Sony DCR-PC1E Sony DCR-PC2E Sony DCR-PC3E Sony DCR-PC4E Sony DCR-PC5E Sony DCR-PC6E Sony DCR-PC7E Sony DCR-PC10E Sony DCR-SC100E Sony DCR-TRV5E Sony DCR-TRV6E Sony DCR-TRV7E Sony DCR-TRV8E Sony DCR-TRV9E Sony DCR-TRV10E Sony DCR-TRV11E Sony DCR-TRV15E Sony DCR-TRV17E Sony DCR-TRV110E Sony DCR-TRV120E Sony DCR-TRV125E Sony DCR-TRV130E Sony DCR-TRV210E Sony DCR-TRV220E Sony DCR-TRV230E Sony DCR-TRV235E Sony DCR-TRV310E Sony DCR-TRV320E Sony DCR-TRV325E Sony DCR-TRV410E Sony DCR-TRV420E Sony DCR-TRV430E
Sony DCR-TRV510E Sony DCR-TRV520E Sony DCR-TRV530E Sony DCR-TRV725E Sony DCR-TRV890E Sony DCR-TRV7000E Sony DCR-TRV7100E Sony DCR-TRV8000E Sony DCR-TRV8100E Sony DCR-VX700E Sony DCR-VX1000E Sony DCR-VX9000E Sony DSR-200P

Panasonic

Panasonic NV-DA1 Panasonic NV-DS1 Panasonic NV-DS5 Panasonic NV-DS8 Panasonic NV-DS11 Panasonic NV-DS12 Panasonic NV-DS15 Panasonic NV-DS25 Panasonic NV-DS27 Panasonic NV-DS33 Panasonic NV-DS35 Panasonic NV-DS37 Panasonic NV-DS55 Panasonic NV-DS77 Panasonic NV-DS88
JVC GR-DV1 JVC GR-DV3 JVC GR-DVF1 JVC GR-DVF10 JVC GR-DVJ70 JVC GR-DVL20 JVC GR-DVL30 JVC GR-DVL40 JVC GR-DVL100 JVC GR-DVL108 JVC GR-DVL140 JVC GR-DVL150 JVC GR-DVL300 JVC GR-DVL308 JVC GR-DVL355 JVC GR-DVL450 JVC GR-DVL555 JVC GR-DVL9000 JVC GR-DVL9200 JVC GR-DVL9500 JVC GR-DVL9700 JVC GR-DVM1 JVC GR-DVM5 JVC GR-DVP1 JVC GR-DVX JVC GR-DVX4 JVC GR-DVX7 JVC GR-DVX8 JVC GR-DVX9 JVC GR-DVX44 JVC GR-DVX77 JVC GY-DV500E

Thomson

Thomson VMD2 Thomson VMD3 Thomson VMD8 VDM8 Thomson VMD10 VDM10 Thomson VMD120 VDM120
Metz CC34 Metz CD34 Metz CE34 Metz CF34 Metz CG34

Grundig

Grundig DLC1 Grunding DLC10 Grundig DLC20 Grundig DLC1000 Grundig DLC1500 Grundig DLC1505
Canon MV 1 Canon MV 3 Canon MV 3MC Canon MV 10 Canon MV 20 Canon MV 30 Canon MV 100 Canon MV 200 Canon MV 300 Canon MV 400 Canon MV 425 Canon MV 430 Canon MV 450
Panasonic NV-DS99 Panasonic NV-DX1 Panasonic NV-DX100 Panasonic NV-EX1 Panasonic NV-EX3 Panasonic NV-EZ10 Panasonic NV-EZ30 Panasonic NV-MX1 Panasonic MV-MX5 Panasonic NV-MX12 Panasonic NV-MX400 Panasonic NV-MX450
Compatibility list with the DV Max version 2.3

