JVC GR DVL166EK User Manual LYT0998 001A

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CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

7 – 13

RECORDING & PLAYBACK

14 – 22

RECORDING ................................ 15 – 18

PLAYBACK .................................. 19 – 22

ADVANCED FEATURES

23 – 50

FOR RECORDING .......................... 24 – 31

USING MENUS FOR

DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ............. 32 – 37

DUBBING .................................... 38 – 39

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT .......................... 40 – 49

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........................ 50

REFERENCES

51 –

Back Cover

DETAILS ............................................ 52

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................... 53 – 56

USER MAINTENANCE ........................... 57

CAUTIONS ................................... 58 – 59

SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 60 – 61

INDEX ........................................ 62 – 66

TERMS ........................ 67 –

Back Cover

LYT0998-001A

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INSTRUCTIONS

GR-DVL166

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

Using This Instruction Manual

• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.

• Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

• Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

..... refer to the Index (墌 pgs. 62 – 66) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use

of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 58 through 59 before use.

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.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and

precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTIONS:

●To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel.

●When you are not using the AC Adapter for a

long period of time, it is recommended that you

disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

Connection to the mains supply in the United

Kingdom.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this

equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power

points in your home or the cable is too short to

reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate

safety approved extension lead or consult your

dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an

identical approved type, as originally fitted,

and to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to

remove the fuse and dispose of the plug

immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by

inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains

plug then follow the instructions given below:

DO NOT make any connection to the Larger

Terminal coded E or Green.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

If these colours do not correspond with the

terminal identifications of your plug, connect as

follows:

Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or

coloured black.

Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured

Red.

If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black

Brown to L (Live) or Red CAUTION:

To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit,

first firmly insert the small end of the power

cord into the AC

Adapter until it is no

longer wobbly, and

then plug the larger

end of the power cord

into an AC outlet.

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides

to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws

governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,

potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

CAUTIONS:

●This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for

playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder

playback are possible anywhere.

●Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the

camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate

conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any

electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections

between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in

any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for

unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make

sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or

handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of

road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will

cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

—NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this

could result in a fatal electrical shock;

—NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the

malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.

When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the

camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.

Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as

they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not

recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

䡲This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked

“ ” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .

.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without

proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or

exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission before-

hand.)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

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.

Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to

RCA plug)

Shoulder Strap

Battery Pack

BN-V408U

AC Adapter AP-V10EG or

AP-V12EG Lens Cap

(See below for

attachment)

Power Cord

Cable Adapter

How To Attach The Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

NOTE:

To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

Core Filter x 2

(for optional S-Video and

Editing cable 墌 pg. 6 for

attachment)

1 2 3

CD-ROM

PC Connection Cable

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO

MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

䡲Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for

about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

” or

“

MANUAL

” and no cassette is in the camcorder.

䡲Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the

demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more

than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.

䡲“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is

turned off.

䡲To cancel Automatic Demonstration:

1. Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch and press the MENU/

BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

2. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ SYSTEM”

and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.

3. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “DEMO MODE”

and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

4. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “OFF” and press it.

5. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ RETURN”,

and press it twice. The normal screen appears.

NOTE:

If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the

Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

MODEDEMO –ON

OFF

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Sub Menu

Lock Button

Power Switch

How To Attach The Core Filter

Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with your model 墌 pg. 5) to an optional cable(s). The Core Filter

reduces interference.

Release the

stoppers on both

ends of the Core

Filter.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx.

3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter.

Wind the cable once around the outside of the Core Filter

as shown in the illustration.

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

Close the Core Filter until it

clicks shut.

3 cm

Stopper

䡲When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

Wind once

GETTING STARTED

CONTENTS

Power.................................................. 8 – 9

Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10

Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. 10

Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 10

Tripod Mounting .......................................... 10

Date/Time Settings...................................... 11

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 12

Recording Mode Setting ................................. 13

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U (optional)

BN-V428U (optional)

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 3 hrs.

approx. 5 hrs.

Power

This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets

you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do

not use provided power supply units with other

equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

1Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on

the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery

pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then

slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3.

2Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder 4, then connect the Power

Cord to the AC Adapter 5.

3Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet 6.

The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate charging has started.

4When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays

lit, charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from

the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the

camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

..... Press BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery

pack.

NOTES:

●If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,

remove it first.

●During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.

●Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is

used.

●When charging the battery pack for the first time or

after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp may not

light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the

camcorder, then try charging again.

●If the battery operation time remains extremely short

even after having been fully charged, the battery is

worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a

new one.

●Using the optional AA-V40EK AC Power Adapter/

Charger, you can charge the BN-V408U/V416U/V428U

battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot

be used as an AC adapter.

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

To AC outlet

Battery pack

AC Adapter

CHARGE Lamp

To DC

connector

BATT. RELEASE Button

Power Switch

For other notes, 墌 pg. 52

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.

NOTES:

●Recording time is reduced significantly under the

following conditions:

•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged

repeatedly.

•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

•The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

●Before extended use, it is recommended that you

prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the

planned shooting time.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY

PACK” (墌 pg. 8).

Approximate recording time

( ) : when the video light is on

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the

illustration).

NOTES:

●The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage

selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●For other notes, 墌 pg. 52.

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U

(optional)

BN-V428U

(optional)

BN-V840U

(optional)

BN-V856U

(optional)

LCD monitor on

1 hr.

(35 min.)

2 hrs.

(1 hr. 10 min.)

3 hrs. 30 min.

(2 hrs.)

5 hrs.

(2 hrs. 50 min.)

7 hrs.

(4 hrs.)

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 15 min.

(40 min.)

2 hrs. 30 min.

(1 hr. 20 min.)

4 hrs. 20 min.

(2 hrs. 20 min.)

6 hrs. 10 min.

(3 hrs. 20 min.)

8 hrs. 40 min.

(4 hrs. 40 min.)

INFORMATION

The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:

VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger

VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger

Read the kit's instruction manual before using.

Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U

battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart,

or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may

cause a fire or explosion.

WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals

to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a

short circuit and possibly start a fire.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large

power capacity. However, when one is exposed to

cold temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time

becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this

happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or

other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-

attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack

itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.

(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery

pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

To DC connector

To AC outlet

AC Adapter

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Grip Adjustment

1Separate the Velcro strip.

2Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp

the grip.

3Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to

easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and

Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to

fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.

Viewfinder Adjustment

1Set the Power Switch to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”

while pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

2Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

1Make sure the battery pack is removed. Following

the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet 1,

then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2.

Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the

strap to the other eyelet 3 located under the Grip

Strap . Confirm the strap is not twisted.

Tripod Mounting

CAUTION

When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its

legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to

use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to

the unit by falling over.

1To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the

direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and

stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw

clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

PAUSE

Dioptre

Adjustment Control

Power Switch

Recording

Start/Stop button

Power

Zoom Lever

Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times,

but its display can be turned on or off during playback

(墌 pg. 36, 37).

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch. The

power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to access the

Menu Screen.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ DISPLAY”. Press it and the DISPLAY Menu

appears.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“CLOCK ADJ.”. Press it and “day” is highlighted.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to input the day.

Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and

minute.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen

closes.

NOTE:

Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not

highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to

operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/

time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish

setting the minute and press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel

in, the date and time begin operation from the date and

time you just set.

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Display

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Switch

Lock Button

DISPLAY Menu

Power Lamp

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or

eject a cassette.

1Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of

the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open

until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

•Do not touch internal components.

2Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE”

to close the cassette holder.

•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes

automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before

closing the cassette holder cover.

•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be

able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply

force. Replace the battery with a fully charged one

before continuing.

3Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it

locks into place.

Tape Recording mode

SP LP

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.

60 min. 60 min. 90 min.

80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Approximate recording time

* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .

....

slide the erase protection tab on the back of the

tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the

tape from being recorded over. To record on this

tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading it.

Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH

HERE” to close the cassette holder; touching other

parts may cause your finger to get caught in the

cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage.

NOTES:

●It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.

●If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the

cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.

●If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later,

insert it again.

●When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the

cassette holder cover.

●Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.

●Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed

with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or

unloading.

●When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a

previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not.

See page 18 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

●Loosen the Grip Strap if it appears to interfere with the cassette holder cover operation (墌 pg. 10).

OPEN/EJECT

Switch

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder cover

Make sure the

window side is

facing out.

Erase protection tab*

Cassette holder

Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your

preference.

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch. The

power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ CAMERA” and press it. The CAMERA Menu

appears.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “REC

MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select

“SP” or “LP” by rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel

and press it. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to

select “ RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu

Screen closes.

•Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 48) and Insert Editing

(墌 pg. 49) are possible on tapes recorded in the

SP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

●If the recording mode is switched during recording, the

playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

●It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode

on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.

●During playback of a tape recorded on another

camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be

momentary pauses in the sound.

