Battery Pack BN-VF808U

Audio/Video Cable (3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
1) Move the control lever up/down/left/right (3/4/1/2) to select:

Select USB Cable CD-ROM

Operation
To select Move the control lever up. Move the control lever down.

Shoulder Strap ( pg. 12)

Lens Cap ( pg. 12)
Move the control lever right.

NOTES:

Move the control lever left. QUICK REVIEW
2) Press down the control lever to select SET:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core lter. If a cable has only one core lter, the end that is closest to the lter should be connected to the camcorder. Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
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How to open the LCD monitor Pull on the end A of the LCD monitor.
The LCD monitor can rotate 270. Power-linked operation When the power switch is set to REC, you can also turn the camcorder on/off by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewnder.
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewnder. When the viewnder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set PRIORITY to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. ( pg. 32) Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewnder. However, this is not a malfunction.
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Controls

11 : Left/Rewind (1) ( pg. 21)/ Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] ( pg. 18) 2 : Right/Fast-Forward () ( pg. 21)/ LED Light [LIGHT] ( pg. 34) 3 : Up/Play/Pause (6) ( pg. 21)/ Manual Focus [FOCUS] ( pg. 35) 4 : Down/Stop (7) ( pg. 21)/ Backlight Compensation [ ] ( pg. 36)/ Spot Exposure ( pg. 36) Press down : SET 2VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 316:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] ( pg. 17) Blank Search [BLANK] ( pg. 22) Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 25) 4Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 29) 5Data Battery Button [DATA] ( pg. 14) 6Auto Button [AUTO] ( pg. 20) 7Diopter Adjustment Control ( pg. 15) 8Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ( pg. 24, 34) 9Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pg. 19) Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, ] ( pg. 21) !Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] ( pg. 18) "Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF] #Lock Button $Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( pg. 13) %Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT] ( pg. 16)

press SET or 2.

Repeat this step to input time display format (Select from 24h or 12h), month, date, year, hour and minutes.
Perform steps in Language Settings ( pg. 14). To adjust the brightness of the viewnder, pull out the viewnder fully and set PRIORITY to FINDER ( pg. 32).
1 Select DISPLAY, press SET or 2. 2 Select BRIGHT, press SET or 2. 3 Select the appropriate brightness, press

SET or 2.

4 Press MENU.
Press 1 whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen/setting.

Viewnder Adjustment

1 Set the Power Switch to REC while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Tripod Mounting

To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise.
Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewnder fully. 3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewnder are clearly focused.

Example:

Diopter Adjustment Control
When retracting the viewnder, take care not to pinch your ngers.
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off. ( pg. 32, 33) Perform steps in Language Settings ( pg. 14).

02 : 10 AM

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16 EN GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover.
PUSH Cassette holder cover
Appears if a tape is loaded while the Power Switch is set to REC. Blinks when no tape is loaded.
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to REC and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO.

Cassette holder

OPEN/ EJECT

Erase protection tab

CHECK TAPES ERASE PROTECTION TAB
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE while the Power Switch is set to REC and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO. ( pg. 18)

Make sure the window side is facing out.
1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.
Do not touch internal components.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press PUSH
Be sure to press only the section labeled PUSH to close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your nger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage. Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. When the battery packs charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing.
to close the cassette holder.
3 Close the cassette holder cover rmly until it locks into place.
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again. If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.
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Loading/Unloading A Memory Card

Card Cover ( )

16:9 Wide Mode
You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size. By default, the camera is set to record videos at the 16:9 size.

Clipped edge

1 Make sure the camcorders power is off. 2 Open the card cover ( ). 3 To load a memory card, rmly insert it with
its clipped edge rst. To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out.
1 Set the Power Switch to REC. 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
VIDEO. Each press 16:9 switches the screen size. On the LCD monitor:
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.

4 Close the card cover.

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. ( pg. 28)

16 : 9

On the viewnder:

PLEASE FORMAT

Zooming

While recording

Zoom out Zoom in

VIDEO RECORDING Interface Shooting

W: Wide angle zoom.

