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CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 7 GETTING STARTED 8 17 BASIC RECORDING
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Recording On Tape ............................... 18 Recording On Memory Card ................... 21 Recording On Tape And Memory Card ...... 22
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
BASIC PLAYBACK
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GR-DV3000
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Playback From Tape .............................. 25 Playback From Memory Card .................. 26
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ADVANCED FEATURES CONNECTIONS
28 33 34 53 54 57
Basic Connections ................................ 54 Advanced Connections .......................... 56
DUBBING
58 61
Dubbing To A VCR ................................ 58 Dubbing From A VCR ............................ 59 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector ............. 60 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card ............... 61
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
62 73
Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback and Playback Zoom ............... 64 Playback Special Effects ........................ 65 Random Assemble Editing ..................... 66 For More Accurate Editing ...................... 70 Insert Editing ....................................... 71 Audio Dubbing ..................................... 72
TROUBLESHOOTING USER MAINTENANCE INDEX
74 79 80 81 88
Jack Box ............................................ 81 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 82 Indications ......................................... 84
CAUTIONS TERMS
89 91 92 93 94 95
INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
LYT0940-001A
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual · All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. · Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. · Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. It is recommended that you . . . ..... refer to the Index ( pgs. 81 88) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. ..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in 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.
CAUTIONS:
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
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The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/ V428U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Caution: (applies to Jack Box)
To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person.
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Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
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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 shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder with cables (S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) connected, then leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone to the camcorder's Info-Shoe.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked " " and memory cards marked " " or " can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . . . ..... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark or . ..... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark ..... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. ..... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)
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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 DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. 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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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V40EG or AA-V40EK
Remote Control Unit RM-V717U
Jack Box CU-V504U
Battery Pack BN-V408U
S-Video cable
DC Cord
Editing Cable
Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
Audio Cable (for connection of optional headphones)
Lens Hood (Already attached to the camcorder pg. 5)
Lens Cap ( pg. 5 for attachment)
USB Cable
Shoulder Strap
CD-ROM
AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit)
Memory Card (8 MB) (Already inserted in the camcorder)
Cable Adapter
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.
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How To Detach/Attach The Lens Hood
The provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight, the same way professional photographers do.
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To detach: Turn the lens hood counterclockwise.
Threading
To attach: Align the lens hood with the camcorder's lens and screw it in clockwise.
How To Attach The Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.
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The lens cap can be attached/ removed even with the lens hood attached to the camcorder.
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How To Use Audio Cables
When using an optional headphones, connect to the provided Audio cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the Audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
Headphones
Audio cable
To PHONE
Core Filter
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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON" (factory-preset).
Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to " " or " " and no cassette is in the camcorder. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. To cancel Automatic Demonstration: 1. Set the Power Switch to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 2. Rotate the MENU wheel to select " SYSTEM" and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears. 3. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "DEMO MODE" and press it. The Sub Menu appears. 4. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "OFF" and press it. 5. Rotate the MENU wheel to select " RETURN", and press it twice. The normal screen appears.
MENU Wheel
DEMO MODE
OF F ON
Sub Menu
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Battery pack BN-V408U, BN-V416U or BN-V428U
GETTING STARTED
Power
To AC outlet
This camcorder's 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.
AC Power Adapter/ Charger
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1 Make sure you unplug the camcorder's DC cord
from the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/Charger's power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights. Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.
POWER indicator
DC OUT connector CHARGE indicator
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3 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but
Battery pack BN-V408U BN-V416U (optional) BN-V428U (optional) Fully charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 2 hrs. approx. 3 hrs. 20 min. stays lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger's power cord from the AC outlet.
If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first. Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack. To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio. If you connect the camcorder's DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops. Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again. If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
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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.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then reattach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance. (If you're using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)
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USING THE BATTERY PACK
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1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 1.
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2 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place 2.
· If the battery pack is attached with its mark set in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur. To Detach The Battery Pack . . . ..... slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding down BATT. RELEASE to detach it.
