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JVC GRDVL140 User's Manual

1. 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 CF pg 37 38 When a blank portion is recorded on a tape Time code Time code Time code 00 00 00 05 43 21 00 00 00 Already recorded scene Blank Newly recorded scene A A A 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 Already recorded scene New scene Latest scene A A A Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point BASIC PLAYBACK Normal Playback 7 Load a tape I pg 13 Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch To start playback press gt HE e To stop playback press W Power Switch e Press lt lt to rewind or gt gt to fast forward the tape during Stop mode Lock Button Power Zoom Lever VOL To Control The Speaker Volume Play Pause Button gt 11 Slide the Power Zoom Lever VOL towards to turn up the volume or towards to turn down the Rewind Button lt 4 volume pa Forgard NOTES Stop Button W If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery the camcorder shuts off hei ARK automatically To turn on again set the Power Switch to a d OFF
2. Connect the camcorder to your PC using the appropriate cable as shown in the illustration Turn the camcorder s Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and turn on the PC e Refer to the instruction manual of the software on how to transfer a still image to the PC When finished turn off the PC first then the camcorder PC connection cable optional eno Core filter DV cable optional connector M i Qo PC with DV connector NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 9 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 Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector equipped capture board When using a DV cable be sure to use the optional JVC VC VDV206U or VC VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector 4 or 6 pins on the PC or use the DV cable provided with the capture board The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using Core filter DV cable optional Core filter To DV IN To DV connector connector i BA To PC connector D
3. cccceeeeee CF pg 28 29 Playback ZOOM ssssccceceeeesesesneeeeeeees CF pg 44 Power Switch Position es eeeeeeeeeeeeeees CF pg 17 PINOT seneye S CF pg 52 Programme AE With Special Effects CF7 pg 26 27 Provided ACCESSOFIES ssssceceeesreeeeeeeeees CF pg 5 Ro Random Assemble Editing CF pg 45 49 Record Standby sascscanacsvanbenscedeerateaseteacanvees CF pg 16 Recording MOOG sesiis CF pg 14 Remote Contool sissteiciniscssersnaas CF pg 42 INCSEL avissssoetcncaswvganuesancarssegussneayaridasteonedeeuss C pg 37 Rewind The Tape cisacncsvscevassverensavsbnostecesaere CF pg 20 So SElE RGCONCIMG zs2scccecgseresiaventaseiqereiaceesieens CF pg 17 IS tates ace teres sae Senet ete CF pg 27 Set Remote Control VCR Code 00 CF pg 45 SMOE SEACH anesan CF pg 20 Shutter Speed seresa CF pg 27 SOW S DURET prisao r onioni CF pg 27 SHapS NOL cosexeeaesaasuatonsnaiosoetceaeteneeieremieanece CF pg 30 Snapshot Mode cccsssssscececeeeesssssneeees CF pg 30 OW isip CF pg 27 Sound Mode u ccseecceeeceeeeceeeeees CF pg 35 38 39 Speaker Volume srsrecttesccasecoualcconcsestarenceses CF pg 20 SpecHiIcCatUONS serrirostris CF pg 70 71 IPOT ienaa E EA CF pg 27 So N E A E E E en ener CF pg 27 NS Se A E T CF pg 36 MIEP IOC IS scrise E CF pg 20 ODE aer E CF pg 27 EN 69 T TINY I I OE EAA CF pg 36 Tele MaCrO lt ccssieecsrerieseserenme nant CF pg 36
4. e Date Time set DATE TIME to AUTO ON or OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 38 e Time Code set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen CF pg 38 e Playback Sound Mode Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays set ON SCREEN to LCD or LCD TV in the Menu Screen F pg 38 Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required Y C When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y C signals and uses an S Video cable CVBS When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y C signals and uses an audio video cable When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input connector an optional DV cable can be connected instead of an S Video cable and audio video cable Programme OUT Random Assemble Editing Menu MTIME CODE TOTAL 00 00 Remote sensor O O 0000 m REW O OOO PLAY 1 0 OOO IN OUT QO O G ON OFF CANCEL RM V700U optional ena Point the remote control at the camcorder s remote sensor Press PLAY gt and then press ON OFF on the remote control The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears SELECT SCENES At the beginning of the scene press IN OUT on the remote control The Edit In position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu At the end of the scene press IN OUT The Edit Out position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu Repeat steps 5 and 6 to register additional scenes
5. 20 White Balance cannot be activated 21 When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light vertical lines appear 22 When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting the screen becomes red or black for an instant 23 During recording the date time does not appear activated e WIDE MODE is not set to OFF 16 e When using Picture Wipe Dissolve C pg 28 there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the 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 The Picture Wipe or Dissolve functions are in use e WIDE MODE is set to SQUEEZE in the Menu Screen e A Fade In or Fade Out is in progress When shooting in the dark the unit becomes highly sensitive to light and the image takes on an effect similar to Slow Shutter The Picture Wipe or Dissolve function is in use e The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated This is a result of exceed ingly high contrast and is not a malfunction This is not a malfunction DATE TIME is set to OFF in the Menu Screen mode or set WIDE MODE to OFF before preparing to use the Picture Wipe CF pg 26 28 36 Set WIDE MODE to CINEMA or OFF mode F pg 36 e Do not try to u
6. SHUTTER 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 1 120 The shutter speed is fixed at 1 120th of a second The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury vapour lamp is reduced amp SPORTS Variable Shutter Speed 1 250 1 4000 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 8 SNOW Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow SPOTLIGHT Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights NOTE SPOTLIGHT has the same effect as 3 with the exposure control pg 32 x TWILIGHT Makes evening scenes look more natural White Balance pg 33 is initially set to 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 LE SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look en2 B W MONOTONE Like black and white films your footag
7. mark visible Slide the holder back in until you hear a click e Read the cautions in the instructions provided with the RM V700U 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 EN 43 RM V700U optional With the camcorder s Power Switch set With the ere Power Switch to the camera position LY or m set to c INT TIME Button SELF TIMER Button O REC TIME Button ANIM Button FF Button Forward Forward Shuttle Search lt pg 20 O REW Button Rewind Reverse Shuttle Search lt pg 20 PLAY Button __ Playback start pg 20 transmitting window wsm S OoOO Zoom in out F pg 18 Zoom in out CF pg 44 vamen oes Daoue ooo o i e Osor o y Sm Omsen ooo a Oraon Ci This function is unavailable with this camcorder Buttons MOTE CONTROL UNIT cont FEATURE Playback Zoom PURPOSE To magnify the recorded image up to 15X at any time during playback OPERATION 1 Press PLAY gt 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 m To end
8. time and time code from SCREEN 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 DISPLAY are recorded e When the date is changed during playback ON The date time is always displayed or 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 playback starts The camcorder displays the date time when scenes a TIME OFF Time code is not displayed Ur et ie code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV Frame numbers are not displayed during recording CLOCK ADJ Allows you to set the current date and time F pg 12 Factory preset NOTES o Eal SYSTEM and I 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 38 CLOCK ADJ only appears when the Power Switch is set to M The f DISPLAY settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to W J E MENU BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Recording Start Stop Button Display EAV IDEO SOUND MODE MS YSTEM 4 12BIT MODE DISPLAY D gt BANealite REC MODE eo pzd SOUND MODE STEREO 12BIT MODE SOUND 1 SYNCHRO un OO REC MODE SP MELODY TALLY ON ID NUMBER 06 DEMO MODE O
9. 10 Stereo Microphone sccsceeseesseseeseees CF pg 50 HJ Shoulder Strap Eyelets cccceeeeeeee CF pg 11 BB Grip Strap occ ccccecscceescesceseneees CF pg 10 E Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch 06 CF pg 65 El Battery Pack MOUNT ccceseeeseeseeteeees CF pg 8 EA LCD Monitor cececceteeeeeeeeees CF pg 16 17 33 R a issisuseicsvesersacsersovensenandeweresss CF pg 20 E Stud Holle ceccccccccecsecscsseseeseseeseesees CF pg 11 Eg Tripod Mounting Socket cccccceeees CF pg 11 62 EN INDEX Indications LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During Recording all 40x WLELIT 70 0 O 23m Os BR N eO Q Appears when the Power Switch is set to BY D Appears during zooming l pg 17 Zoom level indicator lt gt pg 18 2 BM Appears when Night Scope is oem Displays the recording mode SP or LP P CF pg 14 e 305A Appears when GAIN UP is set to oo a AUTO and the shutter speed is being 13 Displays the tape remaining time C pg 16 automatically adjusted C pg 35 e REC appears during recording 3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted e PAUSE appears during Record Standby mode gt pg 33 lt gt pg 16 oo e PHOTO appears when taking a Snapshot Q e Appears when the exposure is adjusted pg 30 gt pg 32 l Appears when backlight compensation is Rotates while the tape is run
10. 10X optical zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever SIC RECORDING cont 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 F pg 25 then zoom in or out in Record mode Zooming is possible to a maximum of 150X or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom CF pg 35 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 when digital image processing such as Picture Wipe Dissolve F pg 28 29 or Video Echo F pg 27 is activated e 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 36 SESE el 9 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 p
11. Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape l A DUB ERROR F pg 50 A DUB ERROR Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP lt CANNOT DUB mode lt gt pg 50 ON A a oo Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16 bit lt CANNOT DUB ane pg 50 ON A 16BIT Appears if A DUB amp on the remote control is pressed when the erase RECORDING gt protection tab is set to SAVE lt gt pg 50 lt CHECK TAPE S ERASE PROTECTION TAB gt The error indications E01 E06 show what type of malfunction has UNIT REE ARD occured When an error indication appears the camcorder turns off MODE REMOVE AND automatically Remove the power supply battery etc and wait a few REATTACH BATTERY minutes for the indication to clear When it does you can resume using the camcorder If the indication remains consult your nearest JVC dealer USER MAINTENANCE Atter Use 7 Turn off the camcorder Slide and hold OPEN EJECT in the direction of the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks The cassette holder opens automatically Remove the cassette 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 4 Tilt the viewfind
12. Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTIONS m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel m When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides CAUTION To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit first firmly insert the small end of the power cord into the AC Adapter until SE it is no longer wobbly and then plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet SESE ENO CAUTIONS This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the JVC BN V408U V416U V428U battery packs and to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet use the provided multi voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries When the equ
13. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet Q located under the Grip Strap Confirm the strap is not twisted E Tripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camera to a tripod extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder It is not advised to use small sized tripods This may cause damage to the unit by falling over To attach the camera to a tripod align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camera Then tighten the screw clockwise Some tripods are not equipped with studs 12 MENU BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display C4WIPE FADER OFF Ga f ON SCREEN LCD TV DISPLAY Menu Ls Ea 0 DATE TIME AUTO TIME CODE OFF CLOCK 25 12 01 ADJ 17 30 eid CLOCK 25M PA ADJ 17 30 GETTING STARTED cont 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 gt pg 38 39 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in to access the Menu Screen Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select E DISPLAY Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select CLOCK AD J Press it and day is highlighted Rotate
14. ZOOM to 40X or 150X in the Menu Screen F pg 35 e Disengage the VIDEO ECHO mode F pg 18 27 e Wait until the Picture Wipe or Dissolve effects are completed cF pg 18 28 12 Turn off Sepia and Mono tone CF pg 26 28 13 Turn off Sepia Monotone or Slow Shutter before adding Dissolve to a scene transition F pg 26 28 e Set WIDE MODE to CINEMA or OFF mode gt pg 36 e Make sure you have selected the mode of Programme AE with special effects you want before starting editing I pg 26 28 14 Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording The effects are then automatically activated gt pg 28 e Do not turn off the camcorder s power after setting Edit In and Edit Out points as they will all be erased I pg 28 e 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 gt pg 28 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 15 The picture wipe function 15 The Slow Shutter mode is 15 Disengage the Slow Shutter does not work 16 Scene transition does not go as expected 17 The Video Echo mode does not work 18 Even when Slow Shutter is not selected the image looks like it is activated 19 There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated
15. a TV or VCR which does not accept Y C signals and uses an audio video cable Make sure all units are turned off Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration F pg 22 If using a VCR go to step 3 If not go to step 4 referring to your VCR s instruction manual Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV e Date Time Set DATE TIME to AUTO ON or OFF in the Menu Screen CF pg 38 e Time Code Set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen CF pg 38 e Playback Sound Mode Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays for video playback Set ON SCREEN to LCD or LCD TV in the Menu Screen F pg 38 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input N29 It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack F pg 9 To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to BY or M then set your TV to the appropriate input mode Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interf
16. 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 BASIC RECORDING amp PLAYBACK m 5 BASIC iy acta PLAYBACK CONTENTS BASIC RECORDING Basic Recording Journalistic Shooting Self Recording Operation Mode Zooming Time Code BASIC PLAYBACK Normal Playback Still Playback Shuttle Search Frame By Frame Playback Blank Search Connections 16e Power lamp Power Switch During shooting Lock Button Recording Start Stop Button Display 25min Tape remaining time indicator Approximate min 90 min gt 89 min gt 3 min Now calculating 0 min lt 1 min lt 2 min Blinking Blinking Blinking BRIGHT C T MENU BRIGHT Wheel PUSH OPEN Button Tally lamp lights while recording is in progress BASIC RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power F pg 8 Grip Adjustment F pg 10 Viewfinder Adjustment F pg 10 Load A Cassette CF pg 13 Recording Mode Setting CF pg 14 7 Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it Set the Power Switch to BY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Shooting while using the LCD monitor Make sure the LCD monitor is full
17. e 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 NOTES When choosing a scene set Edit In and Edit Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them f 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 It is not possible to use Fade Wipe effects and Pro gramme AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing using a DV cable CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE OTE CONTROL UNIT cont AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE Hl Point the remote control towards the VCR s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY II or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode 1 Press the Recording Start Stop Button on the camcorder Editing proceeds as programmed right through to the end of the last registered scene e Pressing START STOP on the
18. extended use it is recommended that OE a you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 P times the planned shooting time INFORMATION The extended use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter Charger VU V840 KIT BN V840U battery pack amp AA V15EG AC Power Adapter Charger VU V856 KIT BN V856U battery pack amp AA V80EG AC Power Adapter Charger Read the kit s instruction manual before using Neither BN V840U nor BN V856U can be charged by using the AC Adapter provided with this camcorder Use only the AA V15EG AC Power Adapter Charger for BN V840U battery pack and only AA V80EG AC Power Adapter Charger for BN V856U battery pack Also by using the optional JVC VC VBN856U DC Cord it will be possible to connect BN V840U or BN V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder USING AC POWER Use the AC Adapter connect as shown in the illustration NOTES The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V For other notes gt pg 54 To AC outlet a DC connector Lithium ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures 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 poss
19. is being automatically adjusted 8A is displayed To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification NOTES Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes 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 Stabiliser cannot be used tm MANUAL __ Factory preset NOTES The BY CAMERA settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both BY and M The Il MANUAL settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to W CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE S6en ILED ADJUSTMENT cont Menu Screen Explanations cont TELE Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the MACRO 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 e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus WIDE Records with no change in the screen ratio For playback
20. not a defect 33 Images on the LCD 33 e The speaker volume is too 33 Turn the speaker volume monitor are jittery great down lt gt pg 20 34 Blocks of noise appear 34 34 Clean the video heads with during playback or there is an optional cleaning no playback picture and cassette gt pg 67 the screen becomes blue 35 The LCD monitor the 35 e Wipe them gently with soft viewfinder and the lens cloth Wiping strongly can have become dirty ex cause damage CF pg 65 fingerprints 36 An unusual mark appears i 36 Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor viewfinder indications CF pg 62 64 37 An error indication 37 e A malfunction of some kind 37 e Remove the power supply E01 E06 appears has occurred In this case battery pack etc and wait the camcorder s functions a few minutes for the become unusable 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 38 The charger indicator on 38 The temperature of the 38 To protect the battery it is the camcorder does not battery is extremely high recommended to charge it light low in places with a temperature e Charging is difficult in of 10 C to 35 C pg 66 places subject to extremely high low temperatures 39 When the image is printed 39 This is not a ma
21. on a TV with a MODE normal screen ratio CINEMA _ Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen During playback on Cc 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 ll MANUAL SQUEEZE For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16 9 Naturally expands the Ww 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 WIND OFF Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind Sal ON N Helps cut down on noise created by wind N 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 30 MELODY Instead of a beep a melody sounds when any operation is performed It also activates the shutter sound effect F pg 30 TALLY OFF The tally lamp remains off at all times OoN The tal
22. or the viewfinder swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap or the grip 5 Dirty heads can cause the following problems e No picture during playback e Blocks of noise appear during playback e During recording the Head Clog Warning indicator 3 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 NOYA 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 t
