FujiFilm X-E1 Digital Camera User Manual
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1. Auto Manual Focus Press the MENU Wheel in until MWB begins blinking When the setting is completed MWB stops blinking Once you adjust white balance manually the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed White balance cannot be used when the SEPIA or MONOTONE mode Z pg 24 Digital Effects is activated TITLE Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles ll shows the selected title which remains until OFF is selected TITLE SETUP Adjust the settings for TITLE SIZE When LARGE is selected the title is twice enlarged vertically more than selected NORMAL Even if LARGE is selected NORMAL is automatically changed when you select WIDE mode Z pg 20 SYSTEM MENU When ON is selected the title is scrolled from right to left LANGUAGE Select the language ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE for TITLE To set SIZE SCROLL or LANGUAGE rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired item and press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking SCROLL SYSTEM MENU This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode EP Extended Play is more economical providing three times the recording time If the recording mode is switched during recordi2. Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada SPECIFICATIONS General VHS NTSC standard DC 11 V Using AC Adapter DC 6 V Using battery pack Format Power source Power consumption Viewfinder on 241W Signal system NTSC type Video recording system Luminance FM recording Color Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette MASI cassette Tape speed SP 33 35 mm sec 1 5 16 ips EP 11 12 mm sec 7 16 ips Recording time max SP 40 minutes EP 120 minutes with TC 40 cassette Operating temperature OT to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating humidity 35 to 80 Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Weight Approx 750 g 1 7 lbs Dimensions 108 mm x 117 mm x 199 mm WxHxD 4 5 16 x 4 5 8 x 7 7 8 Pickup 1 6 format CCD Lens F1 6 f 2 7 mm to 43 2 mm 16 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 40 5 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Viewfinder White balance adjustment Auto Manual adjustment Connectors Video 1 V p p 75 Q unbalanced analog output via Video output connector Audio 300 mV rms 1 KQ analog output via Audio output connector AC Adapter Power requirement U S A and Canada AC 120 V 60 Hz Other countries AC 110 V to 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Output DC 11V 1A Optional
3. 6 Close Button ssssssseetes Z pg 8 D Dioptre Adjustment Control Z pg 8 Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here Grip Strap iei tette Z pg 8 Tripod Mounting Socket Z pg 8 BB Tape Remaining Time Z pg 21 Bil Recording Mode Indicator Z pg 20 Wi Backlight Compensation Indicator Z pg 12 B Digital Effect Indicator Z pg 24 Programme AE Indicator Z pg 24 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator Z pg 23 I Tape Length Indicator Z pg 20 B Zoom Indicator Bar Z pg 13 Zoom Level Indicator 5 Approximate Zoom Ratio Bl Recording Indicator I Digital Effect Indicator I Programme AE Indicator lll Fade Wipe Standby Indicator B Picture Stabilizer Indicator Bi Instant Title Display W Date Time Display Bl Focus Indicator ee I Exposure Control Level Counter B White Balance Mode Indicator Bl Record Standby Mode Indicator B C3 Cassette Indicator W
4. be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod Loading Unloading A Cassette 1 Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens Do not use force to open 2 Insert or remove a cassette When inserting make sure the label is facing outward Ca E appears when a cassette is loaded 3 Press the Close button to close the cassette holder until it locks into place 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 cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode or detached from the power source Cassette holder Erase Protection tab CONTROLS CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS Eyepiece Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions During shooting a i Keep the lens i cap attached to i the camcorder a Turn the gear to take up slack Za Erase Viewfinder Indications 7 During Playback gl m 4 at m ited woe a E ues ma Bk m to 1X Blow E ims E E iene CONGRATULATIONS E 25 12 02 11 45 18 Z pg 25 for UEUS ES OZ TOT MENU Wheel sess Z pg 18 TRACKING Wheel 4 Z pg 14 Q 5 Second Recording Bu
5. cap attached to the camcorder Turn the gear to take up slack 7 Erase Viewfinder Indications During During Playback t t MELLE 12 7 estee 6 feo SP gt Mm C a a TBC 1 23 45 E Dy AT SIWI LTGRT drr ai Eg ms m ao PAUS 1X Eemi sE 8 Il 3 CONGRATULATIONS BI 3 25 12 02 11 45 18 Z pg 25 for EUA MU IT HIER MENU SETTINGS 1 Set the Power Switch to m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired function To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU rotate the MENU Wheel to select gt TO SYSTEM MENU and press it SYSTEM MENU is composed of 2 pages To go to the next page rotate the MENU Wheel to select P NEXT and press it To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of SYSTEM MENU rotate the MENU Wheel to select gt TO CAMERA MENU and press it CAMERA MENU gt TO SYSTEM MENU EXPOSURE AUTO STABILIZER ON M W B AUTO TITLE HAP B TITLE SETUP P RETURN 3 Press the MENU Wheel in to display the Setting Menu and rotate it to select the desired setting 4 Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on gt RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in The normal screen reappears CAMERA MENU EXPOSURE Manual exposure adjustm
