Load a tape (੬ pg. 10) and set the POWER Switch to
1
“
” while pressing down the Lock Button
located on the switch.
Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
5
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ”, then press it.
“VIDEO MENU” appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “BLANK SRCH”,
then press it. The Sub Menu appears.
MENU Wheel
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE”, then
press it.
•“BLANK SEARCH” appears 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.
Display
V I DEO MENU
Menu Screen
1RETURN
OUND
12B I T
S
M
ODE
M
ODE
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
To cancel Blank Search midway . . .
.... press 5.
BLANK SRCH CANCEL
AV / S–V I DEO EXECUTE
NOTES:
● In step 5, 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.
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● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared
with the tape.
BLANK SEARCH
● 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
cannot 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.
PLAYBACK Basic Connections
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These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input (RCA type) connectors
To TV or VCR
TV
Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA plug]
(provided)
White to
AUDIO L
To
AV OUT
Red to
AUDIO R
VCR
Yellow to
VIDEO
Connector cover*
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors
Docking Station Attachment
1
2
1 Align the direction stud and screw on
the Docking Station with the stud hole
and tripod mounting socket on the
camcorder.
2 Tighten the screw.
•When removing the camcorder, loosen
the screw and detach the camcorder.
Tripod
mouting
socket
Stud hole
Stud
Screw
Yellow to VIDEO*
To TV or VCR
White to
Audio/Video cable
[RCA plug to RCA
plug] (provided)
AUDIO L
TV
Red to
AUDIO R
Red to
AUDIO R
White to
AUDIO L
Yellow to
VIDEO IN*
S-Video cable
(provided)
VCR
To S-VIDEO IN
To S
* Connect when the S-Video cable is not used.
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NOTES:
Make sure all units are turned off.
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (੬ pg. 7).
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 38).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.
● When connecting the cables, make sure to
connect the ends with a core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
your TV to the appropriate input mode.
”, then set
3
4
5
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the
TV as interference will occur in the camcorder
playback picture.
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.
● While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the
AV OUT connector, sound cannot be heard from
the speaker.
To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”
in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed and Tape
Running Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control.
PLAYBACK Advanced Connections
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PC with DV
connector-equipped
capture board
Connection To A Personal
Computer
PC
This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using
the provided software when connected as shown in the
illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC
with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.
Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.
1
To DV
connector
To
RS-232C
Connect the camcorder or Docking Station to your
2
PC using the appropriate cable as shown in the
illustration.
•To attach the camcorder to Docking Station, refer to
“Docking Station Attachment” on pg. 38.
Core filter
DV cable*
PC
connection
cable
Turn the camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch and turn on the PC.
”
3
NOTES:
(provided)
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
● Never connect the PC connection cable and the DV
cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only
the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.
● The date/time information cannot be captured into the
PC.
Core filter
To DV
IN/OUT
To PC
● Refer to the instruction manuals of the provided
Software.
● Also refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual for
the DV connector-equipped capture board.
Open the
connector cover.
*Use the DV cable provided with the capture board.
POWER Switch
Lock Button
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Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With
POWER Switch
A DV Connector
Connection to the GV-DT3 Digital Printer (optional) allows
you to print out images or transfer them to a PC. It is also
possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto
another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This
function is called Digital Dubbing (੬ pg. 44), which
offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.
Lock Button
Make sure all units are turned off.
1
2
3
Open the
connector cover.
Make connections to the device you want to connect
to using a DV cable, as shown in the illustration.
If necessary, connect the PC connection cable
(provided) to the printer’s PC connector and the PC’s
RS-232C connector.
To DV IN/OUT
Core filter
Turn the camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch and turn on the other units.
”
4
DV cable
(optional)
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected
only to one device at a time. This camcorder can also be
used as a recorder.
Core filter
To DV IN
connector
To DV
connector
● If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback, Fast-Forward or
Rewind is attempted with the camcorder connected to a
video unit via the DV connector, the image will take on
an effect similar to a coloured mosaic pattern or it will
become black.
Video unit equipped
with a DV input
connector
● Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected
units.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC
VC-VDV204U DV cable.
To PC
connector
Core filter
Digital Printer
PC connection
cable (provided)
To RS-232C
PC
DUBBING
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POWER Switch
Lock Button
Dubbing To A VCR
[To use this camcorder as a player]
Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and
1
2
the VCR. Also refer to pg. 38 and 39.
Set the camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “OUT” in the Menu Screen
3
4
5
(੬ pg. 35).
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
To S
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just
before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press
4/6 on the camcorder.
Red to
AUDIO R
Yellow to
VIDEO*
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
White to
AUDIO L
6
7
8
Record mode.
Core filter
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
4/6 on the camcorder.
S-Video
cable
(provided)
Audio/Video cable
[RCA plug to RCA plug]
(provided)
Repeat steps 5 through 7 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
NOTES:
● When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the
ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter
reduces interference.
To AUDIO,
VIDEO* and
S-VIDEO IN
connectors
● You can use the AV OUT connector on the camcorder
for connection.
● You can use Playback Zoom (੬ pg. 48) or Playback
Special Effects (੬ pg. 49) in step 5.
● 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.
VCR
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).
•Time Code
TV
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 35).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
*Connect when the S-Video cable is not used.
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35). Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control.
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[To use this camcorder as a recorder]
POWER Switch
Lock Button
Dubbing From A VCR
Make sure all units are turned off, then connect the
camcorder and the VCR as shown in the illustration.
Also refer to pg. 38 and 39.
1
2
3
Set “SOUND MODE” to “12 BIT” or “16 BIT” and
“REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen
depending on your preference (੬ pg. 11, 22, 23).
Set the camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch. Turn on the VCR’s power and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
To S
Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “IN” in the Menu Screen to
4
5
6
engage the analogue input mode (੬ pg. 35).
Red to
AUDIO R
Yellow to
VIDEO*
Press START/STOP on the camcorder to engage the
Record-Pause mode. “AV. IN” appears on the screen.
White to
AUDIO L
Engage the VCR’s Play mode, then engage the Still
Playback mode when you have found a spot just
before the edit-in point.
Core filter
Press START/STOP on the camcorder to engage the
S-Video
cable
Audio/Video cable
AV. IN
” appears on the screen.
