COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-FXM42EK
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
BASIC FEATURES
MENU SETTINGS
TERMS
6 ~ 10
11
11 ~ 13
14 ~ 17
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PAL
Dear Customer,
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact
VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
“SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 3, 4) to
ensure safe use of this product.
Automatic Demonstration takes
place when “DEMO MODE” is set to
“ON” (factory-preset).
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Available when the Power Switch is set to
” or “ ”.
To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set
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“DEMO MODE” to “OFF” (੬ pg. 17).
LYT1525-001A
CAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour
television signals. It cannot be used for playback with
a
IMPORTANT
television of a different standard. However, live recording
and LCD monitor
anywhere.
/
viewfinder playback are possible
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.
Use the JVC BN-V10U/ V12U/ V20U/ V400U 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.)
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 accordance 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.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS
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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.
NOTES:
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The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
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The rating information and safety caution of the AC
Adapter are on its bottom.
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CAUTIONS
Information for Users on Disposal of Old
Equipment
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.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf,
make sure that it has sufficient space at least 10cm on all
sides to allow ventilation.
Do not block the ventilation holes.
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.
Prevent water or liquid from entering this equipment, keep
it away from wet places.
[European Union]
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic
equipment should not be disposed as general household
waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed
over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment,
recovery and recycling in accordance with your national
legislation.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
For BN- V12U (optional)
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve
natural resources and will help prevent potential negative
effects on the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more information about collection point and
recycling of this product, please contact your local municipal
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
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The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/ 157/ EEC and 93/ 86/
EEC.
Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of
properly.
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Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web
take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in
accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules
in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic
equipment.
Only cassettes marked
can be used with this camcorder.
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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!
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CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.
Eyepiece
2
1
3
4
5
During
shooting
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Connector
Cover
Keep the lens
cap attached to
the camcorder
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7
5
Cassette holder
8
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Viewfinder
45˚
90°
180°
+
Turn the gear to
take up slack
Speaker
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LCD monitor
Erase
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protection tab
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Microphone
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Recording During Playback
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੬ pg. 18 for “Warning Indications”
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2
• MENU Wheel [–, +]............................. ੬ pg. 11
• BRIGHT Wheel [–, +] ......................... ੬ pg. 16
• Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ......... ੬ pg. 11
• TRACKING Wheel [–, +]..................... ੬ pg. 12
5- Second Recording Button................. ੬ pg. 11
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Tape Length Indicator............................ ੬ pg. 16
Zoom Indicator Bar................................ ੬ pg. 12
a Zoom Level Indicator
b Approximate Zoom Ratio
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Recording Indicator ............................... ੬ pg. 11
Digital Effect Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 14
Programme AE Indicator....................... ੬ pg. 14
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator................ ੬ pg. 15
Picture Stabiliser Indicator..................... ੬ pg. 15
• Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator... ੬ pg. 17
• 5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator.................. ੬ pg. 11
Instant Title Display ............................... ੬ pg. 16
Date/Time Display................................. ੬ pg. 16
Bright Level Indicator* ........................... ੬ pg. 16
Focus Indicator...................................... ੬ pg. 11
Exposure Control Level Counter ........... ੬ pg. 14
White Balance Mode Indicator .............. ੬ pg. 15
Record-Standby Mode Indicator............ ੬ pg. 11
: Cassette Indicator........................ ੬ pg. 16
TBC Indicator ........................................ ੬ pg. 12
Tape Counter......................................... ੬ pg. 17
Recording Mode Indicator (SP/ LP)....... ੬ pg. 17
Tape Running Indicator
[5 SEC. REC]
Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ...................... ੬ pg. 12
•Manual Focus Button [ FOCUS] .... ੬ pg. 11
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4
• Time Base Corrector Button (TBC).... ੬ pg. 12
Shoulder Strap Eyelets......................... ੬ pg. 10
Audio Output Connector [A].................. ੬ pg. 13
Video Output Connector [V].................. ੬ pg. 13
Battery Release Switch .......................... ੬ pg. 8
[BATTERY RELEASE]
DC IN Connector .................................... ੬ pg. 8
• Recording Start/Stop Button............... ੬ pg. 10
• REFRESH Button ................................ ੬ pg. 8
Lock Button............................................. ੬ pg. 8
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Power Switch [ PLAY, OFF,
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POWER/CHARGE Lamp........................ ੬ pg. 8
• Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F]... ੬ pg. 12
• Fast- Forward Button [F] .................... ੬ pg. 11
• Play/Pause Button .............................. ੬ pg. 11
• Backlight Compensation Button......... ੬ pg. 11
• Stop Button [STOP]............................ ੬ pg. 11
• Eject Button [EJECT] ......................... ੬ pg. 10
• Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ... ੬ pg. 12
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3: Playback
¡: Fast- Forward/Shuttle Search
1: Rewind/ Shuttle Search
8: Pause
Tracking Indicator .................................. ੬ pg. 12
VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator .....੬ pg. 11
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6
• Quick Review Button [
R ].......... ੬ pg. 12
• Rewind Button [R] .............................. ੬ pg. 11
Close Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 10
Dioptre Adjustment Control................... ੬ pg. 10
Grip Strap ............................................. ੬ pg. 10
Tripod Mounting Socket ........................ ੬ pg. 10
Tape Remaining Time........................... ੬ pg. 16
Recording Mode Indicator..................... ੬ pg. 15
Backlight Compensation Indicator ........ ੬ pg. 11
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Using the Battery Pack
GETTING STARTED
Hook on
Perform step 1) of “Charging the Battery Pack”.