You can zoom in up to 34X by using the optical Zoom magnication over 34X is done through
digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 800X. Set (ZOOM) to [68X] or [800X]. ( pg. 30) Optical zoom (up to 34X)

T: Telephoto

Digital zoom (up to 800X)
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 camera may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set TELE MACRO to ON. ( pg. 30)
appears inverted as it would when viewing a mirror. However, the actual recorded image does not appear inverted. If the Quick Review ( pg. 18) is executed during the interface shooting, the LCD monitor will be turned off. In such a case, check the playback picture in the viewnder. To check the playback picture in the LCD monitor, close the viewnder.

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).
The person you shoot can view himself/ herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. 1) Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 so that it faces forward. Then, pull out the viewnder fully. 2) Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when selfrecording) and start recording. During Interface Shooting, the monitor image
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VIDEO RECORDING 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 Minutes Seconds Frames* (30 frames = 1 second)
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 22) to nd the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. ( pg. 21) 2) Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.

Dual Rec.

You can capture still images without disturbing the recording in progress. Press SNAPSHOT. A sub screen will be displayed for approx. 6 seconds to show you the snapshot image. The Still image is saved into the memory card REC SELECT must be set to
while video is recorded onto the cassette tape. (CARD) only.

12 : 34 : 24

* Frames are not displayed during recording.

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 ( pg. 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 on a blank portion located partway through the tape. When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Auto/Manual Mode

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

MANUAL

The time code cannot be reset. During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time The time code is displayed only when TIME CODE is set to ON. ( pg. 32)
code indication does not move smoothly.
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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback
BLANK 6 VOL. +/ VIDEO/ MEMORY Lock Button
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor, viewnder or on a connected TV. ( pg. 23) If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewnder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.
Power Switch MENU Speaker
Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV format are detected. The pictures in the HDV format cannot be played back with this camcorder.

6 Select EXECUTE,

press SET.

To cancel deletion, select RETURN. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all les you want to delete.
4 Select ALL 1, press 5 Select EXECUTE,
SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears.

ALL 1? EXECUTE RETURN

If the mark appears, the selected le is protected and cannot be deleted.
To delete all les stored in the memory card
4 Select ALL, press SET or 2. The DELETE screen appears. 5 Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel deletion, select RETURN. Protected les ( pg. 26) 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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ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. To Print By Selecting Still Images And To Reset The Number Of Prints Number Of Prints
1 Perform steps in To Print All Still
Images (One Print For Each) ( pg. 27).
2 Select RESET, press SET or 2. The

DPOF screen appears.

2 Select CURRENT, press SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears. 3 Press 1 or 2 to select

the desired le.

SHEETS 02 RETURN
3 Select EXECUTE, press SET.
To cancel selection, select RETURN. The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still images.
While performing the above, never disconnect power, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted. Select
4 Press 4 or 3 to select the number
indication (00), and press SET.
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 de-activated ( pg. 30) this can be avoided.
5 Select the number of prints by pressing 3 to increase the number, or 4 to decrease the number, and press SET.
Initializing A Memory Card
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.
Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number DPOF SHEETS of prints. The number of prints can be set up to 15. 02 To correct the number of prints, select the image again and change the number.
2 Press MENU. 3 Select FORMAT, press SET
or 2. The FORMAT screen appears.

FORMAT

6 Select RETURN,
If you did not change any settings in step 3 through 5, the DPOF Menu reappears.
press SET. The SAVE? appears.

SAVE? EXECUTE CANCEL

7 Select EXECUTE, press SET.
4 Select EXECUTE, press SET. The memory card is initialized.

ERASE ALL EXISTING DATA?

IMAGE SIZE* [640 x 480 F] / 640 x 480 S The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE ( 640F ) and STANDARD ( 640S ) (in order of quality).
SOUND MODE [12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models) 16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models) REC SELECT (TAPE): When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set to VIDEO, still images are recorded only onto the tape. / (TAPE/CARD): When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch set to VIDEO, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the memory card (640 x 480 pixels). [ (CARD)]: When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Set to VIDEO, still images are recorded into the Memory Card only. Select this setting to perform Dual Rec. ( pg. 20)
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DISPLAY

