JVC GR-DX25 User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
ENLYT1120-001A
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION 6
GETTING STARTED 7 – 10
TAPE
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 11 – 15
ADVANCED
FEATURES 16 – 33
REFERENCES 34 – 47
GR-DX55
GR-DX45
GR-DX35
GR-DX25
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USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .... 21 – 25
For Recording Menu ...................................... 21 – 24
For Playback Menu ....................................... 24 – 25
DUBBING .............................................. 26 – 27
Dubbing To Or From A VCR .................................... 26
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .................... 27
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT .............. 28 – 32
Slow-Motion Playback .......................................... 28
Frame-By-Frame Playback ..................................... 28
Playback Special Effects ........................................ 28
Playback Zoom .................................................. 28
Audio Dubbing ................................................... 29
Insert Editing ..................................................... 29
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] .................. 30 – 32
For More Accurate Editing ...................................... 32
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ................................... 33
Connection To A Personal Computer .......................... 33
REFERENCES
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. 34 – 36
CAUTIONS ............................................ 37 – 39
INDEX ................................................. 40 – 44
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ................... 40 – 41
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications .................. 42 – 44
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................ 45
TERMS ................................................. 46 – 47
Refer to the diagrams on page 40 and 42 while reading the instruction manual as all the controls,
connectors, indicators and indications are numbered on the diagrams and those corresponding
numbers are used throughout this manual unless specified.
GETTING STARTED
Power ............................................................ 7 – 8
Grip Adjustment ...................................................... 8
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. 8
Tripod Mounting ...................................................... 9
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................... 9 – 10
Date/Time Settings ................................................. 10
Recording Mode Setting ............................................ 10
TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK
TAPE RECORDING .................................. 11 – 13
Basic Recording ........................................... 11 – 12
Zooming .......................................................... 12
Time Code ........................................................ 13
TAPE PLAYBACK .................................... 13 – 15
Normal Playback ......................................... 13 – 14
Blank Search ..................................................... 14
Connections ...................................................... 15
ADVANCED FEATURES
FOR RECORDING ..................................... 16 – 20
Night-Scope ...................................................... 16
Programme AE With Special Effects........................... 16
Fade/Wipe Effects .............................................. 17
Snapshot .......................................................... 18
Auto Focus ........................................................ 18
Manual Focus .................................................... 19
Exposure Control ................................................ 19
Iris Lock ........................................................... 20
White Balance Adjustment ..................................... 20
Manual White Balance Operation ............................. 20
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE
SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT 4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES 5
HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP 5
HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER 6
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 6
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NOTES:
●The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution
are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
●The rating information and safety caution of the AC
Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and
precautions (墌pgs. 3 and 4) to ensure safe use of this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTIONS:
●To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
●When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long
period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect
the power cord from AC outlet.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock or
damage to the unit, first firmly
insert the small end of the power
cord into the AC Adapter until it
is no longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end
of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace
the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accord-
ance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
IMPORTANT
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a
shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both
sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or
cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be
followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places
with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or
liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment,
fire or electric shock may be caused.)
CAUTIONS:
●This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type
colour television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with a television of a different standard.
However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder
playback are possible anywhere.
●Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs and, to
recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder
from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC
Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion
adapter may be necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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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.
Do not carry or hold the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor as this can result in dropping the
unit, or in a malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder,
as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in
any way —switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for
unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make
sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or
handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of
road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will
cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws —to ensure complete safety always fit the
manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
—NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —this
could result in a fatal electrical shock;
—NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind —it is better to be safe than sorry!
䡲This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked “ ”
can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .
..... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .
..... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
..... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use
without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or
exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)
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NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core
filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.
S-Video/Audio/
Video/Editing Cable
Grip Belt
(Already attached
to the camcorder)
Battery Pack BN-V107U
or BN-V107U-S
AC Adapter AP-V11E or AP-V13E
Lens Cap
(See below for
attachment)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
CD-ROM
Power Cord
Cable Adapter
Remote
Control Unit
RM-V717U
AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.
HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP
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Extension Cable
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AAA (R03)
Battery x 2
Tab
USB Cable
Core Filter x 2
(for provided S-Video/Audio/
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AC Adapter’s Cord 墌pg. 6
for attachment)
Core Filter
(for provided USB
Cable 墌pg. 6 for
attachment)
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Automatic Demonstration takes place when
“DEMO MODE”is set to “ON”(factory-preset).
䡲Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for
about 3 minutes after the Power Switch 8is set to “ ” or “ ”
and no cassette is in the camcorder.
䡲Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for
more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.
䡲“DEMO MODE”remains “ON”even if the camcorder power is
turned off.
䡲To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button 0located on the switch and press MENU 2.
The Menu Screen appears.
2. Press +or –3to select “(SYSTEM)”and press
SELECT/SET 1.
3. Press +or –3to select “DEMO MODE”and press
SELECT/SET 1. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Press +or –3to select “OFF”and press SELECT/SET 1.
5. Press +or –3to select “RETURN”, and press
SELECT/SET 1twice. The normal screen appears.
NOTE:
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on
the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
None
RETURN
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ON
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HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER
Attach the Core Filter(s) to the provided AC Adapter’s cord, S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable and USB cable. The
Core Filter reduces interference.
1Release the
stoppers on both
ends of the Core
Filter.
䡲When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.
Stopper
3 cm
Wind
once
21) Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between
the cable plug and the Core Filter.
If using the AC Adapter’s cord or USB cable, be sure to wind the cable once
around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration. Wind the
cable so that it is not slack.
NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable.
2) Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.
3 cm
For the AC Adapter’s cord and USB cable
For the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable
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Battery pack
BN-V107U
BN-V114U (optional)
Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 3 hrs.
Power
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1Insert the terminal end of the battery pack into the
battery pack mount ), then firmly push the end of the
battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks
into place as shown in the illustration.
2Set the Power Switch 8to “OFF”. Connect the AC
Adapter to the camcorder, then connect the Power
Cord to the AC Adapter.
3Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The Power
lamp 6on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging
has started.
4When the Power lamp 6goes off, charging is
finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outlet.
Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
To Detach The Battery Pack:
While sliding BATT. RELEASE yup, detach it.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Perform step 1of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.
Battery pack
BN-V107U
BN-V114U
(optional)
BN-V840U
(optional)
BN-V856U
(optional)
LCD monitor on
1 hr. 5 min.
2 hrs. 10 min.
5 hrs. 50 min.
8 hrs. 20 min.
Viewfinder on
1 hr. 25 min.
2 hrs. 55 min.
7 hrs. 50 min.
11 hrs. 10 min.
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
USING AC POWER
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder as shown in
the following illustration.
•The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
GETTING STARTED
Battery pack
To DC
connector
To AC outlet
AC
Adapter
ATTENTION
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the
camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can
result in a camcorder malfunction.
INFORMATION
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of
a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:
VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EK
AC Power Adapter/Charger
VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EK
AC Power Adapter/Charger
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC
Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or
BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply
power directly to the camcorder.
NOTES:
●If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,
remove it first.
●During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.
●Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is
used.
●When charging the battery pack for the first time or after
a long storage period, the Power lamp 6may not light.
Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try
charging again.
●If a fully-charged battery’s operation time remains
extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please purchase
a new one.
●Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or
Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the LCD
monitor is used repeatedly.
●Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare
enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned
shooting time.
Continued on next page.
Approximate recording time
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Grip Adjustment
1Separate the Velcro strip.
2Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
3Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button 7and
Power Switch 8and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE
SEARCH) Ring 9. Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to
your preference.
Viewfinder Adjustment
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button 0located on the
switch.
2Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for
best viewability.
3Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control euntil the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
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Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
●Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally,
it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in
well-ventilated areas.
●The following operation stops charging:
•Set the Power Switch 8to “ ”, “ ” or “ ”.
•Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
•Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet.
•Detach the battery from the camcorder.
● This camcorder will be automatically turned off if its power
is supplied from the AC adapter and about 5 minutes pass
since it has entered into the recording standby mode with
a cassette inserted. If, under those conditions, the battery
is attached to the camcorder, its charging will start.
●Using the optional AA-V100EK AC Power Adapter/
Charger, you can charge the BN-V107U/V114U battery
pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used
as an AC adapter.
●To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC
Adapter near a radio.
●Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C
and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for
charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be
incomplete.
●Charging time varies according to the ambient
temperature and the status of the battery pack.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or
expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to
come in contact with metals, as this can result in a
short circuit and possibly start a fire.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large
power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold
temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes
shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens,
place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm,
protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the
camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not
cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery
pack does not come in direct contact with it.)
GETTING STARTED
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Tripod Mounting
CAUTION
When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its
legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use
small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit
by falling over.
1To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the screw
to the mounting socket ron the camcorder. Then
tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are not
equipped with studs.
GETTING STARTED
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject
a cassette.
1Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT uin the direction of
the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until
it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
2Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE”to
close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before
closing the cassette holder cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be able
to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force.
Replace the battery with a fully charged one before
continuing.
3Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
To Protect Valuable Recordings:
Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the
direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded
over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to “REC”before
loading it.
Cassette holder
Cassette holder
cover
Make sure the window
side is facing out.
Tape Recording mode
SP LP
30 min. 30 min. 45 min.
60 min. 60 min. 90 min.
80 min. 80 min. 120 min.
Approximate recording time
Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH HERE”to
close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your
finger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or
product damage.
NOTES:
●The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
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●It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do
not apply force.
●There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder
cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
●If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does
not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If
the cassette holder still does not open, turn the
camcorder off then on again.
●If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette
holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes
later, insert it again.
●When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold
place to a warm environment, wait a short time before
opening the cassette holder cover.
●Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automati-
cally. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the
cassette holder cover.
●Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette
holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.
●Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can
be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed
with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not
recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before
loading or unloading.
●When resuming recording, once you open the cassette
holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape
or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded
over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out
or not. See page 13 for information about recording from
the middle of a tape.
Date/Time Settings
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but
its display can be turned on or off during playback
(墌pg. 23).
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch, and
open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The Power lamp 6lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2Press MENU 2to access the Menu Screen.
3Press +or –3to select “(CAMERA DISPLAY)”
and press SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select “CLOCK ADJ.”. Press
SELECT/SET 1and “day”is highlighted. Press +or –
3to input the day. Press SELECT/SET 1. Repeat to
input the month, year, hour and minute.
Press +or –3to select “RETURN”, and press
SELECT/SET 1twice. The Menu Screen closes.
NOTES:
●Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/
time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish
setting the minute and press SELECT/SET 1, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you just
set.
●墌pg. 38, “Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery”.
GETTING STARTED
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your
preference.
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch, and
open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The Power lamp 6lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2Press MENU 2. The Menu Screen appears.
3Press +or –3to select “(CAMERA)”and press
SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select “REC MODE”and press
SELECT/SET 1. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP”
or “LP”by pressing +or –3and press SELECT/SET
1. Press +or –3to select “RETURN”, and press
SELECT/SET 1twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•Audio Dubbing and Insert Editing (墌pg. 29) are
possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode.
•“LP”(Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
NOTES:
●If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
●It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on
this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
●During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be
momentary pauses in the sound.
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During shooting
Basic Recording
Perform the procedures listed below before continuing.
●Power (墌pg. 7)
●Grip Adjustment (墌pg. 8)
●Viewfinder Adjustment (墌pg. 8)
●Load A Cassette (墌pg. 9)
●Recording Mode Setting (墌pg. 10)
1Remove the lens cap.
Pull on bottom end tof LCD monitor to open.
2Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button 0located on the
switch.
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Open the
LCD monitor fully.
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
• The Power lamp 6lights and the camcorder enters
the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” ^is displayed.
• The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder. See “PRIORITY” in the
SYSTEM Menu (墌pg. 23).
3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 7. “ ”
%, ^appears and the tally lamp @lights while
recording is in progress.
• To Stop Recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
Button 7. The camcorder re-enters the Record-
Standby mode.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
..... press MONITOR BRIGHT +or –3until the bright
level indicator 7on the display moves and the
appropriate brightness is reached.
• It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the
viewfinder. Pull out the viewfinder, set “PRIORITY” in
the SYSTEM Menu to “FINDER” (墌pg. 23) and
adjust as described above.