23. remove the shutter sound C7 BEEP on pg 34 36 Even if MULTI 4 or MULTI 9 is engaged Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom or Night Scope F pg 26 f Snapshot recording is not possible PHOTO blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed f Programme AE with special effects lt gt pg 26 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 pg 35 the Stabiliser will be disabled During tape playback as well all snapshot modes are available However the shutter sound is not heard During Snapshot recording the image displayed in the viewfinder may be partially missing However there is no effect in the recorded image When a cable is connected to the AV connector the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker however it is recorded onto the tape e lt 5PHOTO will appear while the snapshot is being taken OZen Exposure Control Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations e When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright e When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing e When the background is overly dark or the subject light Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the swi
24. shutter speed Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Press NIGHT SCOPE so that the Night Scope indicator amp appears e The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity e A appears beside while the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted To Deactivate Night Scope press NIGHT SCOPE again so that the Night Scope indicator disappears Programme AE With Special Effects 7 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears 3 Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select PROGRAM AE then press it 4 Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired mode lt pg 27 then press it Selection is complete Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in again The Menu Screen closes Press P AE so that the selected effect indicator appears To Deactivate The Selected Mode press P AE again so that the effect indicator disappears NOTES Programme AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record Standby Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot be used during Night Scope IMPORTANT Some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade Wipe Effects F pg 28 29 If an unusable mode is selected its indicator blinks or goes out
25. the sound back Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture According to the menu access explanation on pg 38 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 MODE SOUNDL Sound from the L channel is output in stereo SOUND R d Sound from the R channel is output in stereo MIX Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both L and R channels in stereo 12BIT MODE SOUND 1 Original sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo SOUND 2 Dubbed sound is output 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 DATE TIME setting TIME CODE setting speed and tape running For date time For time code 12B 1T SOUND1 25 12 01 17 30 12 34 24 Frames Seconds Minutes 25 frames 1 second 40 en Power Switch Audio Video cable mini plug to RCA plug provi
26. the longer recharging takes Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 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 g CAUTIONS 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 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 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 e While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up elf you leave power on for a long time the surface around the L
27. the manufacturer s instructions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equipment DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it is damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety It is illegal to watch television whilst driving DON T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with the fixings provid
28. then to QEM The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor e viewfinder or on a connected TV F pg 22 ji J You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body QS CD monitor viewfinder indications e When power is supplied from a battery the lt 1 battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed When power is supplied from an AC outlet lt 1 does not appear e During Stop mode none of the indications are displayed When a cable is connected to the AV connector the sound is not heard from the speaker Speaker Still Playback Pauses during playback 1 Press gt H during playback 2 To resume normal playback press gt El again f 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 gt II 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 gt gt for forward or lt 4 for reverse search during playback 2 To resume normal playback press gt HE During playback press and hold lt lt or gt gt The search continues as long as you hold the button Once you release it normal playback resumes A slight mosaic effect appears on screen d
29. white balance is usually adjusted automatically However more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select EA W BALANCE then press it The W BALANCE Menu appears 4 Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired mode AUTO White balance is adjusted automatically factory preset MWB White balance is set manually FINE Outdoors on a sunny day e CLOUD Outdoors on a cloudy day 36 HALOGEN A video light or similar type of lighting is used 5 Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in Selection is complete Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in again The Menu Screen closes and the selected mode indicator except AUTO appears To Return To Automatic White Balance select AUTO in step 4 Or set the Power Switch to BY NOTE White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone pg 27 is activated END D Manual White Balance Operation Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment and select 4 MWB Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject Adjust zoom or position
30. zoom press and hold W until magnification returns to normal Or press STOP W and then press PLAY gt NOTES Zoom can also be used during still playback Due to digital image processing the quality of the D image may suffer OO C Zoom Buttons OT 3 SOl STOP RM V700U optional PLAY Normal playback Press T VCR Recording deck O ere oo SET CC VCR CTL OQO RM V700U optional VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME A B AKAI 00 00 00 BLAUPUNKT 0 6 FERGUSON O HITACHI JVC A B C MITSUBISHI NEC VCR BRAND NAME PHILIPS TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE TOSHIBA BUTTONS c 60 6 00 9 60 0600 00 0000 00 mosse PANASONIC 6000 5 0O 0 QO 2 2 QO 5 Q 5 0 O QO 0 2 0 QO QO 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 00000 QOQ EN 45 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 automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily performed when the RM V700U 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 lithium battery is installed in the remote control RM V700U lt pg 42 SET REMOTE
31. 6 e Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame gt pg 30 e Turn off Sepia and Mono tone CF pg 26 27 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE DOs SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES 9 The image taken using 9 e Shooting was performed Snapshot is too dark under backlit conditions CORRECTIVE ACTION 9 e Press the BACKLIGHT Button F pg 32 10 Set PROGRAM AE to 10 The image taken using Snapshot is too bright 11 Digital Zoom does not work 12 The Black amp White Fader 12 does not work The Sepia Monotone or 13 The Dissolve function does not work 14 The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work The subject is too bright 10X optical zoom is selected e PROGRAM AF is set to VIDEO ECHO in the Menu Screen e Picture Wipe or Dissolve are being used in a scene transition e The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated Slow Shutter mode of Programme AE with special effects is activated e WIDE MODE is set to SQUEEZE in the Menu Screen e The previously selected mode of Programme AE with special effects was changed after the last selected scene for editing was registered The last selected editing scene is ending e At the end of the last selected scene for editing the Power Switch was set to OFF e The power is off SPOTLIGHT in the Menu Screen CF pg 26 11 Set
32. CD monitor becomes hot Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder S chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting anten nas 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 ina closed car in summer near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods expose the lens to direct sunlight carry it by holding the LCD monitor
33. JVC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR DVL140 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey in English only http www jvc victor co jp english index e html INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 6 GETTING STARTED 7 14 BASIC RECORDING amp PLAYBACK 15 23 BASIC RECORDING 16 19 BASIC PLAYBACK 20 23 ADVANCED FEATURES FOR RECORDING 25 33 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 34 39 DUBBING 000 40 41 USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 42 50 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 51 52 REFERENCES 53 71 DETAILS sepia Seance yates 54 TROUBLESHOOTING 59 99 INDEX iire 60 64 USER MAINTENANCE 65 CAUTIONS 000 66 67 TERMS nnan 68 69 SPECIFICATIONS 70 71 Zen 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 refer to the Index pgs 61 64 and familiarize y
34. N CAM RESET es pzd 5 plete eo ZHON SCREEN Skoki DATE TIME AUTO TIME CODE OFF t DETAILED ADJUSTMENT cont For Playback Menu The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp F pg 49 Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired function menu and press it The selected function menu appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired function and press it to display the Sub Menu Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired parameter and press it Selection is complete Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select RETURN and press it twice to close the Menu Screen Menu Screen Explanations SOUND MODE F pg 39 12BIT MODE gt pg 39 REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference F pg 14 Each setting is linked with J DISPLAY or E SYSTEM which appears when the Power Switch is set to M gt pg 36 37 The parameters are the same as in the description on pg 36 37 EY VIDEO 7 zn a DISPLAY NOTE REC MODE can be set when the Power Switch is set to GEM or M gt pg 14 35 SESE ENO J PLAYBACK SOUND During playback the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made and plays