MELODY OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. [ON]: A melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 24, 34) PRIORITY [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewnder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewnder when the viewnder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Wipe/Fader and Effects, etc., and can be used to conrm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: When the Menu Screen is closed after DEMO With DEMO MODE set to ON, if there is no
operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to REC. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. MODE is turned ON.
The DISPLAY settings (except CLOCK ADJ., 16:9 OUTPUT and BRIGHT) are effective only for shooting. ON SCREEN LCD: Keeps the camcorders display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. [LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorders display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV. DATE/TIME [OFF]: The date/time does not appear. ON: The date/time is always displayed. CLOCK ADJ. pg. 15, Date/Time Settings TIME CODE* [OFF]: Time code is not displayed. ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. ( pg. 20)

Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to If the light does not reach the subject when the
LED Light setting is ON, the Night-Alive 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.

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
SELECT is set to ( pg. 31) / or .
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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 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. Select the background is too bright.
1 Set the Power Switch to REC.

EXPOSURE

Manual focus indicator
2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 20) 3 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator

appears.

4 Press 1 or 2 to focus on a subject. When the focus level cannot be adjusted any
further or closer, or will blink.
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, onecolor wall, or a clear, blue sky.* When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or the viewnder.* 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.

Depending on the shooting location and STROBE in EFFECT cannot be used with
Spot Exposure Control. condition, optimum result may not be attained.
Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure.
1 Set the Power Switch to REC. 2 Set the recording mode to
3 Press so that the Backlight Compensation indicator appears.
To cancel Backlight Compensation Press twice so that the indicator disappears.

M. ( pg. 20)

Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white.
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White Balance Adjustment

The white balance refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colors 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 color/ tint reproduction. To change the setting Set W. BALANCE to the desired mode. ( pg. 30) The selected mode indicator except AUTO
Manual White Balance Adjustment
Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting.

White paper

2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 20) 3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of 4 Select MWB in W. BALANCE menu
( pg. 30), then press and hold SET or 2 until begins blinking. When the setting is completed, stops

blinking.

the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper lls the screen.
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. ( Manual White Balance Adjustment, pg. 37) FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
5 Press SET or 2 to engage the setting. 6 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes and
the Manual White Balance indicator displayed. is
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually. ( pg. 35) Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source, use this function for a more natural result. Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed. White Balance cannot be activated simultaneously with TWILIGHT in PROGRAM AE ( pg. 38). White Balance cannot be activated if the SEPIA or MONOTONE mode is activated.
In step 3, it may be difcult to focus on the white
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occur when SPORTS or any mode of SHUTTER 1/500 1/4000 is selected.

USB cable (provided)

PC with DV connector
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 Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly
according to the shape of the DV connector. then to the camcorder.
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

The focus does not adjust automatically.
Focus is set to the Manual mode. Set Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 35) The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. Clean the lens and check the focus again. ( pg. 35)
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. No power is supplied.
The power is not connected properly. Connect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 13) The battery pack is not attached rmly. Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it rmly. ( pg. 14) The battery is dead. Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one. ( pg. 13)
The color of Snapshot looks strange.
The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. ( pg. 34, 37)
Recording cannot be performed.
The tapes erase protection tab is set to SAVE. Set the tapes erase protection tab to REC. ( pg. 16) TAPE END appears. Replace with new cassette. ( pg. 16) The cassette holder cover is open. Close the cassette holder cover.
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light during charging.
Charging is difcult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). ( pg. 44) The battery pack is not attached rmly. Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it rmly. ( pg. 13)
When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specications Charging: 10C to 35C (50F to 95F) Operation: 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage: 20C to 50C (4F to 122F) The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: 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 ngerprints and dust. 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 elds (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets). vertically, in their original cases.
. 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 (140F), as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch re. use only specied chargers. To prevent damage and prolong service
. 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.

