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JVC GR-D340E/EK Camcorder User Manual

1. pg 14 e 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 e 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 e When using a DV cable be sure to use the optional JVC VC VDV204U DV cable Connection To Personal Computer It is also possible to transfer still moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the software equipped with the PC or commercially available software If you are using a Windows XP you can use Windows Messenger to conduct video conferences over the Internet using a camcorder For details refer to the help for the Windows Messenger 1_ Core filter DV cable optional 1_ Core filter To DV connector e PC with DV connector EDITING en 35 NOTES e t is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 14 e 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 e The date time information cannot be captured into the PC e Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software e The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector equipped capture board e he system may not work properly depending on the
2. push it strongly or apply any shocks place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom e To prolong service life avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth e Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use These are not malfunctions While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up If you leave power on for a long time the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot Main Unit e 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 e Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C temperatures e DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high
3. USE CLEANING CASSETTE Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording Use an optional cleaning cassette c pg 41 N CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT Appears if condensation occurs When this indication is displayed wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears TAPE Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to REC TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback SET DATE TIME e Appears when the date time is not set lt gt pg 15 e The built in clock battery has run out and the previously set date time has been erased Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark LH M eo Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV format are detected The pictures in the HDV format cannot be played back with this camcorder UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY OR DC PLUG The error indications 01 02 or 06 show what type of malfunction has occurred When an error indication appears the camcorder turns off automatically Remove the power supply battery etc and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear When it does you can resume using the camcorder H the indication remains consult your nearest JVC dealer UNIT IN SAFEGUARD
4. sound from an audio dubbed tape during playback using this function OFF Original sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo ON Dubbed sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo MIX Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both L and RH channels Wide Mode This camcorder allows you to choose the type of image output format for recording Factory preset 1 Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Press 16 9 button repeatedly to choose your selection 4 3 9 w 16 9 pl 4 3 Records with no change in the screen ratio For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio When using this mode on a TV with a normal screen ratio refer to your TV s instruction manual W 16 9 For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16 9 Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion The Ww indicator 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 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 shutter speed set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M c pg 14 3 Press NIGHT so that the Night Scope indicator M appea
5. the Power Switch is set to REC Factory preset WIPE FADER lt pg 31 Wipe or Fader Effects EFFECT lt pg 31 Program AE Effects and Shutter Effects PROGRAM AE lt pg 32 Program AE Effects and Shutter Effects SHUTTER lt pg 32 Program AE Effects and Shutter Effects EXPOSURE lt pg 28 Exposure Control W BALANCE lt pg 30 White Balance Adjustment TELE MACRO OFF Disables the function ON When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m 3 3 ft set TELE MACRO to ON You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 40 cm Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus SETTING The menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to REC Factory preset REC MODE SP To record in the SP Standard Play mode LP Long Play more economical providing 1 5 times the recording time SP indicator does not appear on the screen NOTES e f the recording mode is switched the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point e t is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder e During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound SOUND MODE 12BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels Equivale
6. After viewing demo set to QFP ADVANCED FEATURES 26 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Playback Menus rx pg 16 Brightness Adjustment Of The l Facorypreset Display SOUND MODE and NARRATION DATE TIME OFF ON During tape playback the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made and plays the sound back Select the type of OFF The date time does not appear ON The date time is always displayed sound to accompany your playback picture ON SCREEN OFF LCD LCD TV According to the menu access explanation on When set to OFF the camcorder s display page 23 select SOUND MODE or disappears NARRATION from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter TIME CODE OFF ON The settings below are effective only for video c pg 19 Time Code playback except BRIGHT and REC MODE The parameters except OFF in ON SCREEN SOUND MODE and NARRATION settings are the same as in the description on pg 24 REC MODE SP LP Allows you to set the video recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference SP indicator does not appear on the screen SOUND MODE STEREO il Sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo SOUND L M Sound from the L channel is output SOUND R A Sound from the R channel is output NARRATION Although it is not possible to perform audio dubbing with this camcorder you can hear
7. DISPLAY MONTH DATE YEAR 24h 1 1 2006 3 13 GETTING STARTED 16 en GETTING STARTED Viewfinder Adjustment setthe Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability 3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Example PAUSE PAUSE Dioptre Adjustment Control CAUTION When retracting the viewfinder take care not to pinch your fingers Brightness Adjustment Of The Display 1 Set the Power Switch to REC or PLAY while ml pressing down the Lock lt Button located on the n switch 2 Open the LCD monitor LAS fully pg 18 KL WE e To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder pull out the viewfinder fully and set PRIORITY to FINDER F pg 23 25 3 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears If you are in Playback mode please proceed to step 5 4 Press or v to select DISPLAY and press SET or gt The DISPLAY Menu appears 5 Press or v to select BRIGHT and press SET or gt The Menu Screen closes and the brightness control MENU appears 6 Press or v until the appropriate brightness is reached and press SET or gt 7 Press MENU The Menu screen closes Tripod Mounting To attach the camcorder to a tripod align the d
8. ESPANOL ITALIANO NEDERLANDS The language setting can be changed lt pg 15 DATE TIME OFF The date time does not appear ON The date time is always displayed ON SCREEN LCD Keeps the camcorder s display except the date time and time code from appearing on the connected TV screen LCD TV Makes the camcorder s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV TIME CODE OFF Time code is not displayed ON Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV Frame numbers are not displayed during recording lt pg 19 DEMO MODE OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place ON Demonstrates certain functions such as Wipe Fader and Effect etc and can be used to confirm how these functions operate Demonstration starts in the following cases e When the Menu Screen is closed after DEMO MODE is turned ON e With DEMO MODE set to ON if there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to REC e Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that the demonstration will resume NOTES e f a cassette is in the camcorder the demonstration cannot be turned on e DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off elt DEMO MODE remains ON some functions will not be available
9. MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications 03 or 04 show what type of malfunction has occurred When an error indication appears the camcorder turns off automatically Eject the cassette once and re insert it then check if the indication clears When it does you can resume using the camcorder If the indication remains consult your nearest JVC dealer cleaning The Camcorder Before cleaning turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC Adapter 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 To clean 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 lens Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower brush NOTES e Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol e Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected e Mould may form if the lens is left dirty e When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product e To clean the viewfinder please consult your nearest JVC dealer USER MAINTENANCE En 39 REFERENCES 40 en CAUTIONS Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium
10. When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation 10 cm or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation holes If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids such as cosmetics or medicines flower vases potted plants cups etc on top of this unit If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment fire or electric shock may be caused Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun This can cause eye injuries as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry There is also a risk of fire or electric shock CAUTION The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user When carrying be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit o
11. battery pack is not attached firmly Detach the battery pack once again and re attach it firmly lt pg 12 TROUBLESHOOTING En 37 SET DATE TIME appears e The date time is not set gt Set the date time pg 15 e The built in clock battery has run out and the previously set date time has been erased Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement When the image is printed from the printer a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen e This is not a malfunction gt By recording with DIS de activated lt pg 23 24 this can be avoided When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector the camcorder does not operate e The DV cable was plugged unplugged with power turned on Turn the camcorders power off and on again then operate it Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish e In places subject to low temperature images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor This is not a malfunction Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor lt pg 16 18 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 Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder e The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue
12. engage the setting 7 Press MENU The Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance indicator Hi is displayed NOTES e In step 3 it may be difficult to focus on the white paper In such a case adjust focus manually lt gt pg 28 A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors natural fluorescent 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 e Once you adjust white balance manually the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed f Wipe Or Fader Effects These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M pg 14 3 Set WIPE FADER c pg 24 e The WIPE FADER menu disappears and the effect is reserved e The selected effect indicator appears 4 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 3 The effect indicator disappears NOTE You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button WIPE FADER OFF Disables the function Factory p
13. gt Playback kk Fast Forward Shuttle Search lt lt Rewind Shuttle Search Il Pause Date Time lt pg 15 VOLUME Volume Level Indicator lt pg 21 BRIGHT Brightness Control Indicator LCD monitor Viewfinder c pg 16 Time Code lt pg 26 Sound Mode Indicator pg 26 Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark IN This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette Only cassettes marked MEN can be used with this unit 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 Before recording important video be sure to make a trial recording Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly We recommend cleaning your video heads before use If you haven t used your camcorder for a while the heads may be dirty We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette optional Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment Video heads can become dirty more easily if your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a
14. 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 is bright Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M lt pg 14 3 Set EXPOSURE to MANUAL in FUNCTION Menu c pg 24 e The exposure control Menu appears 4 To brighten the image press A To darken the image press v maximum 6 e 3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight compensation i pg 29 e 3 exposure has the same effect as when PROGRAM AE is set to SPOTLIGHT lt gt pg 32 5 Press SET or Exposure adjustment is complete To return to automatic exposure control Select AUTO in step 3 NOTES e You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when PROGRAM AE is set to SPOTLIGHT or SNOW c pg 32 or with the backlight compensation e f the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness set GAIN UP to AUTO c pg 23 24 iris Lock Like the pupil of the human eye the iris contracts in well lit environments to keep too much light from entering and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light 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
15. 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 The cassette will not load properly e The battery s charge is low Install a fully charged battery pg 12 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE REFERENCES 38 en TROUBLESHOOTING Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor e The viewfinder is pulled out and PRIORITY is set to FINDER Push the viewfinder back in or set PRIORITY to LCD rx pg 23 25 e The LCD monitors brightness setting is too dark Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor c pg 16 f the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees open the monitor fully gt pg 18 An error indication 01 04 or 06 appears e A malfunction of some kind has occurred In this case the camcorders functions become unusable lt pg 38 Warning Indications Displays the battery remaining power Remaining power level rara Len a i High Exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil the battery remaining power indicator blinks When the battery power is exhausted power turns off automatically e Appears if a tape is loaded gt pg 17 e Blinks when no tape is loaded pg 17 CHECK TAPE S ERASE PROTECTION TAB Appears when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE while the Power Switch is set to REC c pg 14
16. press SETor gt 7 Press MENU The ue Menu Screen closes ITALIANO NEDERLANDS NOTES e Press lt whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen e You cannot enter menu screen during recording DISPLAY LANGUAGE DISPLAY LANGUAGE i FRAN AIS GETTING STARTED En 15 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 lt pg 23 25 Perform steps 1 4 in Language Settings on the left column 2 Press or v to select CLOCK ADJ and press SET or The date display format is highlighted Press or v to select the desired date display format and then press SET or Select from MONTH DATE YEAR DATE MONTH YEAR or YEAR MONTH DATE 4 Press or v to select the time display format then press SET or Select from 24h or 12h 5 Set the year month date hour and minute Press or v to select the value then press SET or Repeat this step until you have input all the settings NOTE Press to return to the previous setting 6 Press MENU The Menu Screen closes E Grip Adjustment Adjust the velcro strip 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip 3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference
17. 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 spotlight e When zooming Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M lt pg 14 3 Set EXPOSURE to MANUAL in FUNCTION Menu pg 24 e The exposure control menu appears 4 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor or the viewfinder then press and hold SET for over 2 seconds The LB indication appear 5 Press SET or gt The iris is locked 6 Press MENU The Menu screen closes The L indication appears To return to automatic iris control Select AUTO in step 3 e The exposure control indicator and L disappear To lock the exposure control and the iris After step 3 adjust the exposure by pressing A or v Then lock the iris in steps 4 6 For automatic locking select AUTO in step 3 The exposure control and the iris become automatic Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly With simple operation backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure 1 Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M pg 14 3 Press BACKLIGHT so that the Backlight Compensation indicator EX appears FEATURES FOR RECORDING cu 29 T
18. 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 EN 5 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 provided according to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL e NEVERH let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock e NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry 6 EN M
19. 19 Wide MOGG cst ied siet ue e 27 Language Settings 19 UNIGHE SCOPE A E 27 Date Time Settings wes dee Me NS DONE eam E Det E EN eevee 15 Snapshot Record Still Image On Tape ns 27 Grip Adjustment 19 Manual FOCUS EE 28 Viewfinder Adjustment sse I5 Eelere 28 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display 16 ime Loek serana ner mn me 29 Tripod Mounting ave 16 Backlight Compensation Re AE nn 29 Loading Unloading A Cassette 17 Spot Exposure Control 29 White Balance Adjustment 30 VIDEO RECORDING amp PLAYBACK 18 Manual White Balance Adjustment 30 Wipe Or Fader Effects 31 VIDEO RECORDING ee 18 Program AE Effects and Shutter Effects 41 Basic Se elle Le EE 18 EDITING 33 Tape Remaining Time 18 Dubbi 1To A VCH KEE 33 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 18 Dd ped a Te rie oe Zooming 4g Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Journalistic Shooting mm Connector Digital Dubbing 34 TME COG ss ana desler mee 19 Connection To A Personal Computer 35 QUICK REVIEW uec eei diese 20 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 20 REFERENCES 36 VIDEO PLAYBACK nn sever tuno 21 TROUBLESHOOTING lt lt lt cceceocececcecoccececceceosece 36 EE USER MAINTENANCE eseu 39 S
20. 28 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual Focus The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up as close as approx 5 cm to the subject to infinity However correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition In this case use the manual focus mode 1 Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Setthe recording mode to M pg 14 3 Press FOCUS The manual focus indicator appears 4 Press gt or lt to focus on a subject e When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer or a will blink 5 Press SET Focus adjustment is complete Manual focus indicator To reset to Auto Focus Press FOCUS twice Manual focus is recommended in situations listed below 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 LCD monitor or the viewfinder e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The following low contrast warnings appear blinking gt and amp Exposure Control Manual exposure control is recommended
21. AE Mode Indicator lt pg 32 SOUND 12BIT 16BIT Sound Mode Indicator lt pg 24 Appears for approx 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder Battery Remaining Power Indicator gt pg 38 9 Approximate Zoom Ratio pg 19 Zoom Indicator lt pg 19 Digital Image Stabiliser lt pg 24 2 Wide16 9 Mode Indicator pg 27 3 Recording Speed Mode SP LP c pg 24 Only LP Indicator is displayed Tape Running Indicator pg 18 Rotates while tape is running 9 Tape Remaining Time c pg 18 REC Appears during recording lt pg 18 PAUSE Appears during Record Standby mode pg 18 PHOTO Appears when taking snapshot lt gt pg 27 Fe Spot Exposure Control Indicator gt pg 29 D Backlight Compensation Indicator gt pg 29 L Iris Lock Indicator pg 29 Exposure Adjustment Indicator lt pg 28 A EXPOSURE i v Wipe Fader Mode Indicator lt pg 31 Wind Cut Indicator pg 25 Time Code r pg 25 6 Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator gt pg 28 Brightness Control Indicator LCD monitor Viewfinder lt pg 16 A BRIGHT 1 v 62 Date Time pg 15 During Video Playback BLANK SEARCH PUSH STOP BUTTON TO CANCEL 0 Battery Remaining Power Indicator gt pg 38 2 Blank Search Indicator lt pg 21 Tape Speed SP LP c pg 26 Only LP Indicator is displayed Cassette Indicator
22. CD or LCD TV pg 23 26 NOTES e t is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 14 e To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorders Power Switch to REC then set your TV to the appropriate input mode e 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 Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings lt pg 23 26 Lock button REC OFF PLAY For Video Recording Menus e Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch e Set the recording mode to W gt pg 14 For Video Playback Menus Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Open the LCD monitor fully lt pg 18 3 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears 4 Press or v to select the desired function and press SET or The selected function menu appears Screen for Video Recording Menu Screen for Video Playback Menu FUNCTION REC MODE 5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the selected function NOTES e Press lt whenever you want to cancel or return to the previous Menu Screen e You cannot ente
23. JVC DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR D340E EK Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera http www jvc co jp english cyber For Accessories http www jvc co jp english accessory INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2 5 and 11 to ensure safe use of this product ENGLISH GETTING STARTED 8 VIDEO RECORDING amp PLAYBACK 18 ADVANCED FEATURES 23 REFERENCES 36 TERMS 43 To deactivate the demonstration set DEMO MODE to OFF pg 23 25 LYT1507 001A EN 2 EN READ THIS FIRST e Before recording important video be sure to e Remember that this camcorder is intended for make a trial recording Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly We recommend cleaning your video heads before use If you haven t used your camcorder for a while the heads may be dirty We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette optional Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment Video heads can become dirty more easily if your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty area Cassette tapes should be removed from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases Store the camcorder in a bag or other container Use SP S
24. OTES e t is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 14 e To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV e Date time Set DATE TIME to ON or OFF lt pg 23 26 e Time code Set TIME CODE to OFF or ON lt pg 23 26 e Indications other than date time and time code Set ON SCREEN to OFF LCD or LCD TV pg 23 26 ADVANCED FEATURES 34 en EDITING Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With 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 To DV OUT Core filter DV cable optional o o E Le Video unit equipped with DV connector 0000 6 ooo 8 1 Make sure all units are turned off 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration 3 Start playback on the camcorder lt pg 21 4 Atthe point you want to start dubbing start recording on the video unit Refer to the video unit s instruction manual 5 To stop dubbing stop recording on the video unit then stop playback on this camcorder NOTES e It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack
25. PC or capture board you are using When connecting the camcorder to a PC using a DV cable make sure to follow the procedure below Connecting the cable incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the camcorder and or the PC e Connect the DV cable first to the PC and then to the camcorder e Connect the DV cable plugs correctly according to the shape of the DV connector ADVANCED FEATURES 36 en TROUBLESHOOTING If after following the steps in the chart below the ORE The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications problem still exists please consult your nearest blink JVC dealer e Effect and DIS functions that cannot be used The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled together are selected at the same time device External noise and interference from a Re read the sections Effects and DIS TV a radio etc might prevent it from pg 23 24 functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Adapter etc and wait a few minutes and 32X optical zoom is selected then re connect it and proceed as usual from gt Set ZOOM to 64X or 800X gt pg 24 the beginning Video Playback Power The tape is moving but there is no picture No power is supplied e Your TV has AV input terminals but is not set to e The power is not connected properl E Moog p POPETI gt Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for gt Connect the AC Ada
26. Record Standby mode Approximate recording time Recording mode Tape NOTES e f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes and no operation is performed gt PAUSE indicator may not appear the camcorder s power shuts off automatically To turn the camcorder on again push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re open the LCD monitor e 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 Hecording From The Middle Of A Tape lt pg 20 e To turn the melody sounds off c pg 23 25 Tape Remaining Time Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display min means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes the indication starts blinking e 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 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder While using the LCD monitor Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in Pull on the end A of the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor fully It can rotate 270 90 downward 180 upward o0 62 min While using the viewfinder Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked Pull out the viewfinder fully NOTES e The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewf
27. ZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTIONS e To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel e 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 EN 3 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 it is no longer wobbly and then plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet de SE CAUTIONS e 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 e This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery Use the JVC BN VF707U VF714U VF733U battery packs and to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet use the provided multi voltage AC Adapter An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit e The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides 4 EN
28. a recorded tape e When power shuts off during shooting e When a tape is removed and re inserted during shooting e When shooting using a partially recorded tape e When shooting on a blank portion located partway through the tape e When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening closing the cassette holder cover VIDEO RECORDING amp PLAYBACK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 20 en VIDEO RECORDING NOTES e The time code cannot be reset e During fast forwarding and rewinding the time code indication does not move smoothly e The time code is displayed only when TIME CODE is set to ON pg 25 Quick Review Enables to check the end of the last recording 1 Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording Standby mode 2 Tape is rewound for about several seconds and played back automatically then pauses in the Recording Standby mode for the next shot e Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal 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 gt pg 21 2 Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch then start recording I Normal Playback VOL Lock Button ES lt lt Speaker Ed US y d NC Load a cassette lt pg 17 2 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down
29. a series of consecutive snapshots ADVANCED FEATURES 32 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING PROGRAM AE OFF Disables the function Factory preset SPORTS X 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 SNOW Q 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 TWILIGHT amp Makes evening scenes look more natural White Balance lt pg 30 is automatically set to e 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 SHUTTER OFF Disables the function Factory preset 1 50 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 SHUTTER 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 SHUTTER 1 500 SHUTTER 1 4000 These sett
30. above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater e 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 and viewfinder s lens to direct sunlight Carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder swing it excessively when using the hand strap or the grip swing the soft camera case excessively when the camcorder is inside it e Dirty heads can cause the following problems No picture during playback Blocks of noise appear during playback CAUTIONS En 41 During recording or playback the Head Clog Warning indicator 3 appears Recording cannot be performed properly 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 u
31. ajor Features of this Camcorder Wipe Fader Effects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe Fader Effects to make Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button pro style scene transitions lt pg 31 brightens the image darkened by backlight gt pg 29 Fade in e You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available c pg 29 Spot Exposure Control Program AE Effects and Special Effects For example SPORTS mode allows fast Data Battery moving images to be captured one frame ata You can check the battery status by simply time for vivid stable slow motion pg 31 Pressing the DATA button pg 13 BATTERY CONDITION LEVEL MAX TIME 100 LCD EE 80min 50 m mw FINDER o EE 90min Auto Button You can change the recording mode between manual setting to the standard mode setting of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO button rx pg 14 CONTENTS eu 7 GETTING STARTED 8 ADVANCED FEATURES 23 Index siste sob pn WU bn 8 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 23 Provided Accessories 11 Changing The Menu Settings 23 Sie Sri PR ithe candele ce rece 12 Recording Menus 24 Operation Mode nene onere ree 14 Playback Menus eene 26 Auto Manual Mode En 14 FEATURES FOR RECORDING ossssccossssconsess 27 Power Linked Operation
32. ce or the shop where you purchased the product Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national If you wish to dispose of this product please visit our web page www jvc europe com to obtain information about the take back of the product Other Countries outside the European Union If you wish to dispose of this product please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment SOME DOS 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 the manufacturers 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
33. dusty area Cassette tapes should be removed from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases Store the camcorder in a bag or other container Use SP Standard mode for important video recordings LP Long Play mode lets you record 50 more video than SP Standard mode but you may experience mosaic like noise during playback depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment So for important recordings we recommend using SP mode It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of commercially available cassette tapes complying with the MiniDV standard but JVC brand cassette tapes are designed and optimized to maximize the performance of your camcorder Also read CAUTIONS on pages 40 41 GETTING STARTED En 11 i Provided Accessories GETTING STARTED AC Adapter AP V17E or AP V14E Power Cord only for AP V14E Battery Pack BN VF707U Audio Video Cable 3 5 mini plug to RCA plug Shoulder Strap pg 12 for attachment Lens Cap c pg 12 for attachment NOTES e 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 e Make sure to use the provided cables for connections Do not use any other cables 00 DODO 12 en GETTING STARTED How To Attach T
