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JVC GR-DVL157 Camcorder User Manual

1. If you have not performed Date Time Setting F pg 7 the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position of the lens cover 5 O EN INDEX Controls Connectors And Indicators O A is Ii ot Te Controls Dioptre Adjustment Control 606 CF pg 10 2 Lens Cover Open Close Ring EENS COVER eiorinn CF pg 12 3 Video Light Switch LIGHT OFF AUTO ON GR FXAO only ccinsscavwscesvarcsoieenesensenvionns CF pg 18 4 5 Second Recording Button 5 SEC REC cssseseessccssssssscssscesssseseeseeeeee CF pg 17 Power Zoom Lever TW sssecceseseees CF pg 14 6 Picture Stabilizer Button PS TABILIZER nannan CF pg 16 Q Programme AE Button P AE 0006 CF pg 20 Fade Wipe Button EFFECT 0 CF pg 19 Q Rewind Button 44 REW 0e CF pg 34 e Retake Rewind Button RETAKE R CF pg 15 e Quick Review Button G R iF pg 15 e Fast Forward Button PP FF CF pg 34 e Retake Forward Button RETAKE F CF pg 15 D Stop Button MM STOP 0ceerssess CF pg 34 2 Play Pause Button P E PLAY PAUSE wscsasdacsssevesvecedecnneese CF pg 34 13 Select Dial PUSH 0 ee CF pg 7 24 MENU DISPLAY Button 0000 CF pg 13 24 5 Counte
2. SPORTS Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action 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 Electronic FG FOG Fog Filter 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 J TWILIGHT Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode gt pg 30 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 C pg 29 Twilight w2 ria e B ee High Speed Shutter 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode nia e Nega Posi Negative Positive The colours of a picture are reversed RECORDING RN Power Switch Display Menu Screen S LX TITLE DATE TIME DISP gt RETURN DATE TIME DISP DATE TIME DISP AUTO DATE Menu DATE TIME DATE amp TIME OFF CUS OFF TITLE DATE TIME DISP gt RETURN AUTO DATE 25 12 99 DATE 22 50 00 TIME 25 12 99 22 50 00 DATE amp TIME
3. 4 EN RECORDING Basic Features PURPOSE E E EA EAN To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous A Re 2 CN change in image magnification We A L BSN Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital A Zoom out Zooi AD OPERATION Zoom In Display Push the Power Zoom Lever towards T Zoom Out Jeon indicator bar Push the Power Zoom Lever towards W m The quicker you push the Power Zoom Lever the quicker the zoom action Zoom level indicator NOTES Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus Approximate zoom ratio F pg 29 then zoom in or out in Record mode The zoom level indicator M moves during zoom Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of Power Zoom Lever the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital processing When using Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM to OFF in the Menu Screen F pg 25 Power Switch RETAKE R F Button nlo FEATURE Quick Review PURPOSE To check the end of the last recording OPERATION 1 Press G and release quickly during the Record Standby mode m Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot
4. OFF No indication RECORDING Advanced Features cont Date Time Insert The feature allows you to display the date and time in the viewfinder or on a connected colour monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PRO ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen ACCESS DATE TIME DISP MENU Move the highlight bar to DATE TIME DISP by rotating the Select Dial while in Record Standby Then press it to display the DATE TIME DISP Menu 4 SELECT THE DESIRED MODE Move the highlight bar to the desired mode by rotating the Select Dial then press it The desired mode is activated e You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure CF pg 7 If you haven t do so first 5 CLOSE MENU SCREEN The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Then press the Select Dial to close the Menu Screen NOTES DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded f you do not want to record the display select the OFF mode before shooting AUTO DATE Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating the Select Dial n this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this i
5. ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to PRO Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears SET TAPE LENGTH Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the correct setting T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes elf you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen NOTE The tape remaining time pg 13 displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected SSS LULU nD Cassette holder Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE Make sure the label is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked PUSH Button EJECT Switch NOTES The cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette If there is any slack turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the positi
6. Approximate Zoom Ratio G Recording Indicator sssrini CF pg 12 Picture Stabilizer Indicator 00000 CF pg 16 e Interval Timer Recording Time AEE o ATE E ET CF pg 32 41 e 5 Sec Rec Mode Indicator CF pg 17 Instant Title Display ccccccsceeeeeees CF pg 23 1 Date Time Display eantas CF pg 22 2 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level mmj aa aA When the power is almost gone the indicator 1 blinks battery power warning then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares mE does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged V Focus NCICAGN iese CF pg 29 Exposure Control Level Counter I gt pg 27 8 White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 30 e Record Standby Mode Indicator CF pg 12 e Lens Cover Warning LENS COVER woiceescsssesseessessesseeseeseeeees CF pg 13 D 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 CF pg 6 e Tape End Display TAPE END CF pg 13 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning
7. 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 f the Recording Start Stop button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately f you are recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function I pg 15 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 with the cover closed To turn the tally lamp off during recording refer to pgs 24 and 26 RECORDING a Viewfinder Indications Press DISPLAY to make the following indications appear disappear from the camcorder s display cassette warning tape remaining time battery pack remaining power indicator and tape length indicator gt pg 52 1 PRESS DISPLAY BUTTON To turn off the indications press DISPLAY for more than 1 second Press again for more than 1 second to make the indications reappear NOTE Even if the indications are off the tape remaining time appears blinking when the tape is near its end and the battery pack remaining power indicator appears blinking when the power is almost gone
8. MM JVC COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR FX40 GR FX3O GR FX10 ENGLISH The D 0 jada wh you r VHS Ve Compact VHS VASIH p INSTRUCTIONS 2 en Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents pg 3 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 the Index I pgs 50 52 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE This camcorder is designed to be used with Warning on lithium cell battery for clock operation and remote control unit The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mist