7
8
9
Record mode. “
[RCA plug to RCA plug]
(provided)
(provided)
Engage the VCR’s Play mode.
To stop dubbing, press START/STOP on the
camcorder so that “AV. IN” reappears, then engage
the VCR’s Stop mode.
To AUDIO,
VIDEO* and
S-VIDEO OUT
connectors
Repeat steps 6 through 8 for additional editing.
Set “AV/S-VIDEO” back to “OUT” in the Menu
10 Screen to disengage the analogue input mode
(੬ pg. 35).
VCR
NOTES:
● When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the
ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter
reduces interference.
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
TV
● Analogue signals can be converted to digital signals with
this procedure.
● It is also possible to dub from another camcorder.
*Connect when the S-Video cable is not used.
DUBBING (cont.)
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Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A
DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
POWER Switch
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the
camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV
connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any
image or sound deterioration.
[To use this camcorder as a player]
Lock Button
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
1
Open the
Connect the camcorder to your video unit equipped
connector cover.
2
3
4
with a DV connector using a DV cable as shown in
the illustration.
To DV
IN/OUT
Set the camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch. Press to play back the source tape.
”
Core filter
4
DV cable
(optional)
While watching the playback on the monitor, engage
the DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode
from the spot on the source tape you want to begin
recording.
Core filter
NOTES:
To DV IN
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 7).
Video unit equipped
with DV connector
● 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.
● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected
only to one device at a time.
● 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 3. If this
occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
● If “Playback Zoom” (੬pg. 48), “Playback Special
Effects” (੬ pg. 49) or “Snapshot” is attempted during
playback, only the original playback image recorded on
the tape is output from the DV OUT connector.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC
VC-VDV204U DV cable.
PLAY (4
)
STOP (5)
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Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With
POWER Switch
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
[To use this camcorder as a recorder]
NOTE:
Before the following steps, make sure that “AV/S-VIDEO”
is set to “OUT” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).
Lock Button
Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the
1
camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output
connector using a DV cable as shown in the
illustration.
Open the
connector cover.
Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen
To DV
IN/OUT
2
3
depending on your preference (੬ pg. 11).
Set this camcorder’s POWER Switch to “
”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch. Turn on the video unit’s power and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the video
unit.
Core filter
DV cable
(optional)
Core filter
Press START/STOP on the camcorder to engage the
Record-Pause mode.
4
5
6
7
8
“DV. IN” appears on the screen.
To DV OUT
Video unit equipped
with DV connector
Engage the video unit’s Play mode, then engage the
Still Playback mode when you have found a spot just
before the edit-in point.
Press START/STOP on the camcorder to engage the
DV. IN
Record mode. “
” appears on the screen.
Engage the video unit’s Play mode.
To stop dubbing, press START/STOP on the
camcorder so that “DV. IN” reappears, then engage
the video unit’s Stop mode.
Repeat steps 5 through 7 for additional editing.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬pg. 7).
● If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform
the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time.
● 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 5. If this
occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current
“SOUND MODE” setting (੬ pg. 23).
● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the video or audio connectors.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
46
EN
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”
(੬ pg. 71).
Remove the battery compartment cover while
1
2
3
pushing up the tab as illustrated.
Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the
correct direction.
+
2
Re-attach the battery compartment cover.
–
–
+
When using the remote control, be sure to point it
at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the
approximate transmitted beam effective area for
indoor use.
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.
Transmitted beam
effective area
5m
30°
Remote sensor
30°
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1
0
2
4
!
3
5
@
$
^
*
#
%
&
(
6
8
7
9
)
Functions
With the camcorder’s POWER
Switch set to the camera position
With the camcorder’s POWER
Switch set to “ ”.
Buttons
(“
”).
1 Infrared beam transmitting window
2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons
3 DISPLAY Button
Transmits the beam signal.
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 17)
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 48)
੬ pg. 51
—
—
4 SHIFT Button
੬ pg. 48, 50
5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons
—
—
੬ pg. 48
Left/Right Buttons
੬ pg. 48
6 REW Button
—
Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search
(੬ pg. 34)
7 FADE/WIPE Button
8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button
9 EFFECT Button
—
—
—
—
੬ pg. 52
੬ pg. 49
੬ pg. 49
੬ pg. 51
0 PAUSE IN Connector
! START/STOP Button
@ MBR SET Button
Functions the same as START/STOP on the camcorder.
—
੬ pg. 50
# SNAPSHOT Button
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.
$ Up Button
—
—
੬ pg. 48
INSERT Button*
—
% Down Button
—
—
੬ pg. 48
A. DUB Button
੬ pg. 56
^ PLAY Button
—
—
Starts Playback (੬ pg. 34)
& FF Button
Forward/Forward Shuttle Search
(੬ pg. 34)
* STOP Button
—
—
—
Stop (੬ pg. 34)
Pause (੬ pg. 48)
੬ pg. 50 – 55
( PAUSE Button
) R.A.EDIT Buttons
* This function is unavailable with this camcorder.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
48
EN
FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback
PURPOSE:
To allow slow-speed search in either direction during
playback.
Remote sensor
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.
Ⅲ 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
Zoom Buttons
SHIFT
Left or SLOW
Rewind Button
Up Button
image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by
a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a
malfunction.
● 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.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to
pause playback.
Down
Button
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP
Right or SLOW
Forward Button
FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback
Normal playback
Press T
PURPOSE:
To allow frame-by-frame search during playback.
OPERATION:
1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback,
press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9
)
To move image,
repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the frame
is played back.
press
(Right)
while keeping
SHIFT held down.
NOTE:
You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW (9 or 0) repeatedly.
FEATURE: Playback Zoom
PURPOSE:
To magnify the recorded image up to 10X 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).
Ⅲ To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press PLAY (4).
NOTES:
● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.
● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.
● Playback Zoom cannot be used on images that were recorded with the MODE Dial set to “
”.
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PLAYBACK EFFECT
4OFF
PLAYBACK
EFFECT Select
Menu
FEATURE: Playback Special Effects
PURPOSE:
1
2
3
4
5
CLASS I C F I LM
M
ONOTONE
To allow you to add creative effects to the playback
image.
SEP I A
STROBE
V I DEO ECHO
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.
Ⅲ To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/
OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-
activates the selected effect.
