JVC Hm 100 U Manual

							GY-HD100/GY-HD101
 HD CAMERA RECORDER
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS,
INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
PREPARATIONS
PREPARATIONS
FOR OPERATION
SETTING AND 
ADJUSTMENTS 
BEFORE SHOOTING
SHOOTING 
OPERATION
PLAYBACK MODE
USING EXTERNAL
COMPONENTS
MENU SCREENS
FEATURES OF THE 
CAMERA SECTION
OTHERS
HD CAMERA RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
GY-HD100
GY-HD101
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this
unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best
possible performance.
For Customer Use :
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. 
Serial No.
* The illustration shows the GY-HD100/GY-
HD101 HD CAMERA RECORDER with the
lens, viewfinder, Microphone and battery pack
attached.
LWT0278-001B-H Printed in Thailand
LWT0278-001B-H
© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read all of these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resisters, stoves, or other apparatus (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grouding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the povided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug id damaged, liquid has been spilled objects have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Important Safety Instructions
FOR USA AND CANADA
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appli-
ance.
INFORMATION FOR USA
INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmfull interfrence to radio communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
CAUTION:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC
COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CON-
DITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE
THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-
003.
Cet appareil numerique de la Class B est conforme a la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 7V DC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT
use any other power source.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user ser-
viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
AVERTISSEMENT :
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE
OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du cou-
rant direct en 7V.
ATTENTION :
Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocu-
tion, ne pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation
électrique.
REMARQUE:
La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie) est située sur
le cadre inférieur de l’unité.
Due to design modfications, data given in this instruction book are
subject to possible change without prior notice.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
close to the apparatus.
Worded - “CAUTION - Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.”
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Important Safety Instructions
FOR EUROPE
This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection
requirements of the corresponding European Directives.
This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and
can be used in the following environments:
zresidential area (in houses)
zcommercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres
zurban outdoors
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electro-
magnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not exceeding
the following length:
Camera
AC ADAPTER
The inrush current of the apparatus is 7 amperes.
Caution: Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magne-
tism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor,
etc., the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case,
please keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.Por t Cable Length
DC INPUT Exclusive Cable 2 m
INPUT1/2 Shielded Cable 3 m
LINE OUTPUT Shielded Cable 1.5 m
PHONES 1/2 Shielded Cable 2 m
VIDEO/Y,P
B,PRShielded Cable 3 m
IEEE1394
(HDV/DV)Exclusive Cable 4.5 m
Por t Cable Length
DC OUT Exclusive Cable 2 m
AC IN Exclusive Cable 2 m
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 7V DC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT
use any other power source.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user ser-
viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
Due to design modifications, data given in this instruction book are
subject to possible change without prior notice.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
close to the apparatus.
Worded - “CAUTION - Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.”
Caution for AC Mains Lead
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the
other type of mains cable is not suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR U.K. ONLY
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet, it should
be cut off and appropriate one fitted.
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-HD100U/CHU, GY-
HD100E/CHE and GY-HD101E/CHE HD CAMERA
RECORDER.
These instructions are for the GY-HD100U/CHU, GY-
HD100E/CHE and GY-HD101E/CHE. The text mainly deals
with the GY-HD100U/CHU and GY-HD101E/CHE.
Explanations concerning unique GY-HD100U/CHU and GY-
HD101E/CHE functions are set off by the (GY-HD100U/GY-
HD101E only) notice.
Information applicable only to the GY-HD100U/CHU is
marked by “(U model only)”.
Information applicable only to the GY-HD100E/CHE and the
GY-HD101E/CHE is marked by “(E model only)”.
(HDV/DV signal input is possible with the GY-HD100U/GY-
HD101E.)
* All product names in this manual are trademarks or regis-
tered trademarks of their respective companies.
Marks such as ™, ® and © are not used in this manual.ACCESSORIES
This unit is a HDV/DV video system format camera recorder.
Videocassettes marked with the A symbol can be used.