Effects..38 Exposure Control.35

Gain Up..31

Image Size.31 Index Playback.25 Initializing A Memory Card.28 Interface Shooting.19
Shutter Effects.. 38 Sound L/R. 33 Sound Mode. 31, 33 Speaker Volume. 21
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GETTINGSTARTED EN 9

Controls
(_)< Left/Rewind (<1<) ( pg. 21)/ Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] ( pg. 18) > : Right/Fast-Forward (IH_) ( - pg. 21 )/ LED Light [LIGHT] ( pg. 34) A : Up/Play/Pause (1_/11) ( " pg. 21 )/ Manual Focus [FOCUS] ( - pg. 35) v : Down/Stop (11) ( pg. 21)/ Backlight Compensation [r_l] ( pg. 36)/ spot Exposure (pg.36) Press down : SET _)VlDEO/MEMORY Switch (_16:9Wide Screen Button [16:9] ( "pg. 17) Blank Search [BLANK] (pg.22) Index Button [INDEX]("pg.25) (4}Menu Button [MENU] (:" pg. 29) _Data Battery Button [DATA] ( - pg. 14) (6}Auto Button [AUTO] (:" pg. 20) (7_Diopter Adjustment Control ( pg. 15) (_)Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ("pg.24,34) @Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (pg. 19) Speaker Volume Control [VOL +, -] ( "pg. 21) @)Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] ( "pg. 18) @Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF] @)Lock Button @)Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( "pg. 13) _4}Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT] ( "pg. 16)

Indicators

_POWER/CHARGE Lamp (pg. 13)

Other Parts

[LCD Monitor ( pg 8) _lViewfinder (:- pg. 15) mOardCover[_]( "pg. 17) mBattery Pack Mount (pg. 13) mShoulder Strap Eyelet ( pg. 12) []Grip Strap( "pg. 12) mSpeaker (pg.21) mLens ruLED Light (pg.34) _l_lCame ra Sensor (Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor necessary for shooting is built-in here.) II_Stereo Microphone mStud Hole (pg. 15) mTripod Mounting Socket ( "pg. 15) mCassette Holder Cover (pg. 16) mMemory Card Slot mConnector Cover
Power Switch REC: To perform recording memory card. OFF: To switch

Position

on the tape or in the

off the camcorder.

Connectors
_)USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector ( "pg. 41) l_}Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT] (i.LINK*)( pg.40, 41) * i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof.The _, logo is used for products compliant with the i.LINK standard. The connectors are located beneath the covers. _Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] ( pg.23, 39) t_)DC Input Connector [DO] ( pg. 13)
PLAY: eTo play back a recording on the tape. eTo display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card to a PC.

About Batteries

DANGER7 Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. To restore the accuracy of the battery power indicator If the battery power indication differs frorn the actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and then run it down. However this method may not work if the battery was used for a long period of time under extremely high/low temperature condition or charged too many times.
5 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder. The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started. When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out, charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To detach the battery pack Slide the battery pack downward pressing BATT. to detach it. Battery pack BN-VF808U* BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Provided
Charging time Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. Approx. 3 hrs. 50 min.

14 ENGETTINGSTARTED

Using TheBatteryPack
Perform Pack"( Maximum steps 2 - 3 in "Charging pg. 13). continuous recording The Battery 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.

time Viewfinder on

Battery pack BN-VF808U* BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Provided
LCD monitor on 1 hr. 50 rain. 3 hrs, 40 min, 5 hrs, 30 min,

Using ACPower

Perform Pack"( step 4 - 5 in "Charging pg. 13). The Battery
2 hrs, 15 min. 4 hrs, 30 min. 6 hrs, 45 min.
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
NOTES: Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. The playback mode is engaged repeatedly. 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.
INFORMATION: The following explanations in this manual supposes the use of LCD monitor in your operation. If you want to use the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and pull out the viewfinder fully.

,__=L__ I !

800 Digital zoom (up to 80OX)
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 camera may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case set 'TELE MACRO" to "ON". ( pg. 30)

Journalistic Shooting

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270 (90 downward, upward). 180

20 EN VIDEO RECORDXNG

TimeCode
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. Display Minutes Seconds Frames* (30 frames 1 second)
Recording TheMiddle ATape From Of
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. 21) 2) Set the Power Switch to "REC" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.

DualRec.

= You can capture still images without disturbing the recording in progress. Press SNAPSHOT. A sub screen will be displayed for approx. 6 seconds to show you the snapshot image. The Still image is saved into the memory card while video is recorded onto the cassette tape. "REC SELECT" must be set to "_. I_1 (CARD)" only.
* Frames are not displayed during recording. 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 ( "pg. 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 on a blank portion located partway through the 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". ( pg. 32)

Auto/Manual ode M

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

VIDEO PLAYBACKEN 21

| NormalPlayback
VIDEO/ MEMORY BLANK I_/11 VOL +/Lock Button
NOTES: The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. ( pg. 23) If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically.To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.

