JVC Compact VHS Camcorder User Manual
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1. 00 CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS AN GETTING STARTED Marks Power To AC outlet This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you A choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER CHG charg indicator REFRESH indicator Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings 2 e The CHG indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHG indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow To discharge the battery attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the above illustration Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place DETACH BATTERY PACK Slide2. 4 gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE PMENU END NOTE y The menu function except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are not available while in the Record mode Normal Screen 2 4 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations hn n R n MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 28 Allows you to set the current date and time lt pg 7 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used pg 8 AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses a the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment However precise colour adjustment ee CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour e When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment I pg 29 Allows you to set the zooming speed F pg 14 SSL en 20 R
3. fantasy look ND ND ND EFFECT ND Effect A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject d d SEPIA N ae D The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide F pg 20 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie a en 19 Dial Viewfinder Mod symbol indication os 2 mor e Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode lt gt pg 29 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing CF pg 27 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action 1 1000 sec 1 1000 Ei SO High Speed Shutter 1 2000 sec 1 2000 2 SUES High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter 1 1000s 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode RECORDING Advanced Features cont Fader This feature allows smooth fade in and fade out to black blank screen Fade in works at recording start and fade out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode ENGAGE FADE STANDBY MODE
4. Zen Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety informa tion and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents lt gt pg 3 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 CF pg 40 42 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions CF pg 43 44 They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 Power Adapter Battery charger 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 plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom VHS PAL HAL Warning
5. or extremely low under 0 C temperatures 44 en 3 DO NOT leave the unit ae in places of over 50 C aes in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 Pa in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer douse near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT i allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects sus subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation shes keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods ant direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun es carry it by holding the viewfinder Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the rip ee ae it excessively when using the shoulder strap About moisture condensation You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer CAUTIONS cont For Your Mai
6. 7 Press EFFECT to engage the Fade Standby mode Fade out Viewfinder gt EFFECT EIFADER e Bk FADER is displayed for approx 2 seconds Then FADER disappears and only Bkl remains START OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in or fade out TO CANCEL FADE STANDBY MODE 3 While IBkl is displayed press EFFECT After 2 sec e OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade standby mode is cancelled NOTES Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is used with Sepia pg 19 With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 19 engaged the image fades in out to a white screen Recording Start Stop Button Wide This feature allows you to record black bars at the top o and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like Viewfinder wide screen effect ENGAGE WIDE MODE 1 Press WIDE j e To restore normal screen press WIDE again Wide mode NOTE for Fader Wide Super LoLux and Instant Titles When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK the above functions will be set to the Factory settings Fade standby OFF Wide mode off Super LoLux MAX Instant Titles off Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK the above functions return to the settings you selected
7. Dial The Menu Screen appears and the highlight bar is placed on FOCUS ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE y AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF ata sae ie No indication ZOOM SPEED FAST during eet recording ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it a and amp appear The focus is locked at this point ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward lt appears and blinks Go to step 5 Menu Screen To nearer subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward appears and blinks Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disppears and 4 amp reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 3 To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 1 Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain 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 th
8. Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when PAUSE is displayed set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF To release when PAUSE and ppp are not displayed press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF 32 EN PLAYBACK Basic Playback Battery pack remaining power indicator LOAD A CASSETTE Tape counter Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked Tape running indicator SELECT MODE gt Playback l gt gt Fast Forward Set the Power Switch to PLAY The power indicator lights Forward Search 44 Rewind Reverse PLAY BACK Search HI Still Playback 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears Recording mode indicator STOP PLAYBACK 4 Press STOP PLAY PAUSE Rewind or Fast forward the tape Press REW to rewind or FF to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTE The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Sto
9. PAUSE FIND EDIT IN POINT Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it s reached press PAUSE on the camcorder START EDITING Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press PAUSE on the camcorder Power Switch When connecting the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Video cables Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then provided stop the VCR and camcorder when finished To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors VCR Recording deck J E TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POWER No power is supplied The power suddenly goes off and doesn t come back on by itself RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Recording does not start PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no playback picture Playback picture is blurred or interrupted The counter indication is blurred during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward or rewind Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot be performed The battery pack has not been attached correctly gt pg 4 The battery pack is not charged pg 4 The power supply has not been correctly connected F pg 5 The battery pack has completely discharged Remove
