14 EN GETTING STARTED
NOTES:
●Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:
•Zoom or
•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.
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
Data Battery System
You can check the remaining battery power and the recordable time.
1)Make sure the battery is attached and the Power Switch is set to “OFF”.
2)Open the LCD monitor fully.
3)Press DATA, and the battery status screen appears.
● It can be displayed on the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is closed.
● It is displayed for 3 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for 15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold for several seconds.
● If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press DATA several times, there may be a problem on the battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Using AC Power
Perform steps 4 – 5 in “Charging The Battery Pack”.
NOTE:
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
About Batteries
DANGER! 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 resume the original function of the accurate battery power indication
If the battery power indication differs from the actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and then run it down. However this function may not turn back if the battery was used for a long period of time under extremely high/low temperature condition or charged too many times.
Operation Mode
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
MENU/DATA | Power Switch |
| Lock Button |
M A 
POWER/
CHARGE
POWER/
CHARGE lamp
VIDEO/MEMORY
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.
Power Switch Position
A (Full Auto Recording):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
The “A” indicator appears on the display.
M (Manual Recording):
Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. ( pg. 31)
If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
●Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
●Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card to a PC.
●Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. ( pg. 31)