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! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. 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. 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.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

or AC Adapter AP-V10EG or AP-V12EG Battery Pack BN-V408U Lens Cap (See below for attachment)

Shoulder Strap

Cable Adapter

Power Cord

Core Filter (for optional S-Video cable pg. 6 for attachment)
Audio/Video Cable (3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
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.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

min 90 min 0 min

(Blinking)

89 min 1 min

3 min 2 min
appears while recording is in progress. To Stop Recording.. press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display.. rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

(Now calculating)

BR I GHT

PUSH OPEN Button

If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorders power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to OFF, then back to or . The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. 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. When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to Recording from the middle of a tape ( pg. 18). To turn the beep sounds off, pg. 32, 34.

SelfRecording

RECORDING (cont.)

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).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180 so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except OFFwhile pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch. Power Switch Position

Power lamp

(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. PLAY: Allows you to play back a recording on the tape. Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape to a computer.

When the Power Switch is set to , appears. When set to or PLAY, there is no indication.

AY OFF PL

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.
T 10x W T 20x W T 40x W T

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.

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Zoom display

16x W T

Digital zoom zone

16X (optical) zoom zone

Approximate zoom ratio
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. 29), then zoom in or out in Record mode. Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it can be switched to 16X magnification using the optical zoom ( pg. 33). Zoom magnification of over 16X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom. During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer. 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 34.

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. 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. 22) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode ( pg. 19). 2. Set the Power Switch to or while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.

Programme AE With Special Effects
Lock Button Power Switch NIGHT SCOPE Button
PROGRAM AE, then press it. desired mode ( pg. 25), then press it. Selection is complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes. The PROGRAM AE Menu disappears and the selected mode is activated. The selected mode indicator appears. To Deactivate The Selected Mode.. select OFF in step 4.
4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
SNOW SPOT L I GHT TW I L I GHT SEP I A MONOT ONE CLASS I C F I LM STROB E SL OW 4 X OF F
Programme AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby. Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot be used during Night-Scope.

IMPORTANT

Some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects ( pg. 26, 27). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.
SHUTTER 1/50The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/120The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.
SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look. MONOTONE Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the classic film effect.
SPORTS (Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 1/4000) This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slowmotion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions. SNOW Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow. SPOTLIGHT Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights.
CLASSIC FILM Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
STROBE Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots. SLOW (Slow Shutter) Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Use SLOW only in dark areas. SLOW 4X Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow shooting in dark environments.
When using SLOW, the image takes on a strobelike effect. When using SLOW, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.

Iris lock indicator BACKLIGHT Button (5) MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
MANUAL, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears. The exposure control indicator appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards + to brighten the image, or towards to darken the image. (maximum 6)
6 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Exposure
adjustment is complete. To Return To Automatic Exposure Control.. select AUTO in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch to . To Brighten The Subject Quickly.. press BACKLIGHT. is displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. +3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT Button. Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white. Backlight compensations is also available when the Power Switch is set to .
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time with backlight, spotlight ( pg. 25) compensation and SNOW ( pg. 25).
To Return To Automatic Iris Control.. rotate MENU/BRIGHT to display AUTO then press it in step 4. The exposure control indicator and disappear. Or, set the Power switch to . To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris.. after step 4 of Exposure Control, adjust the exposure rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel. Then lock the iris in step 5 of Iris Lock. For automatic locking, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select AUTO, then press it in step 4. The iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds. Iris Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.

White Balance Adjustment

A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.
Manual White Balance Operation
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.
1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
adjustment, and select MWB. Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.
3 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in until
begins blinking rapidly. When the setting is completed, blinking. resumes normal
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select W.BALANCE, then press it. The W.BALANCE Menu appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the desired mode. AUTO.. White balance is adjusted automatically (factory preset). MWB. White balance is set manually. FINE. Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD. Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN. A video light or similar type of lighting is used.

CAM RESET ON SCREEN

CANCEL EXECUTE LCD LCD/TV
Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. Resets all settings to the factory-preset. Keeps the camcorders display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. Makes the camcorders 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 ( pg. 11).

DISPLAY

DATE/ TIME

OFF AUTO

ON TIME CODE OFF ON
CLOCK ADJ. : Factory-preset
SYSTEM and DISPLAY functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to are also applied when the Power Switch is set to PLAY ( pg. 36). CLOCK ADJ. only appears when the Power Switch is set to . DISPLAY Menu remain effective even when the Power Switch is set to . However, the Settings made in the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to .

For Playback Menu

1 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing
3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired function menu, and press it. The selected function menu appears.
desired function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.
desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete.
6 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
RETURN and press it twice to close the Menu Screen.
V I DEO SYSTEM D I SPL AY SOUND MODE 12B I T MODE REC MODE COPY

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE REC MODE

pg. 37. pg. 37.

