JVC LYT1776-001A User manual

LYT1776-001A
ESPAÑOLENGLISH
EN SP
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
VIDEOCÁMARA DIGITAL
GR-DA30U
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this
digital video camera. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 2 – 4 to
ensure safe use of this product.
Estimado cliente:
Gracias por comprar esta
videocámara digital. Antes de
usarla, lea la información de
seguridad y las precauciones
contenidas en las páginas 2 – 4
para garantizar un uso seguro
de este producto.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which is located on
the bottom of the camcorder.
Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
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2EN
• Before recording important video, be sure
to make a trial recording.
Play back your trial recording to make sure
the video and audio have been recorded
properly.
• We recommend
cleaning your video
heads before use.
If you haven’t used
your camcorder for
awhile, the heads
may be dirty. We
recommend periodically cleaning the video
heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).
• Be sure to store your cassette tapes and
camcorder in the proper environment.
Video heads can become dirty more easily if
your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored
in a dusty area. Cassette tapes should be
removed from the camcorder and stored in
cassette cases. Store the camcorder in a bag
or other container.
• Use SP (Standard Play) mode for important
video recordings.
LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50%
more video than SP (Standard Play) mode,
but you may experience mosaic-like noise
during playback depending on the tape
characteristics and the usage environment.
So, for important recordings, we recommend
using SP mode.
• For safety and reliability.
It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries
and accessories are used in this camcorder.
• This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate
only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC
BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs.
Using generic non-JVC batteries can
cause damage to the internal charging
circuitry.
• Remember that this camcorder is not
compatible with other digital video
formats.
• It is recommended that you use JVC brand
cassette tapes.
Your camcorder is compatible with all brands
of commercially available cassette tapes
complying with the MiniDV standard, but
JVC brand cassette tapes are designed and
optimized to maximize the performance of
your camcorder.
• Remember that this camcorder is intended
for private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper
permission is prohibited. (Even if you record
an event such as a show, performance or
exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly
recommended that you obtain permission
beforehand.)
• DO NOT leave the unit
- in place of over 50°C (122°F)
- in place where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (80%).
- in direct sunlight.
- in a closed car in summer.
- near a heater.
• The LCD monitor is made with high-
precision technology. However, black
spots or bright spots of light (red, green or
blue) may appear constantly on the LCD
monitor.These spots are not recorded on
the tape. This is not due to any defect of
the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)
• Do not leave the battery pack attached
when the camcorder is not in use and
check the unit regularly whether it is
working or not.
Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 33 – 35.
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.
Read This First!
To deactivate the demonstration, set
“DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. (19, 22)
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Safety Precautions
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet
or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient
space on all sides to allow for ventilation
(10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on
top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be
able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local
rules or laws governing the disposal of these
batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or 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.)
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
• This camcorder is designed to be used with
NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot
be used for playback with a television of a
different standard. However, live recording
and LCD monitor playback are possible
anywhere.
• This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate
only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC
BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery
packs and, to recharge them or to supply
power to the camcorder from an AC outlet,
use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
(An appropriate conversion adapter may
be necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material
- special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate
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.
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4EN
Do not point the lens 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 LCD monitor can
result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in
the cassette holder cover. Do not let children
operate the camcorder, as they are particularly
susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video,
etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top
of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on
the cables will cause the camcorder to fall,
resulting in damage.