35. T Button ee F pg 32 Power Switch EV mM GEM OFF I gt pg 17 3 Recording Start Stop Button 0008 CF pg 16 Lock Button eee eee een cree CF pg 17 15 OPEN EJECT Switch c cceccseceeseeseseesees CF pg 13 Connectors The connectors to are located beneath a cover S Video Output Connector E E EESE CF pg 22 40 46 PC DIGITAL PHOTO Connector CF pg 51 J Terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol CF pg 46 Connect to a JLIP compatible camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer using the Software Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing CF pg 45 49 Audio Video Output Connector TAN e eas CF pg 22 40 46 DC Input Connector ccccececseeeeees CF pg 8 9 Digital Video Connector DV OUT i Link oo r pg 41 51 52 i Link refers to the IEEE1394 1995 industry specification and extensions thereof The logo is used for products compliant with the i Link standard Indicators Tally Lamp ssosaenccestnsesuaentereviensteracee CF pg 16 36 CHARGE Lamp ccsccsccssesseeseescesceseeseens CF pg 8 Power Lamp csccssessessesseeseeseeseees CF pg 16 17 Other Parts EJ Remote Sensor ccececcsseesseseeseseesees CF pg 42 e Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here HJ Viewfinder c cccccccceeseseeseeseeeeeeeeees CF pg
36. Time Code wu ccc cceeccesecceeeeeeeeees CF pg 19 37 38 39 Tripod MOUNMUNE cxicssicanesceestieenseerdencerieeees iS pg 11 TINS IN eer CF pg 27 U Unload A Tipe eenen ann CF pg 13 A Video ECNO ssisironssacrnnanesisansii tesnia CF pg 39 Wee White BANCO saisis pse aa CF pg 33 Wide Moda cssensrsscet nns CF pg 36 Aaa CU EE E EE E CF pg 36 Wipe IM OU necessa CF pg 28 29 L ZOOMING scsssicvssessaeisecenssadvovenensnascaeeseooneutes r pg 18 70e For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off viewfinder on LCD monitor on viewfinder off Dimensions W x H x D Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker For Digital Video Camera Format Signal format Recording Playback format Cassette Tape speed Maximum recording time using 80 min cassette For Connectors S Video Output AV Video output Audio output DV Output PC DIGITAL PHOTO JLIP I eT NING DC 11 0 V Using AC Adapter DC 7 2 V Using battery pack Approx 4 3 W Approx 5 3 W 83 mm x 97 mm x 188 mm with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed down Approx 590 g 0 C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C 1 4 CCD F 1 8 f 3 6 mm to 36 mm 10 1 power zoom lens 637 mm 2 5 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system Electronic viewfinder with 0 24 black whi
37. VCR CODE Turn off the power to the VCR and point the 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 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while holding VCR CTL 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 VCR CTL for this one You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions NOTES 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 f 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 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE To JLIP S Video cable optional Audio Video cable provided Editing cable optional To AUDIO VIDEO and S IN connectors 1 Li y C CVBS If your
38. VCR has the g nae eid SCART connector use the provided cable adapter A To Remote PAUSE or R EDIT RM V700U optional Connect when an S Video cable is not used When connecting cables open this cover ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE Make sure you use the optional editing cable QAMO214 001 Consult the JVC Service Center for details on its availability Make sure you connect the end with the core filter plug which has 3 rings around the pin to the camcorder MOTE CONTROL UNIT cont MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg 22 and 23 1 A A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector AJVC 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 A VCR other than above connect the editing cable to the remote control s PAUSE IN connector Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Turn the VCR power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to the VCR s instructions NOTES 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 choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV
39. adapter as required Y C When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y C signals and uses an S Video cable CVBS When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y C signals and uses an audio video cable To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV e Date Time set DATE TIME to AUTO ON or OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 38 e Time Code set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen CF pg 38 e Playback Sound Mode Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays set ON SCREEN to LCD or LCD TV in the Menu Screen CF pg 38 J To DV OUT Core filter DV cable optional Power Switch Core filter To DV IN Video unit equipped with DV input connector en4 Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector Digital Dubbing 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 Make sure all units are turned off Connect the camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration Set the 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 Pre
40. arly 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 aA lt 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 C pg 18 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject This will not occur when TELE MACRO lt pg 36 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 lt gt pg 10 2 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then press FOCUS pg 60 and 61 FOCUS Button The manual focus indicator appears 3 To focus on a farther subject rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel towards appears and blinks To focus on a nearer subject rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel towards lt 4 appears and blinks 4 Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in Focus adjustment is complete To reset to Auto Focus pr
41. ck whether the value you have input is appropriate or not and make adjustments accordingly Depending on the recorder there may be situations where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected EN 49 For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record Pause to Record mode faster than others Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time you may lose scenes you wanted or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want For a cleanly edited tape confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR DIAGNOSING VCR CAMCORDER TIMING Play back the tape in the camcorder then point the remote control at the camcorder s remote sensor and press ON OFF The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears 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 e 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 e f the scene you tried to dub starts in progress the VCR is slow to start recording ADJUSTMENT OF VCR CAMCORDER TIMING Point the remote control at the camcorder s remote sensor and press ON OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear then press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Me
42. creen appears NOTE If you do not detach the Lens Cap you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder GETTING STARTED WA Grip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap Attachment Tripod Mounting Date Time Settings Loading Unloading A Cassette Recording Mode Setting Sen BAT RELEASE Switch OC Power Switch CHARGE Lamp Battery pack AC Adapter SE f e G 4 To DC connector D a 6 To AC outlet Battery pack BN V408U Charging time approx 1 hr 30 min BN V416U optional BN V428U optional approx 2 hrs approx 3 hrs 20 min GETTING STARTED cont 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 Tilt the viewfinder upward Q With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount then slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 1 Set the Power Switch to OFF Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder 4 then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Unplug the Power C
43. ded S Video cable optional To AUDIO VIDEO and S IN connectors Cable Adapter y C CVBS provided video out select If your VCR has a switch SCART connector use the provided cable adapter Connect when an S Video cable is not used When connecting the cables open this cover DUBBING Dubbing To A VCR Following the illustration connect the camcorder and the VCR Also refer to pg 22 and 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 Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is reached press gt IH on the camcorder Press gt I on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press H on the camcorder Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished NOTES As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes Before you start dubbing make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV If they do they are being recorded onto the new tape Set the video out select switch of the cable
44. e Wipe Dissolve 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 select Picture Wipe Dissolve 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 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 3 If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording without having turned the camcorder s power off the previous scene wipes out revealing the new scene SESE en 2g Fader And Wipe Menu FADER BLACK Fade in or out with a black screen ar Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen or fade out BW FADER B W from colour to black and white ee MOSAIC Fade in or out with a full screen mosaic effect Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left h WIPE CORNER corner or wipe out from lower left to upper right leaving a black screen The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward L WIPE WINDOW the corners or comes in from the corners gradually wiping out to the centre Wipe in from right to left or wipe out from left to right lt wire supe Wip
45. e in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right io WIPE DOOR 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 WIPE SCROLL wipes out from top to bottom leaving a black screen Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom A WIPE SHUTTER or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen h P DISSOLVE The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right bP WIPE CORNER f corner to the lower left corner The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen CJP WIPE WINDOW f toward the corners covering the previous scene Ic P WIPE SLIDE Ug next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left like OP WIPE DOOR a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene 8P p The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward P WIPE SHUTTER the top and bottom of the screen 307R FOR RECORDING cont SNAPSHOT Button Snapshot This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION Set the Power Switch to M whi
