JVC HD10U - Camcorder - 1.18 MP Instructions Manual

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GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
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ADVANCED FEATURES
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  • Page 1 ENGLISH DIGITAL HD VIDEO CAMERA GETTING STARTED JY-HD10 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: VIDEO RECORDING & http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/ PLAYBACK For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK ADVANCED FEATURES REFERENCES INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Use the JVC BN-V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for INSTRUCTIONS ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. Do not block the openings by placing the product But improper use can result in potential electrical on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
  • Page 5 SERVICING 1. Accessories 1. Servicing To avoid personal injury: If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits Do not place this product on an unstable cart, a marked change in performance and you are stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing unable to restore normal operation by following the serious injury to a child or adult, and serious detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do...
  • Page 6: Provided Accessories

    Provided Accessories AC Power Adapter/ DC Cord Battery Pack Memory Card 8 MB Charger AA-V40U BN-V428U (Already inserted in the camcorder) Remote Control Unit AAA (R03) Battery x 2 CD-ROM USB Cable RCA-BNC RM-V717U (for remote control unit) Adapter x 3 Lens Hood Lens Cap Shoulder Strap...
  • Page 7: How To Attach The Lens Cap

    How To Detach/Attach The Lens How To Attach The Lens Cap Hood To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the lens hood when camcorder is not in use. The provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight, the same way NOTE: professional photographers do.
  • Page 8: How To Attach The Core Filter

    Audio cable and the core filter. Optional 3 cm (If you have an optional JVC i.LINK cable VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U with core filters, it is not necessary to attach the provided core filter. If you are going to use any other i.LINK cable, attach the provided core filter.)
  • Page 9: How To Attach The Strap

    How To Attach The Strap How To Use The Audio Cable When using optional headphones or external Following the illustration, thread the strap microphone, connect to the provided audio cable through the eyelet a. (with a core filter attached), then connect the audio Fold it back and thread it through the buckle b.
  • Page 10 How To Use The Pro Pad Connect the audio cable of the microphone to the XLR1 input connector. When using an optional XLR microphone, attach the Pro pad to the camcorder. XLR 2 XLR 1 Mount the Pro pad on the Shoe. PUSH PUSH Set the MIC IN switch to “XLR1”...
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GETTING STARTED ADVANCED FEATURES Power ...............12 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ......35 Grip Adjustment ............14 Changing The Menu Settings ........35 Tripod Mounting ............14 RECORDING MENUS ..........36 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ........14 PLAYBACK MENUS ............. 41 Viewfinder Adjustment ..........15 FEATURES FOR RECORDING ........
  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Charging is not possible if the wrong type of Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. battery is used. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC When charging the battery pack for the first time Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or...
  • Page 13 Using AC Power About Batteries Open the cover. Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures. To DC connector To AC outlet Power cord AC Power Adapter/ Charger DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, To DC OUT or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may connector cause a fire or explosion.
  • Page 14: Grip Adjustment

    Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting Adjust the velcro strip. To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw the grip.
  • Page 15: Viewfinder Adjustment

    NOTES: Brightness Adjustment Of The When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select whether you Display use the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously or individually. Set “PRIORITY” to Set the Power Switch to “M” or “P” while the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu.
  • Page 16: Operation Mode

    Operation Mode Recording Mode Switch Position MEMORY: To turn on the camcorder, turn the Power Switch to Allows you to record still images on a memory align any operation mode except “OFF” to the card. Power Lamp while pressing down the Lock Button HD/SD/DV: located on the switch.
  • Page 17: Date/Time Settings

    Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery Date/Time Settings To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during camcorder.
  • Page 18: Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette

    Approximate recording time Loading A Cassette Recording mode /Unloading A Cassette Tape The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or 30 min. 30 min. 45 min. eject a cassette. 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. Erase protection tab 80 min.
  • Page 19: Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card

    To protect valuable files (available only for SD Loading A Memory Card Memory Card)… /Unloading A Memory Card Write/erase protection tab The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Clipped edge Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of “LOCK”.
  • Page 20: Video Recording & Playback

    VIDEO RECORDING Remove the lens cap. Basic Recording Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. NOTE: Set the Recording Mode Switch to “HD”, “SD” or Before continuing, perform the procedures listed “DV”. For details, refer to “Recording Mode” below: pg.
  • Page 21: Recording Mode

    Recording Mode Allows you to record on a tape in MPEG2 format Following procedure is an example of the operation; (720p). The camcorder records signals in the to change the position of the Recording Mode progressive scan mode (750 scanning lines at 1/30th Switch from “DV”...
  • Page 22: Tape Remaining Time

