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JVC GR-AXM500 User's Manual

1. pg 65 Index Menu Screen pg 58 INDEX MOdEsciriciciizziiniczinizininni pg 58 Index Number cccc pg 58 SS 55 I PARC pg 15 Insert EditiNg sonar pg 70 71 Instant Titles eeeeeeeeeeeeeees pg 30 J WIP ION O alari pg 34 54 Journalistic Shooting pg 19 REGIS pg 53 L LCD monitor Viewfinder Indicato ernia pg 74 75 M Manual FOCUS print pg 37 MBR Code Setting sacomevetearasatnes pg 66 Modemi POM tania pg 63 Move The Page Back pg 55 Move The Page Next pg 55 50 INDEX cont ND Effect Mode pg 27 50 Nega Posi Mode pg 27 51 P Padlock Malesia pg 59 Picture Mode Setting pg 49 Picture Stabilizer prin pg 21 50 EMT ImMa learn pg 24 48 Playback D S C svensacsssaseonciest pg 55 Playback VIDEO pg 42 PADOT PON spense pg 03 Program AE With Special A E E pg 26 27 Protect Menu Screen eese pg 59 Protect MODE sssscrisirinesanasenizinine pg 59 Provided Accessories pg 5 O_o Quick REVIEW c pg 21 R Random Assemble Editing pg 66 69 Recording Advanced Features VIDEO sia pg 26 41 Recording VIDEO pg 16 Recording Start Stop VIDEO pg 16 18 Recording Mode Setting pg 14 Record Standby pg 16 Remote Control Unit pg
2. pg 16 Recording does not start The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA F pg 16 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode playback picture If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel Playback cannot be performed If the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to play back a tape Change the Switch position to VIDEO C pg 42 Playback picture is blurred or The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your interrupted nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward e The Counter Memory Function has been activated or rewind C pg 44 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed OTHER The picture is blurred in the Quick This is normal while recording in the LP mode Some noise Review or Retake mode may be present while recording in the SP mode F pg 14 The date and time displays e If you remove the power source from the camcorder while disappear the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source The wrong date and time
3. e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 1 second Then the name disappears and only the indication remains The mode is activated e When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release mode is selected only the mode s name is displayed Then the name disappears and the mode is activated NOTES e Only one effect can be engaged at a time The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe lt pg 28 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations e n the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights LCD monitor or viewfinder Select Dial Dial LCD monitor symbol Viewfinder indication LOCK izro Relea Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial Mode si 4S 7 0 0 5158 S 5 Auto Mode Release Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock Electronic Fog Filter FG FG FOG Electronic Fog Filter Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the imag
4. NOTES The tape remaining time pg 17 displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected e Once you have set the tape length it remains un changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK e When the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to set REC TIME and TAPE LENGTH Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE 1 First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Press SP LP Button for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while LP Long Play is more economical providing twice the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Turn to take up slack en 15 Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN LCD MONITOR Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Press EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE 3 Make sure the label is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked CLOSE LCD MONITOR First make sure the holder is closed Then close the LCD monitor NOTES e Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor A cassette holder can
5. Speaker volume control You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the VOLUME Dial ADJUST VOLUME 7 If you want to turn up the volume Turn the Dial towards If you want to turn down the volume Turn the Dial towards NOTE When the LCD monitor is turned off sound is not heard from the speaker Tracking This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on screen during playback Initiall setting is Auto Tracking Manual Tracking is also available ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear e To return to Auto Tracking press the MENU Jog Dial AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears NOTES e When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE VIDEO PLAYBACK Features cont FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Still Playback To pause during playback 1 Press PLAY PAUSE during playback 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE again Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal Shuttle Search To allow high speed search in either direction Forward Searc
6. 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS DELETE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DELETE then press it SELECT DELETE MODE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to SELECT or ALL then press it To select a still image by checking the still images stored in memory select SELECT then go to step 4 To delete all the still images stored in memory at once without checking them select ALL then go to step 5 To quit the Delete Mode rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on EXIT then press it twice SELECT ON DELETE SELECT MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image then press it X appears above the selected still image When you have finished selecting all the desired still images rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on NEXT then press the MENU Jog Dial e On the Delete Select Menu Screen the still images are displayed six at a time To delete the stil images that follow the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from No 1 to No 6 then rotate it further downward The frame is moved to the 7th still image automatically Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 7th one ee en O In case of SELECT NEXT lt DELETE gt If you check the remaining still images on Index Menu Screen after de
7. JVC COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR A XM500 Compact VHS VHS F AS DIGITAL PAL STILL CAMERA p INSTRUCTIONS MI CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 VIDEO RECORDING 16 Basic Recording 16 Basic Features 20 Advanced Features 26 VIDEO PLAYBACK 42 Basic Playback 42 Features 43 Using The Cassette Adapter 45 BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR 46 TAPE DUBBING 47 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA D S C SHOOTING 48 Basic Shooting 48 Advanced Features 50 D S C PLAYBACK 55 Basic Playback 55 Advanced Features 56 Connection 63 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 64 Random Assemble Editing R A Edit 66 Insert Editing 70 Audio Dubbing 72 USER MAINTENANCE 73 CONTROLS INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS 74 LCD monitor viewfinder 74 Controls 76 Connectors 76 Indicators 76 Other Parts 76 TROUBLESHOOTING 78 CAUTIONS 81 SPECIFICATIONS 84 INDEX 85 LYT0086 001A Zen O Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before
8. LCD monitor or viewfinder After 2 sec MAX NORM OFF NOTE for Fade Wipe Wide Super LoLux Instant Titles and Picture Stabiliser 3 When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK the above functions will be set to the Factory settings Fade Wipe standby OFF Wide mode off Super LoLux MAX Instant Title off Picture Stabiliser off Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK the above functions return to the settings you selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK However if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK 3 O EN O RECORDING Advanced Features cont TITLE Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left SELECT PRESET TITLE 7 Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed NOTE Even if you shoot with the Title displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting this is not recorded LCD monitor or viewfinder Title display HAPPY BIRTHDAY lt NNo display HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR FAMILY MOVIE STAR PARTY TIME MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS 1 Y The characters you have set using Character Generator lt
9. TELE MACRO OFF PICTURE SFINER M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT move the highlight bar to EXIT Menu Screen 4 CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen STD is displayed with STAND ARD selected and FINE is displayed with FINE selected PICTURE FINE STANDARD Picture Mode Setting Menu NOTES To store the still images you shot we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them on disk pg 63 e Vhen the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens we recommend that you use the viewfinder e When the remaining number indicator displays 0 blinking it is not possible to continue storing pictures until you delete some shots to make room for new ones Perform DELETE function in the Menu Screen to remove pictures you do not need 7 pg 60 The Picture Mode can be switched to either FINE or STANDARD Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode switching the Picture Mode will vary this number e The LENS COVER warning blinks fo
10. even when there are multiple subjects with different colour temperatures PREPARE WHITE OBJECT 7 Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper SELECT MWB 2 Follow step 1 through 3 on page 38 Manual White Balance Adjustment select MWB MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE 3 Press the MENU Jog Dial until MWB begins blinking MWB blinks while the white balance is being stored in memory then the Menu Screen reappears when memorization is complete CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES e To switch to automatic white balance adjustment set the M W B in the Menu Screen to AUTO or turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned off and on again or when the Select Dial s position has been changed e When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 1 of MWB this unit makes its colour temperature standard for automatic white balance So you can enjoy shooting with different colours For example when adjusting with red blue or yellow colours the image becomes the colour which approximates to green orange or purple respectively Select Dial gt Ill Recording MENU J Jog Dial Start Stop Button LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME 5 RES 98 TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED gt
11. tor remains at 10 3 1 Fade Wipe Standby odor CF pg 28 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one function to another by pressing the EFFECT button Then only the indicator remains at 4 Multi Function Control dication rara IF pg 28 29 Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi Function Control is pressed The indication disappears within approx 2 seconds Picture Mode Display EF pg 25 48 Remaining Number Of Shots Indicator ecotennnscranieranesnaniaees CF pg 25 48 Super LoLux Indicator CF pg 29 D Tape Length Indicator CF pg 14 Zoom Indicator Bar susan CF pg 20 Recording Indicator I gt pg 16 2 Picture Stabiliser Indicator CF pg 21 3 Interval Timer Recording Time dI rano F pg 40 eRecord Standby Mode Idolo rn CF pg 16 eLens Cover Warning LENS COVER cristina CF pg 17 e Data Transfer Display PCXMODE F pg 63 5 Instant Title Display CF pg 30 Date Time Character Display I3 pg 22 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level a aa a When the power is almost gone the indicator a blinks battery power warningt then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 d
12. C P6U or C P7U accasa AA R6 size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused 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 battery in a fire 4 Remove 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 supplied battery pack is a nickel cadmium battery 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 Terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers nol 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 tempera tures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer tempera tures 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
13. 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 START RECORDING Point the lens towards the subject yourself when self recording and start recording e During Interface Shooting the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror NOTE During Interface Shooting indications other than the Date Time display and Title display do not appear in the viewfinder Brightness control You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by turning the BRIGHT Dial ADJUST BRIGHTNESS 7 If you want to brighten the image Turn the Dial towards If you want to darken the image Turn the Dial towards Zoom indicator bar _ Zoom Level indicator Power Zoom button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU ques U EXPOSURE DATE TIME E TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEEDIBFASTE gt NEXT as Menu Screen ZOOM SPEED FAST SLOW ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu FEATURE Zooming PURPOSE To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Digital circuitly doubles the maximum 22x magnification offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital Zoom OPERATION Zoom In Press the T of the Power Zoom Button Zoom Out Press W of the Power Zoom Button