9. 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 CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that has been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer USING AC POWER TAC outer Use the AC Power Adapter Charger connect as A shown in the illustration DC OUT NOTES terminal The provided AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V When using the DC cord make sure you connect DC Cord fer Sa A ar the end of the cord with the core filter to the A AEC aee camcorder The core filter reduces interference USING A CAR BATTERY A Use the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter ee connect as shown in the illustration cigarette lighter socket NOTES When using the car battery leave the engine idling The optional Car Battery Charger Adapter BH V3E Car Battery can also be used to charge the battery pack except Charger Adapter BN V20U V856U BH V3E optional When using the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter refer to the respective instruction booklet GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary fo
10. 23 W Output Charge DCAS Viro A VTR DC 6 3 V 1 8 A Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled Dimensions 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Weight Approx 300 g Cassette Adapter C P7U Dimensions 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Weight Approx 240 g Accessory R6 AA size battery x 1 8 dBs 1 kQ analogue output via Audio output connector Provided Accessories Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V20U BN V856U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e Compact VHS VHS H Cassettes EC 60 45 30 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U e Remote Control Unit RM V700U Some accessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice 5 OLXs4 dD 0 X4 dD 0vX4 YD VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD VRS UN SN Yj
11. NOTE Distortion may occur at the start of playback This is normal FEATURE Retake PURPOSE To re record certain segments OPERATION 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE to reach the start point for new RECORDING recording Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording NOTE Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake This is normal RECORDING Basic Features cont FEATURE Picture Stabilizer PURPOSE To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification OPERATION 1 Press P STABILIZER QQ appears m To switch off the Picture Stabilizer press P STABILIZER The indicator disappears NOTES Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following condi tions 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 Power Switch e When shooting scenes with low contrast back grounds Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod The QQ indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used Display u Picture st
12. Rec time indicator RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 PURPOSE The remote control lets you set release Interval Timer and Rec Time functions without using the Menu Screen OPERATION Self Timer 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 4 on pg 32 Self Timer press INT TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and No indication off 2 Release Instead of setting INT TIME to OFF in the Menu press INT TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears Animation 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 33 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 33 press REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time indicator disappears Time Lapse 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg 33 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
13. 1 ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING Press P AE and EFFECT simultaneously Then press P AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until the noise bars disappear e To return to Auto Tracking press PAE and EFFECT simultaneously AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears NOTES When noise bars appear during playback the P AE Button camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed EFFECT Button Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders PLAYBACK a 3 6 EN PLAYBACK Features cont Power Switch FEATURE Still Playback PURPOSE To pause during playback OPERATION 1 Press PLAY PAUSE gt I during playback 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE gt HE again NOTE Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal FEATURE Shuttle Search PURPOSE To allow high speed search in either direction OPERATION 1 Press FF gt gt to search forward or press REW lt 4 to reverse during playback 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE gt 1 FF gt gt Button PLAY PAUSE gt 11 NOTES Button During playback press and hold REW lt 4 or FF gt gt The search continues as long as you hold the button Once you release it normal playback resumes Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search
14. 2S 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 33 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear NOTE Also refer to pgs 32 and 33 420 E REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Random Assemble Editing R A Edit Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as VCR Recording deck the source player You can select up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily performed when the RM V700U MBR Multi Brand Remote C7 pg 40 is set to operate with your brand of VCR see VCR CODE LIST but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually Before operation make sure the lithium battery is installed in the remote control RM V700U lt gt pg 40 SET REMOTE VCR CODE SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR SET and press button A and then B RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 e The code is automatically set once you release MBR SET and the VCR s power comes on OPERATE VCR Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while holding VCR CTL press the button on the remote for the desired function The functions the remote can control are PLAY STOP PAUSE FF REW and VCR REC STBY you do not need to press VCR CTL for this one Yo
15. BN V12U approx 1 hr 10 min approx 3 hrs 30 min BN V20U approx 1 hr 50 min approx 6 hrs 40 min USING THE BATTERY PACK 1 ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place DETACH BATTERY PACK Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack Approximate recording time unit min LBN V20U 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 BATTERY RELEASE when the video light is on GR FX40 only INFORMATION VU V856kKIT is a set composed of the BN V856U battery pack ATTENTION and AA V80EG AC Power Adapter Charger The BN V856U battery pack provides approx 7 hours of Before detaching the power source recording time when the video light is off Also read make sure that the camcorder s power thoroughly the VU V856KIT s instruction manuals is turned off Failure to do so can result It is impossible to charge the BN V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter Charger Use the optional AA V80EG AC Power Adapter Charger in a camcorder malfunction SSS LULU ENO GETTING STARTED gi 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
