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JVC LYT0089-001A Camcorder User Manual

1. 68 dBs high impedance unbalanced with 3 5 mm MONO AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V15EK Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DC OSV dae 1 07 VTR DC 6 3 V 1 8 A Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Approx 350 g Dimensions Weight CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Dimensions Weight Approx 240 g Accessory R6 AA size battery x 1 Provided Accessories 6 CF pg 5 Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e RF Unit RF V5E e Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 40 30 20 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U e Remote Control Unit RM V700U 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 INDEX A AC Power Adapter 0 008 pg 9 Animation Recording pg 39 63 Audio Dubbing sses pg 70 Auto Date Record 6 pg 20 AWG FOCUS ceinen pg 34 Auto Mode Lock Mode pg 25 48 Auto Mode Release Mode pg 25 48 B Battery PACKS sccsveccssmaccdvaspenasanses pg 8 79 Brighten The Image
2. pg 33 C Car I ae AY seanturiercaiapetinentersuenins pg 9 Cassette Adapter cccccceeeee pg 43 Charge Marker ssssssssssss99 pg 9 Charging the Battery Pack pg 8 Clock Lithium Battery pg 10 Colour Bar sordu pg 32 52 COM Port RS 2320 sacrcecaesvened pg 61 Connection To A VCR TV pg 44 Connection To A Windows PE MACIINOS A ceccssscncveecesernicess pg 61 COMEM ariarian Cover page Counter Memory ssseeeseeseess pg 42 D Darken The Image se5esee pg 33 Date Time Insert scncaseceevenirenenss pg 20 Date Time Setting scssereeees pg 11 Delete Menu Screen 60 pg 58 Delete Mode acnciesitesxccenesesnenidees pg 58 Delete Select Menu Screen pg 58 DEMO IGG aaceatecnenenaarienants be 32 52 Digital ZOOM esascs pg 18 32 52 Digital Still Camera pg 46 DDIGDICT AGIUSL wc ccncecteceseeretverants pg 14 Discharge The Battery Pack pg 8 E Electronic Fog Filter Mode pg 25 48 Erase PROLCCUION serors pg 15 Exposure Control esseeeeeeeeeee pg 33 EN 8 amp 3 F FAdG IN OUL cecomscsesccosonteaecncens pg 26 Fast Forward Tape 00 pg 40 FINE MORE ech ccacecosteneseeconatiys pg 47 UM NAS E ans pg 23 46 G Grip Adjustment asdaenesncesasasdarse pg 12 H High Speed Shutter Mode pg 25 49 Index Code Marking pg 63 Index Menu Screen 000 pg 56 Midex Mode
3. O e Lithium Battery CR2025 x 2 for clock operation and remote control unit e CD ROM including two software programmes e Cassette Adapter C P7U e Battery Pack BN V12U e DC Cord e Editing Cable for Macintosh for Windows PC e PC Connection Cable x 2 JICK OPERATION GUIDE VIDEO BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack E Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure I pg 8 EJ Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK Set to 44 P LAY EM Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO PA Set the Power Switch to PLAY 3 Press REW The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape E Press PLAY PAUSE Playback starts and the playback picture appears e To stop playback press STOP For more details 7 pg 40 Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak CF pg 43 INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE El Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder FA Insert a video cassette EJ Press PUSH to close the cassette holder For more details gt pg 15 Switch Set to CAMERA qe Set to VIDEO EM Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover EJ Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO EJ Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light
4. JVC COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR AX83s0 Compact VHS VHS E DSC DIGITAL PAL STILL CAMERA p INSTRUCTIONS MM CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 VIDEO RECORDING 16 Basic Recording 16 Basic Features 4 18 Advanced Features 24 VIDEO PLAYBACK 40 Basic Playback c0666 40 Features cece eeeece eee 4 Using The Cassette Adapter 43 BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR 44 TAPE DUBBING 45 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA D S C SHOOTING 46 Basic Shooting 005 46 Advanced Features 48 D S C PLAYBACK 53 Basic Playback 53 Advanced Features 54 Connection 0s0000 61 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 62 Rondom Assemble Editing R A Edit 64 Insert Editing 000 68 Audio Dubbing 70 USER MAINTENANCE 71 CONTROLS INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS 72 Viewfinder 2 06 72 Controls sececeeceeees 74 Connectors 0cececeeeeeee 74 Indicators sceececeeee 74 Other Parts 0008 74 TROUBLESHOOTING 76 CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS INDEX LYTO0089 001A 2 en O Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the sa
5. MIN 120MIN 119MIN v 3MIN 2MIN Blinking 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking Start Stop Button Now calculating en 1 STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force The displayed remaining time is approximate The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected 7 pg 14 TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded If the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations the camcorder s power shuts off automatically Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again If the Recording Start Stop Button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately If you re recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is remove
6. pg 24 25 Release Electronic Fog Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to Filter the lens Softens the image and gives it a fantasy look C7 pg 24 25 A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject CF pg 24 25 Allows ee to shoot a still image in monochrome giving the effect of an older picture pg 24 25 Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic I pg 24 25 The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing lt gt pg 35 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action CF pg 24 25 Nega Posi The colours of a picture are reversed CF pg 24 25 Negative Positive 1 2000 sec High Captures faster action than Sports mode pg 24 25 Speed Shutter Wide Black bars are recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect CF pg 27 Super LoLux Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting Gain Up CF pg 27 Self Timer Once the camcorder is set the cam
7. 1b om 0 8 gt MENU END Setting Menu ex REC TIME Hl TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE MENU END Normal Screen IO RECORDING Advanced Features cont Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed When the highlight bar reaches the top of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed e f the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER See respective pages FOCUS pg 34 35 EXPOSURE CF pg 33 DATE TIME CF pg 11 CHARACTER CF pg 29 If you select JLIP ID NO press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press i
8. Full Viewfinder Pin Up A still image on a white background A shadow effect is added to give it TSAR Full 4 A still image that _ occupies the entire image field is stored Pictrue mode display Remaining number of shots 22 21 gt 1 20 Blinking a three dimensional feel Basic Shooting When shooting a still image it is not recorded onto the tape but it is stored in the camcorder s built in memory in the selected Picture Mode A stored still image data can be transferred to a PC saved and processed using a Paint Software programme CF pg 61 A still image processed on the PC can be also inserted onto a tape lt gt pg 61 69 SELECT MODE Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover then set the System Select Switch to D S C Set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and an image appears SELECT PICTURE MODE Set PICTURE to FINE or STANDARD in the Menu Screen CF pg 47 as required To select in the Full Auto mode turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Go to step 4 To shoot using various functions turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK Go to step 3 e There are two modes FINE allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images with higher resolution and STANDARD allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images with lower resolution SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE Press the
9. The maximum number of shots you can take varies according to the selected setting The selected Picture Mode and remaining number of shots are displayed on the screen The factory preset is FINE If you want to change the setting perform Picture Mode Setting I pg 47 FINE Allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images STD Standard Allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images If you press during recording first there is a momentary camera shutter type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing then a still image appears The next image starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners The screen changes as shown in the illustrations Q to to the left and the screens 1 to are recorded onto the tape in the selected mode Only the still image is stored in the built in memory in the selected mode then the camcorder resumes normal recording If you press during Record Standby mode first there is a momentary camera shutter type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing then a still image appears The scene you are currently aimed at starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners The screen changes as shown in the illustrations C to to the left The screens 1 to are recorded onto the tape in the selected mode Only the still image is stored in the built in memory in the selected mode then th
10. VIDEO PLAYBACK Features cont 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 Reverse Search 1 Press REW during playback Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search This is normal Counter Memory Function To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment 1 Press COUNTER R M and hold for more than 1 second The counter resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press STOP then REW The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so the M disappears VIDEO PLAYBACK Using The Cassette A EN HS Compartment door Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover
11. does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged Focus Indicator s es CF pg 35 Exposure Control Level Solin tcl eres errr reer rr rr I pg 33 White Balance Mode CG Mies eenia CF pg 36 Snapshot Mode Display CF7 pg 23 46 Clock Battery Warning Blinks for approx 10 seconds when the power is turned on This display also blinks when the clock lithium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one pg 12 e Tape End Display TAFE END ec seceuceavneseerece estes r pg 17 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning When this indication appears all functions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indication should disappear D D 21 22 31 amp Controls CG Power Zoom BUTON ccccesseeeeeeeee CF pg 18 Pape BULLOM senina r pg 49 2 Select Dial ccccccccccssseseesessesteseeeee CF pg 20 3 Multi Function Control EFFECT BUOM cscswectssccerstramanceneeanes F pg 22 WIDE BUTON cxterotvaxenuiniesstonsneteansiees F pg 23 s TITLE BURON greieirocacenensems a CF pg 24 COUPER LOLUX BUWON sssricncatosnctwncies CF pg 23 CG PUSH ButtOnic ccsciesscniecscsasavestzeccecdecanes IF pg 13 Recording Mode SP LP Button C
12. BB ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN Viewfinder Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it 00 exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 5 MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF Ua eA EN No indication ZOOM SPEED FAST during PNEXT recording Menu Screen EXPOSURE Exposure Menu AUTO Screen MANU To darken the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE No indication during 4 recording Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END Exposure CLOSE MENU control Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen level disappears and the exposure control level counter counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted Manual Exposure Screen NOTES To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 3 To re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from To ill a the image BS n A _ _ ____ To darken the image RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus a detection zone The camcor
13. CHG charg indicator REFRESH indicator REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings To discharge the battery attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the above illustration Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete Hook on BATT RELEASE ATTENTION Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction NOTES No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place 2 e The CHG indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHG indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow 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 Approxima
14. MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO 7400 RS gt NEXT DATE TIME 11998 MENU FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT 25 12 98 Menu Screen When the System Select Switch is set to D S C PICTURE is displayed DATE TIME Setting Menu 24 hour indication Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking e Repeat this procedure until you re satisfied with the Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking START CLOCK OPERATION When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen appears and MENU END is highlighted CLOSE MENU 6 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTE To display
15. MODE Button to switch from one mode to the other until the desired setting appears as shown in the illustration to the left SHOOT Press the SNAPSHOT Button e A still image is stored in the built in memory and displayed for approx 2 seconds While the still image remains displayed that image is in the process of being stored in memory and it is therefore impossible to take another shot during that time When the still image disappears and the scene you are currently aimed at appears on the screen you may take another shot e The remaining number of shots available is displayed NOTES The remaining number of shots varies according to the selected Picture Mode In the STANDARD mode twice as many still images can be shot as in the FINE mode Six sample images have been stored in the built in memory at the factory If you wish to delete them first remove the Protect function t pg 57 then perform the Delete function pg 58 w47 Set to D S C FEATURE Picture Mode Setting PURPOSE There are two image settings you can choose from when storing in the camcorder s memory FINE and STANDARD You can select either according to your needs OPERATION 1 ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK Press the MENU Jog Dial 2 SELECT FUNCTION Select Dial Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move MENU Jog Dial the highlight bar to PICTURE then press
16. SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when PAUSE is displayed set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF To release when PAUSE and spp are not displayed press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF 40 en Tape running indicator gt Playback gt gt Fast Forward Forward Search lt 4 Rewind Reverse Search HE Still Playback Tape counter PLAY PAUSE REW VIDEO PLAYBACK Basic Playback LOAD A CASSETTE Slide EJECT to open the cassette holde
17. Select Menu Screen Vv DELETE CANCEL ENTER Delete Execute Menu Screen Menu Screen D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont MENU Jog Dial In case of ALL F p F p Delete When the memory in which still images are stored becomes full the number of remaining shots available reaches 0 blinking In this situation it becomes impossible to take your next shot Delete some still images already stored in memory to make room for new shots ACCESS MENU SCREEN 1 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS DELETE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DELETE then press it SELECT DELETE MODE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to SELECT or ALL then press it To select a still image by checking the still images stored in memory select SELECT then go to step 4 To delete all the still images stored in memory at once without checking them select ALL then go to step 5 To quit the Delete Mode rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on EXIT then press it twice SELECT ON DELETE SELECT MENU SCREEN 4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image then press it X appears above the selected still image When you have finished selecting all the desired still images rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on NEXT then
18. UNIT cont Insert Editing VIDEO You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged NOTE Use the RM V709U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT MODE Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to PLAY FIND EDIT OUT POINT Play back the tape locate the Edit out point and press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control RESET COUNTER Press and hold COUNTER R M for more than 1 second to reset the tape counter then press again for less than 1 second and make sure M appears FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene you want to replace press PLAY to view the recorded tape and press PAUSE exactly at the point where the new scene should start ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE Press and hold INSERT and without releasing INSERT press and release PAUSE The Insert mode is engaged When the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen go to the next step BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode END INSERT EDITING NOTES After step 5 Retake pg 19 can be performed The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end po
19. White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode lt gt pg 36 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing pg 35 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action A Biro Nega Posi Negative Positive The colours of a picture are reversed TPO ERA 2000 sec High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode 20n Ex Fader Fade in Fade out Function indication Viewfinder gt EFFECT MOSAIC After 2 sec FADER a MOSAIC SHUTTER H E SLIDE oe an No indication Recording Start Stop Button O RECORDING Advanced Features cont Fade Wipe These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode ENGAGE FADE OR WIPE STANDBY MODE Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown at left Once the desired mode appears it is selected and reserved e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 2 seconds Then the name disappears and only the indication remains START OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out TO CANCEL FA
20. and an image will appear J Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts e To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the Recording Start Stop Button once again For more details gt pgs 16 17 SUPPLY POWER BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack E Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure gt pg 8 EJ Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack QUICK OPERATION GUIDE D S C Power Switch Set to CAMERA System Select Switch Set to D S C EM Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover EJ Set the System Select Switch to D S C EJ Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear l Press the SNAPSHOT Button A still image is shot and is stored in the camcorder s memory For more details pg 46 Power Switch Set to PLAY System Select Switch Set to D S C El Set the System Select Switch to D S C PA Set the Power Switch to PLAY A still image stored in memory appears E Press Ww or T of the Page Button to select the still image you want to view For more details pg 53 SN GETTING STARTED Marks Power This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you A choose the most appropriate source of power
21. and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 52 EN C SHOOTING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations cont REC TIME Setting is impossible This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer F pg 38 TALLY LAMP The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording anil The tally lamp remains off at all times Original titles can not be recorded on digital still pictures Please use this function for video recording lt gt pg 29 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 22x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 22x COLOUR BAR Does not display colour bars Normal screen is recorded Makes the normal screen disappear then displays colour bars By recording colour bars at the beginning or end of a tape an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape NOTE While the colour bars are displayed the camcorder s other functions are disabled JLIP ID NO This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal JLIP The numbers range from 01 to 99 Factory setting is 07 DEMO MODE OFF Automatic demonstration will not take pl
22. as a personal computer For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal FTA Jack sce cetisreh ext ncusseteseccicges CF pg 57 AUDIO OUT Connector ccceeeee CF pg 44 VIDEO OUT Connector ccceeeeeeee CF pg 44 RF DC OUT Connector ccccceceeeees CF pg 44 Indicators Tally Lamp ensucian CF pg 14 Power Indicator coicsccicsessccesselacniens CF pg 14 Other Parts RA Video Eig cece canca a ceeeetecaveesseeyaeeie CF pg 21 EE Microphone cccsccsccsrosrcsecseroneenees CF pg 66 EY Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting REMO SENEO ranen CF pg 59 EH Clock Battery Compartment 0 CF pg 8 El Battery Pack Mount ceccseseeseenees CF pg 6 LCD window Picture Mode Display Remaining Number of Shots Indicator EA Electronic Viewfinder ccccccceceeees CF pg 10 EE Shoulder Strap Eyelets ccceeeees F pg 11 UO Gini Shale pa CF pg 10 AA Tripod Mounting Socket s es CF pg 11 7 ON TROUBLESHOOTING POWER No power is supplied The battery pack has not been attached correctly F pg 8 The battery pack is not charged F pg 8 The power supply has not been correctly connected lt gt pg 9 The power suddenly goes off and The battery pack has completely discharged doesn t
23. bottom of the screen Repeat for additional characters max 18 e To select the location of the next character rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make lt BACK or NEXT gt at the bottom of the screen blink then press it repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Rotate the MENU Jog Dial when you are done and the blinking cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING 4 Rotate the MENU jog dial to make EXIT blink then press it The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 5 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES To erase a character you entered mistakenly make CLEAR blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial then press it All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the blinking cursor to the characters at the bottom row which you want to replace then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight O in the top left corner and then press it To display the characters you have set Date Time Character Insert C pg 20 or Instant Titles QF pg 28 Characters may be set only in the Record Standby mode Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM O COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO 07
24. cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases SOn Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C tempera tures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become we
25. following steps 1 through 3 below Please note that initialization deletes all the still images including ones for which you performed the Protect function stored in the camcorder s memory If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory before initialization first transfer them to a PC and save them If image data is corrupt transfer is impossible FORMAT CANCEL Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY ENTER Press the MODE Button for more than 5 seconds The FORMAT Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CANCEL or ENTER then press it e CANCEL does not initialize the memory e ENTER initializes the memory During initialization ENTER blinks Format Menu Screen CAUTION When initialization is complete the screen becomes blue back While ENTER is selected and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage CAUTIONS DANGER Video Light e The video light becomes extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it rem
26. it The Picture Mode Setting Menu appears Viewfinder 3 SET PICTURE MODE MENU Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move Menu Screen the highlight bar to the desired sats ONE pps setting FINE or STANDARD EXPOSURE AUTO E Factory preset is FINE DATE TE 28 12 98 pe hrm e FINER return to the previous setting O PEED AUTO rotate the MENU Jog Dial to gt NEXT move the highlight bar to EXIT 4 CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the a Picture Mode highlight bar is on MENU END STANDARD Setting Menu Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen STD is displayed with STAND ARD selected and FINE is displayed with FINE selected PICTURE NOTES Jo store the still images you shot we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them on disk pg 63 When the remaining number indicator displays 0 blinking it is not possible to continue storing pictures until you delete some shots to make room for new ones Perform DELETE function in the Menu Screen to remove pictures you do not need 7 pg 58 The Picture Mode can be switched to either FINE or STANDARD Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode switching the Picture Mode will vary this number The LENS COVER warning blinks for approx 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed When