    VIDEO RECORDING (cont.) Tape Remaining Time Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Approximate tape remaining time appears on the Digital Zoom. display. “– h – – m” means the camcorder is During Digital zoom, the quality of image may calculating the remaining time.
  • Page 23: Time Code

    Time Code Recording From The Middle Of A Tape During recording, a time code is recorded on the 1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 25) tape. This code is to confirm the location of the to find the spot at which you want to start recorded scene on the tape during playback.
  • Page 24: Video Playback

    VIDEO PLAYBACK NOTES: Normal Playback Clean the video heads using an optional dry cleaning cassette when: Lock Button • No picture during playback. Power Switch • Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, pg. 79. Play/Pause Button (4·9) If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off Stop Button (8) automatically.
  • Page 25: Shuttle Search

    Shuttle Search NOTES: Before starting Blank Search, if the current position Allows high-speed search in either direction during is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in video playback. the reverse direction. If the current position is at a 1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the or 3 for reverse search.
  • Page 26: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.) To Connect To A TV or VCR Equipped With The Connections To A TV Or VCR Component Video Connectors These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and Connector Cover** TV instruction manuals.
  • Page 27 Make sure all units are turned off. NOTES: It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown Charger as the power supply instead of the in the illustration. battery pack. ( pg.
  • Page 28: D.s.c. Recording

    D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. A Image Size ( pg. 40, 86) B Focus Icon ( pg. 86) NOTE: C Shooting Icon ( pg.
  • Page 29: D.s.c. Playback

    These thumbnail images cannot be Power Switch transferred to a PC. Rewind Button (3) Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR- DVM70) that are not compatible with DCF cannot Stop Button (8) be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!”...
  • Page 30: Index Playback Of Files

    D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) Index Playback Of Files Information Screen OCT 0 3 0 3 You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. Perform steps 1 –...
  • Page 31: Protecting Files

    To protect the currently displayed file Protecting Files Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and M E NU The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental PROTECT RENT press it. The PROTECT PROT . AL L erasure of files. CANC . AL L screen appears.
  • Page 32: Deleting Files

    D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) To remove protection from all files stored To delete the currently displayed file in the memory card Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANC.ALL”, M E NU press it. The DELETE and press it.
  • Page 33: Resetting The File Name

    Resetting The File Name Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to the new files from previously made files.
  • Page 34: Initializing A Memory Card

    D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Initializing A Memory Card Of Prints You can initialize a memory card any time. Perform steps 1 – 6 in “To Print All Still Images After initializing, all files and data stored in the (One Print For Each)”...
  • Page 35: Advanced Features

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Example: m CAMERA Menu Changing The Menu Settings Selected function This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on- Selected menu icon blinks. ME A C MOD – screen menu system that simplifies many of the DV S –...
  • Page 36: Recording Menus

    RECORDING MENUS Zooming Camera Menu ZOOM (Factory-preset: 40X) 10X: When set to “10X”, only the optical zoom CAMERA magnification is engaged. 40X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, Recording mode zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification.
  • Page 37 5-Second Recording Manual Menu Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. This function is MANUAL available only when the Recording Mode Switch is set to “DV”. Set “5S” to “5S”. ( pg. 35) Optical Image Stabilization “5S”...
  • Page 38: System Menu

    RECORDING MENUS (cont.) Wide mode System Menu DV WIDE (Factory-preset: OFF) OFF: Records with no change in the screen ratio. SYSTEM For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. 16:9SQ* : For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
  • Page 39: Camera Display

    Component video output setting Display Menu When connecting the camcorder to a TV or video unit equipped with component video inputs CAMERA DISPLAY pg. 26), select the output picture size depending on the connected TV or video unit. Y/Pb/Pr (Factory-preset: NO CONV.) Brightness adjustment of the display NO CONV.: Outputs with the original size.
  • Page 40 RECORDING MENUS (cont.) DSC Menu MultiMediaCard Image Size/Picture Quality 8 MB* 16 MB* 32 MB* 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 480/STANDARD 848 x 480/FINE Picture quality 848 x 480/STANDARD The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are 1280 x 720/FINE available: FINE ( ) and STANDARD (...
  • Page 41: Playback Menus

    PLAYBACK MENUS Synchro adjustment Video Menu For details, refer to “For More Accurate Editing” pg. 66). VIDEO SYNCHRO (Factory-preset: ±0.0) Recording mode Playback sound Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or During tape playback, the camcorder detects the LP) depending on your preference.
  • Page 42: Video Display

    PLAYBACK MENUS (cont.) TIME CODE (Factory-preset: OFF) System Menu OFF / ON NOTE: SYSTEM The date indication can also be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control Each setting is linked with “s”, which appears (provided). ( pg.
  • Page 43: Features For Recording

