JVC LYT0844-001A User manual

LYT0844-001A EN
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
INSTRUCTIONS
GR-DVP3
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ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION 8
GETTING STARTED 9 – 18
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 19 – 26
VIDEO RECORDING ............. 20 – 22
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............... 23 – 26
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 27 – 38
D.S.C. RECORDING .............. 28 – 29
D.S.C. PLAYBACK ................ 30 – 38
ADVANCED
FEATURES 39 – 75
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 40 – 46
FOR RECORDING ................ 47 – 57
DUBBING ......................... 58 – 61
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................ 62 – 73
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 74 – 75
REFERENCES 76 – 99
DETAILS ................................... 77
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 78 – 83
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 84
INDEX ............................. 85 – 92
CAUTIONS ........................ 93 – 95
TERMS ............................ 96 – 97
SPECIFICATIONS ................. 98 – 99

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Using This Instruction Manual
• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.
• Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
• Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
..... refer to the Index (墌pgs. 85 – 92) and familiarise 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 are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 93 through 95 before use.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter /Charger is on its bottom.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
䡲If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC Power Adapter/
Charger, shut it down and unplug it immedi-
ately. Continue using the camcorder or AC
Power Adapter/Charger under these conditions
could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact
your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the
malfunction yourself.
䡲To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
䡲When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from AC outlet.

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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 Power Adapter /Charger. (An appropriate conver-
sion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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.)

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䡲This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” or
“”can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .
.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or .
.... 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.)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as
lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding
the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the
camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to
the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables (S-Video, Editing, etc.) connected, then
leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder
to fall, resulting in damage.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom
Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.

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• Docking Station
CU-V507U
• Remote Control Unit
RM-V717U
• CD-ROM
• Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
• Editing Cable
• Battery Pack
BN-V107U
• AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
• Memory Card 8 MB
(Already inserted in the
camcorder)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped
with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter
should be connected to the camcorder.
• AC Power Adapter/Charger
AA-V100A, AA-V100EA,
AA-V100ED or AA-V100SH
• DC Cord
• Grip Belt
(墌pg. 6 for attachment)
•Strap
(墌pg. 7 for attachment)

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How To Attach The Grip Belt
1Remove the pad and separate the two
straps.
2Thread one end of the strap through the
eyelet, then pass the other end through the
loop.
3Repeat the same procedure to attach the
strap to the other eyelet.
4Connect the strap and and thread the
strap through the buckle, then adjust the
grip (墌pg. 12).
5Attach the pad.
3
2
1
5
4

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How To Attach The Strap
1Thread one end of the strap through the
eyelet, then pass the other end through the
loop.
2Attach the screw to the tripod mounting
socket. To tighten the screw firmly, use a
coin, etc.
3Adjust the length with the adjuster.
NOTES:
● You can use the strap as a shoulder strap by
adjusting the length with the adjuster.
● Because a loose screw may cause damage to the
camcorder, make sure to tighten the screw firmly to
the tripod mounting socket when carrying the
camcorder.
● Use the strap only with this camcorder.
● Do not grip the camcorder too firmly when the
screw is attached. Doing so may cause damage to
the tripod mounting socket.
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MOD EDEMO –
ON
OFF
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place
when “DEMO MODE”is set to “ON”
(factory-preset).
䡲Available when the Power Switch is set to
“ ” or “ ” and no cassette is in the
camcorder.
䡲Performing any operation during the demon-
stration stops the demonstration temporarily. If
no operation is performed for more than 1
minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.
䡲“DEMO MODE”remains “ON”even if the
camcorder power is turned off.
䡲To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch and press MENU. The Menu
Screen appears.
2. Press +or –to select “SYSTEM”and
press SET/SELECT. The SYSTEM Menu
appears.
3. Press +or –to select “DEMO MODE”and
press SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Press +or –to select “OFF”and press SET/
SELECT.
5. Press +or –to select “RETURN”, and
press SET/SELECT twice. The normal screen
appears.
NOTE:
If you do not slide the lens cover down, you
cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic
Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or
viewfinder.
Sub Menu
Lock Button
MENU Button
Power Switch
+, –ButtonSET/SELECT Button
Lens Cover
Slide down the lens cover
while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the
cover.
Slide up the lens cover to
protect the lens when the
camcorder is not in use.
NOTE:
When sliding down the lens
cover, be sure not to touch
the lens.
Lens Cover
Lock Button

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GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
CONTENTS
Power ................................................................ 10 – 11
Grip Adjustment .............................................................12
Viewfinder Adjustment ....................................................12
Tripod Mounting .............................................................12
Date/Time Settings .........................................................13
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...........................................14
Recording Mode Setting ...................................................15
Loading A Memory Card ...................................................16
Picture Quality Mode Setting .............................................17
Image Size Mode Setting ..................................................17
Operation Mode .............................................................18

