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1. pg 19 Provided ACCOSSOMS aerea pg 7 Quick NOU ass pg 17 R Recording Mod diana pg 12 Record Standby AA pg 14 FR Fe EPA E E ness coeees pg 17 Rewind The Tape sssssseeneeseccceceeeeeeeees pg 28 So SESS CON CIN aora cuca pg 15 Sepia Mode A pg 19 Shoulder Strap Attachment seseeeeeees pg 13 SIMU SL pg 28 SPECIICAIONG serrana pg 43 o eRe een en er re Re mre rt pg 19 SUP DCI orales pg 28 Upon ios pg 21 T Tape COUNTER psina in R pg 29 ape DDD ose pg 30 31 Tape Length Setting essere pg 12 TS Mac aia pg 21 Time Base COMECION ve crsissevcdseoncnesieecounasecnenss pg 29 Time Lapse SMOOUME carnada pg 25 A e E pg 29 TTPod MOUnUNE serranas pg 13 Al MOdE iaraa pg 19 U Unload A WADE aro pg 10 Vo Viewtinder AdjUStMENt siena pg 13 We White Balance Adjustment cceeeee pg 27 Wide Mode isaac pg 21 Wiped OU essensa Ean pg 18 L LOOMINE EAE E E A pg 16 SPECIFICATIONS General Format VHS NTSC standard Power source DC 6 0 V 737Z Power consumption LCD monitor off viewfinder on 4 2 W LCD monitor on viewfinder off 4 6 W LCD monitor on viewfinder on SRI VV Signal system NTSC type Video recording system Luminance FM recording Color Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette VHSIH cassette Tape speed SP 33 35 mm sec 1 5 16 ips EP 11 12 mm sec 7 16 ips Recording time max SP
2. 40 minutes EP 120 minutes with TC 40 Operating temperature O C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating humidity 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Approx 880 g 2 0 lbs 198 W x 119 H x 99 D mm 7 13 16 x 4 11 16 x 3 15 16 with the LCD monitor closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward 1 4 format CCD F1 6 f 3 9 to 62 4 mm 16 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 40 5 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Pickup Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment Auto Manual adjustment LCD monitor 2 5 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system Speaker Monaural EN 45 comedo JLIP 3 5 mm 4 pole mini head jack compatible with RC 5325 plug Video 1 Vp p 75 Q unbalanced analog output via Video output connector Audio 8 dBs 1 kQ analog output via Audio output connector AC Power Adapter Charger AA V16U Power requirement U S A and Canada AC 120 Va 60 Hz Other countries AC110Vto 240 Va 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DC85V 1 3A VTR DC 6 3 V see 10A Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled Dimensions 125 W x 42 H x 68 D mm 4 15 16 x 1 11 16 x 2 11 16 Weight Approx 270 g 0 6 Ibs Cassette Adapter C P7U Dimensions 188 W x 2
3. JVC ENGLISH CONTENTS COMPACT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 VHS CAMCORDER QUICK OPERATION GUIDE 7 7 MAJOR FEATURES PROVIDED ACCESSORIES n GETTING STARTED RECORDING Basic Recording 14 Basic Features 16 Advanced Features 18 Compact VHS diana te Basic Playback 28 VHS C Features ccceccececeececees 29 Connections 30 Using The Cassette Adapter 32 USER MAINTENANCE 33 TROUBLESHOOTING 34 35 INDEX 36 39 Controls Connectors And Indicators 36 Indications 38 CAUTIONS 40 41 TERMS 42 SPECIFICATIONS 43 ESPA OL 44 45 FOR SERVICING Only in U S A 46 WARRANTY Only in U S A 47 INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which is located on the bottom of cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No LYTO478 001B Zen O Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder 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 e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure
4. ombres ore so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever Refasten the Velcro strip Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO is Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set to CAMERA AUTO or PRO Shoulder Strap Attachment Following the illustration thread the strap through the eyelet Q then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3 making sure the strap is not twisted Adjust as shown in the illustration Tripod Mounting Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod l4a LENS COVER Open Close Ring Power Switch Recording Start Stop Button Tape remaining time indicator Approximate MIN gt 120MIN gt 119MIN Now calculating Blinking Blinking Blinking Select Wheel BRIGHT DISPLAY Button BRIGHT Il A To Adjust The Brightness Of The
5. Brighten The MAZE issons pg 24 Brighten The LCD Monitor essees pg 14 C gt Car Ba Iy eeren e ae eE pg 9 Cassette Adapter ocococccnnncnnnnnnanananananonnnnoss pg 32 Chare Manr asia pg 8 Charging The Battery Pack sonic pg 8 Clean The Camcorder sessi pg 33 Clock LABS sinesine pg 10 Connection TO A VCR TV score pg 30 ONES iE A cover page COUNLEE MICINONY sesiones pg 29 De Darken The Mage asociados pg 24 Darken The LCD Monitor eee pg 14 Date Time Display serna pg 23 Date Time Settings sra pg 11 Demonstration Mode oracion DE 74 22 Digtal ZOON aires rca pg 21 Diopter A CIUSUMENL sisas pg 13 E Electronic Fog Filter Mode ooooococcccccccocccnnccnnn pg 19 Erase PKOLECUION aieiaiei pg 10 Exposure COMO esten pg 24 F Faden OUt eones pg 18 Fist Forward TapE raare a In pg 28 B Sec RECON IMG searre pg 17 G Gip ACUDEN esena vostasevurastpananiiactene pg 13 m High Speed Shutter Mode c cessseeseecees pg 19 D DAS AINE TIOS sisne eia pg 23 fijarse pg 15 VIP HA TN aaraa pg 22 Jo rnalistie SOONG eses iaaiosotrtci s pg 15 Lo LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications pg 38 39 GAAS e E EE pg 10 M Mandal FOCUS sanos pg 26 Ment SOGE isserrat pg 20 22 N ND Efect ModE sscriiessesiiniessensiirneess pg 19 Nega Posi MOOG lt ixcd acarcncssutvavsicdeeasesviardinargade pg 19 Po Pica Stabil ZET esencia pg 16 Power SWITCH Position esmas pg 14 Program AE With Special Effects
6. VOL CF pg G e Picture Stabilizer Button IP STABILIZER scatasescncBacternzonnannceetacees CF pg e Time Base Corrector Button sesse C pg 6 Program AE Button P AE CF pg Q Fade Wipe Button EFFECT IF pg e Retake Rewind Button RETAKE R 15 pg e Quick Review Button R e Rewind Button REW 9 e Retake Forward Button RETAKE F 17 pg 13 14 LZ 16 28 16 29 19 18 17 28 17 e Fast Forward Button FF CF pg 28 Stop Button STOP cccccceeseeeseeees CF pg 28 19 Play Pause Button PLAY PAUSE csscssessseseeseessessessessseaes gt pg 28 12 e Select Wheel PUSH c oooococinccccnonooo CF pg 20 e Bright Dial BRIGHT CF pg 14 28 3 MENU DISPLAY Button co o CF pg 15 20 e Recording Mode Button SP EP CF pg 12 e Counter Reset Memory Button COUNTER RM sas CF pg 29 O JECT A CF pg 10 Recording Start Stop Button CF pg 14 AD Power Switch GMM OFF AUTO PRO CF pg 14 28 Battery Release Switch BATTERY RELEASE ccscccscctenenaenatserenertane CF pg 9 PUSH BUON orienten r pg 10 eNO DC IN Connector ococonconocconcnnonacncnnnnnonanos CF pg 9 The connectors to are located beneath the cover Connectors Video Output Connector cceeeeees CF pg 30 Audio Output Connector c omocccconcn
7. s recording safety hole with adhesive tape INTENANCE END LENS COVER Open Close Ring After Use 7 Turn off the camcorder Open the LCD monitor fully Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette 3 Press PUSH to close and lock the cassette holder 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor 5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack Turn the LENS COVER Open Close Ring to close the lens cover Cleaning The Camcorder To clean the exterior wipe gently with a soft cloth Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt Then wipe again with a dry cloth Remove PUSH Button EJECT Switch Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with a soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor To clean the lens blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper To detach the eyepiece turn it counterclockwise and pull it out Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower brush 6 Re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise NOTES e Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol e Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected e Mold may form if the lens is left dirty e When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product e When removing the eyepiece be sure to hold the viewfinder securely S44
8. AP V7U refer to the respective instruction booklet 105 GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Battery Charger etc Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the camcorder Insert the battery in the holder and be sure to have the mark visible Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a click NOTES e See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CF pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries e To avoid losing the battery and or battery holder place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the illustration when inserting removing the battery Loading Unloading A Cassette Cassette holder 1 Open the LCD monitor fully Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens Do not use force to open Insert or remove a cassette When inserting make sure the label is facing outward Press PUSH to close the cassette holder until it locks into place Close the LED monitor PUSH Button EJECT Switch NOTES e Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor e The cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached O Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette If there is any slack turn th
9. Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas e When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period the CHARGE indicator may not light In this case remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter Charger then try charging again e If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced Please purchase a new one e Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder en 9 USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook its end to the camcorder A and push the battery pack in until it locks in place B e If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position a malfunction may occur To Detach The Battery Pack Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack Approximate recording time LCD LCD LCD Battery pack monitor off monitor on monitor on Viewfinder on Viewfinder off Viewfinder on BN V11U 1 hr 30 min 1 hr 20 min 1 hr 10 min BATTERY RELEASE Switch BN V12U 1 hr 30 min 1 hr 20 min 1 hr 10 min optional BN V20U 2 hrs 20 min 2 hrs 10 min 1 hr 55 min ATTENTION optional Before detaching the power source BN V856U 9 hrs 30 min 8 hrs 40 min 7 hrs 40 min optional NOTES e Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions e Zoom or Record Standby mode is
10. LCD Monitor rotate the Select Wheel BRIGHT until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached i RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing e Power pg 8 e Recording Mode Setting 1 pg 12 e Load A Cassette I pg 10 e Grip Adjustment F pg 13 e Viewfinder Adjustment I gt pg 13 Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked Turn the LENS COVER Open Close Ring to open the lens cover Set the Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed in the viewfinder Press the Recording Start Stop Button BEC appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Turn the LENS COVER Open Close Ring to open the lens cover Set the Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed in the LCD monitor Y Tilt the LED monitor upward downward for best viewability and press the Recording Start Stop Button RES appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress NOTE When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD mon
11. Lever the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital processing e When using Digital Zoom the quality of image may be PABIIZER Burton suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM to OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 21 Picture stabilizer indicator FEATURE Picture Stabilizer PURPOSE To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification OPERATION Press P STABILIZER QQ appears m To switch off the Picture Stabilizer press P STABILIZER The indicator disappears NOTES e Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes e When shooting dark or dim subjects e When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting e When shooting scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds e Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod e The QQ indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used 5 SEC REC Button FEATURE Quick Review PURPOSE To check the end of the last recording OPERATION 1 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO 2 Press lt 4 and release quickly during the Record Standby mode m Tape is rewound for approx 2 seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record
12. are turned off 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration 1 pg 30 If using a VCR go to step 3 If not go to step 4 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input referring to your VCR s instruction manual 4 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode NOTES e It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack lt gt pg 9 e To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO then set your TV to the appropriate input mode e Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on e f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture Tape Dubbing Following the illustration on pg 30 connect the camcorder and the VCR Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is reached press gt I on the camcorder Press IIl on the camcorde
13. conectado Antes de desmontar la fuente de alimentaci n aseg rese que la alimentaci n de la c mara BN V11U 1h 30 min 1 h 20 min 1h 10 min BN V12U 1 h 30 min 1 h 20 min 1h10 min opcional de video est desconectada El no hacerlo puede producir un error de funcionamiento en la c mara de video BN V20U 2 h 20 min 2h 10 min 1h55 min opcional e BN V856U 9h 30 min 8 h 40 min 7 h 40 min Indicador de carga opcional Se incorpora un indicador de carga sobre la bater a INFORMACION para ayudarle a recordar si El VU V856KIT es un juego compuesto de la bater a ha sido cargada o no Los BN V856U y del cargador adaptador de CA AA V80U Lea los dos colores indicadores manuales de instrucci n del VU V856KITU antes de utilizarlo rojo y negro le permiten Es imposible cargar la bater a BN V856U utilizando el seleccionar la carga y la cargador adaptador de CA suministrado Use el cargador descarga adaptador de CA AA V80U opcional BATTERY RELEASE Utilizaci n de la bater a Enganche el lado extremo de la bater a en la c mara de video A y empuje la bater a hasta que se bloquee en el lugar Procedimiento para carga CF p 8 Para extraer la bater a Deslice BATTERY RELEASE y extraiga la bater a REPRODUCCI N PY Bot n de rebobinado lt lt ii lt lt I gt gt Ca gt in reproducci n pausa gt 1D iE Col quelo Bot n de parada W en PLAY E Ajuste el conmutado
14. cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product 5 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered e Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface e Do not place the product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 6 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode 2 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
15. details pgs 14 15 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 60 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 60 degrees en Program AE with Special Effects 7 pg 19 m Electronic Fog Filter m ND Effect E Sepia m Twilight m Sports m Nega Posi m 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter TBC Time Base Corrector lt pg 29 Digital Hyper Zoom PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e AC Power a e Cassette Adapter Adapter VHS Playpak Charger Sr AA V16U e Battery Pack e Lithium Battery CR2025 BN V11U for clock operation e DC Cord NOTES about Automatic Demonstration Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset m Available when the Power Switch is set to AUTO or PRO m Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume E To cancel Automatic Demonstration set the Power Switch to PRO and press MENU while the demo is in progress This takes you directly to the demo mode s Setting Menu so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen Rotate the Select Wheel to select OFF and press it The Menu Screen appears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press it to close the Menu Screen Setting Menu DEM
16. en TROUBLESHOOTING If after following the steps in the chart below the problem still exists please consult your JVC dealer The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Battery Charger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POWER No power is supplied The power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Recording does not start Animation or Time Lapse is not available PLAYBACK The tape is running but there is no playback picture Playback picture is blurred or interrupted The counter indication is blurred during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward or rewind Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot be performed e The battery pack has not been attached correctly F pg 8 e The battery pack is not charged pg 8 e The power supply has not been correctly connected F pg 9 e The battery pack has completely discharged e Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few minutes try turning the power back on If it still does not come on consult your nearest JVC dealer e Make sure the Erase Protection tab is
17. move the highlight bar to REC TIME and press it The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired recording time then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen on the subject The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time e Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures To release the Animation mode set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF Time Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time Set REC TIME CF step 1 and 2 of Animation above INT TIME and press it The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the Select Wheel to move the The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen intervals alternate automatically To release the Time Lapse mode when BEC is not displayed press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to highlight bar to the desired interval time then press it P
