Manual for JVC camcorder

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Dear Customer,Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2 5 to ensure safe use of this product.

Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera:

For Accessories:

http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/

http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/

INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERAGETTING STARTED 8

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 19

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 24

ADVANCED FEATURES 29

REFERENCES 42

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For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference. Model No.Serial No.

To deactivate the demonstration, set DEMO MODE to OFF. ( pg. 29, 32)

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Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording.Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly.

We recommend cleaning your video heads before use.If you havent used your camcorder for awhile, the heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).

Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment.Video heads can become dirty more easily if your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the camcorder in a bag or other container.

Use SP (Standard) mode for important video recordings.LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may experience mosaic-like noise during playback depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment.So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode.

For safety and reliability.It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries and accessories are used in this camcorder.

This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked and memory cards marked or can be used with this unit.

Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

DO NOT leave the unit- in place of over 50C (122F)- in place where humidity is extremely low (below

35%) or extremely high (80%).- in direct sunlight.- in a closed car in summer.- near a heater.

The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)

Do not leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use and check the unit regularly whether it is working or not.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIRAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS:

This camcorder is designed to bNTSC-type color television signused for playback with a televisistandard. However, live recordinmonitor/viewfinder playback areanywhere.

This product includes patented proprietary technology and will with JVC Data Battery. Use the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U band, to recharge them or to supcamcorder from an AC outlet, umulti-voltage AC Adapter. (An aconversion adapter may be necaccommodate different designsdifferent countries.)

This product contains a CR Coin CBattery which contains Perchloratspecial handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswperchlorate

NOTES:

The rating plate (serial number safety caution are on the bottomback of the main unit.

The rating information and safetAC Adapter are on its upper an

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an intended to alert the user to the poperating and maintenance (servthe literature accompanying the

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 (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).Do not block the ventilation holes.(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

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splashing.Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.CAUTION!The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, 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 it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6. Clean only with dry cloth.7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturers instructions.8. Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufactthe apparatus. When a cart is uwhen moving the cart/apparatuavoid injury from tip-over.

11. Unplug this apparatus during ligwhen unused for long periods o

12. Refer all servicing to qualified spersonnel. Servicing is requiredapparatus has been damaged as power-supply cord or plug ishas been spilled or objects havapparatus, the apparatus has brain or moisture, does not operhas been dropped.

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Before Using This Camcorder

Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .Make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or .

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked and memory cards marked or can be used with this unit.

Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an eshow, performance or exhibition forenjoyment, it is strongly recommenobtain permission beforehand.)

Before recording important videmake a trial recording.

Play back your trial recording to mavideo and audio have been recorde

We recommend cleaning your vibefore use.

If you havent used your camcordeheads may be dirty. We recommencleaning the video heads with a cle(optional).

Be sure to store your cassette tacamcorder in the proper environ

Video heads can become dirty morcassette tapes and camcorder are area. Cassette tapes should be remcamcorder and stored in cassette ccamcorder in a bag or other contai

Use SP (Standard) mode for imprecordings.

LP (Long Play) mode lets you recovideo than SP (Standard) mode, buexperience mosaic-like noise durindepending on the tape characteristusage environment. So, for important recordings, we reSP mode.

It is recommended that you use cassette tapes.

Your camcorder is compatible with commercially available cassette tapwith the MiniDV standard, but JVC tapes are designed and optimized performance of your camcorder.Also read CAUTIONS on pages 4

Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

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Wipe/Fader Effects

You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. (

pg. 37)

Program AE, Effects and Shutt

For example, SPORTS modemoving images to be capturedtime, for vivid, stable slow-mot

LED Light

You can brighten the subject inwith the LED Light. (

pg. 33)

Backlight Compensation

Simply pressing the

BACKLIGHT

button brightens the image darkened by backlight. (

pg. 36)

You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. (

pg. 36, Spot Exposure Control)

Major Features of this Camcorder

Fade in

Fade out

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the dark place

Data BatteryYou can check the battery status by simply pressing the DATA button. ( pg. 14)

Live SlowYou can record and play back precious or hard-to-see moments at a slow speed. The sound is recorded and played back in real time. ( pg. 33)

Auto ButtonYou can change the recording mode between manual setting to the standard mode setting of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO button.

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CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED 8

Index................................................................. 8Provided Accessories ..................................... 12Power ............................................................. 13Operation Mode.............................................. 15Language Settings.......................................... 16Date/Time Settings ......................................... 16Grip Adjustment .............................................. 16Viewfinder Adjustment.................................... 17Brightness Adjustment Of The Display........... 17Tripod Mounting.............................................. 17Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 18Loading/Unloading A Memory Card ............... 18

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 19

VIDEO RECORDING ......................

Basic Recording ........................Tape Remaining Time ...........LCD Monitor And Viewfinder .Zooming.................................Journalistic Shooting .............Time Code .............................Quick Review.........................Recording From The Middle O

VIDEO PLAYBACK ........................

Normal Playback .......................Still Playback .........................Shuttle Search .......................Blank Search .........................

Connections To A TV Or VCR...

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C

& PLAYBACK

D.S.C. RECORDING.......................

Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapsho

D.S.C. PLAYBACK .........................

Normal Playback Of Images......Auto Playback Of Images ..........Index Playback Of Files.............Removing On-Screen Display ...

ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.

Resetting The File Name...........Protecting Files..........................Deleting Files.............................Setting Print Information (DPOF Initializing A Memory Card.........

ADVANCED FEATURES 29

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.................. 29

Changing The Menu Settings ......................... 29Recording Menus............................................ 30Playback Menus ............................................. 32

FEATURES FOR RECORDING............................... 33

LED Light ........................................................ 33Live Slow ........................................................ 33Wide Mode...................................................... 33Night-Alive ...................................................... 33Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape)......... 34Manual Focus ................................................. 34Exposure Control ............................................ 35Iris Lock .......................................................... 35Backlight Compensation ................................. 36

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..................... 27Setting) ....... 27..................... 28

Spot Exposure Control.................................... 36White Balance Adjustment.............................. 36Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 37Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 37Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects ....... 38EDITING............................................................ 39Dubbing To A VCR ......................................... 39Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With

A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing).............. 40Connection To A Personal Computer ............. 41

REFERENCES 42TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 42USER MAINTENANCE ......................................... 46CAUTIONS ........................................................ 47SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 50

TERMS 51

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Controls1

Rewind Button [

1

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pg. 21)Left Button [

1

]Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] (

pg. 21)2

Set Button [SET] (

pg. 16)Data Battery Button [DATA] (

pg. 14)3

Stop Button [

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pg. 21)Down Button [

4

]Backlight CompensationButton [BACKLIGHT]

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VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (

pg. 15)5

Play/Pause Button [

6

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pg. 21)Up Button [

3

]Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] (

pg. 34)6

Wide (16:9) Button [16.9] (

pBlank Search [BLANK] ( pg

7Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 28Fast-Forward Button [] (

Right Button [2]Night Button [NIGHT] ( pg. 3

9Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 2LED Light Button [LIGHT]

!Diopter Adjustment Control ("Auto Button [AUTO] ( pg. 15#Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT

( pg. 24, 34)Live Slow Button ( pg. 29, 3

$Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pSpeaker Volume Control [VOL( pg. 21)

%Battery Release Button [PUSH( pg. 13)

&Recording Start/Stop Button ((Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OF)Lock Button ( pg. 15)~Cassette Open/Eject Switch [O

( pg. 18)ConnectorsThe connectors are located bene+USB (Universal Serial Bus) Co

( pg. 41),Digital Video Connector [DV IN

( pg. 40, 41)* i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1

specification and extensions theis used for products compliant wstandard.

-Audio/Video Output Connecto( pg. 23, 39)

.DC Input Connector [DC] ( p

IndicatorsPOWER/CHARGE Lamp ( pg. 13, 19)Other PartsLCD Monitor ( pg. 19, 20)Viewfinder ( pg. 17)Card Cover [ ] ( pg. 18)Battery Pack Mount ( pg. 13)Shoulder Strap Eyelet ( pg. 12)Grip Strap ( pg. 16)Speaker ( pg. 21)LensLED LightCamera Sensor

(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

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necessary for shooting is built-in here.)Stereo MicrophoneStud Hole ( pg. 17)Tripod Mounting Socket ( pg. 17)Cassette Holder Cover ( pg. 18)Memory Card Slot

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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsDuring Video Recording Only

1Tape Running Indicator ( pg(Rotates while tape is running

2Selected Wide Mode Indicato3 : Live Slow Indicator ( pg4Recording Speed Mode (SP/L

(only LP indicator is displayed5Tape Remaining Time ( pg. 6REC: (Appears during recordi$PAUSE: (Appears during Reco

mode.) ( pg. 19)SLOW: (Appears when using L( pg. 33)

7Selected Wipe/Fader Effect In( pg. 37)

8Date/Time ( pg. 31)9Time Code ( pg. 31, 32)!Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS"SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound

( pg. 30) (Appears for approafter turning on the camcorde

During D.S.C. Recording Only

1Image Size: 640 (640 x 480) (2Picture Quality: (FINE) an

(STANDARD) (in order of qua3Remaining Number Of Shots

(Displays the approximate remof shots that can be stored durecording.)

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1Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( pg. 44)

2Operation Mode ( pg. 15)A: Auto ModeM: Manual Mode

3LED Light Indicator ( pg. 33)4 : Night-Alive Indicator ( pg. 33)

: Gain Up Mode ( pg. 31)5Shutter Speed6White Balance Indicator ( pg. 36)7Selected Effect Indicator8Selected Program AE Indicator ( pg. 38)9Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg. 20)!Zoom Indicator ( pg. 20)"Shooting Icon ( pg. 24)

(Appears and blinks during shooting.)#Card Icon ( pg. 24)

: Appears during shooting.: Blinks in white when a memory card is

not loaded.: Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is

reading the data in the memory card.$PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)

( pg. 24, 34): Spot Exposure Control Indicator

( pg. 36): Backlight Compensation Indicator

( pg. 36): Exposure Adjustment Indicator ( pg. 35)Iris Lock Indicator ( pg. 35)

&Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 31)(Date ( pg. 16))Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

( pg. 34)

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During Video Playback

1Battery Remaining Power Indi( pg. 44)

2Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 3Blank Search Indicator ( pg4Tape Speed (SP/LP) ( pg. 3