14. Select Switch START SHOOT NG Tal amp Press the Recording Start Stop Butt lights while recording 3 ME a Caen is in progress 0 appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress Tape remaining time indicator MIN 120MIN 119MIN v 3MIN 2MIN Blinking 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking Start Stop Button Now calculating en 1 STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force The tape remaining time is only displayed in the viewfinder as shown The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is approximate The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected pg 14 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 al
15. a CHARGE MARKER Charge marker NOTES e The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs e Charging times noted on page 8 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack e Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack e Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder e Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings e While the AC Power Adapter Charger s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch During that time the AC Power Adapter Charger does not charge the battery When disharging is complete detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter Charger to store it High temperatures can damage the battery pack so use only where good ventilation is available Dont allow it to discharge in container such as a bag If you stop recharging or discharging part way through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord e Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio Make sure you unplug the DC cor
16. equipment DO ensure that all electrical connections including the mains plug extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer s instruc tions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equip ment DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it is damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety It is illegal to watch television whilst driving DON T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the
17. from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal Digital Jack eeeeeeeeeeneeees I gt pg 63 VIDEO OUT Connector CF pg 46 RF DC OUT Connector I pg 46 AUDIO OUT Connector I pg 46 External Microphone Input Jack CF pg 72 Indicators Power Indicator CF pg 16 Tally Lam D RE FREE CF pg 16 Other Parts E Video Light eeeeeeereeeees CF pg 23 E Microphone CF pg 72 E Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting REMO SONGO emera F pg 65 Clock Battery Compartment CF pg 10 E Battery Pack Mount CF pg 8 E Shoulder Strap Eyelets I pg 13 M Electronic Viewfinder CF pg 12 N Grip Strap I pg 12 A Speaker I pg 43 H ECD MIONNON zine r pg 18 42 75en TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POWER No power is supplied The power suddenly goes off and doesn t come back on by itself OTHER The battery pack has not been attached correctly pg 8 The battery pack is not charged C pg 8 The power supply has not been correctly connected lt gt pg 9 The battery pack has completely discharged e Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few
18. in and out points The original audio remains unchanged Perform steps 1 through 5 in Insert Editing lt pg 70 before the following procedure NOTE Page Button Use the RM V709U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT STILL IMAGE First set the System Select Switch to D S C Press the Page Button to select the still image you wish to COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE FF insert BEGIN INSERT EDITING Power Switch Press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the Camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode Insert editing ee To insert still images in sequential order onto the indicator tape press the Page Button to move the page forward To insert still images at random onto the tape Tape Counter first record the still image you selected in step 1 onto the tape then press START STOP to engage the Insert Pause mode To select another still image press the Page Button again then press START STOP Insert Editing begins END INSERT EDITING 3 Press STOP NOTES When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor fully opened the original audio will be heard from the speaker The tape may stop slightly before or after the LCD monitor or viewfinder System Select Switch designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit l i l na START STOP m signal is recorded in the Inser
19. pg 16 42 48 55 D Select Dial apa sccriscanstacestpncenesteets I gt pg 26 Recording Mode SP LP PUNTO lion r pg 14 DATE TIME Button CF pg 22 COUNTER R M Button CF pg 44 P Picture STABILISER Button t pg 21 RE WO ar CF pg 42 RETAKE R Quick Review ELON PORRE RR EN c pg 21 PLAY PAUSE Button CF pg 42 PF BULON oresoao CF pg 42 RETAKE F Buone r pg 21 AU STOP IRR CF pg 42 CIEL CF pg 15 O PUSH Butoh siii CF pg 15 LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch t pg 23 15 BATT Battery RELEASE SWICh x cccsascavssenceccanceaocs CF pg 8 Dioptre Adjustment CF pg 12 D MODE BUTOnrirrra CF pg 24 48 SNAPSHOT Button CF pg 24 48 Function Navigator Dial MENU Jog Dial CF pg 11 Recording Start Stop Button CF pg 16 Power Switch I gt pg 16 42 48 55 22 LENS COVER Switch CF pg 16 BRIGHT Ala CF pg 43 CVOLOMEDIL rn CF pg 43 en Connectors Od IG RIA CF pg 9 The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector e Connect the editing cable when perform ing Random Assemble Editing gt pg 66 69 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
20. plug then follow the instructions given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code T Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug connect as follows Blue wire to terminal coded N Neutral or coloured black Brown wire to terminal coded L Live or coloured Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Warning on lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace the battery with Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Maxell CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire CAUTIONS m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel m When you are not using the AC Power Adapter Battery charger for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the b
21. still image in the built in memory perform the DELETE function in the Menu Screen to remove still images you do not need pg 60 The Picture Mode can be switched to either FINE or STANDARD Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode switching the Picture Mode will vary this number e If the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to D S C the still image cannot be recorded onto the tape but will be stored in the camcorder s built in memory pg 48 Image data stored in the camcorder s built in memory can be transferred to a Windows PC or Macintosh and saved using the provided image transfer software pg 63 The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software When a Pin Up is taken with the Wide mode pg 29 activated the black bars at the top and bottom of the screen will disappear e When a Snapshot is taken in a dark environment the still image recorded onto the tape and stored in memory will become coarse and its true colours will be lost 2 6 EN 1 VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later the mode is activated Programme AE With Special Effects After 1 sec All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial SELECT MODE Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark
22. tape in the selected mode Only the still image is stored in the built in memory in the selected mode then the camcorder resumes normal recording If you press during Record Standby mode first there is a momentary camera shutter type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing then a still image appears The scene you are currently aimed at starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners The screen changes as shown in the illustrations 1 to to the left The screens 1 to are recorded onto the tape in the selected mode Only the still image is stored in the built in memory in the selected mode then the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode LCD monitor or viewfinder Remaining number of shots 22 21 1 0 Blinking Pictrue mode display FINE or STD standard Pin Up A still image on a white background A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel y Full A still image that occupies the entire image field is recorded en 2O NOTES Six sample images have been stored in the built in memory at the factory If you wish to delete them first remove the Protect function lt pg 59 then perform the Delete function t pg 60 e When the remaining number indicator displays 0 bliking the still image will be recorded onto the tape but not in the built in memory If you wish to store a
23. the recording speed was changed during the original recording e To edit dub onto a tape make sure the Erase Protection tab is 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 e Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing or the edit points will not be accurate e During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing when Insert Pause or Audio Dub Standby is engaged the counter may go slightly past 0 00 00 Recording however stops at exactly 0 00 00 USER MAINTENANCE M73 LENS COVER After Use Open Close Switch Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor Set to POWER OFF 5 Slide BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack BATT RELEASE Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover PUSH EJECT Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR 1 Wipe gently with a soft cloth CLEAN LCD MONITOR Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper REMOVE EYEPIECE 4 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out CLEAN VIEWFINDER 5 Rem
24. therefore impossible to take another shot during that time When the still image disappears and the scene you are currently aimed at appears on the screen you may take another shot e The remaining number of shots available is displayed NOTES e The remaining number of shots varies according to the selected Picture Mode In the STANDARD mode twice as many still images can be shot as in the FINE mode Six sample images have been stored in the built in memory at the factory If you wish to delete them first remove the Protect function t pg 59 then perform the Delete function t pg 60 EN 49 FEATURE Picture Mode Setting PURPOSE There are two image settings you can choose from when storing in the camcorder s memory FINE and STANDARD You can select either according to your needs OPERATION 1 ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK Press the MENU Jog Dial Select Dial MENU Jog Dial 2 SELECT FUNCTION Set to D S C Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to PICTURE then press it The Picture Mode LCD monitor or viewfinder 3 SRI oct MENU Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move gt MENU END the highlight bar to the desired FOCU setting FINE or STANDARD SPO m Factory preset is FINE E f you want the Picture Mode to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to AUTO AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98
25. use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents cover page e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you refer to CONTROLS INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS I pgs 74 76 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions F pgs 81 83 They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immedi ately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
26. 64 REMOVE Cassette sisescmasisicuosusanas pg 15 Retake RR RE ERE pg 21 Rewind Tape 0 pg 42 S Self Recording pg SCIETUNC Rino pg Sepia Mode pg Shooting Advanced Features 186550 FR snes entenaopreunaies pg Shootin BS 63 ETTORE pg Shoulder Strap Attachment pg Shuttle SCAN ira ritira pg Slide Show Mode pg Snapshot Mode pg Snapshot VIDEO pg Specifications pg Sports Mode n se pg STANDARD Mode pg Star Mark On The Setting MENUS preesens pg Still Image Data Transfer pg Still Playback corinzi pg Store A Still Image In The Built In Memory pg SUD EMPL GLU siii pg T Tape COUN ion pg Tape Dubbing pg Tape Length Setting pg Time Lapse Shooting pg Ria pg Tripod Mounting pg Twilight Mode pg V video LGM ira pg Viewfinder Adjustment pg W White Balance Adjustment pg WIdEMOdE snanananaaa pg W162 IN OUT veg conteesnreaartenstortevans pg Z LOOMING iii pg 19 40 51 65 27 50 50 54 48 13 44 62 24 48 24 84 27 51 49 58 63 44 48 29 51 42 47 14 41 65 43 13 275 23 12 38 2 A 28 20 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHT 1998 VICTOR COMPANY OF J
27. 7U e Battery Pack Charger AA V15EK BN V12U e Remote Control Unit RM V709U OO e Lithium Batte CR2025 x2 DC Cord e Editing Cable for clock operation and remote control unit fe ollie 6 I e CD ROM including two Oracios software programmes r e for Windows PC e PC Connection Cable x 2 JICK OPERATION GUIDE VIDEO BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack E Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure I pg 8 EJ Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK Set to PLAY J El Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO PA Set the Power Switch to PLAY 3 Press REW The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape E Press PLAY PAUSE Playback starts and the playback picture appears e To stop playback press STOP For more details gt pg 42 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak CF pg 45 INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE PUSH EJECT El Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees EJ Press EJECT to open the cassette holder KE Insert a video cassette E Press