46. e is shot in B W Used together with the Cinema mode it enhances the classic film effect Your a ae ies a series of consecutive snapshots SLOW Slow Shutter Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting Use SLOW only in dark areas 251 SLOW 4X Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow shooting in dark environments HE2 SLOW 10X Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow shooting in even darker environments NOTES When using SLOW the image takes on a strobe like effect f the manual focus indicator blinks when SLOW is used adjust focus manually and use a tripod 22 VIDEO ECHO Adds a ghost to the subject giving your recording a fantasy feeling Zoom magnification of over 10X is not available 25 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 transitions from scene to scene IMPORTANT Some Fade Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Programme AE with special effects 7 pg 26 27 If an unusable Fade Wipe Effect is selected its indicator blinks or goes out MENU BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start Stop Button NOTES You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button f the power i
47. ed according to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry 4 en _ Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun This can cause eye injuries as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry There is also a risk of fire or electric shock CAUTION The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user When carrying be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit or in a malfunction Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover Do not let children operate the camcorder as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces It could tip over causing serious damage to the camcorder CAUTION Connecting cables Audio Video S Video etc to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall resulting in damage a PAL m This camcorder is designed exclu
48. en erased e The tape s erase protection tab is set to SAVE e The Power Switch is set to a or OFF e TAPE END appears e The cassette holder cover is open e The camcorder is not getting power or some other malfunction exists e Focus is set to the Manual mode e The recording was done ina dark place or the contrast was low e The lens is dirty or covered with condensation e The cassette is in the wrong position e The battery s charge is low e The Squeeze mode is selected e The light source or the subject does not include white Or there are various different light sources behind the subject e The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated 2 Js 8 CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 e Connect the AC Adapter securely F pg 9 e Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one F pg 8 9 e Set the date time F pg 12 e Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement e Set the tape s erase protection tab to REC F pg 13 e Set the Power Switch to u A or u M F pg 1 7 e Replace with new cassette F pg 13 e Close the cassette holder cover e Turn the camcorder s power off and on again F pg 17 e Set Focus to the Auto mode F pg 25 e Clean the lens and check the focus again C pg 65 e Set it in the right position F pg 13 e Install a fully charged battery pg 8 9 e Disengage the Squeeze mode pg 3
49. er upward Q Slide BAT RELEASE 2 and remove the battery pack Cassette holder Cassette holder cover OPEN EJECT Switch BAT RELEASE Switch enO Cleaning 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 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor To clean the lens blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper To clean the viewfinder raise it to the vertical position Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the direction of the arrow Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the interior of the viewfinder with it Close the hatch Tilt the viewfinder back to the horizontal position NOTES Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mould may form if the lens is left dirty When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product 66en Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is 2 a lithium ion battery Before Si using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery J gt pack be sure to read the i Terminals
50. erence will occur in the camcorder playback picture a ADVANCED FEATURES ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS FOR RECORDING Auto Focus Manvual Focus Night Scope Programme AE With Special Effects Fade Wipe Effects Snapshot Exposure Control White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT For Recording Menu For Playback Menu DUBBING Dubbing To A VCR Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Installing The Battery Playback Zoom Random Assemble Editing For More Accurate Editing Audio Dubbing SYSTEM CONNECTIONS Connection To A Personal Computer Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector N29 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 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 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 colour 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 regul
51. ess FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to BY If FOCUS is pressed once the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again NOTES Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer ik or amp will blink 20 n NOTES During Night Scope the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out e Some modes of Programme AE With Special Effects I pg 26 27 Picture Wipe Dissolve t pg 28 29 e GAIN UP in the CAMERA Menu F pg 35 e DIS in the MANUAL Menu CF pg 35 During Night Scope it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus To prevent this use of a tripod is recommended MENU BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch NIGHT SCOPE Button P AE Button Display SHUTTER1 120 SPORTS SNOW SPOTLIGHT TWILIGHT SEPIA MONOTONE CLASSIC FILM STROBE SLOW 4X Rain Ep CEED e 2 7 ghd 3 4 FOR RECORDING cont Night Scope Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting Although the recorded image is not grainy it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow
52. following cautions 1 To avoid hazards do not burn do not short circuit the terminals When transporting make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery If the battery cap is misplaced carry the battery in a plastic bag do not modify or disassemble 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 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 ws 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C DONORS irene 10 C to 30 C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C The lower the temperature
53. ght used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed Certain Fade Wipe effects certain modes of Pro gramme AE with special effects DIS and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 30 This is normal 31 The Power Switch is set to By or M CORRECTIVE ACTION 24 Set TIME CODE to ON in the Menu Screen F pg 37 38 25 Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor gt pg 16 17 26 Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF and let the unit cool down 28 Re read the sections covering Fade Wipe effects Programme AE with special effects and DIS CF pg 26 29 36 31 Set the Power Switch to GM lt pg 20 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 32 The LCD monitor image is 32 e During playback of the 32 distorted unrecorded portion High speed Search and still playback LCD monitor indications appear distorted This is
54. he time code F pg 38 39 play p8 64 EN INDEX Indications cont Warning Indications Displays the battery remaining power Remaining power level high a ua gt t_ua gt t__a gt t__ TO 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 O0 0O Appears when no tape is loaded CHECK TAPE S ERASE Appears when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE while the Power PROTECTION TAB Switch is set to EY or M F pg 13 Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording Use an optional HEAD CLEANING cleaning cassette gt pg 67 REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE Appears if condensation occurs When this indication is displayed wait CONDENSATION more than 1 hour until condensation disappears OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to EY or Ml M m TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback F pg 54 DIFFERENT Appears if a tape in another format is loaded FORMATTED TAPE Appears when the date time is not set F pg 12 SET DATE TIME Appears when the built in clock battery runs out and the previously set date time is erased Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement LENS CAP
55. ibly 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 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 JOs GETTING STARTED cont Power Zoom Lever Grip Adjustment 7 Separate the Velcro strip Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start Stop button and Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to your preference Recording Start Stop button Power Switch Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power Switch to BY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused 2 Dioptre Adjustment Control ent l Shoulder Strap Attachment 7 Make sure the battery pack is removed Following the illustration thread the strap through the eyelet Q then fold it back and thread it through the buckle
56. ight e When zooming When the subject is close keep the iris locked Even when the subject moves away from you the image will not darken or brighten Before the following steps perform steps 1 and 2 of Exposure Control Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor or the viewfinder then press and hold the MENU BRIGHT wheel for over 2 seconds The exposure control indicator and W appear Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in W changes to L and the iris is locked 3 Iris lock indicator BACKLIGHT Button gt gt EXPOSURE Button lt 4 Power Switch To Return To Automatic Iris Control press EXPOSURE twice so that the exposure control indicator and disappear Or set the Power Switch to BY To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris after step 2 of Exposure Control adjust the exposure rotating the MENU BRIGHT wheel Then lock the iris in step 3 of Iris Lock For automatic locking press EXPOSURE twice 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 White Balance Adjustment 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 The