(only LP indicator is displayed53: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Sea1: Rewind/Shuttle Search8: Pause8 3: Forward Frame-By-FramSlow-Motion2 8: Reverse Frame-By-FramSlow-Motion

6Date/Time ( pg. 32)7VOLUME: Volume Level Indica

BRIGHT: Brightness Control Imonitor/Viewfinder) ( pg. 17

8Time Code ( pg. 32)

During D.S.C. Playback

1Folder/File Number ( pg. 25)2Operation Mode Indicator ( pg. 25)3Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/

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1 AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-2 Battery Pack BN-VF707U3 Audio/Video Cable (3.5 mini-p4 USB Cable5 Core Filter (for USB cable, se

column for attachment)6 CD-ROM7 Shoulder Strap (see the right

attachment)8 Lens Cap (see the bottom foNOTES: In order to maintain optimum perf

camcorder, provided cables may one or more core filter. If a cable hfilter, the end that is closest to theconnected to the camcorder.

Make sure to use the provided caconnections. Do not use any othe

How To Attach The Lens CapTo protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE:To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder.

How To Attach The Shoulder StrapFollow the illustration.1 Thread the strap through the eyelet.2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and the buckle. To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then

tighten the strap in the buckle.3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.

Provided Accessories

OR

Place here duringshooting.

22Strap guide Buckle

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How To Attach The Core FilterAttach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter.

2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm (1-3/16") 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.

3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

NOTES: Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting a cable, attach the end with the

core filter to the camcorder.

31Eyelet

Stopper

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This camcorders 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

1 Set the Power Switch to OFF2 With the arrow on the batterydownward, push the battery packthe battery pack mount 1.3 Slide down the battery pack uplace 2.4 Connect the AC Adapter to th5 Plug the AC Adapter into an APOWER/CHARGE lamp on the cblinks to indicate charging has st6 When the POWER/CHARGEcharging is finished. Unplug the from the AC outlet. Disconnect thfrom the camcorder.

To detach the battery packSlide the battery pack upward while pressing PUSH BATT. to detach it.

* Provided

NOTES: This product includes patented and other

proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using

Power

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2

Battery pack

PUSH BATT.

Power

Battery pack mount

To DC connector

To AC outletAC Adapte

Arrow

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generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

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 POWER/CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again.

If a fully charged battery pack is attached to the unit, the POWER/CHARGE lamp does not blink to indicate that charging is not performed.

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.

Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

Using the optional AA-VF7 Battery Charger, you can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery pack without the camcorder.

After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby mode with the cassette inserted and no operation is performed (PAUSE indicator may not appear), the camcorder will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, the battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camcorder.

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Using The Battery PackPerform steps 2 3 in Charging The Battery Pack.Maximum continuous recording time

* ProvidedNOTES: Recording time is reduced significantly under the

following conditions: Zoom or Record-Standby mode

repeatedly. The LCD monitor is used repea The playback mode is engaged The LED Light is used.

Before extended use, it is recommprepare enough battery packs to planned shooting time.

ATTENTION:Before detaching the power sourcethe camcorders power is turned ofcan result in a camcorder malfunct

Data Battery SystemYou can check the remaining bathe recordable time.1) Make sure the battery is attacPower Switch is set to OFF.2) Open the LCD monitor fully.3) Press DATA, and the battery sappears. It is displayed for approx. 3 sec

button is pressed and releasedapprox. 15 seconds if the buttoand hold for several seconds.

If COMMUNICATION ERRORinstead of the battery status evtried to press DATA several timbe a problem with your battery.consult your nearest JVC deal

Using AC PowerPerform step 4 in Charging The Battery Pack.NOTE:The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

About BatteriesDANGER! 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.

Battery pack LCD monitor on

Viewfinder on

BN-VF707U* 1 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 40 min.BN-VF714U 3 hrs. 3 hrs. 25 min.BN-VF733U 7 hrs. 8 hrs.

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To resume the original function of the accurate battery power indicationIf the battery power indication differs from the actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and then run it down. However this function may not turn back if the battery was used for a long period of time under extremely high/low temperature condition or charged too many times.



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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.

Choose the appropriate operatioaccording to your preference usiSwitch and VIDEO/MEMORY Sw

Auto/Manual ModePress AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator M appears on the LCD monitor.

Auto Mode : AYou can record using no special effects or manual adjustments.Manual Mode : MManual recording is possible by setting various functions.

Operation Mode

Power Switch PositREC: Allows you to perform recordin Allows you to set various reco

using the menus. ( pg. 29)OFF:Allows you to switch off the camPLAY: Allows you to play back a reco

tape. Allows you to display a still im

the memory card or to transfestored in the memory card to

Allows you to set various playusing the Menus. ( pg. 29)

VIDEO/MEMORY SwitchVIDEO:Allows you to record on a tape otape. If REC SELECT is set to( pg. 32), still images are recothe tape and the memory card.MEMORY: Allows you to record in a mem

access data stored in a memo When the Power Switch is set

currently selected image size

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The language on the display can be changed. ( pg. 29, 31)1 Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 19)3 Set the recording mode to M.( pg. 15)4 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.5 Press 3, 4, 2 or 1 to select DISPLAY, and press SET. The DISPLAY Menu appears.6 Press 3, 4, 2 or 1 to select LANGUAGE, and press SET.7 Press 3 or 4 to select the desired language, and press SET or 2. Press 1 whenever you

want to return to the previous menu screen.