6. Accessories Battery Packs BN V12U BN V20U BN V400U A V Audio Video Cable Compact VHS MiS s Cassettes TC 40 30 20 Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on 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
7. TBC Indicator Bl Tape Countries unas Bil Recording Mode Indicator SP EP I Tape Running Indicator gt Playback gt gt Fast Forward Shuttle Search 4 Rewind Shuttle Search il Pause B Tracking Indicator sssssss Z pg 14 RECORDING Set REC MODE TAPE LENGTH and DATE TIME in SYSTEM MENU Z pg 18 22 MENU SETTINGS 1 Remove the lens cap Set the Power Switch QD to EY or m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch The camcorder enters the Record Standby mode and PAUSE lll is displayed 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button BES Bl appears while recording is in progress To stop recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode PLAYBACK 1 Load a tape Z pg 8 Loading Unloading A Cassette 2 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch To start playback press M D To stop playback temporarily Still Playback press I D To stop playback press IM D Press lt 4 to rewind or gt gt to fast forward the tape High speed picture search Shuttle Search is possible by pressing lt lt or gt gt during playback holding lt lt or gt gt D down during playback continues search until released To resume normal playback press II D For VIDEO RECORDING
8. VIDEO PLAYBACK The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in the Record Standby or Stop mode To turn on again set the Power Switch to OFF then to EY m or PLAY The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder or on a connected TV Z pg 15 Connections To A TV VCR To remove the indications Z pg 20 21 DISPLAY or OSD OUTPUT in SYSTEM MENU BASIC FEATURES 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programmes 1 Make sure the recording mode is set to SP 2 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC fm 5S Il appears and 5Sec Rec is reserved 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode automatically 4 To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that t 5S ll disappears Fade Wipe Z pg 23 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC Backlight Compensation To quickly increase the brightness of the subject relative to the background 1 Press BACK LIGHT during recording E4 is displayed and the subject is brightened 2 To cancel Backlight Compensation press BACK LIGHT again ES disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level Backlight Compensation functions in both recording modes E or w Us
9. WIPE repeatedly until the desired mode appears 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in out or wipe in out To cancel a fade or wipe press FADE WIPE repeatedly until OFF appears Bd FADER Fades in out to a black screen MOSAIC Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern Ex SHUTTER Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre K SLIDE Wipe A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left 9 DOOR Wipe Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right revealing the scene or wipes out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene J CORNER Wipe Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner revealing the scene or wipes out from lower left to upper right leaving a black screen LJ WINDOW Wipe Wipes in on a black screen from the centre of the screen towards the corners revealing the scene or wipe out from the corners to the centre leaving a black screen 4 Programme AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to m whi
10. BATTERY Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack by performing the following steps storing it for a long period of time otherwise the battery performance will be reduced 1 Attach the battery to the camcorder with no cassette inserted 2 Set the Power Switch to EY or m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the Switch During charging or discharging the camcorder cannot be operated Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period the CHARGE lamp may not light Remove the battery pack from the camcorder then try charging again If a fully charged battery s operation time remains extremely short the battery is worn out Please purchase a new one Perform charging where the temperature is between 10 C and 35 C 50 F and 95 F 20 C to 25 C 68 F to 77 F is the ideal temperature range for charging If the environment is too cold charging may be incomplete e Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas The following operation stops charging or discharging e Set the Power Switch to PLAY F3 or m Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder e Unplug the AC A
11. INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH LYT1081 001A COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER JVC GR AX780 Compact VHS VHS H Printed in Malaysia 0103 DY YL PJ U O COPYRIGHTO 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read PRECAUTIONS Z pg 3 4 to ensure safe use of this product AUTOMATIC DEM ONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset Available when the Power Switch is set to EY or m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off To cancel Automatic Demonstration set the Power Switch to m and press the MENU Wheel in while the demo is in progress This takes you directly to the demo mode s Setting Menu so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen Rotate the MENU Wheel to select OFF and press it NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available e If you do not detach the Lens Cap you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the viewf