WARNING:
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
10. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When
a cart is used, use
caution when moving
the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid
injury from tipover.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Contents
Getting Started 6
Accessories....................................... 6
Attach the Lens Cap..................................6
Attach the Core Filter ................................6
Attach the Shoulder Strap.........................7
Grip Adjustment ........................................7
Tripod Mounting.........................................7
Index............................................... 8
LCD Monitor Indications .......................10
Power.............................................11
Language Settings..............................12
Date/Time Settings .............................12
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......13
Loading/Unloading A Cassette................13
16:9 Wide Mode.................................13
Recording & Playback 14
Basic Recording.................................14
Tape Remaining Time .............................14
Quick Review ..........................................14
Zoom.......................................................15
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...15
Time Code...............................................15
Normal Playback................................16
Still Playback...........................................16
Variable Shuttle Search...........................17
Blank Search...........................................17
Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................18
Advanced Features 19
Menus for detailed adjustment.........19
Changing The Menu Settings .................19
Recording Menus ...............................20
Playback Menus.................................22
Features for recording...................24
Manual Focus ...................................24
Exposure Control................................24
Iris Lock ..........................................25
Backlight Compensation.......................25
Spot Exposure Control..........................25
White Balance Adjustment ....................26
Manual White Balance Adjustment ..........26
Wipe Or Fader Effects..........................27
Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects ....27
Editing......................................28
Dubbing To A VCR ..............................28
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .....29
Connection To A Personal Computer.........30
References 31
Troubleshooting.................................31
Cautions..........................................33
User Maintenance ..............................35
Specifications ...................................36
Terms .............................................37
Regarding This Manual
Control lever (9)
There are two kinds of operation using
the control lever.
Operation To select
¡6FOCUS Move the control lever up.
¢7-Move the control lever down.
¤y16:9 Move the control lever right.
£1QUICK
REVIEW
Move the control lever left.
1Move the control lever towards up/down/
left/right to select:
2Press down the control lever to select SET.
SET
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6EN Getting Started
Accessories
AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
or
Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
Shoulder Strap
(7) Lens Cap
Note:
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Attach the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
Place here during
recording.
or
Attach the Core Filter
Attach the core filter to the cable. The core filter reduces interference.
Wind once (Audio/Video Cable)
Wind twice (AC Adapter)
Release the stopper. 3 cm
Core Filter for Cables
A: Audio/Video Cable
B: AC Adapter
AB
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EN 7
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BATT
Attach the Shoulder Strap
Peel off the pad and thread the
end of the strap through the
eyelet.
Thread the strap through the
buckle, adjust its length, and
use the strap guide to fix it in
place.
Position the buckle near the
eyelet and reattach the pad.
Tripod Mounting
To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket
and stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise.
• Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
• Before making the adjustment, remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro.
Eyelet
Strap Guide
Buckle
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8EN Getting Started
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How to adjust the LCD Monitor
Slide the LCD monitor in the most convenient position. It can
slide 30° (15° downward, 15° upward)
Note:
Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor.
However, this is not a malfunction.
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EN 9
Getting Started
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Controls
!Control Lever
£: Left/Rewind ( 3 ) (16)/Quick Review
[QUICK REVIEW] (14)
¤: Right/Fast-Forward ( 5 ) (16)/
16:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] (13)/
¡: Up/Play/Pause (
U / 9 ) (16)/
Manual Focus [FOCUS] (24)
¢: Down/Stop ( 8 ) (16)/Backlight
Compensation [-] (25)/Spot Exposure
(25)
Press down : SET
#Menu Button [MENU] (19)
$Auto Button [AUTO] (9)
%Data Battery Button [DATA] (12)
&Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP]
(14)
(Zoom Lever [T/W] (15)/
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –] (16)
)Power Switch [PLAY, OFF, REC]
*Lock Button
+Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/
EJECT] (13)
,Battery Release Button [BATT.] (11)
Connectors
The connector is located beneath the LCD
monitor.
aDigital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT]
(i.LINK*) (29, 30)
* i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995
industry specification and extensions
thereof. The logo is used for products
compliant with the i.LINK standard.
The connectors are located beneath the cover.
bAudio/Video Output Connector [AV] (18)
cDC Input Connector [DC] (11)
Indicator
NPOWER/CHARGE “ ” Lamp (11)
Other parts
OLCD Monitor (8)
PShoulder Strap Eyelet (7)
QGrip Strap (7)
RCamera Sensor
(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here)
SStereo Microphone
TLens
USpeaker (16)
VBattery Cover (11)
WCassette Holder Cover (13)
XStud Hole (7)
YTripod Mounting (7)
ZBattery Pack Mount (11)
aConnector Cover
Power Switch Position
Set the power switch while
pressing down the lock button.