28. 9U as shown on the left Set the RM V709U to correspond to the brand of the recording deck pg 66 Recording deck For Random Assemble Editing procedure please refer to the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the playback deck Notes m RM V709U cannot be used to control the playback deck m RM V709U is capable of controlling basic operations of the recording deck While pressing VCR CTL press PLAY STOP PAUSE FF or REW for these functions Not possible with some brands and models Other buttons cannot be used 0000 RM V709U E To put the recording deck in the Record Pause mode use the controls COCO provided on the recording deck itself Power Switch Insert editing indicator Tape Counter LCD monitor or viewfinder System Select Switch START STOP REW PLAY INSERT PAUSE RM V709U provided G REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Insert Editing VIDEO You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged NOTE Use the RM V709U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT MODE Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to PLAY FIND EDIT OUT POINT Play back the tape locate the Edit out point and press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control
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30. CD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees LENS COVER Open Close Switch Power Switch Set to CAMERA System Select Switch Set to D S C EM Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover EJ Set the System Select Switch to D S C EJ Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear E Press the SNAPSHOT Button A still image is shot and is stored in the camcorder s memory For more details pg 48 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees SN GETTING STARTED Marks Power To AC outlet This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you A choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES No function is available without power supply e Use only specified power supply e Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER CHG charg indicator REFRESH indicator Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fu
31. D monitor off viewfinder on LCD monitor on viewfinder off LCD monitor on viewfinder on Light Signal system SYSTEM Camcorder format Video recording system Luminance Color Cassette Tape speed SP LP Recording time max SP LP D S C format Recording format Recording medium Number of storable shots Image size CAMERA Pick up Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment SPECIFICATIONS 0 C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C Approx 0000 g 116 W x 117 H x 242 D mm 20 mm round x 1 monaural DC 6V 6 6 W 6 9 W 7 6 W 2 9 W PAL type VHS PAL standard FM recording Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard VHS H cassette 23 39 mm sec 11 70 mm sec 60 minutes 120 minutes with EC 60 cassette Digital data storage based on JPEG Built in flash memory 1 Mbyte FINE mode approx 22 shots approx 32000 byte data compression STANDARD mode approx 44 shots approx 16000 byte data compression 320 x 240 pixels 1 4 format CCD F1 6 f 3 8 to 83 6 mm 22 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Auto Manual adjustment LCD MONITOR Size LCD system 3 diagonally measured LCD TFT active matrix system INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTORS Video Out
32. E TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH 730 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT M W B Menu Screen Menu Screen RECORDING Advanced Features cont Manual White Balance Adjustment M W B The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to M W B then press it SELECT WHITE BALANCE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the required white balance AUTO sigarir Automatic adjustment 1 FINE Outdoors on sunny day xe CLOUD Outdoors on cloudy day HALOGEN Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB casini When using a personal White Balance Setting stored in memory To set MWB CF pg 39 CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen SS LULU Nao Viewfinder M W B Menu Screen MENU Jog Dial MWB MWE sets the colour temperature for the subject s light source so you can shoot with natural colours that are unaffected by surroundings
33. EN Y RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations cont REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording pg 41 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer pg 40 and Time Lapse recording I pg 41 TALLY LAMP The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording The tally lamp remains off at all times CHARACTER Allows you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters pg 31 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 22x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 22x ORR Does not display colour bars Normal screen is recorded Makes the normal screen disappear then displays colour bars By recording colour bars at the beginning or end of a tape an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape NOTE While the colour bars are displayed the camcorder s other functions are disabled COLOUR BAR 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 07 DEMO MODE ARM Aulomatic demonstration will not take
34. ENTER Press the MODE Button for more than 5 seconds The FORMAT Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CANCEL or ENTER then press it e CANCEL does not initialize the memory e ENTER initializes the memory During initialization ENTER blinks Format Menu Screen CAUTION When initialization is complete the screen becomes blue back While ENTER is selected and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage CAUTIONS DANGER Video Light e The video light becomes extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light 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
35. EXIT blink then press it The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 5 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES e To erase a character you entered mistakenly make CLEAR blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial then press it All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the blinking cursor to the characters at the bottom row which you want to replace then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight in the top left corner and then press it e To display the characters you have set Date Time Character Insert pg 22 or Instant Titles pg 30 Characters may be set only in the Record Standby mode Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM O COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO 07 gt om 0 8 gt MENU END Setting Menu ex REC TIME Hl TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE MENU END Normal Screen Using Menu 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 ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the
36. FAST gt NEXT ae Menu Screen gt BACK Te REC TIMER OFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR OFF OFF gt MENU END INT TIME REC TIME INT TIME Menu REC TIME Menu INT TIME Indicator REC TIME Indicator INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen JEO RECORDING Advanced Features cont Self Timer You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start Stop Button and the actual start of recording If you secure the camcorder you or whomever is operating the camcorder can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS INT TIME MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL TIME 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial START DELAYED RECORDING 5 If you set the System Select Switch to VIDEO Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins automatically If you set the System Select Switch to D S C Press the SNA
37. 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 malfunc tions e While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up e If you leave power on for a long time the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot How To Handle A CD ROM e Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface opposite to the printed surface Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface If the CD ROM gets dirty gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole using a circular motion e Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray e Do not bend the CD ROM or touch its mirror surface e Do not store your CD ROM in a dusty hot or humid environment Keep it away from direct sunlight About moisture condensation 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 Moisture on the head drum can ca
38. MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed When the highlight bar reaches the top of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed e If the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER See respective pages FOCUS F pg 36 37 EXPOSURE CF pg 35 DATE TIME CF pg 11 CHARACTER I pg 31 If you select JLIP ID NO press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting elf you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal s
39. PSHOT Button When the selected time has elapsed a still image is shot automatically To Cancel Self Timer If you set the System Select Switch to VIDEO Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF If you set the System Select Switch to D S C Before shooting a still image press the SNAPSHOT Button then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF SSS oo en4 Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired numb
40. PUSH to close the cassette holder For more details gt pg 15 Open Close Set to SY Switch VIDEO Start Stop Button CAMERA EM Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover EJ Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO EJ Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear EJ Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts e To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the Recording Start Stop Button once again For more details CF pgs 16 19 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack E Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure pg 8 Ef Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK Power Switch Set to PLAY System Select Switch Set to D S C EM Set the System Select Switch to D S C FA Set the Power Switch to PLAY A still image stored in memory appears E Press Ww or T of the Page Button to select the still image you want to view For more details pg 55 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the L
41. RE MT AUTOS DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen No indication y during recording EXPOSURE AUTO MANU To darken the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted NOTES Manual Exposure Screen e To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 3 e To re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from No indication Exposure Menu Screen during 4 recording Exposure control level counter step 1 To brighten the image To darken the image RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus SA detection zone 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 e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark obje
42. RESET COUNTER Press and hold COUNTER R M for more than 1 second to reset the tape counter then press again for less than 1 second and make sure M appears FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene you want to replace press PLAY to view the recorded tape and press PAUSE exactly at the point where the new scene should start ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE Press and hold INSERT and without releasing INSERT press and release PAUSE The Insert mode is engaged When the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen go to the next step BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode END INSERT EDITING VA Press STOP NOTES When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor fully opened the original audio will be heard from the speaker e After step 5 Retake pg 21 can be performed The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit e Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode en 1 Insert Editing Insert A Still Image From The Built in Memory Onto A Tape You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder s built in memory into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the
43. al CF pg 26 27 Auto Mode Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock I pg 26 27 Release Electronic Fog Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to Filter the lens Softens the image and gives it a fantasy look pg 26 27 A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject CF pg 26 27 Allows i to shoot a still image in monochrome giving the effect of an older picture I pg 26 27 Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic I pg 26 27 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 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing lt gt pg 37 Sports 0 High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action F pg 26 27 Nega Posi The colours of a picture are reversed I pg 26 27 Negative Positive 1 2000 sec High Captures faster action than Sports mode pg 26 27 Speed Shutter Wide Black bars are recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect CF pg 29 Super LoLux Bright natural recordings can be taken even in area