The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded
on other units (including another GY-HD100) are recorded
or played back on this camcorder.
• The transient section between scenes recorded on other
units and those recorded on this unit may appear dis-
turbed.
• Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking
errors.
• This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.
Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible. (In
DV format)
• Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we recom-
mend not to record pictures within the first 2 to 3 minutes
from the beginning of the tape.
• Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a
test recording and confirm that both video and audio are
recorded correctly.
• Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.
Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.
• JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the
impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or
audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the video-
cassette.
 / 
(Excluding the CHU/CHE 
model)
Lens Microphone
Battery pack AC Adapter
DC Cable Power Cord
For GY-HD100U
Power Cord
For GY-HD100E/GY-HD101E
Core Filters
For DC Cable (Gray)/View-
finder Cable (Black)Clamp Filters
For Audio/IEEE1394 Cable
Audio Cable SD memory card
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MAIN FEATURES
• This camcorder records in HDV format or DV format.
DV format can record and play back SD (Standard Defini-
tion) video on Mini DV videocassettes.
HDV format can record and play back HD (High Definition)
or SD (Standard Definition) video on Mini DV videocas-
settes.
There are two types of recording formats within HDV for-
mat.
HDV 720p (720 effective scan lines, progressive scan)
HDV 1080i (1080 effective scan lines, interlaced scan)
This camcorder supports HDV 720p format. (HDV 720p,
480p, 576p) 
HDV and   are trademarks of Sony Corporation
and Victor Company of Japan, Limited.
• 24p mode shooting function
In HDV format, it records in 24p mode. 
It uses a 2:3:2:3 pulldown when recording to tape and con-
verts the images to 60 frames. Component output is con-
verted to 60 frames during playback as well.
24p DV format video uses a 2:3:2:3 pulldown (24p Mode).
A 2:3:3:2 pulldown (24p Advanced Mode) is also sup-
ported. 
It can shoot with the same number of frames as movie film. 
• Tapes recorded in the DVCAM format can only be played
back (simple playback). 
Recording in the DVCAM format is not possible.
DVCAM is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
• Supports 60 Hz/50 Hz HD or HDTV signals
Supports both 60 Hz/50 Hz HD or HDTV signals.
You can select this in a menu screen. 
• Cross-convert video output
During playback, you can output converted video from the
video output connectors. You can select this in a menu
screen. 
• Focus assist function
Enables easy and accurate focusing during shooting.
• Motion smoothing function
During progressive shooting (HDV 30p, 25p, 24p), you can
record smoother video than with normal progressive video. 
• User buttons added
Enables you to switch camera settings instantly to suit the
shooting conditions.
• Time code reader/generator
The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to
record the time code and user’s bits.
• Built-in large 3.5 color LCD display
In addition to displaying the camera image and the play-
back image, the LCD monitor shows the status screens,
menu screens for settings, and alarm indications.• Built-in monitor speaker for audio checking
The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode.
The playback sound can be monitored in the playback
mode. The speaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an
abnormal condition occurs in the unit.
• Recording check function for convenient recording review
function
• Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-
quality picture
1/3 3-CCD with 1,110,000 effective pixels employed. Digi-
tal signal processing for reproduction of HDV/DV high-
quality picture.
• Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit
Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris
position even in back light conditions or when a bright sub-
ject moves in a frame.
• Safety Zone indication in viewfinder
• Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder
• Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function
Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter opera-
tions, the FAS function automatically provides a wide range
of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies as
you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright
and dark locations.
• ND filters for 1/4ND, 1/16ND provided
• IEEE1394 connector
IEEE1394 connector (6-pin) provided. Enables transfer of
digital data to other equipment provided with IEEE1394
connector, such as a non-linear editing system. (Power
cannot be supplied.)
• 1/3 bayonet type lens
• Camera output, VTR playback output (composite/compo-
nent) possible
• Built-in color bars (ARIB (multi-format color bars), SMPTE/
EBU type)
• Shutter speeds and menus can be selected using a dial,
making it very easy to use. 