PLAY:
To play back a recording on the tape.
OFF:
To switch off the camcorder.
REC:
To perform recording on the tape.
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Auto/Manual Mode
Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to
auto/manual recording mode. When manual
mode is selected, the indicator “M” appears
on the LCD monitor.
Auto Mode : A
You can record using no special effects or
manual adjustments.
Manual Mode : M
Recording is possible by setting various
functions manually.
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10 EN Getting Started
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LCD Monitor Indications
During Video Recording
!Battery Remaining Power Indicator
#Operation Mode (9)
A: Auto Mode
M: Manual Mode
$: Night-Alive Indicator (28)
: Gain Up Mode (20)
%Shutter Speed (28)
&White Balance Indicator (26)
(Selected Effect Indicator (28)
)Selected Program AE Indicator (27)
*SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode
Indicator (21) (Appears for approx. 5
seconds after turning on the camcorder.)
+Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) (20)
(only indicator is displayed)
,Approximate Zoom Ratio (15)
-Zoom Indicator (15)
.Selected Wide Mode Indicator (13)
(only 16:9 indicator is displayed)
/Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (21)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
0Tape Remaining Time (14)
1REC : (Appears during recording.) (14)
2.: Spot Exposure Control Indicator (25)
-: Backlight Compensation Indicator (25)
± : Exposure Adjustment Indicator (24)
C : Iris Lock Indicator (25)
3Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (27)
4Wind Cut Indicator (20)
5Tape Running Indicator
(Rotates while tape is running.)
6Date/Time (21)
7Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (24)
8Time Code (21)
During Video Playback
!Battery Remaining Power Indicator
#Sound Mode Indicator (23)
$Blank Search Indicator (17, 23)
%Tape Speed (SP/LP) (23)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
&Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3,
x3 and x10 (17)
(U: Playback
5: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
3: Rewind/Shuttle Search
9: Pause
)DV IN : DV Input Indicator (29, 30)
*Date/Time (23)
+VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (16)
,Time Code (23)
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EN 11
Getting Started
ENGLISH
Power
Charging The Battery Pack
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF” (9).
22 Open the battery cover.
Press “wOPEN” and slide the battery
cover off the camcorder in the direction as
illustrated below.
33 Attach the battery pack.
With the “r” (arrow) on the battery pack
pointing at the correct direction, insert the
battery pack until it locks in place.
• Re-attach the battery cover. (For
BN-VF808U only)
rArrow
AV
DC
44 Connect the AC adapter.
DC
connector
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
• “ ” blinks to indicate charging has
started.
• When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter
from the camcorder.
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold battery release button BATT.
(9), then remove the battery pack.
Charging/recording time (approx.)
Battery pack Required
charging time
Maximum
Continuous
Recording
Time
BN-VF808U
(Provided) 1hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 55 min.
BN-VF815U 2 hrs. 40 min. 3 hrs. 45 min.
BN-VF823U 3 hrs. 50 min. 5 hrs. 40 min.
Notes:
• If a fully charged battery pack is attached to
the unit, “ ” lamp will blink for approx. 10
seconds before it turns off.
• Since the AC Adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be
sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
• After 5 minutes have elapsed in Record-
Standby mode with the cassette inserted and
no operation is performed, the camcorder
will automatically turn off its power supplied
from the AC adapter. In this case, the battery
charge starts if the battery is attached to the
camcorder.
• Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug
and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.
Using The Battery Pack
Perform steps
2
–
33
in “Charging The Battery
Pack”.
Notes:
• Recording time is reduced significantly under
the following conditions:
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
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.
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.
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MAX TIME
115min
LEVEL
0
50
100%
BATTERY CONDITION
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
1Select
2SET
CLOCK ADJ.
MONTH. DATE. YEAR 12 h
2 : 10 AM
JAN.