TAPE RECORDING
NOTES:
●If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the
camcorder on again, push back and pull out the
viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD 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”
(墌pg. 13).
●To turn the tally lamp @or beep sounds off,
墌pg. 23.
●When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this
happens, use the viewfinder instead.
●Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)
may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder (墌pg. 36).
●When the Recording Start/Stop button 7is pressed, it
may take a few seconds before actual recording starts.
“” %starts rotating when the camcorder actually
starts recording.
●The time required to calculate and display the remaining
tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.
●“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and
the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for
5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at
its end is loaded.
Tape remaining time
indicator (Approximate)
Display
(Now calculating)
(Blinking)
(Blinking)
(Blinking)
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TAPE RECORDING
Power Switch Position
:
Allows you to set various recording functions using the
Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full
Auto recording, try this mode.
(Full Auto):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual
adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
•Allows you to transfer still/moving images recorded on
the tape to a computer.
Journalistic Shooting
In some situations, different shooting angles may
provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in
the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the
most convenient direction. It can rotate 270°(90°
downward, 180°upward).
Self-Recording
You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in
the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it
upward 180°so that it faces forward, then point the
lens toward yourself and start recording.
Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the Power Switch 8.
Zooming
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
Zoom In
Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring 9
clockwise.
Zoom Out
Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring 9
counterclockwise.
䡲The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring 9the
quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
●Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this
case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the
focus by using the manual focus (墌pg. 19), then zoom
in or out in Record mode.
●Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it can be
switched to 16X magnification using the optical zoom
(墌pg. 21).
●Zoom magnification of over 16X is done through Digital
image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom.
●During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer.
●Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject)
is possible when the Power Zoom Ring 9is turned all
the way clockwise. Also see “TELE MACRO”in the Menu
Screen on page 22.
9
8
Power-Linked Operation
When the Power Switch 8is set to “ ” or “ ”, you can
also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD
monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.
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TAPE RECORDING
Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape.
This code is to confirm the location of the recorded
scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code
begins counting from “00:00:00”(minute:second:frame).
If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded
scene, the time code continues from the last time code
number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌pg. 30 –32),
time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is left partway through the tape, the time code
is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time
code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This
means the camcorder may record the same time codes
as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To
prevent this, perform “RECORDING FROM THE
MIDDLE OF A TAPE”in the following cases;
•When shooting again after playing back a recorded
tape.
•When power shuts off during shooting.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting.
•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
•When shooting on a blank portion located partway
through the tape.
•When shooting again after shooting a scene then
opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
RECORDING FROM THE MIDDLE OF A TAPE
1Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌pg. 14) to
find the spot at which you want to start recording, then
engage the Still Playback mode (墌pg. 13, “Normal
Playback”).
2Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button 0located on the
switch, then start recording.
NOTES:
●The time code cannot be reset.
●During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code
indication does not move smoothly.
●The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE”is
set to “ON”(墌pg. 24).
Frames
(25 frames = 1 second)
Seconds
Minutes
Frames are not displayed
during recording.
Normal Playback
1Load a tape (墌pg. 9).
2Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch. To start
playback, press 4 /67.
•To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press
4 /67.
•To stop playback, press 54.
•Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring 9
counterclockwise ( 2 ) and release to rewind, or
clockwise ( 3 ) and release to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
•High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is
possible by turning the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring 9
counterclockwise ( 2 ) or clockwise ( 3 ) during
playback (holding the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring 9
continues search until released).
•Press the Zoom Button Tpon the remote control to
zoom in (up to 44X), or Woto zoom out.You can
also magnify a particular part of an image
(墌pg. 28).
•At any time, pressing 4 /67resumes normal
playback.
Slow-Motion Playback/Playback Special Effects/
Playback Zoom:
Available only with the remote control (墌pg. 28)
To Control The Speaker Volume:
..... press VOL. +*to turn up the volume, or –&to
turn down the volume.
ATTENTION
During Shuttle Search, parts
of the picture may not be
clearly visible, particularly on
the left side of the screen.
TAPE PLAYBACK
Display
Continued on next page.
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7
9
4
TAPE PLAYBACK
Blank Search
Helps you find where you should start recording in the
middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption
(墌pg. 13).
1Load a tape (墌pg. 9).
2Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch.
3Press BLANK SEARCH (.
•“BLANK SEARCH”rappears and the camcorder
automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search,
then stops at the spot which is about
3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the
detected blank portion.
To cancel Blank Search midway . . .
..... press 54.
NOTES:
●In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the
camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the
current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder
searches in the forward direction.
●Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE”has appeared
with the tape.
●If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during
Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.
●A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape
may not be detected.
●The detected blank portion may be located between
recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure
there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.
NOTES:
●If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is
supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off
automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch 8
to “OFF”, then to “ ”.
●The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV (墌pg. 15).
●You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the
camera body.
●LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
When power is supplied from a battery: the “”battery
pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “ ” does
not appear.
●When a cable is connected to the S/AV connector #, the
sound is not heard from the speaker.
●If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes,
the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.
●When 4 /67is pressed to engage still playback, the
image may not pause immediately while the camcorder
stabilises the still image.
Speaker
(
8
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To S/AV #
S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing
cable (provided)
Connector
cover*
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
** The audio connection is not required for watching still
images only.
*** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used.
VCR
TV
TAPE PLAYBACK
Connections
1Make sure all units are turned off.
2Connect 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.
3Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to
your VCR’s instruction manual.
4Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
5Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV
to its VIDEO mode.
To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
..... set “DATE/TIME”to “AUTO”, “ON”or “OFF”in the
Menu Screen (墌pg. 23, 25).
Or, press DISPLAY Qon the remote control to
turn on/off the date indication.
•Time Code
..... set “TIME CODE”to “ON”or “OFF”in the Menu
Screen (墌pg. 24, 25).
•Indications other than date/time and time code
..... set “ON SCREEN”to “LCD”, “LCD/TV”or “OFF”in
the Menu Screen (墌pg. 23, 25).
NOTES:
●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack (墌pg. 7).
●Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as
required:
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts
Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not
accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video
cable.
●To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder
without inserting a tape, set the camcorder’s Power
Switch 8to “ ” or “ ”, then set your TV to the
appropriate input mode.
●Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the
camcorder is turned on.
●If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as
interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.
●If no image is displayed or no sound is heard from the TV,
set “S/AV INPUT”to “OFF”in the Menu Screen
(GR-DX55/DX35 only, 墌pg. 24).
●While the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable is connected
to the S/AV connector #, sound cannot be heard from
the speaker.
To AUDIO**, VIDEO***
and -IN connectors
“Y/C”/“CVBS”
video out
select switch
If your VCR has the SCART
connector, use the provided
cable adapter.
Not
connected
To TV or VCR
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Night-Scope
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they
would be under good natural lighting. Although the
recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is
strobing due to the slow shutter speed.
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button 0located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
2Press NIGHT *so that the Night-Scope indicator
“” 2appears.
• The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide
up to 30 times sensitivity.
•“A” appears beside “ ” 2while the shutter speed is
being automatically adjusted.
To Deactivate Night-Scope . . .
..... press NIGHT *again so that the Night-Scope
indicator disappears.
NOTES:
●During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings
cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out:
• Some modes of “Programme AE With Special Effects”
(墌pg. 16).
• “GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu (墌pg. 22).
• “DIS” in the MANUAL Menu (墌pg. 22).
●During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the
camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual
focus and/or a tripod is recommended.
Programme AE With Special Effects
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button 0located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
2Press MENU 2. The Menu Screen appears.
3Press +or –3to select “ (PROGRAM AE)”,
then press SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select the desired mode, then
press SELECT/SET 1. Selection is complete. Press
SELECT/SET 1again. The Menu Screen closes.
• The PROGRAM AE Menu disappears and the
selected mode is activated. The selected mode
indicator appears.
To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .
..... select “OFF” in step 4.
IMPORTANT
Some modes of Programme AE with special effects
cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects
(墌pg. 17). If an unusable mode is selected, its
indicator blinks or goes out.
NOTES:
●Programme AE with special effects can be changed
during recording or during Record-Standby.
●Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot be
used during Night-Scope.
FOR RECORDING
SHUTTER
1/50: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second.
Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV
screen become narrower.
1/120: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under
a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.