57. igital Printer PC connection cable To RS 232C Video unit equipped with a DV connector M CONNECTIONS cont Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With 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 C pg 41 which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration 7 Make sure all units are turned off Make connections to the device you want to connect to using a DV cable as shown in the illustration 3 If necessary connect the PC connection cable provided with GV DT3 to the printer s PC connector and the PC s RS 232C connector Turn the camcorder s Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and turn on the other units NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack lt gt pg 9 f Still 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 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 Contr
58. ipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation 10 cm or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation holes If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids such as cosmetics or medicines flower vases potted plants cups etc on top of this unit If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment fire or electric shock may be caused SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment DO ensure that all electrical connections including the mains plug extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordance with
59. it stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core clicks shut ends of the Core Filter Wind the cable once around the outside of the Filter Core Filter as shown in the illustration e Wind the cable so that it is not slack NOTE Take care not to damage the cable m When connecting cables attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE MENU BRIGHT Wheel is set to ON factory preset m Available when the Power Switch is set to BV or M 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 E To cancel Automatic Demonstration Lock Button 1 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Power Switch Button located on the switch and press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Sub Menu Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select kad SYSTEM and press it The SYSTEM Menu appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select DEMO MODE and press it The Sub Menu appears DEMO MODE Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select OFF and press it Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select RETURN and press it twice The normal s
60. le pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Lock Button Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select B CAMERA Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears Power Switch Display Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select SNAP Menu Screen MODE then press it Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired Snapshot mode pg 31 then press it Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select MULT 1 9 RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes SNAPSHOT RECORDING 1 Press SNAPSHOT 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 T A UNN SNAP MODE F If you press during Recording PHOTO appears and a still image will be recorded for approx 6 seconds then the normal recording resumes e Regardless of the Power Switch position BY or M Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode Motor Drive Mode Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography Interval between still images approx 1 second PIN UP Pin Up mode FRAME Snapshot mode with frame FULL Snapshot mode with no frame MULTI 4 Multi Analyser 4 MULTI 9 Multi Analyser 9 There is the sound effect of a shutter closing eno l To
61. lfunction 39 By recording with DIS from the printer a black activated C pg 35 this bar appears at the bottom can be avoided of the screen 40 When the camcorder is 40 e The DV cable was plugged 40 Turn the camcorder s power connected via the DV unplugged with power off and on again then connector the camcorder turned on operate it does not operate Controls Connectors And Indicators Controls Monitor Open Button PUSH OPEN uacsssesesccsssseeeesseseesesseeeees CF pg 16 2 Dioptre Adjustment Control 006 CF pg 10 3 Battery Release Switch BAT RELEASE ccscssscsssseescssseceeseseeesee I gt pg 8 e MENU Wheel PUSH 0064 CF pg 34 e LCD Monitor BRIGHT Brightness Control eee CF pg 16 Snapshot Button SNAPSHOT CF pg 30 6 Power Zoom Lever T W cccccceees CF pg 18 e Speaker Volume Control VOL CF pg 20 Cre FOCUS Betti sii cxseexsccteatessacadeanassies CF pg 25 e BLANK SEARCH Button 086 CF pg 21 e Stop Button MM oo ccc ceeees I pg 20 e NIGHT SCOPE Button ee CF pg 26 Rewind Button 44 oo cece CF pg 20 EXPOSURE BUOM cauia F pg 32 e Play Pause Button P M cece CF pg 20 e Programme AE Button P AE CF pg 26 1 e Fast Forward Button PP 6 CF pg 20 e BACKLIGH
62. ly lamp comes on to signal the start of recording ID NUMBER 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 __ Factory preset NOTES The Ill MANUAL settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to M E SYSTEM 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 38 SESE eno DEMO OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place MODE 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 NOTES f a tape is in the camcorder the demonstration cannot be turned on Ezd SYSTEM 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 CAM CANCEL Does not reset all settings to the factory preset RESEN eag Resets all settings to the factory preset Keeps the camcorder s display except the date
63. ment and Manual White Balance Operation pg 33 REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference pg 14 SOUND 12 BIT Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels and is MODE recommended for use when performing audio dubbing Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models 16 BIT Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models i set to 10X while using digital zoom the zoom magnification will 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 EY CAMERA 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 150X digital magnification SNAP MODE Refer to Snapshot CF pg 30 31 OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment The overall appearance may be grainy but the image is bright 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 While the shutter speed
64. microphone e To pause dubbing press PAUSE I 4 To end Audio Dubbing press PAUSE II then STOP H To hear the dubbed sound during playback set 12BIT MODE to SOUND 2 or MIX in the Menu Screen CF pg 38 39 NOTES Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12 bit the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately f 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 f 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 gt pg 64 To PC DIGITAL PHOTO Power Switch Core filter To DV Connection To A Personal Computer A Using PC connection cable This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the optional software HS V16KIT B Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector by using software equipped with the PC or commercially available software 7 Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off
65. ng 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 19 for information about recording from the middle of a tape 14a MENU BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display Menu Screen Al M pzd Sub Menu a GETTING STARTED cont 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 The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select GY CAMERA and press it The CAMERA Menu appears 4 Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select REC MODE and press it The Sub Menu appears Select SP or LP by rotating the MENU BRIGHT wheel and press it Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select lt lt RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes e Audio Dubbing pg 50 is 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 It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this
66. ning gt pg 16 used C pg 32 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to 5 Displays the selected Programme AE with special cut down on noise created by wind pg 36 effects F pg 26 QD e BRIGHT Displays the brightness of the LCD A hen the iris is locked CF ps 32 monitor C pg 16 2 ids an m E C pg e SOUND Displays the sound mode for approx 2 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser DIS is 5 seconds after turning on the engaged gt pg 35 camcorder F pg 35 Approximate zoom ratio Appears ae a Displays the date time gt pg 12 nie Pe Appears when the focus is adjusted manually Displays the selected Fade Wipe effect gt pg 25 CF pg 28 29 ek aa Displays the Time Code F pg 19 37 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode gt pg 36 o OI LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During Playback Q Displays the sound mode F pg 38 39 Displays the date time C pg 38 39 2 Displays the Blank Search mode F pg 21 BRIGHT Displays the brightness of the LCD Droas thei a CF pg 14 monitor F pg 16 ais aT ie re Per TA VOLUME Displays the speaker volume Appears while a tape is running gt pg 20 gt Playback gt gt Fast Forward Shuttle search 44 Rewind Shuttle search HI Pause Zz II gt gt Forward slow motion lt li Reverse slow motion Audio Dubbing HIS Audio Dubbing Pause The level indicator moves 7 Displays t
67. nts 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 charged one before continuing 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place Approximate recording time Recording mode t takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open Do not apply force f 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 f 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 resumi
68. nu Screen appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select EJ VIDEO and push it The VIDEO Menu appears Then rotate it to SYNCHRO and push it The value for SYNCHRO is highlighted Based on the diagnostics performed you can now advance the VCR s record timing by rotating the MENU BRIGHT wheel towards You can also delay the VCR s record timing by rotating the MENU BRIGHT wheel towards The adjustment range is from 1 3 to 1 3 seconds in 0 1 second increments Push the MENU BRIGHT wheel to finish the setting Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select RETURN and push it twice Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 4 on page 47 OO Display Audio Dub Standby mode Power Switch aH A DUB PAUSE ZL isror PLay IR OOC RM V700U optional OTE CONTROL UNIT cont Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12 bit mode C7 pg 35 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 F pg 22 1 Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start then press PAUSE IE 2 While holding A DUB amp on the remote control press PAUSE II NS appears 3 Press PLAY gt then begin narrating Speak into the
