JY-VS200U User Manual -- Pages 2-35
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1. Jen Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you information regarding the safe use of this product CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance The AA V40U AC Power Adapter Charger should be used with AC 120 Vx 60 Hz in the USA and Canada AC 110 V 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz in other countries CAUTION applies to the AA V40U TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF2. REM or OFF e When the Shooting Mode Switch is set to UXGA or XGA VGA e When WIDE MODE is set to PS WIDE in the Menu Screen la the camcorder s display except the date time and time code from a appearing on the connected TV screen LCD TV Makes the camcorder s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV DATE OFF The date time does not appear TIME are recorded e When the date is changed during video playback ON o The date time is always displayed TIME OFF Time code is not displayed CODE Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV Frame numbers are not displayed during recording CLOCK ADu Allows you to set the current date and time pg 11 QUALITY i Refer to Picture Mode Setting IF pg 16 AUTO Displays the date time for approx 5 seconds in the following cases e When the Power Switch is set from OFF to EY or M e When video playback starts The camcorder displays the date time when scenes a DISPLAY QUALITY F O SZE E uxGa _ Factory preset NOTES o kad SYSTEM and 1 DISPLAY functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to M are also applied when the Power Switch is set to GEM F pg 41 CLOCK ADJ only appears when the Power Switch is set to M The DISPLAY settings are effective even
3. 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 e PS WIDE mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to VIDEO CF pg 14 and CAMERA MODE is set to PS VIDEO in the Menu Screen CF pg 29 WIND OFF Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind CUT ON amp A Helps cut down on noise created by wind appears The quality of the sound will change This is normal OFF Even though not heard while shooting shutter sound is recorded on the tape 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 I pg 20 21 MELODY Instead of a beep a melody sounds when any operation is performed It also activates the shutter sound effect I pg 20 21 TALLY OFF The tally lamp remains off at all times ON The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Factory preset NOTES The Il MANUAL settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to M kal SYSTEM functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to M are also applied when the Power Switch is set to EM F pg 41 cal SYSTEM JY VS200U EN 02 35 30
4. Lithium ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures JY VS200U EN 02 35 8 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 cir cuit and possibly start a fire The Benefits Of Lithium lon Batteries Lithium ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity However when one is exposed to cold temperatures below 10 C 50 F its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function If this happens place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm protected place for a short time then re attach it to the camcorder As long as the battery pack itself is not cold it should not affect performance If you re using a heating pad make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it 01 3 12 6 55 PM SSS le enD USING THE BATTERY PACK push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 1 e If the battery pack is attached with its mark set in the wrong direction a malfunction may occur To Detach The Battery Pack Slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding down BATT RELEASE to detach it BATT RELEASE Switch Approximate recording time Battery pack LCD monitor on LCD monitor off Viewfinder off Viewfinder on BN V408U 1 hr
5. e Audio Video Cable 93 5 mini plug to RCA plug ih A e USB Cable e DC Cord e Shoulder Strap e MultiMediaCard 16 MB Already inserted in the camcorder e CD ROM The CD ROM contains the following 5 software programs USB Driver Soft for Windows USB Driver Soft for Macintosh Presto e Mr Photo e PhotoAlbum e ImageFolio 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt ED Ez SES tet en How To Attach The Lens Hood The provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight Attach the lens hood to the ring and push the latch in the direction of the arrow to fix Pull out the lid while pressing the latches in to remove A a id gt attached to the lens hood while the camcorder is not in use J Step up ring already attached to the camcorder to convert the lens diameter from 52 mm to 55 mm P AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset E Available when the Power Switch is set to B or Mm and no cassette is in the camcorder m 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 m DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off m To cancel Automatic Demonstration Set the Power
6. while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully Set CAMERA MODE to DUAL in the Menu Screen gt pg 28 29 While recording to a tape press SNAPSHOT halfway A still image is displayed in the lower right corner of the screen where the video image being recorded is displayed e At this moment if you release SNAPSHOT snapshot recording will be canceled Press SNAPSHOT fully The displayed still image is stored in the memory card NOTES If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the Record Standby mode only a still image is stored in the memory card V ideo recording does not take place If SNAPSHOT is pressed when DIS is set to ON lt pg 29 the Stabilizer will be disabled The Stabilizer is less effective in the DUAL mode than in other modes Still images are stored in the memory card in VGA mode file size F pg 14 When CAMERA MODE is set to DUAL all Fade Wipe Effects and some Program AE with special effects cannot be used CF pg 34 37 The optional flash lt pg 5 83 will not light during video recording 01 3 12 6 55 PM o ae SES tte ena Focus detection zone While focusing on a further While focusing on a nearer subject subject FEATURE Auto Focus PURPOSE The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up a
