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JVC GR-AX860 User's Manual

1. Connection To A TV With NO A V Input NOTES Connectors Playback ONLY e lt is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead NOTE of the battery pack ised onal RE VSE RF uni e To monitor the picture and sound from the ds R ome camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s power switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode e If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection procedure 36 PLAYBACK Basic Playback PLAY PAUSE Ty o NOTE Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in Basic Connections CS pg 35 LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Slide 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 2 Set the Power switch to PLAY The Power On indicator lights PLAYBACK 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears in the viewfinder and the connected TV 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 NOTE The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in ST
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3. 2 Press COUNTER R M 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 e The counter memory functions in the FF and REW modes e To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M so the M disappears ITT TTT e CMS LIP 38 A EDIT PLAY PAUSE Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at 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 3 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 To AUDIO out Power switch To VIDEO out Y Audio and Video cable optional If your TV VCR has the SCART connector To AUDIO IN use the provided To VIDEO IN J J cable adapter Y
4. JVC COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR A X860 Compact VHS VASIH E INSTRUCTIONS IW GETTING STARTED 6 RECORDING 14 Basic Recording 14 Basic Features 15 Video Light 17 Advanced Features 18 Date Time Insert 18 Snapshot AA 19 Digital Image Stabilizer DNR ee E 20 Exposure Control 000000020 20 White Balance Adjustment 21 FOCUSING 2c0s3scescnssseetennaveaveoss 22 Programme AE With Special Elec 2055 c cscesssetstsapentocoentetses 24 Fade Wipe ooooccooccccccoccccnannnnss 26 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment ccconnnonncccncnnnnnos 28 Instant Titles ee 30 Self Timer ooooooncccccccccccccnnos 32 Animation oooooccnnoccccnncncccnnnns 33 Time Lapse ooooonnccnncnnnocnnonnnnno 33 PLAYBACK 34 Using The Cassette Adapter 34 Basic Connections 35 Basic Playback 36 Features sesssnscoccestiessseaneess 37 EDITING 38 Tape Dubbing 38 Random Assemble Editing R A Edit 38 Insert Editing 42 Audio Dubbing 43 USER MAINTENANCE 44 TROUBLESHOOTING 45 INDEX 47 Controls 47 Connectors 00eeeceeeeees 48 Indicators 48 Other Parts 48 Viewfin
5. 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 START SHOOTING Tally lamp Press the RECORDING START STOP button eThe tally lamp lights while recording is in progress and BEC appears in the viewfinder gt gt e If you want to turn the tally lamp off see page 29 STOP RECORDING Press the RECORDING START STOP button again to stop recording Tape remaining time indicator 120min gt 119min gt 3min 1min Blinking lt 2min Blinking The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode Omin Blinking min Now calculating NOTES e A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached e There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force e The tape s remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder as shown e The indicated remaining time is approximate e The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of pie used e The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected CG pg 10 e When using a 60 minute tape the tape ramaining time displayed will not be accurate e TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically
6. its corresponding out point e To ensure correct operation leave at least 15 seconds open between scenes e Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points e If 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 Pressing R A EDIT clears all in and out points from memory Leave a small margin for error around each in point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety ETT TEE CS CIR 41 O EE AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR 1 3 2 ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT MODE Vv AA O O A O 8 Point the remote control toward the VCR s infrared Po a a sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually rerema TT TT engage the VCR s Record Pause mode BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press EDIT on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the EDIT STOP specified order END AUTOMATIC EDITING When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode Press STOP on both units EDITED TAPE VCR e When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable NOTES e If you performed step 1 C on page 39 MAKE CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing e The on screen display only appears
7. magnifies wide angle images to approximately 3 6 times the original size and enables zooming in the 18x 50x range 140x magnifies wide angle images to ys approximately 10 times the e original size and allows zoomin e from 50x to 140x To disable Shi e D e D D D D D Shooting mode Ile te JE selector FAR e MENU a e NEAR Power zoom lever y Zoom set it to OFF 4 Press MENU to close the Main Menu screen NOTES e During Hyper Zoom the speed increases the further you slide the Zoom Lever e Focusing may be come unstable during Hyper Zoom In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby set manual focus or Focus Lock CG pg 22 23 then zoom in or out in Record mode The Zoom Level Indicator only moves during optical zoom Once the indicator reaches T all magnification from that point is through digital processing During digital image processing the quality of the image may suffer FEATURE Quick Review PURPOSE To check the end of the last recording Main Menu OPERATION 1 Press and release quickly screen during the Record Standby mode e Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automati cally then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Date Time Sub Menu NOTE Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal AH AAA 1 WER LIP 1 6 RECORDING
8. optional as Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in A the illustration to the left NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V BH V3E optional AH AAA 1 WER LIP GETTING STARTED cont Clock Battery Lithium 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 compartment 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 Ensuring the plus side is up insert the CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS t gt pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 1 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration at left SELECT MODE 2 Set the power switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTER Turn the diopter adjustment control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA REE ll DD Shooting mode selector Date Time Setting FAR SELECT MODE MENU Set the Power swi
9. Basic Features cont FEATURE Index Code Marking PURPOSE To give you automatic access to any selected point on a recording Auto Marking and Manual Marking are available OPERATION Auto Marking An index code is marked to start the first recording after a cassette is inserted as long as the Power switch is set to CAMERA Manual Marking 1 Press VISS once to place the index code INDEX blinks in the START STOP viewfinder during marking NOTE If VISS is pressed during Record Standby mode the mark is VISS placed where RECORDING START STOP is pressed RM V706U provided FEATURE Retake PURPOSE To re record certain segments OPERATION 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording 3 Press RECORDING START STOP to start recording NOTE Noise may appear during Retake This is normal FEATURE Auto Pause System PURPOSE To automatically stop recording when the camcorder is pointed down preventing accidental recordings of the ground your feet etc OPERATION 1 Set AUTO PAUSE to ON When the camcorder is tilted down by a large degree from its horizontal position during recording the Record Standby mode is automatically engaged AUTO PAUSE appears in the viewfinder NOTES e The Auto Pause System is also effective when the camcorder is Record Standby Up
10. EY Random Assemble Editing pg 38 41 Estas teen e Remote Control Unit RM V706U e AC Power Adapter Charger AA V11EK e Cassette Adapter e Battery Pack C P7U BN V12U e Lithium Battery CR2025 SUPPLY POWER Hook on BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack E Hook on the battery packs top end to the camcorder Charging procedure CS P 6 Bruch in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE EB Slide EJECT H Insert a video cassette El Press PUSH For more details P 11 SHOOTING El PLay PAUSE Set to PLAY El Set the power switch to PLAY H Press REW The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape El Press PLAY PAUSE Playback starts and the playback picture appears in the viewfinder e To stop playback press STOP For more details 7 P 36 m Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter gt P 34 LENS COVER open close knob H Recording Start Stop button H Slide the LENS COVER open close knob to open the lens cover H Set the power switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear in the viewfinder El Press RECORDING START STOP Recording starts e To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the
