Contents
RECORDING FEATURES ..................................... 31
Manual Focus ............................................ 33
Shutter Speed ............................................ 35
GETTING STARTED
Index .............................................................. 10
Power ............................................................. 14
Operation Mode ............................................. 16
Brightness Adjustment of the Display ............ 18
Grip Adjustment ............................................. 19
Tripod Mounting ............................................. 19
Inserting/Removing an SD Card .................... 19
Formatting a Recording Medium ................... 20
Selecting a Recording Medium ...................... 21
Drop Detection ............................................... 21
PLAYBACK FEATURES ....................................... 37
Protecting Files .............................................. 38
Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer ......... 47
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
Zooming ..................................................... 23
Video Playback .............................................. 24
Date Index Screen ..................................... 25
Various Playback Operations .................... 25
Playback Zoom .......................................... 25
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder .....26
Playback on a TV ...................................... 26
Dubbing to a VCR (or DVD Recorder) ....... 26
Playback Using the Remote Control .............. 27
MENU SETTINGS
48
Changing the Menu Settings ......................... 48
Common Menus for All Modes ...................... 48
Video Recording Menus ................................ 50
Video Playback Menus .................................. 50
Still Image Recording Menus ......................... 51
Still Image Playback Menus ........................... 51
STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 28
Still Image Recording ..................................... 28
Zooming ..................................................... 28
Continuous Shooting ................................. 28
Still Image Playback ...................................... 29
Slide Show ................................................. 29
Index Screen of Still Image Files ............... 29
How to Use the Scroll Bar ......................... 30
Date Index Screen ..................................... 30
Image Rotation .......................................... 30
Playback Zoom .......................................... 30
REFERENCES
52
Troubleshooting ............................................. 52
Warning Indications ....................................... 55
Cleaning the Camera ..................................... 57
Cautions ......................................................... 57
Specifications ................................................. 60
TERMS ............................................... Back cover
4
EN
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera.
Before use, please read the safety information
and precautions contained in the pages 4 – 5 to
ensure safe use of this product.
CAUTIONS:
● If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it
down and unplug it immediately. Continue
using the camcorder or AC Adapter under
these conditions could lead to fire or electric
shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not
attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
● When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
● In certain areas, use the conversion plug
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric
shock or damage
to the unit, first
firmly insert the
small end of the
power cord into
the AC Adapter
until it is no
longer wobbly,
and then plug the larger end of the power cord
into an AC outlet.
EN
5
CAUTIONS:
NOTES:
● This camera is designed to be used with PAL-
type colour television signals. It cannot be used
for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and LCD
monitor playback are possible anywhere.
● Use the JVC BN-VF707U battery pack and, to
recharge it or to supply power to the camera
from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-
voltage AC adapter. (An appropriate
● The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
● The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
● The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or
on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more
on both sides, on top and at the rear).
conversion adapter may be necessary to
accommodate different designs of AC outlets in
different countries.)
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able
to get out.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camera and to the user.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will
cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage.
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6
EN
Important notes for destroying and disposing of
camera
Before Using this Camera
When formatting or erasing data using the camera
or PC functions, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not completely
erased from the hard disk. If you want to completely
erase all of the data, we recommend either using
commercially available software that is specially
designed for that purpose, or by physically
destroying the camera with a hammer etc.
This camera records video in MPEG2 format
compliant with SD-VIDEO format.
Remember that this camera is not compatible
with other digital video formats.
Remember that this camera is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission is
prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a
show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Also read “Cautions” on pages 57 to 59.
● Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Do not strike or shake the hard disk.
Before recording important video, be sure to
make a trial recording.
●
Play back your trial recording to make sure the
video and audio have been recorded properly.
MascotCapsule is registered trademark of HI
CORPORATION in Japan.
Make a backup of important recorded data
Protect your important recorded data by copying the
files to PC. It is recommended to copy it from your
PC to a DVD or other recording media for storage.
Refer to the software installation and USB
connection guide.
Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION. All rights
reserved.
● Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Important notes when requesting repair or
inspection
When the camera is repaired or inspected, data
may be erased, and the hard disk may be formatted.
Back up all data before requesting repair or
inspection.
If a problem occurs with the SD Memory Card,
bring the card together with the camera.
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your
dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your
camera together with the SD Memory Card. If one
of them is not included, the cause cannot be
diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.
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7
a AC Adapter AP-V14A, AP-V14E, or AP-V17E
b Power Cord (for AP-V14A/AP-V14E only)
c Battery Pack BN-VF707U
Provided Accessories
d Audio/Video Cable
e USB Cable (Refer to the software installation
and USB connection guide.)
f Shoulder Strap (See page 8 for attachment)
g Lens Cap (See page 8 for attachment)
h CD-ROM
OR
i Remote Control Unit RM-V730US
j Lithium Battery CR2025* (for remote control
unit)
k Core Filter for Cables (See page 9 for
attachment)
Large-A (x 1): Audio/Video Cable
Large-B (x 2): USB/S-Video Cable
Small (x 1): DC Cord
* A lithium battery is pre-installed in the remote
control unit at time of shipment (with insulation
sheet). To use the remote control unit, remove the
insulation sheet.