Remote sensor
Ⅲ To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2
above.
NOTE:
The effects that can be used during playback are
Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video Echo.
The effects work the same in playback as they did in
recording. Refer to page 31 for more information.
PLAY
EFFECT
EFFECT ON/OFF
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
50
EN
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as
the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for
VCR (Recording deck)
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.
Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed
in the remote control (੬ pg. 46).
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
SHIFT
MBR SET
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
4
3
1
2
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold
MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).
The code is automatically set once you release
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.
2
5
1
6
Make sure the VCR’s 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 `
VCR CODE LIST
You are now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
IMPORTANT
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
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.
BLAUPUNKT
FERGUSON
1
3
NOTES:
9
9
3
7ꢀ
8ꢀ
2
● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
● Some brands of VCR do not come on automati-
cally. In this case, turn the power on manually and
try step 2.
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
1
3
4ꢀ
4
ꢀ
ꢀ
SANYO
3
3
6ꢀ
5
● If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,
use the controls on the VCR.
● When the remote control’s 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.
6
6
6ꢀ
3
SELECO,
REX
9
9
1ꢀ
6
JVC
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ
6ꢀ
3
SHARP
1
1
5ꢀ
`
6
6
3
3
9
9
9
3
5ꢀ
`ꢀ
9ꢀ
1ꢀ
1ꢀ
6ꢀ
7ꢀ
2
SONY
MITSUBISHI
6
6
7ꢀ
8
NEC
3
3
7ꢀ
8
ꢀ
THOMSON,
TELEFUNKEN,
SABA,
PANASONIC
1
1
1
9
1
3ꢀ
7ꢀ
1ꢀ
4ꢀ
8
NORDMENDE
TOSHIBA
6
6
9ꢀ
1
EN51
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Also refer to pg. 38 and 39.
A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause
1
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
A VCR other than above . . .
... connect the editing cable to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector.
Red to
AUDIO
R
Yellow to
VIDEO*
To JLIP
(EDIT)
Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the
Core filter
White to
AUDIO
L
2
3
POWER Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch.
S-Video
cable
(provided)
Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).
Core filter
Editing
Audio/Video
cable
cable [RCA plug
to RCA plug]
(provided)
NOTES:
(provided)
● 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.
To AUDIO,
VIDEO* and
S-VIDEO IN
connectors
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).
To Remote PAUSE
or R.A.EDIT
•Time Code
VCR
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 35).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35). Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control.
To PAUSE IN
DISPLAY
TV
● Make sure to set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “OUT” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 35).
● When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the
ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter
reduces interference.
● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input
connector, an optional DV cable can be connected
instead of the S-Video cable and audio/video cable.
● You can use the AV OUT connector on the camcorder
for connection.
*Connect when the S-Video cable is not used.
ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE
• Be careful not to mistake it for the JLIP
cable (੬ pg. 4).
• Make sure you connect the end with the
core filter to the camcorder.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
SELECT SCENES
52
EN
Programme
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
I N
OUT
MODE
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
:
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
1–– –– ––
sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/
OFF on the remote control.
4
5
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
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.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
beginning of Programme 1.
:
T I ME CODE –– ––
TOTAL
:
00 00
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.
6
7
8
At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The
Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble
Editing Menu.
Remote sensor
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.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end
of the last scene.
•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is
included in the total time (this does not apply to
Picture Wipe/Dissolve).
1
If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT
PLAY
(੬ pg. 49).
9
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
EDIT IN/OUT
Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
10 •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.
CANCEL
•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Programme AE
with special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.
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 Dissolve
or Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or 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 Dissolve or 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.
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AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of
11 the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).
Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote
12 sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually
START/STOP
Button
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
Press START/STOP on the camcorder. Editing
13 proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of
the last registered scene.
•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does
not start editing.
•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.
I N
:
OUT
:
M
ODE
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
~
1
2
00 25 02 05
––
:
~
:
07 18 08 31–– ––
:
~
:
3–– 03 33 05 53
:
~
:
4
5
09 30 13 15
:
~
:
15 55 16 20–– ––
:
~
~
~
6–– –– ––
1
7
8
Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the
14 VCR.
:
:
T I ME CODE 16 30
TOTAL
9
39
To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.
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
control’s Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure
the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s 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 (੬ pg. 18).
Remote Sensor
REW
STOP
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
PAUSE
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
EDIT IN/OUT
VCR REC
STBY
CANCEL
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
54
EN
Programme 1
For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to
I N
:
OUT
MODE
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
1–– –– ––
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.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
:
T I ME CODE –– ––
TOTAL
:
00 00
DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
1
2
3
remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and
press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
TV
VCR
(Recording deck)
Perform Random Assemble Editing on Programme 1
only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing,
select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit-
In point.
Play back the dubbed scene.
•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.
Remote sensor
•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the
VCR is slow to start recording.
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
EN55
ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER
TIMING
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
4
5
6
sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the
Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then
press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ ” and press it.
“VIDEO MENU” appears. Then, rotate it to
“SYNCHRO” and press it. The value for “SYNCHRO”
is highlighted.
Based on the diagnostics performed (੬ pg. 54), you
can now advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating
the MENU wheel towards “+”. You can also delay the
VCR’s record timing by rotating the MENU wheel
towards “–”. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to
+1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments.
MENU Dial
Display
Press the MENU wheel to finish the setting.
V I DEO MENU
1RETURN
SOUND
12B I T
M
ODE
Rotate the MENU wheel to select “1RETURN” and
press it twice.
Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning
with step 4 on page 52.
MODE
7
+
SYNCHRO
1
.
0
REC MODE
BLANK SRCH
AV / S–V I DEO
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.
TV
VCR
(Recording deck)
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
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Display
Audio Dubbing
6e
Audio Dub
Standby mode
The audio track can be customized only when recorded in
the 12-bit mode (੬ pg. 23).
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 (੬ pg. 38).
Play back the tape to locate the point where editing
1
2
3
will start, then press PAUSE (6).
POWER Switch
Lock Button
While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,
press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.
Press PLAY (4) , then begin “narrating”.
Speak into the microphone.
•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).
To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP
4
(5).
Speaker
To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .
.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35, 36).
Stereo microphone
NOTES:
● Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional
microphone connected to the MIC connector on the
Docking Station.
● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio
Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones
to the AV OUT connector.