Allows you to set the tape recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference ( pg. 13).
SOUND MOD E STEREO 12B I T MOD E SOUND 1 REC MODE SP COPY OF F

SYSTEM DISPLAY

Each setting is linked with DISPLAY or SYSTEM, which appears when the Power Switch is set to ( pg. 34, 35). The parameters are the same as in the description on pg. 34, 35.
REC MODE can be set when the Power Switch is set to PLAY or ( pg. 13, 33).
ON SCRE E N DATE / T I ME T I ME CODE

LCD / TV AU T O OF F

Playback Sound
During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on pg. 36, select SOUND MODE or 12BIT MODE from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. STEREO SOUND L SOUND R MIX 12BIT MODE SOUND 1 SOUND 2 : Factory-preset
The SOUND MODE setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models functions, 12-bit is called 32 kHz and 16-bit is called 48 kHz.) The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.
Sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo. Sound from the L channel is output. Sound from the R channel is output. Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both L and R channels. Original sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo. Dubbed sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo.
ON SCREEN setting: For playback sound, tape speed and tape running.

B I T / SOUND1 L SP 4

DATE/TIME setting: For date/time.
TIME CODE setting: For time code.

25. 1 2. 17 : 30

Frames* Seconds Minutes *25 frames = 1 second

DUBBING

Dubbing To A VCR
1 Following the illustration, connect the camcorder
and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 20 and 21.

Connector cover*

Set the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, turn on the VCRs power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
3 Engage the VCRs AUX and Record-Pause modes. 4 Engage the camcorders Play mode to find a spot
just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.
5 Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the

To S-VIDEO

VCRs Record mode.
6 Engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode and
press 4/6 on the camcorder.
Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided)

S-Video cable (optional)

7 Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,
then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
To AUDIO, VIDEO** -IN and connectors Y/C/CVBS video out select switch
Cable Adapter (provided) If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.
As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes. Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they are being recorded onto the new tape. Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible.

Lock hole

Installing The Battery (RM-V700U, optional)
The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).
1There are 2 ways to pull the battery holder out of
the RM-V700U. : Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock hole. : Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery holder.
2 Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to

have the + mark visible.

3 Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.
Read the caution concerning lithium batteries in the RM-V700U instruction manual.

Remote sensor

When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The transmitted beams approximate effective distance for indoor use is 5m. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.

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Functions Buttons 1 PAUSE IN Connector* 2 MBR SET Button* 3 INT. TIME Button*
SELF TIMER Button* With the camcorders Power Switch set to the camera position ( or ). Transmits the beam signal. Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Zoom in/out ( pg. 17) Zoom in/out ( pg. 42) Forward, Forward Shuttle Search ( pg. 19) Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search ( pg. 19) Pause ( pg. 19) Playback start ( pg. 19) With the camcorders Power Switch set to PLAY.

4 REC TIME Button*

ANIM. Button*
5 FF Button 6 REW Button 7 PAUSE Button 8 PLAY Button 9 Infrared beam

transmitting window

0 START/STOP Button ! VISS Button* @ ZOOM (T/W) Buttons # VCR CTL Button* $ A.DUB Button % STOP Button ^ INSERT Button & R.A.EDIT Buttons*
pg. 43 Stops ( pg. 19) pg. 44
* This function is unavailable with this camcorder.
USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
FEATURE: Playback Zoom PURPOSE:

SYMPTOM

1 No power is supplied.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

The power is not connected properly. The battery is dead. The date/time is not set. The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. The tapes erase protection tab is set to SAVE. The Power Switch is set to PLAY or OFF. TAPE END appears. The cassette holder cover is open. The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists. Focus is set to the Manual mode. The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low. The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. The cassette is in the wrong position. The batterys charge is low. The Squeeze mode is selected.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Connect the AC Adapter securely ( pg. 9). Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one ( pg. 8, 9). Set the date/time ( pg. 11). Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. Set the tapes erase protection tab to REC ( pg. 12). Set the Power Switch to or ( pg. 16). Replace with new cassette ( pg. 12). Close the cassette holder cover. Turn the camcorders power off and on again ( pg. 16). Set Focus to the Auto mode ( pg. 29). Clean the lens and check the focus again ( pg. 53). Set it in the right position ( pg. 12). Install a fully charged battery ( pg. 8, 9). Disengage the Squeeze mode ( pg. 34).

2 SET DATE/TIME!

appears.

3 Recording cannot be

performed.

4 There is no picture.

5 The focus does not adjust

automatically.

6 The cassette will not load

properly.