7. Pin Up mode y FRAME Snapshot mode with frame There is the sound effect of a shutter closing When FULL FRAME PIN UP or NEGA POSI is selected snapshot recording will always be performed with higher quality I pg 24 even if CAMERA MODE is set to VIDEO JY VS200U EN 02 35 20 Snapshot For Video Recording This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully 2 Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears 3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select E CAMERA Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears 4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select SNAP MODE then press it Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired Snapshot 5 mode then press it Rotate the MENU wheel to select RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes SNAPSHOT RECORDING Set CAMERA MODE to VIDEO or PS VIDEO in the Menu Screen CF pg 28 29 Press SNAPSHOT If you press during Record Standby sbi 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 oe PHOTO appears and a still image will be
8. UXGA XGA or VGA CF pg 16 Picture Quality Displays the quality of the stored image FINE or STD standard in order of quality C pg 16 Number of shots taken Displays the number of images that have already been shot UXGA FINE ofa 10 24 Display Total number of shots Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored including those already taken The number increases or decreases depending on the shots stored the Picture mode Shooting mode etc Card icon Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded Shooting icon Appears and blinks during shooting UXGA Mode icon Displays the process utilized to create the UXGA size image DOUBLE or LL ENLARGE F pg 16 Snapshot mode with no frame There is the sound of a shutter closing JY VS200U EN 02 35 21 gt hn Ez Basic Shooting Snapshot You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power gt pg 8 Grip Adjustment CF pg 10 Viewfinder Adjustment 7 pg 10 Loading A Memory Card CF pg 13 Picture Mode Setting C pg 16 Set the Shooting Mode Switch to XGA VGA or UXGA then set the Power Switch to EY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the vie
9. 15 min BN V416U 2 hrs 10 min 2 hrs 30 min optional ATTENTION Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorders power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction BN V428U 3 hrs 50 min 4 hrs 20 min optional BN V840U 5 hrs 20 min 6 hrs 10 min optional INFORMATION BN V856U 7 hrs 30 min 8 hrs 40 min The extended use battery pack kit is a set composed optional of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter Charger VU V840 KIT BN V840U battery pack amp AA NOTES V15U AC Power Adapter Charger eR no time j ne h VU V856 KIT BN V856U battery pack amp AA Aa A ir peas ee Ordering V80U AC Power Adapter Charger Read the kit s instruction manual before using e Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly Neither BN V840U nor BN V856U can be e The LCD monitor is used repeatedly charged by using the AC Power Adapter Charger e The playback mode is engaged repeatedly provided with this camcorder Use only the AA Before extended use it is recommended that you V15U AC Power Adapter Charger for BN V840U prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the battery pack and only AA V80U AC Power planned shooting time Adapter Charger for BN V856U battery pack USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter Charger connect as shown in the illustration NOTES The provided AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
10. NOTES When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is played back the image may not look natural When CAMERA MODE is set to PS VIDEO Picture Wipe Dissolve lt pg 34 and some Program AE with special effects CF pg 36 cannot be used If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the PS VIDEO mode a snapshot will be recorded with higher quality than in VIDEO mode However MULTI 4 and MULTI 9 cannot be used gt pg 20 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt EE r es ENZO 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 60 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 Zz A NTSC TV screen image is composed of 30 Frames per second 1 Frame is made up of 2 Fields 1 Frame 1 Regular shooting of moving images Records 30 odd and 30 even image Fields for a total of 60 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 2 Progressive mode sho
11. Power Adapter Charger or while the battery pack attached GHFADER WIPE WF WHITE to the camcorder continues to supply power the clock s rechargeable lithium battery is always char ged However if the camcorder is not used for approx 3 months the clock s lithium battery will become dischar ged 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 char ge the clock s rechargeable lithium battery Then perform the date time setting before using the camcorder DISPLAY Menu Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the N SCREEN LCD TV date time ATE TIME AUTO ON DEC 25 00 NOTE 5 30 PM Even if you select CLOCK ADJ if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder s internal clock continues to operate Once you move the highlight bar to the first date time parameter month the clock stops When you finish setting the minute and press the MENU wheel the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set CLOCK 2500 ADJ 5 30 PM JY VS200U EN 02 35 11 01 3 12 6 55 PM Zs o ae WFNS LL _ Loading Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette Make sure the Ape a ee window side ic 1 Slide and hold OPEN EJECT in the direction of the facing out arrow then pull the cassette holder
12. Switch to Mm while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and press theMENU wheel The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select zd SYSTEM and press it The SYSTEM Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select DEMO MODE and press it The Sub Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select OFF and press it Sub Menu Rotate the MENU wheel to select RETURN and press it twice The normal screen appears JY VS200U EN 02 35 7 01 3 12 6 55 PM Sen Battery pack _ BN V408U BN V416U or To AC outlet BN V428U P a AC Power Adapter Charger oS POWER g indicator DC OUT connector CHARGE indicator Battery pack Fully charging time BN V408U approx 1 hr 30 min BN V416U optional approx 2 hrs BN V428U optional approx 3 hrs 20 min NOTES gt hE Ez E GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder s 2 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Make sure you unplug the camcorder s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter Charger Plug the AC Adapter Charger s power cord into an AC outlet The POWER indicator lights Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter Charger The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging
13. VIDEO Enables Progressive Mode Recording gt pg 24 To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification NOTES Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes ON e When shooting dark or dim subjects e When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting e When shooting scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod The QQ indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be use d SELF TIMER Refer to Self Timer CF pg 32 Factory preset NOTES The O CAMERA settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both E and M The Il MANUAL settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to M a MANUAL CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE JY VS200U EN 02 35 29 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt ED Ez 3O0en Menu Screen Explanations cont Refer to 5 Second Recording gt pg 33 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 CF pg 33 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom m
14. and servicing ATTENTION Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instruc tions For your safety please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Grounding or Polarization A Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug B Your product may be equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third ground ing pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 2 Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company If your product is intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating ins
15. cover open until it locks The cassette holder opens automatically PUSH HERE 3 Cassette holder e Do not touch internal components 2 Insert or remove a tape and press PUSH HERE to close the cassette holder e Once the cassette holder is closed it recedes automatically Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover e 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 char ged one before continuing Cassette holder cover OPEN EJECT Switch 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place To Protect Valuable Recordings age 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 Approximate recording time Recording mode Be sure to press only the section labeled PUSH HERE to close the cassette holder touching other parts may cause your finger to get caught in the cassette holder resulting in injury or product damage NOTES It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open Do not apply for ce 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 of
16. including amplifiers that produce heat PORTABLE CART WARNING Symbol provided by RETAC JY VS200U EN 02 35 4 SERVICING 1 Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 2 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 3 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacem
17. pauses in the sound A 01 3 12 6 55 PM Zs o ae LOs GETTING STARTED cont Power Switch Picture Mode Setting PSI Power Lamp Wire The Picture mode can be selected to best match your needs Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select Fe DSC and press it The DSC Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select QUALITY and press it The Sub Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired mode and press it If you are recording with the Shooting Mode Switch lt gt pg 14 set to XGA VGA go to step 5 If you are recording with the Shooting Mode Switch set to UXGA go to step 6 Rotate the MENU wheel to select SIZE and press it The Sub Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select XGA or VGA Go to step 7 Rotate the MENU wheel to select UXGA and press it The Sub Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired mode AUTO or L appears CF pg 21 Automatically processes the image according to the DOUBLE or ENLARGE methods described below depending on the shooting situation or subject DOUBLE appears F pg 21 Engages pixel shift technology to doub
18. recorded for approx 6 seconds then the normal recording resumes 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 BEEP on pg 30 f Digital Zoom is used while in the MULTI 4 or MULTI 9 mode Snapshot recording will be performed with 10X magnification f Snapshot recording is not possible PHOTO blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed f Program AE with special effects C pg 36 is engaged certain modes of Program 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 C pg 29 the Stabilizer will be disabled To dub images recorded on a tape to a memory card CF pg 60 When shooting in the Multi Analyzer 4 or Multi Analyzer 9 modes the optional flash 7 pg 83 will not light During playback as well all snapshot modes except Nega Posi mode are available when OJ gt IM COPY is set to OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 41 When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE connector the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker however it is recorded onto the tape k 01 3 12 6 55 PM Power Switch Shooting Mode Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Picture Size Displays the file size of the stored image
19. to ON lt pg 31 41 When a blank portion is recorded on a tape Time code Time code Time code 00 00 00 05 43 21 00 00 00 v Vv Vv Already recorded scene Blank Newly recorded scene Shooting start point Shooting stop point Shooting start point Proper recording Time code Time code Time code 00 00 00 05 43 21 05 44 00 v Vv Vv Already recorded scene New scene Latest scene Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point JY VS200U EN 02 35 23 01 3 12 6 55 PM 24 EN Power Switch Shooting Mode Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Recording Start Stop Button JY VS200U EN 02 35 24 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 pg 57 Set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully Set CAMERA MODE to PS VIDEO in the Menu Screen CF pg 28 29 To start Progressive Mode Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button To End Progressive Mode Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder enters the Record Standby mode
20. to 240 V For other notes gt pg 8 To AC outlet p d ower cor AC Power Adapter To DC Input Charger connector To DC ort connector DC cord Jack Box JY VS200U EN 02 35 9 01 3 12 6 55 PM 7 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward 2 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place IKOR Power Zoom Lever Recording Start Stop button JY VS200U EN 02 35 10 Shooting Mode Switch Diopter Adjustment Control GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever Refasten the Velcro strip Viewfinder Adjustment Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Shoulder Strap Attachment 7 Following the illustration thread the strap through the eyelet Q then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet making sure the strap is not twisted Tripod Mounting 7 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw e Some tripods are not equipped with studs CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused b