8 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. ( pg. 31, 32)1 Perform steps 1 5 in Language Settings (on the left column) 2 Press 3, 4, 2 or 1 to select CLOCK ADJ., and press SET. The date display format is highlighted.3 Press 3 or 4 to select the desired date display format, then press SET or 2. Select from MONTH.DATE.YEAR, DATE.MONTH.YEAR or YEAR.MONTH.DATE.

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1 Adjust the velcro strip. Before making the

adjustment, remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro.

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1 Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

CAUTION:When retracting the viewfinder, takpinch your fingers.

1 Set the Power Switch to REC or PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 19) To adjust the brightness of

the viewfinder, pull out the viewfinder fully and set PRIORITY to FINDER

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( pg. 29, 31).3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. If you are in Playback mode, please proceed to Step 5.4 Press 3, 4, 2 or 1 to select DISPLAY, and press SET. The DISPLAY Menu appears.5 Press 3, 4, 2 or 1 to select BRIGHT, and press SET. The Menu Screen closes and the brightness control menu appears.6 Press 3 or 4 until the appropriate brightness is reached and press SET or 2.7 Press MENU. The menu screen closes.

To 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

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The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.

1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECTof the arrow, then pull the casseopen until it locks. The cassette automatically. Do not touch internal component2 Insert or remove a tape and pclose the cassette holder. Be sure to press only the section

to close the cassette holder; touchmay cause your finger to get caugholder, resulting in injury or produ

Once the cassette holder is closeautomatically. Wait until it recedebefore closing the cassette holde

When the battery packs charge isbe able to close the cassette holdapply force. Replace the battery pcharged one or use AC power be

3 Close the cassette holder covlocks into place.To protect valuable recordingsSlide the erase protection tab on tape in the direction of SAVE. Ttape from being recorded over. Totape, slide the tab back to REC NOTES: If you wait a few seconds and the

does not open, close the cassettand try again. If the cassette holdopen, turn the camcorder off then

If the tape does not load properlycassette holder cover fully and recassette. A few minutes later, ins

When the camcorder is suddenlycold place to a warm environmentime before opening the cassette

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

Make sure the window side is facing out.

Cassette holder cover

OPEN/EJECTPUSH

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Memory card(optional)

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1 Make sure the camcorders power is off.2 Open the card cover ( ).3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first.To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out. Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of

the label.4 Close the card cover.To protect valuable files (available only for SD Memory Card)Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of LOCK. This prevents the memory card from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to LOCK before loading it.NOTES: Some brands of memory cards are not compatible

with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card, consult its manufacturer or dealer.

Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to format the card. ( pg. 28)

ATTENTION:Do not insert or remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or not the card is installed.

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NOTE:Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 13) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 18)

1 Remove the lens cap. ( pg. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully.3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Sw4 Set the Power Switch to RECdown the Lock Button located on The POWER/CHARGE lamp ligh

camcorder enters the Record-Sta PAUSE is displayed.

To record in LP (Long Play) mode5 To start recording, press the RStop Button. REC appears owhile recording is in progress.6 To stop recording, press the RStop Button again. The camcordRecord-Standby mode.Approximate recording time

NOTES: If the Record-Standby mode con

5 minutes and no operation is pe( PAUSE indicator may not acamcorders power shuts off autothe camcorder on again, push bathe viewfinder again or close and monitor.

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 ( pg. 21).

To turn the melody sounds off, pg. 31.

Tape Remaining TimeApproximate tape remaining time appears on the display. min means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking. The time required to calculate and display the

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

LCD Monitor And ViewfinderWhile using the LCD monitor:Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull on the end of the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270 (90 downward, 180 upward).

While using the viewfinder:Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.NOTES: The image will not appear simultaneously on the

LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set PRIORITY to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. ( pg. 29, 31)

Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a malfunction. ( pg. 43)

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ZoomingProduces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.Zoom InSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T.Zoom OutSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards W. The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

NOTES: Focusing may become unstable

In this case, set the zoom while iStandby, lock the focus by using ( pg. 34), then zoom in or out i

Zooming is possible to a maximucan be switched to 32X magnificoptical zoom. ( pg. 30)

Zoom magnification of over 32X Digital image processing, and is Digital Zoom.

During Digital zoom, the quality osuffer.

Digital zoom cannot be used wheMEMORY Switch is set to MEM

Macro shooting (as close as apprthe subject) is possible when the PLever is set all the way to W. AlsMACRO in FUNCTION Menu on

When shooting a subject close toout first. If zoomed-in in the auto camcorder may automatically zodepending on the distance betwecamcorder and the subject. This when TELE MACRO is set to O

Journalistic ShootingIn some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270 (90 downward, 180 upward).Time Code

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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.

* Frames are not displayed during recording.If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from 00:00:00 (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from 00:00:00. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ( pg. 21) 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

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EN 21NOTES: 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. ( pg. 32)Quick ReviewEnables to check the end of the last recording.1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording-Standby mode.2) Tape is rewound for about several seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in the Recording-Standby mode for the next shot. Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is

normal.

Recording From The Middle Of1) Play back a tape or use Blank( pg. 22) to find the spot at whstart recording, then engage themode. (See the right column.)2) Set the Power Switch to RECdown the Lock Button located onthen start recording.

