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JVC GR-AXM900 Camcorder User Manual

1. pg Super LOLI scopemedo iuisatisidiuigadeni pg T EEE een pg Tape Dubbing rs pg Tape Length Setting pg Time Lapse Shooting pg TE pg Tripod Mounting pg Twilight Mode inci pg V video Been pg Viewfinder Adjustment pg W White Balance Adjustment pg Wide Mode paia said pg Wipell QUE since pg Z dois gn q SA o RR pg EN 79 21 40 51 65 29 50 50 51 48 15 44 62 26 48 26 86 29 51 49 58 63 44 48 31 51 42 47 16 41 54 65 43 15 29 51 25 14 39 31 51 30 22 S0en TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POWER No power is supplied The power suddenly goes off and doesn t come back on by itself OTHER e The battery pack has not been attached correctly pg 10 e The battery pack is not charged C pg 10 e The power supply has not been correctly connected F pg 11 e The battery pack has completely discharged e Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few minutes try turning the power back on If it still doesn t come on consult your nearest JVC dealer Some functions are not available e The Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder The rear of the LCD monitor is hot Colored br
2. pg 49 Picture Stabilizer srervrrerseseserr pg 23 50 Mila a UP IN A pg 26 48 Playback DEE ammen pg 55 Playback VIDEO pg 42 POOE DO rene pg 63 Program AE With Special y CR T pg 28 29 Protect MENU SCIEN escasas pg 59 Protect Mode sisstereessensecnesecnseees pg 59 Provided Accessories pg 9 Q gt Quick Review vennen pg 23 R Random Assemble Editing pg 66 69 Recording Advanced Features VIDEO Voceros pg 28 41 Recording VIDEO pg 18 Recording Start Stop VIDEO pg 18 19 Recording Mode Setting pg 16 Record Standby vvrrrrrrrvnnen pg 18 Remote Control Unit pg 64 REMOVE Cassette sc ssicsaosoitesenateas pg 17 Nas pg 23 Rewind Tape errrrrrrrrrnnrrnnnnnnnn pg 42 S Self Recording pg A pg Sepia Mode sincenecsdscensseenionnncctene pg Shooting Advanced Features DE Queer pg Shooting DS C AA pg Shoulder Strap Attachment pg SAUS Search naaa pg Slide Show Mode pg Snapshot Mode cccceceeceeees pg Snapshot VIDEO pg Specifications xcis cseceacadenedexenestns pg Sports Mode sess cncostesnsaxcvstmscticocss pg STANDARD Mode spenne pg Star Mark On The Setting MENUS sones escote pg Still Image Data Transfer pg Still Playback casos pg Store A Still Image In The Built In Memory
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4. 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 e Before deleting some still images stored in memory perform Protect for the necessary ones t pg 59 or save them on a PC so that you do not lose them accidentally pg 63 e 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 e When selecting the desired still image in step 4 to move the frame from No 7 to 6 place the highlight bar on EXIT by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward Rotate it further upward to mo
5. Date Time Insert To display the date and time on the LCD monitor in the viewfinder or on a connected color 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 at left m You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure lt gt pg 13 If you haven t do so first DISPLAY e The selected display can be recorded e f you don t want to record the display select the Date off mode before shooting e f you want to delete the display during shooting press DATE TIME e To recall the display engage the Record Standby mode and press DATE TIME repeatedly until the desired display appears e Even if you shoot with the date time displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting they will not be recorded AUTO DATE RECORD e Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing DATE TIME In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded e Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mode and disables all other modes en ZO FEATURE
6. 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 at left push up and remove the cassette NOTES e During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection e During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen e To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape AGE 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 When connecting the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR Audio and Video As shown in the illustration at left connect the cables optional Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and He SA EOS VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR mm al A To AUDIO and SUPPLY POWER VIDEO IN Y Turn on the camcorder t
7. GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE en USE 1 Accessories To avoid personal injury e Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table It may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product e Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product e Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product e Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets 2 Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combina tion to overturn 3 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 4 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 5 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazar
8. or a Clear blue sky e When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The low contrast warning 4 2 appears NOTES e 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 e When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 22 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 34 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU PMENU END FOCUS AUTOS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO O TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen No indication y during recording No indication Focus Menu Screen during 4 recording Manual Focus Screen ENO Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments 1 pg 14 If you havent do so before continuing ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Sel
9. ADJUST BRIGHTNESS 7 If you want to brighten the image Turn the Dial toward If you want to darken the image Turn the Dial toward Zoom out Zoom indicator bar Zoom Level indicator Power Zoom button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCU EXPOSURE DATE TIME E TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT 5 Menu Screen y ZOOM SPEED FAST SLOW ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Zooming 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 Zoom In Press the T of the Power Zoom Button Zoom Out Press W of the Power Zoom Button E Zooming speed is available A total of 4 zoom speeds are available 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed press the button fully for regular speed press it lightly for slow speed while 2 speed levels FAST SLOW can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu 1 Set the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the hig
10. ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode 2 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 3 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21
11. Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing VIDEO procedure 1 pg 70 before continuing e The sound comes from the built in microphone or an external microphone if connected FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub new audio press PLAY to view the recorded tape then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE Press and hold A DUB and without releasing A DUB press and release PAUSE BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub Standby mode END AUDIO DUBBING p Press STOP NOTES e Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate e If the microphone is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is too high whistling or howling may occur NOTES for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing e Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording e To edit dub onto a tape make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape e Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing or the edit points wil
12. System Select Switch to D S C EI Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear El Press the SNAPSHOT Button A still image is shot and is stored in the camcorder s memory For more details pg 48 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees SE j ONNE GETTING STARTED 10 POT hr 10 Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal 12 Date Time Setting oooooooocccoococccnoconononcnnnonanoncnnnconnos 13 Grip Adjustment ccccsseccccsssccccsseccceescccseneecceeeseessensess 14 Viewfinder Adjustment cocooooocccccococcconcnnonccnnnnnnccnnnos 14 Shoulder Strap Attachment ocoooooccccooconcccoconcncnconnnnos 15 Tripod Mounting ccccsecccccsseeccceescccesecccceescccsnseseeeeeeees 15 Recording Mode Setting 000oooooooooooocccooccnccconcnnnnnoo 16 Tape Length Setting oooocoooocccocooconocoocononononnnnnnnonos 16 Loading Unloading A Cassette ooooocooococcccocconcnnnonnos 17 VIDEO RECORDING 18 Basic Recording isso nit diiniita 18 Bk caida idad 22 Advanced Features ooooocccocoooconcccoocconnn