BATT. RELEASE Switch
Approximate recording time
Battery pack BN-V408U BN-V416U (optional) BN-V428U (optional) BN-V840U (optional) BN-V856U (optional) LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder off 1 hr. 5 min. 2 hrs. 10 min. 3 hrs. 50 min. 5 hrs. 20 min. 7 hrs. 30 min. LCD monitor off/ Viewfinder on 1 hr. 15 min. 2 hrs. 30 min. 4 hrs. 20 min. 6 hrs. 10 min. 8 hrs. 40 min.
ATTENTION
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder's power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
INFORMATION
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger: VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EG or AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Power Adapter/Charger provided with this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15EG or AAV15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U battery pack.
NOTES:
Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: · Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. · The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. · The playback mode is engaged repeatedly. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. pg. 8. For other notes,
To AC outlet Power cord AC Power Adapter/ Charger DC cord To DC OUT connector
To DC Input connector
Jack Box
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Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop button
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
1 Separate the Velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to
Lock Button Power Switch
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.
Viewfinder Adjustment
Dioptre Adjustment Control
1 Set the Power Switch to "
for best viewability.
" or " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually 3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
PAUSE
Shoulder Strap Attachment
the eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3 located under the Grip Strap . Confirm the strap is not twisted.
1 Following the illustration, thread the strap through
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Tripod Mounting
CAUTION
When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.
1 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.
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Power Switch
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Date/Time Settings
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback ( pg. 31, 32).
Power Lamp
1 Set the Power Switch to "
" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Lock Button
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "
Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears.
DISPLAY".
Rotate the MENU wheel to select "CLOCK ADJ.". Press it and "day" is highlighted. Rotate the MENU wheel to input the day. Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. RETURN", and Rotate the MENU wheel to select " press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
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NOTE:
Even if you select "CLOCK ADJ.", if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder's internal clock continues to operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/ time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press the MENU wheel, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set.
MENU Wheel
Display
FADER / W I PE PROGRAM AE W. BAL ANC E CAMERA MANUA L SYSTEM D I SPL AY DSC END F . WH I TE
ON SCRE E N DATE / T I ME T I ME CODE CLOCK ADJ .
LCD / TV AUTO OF F 25 . 12 . 02 17 : 3 0
DISPLAY Menu
RETURN
CLOCK ADJ .
25 . 12 . 02 17 : 3 0
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Erase protection tab* Make sure the window side is facing out. PUSH HERE Cassette holder
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of
the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. · Do not touch internal components.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH HERE"
to close the cassette holder. · Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. · When the battery's charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery with a fully charged one before continuing.
3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
Cassette holder cover
into place.
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Approximate recording time
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
.... slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of "SAVE". This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to "REC" before loading it. Be sure to press only the section labeled "PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your finger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage. Tape SP 30 min. 60 min. 80 min.
Recording mode LP 45 min. 90 min. 120 min.
30 min. 60 min. 80 min.
NOTES:
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force. If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again. If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again. When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder. Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading. When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not. See page 23 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
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Card Cover
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Loading A Memory Card
The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder when you receive the camcorder.
1 Make sure the camcorder's power is off. 2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). 3 Insert the memory card clipped edge first.
· Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.
4 To close the card cover, push it until you hear a
click. To Unload A Memory Card . . . ..... in step 3 push the memory card, which then comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it out and close the card cover.
Memory card
Clipped edge Label
Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked " " or MultiMediaCards marked ". " Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card , consult its manufacturer or dealer. Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to pg. 51. FORMAT the card.
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ATTENTION
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or not the card is installed.
To Protect Valuable Files (available only for SD Memory Card) . . .
Write/erase protection tab
..... slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of "LOCK". This prevents the memory card from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to "LOCK" before loading it.
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To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power Switch to any operation mode except "OFF" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch. Power Switch Position (Manual): Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode. (Full Auto): Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. OFF: Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)
Power Switch
: Allows you to play back a recording on the tape, to access data stored on the memory card or to transfer a still image recorded on the tape or memory card to a computer.
Power lamp
When the Power Switch is set to " ", " " appears. When set to " " or " ", there is no indication.
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When the Power Switch is set to " " or " " and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY", the currently selected image size appears. When set to "VIDEO", there is no indication.