27. up to remove it and install one R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration to the left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically This may take around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left push up and remove the cassette NOTES During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape 44 en When connecting fg the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio Video Caples Psceeee te ccecdieeZes provided P 1 A B To If your TV VCR AUDIO ang has the SCART VIDEO IN 4 a connectors a connector use the cable adapter 4 provided Antenna To AUDIO V
28. 2 PLAY Button Playback start 7 pg 40 SNAPSHOT Button Functions same as SNAPSHOT button on the camcorder E gt pg 22 46 VISS Button Index Code Marking pg 63 ZOOM T W Button Zoom in and out F pg 18 VCR CTL Button A DUB Button STOP Button Stop pg 40 INSERT Buttons Insert Editing pg 68 CF pg 64 Audio Dubbing C pg 70 EN 63 FEATURE Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse PURPOSE The remote control lets you set release Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as well as the Menu Screen OPERATION Self Timer 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 4 on pg 38 Self Timer press INT TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor When using the remote control be sure to changing in the following order 15S point it at the remote sensor The above 30S IMIN 5MIN and No indication illustration shows the approximate transmitted off beam effective area for indoor use 2 Release The transmitted beam may not be effective or Instead of setting INT TIME to may cause incorrect operation outdoors or OFF in the Menu press INT TIME when the remote sensor is directly exposed to on the remote control until the sunlight or powerful lighting Interval Timer indicator disappears Animation 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 39
29. 22 50 00 FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Date Time Character Insert To display the date and time in the viewfinder or on a connected colour monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK 2 Choose a display mode by pressing DATE TIME repeatedly while in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration to the left m You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure lt gt pg 11 If you haven t do so first DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded f you don t want to record the display select the Date off mode before shooting f you want to delete the display during shooting press DATE TIME Jo recall the display engage the Record Standby mode and press DATE TIME repeatedly until the desired display appears Even if you shoot with the date time character displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting they will not be recorded AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing DATE TIME In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mod
30. Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each Viewfinder time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and No indication off Index Code 2 Release Marking Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 39 press REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time indicator disappears Rec Time Indicator Time Lapse 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg 39 Time Lapse press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and No indication off Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 39 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear Interval Timer Indicator START STOP Also refer to pgs 38 and 39 VISS FEATURE Index Code Marki INT TIME PURPOSE i ae o e access to any REC TIME l selected point on a recording OPERATION 1 Press VISS once to place the index code INDEX blinks during marking o a NOTE If VISS is pressed during Record P Standby mode the mark is placed where START STOP is pressed ING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Random Assemble Editing R A Edit Create edited videos easily
31. C If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder s memory delete them F pg 58 59 Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation registered in the U S A and other countries Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S A and other countries 62 n USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations PLAY STOP PAUSE FF and REW of your VCR This remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible INSTALLING THE BATTERY PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER 1 Pull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock hole INSERT BATTERY Making sure the plus side is up insert the lithium battery CR2025 into the battery holder REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit and push the holder until it clicks into place Read the caution concerning lithium batteries F pg 2 RM V709U provided With the camcorder s power switch With the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA set to PLAY FUNCTIONS BUTTONS PAUSE IN Connector I gt pg 65 peepee o transmitting window Omer SET bution Joma REC TIME Button FF Button Retake forward lt pg 19 FF FF Shuttle Search I pg 40 42 REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review pg 19 Rew Rew Shuttle Search pg 40 42 PAUSE Button Pause CF pg 4
32. C pg 42 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed OTHER The picture is blurred in the Quick This is normal while recording in the LP mode Some Review or Retake mode noise may be present while recording in the SP mode CF pg 14 The date and time displays f you remove the power source from the camcorder while disappear the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source The wrong date and time are If you have not performed Date Time Setting pg 11 displayed recorded the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out The tape won t eject The battery pack is running low 1S0 TROUBLESHOOTING cont When the System Select Switch is set to D S C SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S SHOOTING Although the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed a still image is not stored in the built in memory Self Timer Shooting is not available It is not possible to shoot in sucession PLAYBACK Although ALL is selected in the DELETE Menu Screen all still images cannot be deleted Date Time Insert is not performed while shooting a still image Instant Titles are not displayed while shooting a still image Some settings cannot be changed in the Menu Screen When the number of remaining shots avai
33. DE OR WIPE STANDBY MODE 3 Press EFFECT repeatedly until OFF appears e OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade wipe standby mode is canceled Fader Fades in out to a black screen Mosaic Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern Ay Shutter Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre t slide Wipe A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left NOTES Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic Fader is selected The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe is used with Sepia pg 25 With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 25 engaged when Fader not Mosaic is used the image fades in out to a white screen Even if you start shooting with the Fade Wipe indication displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting the Fade Wipe does not function ee en 2 Viewfinder Wide This feature allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect e ENGAGE WIDE MODE 1 Press WIDE Wide mode e To restore normal screen press WIDE again Super LoLux Gain Up Bright natural recordin
34. E Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures 5 Set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF NOTES For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode Fade or Wipe in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected ACCESS MENU SCREEN automatically after the selected period of time RELEASE ANIMATION MODE Time Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU
35. F pg 14 DATE TIME Button ecececeeseeeeeeees CF pg 20 COUNTER R M BUtlOMisiarnersessceacanesses CF pg 42 Q P Picture STABILIZER Button pg 17 REW Butto secace scnacucdesenstenacescmsctsdeces I gt pg 36 RETAKE R Quick Review Button CF pg 17 O PLAY PAUSE BUON cxcnscusccsnccsierumavanc I gt pg 36 FF BUOD manresana I gt pg 36 RETAKE F BUON os scscscconscavesoovseatesscees F pg 17 DOSTOP Button sissien IF pg 36 PET Owie piira CF pg 15 3 Function Navigator Dial MENU Jog Dial axnidessrapeesnceceusapeaacvescs CF pg 9 LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch CF pg 21 5 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch CF pg 6 Dioptre Adjustment ccccceeterees CF pg 10 D System Select VIDEO D S C Switch CF pg 14 36 42 49 MODE BUTON sccccossgectaieecatescsestons CF pg 18 42 SNAPSHOT Button 0cceceeeee CF pg 18 42 LENS COVER Switch iscssscsceticevcacccie teens CF pg 14 D Recording Start Stop Button 0 CF pg 14 22 Power Switch 0 0000000 CF pg 14 36 42 49 EN 19 Connectors DG UN Jack ore cascerertteceesteec setae arceets CF pg 7 The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover External Microphone Input Jack CF pg 66 J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector e Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing pg 62 65 e It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such
36. IDEO and RF DC OUT connectors NOTES t is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR There are three basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR Al Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 7 As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR SUPPLY POWER 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Connection To A TV With A V Input Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mo
37. Remote H has the SCART 7 PAUSE F connector use To Pause In the cable adapter provided VCR RM V709U provided 66en SING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ont PLAY PAUSE FF SELECT SCENES ACCESS R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY Press PLAY PAUSE then press ON OFF and the counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene you want then press IN OUT to register that point The data appears under IN on the display REGISTER END OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and press IN OUT to register it The data appears under OUT on the display The total time of the registered scene s is displayed at the bottom of the screen REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene as many as 8 RM V709U provided MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the FF most recently registered point ON OFF CANCEL NOTES There must be at least one second between an in point and its corresponding out point To ensure correct operation there should be at least 15 seconds between an out point and the next in point Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points f it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in point the VCR s Record Pause mode is cancelled and e
38. ace Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade Wipe Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available By turning off the camcorder DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled __ Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK D S C PLAYBACK Basic Playback W53 Page Button To move the page next To move the page back Still images shot using this camcoder are automatically numbered then stored in numerical order in the built in memory You can view the still images stored in memory one at a time much like flipping through a photo album SELECT MODE Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY e The still image stored in memory is displayed e When no still image is stored in memory the screen becomes blue PLAY BACK Press W or T located on the Page Button to select the still image you want to view e Each time W is pressed the page goes back while each time T is pressed the page goes next e Even if you shoot a new picture after playing back a still image with a low number this will not overwrite the existing picture because ne