21. to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna dischar ge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode 2 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 3 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 01 3 12 6 55 PM gt hn Ez 4 en __ _ USE 1 Accessories To avoid personal injury e Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table It may fall cau
22. 01 3 12 6 55 PM gt EE SES eno I DEMO OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place MODE l Demonstrates certain functions such as Program 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 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 cal SYSTEM MIC IND OFF Microphone Level Indicator does not appear Microphone Level Indicator appears when recording starts providing the operator with immediate visual confirmation that recording has started Regardless of this a Microphone Level Indicator does not appear when the Power Switch is set to NW u WX or OFF i Except Audio Dubbing mode COLOR OFF Color Bars do not appear BAR Ci Oe bars appear on screen which allows color settings to be adjusted quickly and easily for natural looking picture reproduction Regardless of this setting color bars do not appear in the following cases e When the Power Switch is set to BY
23. NTERFACE SHOOTING The person you shoot can view himself herself in the LCD monitor and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 so that it faces forward When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx 105 the monitor image is inverted vertically If the viewfinder is pulled out at that time it also switches on Point the lens toward the subject yourself when self recording and start recording During Interface Shooting the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror NOTES During Interface Shooting the Tape Running indicator and warning indications C pg 87 88 are the only ones that are shown they appear reversed in the display as they would when viewing a mirror but are not reversed in the recording The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface shooting However when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes the indicator appears showing the remaining time lt C blinking 3 CG4 blinking gt 03 blinking JY VS200U EN 02 35 19 01 3 12 6 55 PM 20n Power Switch Shooting Mode Switch SNAPSHOT Button Menu Screen Al SNAP MODE FULL MULTI 4 Multi Analyzer 4 Snapshot mode with no frame MULTI 9 Multi Analyzer 9 NEGA POSI Nega Posi mode ins PIN UP
24. O special effects or manual adjustments Suitable for standard recording OFF Allows you to switch off the camcorder Gay Allows you to play back a recording on the tape to display an image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image recorded on the tape or in the memory card to a computer When the Power Switch is set to D LY appears When set to M or GHW there is Shooting Mode Switch Position no indication VIDEO e Allows you to record on a tape Approx 6 seconds of a still image can be inserted between video recordings I pg 20 e Zoom magnification over 10X is available gt pg 22 29 e Allows you to record video on a tape and store still The following indications appear in the upper images in a memory card simultaneously ce pS 26 left corner depending on the Shooting Mode e Allows you to record moving images successive Switch position jitter free still images with superior quality on a tape C pg 24 The still images can also be processed UXGA on a PC or printed out XGA VGA e Allows you to record still images in a memory card F pg 16 21 e File size 1024 x 768 pixels XGA or No display When set to VIDEO 640 x 480 pixels VGA UXGA e Allows you to record still images in a memory card at high resolution pg 16 21 Suitable for UXGA When setto UXGA recording still images with superior quality e File size 1600 x 1200 pix
25. PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION s applique a I AA V40U POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Caution applies to Jack Box AN To reduce the risk of fire do not remove cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service person JY VS200U EN 02 35 2 T refer to the Index pgs 81 88 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use ake read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow They contain extremely important You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NA NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type color television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the JVC BN V408U V416U V428U battery packs and to recharge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter
26. Rotate the MENU wheel to select fl MANUAL and press it The MANUAL Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select 5S and press it The Sub Menu appears Rotate the MENU wheel to select 5S and press it Selection is complete Rotate the MENU wheel to select lt lt RETURN and press it twice to close the Menu Screen e 5S appears Press the Recording Start Stop Button The tally lamp lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of recording and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record Standby mode e Even if you press the Recording Start Stop Button again within 5 seconds after recording starts Record Standby mode is not engaged 7 To exit the 5S mode select OFF in step 5 To Take A Snapshot In The 5 Second Recording Mode instead of pressing the Recording Start Stop Button in step 6 select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen then press SNAPSHOT The camcorder records a 5 second still c gt pg 20 When 5S is set to ANIM lt pg 30 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 I gt pg 30 01 3 12 6 55 PM 34 EN Fade Wipe Effects 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 t
27. agnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m 3 3 ft to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm 2 ft e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen During playback on wide screen TVs the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16 9 L 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 e 16 9LB mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to VIDEO c pg 14 and CAMERA MODE is set to VIDEO or PS VIDEO in the Menu Screen gt pg 29 a MANUAL For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16 9 Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion W 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 e 16 9SQ mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to VIDEO CF pg 14 and CAMERA MODE is set to VIDEO or PS VIDEO in the Menu Screen gt pg 29