SPORTS
(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 –1/4000)
This setting allows fast-moving
images to be captured one frame at
a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion
playback. The faster the shutter
speed, the darker the picture
becomes. Use the shutter function
under good lighting conditions.
SNOW
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear
too dark when shooting in extremely bright surround-
ings such as in the snow.
SPOTLIGHT
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear
too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct
lighting such as spotlights.
NOTE:
“SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the exposure
control (墌pg. 19).
TWILIGHT
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
White Balance ( 墌 pg. 20) is initially set to , but can
be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is
chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus
from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m,
adjust the focus manually.
SEPIA
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos.
Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.
MONOTONE
Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W.
Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the
“classic film” effect.
CLASSIC FILM
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
STROBE
Your recording looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
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Fade/Wipe Effects
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.
Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to
the next.
Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or
when you stop recording.
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
2Press MENU 2. The Menu Screen appears.
3Press +or –3to select “(WIPE/FADER)”, then
press SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select the desired function, then
press SELECT/SET 1. Selection is complete. Press
SELECT/SET 1again.
•The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect is
reserved. The indicator representing the selected
effect appears.
5Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 7to activate
the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .
..... select “OFF”in step 4.
IMPORTANT
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain
modes of Programme AE with special effects
(墌pg. 16). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is
selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.
NOTE:
You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing
and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button 7.
FADER —WHITE
Fade in or out with a white screen.
FADER —BLACK
Fade in or out with a black screen.
FADER —B.W
Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white
screen, or fade out from colour to black and white.
WIPE —CORNER
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the
lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper
right, leaving a black screen.
WIPE —WINDOW
The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and
wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the
corners, gradually wiping out to the centre.
WIPE —SLIDE
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
WIPE —DOOR
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the
left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the
black screen reappears from left and right to cover the
scene.
WIPE —SCROLL
The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a
black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a
black screen.
WIPE —SHUTTER
Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the
top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom
toward the centre leaving a black screen.
FOR RECORDING
3
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FOR RECORDING
Snapshot
This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
2Press MENU 2. The Menu Screen appears.
3Press +or –3to select “(CAMERA)”, then
press SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select “SNAP MODE”, then press
SELECT/SET 1.
5Press +or –3to select the desired Snapshot
mode, then press SELECT/SET 1.
Press +or –3to select “RETURN”and press
SELECT/SET 1twice. The Menu Screen closes.
There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
NOTES:
●To remove the shutter sound, 墌“BEEP”on pg. 23.
●If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO”^blinks
when SNAPSHOT 5is pressed.
●If Programme AE with special effects (墌pg. 16) is
engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a
case, the icon blinks.
●If SNAPSHOT 5is pressed when “DIS”is set to “ON”
(墌pg. 22), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
●During tape playback as well, all snapshot modes are
available. However, the shutter sound is not heard.
●During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the
viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no
effect in the recorded image.
●When a cable is connected to the S/AV connector #, the
shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is
recorded onto the tape.
Auto Focus
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers
continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as
approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity.
However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the
situations listed below (in these cases use manual
focusing):
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast back-
ground.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:
, , and
NOTES:
●If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not
possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft
cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with
a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
●When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first
(墌pg. 12). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the
camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the
distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will
not occur when “TELE MACRO”(墌pg. 22) is activated.
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
1Press SNAPSHOT 5. “PHOTO”^appears while
the snapshot is being taken.
If you press during Record-Standby . . .
..... “PHOTO”^appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
If you press during Recording . . .
..... “PHOTO”^appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal
recording resumes.
•Regardless of the Power Switch 8position (“ ” or
“ ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the
selected Snapshot mode.
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT 5pressed provides an effect
similar to serial photography. (Interval between still
images: approx. 1 second)
FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame
FRAME
Snapshot mode
with frame
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode
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FOR RECORDING
Manual Focus
To obtain correct focus.
1If you are using the viewfinder, you should already
have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments
(墌pg. 8).
2Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch, then
press FOCUS ((墌pgs. 40 and 41). The manual
focus indicator appears.
3To focus on a farther subject, press +3. “ ” q
appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, press –3. “ ” q
appears and blinks.