1 Load a cassette.(

Speaker pg. 16) Switch to Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV format are detected. The pictures in the HDV format cannot be played back with this camcorder.
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY "VIDEO". 3 Set the Power Switch
to "PLAY" while located on the

StillPla ybac k

Pauses during video playback. 1) Press I_/11 during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press I_/11 again. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged.

pressing switch.

down the Lock Button
SET The above screen (referring to the control lever ( pg. 7)) will be displayed for approx. 3 seconds on the LCD Monitor. Operation I_/11 To select Move the control lever up. Move the control lever down. Move the control lever right. _1_1 Move the control lever left. press ,/11.

4 To start playback,

5 To stop playback, press I. During Stop mode press _ to rewind or I_1_ to fast-forward the tape. Press SET to display the guide operation screen.
To control the speaker volume Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/-) towards "+" to turn up the volume, or towards "-" to turn down the volume.

PLAYBACK

Variable Shuttle Search
Allows variable-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press I_1_ once or twice for forward search, or _ once or twice for reverse search.

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of atape to avoid time code interruption.(pg.20) 1 Perform (:'pg.21). 2 steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback"

Press BLANK.

2) To resume normal playback, press I_/11. During playback, press and hold I_1_ or <1<1. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes. A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
The BLANK SEARCH" indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion. To cancel Blank Search, press or BLANK.
Before starting Blank Search, if the current position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction. If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically. A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected. The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen. i!!, i
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible across the screen.

Playback napshot S

This camcorder allows you to take snapshots during video playback. Press SNAPSHOT.

PLAYBACK off.

1 Make sure all units are turned
| ConnectionsoA TV Or VCR T
2 Connect the camcorder shown in the illustration.

to a TV or VCR as

If using a VCR, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR's instruction manual. To AV connector 4 Turn on the camcorder, TV. the VCR and the
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode. 6 I Audio/Video cable Start playback on the camcorder.
(pg.21) Please set "16:9 OUTPUT" of Playback Menus so that the image may suit your TV (16:9 TV or 4:3 TV). ( " pg. 32, 33) To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connectedTV Date/Time Set "DATE/TIME" to ON" or OFF" (pg.33). Time Code TV Set "TIME CODE" to "ON" or OFF" (:" pg. 33). Indications other than date/time and time code Set "ON SCREEN" to "OFF", LCD" or "LCD/TV" ( pg. 33). NOTES: m_ __

(provided)

OYellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/ VCR has only AN input connectors.) ORed to AUDIO R IN* _)White to AUDIO L IN* * Not required for watching still images only.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 13) To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder's Power Switch to"REC", then set your TV to the appropriate input mode. Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on.

EN DSC

RECORD[-NG Approximate Number of Storable Images The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. Image Size/Picture Quality 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 360/FINE 640 x 480/STANDARD 640 x 360/STANDARD Image Size/Picture Quality 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 360/FINE Lock Button 640 x 480/STANDARD 640 x 360/STANDARD SD Memory Card 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 425 1285
| BasicShooting (D.S.C.Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder Camera for taking snapshots. stored in the memory card, as a Digital Still Still images are
Before continuing, perform the procedures below: Power (pg. 13) Loading a Memory Card (pg. 17) Remove the lens cap. Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 8) SNAPSHOT listed
MultiMediaCard 8MB 16MB 32MB 215 645

VIDEO/ MEMORY

Power Switch Switch to while on the
"MEMORY". Set the Power Switch to "REC" pressing down the Lock Button switch. To change the Picture Quality, 3 Press SNAPSHOT.The located

pg. 29, 31.

"PHOTO" indication
appears while the snapshot is being taken. To delete unwanted still images, refer to "Deleting Files"(pg.27). When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set"MELODY" to "OFF"( pg. 32). NOTE: If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes 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, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
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. LN [o]:_'i [_Y.'I:|.]_ =hVj Appears if there is no memory card loaded when the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed.