69. o the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself 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 Adapter etc and wait a few minutes and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning OS En AC POAC eruten CF pg 8 9 Audio IDUDDING sesacsesicaeespsessantenesetesesctierss CF pg 50 AUO IDG erra a r pg 37 PUNO T OCUS prca a CF pg 25 PALO SIL ONE sacs cansyPscecaciiatesaxeecones ees es CF pg 16 20 Be Backlight Compensation esseeeeeeeee CF pg 32 Patery WOW cirera E EN CF pg 64 Battery Paak ca aacacasetasenasnssicacsvetesaces CF pg 8 9 66 PG E T E E r pg 36 Blank SCAN GM sssr CF pg 21 Brighten The LCD Monitor s 0 2scse0e00 CF pg 16 C Channels hei RIG IMU seusiacuseaneassedonenteanven CF pg 39 Charge The Battery Pack seses CF pg 8 Oli nic E E E E ner r pg 36 CIASSIC FI O O CF pg 27 Clean The Camcorder cesseeseeeees CF pg 65 Connections CF pg 8 9 22 23 40 41 46 51 52 D ees Darken The LCD Monitor es eeeeeeeees CF pg 16 Date Time Display eseeeeeees CF pg 37 38 39 Date Time Seting S curse
70. ols Connectors And Indicators Indications USER MAINTENANCE CAUTIONS O4 en O 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 O Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack O Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack O To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Adapter near a radio O Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas O The following operation stops charging e Set the Power Switch to GW O or M e Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder e Unplug the AC adapter s power cord from the AC outlet e Detach the battery from the camcorder BASIC O When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the RECORDING LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens use the F pg 16 17 viewfinder instead O The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached O There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens Do not use force O Once the cassette holder is closed it recedes automatically Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover O When the Recording Start Stop button is pressed it may
71. ord from the AC outlet Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder To Detach The Battery Pack Slide BAT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack NOTES Ifthe protective cap is attached to the battery pack remove it first During charging the camcorder cannot be operated Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period the CHARGE lamp may not light In this case remove the battery pack from the camcorder then try charging again f the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced Please purchase a new one Using the optional AA V40EG or AA V40EK AC Power Adapter Charger you can charge the BN V408U V416U V428U battery pack without the camcorder However it cannot be used as an AC adapter For other notes gt pg 54 EN 9 USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTENTION Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Before detaching the power source make gt pg 8 sure that the camcorder s power is turned oe off Failure to do so can result in a Approximate recording time camcorder malfunction Battery pack LCD monitor on NOTES BN V408U Recording time is reduced significantly under D o ae the following conditions 2p repeatedly opti e The playback mode is engaged repeatedly pt Before
72. ortion 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 F pg 45 49 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 Frames are not displayed e When a tape is removed and re inserted during during recording shooting Minutes e When shooting using a partially recorded tape e When shooting on a blank portion located Secon partway through the tape Frames e When shooting again after shooting a scene 25 frames 1 second then opening closing the cassette holder cover Display Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 1 Play back a tape or use Blank Search lt pg 21 to find the spot at which you want to start recording then engage the Still Playback mode pg 20 2 Set the Power Switch to BY or M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then start recording
73. ourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 66 and 67 before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT for owners in the U K Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code O m Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug connect as follows Blue wire to terminal coded N Neutral or coloured black Brown wire to terminal coded L Live or coloured
74. portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes Before you start recording make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion 22 en Connections BASIC PLAYBACK cont Use the provided Audio Video cable and optional S Video cable Connector cover S Video cable optional Audio Video cable mini plug to RCA plug provided When connecting the cables open this cover The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only If your TV VCR has a 21 pin connector Use the provided Cable Adapter Audio Video cable mini plug to RCA plug provided White to AUDIO L Camcorder Se To S S Video cable optional The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only NOTE To TV or VCR To S VIDEO IN ill White to AUDIO L IN gt aiaa ud H AUDIO R IN miii Yellow to VIDEO IN When the S Video cable is not used When the S Video cable is not used Cable Adapter Yellow Red to AUDIO T To S IN Y C CVBS Video Out Select Switch Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required Y C When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y C signals and uses an S Video cable CVBS When connecting to
75. remote control does not start editing e When dubbing is complete the camcorder enters MODE Random Assemble __ __ Editing Menu the Pause mode and the VCR enters its Record a ve ame Pause mode 15 55 16 29 e f you do not register an Edit Out point the tape will be dubbed all the way to the end automatically 8 i e If you operate the camcorder during automatic ote 8 ag editing the VCR will enter its Record Pause mode i and automatic editing will stop 1 Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the VCR To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press ON OFF on the remote control NOTES Pressing 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 F pg 19 Remote Sensor RM V700U optional gt r ON OFF VCR REC STBY Programme 1 OUT __MODE Random Assemble Editing Menu oN oa A oO NE TIME CODE TOTAL 00 00 VIDEO Menu Sie CMe O 1 Remote sensor RM V700U optional NOTES Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing do a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to che
76. s CF pg 12 Demonstration Mode essseeeeeeeee CF pg 6 37 Digital ZOOM esnea CF pg 18 35 DIS Digital Image Stabiliser 0 00 ee CF pg 35 Dioptre Adjustment CF pg 10 DUO DING sasanga CF pg 40 41 E Frase PROLE CHO M cssseswossaneseantexeuauiakenrereanniens r pg 13 Exposure COMIMON ocveivesieicecudcoseasxeenteneenncotes CF pg 32 TERMS FB Fademga CF pg 28 29 Fast Forward The Tape cccccceesseteeeeeees CF pg 20 Frame By Frame Playback eeeeseeeeees CF pg 20 G Galm UD ejosisoncisstcgeactrarsnanidectactederpouaaatwrtsoasdaneseus r pg 35 Grip Adjustment ssssssessesssssessesssssssrsssse CF pg 10 NEG Mo enea ana CF pg 35 37 MWS copacsesasduauagieneossagencateavencosumanbacaenseataaeinins CF pg 32 LS OCI E E CF pg 32 Journalistic Shooting sses CF pg 17 L LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications eeeerener teen enter nner emer CF pg 62 64 Load A TapE seseina soto wanaacae den CF pg 13 M Mantal FOCUS enera CF pg 25 Menu Screen CAMERA penaoe F pg 35 Menu Screen DISPLAY cceeeee CF pg 37 38 Menu Screen MANUAL 00ceeeee r pg 35 36 Menu Screen SYSTEM 0 0000 r pg 36 37 38 Menu Screen VIDEO sisssesscsescccentewoteseveees r pg 38 IVIOMOLOING sereen CF pg 27 Motor Drive Mode csssccceeeesereeeeeeees CF pg 30 N Night SCOpE sc sciacersccccssateadeeieneonassesacteeees CF pg 26 P Picture Wipe Dissolve
77. s 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 The sound at the end of the last recorded scene is not stored Picture Wipe Dissolve cannot be used while Night Scope is being activated F pg 26 OR RECORDING cont FADE WIPE SELECTION W Bx BW O O amp and B Fade or Wipe works when recording is started or when you stop recording Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select Eal WIPE FADER then press it Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired function then press it Selection is complete Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in again e The WIPE FADER Menu disappears and the effect is reserved The indicator representing the selected effect appears Mm GG No 5 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to activate the Fade in out or Wipe in out To Deactivate The Selected Effect select OFF in step 4 PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION P op OP P ip EP and EP The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when recording is started 7 Follow steps 1 through 4 above If you select Pictur
78. se the Video Echo mode during a Fade In or Fade Out CF pg 26 28 If you want the lighting to look more natural set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 35 Do not try to use the Classic Film or Strobe mode during a scene transition C pg 26 28 Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance pg 27 33 23 Set DATE TIME to ON in the Menu Screen F pg 37 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE SYMPTOM 24 The indicators and messages do not appear Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish 26 The rear of the LCD monitor is hot 27 The indicators and the image colour on the LCD monitor are not clear 28 The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink 29 Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder 30 During recording sound cannot be heard 31 Play Rewind and Fast Forward functions do not work POSSIBLE CAUSES 24 TIME CODE is set to OFF in the Menu Screen 25 e In places subject to low temperature images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor When this happens the displayed colours differ from those that are actually recorded This is not a defect of the camcorder e 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 The li