13. Video Light PURPOSE To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Can be accessed when the LCD monitor is opened DANGER m The video light can become extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm 1 ft between the video light and people or objects m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light OPERATION 1 Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch as required ON Always keeps the 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 It is recommended to set the white balance 157 pg 39 to HALOGEN mode 8 when you use the video light m When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power e Even if the battery indicator I does not blink if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light turne
14. and STANDARD The maximum number of shots you can take varies according to the selected setting The selected Picture Mode and remaining number of shots are displayed on the screen The factory preset is FINE If you want to change the setting perform Picture Mode Setting I pg 49 FINE Allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images STD Standard Allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images If you press during recording first there is a momentary camera shutter type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing then a still image appears The next image starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners The screen changes as shown in the illustrations to to the left and the screens 1 to 5 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 center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners The screen changes as shown in the illustrations 1 to G to the left The screens 1 to 3 are recorded onto the tape in the selected mode Only the still image is stored in the built in memory in the selected m
15. and the status of the battery pack e Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder e Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings e While the AC Power Adapter Charger s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch During that time the AC Power Adapter Charger does not charge the battery When disharging is complete detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter Charger to store it e High temperatures can damage the battery pack so use only where good ventilation is available Dont allow it to discharge in container such as a bag e f you stop recharging or discharging part way through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord e Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging e To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio e Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack e The CHG indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that s been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHG indicator should blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer To AC outlet USING A CAR BATTERY A Use the optional Car Battery Cord
16. by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapor lights LCD monitor or viewfinder Select Dial Dial LCD monitor symbol Viewfinder indication LOCK izro Relea Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial Mode ATARI OA ESAS 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 y y SEPIA Un pr D The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide pg 31 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie x EN 29 Dial LCD monitor Mod symbol Viewfinder indication DEG iD MD Me 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
17. degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power e A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached e There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force e The tape remaining time is only displayed in the viewfinder as shown e The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is approximate e The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used e The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected 3 pg 16 e TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded e f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations the camcorder s power shuts off automatically Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again e f the Recording Start Stop Button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately e f you re recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function 17 pg 23 to find the end of the la
18. e White Balance is set to 6 FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode lt gt pg 39 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m 33 ft to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m 33 ft use manual focusing I pg 37 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action A Bio Nega Posi Negative Positive The colors of a picture are reversed 112000 8 251 2000 112000 sec High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode 3 O EN O RECORDING Advanced Features cont Ex Fader Fade Wipe Fade in These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode ENGAGE FADE OR WIPE STANDBY MODE Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown Function indication at left Once the desired mode appears it is selected and reserved Fade out gt EFFECT LCD monitor or ss en EIMOSAIC viewfinder e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 2 seconds Then the name After 2 sec disappears and only the indication remains START OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out FE ss TO CANCEL FADE OR WIPE i STANDBY MODE T Bx FADER 3 Press EFFECT repe
19. editing cable to the R A EDIT connectors connector VCR OTHER THAN TYPE A OR Connect the editing cable to the RM V700U s Editing cable Pause In jack optional 3 5 Audio and Video mini plug cable cables optional PREPARE CAMCORDER Insert a recorded tape and set the Power Switch to PLAY ei PEL AAR Tauno PREPARE VCR E ie and VIDEO IN Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and connectors engage the AUX mode refer to VCR s instructions rae Pause In H VCR Recording deck RM V700U optional 66 en USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont PLAY PAUSE FF SELECT SCENES ACCESS R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY Press PLAY PAUSE then press ON OFF and the counter display appears on the LED monitor or 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 RM V700U p Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene as many as 8 optional MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered
20. for recycling options or proper disposal IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful func tions But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety In order not to defeat the built in safeguards observe the following basic rules for its installation use and servicing ATTENTION Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instruc tions For your safety please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Grounding or Polarization A Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug B Your product may be equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your
21. obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 2 Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company If your product is intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 4 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product EN 3 5 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered e Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface e Do not place the product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 6 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer
22. or Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration to the left NOTES e When using the car battery leave the engine DC OUT terminal Adapter Charger idling DC cord AA V15U e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3U can also be used to charge the battery pack q e When using the optional Car Battery Charger or Car Battery Cord AP V7U refer to the respective To car s instruction booklet cigarette lighter socket Car Battery Cord USING AC POWER AP V7U optional AM Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in the illustration to the left NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V H V3U optional 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 informatio
23. 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 e If 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 34 EN 2 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations na rose MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 38 Allows you to set the current date and time 15 pg 13 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 3 3 ft to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm 2 ft e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used I pg 16 M W B AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Color Temperature system senses the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic se FINE white balance adj