44. al recording functions possible INSTALLING THE BATTERY PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER 1 Pull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock hole INSERT BATTERY Making sure the plus side is up insert the lithium battery CR2025 into the battery holder REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit and push the holder until it clicks into place Read the caution concerning lithium batteries F pg 2 RM V709U provided With the camcorder s power switch With the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA set to PLAY FUNCTIONS BUTTONS O PAUSE IN Connector I gt pg 67 T87 transmitting window Omer SET bution Jome REC TIME Button G FF Button Retake forward gt pg 21 FF FF Shuttle Search gt pg 42 44 REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review pg 21 Rew Rew Shuttle Search I pg 42 44 PAUSE Button Pause I pg 44 PLAY Button Playback start 7 pg 42 SNAPSHOT Button Functions same as SNAPSHOT button on the camcorder E gt pg 24 48 VISS Button Index Code Marking CF pg 65 ZOOM T W Button Zoom in and out F pg 20 VCR CTL Button A DUB Button STOP Button Stop F pg 42 INSERT Buttons Insert Editing pg 70 CF pg 66 Audio Dubbing F pg 72 Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor When using the remote control be sure to point it at the remote sensor The abo
45. ance adjustment I pg 39 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed CF pg 20 SLOW __ Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 54 EN C SHOOTING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations cont REC TIME Setting is impossible This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer lt pg 40 TALLY LAMP The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording anna The tally lamp remains off at all times Original titles can not be recorded on digital still pictures Please use this function for video recording lt gt pg 31 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 22x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 22x COLOUR BAR Does not display colour bars Normal screen is recorded Makes the normal screen disappear then displays colour bars By recording colour bars at the beginning or end of a tape an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape NOTE While the colour bars are displayed the camcorder s other functions are disabled JLIP ID NO This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J
46. ape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER 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 to the left 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 s recording safety hole with adhesive tape When connecting the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables optional A a mmm Dii d To AUDIO and If your TV VCR VIDEO IN has the SCART connectors Ll 4 connector use the provided cable adapter VCR E Antenna To AUDIO VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors RF unit RF V5E optional NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack e To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode e f you have a TV or speake
47. are If you have not performed Date Time Setting F7 pg 11 displayed recorded the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out The tape won t eject The battery pack is running low e If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees EJECT switch does not function HOE TROUBLESHOOTING cont When the System Select Switch is set to D S C SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S SHOOTING Although the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed a still image is not stored in the built in memory Self Timer Shooting is not available It is not possible to shoot in sucession PLAYBACK Although ALL is selected in the DELETE Menu Screen all still images cannot be deleted Date Time Insert is not performed while shooting a still image Instant Titles are not displayed while shooting a still image Some settings cannot be changed in the Menu Screen When the number of remaining shots available reaches 0 blinking it becomes impossible to take your next shot Perform DELETE function to remove some still images already stored in memory C pg 60 Pressing the Recording Start Stop Button does not start recording in the Self Timer Shooting procedure Press the SNAPSHOT Button CF pg 51 A still image is in the process of being stored in memory for approx 2 seconds after the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed During that time it is impossible to take anothe
48. arkened squares a does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged FOCUS Indicator c scesceeatenserseenscaane CF pg 37 Exposure Control Level COUNEF sro r pg 35 White Balance Mode ACO cae at EA CF pg 38 Snapshot Mode Display CF pg 25 48 2 Clock Battery Warning 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 pg 12 3 Tape End Display TAPE ENC eee ener ener r pg 17 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning When this indication appears all func tions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indication should disappear Displayed for approx 5 seconds on the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is turned on and then disappear However the indications marked are not displayed TOE CATIONS AND CONNECTORS cont Controls Q Power Zoom Button CF pg 20 PACE BURON sesicatecesoravusenatbasnsenscs F pg 55 2 Multi Function Control EFFECT BUON r pg 28 OVVIIDE BUON r pg 29 e TITLE BUWON PERE EE r pg 30 SUPER LOLUX BUHON siria F pg 29 3 System Select VIDEO D S C Switch u ui r
49. cate the beginning of a scene you want then press IN OUT to register that point The data appears under IN on the display REGISTER END OF SCENE 3 Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and press IN OUT to register it The data appears under OUT on the display The total time of the registered scene s is displayed at the bottom of the screen REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene as many as 8 MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered point NOTES e There must be at least one second between an in point and its corresponding out point e To ensure correct operation there should be at least 15 seconds between an out point and the next in point e Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points e f it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in point the VCR s Record Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn t take place e Pressing ON OFF clears all in and out points from memory e Leave a small margin for error around each in point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety SSS LULU en 69 Original tape camcorder AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR N x ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE 1 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT MODE ojoj la ODIO 1 Point the remote control towards the VCR s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually y v y y Lolo oi el ae ee engage the VCR s Reco
50. control until the Rec Time indicator disappears Time Lapse 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg 41 Time Lapse press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and No indication off Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 41 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear Also refer to pgs 40 and 41 Index Code Marking To give you automatic access to any selected point on a recording 1 Press VISS once to place the index code INDEX blinks during marking If VISS is pressed during Record Standby mode the mark is placed where START STOP is pressed ING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Random Assemble Editing R A Edit Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player You can select up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily MBR SET performed when RM V709U MBR Multi Brand Remote OO VCR CTL CF pg 64 is set to operate with your brand of VCR see VCR CODE LIST but can also be performed by GO operating the VCR manually RM V709U Before operation make sure the lithium battery is provided installe
51. creen reappears NOTE The menu function except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are not available while in the Record mode SSS LULU EN DD Menu Screen Explanations FOCUS Adjusts focus automatically Ce a Siren MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 35 Allows you to set the current date and time pg 11 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m 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 eDepending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used F pg 14 AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses ee the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic 8 FINE white balance adjustment However precise colour adjustment e CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour 2 HALOGEN Whena predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors n In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment I pg 39 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed CF pg 20 SLOW __ Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK 34
52. ct is barely visible in the viewfinder e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The low contrast warning amp appears NOTES e If the lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty When condensation occurs wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally e When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 20 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend ing on the distance between the camcorder and the subject When Tele Macro t pg 33 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENUEND FOCUS AUTOS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen No indication y during recording No indication Focus Menu Screen during 4 recording Manual Focus Screen ND Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments 7 pg 12 If you haven t do so before continuing ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any posit
53. d before charging or discharging the battery pack e The CHG indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that s been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHG indicator should blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer To AC outlet DC OUT terminal To DC IN jack AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EK DC cord A To car s AQ cigarette lighter socket L N Si INN lt gt N Y Car Battery Charger Adapter BH V3E optional USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTES When using the car battery leave the engine idling e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can also be used to charge the battery pack When using the optional Car Battery Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit OPEN COVER Open the clock battery c
54. d in the remote control RM V709U F pg 64 SET REMOTE VCR CODE VCR CODE LIST SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR VCR BRAND BUTTONS VCRBRAND BUTTONS Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote NAME A B NAME A B toward the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to AKAI PHILIPS the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR SET and press button A and then B e The code is automatically set once you release the MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on OPERATE VCR 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while holding VCR CTL press the button on the remote for the desired function The functions the remote can control are PLAY STOP PAUSE FF REW and VCR REC STBY you don t need to press VCR CTL for this one 0006000690 Oo 0000SSS 00 00 QO You re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing o IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and o those of many other makers it may not work with yours NEC O or may offer limited functions tTHomson PANASONIC TELEFUNKEN NOTES SABA e If the VCR s power doesn t come on in step 1 try NORDMENDE another code from the VCR CODE LIST TOSHIBA e Some brands of VCR don t come on automatically In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 e If the RM V709U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR O O 6 O OOO Q 000000 SSS LLU en O7 Open t
55. d six at a time This mode is a convenient way to look for the still image you want to view and to check the still images you shot beforehand F pg 58 SLIDE SHOW 1 Allows you to run through all the still images stored in memory automatically in numerical order Each still image is displayed This mode is like a regular slide show pg 62 SLIDE SHOW 2 The still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top C pg 62 PROTECT Lets you protect selected still images from accidental erasure Select a still image for which you want to perform Protect to put a padlock mark next to it A still image with a padlock mark cannot be deleted When selecting a still image to protect you can check six still images stored in memory at a time F pg 59 DELETE Allows you to delete some still images already stored in memory I pg 60 CAUTION While ENTER is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage me Allows you to check 6 still images stored in memory at a time to select the still images you want to delete ai Allows you to delete all the still images at once except protected images Index You can view all still images stored in memory six at a time Use this mo