34. finished Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder GETTING STARTED cw 13 Using The Battery Pack Perform steps 2 3 in Charging The Battery Pack Maximum continuous recording time To detach the battery pack Slide the battery pack upward while pressing PUSH BATT to detach it Battery pack Charging time BN VF707U Approx 1 hr 30 min Battery pack BN VF714U Approx 2 hr 40 min BN VF733U Approx 5 hr 40 min 1 hr 30 min 1 hr 40 min BN VF707U NOTES BN VE733U e It is recommended that only genuine JVC a batteries are used in this camcorder Using Provided generic non JVC batteries can cause damage NOTES to the internal charging circuitry e f the protective cap is attached to the battery pack remove it first e During charging the camcorder cannot be operated e Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used e When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period the POWER CHARGE lamp may not light In this case remove the battery pack from the camcorder then try charging again e 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 e Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas e Using the op
35. first 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 is set to ON gt pg 24 VIDEO RECORDING En 19 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 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 Display Minutes Seconds Frames 25 frames z 1 second 12 34 24 Frames are not displayed during recording If recording starts from a blank portion the time code begins counting from 00 00 00 minute second frame If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene the time code continues from the last time code number 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 c pg 20 in the following cases e When shooting again after playing back
36. g the date time does not appear e DATE TIME is set to OFF Set DATE TIME to ON c pg 23 25 The colour of Snapshot looks strange e The light source or the subject does not include white Or there are various different light sources behind the subject Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame lt pg 27 The image taken using Snapshot is too dark e Shooting was performed under backlit conditions gt Press BACKLIGHT lt pg 29 The image taken using Snapshot is too bright e The subject is too bright Set PROGRAM AE to SPOTLIGHT lt pg 32 White Balance cannot be activated e The Sepia SEPIA or Monotone MONOTONE mode is activated Disengage the Sepia SEPIA or Monotone MONOTONE mode before setting White Balance pg 31 The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow e When shooting in the dark the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when GAIN UP is set to AUTO gt f you want the lighting to look more natural set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF gt pg 23 24 Other problems The POWER CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light during charging e Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high low temperatures To protect the battery it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10 C to 35 C pg 40 e The
37. he overall appearance may be grainy While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted SISA is displayed WIND CUT OFF Disengages the function ON SS Helps cut down on noise created by wind The amp indicator appears The quality of the sound will change This is normal SYSTEM The SYSTEM functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to REC are also applied when the Power switch is set to PLAY Factory preset MELODY OFF Even though not heard while shooting shutter sound is recorded on the tape ON A melody sounds when any operation is performed It also activates the shutter sound effect lt pg 27 CAM RESET EXECUTE Resets all settings to the factory preset RETURN Does not reset all settings to the factory preset PRIORITY LCD The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened FINDER The image is displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened DISPLAY e The menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to REC e The DISPLAY settings except BRIGHT and LANGUAGE are effective only for shooting Factory preset BRIGHT rx pg 16 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display CLOCK ADJ r pg 15 Date Time Settings MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT EN 25 LANGUAGE ENGLISH FRAN AIS
38. he Lens Cap To protect the lens attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration NOTE To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder Place here during shooting How To Attach The Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration Thread the strap through the eyelet 2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and the buckle e To adjust the length of the strap loosen and then tighten the strap in the buckle 3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet Buckle Strap guide i 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 Battery pack mount POWER CHARGE lamp ROWER CHARGE REC eOFF PLAY Power switch To DC connector AC Adapter ex AP V17E set the Power Switch to OFF 2 with the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 3 Slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder D Connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter AP V14E only 6 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet The POWER CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started 7 When the POWER CHARGE lamp goes out charging is
39. horter 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 NOTES e t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications Charging 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C Storage 20 C to 50 C e The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes e Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions e During use make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting 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 e 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 e To prevent damage to the LCD monitor DO NOT
40. ht Compensation 29 Battery Pack esee 12 14 40 Blank Seat Oll asset nes 21 C Changing The Menu Settings 23 Charging The Battery Pack 12 Connection To A Personal Computer 35 Connections To A TV Or VCR 22 D Data BANG ioo ee 13 Date Time Settings 15 Demonstration Mode 25 Digital Image Stabilisation DIS 24 IB leen e EE 83 34 E Effect Oe EE EN Exposure ein Lt de EE 28 l HiS Bee 29 L LCD Monitor and Viewfinder 16 18 Loading A Cassette AAA 17 M Manual FOCUS 25e nn 28 Melody ees 25 Motor Drive Mode EEN 27 N NIONS CODE Meter 27 P Playback Sound 26 Power Linked Operation 15 xoi tcc 25 Program AE ec SN ne 32 Q QUICK REVIEW oe t caer oe tots 20 R Recording Capacity ADO pe ERE 18 TERMS En 43 S Shutter Effect EE 32 Snapshot Mode cccccccceecseessseeeeeeeeeeneeeees 27 Sound Mode nero 24 26 Speaker Volume 21 EIERE 42 Spot Exposure Control 29 T Tape Speed REC MODE 24 26 Tele Macro EE 24 Time Cod 2 crc 19 25 Tripod Mounting 16 Troubl sho0tingisssranmrmm sdanmssans 36 W Warn
41. inder When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened you can select which one to use Set PRIORITY to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu c pg 23 25 e Coloured bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder However this is not a malfunction pg 37 Looming Produces the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W e The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever the quicker the zoom action Zoom in T Telephoto Zoom out W Wide angle 10 x i Digital zoom zone 32X optical zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio NOTES e Focusing may become unstable during zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus lt pg 28 then zoom in or out in Record mode e Zooming is possible to a maximum of 800X or it can be switched to 32X magnification using the optical zoom pg 24 e Zoom magnification of over 32X is done through digital image processing and is therefore called Digital Zoom e During Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer 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 FUNCTION Menu on page 24 e When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out
42. ing Indications 38 White E e Te 30 Wide Mode EE 27 Wipe Or Fader Effects 31 Z ZOOMIN ESS ho eee 19 24 TERMS 2005 Victor Company of Japan Limited xa a0rea u5 2 Printed in Malaysia 1105MAR PR VM
