JVC GR-AXM225 User manual

JVC
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-AXM225
ComnactVHS
Ivllsl_
INSTRUCTIONS
For customer Use:
Enter below the Model NO. and Serial No. which is located on the
bottonl of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
ENGLISH
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 -5
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE 6
MAJOR FEATURES 7
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES 7
BasicRetarding .......................... 14
Basic Feafares ........................... 1G
AdvancedFeafnres ...................... 20
BasicPJayback ........................... 30
Feafnrns .................................. 31
(annedions ............................... 32
UsingThe (ossefte Adapter ........... 34
USER MAINTENANCE 35
TROUBLESHOOTING 38 -3"7
INDEX 38 -4-]
(onfrals, Connedors And
indicators ............................... 38
indications ................................ 40
CAUTIONS 42 -44
TERMS 45
SPECIFICATIONS 48 -4"7
ESPANOL 48 -49
FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) 50
WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) 51
LYT0538-001A

DearCustomer,
Thanl<youforpurchasingtheIVCCrlmpactVHScamcorder.Beforeuse,[)lease read the safety information
and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
° All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover.
• 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 (_-z_ pgs. _8 41 ) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of this product.
You recommended to carefully read the cautions 42 44 before
are on pages use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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
equilatera_ triangle, is intended to alert the taser to the
presence of uninsuIated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons¸
The exclamabon point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operabng and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The AA-V16U AC Power Adapter/Charger
should be used with:
A( 120 V'_, 60 Hz in the USA and (anada,
AC 110 240 V'_, 50/60 Hz in other countries.
CAUTION (applies to the AA-V16U)
TO PREVENT ELECTRI( SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
ATTENTION (s'applique _ I'AA-V16U)
POUR (VITER LES(HO(S ELECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLL/SLARGE DE LA
FI(HE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE
DE LA PRISEETPOUSSERJUSQU'AU FOND.
This (]lass B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-00 L
(et appareil num6rique de la classe B est
conk/rme 3 la norme NMB-003 du ( anada.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THiS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100'( or
incinerate.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if tile battery
is incorrectly replaced.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
replaced.
[] Dispose of used battery promptly.
[] Keep away from children.
[] Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
NOTES:
[] Tile rating plate (_erial number plat_) and safety
caudorl are orl tile bott_;m arid/or tile back ot
tile main urfit.
[] The rating inibm_atiorl arid safety cautiorl ot the
AC Power Adapter/( harger ar_ on it_ bottom.

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with atelevision of adifferent standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder
playbacl< are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V11 U/V12U/V20U battery pad<s _md, to rech_rge them, the
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. {An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary
to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countriesd
ATTENTION:
The prr)duct that you have purchased is powered by _ rech_ugeable battery. The b<_tteryis recyclable. At
the ei_d of it<>useful life, under various _tate ai_d lac<d laws, it m4y he illeg,4 t<_dispose of tlqs b<_tteryMto
the municipal waste stre<ilTi.Checl<with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for
recycling options or proper disposal.
The EPA certified RBR( _ Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is
voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their
useful life, when tal<en ()tit of service in tile United States. The RBR( _ program prr)virJes a convenient
alternative to placMg used Ni-Cd batteries h)k_ the trash or the municipal vvastu stream, which may be
illegal in you r area. Please call 1-800-8- BATTERY r,_for ink)rmatir)n or/ N i-(::d battery recycli ng and
disposal bans/restrictions ii_ your area. }VC's il_k/olvemel_t in this program is part of our commitment to
preserving our elhvironFnel_t and conserving otir natural resources.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or oil a shelf, mal<e sure that is has sufficient space oil all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (_-15/16") or more oil both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocl<ed by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No nal<ed 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 dr) not ))lace any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, clips etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shr)ck may be caused.)