10. not burn PEA do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life PA do not subject to unnecessary shock mi avoid repeated charging without fully discharg ing P 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 Pe store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life POPA avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off Terminals EN 43 NOTES t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications CARP WIE sveteeersetemeteeserbec eens TOC to 35 C Operation nesses 0 C to 40 C ONO a 10 C to 30 C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C The lower the temperature 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 VHS C mark ones be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals
11. on lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace the battery with Maxell Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Sony CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire 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 viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the BN V12U V22U V25U battery packs and to recharge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 m Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked VHS C can be used with this unit m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment Program Manager I lt pg 18 31 Programme AE with Special Effects c pg 18 19 e Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release e Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect eSepia eTwilight Sports 1 1000 sec High Speed Shutter e 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter m 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording gt
12. pg 15 22x Optical Hyper Zoom pg 14 E Intergrated Auto Light lt pg 16 The Logical Choice The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR With Cassette Adapter PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EG e Shoulder Strap e Lithium Battery CR2025 x 1 clock operation e Battery Pack BN V12U A V Cable Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal Date Time Setting ccccceeeeees Tape Length Setting ccceeeeeee Recording Mode Setting 206 Loading Unloading A Cassette Grip Adjustment cccceeeeees Viewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap Attachment Tripod Mounting 22ccccceee RECORDING Basic Recording ccsseeecceeeees Basic Features cccceceececececess Advanced Features 0cccecceeeees PLAYBACK Basic Playback sseeecceeeees Features cccccceccecceccecceceecees Using The Cassette Adapter Basic Connections 000c0e TAPE DUBBING TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX Controls canitinscanctcasatcunsirarntonisascateres Connectors 0ccececcececcececececeees NQUCQIONS sisicisiedssnusavnsseasaobssatuadon tensa Other Parts ccjsoccaciasceindupsaseweatsecacsens Viewfinder Indications
13. sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard VHSTH cassette 23 39 mm sec 11 70 mm sec 60 minutes 120 minutes with EC 60 cassette 0 C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C Approx 800 g 113 W x 117 H x 242 D mm 1 4 format CCD F1 6 f 3 8 to 83 6 mm 22 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Auto Manual adjustment VIDEO Output AUDIO Output EN 45 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO OUT connector 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO OUT connector AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V15EG Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge VTR Charging system Dimensions Weight AC 110 V to 240 Vu 50 60 Hz 7 23 W DC 8 5 V2 1 3 A DC 6 3 V 73 1 8 A Constant current peak detection timer controlled 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Approx 300 g CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U Dimensions Weight Accessory Provided Accessories Optional Accessories 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Approx 240 g AA R6 size battery x 1 e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e RF Unit RF V5E e Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 60 45 30 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details o
14. the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few minutes try turning the power back on If it still doesn t come on consult your nearest JVC dealer Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA CF pg 12 The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode f A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The Counter Memory Function has been activated CF pg 34 The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other SS NOD SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S OTHER The tape won t eject The battery pack is running low Some functions are not available The Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the viewfinder The viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus The date and time displays disappear The wrong date and time are displayed re
15. 0 00 Viewfinder Indications Cassette Warning Tape Remaining TMe ssuiisissasins F pg 13 When no cassette is inserted the cassette O3 warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette O3 warning lights Otherwise the tape remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warning blinks when the tape is about to reach its end When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and a tape is loaded the cassette J mark is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab s position 2 Recording Mode SP LP Indicator pg 8 O Programme AE Indicator 0 CF pg 18 Displayed at for approx 1 second when the Select Dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indicator remains at 3 G0 Fade Standby Indicator 00 IF pg 20 Displayed at for approx 2 seconds when the Fader is engaged by pressing the EFFECT button Then only the indicator remains at 40 Multi Function Control Indication CF pg 20 Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi Function Control is pressed The indication disappears within approx 2 seconds G Super LoLux Indicator cseceee CF pg 21 Tape Length Indicator ccsceeee CF pg 8 D Zoon Indi ator Bal sessao CF pg 14 Recording Indicator ccccceseseeeees CF pg 12 1 Record Standby Mode Indicator CF pg 12 e Lens Cover War
16. BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack BATT RELEASE BATT PACK Approximate recording time unit min BN V12U 75 40 BN V22U 155 95 BN V25U 200 120 when the video light is on 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 Charge marker NOTES EN D CHARGE MARKER A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings While the AC Power Adapter Charger s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch During that time the AC Power Adapter Charger does not
17. EC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording F pg 31 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer I pg 30 and Time Lapse recording lt pg 31 TALLY LAMP ON o The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording OFF o The tally lamp remains off at all times CHARACTER Allows you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters F pg 22 JLIP ID NO 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 07 During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled Demonstrates certain functions such as the Fader Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically __ Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK j RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus SA detection zone The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However corr
