Page 2 - CONTENTS; None; REFERENCES
EN 2 CONTENTS None USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .... 21 – 25 For Recording Menu ...................................... 21 – 24 For Playback Menu ....................................... 24 – 25 DUBBING .............................................. 26 – 27 Dubbing To Or From A VCR ...............
Page 3 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
EN 3 None None WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAINOR MOISTURE. Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information andprecautions ( 墌 pgs. 3 and 4) to ensure safe use of this product. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...
Page 4 - can be used with this unit.
EN 4 None Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to themalfunctioning 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 ...
Page 5 - PROVIDED ACCESSORIES; Power Cord; HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP; or; Tab
EN 5 NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more corefilter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing Cable Grip Belt(Already atta...
Page 6 - MENU; AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION; Sub Menu; HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER; Stopper; Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.; For the AC Adapter’s cord and USB cable
EN 6 Automatic Demonstration takes place when“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). 䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation forabout 3 minutes after the Power Switch 8 is set to “ ” or “ ” and no cassette is in the camcorder. 䡲 Performing any operation during the demonstrat...
Page 7 - Power; To Detach The Battery Pack:; USING THE BATTERY PACK; Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.; USING AC POWER; GETTING STARTED; Battery pack; ATTENTION; During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.; Approximate recording time
EN 7 8 y 6 ) Battery pack BN-V107U BN-V114U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. Power CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1 Insert the terminal end of the battery pack into the battery pack mount ) , then firmly push the end of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it ...
Page 8 - Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.; About Batteries; Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or; The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
EN 8 Grip Adjustment 1 Separate the Velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button 7 and Power Switch 8 and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring 9 . Be sure to fasten the Velcro...
Page 9 - Tripod Mounting; CAUTION; Loading/Unloading A Cassette; To Protect Valuable Recordings:
EN 9 u Tripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend itslegs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to usesmall sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unitby falling over. 1 To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the screw to the mounting socket r on the ca...
Page 10 - Recording Mode Setting
EN 10 ● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Donot apply force. ● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holdercover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force. ● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder doesnot open, close the cassette holder cover and t...
Page 11 - During shooting; Basic Recording; Shooting while using the LCD monitor:; To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display; MONITOR BRIGHT; To turn the tally lamp; When the Recording Start/Stop button
EN 11 2 0 5m h 1 h 3 0 m 1 h 2 9 m 0 h 0 3 m 1 h 3 0 m 0 h 0 2 m 0 h 0 1 m 0 h 0 0 m PL AY OFF A M SH U TT LE SE A R C H 180 ° 90 ° t 6 78 0 3 During shooting Basic Recording Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( 墌 pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustmen...
Page 12 - Journalistic Shooting; Zoom In; Zoom Out; Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring; Power-Linked Operation
EN 12 TAPE RECORDING Power Switch Position : Allows you to set various recording functions using theMenus. If you want more creative capabilities than FullAuto recording, try this mode. (Full Auto): Allows you to record using NO special effects or manualadjustments. Suitable for standard recording. ...
Page 13 - The time code cannot be reset.; Normal Playback; Display
EN 13 1 2 : 3 4 : 2 4 TAPE RECORDING Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape.This code is to confirm the location of the recordedscene on the tape during playback.If recording starts from a blank portion, the time codebegins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).If r...
Page 14 - TAPE PLAYBACK; Blank Search; BLANK SEARCH; Speaker
EN 14 8 & * 7 9 4 TAPE PLAYBACK Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in themiddle of a tape to avoid time code interruption( 墌 pg. 13). 1 Load a tape ( 墌 pg. 9). 2 Set the Power Switch 8 to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch. 3 Press BLANK SEA...
Page 15 - Connections; DISPLAY; to “
EN 15 * When connecting the cables, open this cover.** The audio connection is not required for watching still images only. *** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used. TAPE PLAYBACK Connections 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illu...
Page 16 - Programme AE With Special Effects; IMPORTANT
EN 16 Night-Scope Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than theywould be under good natural lighting. Although therecorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it isstrobing due to the slow shutter speed. 1 Set the Power Switch 8 to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the sw...
Page 18 - FOR RECORDING; Snapshot; Auto Focus; SNAPSHOT
EN 18 FOR RECORDING Snapshot This feature lets you record still images that look likephotographs onto a tape. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the Power Switch 8 to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. 2 Press MENU...
Page 19 - Manual Focus; Exposure Control; Focus detection zone
EN 19 FOR RECORDING Manual Focus To obtain correct focus. 1 If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments( 墌 pg. 8). 2 Set the Power Switch 8 to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch, then press FOCUS ( ( 墌 pgs. 40 and 41...
Page 20 - In step; White Balance Adjustment
EN 20 Iris Lock 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 or the viewfinder changes), suchas when the subject is backing away. • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as a...
Page 22 - MANUAL; • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
EN 22 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 0 AD J . – AU TO L ASH F L ASH F – ON I S D – RE T URN OF F I ND CU T W – OF F I DE MODE W – OF F E L E MACRO T – N A M UA L SNAP MODE Refer to “Snapshot” ( 墌 pg. 18). GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]:...