enabler

not compatible restrictions compatible
Camcorders With Adaptator
Sony DCR-PC7E. Adaptator VM-LM7
Sony DCR-IP5 Sony DCR-IP7 Sony DCR-PC8E Sony DCR-PC9E Sony DCR-PC100E Sony DCR-PC101E Sony DCR-PC110E Sony DCR-PC120E Sony DCR-TRV20E Sony DCR-TRV25E Sony DCR-TRV30E Sony DCR-TRV50E Sony DCR-TRV240E Sony DCR-TRV330E Sony DCR-TRV620E Sony DCR-TRV720E
Canon MV 3i Canon MV 3iMC Canon MV 4i Canon MV 4iMC Canon MV 5i Canon MV 5iMC Canon MV 20i Canon MV 30i Canon MV 200i Canon MV 300i Canon MV 400i Canon MV 430i Canon MV Canon450i Canon MV 500i Canon MV 1 Canon MV 530i Canon MV 3 Canon MV 550i Canon MV X1i Canon XM-1 Canon XL-1 Canon XL-1S
Panasonic AG-DVC15E Panasonic AG-DVC200 Panasonic AG-EZ35 Panasonic NV-DS28 Panasonic NV-DS30 Panasonic NV-DS38 Panasonic NV-DS89 Panasonic NV-DS110 Panasonic NV-DS150 Panasonic NV-DS990 Panasonic NV-DS999 Panasonic NV-DX110EG Panasonic NV-EX215 Panasonic NV-GS3 Panasonic NV-GS5 Panasonic NV-GX7 Panasonic NV-MX7 Panasonic NV-MX8 Panasonic NV-MX300 Panasonic NV-MX350
JVC GR-DV300 JVC GR-DV2000 JVC GR-DV3000 JVC GR-DVL107 JVC GR-DVL109 JVC GR-DVL157 JVC GR-DVL167 JVC GR-DVL301 JVC GR-DVL307 JVC GR-DVL309 JVC GR-DVL357 JVC GR-DVL367 JVC GR-DVL557 JVC GR-DVL567 JVC GR-DVL767 JVC GR-DVL867 JVC GR-DVL9600E JVC GR-DVL9800E JVC GR-DVLX88 JVC GR-DVP3 JVC GR-DVP7
Canon MV 20.. Adaptator DU-200
Panasonic NV-DS1. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS5. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS27. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS33. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS35. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS37. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS55. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS77. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS99. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DX100.. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-EX1. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-EX3. Dockingstation Metz CC34.. Adaptator Grundig DLC1.. Adaptator

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to ame or excessive heat, as it may cause a re 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 re.
To deactivate the demonstration, set DEMO MODE to OFF. ( 28, 32)
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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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:

NOTES: The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides. 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.)

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate
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Do not point the lens 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 strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by 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 it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. WARNING: Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operable. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat. 9. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer. 10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over. 11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

2 Press down the control lever to select SET.

Icon Icons such as

indicate that the feature is applicable to the specied model only.

Accessories

or or Audio/Video Cable (3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U

Battery Pack BN-VF808U

Shoulder Strap ( 9)

Lens Cap ( 9)

USB Cable
CD-ROM Note: Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
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Attach the Shoulder Strap
Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet. Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust its length, and use the strap guide to x it in place.

Strap Guide Buckle

Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad.

Eyelet

Attach the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
Place here during recording.
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Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments. Remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro.

Velcro Strip

Tripod Mounting
Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw and lock it in place.

Bottom of the camcorder

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Getting Started EN 11

Using the SD Card
Set the power switch to OFF.

Open the card cover.

Card Cover ( )
Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge rst.

Memory Card (optional)

Clipped edge

Close the Card cover.

To remove the SD Card Push the SD Card once. After the card comes out a little, pull it out. Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.
Notes: 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 format the card ( 27). PLEASE FORMAT Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been initialized. Intialize the memory card. ( 27)
CARD ERROR! Appears when the camcorder does not recognize the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it again. Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the indication still appears, the memory card is corrupted.
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To Detach The Battery Pack
Slide the battery pack while pressing BATT. to detach it.

Using The Battery Pack

Perform step 2 in Charging The Battery Pack.
Notes: Recording time is reduced signicantly under the following conditions: Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. The playback mode is engaged repeatedly. The LED Light is used. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
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Getting Started EN 17
Checking the Remaining Battery Power

BATTERY CONDITION LEVEL

Language Settings
The language on the display can be changed ( 28, 32).
Set the Power Switch to REC or PLAY.
( 13) If set to REC, the recording mode should be set to M ( 20).