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING NOTE: Self-Timer If “BEEP” and “TALLY” are set to “OFF” ( pg. 38), the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light. When the Recording Start/ Stop Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown: SNAPSHOT Button Begins blinking...
  • Page 44: Snapshot (For Video Recording)

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) When a cable is connected to the AV connector, Lock Button the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape. Motor Drive Mode Power Switch Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 4 provides an SNAPSHOT Button effect similar to serial photography.
  • Page 45: Iris Lock

    Iris Lock Backlight Compensation Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in Backlight compensation brightens the subject well-lit environments to keep too much light from quickly. entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow Press BACK LIGHT. The indicator is displayed in more light.
  • Page 46: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) To return to automatic iris adjustment... Press S/A. Or, set the Power Switch to “A”. Lock Button Power Switch Auto Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers S/A Button continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.
  • Page 47: Manual Focus

    To reset to Auto Focus... Press FOCUS or set the Power Switch to “A”. Lock Button NOTES: 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 Power Switch wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the...
  • Page 48: White Balance Adjustment

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down White Balance Adjustment the Lock Button located on the Switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the The white balance that refers to the correctness of viewfinder fully.
  • Page 49: Manual White Balance Adjustment

    NOTES: Manual White Balance Adjustment In step 5, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually. Adjust the white balance manually when shooting pg. 47) under various types of lighting. A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.).
  • Page 50: Wipe Or Fader Effects

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down Wipe Or Fader Effects the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the Wipe/Fader effects let you make pro-style scene viewfinder fully.
  • Page 51: Special Effects

    TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more Special Effects natural. White Balance ( pg. 48) is automatically set to “ ”, but can be changed to your desired Using the following 4 Effect Modes allows you to setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder provide special effects for your shooting.
  • Page 52: Navigation Function

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) To make thumbnail images after video recording NAVIGATION Function manually... 1) Perform steps 1 to 3 above. The Navigation Function helps you check tape 2) Set “NAVIGATION” to “MANUAL”. contents by making thumbnail images on a memory pg.
  • Page 53 To add thumbnail images during video be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory card becomes playback corrupted, initialize it. NOTE: Perform steps 1 to 4 in “To find scenes on tape using thumbnail images (NAVIGATION Search)”. Once images are deleted, they cannot be restored.
  • Page 54: Dubbing

    DUBBING NOTES: Dubbing To Or From A VCR It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg. 13) As the camcorder starts to play your footage, it will appear on your TV.
  • Page 55: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With An I.link Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    When using an i.LINK cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U i.LINK cable. If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
  • Page 56 DUBBING (cont.) To use this camcorder as a recorder Notes on dubbing to a D-VHS VCR Dubbing from other devices in MPEG2 format is Dubbing cannot be conducted properly when possible if the connected device is another same dubbing a tape which is recorded in both DV and model of this unit.
  • Page 57: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Load a cassette. ( pg. 18) Dubbing Still Images Recorded On Load a memory card. ( pg. 19) A Tape To A Memory Card Set the Playback Mode Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory down the Lock Button located on the switch.
  • Page 58: Using The Remote Control Unit

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT A Infrared beam transmitting window The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic Transmits the beam signal. operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and The following buttons are available only when the Rewind) of your VCR.
  • Page 59 Playback Zoom (DV only) Zoom Buttons Up Button Magnifies the recorded image up to 20X at any time Down Button SHIFT during video playback and D.S.C. playback. Left or SLOW 1) Press PLAY (U) to start video Rewind Button playback. Or perform normal PLAY playback of images.
  • Page 60: Audio Dubbing (Dv Only)

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Playback Special Effects (DV only) Audio Dubbing (DV only) Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image that was recorded in DV mode. The audio track of a tape recorded in DV format can The effects that can be used during playback are be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit and CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE, SEPIA and STROBE.
  • Page 61: Insert Editing (Dv Only)

    indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear NOTES: and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit, the old and new soundtracks are recorded Press START/STOP to begin editing. separately. Confirm the insert at the time code you If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the checked in step 1.
  • Page 62: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit] (Dv Only)

    SHIFT for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT: Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try...
  • Page 63 A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE Make Connections connector… Also refer to page 26. …Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. B A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector…...
  • Page 64 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Select Scenes If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be cancelled and editing will not take place. If there are blank portions before or after the Edit- PLAY In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be FADE/WIPE...
  • Page 65 Picture Wipe And Dissolve Menu Automatic Editing To VCR (available only for Random Assemble Editing) You can use not only the wipe/fader effects on page 50 but also the picture wipe and dissolve effects below. DISSOLVE: The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
  • Page 66 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) For More Accurate Editing Adjustment Of VCR/Camcorder Timing Press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “t VIDEO”, and press it.
  • Page 67: System Connections