11. Focus F pg 22 e Shift Zoom F pg 15 is in use Beyond the optical zoom limit magnification is achieved through digital processing This will cause the image to look as though it s out of focus A character generator title and the e f you remove the power source from the camcorder while date and time displays disappear the power is on all settings and selections are erased from the viewfinder Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source Even though the Lens Cover is open e The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the the Lens Cover Warning indicator camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position blinks 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 INDEX Controls Controls Multi Function Control FAR NEAR Buttons e000eeeeee F pg 9 EFFECT PROG AE Button TS pg 24 O PUSH Button 0 eseeseeseeseeeseesteneeseeeeenenees I7 pg 5 Shooting Mode Selector s cecseeeee 17 pg 9 DISPLAY Button ou eee gt pg 18 SNAPSHOT MODE Button CS pg 19 FADE WIPE Button c ocoociccinioniccnnincnncoso pg
12. Pack pg 6 Record Standby eeeee pg 14 Cinema Mode sssi pg 25 Recording Advanced Features pg 18 33 Clock Lithium Battery wee pg 8 Recording cococicconincnninnnncncnnonconos pg 14 Connection to a VCR TV cocicicioninicnininnons pg 35 Recording Start Stop pg 14 Contents sisisi pg Cover Recording Mode Setting pg 11 Counter Memory 37 Remote Control Unit pg 13 D Remove Cassette pg 11 Retake sissies pg 16 Darken the Image c cece pg 20 EINEN pg 36 Date Time Insert pg 18 S Date Time Setting pg 9 Digital Image Stabilizer pg 20 Sepia Mode iii pg 25 Discharge the Battery pack pg 6 Shift Zoom sas Diopter Adluet coronas pg 8 Shoulder Strap Attachment pg 12 E Shuttle Sears dorada pg 37 Snapshot pg 19 Erase ProtectiOn ooocncoconononnnnnnonncnnnrnnonnos pg 11 Specifications pg 53 Exposure Control i ooccicionicccionnnnonnconicnonos pg 20 Sports Mode pg 25 F Still Playback Pg 37 TE pg 29 Fannt sereen pg 26 T Fast Forward Tape PB Focus Lock Tape Counter coocccconconnnanonnnonnconoranonanonarnnos pg 36 G Tape Dubbing eg eegegeree EA Ee geg pg 38 Tape Length Setting ssssissssisssssssrssssssessssses pg 10 Grip Adjustment eege pg 12 Time Lapse Shooting i pg 33 H Tracking wee pg 37 Tripod Mounting we pg 12 High Speed Shutter Mode ue pg 25 Twilight Mode cs
13. 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 performed when the RM V706U MBR Multi Brand Remote is set to operate with your brand of VCR see chart on the next page but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE ETT TEE CS CIR A OSD SET REMOTE VCR CODE SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote MBR SET toward the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to VCR CTL the chart at 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 VCR CODE LIST OPERATE THE VCR VCR BRAND BUTTONS MM VCRBRAND BUTTONS 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while NAME NAME 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 RM V706U provided BLAUPUNKT You re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and FERGUSON SANYO SE those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited
14. Recording Start Stop button once again For more details P 14 ITT TTT e CMS LIP 6 GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES e 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 CHG charge indicator SUPPLY POWER Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall POWER To AC outlet outlet The power indicator lights gege ES ATTACH BATTERY PACK END S Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the indicator direction of the arrow until it locks in place The CHG indicator lights DETACH BATTERY PACK When charging is completed the END indicator lights Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow BN V12U approx 1 hr 10 min approx 3 hrs 30 min BN V22U approx 2 hrs 10 min approx 7 hrs BN V25U approx 2 hrs 40 min approx 10 hrs 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 DETACH BATTERY PACK 2 Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack Hook on BATT PACK RECORDING TIME BATT RELEASE BN V12U approx 1 hr 35 min BN V22U approx 2 hrs 10 min 1 hr 20 min BN V25U approx 2 hrs 50 min 1 hr 50 min L When the
15. Video Light is on ATTENTION Se lai s The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows Before detaching the power source you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging make sure that the camcorder s power To discharge the batter is turned off Failure to do so can result attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the in a camcorder malfunction illustration to the left Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete HC NN ZT 7 CHARGE MARKER E Ch k A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to arge marser 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 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 6 are for fully discharged battey 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 High temperatures can damage the battery pack
16. e To switch off the Digital Image Stabilizer press D I STABILIZER The indicator disappears Shooting Mode Selector D I STABILIZER NOTES e Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes e When shooting dark or dim subjects e When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting e When shooting scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds e When the Slow Shutter function is activated CS pg 25 the Digital Image Stabilizer DIS cannot be used If you try to activate this function while DIS is engaged QQ blinks telling you that DIS has been deactivated e Switch off DIS when recording with the camcorder on a tripod Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET Viewfinder DIS Indicator BRIGHTEN IMAGE Press maximum 06 The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder OR To brighten the image DARKEN IMAGE Press maximum 06 The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder O When you want to return to the factory setting Exposure Level Indicator hd Eis RESTORE INITIAL SETTING Press and simultaneously
17. is highlighted OFF Happy Birthday Happy Holidays Our Family Movie Star Party Time 3 GR AX sOO0000000000 Clear m CSS CO m a E CR Ke MCAD N lt r oy KEY DEFGH I NOPQRS XYZAOU UNEOA if Ml oe 2h 456789 L 3 6 GR AX 8 6 0 sOO0000000 End Clear AH AAA 1 WER LIP 32 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Interval Timer Indicator Self Timer You can set the delay between pressing RECORDING START STOP 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 ENGAGE RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the lens cover is open then set the Power switch to CAMERA SELECT MODE Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET Recording Time Indicator Shooting mode selector ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS SUB MENU SCREEN Press to move the highlight bar down to Sub Menu then press NEAR The Sub Menu screen appears SET INTERVAL TIME Tally lamp EN Press to move the highlight bar down to Interval Timer press NEAR then press or to cycle START STOP through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 15S 30S 1min 5min or select to turn the function OFF Then INT TIME press FAR twice to return to the Main Menu screen REC TIME CLOSE MAIN MENU RM V706U
18. provided Press MENU Shift Zoom Tele Macro Gain U Color Filter Tape Length Title Date Time START DELAYED RECORDING Press RECORDING START STOP If you set the tally lamp to ON F pg 29 it begins blinking and the blinking frequency increases about 5 seconds before recording is to start Once recording begins the lamp stops blinking but stays lit To Release Self Timer i While the tally lamp is blinking press RECORDING Main Menu Screen Y START STOP to stop the blinking then set Interval Timer to OFF or press INT TIME on the remote MIEL ON control until disappears Interval Timer OFF While the tally lamp is lit but not blinking press set Interval Timer to OFF or press INT TIME on the Rec Time OFF remote control until disappears JLIP ID NO 07 NOTE Instead of performing steps 2 6 you can set the interval time by pressing INT TIME on the remote control Sub Menu Screen e ETT TEE CS CIR MM SS 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 ENGAGE RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the lens cover is open then set the power switch to CAMERA SET RECORDING SPEED Set SP LP to SP F pg 11 SET RECORDING TIME Press REC TIME on the remote control Four choices a
19. so use only where good ventilation is available Don t allow it to discharge in container such as a bag e 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 e To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack e A blinking CHG indicator means that the battery pack has become hot Wait until it cools down to continue 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 light during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery A Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration to the left NOTES e When using the car battery leave the engine idling Adapter Charger e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can AA V11EK provided also be used to charge the battery pack e When using the optional Car Battery Charger or yor Car Battery Cord AP V7E refer to the respective To car s instruction booklet cigarette To To AC outlet DC OUT DC cord Egger E USING AC POWER PNTE