SPREC MODE –LP

Display

Menu Screen

Sub Menu

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Switch

Lock Button

Power Lamp

RECORDING

PLAYBACK

CONTENTS

RECORDING ................................. 15 – 18

Basic Recording ..................................... 15

Journalistic Shooting ............................... 16

Self-Recording ...................................... 16

Operation Mode .................................... 16

Zooming ............................................ 17

Video Light ......................................... 17

Time Code ........................................... 18

PLAYBACK ................................... 19 – 22

Normal Playback ................................... 19

Still Playback ....................................... 19

Shuttle Search ...................................... 19

Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................ 19

Connections .................................. 20 – 21

Blank Search ........................................ 22

RECORDING & PLAYBACK

RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures

listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

●Power (墌 pg. 8)

●Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 10)

●Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 10)

●Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 12)

●Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 13)

1Remove the lens cap.

2Set the Power Switch to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”

while pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure

the LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/

downward for best viewability.

Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the

LCD monitor.

•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the

Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ”

appears while recording is in progress.

To Stop Recording . . .

..... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The

camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display . . .

..... rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel until the bright

level indicator on the display moves and the

appropriate brightness is reached.

NOTES:

●If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes,

the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn

the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to

“OFF”, then back to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

●The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD

monitor and the viewfinder. It will appear in the

viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position,

and it will appear on the LCD monitor when fully

extended.

●When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes

on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may

occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to

“Recording from the middle of a tape” (墌 pg. 18).

●To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 32,

34.

min

BR I GHT

90 min 89 min 3 min

2 min

1 min0 min

min

180°90°

Power lamp

Tally lamp

(lights while

recording is

in progress)

Lock Button

Recording Start/Stop Button

Tape remaining time

indicator (Approximate)

(Now calculating)

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

Display

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Switch

PUSH OPEN Button

During

shooting

For other notes, 墌 pg. 52

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may

provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in

the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the

most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90°

downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image

in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it

upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the

lens toward yourself and start recording.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to

your preference using the Power Switch.

To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to

any operation mode except “OFF”while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Power Switch Position

MANUAL

Allows you to set various recording functions using

the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than

Full Auto recording, try this mode.

AUTO

(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or

manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

•Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the

tape to a computer.

MANUAL

AUTO

PLAY

OFF

Power Switch

Lock Button

When the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

”, “ ” appears.

When set to “

MANUAL

” or “PLAY”, there is no indication.

Power lamp

Self-

Recording

RECORDING

(cont.)

FEATURE:

Zooming

PURPOSE:

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instanta-

neous change in image magnification.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

䡲The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

NOTES:

●Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In

this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,

lock the focus by using the manual focus

(墌 pg. 29), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●Zooming is possible to a maximum of 500X, or it

can be switched to 10X magnification using the

optical zoom (墌 pg. 33).

●Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through

Digital image processing, and is therefore called

Digital Zoom.

●During Digital zoom, the quality of image may

suffer.

●Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the

subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is

set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in

the Menu Screen on page 34.

FEATURE:

Video Light

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too

dim.

OPERATION:

Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:

OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on

the subject.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the

camcorder is turned on.

䡲The video light can only be used with the

camcorder’s power on.

䡲It is recommended to set the white balance

(墌 pg. 31) to when you use the video light.

䡲When not using the video light, turn it off to save

battery power.

NOTES:

●Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink due

to low battery charge, 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 LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:

•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 LIGHT

OFF/AUTO/ON.

•While the “SHUTTER” or “SPORTS” mode

(墌 pg. 25) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the “TWILIGHT” mode (墌 pg. 25) is

engaged, the light will not activate.

•While the “Night-Scope” mode (墌 pg. 24) is

engaged, the light will not activate.

01x

02x

04x

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Power Zoom Lever

Zoom display

Approximate zoom ratio

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical)

zoom zone

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

(Open the LCD monitor to

access this switch.)

DANGER

䡲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.

䡲Do not place the camcorder into the

carrying case immediately after using the video light,

since it remains extremely hot for some time.

䡲When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

between the video light and people or objects.

䡲Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

䡲Do not place the camcorder in a cabinet or box while

the video light is in operation.

䡲When using the video light, if you wish to install the

camcorder in a fixed position, attach it to a tripod, etc.

Do not affix it directly to a surface such as a table top.

䡲It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC

dealer for replacing the video light.

Time Code

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded

scene on the tape during playback.

If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”

(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code

continues from the last time code number.

To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌 pg. 43 – 47), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank

portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time

code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes

as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A

Tape” below in the following cases;

•When shooting again after playing back a

recorded tape.

•When power shuts off during shooting.

•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during

shooting.

•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

•When shooting on a blank portion located

partway through the tape.

•When shooting again after shooting a scene

then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 22) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,

then engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 19).

2. Set the Power Switch to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch,

then start recording.

NOTES:

●The time code cannot be reset.

●During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.

●The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” (墌 pg. 35, 36).

Shooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Time code

05:43:21 Time code

00:00:00

Tape

Time code

00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

Frames

(25 frames = 1 second)

Seconds

Minutes

Frames are not displayed

during recording.

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Proper recording

Time code

00:00:00 Time code

05:43:21 Time code

05:44:00

Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point

Tape

12:34:24

RECORDING

(cont.)

Display

Rewind Button (

)

Fast-Forward Button (

)

Play/Pause Button (

/6)

Stop Button (5)

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

Speaker

PLAYBACK

Normal Playback

1Load a tape (墌 pg. 12).

2Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback,

press

/6.

•To stop playback, press 5.

•Press

to rewind, or

to fast-forward the tape

during Stop mode.

To Control The Speaker Volume . . .

..... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+”

to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down

the volume.

NOTES:

●If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To

turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”.

●The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV (墌 pg. 20).

●You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.

●LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•When power is supplied from a battery: the “” battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.

When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “” does not appear.

•During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.

●When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.

Still Playback:

Pauses during playback.

1) Press

/6 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press

/6 again.

●If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.

After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.

●When

/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabiliseds the still image.

Shuttle Search:

Allows high-speed search in either direction.

1) Press

for forward or

for reverse search during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press

/6.

●During playback, press and hold

. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you

release it, normal playback resumes.

●A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.

1) Engage Still Playback.

2) Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for

reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.

●To resume normal playback, press

/6.

ATTENTION

During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on

the left side of the screen.

Connections

Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable.

To S-VIDEO

To AV

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA

plug] (provided)

White to

AUDIO L IN**

Red to

AUDIO R IN**

To S-VIDEO IN

To TV or VCR

S-Video cable

(optional)

VCR

Connector cover* Yellow to

VIDEO IN

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.

PLAYBACK

(cont.)

If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector

Use the provided Cable Adapter.

S-Video cable

(optional) “Y/C”/“CVBS”

Video Out

Select Switch

Cable

Adapter

NOTE:

Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

Camcorder

To AV TV or VCR

Yellow

To -IN

White to

AUDIO L* Red to

AUDIO R*

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.

To S-VIDEO

When the S-Video

cable is not used.

When the S-Video

cable is not used.

NOTES:

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 9).

●To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder

without inserting a tape, set the camcorder’s Power

Switch to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”, then set your TV to the

appropriate input mode.

●Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its

minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when

the camcorder is turned on.

●If 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.

●While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV

connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

1Make sure all units are turned off.

2Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown

in the illustration ( pg. 20).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.

If not . . . go to step 4.

3Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring

to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

5Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the

TV to its VIDEO mode.

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

• Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 36).

• Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen ( pg. 36).

• Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape

Running Displays for tape playback

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 36).

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in

the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption

( pg. 18).

1Load a tape ( pg. 12).

2Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

3Press BLANK.

•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the

camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward

shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is about

3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the

detected blank portion.

To cancel Blank Search midway . . .

..... press 5.

NOTES:

●In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the

camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the

current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder

searches in the forward direction.

●Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has

appeared with the tape.

●If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during

Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.

●A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape

may not be detected.

●The detected blank portion may be located between

recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure

there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.

PLAYBACK

(cont.)

BLANK SEARCH

Power Switch

BLANK Button

Lock Button

Display

Stop Button (5)

ADVANCED FEATURES

CONTENTS

FOR RECORDING ........................................... 24 – 31

Night-Scope............................................................ 24

Programme AE With Special Effects .......................... 24 – 25

Fade/Wipe Effects ............................................. 26 – 27

Snapshot ............................................................... 28

Auto Focus/Manual Focus ............................................ 29

Exposure Control ...................................................... 30

Iris Lock ................................................................ 30

White Balance Adjustment ........................................... 31

Manual White Balance Operation.................................... 31

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT............. 32 – 37

For Recording Menu............................................ 32 – 35

For Playback Menu ............................................ 36 – 37

DUBBING .................................................... 38 – 39

Dubbing To A VCR ..................................................... 38

Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector

.............. 39

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ........ 40 – 49

Installing The Battery ................................................. 40

Playback Zoom ........................................................ 42

Random Assemble Editing ..................................... 43 – 47

For More Accurate Editing ............................................ 47

Audio Dubbing ......................................................... 48

Insert Editing .......................................................... 49

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ............................................ 50

Connection To A Personal Computer ................................. 50

ADVANCED FEATURES

Programme AE With Special Effects

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “

PROGRAM AE”, then press it.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired mode ( pg. 25), then press it. Selection is

complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.

The Menu Screen closes.

•The PROGRAM AE Menu disappears and the

selected mode is activated. The selected mode

indicator appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

..... select “OFF” in step 4.

NOTES:

●Programme AE with special effects can be changed

during recording or during Record-Standby.

●Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot

be used during Night-Scope.