18. pg 8 To remove the battery pack Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK EI pa E El Play Pause 11 Button Stop Button PLAY EM Set the Power Switch to PLAY EJ Press lt lt The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape El Press gt H Playback starts and the playback picture appears e To stop playback press W For more details 15 pg 28 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 60 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 60 degrees Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak CF pg 32 QUICK OPERATION GUIDE INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE PUSH Button EJECT Switch E Open the LCD monitor fully EJ Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder El Insert a video cassette IN Press PUSH to close the cassette holder For more details 15 pg 10 LENS COVER Open Close Ring Set to AUTO or PRO Rw Recording Start Stop Button E Turn the LENS COVER Open Close Ring to open the lens cover FA Set the Power Switch to AUTO or PRO The power lamp will light and an image will appear El Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts e To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the Recording Start Stop Button once again For more
19. stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn 3 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 4 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 5 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards 6 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 7 Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat PORTABLE CART WARNING Symbol provided by RETAC ENO SERVICING 1 Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 2 Damage R
20. 5 H x 104 D mm 7 7 16 x 1 x 4 1 8 Weight Approx 240 g 0 53 lbs Accessory AA R6 size battery x 1 Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V20U BN V856U e Car Battery Charger BH V3U e Battery Charger BH VC10U e Audio Video Cable e Car Battery Cord AP V7U e Compact VHS VHSI H Cassettes TC 40 30 20 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice 44 en F o er Bateria BN V11U pai o BN V20U Alimentacion arcas Altes ais Esta camara de video posee un sistema de alimentaci n de 3 corriente de CA v as que le permite seleccionar la fuente de alimentaci n m s apropiada No utilice las unidades de alimentaci n A suministradas con otro equipo CARGA DE LA BATERIA Aseg rese de desconectar el cable CC de la c mara de video del adaptador cargador de CA Conecte el cable de alimentaci n de CA del cargador a una toma de Adaptador corriente Cargador de CA AA V16U Y Alinee las marcas y deslice la bater a en la direcci n de la flecha hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar Conector DC OUT El indicador CHARGE comienza a destellar para indicar que se ha iniciado la carga ewe ____ 3 Cuando el indicador CHARGE deja de d
21. Animation and Time Lapse 15 pg 25 INT TIME Refer to Time Lapse I pg 25 TITLE LANG Allows you to select the language ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH or PORTUGUESE of Instant Titles C pg 23 DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time 17 pg 11 JLIP ID NO This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal JLIP The numbers range from 01 to 99 Factory setting is 06 DEMO MODE Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade Wipe etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed the demonstration starts Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume NOTE When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available Automatic demonstration will not take place __ Factory preset AA ENZO Date Time Insert Allows you to display the date and time in the camcorder or on a connected color monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure F pg 11 Select Wheel Power Switch AUTO DATE DEC 25 99 DATE AM 10 25 00 TIME DEC 25 99 AM 10 25 00 DATE amp TIME No indication O
22. FF Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them over the video image Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also in French Spanish and Portuguese Change the setting in TITLE LANG in the Menu Screen F pg 20 22 TITLE HAPPY BIRTHDAY OUR VACATION MERRY CHRISTMAS A SPECIAL DAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS Y CONGRATULATIONS EXIT 7 Set the Power Switch to PRO Y Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME DISP while in Record Standby then press it to display the Date Time DISP Menu Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired mode then press it The desired mode is activated The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen NOTES pe DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded e If you do not want to record the display select the OFF mode before shooting AUTO DATE e Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating the Select Wheel e In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded 7 Set the Power Switch to PRO 2
23. O MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off NOTE When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available DEMO MODE VHS G HE Cassettes marked VHS H can be used with this camcorder Sen GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack BN V11U BN V12U or BN V20U To AC outlet CHARGE indicator Make sure you unplug the camcorder s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter Charger Plug the AC Adapter Charger s power cord into an AC outlet Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started AC Power Adapter Charger AA V16U When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery in the opposite direction of the arrow and lift off Remember to unplug the AC Adapter Charger s power cord from the AC outlet DC OUT connector Battery pack Charging time BN V11U approx 1 hr 10 min BN V12U optional approx 1 hr 10 min BN V20U optional approx 1 hr 50 min e a Charge marker ATTENTION Charging a battery with some charge remaining reduces that battery s ca
24. PANISH PORTUGUESE BACK REC TIME OFF INT TIME OFF TITLE LANG FRENCH 06 DEMO MODE OFF gt RETURN Normal Screen RECORDING Advanced Features cont Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings Set the Power Switch to PRO Menu access depends on the function you select If you select the functions from the Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel described on pg 21 press the Select Wheel The Menu Screen appears If you select the functions from the Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button described on pg 21 and 22 press MENU The Menu Screen appears Rotate the Select Wheel to place the highlight bar on the desired function e To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2 rotate the Select Wheel to NEXT and press it To go back to Menu Screen 1 from Menu Screen 2 rotate the Select Wheel to BACK and press it e To return to the previous setting place the highlight bar on RETURN then go to step 6 Press the Select Wheel The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE M W B or DATE TIME See respective pages FOCUS CF pg 26 EXPOSURE CF pg 24 M W B gt pg 27 DATE TIME 17 pg 11 and perform each procedure from step 4 If you
25. PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 1700 Valley Road DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP Wayne N J 07470 REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT For customer use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which is located either on the rear bottom or side of the cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No Purchase date Name of dealer VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHTO 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD 5 O2cINXV YD Printed in Japan 1199MKVXUN gt RYP
26. Pause O Tracking Indicat n escueto CF pg 29 Q e BRIGHT Bright Level Indicator CF pg 28 e VOLUME Speaker Volume as AA CF pg 28 Warning Indications Displays the battery remaining power Remaining power level high It does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully ae pacto a an Remaining power level exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil the battery indicator blinks battery power warning When the battery power is exhausted power turns off automatically Blinks when no cassette is loaded or when the Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording lt gt pg 10 Blinks for approx 10 seconds when the power is turned on This display also blinks when the clock lithium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one lt gt pg 10 TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording playback or fast forward lt gt pg 15 Blinks for approx 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the lens LENS COVER cover closed lt gt pg 14 These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs In this CONDENSATION case all functions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off PLEASE WAIT without removing the power supply wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear and turn it on again TAPE HEAD IS DIRTY These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seco
27. Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to TITLE while in Record Standby then press it to display the TITLE Menu Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired mode then press it The desired mode is activated e To make the title indication disappear select OFF The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen NOTE The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the TITLE Menu 24 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override it and make the adjustment manually Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations e When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright e When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing e When the background is overly dark or the subject light Select Wheel 7 Set the Power Switch to PRO Power Switch Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen Manual Exposure Screen A Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it The EXPOSURE Menu appears Exposure control level counter Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it Th
28. Standby mode for the next shot NOTE Display Distortion may occur at the start of playback This is normal FEATURE Retake PURPOSE To re record certain segments OPERATION 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point for new recording Pressing gt forwards the tape and pressing 44 reverses it 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording NOTE Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake This is normal RETAKE Button 5 Sec Rec mode indicator FEATURE 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording PURPOSE To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programs OPERATION m Make sure the recording mode is set to SP 1 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC 55 appears and 5Sec Rec is reserved 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically m To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that 4 5S disappears NOTE Fade Wipe lt gt pg 18 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC S EN RECORDING Advanced Features Fade Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording e
29. TO or PRO Press SP EP for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while EP Extended Play is more economical providing three times the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used 7 Set the Power Switch to PRO then press MENU 2 Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the correct tape length setting T20 20 minutes of recording time T30 30 minutes T35 35 minutes and T40 40 minutes in SP e To return to the previous setting rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXIT 4 Press the Select Wheel The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen NOTE The tape remaining time lt gt pg 14 displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected AA wld Grip Adjustment Adjustment Power Zoom Lever Separate sapate elea Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Pass your Passyournehi hand through th loop and grasp the hand through the loop and grasp the A
30. ally Set the Power Switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again e f the Recording Start Stop button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately e f you are recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function 1 pg 17 to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any of it e While shooting sound is not heard from the speaker JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING In some situations different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction It can rotate 270 90 downward 180 upward INTERFACE SHOOTING The person you shoot can view himself herself in the LCD monitor and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx 105 degrees the monitor image is inverted vertically and the viewfinder also switches on Point the lens toward the subject yourself when self recording and start recording During Interface Shooting the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror NOTE The monitored image can be view
31. ate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired item and press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking Repeat for other date settings 5 Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking 6 When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Z Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen NOTE To display the date and time in the camcorder s display and on a connected TV see Date Time Insert pg 23 12m Select Wheel Power Switch SP EP Recording Mode Button MENU Button Viewfinder Tape length indicator Recording mode indicator Display TAPE LENGTH Menu Screen RETURN TAPE LENGTH TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu TAPE LENGTH T40 RETURN GETTING STARTED cont Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference 7 Set the Power Switch to AU
32. by JVC does not cover 1 Products which have been subject to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to render such service or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation and installation and removal for repair Operational adjustments covered in the Owner s Manual normal maintenance video and audio head cleaning Damage that occurs in shipment due to act of God and cosmetic damage Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge Video Pick up Tubes CCD Image Sensor Cartridge Stylus Needle are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase Accessories Batteries except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase from the date of purchase There are no other express warranties except as listed above THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER DIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RECORDS OR DISCS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
33. cnnonos r pg 30 J Terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector e It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal Indicators Power Lanp nados CF pg 14 Other Parts FE Battery Pack MOUNT oooooccccccccnnccncnncnccnnnnoo CF pg 9 A A CF pg 13 TID UA P E E CF pg 13 HJ Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here E Microphone For use when recording El Eyepiece ccssssscersssscrsssseceecsscsnees CF pg 33 OT tas el ae CCOO ON eee Eee CF pg 28 2 gt pg 15 EE Shoulder Strap Eyelets CF pg 13 EN Clock Battery Slot ooooooccnccnonooooso CF pg 10 El Tripod Mounting Socket n se gt pg 13 JO Indications During Recording 120MIN 6 g REC EP gt gt gt TWILIGHT 9 9 PAUSE 10 pa N 1 2S 10 BRIGHT 12 DEC 25 99 CONGRATULATIONS AM 11 45 18 5 A INDEX Indications Tape Remaining Time cooccincccininccncncno CF pg 15 Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end 2 Recording Mode Indicator SP EP CF pg 12 3 Program AE Indicator ooonocconcnon o CF pg 19 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when Program AE with spec
34. ct Wheel BRIGHT towards to brighten or towards to darken e The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date Time Display when you play back images recorded in Wide Mode gt pg 21 Speaker Volume Control Slide the Power Zoom Lever VOL towards to turn up the volume or towards to turn down the volume e The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the Date Time Display when you play back images recorded in Wide Mode lt gt pg 21 Still Playback Pauses during playback 1 Press gt I during playback 2 To resume normal playback press I again e Noise bars will appear and the picture will become monochrome during Still Playback Shuttle Search Allows high speed search in either direction 1 Press gt gt for forward or lt 4 for reverse search during playback 2 To resume normal playback press IH e During playback press and hold 4 or gt gt The search continues as long as you hold the button Once you release it normal playback resumes e Noise bars appear and pictures may become mono chrome or darken during Shuttle Search This is normal K Features EN 29 PSTABILIZER Button Tracking Eliminates noise bars that appear on screen during playback Factory preset is Auto Tracking To activate Manual Tracking 1 Press P AE and EFFECT simultaneously MT appears 2 Press P AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until the noise bars disa
35. d for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement EIA Electronic Industries Alliance Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment TITLE Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles C pg 23 DATE TIME Makes the date time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor DISP F pg 23 Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 16X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 300X digital magnification Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 16x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 16X 23 5 8 e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TELE MACRO CI Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance of more than 1 m 3 25 ft to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm el Factory preset CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 2 2 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button cont TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used F pg 12 REC TIME Refer to