56. de when looking for a still image you want to view and when checking the still images you shot beforehand n ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial Set the System Select Switch MENU paese Lino LIEK oeneeK di HELP ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INDEX then press it MENU VIEW INDEX IMAGES Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the INDEX desired still image th it Th SLIDE SHOW 1 ge then press it The one you SLIDE SHOW 2 selected is displayed on the whole screen then the PROTECT Folaveack DELETE screen enters normal playback e On the Index Menu Screen 6 still images are gt MENU END displayed at a time When viewing the still images that follow the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial In to move the frame from Index No 1 to No 6 and then rotate it further downward The frame is Menu Screen MV anne placed on the 7th still image automatically Images oil al ola 03 x_ after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same RINO Way e If the desired still image cannot be found place the highlight bar on EXIT then press the MENU Jog Dial twice to exit the Menu Screen NOTES e When moving the frame from the 7th still image back DI to the 6th rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on EXIT then rotate it further upward The frame is moved to the 6th still image Perform the same procedure for the 13th imag
57. e On the Index Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode Playback screen EN 59 Protect This mode helps prevent accidental erasure of images Put a padlock mark next to the desired still image and that still image cannot be deleted ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS PROTECT MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to PROTECT then press it Set the System Select MENU Jog Dial Switch to D S C elf you do not want to perform Protect for any still image go to step 4 SET PROTECT Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image then press it The padlock mark appears above the selected image MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE e On the Protect Menu Screen all still images are displayed six at a time To perform Protect for the still images that come after the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from Index No 1 to No 6 then rotate it further downward The frame is placed automatically on the 7th still image Images after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same way e To complete Protect go to step 4 CLOSE MENU Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on EXIT then press it twice gt MENU END Menu Screen EXIT lt PROTECT gt ola fore To remove Protect Perform st
58. e MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when PAUSE is displayed set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF To release when PAUSE and spp are not displayed press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF VIDEO PLAYBACK Basic Playback LOAD A CASSETTE First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked SELECT MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to PLAY The power indicator lights REW Power Switch PLAY BACK 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears PLAY PAUSE STOP PLAYBACK 4 Press STOP Rewind or Fast forward the tape Press REW to rewind or FF 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 agai
59. e and gives it a fantasy look ND ND ND EFFECT ND Effect A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject d d SEPIA N ae D The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide F pg 29 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie en2 Dial LCD monitor Mod symbol Viewfinder indication DOS iD ed LUMI Twilight 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 lt gt pg 38 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing CF pg 37 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action EE Nega Posi Negative Positive The colours of a picture are reversed TESA DENTE 112009 sec High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode 2 S EN O RECORDING Advanced Features cont Ex Fader Fade Wipe Fade in These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe
60. e with a low number this will not overwrite the existing picture because new pictures are automatically stored after the still image most recently stored in memory NOTES e When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power The playback picture can also be viewed in the viewfinder with the LCD monitor shut or on a connected TV t pg 46 Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section e When viewing a playback picture on a connected TV it may jitter slightly You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted LCD monitor viewfinder indications The battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed for approx 5 seconds on the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is turned on and then it disappears However the battery pack remaining power indicator blinks when the power is almost gone N ui ui ui To move the page back Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Set the System Selet Switch to D S C LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen EXIT lt PROTECT gt oi x 02 x al 03 x Setting Menu ex PROTECT ii MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 Normal Screen D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Fea
61. ecord pg 22 AWG FOCUS ceinen pg 36 Auto Mode Lock Mode pg 27 50 Auto Mode Release Mode pg 27 50 B Battery PACKS sccsveccssmaccdvaspenasanses pg 8 81 Brighten The Image pg 35 C Cor Balena pg 9 Cassette Adapter pg 45 Charge Marker 0 gt pg 9 Charging the Battery Pack pg 8 Clock Lithium Battery pg 10 Colour Bar aiar pg 34 54 COM Port RS 2320 ceccnsiviccssaes pg 63 Connection To A VCR TV pg 46 Connection To A Windows PO MaCIMOS N pui pg 63 CON pera Cover page Counter Memory icvssstaasscosedenues pg 44 D Darken The Image pg 35 Date Time eresia pg 22 Date Time Senza pg 11 Delete Menu Screen pg 60 Delete Modera pg 60 Delete Select Menu Screen pg 60 DEMO Mode cccccceserseseseeees pg 34 54 Digital ZOOM pg 20 34 54 Digital Still Camera pg 48 Diopter AdjUSst pg 14 Discharge The Battery Pack pg 8 EN 55 E Electronic Fog Filter Mode pg 27 50 Erase PTOtECHON cipria pg 15 Exposure Control crcieccesntsnnieeees pg 35 F PR nani pg 28 Fast Forward Tape pg 42 FINE MOOG aaa pg 49 Full IMAGO ziczac pg 25 48 G Grip Adjustment lt ceccsseccesssgacaces pg 12 H High Speed Shutter Mode pg 27 51 Index Code Marking
62. een CLOSE MENU 3 Press the MENU Jog Dial D S C PLAYBACK Connection To DIGITAL jack 8 pin Set to D S C PC connection cables provided For Macintosh For Windows To Modem Port or Printer Port I To COM Port RS 232C LCD monitor or viewfinder PCXMODE NOTES EN 65 Connection to a Windows PC Macintosh Image data stored in the camcorder s built in memory can be transferred to a Windows PC or Macintosh and saved using the provided image transfer software The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software and the still image processed on the PC can be inserted onto a tape pg 71 CONNECT TO PERSONAL COMPUTER Connect the camcorder s DIGITAL jack to the COM Port RS 232C on a Windows PC or to the Modem Port Printer Port 8 pin on a Macintosh using the provided PC connection cable SELECT MODE Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY e A still image stored in memory appears e When transferring still images to a computer be sure that a still image is displayed on the screen RUN IMAGE TRANSFER SOFT WARE Launch the provided software on your Windows PC or Macintosh Transfer the still images stored in the camcorder s memory to the Windows PC or Macintosh Refer to the software s instruction manual on the provided CD ROM for de
63. eps 1 and 2 rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image with the padlock mark then press it The padlock mark located above the still image disappears and the image is no longer protected When finished removing protection perform step 4 A padlock mark appears NOTES e To move the frame from Index No 7 to 6 place the highlight bar on EXIT by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward Rotate the MENU Jog Dial further upward The frame is moved to the 6th still image automatically Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one On the Protect Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont Delete When the memory in which still images are stored becomes full the number of remaining shots available reaches 0 blinking In this situation it becomes impossible to take your next shot Delete some still images already stored in memory to make room for new Set the System Select MEN Dial Switch to D S C URRA INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen DELETE SELECT ALL In case of ALL Delete Menu Screen Lh in case of SELECT NEXT lt DELETE gt Delete Select Menu Screen In Vv DELETE CANCE L ENTER Delete Execute Menu Screen 4 Ill Menu Screen n shots J ACCESS MENU SCREEN
64. equipment DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry 4 en The Logical Choice Pa vista PAL E a Compact VHS l The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR with Cassette Adapter Programme AE with Special Effects pg 26 27 m Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release m Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect E Sepia m Twilight E Sports m Nega Posi m 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter LCD Colour Monitor pg 18 Integrated Auto Light 7 pg 23 MAJOR FEATURES Program Manager II F pg 26 41 Programme AE with Special Effects Fade Wipe Wide Super LoLux Instant Title Menu Adjustment Focus Exposure Control and so on Digital Still Camera Built in PC communication capable F pg 48 63 Picture Stabiliser lt pg 21 Digital Hyper Zoom lt pg 20 Zoom in PROVIDED ACCESSORIES EN O e AC Power Adapter e Cassette Adapter C P
65. er of pictures 5 Set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF NOTES For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode 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 Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected ACCESS MENU SCREEN automatically after the selected period of time RELEASE ANIMATION MODE 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 NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press th
66. even when switched off NOTES t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications CMA NN create 10 C to 35 C OPELALIOnN rici 0 C to 40 C STOFA GE RR A 10 C to 30 C e Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C 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 82 EN 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
67. g a still image it is not recorded onto the tape but it is stored in the camcorder s built in memory in the selected Picture Mode A stored still image data can be transferred to a PC saved and processed using a Paint Software programme CF pg 63 A still image processed on the PC can be also inserted onto a tape lt gt pg 63 SELECT MODE Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover then set the System Select Switch to D S C Set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and an image appears SELECT PICTURE MODE Set PICTURE to FINE or STANDARD in the Menu Screen CF pg 49 as required To select in the Full Auto mode turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Go to step 4 To shoot using various functions turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK Go to step 3 e There are two modes FINE allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images with higher resolution and STANDARD allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images with lower resolution SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE Press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to the other until the desired setting appears as shown in the illustration to the left SHOOT Press the SNAPSHOT Button e A still image is stored in the built in memory and displayed for approx 2 seconds While the still image remains displayed that image is in the process of being stored in memory and it is
68. gt pg 31 Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 WA AU M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEEDS FAST gt NEXT an Menu Screen gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE gt MENU END POL EUO OCO T BACK NEXT EXIT CLEAR E a 2Z lt Om O ANUT NVQROD oe gt O 9 I OS OCH IOL 1KECYOULDVELLLLO lt BACK NEXT gt EXIT CLEAR EN 3 1 Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS CHARACTER MENU 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CHARACTER then press it INPUT CHARACTERS 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired character blink then press it The selected character appears at the bottom of the screen Repeat for additional characters max 18 e To select the location of the next character rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make BACK or NEXT gt at the bottom of the screen blink then press it repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Rotate the MENU Jog Dial when you are done and the blinking cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING 4 Rotate the MENU jog dial to make
69. gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T605 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen TAPE LENGTH T30 T45 T60 TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu MENU FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W AU W B TO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT SP LP Recording Mode Button System Select Switch MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder Recording mode indicator Tape length indicator VIDEO GETTING STARTED cont Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears SET TAPE LENGTH Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the correct setting T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes in SP elf you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen
70. h 1 Press FF during playback Reverse Search 1 Press REW during playback Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search This is normal Counter Memory Function To make it easier to locate a 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 STOP then REW The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes e To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so the M disappears VIDEO PLAYBACK Using The Cassette A EN 45 Compartment door Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it and install one R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration to the left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the t
71. he desired display appears e Even if you shoot with the date time character displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting they will not be recorded AUTO DATE RECORD 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 pressing DATE TIME In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded e Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mode and disables all other modes EN 2d FEATURE Video Light PURPOSE To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Can be accessed when the LCD monitor is opened DANGER m The video light can become extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light OPERATION 1 Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch as required ON _ Always keeps the l
72. he cover To J termi JLIP Editing cable provided 03 5 mini plug cable To Rem PAUSE RM V709U provided I I I I I I I I To Pause In To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors nal Audio and Video cables optional To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors If your TV VCR has the SCART connector use I the provided cable ma ote adapter VCR Recording deck lt 4 MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT TO 7 A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R A EDIT CONNECTOR Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector VCR OTHER THAN TYPE A OR Connect the editing cable to the RM V709U s Pause In jack PREPARE CAMCORDER Insert a recorded tape Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO and set the Power Switch to PLAY PREPARE VCR Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to VCR s instructions OS En PLAY PAUSE FF RM V709U provided ISING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont SELECT SCENES ACCESS R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY 1 Press PLAY PAUSE then press ON OFF and the counter display appears on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE 2 Press REW or FF to lo
73. htly reddish when the Fade Wipe is used with Sepia gt pg 27 e With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 27 engaged when Fader not Mosaic is used the image fades in out to a white screen e Even if you start shooting with the Fade Wipe indication displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting the Fade Wipe does not function E ISLIDE OFF oe Recording Start Stop Button en 29 LCD monitor or viewfinder Wide This feature allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect ENGAGE WIDE MODE 1 Press WIDE Wide mode e To restore normal screen press WIDE again Super LoLux Gain Up Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown to the left Once the desired mode appears it is engaged WIDE SUPER LOLUX e The mode s name is displayed for approx 2 seconds then disappears MAX To record a subject in a dark lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment
74. ight on as long as the camcorder is turned on AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject OFF Turns off the light m The video light can only be used with the camcorder s power on m t is recommended to set the white balance pg 38 to HALOGEN mode lt when you use the video light m When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power e Even if the battery indicator I does not blink if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light turned on When the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch is set to AUTO e Depending on the lighting conditions the video light may keep turning on and off In this case manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON switch e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode F pg 27 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode pg 27 is engaged the light will not activate LCD monitor or viewfinder P Pin Up No display Full SNAPSHOT 7 LCD monitor or amp viewfinder ex Pin Up qui ui ui 1 D 70 ROO ND IN GE Clarice Snapshot This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital still images that look like photographs onto a tape as well as keeping them in the camcorder s built in memory I
75. ion except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears and the highlight bar is placed on FOCUS ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it a and 2 appear The focus is locked at this point ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward lt appears and blinks Go to step 5 To nearer subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward appears and blinks Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disppears and 4 amp reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 3 To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 1 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 up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths e When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer a or amp will blink Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DAT
76. itor is pressed Wipe them gently with soft cloth Gently wipe the LCD monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won t come out easily 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 consult your nearest JVC dealer The dioptre needs to be adjusted lt gt pg 12 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 36 e The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position of the Lens Cover 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 r en 79 When the System Select Switch is set to VIDEO POSSIBLE CAUSE RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Make sure the Erase Protection tab is 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 15 If the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to record onto the tape Change the Switch position to VIDEO
77. leting EXIT lt INDEX gt pote 02 x 03 x l ACCESS DELETE EXECUTE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CANCEL or ENTER then press it e CANCEL does not delete the selected still images and the screen returns to the Menu Screen e ENTER deletes the selected still images While ENTER blinks they are in the process of being deleted from memory After deleting is finished the screen returns to the Menu Screen CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu screen CAUTION While ENTER is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage NOTES Before deleting some still images stored in memory perform Protect for the necessary ones t pg 59 or save them on a PC so that you do not lose them accidentally pg 63 Even if ALL is selected on the Delete Menu Screen it is not possible to delete a still image with a padlock mark ALL only deletes all still images that are not protected After images are deleted from memory the remaining images are automatically moved up to fill in any gaps in the numerical sequence The Index No for images protected with the padlock mark may the
78. lly discharge the battery pack before recharging Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings 2 e The CHG indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHG indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow To discharge the battery attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the above illustration Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place BATT RELEASE Approximate recording time unit min LCD LCD LCD BATT monitor on monitor off monitor on PACK Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on DETACH BATTERY PACK ATTENTION Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction 35 35 BN V22U 105 75 110 75 95 70 BN V25U 145 100 150 105 130 90 when the light is on en 9 A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged
79. m Zooming speed is available A total of 4 zoom speeds are available 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed press the button fully for regular speed press it lightly for slow speed while 2 speed levels FAST SLOW can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu 1 Set the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to ZOOM SPEED then press it The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired speed and press it twice The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus C pg 37 then zoom in or out in Record mode The zoom level indicator I moves during zoom Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital process ing During Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM to OFF in the Menu Screen t pg 34 Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed ZOOM SPEED Pressing the in the Menu Power Zoom Bu
80. minutes try turning the power back on If it still doesn t come on consult your nearest JVC dealer Some functions are not available The Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK 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 The indicators and the picture colour on the LCD monitor are not clear The LCD monitor the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus Even though the Lens Cover is open the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder e Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder 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 is made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD mon
81. n set the Power Switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY e Vhen the Power Switch is set to PLAY and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power The playback picture can also be viewed in the viewfinder with the LCD monitor shut or on a connected TV t pg 46 Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted LCD monitor viewfinder indications e The battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed for approx 5 seconds on the LCD monitor Tape counter when the LCD monitor is turned on and then it disappears However the battery pack remaining power indicator 71 blinks when the power is Tape running almost gone l iidicator e During Stop Fast Forward or Rewind mode none of gt Playback the indications are displayed in the viewfinder gt gt Fast Forward Forward Search lt lt Rewind Reverse Search LCD monitor veninder H Still Playback indications Battery pack remaining power indicator Recording mode indicator VIDEO PLAYBACK Features 2256 Speaker oe Geccccccccces MENU Jog Dial Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor To brighten the image turn the BRIGHT Dial towards To darken the image turn the Dial towards
82. ng scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording with the camcorder on a tripod 22 en DATE TIME Date display Time display Date Time display Auto Date Date off mode Record mode No display The characters you have set using Character Generator lt gt pg 31 Date display Auto Date Record mode AUTO DATE Auto date record mode Time display Auto date record executed Date Time display 25 12 98 22 50 00 FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features cont Date Time Character Insert To display the date and time on the LCD monitor in the viewfinder or on a connected colour monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK 2 Choose a display mode by pressing DATE TIME repeatedly while in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration to the left m You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure lt gt pg 11 If you haven t do so first DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded If you don t want to record the display select the Date off mode before shooting e f you want to delete the display during shooting press DATE TIME e To recall the display engage the Record Standby mode and press DATE TIME repeatedly until t
83. ning the video heads Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or interrupted Although this camcorder is equipped with a built in head cleaner which automatically cleans the heads reducing the likelihood of dirty heads if such troubles are encountered we recommend the use of the cleaning cassette specifically designed for JVC camcorders model number TCC 2U Please use the cleaning cassette as indicated below 1 After inserting the cleaning cassette activate the Play mode for a maximum of 15 seconds normally 5 seconds is sufficient 2 Remove the cleaning cassette and check the playback picture with a previously good recorded tape 3 If the picture is clear then recording on a new tape can begin when desired If the picture is not clear repeat steps 1 to 3 up to two more times If the picture is still unclear consult your local JVC dealer Important Note If heads have become dirty the associated tape will also be damaged please do not use the tape again e A built in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a cassette is loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging e Cleaning cassette TCC 2U is available from your JVC local dealer 54 EN GENERAL Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Including viewfinder Speaker Power source Power consumption LC