12. ONS When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit s AC Adapter to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter called a Siemens Plug as shown For this AC plug adapter consult your nearest JVC dealer Plug adapter If there is dust or dirt on the AC Adapter wipe it clean before using General Battery Precautions If the cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly the batteries are exhausted Replace them with fresh ones Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused the batteries can leak or explode 1 When replacing batteries read the cassette adapter C P6U C P7U instructions 2 Do not use any different size of batteries from those specified 3 Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction 4 Do not use rechargeable batteries 5 Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode 6 Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire 7 Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The battery packs are nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries Before using the supplied battery pack or an opt
13. STEM MENU before performing the INT TIME Time Lapse function Select the desired interval time and press the Recording Start Stop Button Fade or wipe in out cannot be performed This function is cancelled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected To use this function it is recommended that SCROLL in TITLE SETUP Z pg 18 19 be set to OFF TELE MACRO When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm 23 5 8 Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus DEMO MODE Demonstrates certain functions automatically Available when the Power Switch is set to BN or M and DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporar ily Set to OFF to stop completely When a tape whose erase protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available e If you do not detach the Lens Cap you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demon stration activated on the viewfinder DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time Z pg 7 ADVANCED FEATURES Fade Wipe Effects Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording end 1 Set the Power Switch to m while pressing down the Lock Button D located on the switch 2 Press FADE
14. andby nininini n een bit Charge Marker DE Red Filter Effect 2 Charging The Battery Pack Retake Clean The Camcorder Rewind The Tape Connection To a VCR TV ve S SOLUTION uidit sposi atri Sepia Mode ieri th nes D Shoulder Strap Attachment m Date Time Display sseseee Solarization Effect eessesssssss Date Time Settings ine SpecifiCatioris tice get Demonstration Mode Sports Mode a Digital Effects netten Stil Playback 13 irent ees Digital ZOOM ihe tec iaiia Stretch Effect cett Lt oco ntes Diopter Adjustment cccccccsessesseseeseeseesesteseeseeeeees Super LoLux S LX see E Electronic Fog Filter Mode ssssss pg 24 Tape Counter sss pg 14 Erase Protection deter pg 8 Tape Dubbing ssss e pg 15 Exposure Control ssssseeeeee pg 18 Tape Length Setting sse pg 20 F Tele Macro p c TIME Base COrrectOr aeaa a i pg 14 Fade IMOut inn a n UE pg 23 Time Lapse Shooting ean pg 21 Fast Forward Tape pg 11 Tracking y 5 Second Recording Mode usss pg 12 Tripod Mounting N G Twilight Mode sccssseessseesssecsssecsssesssecsseesstesesseesseeess Grip Adjustment aah eid pg 8 U H Unload A Tapa Visning pg 8 High Sp
15. creen reappears with the highlight bar on P RETURN 7 Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen To display the date and time in the camcorder s display and on a connected TV see DATE TIME DISP Z pg 20 in SYSTEM MENU The date time cannot be stored in memory if the built in clock battery runs out Consult an authorised JVC dealer for replacement or set the date time as necessary before you start shooting 12 hour indication with AM or PM Grip Adjustment 1 Separate the Velcro strip 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip 3 Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever Refasten the Velcro strip Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power Switch to EY or m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused E JSPAUSES Shoulder Strap Attachment Thread the strap through the eyelet B then fold it back and thread it through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet B making sure the strap is not twisted Adjust the length Tripod Mounting Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the tripod mounting socket Then tighten the screw CAUTION When using a tripod
16. dapter s power cord from the AC outlet Detach the battery from the camcorder Using the optional AA V15 AC Power Adapter Charger you can charge the BN V11U V12U V20U V400U battery pack without the camcorder However it cannot be used as an AC adapter To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Adapter near a radio Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time Date Time Settings 1 Set the Power Switch to m while pressing down the Lock Button D located on the switch 2 Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears 3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU Rotate the MENU Wheel to select NEXT and press it to display the next page 4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select DATE TIME and press it The DATE TIME Menu appears 5 To set YEAR MONTH DAY or TIME hour minute rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired item and press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking 6 When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Wheel to select gt EXIT and press it The Menu S