16. Set the Power Switch to PRO 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 Fade out Display After 2 sec EEIMOSAIC 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 the Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out TO CANCEL FADE OR WIPE STANDBY RECORDING a Bk FADER l l MODE MOSAIC Press EFFECT repeatedly until OFF appears a e OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade wipe standby mode is canceled i il OFF OFF FADER Fades in out to a black screen MOSAIC Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern SHUTTER Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre lt SLIDE Wipe A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left NOTES Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in out or wipe in out The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe is used with Sepia t pg 21 Recording Start
17. Stop With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 21 engaged Button the image fades in out to a white screen 20 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Display Programme AE With Special Effects After 2 sec All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is press P AE SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PRO SELECT MODE Press P AE to cycle through the modes as shown on the left e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 2 seconds Then the name E Ld SEPIA disappears and only the indication remains The SPORTS ON mode is activated EFFECT i NOTES c Only one mode can be engaged at a time C FOG mA The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe C pg 19 is used in the Sepia mode Pe E The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed D TWILIGHT 3 Shutter mode Use in well lit situations l In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture 2S1 2000 2 colour may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by l alternating discharge type light sources such as i NEGA POSI T flourescent or mercury vapour lights OFF OFF No indication Power Switch Display Mode Sepia 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 25 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie A
18. This is normal STOP W Button COUNTER R M Button FEATURE Counter Memory Function PURPOSE To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment OPERATION 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 W then REW lt lt The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE gt I to start playback NOTES The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable the Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so that M disappears PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Compartment door Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it and install one R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration on left then reattach the cover 2 INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door KJ PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other 4 REM
19. 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 to cover 3 times the planned shooting time Charging times noted on page 4 are for a fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for a 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 discharging 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 not allow it to discharge in a 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
20. 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 e Head Clog Warning amp Appears if dirty heads are detected during recording In such a case use the optional Cleaning Cassette If after using it the problems still exist consult your nearest JVC dealer NOD DANGER Video Light e The video light becomes extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U vosecariasscsaensacis R6 AA 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
21. can be used with this unit m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment CONTENTS H3S Programme AE with Special Effects GETTING STARTED 4 11 F pg 20 21 POWOT cicero riirii Ene 4 e Electronic Fog Filter Clock Lithium Battery Insertion eND Effect Removal ire cenrticeniecentesceeceoaseeneecuus 6 Besa g Date Time Settings cccc00ee 7 ee Tape Length Setting 0 c0 0008 8 A Loading Unloading A Cassette 9 1 2000 ae Speed Shutter raria a E m5 Sec Recording F pg 17 Viewtnder Adjustment m Menu Adjustment pg 24 25 26 Shoulder Strap Attachment 11 E Picture Stabilizer gt pg 16 Tripod Mounting rer tT or te ee ee 11 E Digital Hyper Zoom F pg 14 RECORDING 12 33 Basic Recording cccssseeeeeees 12 Basic Features sccseceececees 14 PROVIDED ACCESSORIES Advanced Features cccc00000005 19 PLAYBACK 34 39 Basic Playback cccceeeeeeeees 34 Features csccsecescesceeceeceecees 39 Using The Cassette Adapter 37 e AC Power Adapter Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing 38 Nene Ena lS EC USING THE REMOTE gt CONTROL UNIT 40 47 Random Assemble Editing 42 Insert Editing cccceeeeeeeeees 46 Audio Dubbing ccccee0ee 47 e Battery Pack e Remote Control s ee
22. provided L To AUDIO and VCR Recording deck VIDEO IN connectors p EED m To Audio Audio cable provided Connector cover Output If your TV VCR has the SCART connector use the provided cable adapter When connecting the cables open this cover Tape Dubbing Basic Connections 1 CONFIRM POWER OFF STATUS Make sure the camcorder s power is off 2 CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR VCR Pull out the connector cover and open it Connect as shown in the illustration F pg 38 If using a VCR go to step 3 If not go to step 4 3 CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT Refer to your VCR s instruction manual SUPPLY POWER 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 NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack lt gt pg 5 Jo monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO then set your TV to the appropriate input mode Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as i
23. with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 14 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject When Tele Macro pg 25 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically Select Dial Display FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AU WIDE OFF S LX OFF TITLE DATE TIME DISP gt RETURN Power Switch Menu Screen FOCUS Menu Manual Focus Screen MANUAL FOCUS NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments pg 10 If you haven t do so before continuing SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PRO ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen ACCESS FOCUS MENU Move the highlight bar to FOCUS by rotating the Select Dial then press it ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it ak and amp appear The focus is locked at this point ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject rotate the Select Dial upward lt 4 appears and blinks Go to step 6 To nearer subject rotate the Select Dial downward gt appears and blinks Go to step 6 END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS Press the Select Dial The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN
24. ALIGN AND TIGHTEN Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power CF pg 4 Jape Length Setting F pg 8 Grip Adjustment CF pg 10 Viewfinder Adjustment F 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 Turn the LENS COVER Open Close Ring to open the lens cover then set the Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO e The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you are aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it Power Switch START SHOOTING Press the Recording Start Stop Button Tally lamp e BEC appears in the viewfinder while recording is lights while recording is in progress in progress Power Switch Position According to the Power Switch position you have selected the following functions are available AUTO PRO POWER OFF Fu