24. record certain segments 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press Recording Start Stop Button to start recording Noise may appear during Retake This is normal Picture Stabilizer To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification 1 Press P STABILIZER C appears m To switch off the Picture Stabilizer press P STABILIZER The indicator disappears e Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes e When shooting dark or dim subjects e When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting e When shooting scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod 2 4 EN VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features cont DATE TIME Date display Time display Date Time display Auto Date Record mode Date off mode No display Auto Date Record mode Date display DEC 25 98 AUTO DATE Auto date record mode DEC 25 98 Auto date record executed Time display PM10 50 00 Date Time display DEC 25 98 PM10 50 00 FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION
25. s detalles E P 18 a 21 e El visor se desconecta autom ticamente para ahorrar energ a cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ngulo mayor de 45 grados e El monitor LCD se activa desactiva cuando se lo abre cierre a 45 grados aprox GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA BATT RELEASE Utilizaci n de la bater a Mi Enganche el extremo superior de la bater a en la c mara de video Procedimiento para carga P 10 E Empuje la bater a hacia adentro hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar Para extraer la bater a Deslice BATT RELEASE y extraiga la bater a REPRODUCCI N Interruptor de alimentaci n Col quelo en PLAY Conmutador selector de sistema Col quelo en D S C Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en DSC E Ajuste el interruptor de alimentaci n en PLAY Aparece una imagen fija almacenada en la memoria El Presione W o T del bot n p gina para seleccionar la imagen fija que desea ver Por m s detalles gt P 55 e El visor se desconecta autom ticamente para ahorrar energ a cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ngulo mayor de 45 grados e El monitor LCD se activa desactiva cuando se lo abre cierre a 45 grados aprox Perilla de abertura cierre LENS COVER Interruptor de alimentaci n Col quelo en CAMERA Conmutador selector de sistema Col quelo en D S C EE Deslice la perilla de abertura cierre LENS COVER para abrir la tapa del
26. set the System Select Switch to D S C Press the SNAPSHOT Button When the selected time has elapsed a still image is shot automatically To Cancel Self Timer If you set the System Select Switch to VIDEO Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF If you set the System Select Switch to D S C Before shooting a still image press the SNAPSHOT Button then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF md en 4 1 Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops ASSEMBLE SERIES
27. the procedure from step 1 No indication Exposure Menu Screen during 4 recording Exposure control level counter To brighten the image To darken the image AA En 39 LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOC SURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH yay z M W B AUTOS ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen M W B AUTO e FINE s CLOUD HALOGEN MWB M W B Menu Screen Select Dial MENU Jog Dial NOTES e To switch to automatic white balance adjustment set the M W B in the Menu Screen to AUTO or turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK e Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned off and on again or when the Select Dial s position has been changed e When adjusted by putting colored paper in front of the subject in step 1 of MWB this unit makes its color temperature standard for automatic white balance So you can enjoy shooting with different colors For example when adjusting with red blue or yellow colors the image becomes the color which approximates to green orange or purple respectively 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 color tint reproduction ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the S
28. 10 2969 Mapunapuna Place Suite 101 Cypress CA 90630 4727 Houston TX 77043 2310 Honolulu HI 96819 2000 714 229 8011 713 935 9331 808 833 5828 230 Eliot Street 8192 West State Road 84 890 Dubuque Avenue Ashland MA 01721 2377 Davie FL 33324 4611 South San Francisco CA 94080 1804 508 881 5923 954 472 1960 415 871 2666 Sophisticated electronic producis may require occasional service Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC producis service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our producis NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP 107 Little Falls Road Fairfield NJ 07004 2105 If you ship the product Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength Enclose with the unit a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above Don t service it yourself CAUTION To prevent electrical shock do not open the To purchase accessories for your JVC product you may contact your local JVC Dealer Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll f
29. DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER DIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RECORDS OR DISCS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 41 Slater Drive DIVISION OF US JVC CORP Elmwood Park New Jersey 07407 REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT For customer use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which is located either on the rear bottom or side of the cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No Purchase date Name of dealer
30. EC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 45 1 25 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 41 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear Also refer to pgs 40 and 41 Index Code Marking RM V700U only To give you automatic access to any selected point on a recording 1 Press VISS once to place the index code INDEX blinks during marking If VISS is pressed during Record Standby mode the mark is placed where START STOP is pressed VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME A B E JVC A B C E 0000 0 0099 900100 9000 2000 0990 MAGNAVOX MITSUBISHI EH NEC o H 90 90 99 90 000009 090900 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont RM V700U optional VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME A B 00 RCA 0000 9090 esses elec SONY 99 00 000 99000 9000 QOQ So Random Assemble Editing R A Edit Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player You can select up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily performed when the optional RM V700U MBR Multi Brand Remote CF pg 64 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 co
31. ENU Jog Dial MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE MENU END Menu Screen EXIT lt PROTECT gt olx 02 fx A padlock mark appears EN 59 Protect This mode helps prevent accidental erasure of images Put a padlock mark next to the desired still image and that still image cannot be deleted ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS PROTECT MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to PROTECT then press it 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 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 th
32. F ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE 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 212 F or incinerate Replace the battery with Maxell Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Sony CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion E Dispose of used battery promptly E Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom This Class B digital apparatus meets all require ments of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point with
33. FRESCADO El adaptador de CA se caracteriza por la funci n REFRESH que le permite descargar totalmente la bater a antes de recargarla Efect e la funci n REFRESH despu s de un m nimo de 5 cargas Para descargar las bater as coloque la bater a en el adaptador como se muestra en la ilustraci n arriba Luego presione REFRESH El indicador REFRESH se enciende cuando se inicia la descarga y se apaga cuando la descarga ha terminado BATT RELEASE Indicador de carga INDICADOR DE CARGA Se ha suministrado un indicador de carga sobre la bater a para ayudarle a recordar si ha sido cargado o no Los dos colores suministrados rojo y negro le permiten seleccionar la carga y la descarga ATENCION Antes de desmontar la fuente de alimenta ci n aseg rese que la alimentaci n de la c mara de video est desconectada El no hacerlo puede producir una falla de funcionamiento en la c mara de video EN 5 7 Alimentacion Esta camara de video posee un sistema de alimentaci n de 3 vias que le permite seleccionar la fuente de alimentaci n m s apropiada NOTAS e Sin alimentaci n no hay ninguna funci n disponible e Utilice exclusivamente la alimentaci n indicada e No utilice la unidades de alimentaci n suministradas con otro equipo CARGA DE LA BATERIA ALIMENTACION Conecte el cable de alimentaci n de CA del cargador a una toma de corriente COLOCACION DE LA BATERIA Alinee las mar
34. IDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA Press SP EP Button for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while EP Extended Play is more economical providing three times as the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used 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 T20 20 minutes of recording time T30 30 minutes and T40 40 minutes in SP elf you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen NOTES e The tape remaining time pg 19 displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been sele