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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1
Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER
indicator lights.
2
Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned
with the corresponding marks on the AC Power
Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins
blinking to indicate charging has started.
3
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Remove the battery by
pushing up the protruding part. Remember to unplug
the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from the AC
outlet.
To
AC outlet
CHARGE
indicator
POWER
indicator
Battery pack
DC OUT connector
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the AC Power Adapter/Charger during battery charging, power is
supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may
not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is
worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder
temperatures.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or
expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire
or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come
in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and
possibly start a fire.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power
capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures
(below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease
to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your
pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then
re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself
is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does
not come in direct contact with it.)
Battery pack
BN-V107U
BN-V114U (optional)
Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 2 hr.
Protruding part
For other notes, 墌pg. 77

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1
2
To battery
pack mount
To DC OUT
terminal
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
DC cord
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.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
1
Insert the terminal end 1of the battery pack into the
battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2of
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it
locks into place as shown in the illustration.
•To attach the battery firmly, align its two notches
with the tabs on the camcorder.
To Detach The Battery Pack. . .
.... while sliding down BATT. RELEASE, detach it.
Power cord
Approximate recording time
BATT. RELEASE Switch
NOTES:
● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
• The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
NOTES:
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
● For other notes, 墌 pg. 77.
Battery pack
BN-V107U
BN-V114U
(optional)
BN-V840U
(optional)
BN-V856U
(optional)
LCD monitor on/
Viewfinder off
1 hr.
2 hr.
5 hr. 10 min.
7 hr. 40 min.
LCD monitor off/
Viewfinder on
1 hr. 10min.
2 hr. 20 min.
6 hr. 20 min.
9 hr. 20 min.
INFORMATION:
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set
composed of a battery pack and AC Power
Adapter/Charger:
VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack &
AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger
VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack &
AA-V80 AC Power Adapter/Charger
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be
charged by using the AC Adapter provided with
this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15 AC Power
Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and
only AA-V80 AC Power Adapter/Charger for
BN-V856U battery pack.
Notches

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PAUSE
Grip Adjustment
1
Loosen the belt.
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
3
Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and
Power Switch and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH)
Ring. Be sure to tighten the belt to your preference.
Viewfinder Adjustment
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2
Pull out the viewfinder fully.
3
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Dioptre Adjustment
Control
Power
Switch
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
CAUTION:
When attaching the camera 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.
Tripod Mounting
1
Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s
mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.
•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
Lock Button

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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. 44, 45).
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3
Press +or –to select “DISPLAY”, and press SET/
SELECT. The DISPLAY Menu appears.
4
Press +or –to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press SET/
SELECT. “Day”is highlighted.
Press +or –to input the day, and press SET/SELECT.
Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
Press +or –to select “RETURN”, and press SET/
SELECT twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery
To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the
camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached
to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s
rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However,
if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the
clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the
date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,
first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the
date/time setting before using the camcorder.
Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the
date/time.
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first
date/time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you
finish setting the minute and press SET/SELECT, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you
have just set.
Display
MENU Button
Power Switch
Lock Button
DISPLAY Menu
Power lamp
SET/SELECT Button
+, –Button

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Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.
1
Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction
of the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover
open until it locks. The cassette holder opens
automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
2
Insert 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.
3
Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
OPEN/EJECT
Switch
Cassette holder
PUSH HERE
Cassette holder cover
Make sure the
window side is
facing out.
Erase protection tab*
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
NOTES:
● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try
again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
● If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few
minutes later, insert it again.
● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time
before opening the cassette holder cover.
● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the
camcorder.
● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder
is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the
power on before loading or unloading.
● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on
the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette
holder came out or not. See page 22 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
....slide the erase protection tab on the back
of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This
prevents the tape from being recorded
over. To record on this tape, slide the tab
back to “REC”before loading it.
Be sure to press only the section labeled
“PUSH HERE”to close the cassette holder;
touching other parts may cause your finger to
get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in
injury or product damage.
GETTING STARTED (cont.)