PLAY
F OF
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position VIDEO: · Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. Approx. 6 seconds of a still image can also pg. 20). be recorded on a tape ( If "REC SELECT" is set to " / " in the DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well. · Zoom magnification over 10X is available ( pg. 22, 29). MEMORY: Allows you to record on a memory card or access data stored on a memory card. File size (still image) : 640 x 480 pixels, 1024 x 768 pixels, 1280 x 960 pixels or 1600 x 1200 pixels. File size (moving image) : 160 x 120 pixels or 240 x 176 pixels.
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Power Switch
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Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.
Power Lamp
1 Set the Power Switch to "
" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "
Lock Button
CAMERA" and press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "REC MODE"
and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select "SP" or "LP" by rotating the MENU wheel and press it. Rotate the MENU wheel to select " RETURN", and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes. pg. 72) and Insert Editing · Audio Dubbing ( ( pg. 71) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode. · "LP" (Long Play) is more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time.
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MENU Wheel
Display
REC MODE SP LP
Menu Screen
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point. It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.
Sub Menu
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Power Switch Power Lamp
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Picture Quality/Image Size Setting
The Picture Quality/Image Size can be selected to best match your needs. Refer to the chart on page 17 for your selection.
1 Set the Power Switch to "
" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on.
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "
Lock Button
DSC" and
press it. The DSC Menu appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "QUALITY" and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired mode and press it.
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5 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "IMAGE SIZE"
and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired mode and press it.
6 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "
NOTES:
MENU Wheel
RETURN", and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Display
QUAL I TY F I NE I MAGE S I ZE 1 28 0 X9 6 0 REC SELECT
With images shot in the 1600 X 1200 mode, the shutter speed is applicable only up to 1/500 in the "SPORTS" mode ( pg. 39). Changing the Image Size can only be made if the VIDEO/MEMORY switch is in the MEMORY position.
Menu Screen
RETURN
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STORAGE CAPACITY
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The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality and size as well as the composition of the subjects in the images.
Approximate number of storable images
SD Memory Card (optional) IMAGE SIZE QUALITY 8 MB* FINE 640 x 480 STANDARD FINE 1024 x 768 STANDARD FINE 1280 x 960 STANDARD FINE 1600 x 1200 STANDARD 20 62 130 260 30 6 98 18 205 40 405 78 46 9 145 28 310 62 605 120 110 14 295 46 625 98 1215 190 32 16 MB 98 32 MB 205 64 MB 405
* Since sound effects ( pg. 45) and titles ( pg. 48) are pre-stored in the provided 8 MB memory card, the number of storable images will be less than the figure indicated here.
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Power lamp Power Switch Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)
BASIC RECORDING Recording On Tape
NOTE:
Power ( pg. 8) pg. 10) Grip Adjustment ( Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 10) pg. 12) Load A Cassette ( pg. 15) Recording Mode Setting (
You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.
1 Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it.
Press PUSH OPEN, open the LCD monitor and set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO".
2 Set the Power Switch to "
" or " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully. · Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during use. Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open and the viewfinder is pushed back in. Tilt the LCD monitor upward/ downward for best viewability. · The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. "PAUSE" is displayed.
During shooting Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Display
25 min
min
(Now calculating)
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. "
90 min 89 min
Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)
"
appears while recording is in progress. To Stop Recording . . . ..... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
3 min 2 min
(Blinking)
1 min
(Blinking)
0 min
(Blinking)
BR I GHT
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
180°
90°
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display ..... rotate the MENU wheel until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached. · When using the viewfinder, it is also possible to adjust the brightness in this same manner.
PUSH OPEN Button
MENU Wheel
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When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead. The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting. It will appear in the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position, and it will appear on the LCD monitor when fully extended. The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached. There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force. Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. " When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts. " starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording. The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used. "TAPE END" appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. "TAPE END" also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded. If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder's power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur pg. 23). when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to "Recording from the middle of a tape" ( During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the pg. 25). PHONE connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback ( To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, pg. 28, 30.
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).
INTERFACE SHOOTING
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180° so that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105°, the monitor image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at that time, it also switches on. Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording. During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.