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery Pack Viewfinder on LCD monitor on
BN-V10U
95
80
85
Push in
BN-V12U
(optional)
100
Power Switch
BN-V20U
(optional)
160
380
140
330
BATTERYRELEASE
Switch
BN-V400U
(optional)
Battery pack
Using AC Power
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder (੬
step 2) and 3) of “Charging the Battery Pack”).
To DC IN
connector
To AC outlet
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The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110V to
240V.
AC Adapter
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source, make sure
that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to
do so can cause the camcorder to malfunction.
Charging the Battery Pack
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks
in place.
If the battery pack is attached wrongly,
malfunction may occur.
REFRESH:
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before
recharging or storing it for a long period of time,
otherwise the battery performance will be
reduced.
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2) Set the Power Switch
pressing down the Lock Button
the AC Adapter to the DC IN connector
#
to “OFF” while
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. Connect
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of “Charging the
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,
Battery Pack”.
2) Press REFRESH
CHARGE lamp
discharging.
then connect the Power Cord to the AC
Adapter.
3) Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The
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for over 4 seconds. The
blinks faster to indicate
CHARGE lamp
4) When the CHARGE lamp
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blinks to indicate charging.
stops blinking but
3) When discharging is finished, charging
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automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp
blinks normally.
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stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC
Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC
Adapter from the camcorder.
To Detach The Battery Pack…
… slide BATTERY RELEASE
8
and pull out the
battery pack.
Battery Pack
Charging time
BN-V10U
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 1 hr. 40 min.
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.
approx. 5 hrs. 10 min.
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U (optional)
BN-V400U (optional)
Charging time is for a fully discharged battery pack.
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The following steps have the same function as
“REFRESH” (੬ pg. 8).
Date/Time Settings
1) Set the Power Switch
down the Lock Button
2) Press the MENU Wheel
#
"
to “ ” while pressing
.
1) Attach the battery to the camcorder with no
cassette inserted.
1 in. The TOP MENU
2) Set the Power Switch
#
to “ ” or “ ” while
Screen appears.
pressing down the Lock Button
"
.
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel
SYSTEM MENU” and press it.
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “3DATE/
1
to select “3TO
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During charging or discharging, the camcorder
cannot be operated.
Charging and discharging are not possible if
the wrong type of battery is used.
1
TIME SET” and press it. The DATE/TIME SET
Menu appears.
5) To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME”
(hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel
select the desired item, and press it. When the
setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU
When charging the battery pack for the first
time or after
CHARGE lamp
a
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long storage period, the
may not light. Remove the
1
to
battery pack from the camcorder, then try
charging again.
Wheel
1
until the correct setting appears and
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If
a
fully-charged battery’s operation time
then press it. The setting stops blinking.
6) When none of these settings (“YEAR”,
“MONTH”, “DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the
remains extremely short, the battery is worn
out. Please purchase a new one.
Perform charging where the temperature is
between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the
ideal temperature range. 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.
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 or
discharging:
MENU Wheel
press it, to go to Menu Screen.
7) Press the MENU Wheel
1
to select “ 3RETURN” and
1
in to select
“3EXIT” to close the Menu Screen.
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To display the date and time in the camcorder’s
display and on a connected TV, see DATE/
TIME DISP. (੬ pg. 16) in SYSTEM MENU.
The date/time cannot be stored in memory if
the built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an
authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set
the date/time as necessary before you start
shooting.
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Set the Power Switch
”.
Disconnect the AC Adapter from the
camcorder.
Unplug the AC Adapter’s power cord from
the AC outlet.
Detach the battery from the camcorder.
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to “PLAY”, “ ” or
“
D A T E
T
I M E SE T
24-hour
indication
Y E A R
MO N T H
D A Y
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Using the optional AA-V15EG AC Power
Adapter/Charger, you can charge the BN-
V10U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery pack without
the camcorder.
R E TURN
However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.
To avoid interference with reception, do not use
the AC Adapter near a radio.
Recording time is reduced significantly when
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly or the LCD monitor is used
repeatedly.
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Before extended use, it is recommended that
you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3
times the planned shooting time.
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Grip Adjustment
1) Separate the Velcro strip.
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and
grasp the grip.
tripod with the tripod mounting socket
tighten the screw.
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3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can
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easily operate
the Recording Start/Stop
. Refasten
Button and Power Zoom Lever
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the Velcro strip.
3
"
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Velcro
strip
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to extend its legs
fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent
damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not
use a small tripod.
Viewfinder Adjustment
1) Set the Power Switch
pressing down the Lock Button
#
to “ ” or “ ” while
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2) Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Pull up the viewfinder and adjust it manually to
get the best view.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
1) Open the LCD monitor fully and keep it aligned
vertically with the camera (do not tilt it). Press
3) Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control
+
until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
EJECT
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for more than 2 seconds until the
cassette holder opens. Do not force open.
2) When inserting a cassette, make sure the label
is facing outward.