18. IGHTEN 7 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod 2e RECORDING Basic Recording Power g indicator Tally lamp lights while recording is in progress NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power pg 4 Jape Length Setting pg 8 Recording Mode Setting pg 8 Grip Adjustment pg 10 LOAD A CASSETTE 7 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE 2 Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button o un appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress ee n lS Tape remaining time indicator Start Stop Button MIN Now calculating 120MIN 119MIN Y 3MIN 2MIN Blinki
19. IONS DANGER Video Light e The video light becomes extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U aie eeteyes se tsesetis AA R6 size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused battery can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of battery in a fire 4 Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a nickel cadmium battery Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard PE do
20. REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF NOTES For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode Fade in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse are cancelled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected ACCESS MENU SCREEN automatically after the selected period of time RELEASE ANIMATION MODE EN 3 l Time Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME
21. S COVER Switch cccceseeeseeees CF pg 12 Connectors WO DG UN Jack sssusa CF pg The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector en 4 5 e t is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal VIDEO OUT Connector ccceeeee CF pg RF DC OUT Connector s s s sssssseseses0s CF pg AUDIO OUT Connector ccccceeees CF pg Indicators Power Indicator secisiiseisisim ieie CF pg Tally Lanp serranas CF pg Other Parts Video LIQ iii son tue cunctenseceestelentenadtenseans CF pg HJ Microphone E Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting K Clock Battery Compartment 04 I gt pg Ell Battery Pack Mount ceccseeseeteeeees CF pg EA Shoulder Strap Eyelets 0 IF pg ER Electronic Viewfinder cccccceeeees CF pg AKEE E E A T F pg Eg Tripod Mounting Socket ou CF pg 36 36 36 12 12 11 10 10 11 AD 30MIN gt S LX 8 g REC SP gt gt gt 2 TWILIGHT 2 10 5MIN _ D E 23 4S TAPE END LENS COVER MWB D PAU E J INDEX cont A bo NORM 011 MERRY CHRISTMAS 1 PAMA 22 5
22. al to move the highlight bar to the desired speed and press it twice The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus C pg 27 then zoom in or out in Record mode Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed ZOOM SPEED Pressing the Power Zoom Button fully lightly FAST 1 estes SLOW 4 lowes C when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Viewfinder FEATURE PURPOSE 5Sec Rec mode indicator OPERATION Quick Review To check the end of the last recording 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode m Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal Retake To re record certain segments 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press Recording Start Stop Button to start recording Noise may appear during Retake This is normal 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV progr
23. ammes 1 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC ta 5S appears and 5Sec Rec is reserved 2 Press Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically m To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that tm 5S disappears The Fader lt pg 20 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC LIGHT OFF AUTO ON DANGER m The video light can become extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E t is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION RECORDING Basic Features cont Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim 1 Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch as required ON Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject OFF Turns off the light m The video light can only be used with the camcorde
24. before turning it to AUTO LOCK However if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK Viewfinder gt S LX MAX f NORM After 2 sec E OFF SUPER LOLUX Viewfinder Title display HAPPY BIRTHDAY lt No display HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR FAMILY MOVIE STAR PARTY TIME MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS y The characters you have set using Character Generator pg 22 en2 1 Super LoLux Gain Up Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting MAX NORM OFF To record a subject in a dark lit environ To record a subject in a dimly lit environ SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown to the left Once the desired mode appears it is engaged e The mode s name is displayed for approx 2 seconds then disappears ment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse ment When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them above a pr
25. charge the battery When disharging is complete detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter Charger to store it High temperatures can damage the battery pack so use only where good ventilation is available Don t allow it to discharge in container such as a bag If you stop recharging or discharging part way through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack The CHG indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that s been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHG indicator should blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer To DC IN jack DC cord USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTES When using the car battery leave the engine idling The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can also be used to charge the battery pack When using the optional Car Battery Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet To AC outlet DC OUT terminal Adapter Charger AA V15EG To car s vo
26. corded Even though the Lens Cover is open the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder Wipe them gently with soft cloth This is normal while recording in the LP mode Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode lt pg 8 Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears in the view finder consult your nearest JVC dealer The dioptre needs to be adjusted lt pg 10 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 26 f you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source If you have not performed Date Time Setting pg 7 the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position of the Lens Cover The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly I
27. cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING 4 Rotate the MENU jog dial to make EXIT blink then press it The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 5 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES To erase a character you entered mistakenly make CLEAR blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial then press it All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the blinking cursor to the characters at the bottom row which you want to replace then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight in the top left corner and then press it To display the characters you have set Date Time Character Insert pg 17 or Instant Titles gt pg 21 Characters may be set only in the Record Standby mode EN 23 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears Select Dial WENT a opa SELECT FUNCTION Viewfinder Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar MENU on the desired function gt MENU END e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Focus Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically DATE TIME displayed When the highlight bar reaches the to