43. ings allow fast moving images to be captured one frame at a time for vivid stable slow motion playback by fixing shutter speed variables Use these settings when an automatic adjustment does not work well using SPORTS mode The faster the shutter speed the darker the picture becomes Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions f Dubbing To A VCR To S connector To AV S Cable Audio Video optional cable provided Lil Yellow to VIDEO IN Connect when your TV VCR has only A V input connectors Red to AUDIO R IN White to AUDIO L IN Black to S VIDEO IN Connect when your TV VCR VDR has S VIDEO in and A V input connectors In this case it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable Not required for watching still images only NOTE The S Video cable is optional Be sure to use the YTU94146A S Video cable Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camera The core filter reduces interference EDITING en 33 Following the illustrations connect the camcorder and the VCR s input connectors 2 Start playback on the camcorder F pg 21 3 At the point you want to start dubbing start recording on the VCR Refer to the VCR s instruction manual 4 To stop dubbing stop recording on the VCR then stop playback on the camcorder N
44. ion battery Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions e 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 e 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 Terminals 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 s
45. irection stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder Then tighten the screw clockwise e Some tripods are not equipped with studs A BRIGHT 0 v f Loading Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette Cassette holder cover PUSH OPEN EJECT Cassette holder protection tab Make sure the window side is facing out Side 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 components 2 Insert or remove a tape and press PUSH to close the cassette holder e Be sure to press only the section labelled PUSH 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 GETTING STARTED En 17 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 pack s charge is low you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover Do not apply force Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place To protect valuable recordings Slide the erase protection tab o
46. ive dots more than 99 99 Do not leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use and check the unit regularly whether it is working or not 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 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 Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HA
47. lance Adjustment The white balance refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting If the white balance is correct all other colours will be accurately reproduced The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction To change the settin Set W BALANCE in FUNCTION Menu lt pg 24 e The selected mode indicator except AUTO appears AUTO White balance is adjusted automatically NA MWB Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting Manual White Balance Adjustment FINE Outdoors on a sunny day CLOUD Outdoors on a cloudy day Factory preset To return to automatic white balance Set W BALANCE to AUTO c pg 24 f Manual White Balance Adjustment Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting 1 Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M c pg 14 3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen 4 Select FUNCTION Menu c pg 24 5 Select MWB in W BALANCE menu lt pg 24 then press and hold SET or gt until MA begins blinking e When the setting is completed NA stops blinking 6 Press SET or to
48. may be a problem on the battery In such a case consult your nearest JVC dealer GETTING STARTED 14 en GETTING STARTED Using AC Power Perform steps 4 6 in Charging The Battery Pack NOTE The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V About Batteries DANGER Do not attempt to take the batteries apart or expose them to flame or excessive heat as it may cause a fire or explosion WARNING Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire To resume the original function of the accurate battery power indication If the battery power indication differs from the actual operating time fully charge the battery and then run it down However this function may not turn back if the battery was used for a long period of time under extremely high low temperature condition or charged too many times f Operation Mode To turn on the camcorder set the Power Switch to any operation mode except OFF while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch POWER CHARGE lamp Lock Button POWER CHARGE e ch REC OFF dPLAY Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch Power Switch Position REC e Allows you to perform recording on the tape e Allows you to set various recording functions usi
49. n 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 NOTES e 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 e f the tape does not load properly open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette A few minutes later insert it again e When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover GETTING STARTED 18 en VIDEO RECORDING j Basic Recording NOTE Before continuing perform the procedures listed below e Power i pg 12 e Loading A Cassette 7 pg 17 LEZ Power Switch KV Ze Recording Start Stop Button Remove the lens cap pg 12 2 Open the LCD monitor fully 3 Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch e The POWER CHARGE lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode lt gt PAUSE is displayed e To record in LP Long Play mode c pg 24 4 To start recording press the Recording Start Stop Button gt REC appears on the display while recording is in progress 5 To stop recording press the Recording Start Stop Button again The camcorder re enters the
50. ng the Menus lt pg 23 OFF Allows you to switch off the camcorder PLAY e Allows you to play back a recording on the tape e Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus lt pg 23 Auto Manval Mode Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto manual recording mode When manual mode is selected the indicator w appears on the LCD monitor Auto Mode F3 You can record using no special effects or manual adjustments Manual Mode M Manual recording is possible by setting various functions Power Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to REC you can also turn on off the camcorder by opening closing the LCD monitor or pulling out pushing in the viewfinder INFORMATION The following explanations in this manual supposes the use of LCD monitor in your operation If you want to use the viewfinder close the LCD monitor and pull out the viewfinder fully 9 Language Settings The language on the display can be changed lt pg 25 1 Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Open the LCD monitor fully c pg 18 Set the recording mode to M lt pg 14 3 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears 4 Press a or v to select DISPLAY and press SET or gt The DISPLAY Menu appears 5 Press or v to select LANGUAGE and press SETor gt 6 Press or v to select the desired language and
51. ns To A TV Or VCR To S connector To AV S Cable Audio Video optional cable provided Yellow to VIDEO IN Connect when your TV VCR has only A V input connectors Red to AUDIO R IN White to AUDIO L IN Black to S VIDEO IN Connect when your TV VCR VDR has S VIDEO in and A V input connectors In this case it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable Notrequired for watching still images only NOTE The S Video cable is optional Be sure to use the YTU94146A S Video cable Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camera The core filter reduces interference 1 Make sure all units are turned off 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration If using a VCR go to step 3 If not go to step 4 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input referring to your VCR s instruction manual 4 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode 6 Start playback on the camcorder 7 pg 21 To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV e Date Time Set DATE TIME to ON or OFF lt pg 23 26 e Time Code Set TIME CODE to ON or OFF gt pg 26 e Indications other than date time and time code Set ON SCREEN to OFF L