During Interface Shooting, the "Tape Running" indicator and warning indications ( pg. 87, 88) are the only ones that are shown; they appear reversed in the display as they would when viewing a mirror, but are not reversed in the recording. The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface shooting. However, when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indicator appears showing the (blinking) remaining time: (blinking) (blinking)
Self-Recording
NOTES:
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SNAPSHOT Button
BASIC RECORDING Recording On Tape (cont.)
Snapshot (For Tape Recording)
This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
Power Switch
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO", then
set the Power Switch to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select " CAMERA". Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears. 4 Rotate the MENU wheel to select "SNAP MODE", then press it. 5 Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
Snapshot mode, then press it. Rotate the MENU wheel to select " RETURN" and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen
SNAP MODE FUL L NEGA P I NUP FRAME
1 Press SNAPSHOT.
If you press during Record-Standby . . . ..... "PHOTO" appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. If you press during Recording . . . ..... "PHOTO" appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. Motor Drive Mode Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
To remove the shutter sound, "BEEP" on pg. 30. If Snapshot recording is not possible, "PHOTO" blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed. pg. 38) is If Programme AE with special effects ( engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. If SNAPSHOT is pressed when "DIS" is set to "ON" pg. 29), the Stabiliser will be disabled. ( To dub images recorded on a tape to a memory card, pg. 61. The Motor Drive mode is disabled when "REC SELECT" is set to " / " in the Menu pg. 31). Screen ( / " in the If "REC SELECT" is set to " DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well (640 x 480 pixels). During playback as well, all snapshot modes except Nega mode are available when " COPY" is pg. 32). set to "OFF" in the Menu Screen ( When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.
NOTES:
FULL Snapshot mode with no frame*
NEGA Nega mode*
PIN-UP Pin-Up mode
FRAME Snapshot mode with frame*
* There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
BASIC RECORDING Recording On Memory Card
SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch
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Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. pg. 8) Power ( Grip Adjustment ( pg. 10) pg. 10) Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 13) Loading A Memory Card ( Picture Quality/Image Size Setting ( pg. 16)
Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY",
then set the Power Switch to " " or " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Image Size Displays the image file size: 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280 pg. 16). x 960), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) ( Shooting icon Appears and blinks during shooting. Card icon Appears during shooting and blinks when (SD a memory card is not loaded: Memory Card) or (MultiMediaCard).
1280
2 Press SNAPSHOT.
The image is recorded on the memory card. · To check how the image looks before recording it on the memory card, press SNAPSHOT halfway and hold. " " appears and stops blinking when the captured image is focused. To cancel it, release SNAPSHOT. To record it on the memory card, press SNAPSHOT fully. · Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no frame. To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . . ..... when unwanted still images are stored in the memory card or its memory is full, refer to "Deleting Files" ( pg. 50) and delete unwanted still images. To Remove The Shutter Sound . . . ..... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set "BEEP" to "OFF" in the Menu Screen ( pg. 28, 30). The sound is no longer heard from the speaker.
Even if "DIS" is set to "ON" ( pg. 29), the Stabiliser will be disabled. If Snapshot recording is not possible, "PHOTO" blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed. If Programme AE with special effects ( pg. 38) is engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to " " or " " and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, close the LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the viewfinder, push back it in and pull it out again. pg. 20) is disabled when the The Motor Drive mode ( VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY". When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker. Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF.
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Display
Remaining number of shots Displays the remaining number of shots that can be stored. The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. Picture Quality Displays the quality of image: F (Fine) or pg. 16). S (Standard) (in order of quality) ( Focus icon Blinks while the focus is being adjusted and stops blinking when the focus is locked.
NOTES:
Snapshot mode with no frame
There is the sound of a shutter closing.
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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
1x W T 10x W T 20x W T
BASIC RECORDING Recording On Tape And Memory Card
FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE:
40x W T
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.
OPERATION:
Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T". Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "W". The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action.
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus pg. 24), then zoom in or out in Record mode. ( Zooming is possible to a maximum of 300X, or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the pg. 29). optical zoom ( Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom. During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer. Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/ pg. 14). MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY" ( Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to "W". Also see "TELE MACRO" in the Menu Screen on page 30.
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Zoom display
10x W T
NOTES:
Digital zoom zone
10X (optical) zoom zone
Approximate zoom ratio
Power Zoom Lever
Power Switch
MENU Wheel
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NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from "00:00:00" (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. To perform Random Assemble Editing ( pg. 66 70), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from "00:00:00". This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform "Recording From The Middle of A Tape" below 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.