36. e Menu Screen disappears and 00 exposure control level counter appears To brighten the image To brighten the image rotate the Select Wheel upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 To darken the image rotate the Select Wheel downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Press the Select Wheel The setting is complete The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN To darken the image Press the Select Wheel The Menu Screen disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted NOTES e To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 4 e To re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from step 2 5 f N NOTES Before performing the following steps make sure that e The Power Switch is set to PRO e The camcorder is in the Record Standby mode e The recording mode is set to SP Select Wheel Recording Start Stop Button MENU Button Display REC TIME REC TIME Menu INT TIME INT TIME Menu Interval time indicator Recording time indicator INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen Animation You can shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time 1 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears NEXT in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display Menu Screen 2 Then
37. e gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that Erase Protection tab Gear allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape e The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode Turn to take up slack Select Wheel Power Switch MENU Button Display gt NEXT Menu Screen 1 D ZOOM ON TELE MACRO OFF y gt BACK Menu Screen 2 REC TIME OFF INT TIME OFF TITLE LANG ENGLISH DATE TIME JLIP ID NO 06 DEMO MODE OFF RETURN DATE TIME DATE TIME Menu 12 hour indication with AM or PM BACK REC TIME OFF INT TIME OFF TITLE LANG ENGLISH DATE TIME JLIP ID NO 06 DEMO MODE OFF RETURN ent 1 Date Time Settings Set the Power Switch to PRO The power lamp comes on Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to NEXT in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display Menu Screen 2 Then rotate it to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME and press it The DATE TIME Menu appears e To return to the previous settings rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it then go to step 7 e To set only the time without changing the date go to step 5 4 To set YEAR MONTH or DAY rot
38. e of original retail purchase for the period as shown below The Warranty Period THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY 50 UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO WHAT WE WILL DO If this product is found to be defective JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in home basis WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale For your nearest JVC authorized service center please call toll free 800 252 5722 If service is not available locally box the product carefully preferably in the original carton and ship insured with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll free number If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product please contact our Customer Relations Department WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty provided
39. ed on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder LCD MONITOR VIEWFINDER INDICA TIONS Press DISPLAY for more than 1 second to make the following indications appear disappear from the camcorder s display cassette warning tape remaining time battery pack remaining power indicator and tape length indicator CF pg 38 39 NOTE Even if the indications are off the tape remaining time appears blinking when the tape is near its end and the battery pack remaining power indicator appears blinking when the power is almost gone 6 EN i RECORDING Basic Features PURPOSE z EY e Ln Y To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous A YE D Ss A change in image magnification atte A RE AUS A Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification eN offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital yy Zoom out W Wide angle Zoom OPERATION Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W m The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever the quicker the zoom action Display Zoom indicator bar Zoom level NOTES indicator e Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In Approximate this case set the zoom while in Record Standby zoom ratio lock the focus by using the manual focus 17 pg 26 then zoom in or out in Record mode e The zoom level indicator MW moves during zoom Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of Power Zoom
40. en misused the battery can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of the battery in a fire 4 Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The battery packs are nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES e lt is normal for the battery pack to be warm after chargi
41. engaged repeatedly e The LCD monitor is used repeatedly e Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction INFORMATION VU V856KIT is a set composed of the BN V856U battery pack and AA V80U AC Power Adapter Charger Read the VU V856KIT s instruction manuals before using It is impossible to charge the BN V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter Charger Use the optional AA V80U AC Power Adapter Charger Adapter Charger AA V16U K lt 5 To car s cigarette lighter Car Battery Cord socket AP V7U optional A BH V3U optional To DC IN USING AC POWER connector To AC outlet Use the AC Power Adapter Charger connect as shown in To DC OUT JA the illustration connector WY D NOTES SY e The provided AC Power Adapter Charger features filter Pe automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V ower to 240 V e For other notes F pg 8 USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration NOTES e When using the car battery leave the engine idling e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3U can also be used to charge the battery pack except BN V20U V856U e When using the optional Car Battery Charger or Car Battery Cord
42. epending on the light source the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings Use this function for a more natural result e Once you adjust white balance manually the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed 2 S EN PLAYBACK Basic Playback Power Zoom Lever VOL Select Wheel Set to PLAY BRIGHT Rewind lt lt Button Fast Forward gt gt Button Play Pause gt 11 Button Stop Button 1 Load a tape I pg 10 Set the Power Switch to PLAY To start playback press I e To stop playback press W e Press lt lt to rewind or gt gt to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTES e The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode To turn on again set the Power Switch to OFF then to PLAY e When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power e The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder with the LCD monitor shut on the LCD monitor or on a connected TV CF pg 30 31 e You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted e f a blank portion on the tape is played back the screen may become black This is not a malfunction LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment Rotate the Sele
43. equiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 3 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition O En BATTERY RELEASE Using the battery pack Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place Charging procedure gt
44. estellar yo permanece encendido la carga ha terminado Deslice la bater a en el sentido opuesto al de la flecha y ret rela Recuerde de desconectar el cable de alimentaci n del melo ERAS dis adaptador cargador de CA de la toma de corriente alterna ATENCION La carga de la bater a sin que est completamente agotada afectar a la capacidad original de sta Efectu el procedimiento abajo para descargar totalmente la bater a antes de recargarla 1 Coloque la bater a en la c mara de video y aseg rese que el cassette est no colocado luego ajuste el conmutador de alimentaci n en AUTO o PRO 2 La alimentaci n de la cam ra de video se desconectar autom ticamente cuando la descarga termina Cuando usted no vaya a usar una bater a por un per odo prolongado aseg rese de descargarla totalmente antes de almacenarla porque dejar la bater a sin que est completamente agotada afectar su rendimiento USO DE LA BATERIA Enganche el extremo a la c mara de video y presione la bater a hasta que se trabe en el lugar e Si la bater a es colocada en la posici n equivocada puede ocurrir un mal funcionamiento Para la extracci n de la bater a deslice BATTERY RELEASE y extraiga la bateria Enganche Empuje BATTERY RELEASE Tiempo de grabaci n aproximado Monitor LCD Monitor LCD Monitor LCD ATENCION Bater a desconectado conectado visor conectado visor conectado desconectado visor