84. o cables optional To AUDIO and the SCART connector connector use the provided si cable adapter i VCR Recording deck Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration to the left connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING 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 SELECT VCR MODE Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes FIND EDIT IN POINT Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it s reached press PAUSE on the camcorder START EDITING Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press PAUSE on the camcorder EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished en4 e e e e 4 LCD monitor or viewfinder Set to D S C No display lt gt P Full Pin Up Pin Up A still image on a white background A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel Full Id A still image that S _ occupies the entire image field is stored Pictrue mode display Remaining number of shots 22 21 1 30 Blinking ITAL STILL CAMERA D S C SHOOTING Basic Shooting When shootin
85. objects when not in 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 extremely low under 0 C tempera tures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C 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 M 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 CAUTIONS cont LCD Monitor 1 To prevent damage to the
86. ompartment cover while pressing the release tab REMOVE BATTERY when replacing Insert a pointed non metallic object between the battery and the compartment and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensure that the plus side is up and insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries MENU M Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen When the System Select Switch is set to D S C PICTURE is displayed DATE TIME YEAR 19986 MONTH oy DA 1 TIME 22 50 DATE TIME Setting Menu 24 hour indication MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT en 1 1 Date Time Setting ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME then press it The DATE TIME Setting Menu appears elf you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings rotate the MENU Jog Dial to mo
87. op and grasp the grip ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Button Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration to the left SELECT MODE 2 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTRE Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA eee eZ en 15 Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 7 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet C then fold it back and thread it through the keeper and then through the buckle 8 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 4 making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left Q then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2 Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 7 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 14 LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU
88. ottom and or the back of the main unit e The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark m The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91 157 EEC and 93 86 EEC m Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly MV Ll ENO This camcorder is designed to be used with C ES ERI PAL type colour television signals It cannot be li used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD m This camcorder is designed exclusively for the monitor viewfinder playback are possible VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked anywhere Use the BN V12U BN V22U VHS C can be used with this unit BN V25U battery packs and to recharge them m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter equipment Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the
89. out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode ENGAGE FADE OR WIPE STANDBY MODE Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown Function indication at left Once the desired mode appears it is selected and reserved Fade out gt EFFECT LCD monitor or ss EIMOSAIC viewfinder e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 2 seconds Then the name After 2 sec disappears and only the indication remains START OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out ee TO CANCEL FADE OR WIPE i STANDBY MODE T Ex FADER 3 Press EFFECT repeatedly until OFF appears T MOSAIC e OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the OFF fade wipe standby mode is canceled No indication _ EAASHUTTER Fader Fades in out to a black screen Mosaic Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern Ay 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 centre 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 NOTES e Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic Fader is selected The screen becomes slig
90. ove dust using a blower brush RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Align the marks 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 Mould may form if the lens is left dirty 14A OLS INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS O D O UOO OF amp 30MIN gt S LX za E REC SP FINE 12 on 7 gt gt gt TWILIGHT i al 18 D NORM 01 D _ LENS COVER MWB 20 PAUSE PI DT RG 23 49 TAPE END O call MERRY CHRISTMAS 25 12 98 22 50 00 LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications 1 Cassette Warning Tape Remaining Time r pg 15 When no cassette is inserted the cassette Pa warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette Pa warning lights Otherwise the tape remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warningt blinks when the tape is about to reach its end When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and a tape is loaded the cassette Ga mark is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab s position 2 Recording Mode SP LP late fer lfc RR e emerst es CF pg 14 3 0 Programme AE Indicator CF pg 26 Displayed at 8 for approx 1 second when the Select Dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indica
91. place Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade Wipe Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available e By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically e During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK EN b Oo Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it 00 exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 5 Select Dial MENU LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSU
92. put 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO OUT connector Audio Output 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO OUT connector JLIP 3 5 mm diameter 4 pole mini head jack Digital Mini DIN 8 pin External microphone input 68 dBs high impedance unbalanced with 93 5 mm MONO AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V15EK Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Va 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DCR 106 VTR DG OJ yY Ta LOA Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Approx 350 g Dimensions Weight CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Dimensions Weight Approx 240 g Accessory R6 AA size battery x 1 Provided Accessories CF pg 5 Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e RF Unit RF V5E e Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 40 30 20 Active Carrying Bag CB V7U e Remote Control Unit RM V700U 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 INDEX A AC Power Adapter pg 9 Animation Recording pg 41 65 Audio Dubbing asseaarseyverieveccewes pg 72 Auto Date R
93. r shot When the still image disappears and the scene you are currently aimed at appears on the screen take another shot pg 48 The Protect function is in effect for some still images If they are not necessary cancel the Protect function then try deleting all still images again C pg 59 It is not possible to display the date time on a still image It is not possible to display the Instant Titles on a still image It is not possible to set REC TIME in the Menu Screen Since the camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device external noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly For example when a still image you shot is stored in the camcorder s built in memory the above may cause the following Although the remaining number of shots indicator shows that shooting is possible a still image cannot be stored in memory after shooting In such a case initialize the memory by following steps 1 through 3 below Please note that initialization deletes all the still images including ones for which you performed the Protect function stored in the camcorder s memory If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory before initialization first transfer them to a PC and save them If image data is corrupt transfer is impossible FORMAT CANCEL Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY
94. r approx 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed e When the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to VIDEO the picture is stored not only in the camcorder s built in memory but also onto the tape if a tape is in the camcorder F pg 24 When you shoot in a dark environment the still image will become coarse and its true colours will be lost 50 EN D S C SHOOTING Advanced Features During Digital Still Camera shooting various functions used for movie shooting are also available After setting the following functions press the SNAPSHOT Button to shoot A still image which takes advantage of these movie functions is stored in memory Allows you to use the optical zoom or the Digital Zoom Zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Select optical zoom or Digital Zoom in the Menu Screen CF pg 52 Picture When recording while holding the camorder in your hand or when shooting a Stabiliser subject with little or no contrast subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in the recorded image I pg 21 Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim I pg 23 Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Di
95. rd Pause mode BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order While editing the R A Edit counter of the scene which is beging copied is shown with a blinking highlight END AUTOMATIC EDITING 3 When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode Press STOP on both units To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press ON OFF Edited tape VCR STOP e When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable MENU Jog Dial NOTES O O RM V709U e If you performed step 1 C on page 67 MAKE provided CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing The on screen display only appears while the VCR REC STBY camcorder searches for each scene There may be noise at in or out points on the edited ON OFF tape with certain VCRs SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL Using the V709U it is also possible to perform deck to deck Random Player JVC VCR Assemble Editing The playback deck must be an R A Edit capable JVC VCR The recording deck can be m a VCR other than JVC or To Editing cable m a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R A EDIT R A EDIT provided connector How to use Connect the playback deck and RM V70
96. ready at its end is loaded If the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations the camcorder s power shuts off automatically Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again If the Recording Start Stop Button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately If you re recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function pg 21 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed While shooting sound is not heard from the speaker DEO RECORDING Basic Recording cont Power indicator Tally lamp System Select lights while recording Switch is in progress Shooting while watching the LCD monitor Before the following steps perform step 1 I pg 16 ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears in the LCD monitor with the word PAUSE s
97. refore change e When selecting the desired still image in step 4 to move the frame from No 7 to 6 place the highlight bar on EXIT by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward Rotate it further upward to move the frame to No 6 Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one On the Delete Select Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode Set the System Select Switch to D S C MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT gt MENU END Menu Screen 4 Ex SLIDE SHOW 1 MENU Jog Dial D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont Slide Show You can run through all the still images stored in memory automatically This is like a regular slide show There are 2 types available Select either according to your needs ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to SLIDE SHOW 1 or SLIDE SHOW 2 then press it If you select SLIDE SHOW 1 all still images stored in memory are displayed in numerical order If you select SLIDE SHOW 2 the still image wipes in to push up the previous one from the bottom of the screen to the top e To end SLIDE SHOW press the MENU Jog Dial The still image which follows the still image displayed at the moment the MENU Jog Dial is pressed appears then the screen returns to the Menu Scr
98. rs that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR There are three basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR Al Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR SUPPLY POWER 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Connection To A TV With A V Input Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its instructions Connection To A TV With NO A V Input Connectors Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional RF V5E RF unit Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection procedure TAPE DUBBING When connecting the cables open the jack cover Power Switch To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Vide