35. MM JVC COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR AXM900 Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey in English only http www jvc victor co jp index e html Compact VHS 7 VHS F Y w DIGITAL STILL CAMERA For Customer Use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which is located on the bottom of INS TRUCTIONS cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No LYT0055 001A Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents C pg 8 9 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 ERA refer to the Index CF pgs 74 79 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use nero read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 83 85 before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK O
36. N 8 pin External microphone input 62 dBs high impedance unbalanced with 3 5 mm STEREO AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V15U Power requirement U S A and Canada Other countries AC 120 V 60 Hz AC 110 V to 240 Vw 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DECO V ses NSA VTR DC 6 3 Vas 1 8 A Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm 5 9 16 x 1 11 16 x 2 11 16 Approx 300 g 0 71 Ibs Dimensions Weight CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm 7 7 16 x 1 x 4 1 8 Dimensions Weight Approx 240 g 0 53 lbs Accessory AA R6 size battery x 1 Provided Accessories IF pg 9 Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3U e Battery Charger BH VC10U e Car Battery Cord AP V7U e RF Unit RF V5U e Compact VHS C Cassettes TC 40 30 20 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 Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice ESPANOL Marcas A la toma de corriente alterna Indicador CHG carg Indicador Interruptor REFRESH REFRESH RE
37. N Switch pg 5 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch s es IF pg Diopter Adjustment IF pg D MODE BUTON auavsnsmer IF pg 26 SNAPSHOT Button CF pg 26 Function Navigator Dial MENU Jog Dial Recording Start Stop Button CF pg QD Power Switch IF pg 18 42 48 22 LENS COVER Switch CF pg DEG al PS IF pg CO VOLUME Dial ear CF pg 55 28 16 24 44 23 42 42 42 23 42 17 17 10 14 48 48 LS 18 55 2 18 43 43 En 1 Connectors DC IN Jack The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector e Connect the editing cable when perform ing Random Assemble Editing gt pg 66 69 e It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal Digital Jack rrrrrnrrrrrnrvvrrrrnrnnvern CF pg 63 VIDEO OUT Connector CF pg 46 RF DC OUT Connector CF pg 46 AUDIO OUT Connector CF pg 46 External Microphone Input e IF pg 72 Indicators Power Indicator CF pg 18 Tally LAMP ras CF pg 18 Other Parts EN Video Light eoorsnnnnrnvvrrrnnnnnnneven IF pg 25 EE Micropho
38. OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures 5 Set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF NOTES e For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode e Fade or Wipe in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting e Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated e Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected ACCESS MENU SCREEN automatically after the selected period of time RELEASE ANIMATION MODE Time Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move t
39. The power indicator lights and an image appears SELECT PICTURE MODE Set PICTURE to FINE or STANDARD in the Menu Screen CF pg 49 as required E Set to D S C 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 No display lt _ gt P Full Pin Up Pin Up A still image on a white background A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel e There are two modes FINE allows you to shoot up to approx 22 still images with higher resolution and STANDARD allows you to shoot up to approx 44 still images with lower resolution SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE Press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to the other until the desired setting appears as shown in the illustration to the left SHOOT Press the SNAPSHOT Button IN Full A still image that occupies the entire image field is stored eA 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 Pictrue mode display Remaining number of shots screen you may take another s
40. Y Turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT V R 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 When connecting the cables open the jack cover Power Switch To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables optional To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors VCR Recording deck AS en ITAL STILL CAMERA D S C SHOOTING MODE 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 program pg 63 A still image processed on the PC can be also inserted onto a tape lt gt pg 71 o e SELECT MODE 0 Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open o LCD monitor or the lens cover then set the System Select Switch to 4 viewfinder D S C Set the Power Switch to CAMERA e
41. adjusted 17 pg 14 e The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 36 e The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position of the Lens Cover The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Power Adapter Battery Charger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning AA nO 1 When the System Select Switch is set to VIDEO POSSIBLE CAUSE RECORDING Recording cannot be performed e 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 I pg 17 e 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 17 pg 18 Recording does not start e The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA 17 pg 18 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no e The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel playback picture e If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO e The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel Playback canno
42. ake 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 e When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available eBy turning off the camcorder DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically e During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK D S C PLAYBACK Basic Playback 1509 Page Button 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 new pictures are automaticall
43. al carton and ship insured with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll free number If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product please contact our Customer Relations Department WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover 1 Products which have been subject to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to render such service or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation and installation and removal for repair Operational adjustments covered in the Owner s Manual normal maintenance video and audio head cleaning Damage that occurs in shipment due to act of God and cosmetic damage Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge Video Pick up Tubes CCD Image Sensor Cartridge Stylus Needle are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase Accessories 8 Batteries except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase from the date of purchase There are no other express warranties except as listed above THE
44. arch 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 e The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes e To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so the M disappears VIDEO PLAYBACK Using The Cassette EN 45 Compartment door Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it and install one AA R6 size battery as shown in the illustration at left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED V R
45. atedly until OFF appears E MOSAIC OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the OFF fade wipe standby mode is canceled No indication FJ SHUTTER Fader Fades in out to a black screen Mosaic Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern av Shutter Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the center 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 e Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic Fader is selected e The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe is used with Sepia 7 pg 29 e With the Electronic fog filter mode KF pg 29 engaged when Fader not Mosaic is used the image fades in out to a white screen e Even if you start shooting with the Fade Wipe indication displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting the Fade Wipe does not function E ISLIDE OFF 6 Recording Start Stop Button en O 1 This feature allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect ENGAGE WIDE MODE 1 Press WIDE LCD monitor or viewfinder Wide Wide mode e To restore normal screen