28. d cigarette l lighter socket USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab REMOVE BATTERY when replacing Insert a pointed non metallic object between the battery and the compartment and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensure that the plus side is up and insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries MENU m Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO 740 0 RS 2 gt NEXT Menu Screen DATE TIME YEAR 19986 MONTH T DAY 1 TIME 22 50 24 hour indication DATE TIME Setting Menu MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT en Dat
29. e Adjustment M W B The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to M W B then press it SELECT WHITE BALANCE 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the required white balance AUTO sessed Automatic adjustment o FINE n n Outdoors on sunny day Xe CLOUD Outdoors on cloudy day HALOGEN Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB oieee When using a personal White Balance Setting stored in memory see below CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen MWB MWE sets the colour temperature for the subject s light source so you can shoot with natural colours that are unaffected by surroundings even when there are multiple subjects with different colour temperatures PREPARE WHITE OBJECT 7 Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper SELECT MWB 2 Follow step 1 through 3 of the above select MWB MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE 3 Press the MENU Jog D
30. e Time Setting ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME then press it The DATE TIME Setting Menu appears elf you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move highlight bar to EXIT and press it then go to step 6 elf you want to set only the time without changing the date go to step 4 SET DATE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking e Repeat this procedure until you re satisfied with the Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking START CLOCK OPERATION When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
31. e focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer a or amp will blink No indication Focus Menu Screen during 4 recording Manual Focus Screen RECORDING Advanced Features cont Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it 00 exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 5 Select Dial nines MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS DATE TIME TELE MACRO OF eet el Le No indication ZOOM SPEED FAST during PEKT recording Menu Screen EXPOSURE AUTO MANU To darken the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE No indication Exposure Menu Screen during recording Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen 4 reappears and the high
32. eas make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting ar 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 are do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes mae away from heaters or other heat sources er out of direct sunlight m where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration gies where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vr vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT eee open the camcorder s chassis pees disassemble or modify the unit ects short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use eij allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit aes remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on a leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit ees in places subject to excessive humidity or dust a in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove pees in places subject to excessive shock or vibration cae near a television set or near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C
33. ect 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 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 low contrast warning amp appears NOTES Ifthe 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 14 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend ing on the distance between the camcorder and the subject When Tele Macro pg 24 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically en2 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments 7 pg 10 If you haven t do so before continuing ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog
34. ess the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen NOTES The tape remaining time F pg 13 is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected Once you have set the tape length it remains un changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE 7 First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Press SP LP Button for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while LP Long Play is more economical providing twice the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point en D Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE 2 Make sure the label is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached up slack Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette If there is any slack turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that a
35. eviously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left SELECT PRESET TITLE 7 Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END Menu Screen FOC AUTO AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 B AU M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEEDS FASTI gt NEXT FAE gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO 1b om 0 3 gt MENU END et Se lt BACK NEXT gt EXIT CLEAR OL 1KECYOULDVELLLLO lt BACK NEXT gt EXITCLEAR RECORDING Advanced Features cont Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS CHARACTER MENU 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CHARACTER then press it INPUT CHARACTERS 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired character blink then press it The selected character appears at the bottom of the screen Repeat for additional characters max 18 e To select the location of the next character rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make lt BACK or NEXT gt at the bottom of the screen blink then press it repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Rotate the MENU Jog Dial when you are done and the blinking
36. ial to any position except AUTO LOCK 2 Choose a display mode by pressing DATE TIME repeatedly while in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration to the left m You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure lt gt pg 7 If you haven t do so first DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded If you don t want to record the display select the Date off mode before shooting f you want to delete the display during shooting press DATE TIME To recall the display engage the Record Standby mode and press DATE TIME repeatedly until the desired display appears AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing DATE TIME In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mode and disables all other modes S EN i RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later the mode is activated Programme AE With Special Effects a All you have to do to access any of the variety of Viewfinder shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial SELECT MODE 1 Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mar