7 Snapshot mode cannot be

8 The colour of Snapshot

looks strange.
The light source or the subject does Find a white subject and compose not include white. Or there are your shot so that it also appears in various different light sources the frame ( pg. 28). behind the subject. Turn off Sepia and Monotone The Sepia or Monotone mode is ( pg. 24, 25). activated. Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. The subject is too bright. Press the BACKLIGHT Button ( pg. 30). Set PROGRAM AE to SPOTLIGHT in the Menu Screen ( pg. 24). Set ZOOM to 40X or 700X in the Menu Screen ( pg. 33). Turn off Sepia and Monotone ( pg. 24, 26). If you want the lighting to look more natural, set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 33). Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance ( pg. 25, 31).

(E03 or E04) appears.
E The charger indicator on
the camcorder does not light.
The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low. Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. This is not a malfunction.
R When the image is printed
from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.

T When the camcorder is

connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.
The DV cable was plugged/ unplugged with power turned on.
Turn the camcorders power off and on again, then operate it.

USER MAINTENANCE

After Use Cleaning The Camcorder
1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 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. Remove the cassette. 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. RELEASE 2 and remove the battery pack 3.
To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor. To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper. To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical position. Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the direction of the arrow 1. Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the interior of the viewfinder with it 2. Close the hatch. Tilt the viewfinder back to the horizontal position.
4 Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. Press BAT.
Remove. PUSH HERE Cassette holder
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol. Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected. Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product.

Lens blower

Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:
Terminals 1. To avoid hazards. do not burn. do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. do not modify or disassemble. do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire. use only specified chargers.

CAUTIONS

Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use. make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark. be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals. make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting. do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage. do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust. 2. Store cassettes. away from heaters or other heat sources. out of direct sunlight. where they wont be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. where they wont be exposed to strong magnetic fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets). vertically, in their original cases.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life. do not subject to unnecessary shock. charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging. store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life. fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time. remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specifications Charging. 10C to 35C Operation.. 0C to 40C Storage. 10C to 30C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20C. The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

EN LCD Monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT. push it strongly or apply any shocks. place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom. 2. To prolong service life. avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth. 3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions: While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. If you leave power on for a long time, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT. open the camcorders chassis. disassemble or modify the unit. short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use. 2. Avoid using the unit. in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove. in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. near a television set. near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). in places subject to extremely high (over 40C) or extremely low (under 0C) temperatures. 3. DO NOT leave the unit. in places of over 50C. in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). in direct sunlight. in a closed car in summer. near a heater. 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT. allow it to become wet. drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. expose the lens to direct sunlight. carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap or the grip.

i LCD Monitor.. pg. 15, 16 o Speaker.. pg. 19 p Battery Pack Mount.. pg. 8 Q Stud Hole.. pg. 10 W Tripod Mounting Socket.. pg. 10
# Recording Start/Stop Button. pg. 15 $ Lock Button.. pg. 16 % OPEN/EJECT Switch.. pg. 12

pg. 16

The connectors ^ to * are located beneath a cover.
^ Audio/Video Output Connector

[AV]...

pg. 20, 38 pg. 20, 38
& S-Video Output Connector

[S-VIDEO]..

* DC Input Connector.. pg. 8, 9 ( Digital Video Connector
[DV OUT] (i.Link*).. pg. 39, 45 * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording
3 BR I GHT 15 : 55 10. 01. : x W T REC 6w

INDEX Indications

L P 5 0min

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Appears when the Power Switch is set to . ( pg. 16) : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged. ( pg. 24) : Appears when GAIN UP is set to AUTO and the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted. ( pg. 33)

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Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode. ( pg. 34) Rotates while the tape is running. ( pg. 15) Displays the recording mode (SP or LP). ( pg. 13) Displays the tape remaining time. ( pg. 15) REC appears during recording. PAUSE appears during Record-Standby mode. ( pg. 15) PHOTO appears when taking a Snapshot. ( pg. 28) Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged.( pg. 44) Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut down on noise created by wind. ( pg. 34) BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor. ( pg. 15) SOUND : Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. ( pg. 33) Displays the date/time. ( pg. 11) Appears when the focus is adjusted manually. Displays the Time Code. ( pg. 18, 35) ( pg. 29)
Appears when the white balance is adjusted. ( pg. 31) : Appears when the exposure is adjusted. ( pg. 30) : Appears when backlight compensation is used. ( pg. 30)

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Displays the selected Programme AE with special effects. ( pg. 24) Appears when the iris is locked. ( pg. 30) Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) is engaged. ( pg. 33) Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during zooming. ( pg. 17) Appears during zooming. Zoom level indicator ( pg. 17) Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. ( pg. 26, 27)

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Displays the sound mode. Displays the Blank Search mode. Displays the tape speed.

Tele Macro.. pg. 34 Time Code.. pg. 18, Tripod Mounting.. pg. 10 Twilight... pg. 25

Unload A Tape..

pg. 12
White Balance.. pg. 31 Wide Mode.. pg. 34 Wind Cut... pg. 34 Wipe In/Out.. pg. 26, 27
Zooming.. pg. 17 See previous page as well.
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