39. ain unit The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark m The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91 157 EEC and 93 86 EEC m Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly SS lll ENO This camcorder is designed to be used with VHS GC fH ea PAL type colour television signals It cannot be al used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and m This camcorder is designed exclusively for the viewfinder playback are possible anywhere VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked Use the BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U battery VHS C can be used with this unit packs and to recharge them the provided m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An equipment appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment DO ensure that all elec
40. ains extremely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U vosesasiossnsaanstens AA R6 size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused battery can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of battery in a fire 4 Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a nickel cadmium battery Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard Terminals do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers EN 79 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully dischar
41. akeshift 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 Am MAJOR FEATURES REMEMBER Program Manager Il 1 I Choi gt pg 24 39 Programme AE with Special Effects fi Logica C Ore Fade Wipe Wide Super LoLux F a Compact VHS Instant Title Menu Adjustment Focus Exposure Control and so on VHS PAL 2 The o vendre pl video Digital Still Camera Built in casserfes inat can pe M M used with your VHS VCR PC communication capable with Cassette Adapter gt Pg 46 61 Programme AE with Special Integrated Auto Light Effects 7 pg 24 25 m Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release m Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect E Sepia m Twilight E Sports m Nega Posi m 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter Digital H Z Random Assemble Editing ir pa in com pg 64 67 Zoom in gt 0 ow mh A Joje jolo ojoo Zoom out PROVIDED ACCESSORIES EN O e AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EK e Remote Control Unit RM V709U
42. art Stop VIDEO pg 16 17 Wipe MOUT srecno pg 26 Recording Mode Setting pg 14 Z Record Standby 00000008 pg 16 Remote Control Unit pg 62 ZOOM E pg 18 REMOVE Casole panoro pg 15 S i E E A T pg 19 Rewind Tape eeeeeeeeeeeeeeees pg 40 So Self TiMerr cceccesccsscsscescees pg 38 49 63 Sepia Mode osooso pg 25 48 Shooting Advanced Features BNA e pg 48 52 Shooting D S C sesira pg 46 Shoulder Strap Attachment pg 13 Shuttle Sede Pipipaia pg 42 Slide Show Mode 000 pg 60 Snapshot Mode oxiccecasmnsttemrcoondes pg 22 46 Snapshot VIDEO eeeee pg 22 Specifications cceeeeeerereeees pg 82 Sports Mode n se pg 25 49 STANDARD Mode 22006 pg 47 Star Mark On The Setting MEDUS secans i pg 56 Still Image Data Transfer pg 61 Still Playback scaceccttenncatcecennecnotes pg 42 Store A Still Image In The Built In Memory essssessssssssss pg 46 SUPET LOLUX weceissceseasesoneameveescons pg 27 49 T Tape COUMEN guerre rere ttre rT pg 40 Tape Dubbing ccercteverooiesenascn pg 45 Tape Length Setting pg 14 Time Lapse Shooting pg 39 63 e a E E pg 41 Tripod Mounting lt issscnetuevechionians pg 13 Twilight Mode sccsacessavecnuiechereins pg 25 49 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHT 1998 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD EK Pri
43. blower brush 3 Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise NOTES Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mould may form if the lens is left dirty 7 27 OLS INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS 30MIN gt S LX 3 FINE 12 my REC SP p gt gt gt TWILIGHT NOR D _LENS COVER MW 20 s AUS eD 22 10 OT TBS MIN 2174S TAPE END MERRY CHRISTMAS 25 12 98 22 50 00 Viewfinder Indications G Cassette Warning Tape Remaining Time r pg 17 When no cassette is inserted the cassette CJ warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette Cy warning lights Otherwise the tape remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warningt blinks when the tape is about to reach its end When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and a tape is loaded the cassette Ga mark is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab s position 2 Recording Mode SP LP Maca s CF pg 14 3 W Programme AE Indicator CF pg 24 Displayed at 3 for approx 1 second when the Select Dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indica tor remains at 40 3 1 Fade Wipe Standby ICAO a ocapeosaracsed ccutiensbacnaqaaers CF pg 26 Dis
44. come back on by itself 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 Some functions are not available The Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK Vertical white lines appear when 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 Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of in the viewfinder the camcorder An error number i e E03 appears Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears consult your nearest JVC dealer The image is out of focus The dioptre needs to be adjusted C pg 12 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 34 Even though the Lens Cover is open 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 Char
45. corder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture e Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg 38 then press the SNAPSHOT Button as step 5 in place of the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed a still image is shot automatically gt pg 38 Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO PICTURE gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO 06 DEMO MODE gt MENU END Setting Menu ex INT TIME iii 4 a ANC REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE gt MENU END 4 HI Normal Screen SC SHOOTING Advanced Features cont Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed When the highlight bar reaches the top of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed e f the setting you want can t be found in the Me
46. cted still image appears on the whole screen then the screen enters normal playback It is not necessary to perform steps 4 and 5 If you select SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT or DELETE See respective pages END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears SSS LL ENDO All still images stored in memory can be displayed six at a time This mode is a convenient way to look for the still image you want to view and to check the still images you shot beforehand F pg 56 SLIDE SHOW 1 Allows you to run through all the still images stored in memory automatically in numerical order Each still image is displayed This mode is like a regular slide show pg 60 SLIDE SHOW 2 The still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top C pg 60 PROTECT Lets you protect selected still images from accidental erasure Select a still image for which you want to perform Protect to put a padlock mark next to it A still image with a padlock mark cannot be deleted When selecting a still image to protect you can check six still images stored in memory at a time F pg 57 DELETE Allows you to delete some still images already stored in memory F pg 58 CAUTION While ENTER is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking switc
47. d and re inserted during recording use the Retake function pg 19 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed FEATURE Zooming PURPOSE To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Digital circuitly doubles the maximum 22x magnification offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital Zoom OPERATION Zoom In Press the T of the Power Zoom Button Zoom Out Zoom indicator bar Press W of the Power Zoom Button m Zooming speed is available A total of 4 zoom speeds are available 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed press the button fully for regular speed press it lightly for slow speed while 2 speed levels FAST SLOW can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer Power Zoom button The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu 1 Set the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to ZOOM SPEED then press it The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired speed Zoom out Zoom Level indicator Se
48. d time F pg 11 Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus PICTURE Allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images in JPEG Joint Photographic Expert Group format Since the quality of image is better than STANDARD FINE is more suitable for post production on a PC STANDARD Allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images in JPEG Joint STD Photographic Expert Group format Since in this mode twice as many still images can be shot as in the FINE mode select this mode when you wish to shoot many still images This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment However precise colour adjustment is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour MWB HALOGEN 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 I pg 37 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed CF pg 18 SLOW __ Factory setting
49. damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS Dust and dirt on video heads 1 Always allow enough time for your camcorder to acclimatize to its environment before using it 2 Do not use the unit in areas of high humidity Typical areas of high humidity are given below e From being used or stored in a very cold outdoor situation then immediately being used 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 where rapid large temperature changes can occur 3 Taking care of your C format video cassette tapes e Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position complete in their cassette cases e During transportation always store cassettes in their cassette cases 4 Check recorded information at regular intervals If the camcorder is equipped with a quick review facility use this facility to check whether the picture is clear or not If the quick review or playback picture is not clear then the video heads may be dirty NOTE As a maladjusted tracking control can give similar symptoms to dirty video heads please check that the tracking control of the unit is in the centre position EN 8 l Cleaning the video heads Accumulation of dirt and other pa
50. de as specified in its instructions Connection To A TV With NO A V Input Connectors Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional RF V5E RF unit Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection procedure TAPE DUBBING PLAY PAUSE Power Switch When connecting the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio Video cable provided To AUDIO and VIDEO IN Sennediols If your TV VCR has the SCART connector use the cable adapter a provided Recording deck Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration to the left connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE 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 EN 45 46en D S C Set to S MODE P Pin Up l display
51. der s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark object is barely visible e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The low contrast warning amp appears NOTES Ifthe lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty When condensation occurs wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 18 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend ing on the distance between the camcorder and the subject When Tele Macro t pg 31 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically EN 35 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments 7 pg 12 If you haven t do so before co
52. diting doesn t take place Pressing ON OFF 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 enO Original tape camcorder AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR i OUT x OUT k OUT ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE tat J J MODE ojoj ja Ojo i 1 Point the remote control towards the VCR s infrared Y y v sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually B ojojiojola engage the VCR s Record Pause mode Edited tape VCR BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder and the l previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in amp STOP the specified order While editing the R A Edit counter of the scene which is beging copied is shown with a blinking highlight END AUTOMATIC EDITING 3 When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode Press STOP on both units To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press ON OFF PE a e When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable NOTES RM V709U MENU If you performed step 1 C on page 65 MAKE provided Jog Dial CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing The on screen display only appears while the VCR REC STBY camcorder searches for each scene There ma