Display Frames are not displayed during recording. Minutes Seconds Frames (25 frames = 1 second)
12 : 34 : 24
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 44) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode ( pg. 25). 2. Set the Power Switch to " " or " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.
NOTES:
The time code cannot be reset. During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. pg. 31, 32). The time code is displayed only when "TIME CODE" is set to "ON" (
When a blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code 00:00:00 Time code 05:43:21 Time code 00:00:00
Tape
Already recorded scene
Blank
Newly recorded scene
Shooting start point
Shooting stop point
Shooting start point
Proper recording
Time code 00:00:00 Time code 05:43:21 Time code 05:44:00
Tape
Already recorded scene
New scene
Latest scene
Shooting start point
Shooting start point
Shooting start point
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BASIC RECORDING Recording On Tape And Memory Card (cont.)
While focusing on a further subject While focusing on a nearer subject
Focus detection zone
FEATURE: Auto Focus PURPOSE:
The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):
· When two subjects overlap in the same scene. · When illumination is low.* · When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.* · When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.* · When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. · When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. · When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. * The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and NOTES:
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally. When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first ( pg. 22). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This pg. 30) is activated. will not occur when "TELE MACRO" (
FEATURE: Manual Focus PURPOSE:
To obtain correct focus.
OPERATION:
1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments ( pg. 10). 2) Set the Power Switch to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press FOCUS ( pgs. 82 and 83, * FOCUS Button). The manual focus indicator appears. 3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the Focus Ring clockwise. " " appears and blinks. To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the Focus Ring counterclockwise. " " appears and blinks. To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS or set the Power Switch to " ".
Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths. When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, " " or " " will blink.
NOTES:
BASIC PLAYBACK Playback From Tape
Speaker Stop Button (5) Rewind Button (2) Play/Pause Button (4/6) Fast-Forward Button (3) Power Zoom Lever (VOLUME) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch)
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1 Load a tape ( pg. 12). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO", then
set the Power Switch to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6. · To stop playback, press 5. · Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. To Control The Speaker Volume . . . ..... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOLUME) towards "+" to turn up the volume, or towards "" to turn down the volume.
If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To ". turn on again, set the Power Switch to "OFF", then to " The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg. 54). You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body. LCD monitor/viewfinder indications: " battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed. · When power is supplied from a battery: the " " does not appear. When power is supplied through the DC cord: " · During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed. When a cable is connected to the AV or PHONE connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.
NOTES:
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.
1) Press 4/6 during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder's power is automatically turned off. When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.
1) Press 3 for forward or 2 for reverse search during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6. During playback, press and hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release it, normal playback resumes. A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.
1) Engage Still Playback. 2) Rotate the MENU wheel towards "L" for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards "M" for reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback. To resume normal playback, press 4/6. pg. 64). You can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (
Slow-Motion Playback, Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (provided) ( pg. 64, 65).
ATTENTION
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.
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Stop Button (5) Rewind Button (2) Play/Pause Button (4/6) Fast-Forward Button (3)
BASIC PLAYBACK Playback From Memory Card
Normal Playback
1 Load a memory card ( pg. 13). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY",
then set the Power Switch to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. · A stored file is displayed. If you want to select another type of file, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4.
Power Switch
3 Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen
appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select the type of pg. 46), SOUND file: IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP ( ( pg. 45) or TITLE ( pg. 48). Then press the MENU wheel in. The selected type of file is displayed.
4 If you are viewing an IMAGE file . . .
SELECT Button MENU Wheel Lock Button
Press 3 to display the next image, or press 2 to display the previous image. If you are viewing an E-MAIL CLIP file . . . Press 4/6 to play back the displayed video clip. To stop video clip playback, press 5. If you are listening to a SOUND file . . . Press D.SOUND to play back the displayed sound effect. · Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file ( pg. 27, "Viewing File Information"). · You can also overview several files at a time ( pg. 27, Index Playback). · You can turn off the on-screen playback display pg. 27, "Removing On-Screen Display"). (
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)
[For Normal Playback: IMAGE] To display the next image
To display the previous image
Auto Playback
You can run through all the files stored on the memory card automatically.