25. ATIC EDITING Press MENU DISPLAY on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order While editing the R A Edit counter of the scene which is being copied is shown with a blinking highlight e Pressing START STOP on the remote control does not start editing 12 END AUTOMATIC EDITING When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the Still or Pause mode Press STOP on both units To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press ON OFF e When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable NOTES If you performed step 1 on page 43 MAKE CON NECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing The on screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene There may be noise at in or out points on the edited tape with certain VCRs AG ex JE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Insert Editing You can record a new scene onto 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 V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PLAY FIND EDIT OUT POINT Play back the tape locate the point and press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control RESET COUNTER Pres
26. CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial The Menu Screen disppears and jh amp reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 4 To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 2 Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed in because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer ik or amp will blink N29 RECORDING RN MENU Button a f Select Dial Display TAPE LENGTH T45 gt RETURN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Power Switch Menu Screen M W B Menu White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting If the white balance is correct all other colours will be accurately reproduced 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 SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PRO ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT Move the highlight bar to M W B by rotating the Sele
27. ERATION 1 Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch as required OFF Turns off the light AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject ON Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on m The video light can only be used with the camcorder s power on m t is recommended to set the white balance CF pg 30 to 2 when you use the video light m When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power NOTES Even if the battery indicator lt 1 does not blink if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light turned on When the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch is set to AUTO e Depending on the lighting conditions the video light may keep turning on and off In this case manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON switch e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode F pg 21 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode lt gt pg 21 is engaged the light will not activate RECORDING Advanced Features EN 9 Ex Fader Fade Wipe Fade in These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode SELECT OPERATION MODE
28. L SCENES Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional scene as many as 8 8 MAKE CORRECTIONS IF NECESSARY Press CANCEL during steps 5 and 6 to erase the most recently registered point 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 a 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 editing does not 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 Turning off the camcorder s power erases all registered in and out points SSS LLU N40 Original tape camcorder 1 3 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT REW lt lt Button Recording Start Stop Button Power Switch Remote Sensor VCR REC STBY ON OFF RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR PREPARE SOURCE TAPE Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE 1 ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE MODE Point the remote control towards the VCR s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode 1l BEGIN AUTOM
29. OVE 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 at left and 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 END PLAYBACK fel 3 5 EN BACK Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing These are some basic types of connections When making connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Basic Connections Use the provided Video and Audio cables Video cable provided it a To AUDIO and L VIDEO IN eT To TV or VCR _ _ lt Pa _ _ i F V Ly To Audio Audio cable provided Output If your TV VCR has the SCART connector Connector cover use the provided cable adapter Connection For Tape Dubbing Use the provided Video and Audio cables Power Switch PLAY PAUSE gt II Button Output Video cable
30. R Insert the battery in the holder and be sure to have the mark visible RE INSERT HOLDER Slide the holder back in until you hear a click e Read the caution concerning lithium batteries C pg 2 RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 With the camcorder s Power Switch set With the camcorder s Power Switch set to CAMERA AUTO or PRO to PLAY Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal transmitting window Omer SET Buton ree O INT TIME Button Self Timer Time Lapse F pg 41 REC TIME Button Animation Time Lapse pg 41 O FF Button Retake forward F pg 15 Fast Forward Forward Shuttle Search F pg 34 36 REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review pg 15 Rewind Reverse Shuttle Search Buttons gt pg 34 36 Orauseouton SSCS ae 8 PLAY Button Playback start 7 pg 34 O START STOP Button ZOOM T W Buttons Zoom mouez pg 1 OO OO storeuton oea D a R A EDIT Buttons CF pg 44 SSL en4 FEATURE Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse 30 Remote sensor When using the remote control be sure to point it at the remote sensor The illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting Interval timer indicator
31. WB begins blinking White paper e When the setting is completed MWB stops blinking and the Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN 4 CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen RECORDING A Select Dial Power Switch Display To Change The Tint For Recording in step 2 substitute coloured paper for white The Menu Screen white balance is adjusted based on the colour changing the tint Red paper deeper green blue paper orange yellow paper deeper purple TE TIME TAPE LENGTH T45 NOTE S o n step 2 it may be difficult to focus on the white paper gt RETURN in some circumstances In such a case adjust focus manually F pg 29 M WB A subject can be shot under various types of lighting M W B Menu conditions indoors natural flourescent candlelight FINE etc Because the colour temperature is different Xe CLOUD depending on the light source the tint of the subject will 4 HALOGEN MWB differ depending on the white balance settings Use this function for a more natural result Once you adjust white balance during Manual White Balance operation the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed 3 2 EN q 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