20. t want to record the display select Date off mode before shooting e f you want to delete the display during shooting press DISPLAY e If you want to call back a deleted display engage the Record Standby mode and then press DISPLAY to select the desired display mode 1 ETT TT CS CIR MM IO SNAP SHOT Snapshot This interesting feature lets you record several types of digital still images that look and sound like photo graphs It s a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties weddings and graduations SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE Press SNAP SHOT MODE to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration at left Once the desired mode appears it is selected and activated and its indicator appears within 2 seconds PERFORM SNAPSHOT RECORDING Press SNAP SHOT If you press during recording a still image is displayed and recorded in the selected mode then the camcorder resumes normal recording In the Full and Frame modes the new image comes in gradually overall In the Pin Up and Multi Analyzer modes the new image comes in gradually from the centre If you press during RECORD STANDBY SNAP SHOT MODE Frame Pin up Full Multi 4 Multi 9 Pin Up A still image on a blue background The image is bordered in white and a shadow effect is added to give it a more dimensional feel a still image is displayed and recorded in the selected mode
21. the counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV To JLIP To AUDIO and REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE VIDED Our Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene connectors you want then press IN OUT to register that point vie A The data appears under IN on the display Editing cable Audio and Video provided _ cable optional REGISTER END OF SCENE Ic A Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and 1 B YOU INCR press IN OUT to register it The data appears under 1 Eonnector usa OUT on the display The total time of the registered i the provided scene s is displayed at the bottom of the screen To Remote cable adapter P OL EELS LLL ASA P PAUSE Hr REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES To Pause In To AUDIO IN Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene II To VIDEO IN as many as 8 MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered point le NOTES e The RM V706U can be used to operate other camcorder functions as well Point the RM V706U at the camcorder s VCR REC STBY ON OFF remote sensor and press any of the following buttons CANCEL function apears in parentheses IN OUT ON OFF camcorder R A EDIT 8 IN OUT camcorder IN OUT RM V706U provided CANCEL camcorder CANCEL e There must be at least one second between an in point and
22. the camcorder replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge NOTE It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Ranges Charing siria nadas 10 C to 35 C Operation cocccoccnconnonnconnnnonanonnos 0 C to 40 C SLOTABE EEN 10 C to 30 C NOTES 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 E make sure the cassette bears the VHS C mark ae be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals sees make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting So 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 weeks do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes Send away from heaters or other heat sources esis out of direct sunlight SE where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration wi where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets de vertically in their original cases 52 Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT Su open the camcorder s chassis A d
23. then the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode Frame Motor Drive Function still image with a white L A AAA AAA Eee border ise SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE border is recorded 1 Select as in step 1 above ACTIVATE MOTOR DRIVE Full During Snapshot recording press and hold down Sc image E SNAP SHOT You can take rapid snapshots with an ME EMITE MARETIE iS interval of approximately 0 7 seconds between stills recorded NOTES e The Date Time display will disappear during Snapshot recording e The Motor Drive function cannot be activated using the SNAP SHOT button on the RM V706U remote control unit provided A B LA B c e When Multi Analyzer is activated the shutter sound D E F may not match the appearance of the images elo eiai Record multiple images in one scene 4 or 9 at a time The images appear and are stored in this order A B C D E F G H I for Multi Analyzer 9 In the Motor Drive mode after I the next image recorded is A and the cycle is repeated Multi Analyzer 4 Multi Analyzer 9 AH AAA 1 WER LIP 20 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Digital Image Stabilizer This feature compensates for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly noticeable at high magnification ACTIVATE D STABILIZER 1 Press D I STABILIZER CQ appears in the viewfinder
24. while the camcorder searches for each scene e There may be noise at in or out points on the edited E tape with certain VCRs Using the RM V706U remote control it is also possible to perform deck to deck Random 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 3 5 3 5 9 connector provided How to use Connect the playback deck and RM V706U as shown on the left Set the RM V706U to correspond to the brand of the recording deck F P 39 For Random Assemble Editing procedure please refer to the To instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the PAUSE IN playback deck Notes m RM V706U cannot be used to control the playback deck m RM V706U is capable of controling 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 m To put the recording deck in the Record Pause mode use the controls on the recording deck itself RM V706U provided ITT TTT e CH LIP 42 EDITING cont COUNTER R M Insert Editing 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 au
25. 26 MENU Button oocccccccnncnnonnnonncnnnonncnnornnonos C pg 9 O D I S Digital Image Stabilizer AA A CF pg 20 EJECT Switch CF pg 5 DO AUTO PAUSE ON OFF Switch CF pg 16 D I LIGHT ON AUTO OFF select switch pg 17 3 Diopter Adjustment ocooccocninicninnncncnnoss CG pg 8 SNAPSHOT Button D I Power Zoom Lever MWB Manual White Balance A canteneesoans pg 21 Recording Mode SP LP Select Button ecenin T E C pg 11 COUNTER R Reset M Memory BUO WEE EDIT Button c ceceeeeees TRACKING Buttons R A EDIT IN OUT Button R A EDIT Button cococccononinnononononononinnonos 2 REW Button RETAKE R Quick Review Button pg 15 3 FF BUON oo eeeeeseeceececcesserseceecescesvereese RETAKE F Button ccccccnoconcccnnccnononnnnnnos R A EDIT CANCEL Button STOP Button cococoncncnncnonononononnonononononononoo PLAY PAUSE Button cococococinccncncinncionno BATT Battery RELEASE Switch bel Recording Start Stop Button POWER Switch c cccseeseseseseseseteeeeeeees Connectors Other Parts External MIC ck 17 pg 43 Video WI GWE rianas I pg 17 DC IN Jack sword 17 pg 7 MIUCKOPHONE s escivesssswnssrsesvesstearsessesenvers 17 pg 43 JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector DI Infrared beam sensor window CG pg 13 e Connect the Editing Cable when performing Random Assemble Editing F p
26. Battery Pack Remaining Power tele EE 17 pg 6 Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level gt a When the power is almost gone the indicator blinks then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged Cassette Indicator Blinks when no cassette inserted remains steadily lit when cassette inserted O Focus Indicator coccion 17 pg 22 Exposure Level Display SH White Balance Mode Indicator ets 2 Record Standby Mode Indicator 17 pg 14 3 Index Code Marking coooniionioninninicnnons gt pg 16 Clock Warning Once the power is turned on and the indicator blinks for about 10 seconds perform the date and time settings I pg 9 After setting is complete turn the power off and disconnect the power source H you re connect it and turn the power on and the indicator is blinking that means that the clock lithium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one 15 pg 8 D I Time Display escccesesseesseeeseteeeesees I pg 18 Instant Title Display ocoonoccccnncnnnnnnnno I pg 30 Tape End Display seecsesseseeceeeeeees 17 pg 14 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward Date Display ci
27. OP mode To turn on again set the Power switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY AH AA TY PLAYBACK Features TRACKING COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE REW FF PAUSE PLAY RM V706U provided FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTES FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTES Manual Tracking To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen 1 Press either TRACKING button as many times as necessary for best picture e To reset TRACKING to the original preset press both TRACKING buttons simultaneously e Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders 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 Search 1 Press FF during playback Speed is 7 times normal Reverse Search 1 Press REW during playback Speed is as noted above 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 2 seconds The counter resets to 0 00 00
28. ORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the lens cover is open then set the power switch to CAMERA SET RECORDING SPEED Set SP LP to SP F pg 11 SET RECORDING TIME Press REC TIME on the remote control There are four choices available and they appear in the following order each time REC TIME is pressed 1 45 1 25 1S and 5S Press again to reset e You can also set the recording time in the Sub Menu screen Press to move the highlight bar down to Rec Time and press NEAR then press or to cycle through the choices SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Press INT TIME on the remote control There are five choices available and they appear in the following order each time INT TIME is pressed OFF 15S 30S 1 min and 5 min Press again to reset e You can also set the interval time in the Sub Menu screen Press to move the highlight bar down to Interval Time press NEAR and press or to cycle through the choices e Exposure control 1 pg 20 manual focusing 1 pg 23 and D LS settings C pg 20 should be performed at this point Once you perform step 5 these settings cannot be changed START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press RECORDING START STOP Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when the tally lamp is not blinking press INT TIME and REC TIME repeatedly until Am and disappear To release when t
29. The standard setting is To darken the image immediately restored and the Exposure level indicator disappears e ETT TEE CS CIR 21 MWB White Balance Adjustment This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic 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 e When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET SELECT FUNCTION Press MWB Manual White Balance until the required indication appears in the viewfinder MWB With a memorized personal White Balance setting see below Shooting Mode Selector a ere Outdoors on sunny day ge Outdoors on cloudy day No indication RW EE Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp Auto MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject s light source so you can shoot with natural colours that are E MWB unaffected by surroundings even when there are multiple subjects with different colour temperatures SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET 4 Le CES ge White balance mode indicator ADJUST FOCUS Point the camcorder at a whit
30. ay appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit RM V706U provided e Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode e e RR IP E e Audio dubbing indicator Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only Viewfinder Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure gt pg 42 before continuing e The sound comes from the built in mike or an external mike 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 PAUSE 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 External Mike NOTES e Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate e f the mike is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume RM V706U provided is too high whistling or howling may occur e If the camcorder is connected to the TV noise may appear on the screen and pictures may become monochrome during Audio Dubbing procedure This phenomenon is not recorded on the tape NOTES for Insert E
31. bel is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked NOTES e A cassette holder can 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 e Make sure the Erase Protection tab is present If not cover the hole with adhesive tape Some cassettes have sliding tabs in this case check the tab s position AH AAA 1 WER LIP 12 GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment ES EXPAND LOOP SN 1 Separate the Velcro strip 0 7 INSERT HAND K IS Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip ty ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop button and Power Zoom Recording Start Stop button lever Refasten the Velcro strip Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 7 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet then fold it back and thread it through the keeper and then through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left O then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 7 Align t
32. 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 CG pg 15 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject When Tele Macro is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically e ETT TEE CS CIR A 2 Shooting Mode Selector Manual Focus FAR NEAR NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments t pg 8 If you haven t do so before continuing SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET ADJUST FOCUS A TO FARTHER SUBJECT Press and hold FAR The Manual Focus indications 44 2 appear and 4 blinks Go to step 3 B TO NEARER SUBJECT Press and hold NEAR The Manual Focus indications 4 Pa appear and gt blinks Go to step 3 LOCK FOCUS Release FAR or NEAR The focus indication is replaced by the focus lock indication 42 and the adjusted focus is locked in RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously The Manual Focus mode is immediately released and the focus lock indication disappears NOTES e Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Foc
33. built in head cleaner which automatically cleans the heads and head drum when a cassette is loaded or unloaded If however the heads become dirty and cause blurriness or interruption in the playback picture consult your nearest JVC dealer About moisture condensation e You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner e Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself e RR LIP 1 CAUTIONS cont 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 in a 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 wh
34. der 49 Terms cocci n 50 CAUTIONS 51 SPECIFICATIONS 53 YU30052 552 1 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder Using This Instruction Manual All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents I 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 ar refer to the Index 17 pgs 47 50 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use Sais read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions pgs 51 52 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 nontheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug im
35. dio remains unchanged NOTE Use the RM V706U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT MODE 1 Set the Power switch to PLAY FIND EDIT OUT POINT Locate the point and press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control RESET COUNTER Press and hold COUNTER R M for more than 2 seconds to reset the tape counter then press for less than 1 second and make sure M appears in the viewfinder 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 at 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 and the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press RECORDING START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode END INSERT EDITING Y Press STOP elf a Fade Wipe effect was in use during Insert Insert editing indicator Tape Counter Viewfinder Editing wait about 10 seconds after pressing STOP REW before performing other operations PLAY NOTES IN e After step 5 Retake F pg 16 can be performed SERT e The tape may stop slightly before or after the PAUSE designated end point and noise bars m
36. diting and Audio Dubbing e Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording e To edit dub onto a tape with the recording safety tab 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 AH AAA 1 WER LIP 44 USER MAINTENANCE LENS COVER After Use open close switch 7 Set the Power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Press BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover Set to POWER OFF BATT RELEASE Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR 1 Wipe gently with a soft cloth CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper REMOVE EYEPIECE 3 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out CLEAN VIEWFINDER 4 Remove 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 ag
37. e flat object such as a sheet of white paper and adjust focus manually pg 23 ADJUST WHITE BALANCE Press MWB until MWB appears then press and hold MWB for more than 3 seconds e MWB blinks in the viewfinder during adjustment then stops blinking but stays lit when adjustment is complete NOTES e To switch to automatic white balance adjustment press MWB until the indication disappears or turn the Shooting Mode selector to FULL AUTO e Re adjust the White Balance mode when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned on and off again or when the Shooting Mode selector s position has been changed e It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance Basic Connections x gt pg 35 e When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 ADJUST FOCUS 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 aproximates to green orange or purple respectively e RR LIP 2 2 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous detection zone shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed belo