3) Press the Close button
cassette holder until it locks in place. Close the
LCD monitor.
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to close the
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Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette
holder is still open may cause damage to the
LCD monitor.
Make sure the erase protection tab is in the
position that allows recording. If not, slide the
tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If
the tab has been removed, cover the hole with
adhesive tape.
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Thread the strap through the eyelet
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to
5, then fold it
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The cassette holder cannot be opened while
the camcorder is in record mode or detached
from power source.
the other eyelet
5, making sure the strap is not
Cassette holder
twisted. Adjust the length.
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Erase protection tab
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The playback picture can be viewed in the
viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut), on the
LCD monitor or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 12,
“Connections To A TV/VCR”).
RECORDING
Set REC MODE,TAPE LENGTH and DATE/
TIME. (੬ pg. 14 – 17, “MENU SETTINGS”)
1) Remove the lens cap. Set the Power Switch
to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock
#
To control the speaker volume
6, rotate the
MENU Wheel towards “+” to turn up, or
1
towards “–” to turn down. While shooting,
sound is not heard from the speaker.
Noise bars appear and pictures may become
monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search.
This is normal.
Button
".
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make
sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Shooting while using the LCD monitor:
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.
The camcorder is in Record-Standby mode and
BASIC FEATURES
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick
scene transitions like those seen on TV.
1) Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.
“PAUSE”
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is displayed.
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The viewfinder and LCD monitor cannot be
used simultaneously. Therefore, when opening
the LCD monitor and tilting it upward to 180°,
you cannot view any image in the viewfinder.
However, you can shoot yourself while viewing
your own image on the LCD monitor.
2) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC.
2
.
5S
reserved.
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
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appears and 5Sec. Rec. is
2) 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
Record-Standby mode.
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Recording starts, and after 5 seconds, the
camcorder re-enters Record–Standby mode
automatically.
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4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD
Monitor:
5SEC. REC
disappears.
2
again so that
5S
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When the Power Switch # is set to “ ”,
adjust “LCD BRIGHT” in SYSTEM MENU (੬ pg.
16).
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Fade/Wipe (੬ pg. 15) cannot be activated
during 5Sec. Rec.
Backlight Compensation
To increase the brightness of the subject relative
to the background.
When the Power Switch # is set to “ ” or
“OFF”, this adjustment cannot be performed.
PLAYBACK
1) Press BACKLIGHT
is displayed and the subject is brightened.
2) To cancel Backlight Compensation, press
BACKLIGHT again. “ disappears.
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during recording. “
”
:
1) Load a tape (੬ pg. 10, “Loading/Unloading A
Cassette”).
2) Set the Power Switch
pressing down the Lock Button
playback, press 3/8
To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback),
press 3/8 . To stop playback, press 7
Press 1 to rewind, or ¡ to fast-forward.
High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is
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to “PLAY” while
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. To start
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Backlight Compensation functions in both
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subject, resulting in a washed out or white
image.
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BACKLIGHT
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and Manual Exposure mode
possible by holding 1
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or ¡
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down during
(੬ pg. 14) cannot be used simultaneously.
playback.
Auto/Manual Focus
If correct focus cannot be obtained with Auto
Focus, use Manual Focus.
For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK
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The camcorder shuts off automatically after
about 5 minutes in the Record-Standby or Stop
mode.
1) Set the Power Switch
down the Lock Button
#
"
to “ ” while pressing
.
To turn on again, set the Power Switch
“OFF”, then to “ ”, “ ” or “PLAY”.
#
to
2) Press
3) To focus on a distant subject, rotate the MENU
Wheel upward. “2” appears and blinks. To
focus on a close subject, rotate the MENU
Wheel downward. “3” appears and blinks.
FOCUS
4
. “
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appears.
When the Power Switch
#
is set to “ ”, “
”
or “PLAY”, and the LCD monitor* is opened at
an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD
monitor switches on and the viewfinder
switches off automatically to save power.
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4) To cancel the Manual Focus, press
. “ disappears and Auto Focus is
applied.
FOCUS
Tracking
4
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Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen
during playback. To activate Manual Tracking:
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When the focus level cannot be adjusted any
1) Press the TRACKING Wheel
1
for approx. 2
farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
seconds. “MT” appears.
2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel
noise bars disappear.
5
1
so that the
Zooming
To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry
extends the maximum magnification offered by
optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.
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To return to Auto Tracking, press the
TRACKING Wheel for approx. 2 seconds or
set the Power Switch
“PLAY” again. “AT”
Tracking finishes, the indication disappears.
When noise bars appear during playback, the
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and
1
#
5
to “OFF” and then
blinks. When Auto
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Slide the Power Zoom Lever
zoom in, or “W” to zoom out.
3
towards “T” to
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever
, the quicker the zoom action.
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3
Focusing may become unstable during
Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in
Record–Standby, lock the focus by using the
manual focus, then zoom in or out in Record
mode.
“AT”
5
appears.
Manual Tracking may not work with tapes
recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.
TBC (Time Base Corrector)
Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to
deliver a stable picture even with old tapes.
To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC
during playback for more than 1 second. “TBC”
1
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The zoom level indicator
zoom. Once the zoom level indicator
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4
reaches the top, all magnification from that
point is through digital processing.