28. ally wipes in from the center of the screen toward the corners covering the previous 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 center toward the top and bottom of the screen 01 3 12 6 55 PM
29. channels and is MODE recommended for use when performing audio dubbing Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models 16 BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models a ie set to 10X while using digital zoom the zoom magnification will i ie to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged 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 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 300X digital magnification SNAPMODE MODE Refer to Snapshot For Video Recording pg 20 Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment AGC The overall appearance may be grainy but the image is bright The shutter speed is automatically adjusted 1 30 1 200 sec Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at 1 30 sec shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode but the subject s movements are not smooth or natural The overall appearance may be grainy While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted 3A is displayed CAMERA VIDEO VIDEO Enables regular video shooting MODE DUAL Enables Dual Shooting pg 26 PS VIDEO VIDEO PS
30. ction Display menu and press it The selected function menu ETEA Menu Screen appears Function menu setting depends on the function If you have selected FADER WIPE E PROGRAM AE or EA W BALANCE see SCE DE 29 If you have selected EY CAMERA MANUAL Erd SYSTEM DISPLAY or E DSC gO to step 5 Oxy t REC MODE er SOUND MODE OOM 7 2 m SNAP MODE 1 GAIN UP AGC G NCAMERA MODES 20 a r RETURN Sub Menu 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 Rotate the MENU wheel to select lt lt RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes e The icon represents END U OOJEDbRAY MELODY ON DEMO MODE MIC IND COLOR BAR STANDARD VGA Normal Screen JY VS200U EN 02 35 28 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt EE r ete n29 Menu Screen Explanations Es FADER WIPE Refer to Fade Wipe Effects C pg 34 35 PROGRAM AE Refer to Program AE With Special Effects I pg 36 37 EA W BALANCE Refer to White Balance Adjustment and Manual White Balance Operation pg 39 REC MODE Allows you to set the video recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference I pg 15 SOUND 12 BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate
31. djustments CF pg 10 2 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO then press FOCUS The manual focus indicator appears 3 To focus on a farther subject rotate the Focus Ring clockwise gt appears and blinks To focus on a nearer subject rotate the Focus Ring counter clockwise lt 4 appears and blinks To reset to Auto Focus press FOCUS or set the Power Switch to EY 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 ik or amp will blink JY VS200U EN 02 35 27 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt hn EE 28 en Power Switch Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings F pg 29 31 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock 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 Lock Button s MENU Wheel Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired fun
32. e Recording Start Stop aa Button again The camcorder re enters Record Standby mode OR Press SNAPSHOT After 15 seconds the beep sounds and snapshot recording starts After that the camcorder re enters Record Standby mode 6 To end Self Timer recording select OFF in step 4 When the Recording Start Stop Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed the tally lamp changes as shown NOTE If BEEP and TALLY are set to OFF lt pg 30 the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light MENU Wheel Turns off Self Timer snapshot recording starts Begins blinking Blinks quickly Stops blinking and stays on Self Timer starts Self Timer shooting Self Timer video record ing starts starts soon After approx 15 sec JY VS200U EN 02 35 32 01 3 12 6 55 PM SSS NOD Power Switch Shooting Mode Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Recording Start Stop Button MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen JY VS200U EN 02 35 33 5 Second Recording Record a vacation or an important event in 5 second clips to keep the action moving This function is available only for video recording m Set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears
33. els XGA or VGA When set to XGA VGA JY VS200U EN 02 35 14 01 3 12 6 55 PM Power Switch Power Lamp MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen Sub Menu JY VS200U EN 02 35 15 en I Oo Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears N Rotate the MENU wheel to select ZY CAMERA and press it The CAMERA Menu appears Wo 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 lt lt RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes e Audio Dubbing pg 71 and Insert Editing C pg 72 are impossible on a tape recorded in the LP mode e LP Long Play is more economical providing 1 5 times the recording time NOTES f the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point t 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
34. ent parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt ED Ee SSS ENO SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun This can cause eye injuries as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal cicuitry 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 Do not carry or hold the camcorder by the lens hood This can cause the unit to drop resulting in injury or serious damage to the camcorder 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 overcausing serious damage to the camcorder CAUTION Attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder with cables S Wdeo Edit