38. e centre During Auto Select mode the new image wipes in over the old image not a black me ae DOOR I lt SLIDE WIPE A black screen moves in from the left to gradually SHUTTER WIPE cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left During Auto Select mode the new image wipes in over the old image not a black El Press the RECORDING START STOP button screen Recording starts EH Press the RECORDING START STOP button CORNER WIPE again A black screen starts in the lower left corner and e Recording stops and the Record Standby gradually fills the screen or a new image starts in mode is engaged i the upper right corner and fills the black screen Now the last scene is stored in memory During Auto Select mode the new image wipes in over the old image not a black screen y AO thepower MMS Press the RECORDING START STOP button to DISSOLVE resume recording El Press the RECORDING START STOP button S E gradually wipes imoverthe Recording starts Ee 4 d3 lik H Press the RECORDING START STOP button E EE EE again Recording stops and the Record Standby NOTES mode is engaged for Dissolve and Auto Select Now the last scene is stored in memory e Turning off the camcorder will erase the scene Beforethe power tums off stored in memory When a scene is erased from A P H memory the symbol indication blinks Press the RECORDING START STOP button to e The sound for the last recording s scene is not stored in
39. e choices until the desired setting appears Then go to step 8 If you select Title or Date Time press NEAR to access the selection menu for each function Title pg 30 Date Time CF pg 9 If you select Sub Menu press NEAR to bring up the Sub Menu screen Go to step 5 SELECT FUNCTION AT SUB MENU Press or to place the highlight bar on the desired option then press NEAR The selected item begins blinking CHANGE SETTINGS Press or to change the displayed setting of the selected function then press FAR to enter your choice The selected item stops blinking CLOSE SUB MENU Press FAR and setting is complete The Sub menu screen disappears and the Main Menu screen reappears e To go directly past the Main Menu screen to the normal screen press MENU CLOSE MAIN MENU 8 Press MENU The normal screen reappears TTT TT e C WER LIP 29 MAIN MENU Disables the Shift Zoom function Magnifies wide angle images to approximately 3 6 times the Shift Zoom original size and enables zooming in the 18x 50x range Magnifies wide angle images to approximately 10 times the original size and allows zooming from 50x to 140x Tele Macro Usually set to this position 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 se
40. ector Main Menu Screen Shift Zoom OFF Tele Macro OFF Gain U AGC Color Filter NOR Tape Length T45 itle Date Time Sub Menu T30 T60 T45 SELECT MODE Set the Power switch to CAMERA and the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press or to move the highlight bar to Tape Length SET TAPE LENGTH Press FAR or NEAR to cycle through until the correct setting appears depending on the tape used T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 min and T60 60 min when recording in SP mode CLOSE MAIN MENU 5 Press MENU NOTES e The tape remaining time F pg 14 displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected e When using a 60 minute tape the tape ramaining time displayed will not be accurate E a ea eS SS Sy Co EN Es e RR Tl a 1 Recording Mode Setting 1 Pressing SP LP alternates the setting between SP standard play provides higher picture and sound quality better for dubbing and LP Long Play more economical recording at 1 2 the speed of SP NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE 2 Make sure the la
41. elf Timer Time Lapse I gt pg 32 33 O REC TIME Button Animation Time Lapse 17 pg 33 O FF Button Retake forward CS pg 16 FF FF Shuttle Search gt pg 36 O REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review I pg 15 Rew Rew Shuttle Search F pg 36 O PAUSE Button O PLAY Button Pause Play F pg 36 Playback start F pg 36 SNAPSHOT Button Functions same as the SNAPSHOT Button on the camcorder 15 pg 19 START STOP Button Functions same as the Recording Start Stop Button on the camcorder VISS Button Index Code marking F pg 16 ZOOM T W Buttons Zoom in and out F pg 15 VCR CTL Button c P 39 OD A DUB Button STOP Button Audio dubbing F pg 43 Stop F pg 36 INSERT Button Insert Editing F pg 42 R A EDIT Buttons P 40 mi o O 14 RECORDING Basic Recording LENS COVER NOTE SWITCH You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing e Power 1 pg 6 e Tape Length F pg 10 e Recording Mode Setting pg 11 e Grip Adjustment F pg 12 LOAD A CASSETTE Slide 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 ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to open the lens cover then set the power switch to CAMERA
42. ent Auto Manual adjustment VIDEO Output 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO out connector AUDIO Output 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO out connector External microphone input 68 dBs high impedance unbalanced with 63 5 mm MONO e RR IP 53 AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V11EK SPECIFICATIONS AC 110 to 240 Vu Power requirement 50 60 HZ Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DC 8 5 V 1 3 A VTR DC 6 3 V 1 8 A Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled Dimensions 150 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Weight Approx 400 g CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Weight Approx 240 g Accessory R6 AA size battery x 1 Provided Accessories 000008 C pg 4 Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e Car Battery Cord AP V7E e RF Unit RF V5E e Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 60 45 30 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some acccessories 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 AH AAA O LIP MEMO A AAA 1 WER LIP MEMO
43. ents such as benzine or alcohol e Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected e Mold may form if the lens is left dirty WETTER CIR TROUBLESHOOTING 45 POWER No power is supplied e The battery pack has not been attached correctly pg 6 e The battery pack is not charged pg 6 e The power supply has not been correctly connected pg 7 The power suddenly goes off and e The battery pack has completely discharged doesn t come back on by itself e Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few minutes try turning the power back on If it still doesn t come on consult your nearest JVC dealer RECORDING Recording cannot be performed e The recording tape s Erase Protection tab is missing Cover the hole with adhesive tape Some tapes have sliding tabs In this case check the position of the tab Recording does not start e The camcorder Power switch has not been set to CAMERA F pg 14 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode playback picture e If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV switch has not been set to VIDEO e The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel Noise bars appear in the playback e Manual Tracking has not been performed I pg 37 picture Playback picture is blurred or The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult yo
44. ere rapid large temperature changes can occur 3 Taking care of your C format video cassette tapes 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 Cleaning 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 After inserting the cleaning cassette activate the Play mode for a maximum of 15 seconds normally 5 seconds is sufficient Remove the cleaning cassette and check the playback picture with a previously good recorded tape If the picture is clear then
45. eriod 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 bottom 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 This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 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 Cd This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U battery packs and to recharge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries VHSIe PAL gt m This camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked VHS C can be used with this unit m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment 3 SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safet
46. es 2 Do not use old and new batteries together 3 Do not use two different kinds of batteries Although sizes may be the same voltages may differ 4 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode 5 Do not dispose of batteries in a fire 6 Remove batteries 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 do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers Terminals AH AA TY ol 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off 3 To prevent damage to