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image
may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set
“D.ZOOM” (੬ pg. 15) to “OFF” in CAMERA
MENU.
is displayed.
The “TBC” indicator
camcorder equipped with
•
1
turns green (grey with a
black/white
a
viewfinder) while TBC is working, and white
while TBC is not operative.
•
•
•
TBC does not work during Still Playback and
Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 11).
It may take a few seconds before TBC actually
starts working.
The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode
is activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out
points or when normal playback resumes after
Still Playback or Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 11).
If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is
set to on, turn off TBC.
Quick Review
To check the end of the last recording.
1) Make sure the camcorder is in Record–
Standby mode.
2) Press 1
)
and release quickly.
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and
played back automatically, then pauses in
Record–Standby mode for the next shot.
Distortion may occur at the start of playback.
This is normal.
•
•
Connections To A TV/VCR
Retake
1) Make sure all units are turned off.
To re-record certain segments.
1) Make sure the camcorder is in Record–
Standby mode.
2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR. If
using both TV and VCR, connect the VCR
output to the TV input.
3) Turn on all units. Set the VCR to its AUX input
mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
2) Press and hold either RETAKE ¡
%
or 1
)
to reach the start point for new recording.
•
•
Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.
Be sure to lower the TV volume to its minimum
to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the
camcorder is turned on.
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
!
to
start recording.
•
Noise bars appear and pictures may become
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is
normal.
•
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.
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•
To record on a VCR using a compact cassette
and the adapter, cover the adapter’s recording
safety hole with Adhesive tape.
White to Audio
Output 6
4) To unload the cassette, turn the dial 5 in the
direction of “UNLOADING” all the way until it
stops.
The colour shown in the window 4 changes
from green \ red \ blue (indicating unloading
is possible).
•
Yellow toVideo
Output 7
Connector cover
5) Slide the latch 1 to open the compartment
door, then insert your finger in the hole 6, and
push up and remove the cassette.
A/V cable
6) Close the compartment door 2.
2 Compartment door
4 Window
Recording
safety hole
TV
White to
5 Dial
Audio Input
VCR
Yellow to
Video Input
The protec-
tion sheet is
affixed
1 Latch
Tape Dubbing
1) Connect the camcorder and the VCR (੬ pg.
12, “Connections To TV/VCR”). Set the
Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing
down the Lock Button , turn on the VCR’s
3 Gear
7 Reels
A
#
Compact video cassette
"
power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in
the camcorder and the VCR.
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause
modes.
2) Press 3/8
&
to find a spot just before the edit-
6 Hole
in point. Once it is reached, press 3/8
&
again.
•
•
If there is slack in the video tape when
inserting the compact cassette into the
adapter, the tape may become damaged. To
take up slack in the tape, turn the gear 3 in
the direction of the arrow.
3) Press 3/8
&
and engage the VCR’s Record
mode.
4) Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and
press 3/8
&.
•
Repeat steps 2) through 4) for additional
editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder
when finished.
During tape loading and unloading, do not
touch the reels
protection.
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for safety and tape
Using The Cassette Adapter (Optional)
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette
recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR.
1) Slide the latch 1 to open the compartment
door, then insert the cassette and close the
compartment door 2.
•
If the colour shown in the window 4 is green
or red, turn the dial 5 in the direction of
“UNLOADING” so that colour changes to blue.
2) Turn the dial 5 in the direction of “LOADING”
all the way until it stops.
• The colour shown in the window 4 changes
from blue \ red \ green (indicating playback
is possible).
3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and
play the tape back.
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•
When the background is overly dark or the
subject light.
MENU SETTINGS
The Menu Screen cannot be accessed while
recording.
1) Rotate the MENU Wheel
1
to select
“MANUAL”, then press it.
2) To brighten the image, rotate the MENU
1) Set the Power Switch
#
".
1
to “ ” while pressing
Wheel
1
downward.
down the Lock Button
To darken the image, rotate the MENU Wheel
2) Press the MENU Wheel
in. The TOP MENU
1
upward.
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel
1
The exposure control level increases/decreases
(maximum 06).
to select the desired menu or function and
press it.
P.AE (Programme AE with special effects)
In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports” modes,
picture colour may be adversely affected if the
subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light
sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapour
lights.
T O P M E N U
E X P O S U R E
A U T O
O F F
O F F
O F F
S P
P
.
A E
D
I
G I
F
E C T
F A D E/W I P E
R E C M O D E
2 T O C A M E R A M E N U
2 T O S Y S T E M M E N U
OFF: To cancel the effect.
2 E X I
T
SPORTS: High shutter speed clearly
captures fast-moving action.
ND EFFECT: A black mist darkens the picture, as
when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter the
effects of glare on the subject.
FOG: Makes the picture look misty white, as
when an external fog filter is attached to the lens.
Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look.
TWILIGHT: Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks,
etc., look more natural and dramatic. In this
mode, the Auto Focus (੬ pg. 11) and S.LX (੬
pg. 15) may not work.
•
To go from TOP MENU to CAMERA MENU,
rotate the MENU Wheel to select “3 TO
CAMERA MENU” and press it.
1
C A M E R A M E N U
S T A B
I
L
I
Z E R O F F
S
D
.
.
I
L X
N O R M A L
0 x
O F F
Z O O M
D E
5
W
T E L E M A C R O O F F
2 M . W .
B
E
E
.