Electricalenergycanperformmanyusefulfunctions.
ButimproperusecaR1restiltinpotentialelectrical
shockorfirehazards.Thisproducthasbeen
engineered and iTlannt_ictuled to assure your
perstlna] safety. In order not to defeat the buiff-in
safeguards, observe the following Basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing.
ATTENTION:
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions
marl<ed on your product and its operating instruc-
tions. For your safety, [)lease read all the safety and
operating instructions before you operate this
product and I<eep this manual for future reference.
INSTALLATION
I. Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equil-lped with a l-lolarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
(B) Your product may be equil-)ped with a 3-wire
grounding4ype plug, a plug having a third (ground-
ing) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
2, Power Sources
Operate your product only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer or local power company. If your
product is intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
4. Power Cord Protection
Power supl-lly cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or l-linched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.
5. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked or covered.
o Do not block the openings by placing the product on a
bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
, Do not place the product in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.
6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be t'Nounted to a wall or ceiling only
as recommended by the manufacturer.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable systern is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-ul-i static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.
2. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused tor long
I-_eriodsof time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
3. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
ELECTRICSERVICE
I EQUIPMENT
LEADINWIRE
ANTENNA UNIT
(NECSECTION
810-20)
(NEDSECTION810-21)
POWERSERVICEGROUNDINGELECTRODESYSTEM
(NECART250. PARTH)
NEC -NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

USE
1. Accessories
To avoid personal injury:
•Do not place this product on an unstable cat_,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may t\dl, causing
serious injury to a child or aduh, and serious
damage to tile product.
•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recornmended by the rnanufacturer or sold with the
product.
•Use a mounting accessory rec()rnmended by tile
manufacturer ancl follow file manut\lcturer's
instructions i(/r any rn()unting of the product.
•Do not try t(/roll a cart with small casters across
fllresholds or deep-pile carpets.
2. Product and Cart PORTABLE CARTWARNING
Combination (Symbolprovidedby RETAC)
A product and cart
cornbination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive f()rce, and
ur/ever/stlrfaces I_lay Catlse
the product and cart
c(/mbi nati(/n to (/vertu I"11.
3. Water and Mokture
Do not use this pr(/duct near water_(/r example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming [)(/(/I and
the like.
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any I<ind into this pr()duct
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out [)arts that could result in a
fire (/r electric shock. Never spill liquid of ally kind
on the Dr()([uct.
5. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recoil/mended lay tile
rnanut\_cturer of this product as they may cause
hazards.
6. CIeaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Dr/n(/t use liquid cleaners (/r aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cl(/th for cleaning.
7. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
SERVICING
1. Servicing
If your pr()duct is not ()perating c()rrectly or exhibits a
marl<ed change in perf()riT/ance and you are unable
t() restore normal operation by following the detailed
procedure in its ()perating instructi()ns, dr)not
attempt t(/service it yourself as opening or removing
covers may exDose you t() dangeroLis voltage (11 other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
2. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under file
following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord (11plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, (11objects have fallen
into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls rnay resuh in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or darnaged in
any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change ill
perforrnance_his indicates a need for service.
3. Replacement Parts
When replacement [)arts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement [)arts
specified by tile manufacturer ()r have the same
characteristics as the original [)art. Unauthorized
substituti(/ns may result in fire, electric sh(/cl< or other
hazards.
4. Safety Check
Up()n c()mpletion ()f any service ()r repairs to this
product, ask the service technician t(/perform safety
checks to determine that file pr(/duct is in safe
operating condition.