Display
NOTE:
Auto Playback does not work with video clips.
[For Auto Playback: IMAGE]
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above. 2 Press 4/6.
Normal Playback: E-MAIL CLIP
E-MAIL CLIP
· If you press 2 during Auto Playback, files are displayed in descending order. · If you press 3 during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order.
3 To end Auto Playback, press 5.
NOTE:
Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a lownumbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the last-recorded one.
SOUND
Normal Playback: SOUND
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SELECT Button
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Index Playback
You can view several different files stored on the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.
1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of "Normal Playback". 2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU wheel to move the frame to the
MENU Wheel INDEX Button INFO Button Selected file Index number
1 2 3
desired file. · Pressing 3 displays the next page and 2 displays the previous page. · Pressing INFO gives you details on the currently selected file ( "Viewing File Information").
4 Press the MENU wheel in. The selected file is
displayed. · Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file ( "Viewing File Information").
Index Screen: IMAGE
Viewing File Information
You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO button during normal playback or Index playback. : Folder and file number (IMAGE files only) FOLDER : Folder name ( pg. 51) FILE : File name ( pg. 51) DATE : Date the file was made SIZE : Image size (except SOUND files pg. 16, 46) QUALITY : Picture quality (IMAGE files only pg. 16) TIME : Playback time (E-MAIL CLIP/SOUND files only pg. 46) PROTECT : When set to ON, the file is protected from accidental erasure ( pg. 49). · Press INFO again to close the Info Screen. DCF
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5
6
7
8
9
DCF FOL DER F I LE DA T E S I ZE QUA L I T Y P RO T E C T
: 100 - 0010 : 1 0 0 J V CGR : DVC0 0 1 1 0 : 27 . 3 . 02 : 1 2 8 0X9 6 0 : F I NE : OF F
Info Screen: IMAGE
Operation mode indicator Battery indicator Playback Screen
NOTE:
With images shot with another device or processed on a PC, "QUALITY: " will be displayed.
Removing On-Screen Display
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Normal Playback"
( pg. 26).
2 Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen
Menu Screen
ME NU
appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select IMAGE or TITLE, then press it. · A stored IMAGE ( ) or TITLE ( ) file is displayed.
3 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
D I SPLAY OF F ON RETURN
appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "DISPLAY", then press it. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "OFF", then press it. The operation mode indicator and battery indicator ( ) disappear. · To display the indicators again, select "ON" in step 4.
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Power Switch
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT
For Recording Menu
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 29 31). Set the Power Switch to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
1
2 Press the MENU wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Lock Button MENU Wheel Display
FADER / WI PE PROGRAM AE W. BAL ANC E CAMERA MANUA L SYSTEM D I SPL AY DSC END F . WH I TE
3 Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
function menu, and press it. The selected function menu appears.
Menu Screen
4 Function menu setting depends on the function.
SP 12B I T 40 x FUL L AGC
REC MODE SOUND MODE ZOOM SNAP MODE GA I N UP
If you have selected " FADER/WIPE", " PROGRAM AE" or " W. BALANCE" . . . ..... see pg. 29. If you have selected " CAMERA", " MANUAL", " SYSTEM", " DISPLAY" or " DSC" . . . ..... go to step 5.
RETURN
5 Rotate the MENU wheel to select the desired
function and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Then, rotate the MENU wheel to select the parameter, and press it. Selection is complete. Rotate the MENU wheel to select " RETURN" and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes. icon represents "END". · The
Sub Menu
DIS OF F ON
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BEEP TAL LY DEMO MODE T I T LE W / NA V I GAT I ON SOUND I N E - CL I P REC CAM RESET RETURN
MELODY ON ON BACKGRND OF F M I C / AUX 2 40X176
ON SCRE E N DATE / T I ME T I ME CODE CLOCK ADJ .