1 Load a cassette. ( pg. 18)2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.

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3 Set the Power Switch to PLAY pressing down the Lock Button locaswitch.4 To start playback, press 6.5 To stop playback, press 7. During Stop mode, press 1 to rew

fast-forward the tape.To control the speaker volumeSlide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. + to turn up the volume, or towarddown the volume.NOTES: The playback picture can be viewed

monitor, viewfinder or on a connecte( pg. 23)

If Stop mode continues for 5 minutesis supplied from a battery, the camcoautomatically. To turn on again, set tSwitch to OFF, then to PLAY.

When a cable is connected to the AVthe sound is not heard from the spe

Still PlaybackPauses during video playback.1) Press 6 during playback.2) To resume normal playback, pres If still playback continues for more th

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Shuttle SearchAllows high-speed search in either direction during video playback.1) During playback, press for forward search, or 1 for reverse search.2) To resume normal playback, press 6. During playback, press and hold or 1. The

search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes.

A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

ATTENTION:During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

Blank SearchHelps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. ( pg. 20)1 Load a cassette. ( pg. 18)2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.3 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.4 Press BLANK. The BLANK SEARCH indication appears and

the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is

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To cancel Blank Search, press 7 or BLANK.NOTES: Before starting Blank Search, if the current

position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

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.

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1Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect VCR has only A/V input conne

2Red to AUDIO R IN*3White to AUDIO L IN** Not required for watching still im

1 Make sure all units are turned off.2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration.If using a VCR, go to step 3.If not, go to step 4.3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCRs instruction manual.4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.6 Start playback on the camcorder. ( pg. 21)To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV

Connections To A TV Or VCR

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Date/TimeSet DATE/TIME to ON or OFF. ( pg. 29, 32)

Time CodeSet TIME CODE to ON or OFF. ( pg. 29, 32)

Indications other than date/time and time codeSet ON SCREEN to OFF, LCD or LCD/TV. ( pg. 29, 32)

NOTES: It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as

the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg. 14)

To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorders Power Switch to REC, 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.

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You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card.NOTE:Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 13) Loading a Memory Card ( pg. 18)

1 Remove the lens cap.2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY SwMEMORY.4 Set the Power Switch to RECdown the Lock Button located on To change the Picture Quality, 5 Press SNAPSHOT. The PHOappears while the snapshot is be To delete unwanted still images,

Files. ( pg. 27) When you do not want to hear th

set MELODY to OFF. ( pg. 2NOTE:If shooting is not performed for appwhen the Power Switch is set to Rsupplied from the battery pack, theoff automatically to save power. To again, push back and pull out the vor close and re-open the LCD monApproximate Number of Stora The number increases or decrea

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Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album.

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1 Load a memory card. ( pg. 18)2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY SwitchMEMORY.3 Set the Power Switch to PLAY pressing down the Lock Button locaswitch. A stored image is displayed.4 Press 1 to display the previous fito display the next file.NOTE:Images shot and stored on the card wdevice with resolutions other than 640be displayed as thumbnails only. Thesimages cannot be transferred to a PC.

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You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically.

1 Perform steps 1 3 in Normal Playback Of Images.2 Press 6 to start Auto Playback. If you press 1 during Auto Playback, files are

displayed in descending order. If you press 2 during Auto Playback, files are

displayed in ascending order.To end Auto Playback, press 7.

You can view several different filememory card at a time. This browmakes it easy to locate a particu

1 Perform steps 1 3 in NormImages.2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to move the frame to the desired file.4 Press SET. The selected file is displayed.

1 Perform steps 1 3 in Normal Playback Of Images.2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select ON SCREEN, and press SET. The ON SCREEN Menu appears.4 Press 4 or 3 to select OFF, and press SET or 2, then press MENU. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery remaining power indicator disappear. To display the indicators again, select ON.

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By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files.

1 Perform steps 1 3 in Normal Playback Of Images. ( pg. 24)2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select NO. RESET, and press SET. The NO. RESET screen appears.4 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECpress SET. The new folder (such101JVCGR) will be made and the next shot starts from DVC00NOTE:If the file name reaches DVC09999(such as 101JVCGR) will be madname will start again from DVC000

The Protect mode helps preventerasure of files.

1 Perform steps 1 3 in NormImages. ( pg. 24)2 Press MENU. The Menu Scre3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select Ppress SET. The PROTECT MenuTo protect the currently displa4 Press 4 or 3 to select CURRENT, and press SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears. 5 Press 1 or 2 to select the desired file.6 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. To cancel protection,

select RETURN. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for

all files you want to protect.

To protect all files stored in the memory card4 Press 4 or 3 to select PROT.ALL, and press SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears.5 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. To cancel protection, select RETURN.NOTES: If the mark appears, the currently displayed

file is protected. When the memory card is initialized or corrupted,

even protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.

To Remove Protection

Resetting The File Name

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Before doing the following, perform steps 1 3 in Protecting Files.To remove protection from the currently displayed file4 Press 4 or 3 to select CURRENT, and press SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears.5 Press 1 or 2 to select the desired file.6 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. To cancel selection, select RETURN. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all files you want to

remove protection.To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card4 Press 4 or 3 to select CANC.ALL, and press SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears.5 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. To cancel selection, select RETURN.