Remote sensor
● While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in
microphone is disabled.
●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 camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn
down the TV’s volume.
External
microphone
input connector
Located
beneath
the cover.
●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 (੬ pg. 70).
●To perform Audio Dubbing with a video unit connected
to the camcorder’s AV connector, first set “AV/S-VIDEO”
to “IN” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35). You can hear
sound from the video unit using optional headphones.
AV OUT
(headphone)
connector
DISPLAY
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP
USER MAINTENANCE
After Use
EN57
Cleaning The Camcorder
Turn off the camcorder.
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.
1
2
1
Slide down 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.
Open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
Close the LCD monitor.
2
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.
3
4
To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,
then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
3
4
5
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Slide down BATT. RELEASE 1 and remove the
battery pack 2 3.
Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the
direction of the arrow 1.
Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at
the side of the viewfinder and clean the interior
of the viewfinder with it 2.
Cassette holder
Close the hatch until it locks in place and push
the viewfinder back in.
6
Remove.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine
or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
PUSH HERE
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Hatch
Lens blower
2
1
1
2
BATT. RELEASE
Switch
3
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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 Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed
as usual from the beginning.
SYMPTOM
1. No power is supplied.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. •Connect the AC Power
Adapter/Charger securely
(੬ pg. 7).
1. •The power is not connected
properly.
•The battery is dead.
•The LCD monitor is not
open fully or the viewfinder
is not pulled out when
recording.
•Replace the dead battery
with a fully charged one
(੬ pg. 6, 7).
•Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder.
2. “SET DATE/TIME!”
2. •The built-in clock’s
rechargeable lithium battery
is discharged.
2. •Connect the camcorder to
an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for
over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s lithium battery
(੬ pg. 9).
appears.
•The previously set date/time
is erased.
3. Recording cannot be
3. •The tape’s erase protection
tab is set to “SAVE”.
3. •Set the tape’s erase
protection tab to “REC”
(੬ pg. 10).
performed.
•The POWER Switch is set to
“
” or “OFF”.
•Set the POWER Switch to
•“TAPE END” appears.
•The cassette holder cover is
open.
“
” (੬ pg. 12).
•Replace with new cassette
(੬ pg. 10).
•Close the cassette holder
cover.
4. There is no picture.
4. •The camcorder is not getting
power, or some other
4. •Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again (੬ pg. 14).
malfunction exists.
5. Some functions are not
available using the MENU
wheel.
5. •The Operation Switch is set
5. •Set the Operation Switch to
to “ ”.
“
” (੬ pg. 12).
EN59
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
6. •Focus is set to the Manual
mode.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
6. The focus does not adjust
6. •Set Focus to the Auto mode
(੬ pg. 19).
automatically.
•The recording was done in a
dark place, or the contrast
was low.
•Clean the lens and check
the focus again (੬ pg. 57).
•The lens is dirty or covered
with condensation.
7. The cassette will not load
7. •The cassette is in the wrong
position.
7. •Set it in the right position
(੬ pg. 10).
properly.
•The battery’s charge is low.
•Install a fully charged
battery (੬ pg. 6, 7).
8. In the 5-Second mode,
recording ends before
8. •The 5-Second mode is set to
“ANIM.” in the Menu
Screen.
8. •Select “5S” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 27).
5 seconds have elapsed.
9. Snapshot mode cannot be
9. •The Squeeze mode is
9. •Disengage the Squeeze
used.
selected.
mode (੬ pg. 24).
10. The colour of Snapshot
10. •The light source or the
subject does not include
white. Or there are various
different light sources
behind the subject.
10. •Find a white subject and
compose your shot so that it
also appears in the frame
(੬ pg. 16).
looks strange.
•Turn off Sepia and Mono-
tone (੬ pg. 30).
•The Sepia or Monotone
mode is activated.
11. The image taken using
11. •Shooting was performed
11. •Press the BACKLIGHT
Snapshot is too dark.
under backlit conditions.
Button (੬ pg. 32).
12. Digital Zoom does not
12. •10X optical zoom is
selected.
12. •Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or
“200X” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 23).
work.
•“P.AE/EFFECT” is set to
“VIDEO ECHO” in the
Menu Screen.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“PS- WIDE” in the Menu
Screen.
•Disengage the “VIDEO
ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 17,
31).
•Disengage the “PS-WIDE”
mode (੬ pg. 24).
•Picture Wipe or Dissolve are
being used in a scene
transition.
•Wait until the Picture Wipe
or Dissolve effects are
completed (੬ pg. 17, 28).
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
13. •Set the Operation Switch to
13. Programme AE with
special effects and Fade/
Wipe Effects do not work.
13. •The Operation Switch is set
to “ ”.
“
” (੬ pg. 28, 30).
14. The Black & White Fader
14. •The Sepia or Monotone
14. •Turn off Sepia and Mono-
does not work.
mode is activated.
tone (੬ pg. 28, 30).
15. The Dissolve function does
15. •The Sepia, Monotone or
Slow Shutter mode of
Programme AE with special
effects is activated.
15. •Turn off Sepia, Monotone or
Slow Shutter before adding
Dissolve to a scene
not work.
transition (੬ pg. 28, 30).
•Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode
(੬ pg. 24).
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE” or “PS-WIDE”
in the Menu Screen.
•The previously selected
mode of Programme AE
with special effects was
changed after the last
selected scene for editing
was registered.
•Make sure you have
selected the mode of
Programme AE with special
effects you want before
starting editing
(੬ pg. 28, 30).
16. The Picture Wipe and
Dissolve functions do not
work.
16. •The last selected editing
scene is ending.
16. •Select Picture Wipe or
Dissolve before beginning
recording. The effects are
then automatically activated
(੬ pg. 28).
•At the end of the last
selected scene for editing,
the POWER Switch was set
to “OFF”.
•Do not turn off the
•The power is off.
camcorder’s power after
setting Edit-In and Edit-Out
points, as they will all be
erased (੬ pg. 28).
•The camcorder automati-
cally shuts off after 5 minutes
have elapsed in the Record-
Standby mode. Make sure
you continue operations
within 5 minutes after
engaging Record-Standby
mode (੬ pg. 28).
17. The picture wipe function
17. •The Slow Shutter mode is
activated.