100% 50% 0%

MAX TIME 120min
When the Power Switch is set to OFF, it is displayed for approx. 5 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold for several seconds. When the Power Switch is set to PLAY or REC, press DATA again to return to the normal screen. Data battery status cannot be displayed during playback or while recording is in progress. If COMMUNICATION ERROR appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press DATA several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Battery data display may differ due to the environment change if the LCD Backlight is set to AUTO. ( 31)
Press MENU. Select SETTING ( ). Select LANGUAGE, press SET.

1 Select

Select the desired language, press SET.
Press whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.

Press MENU.

Date/Time Settings
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off ( 28, 32). Perform steps in Language Settings.

Using AC Power

Perform step 3 in Charging The Battery Pack ( 16).
Attention: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
Select CLOCK ADJ., press SET.

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00:00:00. To prevent this, perform Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ( 20) 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 again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
Notes: The time code cannot be reset. During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. The time code is displayed only when TIME CODE is set to ON. ( 31)

Auto/Manual Mode

Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator M appears on the LCD monitor. Auto Mode : A You can record using no special effects or manual adjustments. Manual Mode : M Recording is possible by setting various functions manually.

Time Code

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to conrm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback.

Display Seconds Minutes

12:34:24
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 1 Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( 22) to nd the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode ( 21). 2 Set the Power Switch to REC ( 13), then start recording.
Frames* (30 frames = 1 second)
* Frames are not displayed during recording. Recording Start Point
Recording portion Recorded tape Blank portion
1, 3 & 4, time code begins counting from 00:00:00 (minute:second:frame). 2, 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
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Recording & Playback EN 21

Zoom out Zoom in

Normal Playback
VOL. +/MEMORY/VIDEO 16:9 BLANK/ INDEX 4/MENU Speaker Power Switch

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto
You can zoom in up to 35X by using the optical zoom. Zoom magnication over 35X is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 800X. Set (ZOOM) to [70X] or [800X] ( 29).

Optical zoom (up to 35X)

Load a cassette ( 18). Set the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to VIDEO ( 13). Set the Power Switch to PLAY ( 13).
Digital zoom (up to 800X) Notes: Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W. When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set TELE MACRO to ON ( 29).

During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible across the screen.
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D.S.C. Recording & Playback EN 23
This operating instruction ( 23 - 27) is applicable to model.
Preparation: Power ( 16). Open the LCD monitor fully ( 12). Load a Memory Card ( 11). Remove the lens cap ( 9). Power Switch [PLAY] U/ 9, SNAPSHOT BLANK/
Press SNAPSHOT. The PHOTO indication appears while the snapshot is being taken.
To delete unwanted still images, refer to

Deleting Files ( 26).

When you do not want to hear the shutter
sound, set MELODY to OFF ( 32).
Note: If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes

INDEX SET

when the Power Switch is set to REC and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again close and re-open the LCD monitor.
CHECK CARDS WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images when the write protection tab on the SD Memory Card is set to the LOCK position. MEMORY CARD! Appears if there is no memory card loaded when the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed.

MEMORY/VIDEO

[STOP] 8,

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.
Set the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to MEMORY. Set the Power Switch to REC ( 13). To change the Image Quality, ( 30).
Approximate Number of Storable Images
The number increases or decreases depending on the Image Quality, etc.
Image Quality 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 360/FINE 640 x 480/ STANDARD 640 x 360/ STANDARD 8 MB MB MB 205 SD Memory Card 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1GB 6800 2GB 12200
Image Quality 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 360/FINE 640 x 480/ STANDARD 640 x 360/ STANDARD
MultiMedia Card 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 215 645
Attention: When using a high-capacity SD card, it takes time to start recording after the power is turned on if the free space on the SD card is small. Check the recording operation before use, and if you still feel it takes too long to record, reduce the used area on your SD card by transferring the data from your SD card to a computer.
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Normal Playback Of Images
Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like ipping through a photo album.

Index Playback Of Files

You can view several different les stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular le you want.