46. ator TOO OO OLD O RM V700U OR RM V705U optional provided FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE EN 65 Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse The remote control lets you set release Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as well as the Menu Screen Self Timer 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 4 on pg 40 Self Timer press INT TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 155 30S TMIN 5MIN and No indication off 2 Release Instead of setting INT TIME to OFF in the Menu press INT TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears Animation 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 41 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 45 1 25 15 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 41 press REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time indicator disappears Time Lapse 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg 41 Time Lapse press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and No indication off Each time R
47. aved using the provided image transfer software pg 63 The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software e When a Pin Up is taken with the Wide mode F pg 31 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 colors will be lost 28 EN VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later the mode is activated Program AE With Special Effects After 1 sec All you have to do to access any of the variety of o JN shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial SELECT MODE Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 1 second Then the name disappears and only the indication remains The mode is activated e When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release mode is selected only the mode s name is displayed Then the name disappears and the mode is activated NOTES e Only one effect can be engaged at a time e The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe 17 pg 30 is used in the Sepia mode e The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations e In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture color may be adversely affected if subject is lit
48. bar to EXIT Menu Screen 4 CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen STD is displayed with STAND ARD selected and FINE is displayed with FINE selected PICTURE FINE STANDARD Picture Mode Setting Menu NOTES e To store the still images you shot we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them on disk pg 63 e When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens we recommend that you use the viewfinder e When the remaining number indicator displays 0 blinking it is not possible to continue storing pictures until you delete some shots to make room for new ones Perform DELETE function in the Menu Screen to remove pictures you do not need 7 pg 60 e The Picture Mode can be switched to either FINE or STANDARD Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode switching the Picture Mode will vary this number e The LENS COVER warning blinks for approx 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed e When the SNAPSHOT Butt
49. becomes blue back While ENTER is selected and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage CAUTIONS DANGER Video Light e The video light becomes extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm 1 ft 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 When using the AC Power Adapter Charger in areas other than the USA E The provided AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter called a Siemens Plug as shown For this AC plug adapter consult your nearest JVC dealer Plug adapter General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly ope
50. cas y deslice la bater a en la direcci n de la flecha hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar El indicador CHG comienza a parpadear indicando que se ha iniciado la carga EXTRACCION DE LA BATERIA Cuando el indicador CHG para de destellear pero contin a encendido la carga ha terminado Deslice la bater a en el sentido opuesto al de la flecha USO DE LA BATERIA DE LA BATERIA Enganche la parte superior del mismo en la c mara de video y emp jela hasta que se bloquee en su lugar EXTRACCION DE LA BATERIA Deslice BATT RELEASE y extraiga la bater a Tiempo de grabaci n aproximado unidad min Monitor LCD Monitor LCD Monitor LCD activado Visor desactivado Visor activado Visor BATERIA desactivado activado activado 4 50 3 BN V22U 105 110 BN V25U 140 100 150 105 1254 cuando el foco de video est encendido 5 50 35 0 3 06 70 75 90 6 0 0 5 90 BATT RELEASE Utilizaci n de la bateria El Enganche el extremo superior de la bater a en la c mara de video Procedimiento para carga P 10 l Empuje la bater a hacia adentro hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar Para extraer la bater a Deslice BATT RELEASE y extraiga la bater a REPRODUCCION PLAY PAUSEW STOP parada reproducci n pausa TE Col quelo en E Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en VIDEO E Ajuste el interruptor de alimentaci n en PLAY El Presio
51. ct the still image you wish to insert BEGIN INSERT EDITING Power Switch Press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode Insert editing To insert still images in sequential order onto the indicator tape press the Page Button to move the page forward To insert still images at random onto the tape Tape Counter first record the still image you selected in step 1 onto the tape then press START STOP to engage the Insert Pause mode To select another still image press the Page Button again then press START STOP Insert Editing begins END INSERT EDITING 3 Press STOP NOTES e When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor fully opened the original audio will be heard from the Switch speaker e The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit e Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode COUNTER R M LCD monitor or viewfinder RM V700U RM V705U optional provided Ze USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Audio dubbing indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder microphone input jack capped RM V700U optional Set to VIDEO O O O O RM V705U provided Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only
52. cted e Once you have set the tape length it remains un changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK e When the System Select Switch is set to D S C it is not possible to set REC TIME and TAPE LENGTH Turn to take up slack en 1 Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN LCD MONITOR Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Press EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE 3 Make sure the label is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked CLOSE LCD MONITOR First make sure the holder is closed Then close the LCD monitor NOTES e Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor e A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette If there is any slack turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack e Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape e 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 belo
53. d 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 O ZEN LCD monitor or viewfinder Title display li S S S 4 HAPPY BIRTHDAY lt _ No display OUR VACATION MERRY CHRISTMAS A SPECIAL DAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR NEW BABY WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS TITLE Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also in French Spanish and Portuguese Change the setting in TITLE LANG in the Menu screen F pg 33 35 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 LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU PMENU END o FOCUS 5 AUTOS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME DEC 25 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen 1 BACK REC TIME OFF INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON TITLE LANG RS ENGLISH D ZOOM ON COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO pe 08 gt MENU END Menu Scr
54. d 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 29 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode gt pg 29 is engaged the light will not activate LCD monitor or viewfinder P Pin Up No display Full SNAPSHOT E LCD monitor or amp viewfinder ex Pin Up qui qui qin VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features 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 Press the SNAPSHOT Button eA 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
55. ds 6 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 7 Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat PORTABLE CART WARNING Symbol provided by RETAC SERVICING 1 Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 2 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the
56. e still image disappears and the image is no longer protected When finished removing protection perform step 4 NOTES e To move the frame from Index No 7 to 6 place the highlight bar on EXIT by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward Rotate the MENU Jog Dial further upward The frame is moved to the 6th still image automatically Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one e 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 j A INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen DELETE SELECT ALL In case of ALL Delete Menu Screen bin case of SELECT NEXT lt DELETE gt Delete Select Menu Screen MT Vv DELETE CANCE L ENTER Delete Execute Menu Screen Il Menu Screen D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont Delete When the memory in which still images are stored becomes full the number of remaining shots available reaches 0 blinking In this situation it becomes impossible to take your next shot Delete some still images already stored in memory to make room for new shots ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS DELETE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DELETE then press it SELECT DELETE MODE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to mov