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Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

1 Perform steps 1 3 in Normal Playback Of Images ( pg. 24).2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select DELETE, and press SET. The Menu appears.To delete the currently displayed file4 Press 4 or 3 to select CURRENT, and press SET or 2. The DELETE screen appears.5 Press 1 or 2 to select the desired file.6 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. To cancel deletion, select

RETURN. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for

all files you want to delete.NOTE:If the mark appears, the seleprotected and cannot be deleted.To delete all files stored in the4 Press 4 or 3 to select ALL, aor 2. The DELETE screen appea5 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECpress SET. To cancel deletion, select RETUNOTES: Protected files ( pg. 26) cannot

delete them, remove protection fi Once files are deleted, they cann

Check files before deleting.CAUTION:Do not remove the memory card orother operation (such as turning ofduring deletion. Also, be sure to usAC Adapter, as the memory card mif the battery becomes exhausted dthe memory card becomes corrupt( pg. 28)

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing. You can select one of the 2 print information settings for images stored in the memory card: To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each) or To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints.NOTE:If you load a memory card already set as shown below in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will

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To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)

1 Perform steps 1 3 in Normal Playback Of Images. ( pg. 24)2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select DPOF, and press SET. The DPOF Menu appears.4 Press 4 or 3 to select ALL 1, and press SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears.5 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. The normal playback screen appears. To cancel selection, select

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To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints

1 Perform steps 1 3 in To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each). ( pg. 27)2 Press 4 or 3 to select CURRENT, and press SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears.3 Press 1 or 2 to select the desired file.4 Press 4 or 3 to select the number indication (00), and press SET.5 Select the number of prints by pressing 3 to increase the number, or 4 to decrease the number, and press SET. Repeat steps 3 through 5

for the desired number of prints.

The number of prints can be set To correct the number of prints, s

again and change the number.6 Press 4 or 3 to select RETURN, and press SET. The SAVE? appears. If you did not change any

settings in step 3 through 5, the DPOF Menu reappears.

7 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECthe setting you have just made, a To cancel selection, select CAN

To Reset The Number Of Print

1 Perform steps 1 3 in To PrImages (One Print For Each). (2 Press 4 or 3 to select RESESET. The DPOF screen appears3 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECpress SET. The normal playbackappears. To cancel selection, select RETU The number of prints is reset to 0

images.CAUTION:While performing the above, neverpower, as this may cause the memcorrupted.

You can initialize a memory card any time.After initializing, all files and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY.2 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.4 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to

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select FORMAT, and press SET. The FORMAT screen appears.5 Press 4 or 3 to select EXECUTE, and press SET. The memory card is initialized. When initialization is finished, NO IMAGES

STORED appears. To cancel initialization, select RETURN.CAUTION:Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.

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MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( pg. 29 32)

1 For Video and D.S.C. Record Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

MEMORY. Set the Power Switch to REC w

down the Lock Button located on Set the recording mode to M. (For Video Playback Menu: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Set the Power Switch to PLAY w

down the Lock Button located on For D.S.C. Playback Menu, refer

PLAYBACK ( pg. 24).2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (3 Press MENU. The Menu Scre4 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select thfunction, and press SET. The semenu appears.

5 Setting procedure hereafter dselected function.NOTES: You cannot enter Menu Screen d Certain functions cannot be set in

D.S.C. Recording Menus. These idisplayed in grey/white.

Video Recording and D.S.C. Recording MenusFUNCTION ( pg. 30)SETTING ( pg. 30)SYSTEM ( pg. 31)DISPLAY ( pg. 31)DSC ( pg. 32)

1) Press 4, 3, 1 or 2 to select the desired selection and press SET. Example: WIPE/FADER

Menu2) Press 3 or 4 to select the desired parameter and press SET or 2. Selection is complete. The 3 indicator shows the setting that is

Changing The Menu Settings

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the previous Menu Screen.3) Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.NOTE:Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus.

Video Playback MenuREC MODE ( pg. 32)SOUND MODE ( pg. 32)NARRATION ( pg. 32)BRIGHT ( pg. 32)DATE/TIME ( pg. 32)ON SCREEN ( pg. 32)TIME CODE ( pg. 32)

Example: REC MODE Menu1) Press 3 or 4 to select the desired parameter and press SET or 2. Selection is complete. Repeat the procedure if

you wish to set other function menus.

The indicator shows the setting that is currently saved inside the camcorders memory.

Press 1 whenever you want to cancel or return to the previous Menu Screen.

2) Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.

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FUNCTIONThe following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to REC.[ ] = Factory-preset

( pg. 37), Wipe or Fader Effects

( pg. 38), Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects

( pg. 38), Program AE, EffectsEffects

( pg. 38), Program AE, EffectsEffects

( pg. 35), Exposure Control

( pg. 36), White Balance Adju

[OFF]: Disables the function.ON: When the distance to the suthan 1 m (3.3 ft), set TELE MACYou can shoot a subject as largedistance of approx. 40 cm (1.4 ftDepending on the zoom position, tout of focus.

SETTINGThe following settings are effectiPower Switch is set to REC. [ ] = Factory-preset

[SP]*: To record in the SP (StandLP: Long Playmore economicatimes the recording time.* SP indicator does not appear onNOTES: If the recording mode is switched

picture will be blurred at the switc It is recommended that tapes rec

mode on this camcorder be playecamcorder.