SUPPLY POWER
Hook on.
'Push in.
BATTERYRELEASE
Ush_g the battery Pack
Hook its end to the canlcorder (_) and push tile
battery pacls in until it locks in place ®.
(( harging procedure, _-T_pg. 8)
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATTERYRELEASEand pull out tIle battery
pack.
PLAYBACK
Rewind (_) Button
Stop (m) Button Set to
"PLAY",
_1_ Set tile Power Switch to "PLAY".
InJ Press ,_41.
The tape will auton/atically stop at the
beginning of tile tape.
[] Press I_/1111.
Playbacls starts and the playback picture
appears.
o To stop playback, press m.
(For more details, _T_ pg. 30.)
•The viewfinder switches off automatically to
save power when the LCD monitor is opened
at an angle of over 60 degrees.
oThe LCD monitor turns on/off when it is
opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.
Or Simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR
using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).
z_ pg. 34
INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE
PUSH Button EJECT Switch
[] Open the L(D monitor fully.
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.
[] Insert a video cassette.
[] Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.
(For more details, _z _ pg. 10)
SHOOTING
SCOVER
en/Close Ring
to "AUTO"
or "Pro.".
Recording Start/Stop Button
[] Turn tile LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to
open the lens cover.
1_1Setthe Power Switch to "AUTO" or "PR(-).'.
The power lamp will light and an image
will appear.
[] Pressthe Recording Start/Stop Button.
Recrlrding starts.
• To stop recording ternporarily, momentarily
Dress the Recording Start/Stop Btltton r)nce
again.
(For mr)re details, _-T_pgs. 14, 15)
•The viewfinder swit('hes off automati('ally to
save power when the LCD monitor is opened
at an angle of over 60 degrees.
• The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is
opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.

ProgramAE with Special
Effects (_-_ pg. 21)
[] Electronic Fog Filter [] ND Effect
[] Sepia [] Twilight [] Sports [] Nega/Posi
[] 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
TBC (Time Base Corrector) ]
(_-_pg. 31)
Picture Stabilizer (_-_ pg. |8)
Digital Hyper Zoom(_ pg. 16) ]
mPROVIDED ACCESSORIES
*AC Power *Cassette Adapter
Adapter/ (VHS Playpak)
Charger C-P7U
AA-V] 6U *Shoulder Strap
• Battery Pack
BN-V11 U• Lithium Battery CR2025
(for clock operation)
*DC Cord
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON" (factory-preset).
mAvailable wher_ the Power Switch is set to "AUTC)" or "PRO,".
mOperating the Power Zoom Lever during the demorlstmtiorl stops the
demorlstmtiorl temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved tbr
more tharl 1 mirlute after that, the demonstration will resume.
mTo cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the P*;wer Swit_t_ to "PRO."
and press MENU while the demo is in pr*;gress. This takes y*m directly
to the demo mode? Setting Menu &o y_>u will not have to go thn>ugh
the main Menu S( reen,) Rotate the Select Wheel to select "OFF" and
press it,
NOTE:
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, den}orlstratiorl is riot available.
SetUng Menu
H_ Cassettes marl<ed _ can be used with this carncorder.

Battery pad( BN-V11U,
BN-V12U or BN-V20U
Marks
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V16U
DC OUT connector
Battery pack Charging time
BN-V1] U approx. 1 hr. 10 rain.
BN-V12U (optional) approx. 1 hr. 10 rain.
BN-V20U (optional) approx. 1 hr. 50 rain.
Power
This camcorder's 3-way power supply system lets you
chor)se the most appropriate source of Dower. Do not LlSe
provided pr)wer supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Make sure you unplug the camcorder's DC cord from
the A( Power Adal)ter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger's power cord into an AC outlet.
Align the marl<s and slide the battery pacl< in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in [)lace. The
( HARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
When the ( HARGE indicator stops blinldng but stays
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery in the
opposite directirln of the arrow and lift off. Remember
to unplug the A( Adapter/( harger's power cord from
the A( outlet.
nlarker
ATTENTION:
( harging a battery with some charge
remaining reduces that battery's capacity.
Perform the procedure below to fully
discharge the battery pacl< before
rechanging.
1. Attach the battery pacl< to the camcorder
and mal<e sure a cassette is not inserted,
then set the Power Switch to "AUT()" or
"PRO.".
2. The camcorder power turns off
automatically when discharging is
complete.
When yrlu are not using a battery pacl< for
a long period of time, be sure to fully
discharge it before storing because leaving
a battery with some charge left over also
redtlces perforll/a nce.
Charge Marker
A charge marl<er is provided on the battery pack to help
you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two
colors are provided (red and black) you choose which
one means charged and which means discharged.
NOTES:
•Pertbrm charging where the temlJemture is between 1@*
and _°C (_@*F and _25°F;. 20 ° t_*25°C (68°F to 77_*F; is
the ideal temperature rarlge for charging,. If the environ-
17}e/-}tis to() _old], charging may be incomplete.
•Charging times noted above are J;r afully discharEed
battery pack.
•Charging time varies according to the ambient
temperature and the status of the battery pack.
•T_)aw)id interference with receptiorb do not use the AC
R)wer Adal_ter/Charg, er near a radio.
•If you connect the camcorder'_ DC cord to the a&_pter
during battery charging, power is supplied to the
camcorder and charging stops.
•Since the AC Power Adaptel/Charger processes
electricity irttemally, it becomes warm during use. Be
sure to use it orlly irl well-ventilated areas.
•When charging the battery pack lbr the first time or after
aI_;ng st_)rage period, the CHARGE indicator may riot
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC
R)wer Adapte_/Charger, then try charging again.
•If the batter), operatior_ time remains extremely short
even after having been tblly charged, the battery is worn
()tit arid need_ t_; be replaced. Please purchase a rlew
one.
•Remember to set the charge marker after charging a
battery pack or after detaching a discharEed one fr_)m
your cal)gcordec