53. e HAPPY HOLIDAYS using Character MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left SELECT PRESET TITLE 7 Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed NOTE Even if you shoot with the Title displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting this is not recorded Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 B AU M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEEDS FAST gt NEXT an Menu Screen gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER D ZOOM COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE gt MENU END POL CCL lt BACK NEXT gt EXIT CLEAR m a 2 lt Om o ANUT NVQROD oe gt O 9 I OS OCH 1OL 1KECYOULDVELLLLO lt BACK NEXTP EXIT CLEAR EN 2 9 Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS CHARACTER MENU 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CHARACTER then press it INPUT CHARACTERS 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired character blink then press it The selected character appears at the
54. e and disables all other modes LIGHT OFF AUTO ON DANGER m The video light can become extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E t is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION w2 Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim 1 Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch 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 the subject OFF Turns off the light m The video light can only be used with the camcorder s power on m t is recommended to set the white balance pg 36 to HALOGEN mode 26 when you use the video light m When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power Fven if the battery indicator 4 does not blink if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light t
55. e camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode Viewfinder Remaining number of shots 22 21 1 0 Blinking Pictrue mode display FINE or STD standard Pin Up A still image on a white background A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel J Full A still image that occupies the entire I image field is recorded EN 25 NOTES Six sample images have been stored in the built in memory at the factory If you wish to delete them first remove the Protect function lt pg 57 then perform the Delete function F pg 58 When the remaining number indicator displays 0 bliking the still image will be recorded onto the tape but not in the built in memory If you wish to store a still image in the built in memory perform the DELETE function in the Menu Screen to remove still images you do not need gt pg 58 The Picture Mode can be switched to either FINE or STANDARD Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode switching the Picture Mode will vary this number If the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to D S C the still image cannot be recorded onto the tape but will be stored in the camcorder s built in memory pg 46 Image data stored in the camcorder s built in memory can be transferred to a Windows PC or Macintosh and saved using the provided ima
56. e the highlight bar to SLIDE SHOW 1 or SLIDE SHOW 2 then press it If you select SLIDE SHOW 1 all still images stored in memory are displayed in numerical order If you select SLIDE SHOW 2 the still image wipes in to push up the previous one from the bottom of the screen to the top e To end SLIDE SHOW press the MENU Jog Dial The still image which follows the still image displayed at the moment the MENU Jog Dial is pressed appears then the screen returns to the Menu Screen CLOSE MENU 3 Press the MENU Jog Dial Set to D S C D S C PLAYBACK Connection To DIGITAL jack 8 pin PC connection cables provided Ess For Windows To COM Port For Macintosh To Modem Port or Printer Port RS 232C Viewfinder 4 Op 4 0 3 NOTES Before transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder s built in memory perform the camcorder s Picture Mode Setting F pg 47 The still images will be transferred from the personal computer in the selected Picture Mode nO Connection to a Windows PC Macintosh Image data stored in the camcorder s built in memory can be transferred to a Windows PC or Macintosh and saved using the provided image transfer software The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software and the still image proces
57. ernating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights Viewfinder e WIDE TITLE e SUPER Select Dial d O eO Dial Viewfinder symbol indication LOCK lizol Relea Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial Mode si 4S S Ore 5158 S 5 Auto Mode Release Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock Electronic Fog Filter FG FG FOG Electronic Fog Filter Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the image and gives it a fantasy look ND ND ND EFFECT ND Effect A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject d d SEPIA N ae D The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide F pg 27 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie lt x EN 2O Dial Viewfinder Mod symbol indication one a e Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e
58. fety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents cover page e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you refer to CONTROLS INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS F pgs 72 74 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions F pgs 79 81 They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immedi ately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructio
59. fter the 7th one can also be accessed in the same Menu Screen way e f the desired still image cannot be found place the highlight bar on EXIT then press the MENU Jog Dial twice to exit the Menu Screen NOTES When moving the frame from the 7th still image back to the 6th rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on EXIT then rotate it further upward The frame is moved to the 6th still image Perform the same procedure for the 13th image On the Index Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode Playback screen Set the System Select Switch to D S C MENU Jog Dial MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen EXIT lt PROTECT gt A padlock mark appears EN 5 7 Protect This mode helps prevent accidental erasure of images Put a padlock mark next to the desired still image and that still image cannot be deleted ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS PROTECT MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to PROTECT then press it elf you do not want to perform Protect for any still image go to step 4 SET PROTECT Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image then press it The padlock mark appears above the selected image e On the Protect Menu Screen all still images are displayed
60. ge transfer software pg 61 The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software When a Pin Up is taken with the Wide mode pg 27 activated the black bars at the top and bottom of the screen will disappear When a Snapshot is taken in a dark environment the still image recorded onto the tape and stored in memory will become coarse and its true colours will be lost 2 4 EN VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later the mode is activated Programme AE With Special Effects After 1 sec All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial SELECT MODE 7 Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 1 second Then the name disappears and only the indication remains The mode is activated e When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release mode is selected only the mode s name is displayed Then the name disappears and the mode is activated NOTES Only one effect can be engaged at a time The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe lt gt pg 26 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations n the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alt
61. ger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning SS LLU en When the System Select Switch is set to VIDEO POSSIBLE CAUSE RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape pg 15 If the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to record onto the tape Change the Switch position to VIDEO pg 16 Recording does not start The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA F pg 16 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode playback picture If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel Playback cannot be performed If the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to play back a tape Change the Switch position to VIDEO pg 40 Playback picture is blurred or The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your interrupted nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward The Counter Memory Function has been activated or rewind
62. ging charge in an environment where tempera tures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer tempera tures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications E NN ederim E 10 C to 35 C elic ieee er tr nT 0 C to 40 C DOTA o ATEA 10 C to 30 C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use make sure the cassette bears the VHS C mark be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all This slackens the tape and can result in damage do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store
63. gs can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown to the left Once the desired mode appears it is engaged e The mode s name is displayed for approx 2 seconds then disappears MAX To record a subject in a dark lit environ SUPER LOLUX ment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Viewfinder After 2 sec o d NORM OFF NOTE for Fade Wipe Wide Super LoLux Instant Titles and Picture Stabiliser 3 When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK the above functions will be set to the Factory settings Fade Wipe standby OFF Wide mode off Super LoLux MAX Instant Title off Picture Stabiliser off Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK the above functions return to the settings you selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK However if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK Lee eee eee ee eee eee e
64. he screw CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod 14a Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 Menu Screen TELE MACRO OFF Tare mean 5160 W B AU 740 0 Na gt NEXT TARE LENGTH TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu MENU FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO 740 0 RS 2 3 gt NEXT SP LP Recording Mode Button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder Tape length indicator Recording mode indicator i VIDEO GETTING STARTED cont Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears SET TAPE LENGTH Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the correct setting T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes in SP elf you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highligh
65. hing off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage Allows you to check 6 still images stored in memory at a time to select the still images you want to delete E Allows you to delete all the still images at once except protected images D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont Index You can view all still images stored in memory six at a time Use this mode when looking for a still image you want to view and when checking the still images you shot beforehand ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial Set the System Select Switch to D S C MENU Jog Dia ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INDEX then press it MENU VIEW INDEX IMAGES INDEX Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the SLIDE SHOW 1 desired still image then press it The one you nes p y BEIDE SHOW 5 selected is displayed on the whole screen then the ELETE screen enters normal playback e On the Index Menu Screen 6 still images are gt MENU END displayed at a time When viewing the still images that follow the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial iil to move the frame from Index No 1 to No 6 and then rotate it further downward The frame is EXIT lt INDEX gt placed on the 7th still image automatically Images a
66. ightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE Power Switch START STOP REW PAUSE INSERT PLAY RM V709U provided 7 Oe ISING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Audio dubbing indicator Viewfinder To external microphone input jack capped RM V709U provided Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing VIDEO procedure gt pg 68 before continuing e The sound comes from the built in microphone or an external microphone if connected FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub new audio press PLAY to view the recorded tape then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE Press and hold A DUB and without releasing A DUB press and release PAUSE BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub Standby mode END AUDIO DUBBING 4 Press STOP NOTES Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate f the microphone is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is to