To protect all les stored in the memory card
Select PROT.ALL, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel protection, select RETURN.
Note: If the mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected.
Note: If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder

To Remove Protection

Before doing the following, perform steps in Protecting Files. To remove protection from the currently displayed le
(such as 101JVCGR) will be made and the le name will start again from DVC00001.

Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of les.
Select CURRENT, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. Press or to select the desired le. Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel selection, select RETURN. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all les you want to remove protection.
Perform steps in Normal Playback Of Images ( 24). Press MENU. Select MEMORY CARD ( ). Select PROTECT, press SET. The PROTECT menu appears.
Press whenever you want to return to the
To remove protection from all les stored in the memory card
previous menu screen. To protect the currently displayed le
Select CANC.ALL, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel selection, select RETURN.
Select CURRENT, press SET. The PROTECT screen appears.
to select the desired le.
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Deleting Files
Previously stored les can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)*
This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing. * Up to a maximum limit of 999 stored les in the memory card.
Perform steps in Normal Playback Of Images ( 24). Press MENU. Select MEMORY CARD ( ). Select DELETE, press SET. The DELETE Menu appears. Press whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen. Select CURRENT, press SET. The DELETE screen appears.
To delete the currently displayed le
To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each) 1 Perform steps in Normal Playback

Of Images ( 24).

Press MENU. Select MEMORY CARD ( ). Select DPOF, press SET. The DPOF Menu appears. Press whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.
To cancel deletion, select RETURN. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all les you

want to delete.

Select ALL 1, press SET. The DPOF screen appears.

ALL 1?

If the mark appears, the selected le is protected and cannot be deleted. To delete all les stored in the memory card
Select ALL, press SET. The DELETE screen appears. Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel deletion, select RETURN.
Notes: Protected les ( 25) cannot be deleted. To
delete them, remove protection rst.
Once les are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check les before deleting.
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D.S.C. Recording & Playback EN 27
To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps in To Print All Still
Images (One Print For Each) ( 26).
To Reset The Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps in To Print All Still
Select CURRENT, press SET. The DPOF screen appears.
Select RESET, press SET. The DPOF screen appears. Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel selection, select RETURN. The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still

images.

Caution: While performing the above, never disconnect
Press or to select the number indication (00), and press SET. Select the number of prints by pressing to increase the number, or to decrease the number, and press SET.
power, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted.
Note: When the image is printed from the printer, a
black bar appears at the bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction. By recording with DIS deactivated ( 29) this can be avoided.
Initializing A Memory Card
Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of prints. The number of prints can be set up to 15. To correct the number of prints, select the image again and change the number.
You can initialize a memory card any time. After initializing, all les and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared.
Select RETURN, press SET. The SAVE?

appears.

Perform steps in Normal Playback Of Images ( 24). Press MENU. Select MEMORY CARD ( ). Select FORMAT, press SET. The FORMAT menu appears.
If you did not change any settings in step 3 through 5 , the DPOF Menu reappears.
To cancel selection, select CANCEL.
Select EXECUTE, press SET. The memory card is initialized.

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Features For Recording

LED Light

LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting.
Press SLOW during recording or playback.
The moving pictures are divided into four
frames. They are recorded or played back for 1.5 seconds, and then normal recording or playback resumes.
Note: Live Slow cannot be used when the 16:9 Wide mode is selected.
Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape)
Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting.
The light is on always. The light turns on automatically when dark. No display Disables this function. Notes: Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to eyes. If the light does not reach the subject when the LED Light setting is ON, the NightAlive function will be activated, and makes it possible to shoot the subject brighter. Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter speed when the LED Light setting is ON, they will appear slightly blurred.
This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
Set the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to VIDEO ( 13). Set the Power Switch to REC ( 13). / or Set REC MEDIA to ( 30). Set SNAP/SLOW to SNAP. ( 30) Press SNAPSHOT.

Live Slow

This feature is useful for recording or playing back precious or hard-to-see moments at a slow speed. Sound is recorded and played back in real time.
Notes: The PHOTO indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode. You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. If the image taken by snapshot is too dark or too bright, select ( 36) or SPOTLIGHT ( 38). The image quality for Snapshot in 16:9 mode is 640 x 360. However, the approx. number of storable images is similar with Snapshot in 4:3 mode ( 23).
Set the MEMORY/VIDEO Switch to VIDEO. Set the Power Switch to REC or PLAY.
If set to REC, the recording mode should

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 5 provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second).