IMPORTANT

Some modes of Programme AE with special effects

cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects

( pg. 26, 27). If an unusable mode is selected, its

indicator blinks or goes out.

Night-Scope

Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they

would be under good natural lighting. Although the

recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is

strobing due to the slow shutter speed.

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press NIGHT so that the Night-Scope indicator

“ ”appears.

•The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to

provide up to 30 times sensitivity.

•“A” appears beside “ ” while the shutter speed is

being automatically adjusted.

To Deactivate Night-Scope . . .

..... press NIGHT again so that the Night-Scope

indicator disappears.

NOTES:

●During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings

cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out:

•Some modes of “Programme AE With Special Effects”

( pg. 24, 25).

•“GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu ( pg. 33).

•“DIS” in the MANUAL Menu ( pg. 33).

•“Video light” when LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to

“AUTO” ( pg. 17).

●During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the

camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual

focus and/or a tripod is recommended.

FOR RECORDING

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NIGHT Button

Power Switch

Lock Button

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Display

SEPIA

Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old

photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a

classic look.

MONOTONE

Like black and white films, your footage is shot in

B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it

enhances the “classic film” effect.

Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

STROBE

Your recording looks like a series of consecutive

snapshots.

SLOW (Slow Shutter)

Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than

they would be under good natural lighting. Use

“SLOW” only in dark areas.

SLOW 4X

Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow

shooting in dark environments.

SLOW 10X

Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow

shooting in even darker environments.

NOTES:

●When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a strobe-

like effect.

●When using “SLOW”, it may be difficult to bring the

camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual

focus and/or a tripod is recommended.

SHUTTER

1/50–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a

second. Black bands that usually appear when

shooting a TV screen become narrower.

1/120–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a

second. The flickering that occurs when shooting

under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is

reduced.

This setting allows fast-moving images to be

captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-

motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the

darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter

function under good lighting conditions.

SNOW

Compensates for subjects that may otherwise

appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright

surroundings such as in the snow.

SPOTLIGHT

Compensates for subjects that may otherwise

appear too bright when shooting under extremely

strong direct lighting such as spotlights.

NOTE:

“SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the

exposure control ( pg. 30).

TWILIGHT

Makes evening scenes look more natural.

White Balance ( pg. 31) is initially set to , but

can be changed to your desired setting. When

Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically

adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity.

From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.

SPORTS

(Variable

Shutter Speed:

1/250 – 1/4000) CLASSIC FILM

IMPORTANT

Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain

modes of Programme AE with special effects

( pg. 24, 25). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is

selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.

Fade/Wipe Effects

These effects let you make pro-style scene transi-

tions. Use them to spice up the transition from one

scene to the next.

Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or

when you stop recording.

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “

WIPE/FADER”, then press it.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired function, then press it. Selection is complete.

Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.

•The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect

is reserved. The indicator representing the selected

effect appears.

5Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate

the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.

To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .

..... select “OFF” in step 4.

NOTE:

You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing

and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button.

FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

Recording Start/Stop Button

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Switch

Lock Button

Fader And Wipe Menu

Menu Effect

Fade in or out with a white screen.

Fade in or out with a black screen.

Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out

from colour to black and white.

Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner,

or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.

The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward

the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the

centre.

Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.

Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,

revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from

left and right to cover the scene.

The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or

wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom,

or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black

screen.

FADER — WHITE

FADER — BLACK

FADER — B.W

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

Snapshot

This feature lets you record still images that look like

photographs onto a tape.

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “

CAMERA”. Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“SNAP MODE”, then press it.

5Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired Snapshot mode, then press it.

Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen

closes.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

1Press SNAPSHOT. “PHOTO” appears while the

snapshot is being taken.

If you press during Record-Standby . . .

..... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the

camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

If you press during Recording . . .

..... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal

recording resumes.

•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“

AUTO

” or

“

MANUAL

”), Snapshot recording takes place using the

selected Snapshot mode.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect

similar to serial photography. (Interval between still

images: approx. 1 second)

NOTES:

●To remove the shutter sound,  “BEEP” on pg. 32, 34.

●If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks

when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

●If Programme AE with special effects ( pg. 24) is

engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such

a case, the icon blinks.

●If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”

( pg. 33), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

●During tape playback as well, all snapshot modes are

available. However, the shutter sound is not heard.

●During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the

viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is

no effect in the recorded image.

●When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the

shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it

is recorded onto the tape.

FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

SNAP MODE –PIN–UP

FRAME

FULL

SNAPSHOT Button

Lock Button

Display

Menu Screen

There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

FULL

Snapshot mode with no

frame

FRAME

Snapshot mode with frame

PIN-UP

Pin-Up mode

Power Switch

While focusing on a nearer

subject

While focusing on a further

subject

FEATURE: Auto Focus

PURPOSE:

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.

5 cm to the subject) to infinity.

However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual

focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or

a clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.

* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and

NOTES:

●If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft

cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.

●When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first ( pg. 17). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the

camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This

will not occur when “TELE MACRO” ( pg. 34) is activated.

FEATURE:

Manual Focus

PURPOSE:

To obtain correct focus.

OPERATION:

1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments

( pg. 10).

2) Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press

FOCUS ( pgs. 62 and 63, # FOCUS Button). The manual focus indicator appears.

3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+”. “ ” appears and blinks.

To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.

4) Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Focus adjustment is complete.

To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to “

AUTO

”.

If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.

NOTES:

●Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in

on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the

depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.

●When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “” or “ ” will blink.

Focus detection zone

Exposure Control

Manual exposure adjustment 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.

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “

EXPOSURE”, then press it.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“MANUAL”, then press it. The Menu Screen

disappears. The exposure control indicator appears.

5Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+” to

brighten the image, or towards “–” to darken the

image. (maximum ±6)

6Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Exposure

adjustment is complete.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .

..... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch

to “

AUTO

”.

To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

..... press BACKLIGHT. is displayed and the

subject is brightened. If pressed again,

disappears and the brightness returns to the

previous level.

•+3 exposure has the same effect as the

BACKLIGHT Button.

•Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the

subject to become too bright and the subject to

become white.

•Backlight compensations is also available when the

Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

”.

NOTE:

You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same

time with backlight, spotlight ( pg. 25) compensation

and “SNOW” ( pg. 25).

Iris Lock

Use this function in the following situations:

•When shooting a moving subject.

•When the distance to the subject changes (so its

size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes),

such as when the subject is backing away.

•When shooting on a reflective natural background

such as at the beach or when skiing.

•When shooting objects under a spotlight.

•When zooming.

When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even

when the subject moves away from you, the image

will not darken or brighten.

Before the following steps, perform steps 1

through 4 of “Exposure Control”.

5Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold the

MENU/BRIGHT wheel for over 2 seconds. The

exposure control indicator and “ ” appear.

Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. “ ” changes to

“ ” and the iris is locked.

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .

..... rotate MENU/BRIGHT to display “AUTO” then

press it in step 4. The exposure control indicator

and “ ” disappear. Or, set the Power switch to

“

AUTO

”.

To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .

..... after step 4 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the

exposure rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel.

Then lock the iris in step 5 of “Iris Lock”. For

automatic locking, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT

wheel to select “AUTO”, then press it in step 4.

The iris becomes automatic after about 2

seconds.

Iris

Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-lit

environments to keep too much light from entering,

and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.

FOR RECORDING

(cont.)

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Switch

BACKLIGHT Button (5)

Iris lock indicator

White Balance Adjustment

A term that refers to the correctness of colour

reproduction under various lighting. If the white

balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately

reproduced.

The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.

However, more advanced camcorder operators

control this function manually to achieve a more

professional colour/tint reproduction.

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ W.BALANCE”, then press it. The W.BALANCE

Menu appears.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired mode.

“AUTO”................. White balance is adjusted

automatically (factory preset).

“ MWB”............ White balance is set manually.

“ FINE”............. Outdoors on a sunny day.

“ CLOUD”........ Outdoors on a cloudy day.

“ HALOGEN”... A video light or similar type of

lighting is used.

5Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Selection is

complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.

The Menu Screen closes and the selected mode

indicator except “AUTO” appears.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

..... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch

to “

AUTO

”.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone

( pg. 25) is activated.

Manual White Balance Operation

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under

various types of lighting.

1Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

adjustment, and select “ MWB”.

2Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the

subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the

white paper fills the screen.

3Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in until

begins blinking rapidly.

When the setting is completed, resumes normal

blinking.

4Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in twice. The

Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance

indicator is displayed.

NOTES:

●In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper.

In such a case, adjust focus manually ( pg. 29).

●A subject can be shot under various types of lighting

conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight,

etc.). Because the colour temperature is different

depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ

depending on the white balance settings. Use this

function for a more natural result.

●Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is

retained even if the power is turned off or the battery

removed.

White paper

Power Switch

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

For Recording Menu

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,

on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the

more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 33 – 35)

1Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired function menu, and press it. The selected

function menu appears.

4Function menu setting depends on the function.

If you have selected “ WIPE/FADER”,

“ PROGRAM AE”, “ EXPOSURE” or

“ W. BALANCE” . . .

..... see pg. 33.

If you have selected “ CAMERA”, “

MANUAL”, “ SYSTEM” or “ DISPLAY” . . .