Hooh on,
Push in,
BATTERY RELEASESwitch
ATTENTION:
Before detaching tile power source,
make sure that the camcorder's power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
INFORMATION:
VU- V856KIT is aset comp_*sed of the
BN-V856U batter), pack and AA-V80U AC
Power Adapt_/Chargec
Read the VU-VS_6KITq irlstructiorl manuals
before using.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery
pack using the provided A C Power Adapter/
Charger. Use the _;ptional AA- V80U AC Power
Adapter/( ha/_el:
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hool< its end to the camcorder (_ and push the battery
pacl< in until it Iocl<s in place ®.
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a
malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack...
.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pacl<.
Approximate recording time
LCD LCD LCD
Battery pack monitor off/ monitor on/ monitor on/
Viewfinder on Viewfinder off Viewfinder on
BN-V1 I U I In: 30 rain. I hr. 20 rain. 1 hr. 10 n'fin.
{45 nlill.) {45 nlill.) (40 n'lill.)
BN-V12U I In: _0 nlill. I Ill. 20 nlill. 1 hr. 10 Inill.
(optional) {45 nlill.) {45 nlill.) (40 n'lill.)
BN-V20U 2 hrs. 20 InilL 2 hrs. 10 mill 1 hr. 55 InilL
(optional) {I hr. 20 nlin.) (1 hr. 15 Inin.) {I hr. 10 Inin.)
BN-V856U 9 hrs. 30 InilL 8 hrs. 40 mill 7 hrs. 40 mill
(optional) (5 hrs. 30 nlin.) (5 hrs. 10 Inin.) 14 hrs. 50 nlin.
NOTES:
•Recording time is reduced _ignificantly under the
lbllowing conditions:
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
The LCD monit_;r is used repeatedl_
•Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough batter), packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
To DC IN
To car's
J cigarette
•# lighter
Car Battery Cord sorket
AP-V7U (optional)
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3U (optional)
USING Ac POWER
Use the At_: Power Adapter/( harger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
NOTES:
•The provided At Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range tr_;l_ 110 V
to 240 _Z
•For other note_, _Z_pg. 8.
USING A cAR BATTERY
Use the optional (dr Battery Cord or tar Battery ( harger/
Adapter (connect as dlown in the illustration).
NOTES:
•Wherl using the car battery, leave the engirle idling.
•The optional Car Battery (harger (BHAZ_U) car_ also be
used to cha¢_e the battery pack (except BN- V20U/
V856U).
•When using the optiorlal Car Battery Charger or Car
Battery Cord (AP- V7UL refer to the respective instruction
booklet,