32. abilizer indicator 5 SEC REC Button Display 5 Sec Rec mode indicator Power Switch enl FEATURE 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording PURPOSE To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programmes OPERATION 1 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC ta 5S appears and 5Sec Rec is reserved 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically m To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that t 5S disappears NOTE Fade Wipe lt pg 19 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC RECORDING LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch 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 RECORDING Basic Features cont FEATURE Video Light GR FX40 only PURPOSE To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim OP
33. although the subject becomes slightly dark Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment RECORDING Fai TITLE Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles F pg 23 DATE TIME DISP Makes the date time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor lt gt pg 22 Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording M W B AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses TE the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE i white balance adjustment However precise colour adjustment Xwe CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions WB e When an object is in various shades of the same colour HALOGEN When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors M In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment I pg 30 31 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 16 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 50 times digital magnification Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance of more than 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 D
34. 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 battery packs are nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers Terminals 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications Charging 00 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C SOFALE s
35. cceccccsseseeseeseesceeeeseees CF pg 47 EA Eyepiece El Shoulder Strap Eyelets c cccceceeees IF pg 11 EM Clock Battery Slot ccccccceccecsecseeeeeees IF pg 6 EY Tripod Mounting Socket a astciauieces CF pg 11 OZ en 30MIN Gag REC gt gt gt IB ExIFADER 22 i INDEX Indications TARREI Cassette Warning Tape Remaining TIME cssivecessactinsiwsenssas r pg 13 When no cassette is inserted the cassette OJ warning blinks When the Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette warning lights Otherwise the tape remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warning 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 J mark is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab s position 2 Programme AE Indicator 0606 CF pg 20 Displayed at for approx 2 seconds when Programme AE with special effects is switched from one mode to another by pressing P AE then only the indicator remains at 6 2 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator CF pg 19 Displayed at for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one effect to another by pressing EFFECT then only the indicator remains at Tape Length Indicator cccccccseeseeee CF pg 8 W Zoom Indicator Bar sssssesssmesnes CF pg 14 a Zoom Level Indicator
36. ct Dial then press it The Menu Screen disap pears and the M W B Menu appears 4 SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS Move the highlight bar to the required white balance by rotating the Select Dial AUTO The white balance is adjusted automatically This is the factory preset position FINE When shooting outdoors on a sunny day e CLOUD When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day Se HALOGEN When using a video light or other similar type of lighting MWB When shooting with the white balance already having been set on the subject pg 31 5 CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen To Return To Automatic White Balance select AUTO in step 4 Or set the Power Switch to AUTO NOTE White balance cannot be used when Sepia I gt pg 21 is activated ENO l Manual White Balance Operation If the camera is operating in PRO mode perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting 1 SELECT OPERATION MODE Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment lt pg 30 and select MWB 2 SET MANUAL WHITE BALANCE Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen 3 ENTER SETTING Press the Select Dial until M
37. e 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 damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer CAUTIONS cont For Your Maintenance 1 After Use C1 Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder 2 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 3 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack Turn the LENS COVER Open Close Ring to close the lens cover 2 Cleaning The Camcorder 1 CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt then wipe again with a dry cloth 2 CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe it gently with lens cleaning paper 3 REMOVE EYEPIECE Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 4 CLEAN VIEWFINDER Remove dust using a blower brush RE ATTACH EYEPIECE 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 When using a cleaner or chemically treated clo
38. ect Dial The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial The Menu Screen disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted NOTES To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 4 To re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from step 2 en2 RECORDING a 25 en Focus detection zone RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing AUTO FOCUS The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in bright ness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The low contrast warning sh appears NOTES If the lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty When condensation occurs wipe
39. ed when the camcorder is not in use 54 en 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 temperatures 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 n a closed car in summer near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap 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 plac
40. epending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 16x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 16x TELE MACRO Factory preset CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 2 6 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button cont DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time lt pg 7 TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used pg 8 REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording CF pg 33 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer F pg 32 and Time Lapse recording CF pg 32 33 TALLY LAMP The tally lamp remains off at all times The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording 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 ENE Automatic demonstration will nottake place Demonstrates certain functions such as mA etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed the 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 o