17. •Disengage the Slow Shutter
mode or set “WIDE MODE”
to “OFF” before preparing
to use the Picture Wipe
does not work.
•“WIDE MODE” is not set to
“OFF”.
(੬ pg. 24, 28, 30).
EN61
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
18. Scene transition does not
18. •When using “Picture Wipe/
Dissolve” (੬ pg. 28), there
is a delay of a fraction of a
second between the
18.
go as expected.
previous record stop-point
and the Dissolve start-point.
This is normal, but this slight
delay becomes especially
noticeable when shooting
fast-moving subject or
————
during rapid panning.
19. The Video Echo mode
19. •The Picture Wipe or
Dissolve functions are in use.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE” or “PS-WIDE”
in the Menu Screen.
19. •Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode
(੬ pg. 24).
does not work.
•Do not try to use the Video
Echo mode during a Fade-In
or Fade-Out (੬ pg. 28, 30).
•A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in
progress.
20. Even when Slow Shutter is
not selected, the image
20. •When shooting in the dark,
the unit becomes highly
sensitive to light and the
image takes on an effect
similar to Slow Shutter.
20. •If you want the lighting to
look more natural, set “GAIN
UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 23).
looks like it is activated.
21. There is no strobe when
the Classic Film or Strobe
mode is activated.
21. •The Picture Wipe or
21. •Do not try to use the Classic
Film or Strobe mode during
a scene transition (੬ pg.
28, 30).
Dissolve function is in use.
22. White Balance cannot be
22. •The Sepia or Monotone
22. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone
before setting White
activated.
mode is activated.
Balance (੬ pg. 30, 33).
23. When shooting a subject
illuminated by bright light,
vertical lines appear.
23. •This is a result of exceed-
ingly high contrast, and is
not a malfunction.
23.
————
24. When the screen is under
direct sunlight during
shooting, the screen
becomes red or black for
an instant.
24. •This is not a malfunction.
24.
————
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
25. •Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”
in the Menu Screen
25. During recording, the date/
25. •“DATE/TIME” is set to
“OFF” in the Menu Screen.
•Self-Recording is performed.
time does not appear.
(੬ pg. 25).
•During Self-Recording, the
date/time does not appear
(੬ pg. 15).
26. The indicators and
26. •“ON SCREEN” is set to
“SIMPLE” or “TIME CODE”
is set to “OFF” in the Menu
Screen.
26. •Set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”
or “LCD/TV” and set “TIME
CODE” to “ON” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 25, 35).
messages do not appear.
27. Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
27. •In places subject to low
temperature, images become
dark due to the characteris-
tics of the LCD monitor.
When this happens, the
displayed colours differ from
those that are actually
27. •Adjust the brightness and
angle of the LCD monitor
(੬ pg. 14, 15).
recorded. This is not a defect
of the camcorder.
•When the LCD monitor's
fluorescent light reaches the
end of its service life, images
on the LCD monitor become
dark. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
28. The rear of the LCD
28. •The light used to illuminate
the LCD monitor causes it to
become hot.
28. •Close the LCD monitor to
turn it off or set the POWER
Switch to “OFF”, and let the
unit cool down.
monitor is hot.
29. The indicators and the
image colour on the LCD
monitor are not clear.
29. •This may occur when the
surface or the edge of the
LCD monitor is pressed.
29.
————
30. The LCD monitor or
viewfinder indications
blink.
30. •Certain Fade/Wipe effects,
certain modes of Programme
AE with special effects, “DIS”
and other functions that
30. •Re-read the sections
covering Fade/Wipe effects,
Programme AE with special
effects and “DIS”
cannot be used together are
selected at the same time.
(੬ pg. 24, 28 – 31).
31. Coloured bright spots
appear all over the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.
31. •The LCD monitor and the
viewfinder are made with
high-precision technology.
However, black spots or
bright spots of light (red,
green or blue) may appear
constantly on the LCD
31.
————
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 %)
EN63
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
32. During recording, sound
32. •The optional headphones
are not connected to the
headphones connector.
•The sound volume of the
headphones connector was
not adjusted appropriately.
The sound volume at this
point is the same as the level
it was adjusted to during
playback.
32. •Connect the optional
headphones to the
cannot be heard.
headphone connector
(੬ pg. 66, 67).
•Adjust the sound volume
during playback (੬ pg. 34).
33. Play, Rewind and Fast-
Forward functions do not
work.
33. •The POWER Switch is not
33. •Set the POWER Switch to
set to “
”.
“
” (੬ pg. 34).
34. The tape is moving, but
34. •Your TV has AV input
terminals, but is not set to its
VIDEO mode.
34. •Set the TV to the mode or
channel appropriate for video
playback (੬ pg. 38, 39).
•Close the cassette holder
cover (੬ pg. 10).
there is no picture.
•The cassette holder cover is
open.
35. The LCD monitor image is
35. •During playback of the
unrecorded portion, High-
speed Search and still
35.
distorted.
————
playback, LCD monitor
indications appear distorted.
This is not a defect.
36. Images on the LCD
36. •The speaker volume is too
36. •Turn the speaker volume
monitor are jittery.
great.
down (੬ pg. 34).
37. There is no playback
picture on the connected
TV.
37. •Since the analogue input
mode is engaged, the
37. •Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to
“OUT” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 35).
camcorder is in the Record-
Standby mode.
38. Blocks of noise appear
during playback, or there is
no playback picture and
the screen becomes blue.
38.
38. •Clean the video heads with
an optional cleaning
————
cassette (੬ pg. 73).
39. The LCD monitor, the
viewfinder and the lens
have become dirty
39.
39. •Wipe them gently with soft
cloth. Wiping strongly can
cause damage (੬ pg. 57).
————
(ex. fingerprints).
40. An unusual mark appears.
40.
40. •Check the section of the
manual that explains LCD
monitor/viewfinder
————
indications (੬ pg. 68 – 70).
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
41. •Remove the power supply
(battery pack, etc.) and wait
a few minutes for the
41. An error indication
41. •A malfunction of some kind
has occurred. In this case
the camcorder’s functions
become unusable.
(E01 — E06) appears.
indication to clear. When it
does, you can resume using
the camcorder.
If the indication remains
even though you repeat the
above two or three times,
please consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
42. The charger indicator on
the AC Power Adapter/
Charger does not light.