Battery holder
©-,©
Switch off the unit's power and remove tile power
supply unit (battery pack, A( Power Adapter/Battery
Charger, etc.).
Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the
camcorder.
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have
the "+" marl< visible.
Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a
click.
NOTES:
•See "57_FETY PRECAUTIONS" (_ ,_pg. 2) f_r infonnatior_
on sate handling of lithium batteries.
•To avoid losing the batter), arid/or batte O, holder, place
tile camcorder with tile grip side up as shown in tile
illustration when inserting/r_n_oving tile battery,
Cassette holder
PUSH Button ERECTSwitch
Turn to take
up slack,
Erase Protection tab Gear
[.oadinti/UnloadintlACasse|te
Open the L(D monitor fully.
Slide EJECT until tile cassette holder opens. Do not
use force to r)pen.
Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make
sure tile label is t\lcing outward.
Press PUSH to close the cassette holder until it locks
into place. (lose the L(D monitor.
NOTES:
• (losing tile LCD monitor while tile cassette holder is still
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor,
•The cassette holddr can't be opened unless apower
supply is attached,
•Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear orl the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
G,Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in tile position that
allow< recording. If not, slide the tab, Some cassettes
have removable tabs, If the tab has been removed, cover
the hole with adhesive tape,
•Tile cassette holder carlrlot be operled while tile
camcorddr is irl the rdc_;rd mode.

Selectwhr_eel
Display
O
O
O
Menu Screen 1
Menu Screen 2
DATE/TIME Menu
-12-hour indication
with AM or PM
Date/Time Settings
Set tile Power Switch to "PRO.". Tile power lamp
comes on.
Press MENU. The Menu Screen al)pears.
Rotate tile Select Wheel to move tile highlight bar to
"NEXT" in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display
Menu Screen 2. Then, rotate it to move the highlight
bar to "DATF/TIME" and press it. The DATE/TIME
Menu appears.
• T() return to the previous settings, rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to "EXIT" and
press it, then go to step 7.
• To set only the time without changing the date, go
to step 5.
To set "YEAR", "MONTH" or "DAY", rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired item,
a nd press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate
the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and
then press it. The setting stops blinl<ing.
Repeat for other date settings.
Rotatethe Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
"TIME" and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinl<ing, rotate the Select Wheel until the
correct setting appears and then press it. When the
hour setting stops blinldng and tile minute setting
begins blinl<ing, rotate the Select Wheel until the
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute
setting stops blihiring.
When none of these settings ("YEAR", "MONTH",
"DAY", "TIME") blinl<s, rotate the Select Wheel to
move the highlight bar to "EXIT", and press it. The
Menu Screen reappe_,s with the highlight b_, on
"RETURN".
Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.
1
NOTE:
T_ display tile date and time in tile camcorder'_ display
and on a o;nnect_d TV, see "Date/Time Insert"
('_/pg. 2_).

Se[ed Whr_eel
SP/EP Recording
Mode Button
MENU Button
RecordingModeSetting
Set depending on your preference.
U et tile Power Switch to "AUTO" or "PRO.". Press SP/
EP for more than 1 second. "SP" (Standard Pby)
provides higher picture and srlund quality and is better
for dt bb iS, while "EP" (Extended Play) is more
ecollomical, providil/g three tirnes the recording time.
NOTE:
It the recording mode is switched durirlg recordirlg, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switchirlg poirlt.
Viewfinder
Display
I-
.j.
h indicator
Recording mode
indkator
Menu Screen
TAPELENGTH
Setting Menu
TapeLengthSetting
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
/Ised.
Set the Power Switch to "PRO.", then press MENU.
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
"TAPE LENGTH", then press it. The TAPE LENGTH
Setting Menu appears.
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to
the correct tape length setting. T20=20 minutes of
recording time, T30= _0 minutes, T35=35 minutes,
and T40=40 minutes (in SP).
• To return to the previous setting, rotate the Select
Wheel to move the highlight bar to "EXIT".
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears
with the highlight bar on "RETURN". Press the Select
Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.
NOTE:
The tape remairlirlg time (_ /pg. 14) cli_played in the
viewfinder is correct only if the c_;rrect tape length has
been selected.