45. ge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries ATTENTION The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal The EPA certified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel cadmium Ni Cd battery indicates JVC is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life when taken out of service in the United States The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream which may be illegal in your area Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on Ni Cd battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area JVC s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf make sure that is has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation 10 cm 3 15 16 or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation h
46. h when the Fade Wipe is used with Sepia F pg 19 e With the Electronic fog filter mode WW WINDOW Wipe F pg 19 engaged the image fades in out to a white screen Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner or wipes out from lower left to upper right leaving a black screen The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the screen toward the corners covering the previous scene Program AE With Special Effects P AE Button Power Switch 7 Set the Power Switch to PRO Press P AE repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains The mode is activated To cancel the effect press P AE repeatedly until OFF appears OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds NOTES e Only one mode can be engaged at a time e The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe lt pg 18 is used in the Sepia mode e The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed e In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture 4 SEPIA The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide pg 21 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie amp SPORTS High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action ND ND EFFECT A black mis
47. ial effects is switched from one mode to another by pressing P AE then only the indicator remains at 7 3 8 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator CF pg 18 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one effect to another by pressing EFFECT then only the indicator remains at 8 4 Tape Length Indicator oooonccconon CF pg 12 5 Zoom Indicator Bafici CF pg 16 a Zoom Level Indicator Approximate Zoom Ratio 6 Recording Indicator ooonocnonononnononnos CF pg Picture Stabilizer Indicator CF pg e Interval Timer Recording Time A crete et renee CF pg e 5 Sec Rec Mode Indicator CF pg 19 Bright Level Indicator oocioicicco CF pg 12 Instant Title Display oooonioninccnnnnnonoo o CF pg 3 Date Time Display oocononconiononcnonnnnonos CF pg Focus catorce CF pg 15 Exposure Control Level Counter CF pg White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 17 Record Standby Mode Indicator CF pg 14 16 25 ES 14 23 23 26 24 27 14 AA ng I as o 1 Cassette Indicator Indications During Playback eee 2 TBC Indicator oooococoncccnnconcnonnnnnononannnnos CF pg 29 1 Tape COUCH irc CF pg 29 4 Recording Mode Indicator SP EP IF pg 12 5 Tape Running Indicator gt Playback gt gt Fast Forward Shuttle Search 4 Rewind Shuttle Search Hi
48. id the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 gener ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U renter ener Tt AA R6 size Please make note of the following rules for battery use Wh
49. in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape pg 10 e The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA AUTO or PRO gt pg 14 e Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning of a tape set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds so that the tape runs smoothly Using the Fade in function at this point is a good way to begin an animated program 17 pg 25 e The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO e The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement e This is normal e The Counter Memory Function has been activated gt pg 29 e The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other ENDO SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S OTHER During recording the indications do not appear The tape will not eject Some functions are not available Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder The rear of the LCD monitor is hot Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder The indicators and the picture color on the LCD monitor are not clear The LCD monitor the vie
50. ipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug B Your product may be equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third ground ing pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 2 Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company If your product is intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 4 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to
51. itor may be difficult to see If this happens use the viewfinder instead To Stop Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode Power Switch Position Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities Switches off the camcorder Allows you to play back your recordings AA nl O NOTES e When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power e The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached e There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens Do not use force e The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used e The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected I pg 12 e TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded e f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations the camcorder s power shuts off automatic
52. n use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or 104 F or extremely low under 0 C or 32 F temperatures en4t l 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C 122 F in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects Subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD monitor Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap LCD Monitor 1 To prevent damage to
53. nd or when you enter Record Standby mode EFFECT Button 1 Set the Power Switch to PRO Press EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains The effect is reserved Power Switch Recording Start Stop Button Press the Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out To cancel a fade or wipe press EFFECT repeatedly until OFF appears OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade wipe standby mode is canceled FADER Fades in out to a black screen MOSAIC Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern SHUTTER Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the center I lt SLIDE Wipe A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left lt gt DOOR Wipe Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right revealing the scene or wipes out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene NOTES e Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop CW CORNER Wipe Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in out or wipe in out The screen becomes slightly reddis
54. nds if dirt is detected on the USE CLEANING heads during recording In this case use an optional cleaning cassette If the CASSETTE warning remains after cleaning consult your nearest JVC dealer E01 E06 The error indications E01 E06 show what type of malfunction has occured If an error indication and warning appear turn the unit off remove the power PANT OVANT TETO EON supply battery etc and wait a few minutes for them to clear When it does HAS BEEN ACTIVATED you can resume using the camcorder If the indication remains consult your REATTACH BATTERY nearest JVC dealer 40 en When using the AC Power Adapter Charger in areas other than the USA m The provided AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter called a Siemens Plug as shown For this AC plug adapter consult your nearest JVC dealer Plug adapter INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Change or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could vo
55. ng or after use Temperature Range Specifications Terminals CHANGING varias 10 C to 35 C 90 F to 957 Operation sissescsines 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F SIOVASC soriana 10 C to 30 C 14 F to 86 F O Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C 68 F e The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use make sure the cassette bears the VHS C mark be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all This slackens the tape and can result in damage do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not i
56. oles If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing 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 4 en IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety In order not to defeat the built in safeguards observe the following basic rules for its installation use and servicing ATTENTION Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instruc tions For your safety please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Grounding or Polarization A Your product may be equ