17. e BN V11U approx 1 hr 40 min BN V12U optional approx 1 hr 40 min BN V20U optional approx 2 hrs 40 min BN V400U optional approx 5 hrs 10 min Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Approximate recording time unit min Battery pack Viewfinder on BN V11U 90 BN V12U 90 optional BN V20U optional BN V400U optional USING AC POWER Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder Z step 2 and 3 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V 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 REFRESH Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before recharging otherwise the battery performance will be reduced 1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 2 Press REFRESH D for over 2 seconds The POWER lamp blinks to indicate discharging has started 3 When discharging is finished charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp D blinks EA Charge marker helps you remember whether the battery pack has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged STORE
18. e at the very beginning of a tape set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds so that the tape runs smoothly Using the Fade in function at this point is a qgod way to begin an animated programme Z pg 21 REC TIME INT TIME in SYSTEM MENU The tape is running but there is no playback picture The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO Warning Indications Playback picture is blurred or interrupted The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The tape stops during fast forward or rewind The Counter Memory Function has been activated Z pg 14 Counter Memory The date and time displays disappear If 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 The tape will not eject The battery pack is running low 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 then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning wa high x I 9 1 exhausted Displays the battery remaining power level A
19. e this with WIDE in SYSTEM MENU for a classic look B W MONOTONE Like black and white films your footage is shot in B W Combine this with WIDE in SYSTEM MENU for a classic look CP B FILTER Recorded scenes have a bluish tint CE R FILTER Recorded scenes have a reddish tint SOLARI The picture is recorded with an effect similar to a painting 3343 NEGA POSI The colours of a picture are reversed amp MOSAIC Turns recorded scenes into a mosaic pattern STRETCH Doubles the width of the picture horizontally TROUBLESHOOTING Before consulting your JVC dealer please check the following to see if you can correct the problem yourself Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the back ground and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the viewfinder Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder Coloured bright spots appear all over the viewfinder The viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly in 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 96 Animation or Time Lapse is not available Before recording in the Animation mod
20. eed Shutter Mode sesssss pg 24 V l Viewfinder Adjustment sssseeeee Instant Titles 2 2404 ote rone pg 19 Viewfinder Indications sss L WwW koad A Tape orana e oe pg 8 White Balance Adjustment M Wide Mode E Manual FOCUS ee e her pg 12 URDU sie age arena sie sie Menu Screen pg 18 22 Z Monotone Effect eeeeeeeesseeeeeen pg 24 ZOOming iu cac e crt t Meat pg 13 Mosaic Effet nce ettet pee pg 24 N ND Effect Mode essssssseeeeeeeenenernes pg 24 Nega Posi Mod tte pg 24 GETTING STARTED Hook on To DC IN connector 6 AC Adapter To AC outlet CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1 Hook the end of the battery pack to the camcorder and push the battery in until it locks in place lf the battery pack is attached in the wrong position a malfunction may occur 2 Set the Power Switch to OFF while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch Connect the AC Adapter to the DC IN connector O 3 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet The CHARGE lamp D blinks to indicate charging has started 4 When the CHARGE lamp D stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder To Detach The Battery Pack Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack Battery pack Charging tim
21. ent is recommended in the following situations When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing When the background is overly dark or the subject light 1 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select MANUAL then press it 2 To brighten the image rotate the MENU Wheel Q downward To darken the image rotate the MENU Wheel Q upward The exposure control level increases decreases maximum x06 STABILIZER The Picture Stabilizer compensates for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification ON The Picture Stabilizer is activated C Bl appears OFF The Picture Stabilizer is disactivated O Bl disappears Accurate stabilization may not be possible in certain conditions including excessive hand shake 9 Bl appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used M W B If the white balance is correct all other colours will be accurately reproduced AUTO White balance is adjusted automatically FINE Outdoors on a sunny day xe CLOUD Outdoors on a cloudy day HALOGEN A video light or similar type of lighting is used MWB White balance is set manually 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 If it is difficult to focus on the white paper adjust focus manually Z pg 12
22. ficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation 10 cm 3 15 16 or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation holes If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions 10 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table 2 Keep these Tee specified bytha manufac 3 Heed all warnings turer or sold with the LA 4 Follow all instructions apparatus When a cart is used use caution when 5 Do not use this apparatus near water moving the cart apparatus combination to 6 Clean only with dry cloth avoid injury from tip over 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install 11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning in accordance w
23. he Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable the counter memory function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so that M disappears Connections To A TV VCR 1 Make sure all units are turned off 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR using the optional video and audio cables If using both TV and VCR connect the VCR output to the TV input 3 Turn on all units Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Use the AC Adapter as the power supply Be sure to adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on lf 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 White to Audio Yellow to Video Output Connector cover AN cable optional White to Audio Input amp Dum Yellow to Video Input Tape Dubbing 1 Connect the camcorder and the VCR Z Connections To A TV VCR Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes 2 Press M D to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is reached
24. he date time appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor set DATE TIME in SYSTEM MENU first Z pg 7 The selected display will be recorded If you do not want to record the display select OFF before shooting e In the AUTO DATE mode the camcorder records the date for about 5 seconds when recording is initiated after the date is changed a cassette is loaded or AUTO DATE is selected The date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded OSD OUTPUT ON On screen indications are displayed OFF On screen indications are turned off except Date Time Instant Title and Warning Indication REC TIME You can shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief selected period of time Animation REC MODE should be set to SP Select the desired recording time and press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject Fade or wipe in out cannot be performed This function is cancelled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected To use this function it is recommended that SCROLL in TITLE SETUP Z pg 18 19 be set to OFF INT TIME 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 Time Lapse REC MODE should be set to SP Please note that it is necessary to set the REC TIME Animation in the SY
25. ication disappears When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT Bl appears Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders TBC Time Base Corrector Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes To activate release the TBC mode press TBC during playback for more than 1 second When the TBC mode is activated TBC ll is displayed The TBC indicator ll turns green grey with a camcorder equipped with a black white view finder while TBC is working and white while TBC is not operative TBC does not work during Still Playback and Shuttle Search Z pg 11 It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is activated or deactivated at the edit in out points or when normal playback resumes after Still Playback or Shuttle Search Z pg 11 lf the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on turn off TBC Counter Memory Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment 1 Press COUNTER R M and hold for more than 1 second The counter Bl resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press I D then lt lt The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press M D to start playback The counter memory functions in t
26. inder PROVIDED ACCESSORIES AC Adapter Cassette Adapter Battery Pack AP V13U or AP V10U C P7U BN V11U AA R6 Battery Lens Cap Shoulder Strap for Cassette Adapter NOTE In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter If a cable has only one core filter the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental co
27. ing BACK LIGHT may make the subject too bright resulting in a washed out or white image BACK LIGHT cannot be used when the manual Exposure Control mode Z pg 18 is engaged Auto Manual Focus If correct focus cannot be obtained with Auto Focus use Manual Focus 1 Set the Power Switch to m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Press MJ FOCUS 4 appears 3 To focus on a distant subject rotate the MENU Wheel upward 4 appears and blinks To focus on a close subject rotate the MENU Wheel downward gt appears and blinks 4 To cancel the Manual Focus press M FOCUS 42 disappears and the Auto Focus is applied When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer sk or amp will blink Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital Zoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T to zoom in or W to zoom out e The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever the quicker the zoom action Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus Z pg 12 Auto Manual Focus then zoom in or out in Record mode The zoom level indicator Bll amp moves during zoom Once the zoom level india