42. •The temperature of the
battery is extremely high/low.
•Charging is difficult in
places subject to extremely
high/low temperatures.
42. •To protect the battery, it is
recommended to charge it
in places with a temperature
of 10°C to 35°C (੬ pg. 71).
43. Picture does not appear on
43. •The viewfinder is pulled
out.
43. •Push the viewfinder back in.
•Adjust the brightness of the
LCD monitor (੬ pg. 14).
•If the monitor is tilted
the LCD monitor.
•The LCD monitor's
brightness setting is too
dark.
upward 180 degrees, open
the monitor fully (੬ pg. 14).
44. When the image is printed
from the printer, a black
bar appears at the bottom
of the screen.
44. •This is not a malfunction.
44. •By recording with “DIS”
activated (੬ pg. 24) this
can be avoided.
45. When the camcorder is
connected via the DV
connector, the camcorder
does not operate.
45. •The DV cable was plugged/
unplugged with power
turned on.
45. •Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again, then
operate it.
46. During transport, the lens
46.
46. •Do not subject the
camcorder to shock or
excessive vibration during
transport.
cover opens.
————
•Turn the camcorder on and
off. The lens cover closes.
INDEX Docking Station
EN65
4
5
6
1
2
7
8
3
0
9
1 PC Connector [DIGITAL STILL] ............ ੬ pg. 40
2 J Terminal/Edit Connector
3 External Stereo Microphone Input
Connector [MIC] ................................. ੬ pg. 56
4 Stud .................................................... ੬ pg. 38
5 Screw .................................................. ੬ pg. 38
[JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
(EDIT)] ................................................ ੬ pg. 51
•Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or
VCR to control it from the computer using the
provided Software.
6 Multi Connector
The Docking Station can be connected with this
camcorder through this connector. Never touch it
with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if the
pins are damaged, the connectors will become
unusable due to contact failure.
NOTE:
Make sure that the camcorder is turned on while
connecting the camcorder to a PC using the
Docking Station’s JLIP connector. If the camcorder
is turned off (because the POWER Switch is set to
“OFF” or due to Auto Shut Off* etc.) while the JLIP
programme software is used, it will be impossible
to control the connected devices from the
computer. In such a case, first try turning the
camcorder on again, or unplug the JLIP connection
cable from the Docking Station’s JLIP connector.
Then, initialise or run the software again.
* Auto Shut Off:
7 S-Video Input/Output Connector
[S] ................................................. ੬ pg. 38, 51
8 Video Input/Output Connector
[VIDEO] ........................................ ੬ pg. 38, 51
9 Audio Input/Output Connectors
[AUDIO L/R] ................................. ੬ pg. 38, 51
0 Screw Knob ......................................... ੬ pg. 38
To attach the camcorder, tighten this clockwise.
If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode
or in the Pause mode, the camcorder’s power
shuts off automatically to conserve energy.
•Connect the editing cable when performing
Random Assemble Editing ......... ੬ pg. 50 – 55
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
66
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7
1
2
8
0
3
4
e
9
q
w
5 6
t r
u
Q
y
(
!
i
@
)
#
o
p
$
^
&
W
R
*
E
%
EN67
Controls
Connectors
1 START/STOP Button ............................. ੬ pg. 14
The connectors ^ to * are located beneath a cover.
2 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 17
^ Digital Video Connector
•Speaker/Headphone Volume Control
[DV IN/OUT] (i.link*) ........ ੬ pg. 40, 41, 44, 45
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.Link
standard.
[VOL.] .............................................. ੬ pg. 34
3 •MENU Wheel [+, –, 4] ..................... ੬ pg. 22
•LCD Monitor Brightness
Control [+, –] .................................... ੬ pg. 14
& •Audio/Video Output Connector
4 Snapshot Button
[AV OUT] ......................................... ੬ pg. 38
•Headphone Connector [ ]............... ੬ pg. 56
[SNAPSHOT]................................. ੬ pg. 16, 20
5 Battery Release Switch
* Multi Connector
[BATT. RELEASE] .................................... ੬ pg. 7
When attached to the Docking Station, this part is
connected.
6 OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................. ੬ pg. 10
7 •Play/Pause Button [4/6] ................... ੬ pg. 34
Indicators
•EXPOSURE Button ............................ ੬ pg. 32
8 •Rewind Button [2] ......................... ੬ pg. 34
( Tally Lamp ........................................... ੬ pg. 14
) POWER Lamp ..................................... ੬ pg. 14
•BACKLIGHT Button .......................... ੬ pg. 32
9 Stop Button [5] ................................... ੬ pg. 34
Other Parts
0 •Fast-Forward Button [3] ................. ੬ pg. 34
•FOCUS Button .................................. ੬ pg. 19
q LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 14, 15
w Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 7
e Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 34
! Operation Switch [
,
] .................. ੬ pg. 12
@ POWER Switch
[
,
, OFF] ....................... ੬ pg. 12
r Camera Sensor
# Lock Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 12
Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
$ MODE Dial
[
, VIDEO] ...................................... ੬ pg. 13
t Stereo Microphone .............................. ੬ pg. 56
y Lens
% Dioptre Adjustment Control.................... ੬ pg. 8
u Lens Protector
When using an optional lens filter (commercially
available), you must first detach the lens cover.
i Remote Sensor ..................................... ੬ pg. 46
o Grip Strap .............................................. ੬ pg. 8
p Viewfinder ............................................. ੬ pg. 8
Q Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................. ੬ pg. 57
W Cassette Holder Cover ......................... ੬ pg. 10
E Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬ pg. 8
R Stud Hole ............................................ ੬ pg. 38
INDEX Indications
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording
*
*
0 ! @
#
$ %
*
1
3
F. AUTO
PS40
SP 35
2
x
W
T
^
&
*
(
)
q
w
e
REC
444
4
6
PHOTO
5
7
2
ANIM . MODE
BRIGHT
8
1. 1. 00
r
:
:
9
TC 23 25
12 00
*
1 Appears when the Operation switch
# Appears when in the Squeeze, Cinema or PS
Wide mode. (੬ pg. 24)
$ Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).
(੬ pg. 11)
is set to “ ”.
(੬ pg. 12)
*
2 Displays the shooting mode position. (੬ pg. 13)
3 Appears when backlight compensation is used.
*
(੬ pg. 32)
% Displays the tape remaining time.