57. on 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 appliance The AA V16U AC Power Adapter Charger should be used with AC 120 Vas 60 Hz in the USA and Canada AC 110 240 Va 50 60 Hz in other countries CAUTION applies to the AA V16U TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION s applique a VAA V16U POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit e The rating information and safety caution of the AC Power Adapter Charger are on its bottom AA Ll ENO This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type color television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the BN V11U V12U V20U battery packs and to rechar
58. pacity Perform the procedure below to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging 1 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder and make sure a cassette is not inserted then set the Power Switch to AUTO or PRO The camcorder power turns off automatically when discharging is complete When you are not using a battery pack for a long period of time be sure to fully discharge it before storing because leaving a battery with some charge left over also reduces performance Charge Marker A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colors are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged NOTES e Perform charging where the temperature is between 10 and 35 C 50 F and 95 F 20 to 25 C 68 F to 77 F is the ideal temperature range for charging If the environ ment is too cold charging may be incomplete e Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack e Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack e To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio e f you connect the camcorder s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops e Since the AC Power Adapter Charger processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use
59. ppear e To return to Auto Tracking press PAE and EFFECT simultaneously AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears e When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed e Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on COUNTER R M Set to PLAY other VCRs or camcorders Button e e o TBC Time Base Corrector Removes jitter from o fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even Y Rewind lt lt Button with old tapes Factory preset TBC is engaged To activate release the TBC mode press P STABILIZER during playback for more than 1 second When the TBC mode is activated TBC is displayed e The TBC indicator turns green gray with a camcorder equipped with a black white viewfinder while TBC is working e TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle search e The TBC indicator turns white while TBC is not operative e lt may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working e The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is activated or deactivated at the edit in out points or when normal playback resumes after still playback or shuttle search e If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on turn off TBC Fast Forward gt gt Button Play Pause gt I Button Stop Button Counter Memory Function Makes it easier to locate a
60. r and engage the VCR s Record mode Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press gt IH on the camcorder Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading 7 Slide the battery cover up to remove it install one AA R6 size battery as shown then reattach the cover 2 Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compart ment door Compartment door Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically This may take around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left and push up and remove the cassette NOTES e During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection e During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen e To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter
61. r de alimentaci n en PLAY PA Presione lt lt La cinta se detiene automaticamente al comienzo de la misma El Presione P I Comienza la reproducci n y la imagen aparece e Presione W para detener la grabaci n Por m s detalles 15 p 28 e El visor se desconecta autom ticamente para ahorrar energ a cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ngulo mayor de 60 grados e El monitor LCD se activa desactiva cuando se lo abre cierre a 60 grados aprox O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un VCR de VHS utilizando el adaptador de cassette VHS Playpak CF p 32 Bot n PUSH Conmutador EJECT Abra el monitor LED completamente FA Deslice EJECT para abrir el portacassette El Inserte cassette de video O Presione PUSH para cerrar el portacassette Por m s detalles gt p 10 Anillo de abertura del cubreobjetivo LENS COVER Col quelo en AUTO o PRO E Bot n de inicio parada de grabaci n E Gire el anillo LENS COVER de abertura cierre para abrir el cubreobjetivo l Adjuste el conmutador de alimentaci n en AUTO o PRO La l mpara de alimentaci n se encender y aparecer una imagen El Presione el bot n inicio parada de grabaci n Comenzar la grabaci n e Para detener temporariamente la grabaci n presione nuevamente el bot n de inicio parada de grabaci n Por m s detalles CF p 14 15 e El visor se desconecta autom ticamente para ahorra
62. r energ a cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ngulo mayor de 60 grados e El monitor LCD se activa desactiva cuando se lo abre cierre a 60 grados aprox 46en OR SERVICING Only in U S A HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE 1 800 252 5722 Dear customer In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase read the instruction booklet before operating the unit In the event that repair is necessary or for the address nearest your location please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States call 1 800 252 5722 for your authorized servicer Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service JVC JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS 10 New Maple Avenue 1500 Lakes Parkway 705 Enterprise Street Pine Brook NJ 07058 9641 Lawrenceville GA 30243 5857 Aurora IL 60504 8135 973 396 1000 770 339 2522 630 851 7855 5665 Corporate Avenue 10700 Hammerly Blvd Suite 110 2969 Mapunapuna Place Suite 105 Cypress CA 90630 4727 Houston TX 77043 2310 Honolulu HI 96819 2000 714 229 8011 713 935 9331 808 833 5828 13 Cummings Park 8192 West State Road 84 890 Dubuque Avenue Woburn MA 01801 Davie FL 33324 4611 South San Francisco CA 94080 1804 781 376 9100 954 472 1960 650 871 2666 Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service Just as q
63. ress the Recording Start Stop Button Recording and NOTES for Animation and Time Lapse e For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode e Fade or wipe in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting e Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated e Animation and Time Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected ENZO 2 6 EN gt RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focus detection zone Focusing AUTO FOCUS The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low NOTES e When the subject has no contrast difference in bright e If the lens is smeared or blurred accurate ness and darkness such as a flat one color wall or a focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean clear blue sky wiping with a piece of soft cloth if It gets When a dark object IS barely visible in the viewfinder dirty When condensation occurs wipe with e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally patterns that are regularly repeated e When shooting a s
64. s pressed e Wipe them gently with a soft cloth Gently wipe in a semicircular motion as wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won t come out easily e This is normal while recording in the EP mode Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode F pg 12 e Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears in the viewfinder consult your nearest JVC dealer e The diopter needs to be adjusted I pg 13 e The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 26 e If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source e If you have not performed Date Time Setting F pg 11 the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out e The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position of the lens cover 3 6 EN INDEX Controls Connectors And Indicators Controls Diopter Adjustment Control CF pg 2 Lens Cover Open Close Ring CF pg 3 5 Second Recording Button 5 SEC REC cescesseessesssesssessseesseessesseeee CF pg 4 Power Zoom Lever TW CF pg e Speaker Volume Control
65. select JLIP ID NO rotate the Select Wheel until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired setting e To return to the previous setting place the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel The normal screen reappears NOTE No menu functions except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are available while in the Record mode SSS en MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel aa Refer to Focusing C pg 26 Refer to Exposure Control F pg 24 Refer to White Balance Adjustment and Manual White Balance Operation C pg 27 WIDE Does not display black bars Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect S LX To record a subject in a darkly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORMAL To record a subject in a dimly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark This setting is suitable for measuring sensitivity conforming to ElA 639 EIA Standar