3 . 2007
1Select
2SET
Data Battery System
You can check the remaining battery power
and the recordable time.
11 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”
(9).
22 Press DATA, and the battery status screen
appears.
• Press DATA again to return to the normal
screen.
• Data battery status cannot be displayed
during playback or while recording is in
progress.
• If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears
instead of the battery status even though
you tried to press DATA several times, there
may be a problem with your battery. In such
a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Using AC Power
Perform step
44
in “Charging The Battery Pack”
(11).
Language Settings
The language on the display can be changed
(22).
11 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”
(9).
• If set to “REC”, the recording mode should
be set to “M” (9).
2 Press MENU.
3 Select “SYSTEM”, press SET or ¤.
4 Select “LANGUAGE”, press SET or ¤.
55 Select the desired language, press SET or
¤.
66 Press MENU.
Press £whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all
times, but its display can be turned on or off
(21, 23).
Perform steps
1
–
22
in “Language Settings”
(12).
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or ¤.
2 Select “CLOCK ADJ.”, press SET or ¤.
33 Select the desired date display format,
press SET or ¤.
• Repeat this step to input time display
format (Select from “24h” or “12h”), month,
date, year, hour and minutes.
44 Press MENU.
Press £whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen/setting.
2
3
4
Date/Time Settings
1
2
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EN 13
Getting Started
ENGLISH
1Select
2SET
4 : 3
16 : 9
16:9
1
5
6
12
3
4
Brightness Adjustment Of
The Display
Perform steps
11
–
22
in “Language Settings”
(12).
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or ¤.
2 Select “BRIGHT”, press SET or ¤.
33 Select the appropriate brightness, press
SET or ¤.
44 Press MENU.
Press £whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to
load or eject a cassette.
11 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the
direction of the arrow, then pull the
cassette holder cover open until it locks.
22 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH”
to close cassette holder.
• Be sure to press only the section labeled
“PUSH” 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.
• Once the cassette holder is closed, it
recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes
completely before closing the cassette
holder cover.
• When the battery pack’s charge is low,
you may not be able to close the cassette
holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace
the battery pack with a fully charged one or
use AC power before continuing.
Cassette holder
OPEN/
EJECT
Cassette
holder
cover
Make sure the window
side is facing out.
Erase
protection
tab
33 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until
it locks into place.
16:9 Wide Mode
You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9
size. By default, the camera is set to record
videos at the 4:3 size.
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (9).
22 Each press 16:9 switches the screen size.
Note:
If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may
appear to be slightly horizontally stretched when
playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.
(21, 23)
Notes:
• 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.
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14 EN Recording & Playback
Basic Recording
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed
below:
• Power (11).
• Loading A Cassette (13).
• Remove the lens cap (6).
• Select videos at 4:3 size or 16:9 (wide) size
(13).
Zoom
Lever
Recording Start/
Stop Button
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” (9).
22 Press START/STOP button to start
recording. “REC” appears on the display
while recording is in progress. To stop
recording, press START/STOP again.
Approximate recording time
Tape Recording mode
SP LP
30 min. 30 min. 45 min.
60 min. 60 min. 90 min.
80 min. 80 min. 120 min.
Notes:
• If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5
minutes and no operation is performed, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically.
• 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” (15).
• To record in LP (Long Play) mode, 21.
Tape Remaining Time
Approximate tape remaining time appears on
the display. “– – – min” means the camcorder
is calculating the remaining time. When
the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the
indication starts blinking.
• The time required to calculate and display
the remaining tape length, and the accuracy
of the calculation, may vary according to
the type of tape used.
Quick Review
Enables you to check the end of the last
recording.Press QUICK REVIEW during the
Recording-Standby mode.
• Tape is rewound for about several seconds
and played back automatically, then pauses
in the Recording-Standby mode for the next
shot.
Notes:
• Distortion may occur at start of playback. This
is normal.
• Slide the Zoom lever repeatedly to change the
sound to on/off.