A U T O
S E T U P
2 T
2 T
I
I
T L
T L
2 E X I
T
1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter):
Captures faster action than Sports mode. The
screen becomes slightly dark. Use in well-lit
environment.
•
To go from TOP MENU to SYSTEM MENU,
rotate the MENU Wheel to select “3 TO
SYSTEM MENU” and press it. SYSTEM
MENU has 2 pages. To go to the next page,
1
rotate the MENU Wheel
SYSTEM MENU 2” and press it.
1
to select “3 TO
SUNSET: Makes scenes look like a sunset
with reddish tint.
SURF&SNOW: Compensates for subjects
that may otherwise appear too dark when
shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as
in the snow or beach. In this mode, the fast-
moving images can be recorded since the shutter
speed becomes fast.
S Y S T E M ME N U
1
T
A P E L E N G T H T 3
0
F U L L
O N
D I S P L A Y
O S D O U T P U T
L C D B R I G H T
2 D A T E/T
I
I
M E
M E
D
I
S P .
2 D A T E/T
2 T O S Y S T E M M E N U
S E T
2
2 E X I
T
DIGIFECT (Digital Effects)
OFF: To cancel the effect.
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel
1
to select the
SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish
tint like old photos. Combine this with WIDE in
CAMERA MENU for a classic look.
B/W:MONO: Like black and white films, your
footage is shot in B/W. Combine this with WIDE in
CAMERA MENU for a classic look.
B. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a bluish
tint.
R. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a reddish
tint.
SOLARI: The picture is recorded with an
effect similar to a painting.
desired setting and press it.
4) Press “3 EXIT” to exit from any menu.
TOP MENU
EXPOSURE
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 in the
snow.
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CAMERA MENU
STABILIZER
NEGAPOSI: The colours of a picture are
reversed.
MOSAIC: Turns recorded scenes into
mosaic pattern.
STRETCH: Doubles the width of the picture
horizontally.
a
The Picture Stabiliser compensates for unstable
images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
ON : The Picture Stabiliser is activated.
[
appears.
OFF: The Picture Stabiliser is deactivated.
disappears.
FADE/WIPE
Fade- or wipe-in works when recording begins,
and fade-or wipe-out works when recording ends.
OFF: To cancel the effect.
[
•
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible in
certain conditions including excessive hand
shake.
FADER: Fades in/out to a black screen.
FADER: Fades in/out to a white screen.
MOSAIC (Fader): Gradually turns/returns the
picture into/from a mosaic pattern.
•
[
appears blinking if the Stabiliser
cannot be used.
S.LX
SHUTTER (Wipe): A black screen moves in
MAX: To record
a
subject in
a
darkly lit
from the top and bottom, closing over the image
like a shutter, or a new image pushes open the
black screen vertically from the centre.
environment, when it is more convenient to shoot
the subject with a brighter image even if the
picture becomes slightly coarse.
SLIDE (Wipe): A black screen moves in from
the left to gradually cover the image, or a new
image moves in from right to left.
DOOR (Wipe): Wipes in as the two halves of
a black screen open to the left and right, revealing
the scene, or wipes out and the black screen
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.
NORMAL: To record
a
subject in
a
dimly lit
environment, when it is more convenient to shoot
with a less coarse picture although the subject
becomes slightly dark.
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment.
D. ZOOM
CORNER (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen
from the upper right to the lower left corner,
revealing the scene, or wipes out from lower left to
upper right, leaving a black screen.
Zooming is possible from 25X (the optical zoom
limit), to
a
maximum of 50X or 800X digital
magnification.
When set to “OFF” only optical zoom (maximum
25x magnification) can function.
WINDOW (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen
from the centre of the screen towards the corners,
revealing the scene, or wipe out from the corners
to the centre, leaving a black screen.
SCROLL (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen
from the bottom to the top, revealing the scenes,
or wipes out from the top to the bottom, leaving a
black screen.
\
WIDE
When set to “ON” black bars will be recorded at
the top and bottom of the screen to produce a
cinema-like “wide-screen” effect.
\
TELE MACRO
When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as
large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go
out of focus.
REC MODE
Allows you to set the recording mode. “LP” (Long
Play) is more economical, providing twice the
recording time.
M.W.B.
If the white balance is correct, all other colours
will be accurately reproduced.
•
If the recording mode is switched, the playback
picture will be blurred at the switching point.
AUTO
:White balance is adjusted
automatically.
FINE
:Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD :Outdoors on a cloudy day.
HALOGEN:A video light or similar type of
lighting is used.
MWB: White balance is set manually. Hold a
sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject.
Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white
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paper fills the screen. If it is difficult to focus on
the white paper, adjust focus manually (੬ pg.11,
LCD BRIGHT
To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor,
perform the following steps quickly (within approx.
1 second by each interval):
1) Select “LCD BRIGHT” in SYSTEM MENU. The
“BRIGHT ON” message appears.
2) Press the BRIGHT Wheel
normal screen.
3) Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel
bright level indicator
4) Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel
appropriate brightness is reached. After the
BRIGHT Wheel is released, the indicator
“Auto/Manual Focus”). Press the MENU Wheel
in until “MWB” begins blinking. When the
setting is completed, “MWB” stops blinking.