The Motor Drive mode is disabled when REC MEDIA is set to / or ( 30).
be set to M ( 20). Set SNAP/SLOW to SLOW ( 30, 33). The Live Slow indicator appears.
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Features For Recording EN 35

Manual Focus

The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to innity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

Exposure Control

Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations: When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. When shooting on a reective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.
Set the Power Switch to REC ( 13). Set the recording mode to M ( 20).
SET Manual focus indicator
Set the Power Switch to REC ( 13). Set the recording mode to M ( 20). Press MENU. Select FUNCTION ( ). Select EXPOSURE, press SET.
Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears. Press or to focus on a subject.
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, or will blink.
Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus Press FOCUS twice. Manual focus is recommended in situations listed below. When two subjects overlap in the same scene. When illumination is low.* When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a at, one-color wall, or a clear, blue sky.* When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor.* When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reecting off the surface of a body of water. When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. * The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and.
Select the appropriate exposure, press SET.
To brighten the image, press. To darken the image, press. (maximum +/-6)
Notes: If the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness, set GAIN UP to AUTO ( 29). You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when PROGRAM AE is set to SPOTLIGHT or SNOW ( 38), or with the backlight compensation.
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Iris Lock
Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light. Use this function in the following situations: When shooting a moving subject. When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor changes), such as when the subject is backing away. When shooting on a reective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. When shooting objects under a spotlight. When zooming.

The screen. indication appears on the

DV cable (optional)

Core lter Core lter
At the point you want to start dubbing, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start dubbing. The T indication rotates. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop dubbing. The T indication stops rotating. Press 8 to return to the normal playback mode.
Video unit equipped with DV connector
Make sure all units are turned off. Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration. Start playback on the camcorder ( 21). At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video units instruction manual.) To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video unit, then stop playback on this camcorder.
Note: Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current SOUND MODE setting ( 30). COPY PROTECTED Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder.
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Connection To A Personal Computer

DV connector

[B] Using DV cable
It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software, software equipped with the PC or commercially available software. If you are using a Windows XP, you can use Windows Messenger to conduct video conferences over the Internet, using a camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the Windows Messenger.
Notes: Refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE for the bundled software and drivers. It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( 16). Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC. If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode. The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software. The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connectorequipped capture board. The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using. If, after connecting a DV cable to the camcorder and it doesnt work, restart the camcorder. Do not remove memory card during USB connection between PC and set.

USB connector

[A] [B] USB Cable (provided)

Core lter

To USB connector
or To DV Connector PC with DV connector Core lter
When connecting the camcorder to a PC using a DV cable, make sure to follow the procedure below. Connecting the cable incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the camcorder and/or the PC.
Connect the DV cable rst to the PC, and then to the camcorder. Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly according to the shape of the DV connector.

[A] Using USB cable

It is possible to transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC.
USB and/or appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a le to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage.
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Troubleshooting EN 43
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Problem
Recording cannot be performed.

Possible Cause

The tapes erase protection tab is set to SAVE. TAPE END appears. The cassette holder cover is open. This is not a malfunction.

Remedy

Set the tapes erase protection tab to REC ( 18). Replace with new cassette ( 18). Close the cassette holder cover.
When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant. The LCD monitor indications blink. The focus does not adjust automatically. The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow. Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.
This is not a malfunction.
Effects function that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. Focus is set to the Manual mode. The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when GAIN UP is set to AUTO. In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction. The LCD monitors brightness setting is too dark.

. No picture during playback. Blocks of noise appear during playback. During recording or playback, the Head Clog Warning indicator appears. Recording cannot be performed properly.
In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more than once consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassettes instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups are recommended after using the unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic checkups please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Memory Cards

To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions:
During use. make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark. make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting. While the memory card is being accessed (during recording, playback, deletion, initialization, etc.). never unload the memory card and never turn off the camcorder. Store memory cards. 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 elds (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets).
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How To Handle A CD-ROM
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center hole. Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray. Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface. Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.
About moisture condensation You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner. Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.