    To i.LINK IN/OUT [A] Using USB cable When using an i.LINK cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U It is possible to do the following things: i.LINK cable depending on the type of i.LINK Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC.
  • Page 68: Using The Camcorder As A Webcam

    SYSTEM CONNECTIONS (cont.) Make sure all necessary software (provided) are Using The Camcorder As A installed in your PC. WebCam Set the Recording Mode Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB switch.
  • Page 69: References

    DETAILS ITEMS NOTES V Power ( pg. 12) 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 are for a fully discharged battery pack.
  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
  • Page 71 7. The LCD monitor or 7. • Certain Wipe/Fader effects, 7. • Re-read the sections covering viewfinder indications blink. certain modes of Program Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE, “OIS” and other AE and “OIS”. ( pg. 37, 50) functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.
  • Page 72 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) Advanced features SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 15. The focus does not adjust 15. • Focus is set to the Manual 15. • Set Focus to the Auto mode. automatically. mode. pg. 46) • The recording was done in a •...
  • Page 73 This is not a defect of the camcorder. • When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
  • Page 74 (ex. fingerprints). cause damage. ( pg. 81) To — clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 42. Time code does not appear. 42. • “TIME CODE” is set to 42. • Set “TIME CODE” to “ON”.
  • Page 75 Warning Indications Indications Meaning Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. pg.
  • Page 76 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) Warning Indications Indications Meaning Appears when dubbing a scene recorded in HD mode through the component CAN NOT DISPLAY ON LCD MONITOR video connectors. pg. 55) AND VIEWFINDER IN THIS MODE Appears when an i.LINK cable is connected but not detected. Disconnect the i.LINK CONNECTION cable once and connect it again, or disconnect other connected cables.
  • Page 77 When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the REATTACH BATTERY indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occurred. E03 or E04 When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically.
  • Page 78: Cautions

    C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a below. This is a chemical reaction type “Siemens Plug”, as shown. battery — cooler temperatures impede For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC chemical reaction, while warmer dealer. temperatures can prevent complete charging.
  • Page 79 ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still to enter the unit. exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer..remove the battery pack or disconnect the Mechanical moving parts used to move the video power supply while the power is on.
  • Page 80 If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit reception, which can be determined by turning immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of...
  • Page 81: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE After Use Cleaning The Camcorder Turn off the camcorder. To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Loosen the grip strap. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of well to wipe off heavy dirt.
  • Page 82: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 6.8 W (DV)/8.0 W (HD, SD) LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx.
  • Page 83: Ac Power Adapter/Charger

    For Connectors S/AV Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog S-Video input C: 0.2 V to 0.4 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog S-Video output C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog Video input Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog...
  • Page 84: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators...
  • Page 85 Controls j USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector pg. 67) a Power Switch [A, M, P, OFF] pg. 16) k DC Input Connector [DC] pg. 12, 13) b Recording Start/Stop Button pg. 20) l Digital Video Connector c Lock Button pg. 16) [i.LINK IN/OUT] (i.Link*) pg.
  • Page 86 INDEX Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder During D.S.C. Recording Only Indications During Video Recording Only 1h40m a Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960) or 640 (640 x 480) pg. 40) b Focus Icon pg. 28) (Blinks while the focus is being adjusted and stops blinking when the focus is locked.) c Shooting Icon pg.
  • Page 87 During D.S.C. Playback j Self-Timer Recording Indicator pg. 43) k O: (Appears when taking Snapshot.) pg. 44) l BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) pg. 15) 100-0013 (The level indicator g moves.) m Battery Indicator pg. 75) n Date/Time pg. 17) o Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator ( pg.
  • Page 88: Terms

    TERMS AC Power Adapter/Charger ......12, 13 Gain Up (GAIN UP) ..........36 Animation ............37 Grip Adjustment ..........14 Audio Dubbing ...........60 Auto Focus ............46 i.LINK output setting (i.LINK OUT) ...... 39 Auto Playback Of Images ........29 Image Size (IMAGE SIZE) ........40 Auto Shut Off ..........20, 28 Index Playback Of Files ........
  • Page 89 Picture Quality (QUALITY) ........40 Tally Lamp (TALLY) ........20, 38 Playback Mode Switch Position ......16 Telephoto setting (TELE MACRO) ......37 Playback sound Time Code (TIME CODE) ......23, 39, 42 (SOUND MODE, NARRATION) ......41 Tripod Mounting ..........14 Playback Special Effects ........60 Playback Zoom ...........59 Unloading A Cassette ..........
  • Page 92 Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0403-FO-ID-VP...

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