1
}
}
•
Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned
off or the battery is removed.
1
in to return to
to display the
•
White balance cannot be used when the
“SEPIA” or “B/W:MONO” (੬ pg. 14 “Digital
Effects”) mode is activated.
1
_.
1
until the
TITLE
1
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset
titles.
soon disappears and adjustment is completed.
•
]
shows the selected title which remains until
DATE/TIME DISP.
OFF is selected.
The date/time appears in the camcorder or on a
connected monitor (set DATE/TIME in SYSTEM
MENU first ੬ pg. 9).
The selected display will be recorded. If you do
not want to record the display, select “OFF”
before shooting.
TITLE SETUP
Adjust the settings for TITLE.
SIZE :When “LARGE” is selected, the title
•
is twice enlarged vertically than
“NORMAL”.
•
In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder
records the date for about 5 seconds when
recording is initiated after the date is changed,
SCROLL :When “ON” is selected, the title is
scrolled from right to left.
To set “SIZE” or “SCROLL”, rotate the MENU
a
cassette is loaded, or AUTO DATE is
Wheel
When the setting begins blinking, rotate the
MENU Wheel until the correct setting appears
1
to select the desired item and press it.
selected. The date is replaced after 5 seconds
with “AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.
1
and then select it. The setting stops blinking.
DATE/TIME SET
Allows you to set the current date and time.
(੬ pg. 9)
SYSTEM MENU
SYSTEM MENU 1
TAPE LENGTH
Allows you to set the tape length depending on
the tape used: T30=30 minutes, T45=45 minutes,
T50=50 minutes, T60=60 minutes.
•
Tape remaining time
correct tape length has been selected.
.
is correct only if the
DISPLAY
FULL: Makes all of the indications appear on the
LCD monitor/viewfinder during playback or
recording.
SIMPLE: Makes the following indications
disappear from the LCD monitor/viewfinder during
recording or playback
time , tape length
0, tape remaining
.
.
,
;
OSD OUTPUT
ON: On-screen indications are displayed.
OFF: On-screen indications are turned off except
Date/Time, Instant Title and Warning Indication.
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SYSTEM MENU 2
INT.TIME
You can record sequentially at preset time spans.
DEMO MODE
Demonstrates certain functions automatically.
Available when the Power Switch
or “ ” and “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-
preset).
To cancel demonstration, set "DEMO MODE"
to “OFF”.
Pressing MENU Wheel
DEMO MODE menu while the demo is in
progress.
Performing any operation during the
demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for
Leaving the camcorder aimed at
a
specific
subject, you can record subtle changes over an
extended period of time (Time-Lapse). REC
MODE should be set to “SP”.
(Please note that it is necessary to set the REC
TIME (Animation) in the SYSTEM MENU before
performing the INT. TIME (Time-Lapse) function.)
Select the desired interval time and press the
#
is set to “
”
•
•
1
directly accesses
Recording Start/Stop Button
!.
•
•
Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed.
•
•
This function is cancelled when the power is
turned off or when the cassette is ejected.
To use this function, it is recommended that
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP (੬ pg. 16) be set to
“OFF”.
•
more than
demonstration will resume.
“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the
camcorder power is turned off.
1
minute after that, the
•
•
When
a
cassette is in the camcorder
VCR MENU
demonstration is not available.
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.
V C R M E N U
C O U N T E R M E MO R Y O F
C O U N T E R R E S E T
Y E
F
S
REC TIME
You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly
different, of the same object for a brief selected
period of time (Animation). REC MODE should be
set to “SP”.
2 E X I
T
COUNTER MEMORY
Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment.
1) Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while
pressing down the Lock Button
2) Press the MENU Wheel
screen appears.
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel
“COUNTER MEMORY” and press it. Then,
rotate the MENU Wheel to “ON” and press
it. (“M” appears when you return to normal
screen.)
Select the desired recording time and press the
Recording Start/Stop Button
the subject.
!
after focusing on
#
"
.
•
•
Fade-or wipe-in/out cannot be performed.
1
in. The VCR MENU
This function is cancelled when the power is
turned off or when the cassette is ejected.
To use this function, it is recommended that
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP (੬ pg. 16) be set to
“OFF”.
1
to select
•
1
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel
"COUNTER RESET” and press it. Then, rotate
the MENU Wheel to “YES” and press it. The
1
to select
1
counter resets to “0:00:00”.
5) To return to normal screen, rotate the MENU
Wheel
6) After recording or playback, press 7
. The tape automatically stops at or
close to 0:00:00.
7) Press 3/8 to start playback.
1
to “3EXIT” and press it.
(
, then
1
)
&
•
The counter memory functions in both Fast-
Forward and Rewind modes.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem
yourself.
Vertical white lines appear when shooting a
very bright object.
The tape is running, but there is no play-
back picture.
•
This sometimes occurs when the contrast
between the background and the object is
great. It is not a defect of the camcorder.
•
The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or
channel.
•
If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV
Switch has not been set to VIDEO.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the
LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.
•
Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not
a defect of the camcorder.
•
The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult
your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or
replacement.
Coloured bright spots appear all over the
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
•
The tape stops during fast-forwarding or
rewinding.
