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...and then plug the larger end of this product. Continue using the AC Adapter for purchasing this digital video camera. Do not attempt to the Index (੬ pgs. 58 - 62) and familiarize yourself ...notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from AC outlet. No user serviceable parts inside. Contact your JVC dealer. Before use of the AC Adapter are on pages 54 through 56 before use of the ...Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are not using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these as well. • Basic and advanced features/operation...
...and then plug the larger end of this product. Continue using the AC Adapter for purchasing this digital video camera. Do not attempt to the Index (੬ pgs. 58 - 62) and familiarize yourself ...notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from AC outlet. No user serviceable parts inside. Contact your JVC dealer. Before use of the AC Adapter are on pages 54 through 56 before use of the ...Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are not using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these as well. • Basic and advanced features/operation...
Instruction Manual
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EN 3 CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is designed to dripping or splashing. The apparatus shall not be exposed to be used for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on ... standard. Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use this equipment in different countries.) When the equipment is allowed to get...
EN 3 CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is designed to dripping or splashing. The apparatus shall not be exposed to be used for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on ... standard. Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use this equipment in different countries.) When the equipment is allowed to get...
Instruction Manual
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... as tripping on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as a show, performance or exhibition for the digital video cassette. CAUTION! CAUTION! Take care not to this camcorder is intended for private consumer use cassettes with other digital video formats. .... It could tip over, causing serious damage to the user. Any commercial...
... as tripping on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as a show, performance or exhibition for the digital video cassette. CAUTION! CAUTION! Take care not to this camcorder is intended for private consumer use cassettes with other digital video formats. .... It could tip over, causing serious damage to the user. Any commercial...
Instruction Manual
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NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is closest to the filter should be connected to the camera. 1 2 3 If a cable has only one or more core filter. How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to ... filter, the end that is flush to the camcorder. PROVIDED ACCESSORIES or AC Adapter AP-V10EG or AP-V12EG Shoulder Strap EN 5 Battery Pack BN-V408U Lens Cap (See below for attachment) Power Cord Core Filter (for optional S-Video cable ੬ pg. 6 for attachment) Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug...
NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is closest to the filter should be connected to the camera. 1 2 3 If a cable has only one or more core filter. How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to ... filter, the end that is flush to the camcorder. PROVIDED ACCESSORIES or AC Adapter AP-V10EG or AP-V12EG Shoulder Strap EN 5 Battery Pack BN-V408U Lens Cap (See below for attachment) Power Cord Core Filter (for optional S-Video cable ੬ pg. 6 for attachment) Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug...
Instruction Manual
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...in the illustration. • Wind the cable so that , the demonstration will resume. Ⅲ "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is in the camcorder. Ⅲ Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. The Menu Screen appears. 2. The SYSTEM Menu appears. 3. The normal ... LCD monitor or viewfinder. 6 EN How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with the Core Filter to the camcorder. Wind once Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of the Core Filter as shown in . Set the Power ...
...in the illustration. • Wind the cable so that , the demonstration will resume. Ⅲ "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is in the camcorder. Ⅲ Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. The Menu Screen appears. 2. The SYSTEM Menu appears. 3. The normal ... LCD monitor or viewfinder. 6 EN How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with the Core Filter to the camcorder. Wind once Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of the Core Filter as shown in . Set the Power ...
Instruction Manual
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... 30 min. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. approx. 5 hrs. With the arrow on the camcorder blinks to be replaced. Unplug the Power Cord from the camcorder. Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder 4, then connect the Power Cord to "OFF". Disconnect the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. 8 EN ... it cannot be operated. ● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of power. However, it first. ● During charging, the camcorder cannot be used . ● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and...
... 30 min. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. approx. 5 hrs. With the arrow on the camcorder blinks to be replaced. Unplug the Power Cord from the camcorder. Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder 4, then connect the Power Cord to "OFF". Disconnect the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. 8 EN ... it cannot be operated. ● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of power. However, it first. ● During charging, the camcorder cannot be used . ● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and...
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...;C), its terminals to come in direct contact with metals, as the battery pack itself is recommended that the camcorder's power is vulnerable in colder temperatures. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it may cease to function. The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery ... USING AC POWER Use the AC Adapter (connect as it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder. About Batteries DANGER! Do not allow the battery or its usage time becomes shorter and it to the...