(੬ pg. 14)
(੬ pg. 16)
4 Appears when the white balance is adjusted.
^ Appears when taking a Snapshot.
& •“REC” appears during recording.
(੬ pg. 33)
5 Appears when the exposure is adjusted.
•“PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode.
(੬ pg. 32)
(੬ pg. 14)
6 Displays the selected Program AE with special
* Appears while the tape is running.
(੬ pg. 14)
(੬ pg. 32)
effects.
(੬ pg. 30)
( Appears when the iris is locked.
7 Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) is
engaged. (੬ pg. 24)
8 Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.
(੬ pg. 19)
(੬ pg. 18, 25)
0 •Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during
zooming. (੬ pg. 17)
: Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to
“AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically
) Appears during Self-Timer recording. (੬ pg. 26)
q Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to
cut down on noise created by wind. (੬ pg. 25)
w 5S MODE/ANIM. MODE: Displays the 5 second
recording mode or Animation recording mode.
(੬ pg. 24, 27)
e BRIGHT: Displays the brightness of the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder. (੬ pg. 14)
SOUND: Displays the sound mode for
approx. 5 seconds after turning on the
9 Displays the Time Code.
•
adjusted.
(੬ pg. 23)
! Appears during zooming.
camcorder.
r Displays the date/time.
(੬ pg. 23)
(੬ pg. 9)
Zoom level indicator
(੬ pg. 17)
@ Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.
(੬ pg. 28, 29)
*Setting “ON SCREEN” to “SIMPLE” in the Menu Screen removes indications marked with * from the screen
(੬ pg. 25, 35).
EN69
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback
1 Displays the sound mode.
2 Displays the Blank Search mode.
3 Displays the tape speed.
(੬ pg. 35, 36)
(੬ pg. 37)
1
2
3
4
(੬ pg. 11)
4 Appears while a tape is running.
4
: Playback
12B I T / SOUND
L
1
LP
4
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
6
6e : Audio Dubbing Pause
VOLUME
5 Displays the date/time.
(੬ pg. 35, 36)
1. 1. 00
6 BRIGHT
:
Displays the brightness of the LCD
:
:
:
TC 10 06 20
1 2 00
monitor or the viewfinder. (੬ pg. 14)
VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone
volume.
(੬ pg. 34)
7
6
5
The level indicator moves.
7 Displays the time code.
(੬ pg. 35, 36)
INDEX Indications (cont.)
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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.
(੬ pg. 10)
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the POWER
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION SWITCH
Switch is set to “
”.
(੬ pg. 10)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional
cleaning cassette. (੬ pg. 73)
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 START/STOP is pressed while the
POWER Switch is set to “
or “ ”.
” and the MODE Dial is set to “VIDEO”
TAPE!
Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.
Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.
(੬ pg. 15)
TAPE END
DIFFERENT
FORMATTED TAPE
●Appears when the date/time is not set.
(੬ pg. 9)
●Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the
SET DATE/TIME!
A. DUB ERROR!
previously set date/time is erased.
(੬ pg. 9)
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
(੬ pg. 56)
●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
A. DUB ERROR!
<CANNOT DUB
mode.
(੬ pg. 56)
●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit
ON A LP RECORDED
TAPE>
audio.
(੬ pg. 56)
●Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
<CANNOT DUB
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(੬ pg. 56)
ON A 16BIT
RECORDING>
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION SWITCH >
The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has
occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few
minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
E01 — E06
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD
MODE REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY
CAUTIONS
EN71
General Battery Precautions
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is
being operated correctly, the batteries are ex-
hausted. Replace them with fresh ones.
Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is
a lithium-ion battery. Before
using the supplied battery
pack or an optional battery
pack, be sure to read the
following cautions:
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2
Terminals
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or
explode.
1. To avoid hazards . . .
.... do not burn.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.
.... do not modify or disassemble.
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 46.
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those
specified.
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as
they can leak or explode.
.... 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.
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.
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
.... fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery every 6 months when storing the
battery pack over a long period time.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
NOTES:
●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.
CAUTIONS (cont.)
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Cassettes
Main Unit
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.
.... disassemble or modify the unit.
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
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.
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects
to enter the unit.
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
.... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
.... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
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.
2. Store cassettes . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... out of direct sunlight.
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).
.... vertically, in their original cases.
.... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
.... near a television set.
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or 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.
LCD Monitor
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.
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use.
These are not malfunctions:
•While using the camcorder, the surface around
the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD
monitor may heat up.
•If you leave power on for a long time, the
surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
EN73
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.
.... swing it excessively when using the hand strap
or the grip.
.... swing the soft camera case excessively when
the camcorder is inside it.
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.
•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 glass‘ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
camcorder when it is moved from a cool
place to a warm place, after heating a cold
room, under extremely humid conditions or
in a place directly subjected to the cool air
from an air conditioner.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
•No picture during playback.
•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
•During recording, the Head Clog Warning
indicator “ ” appears.
In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.
Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used
more than once consecutively, damage to the
video heads may result. After the camcorder
plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops
automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s
instructions.
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems
still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
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 function-
ing properly. In such cases, first disconnect its
power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power
Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few
minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as
usual from the beginning.