99. s with low or poor lighting Gain Up gt pg 29 Self Timer Once the camcorder is set the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture e Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg 40 then press the SNAPSHOT Button as step 5 in place of the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed a still image is shot automatically lt gt pg 40 Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO PICTURE gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO 06 DEMO MODE gt MENU END Setting Menu ex INT TIME Ill 4 gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE gt MENU END 4 LI Normal Screen SC SHOOTING Advanced Features cont Using Menu 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 ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed When the highlight bar reaches
100. t Editing REW PLAY INSERT PAUSE RM V709U optional 72 Audio dubbing indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder Set to VIDEO To external microphone input jack capped RM V709U provided ISING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing VIDEO procedure I gt pg 70 before continuing e The sound comes from the built in microphone or an external microphone if connected FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub new audio press PLAY to view the recorded tape then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE Press and hold A DUB and without releasing A DUB press and release PAUSE BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub Standby mode END AUDIO DUBBING 4 Press STOP NOTES e Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate e If the microphone is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is too high whistling or howling may occur NOTES for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments or if
101. t be opened unless a power supply is attached Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette If there is any slack turn the 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 allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder can t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing e Power F pg 8 e Recording Mode Tape Length Setting lt pg 14 Grip Adjustment pg 12 LOAD A CASSETTE iu 7 First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked Shooting while watching the viewfinder ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it System
102. t is a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties weddings and graduations SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to the other as shown in the illustration to the left e When the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK it is not possible to select the Snapshot Mode Only the Full image no display is available Go to step 2 TAKE SNAPSHOT Press the SNAPSHOT Button e A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the camcorder s built in memory e There are two Picture Modes you can choose from when storing in the camcorder s memory FINE and STANDARD The maximum number of shots you can take varies according to the selected setting The selected Picture Mode and remaining number of shots are displayed on the screen The factory preset is FINE If you want to change the setting perform Picture Mode Setting I pg 49 FINE Allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images STD Standard Allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images If you press during recording first there is a momentary camera shutter type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing then a still image appears The next image starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners The screen changes as shown in the illustrations 1 to to the left and the screens 1 to 5 are recorded onto the
103. tails e During transfer of the still image the camcorder s screen becomes blue and PCXMODE is dis played After transferring is finished the screen displays the same still image as in step 2 END TRANSFERRING 4 Close the software then switch off the camcorder e Before transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder s built in memory perform the camcorder s Picture Mode Setting 7 pg 49 The still images will be transferred from the personal computer in the selected Picture Mode When transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder make sure the number of images to be transferred is smaller than the camcorder s remaining number of shots available Use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack The still images stored in the camcorder s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to the PC If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder s memory delete them t pg 60 61 Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation registered in the U S A and other countries Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S A and other countries 64 en USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations PLAY STOP PAUSE FF and REW of your VCR This remote control unit makes addition
104. terminal JLIP The numbers range from 01 to 99 Factory setting is 07 DEMO MODE OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade Wipe Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available e By turning off the camcorder DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically e During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled __ Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK D S C PLAYBACK Basic Playback Vals Page Button Still images shot using this camcoder are automatically numbered then stored in numerical order in the built in memory You can view the still images stored in memory one at a time much like flipping through a photo album SELECT MODE Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY e The still image stored in memory is displayed e When no still image is stored in memory the screen becomes blue PLAY BACK Press W or T located on the Page Button to select the still image you want to view e Each time W is pressed the page goes back while each time T is pressed the page goes next e Even if you shoot a new picture after playing back a still imag
105. the top of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed e If the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER See respective pages FOCUS I pg 36 37 EXPOSURE CF pg 35 DATE TIME CF pg 11 CHARACTER IF pg 31 If you select JLIP ID NO press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting elf you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears NOTE The menu function except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are not available while in the Record mode SSS LLU ENDO Menu Screen Explanations AUTO Adjusts focus automatically MANU o Allows you to adjust focus manually pg 36 37 AUTO Adjusts e
106. tton SELSI fully lightly FAST ast SLOW 4 lowes L when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK FEATURE PURPOSE P STABILIZER RETAKE R F FEATURE PURPOSE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION OPERATION OPERATION EN 2 Quick Review To check the end of the last record ing 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode E Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal Retake To re record certain segments 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press Recording Start Stop Button to start recording Noise may appear during Retake This is normal Picture Stabiliser To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification 1 Press P STABILISER QQ appears m To switch off the Picture Stabiliser press P STABILISER The indicator disappears e Accurate stabilisation 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 shooti
107. tures Using Menu 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 ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e If the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select INDEX I pg 58 e Select the desired still image in the INDEX Menu Screen then press the MENU Jog Dial The selected still image appears on the whole screen then the screen enters normal playback It is not necessary to perform steps 4 and 5 If you select SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT or DELETE See respective pages END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears NOTE If you rotate the MENU Jog Dial while watching in the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted rotate it in the direction which is opposite to the one descried in this manual SSS LL ND All still images stored in memory can be displaye
108. uperimposed upon it START SHOOTING Tilt the LCD monitor upward downward for best viewability 7 pg 19 and press the Recording Start Stop button pp appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress STOP RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens we recommend that you use the viewfinder pg 16 The tape remaining time is not displayed on the LCD monitor However when the tape is about to reach its end the following indicators appear 2MIN gt 1MIN gt OMIN e For other notes refer to pg 17 iii en 19 Self recording BRIGHT Dial Journalistic shooting In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results OPEN LCD MONITOR 7 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open TILT LCD MONITOR Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction e The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle 270 90 downward 180 upward Interface shooting A 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 TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward e When the
109. use 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 SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS Dust and dirt on video heads 1 Always allow enough time for your camcorder to acclimatize to its environment before using it 2 Do not use the unit in areas of high humidity Typical areas of high humidity are given below e From being used or stored in a very cold outdoor situation then immediately being used ina warm indoor situation e From being used or stored in a cool air conditioned situation then being used in a high humidity outdoor situation e Other areas where rapid large temperature changes can occur 3 Taking care of your C format video cassette tapes e Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position complete in their cassette cases e During transportation always store cassettes in their cassette cases 4 Check recorded information at regular intervals If the camcorder is equipped with a quick review facility use this facility to check whether the picture is clear or not If the quick review or playback picture is not clear then the video heads may be dirty NOTE As a maladjusted tracking control can give similar symptoms to dirty video heads please check that the tracking control of the unit is in the centre position EN 65 Clea
110. ve illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting Interval Timer Indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder Index Code Marking Rec Time Indicator START STOP VISS INT TIME REC TIME RM V709U provided FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE EN 65 Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse The remote control lets you set release Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as well as the Menu Screen Self Timer 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 4 on pg 40 Self Timer press INT TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and No indication off 2 Release Instead of setting INT TIME to OFF in the Menu press INT TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears Animation 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 41 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 15 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 41 press REC TIME on the remote
111. ve highlight bar to EXIT and press it then go to step 6 elf you want to set only the time without changing the date go to step 4 SET DATE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking e Repeat this procedure until you re satisfied with the Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking START CLOCK OPERATION When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen appears and MENU END is highlighted CLOSE MENU 6 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTE To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Character Insert 7 pg 22 1 GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 7 Separate the Velcro strip INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the lo
112. xposure automatically Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 35 DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time F pg 11 Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m 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 e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus PICTURE Allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images in JPEG Joint Photographic Expert Group format Since the quality of image is better than STANDARD FINE is more suitable for post production on a PC STANDARD Allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images in JPEG Joint STD Photographic Expert Group format Since in this mode twice as many still images can be shot as in the FINE mode select this mode when you wish to shoot many still images This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment However precise colour adjustment is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour MWB HALOGEN Whena predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white bal

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