67. int and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode EN 69 Insert Editing Insert A Still Image From The Built in Memory Onto A Tape You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder s built in memory into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged Perform steps 1 through 5 in Insert Editing lt pg 68 before the following procedure NOTE Use the RM V709U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT STILL IMAGE First set the System Select Switch to D S C Press the Page Button to select the still image you wish to insert BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the Camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode Insert editing To insert still images in sequential order onto the indicator tape press the Page Button to move the page forward To insert still images at random onto the tape Tape Count first record the still image you selected in step 1 PRE Soar onto the tape then press START STOP to engage the Insert Pause mode To select another still image press the Page Button again then Viewfinder press START STOP Insert Editing begins END INSERT EDITING 3 Press STOP NOTES The tape may stop sl
68. lable reaches 0 blinking it becomes impossible to take your next shot Perform DELETE function to remove some still images already stored in memory C pg 58 Pressing the Recording Start Stop Button does not start recording in the Self Timer Shooting procedure Press the SNAPSHOT Button pg 49 A still image is in the process of being stored in memory for approx 2 seconds after the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed During that time it is impossible to take another shot When the still image disappears and the scene you are currently aimed at appears on the screen take another shot C pg 46 The Protect function is in effect for some still images If they are not necessary cancel the Protect function then try deleting all still images again C pg 57 It is not possible to display the date time on a still image It is not possible to display the Instant Titles on a still image It is not possible to set REC TIME in the Menu Screen Since the camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device external noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly For example when a still image you shot is stored in the camcorder s built in memory the above may cause the following Although the remaining number of shots indicator shows that shooting is possible a still image cannot be stored in memory after shooting In such a case initialize the memory by
69. lays colour bars By recording colour bars at the beginning or end of a tape an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape NOTE While the colour bars are displayed the camcorder s other functions are disabled COLOUR BAR JLIP ID NO This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal JLIP The numbers range from 01 to 99 Factory setting is 07 DEMO MODE EMME Aulomatic demonstration will not take place Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade Wipe Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK EN BS Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears Select Dial MENU Jos Dial
70. lect Dial MENU Jog Dial and press it twice The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the Viewfinder zoom while in Record Standby lock MENU gt MENU END F AUTO Menu Screen the focus by using the manual focus pg 35 then zoom in or out in Record mode The zoom level indicator WM moves US EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED CFAST gt NEXT ae during zoom Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital process ing aie Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM to OFF in the Menu Screen t pg 32 oe i ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed ZOOM SPEED Pressing the in the Menu Power Zoom Button mercen fully lightly FAST T ast SLOW 4 lowes L when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK en 19 FEATURE Quick Review PURPOSE To check the end of the last record ing P STABILIZER OPERATION 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode E Tape is rewound for about 2 RETAKE R F seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal FEATURE Retake PURPOSE To
71. n t allow it to discharge in container such as a bag If you stop recharging or discharging part way through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack The CHG indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that s been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHG indicator should blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer To AC outlet DC OUT A terminal 9 To DC IN jack AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EK DC cord To car s N cigarette lighter socket WY Car Battery Charger Adapter BH V3E optional USING A CAR BATTERY USING AC POWER Use the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in connect as shown in the illustration above the illustration above NOTES NOTE When using the car battery leave the engine idling The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can automatic voltage selection in the AC range from also be used to charge the battery pack 110 V to 240 V When using the optional Car Batter
72. ng the cassette If there is any slack turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder can t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power F pg 6 Jape Length Setting pg 12 Recording Mode lape Length Setting lt gt pg 14 Grip Adjustment pg 10 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 Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING Press the Recording Start Stop Button o un appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress Tally lamp lights while recording is in progress Tape remaining time indicator
73. ns given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code T Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug connect as follows Blue wire to terminal coded N Neutral or coloured black Brown wire to terminal coded L Live or coloured Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Warning on lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace the battery with Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Maxell CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire CAUTIONS m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel m When you are not using the AC Power Adapter Battery charger for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the m
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75. ntinuing ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO Select Dial LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu MENU Jog Dial Screen appears and the highlight bar is placed on FOCUS Viewfinder ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTOS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME _ 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO Menu Screen 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS ee Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar No indication W B T f to MANU then press it a and amp appear The FOOM EEF Lana during focus is locked at this point recording ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Focus Menu Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward lt appears and Screen blinks Go to step 5 To nearer subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward appears and blinks Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disppears and 4 amp reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 3 To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 1 Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sha
76. nu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER 1 See respective pages FOCUS F pg 34 35 EXPOSURE CF pg 33 DATE TIME CF pg 11 CHARACTER CF pg 29 If you select JLIP ID NO press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting elf you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears NOTE The menu function except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are not available while in the Record mode SSS LLU nol Menu Screen Explanations AUTO Adjusts focus automatically MANU o Allows you to adjust focus manually F pg 34 35 AUTO Adjusts exposure automatically Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 33 DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date an
77. o acacatcecsecncereneeuazevast pg 56 Index Number wexccsadevraoncindesnvees pg 56 IVSORE CASSCING sireenin dini pg 15 insert ECUIUING seneraran pg 68 69 Instant Ti ES ssassn pg 28 J HIP IDO NO reciateesaracdasaccotatcovensc pg 32 52 PE E EEEE EA SETATA TENT pg 51 M Manual FOCUS seersscpuneirimassi pg 35 MBR Code Setting seicsssissss pg 64 Modem POM isimse pg 61 Move The Page Back 5 pg 53 Move The Page Next 05 pg 53 N ND Effect Mode eeeeeeeeeeee pg 25 48 Nega Posi MOde cceeeeeeeees pg 25 49 P Padlock MarK sacvenasrecarterteiucaanaes pg 57 Picture Mode Setting pg 47 Pict re Stabilizer srisssiicaressas pg 19 48 PIN UP IMA E eaaa pg 22 46 Playback D S C ccvcctadasarenceies pg 53 Playback VIDEO essen pg 40 PMS Tr Olesna pg 61 Program AE With Special Effects pg 24 25 Protect MENU SCIEN seissrssssris pg 57 Protect Mode sanierssseorssvemenctoie pg 57 Provided Accessories s pg 5 54 en Q V Quick Review eseese pg 19 Video Light secceaenacetasgiaareeasenens pg 21 R Viewfinder Adjustment pg 12 D Viewfinder Indications pg 72 73 Random Assemble Editing pg 64 67 Recording Advanced W Features VIDEO ssssseeseee pg 26 39 White Balance Adjustment pg 36 Recording VIDEO ceeeeee pg 16 Wide Mode sacsciencsdnscudecciaancaseass pg 27 49 Recording St
78. o high whistling or howling may occur NOTES for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording To edit dub onto a tape make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing or the edit points will not be accurate 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 en LENS COVER Open Close Switch Set to POWER OFF BATT RELEASE After Use 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 Slide BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack Slide the LENS COVER Open Close switch to close the lens cover 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 CLEAN VIEWFINDER 3 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Remove dust using a
79. o set MWB CF pg 37 CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen ee Viewfinder J Ko 3ye CLOUD 3 HALOGEN MWBE 4 a E M W B Menu Screen eNOS MWB MWE sets the colour temperature for the subject s light source so you can shoot with natural colours that are unaffected by surroundings even when there are multiple subjects with different colour temperatures PREPARE WHITE OBJECT 7 Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper SELECT MWB 2 Follow step 1 through 3 on page 36 Manual White Balance Adjustment select MWB MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE 3 Press the MENU Jog Dial until MWB begins blinking MWB blinks while the white balance is being stored in memory then the Menu Screen reappears when memorization is complete CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES To switch to automatic white balance adjustment set the M W B in the Menu Screen to AUTO or turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned off and on again or when the Select Dial s position has been changed When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 1 of MWB this unit makes its colour temperature standard for automatic white balance So yo
80. orm Protect for the necessary ones pg 59 or save them on a PC so that you do not lose them accidentally lt gt pg 61 Even if ALL is selected on the Delete Menu Screen it is not possible to delete a still image with a padlock mark ALL only deletes all still images that are not protected After images are deleted from memory the remaining images are automatically moved up to fill in any gaps in the numerical sequence The Index No for images protected with the padlock mark may therefore change When selecting the desired still image in step 4 to move the frame from No 7 to 6 place the highlight bar on EXIT by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward Rotate it further upward to move the frame to No 6 Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one On the Delete Select Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode Set the System Select Switch to D S C MENU Jog Dial MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT gt MENU END Menu Screen r i Ex SLIDE SHOW 1 D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont Slide Show You can run through all the still images stored in memory automatically This is like a regular slide show There are 2 types available Select either according to your needs ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to mov