• Variable scan shutter
There is no flicker when shooting computer screens and
other non-NTSC/PAL format screens. 
• Slow shutter
Makes it possible to brightly shoot video of dark subjects
with little motion by accumulating the images.
• Backup recording function
Continuous extended recording is possible by connecting
to HDV/DV devices.
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CONTENTS
ACCESSORIES   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
MAIN FEATURES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
INTRODUCTION
Precautions for Proper Use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
Routine and Periodical Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7
Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape  . . . . . . . . . . . .  7
Battery Pack to be Used  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Videocassette to be Used  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Condensation   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9
Characteristic CCD Phenomena  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9
CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNEC-
TORS
ZOOM Lens  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Front Section  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Rear Section   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
LCD Door   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13
Right Side Section  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Left Side Section  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
Top Section  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder . . . .  19
PREPARATIONS
Basic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Attaching the Zoom Lens   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
Attaching the Microphone (Provided)   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
How to Attach the Viewfinder   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
Inserting an SD Memory Card  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
• Inserting an SD Memory Card
• Taking out the SD memory card
• About SD Memory Cards
About the Viewfinder Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
AC Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
• Charging the Built-in Battery
Battery Operation   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
• Charging the Battery Pack
• Attaching the Battery Pack on the GY-HD100
• Detaching the Battery Pack from the GY-HD100
• Remaining Battery Power Display
• Battery Recharge Times
• Operating Time with Battery Pack
• Precautions for the Battery Pack
•Recharging
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Turning the Power ON   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
• Turning the Power ON
• Turning the Power OFF
Loading/Unloading the Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Setting and Displaying the Date and Time  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
• Setting the Date and Time Style
• Setting the Date and Time
• Displaying the Time and Date on the Screen
Displaying Time Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time Codes Re-
corded on Tape   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Presetting and Recording of Time Code  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
• Presetting time cord data
• Presetting user’s bit data
Screen Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Viewfinder Adjustment   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Back Focus Adjustment   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
White Balance Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
• White Balance Adjustment
• Full Auto White Balance (FAW)
SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE 
SHOOTING
Setting the Video Format   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Camera Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Screen Size (4:3/16:9) Mode Selection   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Audio Input Signal Selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
• Selecting the CH-2 channel input connector
• Selecting the audio signal input
• Adjusting Audio during Recording
• Monitoring Audio during Recording
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CONTENTS
SHOOTING OPERATION
Basic Recording Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
• If the Record-Standby Mode Continues
• Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby 
Mode (Recording Check Function)
HEADER REC Function   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
PLAYBACK MODE
Playback Procedure   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
Fast-Forward, Rewind  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
Search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
Outputting Audio   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53
USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
Connecting the Video Signal Cables  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
• Connecting the IEEE1394 Cable
• Composite and Component Connections
Dubbing with AV Devices   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55
HDV/DV Dubbing   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56
Backup Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
MENU SCREENS
Menu Screen Configuration  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
Setting Menu Screens  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  60
TOP MENU Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61
VIDEO FORMAT Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62
CAMERA OPERATION Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64
CAMERA PROCESS [1/2] Menu Screen   . . . . . . . . . . . . .  65
CAMERA PROCESS [2/2] Menu Screen   . . . . . . . . . . . . .  66
ADVANCED PROCESS Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67
COLOR MATRIX ADJUST Menu Screen   . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
SKIN COLOR ADJUST Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
SWITCH MODE Menu Screen   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  69
AUDIO/MIC Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  70
LCD/VF [1/3] Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
LCD/VF [2/3] Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  72
LCD/VF [3/3] Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  73
TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  74
HEADER REC Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  75
TIME/DATE Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  76
OTHERS [1/2] Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  77
OTHERS [2/2] Menu Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  78
FILE MANAGE Menu Screen   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  79
• Loading a menu settings file
• Saving settings
• Resetting the menu settings to the factory settings
• Initializing (formatting) an SD memory card
FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION
How to Use Skin Detail  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Outputting color bars   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
OTHERS
Warnings and Responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Troubleshooting   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
How to Display the Hour Meter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment   . . . . . 89
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
• EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Precautions for Proper Use
• Supply voltage
Make sure that the power is between 6.5 V and 7.9 V DC. If
the power voltage is too low, abnormal color and increased
noise may occur. Do not exceed 7.9 V DC in any case, or
the unit could be damaged.