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REC MODE –SP
LP
MENU Button
Lock Button
Power lamp
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your
preference.
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3
Press +or –to select “CAMERA”and press SET/
SELECT. The CAMERA Menu appears.
4
Press +or –to select “REC MODE”and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP”or “LP”
by pressing +or –and press SET/SELECT. Press +or
–to select “RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•Audio Dubbing (墌pg. 66) and Insert Editing
(墌pg. 68) are impossible on a tape recorded in
the LP 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.
Power Switch
Display
CAMERA Menu
Sub Menu
SET/SELECT Button
+, –Button

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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Memory card
Clipped edge
Card Cover
Loading A Memory Card
The provided memory card is already inserted in the
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.
1
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
2
Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
3
Insert the memory card firmly clipped edge first.
•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of
the label.
4
Close the card cover.
To Unload A Memory Card . . .
.... in step 3push the memory card, then the memory
card comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull
it out and close the card cover.
NOTES:
● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “ ”
or MultiMediaCards marked “ ”.
● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with
this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card,
consult its manufacturer or dealer.
● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to
FORMAT the card. 墌 pg. 38
ATTENTION:
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder
to become unable to recognise whether or not the
card is installed.
Label
To Protect Valuable Files (available
only for SD Memory Card) . . .
... slide the write protection tab on the side
of the memory card in the direction of
“LOCK”. This prevents the memory card
from being recorded over. To record on
this memory card, slide the tab back to
the position opposite to “LOCK”before
loading it.
Write protection
tab

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VGA
STANDARD
Picture Quality Mode Setting
The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match
your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available:
FINE and STANDARD (in order of quality).
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
2
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3
Press +or –to select “DSC”and press SET/
SELECT. The DSC Menu appears.
4
Press +or –to select “QUALITY”and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press +or –to
select the desired mode and press SET/SELECT. Press
+or –to select “RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Display
Image Size Mode Setting
The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your
needs. Two Image Size modes are available: XGA (1024 x
768 pixels) and VGA (640 x 480 pixels) (in order of
quality).
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
2
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3
Press +or –to select “DSC”and press SET/
SELECT. The DSC Menu appears.
4
Press +or –to select “IMAGE SIZE”and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press +or –to
select the desired mode and press SET/SELECT. Press
+or –to select “RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Approximate Number of Storable Images
Image Size/Picture
Quality Mode
MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card
8MB* 16MB*
XGA FINE 24 49 100 16 20 46 97 195
XGA STANDARD 74 150 305 51 62 140 295 610
VGA FINE 53 105 215 37 44 100 210 435
VGA STANDARD 150 310 630 105 125 290 610 1255
DSC Menu
NOTES:
● The number of storable images depends on
the selected picture quality as well as the
composition of the subjects in the images
and the type of memory card being used.
● In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x
576 pixels and they are converted and
stored in the XGA mode file size (1024 x
768 pixels).
32MB* 8MB**
Lock Button
MENU Button
Power Switch
+, –Button
SET/SELECT Button
16MB*
* Optional
** Provided (12 sound effects pre-stored)
8MB* 32MB* 64MB*

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Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch.
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,
“ ” appears. When set to “ ” or “ ”,
there is no indication.
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”
while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch.
Power Switch
Lock Button
Power lamp
Power Switch Position
(Manual):
Allows you to set various recording functions using
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than
Full Auto recording, try this mode.
(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.
:
•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
•Allows you to display a still image stored in the
memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the
memory card to a computer.
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO:
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If
“REC SELECT”is set to “/”in the DSC
Menu Screen, still images are also recorded in the
memory card.
MEMORY:
Allows you to record a still image or display a still
image stored in the memory card.
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
VGA
When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
“ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set
to “MEMORY”, the selected image size
(“VGA”or “XGA”) is displayed. When set to
“VIDEO”, there is no indication.

EN19
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
VIDEO RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
CONTENTS
VIDEO RECORDING ............................................ 20 –22
Basic Recording ..............................................................20
Journalistic Shooting ........................................................21
Interface Shooting ..........................................................21
Zooming ......................................................................21
Time Code ....................................................................22
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ..................................22
VIDEO PLAYBACK .............................................. 23 –26
Normal Playback ............................................................23
Still Playback ................................................................23
Shuttle Search ...............................................................23
Connections ......................................................... 24 –25
Blank Search .................................................................26

20 EN
BR I GHT
25 min
90 min 89 min 3 min
2 min
1 min0 min
min
180°90°
VIDEO RECORDING
Power Lamp
Recording Start/
Stop Button
Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)
(Now calculating)
(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)
Display
Power Switch
Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power ( 墌 pg. 10)
● Grip Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 12)
● Viewfinder Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 12)
● Load A Cassette ( 墌 pg. 14)
● Recording Mode Setting ( 墌 pg. 15)
1
Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the cover.
2
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD
monitor fully.
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the
LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a
click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during
use.
•The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE”is displayed.
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “”
appears while recording is in progress.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
.... press MONITOR BRIGHT +or –until the bright level
indicator on the display moves and the appropriate
brightness is reached.
•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.
NOTES:
● The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface
Shooting.
● 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. 22).
● When sliding down the lens cover, be sure not to touch
the lens.
● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 40, 42.
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Tally lamp (Lights
while recording is
in progress)
For other notes, 墌pg. 77
MONITOR BRIGHT
+/–Button
Lens Cover (Slide up
the lens cover to
protect the lens
when the camcorder
is not in use.) Lock Button