During playback of a tape recordcamcorder, blocks of noise may amay be momentary pauses in the

[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models)16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

OFF: Disables the function.[ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.NOTES:

Recording Menus

WIPE/FADER

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Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition.

The indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be used.

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

* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO.

[SNAP]: Snapshot mode SLOW : Live Slow modeFor details on the procedure, refer to Live Slow ( pg. 33) and Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape) ( pg. 34).* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

is set to VIDEO.

[32X]: When set to 32X while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 32X since digital zoom will be disengaged.64X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 32X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 64X digital magnification.800X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 32X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 800X digital magnification.* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

is set to VIDEO.

SNAP/SLOW*

ZOOM*

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OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.AUTO : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subjects movements are not smooth or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, is displayed.

[OFF]: Disengages the function.ON : Helps cut down on noiswind. The indicator appearsthe sound will change. This is no

SYSTEMThe SYSTEM functions whicthe Power Switch is set to RECapplied when the Power Switch i[ ] = Factory-preset

OFF: Even though not heard whishutter sound is recorded on the[ON]: A melody sounds when anperformed. It also activates the seffect. ( pg. 24, 34)

[RETURN]: Does not reset all sefactory-preset.EXECUTE: Resets all settings topreset.

[LCD]: The image is displayed omonitor when the viewfinder is pthe LCD monitor is opened.FINDER: The image is displayedviewfinder when the viewfinder iswhile the LCD monitor is opened

DISPLAY The following menu settings can be changed only

when the Power Switch is set to REC. The DISPLAY settings except BRIGHT and

LANGUAGE are effective only for shooting.[ ] = Factory-preset

pg. 17, Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

pg. 16, Date/Time Settings

GAIN UP

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[OFF]: The date/time does not appear.ON: The date/time is always displayed.

LCD: Keeps the camcorders display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen.[LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorders display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.

[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. ( pg. 20)

DATE/TIME

ON SCREEN

TIME CODE

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OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place.[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Wipe/Fader and 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 REC.

Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demresume.

NOTES: If a cassette is in the camcorder,

demonstration cannot be turned DEMO MODE remains ON ev

camcorder power is turned off.

DSC[ ] = Factory-preset

[FINE] / STANDARDThe Picture Quality mode can bebest match your needs. Two Pictmodes are available: FINE ( )STANDARD ( ) (in order of quNOTE:The number of storable images deselected picture quality as well as tof the subjects in the images and tmemory card being used. ( pg. 2

[ (TAPE)]: When Snapshot rperformed with the VIDEO/MEMto VIDEO, still images are recothe tape.

/ (TAPE/CARD): Wherecording is performed with the VMEMORY Switch set to VIDEOare recorded not only onto the tathe memory card (640 x 480 pixe

[ ] = Factory-preset SOUND MODE and NARRATIONDuring 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 page 29, select SOUND MODE or NARRATION from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.The setting below are effective only for video playback except BRIGHT and REC MODE.The parameters (except OFF in ON SCREEN,

DEMO MODE

QUALITY

REC SELECT

Playback Menus

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SOUND MODE and NARRATION settings) are the same as in the description on page 30.

Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference.It is recommended you use REC MODE in Playback Menu, when using this camcorder as a recorder during dubbing.* SP indicator does not appear on the sreen.

[STEREO ]: Sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo.SOUND L : Sound from the L channel is output.SOUND R : Sound from the R channel is output.

Although it is not possible to perform audio dubbing with this camcorder, you can hear sound from as audio-dubbed tape during playback using this function.[OFF]: Original sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo.ON: Dubbed sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo. ( pg. 45)MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both L and R channels.

pg. 17, Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

[OFF]: The DATE/TIME does not appear.ON: The DATE/TIME is always displayed.

When set to OFF, the camcorders display disappears.

pg. 20, Time Code

REC MODE [SP]* / LP

SOUND MODE

NARRATION

BRIGHT

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FEATURES FOR RECORDING

LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting.

1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting.OFF: Turns off the light.ON: The light is on always. ( appears.)AUTO: The light turns on automatically when dark. ( appears.)2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start video recording or SNAPSHstill image.NOTES: Be careful not to point the LED L

eyes. If the light does not reach the sub

LED Light setting is ON, the Nigwill be activated, and makes it pothe subject brighter.

There is a difference in the brightimages shot between the center illuminated by the LED Light andareas (which will be darker).

Since subjects are shot at a reduspeed when the LED Light settinwill appear slightly blurred.

This feature is useful for recordinback precious or hard-to-see mospeed. Sound is recorded and plreal time.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Sw2 Set the recording mode to M3 Set SNAP/SLOW to SLOW( pg. 29, 30) The Live Slow indappears.4 Press SNAPSHOT (SLOW) dor playback. The moving pictures are divide

frames. They are recorded or p1.5 seconds, and then normal playback resumes.

This feature is effective when tmode selection is set to both A

NOTE:Available only when the VIDEO/MEset to VIDEO.

This camcorder allows you to choose the type of image output format for video recording.1 Set the Power Switch to REC.2 Press 16:9 button repeatedly to choose your selection.

[4:3]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.