41. function you select If you select the functions from the Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial described on p25 press the Select Dial The Menu Screen appears If you select the functions from the Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button described on pg 25 and 26 press MENU The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the Select Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function Select Dial N MENU Button Display ex Menu Screen available using the MENU Button Menu Screen 1 ATE TIME TAPE LENGTH T45 Al e To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2 rotate the Select Dial to NEXT and press it To go back to Menu Screen 1 from Menu Screen 2 rotate the Select Dial to BACK and press it e If the setting you want cannot be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on RETURN then go to step 6 MAKE SETTING Press the Select Dial The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE TITLE DATE TIME DISP or DATE TIME See respective pages FOCUS CF pg 28 29 EXPOSURE CF pg 27 TITLE amp pg 23 DATE TIME DISP CF pg 22 DATE TIME CF pg 7 If you select WIDE D ZOOM TELE MACRO or DEMO MODE the selected function s parameter starts blinking Rotate the Select Dial until the desired parameter appears Go to ste
42. he power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected EN b 3 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 Before performing the following steps make sure that The Power Switch is set to PRO The camcorder is in the Record Standby mode ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to NEXT in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display Menu Screen 2 Then move the highlight bar to INT TIME and press it The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press it The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press it The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Dial again to close 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 js displayed set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF To release when PAUSE and BEC are not displayed pre
43. ll Auto mode PRO mode Allows you to record using Allows you to set various Allows you to switch off the NO special effects or manual recording functions using the camcorder adjustments Suitable for menus If you want more creative standard recording capabilities than full auto recording try this mode SSS wld Tape remaining time indicator Recording Start Stop Button DISPLAY Button MIN Now calculating 60MIN 59MIN v 3MIN 2MIN Blinking j 1MIN Blinking j OMIN Blinking 4 STOP RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES The cassette holder cannot 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 tape remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder as shown The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is approximate The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected F pg 8 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
44. llows you to shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time NOTE Before performing the following steps make sure that The Power Switch is set to PRO The camcorder is in the Record Standby mode ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to NEXT in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display Menu Screen 2 Then move the highlight bar to REC TIME and press it The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures RELEASE ANIMATION MODE 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 t
45. ng You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure C pg 46 before continuing e The sound comes from the built in microphone FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub the 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 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 too high whistling or howling may occur NOTES for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments or if 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 D
46. nterference will occur in the camcorder playback picture NOI CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration on pg 38 connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes FIND EDIT IN POINT Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is reached press PLAY PAUSE gt Hl on the camcorder START EDITING Press PLAY PAUSE gt I on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press PLAY PAUSE gt IH on the camcorder EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished PLAYBACK 400 NG THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations Playback Stop Pause Fast Forward and Rewind of your VCR The RM V700U remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock hole Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery holder INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDE
47. on 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 cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode GETTING STARTED 107R GETTING STARTED cont Power Zoom Lever Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 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 Lever Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to CAMERA AUTO or PRO POSITION VIEWFINDER Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration on left ADJUST DIOPTRE Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA AUTO or PRO SSS LLU ent l Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet Q then fold it back and thread it through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3 making sure the strap is not twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left GETTING STARTED gi Tripod Mounting j J
48. p 5 If you select JLIP ID NO press the Select Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting e If you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the Select Dial The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial The normal screen reappears Menu Screen 2 DEMO MODE OFF gt RETURN AA REC TIME Setting Menu ex REC TIME AJA DEMO MODE gt RETURN Al Normal Screen NOTE No menu functions except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are available while in the Record mode SLU eN2O MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial FOCUS SS a E Se ao a WDE OFF Does notdipay backhoe us Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect To record a subject in a darkly lit environment it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse S LX NORMAL To record a subject in a dimly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture
49. r Reset Memory Button COUNTER R M srissresesissnersississviisinns CF pg 36 EJECT SWUtChssscsecc lt casscoinsc ecsacnmpacesncsbenees CF pg 9 D Recording Start Stop Button 006 CF pg 12 Power SWitch ceccccesessssesseeseeeees CF pg 12 34 Battery Release Switch BATTERY RELEASE sesrrrsrcrsssiserisisseesans CF pg 4 PUGH B tONasesann AN CF pg 9 eno DOC IN e CF pg 5 The connectors to are located beneath the cover Video Output Connector cccecceeeees CF pg 38 Audio Output Connector ccceeees IF pg 38 J Terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector e Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing I pg 42 45 e It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a Connectors J terminal Indicators Tally LaPeer CF pg 12 Power aP enspe CF pg 12 Other Parts Battery Pack MOUNT cccccesssesceeseeeeees CF pg 4 PEE Viewhinder sx soseccexcecrtcsccecnsncteosonacesintesn CF pg 10 PEF Gip SUA pesccsrpnacotanverenuasietanis CF pg 10 E Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here KEMOL SONSON apreis inneren C pg 41 El Video Light GR FX40 only cceeeeeee CF pg 18 RA Microphone ccc