TERMS
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A
F
AC Power Adapter/Charger ..................... ੬ pg. 6, 7
Analogue Input ................................... ੬ pg. 35, 43
Animation ................................................ ੬ pg. 27
Audio Dubbing ........................................ ੬ pg. 56
Auto Date................................................. ੬ pg. 25
Auto Focus ............................................... ੬ pg. 19
Auto Shut off ...................................... ੬ pg. 15, 34
Fade-In/Out ........................................ ੬ pg. 28, 29
Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. ੬ pg. 34
5-second recording mode ......................... ੬ pg. 27
Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. ੬ pg. 34, 48
G
Gain Up ................................................... ੬ pg. 23
Grip Adjustment ......................................... ੬ pg. 8
B
I
Backlight Compensation ........................... ੬ pg. 32
Battery Low .............................................. ੬ pg. 70
Battery Pack ..................................... ੬ pg. 6, 7, 71
Beep/Tally ................................................ ੬ pg. 23
Blank Search ............................................ ੬ pg. 37
Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ ੬ pg. 14
Built-in Clock’s Lithium Battery ................... ੬ pg. 9
Icons ................................................ ੬ pg. 23 – 25
Iris............................................................ ੬ pg. 32
Iris Lock ................................................... ੬ pg. 32
J
Journalistic Shooting ................................. ੬ pg. 15
L
C
LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Channels (Left/Right) ................................. ੬ pg. 36
Charge The Battery Pack ............................. ੬ pg. 6
Cinema .................................................... ੬ pg. 24
Classic Film .............................................. ੬ pg. 31
Clean The Camcorder ............................... ੬ pg. 57
Connections ............................ ੬ pg. 7, 38 – 45, 51
Indications ..................................... ੬ pg. 68 – 70
Load A Tape ............................................. ੬ pg. 10
M
Manual Focus........................................... ੬ pg. 19
Menu Screen, CAMERA MENU................. ੬ pg. 23
Menu Screen, DISPLAY MENU ........... ੬ pg. 25, 35
Menu Screen, MANUAL MENU.......... ੬ pg. 24, 25
Menu Screen, VIDEO MENU .................... ੬ pg. 35
MODE Dial Position ................................. ੬ pg. 13
Monotone ................................................ ੬ pg. 31
Motor Drive Mode.................................... ੬ pg. 16
D
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... ੬ pg. 14
Date/Time Display ........................ ੬ pg. 25, 35, 36
Date/Time Settings ...................................... ੬ pg. 9
Demonstration Mode ............................ ੬ pg. 5, 24
Digital Zoom ...................................... ੬ pg. 17, 23
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... ੬ pg. 24
Dioptre Adjustment .................................... ੬ pg. 8
Dubbing ........................................... ੬ pg. 42 – 45
O
Operation Switch Position ........................ ੬ pg. 12
E
Erase Protection ........................................ ੬ pg. 10
Exposure Control ...................................... ੬ pg. 32
EN75
P
T
Picture Wipe/Dissolve......................... ੬ pg. 28, 29
Playback Special Effects ............................ ੬ pg. 49
Playback Zoom ........................................ ੬ pg. 48
POWER Switch Position ........................... ੬ pg. 12
Printer ...................................................... ੬ pg. 41
Programme AE With Special Effects ........... ੬ pg. 30
Progressive Mode ............................... ੬ pg. 20, 21
Progressive Wide ...................................... ੬ pg. 24
Provided Accessories .................................. ੬ pg. 4
Tele Macro ............................................... ੬ pg. 24
Time Code.............................. ੬ pg. 18, 25, 35, 36
Tripod Mounting ......................................... ੬ pg. 8
Twilight .................................................... ੬ pg. 31
U
Unload A Tape ......................................... ੬ pg. 10
V
Video Echo ............................................... ੬ pg. 31
R
W
Random Assemble Editing................. ੬ pg. 50 – 55
Record-Standby ........................................ ੬ pg. 14
Recording Mode ....................................... ੬ pg. 11
Remote Control ........................................ ੬ pg. 46
Rewind The Tape ...................................... ੬ pg. 34
White Balance .......................................... ੬ pg. 33
Wide Mode .............................................. ੬ pg. 24
Wind Cut ................................................. ੬ pg. 25
Wipe In/Out ....................................... ੬ pg. 28, 29
Z
S
Zooming .................................................. ੬ pg. 17
Self-Recording .......................................... ੬ pg. 15
Self-Timer ................................................. ੬ pg. 26
Sepia ........................................................ ੬ pg. 31
Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. ੬ pg. 50
Shuttle Search........................................... ੬ pg. 34
Shutter Speed ........................................... ੬ pg. 31
Slow-Motion Playback .............................. ੬ pg. 48
Slow Shutter ............................................. ੬ pg. 31
Snapshot .................................................. ੬ pg. 16
Snapshot Mode ........................................ ੬ pg. 16
Sound Mode................................. ੬ pg. 23, 35, 36
Speaker Volume ....................................... ੬ pg. 34
Specifications ..................................... ੬ pg. 76, 77
Squeeze ................................................... ੬ pg. 24
Still Playback ............................................ ੬ pg. 34
Strobe ...................................................... ੬ pg. 31
SPECIFICATIONS
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Camcorder
For General
Power supply
: DC 6.3 V
DC 7.2 V
(Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)
(Using battery pack)
Power consumption
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on
LCD monitor on, viewfinder off
Dimensions (W x H x D)
: Approx. 4.7 W
: Approx. 5.5 W
: 51 mm x 125 mm x 97 mm
(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)
Weight
: Approx. 500 g
(without cassette and battery)
Approx. 575 g
(incl. cassette and battery)
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Pickup
: 0°C to 40°C
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to 50°C
: 1/4" CCD (Progressive Scan)
: F 1.8, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
: ø27 mm
: 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" colour LCD
: Monaural
Lens
Filter diameter
LCD monitor
Viewfinder
Speaker
For 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.
For Connectors
Video output
Audio output
DV Input/output
Headphone output
: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
: ø3.5 mm, stereo
EN77
AC Power Adapter/Charger
AA-V51EA, AA-V51A, AA-V51A-S, AA-V51SH or AA-V51ED
Power requirement
: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
Output
: 23 W
Charge
VTR
: DC 7.2 V
: DC 6.3 V
, 0.77 A
, 1.8 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
: 68 mm x 45 mm x 110 mm
AA-V51EA
AA-V51A
AA-V51A-S
AA-V51SH
AA-V51ED
: Approx. 270 g
: Approx. 260 g
: Approx. 260 g
: Approx. 330 g
: Approx. 260 g
Docking Station CU-V503E or CU-V503ED
For General
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
: 55 mm x 36 mm x 107 mm
: Approx. 89.9 g
For Connectors
S
Output
: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: Y : 0.8 V (p-p) – 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
C : 0.2 V (p-p) – 0.4 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
Input
VIDEO
Video output
Video input
: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: 0.8 V (p-p) – 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
AUDIO
Audio output
Audio input
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo
: 300 mV (rms), 50 kΩ, analogue, stereo
JLIP (EDIT)
: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head jack (compatible with RC-5325 plug)
PC (DIGITAL STILL)
External microphone input
: ø2.5 mm, 3-pole
: 506 µV (rms), high impedance unbalanced with ø3.5 mm (stereo)
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject
to change without notice.
MEMO
MEMO
EN
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