_Owl_r Zoonl Lever
,Recording
Start/Stop Bulton
GripAdjustment
_ Separate the Velcro strip.
P_lss your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power
Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
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1v
I®,1
Setto "CAMERA"
("AUTO" or "PRO,"),
1 \
VJewfJnder AcJjustmenl
Set tile Power Switch to "( AMERA" ("AUT(-)" or
"PRO.").
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.
Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
ShoulderStrapAttachment
the illustration, thread the strap through the
then fold it back and thread it through the
Jclde _. Repeat the procedure to attach the other
end of the strap to the other eyelet _), malting sure
the strap is not twisted.
Adjust as shown in the illustration _).
TripodMountin9
U lign the screw and camera direction stud on tile
tripod with the camera's mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legsfully to stabilize the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.

LENSCOVEROpen/CloseRing
Power Switch
Recording Start/Stop Button
Tape remaining time
indicator
(Approximate)
---MIN _ 120MIN _119MIN ...........
(Now cak ulath_g)
0MIN _IMIN _2MIN _3MIN _'-"
(1_1hlidng) (13[inkiug) (13[iuking)
DISPLAY Bu_on
TOAdjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor
.... rotate tile Select Wheel (BRIGHT) until tile
bright level indicator on the display moves
and the appropriate brightness is reached.
NOTE:
You should already have perk>m_ed the i_n)cedur_s listed
below, !f not, do so before o*ntinuing.
•Power (_ r pg. 8)
eRecording Mode Setting (_ /i)_, 12)
•LoadA (assett_ (_ /pg, 10;
•(;rip Adjustment (_ /pg, 1_)
•Viewfir_derAdjustn_ent (_Z_pg. 13)
Shoot!.ngWhileWatchingThe
Vlewfinder
Mal<e sure tile L(D monitor is closed and locked.
Turn the LENS COVER Open/( lose Ring to ripen the
lens cover. Set the Power Switch to "(AMERA"
("AUTO" or "PRC)."). The power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters tile Record-Standby mode.
"PAUSE" is displayed in the viewfinder.
Press the Recording Start!Stop Button. "_c,, appears
in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.
ShootingWhileWatchingThe
LCDMonitor
Make sure tile LCD monitor is fully open. Turn the
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens
cover. Setthe Power Switch to "CAMERA" ("AUTO"
or "PRO."). The power lamp lights and the
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
"PAUSE" is displayed in the LC:Dmonitoc
Tilt tile LCD monitor upward/downward for best
viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
"_g" appears in the LCD monitor while recording is
in progress.
NOTE:
Wher_ y_>u use the LCD monitor outr/oor_ in direct
sun/ight, tile LCD 17}onitor may be difiTcuh t_*see, If this
happens, use tile viewfinder instead.
To Stop Recording,..
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mr)de.
AUTO : Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.
PRO. : Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.
OFF : Switches off the camcorder.
PLAY : Allows you to [)lay back your recordings.