66. specific tape segment 1 Press COUNTER R M and hold for more than 1 second The counter resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press W then lt lt The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press gt Il to start playback e The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes e To disable the Counter Memory Function press COUN TER R M for less than 1 second so that M disappears 3 O EN f PLAYBACK Connections These are some basic types of connections When making connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Basic Connections Use optional Video and Audio cables To Video Output To VIDEO IN mm Video cable optional To TV or VCR Audio cable optional Mm To Audio Output To AUDIO IN Connector cover Connection For Tape Dubbing Use optional Video and Audio cables Power Switch PLAY PAUSE gt II Button J To Video Video cable To Output optional VIDEO IN gt SW Audio cable optional VCR Recording deck lt lt lt lt rr To Audio Output To AUDIO IN Connector cover When connecting the cables open this cover AA eno I Basic Connections 7 Make sure all units
67. step 4 e To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 2 e Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed in because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths e When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer ak or 2 will blink White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting If the white balance is correct all other colors will be accurately reproduced The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional color tint reproduction 1 Set the Power Switch to PRO 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to M W B then press it The Menu Screen disappears and the M W B Menu appears 4 Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired setting AUTO White balance is adjusted automatically factory preset FINE Outdoors on a sunny day se CLOUD Outdoors on a cloudy day e HALOGEN A video light or similar type of lighting is used MWB White balance is set manually 5 Press the Select Wheel The Menu Screen reappears
68. t darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject FG FOG Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the image and gives it a fantasy look Shutter mode Use in well lit situations color may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapor lights TWILIGHT Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode 15 pg 27 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m 32 ft to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m 32 ft use manual focusing lt gt pg 26 Y 2 S1 2000 Captures faster action than Sports mode M NEGA POSI The colors of a picture are reversed NEGA POSI mode en 1 9 r Select Wheel MENU Button Display ex Menu Screen available using the MENU Button Menu Screen 1 PNEXT ZOOM D ON TELE MACRO OFF d Y mT BACK REC TIME OFF INT TIME OFF Menu Screen 2 AN ENGLISH DATE TIME JLIP ID NO 06 DEMO MODE OFF i RETURN TITLE LANG Setting Menu ex TITLE LANG ENGLISH FRENCH S
69. the LCD monitor DO NOT push it strongly or apply any shocks place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom 2 To prolong service life avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth 3 Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use These are not malfunctions e While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up elf you leave power on for a long time the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot About moisture condensation e You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner e Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer AD AG Power Adapter Charger scccccsstssncieneteeass pg 8 9 Animation Recording czisicstessacesstatsesasaasectoieads pg 25 Auto Date Recor srta pg 23 AUTO FOCUS acssasccsenccnsaventiasesecspcsnntaveeonvssnseteces pg 26 POO SUI aia pg 15 28 B gt Battery ACI ecssases nrnna pg 8 9 40
70. time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 3 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE USE 1 Accessories To avoid personal injury e Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table It may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product e Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product e Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product e Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets 2 Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick
71. to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you refer to the Index 1 pgs 36 39 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 40 41 before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE 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 Warning on lithium battery for clock operation The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C 21 2 F or incinerate Replace the battery with Maxell Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Sony CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosi
72. uality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP 10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook NJ 07058 9641 If you ship the product Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength Enclose with the unit a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above ACCESSORIES Don t service it yourself CAUTION To prevent electrical shock do not open the To purchase accessories for your JVC product you may contact your local JVC Dealer Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free 1 800 882 2345 cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel TY Only in U S A end LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1 90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the dat
73. ubject close to the lens e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light zoom out first CF pg 16 If zoomed in in reflecting off the surface of a body of water the auto focus mode the camcorder could e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background automatically zoom out depending on the The low contrast warning 42 appears distance between the camcorder and the subject This does not occur with TELE MANUAL FOCUS MACRO F pg 21 If you are using the viewfinder you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments I gt pg 13 1 Set the Power Switch to PRO Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to FOCUS and press it The FOCUS Menu appears Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it The Menu Screen disappears and 4 and amp appear The focus is locked at this point Select Wheel Power Switch A To focus on a farther subject rotate the Select Wheel upward 4 appears and blinks To focus on a nearer subject rotate the Select Wheel downward gt appears and blinks Press the Select Wheel The setting is complete The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel The Menu Screen disppears and 42 reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES e To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in
74. wfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus The date and time displays disappear The a date and time are displayed recorded Even though the lens cover is open the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the indications appear 1 pg 15 e The battery pack is running low e If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees the EJECT Switch does not function The Power Switch is set to AUTO e Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible to use e This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder e The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be hot Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF and let the unit cool down e The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 e This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor i
75. with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen To Return To Automatic White Balance select AUTO in step 4 Or set the Power Switch to AUTO NOTE White balance cannot be used when Sepia F pg 19 is activated N2 I Manual White Balance Operation Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting 7 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment and select MWB Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen 2 Press the Select Wheel until MWB begins blinking When the setting is completed MWB stops blinking and the Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu Screen pE White paper Select Wheel Power Switch MENU Button To Change The Tint For Recording in step 2 substitute colored paper for white The white balance is adjusted based on the color changing the tint Red paper deeper green blue paper orange yellow paper deeper purple NOTES e In step 2 it may be difficult to focus on the white paper In such a case adjust focus manually F pg 26 e A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors natural flourescent candlelight etc Because the color temperature is different d

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