35. epeated when shooting under a flickering light such as a fluorescent light or candlelight when the subject is moving rapidly when there is excessive camera shake If AUTO is selected in the UXGA mode and any of the shooting situations listed above are encountered the camcorder will automatically process the image using the ENLARGE method JY VS200U EN 02 35 17 01 3 12 6 55 PM i gt hE Ez 1 S EN CORDING Basic Recording For Video O Power Switch Shooting NOTE Mode Switch You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power F pg 8 Grip Adjustment CF pg 10 Viewfinder Adjustment lt pg 10 Load A Cassette I pg 12 Recording Mode Setting C pg 15 Power lamp Set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to BY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Make sure CAMERA MODE is set to VIDEO in the Menu Screen CF pg 28 29 Shooting while using the viewfinder Make sure the Lock Button Recording Start Stop Button LCD monitor is closed and locked Pull out the viewfinder fully Display e Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a ar click otherwise it may be pushed back in during min Tape remaining ree time indicator Approximate Shooting while using the LCD monitor Make sure the viewfinder is pushed bac
36. f 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 23 for information about recording from the middle of a tape JY VS200U EN 02 35 12 01 3 12 6 55 PM nlo Card Cover Loading A Memory Card The provided MultiMediaCard is already inserted in the camcorder when you receive the camcorder a 1 Make sure the camcorder s power is off 2 Open the card cover MEMORY CARD Insert the memory card clipped edge first e Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label 4 To close the card cover push it until you hear a click Memory card To Unload A Memory Card In s
37. g turned the camcorder s power off the previous scene wipes out revealing the new scene 01 3 12 6 55 PM k i gt ED Ez SESS ete ENO D Fader And Wipe Menu FADER BLACK Fade in or out with a black screen Pil Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen or fade out BW FADER B W from color to black and white x wipe corner C wire winoow 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 The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners or comes in from the corners gradually wiping out to the center I lt WIPE SLIDE Wipe in from right to left or wipe out from left to right lt gt WIPE DOOR a wire scrote WIPE SHUTTER 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 center of a black screen toward the top and bottom or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the center leaving a black screen JY VS200U EN 02 35 35 The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner The next scene gradu
38. has started When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery and lift off Remember to unplug the AC Adapter Charger s power cord from the AC outlet f the protective cap is attached to the battery pack remove it first Perform charging where the temperature is between 10 C and 35 C 50 F and 95 F 20 C to 25 C 68 F to 77 F is the ideal temperature range for char ging If the environment is too cold char ging may be incom plete 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 char ging 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 char ged the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced Please pur chase a new one
39. ing 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 Attach only the optional JVC VL V3U Vdeo Light VL F3U Video Flash or MZ V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone to the camcorder s Info Shoe IN cc S MultiMediaCard m This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard Only cassettes marked IW and memory cards marked S or MultiMediaCard can be used with this unit Before recording an important scene make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark DY make sure you only use memory cards with the mark S or MultiMediaCard remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use onlyAny commercial use without proper permission is prohibited Even if you record an event such as a showperform ance or exhibition for personal enjoyment it is strongly recommended that you obtain permis sion beforehand JY VS200U EN 02 35 5 01 3 12 6 55 PM e AC Power Adapter Charger AA V40U e Battery Pack BN V408U e Lens Hood CF pg 7 for attachment e S Video Cable e Editing Cable JY VS200U EN 02 35 6 KA PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e Remote Control Unit RM V716U e Jack Box CU V504U V e AAA R03 Battery x 2 for remote control unit
40. k in Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully Tilt it upward min 90 min 89 min gt 3 min downward for best viewability Now calculating e The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the 0 min 1 min lt 2 min Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed Blinking Blinking Blinking M Press the Recording Start Stop Button S REC Tally lamp appears while recording is in progress lights while _ recording is a in progress G To Stop Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display i ee cs rotate the MENU wheel until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached et is also possible to adjust the brightness of the view finder PUSH OPEN Button MENU Wheel JY VS200U EN 02 35 18 01 3 12 6 55 PM ee gt EE r mw 9 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 except during Interface Shooting E 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 for ce Once
41. le expose the image and generate a UXGA sized picture ENLARGE C appears F pg 21 Digitally enlarges the image to UXGA size MENU Wheel Display On Menu Screen VGA lt RETURN Rotate the MENU wheel to select 4 RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes JY VS200U EN 02 35 16 01 3 12 6 55 PM Zs o ae SES ee wnd STORAGE CAPACITY The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality and size as well as the composition of the a subjects in the images Approximate number of storable images Provided 16 MB MultiMediaCard QUALITY SIZE FINE STANDARD Approximate number of storable images Optional 8 MB MultiMediaCard QUALITY SIZE FINE STANDARD NOTES If the Shooting Mode Switch is set to UXGA during video recording the camcorder stops video recording The camcorder automatically zooms out to less than 2X when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to UXGA With images shot in the UXGA mode the shutter speed is applicable only up to 1 500 in the SPORTS mode F pg 37 Sepia and Monotone cannot be activated If DOUBLE is selected in the UXGA mode images may not be processed properly in the following situations when the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness when shooting in a dark place when the subject contains identical patterns that are regularly r