NOTES:
•Wherl the Power Switch is set to CAMERA arid the LCD monitor is operled at arl angle _f60 degrees or
more, the LCD morfitor switd_es on and the viewfinder switd_es off automatically to save power,
•The cassett_ hoht_r carlrlot be opened unless a power supply is attached.
•There may be adelay after you slide ELECT urltil the cassette holder opens, Do riot use force.
•The time required to ca/(ulate the remairling tape lerlgth, arid the accuracy otthe calculation, may vary
according t_*the type ot tape used.
•The tape rdmairling time irldicator is correct orlly if the correct tape length has beerl selected (_z _pg. 12).
•"TAPE END" appear_ wherl the tape reaches its erld, arid the powergoes offautomatically if left irl this
corlditiorl tbr _ minutes. "TAPE END" also appear_ wherl a cassette whose tape is already at it_ erld is loaded.
•If the Record-Standby mode c_;ntinues for _minutes without performing Z_;om or any other operations, the
camcorder'_ povvdr shut_ off aut_*maticalh4 Set the Power Switch t_* "OFF'; and then back to "(AMERA" to
tun] the camcoRJer on again.
•If the Recording Start/Stop buttorl is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has corltirlued J;r over 5
mirlut_g recording may riot start imlnediately,
•Ityou are recording orl a cassett_ from the middle (_uch as wherl a tape is removed arid rd-it-lserted during
rdcording), use the Retake function (¢ /pg. 17) to firld the end of the bst rdcording so you do not erase any
ot it.
• While shooting, sound is riot heard lr_;m the speakec
Serf-Recording
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).
INTERFACE SHOOTING
The person you shoot can view hirnself/herself in the LCD
monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing
your own image in the LCD monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees
so that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted
upward to an angle of over approx. 105 degrees, the
monitor image is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder
also switches on.
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-
recording) and start recording.
During Intert\_ce Shooting, the monitor image and
indications do nrlt appear inverted as they would when
viewing a mirror.
NOTE:
The morlitored image carl be viewed orl the L<D m_rlitor
arid in the viewfinder,
LcD MONITOR/VIEWFiNDER INDIcA-
TIONS
Press DISPLAY for more than I second to mal<e the
following indications appear/disappear from the
cacncorder% display: cassette warning, tape remaining
time, battery pacl< remaining power indicator and tape
length indicator _'_ ;pg. 40, 41 ).
NOTE:
Even if the indications are ofl_ the tape remaining time
appear_ blinking wherl the tape is near its end, arid the
battery pack remairling power irldicator appears blirlking
wherl the power is almost gone,

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
Zoom out (W: Wkle angle)
Display
indicator
broxlmate
zoom ratio
PowerZoom Lever
FEATURE:Zooming
PURPOSE:
To produce tile zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification
offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital
ZOOIT/.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T".
Zoom Out
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "W".
mThe further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicl<er the zoom action.
NOTES:
•Focusing may become unstabb during Z_oming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record Starldby,
lock the focus by usirlg the marlual lbcus
(;7* pg. 28/, ther_ zoom in or out in Record mode.
•The zoom level indicator (m) moves during zoom.
Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of
the zoom irldicator bar, all magnification t_'_;m that
point is through digital processing.
•When using Digital Z_)om, the quality of image may
suffer. To deactivate Digital Z_;om, set "D.ZOOM"
t_; "OFF" in the Menu Screen (_ ,_pg. 23).

RETAKE
Button
Display
5Sec, Rec mode indlcator
5SEC, REC Button
PURPOSE:
To check the end of the last recording.
OPERATION:
1) Set the Power Switch to "( AMERA" ("AUTO" or
"PRO.").
2) Press _ and release quicldy during the Record
Standby mode.
mTape is rewound for approx. 2 seconds and played
back automatically, then pauses in Record Standby
mode for the next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at the start Otl_laybactc This is
rloYll]aL
FEATURf; Refa ke
PURPOSE:
To re-record certain segR]ents.
OPERATION:
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby
mode.
2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point
for new recording. Pressing I_- forwards the tape
and pressing _ reverses it.
3) Press the Recrlrding StaBt/Stop Button to start
recording.
NOTE:
Noise bar_ appear and pictures may bec_me
morlochr_me or darken durirlg Retake. This is rlormaL
FEATURE:$Sec. Rec (S-see. Recording)
PURPOSE:
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quicl< scene
transitions like those seen in TV programs.
OPERATION:
mMake sure the recording mode is set to "SP".
1) During Recrlrd Standby, press 5SEC. REC. "'ill 5S"
appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.
2) Press the Recording StartJStop Button. Recording
starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode
automatically.
into cancel the 5Sec. Rec. functirln, press 5SEC. REC
again so that "_ 5 S" disappears.
NOTE:
Fade/_Vipe (_ /pg. 20; cannot be activated by
pressing 5SEC. REC.
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Display
Picture stabilizer
indicator
FEATURE:Picture Stabiffzer
PURPOSE:
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-
shake, particularly at high magnification.
OPERATION:
Press P. STABILIZER. "C_,/appears.
[] To switch off the Picture Stabilizet_ press
P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.
NOTES:
•Accurat_ stabi/ization may not be possible if hand
shake is e_*wessiw, _r uncl_r the lb/Iowing corlditions:
•dherl shootin_ subjects with vertical or horizontal
stripes,
•When shootin_ dark or dim subjects.
When shooting subject_ with dxcessivd baclJighting.
When shooting scenes with movement in various
directions.
When shooting scerle_ with Iow-c_)rltmst bacl<ground_.
•Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recordint4
with the camcorder on a tripod.
•* The "C_,_" indicat_>r appears blinkin_ if the
Stabilizer cannot be used.