Page 25 - USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT; Minutes; VIDEO DISPLAY; ON SCREEN; Playback Sound; SOUND MODE; • The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which
EN 25 1 2 1 2 : 3 4 : 2 4 0 3 0 . 2 1 3 : 7 1 . 5 2 b i t / SOUND 1 4 6 L USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ON SCREEN setting:For playback sound, tapespeed and tape running. DATE/TIME setting:For date/time. Display Minutes Seconds Frames * * 25 frames = 1 second TIME CODE setting:For time code. VI...
Page 26 - DUBBING; Dubbing To Or From A VCR; To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder; S IN
EN 26 DUBBING * When connecting the cables, open this cover.** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used. Dubbing To Or From A VCR To Use This Camcorder As A Player 1 Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 15. 2 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch 8 to “ ...
Page 27 - Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit; occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.; To DV
EN 27 DUBBING Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from thiscamcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DVconnector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little ifany image or sound deterioration. To Use ...
Page 28 - After; SLOW; is pressed and held, the still; to; Playback Special Effects; Press T; SLOW
EN 28 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Slow-Motion Playback To allow slow-speed search in either direction duringtape playback. 1 To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press SLOW ( 9 ) R or ( 0 ) E more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 secondswith an 80-minute casset...
Page 29 - Programme AE with special effects (
EN 29 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recordedin the 12-bit mode ( 墌 pg. 21). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on ablank portion of a tape. ● To perform Audio Dubbing...
Page 30 - If the VCR’s power does not come on in step; MAKE CONNECTIONS; on the remote control to turn
EN 30 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 3 4 09 25 1 8 7 6 W Q d VCR(Recording deck) IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRsand those of many other makers, it may not workwith yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: ● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1 , try another code fr...
Page 31 - Continued on next page.; SELECT SCENES; To PAUSE IN
EN 31 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ● Make sure to set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the MenuScreen ( 墌 pg. 24). ● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV inputconnector, an optional DV cable can be connectedinstead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable. 5 If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of th...
Page 32 - USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT; For More Accurate Editing; AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR; Pressing
EN 32 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause toRecord mode faster than others. Even if you beginediting for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly thesame time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or findthat you have recorded scenes you did...
Page 33 - SYSTEM CONNECTIONS; OR; Connection To A Personal Computer; It is possible to do the following things:; Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC.
EN 33 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS “ACCESSING FILES” appears on the LCD monitorwhile the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or thecamcorder is transferring a file to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while“ACCESSING FILES” is displayed on the LCDmonitor since this can result in product damage. To DV ^...
Page 35 - TROUBLESHOOTING; White Balance cannot be activated.
EN 35 TROUBLESHOOTING The image looks like the shutter speed is tooslow. • When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” inthe Menu Screen. ¥ If you want the lighting to look more natural, set“GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen( 墌 pg...
Page 36 - An unusual mark appears.
EN 36 TROUBLESHOOTING An unusual mark appears. ¥ Check the section of the manual that explains LCDmonitor/viewfinder indications ( 墌 pg. 42 – 44). An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears. • A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorder’s functions become unusable. ¥ Remov...
Page 37 - Battery Packs; Terminals; Cassettes; Temperature Range Specifications; Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.
EN 37 CAUTIONS Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is alithium-ion battery. Before usingthe supplied battery pack or anoptional battery pack, be sure toread the following cautions: 1. To avoid hazards . . . ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the...
Page 38 - Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery
EN 38 CAUTIONS 5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems: • 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 cassett...
Page 39 - For Your Maintenance; RELEASE; ) Cleaning The Camcorder; Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
EN 39 CAUTIONS Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unitimmediately and consult your local JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlleddevice. External noise and interference (from a TV,a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioningproperly. In such cases, fir...
Page 40 - INDEX; Controls, Connectors And Indicators; Viewfinder
EN 40 PL AY OFF A M SH U TT LE SE A R C H 2 3 4 1 5 # @ ! ^ % $ 6 8 7 t r u y * & ( ) w q e 0 9 i a W Y O I Q R T E U s d f g h j k l ; P S A p o INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators Viewfinder Speaker LCD monitor Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. Remote Control Stereomi...
Page 41 - The connectors
EN 41 INDEX 1 SELECT/SET Button ................................. 墌 pg. 21 2 MENU Button ............................................ 墌 pg. 21 3 • +, – Button ............................................... 墌 pg. 21 • LCD Monitor Brightness Control [MONITOR BRIGHT +, –] ........................ 墌 pg...
Page 42 - LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications; During Tape Recording
EN 42 INDEX LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Recording During Tape Playback C E R SOUND b i t 2 1 5 : 5 5 6 w 1h50m 4 3 0 3 : 7 1 0 x W T 2 5 . 1 2 . 0 3 ! @ # $ 8 0 9 2 5 1 ^ * & ( % 2 3 4 5 7 6 w ) q 1 6 w 1 2 / 1 b i SOUND B L ANK S EARCH VOL UME t 1 1 6 : 2 1 : 2 4 6 4 L 0 3 : ...
Page 44 - WARNING INDICATIONS
EN 44 INDEX WARNING INDICATIONS (high) (exhausted) Displays the battery remaining power level. As thebattery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. ( 墌 pg. 9) ...
Page 46 - TERMS
EN 46 G Gain Up .......................................................... 墌 pg. 22 Grip Adjustment ............................................... 墌 pg. 8 I Icons ...................................................... 墌 pg. 21 – 25 Insert Editing .................................................. 墌...
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