...;C), its terminals to come in direct contact with metals, as the battery pack itself is recommended that the camcorder's power is vulnerable in colder temperatures. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it may cease to function. The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery ... USING AC POWER Use the AC Adapter (connect as it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder. About Batteries DANGER! Do not allow the battery or its usage time becomes shorter and it to the...
Instruction Manual
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...tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are clearly focused. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over. 1 To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to use small sized tripods. Dioptre Adjustment Control Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power ...Switch to stabilise the camcorder. Tripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to " " or " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the camcorder. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap...
...tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are clearly focused. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over. 1 To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to use small sized tripods. Dioptre Adjustment Control Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power ...Switch to stabilise the camcorder. Tripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to " " or " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on the camcorder. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap...
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... "CLOCK ADJ.", if the parameter is turned on or off during playback (੬ pg. 36, 37). 1 Set the Power Switch to input the day. BALANCE CAMERA MANUAL S Y S T EM D I SPLAY DSC END ON SCREEN DATE / T I ME T I ME CODE CLOCK ADJ . - Repeat to the first date/ time parameter (day...), the clock stops. Once you just set. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is not highlighted the camcorder's internal clock continues to select " RETURN", and press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears. 4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select "...
... "CLOCK ADJ.", if the parameter is turned on or off during playback (੬ pg. 36, 37). 1 Set the Power Switch to input the day. BALANCE CAMERA MANUAL S Y S T EM D I SPLAY DSC END ON SCREEN DATE / T I ME T I ME CODE CLOCK ADJ . - Repeat to the first date/ time parameter (day...), the clock stops. Once you just set. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is not highlighted the camcorder's internal clock continues to select " RETURN", and press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears. 4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select "...
Instruction Manual
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... the window side is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed , it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from being recorded over ) regardless of a tape. Do not apply force. ● If you wait a few minutes later, insert ... cassette holder opens automatically. • Do not touch internal components. 2 Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH HERE" to the camcorder. ● Even when the camcorder is facing out. Be sure to press only the section labeled "PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder. • Once the cassette ...
... the window side is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed , it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from being recorded over ) regardless of a tape. Do not apply force. ● If you wait a few minutes later, insert ... cassette holder opens automatically. • Do not touch internal components. 2 Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH HERE" to the camcorder. ● Even when the camcorder is facing out. Be sure to press only the section labeled "PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder. • Once the cassette ...
Instruction Manual
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...to select " RETURN", and press it . MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display REC MODE - The power lamp lights and the camcorder is more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time. The Sub Menu appears. The Menu Screen closes. • Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 43)... to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on . 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in the sound. The CAMERA Menu appears. 4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select " CAMERA" and press it twice. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select "REC MODE" and press ...
...to select " RETURN", and press it . MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display REC MODE - The power lamp lights and the camcorder is more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time. The Sub Menu appears. The Menu Screen closes. • Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 43)... to " " while pressing down the Lock Button located on . 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in the sound. The CAMERA Menu appears. 4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select " CAMERA" and press it twice. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select "REC MODE" and press ...
Instruction Manual
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...on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the LCD monitor. • The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. Tilt it will appear in the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position, and it upward/...from the middle of a tape" (੬ pg. 18). ● To turn the beep sounds off automatically. " " appears while recording is in progress. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. It will appear on the LCD monitor when fully extended. ● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes...
...on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the LCD monitor. • The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. Tilt it will appear in the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position, and it upward/...from the middle of a tape" (੬ pg. 18). ● To turn the beep sounds off automatically. " " appears while recording is in progress. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. It will appear on the LCD monitor when fully extended. ● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes...
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... on the tape to a computer. Power Switch Power lamp Lock Button PLAY OFF Operation Mode Choose the appropriate operation mode according to switch off the camcorder. OFF: Allows you to your own image in the most convenient direction. PLAY: • Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.... • Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the camcorder, set various recording functions using the Menus. SELF-RECORDING You can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). Hold the...
... on the tape to a computer. Power Switch Power lamp Lock Button PLAY OFF Operation Mode Choose the appropriate operation mode according to switch off the camcorder. OFF: Allows you to your own image in the most convenient direction. PLAY: • Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.... • Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the camcorder, set various recording functions using the Menus. SELF-RECORDING You can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). Hold the...
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... recording is set to confirm the location of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from "00:00:00" (minute:second:frame). This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in the following cases; • When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette...