..... go to step 5.

5Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

Then, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.

6Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen

closes.

•The icon represents “END”.

NOTE:

When the Menu Screen is left on for a couple of

minutes, a residual image may be left on the screen

and it may take several seconds for the residual

image to disappear. This is not due to any defect of

the unit.

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

DSC

RE NEON SC LCD / TV

UAOT

IMETDATE /

T I ME CODE

CLOCK

ADJ .

–

–FFO

12 0..2

3:0

NRETUR

MODESNAP

SP I

BTMODESOUND

ZOOM

UPGA I N

–

XLFUL

AGC

NRETUR

DIS –ON

OFF

BEEP MELODY

TALLY

ID N MUBER

–

–60

DEMO MODE –NO

NRETUR

FADER/ W I P E AM AEPROGRUREEXPOS

ACAMERLMANUAMSYSTE

END

AYDISPL

AN E

W. BAL

CAM ERSET

FADER

/ W I P E AM AEPROGR

ACAMERLMANUAMSYSTE

END

AYDISPL

AN E

W. BAL

EXPOSURE

ODEREC M

Display

Menu Screen

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Lock Button

Power Switch

Sub Menu

Normal Screen

Menu Screen Explanations

CAMERA

MANUAL

: Factory-preset

NOTES:

●Settings made in the “ CAMERA” Menu remain effective whether the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “

MANUAL

”.

●The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “

MANUAL

”.

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 26, 27).

Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 24, 25).

Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” ( pg. 30).

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”

( pg. 31).

Allows you to set the tape recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your

preference ( pg. 13).

Enables tape recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is

recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the

32 kHz mode of previous models)

Enables tape recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent

to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset

to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying

images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum

of 40X digital magnification.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying

images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum

of 500X digital magnification.

Refer to “Snapshot” ( pg. 28).

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.

The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a

subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter

image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or

natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is

being automatically adjusted, “ ” is displayed.

To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at

high magnification.

NOTES:

●Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or

under the following conditions:

•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.

•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

●Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

●The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.

WIPE/FADER

PROGRAM AE

EXPOSURE

W.BALANCE

REC MODE

SOUND

MODE

ZOOM

SNAP MODE

GAIN UP

DIS

12BIT

16BIT

10X

40X

500X

OFF

AGC

AUTO

OFF

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

(cont.)

: Factory-preset

Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

MANUAL

NOTES:

●The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “

MANUAL

”.

●“ SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “

MANUAL

” are also applied when the Power

Switch is set to “PLAY” ( pg. 36).

SYSTEM

TELE

MACRO

WIDE

MODE

WIND

CUT

BEEP

TALLY

ID NUMBER

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.

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a

normal screen ratio.

Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on

wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut

and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. appears. When using this mode, refer

to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3

TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of

the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.

For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image

to fit the screen without distortion. appears. When using this mode, refer

to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3

TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.

Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.

Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ ” appears. The quality of the

sound will change. This is normal.

Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.

The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and

end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect ( pg. 28).

Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also

activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 28).

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as

a computer using the J terminal (JLIP) or PC connector. The numbers range

from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.

OFF

CINEMA

SQUEEZE

OFF

BEEP

MELODY

OFF

: Factory-preset

NOTES:

●

“ SYSTEM” and “ DISPLAY” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “

MANUAL

” are also applied

when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” (



pg. 36). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the Power Switch is set to

“

MANUAL

”.

●Settings made in the “ DISPLAY” Menu remain effective even when the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

”. However,

the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “

MANUAL

”.

SYSTEM

DISPLAY

Automatic demonstration will not take place.

Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects,

etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate.

Demonstration starts in the following cases:

•When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO MODE” is turned “ON”.

•With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON”, if there is no operation for about 3 minutes

after the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

” .

Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration

temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the

demonstration will resume.

NOTES:

●If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.

●“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.

●If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available. After

viewing demo, set to “OFF”.

Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.

Resets all settings to the factory-preset.

Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from

appearing on the connected TV screen.

Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is

connected to a TV.

The date/time does not appear.

Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:

•When the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

•When tape playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when

scenes are recorded.

•When the date is changed during tape playback.

The date/time is always displayed.

Time code is not displayed.

Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame

numbers are not displayed during recording.

Allows you to set the current date and time ( pg. 11).

DEMO

MODE

CAM

RESET

SCREEN

DATE/

TIME

CODE

CLOCK ADJ.

OFF

CANCEL

EXECUTE

LCD

LCD/TV

OFF

AUTO

OFF

COPY OFF–

COPY

MDOESOUND MDOE

BIT

ROSYNCHODEREC M

STEREO–SOUND

–

NRETUR

O.O

RE NEON SC LCD / TV

UAOTIMETDATE /

T I ME CODE

–

–FFO

NRETUR

BEEP MELODY

TALLY –

–

ID UNMERB–

DEMO MODE –NO

NRETUR

CAM ERSET

MSYSTEAYDISPL

VIDEO SOUND MODE

MODE

BIT

SYNC ROH

REC

END

For Playback Menu

The following procedure applies to all except Synchro

Comp ( pg. 47).

1Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

3Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired function menu, and press it. The selected

function menu appears.

4Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.

5Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the

desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete.

6Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “

RETURN” and press it twice to close the Menu Screen.

Display

Power Switch

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Recording Start/Stop Button

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

(cont.)

Lock Button

NOTE:

“REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set to

“PLAY” or “

MANUAL

” ( pg. 13, 33).

Menu Screen Explanations

SYSTEM

DISPLAY

Each setting is linked with “

DISPLAY” or “ SYSTEM”, which

appears when the Power Switch is

set to “

MANUAL

” ( pg. 34, 35).

The parameters are the same as in

the description on pg. 34, 35.

 pg. 37.

 pg. 47.

Allows you to set the tape

recording mode (SP or LP)

depending on your preference

( pg. 13).

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

SYNCHRO

REC MODE

VIDEO

Playback Sound

During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the

sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access

explanation on pg. 36, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired

parameter.

Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.

Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.

Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both

“L” and “R” channels in stereo.

Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

STEREO

SOUND L

SOUND R

MIX

SOUND 1

SOUND 2

12:34:24

BIT/SOUND

12..02

Minutes

Seconds

Frames*

*25 frames = 1 second

NOTES:

●The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions, “12-bit” is

called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)

●The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind. During

playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.

: Factory-preset

ON SCREEN setting:

For playback sound, tape

speed and tape running. DATE/TIME setting:

For date/time. TIME CODE setting:

For time code.

Display

DUBBING

Dubbing To A VCR

1Following the illustration, connect the camcorder

and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 20 and 21.

2Set the camcorder’s 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.

3Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

4Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot

just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press

/6 on the camcorder.

5Press

/6 on the camcorder and engage the

VCR’s Record mode.

6Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and

press

/6 on the camcorder.

7Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,

then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

NOTES:

●As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will

appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections

and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.

●Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indica-

tions do not appear on the connected TV. If they do,

they are being recorded onto the new tape.

●Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as

required:

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which

accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video

cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does

not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video

cable.

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in

the Menu Screen ( pg. 36).

•Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen ( pg. 36).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape

Running Displays

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 36).

*When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

VCR

Connector cover*

To AV

S-VIDEO

S-Video cable

(optional)

Power Switch

To AUDIO, VIDEO**

and -IN

connectors

“Y/C”/“CVBS”

video out

select switch

Cable Adapter (provided)

If your VCR has a SCART

connector, use the provided

cable adapter.

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A

DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)

It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from this

camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a

DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is

little if any image or sound deterioration.

1Make sure all units are turned off. Connect this

camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input

connector using a DV cable as shown in the

illustration.

2Set this camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”

while pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch, turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the

appropriate cassettes in this camcorder and the video

unit.

3Press

to play back the source tape.

4While watching the playback on the monitor,

engage the DV connector-equipped video unit’s

record mode from the spot on the source tape you

want to begin recording.

NOTES:

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 9).

●If the remote control is used when both the player and

recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the

same operation. To prevent this from happening, press

the buttons on both units.

●If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on

the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that

an unusual image is not dubbed.

●Even though the DV cable is connected correctly,

sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this

occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.

●If “Playback Zoom” ( pg. 42) or “Snapshot” is

attempted during playback, only the original playback

image recorded on the tape is output from the DV

connector.

●When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional

JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.

MANUAL

AUTO

PLAY

OFF

DV cable

(optional)

Video unit equipped with

DV input connector

To DV IN

To DV

Power Switch

Core filter

Lock Button

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate

this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic

operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and

Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional

playback functions possible.

Installing The Battery

(RM-V700U, optional)

The remote control uses one lithium battery

(CR2025).

1There are 2 ways to pull the battery holder out of

the RM-V700U.

: Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock

hole.

: Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery

holder.

2Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to

have the “+” mark visible.

3Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.

• Read the caution concerning lithium batteries in the

RM-V700U instruction manual.

When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote

sensor. The transmitted beam’s approximate effective distance

for indoor use is 5m.

The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause

incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly

exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.