37. ial until MWB begins blinking MWB blinks while the white balance is being stored in memory then the Menu Screen reappears when memorization is complete CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial 3O0en Recording Start Stop Button Select Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT a gt BACK Neste REC TIME JOFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON CHARACTER JLIP ID_NO 07 DEMO MODE OFF gt MENU END INT TIME INT TIME Menu INT TIME Indicator REC TIME Indicator MENU Jog Dial Menu Screen REC TIME REC TIME Menu INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen RECORDING Advanced Features cont Self Timer You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start Stop Button and the actual start of recording If you secure the camcorder you or whomever is operating the camcorder can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS INT TIME MENU SCREEN 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL TIME 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar t
38. k e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 1 second Then the name disappears and only the indication remains The mode is activated e When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release mode is selected only the mode s name is displayed Then the name disappears and the mode is activated NOTES Only one effect can be engaged at a time The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader C pg 20 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations n the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights e WIDE TITLE e nm S Select Dial Dial Viewfinder symbol indication LOCK alzo Relea Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial Mode si 4S S Ore 5158 S 5 Auto Mode Release Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock Electronic Fog Filter FG FG FOG Electronic Fog Filter Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the image and gives it a
39. light bar is placed on MENU END Exposure CLOSE MENU control Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen level disappears and the exposure control level counter counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted Jo re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from step 1 Manual Exposure Screen NOTES j To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 3 To e AA E the image a To darken the image Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH yy AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen M W B Menu Screen NOTES To switch to automatic white balance adjustment set the M W B in the Menu Screen to AUTO or turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned off and on again or when the Select Dial s position has been changed When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 1 of MWB this unit makes its colour temperature standard for automatic white balance So you can enjoy shooting with different colours For example when adjusting with red blue or yellow colours the image becomes the colour which approximates to green orange or purple respectively It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance pg 36 EN 29 Manual White Balanc
40. llows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder can t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode Turn to take GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 7 Separate the Velcro strip INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Button Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration to the left SELECT MODE 2 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTRE Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA SSS LULU en l 1 Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet C then fold it back and thread it through the keeper and then through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 4 making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left Q then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2 Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND T
41. n accessories and their availability Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice
42. n such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Battery Charger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning Controls C Power Zoom BUON cccccesseseeeeeee CF pg 14 Select Dial scrani CF pg 18 3 Multi Function Control EFFECT BULON iwesicoccrisssrnccsseniotevcsenens CF pg 20 SWIDE DURON ccaccsceesociscaroasnateaceesnssnes CF pg 20 e TITLE BUTON cione postin ecomniveeesneeeccess CF pg 21 s SUPER LOLUX DUON sicvtsccsssenctenness CF pg 21 Y PUSH BUTON sorsien CF pg 9 Recording Mode SP LP Button CF pg 8 DATE TIME Button cccecececceeeeeeeee CF pg 17 COUNTER R M BURON access ednesticars CF pg 34 C 5SEC REC 5 sec recording Button I pg 15 REW BUTON snseecsecceneusinetnc noes CF pg 32 RETAKE R Quick Review Button CF pg 15 9 PLAY PAUSE BUON siseses CF pg 32 PE DUTON sueri I gt pg 32 RE TARE F BOROD scnsscnecestsaecaneretesacias CF pg 15 QD STOP BUON cccccstcececesncsnnserscssoraesneancs CF pg 32 O EJEC FSWite i erresira CF pg 9 3 Function Navigator Dial MENU Jog Dial snccesmessteaneteavedeedenntaas CF pg 7 LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch CF pg 16 5 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch CF pg 4 Dioptre Adjustment cccscceeenees CF pg 10 D Recording Start Stop Button 00 CF pg 12 Power Switch ccccceceseeeececeeeeees CF pg 12 32 LEN
43. ng 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force The displayed remaining time is approximate The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected pg 8 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 whose tape is already at its end is loaded f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations the camcorder s power shuts off automatically Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again f the Recording Start Stop Button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately f you re recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function pg 15 to find the end of the la
44. ning LIN OVE E E a eeacecessiases CF pg 13 2 Interval Timer Recording Time 5Sec Rec Mode Indicator pg 15 30 3 Instant Title Display ascescswiseenavesseravncsns CF pg 21 Date Time Character Display CF pg 17 5 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level maj a gt When the power is almost gone the indicator blinks battery power warning then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares ma does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged FOCUS Indicaties i CF pg 27 D Exposure Control Level Counter CF pg 28 White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 29 Clock Battery Warning Blinks for approx 10 seconds when the power is turned on This display also blinks when the clock lithium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one pg 6 e Tape End Display TAPE END IF pg 13 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning When this indication appears all functions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indication should disappear CAUT
45. not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left push up and remove the cassette NOTES During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape When connecting ig the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables _ _ _ __ provided Wecbecceceeconeedaecy Al To B AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors Antenna To AUDIO VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors NOTES t is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture PLAYBACK Basic Connections There are three basic types of connections When making the connectio