79. sively for the digital video cassette Only cassettes marked Minh W can be used with this unit Before recording an important scene make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark DY remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited Even if you record an event such as a show performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand ENO PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e AC Adapter e Battery Pack AP V10EG e Lens Cap BN V408U Already attached to the camcorder p e eo e Power Cord e Cable Adapter e Core Filter x 3 for optional S Video cable Editing cable and PC Connection cable i provided with optional HS V16KIT ea poa EE software CF pg 6 for attachment i Ps piss NOTE In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter If a cable has only one core filter the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder Orn O How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the Core Filters to an optional cables gt pg 5 The Core Filter reduces interference Stopper Wind once Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter leaving approx Close the Core Filter until
80. ss to play back the source tape the DV connector equipped video unit s record mode from the spot on the source tape you want to begin recording NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack F pg 9 f a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed Even though the DV cable is connected correctly sometimes the image may not appear in step 4 If this occurs turn off the power and make connections again If Playback Zoom CF pg 44 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 While watching the playback on the monitor engage RM V700U optional Remote sensor Transmitted beam effective area 5m REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full Function Remote Control Unit RM V700U can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations Playback Stop Pause Fast Forward and Rewind of your VCR Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 7 Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock hole Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery holder Insert the battery in the holder and be sure to have the
81. take a few seconds before actual recording starts 5 starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording O 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 O 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 TROUBLESHOOTING NODD If after following the steps in the chart below the problem still exists please consult your nearest JVC dealer The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Adapter etc and wait a few minutes and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning SYMPTOM 1 No power is supplied 2 SET DATE TIME appears 3 Recording cannot be performed 4 There is no picture 5 The focus does not adjust automatically 6 The cassette will not load properly 7 Snapshot mode cannot be used 8 The colour of Snapshot looks strange POSSIBLE CAUSES e The power is not connected properly e The battery is dead e The date time is not set e The built in clock battery has run out and the previously set date time has be
82. tch Press EXPOSURE The exposure control indicator appear Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel towards u n to brighten the image or towards to darken the image maximum 6 Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in Exposure adjustment is complete To Return To Automatic Exposure Control press EXPOSURE twice or set the Power Switch to BY If EXPOSURE is pressed once the camcorder will enter the exposure adjustment mode again 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 e 3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT Button e Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white e Backlight compensations is also available when the Power Switch is set to BY NOTE Backlight spotlight C pg 27 compensation and SNOW CF pg 27 have no effect when the manual Exposure Control mode is engaged FOR RECORDING cont Iris Lock Use this function in the following situations e When shooting a moving subject e 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 e When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing e When shooting objects under a spotl
83. te LCD Monaural DV format SD mode PAL standard Video Digital component recording Audio PCM digital recording 32 kHz 4 channel 12 bit 48 kHz 2 channel 16 bit Mini DV cassette SP 18 8 mm s LP 12 5 mm s SP 80 min LP 120 min Y 1 V p p 75 Q analogue C 0 29 V p p 75 Q analogue 1 V p p 75 Q analogue 300 mV rms 1 kQ analogue stereo 4 pin IEEE 1394 compliant 2 5 mm 3 pole 3 5 mm 4 pole EES en 1 AC Adapter AP V10EG Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vu 50 Hz 60 Hz Output DOT V se 14 Dimensions W x H x D 59 mm x 31 mm x 84 mm Weight Approx 140 g not including Power Cord Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHT 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD Kalv p ri Z r gt Printed in Japan 0201HOV kK UN YP
84. ted on the switch Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in The Menu Screen appears Lock Button Power Switch Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired function menu and press it The selected function menu appears Display Menu Screen Function menu setting depends on the function If you have selected E WIPE FADER EAL PROGRAM AE or EA W BALANCE sa SEE pE OO If you have selected CAMERA MANUAL Ezd SYSTEM or DISPLAY gO to step 5 yy GREC MODE sly 2 SOUND MODE 12BIT ZOOM 40X m SNAP MODE FULL GAIN UP AGC fag RETURN Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the desired function and press it The Sub Menu appears Then rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select the parameter and press it Selection is complete Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes e The icon represents END Ox amp MELODY Py TALLY ON A ID NUMBER 06 DEMO MODE ON CAM RESET gt P lt RETURN ATE TIME IME CODE OFF D CLOCK 25 12 01 ADJ 17 30 ON SCREEN LCD TV AUKO T lt RETURN WIPE FADER WASYSTE DISPLAY Normal Screen ESE END D Menu Screen Explanations Es WIPE FADER Refer to Fade Wipe Effects F pg 28 29 Ei PROGRAM AE Refer to Programme AE With Special Effects pg 26 27 E43 W BALANCE Refer to White Balance Adjust
85. the Lock Button located on the switch Switch Lock Button When the Power Switch is set to B D appears When set to M or there is no indication enl JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING In some situations different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction It can rotate 270 90 downward 180 upward SELF RECORDING 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 Operation Mode Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch Power Switch Position M Manual 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 NO special effects or manual adjustments Suitable for standard recording OFF Allows you to switch off the camcorder e Allows you to play back a recording on the tape e Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape to a computer 1Se Zoom in T Telephoto 10x WEET K 4 Zoom display Zoom out W Wide angle 10x WCET L E Digital zoom zone
86. the MENU BRIGHT wheel to input the day Press it Repeat to input the month year hour and minute Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel to select RETURN and press it twice The Menu Screen closes NOTE Even if you select CLOCK ADJ if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder s internal clock continues to operate Once you move the highlight bar to the first date time parameter day the clock stops When you finish setting the minute and press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in the date and time begin operation from the date and time you Just set Make sure the window side is facing out Cassette holder Cassette holder cover OPEN EJECT Switch 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 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 n1l3 Loading Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette 7 Slide and hold OPEN EJECT in the direction of the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks The cassette holder opens automatically e Do not touch internal compone
87. uring Shuttle Search This is not a malfunction Frame By Frame Playback Allows frame by frame search 1 Engage Still Playback 2 Rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel towards for forward Frame By Frame Playback or towards for reverse Frame By Frame Playback during Still Playback m To resume normal playback press gt HE SESE en BLANK SEARCH Button Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption F pg 19 7 Load a tape F pg 13 Set the Power Switch to EEM while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Bees euros Press BLANK SEARCH e BLANK SEARCH appears blinking and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search then stops at the spot which is about Display 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion Power Switch To cancel Blank Search midway SN press W a aes fecal p E NOTES n step 3 if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction Stop Button W Blank Search does not work if HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE has appeared with the tape f the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search the camcorder stops automatically A blank
88. y open Tilt it upward downward for best viewability Shooting while using the viewfinder Close the LCD monitor e The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed Press the Recording Start Stop Button S REC appears while recording is in progress To Stop Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display rotate the MENU BRIGHT wheel until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached NOTES f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes the camcorder s power shuts off automatically To turn the camcorder on again set the Power Switch to OFF then back to EY or M The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder It will appear in the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position and it will appear on the LCD monitor when fully extended When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape To avoid this refer to Recording from the middle of a tape F pg 19 To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off 7 pg 34 36 For other notes gt pg 54 To turn on the camcorder set the Power Switch to any operation mode except OFF while pressing down
89. yourself so that the white paper fills the screen Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in until 54 begins blinking rapidly When the setting is completed N resumes normal blinking Press the MENU BRIGHT wheel in twice The Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance indicator NZ is displayed MENU BRIGHT Wheel White paper Power Switch 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 NOTES n step 2 it may be difficult to focus on the white paper In such a case adjust focus manually F pg 25 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 S4 en FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MENU BRIGHT Wheel For Recording Menu This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings C pg 35 37 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the Lock Button loca

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