NOTES:
● In order to maintain optimum performance of the
camera, provided cables may be equipped with
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one
core filter, the end that is closest to the filter
should be connected to the camera.
● Make sure to use the provided cables for
connections. Do not use any other cables.
GETTING STARTED
8
EN
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Lens Cap
Follow the illustration.
To protect the lens,
attach the provided lens
cap to the camera as
shown in the illustration.
1 Open the velcro strip.
2 Thread the strap through the eyelet.
3 Fold it back and thread it through the strap
NOTE:
guide and the buckle.
To confirm the lens cap is
on correctly, make sure the
cap is flush to the camera.
● To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then
tighten the strap in the buckle.
4 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.
5 Close the velcro strip.
5
1
Place here during
recording.
4
2
Eyelet
Buckle
3
Strap Guide
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EN
9
Attaching the Core Filter
LCD Monitor
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core
filter reduces interference.
Push the release button
monitor fully. It can rotate 270°.
and open the LCD
1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the
core filter.
Stopper
2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving
approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug
and the core filter.
Wind the cable once around the outside of the
core filter as shown in the illustration.
Core Filter
3 cm
Wind once.
● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.
NOTES:
● Take care not to damage the cable.
● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the
core filter to the camera.
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Controls
a Mode Switch [MODE] (੬ pg. 16 – 17)
b Flash Button [FLASH] (੬ pg. 31)
(੬ pg. 14, 16)
c Information Button [INFO/ ] (੬ pg. 38)
d Play/Pause Button [49] (੬ pg. 24, 29)
e Forward Search Button [
Right Button [ ]/Auto/Manual Mode Switch
] (੬ pg. 16 – 17)
(5)] (੬ pg. 25)/
[
/
Other Parts
f Forward Skip Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Down
Button [ ]/Manual Set Button [ SET]
(੬ pg. 32)
W Reset Hole [RESET] (੬ pg. 52)
X LCD Monitor
g Reverse Search Button [
Left Button [
(3)] (੬ pg. 25)/
Y Speaker (੬ pg. 24)
a Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 14)
b Camera Sensor
]
h Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 48)
i Delete Button [ ] (੬ pg. 39)
c Lens
j Reverse Skip Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Up
Button [ ]/Backlight Compensation Button
e Stereo Microphone
f Flash (੬ pg. 31)
[
] (੬ pg. 31)/Spot Exposure Control
Button (੬ pg. 31)
g Flash Sensor
k Power Switch [OFF,
l Lock Button (੬ pg. 16)
m LCD Release Button
,
] (੬ pg. 16)
h Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 8)
i Grip Strap (੬ pg. 19)
j SD Card Cover [OPEN] (੬ pg. 19)
k Stud Hole (੬ pg. 19)
l Tripod Mounting Socket (੬ pg. 19)
n Zoom Lever [T /W ] (੬ pg. 23)
Speaker Volume Control (੬ pg. 24)
o Recording Start/Stop Button (੬ pg. 22, 28)
p Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ pg. 14)
Connectors
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
Q S-Video Output Connector [S] (੬ pg. 26)
R Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
S USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (Refer
to the software installation and USB
connection guide.)
T DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 14)
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12
During Video Recording only
Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording
[0h56m]
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 50)
f Counter (੬ pg. 49)
g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)
(੬ pg. 22)
79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)
(੬ pg. 22)
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a Selected Operation Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
: Auto Mode
: Manual Mode
b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 50)
d Zoom Indicator (੬ pg. 23, 50)
e Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 31, 32)
f White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 34)
g Brightness Control Indicator (੬ pg. 18, 49)
h Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 55)
(੬ pg. 50)
i Date/Time (੬ pg. 49)
j Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 21, 49)
k Drop Detection Indicator (੬ pg. 21)
l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(੬ pg. 33)
FINE
PHOTO
m Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)
n Program AE Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)
o Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 35)
: Nightscope Indicator
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
p
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 32)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(੬ pg. 31)
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(੬ pg. 31)
b ISO sensitivity (GAIN) (੬ pg. 51)
(When set to [AUTO], there is no indication.)
c Focus Icon (੬ pg. 28)
d Image Size: 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280
x 960), 1024 (1024 x 768), 640 (640 x 480)
(੬ pg. 51)
e Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD (standard)
(੬ pg. 51)
f Flash Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 31)
g Remaining Number of Shots (੬ pg. 63)
h
: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(੬ pg. 28)
i Shooting Icon (੬ pg. 28)
j Self-Timer Recording Indicator (੬ pg. 51)
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13
During Video Playback
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d Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 55)
e Date/Time (੬ pg. 49)
f Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 21, 49)
g Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 37)
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
b Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when
play list is played back. ੬ pg. 43)
c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]
(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 50)
d Playback Mode (੬ pg. 24)
U : Playback
9 : Pause
5
: Forward High-Speed Search
: Reverse High-Speed Search
3
9U : Forward Slow-Motion
Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion
(The number on the left shows speed.)
e Counter (੬ pg. 49)
f Volume Level Indicator
g Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 55)
h Date (੬ pg. 49)
i Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 21, 49)
j Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 37)
k Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (੬ pg. 37, 50)
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