42. may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation 10 cm 3 15 16 or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation holes If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws overning the disposal of these batteries must be ollowed 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 equip ment fire or electric shock may be caused 01 3 12 6 55 PM _ IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety In order not to defeat the built in safeguards observe the following basic rules for its installation use
43. n the LCD monitor fully Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears Set CAMERA MODE to VIDEO or PS VIDEO in the Menu Screen CF pg 28 29 Rotate the MENU wheel to select El FADER WIPE then press it Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired function then press it Selection is complete Press the MENU wheel again The Menu Screen closes To activate the Fade in or Wipe in Press FADE WIPE during Record Standby mode so that the selected effect indicator appears To activate the Fade out or Wipe out Press FADE WIPE during recording so that the selected effect indicator appears Press the Recording Start Stop Button to activate the Fade in out or Wipe in out PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION P LIP Cp P bole Ep and EP The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video recording is started 7 Follow steps 1 through 5 above Engage the Record Standby mode If you press FADE WIPE during recording press the Recording Start Stop Button when one scene is finished The point at which the scene ended is stored in memory If you press FADE WIPE during Record Standby mode press the Recording Start Stop Button 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 start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording without havin
44. ooming is possible to a maximum of 300X or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom lt gt pg 29 Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing and is therefore called Digital Zoom During Digital zoom the quality of image may suffer Digital zoom cannot be used in the following cases e When digital image processing such as Picture Wipe Dissolve 7 pg 34 35 or Video Echo C pg 36 37 is activated e When the Shooting Mode Switch is set to UXGA or XGA VGA CF pg 14 e When CAMERA MODE is set to DUAL in the Menu Screen CF pg 28 29 e When CAMERA MODE is set to PS VIDEO and WIDE MODE is set to PS WIDE in the Menu Screen CF pg 28 29 Macro shooting as close as approx 5 cm 2 to the subject is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to W Also see TELE MACRO in the Menu Screen on page 30 01 3 12 6 55 PM 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 As
45. oting of moving images Progressive Mode Recording pg 24 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 30 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 ut y A a 7 f Pa A s f i re i rs f i at Odd number Even number Odd number Even number Field Field Field Field 30 Frames per second JY VS200U EN 02 35 25 01 3 12 6 55 PM 20en Power Switch Shooting Mode Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button SNAPSHOT Button Video image Released position Half pressed position Still image Fully pressed position FOCUS Ring FOCUS Button JY VS200U EN 02 35 26 ced Features For Video And D S C cont Dual Shooting Lets you record images on a tape and store still images in a memory card simultaneously In other words it is possible to store still images in the memory card without interrupting image recording on the tape Set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to M
46. ransitions from scene to scene IMPORTANT Some Fade Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects F pg 36 37 If an unusable Fade Wipe Effect is selected its indicator blinks or goes out Shooting Mode Switch Power Switch Recording Start Stop Button MENU Wheel To Deactivate The Selected Effect press FADE WIPE again in step 6 so that the effect indicator disappears NOTES You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button f 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 W ipe 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 CAMERA MODE is set to PS VIDEO All Fade Wipe Effects cannot be used when CAMERA MODE is set to DUAL The sound at the end of the last recorded scene is not stored JY VS200U EN 02 35 34 FADE WIPE SELECTION Wi Bi BW RJ O O BI A and E3 Fade or Wipe works when video recording is started or when you stop recording Set the Shooting Mode Switch to VIDEO and set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or ope
47. s close as approx 5 cm 2 to the subject to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one color wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The following low contrast warnings appear blinking a 4 gt and amp NOTES f 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 7 pg 22 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject This will not occur when TELE MACRO pg 30 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 a
48. semble Editing pg 65 70 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 e When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape e When power shuts off during shooting e When a tape is removed and re inserted during shooting Minutes e When shooting using a partially recorded tape e When shooting on a blank portion located Seconds partway through the tape Frais e When shooting again after shooting a scene 30 frames 1 second then opening closing the cassette holder cover Display Frames are not displayed during recording Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 1 Play back a tape or use Blank Sear ch CF pg 43 to find the spot at which you want to start recording then engage the Still Playback mode pg 40 2 Set the Power Switch to BY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then start recording NOTES The time code cannot be reset During fast forwarding and rewinding the time code indication does not move smoothly The time code is displayed only when TIME CODE is set
49. sh back it in and pull it out again The Motor Drive mode lt gt pg 20 is disabled when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to XGA VGA or UXGA When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE connector the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker Still images taken are compliant to DCF Design rules for Camera File systems They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF In the XGA mode images shot using a 680 000 pixel Progressive Scan CCD effective area 630 000 pixels 962 x 654 pixels are converted and stored in the XGA mode file size 1024 x 768 pixels 01 3 12 6 55 PM k 22 en Zoom in T Telephoto Zoom out W Wide angle Zoom display 10x WCET o S Digital zoom zone 10X optical zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever MENU Wheel JY VS200U EN 02 35 22 FEATURE Zooming PURPOSE To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification OPERATION Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W m The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever the quicker the zoom action NOTES Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus pg 27 then zoom in or out in Record mode Z
