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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
YAll major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.
YNotes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
YBasic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
..... refer to the Index ( pgs. 81 88) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of
this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTIONS:
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.personnel.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points inCharger for a long period of time, it is recommended
your home or the cable is too short to reach a powerthat you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identicalNOTES:
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace theIThe rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution
fuse cover.are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure toIThe rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, toAdapter/Charger is on its bottom.
avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection
to the mains supply.
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback
then follow the instructions given below:
with a television of a different standard. However, live
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are
coded E or Green.possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordanceV428U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided
with the following code:multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate
Blue to N (Neutral) or Blackconversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate
Brown to L (Live) or Reddifferent designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured
shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides
black.to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides,
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.on top and at the rear).
If in doubt N consult a competent electrician.
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.)
WARNING:No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCKbe placed on the apparatus.
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISWhen discarding batteries, environmental problems must
be considered and the local rules or laws governing the
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Caution: (applies to Jack Box)
To reduce the risk of fire, do not removeDo not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with
cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or
Refer servicing to qualified service person.
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.) |
ACEC
JVC