52. nt to the 32 kHz mode of previous models 16BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models OFF Disables the function ON i43 To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification NOTES e Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or depending on the shooting condition e The Wi indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used e Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod 32X When set to 32X while using Digital Zoom the zoom magnification will reset to 32X since Digital Zoom will be disengaged 64X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 32X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 64X digital magnification 800X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 32X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 800X digital magnification OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment AGC The overall appearance may be grainy but the image is bright AUTO 7A The shutter speed is automatically adjusted Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode but the subject s movements are not smooth or natural T
53. o cancel Backlight Compensation Press BACKLIGHT twice so that the A indicator disappears NOTE Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white Spot Exposure Control Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation You can select one of the three metering areas on the LCD monitor viewfinder Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set the recording mode to M pg 14 3 Press BACKLIGHT twice so that the Spot Exposure Control indicator Tel appears e spot metering area frame appears at the centre of the LCD monitor viewfinder 4 Press gt or lt to select the desired spot metering area frame 5 Press SET e Spot Exposure Control is engaged e Exposure is adjusted to make the brightness of the selected area most appropriate To lock the iris After step 4 press and hold SET over 2 seconds The L indication appears and the iris is locked To cancel Spot Exposure Control Press BACKLIGHT once so that the s indicator disappears NOTES e You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the same time with following functions e VW 16 9 in WIDE MODE c pg 27 e STROBE in EFFECT gt pg 31 e Digital Zoom c pg 19 e Depending on the shooting location and condition optimum result may not be attained ADVANCED FEATURES 30 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING f White Ba
54. ps are recommended after using the unit for about 1 000 hours For periodic check ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer About moisture condensation e 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 e Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself REFERENCES Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Adapter etc and wait a few minutes and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning 42 en SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V Using AC Adapter DC 7 2 V Using battery pack Power consumption Approx 3 0 W LCD monitor off viewfinder on Approx 3 4 W LCD monitor on viewfinder off Dimensions W x H x D 59 mm x 94 mm x 114mm with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder
55. pter securely lt pg 14 e The battery pack is not attached firmly MGSO Diese e Detach the battery pack once again and re attach P uec no Noon evans Ope an yP g Close the cassette holder cover gt pg 17 it firmly pg 12 e The battery is dead Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one lt pg 12 Blocks of noise appear during playback or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue Video Recording Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette 7 pg 41 Recording cannot be performed Advanced features e The tape s erase protection tab is set to SAVE ihe e erase protection tab to REC The focus does not adjust automatically tx pg 17 e TAPE END appears e Focus is set to the Manual mode Replace with new cassette lt pg 17 gt Set Focus to the Auto mode pg 28 e The cassette holder cover is open e The lens is dirty or covered with condensation gt Close the cassette holder cover Clean the lens and check the focus again i lt pg 39 When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light vertical lines appear e This is not a malfunction e The 16 9 wide mode W 16 9 indicator is selected When the screen is under direct sunlight gt Disengage the W 16 9 indicator 16 9 wide during shooting the screen becomes red or mode lt pg 27 black for an instant e This is not a malfunction During recordin
56. pushed back in Weight Approx 400g without battery cassette and lens cap Approx 480g incl battery cassette and lens cap Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C Operating humidity 35 to 80 Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C Pickup 1 6 CCD Lens F 2 0 f 2 3 mm to 73 6 mm 32 1 power zoom lens Filter diameter 9027 mm LCD monitor 2 5 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder with 0 33 colour LCD Speaker Monaural For Digital Video Camera Format DV format SD mode Signal format PAL standard Recording Playback format Video Digital component recording Audio PCM digital recording 32 kHz 4 channel 12 BIT 48 kHz 2 channel 16 BIT Cassette Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP 18 8 mm s LP 12 5 mm s Maximum recording time using 80 min cassette SP 80 min LP 120 min For Connectors S S Video output Y 1 0 V p p 75Q analogue C 0 29 V p p 75Q analogue AV Video output 1 0 V p p 75Q analogue Audio output 300 mV rms 1 kO analogue stereo DV Output 4 pin IEEE 1394 compliant AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Output DC 11V 1A Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice A AC Adapter secu end nomma 14 Auto Manual Mode eeeeeeeeeess 14 B Backlig
57. r Menu screen during recording MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT En 23 Video Recording Menus FUNCTION c pg 24 SETTING pg 24 SYSTEM c pg 25 DISPLAY c pg 25 SEN Se 1 Press or v to select H EXPOSURE SCROLL the desired selection and MEME press SET or The Sub Menu appears e Example FUNCTION Menu 2 Press or v Select the desired parameter and press SET or Selection is complete e Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus e The indicator shows the setting that is currently saved inside the camcorder s memory 3 Press MENU The Menu Screen closes Video Playback Menus REC MODE r pg 26 SOUND MODE Sub n Selected parameter FUNCTION WIPE FADER gt OFF EFFECT HARR gt Indicator pg 26 NARRATION c pg 26 REC MODE mmm BRIGHT c pg 26 NARRATION a DATE TIME c pg 26 ON SCREEN c pg 26 TIME CODE c pg 26 1 The Sub Menu appears e Example REC MODE Menu Press or v to select the desired parameter and press SET or Selection is complete e Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus e The indicator shows the setting that is currently saved inside the camcorder s memory 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen closes ADVANCED FEATURES DA En MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Recording Menus FUNCTION The menu settings can be changed only when
58. r 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 it on top of the TV is not recommended as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall resulting in damage Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment European Union x This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its end of life Instead the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation By disposing of this product correctly you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product For more information Attention This symbol is PER only valid in Business users the European Union about collection point and recycling of this product please contact your local municipal office your household waste disposal servi
59. reset WHITE WH Fade in or out with a white screen BLACK Bx Fade in or out with a black screen SLIDE K Wipe in from right to left or wipe out from left to right SCROLL The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen or wipes out from top to bottom leaving a black screen FEATURES FOR RECORDING En 31 Program AE Effects and Shutter Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Set EFFECT PROGRAM AE or SHUTTER in FUNCTION Menu c pg 24 e The EFFECT PROGRAM AE or SHUTTER menu disappears and the selected effect is activated e The selected effect indicator appears To deactivate the selected effect Select OFF in step 2 The effect indicator disappears NOTES e Program AE Effects and Shutter Effects can be changed during Record Standby e Some modes of Program AE and Shutter Effects cannot be used during Night Scope e When a subject is too bright or reflective a vertical streak may appear smear phenomenon Smear phenomenon tends to occur when SPORTS or mode of SHUTTER 1 500 and 1 4000 is selected EFFECT OFF Disables the function Factory preset SEPIA d Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look MONOTONE B W Like classic black and white films your footage is shot in B W CLASSIC Peg Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect STROBE Your recording looks like
