User manual JVC GR-DV3000U - GR-DV3000 - Instruction Manual

ENGLISH CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 7 GETTING STARTED 8 ­ 17 BASIC RECORDING 18 ­ 24 Recording On Tape ............................... 18 Recording On Memory Card ................... 21 Recording On Tape And Memory Card ...... 22 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA BASIC PLAYBACK 25 ­ 27 GR-DV3000 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ 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 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 INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. Jack Box ............................................ 81 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 82 Indications ......................................... 84 CAUTIONS TERMS SPECIFICATIONS 89 ­ 91 92 ­ 93 94 ­ 95 LYT0884-001B EN 2 EN 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 and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 before use. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NOTES: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION: 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 NTSCtype color 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 BNV408U/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 (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.) The AA-V40U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 V ­ 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz in other countries. CAUTION (applies to the AA-V40U) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION (s'applique à l'AA-V40U) POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. 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. EN 3 IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing. ATTENTION: Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference. INSTALLATION 1. Grounding or Polarization A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. 2. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 2. Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 3. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 3. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 4. Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H) NEC ­ NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. · Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. · Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT 6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 4 EN USE 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: · Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. · Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. · Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer's instructions for any mounting of the product. · Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets. SERVICING 1. Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 2. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for service. 2. Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 3. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water--for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. 4. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 3. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 5. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards. 4. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition. 6. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 7. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. EN 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided 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 " and memory cards marked " " or MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked " " " can be used with this unit. Before recording an important scene . . . .... .... .... .... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.) 6 EN PROVIDED ACCESSORIES AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V40U 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. 7) Lens Cap (See below for attachment) USB Cable Shoulder Strap CD-ROM AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) Memory Card (16 MB) (Already inserted in the camcorder) 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. 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. 1 2 3 The lens cap can be attached/ removed even with the lens hood attached to the camcorder. EN 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. 7 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 To detach: Turn the lens hood counterclockwise. Threading Audio cable To PHONE To attach: Align the lens hood with the camcorder's lens and screw it in clockwise. Core Filter 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 8 EN 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 2 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 (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) 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. NOTES: 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/50°F), 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.) EN USING THE BATTERY PACK 9 1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 1. 1 2 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-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U 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-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80U 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 10 EN 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 Diopter 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 Diopter 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 1 3 2 Tripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilize 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. EN Power Switch 11 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 "month" is highlighted. Rotate the MENU wheel to input the month. Press it. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and minute. RETURN", and Rotate the MENU wheel to select " press it twice. The Menu Screen closes. 4 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 (month), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press the MENU wheel in, 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 D E C 25 '02 5 : 30 PM DISPLAY Menu RETURN CLOCK ADJ . D E C 25 '02 5 : 30 PM 12 EN 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. EN Card Cover 13 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. NOTES: 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. 14 EN 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. 1280 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. EN Power Switch 15 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. NOTES: 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 16 EN 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. 4 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). -- Sepia and Monotone cannot be activated. Changing the Image Size can only be made if the VIDEO/MEMORY switch is in the MEMORY position. Menu Screen RETURN EN STORAGE CAPACITY 17 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 28 54 130 260 44 8 84 16 205 40 405 78 66 12 125 25 310 62 605 120 150 20 255 40 625 98 1215 190 46 16 MB* 84 32 MB 205 64 MB 405 * Since sound effects ( pg. 45) and titles ( pg. 48) are pre-stored in the provided 16 MB memory card, the number of storable images will be less than the figure indicated here. 18 EN 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 EN NOTES: 19 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: 20 EN 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 Program AE with special effects ( engaged, certain modes of Program 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 Stabilizer 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 EN 21 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 Stabilizer will be disabled. If Snapshot recording is not possible, "PHOTO" blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed. If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 38) is engaged, certain modes of Program 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. 15 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. 22 EN 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 (2") 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 EN 23 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 (30 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.