47. es allow you to set the parameters for Self Timer I pg 32 Rec Time Animation and Time Lapse recording CG pg 33 This number will be necessary in the future when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the JLIP terminal The numbers range from 01 to 99 NOTES e When the video light s LIGHT ON AUTO OFF switch is set to ON or AUTO Auto Slow Shutter is disabled e When Auto Slow Shutter is activated Auto Focus may not work properly ITT TTT e CHESS LIP SO LI Shooting mode selector Instant Titles MENU You can superimpose one of 8 preset titles or a title you made yourself onto a scene SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU ACCESS INSTANT TITLE MENU SCREEN Press or to move the highlight bar to Title then press NEAR The Title menu appears SELECT PRESET TITLE Press or to move the highlight bar to the desired title To create an original title refer to page 31 DISPLAY PRESET TITLE Press MENU The Title menu disappears and the selected title is displayed on the screen Shift Zoom OFF Tele Macro Gain U Color Filter gt Tape Length T45 Date Time Sub Menu Hen Birthd appy Birthday Happy Holidays Our Family Movie Star Party Time Merry Christmas Wedding Da Congratulations et Character Congratulations ETT TEE CS CIR MM OS Shooti
48. esesseseseseseseseeteeeeeeeeees pg 25 l V Index Code Marking cccciononocioncncnnnararanoos pg 16 Viewfinder Adjustment sesscseeseeseeseens pg 8 Insert Cassette P8 Viewfinder Indications seeceeseeeees pg 49 Insert Editing Instant Titles de WwW Interval Timer ococccncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnno White Balance Adjustment EE pg 21 L Wipe In Ont eegene eege dns pg 26 EE pg 48 Z LA pg 15 e CAUTIONS 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 e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object e Do not us e near flammable or explosive materials Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the batteries are exhausted Replace them with fresh ones e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U cococccnonnnnnnnnnnnnos R6 AA size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused batteries can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing batteri
49. functions HITACHI SELECO REX NOTES JVC A SHARP e If the VCR s power doesn t come on in step 1 try p another code from the chart E 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 V706U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR SONY MITSUBISHI THOMSON TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT TO JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal PANASONIC TOSHIBA 00 9000 0000 00 00 00 00000000 00 9909 9000 60 09 09 00000600 lc 00000 00 00 000 00 00 000 0 000 E 006900 99 99 0909 00 60 9909 0 090E Ss gt B JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector NON JVC VCR WITH NEITHER Connect the editing cable to the RM V706U s Pause In jack All other connections are as shown in the illustration on page 40 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE MI io 40 ac REW FF CANCEL PREPARE CAMCORDER IN OUT Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to PLAY R A EDIT PREPARE VCR PLAY PAUSE Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to VCR s instructions SELECT SCENES ACCESS R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY Press PLAY PAUSE then press R A EDIT and
50. g 40 e In the future it will be used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer VIDEO Out Jack RF DC OUT Jack B AUDIO Out Jack Indicators 36 Tally LAMP ssccscsessrcsscecoseoesonsesovsosesveosans 17 pg 14 37 Power On Indicator eee eee 17 pg 14 Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting DI Shoulder Strap Eyelets o 17 pg 12 A Clock Battery Compartment eeee 17 pg 8 E Battery Pack Mount o DI Electronic Viewfinder ooooooccinicinonc 17 pg 8 H LENS COVER Switch sssi F pg 5 Grip Strap Tripod Mounting Socket ococccoconooo 17 pg 12 E LCD window Operating Mode Playback Recording Indicator Recording Mode Indicator Tape Running Indicator Remaining Battery Power Inedicator Tape Loaded Remaining Tape Indicators INDEX Viewfinder 42min gt gt gt O Multi4 Kb PAUSE 4 8 1min REC SP m1 4s ETT TT CS CIR i dos 02 MWB INDEX TAPE END e Congratulations 25 12 95 Viewfinder Indications 10 45 13 Remaining Tape Time secseeeseeeeeeees 17 pg 14 O Recording Mode SP LP Indicator G pg 11 Interval Timer Indicator coccion I gt pg 32 Recording Time Indicator F pg 33 Snapshot Mode Display T pg 19 Tape Length Display 0 r pg 10
51. he screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw ETT TT CS CIR Using The RM V706U Remote Control Unit The RM V706U full function MBR Multi Brand Remote 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 is useful when dubbing from the camcorder to your VCR and it makes additional recording functions possible Installing The Battery PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER 1 Pull out while sliding the lock hole Infrared beam effective area Infrared beam INSERT BATTERY OSONA Making sure the plus side is up insert the lithium battery CR2025 into the battery holder The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the infrared beam sensor window is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit and push the holder until it clicks into place BUTTONS NOTE Read the caution concerning lithium batteries gt pg 2 Lock hole FUNCTIONS ith the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA With the camcorder s power switch set to PLAY O PAUSE IN Connector P 40 O Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal O MBR SET Button O INT TIME Button S
52. he tally lamp is blinking press RECORDING START STOP to stop the blinking then press INT TIME and REC TIME repeatedly until A and disappear or set Interval Timer and Rec Time in the Sub Menu screen to OFF AH AAA 1 WER LIP 34 PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter 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 at 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 tape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at 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 o
53. hen set to PRESET press EFFECT PROG AE to bring up the Effect Menu and press again to move the highlight bar to OFF NOTE If Shift Zoom t pg 15 is set to 50x or 140x Programme AE effects cannot be used Cinema Sepia Twilight Sports HI S 1 2000 Classic Film Strobe Slow Shutter Effect menu y e O NOUO RAON er AENA YA EFFECT PROG AE indicator CINEMA EFFECT Adds black bars to the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like 16 9 wide screen effect SEPIA The picture becomes sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome creating the look of an old photograph TWILIGHT Makes dusk and twilight scenes etc look more natural and dramatic White balance is set to Press MWB if you want to change the setting SPORTS Automatically adjusts to high shutter speed 1 250 to 1 500 to clearly capture fast moving action with less blur Clarity is especially noticeable during slow motion or still playback on a VCR Great for sports races etc HI SPEED Captures even faster action than Sports effect SHUTTER 1 2000 CLASSIC A strobe effect that gives the black and white picture a flickery s FILM effect like an old movie and adds black bars at the top and bottom of the picture for a wide screen look Freezes images in rapid succession E STROBE KI SLOW Sets the shutter speed to 1 12 5 sec and boosts the sensitivity
54. if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is oaded e f 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 e f you re recording on a cassette from the middle use the RETAKE function F pg 16 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it e The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 8 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed e AH AA CIR RECORDING Basic Features 15 ED x FEATURE Zooming PURPOSE To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification OPERATION 28X Hyper zoom Digital circuitry doubles the maximum 14x magnification offered by optical zoom DT zoom in slide the Zoom Lever Zoom out indi toward T Zoprimdicatot Dar 2 To zoom out slide toward W Shift Zoom By digitally processing and Zoom level magnifying images zooming is indicator possible from 5 14 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 140x magnification 1 Set the Shooting Mode Selector to PRESET and press MENU to access the Main Menu screen 2 Press or to move the highlight bar to Shift Zoom 3 Press FAR or NEAR to set the magnification 50x
55. isassemble or modify the unit er short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use en allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit dr remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on Steg leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit E in places subject to excessive humidity or dust ane in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove Ae in places subject to excessive shock or vibration Zeg near a television set er near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc ee in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit aie in places of over 50 C E in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 sais in direct sunlight Ss in a closed car in summer wa near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT scabs allow it to become wet SE drop the unit or strike it against hard objects Sr subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation T keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods Gu direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun g carry it by holding the viewfinder er swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap 5 This camcorder features a
56. mediately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains 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 accord ance with the following code CO 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 p