60. rs e The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity e A appears beside Oo while the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted To deactivate Night Scope Press NIGHT again so that the Night Scope indicator disappears NOTES e During Night Scope GAIN UP or DIS in SETTING Menu c pg 24 cannot be activated e Night Scope cannot be activated simultaneously with SNOW or SPORTS of PROGRAM AE or all modes of SHUTTER c pg 32 e During Night Scope it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus To prevent this use of a tripod is recommended FEATURES FOR RECORDING y 27 Snapshot Record Still Image On Tape This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape 1 Set the Power Switch to REC 2 Press SNAPSHOT e There is the sound effect of a shutter closing e The PHOTO indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx 5 seconds then the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode e You can perform Snapshot also during recording A still image will be recorded for approx 5 seconds then the normal recording resumes e Snapshot mode cannot be used when the 16 9 wide mode W 16 9 indicator is selected Motor Drive Mode Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 2 provides an effect similar to serial photography Interval between still images approx 1 second ADVANCED FEATURES
61. tandard mode for important video recordings LP Long Play mode lets you record 5096 more video than SP Standard mode but you may experience mosaic like noise during playback depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment So for important recordings we recommend using SP mode For safety and reliability It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries and accessories are used in this camcorder This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery Use the JVC BNVF707U VF714U VF733U battery packs Using generic non JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark D 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 DO NOT leave the unit in place of over 50 C 122 F in place where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effect
62. tart Stop Button lt pg 18 Power Switch REC OFF PLAY lt pg 14 Lock Button pg 14 Cassette Open Eject Switch OPEN EJECT lt pg 17 Connectors The connectors are located beneath the covers Audio Video Output Connector AV pg 22 33 S Video Output Connector S c pg 22 33 DC Input Connector DC lt pg 12 Digital Video Connector DV OUT i LINK lt pg 34 35 i LINK refers to the IEEE1394 1995 industry specification and extensions thereof The amp logo is used for products compliant with the i LINK standard Indicators 1 POWER CHARGE Lamp pg 12 18 D GETTING STARTED En 9 Other Parts LCD Monitor pg 18 Viewfinder lt gt pg 16 Battery Pack Mount pg 13 Shoulder Strap Eyelet lt pg 12 Speaker r pg 21 Grip Strap lt pg 15 Lens Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here Stereo Microphone Stud Hole lt pg 16 Tripod Mounting Socket lt pg 16 Cassette Holder Cover pg 17 GETTING STARTED 10 en GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording D Auto Manual Mode Indicator EY Auto Mode M Manual Mode Night Scope Indicator pg 27 A Gain Up Mode r pg 24 Shutter Speed pg 32 White Balance Indicator lt pg 30 5 Effect Mode Indicator lt pg 31 Program
63. the Lock Button located on the switch 3 To start playback press kl 4 To stop playback press MI e During Stop mode press ga to rewind or kp to fast forward the tape To control the speaker volume Slide the Power Zoom Lever VOL towards to turn up the volume or towards to turn down the volume NOTES e The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor viewfinder or on a connected TV lt gt pg 22 e f Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery the camcorder shuts off automatically To turn on again set the Power Switch to OFF then to PLAY e When a cable is connected to the AV connector the sound is not heard from the speaker Still Playback Pauses during video playback 1 Press I during playback 2 To resume normal playback press ku again e f still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes the camcorder s Stop mode is automatically engaged Shuttle Search Allows high speed search in either direction during video playback 1 During playback press B for forward search or lt lt for reverse search 2 To resume normal playback press kl e During playback press and hold gt gt or ga The search continues as long as you hold the button VIDEO PLAYBACK cu 21 Once you release the button normal playback resumes A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search This is not a malf
64. till Playback eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 21 CAUTIONS 40 Shuttle Search 21 SPECIFIC ATIONS CON NE E 49 Blank Sears a D A ee de Playback Snapshot 21 Connections To A TV Or VCR eccssssssssseessieee s gt TERMS 8 8 en GETTING STARTED f Index m EA d 16 9 A ai IC bee Rot eSI re 99900 amp BLANK K J 26 90000 g z ON pes e AN v ce GO 56000 5 S A e e ISS SCH IT Controls D Rewind Button lt 4 lt pg 21 Left Button lt pg 15 Quick Review Button QUICK REVIEW lt gt pg 20 2 Set Button SET lt pg 15 Data Battery Button DATA pg 13 Stop Button W pg 21 Backlight Compensation Button BACKLIGHT lt gt pg 29 Down Button v pg 15 Play Pause Button P H lt pg 21 Manual Focus Button FOCUS pg 28 Up Button A pg 15 Wide 16 9 Button 16 9 lt pg 27 Blank Search Button BLANK pg 21 Menu Button MENU c pg 23 Fast Forward Button BB lt pg 21 Right Button gt pg 15 Night Button NIGHT lt pg 27 Dioptre Adjustment Control lt pg 16 9 Auto Button AUTO lt pg 14 Snapshot Button SNAPSHOT pg 27 Power Zoom Lever T W pg 19 Speaker Volume Control VOL gt pg 21 2 Battery Release Button PUSH BATT lt gt pg 12 43 Recording S
65. tional AA VF7 Battery Charger you can charge the BN VF707U VF714U VF733U battery pack without the camcorder e After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record Standby mode with the cassette inserted and no operation is performed gt PAUSE indicator may not appear the camcorder will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter In this case the battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camcorder e Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions e Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly e The LCD monitor is used repeatedly e The playback mode is engaged repeatedly e Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time ATTENTION Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction Data Battery System You can check the remaining battery power and the recordable time 1 Make sure the battery is attached and the Power Switch is set to OFF 2 Open the LCD monitor fully 3 Press DATA and the battery status screen appears e It is displayed for 5 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly and for 15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold for several seconds elt COMMUNICATION ERROR appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press DATA several times there
66. unction ATTENTION During Shuttle Search parts of the picture may not be clearly visible particularly on the left side of the screen Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption lt pg 19 Load a cassette lt pg 17 2 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 3 Press BLANK e The BLANK SEARCH indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion e To cancel Blank Search midway press li or BLANK NOTES e Before starting Blank Search if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction If the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction e f the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search the camcorder stops automatically e A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected e The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes Before you start recording make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion Playback Snapshot This camcorder allows you to take snapshots during video playback Press SNAPSHOT VIDEO RECORDING amp PLAYBACK 22 en VIDEO PLAYBACK Connectio

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