•
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made
with high-precision technology. However, black
spots or bright spots of light (red, green or
blue) may appear constantly on the LCD
monitor or in the viewfinder. These spots are
not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any
defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than
99.99 %.)
The Counter Memory Function has been
activated (੬ pg. 17, “COUNTER MEMORY”).
The date and time displays disappear.
•
If you remove the power source from the
camcorder while the power is on, all settings
and selections are erased. Make sure to turn
the
camcorder’s
power
off
before
Animation or Time-Lapse is not available.
disconnecting the power source.
•
Before recording in the Animation mode at the
very beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to
the Recording mode for about 5 seconds, so
that the tape runs smoothly. Using the Fade-in
function at this point is a good way to begin an
animated programme (੬ pg.17 REC TIME/
INT. TIME in SYSTEM MENU).
The tape will not eject.
•
•
The battery pack is running low.
If the LCD monitor is not open over 60
degrees, the EJECT button
function.
(
does not
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device.
External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In
such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.); and then re-
connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.
WARNING INDICATIONS:
(high)
(exhausted) : Displays the battery remaining power level. As the battery
power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is
exhausted, power turns off automatically.
: Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the erase protection tab is not in the position that allows
recording.
TAPE END: Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forwarding.
LENS CAP: Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.
CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3
seconds if condensation occurs. In this case, all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled.
Remove the tape, turn the unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to
clear, and turn it on again.
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2 warnings appear alternately
every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning
cassette. If the warning remains after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
E01—E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY:The error indications (E01
— E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off,
remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can
resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
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CAUTIONS
General Battery Precautions
Cassettes
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or
explode.
1) Do not use any different size of batteries from
those specified.
2) Be sure to insert batteries in the correct
direction.
3) Do not use rechargeable batteries.
4) Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat
as they can leak or explode.
5) Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.
6) Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
To properly use and store your cassettes:
1) During use…
… beware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
automatically erases the previously recorded
video and audio signals.
… make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
… do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
… do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
2) Store cassettes…
… away from heaters, other heat sources or direct
sunlight.
… where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
… where they won’t be exposed to strong
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).
… vertically, in their original cases.
Battery Packs
The battery packs are nickel-
cadmium or nickel metal-hydride
batteries. Before using the supplied
battery pack or an optional battery
pack, be sure to read the following
cautions:
1) To avoid hazard…
… do not burn.
Main Unit
1) For safety, DO NOT…
… do not short-circuit the terminals.
… do not modify or disassemble.
… use only specified chargers.
Terminals
… open the camcorder’s chassis.
… disassemble or modify the unit.
… short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
… allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
… remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
… leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
2) To prevent damage and
prolong service life…
… do not subject to unnecessary shock.
… avoid repeated charging without fully
discharging.
… charge in an environment where temperatures
are within the tolerances shown in the chart
below. This is
a
chemical reaction type
battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical
reaction, while warmer temperatures can
prevent complete charging.
2) Avoid using the unit…
… in places subject to excessive humidity, dust,
shock or vibration.
… in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.
… in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
… store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
… fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery every 6 months when storing it over a
long period of time.
… remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use.
… near a television set.
… near appliances generating strong magnetic or
•
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm
after charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
electric
fields
(speakers,
broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
… in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
Charging...................................... 10°C to 35°C
Operation ...................................... 0°C to 40°C
Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C
Recharging time is based on room
temperature of 20°C.
The lower the temperature, the longer
recharging takes.
3) DO NOT leave the unit . . .
… in places of over 50°C.
… in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
… in direct sunlight.
•
•
… in a closed car in summer.
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… near a heater.
… in dusty places such as a beach.
ForYour Maintenance
1) After Use
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over
60 degrees.
Press EJECT for approximately 2 seconds
to open the cassette holder, then remove
the cassette.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by
pressing the Close button.
4 Close and lock the LCD monitor.
5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the
battery pack.
6 Attach the provided lens cap to the
camcorder’s lens.
4) To protect the unit, DO NOT…
… allow it to become wet.
… drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
… subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
… keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
… direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.
… carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD
monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with both
hands or use the grip.
… swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
2) Cleaning The Camcorder
LCD Monitor
1) To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT…
1 Gently wipe the exterior with a soft cloth,
with diluted mild soap, wipe off heavy dirt,
then wipe again with a dry cloth.
2 Wipe the LCD monitor gently with a soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
Close the LCD monitor.
3 Blow the lens with a blower brush, then
wipe it gently with lens cleaning paper.
4 Remove dust from the viewfinder using a
blower brush.
… push it strongly or apply any shocks.
… place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on
the bottom.
2) To prolong service life…
… avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3) Beware of the following phenomena for
LCD monitor use. These are not
malfunctions:
•
While using the camcorder, the surface around
the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD
monitor may heat up.
If you leave power on for a long time, the
surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
•
•
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as
benzine or alcohol.
Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units
have been disconnected.
•
•
•
Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
When using a cleaner or chemically treated
cloth, refer to the cautions that came with it.
About moisture condensation…
•
You may have observed that pouring a cold
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water
to form on the glass outer surface. This
same phenomenon occurs on the head
drum of a camcorder when it is moved from
a cool place to a warm place, after heating a
cold room, under extremely humid
conditions or in a place directly subjected to
the cool air from an air conditioner.