50. sing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product e Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product e Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product e Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets 2 Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn 3 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 4 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 5 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards 6 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 7 Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products
51. tep 3 push the memory card which then comes Clippededge S eT out of the camcorder automatically Pull it out and sade close the card cover i AS NOTES S Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked D or MultiMediaCards marked MultiMediaCard Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder Before purchasing a memory card consult its manufacturer or dealer Before using anew memory card it is necessary to FORMAT the card CF pg 49 ATTENTION Do not insert remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or not the card is installed JY VS200U EN 02 35 13 01 3 12 6 55 PM i O an GETTING STARTED cont To turn on the camcorder first set the Power Operation Mode Switch to any operation mode except OFF while pressing down the Lock Button located Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your on the switch then pull out the viewfinder preference using the Power Switch and Shooting Mode fully or open the LCD monitor fully Switch Power Switch Power Switch Position Manual Lock Button Shooting Mode Switch Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording try this mode EY Full Auto Allows you to record using N
52. 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 f 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 CF pg 23 During recording sound is not heard from the speaker To hear the sound connect optional headphones to the PHONE connector The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback pg 40 To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off C7 pg 28 30 JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING In some situations different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction It can rotate 270 90 downward 180 upward I
53. tructions 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 4 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product JY VS200U EN 02 35 3 SS hte k 5 Ventilation ENO Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered e Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface e Do not place the product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 6 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard
54. wfinder fully 2 Press SNAPSHOT halfway The screen becomes a still image which is captured into the camcorder s memory However it is not recorded until SNAPSHOT is pressed fully e At this moment if you release SNAPSHOT snapshot recording will be canceled 3 Press SNAPSHOT fully The image is recorded in the memory card e Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no frame To Delete Unwanted Still Images cone when unwanted still images are stored in the memory card or its memory is full refer to Deleting Images C pg 47 and delete unwanted still images To Remove The Shutter Sound ic when you do not want to hear the shutter sound set BEEP to OFF in the Menu Screen gt pg 28 30 The sound is no longer heard from the speaker NOTES Even if DIS is set to ON F pg 29 the Stabilizer will be disabled f Snapshot recording is not possible PHOTO blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed If Program AE with special effects I pg 36 is engaged certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording In such a case the icon blinks If shooting is not performed for approx 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to BN or iM and power is supplied from the battery pack the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power To perform shooting again close the LCD monitor and re open it When using the viewfinder pu
55. when the Power Switch is set to EY The ON SCREEN setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control provided t pg 55 58 66 JY VS200U EN 02 35 31 01 3 12 6 55 PM Zs o ae 32 EN Power Switch Shooting Self Timer Mode Switch Once the camcorder is set the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding SNAPSHOT i l the final touch to a memorable picture Button Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully e 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 Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears Lock Button Recording stari stop Bution Rotate the MENU wheel to select fl MANUAL Display and press it 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 RETURN and press it twice to close the Menu Screen Menu Screen SELF TIMER _OFF ON To engage the Self Timer for video recording press the Recording Start Stop Button After 15 seconds the beep sounds and video recording starts To stop Self Timer recording press th
56. y falling over do not use a small sized tripod 01 3 12 6 55 PM Separate the Velcro strip Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily 7 Set the Power Switch to E or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Set the Shooting Mode Switch to any position enl 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 i F pg 41 Power Lamp Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on 2 Press the MENU wheel The Menu Screen appears 3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select DISPLAY Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears 4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select CLOCK AD J Press it and month is highlighted Rotate the MENU wheel to input the month Press it Repeat to input the day year hour and minute Rotate the MENU wheel to select lt lt RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes Built in Clock s Rechargeable Lithium Battery MENU Wheel 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 Display
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