50. r clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Battery Charger etc REMOVE BATTERY HOLDER Pull out the battery holder INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER Insert the battery in the holder and be sure to have the mark visible RE INSERT HOLDER Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a click NOTES See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS t pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries Jo avoid losing the battery and or battery holder place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the illustration when inserting removing the battery i 4 Select Dial Display TAPE LENGTH T45 gt RETURN Power lamp F Power Switch Menu Screen DATE TIME Menu 24 hour indication Date Time Settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN e The power lamp comes on SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME then press it The DATE TIME Menu appears to the previous settings rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it then go to step 6 e If you want to set only the time without changing the date go to step 4 SET DATE Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the Select Dial until the correct se
51. r inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically During the demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled Factory preset Power Switch Select Dial Display Menu Screen FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO WIDE OFF S LX OFF TITLE DATE TIME DISP gt RETURN EXPOSURE AUTO MANU EXPOSURE Menu Manual Exposure Screen Exposure control level counter To brighten the image To darken the image Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PRO ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it OO exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten the image rotate the Select Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 6 To darken the image rotate the Select Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 6 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE Press the Sel
52. reated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace the battery with Maxell Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Sony CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or 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 Charger for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet PAL type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the BN V12U V20U battery packs and to recharge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries 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 C d properly This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 m Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked VHS C
53. s and hold COUNTER R M for more than 1 second to reset the tape counter then press again for less than 1 second so that 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 Editing 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 Press STOP Power Switch REW lt lt Button FF gt gt Button PLAY PAUSE 1l Button STOP W Button COUNTER R M Button Display Insert editing indicator Tape Counter NOTES After step 5 Retake C pg 15 can be performed The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit Only the video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing START STOP mode RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 Display Audio dubbing indicator Remote sensor RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 ena Audio Dubbi
54. s not recorded Select Dial Power Switch Display Menu Screen CUS TITLE DATE TIME DISP TITLE HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS TITLE Menu MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS EXIT CUS i OFF TITLE DATE TIME DISP gt RETURN 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 on left SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to PRO ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen ACCESS TITLE MENU Move the highlight bar to TITLE by rotating the Select Dial while in Record Standby Then press it to display the TITLE Menu SELECT THE DESIRED MODE Move the highlight bar to the desired mode by rotating the Select Dial then press it The desired mode is activated e f you wish to make the title indication disappear select OFF CLOSE MENU SCREEN The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Then press the Select Dial to close the Menu Screen EN 23 RECORDING R 2 4 EN 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 SELECT OPERATION MODE Turn the Power Switch to PRO ACCESS MENU SCREEN Menu access depends on the
55. scseseconvntaivs 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 cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not 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 attach
56. ss the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE gt then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF RECORDING Fai PLAYBACK Basic Playback REW lt 44 Button LOAD A CASSETTE Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert FF gt gt Button the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked PLAY PAUSE gt I1 Button SELECT MODE Set the Power Switch to PLAY The power lamp STOP W Button lights PLAY BACK Press PLAY PAUSE P II The playback picture appears STOP PLAYBACK Press STOP W Rewind or Fast Forward the tape Press REW lt 4 to rewind or FF gt gt to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTES 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 f a blank portion on the tape is played back the screen may become black This is not a malfunction Power Switch Battery pack remaining power indicator Tape counter gt Tape running WEEP indicator gt Playback gt gt Fast Forward Forward Search lt lt Rewind Reverse Search H Still Playback Viewfinder indications PLAYBACK Features ESS 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
57. t TROUBLESHOOTING 48 49 AE INDEX 50 52 Controls Connectors And Indicators 50 Indications sseccesecceeeeceees 52 a CAUTIONS 53 54 e Audio Video es SPECIFICATIONS 55 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 55 e Shoulder Strap C e Editing Cable o GR FX40 only e Lithium Battery CR2025 e x1 for GR FX30 FX10 clock operation e x2 for GR FX40 clock operation and remote control e DC Cord Gen J GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES No function is available without power supply Use only the specified power supply Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 7 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 REFRESH indicator 2 REFRESH The AC Power Adapter Charger features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharg ing Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings e The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow Battery pack Charging time Discharging time
58. th refer to the cautions that came with it When removing the eyepiece be sure to hold the viewfinder securely SPECIFICATIONS NODD 20 C to 50 C Format VHS PAL standard General Power source DC 6 0 V Power consumption GR FX40 light on 8 1 W light off 5 2 W GR FX30 FX10 5 2 W Signal system PAL type Video recording system Luminance FM recording Colour Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette VASIH cassette Tape speed 23 39 mm sec Recording time max 60 minutes with EC 60 cassette Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C Operating humidity 35 to 80 Connectors Storage temperature 91 W x 119 H x 198 D mm with the viewfinder fully tilted F1 6 f 3 9 to 62 4 mm 16 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter Electronic viewfinder with Weight GR FX40 Approx 750 g GR FX30 Approx 710 g GR FX10 Approx 740 g Dimensions downward Pickup 1 4 format CCD Lens diameter 40 5 mm Viewfinder GR FX40 FX10 0 5 black white CRT GR FX30 0 55 colour LCD White balance adjustment Auto Manual adjustment Audio JLIP 3 5 mm 4 pole mini head jack compatible with RC 5325 plug Video 1 Vp p 75 Q unbalanced analogue output via Video output connector AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EG Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption
59. time displays disappear The wrong date and time are displayed recorded Even though the lens cover is open the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks The Power Switch is set to AUTO Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible to use This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder The viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly in the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 Wipe them gently with a soft cloth Gently wipe in a semicircular motion as wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won t come out easily Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears in the viewfinder consult your nearest JVC dealer The dioptre needs to be adjusted pg 10 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 28 If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source
60. tting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the Select Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the Select 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 Select Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial NOTE To display the date and time in the camcorder s display and on a connected TV see Date Time Insert C pg 22 Set the Power Switch to PRO then press MENU e If you decide you want to return the date and time e Repeat this procedure until you re satisfied with the en GETTING STARTED g r Select Dial Viewfinder Display 7 TAPE LENGTH gt RETURN TAPE LENGTH T30 T45 T60 7 TAPE LENGTH T60 gt RETURN l GETTING STARTED cont Power Switch Tape length indicator Menu Screen TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used
61. u are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing IMPORTANT Although 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 does not come on in step 1 try another code from the VCR CODE LIST Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 f the remote control is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR When the remote control s battery runs out the VCR brand you have set will be erased In that case replace the old battery with a new one and reset the VCR brand VCR CODE LIST VCRBRAND BUTTONS VCRBRAND BUTTONS NAME A B IUE A B AKAI 0 O PHILIPS C E oE BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON GRUNDIG HITACHI o B C MITSUBISHI O O EC N PANASONIC TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE TOSHIBA 5 0 0 0 QO 2d 2 5 0 Q O 0 5 0000 00 00000000 0000 0 Q9 0000 0000 00000 O00000 QOQ the cover Open the cover To Video Output To J terminal To Audio JLIP Output Audio cable provided Video cable provided Editing cable 93 5 mini plug cable To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors If your TV VCR has the SCART connector use the A provided cable adapter rs To Remote To PAUSE IN RM V700U Pro
62. ubbing 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 ASE TROUBLESHOOTING If after following the steps in the chart below the problem still exists please consult your JVC dealer The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Battery Charger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POWER No power is supplied The battery pack has not been attached correctly lt gt pg 4 The battery pack is not charged CF pg 4 The power supply has not been correctly connected lt gt pg 5 The power suddenly goes off and The battery pack has completely discharged does not 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 does not come on consult your nearest JVC dealer 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 co
63. ver the hole with adhesive tape Recording does not start The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA AUTO or PRO F pg 12 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there is no The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel playback picture If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO Playback picture is blurred or The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your nearest interrupted JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward or The Counter Memory Function has been activated rewind lt gt pg 36 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S OTHER During recording the indications do not appear w49 Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the indications appear lt gt pg 13 The tape will not eject The battery pack is running low Some functions are not available Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the viewfinder Coloured bright spots appear all over the viewfinder The viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus The date and
64. vided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 EN 453 MAKE CONNECTIONS 1 CONNECT TO A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R A EDIT CONNECTOR Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector VCR OTHER THAN TYPE A OR Connect the editing cable to the RM V700U s PAUSE IN connector PREPARE CAMCORDER Insert a recorded tape and set the Power Switch to PLAY PREPARE VCR Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to the VCR s instructions CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Remote sensor RM V700U provided with GR FX40 optional for GR FX30 FX10 E REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont SELECT SCENES START SOURCE PLAYBACK Press PLAY then press ON OFF on the remote control Make sure to point the remote control at the camcorder s remote sensor e The R A Edit counter display appears REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of the scene you want then press IN OUT to register that point e The data appears under IN on the display 6 REGISTER END OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and press IN OUT to register it e The data appears under OUT on the display e The total time of the registered scene s is displayed at the bottom of the screen REGISTER ADDITIONA
65. you or whoever is operating the camcorder can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE Make sure the Power Switch is set to PRO and the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS INT TIME MENU Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to NEXT in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display Menu Screen 2 Then move the highlight bar to INT TIME and press it Select Dial Recording Start Stop SET INTERVAL TIME l Button Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the Display desired time then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN CLOSE MENU SCREEN Press the Select Dial START DELAYED RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins auto matically Menu Screen 1 ATE TIME TAPE LENGTH T45 Il gt RETURN gt BACK Menu Screen 2 OFF To Cancel Self Timer nay BAP Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF DEMO MODE gt RETURN INT TIME REC TIME INT TIME Menu REC TIME Menu INT TIME indicator REC TIME indicator INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen Animation You can give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement This function a

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