28. ional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging 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 Terminals 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 e It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications Charging 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F Operation 0 to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage 10 C to 30 C 14 F to 86 F Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C 68 F The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the f
29. ith the storms or when unused for long periods of manufacturer s instructions time 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as 12 Refer all servicing to qualified service radiators heat registers stoves or other personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus including amplifiers that produce apparatus has been damaged in any way heat such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the appara tus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 9 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer INDEX A P AG Adapter en niit occi eod pg 6 Picture Stabilizer erii Animation Recording sesssesssss pg 21 Playback iiio aet cie Auto Date Record x Program AE with Special Effects s AutoFOC S teet He orses eenas Provided Accessories sssssssssss Auto ShU t Off orientieren pg 11 Q B Quick Review eeseseeeeeeeeennene pg 13 Backlight Compensation suse pg 12 R Battery Pack Recording Advanced Features pg 23 24 Blue Filter Effect creo eode pg 24 Recording Start Stop C Recording Mode eet ch nete ttes Cassette Adapter sss 3 Record St
30. le pressing down the Lock Button D located on the switch 2 Press P AE D repeatedly until the desired mode appears To cancel the effect press P AE D repeatedly until OFF appears Only one mode can be engaged at a time In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture colour may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights amp SPORTS High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action ND 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 FG FOG Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the image and gives it a fantasy look TWILIGHT Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic In this mode the Auto Focus Z pg 12 and S LX Z pg 20 may not work 2 S1 2000 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter Captures faster action than Sports mode The screen becomes slightly dark Use in well lit situations Digital Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to m while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode appears To cancel the effect press DIGIFECT B repeat edly until OFF appears d SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos Combin
31. ng the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point D ZOOM Zooming is possible from 16X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 50X or 600X digital magnification When set to OFF only optical zoom maximum 16x magnification can function S LX MAX To record a subject in a darkly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORMAL To record a subject in a dimly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment WIDE When set to ON black bars will be recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect While the WIDE mode is engaged LARGE in the TITLE SETUP SIZE Z pg 19 CAMERA MENU cannot be selected TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used T20 20 minutes T30 30 minutes T35 35 minutes T40 40 minutes Tape remaining time ll is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected DISPLAY FULL Makes all of the indications appear on the viewfinder during playback or recording SIMPLE Makes the following indications disappear from the viewfinder during recording or playback O3 tape remaining time tape length Z pg 9 17 DATE TIME DISP Makes t
32. nsiderations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance lt http www eiae org gt VIS rc CAUTIONS e This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type color television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere e Use the JVC BN V11U V12U V20U V400U 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 The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides ATTENTION The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery The battery is recycla ble At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal Cassettes marked MASIH can be used with this camcorder When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf make sure that it has suf
33. ollowing cautions 1 During use make sure the cassette bears the VHS C 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 2 Store cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock
34. 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 104 F extremely low under 0 C or 32 F temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C 122 P in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater in dusty places such as a beach 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects Subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transpor tation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip swing 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