LCD / TV AUTO OF F 2 5 . 12 . 02 17 : 3 0
RETURN
F I NE QUAL I TY I MAGE S I ZE 1 280X960 REC SELECT FADER / W I PE PROGRAM AE W. BAL ANC E CAMERA MANUA L SYSTEM D I SPL AY DSC END
RETURN
Normal Screen
EN
Menu Screen Explanations
FADER/WIPE PROGRAM AE W.BALANCE REC MODE SOUND MODE 12BIT Refer to "Fade/Wipe Effects" ( pg. 36, 37). pg. 38, 39). Refer to "Programme AE With Special Effects" (
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Refer to "White Balance Adjustment" and "Manual White Balance Operation" ( pg. 41). Allows you to set the tape recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference ( pg. 15). Enables tape recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models) Enables tape recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models) When set to "10X" while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged. Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification. Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 300X digital magnification. Refer to "Snapshot (For Tape Recording)" ( pg. 20).
16BIT
CAMERA
ZOOM
10X 40X
300X
SNAP MODE GAIN UP OFF AGC DIS OFF
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. NOTES: Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions: · When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes. · When shooting dark or dim subjects. · When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting. · When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. · When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The " " indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used. Refer to "Self-Timer" ( pg. 34). pg. 35).
ON
MANUAL
SELF-TIMER 5S OFF 5S Anim.
Refer to "5-Second Recording" (
Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving ( pg. 35). Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. 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.
: Factory-preset " or " ". However,
TELE MACRO
OFF ON
NOTES:
Settings made in the " CAMERA" Menu remain effective whether the Power Switch is set to " the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to " ". MANUAL" settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to " ". The "
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WIDE MODE OFF CINEMA
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)
Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut appears. When using this mode, refer and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. to your wide-screen TV's instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie. · "CINEMA" mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO" ( pg. 14). For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV's instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically. · "SQUEEZE" mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO" ( pg. 14). " " appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical zoom wide angle range. This mode's wide angle setting is equivalent to using a 0.7X wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to 10X. This mode is suitable for shooting in a small room. · "D.WIDE" mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO" ( pg. 14). Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. Helps cut down on noise created by wind. " sound will change. This is normal. " appears. The quality of the
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
MANUAL
SQUEEZE
D.WIDE
WIND CUT
OFF ON OFF BEEP MELODY
BEEP
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect ( pg. 20, 21). Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 20, 21). The tally lamp remains off at all times. The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. Automatic demonstration will not take place. Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: · When the Menu Screen is closed after "DEMO MODE" is turned "ON". · With "DEMO MODE" set to "ON", if there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to " " or " ". Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTES: If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. If "DEMO MODE" remains "ON", some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to "OFF".
TALLY
OFF ON
SYSTEM
DEMO MODE
OFF ON
The " MANUAL" settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to " ". SYSTEM" functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to " " are also applied when the Power Switch " is set to " "( pg. 32).
NOTES:
: Factory-preset
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TITLE W/
Refer to "Title Impose" (
pg. 48). pg. 42). pg. 73).
SYSTEM
NAVIGATION SOUND IN E-CLIP REC CAM RESET ON SCREEN CANCEL EXECUTE LCD LCD/TV DATE/ TIME OFF AUTO
Refer to "NAVIGATION Function" (
Refer to "Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects" ( Refer to "E-Mail Clip Recording" ( pg. 46).
Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. Resets all settings to the factory-preset. Keeps the camcorder's display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. Makes the camcorder's display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV. The date/time does not appear. Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases: · When the Power Switch is set from "OFF" to " " or " ". · When tape playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when scenes are recorded. · When the date is changed during tape playback. The date/time is always displayed. Time code is not displayed. Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. Allows you to set the current date and time ( Refer to "Picture Quality/Image Size Setting" ( pg. 11). pg. 16).
DISPLAY
ON TIME CODE OFF ON
CLOCK ADJ. QUALITY IMAGE SIZE
DSC
REC SELECT /
When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set to "VIDEO", still images are recorded only onto the tape. When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set to "VIDEO", still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also on the memory card (640 X 480 pixels). In this mode, the "SNAP MODE" selection in the CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card recording.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
" SYSTEM" and " DISPLAY" functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to " " are also applied when "( pg. 32). "CLOCK ADJ." only appears when the Power Switch is set to " ". the Power Switch is set to " Settings made in the " DISPLAY" Menu remain effective even when the Power Switch is set to " ". However, the menu settings can be changed onl