D.$.C PLAYBACKEN 25

| NormalPlaybackOf 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 flipping through a photo album. VIDEO/MEMORY Lock Button

| AutoPlaybackOf Images

You can run through all the images memory card automatically. 1 Perform steps Of Images"(pg.25). 1 - 3 in "Normal stored Playback in

2 Press I_/11 to start Auto Playback. If you press < during Auto Playback, files are displayed in descending order. If you press > during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order. 3 To end Auto Playback, press in.

Power Switch

| Index Playback Files Of
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. 1 Perform steps Of Images"(pg.25). 1 - 3 in "Normal Selected Playback file
2 Press INDEX.The Index Screen appears. 3 Press v,/\, <or> to move the frame to the desired file. to 4 Press SET.The selected file is displayed. on the

1 Load a memory

card.(

pg. 17) Switch

2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY "MEMORY". 3 Set the Power Switch
to "PLAY" while located

Index number

A stored image is displayed. 4 Press < to display the previous to display the next file. NOTE: Images shot and stored on the card with another device with resolutions other than 640 x 480" will be displayed as thumbnails only. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. , eD file. Press >
I Removing On-Screen Display
Perform steps Of Images"(pg.25). 2 Press MENU.

1 - 3 in "Normal

Playback
3 Select "ON SCREEN", press SET or >.The ON SCREEN menu appears. Press < whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.
Appears if there are no image files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback.

4 Select

"OFF", press SET or >.

ONSCREEN

Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible with DCF or a file with a size that is not compatible with this camcorder.
5 Press MENU. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number date/time and battery remaining power indicator disappear. To display the indicators again, select ON".
26 EN ADD[TZONALFEATURES FOR D.5.C. I ResettingTheFileName
By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made.The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. 1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Of Images"("pg.25). Playback _ Select

In the following pages, [ ] refers to Factory preset settings. CAMERA The following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to "REC". l{oIo]Lvj li
[34X]: When set to "34X" while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 34X since digital zoom will be disengaged. 68X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 34X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 68X digital magnification. 800X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 34X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 800X digital magnification. * Available onlywhen the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO".

I Recording Menus

FUNCTION
The following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to "REC". Each setting (except "EFFECT" and "SHUTTER") which is set in Video Recording Menu is also applied in the D.S.C. Recording Menu.
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( " pg. 38), "Wipe or Fader Effects" * Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO".

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( - pg. 38), "Program Effects" AE, Effects And Shutter

i :1! _lLv_ i[o] !.,%ot

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON:When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m (3.3 ft), set "TELE MACRO" to "ON". You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 40 cm (1.4 ft). Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
( pg. 38), '<Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects" :Ill _o_UJ 11 =1 ( pg. 35),"Exposure vi_'jI:#1 nrl_[e_=l ( pg. 37),"White Balance Adjustment" Control"

J]f,,'tl

OFF ((',',',',',',',','_ : Disables the function. (DIS disable icon appears.) [ON]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. NOTES: Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. DIS" cannot be activated when "NIGHT" in PROGRAM AE" or STROBE" in EFFECT" is selected, or when LIGHT is set to on, or when SNAPSHOT is pressed. * Available onlywhen the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO".

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( pg. 39), '<Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects"
MENUS FORDETAILED AD3USTMENT EN 31 VTR
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy. Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO".

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[OFF]: When the SNAPSHOT button is pressed during tape playback, the playback image pauses and normal playback will resume after approximately 6 seconds. (The still image is not recorded.) ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a tape to a memory card.(pg.39)."[ollJl ID] Ill 11 [STEREO k.qll]:Sound is output on both "L:' and "R" channels in stereo. SOUND L [_ : Sound from the "1" channel is output. SOUND output. R _]: Sound from the "R" channel is

as in the

34 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDXNG I LEDLight
LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting.
_ Snapshot Record ( Still ImageOn Tape)
This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY "VIDEO". LED Light Set the Power Switch Set the recording Switch to
to "REC". ( pg. 20) I_1" or
mode to"_". to "_ r'_I/_

1 Press LIGHT setting.

repeatedly

to change

4 Set "REC SELECT" "_.r_.(-pg.31) 5 Press SNAPSHOT.
The light turns on automatically he dark. (_,_A appears.) when light is on always. (_'_ appears.) Turns off the light.