Lock hole

Remote sensor

Knob

Buttons

1PAUSE IN Connector

2MBR SET Button

3INT. TIME Button*

SELF TIMER Button*

4REC TIME Button*

ANIM. Button*

5FF Button

6REW Button

7PAUSE Button

8PLAY Button

9Infrared beam

transmitting window

0START/STOP Button

!VISS Button*

@ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

#VCR CTL Button

$A.DUB Button

%STOP Button

^INSERT Button

&R.A.EDIT Buttons

RM-V700U

(optional)

Functions

With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to

the camera position (“

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”).

—

Transmits the beam signal.

Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.

—

Zoom in/out (墌 pg. 17)

—

With the camcorder’s Power Switch

set to “PLAY”.

墌 pg. 44

墌 pg. 43

Forward, Forward Shuttle Search

(墌 pg. 19)

Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search

(墌 pg. 19)

Pause (墌 pg. 19)

Playback start (墌 pg. 19)

Zoom in/out (墌 pg. 42)

墌 pg. 43

墌 pg. 48

Stops (墌 pg. 19)

墌 pg. 49

墌 pg. 43 – 47

* This function is unavailable with this camcorder.

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

FEATURE:

Playback Zoom

PURPOSE:

To magnify the recorded image up to 50X at any

time during playback.

OPERATION:

1) Press PLAY (

) to find the scene of interest.

2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote

control. Make sure the remote control is pointed

at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T

zooms in.

䡲To end zoom, press and hold W until magnifica-

tion returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and

then press PLAY (

NOTES:

●Zoom can also be used during still playback.

●Due to ditital image processing, the quality of the

image may suffer.

Remote sensor

Press T

Normal playback

Zoom Buttons

PLAY STOP

RM-V700U

(optional)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as

the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for

automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is

more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand

Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR

(see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by

operating the VCR manually.

Use the optional RM-V700U remote control.

Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is

installed in the remote control (墌 pg. 40).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

1Turn off the power to the VCR and point the

remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,

referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold

MBR SET, and enter the brand code.

The code is automatically set once you release MBR

SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.

2Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while

holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for

the desired function. The functions the remote can

control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR

REC STBY (you do not need to press VCR CTL for

this one).

You are now ready to try Random Assemble

Editing.

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs

and those of many other makers, it may not work

with yours or may offer limited functions.

NOTES:

●If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

●Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In

this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

●If the remote control is not able to control the VCR, use

the controls on the VCR.

●When the remote control’s batteries run out, the VCR

brand you have set will be erased.

In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to

reset the VCR brand.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

VCR CODE LIST

6 2

6 4

7 7

MITSUBISHI 6 7

6 8

NEC 3 7

3 8

GRUNDIG 1 4

3 4

HITACHI 6 6

6 3

PANASONIC 1 3

1 7

1 1

9 4

1 8

JVC 9 1

9 6

9 3

BLAUPUNKT

AKAI

9 7

9 8

3 2

FERGUSON

1 3

VCR BRAND

NAME

BRAND

CODE

SANYO 3 6

3 5

SHARP 1 5

1 `

TOSHIBA 6 9

6 1

SONY 6 5

6 `

3 9

3 1

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THOMSON,

TELEFUNKEN,

SABA,

NORDMENDE

9 1

9 6

9 7

3 2

SELECO,

REX

9 1

9 6

PHILIPS 1 9

9 5

1 1

9 4

9 1

9 6

1 2

3 3

7 2

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VCR BRAND

NAME

BRAND

CODE

12 3

45 6

7890

VCR CTL

MBR SET

VCR (Recording deck)

RM-V700U

(optional)

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 20 and 21.

1 A JVC VCR equipped with a remote

pause connector . . .

..... connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE

connector.

A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote

pause connector but equipped with an

R.A.EDIT connector . . .

..... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

A VCR other than above . . .

..... connect the editing cable to the remote control’s

PAUSE IN connector.

2Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the

Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch.

3Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape

and engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s

instructions).

NOTES:

●Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the

indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do,

they will be recorded onto the new tape.

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 36).

•Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 36).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running

Displays

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 36).

●Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as

required:

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which

accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video

cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does

not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video

cable.

●When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input

connector, an optional DV cable can be connected

instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.

To Remote

PAUSE or R.A.EDIT

To PAUSE IN

Editing cable

(optional)

S-Video cable

(optional)

Audio/Video cable

(provided)

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

** When connecting cables, open this cover.

Connector cover**

To AV

To JLIP

To S-VIDEO

To AUDIO,

VIDEO*

and -IN

connectors

“Y/C”/“CVBS”

video out

select switch

If your VCR has the

SCART connector,

use the provided

cable adapter.

ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE

●Make sure you use the optional editing cable

QAM0214-001. Consult the JVC Service

Center for details on its availability.

●Make sure you connect the end with the core

filter (plug which has 3 rings around the pin) to

the camcorder.

VCR

RM-V700U

(optional)

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

SELECT SCENES

4Point the remote control at the camcorder’s

remote sensor. Press PLAY (

) and then press ON/

OFF on the remote control.

The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

5At the beginning of the scene, press IN/OUT on

the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in

the Random Assemble Editing Menu.

6At the end of the scene, press IN/OUT. The Edit-

Out position appears in the Random Assemble

Editing Menu.

7Repeat steps 5 and 6 to register additional

scenes.

•To change previously registered points, press

CANCEL on the remote control. The registered

points disappear, one at a time, from the most

recently registered point.

NOTES:

●When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points

so that there is a relatively large difference between

them.

●If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the

recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be

cancelled and editing will not take place.

●If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and

Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the

edited version.

●Since time codes register time only as accurately as

seconds, the time code total time may not match the

total programme time exactly.

●Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered

Edit-In and Edit-Out points.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

––:–– ~

~––

––

0:000

––

TOTAL

CODETIME

NIOUT

MODE

PLAY

CANCEL

REW FF

ON/OFF

IN/OUT

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

Programme

Remote sensor

RM-V700U

(optional)

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

8Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the

beginning of the scene you want to edit and press

PAUSE (6).

9Point the remote control towards the VCR’s

remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or

manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right

through to the end of the last registered scene.

•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters

the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-

Pause mode.

•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will

be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.

•If you operate the camcorder during automatic

editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode

and automatic editing will stop.

Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and

the VCR.

To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear,

press ON/OFF on the remote control.

NOTES:

●Pressing ON/OFF on the remote control clears all

settings registered during Random Assemble Editing.

●When the editing cable is connected to the remote

control’s Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure

the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and

the path between the two is unobstructed.

●Random Assemble Editing may not function properly

when using a tape including several duplicated time

codes (墌 pg. 18).

00:25

02:05

––––

07:18

08:31

–– ––

––––

–– ––

03:33

05:53

13:15

15:

:55

16:29

––––

––

–– –– ––

NIOUTMODE

09:30

9:39

TOTAL

CODETIME

PAUSE

VCR REC STBY

ON/OFF

Recording Start/Stop Button

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

Remote Sensor

RM-V700U

(optional)

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

For More Accurate Editing

Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause

to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin

editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the

same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find

that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For

a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of

the camcorder against your VCR.

DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

1Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point

the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor

and press ON/OFF.

The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

2Perform Random Assemble Editing on Pro-

gramme 1 only. In order to check VCR and

camcorder timing, select the beginning of a scene

transition as your Edit-In point.

3Play back the dubbed scene.

•If any images from the scene prior to the transition

you chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that

means your VCR moves too quickly from Record-

Pause to Record mode.

•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the

VCR is slow to start recording.

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

4Point the remote control at the camcorder’s

remote sensor and press ON/OFF to make the

Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then

press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu

Screen appears.

5Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “

VIDEO” and press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.

Then, rotate it to “SYNCHRO” and press it. The value

for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.

6Based on the diagnostics performed, you can

now advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating the

MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+”. You can also

delay the VCR’s record timing by rotating the MENU/

BRIGHT wheel towards “–”. The adjustment range is

from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments.

Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to finish the

setting.

7Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select

“ RETURN” and press it twice.

Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning

with step 4 on page 45.

NOTES:

●Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do

a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check

whether the value you have input is appropriate or not,

and make adjustments accordingly.

●Depending on the recorder, there may be situations

where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.

––:–– ~

–– NIOUT

MODE

ROSYNCH O.1

–

––

0:000

TOTAL

CODETIME

ON/OFF

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

Programme 1

Remote sensor

VIDEO Menu

RM-V700U

(optional)

Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customized only when

recorded in the 12-bit mode (墌 pg. 33).

NOTES:

●Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-

bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a

blank portion of a tape.

●To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the

television, make connections (墌 pg. 20).

1Play back the tape to locate the point where

editing will start, then press PAUSE (6).

2While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,

press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.

3Press PLAY (

) , then begin “narrating”.

Speak into the microphone.

•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).

4To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then

STOP (5).

To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .

..... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 36, 37).

NOTES:

●Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio

Dubbing.

●When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,

the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.

●If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound

may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded

areas.

●If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback,

move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV,

or turn down the TV’s volume.

●If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and

then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective

from the point where 16-bit recording began.

●During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes

recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit

audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops

(墌 pg. 66).

A.DUB

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

Speaker

Stereo

microphone

Audio Dub

Standby mode

Power Switch

Remote sensor

Display

RM-V700U

(optional)

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(cont.)

Insert Editing

You can record a new scene into a previously

recorded tape, replacing a section of the original

recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and

outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged.