57. memory This mode indicator blinks unless an image is stored in memory In this case shoot a scene first resume recording The stored scene is gradually replaced by the new scene being shot SCROLL WIPE AUTO SELECT only A new image scrolls up onto the screen WINDOW WIPE AUTO SELECT only A new image enters from the centre and moves towards all four corners of the screen DOOR WIPE AUTO SELECT only A new image opens like a door onto the screen e RR LIP 28 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Shooting mode selector FAR MENU Shift Zoom Tele Macro Gain U Color Filter Tape Length Title Date Time Main Menu screen y Interval Timer OFF Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO 07 Sub Menu screen If any settings in the Main Menu have been changed from the factory settings this mark appears in the viewfinder Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with Multi Function Control an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings SELECT SHOOTING MODE Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press or to place the highlight bar on the desired function MAKE SETTING The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select Shift Zoom Tele Macro Gain Up Colour Filter or Tape Length press FAR or NEAR to cycle through th
58. n a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape e RR IP PLAYBACK Basic Connections 35 There are three basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR A Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR To AUDIO f i and VIDEO E See and SCH 7 As shown in the illustration at left connect the connectors cables optional optional Audio and Video cables between the Hl EEN AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder A B and those on the VCR if your TVVCR To AUDIO SUPPLY POWER has the SCART and 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV connector use y 1 VIDEO IN y the provided connectors cable adapter SELECT MODE l y Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV emm to its VIDEO mode vce _ Connection To A TV With A V Input Aerial Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV 1 As shown in the illustration at left connect the optional Audio and Video cables between the To AUDIO VIDEO and AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV RF unit RF V5E DC OUT connectors optional SELECT MODE 2 Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its instructions
59. ng mode selector Character Generator MENU You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Instant Title procedure C pg 30 before continuing ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU Press or to move the highlight bar to Set Character then press NEAR The Character Set menu appears INPUT CHARACTERS 2 Press FAR or NEAR to move the blinking cursor to the desired character then press MENU The selected characters appear at the bottom of the screen Repeat as many times as desired max 18 e To select the location of the next character press FAR or NEAR to move the blinking cursor to the row of squares at the bottom of the screen then press FAR or NEAR to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Press when you re done and the blinking cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING Press FAR or NEAR to move the cursor to End then press MENU The Character Set menu z disappears and the Preset Title menu reappears Wedding ES Press MENU to return to the normal screen Congratulations NOTE To erase a character you entered mistakenly place the cursor by Clear by pressing FAR or NEAR then press MENU All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only place the blinking cursor at the character at the bottom you want to replace then press O in the top left corner
60. ording and activate a fade or wipe in OR END RECORDING Press RECORDING START STOP to stop recording and engage a fade or wipe out DEACTIVATE EFFECT When the Shooting Mode Selector is set to FULL AUTO press FADE WIPE When set to PRESET press FADE WIPE to bring up the Fade Wipe menu then press again to move the highlight bar to OFF NOTES e If Shift Zoom C pg 15 is set to 50x or 140x FADE WIPE indication fades and wipes cannot be used e When the Shooting Mode selector is set to FULL AUTO after a fade in Black Fader is no longer reserved To reserve it for a fade out press FADE WIPE lBx appears in the viewfinder Black Fader Blue Fader Mosaic Fader Shutter Wipe Slide Wipe Corner Wipe Dissolve Auto Select ONOoBWONM pr Ska Fade Wipe menu y ETT TEE CS CIR MM 27 AUTO SELECT BLACK FADER Press RECORDING START STOP to begin or end Fades in out to a black screen recording and 6 wipe ins are automatically generated in the order shown below BLUE FADER SLIDE WIPE Fades in out to a blue screen MOSAIC FADER SCROLL WIPE Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern CORNER WIPE ES SHUTTER WIPE A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new WINDOW WIPE image pushes open the black screen vertically from th
61. pointed up or is positioned upside down e Auto Pause also works when the Normal Upside down camcorder is twisted by a large degree to the left or right When you want to shoot in any of the aforementioned positions make sure you set AUTO PAUSE to OFF Record S Record Standby O Record Standby Down ETT TT CS CIR MM 17 Video Light When natural lighting is too dim you can brighten the scene by using the built in video light SET VIDEO LIGHT Set the LIGHT ON AUTO OFF as required ON Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on LIGHT ON AUTO OFF the subject OFF Turns off the light e The video light can be used with the camcorder s power on e It is recommended to set the white balance C pg 21 to indoor mode amp when you use the video light e When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power NOTES e Even if the battery indicator CC does not blink in the viewfinder if the battery Dacks 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 ON AUTO OFF switch is set to AUTO es Depending on the lighting conditions the video light may keep turning on and off In this case manually switch the light on or off u
62. re available and they appear in the following order each time REC TIME is pressed 1 45 one fourth of a second 1 25 one half of a second 1S one full second and 5S five seconds Press again to release the Animation mode e You can also set the recording time in the Sub Menu screen I pg 32 Press to move the highlight bar down to Rec Time press NEAR and press or to cycle through the choices Then press MENU START RECORDING Press RECORDING START STOP after focusing on the subject The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of pictures CHECK YOUR WORK Play back the series of pictures to see if the results were satisfactory RELEASE ANIMATION MODE Press REC TIME until Am disappears from the viewfinder or set Rec Time in the Sub Menu screen to OFF NOTES e For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode e Fade 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 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 ENGAGE REC
63. 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 A built in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a cassette is loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging Cleaning cassette TCC 2U is available from your JVC local dealer e SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption Light on Light off Signal system Video recording system VHS PAL standard DC 6V 8 7 W 15 7 W PAL type Luminance FM recording Colour Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette VHS C cassette Tape speed SP 23 39 mm sec LP 11 70 mm sec Recording time Max SP 60 minutes with EC 60 cassette LP 120 minutes with EC 60 cassette Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C Operating humidity 35 to 80 Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C Weight Approx 810 g Dimensions Including viewfinder 109 W x 113 H x 226 D mm CAMERA Pick up 1 4 format CCD Lens F1 2 f 4 1 to 57 4 mm 14 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder White balance with 0 5 black white CRT adjustm
64. rrosis I pg 18 Condensation Warning When this indication appears all functions are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indicator should disappear Main Menu Setting Change Indicador zess esbeEueEer SES 29 DO FADE WIPE indicator F pg 26 2 D I S Digital Image Stabilizer Indicators deviance I pg 20 EFFECT PROG AE indicator uc o CG pg 24 Recording Indicator occcnommmmmmoo I pg 14 D I Zoom Indicator Bar scsseesesseseeseeeees pg 15 MI io 50 a A M AC Power Adapter ismicocconioninranioriccnarci nns pg 7 Main MENU sssiiscisaconicnracir acacia ricas pg 29 Animation Recording ococcocnocccnccncnncnnns pg 33 Manual FOCUS sesiessessessssisssssrisssessssseserniss pg 23 RT pg 43 MBR Code Setting sssini pg 39 Auto FOCUS ssvinciicrsnicninnna ran acic nao ntrinas cris pg 22 P B Playback siseses pg 34 Battery Packs iccccssvteseatasdivstn vides stages Programme AE with Special Effects pg 25 Brighten the Image Provided Accessories sesser pg 4 c Q Car Battery acen stenene eE ENEE ES pg 7 QUICK REVIEW siniicaiascictevt pg 15 Cassette Adapter pg 34 R Character Generator pg 31 Charge Marker eseeeee pg 7 Random Assemble Editing 0 0 0 pg 38 41 Charging the Battery