4Press SELECT/SET 1. Focus adjustment is
complete.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS (twice or set
the Power Switch 8to “ ”.
If FOCUS (is pressed once, the camcorder will enter
the focus adjustment mode again.
NOTES:
●Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you
focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply
focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up
because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal
lengths.
●When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or
closer, “”or “ ” will blink.
Exposure Control
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the
following situations:
•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the
background is too bright.
•When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
•When the background is overly dark or the subject
light.
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
2Press MENU 2. The Menu Screen appears.
3Press +or –3to select “(EXPOSURE)”, then
press SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select “MANUAL”, then press
SELECT/SET 1. The Menu Screen disappears. The
exposure control indicator appears.
5Press +3to brighten the image, or –3to darken
the image. (maximum ±6)
6Press SELECT/SET 1. Exposure adjustment is
complete.
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
..... select “AUTO”in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch
8to “ ”.
To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .
..... press BACKLIGHT &. 4is displayed and the
subject is brightened. If pressed again, 4
disappears and the brightness returns to the
previous level.
•+3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT
Button &.
•Using BACKLIGHT &may cause the light around the
subject to become too bright and the subject to
become white.
•Backlight compensations is also available when the
Power Switch 8is set to “ ”.
NOTE:
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same
time with backlight, spotlight (墌pg. 16) compensation and
“SNOW”(墌pg. 16).
While focusing on
a nearer subject
While focusing on
a further subject
Focus detection zone
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Iris Lock
Use this function in the following situations:
•When shooting a moving subject.
•When the distance to the subject changes (so its size
in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such
as when the subject is backing away.
•When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
•When shooting objects under a spotlight.
•When zooming.
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even
when the subject moves away from you, the image will
not darken or brighten.
Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through
4 of “Exposure Control”(墌pg. 19).
5Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor
or the viewfinder, then press and hold SELECT/SET 1
for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator 4
and “ ” 6appear. Press SELECT/SET 1. “ ” 6
changes to “ ” and the iris is locked.
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
..... press +or –3to display “AUTO”then press
SELECT/SET 1in step 4. The exposure control
indicator 4and “ ” 6disappear. Or, set the
Power Switch 8to “ ”.
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .
..... after step 4of “Exposure Control”(墌pg. 19),
adjust the exposure pressing +or –3. Then lock
the iris in step 5of “Iris Lock”. For automatic
locking, press +or –3to select “AUTO”, then
press SELECT/SET 1in step 4. The iris becomes
automatic after about 2 seconds.
Iris
Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-lit
environments to keep too much light from entering, and
dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.
FOR RECORDING
Manual White Balance Operation
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
various types of lighting.
1Follow steps 1through 4of the white balance
adjustment, and select “MWB”.
2Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the lens.
Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper
fills the screen.
3Press SELECT/SET 1until begins blinking
rapidly.
When the setting is completed, resumes normal
blinking.
4Press SELECT/SET 1twice. The Menu Screen
closes and the Manual White Balance indicator 3
is displayed.
NOTES:
●In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In
such a case, adjust focus manually (墌pg. 19).
●A subject can be shot under various types of lighting
conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.).
Because the colour temperature is different depending on
the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on
the white balance settings. Use this function for a more
natural result.
●Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is
retained even if the power is turned off or the battery
removed.
3Press +or –3to select “(W.BALANCE)”, then
press SELECT/SET 1.
4Press +or –3to select the desired mode.
“AUTO”: White balance is adjusted automatically
(factory preset).
“MWB”:White balance is set manually.
“FINE”:Outdoors on a sunny day.
“CLOUD”:Outdoors on a cloudy day.
“HALOGEN”:A video light or similar type of
lighting is used.
5Press SELECT/SET 1. Selection is complete.
Press SELECT/SET 1again. The Menu Screen closes
and the selected mode indicator except “AUTO”
appears.
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
..... select “AUTO”in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch
8to “ ”.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone
(墌pg. 16) is activated.
White Balance Adjustment
A term that refers to the correctness of colour
reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance
is correct, all other colours will be accurately
reproduced.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators control
this function manually to achieve a more professional
colour/tint reproduction.
1Set the Power Switch 8to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button 0located on the switch. Open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
2Press MENU 2. The Menu Screen appears.
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