Power Switch
TAPE!
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the
Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed while
the Power Switch is set to “REC”.
USE CLEANING CASSETTE
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette
(2).
QUICK REVIEW
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EN 15
Recording & Playback
ENGLISH
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Zoom
Zoom out Zoom in
W: Wide angle T: Telephoto
• You can zoom in up to 30X by using the
optical zoom.
• Zoom magnification over 30X is done
through digital image processing, and
is therefore called digital zoom. Digital
zooming is possible up to 800X. Set
(ZOOM) to [60X] or [800X] (20).
Optical zoom (up to 30X)
Digital zoom (up to 800X)
Notes:
• Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.
5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is
set all the way to “W”.
• When you zoom into a subject close to the
lens, the camera may automatically zoom out
depending on the distance to the subject. In
this case, set “TELE MACRO” to “ON” (20).
Recording From The Middle Of A
Tape
1Play back a tape or use Blank Search
(17) to find the spot at which you want
to start recording, then engage the Still
Playback mode (16).
2Set the Power Switch to “REC” (9), then
start 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.
Display
Minutes
Seconds
Frames*
(30 frames = 1
second)
* Frames are not displayed during recording.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the
time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from
the end of a previously recorded scene, the
time code continues from the last time code
number. If during recording a blank portion is
left partway through the tape, the time code
is interrupted. When recording is resumed,
the time code starts counting up again from
“00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may
record the same time codes as those existing
in a previously recorded scene. To prevent
this, perform Recording From The Middle Of A
Tape (15) 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.
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”. (23)
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16 EN Recording & Playback
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Normal Playback
1 Load a cassette (13).
22 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” (9).
SET
• The above screen (referring to the control
lever (5)) will be displayed for approx.
3 seconds on the LCD Monitor.
3 To start playback, press U/ 9.
44 To stop playback, press 8.
• During Stop mode, press 3to rewind, or
5to fast-forward the tape.
• Press SET to display the guide operation
screen.
To control the speaker volume
Slide the Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–) towards “+”
to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn
down the volume.
Notes:
• The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor or on a connected TV (18).
• If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes
when power is supplied from a battery, the
camcorder shuts off automatically.
• When a cable is connected to the AV
connector, the sound is not heard from the
speaker.
Still Playback
Pauses during video playback.
1Press 6during playback.
2To resume normal playback, press 6
again.
• If still playback continues for more than about
3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is
automatically engaged.
MENU
SET VOL. +/-
HDV
Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV
format are detected. The pictures in the
HDV format cannot be played back with this
camcorder.
Power Switch
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EN 17
Recording & Playback
ENGLISH
Attention:
During Shuttle Search,
parts of the picture may
not be clearly visible,
particularly on the left
side of the screen.
During Shuttle Search,
parts of the picture may
not be clearly visible
across the screen.
Blank Search
Helps you find where you should start
recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time
code interruption (15).
1Set the power switch to “PLAY” (9).
2Press MENU.
3Select “TAPE”, press SET or ¤.
4Select “BLANK SEARCH”, press SET or ¤.
5Select “EXECUTE”, press SET or ¤.
• The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears
and the camcorder automatically starts
reverse or forward 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, press
8 .
Notes:
• Before starting Blank Search, if the current
position is at a blank portion, the camcorder
searches in the reverse direction. If the
current position is at a recorded portion, the
camcorder searches in the forward direction.
• If the beginning or end of the tape is reached
during Blank Search, the camcorder stops
automatically.
• A blank portion which is shorter than
5 seconds of tape may not be detected.
• The detected blank portion may be located
between recorded scenes. Before you start
recording, make sure there is no recorded
scene after the blank portion.
Variable Shuttle Search
Allows variable-speed search in either
direction during video playback.
1During playback, press 5once or twice
for forward search, or 3once or twice for
reverse search.
35
x-10 x-3 x3 x10
2To resume normal playback, press U/ 9.
• During playback, press and hold 5or
3. The search continues as long as you
hold the button. Once you release the button,
normal playback resumes.