65. sing the LIGHT ON AUTO OFF switch e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode C pg 25 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode 17 pg 25 is engaged the light will not activate DANGER e The video light become 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 e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e lt is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light e RR LIP 8 l RECORDING Advanced Features DISPLAY 25 12 96 Date display Time display Date Time off mode Date Time display Date display Time display Date Time display 25 12 96 Date Time Insert This feature allows you to display the date and time in your viewfinder and on a connected TV NOTE You should already have performed the Date Time Setting procedure F pg 9 If you haven t do so before continuing DISPLAY CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE Press DISPLAY during Record Standby to cycle through the available modes as shown in the illustration at left NOTES e The selected display can be recorded e If you don
66. so de SHUTTER that the camcorder can record subjects even in virtual darkness e Use it only in dark locations e The picture flickers like a quick strobe NOTES When the Sepia or Classic Film effects are activated pressing MWB manual white balance has no effect e When Slow Shutter is activated Auto Focus may not work properly When Slow Shutter is activated bright spots may appear on the screen This is not a camcorder malfunction e Certain effects cannot be used together with other functions When an effect not usable in the present situation is selected its indicator blinks ITT TTT e CHESS LIP 26 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Shooting mode selector Fade Wipe These effects let you make pro style scene transitions SELECT SHOOTING MODE Set the Shooting Mode selector to either FULL AUTO or PRESET If you set to FULL AUTO only the Black Fader mode is available If you set to PRESET you can choose any one of the effects available RESERVE EFFECT If you set to FULL AUTO pressing FADE WIPE turns the Black Fader mode on and off If yen set to PRESET pressing FADE WIPE brings up the Fade Wipe menu Press again to move the highlight bar to the desired effect Once you decide on an effect it is selected and reserved and its indicator appears within 2 seconds START RECORDING Press RECORDING START STOP to start rec
67. tch to CAMERA and the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press to move the highlight bar down to Date Time then press NEAR The Set Date And Time screen appears SET DATE TIME Se POWER to Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set CAMERA begins blinking then press or to until the correct setting appears e If you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings press FAR or NEAR to move the highlight bar to Cancel then press MENU e If you re satisfied with the settings go on to step 5 START CLOCK OPERATION Once you ve set the day month year and time press FAR or NEAR until Set begins to blink then press MENU The Main Menu screen reappears CLOSE MAIN MENU 6 Press MENU Main Menu Screen Shift Zoom Tele Macro Gain U Color Filter Tape Length Title Date Time Sub Menu NOTES e e To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Insert CS pg 18 e If in step 4 you input an invalid date 30 2 31 6 etc and perform step 5 Input Error appears blinking at the bottom of the screen Press FAR or NEAR to input the correct number Set Time and Date Screen 1 1 00 Set Cancel Date Day Month Year Time 24 hour indication 10 GETTING STARTED cont Tape Length Setting Shooting mode sel
68. tting 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 Gain UP Allows you to record a subject in a dark environment It delivers a brighter if slightly coarse picture Auto Slow Shutter Combines AGC with electronic shutter speed 1 25 to 1 50 for shooting under much darker conditions When shooting in poorly lit areas or when shooting a dark subject in dim lighting the unit will automatically enter the Auto Slow Shutter mode reducing the shutter speed to 1 25 sec Although the resulting picture will be similar to that obtained when using Strobe gt pg 25 the image will be clear with less noise Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Color Filter NOR For normal shooting with no colour adjustment 9 RED Gives recording a reddish tint BLUE Gives recording a bluish tint Tape Length Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used F pg 10 Allows you to superimpose a preset title onto a scene I pg 30 Allows you to set the current date and time F pg 9 Factory setting SUB MENU Tally EL The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording and the LCD window backlight comes on EL The tally lamp remains off at all times as does the LCD Electronic Luminance window backlight Interval Timer and These featur
69. ume 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 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 REMEMBER The Logical Choice AE Compact VHS es SK VISA The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR with Cassette Adapter Programme AE with Special Effects 17 pg 24 Cinema E Sepia m Twilight m Sports m High Speed 1 2000 sec Shutter m Classic Film Strobe m Slow Shutter Digital Wipes and Fades gt pg 26 e Black Fader e Mosaic Fader e Slide Wipe e Dissolve e Blue Fader e Shutter Wipe e Corner Wipe e Auto Select MAJOR FEATURES Multi Function Control F pg 20 33 Y D Digital Hyper Zoom F pg 15 Zoom in EN Zoom out Digital Image Stabilizer lt gt pg 20 EVP
70. ur 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 or e The Counter Memory Function has been activated rewind 1 pg 37 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot e The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed ITT TTT CHESS LIP 46 TROUBLESHOOTING cont OTHER The tape won t eject e The battery pack is running low Some functions are not available e The Shooting Mode selector is set to FULL AUTO Vertical white lines appear when e This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the shooting a very bright object background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder Bright crystal shaped spots appear e Sunlight is directly entering the lens in the viewfinder The picture is blurred in the Quick e 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 11 An error number E03 appears in e Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the the viewfinder power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears in the viewfinder consult your nearest JVC dealer The image is out of focus e The diopter needs to be adjusted gt pg 8 e The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto
71. us 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 i or 2 will blink ITT TTT e CHESS LIP 24 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Shooting Mode Selector Programme AE With Special Effects EFFECT PROG AE Useful in making the picture look creative and attractive Effects can be selected during recording as well as in Record Standby SELECT SHOOTING MODE Set the Shooting Mode selector to either FULL AUTO or PRESET If you set to FULL AUTO only the Cinema mode can be activated If you set to PRESET you can choose any one of the 8 effects available SELECT EFFECT If you set to FULL AUTO pressing EFFECT PROG AE turns the Cinema mode on and off If you set to PRESET pressing EFFECT PROG AE brings up the Effect menu Press again to move the highlight bar to the desired effect Once you decide on an effect it is selected and activated and its indicator appears within 2 seconds e If you started this procedure in the Record Standby mode press RECORDING START STOP to begin recording at this point DEACTIVATE EFFECT When the Shooting Mode Selector is set to FULL AUTO press EFFECT PROG AE W
72. w in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low Shooting Mode Selector e When the subject has no contrast difference in FAR NEAR brightness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark object 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 4 2 appears in the viewfinder Focus Lock This feature locks the focus in place which is especially helpful in the following situations e When things pass between your subject and the camcorder Engage the focus lock function to lock your subject in before recording e When you want your subject to be focused and to appear in a corner of the screen First centre on the subject and focus using auto focus mode Then engage the focus lock function and move the camcorder until the subject is where you want it SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to PRESET LOCK FOCUS Press FAR or NEAR The focus lock indication 42 appears in the viewfinder RELEASE FOCUS LOCK Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously The focus lock indication disappears NOTES e If the lens is smeared or
73. y 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 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 instructions 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 equipment 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 damanged 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 unat tended 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 vol

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