display

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a still image.
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 Night-Alive 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.
The "PHOTO"indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the carncorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. Snapshot is effective when the recording mode selection is set to both "1!_1"or "_]". If the image taken by snapshot is too dark or too bright, select [] ( "pg. 36) or SPOTLIGHT" ( pg. 38). The image size for snapshot in 16:9 mode is 640 x 360. However, the approximate number of storable images is similar with snapshot in 4:3 mode. ( - pg. 24)

_ ManualWhite Balance Adjustment
Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. 1 Set the Power Switch to "REC", 2 Set the recording mode to"_". ( paper pg. 20)
3 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. Select "MWB" in "W. BALANCE" menu
MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various of lighting. ("Manual White Balance Adjustment", pg. 37) -_0[- FINE: Outdoors i CLOUD: on a sunny day. on a cloudy
"pg.30),then press and hold SET or> begins blinking. When the setting is completed, _ stops blinking. 5 Press SET or > to engage the setting. 6 Press MENU.The Menu Screen indicator

closes and _z_ is

Outdoors
;,_,: HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
the Manual displayed. NOTES:

White Balance

In step 3, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually. ( pg, 35) Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source, use this function for a more natural result. Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed. White Balance cannot be activated simultaneously with "TWILIGHT" in PROGRAM AE" (pg.38). White Balance cannot be activated if the SEPIA" or MONOTONE" mode is activated.

_ u_ _

38 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING

I Wipe Or FaderEffects

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Wipe or Fader works started or stopped. when video recording is
occur when SPORTS" or any mode of SHUTTER 1/500 - 1/4000" is selected.

PROGRAM AE

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) 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 slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions. SNOW _i_'_: 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. TWILIGHT &* : Makes evening scenes look more natural.White Balance ( "pg. 37) is automatically set to "AUTO". When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. NIGHT _ : Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is net grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.

It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little, if any, image or sound deterioration.
1 Make sure all units are turned 2 Connect this camcorder
to a video unit using a to
equipped with a DV output connector DV cable as shown in the illustration. 3 Set the camcorder's "PLAY". DV cable (optional) 4 ( Set "REC "pg. 33) Start playback 6 on the player. Start/Stop mode. appears Power Switch
MODE" to "SP" or "LP".
Press the Recording the Record-Pause DViN "indication

Button to

engage _, To DV IN/OUT The" screen.

on the

Video unit equipped

with DV connector

7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start dubbing.The _# indication rotates. 8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop dubbing.The _# indication stops rotating. 9 Press to return to the normal mode. NOTE: Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape regardless of the current SOUND MODE" setting. (:" pg. 31)
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To use this carncorder as a player 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration. 3 Start playback on the camcorder. (pg.21) 4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video unit's instruction manual.) 15 stop dubbing, stop recording on the To video unit, then stop playback on this camcorder.

playback

Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder.

EDXTXN5EN 41

[A] Using USB cable
_ ConnectionoA Personal Computer T
[A] Using cable USB OR [B] Using cable DV
It is possible to transfer still images stored memory card to a PC.

[B] Using cable DV

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.

DV IN/OUT

Refer to "SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE" for the bundled software and drivers.

* I, *. I n

Appears when the date/time is not set. (pg. 15). The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. ")'Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
Error indications or 06. Remedy: Remove and reattach the power supply or battery.
If the aspect ratio of the video you are playing is strange, change the setting in "16:9 OUTPUT". ( "pg. 32, 33) Error indications 03 or 04. Remedy: Eject the cassette and reinsert. In the above 2 error indications, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-insert it. then check if the indication clears. When it does, _/ou can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Displays the battery remaining Remaining power level

power.

High Exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery remaining power indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted power turns off automatically.
Iq.*l".,) ::i::I_ID]
Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.

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Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.

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Appears when the memory card's memory and shooting is not possible. is full
EN CAUTIONS The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10C/50F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder.

ACAdapter

When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit's power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a "Siemens Plug", as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Plug adapter
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specifications Charging: 10C to 35C (50F to 95F) Operation: 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage: -20C to 50C (-4F to 122F) The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.