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch
DANGER
[] The video light can become extremely
hot. Do not touch it either while in
operatiol3 or soon after tLirning it off,
otherwise serious injury may result.
[] Do not [)lace the camcorder into the
carrying case icnmediately after using the
video light, since it remains extremely
hot for some time.
[] When operating, keep a distance of
about _0 cm (11-13/16") between tile
vide() light and people or objects.
[] Do not use near flammable or explosive
materials.
[] It is recommended that you consuh your
nearest JV( dealer for replacing the video
light.
FEATURE:Video Light
PURPOSE:
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
OPERATION:
Set L[GHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:
OFF Turns offthe 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 tulrned on.
mThe video light car/only be used with the
camcorder's power Ol3.
mIt is recommended to set the white balance
(_7_ pg. 29) to :,'_: when you use the video light.
mWhen not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
NOTES:
[] Even it the battery indicator (_) d_es not blink if
the battery pack"_ charge is low, the camcorder may
turn off automatically wherl you turn orl the video
light, or when you start rdo;rding with the video light
tllrr}ed or}.
[] When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to "AUTO":
•Depending on the lighting c_;nditions, the video
light may keep turning on and oil In this case,
manually switch tile light on or off using LIGHT
OFF/AUTO/ON,
•While the "Sport_" or "High Speed Shutter" mode
(_ /pg. 21) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
•While the "Twilight" mode (_7 _pg: 21) is engaged,
the light will not activate.

EFFECT
Recording Stall/Stop Button
Fade/Wipe Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.
Fade- or wipe-in wr)rks at recording start, and tLide- or
wipe-out worl<s at recording end or when you enter
Record Standby mode.
Set the Power Switch to "PRO.".
Press EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode's
name and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The effect is reserved.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate t\_de-
in/out or wiped n/out.
To cancel a fade or wipe, press EFFECTrepeatedly
until "OFF" appears.
"OFF" is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade/wipe standby mode is canceled.
[] FADER
Fades in/out to a blacl< screen.
[] MOSAIC (Fader)
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic
pattern.
[] SHUTTER (Wipe)
A blacl< screen moves in from the to[} and bottom, closing
over the image like a shutter, or a new image pushes open
the black screen vertically from the center.
[] SLIDE (Wipe)
A black screen moves ill from the left to gradually cover
the image, or a new image moves in fiom right to left.
[] DOOR (Wipe)
Wipes in as the two h_dves of a bBcl< screen open to the
left and right, revealing the scene, or wipes out and the
black screen reappears from left and right to cover the
scene.
NOTES:
•Pressing and holding tile Recording Start/Stop
Button allows you to wtry the length for the
image durin,_, t:trle in/out or wipe in/out.
•The screen becomes slightly reddish when
the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia (_T" pg. 21),
CW:CORNER (Wipe)
Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the
lower left corner, or wipes out from lower left to upper
right, leaving a black screen.
WW:WINDOW (Wipe)
The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the
screen toward the corners, covering tile previollS scene.