81. played at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one function to another by pressing the EFFECT button Then only the indicator remains at 4 Multi Function Control NCIC AUION o2cGacacsanccuatenscacceuss CF7 pg 26 27 Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi Function Control is pressed The indication disappears within approx 2 seconds Picture Mode Display IF pg 23 46 Remaining Number Of Shots WCC AION cade teceneenonmenest CF7 pg 23 46 6 Super LoLux Indicator 6 CF pg 27 Tape Length Indicator 4 CF pg 14 Zoom Indicator Bar cc08 CF pg 18 Recording Indicator 00068 CF pg 14 2 Picture Stabiliser Indicator CF pg 19 3 Interval Timer Recording Time ate ler Co EET F pg 39 900 D D e Record Standby Mode IGCALG ariaspa CF pg 16 eLens Cover Warning LENS COVER sncreninensneprira F pg 17 e Data Transfer Display PORMODE racaio r pg 61 Instant Title Display CF pg 28 Date Time Character Display C7 pg 20 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level qm gt When the power is almost gone the indicator lt blinks battery power warningt then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares ama
82. press the MENU Jog Dial e On the Delete Select Menu Screen the still images are displayed six at a time To delete the stil images that follow the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from No 1 to No 6 then rotate it further downward The frame is moved to the 7th still image automatically Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 7th one ee en DI In case of SELECT NEXT lt DELETE gt If you check the remaining still images on Index Menu Screen after deleting EXIT lt INDEX gt es Bes 02 x 03 x l ACCESS DELETE EXECUTE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CANCEL or ENTER then press it e CANCEL does not delete the selected still images and the screen returns to the Menu Screen e ENTER deletes the selected still images While ENTER blinks they are in the process of being deleted from memory After deleting is finished the screen returns to the Menu Screen CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu screen CAUTION While ENTER is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage NOTES Before deleting some still images stored in memory perf
83. r then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked SELECT MODE Set the System Select Swtich to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to PLAY The power indicator lights PLAY BACK 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears 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 Stop mode To turn on again set the Power Switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY VIDEO PLAYBACK Features MENU Jog Dial en Tracking This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on screen during playback Initial setting is Auto Tracking Manual Tracking is also available ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear e To return to Auto Tracking press the MENU Jog Dial AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears NOTES When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders FEATURE PURPOSE COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE FEATURE PURPOSE FEATURE Set to VIDEO PURPOSE OPERATION OPERATION OPERATION
84. 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 Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press Recording Start Stop Button to start recording Noise may appear during Retake This is normal FEATURE Picture Stabiliser PURPOSE To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification OPERATION 1 Press P STABILISER CQ appears m To switch off the Picture Stabiliser press P STABILISER The indicator disappears Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes e When shooting dark or dim subjects e When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting e When shooting scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording with the camcorder on a tripod 20 EN VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features cont DATE TIME Select Dial Display Date display Time display Date Time display Auto Date Date off mode Record mode No display A The characters you have set using Character Generator lt gt pg 31 AUTO DATE Auto date record mode Auto date record executed 25 12 98
85. rmat Video recording system Luminance Color Cassette Tape speed 5P LP Recording time max SP LP D S C format Recording format Recording medium Number of storable shots Image size CAMERA Pick up Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment SPECIFICATIONS 0 C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C Approx 840 g TS W x 117 A x 242 D mm 20 mm round x 1 monaural DC 6V sae 8 6 W 57 W PAL type VHS PAL standard FM recording Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard VHSTH cassette 23 39 mm sec 11 70 mm sec 60 minutes 120 minutes with EC 60 cassette Digital data storage based on JPEG Built in flash memory 1 Mbyte FINE mode approx 22 shots approx 32000 byte data compression STANDARD mode approx 44 shots approx 16000 byte data compression 320 x 240 pixels 1 4 format CCD F1 6 f 3 8 to 83 6 mm 22 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Auto Manual adjustment INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTORS Video Output 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO OUT connector Audio Output 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO OUT connector JLIP 3 5 mm diameter 4 pole mini head jack compatible with EIAJ RC 5325 plug Digital Mini DIN 8 pin External microphone input
86. rply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer a or amp will blink No indication during recording Manual Focus Screen Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU Menu Screen gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE T IME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B sAUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT M W B M W B Menu AUTO Screen e FINE e CLOUD 4 HALOGEN MWB Manual White Balance Adjustment M W B The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to M W B then press it SELECT WHITE BALANCE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the required white balance AUTO sisaning Automatic adjustment gt FINE a n Outdoors on sunny day we CLOUD Outdoors on cloudy day HALOGEN Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB sicisisrienass When using a personal White Balance Setting stored in memory T
87. rticles 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 2 Remove the cleaning cassette and check the playback picture with a previously good recorded tape 3 If the picture is clear then recording on a new tape can begin when desired If the picture is not clear repeat steps 1 to 3 up to two more times If the picture is still unclear consult your local JVC dealer Important Note If heads have become dirty the associated tape will also be damaged please do not use the tape again e A built in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a cassette is loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging e Cleaning cassette TCC 2U is available from your JVC local dealer 82 EN GENERAL Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Including viewfinder Speaker Power source Power consumption Light on Light off Signal system SYSTEM Camcorder fo
88. sed on the PC can be inserted onto a tape gt pg 71 CONNECT TO PERSONAL COMPUTER Connect the camcorder s DIGITAL jack to the COM Port RS 232C on a Windows PC or to the Modem Port Printer Port 8 pin on a Macintosh using the provided PC connection cable SELECT MODE Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY e A still image stored in memory appears e When transferring still images to a computer be sure that a still image is displayed on the screen RUN IMAGE TRANSFER SOFT WARE Launch the provided software on your Windows PC or Macintosh Transfer the still images stored in the camcorder s memory to the Windows PC or Macintosh Refer to the software s instruction manual on the provided CD ROM for details e During transfer of the still image the camcorder s screen becomes blue and PC XMODE is dis played After transferring is finished the screen displays the same still image as in step 2 END TRANSFERRING 4 Close the software then switch off the camcorder When transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder make sure the number of images to be transferred is smaller than the camcorder s remaining number of shots available Use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack The still images stored in the camcorder s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to the P
89. six at a time To perform Protect for the still images that come after the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from Index No 1 to No 6 then rotate it further downward The frame is placed automatically on the 7th still image Images after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same way e To complete Protect go to step 4 CLOSE MENU Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on EXIT then press it twice To remove Protect Perform steps 1 and 2 rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the desired still image with the padlock mark then press it The padlock mark located above the still image disappears and the image is no longer protected When finished removing protection perform step 4 NOTES To move the frame from Index No 7 to 6 place the highlight bar on EXIT by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward Rotate the MENU Jog Dial further upward The frame is moved to the 6th still image automatically Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one On the Protect Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode Set the System Select Switch to D S C MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen DELETE SELECT ALL Delete Menu Screen In case of SELECT NEXT lt DELETE gt oi x_ x 02 x alf CX Delete
90. t drop the unit or strike it against hard objects subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap CAUTIONS cont How To Handle A CD ROM e Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface opposite to the printed surface Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface If the CD ROM gets dirty gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole using a circular motion e Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray e Do not bend the CD ROM or touch its mirror surface e Do not store your CD ROM in a dusty hot or humid environment Keep it away from direct sunlight About moisture condensation You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal
91. t Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting elf you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears NOTE The menu function except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are not available while in the Record mode SSS LULU nol Menu Screen Explanations FOCUS Adjusts focus automatically el es ee E R Siren MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 33 Allows you to set the current date and time pg 11 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TAPE LENGTH J Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used F pg 14 AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses ee the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment Ho
92. t bar to EXIT CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen NOTES The tape remaining time pg 17 is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected Once you have set the tape length it remains un changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK When the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to set REC TIME and TAPE LENGTH Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE 7 First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Press SP LP Button for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while LP Long Play is more economical providing twice the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Turn to take up slack NE EO 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 label is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached Make sure that the tape is not slack when loadi