46. ns refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR A Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 7 As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR SUPPLY POWER 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Connection To A TV With A V Input Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its instructions Connection To A TV With NO A V Input Connectors Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional RF V5E RF unit Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection procedure TAPE DUBBING aS Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration to the left connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE 3 Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes PLAY
47. ntenance 1 After Use C Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette 8 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH G Slide BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover 2 Cleaning The Camcorder 1 CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth 2 CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper Q REMOVE EYEPIECE Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 4 CLEAN VIEWFINDER Remove dust using a blower brush RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise 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 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption light on light off Signal system Video recording system Luminance Colour Cassette Tape speed SP LP Recording time max SP LP Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Including viewfinder CAMERA Pick up Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment VHS PAL standard DC 6V 737Z S259 VV O20 VV PAL type FM recording Converted
48. o the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial START DELAYED RECORDING 5 Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins automatically To Cancel Self Timer Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures 5 Set
49. p TELE MACRO OFF i i TAPE LENGTH T30 of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically M W B AUTO displayed ZOOM SEEED REAST e If the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END Menu Screen 1 then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER see respective pages FOCUS F pg 26 27 EXPOSURE pg 28 DATE TIME F pg 7 CHARACTER pg 22 If you select JLIP ID NO press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting e If you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears gt BACK siy REC TIME JOFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON CHARACTER JLIP ID_NO 07 DEMO MODE gt MENU END Menu Screen 2 4 REC TIME Setting Menu ex REC TIME m
50. p mode To turn on again set the Power Switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY Power Switch PLAYBACK Features MENU Jog Dial EN BS Tracking This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on screen during playback Initial setting is Auto Tracking Manual Tracking is also available ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear e To return to Auto Tracking press the MENU Jog Dial AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears NOTES When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders PLAYBACK Features cont FEATURE Still Playback PURPOSE To pause during playback OPERATION f 1 Press PLAY PAUSE during playback 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE again Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE FEATURE Shuttle Search PURPOSE To allow high speed search in either direction OPERATION Forward Search 1 Press FF during playback Reverse Search 1 Press REW during playback Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search This is normal FEATURE Counter Memory Function PURPOSE To make i
51. r s power on m t is recommended to set the white balance I pg 29 to HALOGEN mode 8 when you use the video light m When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power Even if the battery indicator does not blink if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light turned on When the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch is set to AUTO e Depending on the lighting conditions the video light may keep turning on and off In this case manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON switch e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode t pg 19 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode C pg 19 is engaged the light will not activate DATE TIME Displa Select Dial pay Date display Time display Date Time display Date off mode No display A Auto Date Record mode The characters you have set using Character Generator pg 22 Date display Auto Date Record mode Time display AUTO DATE Auto date record mode Auto date record executed Date Time display 25 12 98 22 50 00 FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION en 1 Date Time Character Insert To display the date and time in the viewfinder or on a connected colour monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically 1 Turn the Select D
52. st recording so you don t erase any of it The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Zoom out Zoom indicator bar Power Zoom button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FASTE gt NEXT TRS Menu Screen ZOOM SPEED in the Menu ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu Screen Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Zoom In Press the T of the Power Zoom Button Zoom Out Press W of the Power Zoom Button m Zooming speed is available A total of 4 zoom speeds are available 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed press the button fully for regular speed press it lightly for slow speed while 2 speed levels FAST SLOW can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu 1 Set the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to ZOOM SPEED then press it The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Di
53. t easier to locate a specific tape segment OPERATION 1 Press COUNTER R M and hold for more than 1 second The counter resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press STOP then REW The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so the M disappears PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter EN 35 Compartment door Compact video cassette Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it and install one R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration to the left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically This may take around 10 seconds Do
54. to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen appears and MENU END is highlighted CLOSE MENU 6 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTE To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Character Insert gt pg 17 SP LP Recording Mode Button GETTING STARTED cont Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCU AUTO AUTO 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE _LENGTH T605 M W B AUTO ZOOM S D FAST gt NEXT TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu MENU FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Tape length indicator Recording mode indicator Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears SET TAPE LENGTH Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the correct setting T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes in SP elf you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT CLOSE MENU Pr
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