... recording is set to confirm the location of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from "00:00:00" (minute:second:frame). This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in the following cases; • When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette...
Instruction Manual
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...: Allows frame-by-frame search. 1) Engage Still Playback. 2) Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards "+" for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is supplied from a battery: the " " battery pack remaining power indicator is not a malfunction. When power is automatically engaged. To...resume normal playback, press 4/6. Once you hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you release it flipped over and pushed against the camera body. ● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications: • When power is supplied from an AC outlet: " " does not appear. • During...
...: Allows frame-by-frame search. 1) Engage Still Playback. 2) Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards "+" for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is supplied from a battery: the " " battery pack remaining power indicator is not a malfunction. When power is automatically engaged. To...resume normal playback, press 4/6. Once you hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you release it flipped over and pushed against the camera body. ● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications: • When power is supplied from an AC outlet: " " does not appear. • During...
Instruction Manual
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...not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture. ● While the Audio/Video cable is recommended to use the AC Adapter as shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 20)....set "TIME CODE" to step 3. set the TV to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on the connected TV . . . • Date/Time ..... To choose whether or not the following displays appear ...Make sure you have a TV or speakers that are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to its VIDEO mode.
...not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture. ● While the Audio/Video cable is recommended to use the AC Adapter as shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 20)....set "TIME CODE" to step 3. set the TV to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on the connected TV . . . • Date/Time ..... To choose whether or not the following displays appear ...Make sure you have a TV or speakers that are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to its VIDEO mode.
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..." while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Press BLANK SEARCH. • "BLANK SEARCH" appears blinking and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is shorter than 5 seconds of the detected blank portion. USE... The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you should start recording, make sure there is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction. ● Blank Search does not work if "HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED. To cancel Blank Search midway press 5. NOTES:...
..." while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Press BLANK SEARCH. • "BLANK SEARCH" appears blinking and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is shorter than 5 seconds of the detected blank portion. USE... The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you should start recording, make sure there is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction. ● Blank Search does not work if "HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED. To cancel Blank Search midway press 5. NOTES:...
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... selected, its indicator blinks or goes out: • Some modes of "Programme AE With Special Effects" (੬ pg. 24, 25). • "GAIN UP" in the CAMERA Menu (੬ pg. 33). • "DIS" in . To Deactivate Night-Scope press NIGHT SCOPE again so that the Night-Scope indicator " "appears. • The shutter... SPOT L I GHT TW I L I GHT SEP I A MONOTONE CLASS I C F I LM S T ROBE SLOW 4X OFF ᮢ Programme AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to bring the camcorder into focus.
... selected, its indicator blinks or goes out: • Some modes of "Programme AE With Special Effects" (੬ pg. 24, 25). • "GAIN UP" in the CAMERA Menu (੬ pg. 33). • "DIS" in . To Deactivate Night-Scope press NIGHT SCOPE again so that the Night-Scope indicator " "appears. • The shutter... SPOT L I GHT TW I L I GHT SEP I A MONOTONE CLASS I C F I LM S T ROBE SLOW 4X OFF ᮢ Programme AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to bring the camcorder into focus.
Instruction Manual
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... Compensates for subjects that may be captured one frame at 1/120th of manual focus and/or a tripod is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to bring the camcorder into focus. From less than they would be changed to , but can be under extremely strong direct lighting such as...
... Compensates for subjects that may be captured one frame at 1/120th of manual focus and/or a tripod is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to bring the camcorder into focus. From less than they would be changed to , but can be under extremely strong direct lighting such as...
Instruction Manual
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...no frame PIN-UP Pin-Up mode FRAME Snapshot mode with no effect in the viewfinder may be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. FOR RECORDING (cont.) Snapshot This feature lets you press during Record-Standby PHOTO" appears and a still image... in the recorded image. ● When a cable is connected to select " RETURN" and press it . 5 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select " CAMERA". "PHOTO" appears while the snapshot is the sound effect of Program AE with special effects are available. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to the AV...
...no frame PIN-UP Pin-Up mode FRAME Snapshot mode with no effect in the viewfinder may be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. FOR RECORDING (cont.) Snapshot This feature lets you press during Record-Standby PHOTO" appears and a still image... in the recorded image. ● When a cable is connected to select " RETURN" and press it . 5 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select " CAMERA". "PHOTO" appears while the snapshot is the sound effect of Program AE with special effects are available. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to the AV...