93. te recording time unit min so at 85 Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack BN V22U 135 BN V25U 180 110 when the light is on ee en D a CHARGE MARKER Charge marker A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged NOTES 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 Charging times noted on page 8 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings While the AC Power Adapter Charger s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch During that time the AC Power Adapter Charger does not charge the battery When disharging is complete detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter Charger to store it High temperatures can damage the battery pack so use only where good ventilation is available Do
94. the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions NOTES f the VCR s power doesn t come on in step 1 try another code from the VCR CODE LIST Some brands of VCR don t come on automatically In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 f the RM V709U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR SONY QOQ MITSUBISHI Q 8 NEC PANASONIC 00 o THOMSON TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE O O O O O 0 00 O O O 0 00000 90000 Q Q SSS LLU en 60 MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT TO 7 A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH To AUDIO and To J terminal VIDEO OUT R A EDIT CONNECTOR JLIP i connectors Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector VCR OTHER THAN TYPE A OR Connect the editing cable to the RM V709U s Audio Video Pause In jack cable provided PREPARE CAMCORDER First set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then insert a recorded tape and set the Power Switch to Editing cable provided 3 5 mini plug cable PLAY To AUDIO A and VIDEO IN PREPARE VCR A B EOE ROE Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and If your TV VCR engage the AUX mode refer to VCR s instructions H To
95. the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to VIDEO the picture is stored not only in the camcorder s built in memory but also onto the tape if a tape is in the camcorder F pg 22 When you shoot in a dark environment the still image will become coarse and its true colours will be lost 48 EN DAXO OO N OE E LES During Digital Still Camera shooting various functions used for movie shooting are also available After setting the following functions press the SNAPSHOT Button to shoot A still image which takes advantage of these movie functions is stored in memory Allows you to use the optical zoom or the Digital Zoom Zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Select optical zoom or Digital Zoom in the Menu Screen CF pg 50 Picture Stabiliser When recording while holding the camorder in your hand or when shooting a subject with little or no contrast subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in the recorded image gt pg 19 Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim lt pg 21 Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial CF pg 24 25 Auto Mode Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock
96. the date and time in the viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Character Insert gt pg 20 GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 7 Separate the Velcro strip INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Button Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration to the left SELECT MODE 2 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTRE Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA SSS LULU E ES Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet C then fold it back and thread it through the keeper and then through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 4 making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left Q then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2 Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 7 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten t
97. trical connections including the mains plug extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer s instruc tions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equip ment DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it is damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety It is illegal to watch television whilst driving DON T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment DON T use m
98. u can enjoy shooting with different colours For example when adjusting with red blue or yellow colours the image becomes the colour which approximates to green orange or purple respectively It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance F pg 46 3 S EN YEO RECORDING Advanced Features cont Self Timer You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start Stop Button and the actual start of recording If you secure the camcorder you or whomever is operating the camcorder can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO i LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial MENU Jog Dial System Select Switch ACCESS INT TIME MENU SCREEN 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial Recording Start Stop Button Select Dial Viewfinder MENU an SET INTERVAL TIME Behe Ne N 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar EXPOSURE AUTO to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial DATE TIME 25 12 98 ishli i TELE MACRO OFF The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is Dee eaten 130 5 placed on MENU END ZOOM SPEED SFAST gt NEXT Sa CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial START DELAYED RECORDING 5 If you set the S
99. urned on When the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch is set to AUTO e Depending on the lighting conditions the video light may keep turning on and off In this case manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON switch e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode F pg 25 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode pg 25 is engaged the light will not activate MODE Viewfinder P Pin Up No display Full SNAPSHOT Viewfinder ex Pin Up qui qui qin EO RECORDING Basic Features cont Snapshot This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital still images that look like photographs onto a tape as well as keeping them in the camcorder s built in memory It is a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties weddings and graduations SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to the other as shown in the illustration to the left e When the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK it is not possible to select the Snapshot Mode Only the Full image no display is available Go to step 2 TAKE SNAPSHOT 2 Press the SNAPSHOT Button e A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the camcorder s built in memory e There are two Picture Modes you can choose from when storing in the camcorder s memory FINE and STANDARD
100. using your camcorder as the source player You can select up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily MBR SET performed when RM V709U MBR Multi Brand Remote VCR CTL I pg 62 is set to operate with your brand of VCR see VCR CODE LIST but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually i Before operation make sure the lithium battery is b ats installed in the remote control RM V709U F pg 62 SET REMOTE VCR CODE SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote toward the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to provided VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND BUTTONS VCR BRAND BUTTONS BAS JAG ae eae the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR AKAI O O PHILIPS 0 O SET and press button A and then B 00 0 0 ini pin seen eee este 0 Q 090 e The code is automatically set once you release the eLauPuNKT ri o MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on FERGUSON O O OPERATE VCR S 2 ri gt 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while 00 holding VCR CTL press the button on the remote for GRUNDIG 00 the desired function The functions the remote can O sanyo O control are PLAY STOP PAUSE FF REW and VCR HITACHI OO 0 REC STBY you don t need to press VCR CTL for this sELEco 00 one We A 00 REX O You re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing B 0 O SHARP 0 O gt 88 88 important Although
101. w pictures are automatically stored after the still image most recently stored in memory NOTES The playback picture can also be viewed on a connected TV t pg 44 Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section When viewing a playback picture on a connected TV it may jitter slightly Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen EXIT lt PROTECT gt oi x 02 x a 03 x Setting Menu ex PROTECT iil MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU_ END Normal Screen DAX O PLAYBACK Advanced Features Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e f the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select INDEX CF pg 56 e Select the desired still image in the INDEX Menu Screen then press the MENU Jog Dial The sele
102. wever precise colour adjustment ee CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour amp HALOGEN ewhena predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors B In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment I pg 37 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed CF pg 18 SLOW k Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK 32 EN Y RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations cont REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording pg 39 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer pg 38 and Time Lapse recording I pg 39 TALLY LAMP The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording The tally lamp remains off at all times CHARACTER Allows you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters pg 29 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 22x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 22x ORR Does not display colour bars Normal screen is recorded Makes the normal screen disappear then disp
103. y Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit OPEN COVER Open the clock battery 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 Ensure that the plus side is up and insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries en l 1 Date Time Setting ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME then press it The DATE TIME Setting Menu appears elf you decide you want to return the date and time MENU to the previous settings rotate the MENU Jog Dial Jog Dial to move highlight bar to EXIT and press it then go to step 6 elf you want to set only the time without changing the date go to step 4 SET DATE Viewfinder MENU gt
104. y be noise at in or out points on the edited ON OFF tape with certain VCRs SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL Using the V709U it is also possible to perform deck to deck Random Player JVC VCR Assemble Editing The playback deck must be an R A Edit capable JVC VCR The recording deck can be m a VCR other than JVC or To Editing cable m a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R A EDIT R A EDIT provided connector How to use Connect the playback deck and RM V709U as shown on the left Set the RM V709U to correspond to the brand of the recording deck F pg 64 Recording deck For Random Assemble Editing procedure please refer to the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the playback deck Notes m RM V709U cannot be used to control the playback deck RM V709U is capable of controlling basic operations of the recording deck While pressing VCR CTL press PLAY STOP PAUSE FF or REW for these functions Not possible with some brands and models Other buttons cannot be used OOOO RM V709U E To put the recording deck in the Record Pause mode use the controls Q00 provided on the recording deck itself yon E ve SF g Ww Bh Igi COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE STOP Power Switch Insert editing indicator M 0 12 34 Tape Counter Viewfinder START STOP REW PAUSE INSERT PLAY RM V709U provided G REMOTE CONTROL
105. ystem Select Switch to VIDEO Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins gt BACK iy REC TIME JOFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON CHARACTER D ZOOM ON COLOUR BAN ile automatically OFF If you set the System Select Switch to D S C gt MENU END Press the SNAPSHOT Button When the selected time has elapsed a still image is shot automatically INT TIME REC TIME To Cancel Self Timer If you set the System Select Switch to VIDEO Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF If you set the System Select Switch to D S C Before shooting a still image press the SNAPSHOT INT TIME Menu REC TIME Menu Button then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to HORE INT TIME Indicator INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen REC TIME Indicator SSS LU Nao Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET RECORDING TIM

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