NOTES:

●Before performing the following steps, make sure that

“TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35, 37).

●Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the

LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

●To perform Insert Editing while watching in the

television, make connections (墌 pg. 20).

1Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and

press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this point

(墌 pg. 35, 37).

2Press REW (

) until the Edit-In point is located,

then press PAUSE (6).

3Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote

control, then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time

Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters

Insert-Pause mode.

4Press START/STOP to begin editing.

•Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in

step 1.

•To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it

again to resume editing.

5To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then

STOP (5).

NOTES:

●Programme AE with special effects (墌 pg. 24, 25) can

be used to spice up the scenes being edited during

Insert Editing.

●During Insert Editing, the date and time information

changes.

●If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the

tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure

you only edit recorded areas.

●During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes

recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert

Edting stops (墌 pg. 66).

12: 34

PAUSE

PLAY INSERT

START/STOP

STOP

REW

Power Switch

Display

Remote sensor

Lock Button

RM-V700U

(optional)

NOTES:

●Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND PC

CONNECTION GUIDE” for the installation of the

bundled software and drivers.

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack (墌 pg. 9).

●Never connect the PC connection cable and the DV

cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect

only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.

●The date/time information cannot be captured into the

PC.

●Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and

Software.

●The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a

DV connector-equipped capture board.

●When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional

JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable

depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins)

on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the

capture board.

●The system may not work properly depending on the

PC or capture board you are using.

Connection To A Personal Computer

[A] Using PC connection cable

This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by

using the software (provided).

[B] Using DV cable

It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with

a DV connector by using software equipped with the

PC or commercially available software.

1Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.

2Connect the camcorder to your PC using the

appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.

3Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”

while pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch and turn on the PC.

•Refer to the instruction manual of the software on

how to transfer a still image to the PC.

4When finished, turn off the PC first, then the

camcorder.

To DV DV cable (optional) To DV

connector

Power Switch

PC with DV

connector

Core filter

To RS-232C

PC connection cable

(provided)

To PC

[A] Using PC connection cable

[B] Using DV cable

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

REFERENCES

CONTENTS

DETAILS ............................................ 52

TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 53 – 56

USER MAINTENANCE ............................. 57

CAUTIONS .................................. 58 – 59

SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 60 – 61

INDEX ....................................... 62 – 66

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 62 – 63

Indications ................................... 64 – 66

TERMS ........................ 67 –

Back Cover

REFERENCES

DETAILS

I T E M S N O T E S

❍Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to

25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too

cold, charging may be incomplete.

❍Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

❍Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of

the battery pack.

❍To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter near a radio.

❍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:

•Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”, “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

•Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder.

•Unplug the AC adapter’s power cord from the AC outlet.

•Detach the battery from the camcorder.

❍When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor

may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

❍The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

❍There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the

cassette holder opens. Do not use force.

❍Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it

recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.

❍When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few seconds

before actual recording starts. “ ” starts rotating when the camcorder

actually starts recording.

❍The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the

accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

❍“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off

automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears

when a cassette at its end is loaded.

➪RECORDING

(墌 pg. 15, 16)

➪Power

(墌 pg. 8)

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,

etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery

pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the

beginning.

•The power is not connected

properly.

•The battery is dead.

•The date/time is not set.

•The built-in clock battery has run

out and the previously set date/time

has been erased.

•The tape’s erase protection tab is

set to “SAVE”.

•The Power Switch is set to “PLAY”

or “OFF”.

•“TAPE END” appears.

•The cassette holder cover is open.

•The camcorder is not getting

power, or some other malfunction

exists.

•Focus is set to the Manual mode.

•The recording was done in a dark

place, or the contrast was low.

•The lens is dirty or covered with

condensation.

•The cassette is in the wrong

position.

•The battery’s charge is low.

•The Squeeze mode is selected.

•The light source or the subject does

not include white. Or there are

various different light sources

behind the subject.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode is

activated.

•Connect the AC Adapter securely

(墌 pg. 9).

•Replace the dead battery with a

fully charged one (墌 pg. 8, 9).

•Set the date/time (墌 pg. 11).

•Consult your nearest JVC dealer

for replacement.

•Set the tape’s erase protection tab

to “REC” (墌 pg. 12).

•Set the Power Switch to “

AUTO

” or

“

MANUAL

” (墌 pg. 16).

•Replace with new cassette

(墌 pg. 12).

•Close the cassette holder cover.

•Turn the camcorder’s power off

and on again (墌 pg. 16).

•Set Focus to the Auto mode

(墌 pg. 29).

•Clean the lens and check the focus

again (墌 pg. 57).

•Set it in the right position

(墌 pg. 12).

•Install a fully charged battery

(墌 pg. 8, 9).

•Disengage the Squeeze mode

(墌 pg. 34).

•Find a white subject and compose

your shot so that it also appears in

the frame (墌 pg. 28).

•Turn off Sepia and Monotone

(墌 pg. 24, 25).

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

1No power is supplied.

2“SET DATE/TIME!”

appears.

3Recording cannot be

performed.

4There is no picture.

5The focus does not adjust

automatically.

6The cassette will not load

properly.

7Snapshot mode cannot be

used.

8The colour of Snapshot

looks strange.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

•Shooting was performed under

backlit conditions.

•The subject is too bright.

•10X optical zoom is selected.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode is

activated.

•When shooting in the dark, the unit

becomes highly sensitive to light

and the image takes on an effect

similar to Slow Shutter.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode is

activated.

•This is a result of exceedingly high

contrast, and is not a malfunction.

•This is not a malfunction.

•“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF” in the

Menu Screen.

•“TIME CODE” is set to “OFF” in the

Menu Screen.

•In places subject to low tempera-

ture, images become dark due to

the characteristics of the LCD

monitor. When this happens, the

displayed colours differ from those

that are actually recorded. This is

not a defect of the camcorder.

•When the LCD monitor's fluores-

cent light reaches the end of its

service life, images on the LCD

monitor become dark. Consult your

nearest JVC dealer.

•Press the BACKLIGHT Button

(墌 pg. 30).

•Set “PROGRAM AE” to

“SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 24).

•Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or “500X” in

the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 33).

•Turn off Sepia and Monotone

(墌 pg. 24, 26).

•If you want the lighting to look

more natural, set GAIN UP to

“AGC” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 33).

•Turn off Sepia or Monotone before

setting White Balance (墌 pg. 25,

31).

————

•Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 35).

•Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 35, 36).

•Adjust the brightness and angle of

the LCD monitor (墌 pg. 15, 16).

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

9The image taken using

Snapshot is too dark.

0The image taken using

Snapshot is too bright.

!Digital Zoom does not work.

@The Black & White Fader

does not work.

#Even when Slow Shutter is

not selected, the image

looks like it is activated.

$White Balance cannot be

activated.

%When shooting a subject

illuminated by bright light,

vertical lines appear.

^When the screen is under

direct sunlight during

shooting, the screen

becomes red or black for an

instant.

&During recording, the date/

time does not appear.

*Time code does not appear.

(Images on the LCD monitor

appear dark or whitish.

TROUBLESHOOTING

(cont.)

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

•The light used to illuminate the LCD

monitor causes it to become hot.

•This may occur when the surface or

the edge of the LCD monitor is

pressed.

•Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain

modes of Programme AE with

special effects, “DIS” and other

functions that cannot be used

together are selected at the same

time.

•The LCD monitor and the view-

finder are made with high-precision

technology. However, black spots

or bright spots of light (red, green

or blue) may appear constantly on

the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

These spots are not recorded on

the tape. This is not due to any

defect of the unit. (Effective dots:

more than 99.99 %)

•This is normal.

•The Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

”

or “

MANUAL

”.

•During playback of the unrecorded

portion, High-speed Search and still

playback, LCD monitor indications

appear distorted. This is not a

defect.

•The speaker volume is too great.

————

•Close the LCD monitor to turn it off

or set the Power Switch to “OFF”,

and let the unit cool down.

————

•Re-read the sections covering

Fade/Wipe effects, Programme AE

with special effects and “DIS”

(墌 pg. 24 – 27, 33).

————

•Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”

(墌 pg. 19).

————

•Turn the speaker volume down

(墌 pg. 19).

•Clean the video heads with an

optional cleaning cassette

(墌 pg. 59).

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

)The rear of the LCD monitor

is hot.

qThe indicators and the

image colour on the LCD

monitor are not clear.

wThe LCD monitor or

viewfinder indications blink.

eColoured bright spots

appear all over the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

rDuring recording, sound

cannot be heard.

tPlay, Rewind and Fast-

Forward functions do not

work.

yThe LCD monitor image is

distorted.

uImages on the LCD monitor

are jittery.

iBlocks of noise appear

during playback, or there is

no playback picture and the

screen becomes blue.

TROUBLESHOOTING

(cont.)

————

•A malfunction of some kind has

occurred. In this case the

camcorder’s functions become

unusable.

•A malfunction of some kind has

occurred. In this case the

camcorder’s functions become

unusable.

•The temperature of the battery is

extremely high/low.

•Charging is difficult in places

subject to extremely high/low

temperatures.

•This is not a malfunction.

•The DV cable was plugged/

unplugged with power turned on.