• Allowable ambient temperature and humidity
Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature
range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to
80%. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside
the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction
but the impact on the CCD elements could be serious as
small white spots may be generated.
• Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism
Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colors
may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or tele-
vision transmitting antenna, in places where strong mag-
netic fields are generated by transformers, motors, etc., or
near devices emitting radio waves, such as transceivers or
cellular phones.
• Use of wireless microphone near the camera
When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner
is used near the camera during recording, the tuner could
pick up noise.
• Avoid using or placing the unit in places;
• subject to extreme heat or cold;
• with excessive dirt or dust;
• with high humidity or moisture;
• subject to smoke or vapour such as near a cooking
stove;
• subject to strong vibrations or on an unstable surface;
• also do not leave the unit for long hours in a parked car
under direct sunlight or near room heating equipment.
• Do not leave the unit where it is subject to radiation or
xrays or where corrosive gasses occur.
• Protect the unit from being splashed with water (especially
when shooting in the rain).
• Protect the unit from being wet when shooting on a beach.
In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body.
Be sure to clean the camera after use.
• Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in
a place subject to sandy dust.
• Optical performance of lens
Due to the optical performance of the lens, color diver-
gence phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration)
may occur at the periphery of the image. 
This is not a camera malfunction.
• Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching
between the playback picture and the EE picture.
• Use the unit in an upright position.
If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate,
adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on cir-
cumstances the tape may also be damaged.
• Vibrations
Colors may fail to appear and/or the image and sound may
be disturbed during VTR playback in locations subjected to
strong vibrations.
• Precautions for transportation
Do not drop or hit the unit against a hard object.
• Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.
• Do not insert an object other than a videocassette in the
cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the cassette cover
when the unit is not to be used for a long period.• Do not set the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power
cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape
may be damaged.
• The sensitivity level of the provided microphone is set
lower than the reference input (–60 dBs) setting.
• When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER
switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.
• Cleaning the body: Wipe body with a dry, soft cloth. To pre-
vent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation
hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzine and
thinner to touch the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth
soaked in such a liquid. When it is extremely dirty, soak the
cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with
it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent.
• The camera may not show stable pictures in the period
immediately after the power is turned on, but this is not a
malfunction.
• A sound occurs when the built-in head cleaner that runs
when you load or eject a videocassette operates, but this is
not a malfunction. 
• The LCD monitor and the viewfinder screen
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder screen are manufac-
tured using high-precision technology. Black spots may
appear on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder screen, or
red, blue, green and/or white spots may not turn off. How-
ever, this is not a malfunction and these spots are not
recorded on the tape.
• If you use the camcorder continuously for a long period of
time, the characters displayed in the viewfinder may tem-
porarily remain on the screen. This is not recorded on the
tape. In addition, they are no longer displayed if you turn
the power off and then on again.
• If you use the camcorder in a cold location, the images
may appear to lag on the screen, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. This is not recorded on the tape.
• Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the cassette
insertion slot as this may result in personal injury or dam-
age to the mechanism.
• Use the provided AC adapter for the power supply. 
• Use the specified power cord (accessory). 
Using a power cord other than the one specified or using a
damaged cord will result in a fire or electric shock. 
• Do not use the provided power cord with a device other
than this one. 
• To prevent damage to the connectors, use the camcorder
with the connector covers on when you are not using the
video signal output connectors.
CAUTION
• Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the sun or
other strong light source.
• Eye damage could result.
• If the lens or viewfinder is left pointed at the sun, rays
may collect inside the unit and cause damage or a fire.
• When carrying the camera, be sure to hold the carrying
handle. Holding the lens or viewfinder may result in dam-
age.
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