57. e 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 It is not possible to change REC TIME and TITLE LANG settings If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE or DATE TIME See respective pages FOCUS F pg 36 37 EXPOSURE CF pg 38 DATE TIME pg 13 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 AA EN DO Menu Screen Explanations FOCUS Adjusts focus automatically MANY Allows you to ast fous anally p96 7 MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually I pg 38 Allows you to set the current date and time p
58. e 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 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 AA en O 1 In case of SELECT NEXT lt DELETE gt If you check the remaining still images on Index Menu Screen after deleting NEXT lt INDEX gt Ei ES o2 x o3 x ACCESS DELETE EXECUTE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CANCEL or ENTER then press it e
59. ead drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner e Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer EN OD Declaration of Conformity Model Number GR AXM900U Trade Name JVC Responsible party Address USJVC CORP 41 Slater Drive Elmwood Park N J 07407 Telephone Number 201 794 3900 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation Change or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance
60. ears within approx 2 seconds 5 Picture Mode Display IF pg 27 48 Remaining Number Of Shots Tale 185110 EE IF pg 27 48 6 Super LoLux Indicator IF pg 31 7 Tape Length Indicator IF pg 16 Zoom Indicator Bar sona gt pg 22 9 Recording Indicator CF pg 18 12 Picture Stabilizer Indicator CF pg 23 13 Interval Timer Recording Time A 17 pg 40 e Record Standby Mode MN Sr CF pg 18 eLens Cover Warning LENS COVER concocconicnconicoinninnns gt pg 19 eData Transfer Display PCXMODE 0 ccccsceesesseeeeeees I gt pg 63 5 Instant Title Display IF pg 32 Date Time Display IF pg 24 7 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level ac 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 does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged Focus Indicator mesita IF pg 37 Exposure Control Level Courses r pg 38 White Balance Mode Tate elle A I gt pg 39 2 Snapshot Mode Display gt pg 27 48 22 Clock Battery Warning Blinks for approx 10 seconds when the power is turned on This display also blinks when the clock lit
61. ect Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears and the highlight bar is placed on FOCUS ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it a and amp appear The focus is locked at this point ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward lt appears and blinks Go to step 5 To nearer subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward p 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 42 reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES e To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 3 e To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 1 e Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths e When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer a or 2 will blink Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture q
62. ed 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 elf 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 ES pg 58 e Select the desired still image in the INDEX Menu Screen then press the MENU Jog Dial The selected still image appears on the whole screen then the screen enters normal playback It is not necessary to perform steps 4 and 5 If you select SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT or DELETE See respective pages END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal screen reappears NOTE If you rotate the MENU Jog Dial while watching in the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted rotate it in the direction which is opposite to the one descried in this manual AAA eNO 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 58 SLIDE SHOW 1 All
63. een 2 4 0 TITLE LANG ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH PORTUGUESE Setting Menu ex TITLE LANG Hl y BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG D ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE MENU END 4 TI Normal Screen EN 35 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 If the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE or DATE TIME See respective pages FOCUS CF pg 36 37 EXPOSURE gt pg 38 DATE TIME gt pg 13 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
64. elect Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to M W B then press it SELECT WHITE BALANCE 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the required white balance AUTO sansene Automatic adjustment e FINE Outdoors on sunny day e CLOUD Outdoors on cloudy day 8 HALOGEN Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB ascos When using a personal White Balance Setting stored in memory see below CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen MWB MWE sets the color temperature for the subject s light source so you can shoot with natural colors that are unaffected by surroundings even when there are multiple subjects with different color 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 of the above 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 Select Dial Y EN ili Recording M a Start Sto
65. ent Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA AA en LO Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 7 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3 making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH 2 Adjust as shown in the illustration at left D Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 7 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod 1 Oen SP EP Recording Mode Button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial System Select Switch Viewfinder Recording mode indicator Tape length indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTHST40 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT MENU FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T20 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT VIDEO GETTING STARTED Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE First set the System Select Switch to V
66. g 13 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 3 3 ft to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 om 2 ft 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 M W B This camcorder s Automatic Color Temperature system senses the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment However precise color adjustment is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same color HALOGEN whena predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment I pg 39 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed CF pg 22 SLOW Factory setting a
67. g 28 29 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 15 pg 28 29 A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject 1 pg 28 29 Allows you to shoot a still image in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older picture C pg 28 29 Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected 1 pg 28 29 e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to 8 FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m 33 ft to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m 33 ft use manual focusing CF pg 37 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action 17 pg 28 29 Nega Posi The colors of a picture are reversed F pg 28 29 Negative Positive 1 2000 sec High Captures faster action than Sports mode 17 pg 28 29 Speed Shutter Wide Black bars are recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect pg 31 Super LoLux Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting F pg 31 Self Timer Once the ca
68. h 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 e When the number of remaining shots available reaches 0 blinking it becomes impossible to take your next shot Perform DELETE function to remove some still images already stored in memory C pg 60 e Pressing the Recording Start Stop Button does not start recording in the Self Timer Shooting procedure Press the SNAPSHOT Button CF pg 51 e 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 pg 48 e The Protect function is in effect for some still images If they are not necessary cancel the Protect function then try deleting all still images again C pg 59 e It is not possible to display the date time on a still image e It is
69. he 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 VIDEO PLAYBACK Basic Playback LOAD A CASSETTE First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked SELECT MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to PLAY The power indicator lights REW Power Switch PLAY BACK 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears PLAY PAUSE STOP PLAYBACK p Press STOP Rewind or Fast forward the tape Press REW to rewind or FF to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTES e The camcorder shuts off automaticall