35. press I D again 3 Press I D and engage the VCR s Record mode 4 Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press M D Repeat steps 2 through 4 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished Using The Cassette Adapter Use this to play back an VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR 1 Slide the battery cover up to remove it install one AA R6 size battery then reattach the cover 2 Slide the latch to open the compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door 3 Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back 4 Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically This may take around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole and push up and remove the cassette 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 Sliding Latch D Compartment Door ee 2 2 e Recording e Safety Hole e ALA Hole LL Battery Cover Reels INSTRUCTIONS Eyepiece Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions During UM a Keep the lens
36. s the battery power comes close to nil the battery indicator blinks battery power warning When the battery power is exhausted power turns off automatically L2 Blinks when no cassette is loaded or when the erase protection tab is not in the position that allows recording TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording playback or fast forward LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached 4 CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs In this case all functions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Remove the tape turn the unit off without removing the power supply wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear and turn it on again HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads during recording In this case use an optional cleaning cassette If the warning remains after cleaning consult your nearest JVC dealer E01 E06 UNIT INSAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY The error indications E01 E06 show what type of malfunction has occured If an error indication and warning appear turn the unit off remove the power supply battery etc and wait a few minutes for them to clear When it does you can resume using the camcorder If the indication remains consult your nearest JVC dealer CAUTI
37. 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 For Your Maintenance 1 After Use D Set the Power Switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette 3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing the Close button 4 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack Attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder s lens 2 Cleaning The Camcorder D Wipe gently the exterior with a soft cloth Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt then wipe again with a dry cloth 2 Blow the lens with a blower brush then wipe it gently with lens cleaning paper 3 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 4 Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower brush Re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mould may form if the lens is left dirty When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions that came with it When removing the eyepiece be sure to hold the viewfinder securely This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003
38. tor reaches the top all magnification from that point is through digital processing When using Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM Z pg 20 to OFF in SYSTEM MENU Quick Review To check the end of the last recording 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press lt lt and release quickly Tape is rewound for approx 1 second and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at the 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 and hold either RETAKE D or to reach the start point for new recording Pressing gt gt D forwards the tape and pressing lt lt reverses it 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake This is normal Tracking Eliminates noise bars that appear on screen during playback To activate Manual Tracking 1 Press the TRACKING Wheel for approx 2 seconds MT fll appears 2 Rotate the TRACKING Wheel so that the noise bars disappear To return to Auto Tracking press the TRACKING Wheel for approx 2 seconds or set the Power Switch to OFF and then PLAY again AT Bl blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the ind
39. tton 5 SEC BEC ate ete ee Z pg 12 Power Zoom Lever T W Z pg 13 Q Manual Focus Button M FOCUS Z pg 12 Time Base Corrector Button TBC Z pg 14 Q Audio Output Connector A Q Video Output Connector V Battery Release Switch BATTERY RELEASE Q DC IN Connector ee Recording Start Stop Button O Lock Button sse Power Switch PLAY OFF EX w Z pg 11 B POWER Lamp sss Z pg 6 B Digital Effect Button DIGIFECT Z pg 24 D Programme AE Button P AE sz pg 24 p Play Pause Button sssssssss Z pg 11 D Retake Forward Button RETAKE F Z pg 13 Fast Forward Button F D EJECT Swilchi sitate D CHARGE Lamp sse D REFRESH Button eee Fade Wipe Button FADE WIPE Counter Reset Memory Button COUNTER R M een Retake Rewind Button RETAKE R Z pg 13 e Quick Review Button amp R Z pg 13 e Rewind Button R 11 Stop Button STOP 11 Backlight Compensation Button BACK LIGHT ccsccscescssesestesceseeseenees Z pg 12 Shoulder Strap Eyelets Z pg 8 Battery Pack Mount c ccscescesessesteseeseeees Z pg
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