•Wipe them gently with soft cloth.

Wiping strongly can cause damage

(墌 pg. 57).

•Check the section of the manual

that explains LCD monitor/

viewfinder indications

(墌 pg. 64 – 66).

•Remove the power supply (battery

pack, etc.) and wait a few minutes

for the indication to clear. When it

does, you can resume using the

camcorder. If the indication

remains even though you repeat

the above two or three times,

please consult your nearest JVC

dealer. Do not eject the cassette.

This will cause damage to the tape.

•Eject the cassette once and re-

insert it, then check if the indication

clears. When it does, you can

resume using the camcorder. If the

indication remains even though

you repeat the above two or three

times, please consult your nearest

JVC dealer.

•To protect the battery, it is

recommended to charge it in

places with a temperature of 10°C

to 35°C (墌 pg. 58).

•By recording with “DIS” activated

(墌 pg. 33) this can be avoided.

•Turn the camcorder’s power off

and on again, then operate it.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

oThe LCD monitor, the

viewfinder and the lens

have become dirty (ex.

fingerprints).

pAn unusual mark appears.

QAn error indication

(E01, E02 or E06) appears.

WAn error indication

(E03 or E04) appears.

EThe charger indicator on

the camcorder does not

light.

RWhen the image is printed

from the printer, a black bar

appears at the bottom of

the screen.

TWhen the camcorder is

connected via the DV

connector, the camcorder

does not operate.

Cleaning The Camcorder

1To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to

wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

2Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor.

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to

damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

3To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,

then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

4To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical

position. Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the

direction of the arrow 1.

5Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at

the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the interior of

the viewfinder with it 2.

6Close the hatch. Tilt the viewfinder back to the

horizontal position.

NOTES:

●Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or

alcohol.

●Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack

has been removed or other power units have been

disconnected.

●Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

●When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer

to the cautions of each product.

After Use

1Turn off the camcorder.

2Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of

the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open

until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

Remove the cassette.

3Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.

•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes

automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before

closing the cassette holder cover.

4Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. Press BATT.

RELEASE 2 and remove the battery pack 3 .

USER MAINTENANCE

Cassette holder cover

OPEN/EJECT

Switch

PUSH HERE

Hatch

BATT. RELEASE Button

Remove.

Lens blower

Cassette holder

CAUTIONS

Video Light

DANGER

䡲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.

䡲Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot for some time.

䡲When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

between the video light and people or objects.

䡲Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

䡲Do not place the camcorder in a cabinet or box

while the video light is in operation.

䡲When using the video light, if you wish to install the

camcorder in a fixed position, attach it to a tripod,

etc. Do not affix it directly to a surface such as a

table top.

䡲It is recommended that you consult your nearest

JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a

lithium-ion battery. Before using

the supplied battery pack or an

optional battery pack, be sure to

read the following cautions:

1. To avoid hazards . . .

... do not burn.

... do not short-circuit the terminals. When

transporting, make sure the provided battery cap

is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is

misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.

... do not modify or disassemble.

... do not expose the battery to temperatures

exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery

to overheat, explode or catch fire.

... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .

... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

... charge in an environment where temperatures

are within the tolerances shown in the chart

below. This is a chemical reaction type battery—

cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction,

while warmer temperatures can prevent

complete charging.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.

... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery

every 6 months when storing the battery pack

over a long period time.

... remove from charger or powered unit when not

in use, as some machines use current even

when switched off.

NOTES:

●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

Charging ................ 10°C to 35°C

Operation ............... 0°C to 40°C

Storage .................. –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 Mini DV mark.

... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes

automatically erases the previously recorded

video and audio signals.

... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly

without allowing the tape to run at all. This

slackens the tape and can result in damage.

... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

... away from heaters or other heat sources.

... out of direct sunlight.

... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic

fields (such as those generated by motors,

transformers or magnets).

... vertically, in their original cases.

LCD Monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,

DO NOT . . .

... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on

the bottom.

2. To prolong service life . . .

... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD

monitor use.

These are not malfunctions:

•While using the camcorder, the surface around

the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD

monitor may heat up.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

Terminals

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

... open the camcorder’s chassis.

... disassemble or modify the unit.

... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in

use.

... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

... in places subject to soot or steam such as near

a cooking stove.

... in places subject to excessive shock or

vibration.

... near a television set.

... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.).

... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)

extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

... in places of over 50°C.

... in places where humidity is extremely low

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

... in direct sunlight.

... in a closed car in summer.

... near a heater.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

... allow it to become wet.

... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation.

... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

... expose the lens to direct sunlight.

... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap or the grip.

5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:

•No picture during playback.

•Blocks of noise appear during playback.

•During recording or playback, the Head Clog

Warning indicator “ ” appears.

•Recording cannot be performed properly.

In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.

Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more

than once consecutively, damage to the video

heads may result. After the camcorder plays back

for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also

refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions.

If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems

still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Mechanical moving parts used to move the video

heads and video tape tend to become dirty and

worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear

picture at all times, periodic check-ups are

recommended after using the unit for about 1,000

hours. For periodic check-ups please consult your

nearest JVC dealer.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled

device. External noise and interference (from a

TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning

properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power

supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and

wait a few minutes and then re-connect it and

proceed as usual from the beginning.

About moisture condensation . . .

●You have observed that pouring a cold liquid

into a glass will cause drops of water to form

on the glass outer surface. This same

phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a

camcorder when it is moved from a cool place

to a warm place, after heating a cold room,

under extremely humid conditions or in a place

directly subjected to the cool air from an air

conditioner.

●Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

damage to the video tape, and can lead to

internal damage to the camcorder itself.

SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

General

Power supply : DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter)

DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption

LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 4.3 W

LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 5.3 W

Video light : Approx. 3.5 W

Dimensions (W x H x D) : 79 mm x 89 mm x 167 mm

(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed down)

Weight : Approx. 550 g

Operating temperature : 0°C to 40°C

Operating humidity : 35% to 80%

Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C

Pickup : 1/4" CCD

Lens : F 1.8, f = 3.6 mm to 36 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens

Filter diameter : ø37 mm

LCD monitor : 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system

Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.24" black/white LCD

Speaker : Monaural

Digital Video Camera

Format : DV format (SD mode)

Signal format : PAL standard

Recording/Playback format : Video: Digital component recording

: Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),

48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)

Cassette : Mini DV cassette

Tape speed : SP : 18.8 mm/s

LP : 12.5 mm/s

Maximum recording time : SP : 80 min.

(using 80 min. cassette) LP : 120 min.

Connectors

S-Video

Output : Y:1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

C:0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

Video output : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

Audio output : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo

Output : 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

PC :ø2.5 mm, 3-pole

JLIP :ø3.5 mm, 4-pole

AC Adapter

Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output : DC 11 V , 1 A

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications

subject to change without notice.

INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators

MANUAL

AUTO

PLAY

OFF

32 4 5

@ #0 !

)

(

Controls

1OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................ 墌 pg. 12

2•Stop Button [5] .................................... 墌 pg. 19

•BACKLIGHT Button ............................. 墌 pg. 30

3•Rewind Button [

] ............................. 墌 pg. 19

•NIGHT Button ...................................... 墌 pg. 24

4Play/Pause Button [

/6] ....................... 墌 pg. 19

5Fast-Forward Button [

] ..................... 墌 pg. 19

6Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] ..... 墌 pg. 15

7Dioptre Adjustment Control .................... 墌 pg. 10

8Battery Release Button

[BATT. RELEASE] ................................... 墌 pg. 8

9Recording Start/Stop Button .................. 墌 pg. 15

0•MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] .................. 墌 pg. 32

•LCD Monitor BRIGHT (Brightness)

Control [+, –] ........................................ 墌 pg. 15

!Snapshot Button

[SNAPSHOT] ......................................... 墌 pg. 28

@•Power Zoom Lever [T/W]..................... 墌 pg. 17

•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] .......... 墌 pg. 19

#•FOCUS Button..................................... 墌 pg. 29

•BLANK Button ..................................... 墌 pg. 22

$Lock Button............................................ 墌 pg. 16

%Power Switch

[

AUTO

MANUAL

, PLAY, OFF] ................. 墌 pg. 16

^Video Light Switch

[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON] ......................... 墌 pg. 17

Connectors

The connectors & to ( are located beneath a cover.

&Audio/Video Output Connector

[AV] ............................................ 墌 pg. 20, 38, 44

*J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface

Protocol)] ............................................... 墌 pg. 44

You can also connect to a JLIP-compatible

camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer

using the optional software

HS-V16KITE.

(DC Input Connector ............................. 墌 pg. 8, 9

)Digital Video Connector

[DV OUT] (i.Link*) ............................ 墌 pg. 39, 50

* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry

specification and extensions thereof. The logo

is used for products compliant with the i.Link

standard.

qS-Video Output Connector

[S-VIDEO] .................................. 墌 pg. 20, 38, 44

wPC Connector ........................................ 墌 pg. 50

Indicators

eTally Lamp ....................................... 墌 pg. 15, 34

rCHARGE Lamp ....................................... 墌 pg. 8

tPower Lamp .................................... 墌 pg. 15, 16

Other Parts

y•Remote Sensor.................................... 墌 pg. 40

•Camera Sensor

Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.

uViewfinder .............................................. 墌 pg. 10

iVideo Light............................................. 墌 pg. 17

oStereo Microphone ................................ 墌 pg. 48

pViewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................... 墌 pg. 57

QShoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... 墌 pg. 10

WGrip Strap .............................................. 墌 pg. 10

ELCD Monitor .................................... 墌 pg. 15, 16

RSpeaker ................................................. 墌 pg. 19

TBattery Pack Mount ................................. 墌 pg. 8

YStud Hole ............................................... 墌 pg. 10

UTripod Mounting Socket ......................... 墌 pg. 10

INDEX

Indications

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording

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1Appears when the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

”.