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When using this mode on a TV with a normal screen ratio, refer to your TVs instruction manual.16:9: For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. The 16:9 indicator appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TVs instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.[ ] = Factory-preset NOTE:Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO.

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.1 Set the Power Switch to REC.2 Set the recording mode to M.( pg. 15)3 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Alive indicator appears. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to

provide up to 30 times sensitivity. appears beside while the shutter speed

is being automatically adjusted.To deactivate Night-AlivePress NIGHT again so that the Night-Alive indicator disappears.NOTES: During Night-Alive, GAIN UP or DIS in

SETTING Menu ( pg. 30, 31) cannot be activated.

Night-Alive cannot be activated simultaneously with SNOW or SPORTS of PROGRAM AE, or all modes of SHUTTER. ( pg. 38).

During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.

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This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.2 Set the Power Switch to REC. 3 Set the recording mode to M.( pg. 15)4 Set SNAP/SLOW to SNAP. ( pg. 29, 30) 5 Press SNAPSHOT. There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. The PHOTO indication appears and a still image

will be recorded for approx. 5 seccamcorder re-enters the Record-

You can perform Snapshot also dA still image will be recorded for 5 seconds, then the normal reco

Snapshot is effective when the reselection is set to both A or M

Snapshot mode cannot be used Wide mode (16:9 indicator) is se

Motor Drive ModeKeeping SNAPSHOT pressed inan effect similar to serial photogbetween still images: approx. 1 s The Motor Drive mode is disable

SELECT is set to /

The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity.However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

1 Set the Power Switch to REC. 2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 15)3 Press FOCUS. The

Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape)

Manual Focus

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approx. rding resumes.cording mode .

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step 5 provides raphy. (Interval econd)d when REC . ( pg. 32)

manual focus indicator appears.4 Press 1 or 2 to focus on a subject. When the focus level cannot be adjusted any

further or closer, or will blink.5 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.To reset to Auto FocusPress FOCUS twice.Manual focus is recommended in situations listed below. 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-color wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or 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 .

Manual focusindicator

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Manual exposure control 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

is bright.

1 Set the Power Switch to REC.2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 15)3 Set EXPOSURE to MANUAL in FUNCTION Menu. ( pg. 29) The exposure control menu appe4 To brighten the image, press 3image, press 4. (maximum 6) +3 exposure has the same effect

compensation. ( pg. 36) 3 exposure has the same effect

PROGRAM AE is set to SPOT( pg. 38)

5 Press SET or 2. Exposure adcomplete.To return to automatic exposuSelect AUTO in step 3.NOTES: You cannot use the manual expo

the same time when PROGRAMSPOTLIGHT or SNOW ( pgbacklight compensation.

If the adjustment does not causechange in brightness, set GAIN ( pg. 29, 31)

Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.Use this function in the following situations: 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.

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1 Set the Power Switch to REC.2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 15)3 Set EXPOSURE to MANUAL in FUNCTION Menu. ( pg. 29) The exposure control menu appears.4 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold SET or 2 for over 2 seconds. The indication appears.5 Press SET or 2. The iris is locked.6 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes. The indicator appears.To return to automatic iris controlSelect AUTO in step 3. The exposure control indicator and

disappear.To lock the exposure control and the irisAfter step 3, adjust the exposure by pressing 3 or 4. Then lock the iris in steps 4 6. For automatic locking, select AUTO in step 3. The exposure control and the iris become automatic.

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Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly.With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure.

1 Set the Power Switch to REC.2 Press BACKLIGHT so that the Backlight Compensation indicator appears.To cancel Backlight CompensationPress BACKLIGHT twice so that the indicator disappears.NOTE:Using Backlight Compensation maaround the subject to become too subject to become white.

Selection of a spot metering areprecise exposure compensationone of the three metering areas monitor/viewfinder.

1 Set the Power Switch to REC2 Set the recording mode to M3 Press BACKLIGHT twice so Exposure Control indicator A spot metering area frame ap

center of the LCD monitor/view4 Press 2 or 1 to select the desmetering area frame.5 Press SET. Spot Exposure Control is enga Exposure is adjusted to make t

the selected area most appropTo lock the irisAfter step 4, press and hold SETseconds. The indication appis locked.To cancel Spot Exposure ConPress BACKLIGHT once so thaindicator disappears.

NOTES: You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the

same time with following functions. 16:9 in WIDE MODE ( pg. 33) STROBE in EFFECT ( pg. 38) Digital Zoom ( pg. 20)

Depending on the shooting location and condition, optimum result may not be attained.

The white balance refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced.

Backlight Compensation

Spot Exposure Control

White Balance Adjustment

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The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction.To change the settingSet W. BALANCE to the desired mode. ( pg. 29) The selected mode indicator except AUTO

appears.[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.

MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. (Manual White Balance Adjustment ( pg. 37))

FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.

[ ] = Factory-presetTo return to automatic white balanceSet W. BALANCE to AUTO. ( pg. 29)

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Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting.

1 Set the Power Switch to REC.2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 15)3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.4 Select MWB in W. BALANCE menu ( pg. 29), then press and hold

begins blinking. When the setting is completed, 5 Press SET or 2 to engage the6 Press MENU. The Menu Screthe Manual White Balance indicadisplayed.NOTES: In step 3, it may be difficult to foc

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