•
Moisture on the head drum can cause
severe damage to the video tape, and can
lead to internal damage to the camcorder
itself.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Camcorder
General
Format
Pickup
Lens
:1/6" format CCD
:F1.8, f = 2.2 mm to 55 mm,
25:1 power zoom lens with
auto iris and macro control
:ø 30.5mm
:Electronic viewfinder with
0.24" black/white LCD
:VHS PAL standard
Power source :DC 11 V
(Using AC
Adapter)
DC 6 V
pack)
Filter diameter
Viewfinder
(Using battery
Power consumption
Viewfinder on :3.7 W
LCD monitor on:4.3 W
White balance
adjustment
LCD monitor
:Auto/Manual adjustment
: 2.50" diagonally measured,
LCD panel/TFT active matrix
system
Signal system
:PAL-type
Video recording system
Luminance
Colour
:FM recording
:Converted sub-carrier
Speaker
:Monaural
direct recording
Conforms to VHS standard
Connectors
Video
:1 V (p-p), 75 Ω unbalanced,
analogue output (via Video
output connector)
:300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ,
analogue output (via Audio
output connector)
Cassette
Tape speed
SP
:
cassette
:23.39 mm/sec.
:11.70 mm/sec.
Audio
LP
Recording time (max.)
SP
LP
:60 minutes
:120 minutes
AC Adapter
Power requirement:AC 110 V — 240 V~
(with EC-60 cassette)
50 Hz/60 Hz
:DC 11 V
Operating
temperature
Output
, 1 A
:0°C to 40°C
Operating humidity :35% to 80%
Storage temperature :–20°C to 50°C
Weight
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
:Approx. 768g
:81 mm x 125 mm x 216 mm
(with the LCD monitor closed
and with the viewfinder fully
tilted downward)
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications
subject to change without notice.
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TERMS
A
P
AC Adapter....................................................pg. 8
Animation Recording...................................pg. 17
Auto Date Record........................................pg. 16
Auto Focus ..................................................pg. 11
Auto Shut Off...............................................pg. 11
Picture Stabiliser .........................................pg. 15
Playback......................................................pg. 11
Programme AE with Special Effects............pg. 14
Provided Accessories....................................pg. 2
Q
Quick Review...............................................pg. 12
B
Backlight Compensation .............................pg. 11
Battery Pack............................................pg. 8, 19
Blue Filter Effect..........................................pg. 14
Brighten The Image.....................................pg. 14
Brighten The LCD Monitor ....................pg. 11, 16
R
Recording, Start/ Stop.................................pg. 11
Recording Mode..........................................pg. 15
Record-Standby ..........................................pg. 11
Red Filter Effect...........................................pg. 14
Retake.........................................................pg. 12
Rewind The Tape.........................................pg. 11
C
Cassette Adapter ........................................pg. 13
Charging The Battery Pack ...........................pg. 8
Clean The Camcorder.................................pg. 20
Connection To a VCR/ TV............................pg. 12
Counter Memory .........................................pg. 17
S
Self-Recording.............................................pg. 11
Sepia Mode .................................................pg. 14
Shoulder Strap Attachment .........................pg. 10
Solarisation Effect .......................................pg. 14
Specifications ..............................................pg. 21
Sports Mode................................................pg. 14
Still Playback ...............................................pg. 11
Stretch Effect...............................................pg. 15
Sunset Mode ...............................................pg. 14
Super LoLux (S. LX)....................................pg. 15
Surf and Snow Mode...................................pg. 14
D
Darken The Image.......................................pg. 14
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................pg. 11, 16
Date/ Time Display......................................pg. 16
Date/ Time Settings.......................................pg. 9
Demonstration Mode...............................pg. 1, 17
Digital Effects ..............................................pg. 14
Digital Zoom................................................pg. 15
Dioptre Adjustment......................................pg. 10
T
E
Tape Counter...............................................pg. 17
Tape Dubbing ..............................................pg. 13
Tape Length Setting ....................................pg. 16
Tele Macro...................................................pg. 15
Time-Lapse Shooting ..................................pg. 17
Tracking .......................................................pg. 12
Tripod Mounting...........................................pg. 10
Twilight Mode...............................................pg. 14
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ..........................pg. 14
Erase Protection..........................................pg. 10
Exposure Control ........................................pg. 14
F
Fade- In/ Out ...............................................pg. 15
Fast- Forward Tape .....................................pg. 11
5-Second Recording Mode .........................pg. 11
G
U
Grip Adjustment ..........................................pg. 10
Unload A Tape.............................................pg. 10
H
V
High Speed Shutter Mode...........................pg. 14
Viewfinder Adjustment.................................pg. 10
I
W
Instant Titles................................................pg. 16
White Balance Adjustment ..........................pg. 15
Wide Mode ..................................................pg. 15
Wipe-In/Out .................................................pg. 15
L
LCD Monitor/ Viewfinder, Indications ........pg. 6, 7
Load A Tape ................................................pg. 10
Z
Zooming ......................................................pg. 12
M
Manual Focus..............................................pg. 11
Menu Screen.......................................pg. 14 – 17
Monotone Effect..........................................pg. 14
Mosaic Effect...............................................pg. 15
N
ND Effect Mode...........................................pg. 14
Nega/ Posi Mode.........................................pg. 15
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NOTE
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