70. he VCR and the TV connectors 44 SELECT MODE VCR Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Antenna 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 at left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV RF unit RF V5U optional SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its instructions To AUDIO VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors NOTES e lt is recommended to use the AC Power E i Adapter Charger as the power supply instead Connection To A TV With NO A V Input of the battery pack e To monitor the picture and sound from the Connectors Playback ONLY camcorder without inserting a tape set the NOTE camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode Refer to the RF V5U instruction manual for connection e If you have a TV or speakers that are not procedure specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture Use the optional RF V5U RF unit TAPE DUBBING A Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLA
71. he direction of the arrow BATT PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE BN V11U approx 1 hr 10 min approx 3 hrs 30 min BN V12U approx 1 hr 10 min approx 3 hrs 30 min BN V22U approx 2 hrs 10 min approx 7 hrs BN V25U approx 2 hrs 40 min approx 10 hrs USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place DETACH BATTERY PACK 2 Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack Approximate recording time unit min LCD LCD LCD BATT monitor on monitor off monitor on PACK Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on BN V11U 50 35 50 35 40 3 BN V12U 50 35 50 35 40 3 BN V22U 105 70 110 75 90 6 BN V25U 140 100 150 105 1254 when the video light is on 0 0 5 90 AA en 1 1 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 colors are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged NOTES e The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs e Charging times noted on page 10 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack e Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature
72. hium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one F pg 12 23 eTape End Display TAPE ENC he r pg 19 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning 8 When this indication appears all func tions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indication should disappear Displayed for approx 5 seconds on the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is turned on and then disappear However the indications marked are not displayed Oen 20 21 32 amp 4 4 EM Controls 1 Power Zoom Button IF pg Fase BUON sassannntee F pg 2 Multi Function Control EFFECT BORON ante F pg VIDE BUON sisas naa C pg e TITLE Button IF pg SUPER LOLUA DUO messi F pg 3 System Select VIDEO D S C Switch osiovinecoiconinicins CF pg 18 42 48 D Select Dial EN F pg G Recording Mode SP EP PUNOM o an nPe Edicao F pg 6 DATE TIME Button F pg COUNTER R M Button CF pg DP Picture STABILIZER Button pg PE WO oa sra CF pg RETAKE R Quick Review A RR F pg 9 PLAY PAUSE Button IF pg FP CF pg RETAKE F Bihar F pg DA A IF pg VET CF pg D PUSH Button dsc IF pg LIGHT OFF AUTO O
73. hlight bar to ZOOM SPEED then press it The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired speed and press it twice The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus C pg 37 then zoom in or out in Record mode The zoom level indicator E moves during zoom Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital process ing aie Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM to OFF in the Menu Screen t pg 35 Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed ZOOM SPEED in the Menu Screen Pressing the Power Zoom Button lightly fully FAST ast SLOW lowes E when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK FEATURE PURPOSE P STABILIZER RETAKE R F FEATURE PURPOSE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION OPERATION OPERATION EN 2 3 Quick Review To check the end of the last record ing 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode E Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal Retake To re
74. hot EN e The remaining number of shots available is 22 21 gt 1 70 displayed Blinking NOTES e The remaining number of shots varies according to the selected Picture Mode In the STANDARD mode twice as many still images can be shot as in the FINE mode e Six sample images have been stored in the built in memory at the factory If you wish to delete them first remove the Protect function t pg 59 then perform the Delete function t pg 60 EN 49 FEATURE Picture Mode Setting PURPOSE There are two image settings you can choose from when storing in the camcorder s memory FINE and STANDARD You can select either according to your needs OPERATION E 1 ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK Press the MENU Jog Dial Select Dial MENU Jog Dial 2 SELECT FUNCTION Set to D S C Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to PICTURE then press it The Picture Mode Setting Menu appears 3 SET PICTURE MODE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting FINE or STANDARD m Factory preset is FINE E If you want the Picture Mode to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOC U AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME DEC 25 98 TELE MACRO OFF PICTURE AFINES M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT move the highlight
75. hould 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 V Press STOP NOTES e When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor fully opened the original audio will be heard from the speaker o After step 5 Retake 1 pg 23 can be performed e The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit e Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode en 1 Insert Editing Insert A Still Image From The Built in Memory Onto A Tape You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder s built in memory into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal PLAY PAUSE picture distortion at the in and out points The original FF audio remains unchanged Perform steps 1 through 5 in Insert Editing 15 pg 70 before the following procedure NOTE Page Button Use the RM V705U or RM V700U 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 sele
76. ic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases 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 104 F or extremely low under 0 C or 32 F temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C 122 F in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet E 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
77. ight spots appear all over the LCD monitor e This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder e Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder e The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be hot Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF and let the unit cool down e The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LED monitor These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 The indicators and the picture color e This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD on the LCD monitor are not clear monitor is pressed The LCD monitor the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus Even though the Lens Cover is open the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks e Wipe them gently with soft cloth Gently wipe the LCD monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won t come out easily e Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears consult your nearest JVC dealer e The diopter needs to be
78. in an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance The AA V15U AC Power Adapter Charger should be used with AC 120 Va 60 Hz in the USA and Canada AC 110 240 V u 50 60 Hz in other countries CAUTION applies to the AA V15U TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION s applique VAA V15U POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type color television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor view finder playback are possible anywhere Use the BN V11U V12U V22U V25U battery packs and to recharge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conver sion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries ATTENTION The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery The battery is recycla ble At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area
79. ing 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 15 pg 2 RM V705U RM V700U provided optional With the camcorder s power switch With the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA set to PLAY Transmits the beam signal COTTON ENEE FOsror button ETT E Retake rewind Quick Review gt pg 23 Rew Rew Shuttle Search pg 42 44 COC gt PTE FUNCTIONS BUTTONS UNT TIME Button SelfTimerTime Lapse er peo gt ORECTIME Button Animation Time Lapse ES pg 65 gt Qrausteuton raset Retake onward pg 23 OaD suwon iY dubbing paa PAUSE IN Connector emo Omerstr uio DO Emo Gvisstuton index Code marking pg gt v rcnmm ET P RM V700U only Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor When using the remote control be sure to point it at the remote sensor The above illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting Interval Timer Indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder Index Code Marking Rec Time Indic