• A slight mosaic effect appears on the
display during Shuttle Search. This is not a
malfunction.
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18 EN Recording & Playback
123
Connections To A TV Or VCR
1Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your
TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors).
2Red to AUDIO R IN
3White to AUDIO L IN
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
22 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration.
If using a VCR, go to step
33
.
If not, go to step
44
.
33 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
44 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the
TV.
55 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and
set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
66 Start playback on the camcorder (16).
• Please set “16:9 OUTPUT” of Playback
Menus so that the image may suit your TV
(16:9 TV or 4:3 TV) (21, 23).
To choose whether or not the following
displays appear on the connected TV
• Date/Time
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF” (21).
• Time Code
Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” (21).
• On Screen
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or
“LCD/TV” (21).
Notes:
• It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(11)
• To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
camcorder’s Power Switch to “REC”, then set
your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to
its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of
sound when the camcorder is turned on.
• Conversion lens and AV Cable may not be
used at the same time depending on the type
of conversion lens you are using.
• It is recommended to use JVC conversion lens.
Some conversion lens may not be compatible
with this camcorder.
To AV
connector
or
Audio/Video cable
(provided)
VCR
TV
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EN 19
Menus for detailed adjustment
ENGLISH
FUNCTION
TAPE
CAMERA
DISPLAY
SYSTEM
EXIT
TAPE
SYSTEM
DISPLAY
EXIT
W IPE/FADER
FUNCTION
EFFECT
PROGRAM AE
EXPOSURE
W .BALANCE
SHUTTER
EXIT
WH
OFF
OFF
AUTO
OFF
WIPE/FADER
OFF
WHITE
BLACK
SLIDE
SCROLL
OFF
W H
Changing The Menu Settings
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-
use, on-screen menu system that simplifies
many of the more detailed camcorder settings
(19 – 23).
11 For Video Recording Menu:
• Set the Power Switch to “REC” (9).
• Set the recording mode to “M” (9).
For Video Playback Menu:
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” (9).
22 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
33 Select the desired function, press SET or
¤.
The selected function menu appears.
Example: FUNCTION menu.
Screen for Video
Recording Menu Screen for Video Playback Menu
Current Setting
44 Select the desired selection, press SET or
¤.
Example: WIPE/FADER menu.
55 Select the desired setting, press SET or ¤.
Selection is completed.
66 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.
• Press £whenever you want to cancel or return
to the previous menu screen.
• Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other
function menus.
Power Switch
MENU
1Select
2SET
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20 EN Menus for detailed adjustment
Recording Menus
The FUNCTION and CAMERA menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is
set to “REC”.
Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
FUNCTION
WIPE/FADER (27), “Wipe or Fader Effects”.
PROGRAM AE (27, 28), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.
EFFECT (27, 28), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.
EXPOSURE (24), “Exposure Control”.
W. BALANCE (26), “White Balance Adjustment”.
SHUTTER (27, 28), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects”.
CAMERA
ZOOM [30X]: When set to “30X” while using digital zoom, the zoom
magnification will reset to 30X since digital zoom will be
disengaged.
60X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing
and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 30X
(the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 60X digital
magnification.
800X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing
and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 30X
(the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 800X digital
magnification.
TELE MACRO [OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m (3.3 ft), set
“TELE MACRO” to “ON”.You can shoot a subject as large as
possible at a distance of approx. 40 cm (1.4 ft). Depending
on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
DIS OFF :Disables the function. (DIS disable icon “ ” appears.)
[ON]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-
shake, particularly at high magnification.
Notes:
•Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive,
or depending on the shooting condition.
•Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
•DIS cannot be activated when “NIGHT” in “PROGRAM AE”, or
“STROBE” in “EFFECT” is selected.
GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness
adjustment.
[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
AUTO: The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting
a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed
provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the
subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. The overall
appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being
automatically adjusted, “ ” is displayed.
WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function.
ON: Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator
appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.
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