(墌 pg. 16)

2• : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.

(墌 pg. 24)

• : Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to

“AUTO” and the shutter speed is being

automatically adjusted. (墌 pg. 33)

3Appears when the white balance is adjusted.

(墌 pg. 31)

4•“ⴣ”:Appears when the exposure is adjusted.

(墌 pg. 30)

•: Appears when backlight compensation is

used. (墌 pg. 30)

5Displays the selected Programme AE with special

effects. (墌 pg. 24)

6Appears when the iris is locked. (墌 pg. 30)

7Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is

engaged. (墌 pg. 33)

8Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during

zooming. (墌 pg. 17)

9Appears during zooming.

Zoom level indicator (墌 pg. 17)

0Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.

(墌 pg. 26, 27)

!Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.

(墌 pg. 34)

@Rotates while the tape is running. (墌 pg. 15)

#Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).

(墌 pg. 13)

$Displays the tape remaining time. (墌 pg. 15)

%•“REC” appears during recording.

•“PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby

mode. (墌 pg. 15)

•“PHOTO” appears when taking a Snapshot.

(墌 pg. 28)

^Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert

Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged.(墌 pg. 49)

&Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to

cut down on noise created by wind. (墌 pg. 34)

*•BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD

monitor. (墌 pg. 15)

•SOUND : Displays the sound mode for approx.

5 seconds after turning on the

camcorder. (墌 pg. 33)

(Displays the date/time. (墌 pg. 11)

)Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.

(墌 pg. 29)

qDisplays the Time Code. (墌 pg. 18, 35)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback

1Displays the sound mode. (墌 pg. 36, 37)

2Displays the Blank Search mode. (墌 pg. 22)

3Displays the tape speed. (墌 pg. 13)

4Appears while a tape is running.

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search

: Rewind/Shuttle search

6: Pause

: Forward slow-motion

6: Reverse slow-motion

e: Audio Dubbing

6e : Audio Dubbing Pause

5Displays the date/time. (墌 pg. 36, 37)

6•BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD

monitor. (墌 pg. 15)

•VOLUME : Displays the speaker volume.

(墌 pg. 19)

The level indicator moves.

7Displays the time code. (墌 pg. 36, 37)

12 / 1

BI SOUND

BLANK SEARCH

VOLUME

116:21:25

01:

25. 00

1 32 4

7 6

Indications Function

Displays the battery remaining power.

Remaining power level: high

Remaining power level: exhausted

As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks.

When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

Appears when no tape is loaded. (墌 pg. 12)

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to

“

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.(

墌

pg. 12)

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording or playback.

Use an optional cleaning cassette. (墌 pg. 59)

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait more than

1 hour until condensation disappears.

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAP-

SHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. (墌 pg. 52)

Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.

●Appears when the date/time is not set. (墌 pg. 11)

●Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set

date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 48)

●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

(墌 pg. 48)

●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio.

(墌 pg. 48)

●Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection

tab is set to “SAVE”.(

墌 pg. 48)

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 49)

●Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

(墌 pg. 49)

●Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase

protection tab is set to “SAVE”.(墌 pg. 49)

The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type of malfunction has occured.

When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove

the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear.

When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains,

consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occured. When

an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette

once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume

using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Warning Indications

TAPE!

TAPE END

SET DATE/TIME!

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED USE

CLEANING CASSETTE

CONDENSATION

OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

DIFFERENT

FORMATTED TAPE

A. DUB ERROR!

<CANNOT DUB

ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>

<CANNOT DUB

ON A 16BIT

RECORDING>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB>

A. DUB ERROR!

LENS COVER

INDEX

Indications (cont.)

INSERT ERROR!

<CANNOT EDIT

ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB>

INSERT ERROR!

E01, E02 or E06

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY

E03 or E04

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE EJECT AND

REINSERT TAPE

Terms

Icons ................................................... 墌 pg. 33 – 35

Insert Editing ............................................... 墌 pg. 49

Iris ............................................................... 墌 pg. 30

Iris Lock ....................................................... 墌 pg. 30

Journalistic Shooting ................................... 墌 pg. 16

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications .... 墌 pg. 64 – 66

Load A Tape ................................................ 墌 pg. 12

Manual Focus ............................................. 墌 pg. 29

Menu Screen, CAMERA ............................. 墌 pg. 33

Menu Screen, DISPLAY ........................ 墌 pg. 35, 36

Menu Screen, MANUAL ........................ 墌 pg. 33, 34

Menu Screen, SYSTEM ...................... 墌 pg. 34 – 36

Menu Screen, VIDEO ................................. 墌 pg. 36

Monotone .................................................... 墌 pg. 25

Motor Drive Mode ....................................... 墌 pg. 28

Night-Scope ................................................ 墌 pg. 24

Playback Zoom ........................................... 墌 pg. 42

Power Switch Position ................................ 墌 pg. 16

Programme AE With Special Effects ..... 墌 pg. 24, 25

Provided Accessories .................................... 墌 pg. 5

Random Assemble Editing .................. 墌 pg. 43 – 47

Record-Standby .......................................... 墌 pg. 15

Recording Mode.......................................... 墌 pg. 13

Remote Control ........................................... 墌 pg. 40

Reset........................................................... 墌 pg. 35

Rewind The Tape ........................................ 墌 pg. 19

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AC Adapter ................................................ 墌 pg. 8, 9

Audio Dubbing ............................................ 墌 pg. 48

Auto Date .................................................... 墌 pg. 35

Auto Focus .................................................. 墌 pg. 29

Auto Shut off ......................................... 墌 pg. 15, 19

Backlight Compensation ............................. 墌 pg. 30

Battery Low ................................................. 墌 pg. 66

Battery Pack ........................................ 墌 pg. 8, 9, 58

Beep ............................................................ 墌 pg. 34

Blank Search ............................................... 墌 pg. 22

Brighten The LCD Monitor .......................... 墌 pg. 15

Channels (Left/Right) .................................. 墌 pg. 37

Charge The Battery Pack .............................. 墌 pg. 8

Cinema ........................................................ 墌 pg. 34

Classic Film ................................................. 墌 pg. 25

Clean The Camcorder ................................. 墌 pg. 57

Connections ................ 墌 pg. 8, 9, 20, 21, 38, 44, 50

Darken The LCD Monitor ............................ 墌 pg. 15

Date/Time Display ............................... 墌 pg. 35 – 37

Date/Time Settings...................................... 墌 pg. 11

Demonstration Mode ............................... 墌 pg. 6, 35

Digital Zoom .......................................... 墌 pg. 17, 33

DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ...................... 墌 pg. 33

Dioptre Adjustment...................................... 墌 pg. 10

Dubbing ................................................. 墌 pg. 38, 39

Erase Protection ......................................... 墌 pg. 12

Exposure Control ........................................ 墌 pg. 30

Fade-In/Out ........................................... 墌 pg. 26, 27

Fast-Forward The Tape ............................... 墌 pg. 19

Frame-By-Frame Playback ......................... 墌 pg. 19

Gain Up ....................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Grip Adjustment .......................................... 墌 pg. 10

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Self-Recording ............................................ 墌 pg. 16

Sepia ........................................................... 墌 pg. 25

Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. 墌 pg. 43

Shuttle Search ............................................ 墌 pg. 19

Shutter Speed ............................................. 墌 pg. 25

Slow Shutter ................................................ 墌 pg. 25

Snapshot ..................................................... 墌 pg. 28

Snapshot Mode ........................................... 墌 pg. 28

Snow ........................................................... 墌 pg. 25

Sound Mode .................................... 墌 pg. 33, 36, 37

Speaker Volume .......................................... 墌 pg. 19

Specifications ........................................ 墌 pg. 60, 61

Sports .......................................................... 墌 pg. 25

Spotlight ...................................................... 墌 pg. 25

Squeeze ...................................................... 墌 pg. 34

Still Playback ............................................... 墌 pg. 19

Strobe ......................................................... 墌 pg. 25

Tally ............................................................. 墌 pg. 34

Tele Macro .................................................. 墌 pg. 34

Time Code ..................................... 墌 pg. 18, 35 – 37

Tripod Mounting .......................................... 墌 pg. 10

Twilight ........................................................ 墌 pg. 25

Unload A Tape ............................................. 墌 pg. 12

Video Light .................................................. 墌 pg. 17

White Balance ............................................. 墌 pg. 31

Wide Mode .................................................. 墌 pg. 34

Wind Cut ..................................................... 墌 pg. 34

Wipe In/Out ........................................... 墌 pg. 26, 27

Zooming ...................................................... 墌 pg. 17

See previous page as well.

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