80. ken the image turn the Dial toward Speaker volume control You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the VOLUME Dial ADJUST VOLUME 7 If you want to turn up the volume Turn the Dial toward If you want to turn down the volume Turn the Dial toward NOTE When the LCD monitor is turned off sound is not heard from the speaker Tracking This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on screen during playback 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 e When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed e Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE VIDEO PLAYBACK Features cont FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Still Playback To pause during playback 1 Press PLAY PAUSE during playback 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE again Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal Shuttle Search To allow high speed se
81. l not be accurate e During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing when Insert Pause or Audio Dub Standby is engaged the counter may go slightly past 0 00 00 Recording however stops at exactly 0 00 00 USER MAINTENANCE 73 LENS COVER After Use Open Close Switch Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor Set to POWER OFF 5 Slide BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack BATT RELEASE Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover PUSH EJECT Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR 7 Wipe gently with a soft cloth CLEAN LCD MONITOR Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper REMOVE EYEPIECE 4 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out CLEAN VIEWFINDER 5 Remove dust using a blower brush RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise NOTES e Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol e Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected e Mo
82. ld may form if the lens is left dirty Len VOND UOO OF amp 30MIN S LX 7 Or REC SP FINE 12 E Ds gt gt gt O TWILIGHT ak p D 9 NORM wae a _LENS COVER MWB a DN OSM TAPE END il MERRY CHRISTMAS DEC 25 98 AM 11 45 18 LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications 1 Cassette Warning Tape Remaining Time r pg 19 When no cassette is inserted the cassette 053 warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette 73 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 EP late ler lfc EE CF pg 16 3 40 Program AE Indicator IF pg 28 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 0 3 4 Fade Wipe Standby NA gt pg 30 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one function to another by pressing the EFFECT button Then only the indicator remains at 4 Multi Function Control a o 1075 11 e OE CF7 pg 30 31 Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi Function Control is pressed The indication disapp
83. max Image size CAMERA Pick up Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment LCD MONITOR Size LCD system SPECIFICATIONS 0 C to 409C 32 F to 1049F 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Approx 1020 g 2 3 Ibs 116 W x 117 H x 242 D mm 4 5 8 x 4 5 8 x 9 9 16 20 mm round x 1 monaural DC 6V ae 6 6 W 7 1 W 7 8 W 2 9 W NTSC type VHS NTSC standard FM recording Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard VHSTH cassette 33 35 mm sec 1 5 16 ips 11 12 mm sec 7 16 ips 40 minutes 120 minutes with TC 40 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 4 diagonally measured LCD TFT active matrix system 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 DI
84. mcorder is set the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture e Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg 40 then press the SNAPSHOT Button as step 5 in place of the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed a still image is shot automatically 15 pg 40 Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO PICTURE BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG D ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE gt MENU END Setting Menu ex INT TIME TT y BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG D ZOOM COLOR BAR JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE MENU END 4 HI Normal Screen S C 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 elf the setting you want can t b
85. monstration is not available e By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically e During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled j Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK 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 OFF o Does not display color bars Normal screen is recorded Makes the normal screen disappear then displays color bars By recording color bars at the beginning or end of a tape an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape NOTE RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus A detection zone The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one color wall
86. move from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES e lt is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications Terminals Chain 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F Operation 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage 109C to 30 C 14 F to 86 F e Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C e The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes 54 EN Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use CAUTIONS cont Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit 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 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 magnet
87. n on safe handling of lithium batteries a MENU Ml J Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME JAN 1 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen When the System Select Switch is set to D S C PICTURE is displayed DATE TIME YEAR 419988 MONTH JAN DAY 1 TIME PM 12 00 DATE TIME Setting Menu 12 hour indication with AM or PM MENU FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME EE 25 98 TELE MACRO O TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT EN 13 Date Time Setting ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME then press it The DATE TIME Setting Menu appears elf you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings rotate the MENU Jog Dial to 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 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 procedu
88. nd when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 54 EN C SHOOTING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations cont REC TIME Setting is impossible INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer pg 40 TALLY LAMP ROBE The tally lamp remains off at all times ON The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording TITLE LANG Allows you to select the language ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH or PORTUGUESE of Instant Titles 15 pg 32 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 OFF o Does not display color bars Normal screen is recorded Makes the normal screen disappear then displays color bars By recording color bars at the beginning or end of a tape an effect similar to professional productions can be given to your tape NOTE While the color bars are displayed the camcorder s other functions are disabled COLOR 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 is 07 DEMO MODE Automatic demonstration will not t
89. ne cccccccnconoononnnnnnnnnns CF pg 72 ES e Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting Remote NO ae r pg 65 Clock Battery Compartment CF pg 12 EN Battery Pack Mount pg 10 ES Shoulder Strap Eyelets CF pg 15 M Electronic Viewfinder CF pg 14 EM Grip Strap rerrrrrrrrrrnrrrrvvnvvrrrrennn CF pg 14 A Speaker a CF pg 43 TE LCD monitor c0cceeeee IF pg 20 42 M Tripod Mounting Socket CF pg 15 Sen INDEX Terms AC Power Adapter pg 10 Animation Recording pg 41 65 Audio Dubbing ciar rann pg 72 Auto Date Record ssarerervessss r pg 24 AUO FOCUS imensa nasais pg 36 Auto Mode Lock Mode pg 29 50 Auto Mode Release Mode pg 29 50 B Battery PACK SE pg 10 83 Brighten The Image pg 38 C CarBale amunt pg 11 Cassette Adapter occoommmmmooo o pg 45 Charge Marker srissesesseneseso pg 11 Charging the Battery Pack pg 10 Clock Lithium Battery pg 12 Color Baras pg 35 54 COM Port RS 2320 pg 63 Connection To A VCR TV pg 46 Connection To A Windows PC Macintosh aure pg 63 COMES tp pg 8 9 COUNTER Memory soscassosesanidtcaio o pg 44 D Darken The Image pg 38 Date Time Insert oo
90. ne REW La cinta se detiene autom ticamente al comienzo de la misma f Presione PLAY PAUSE Comienza la reproducci n y la imagen aparece e Presione STOP para detener la grabaci n Por m s detalles c P 42 e El visor se desconecta autom ticamente para ahorrar energ a cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ngulo mayor de 45 grados e El monitor LCD se activa desactiva cuando se lo abre cierre a 45 grados aprox O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un VCR de VHS utilizando el adaptador de cassette VHS Playpak lt gt P 45 INSERCION DEL CASSETTE DE VIDEO PUSH EJECT ER Abra el monitor LCD a un ngulo mayor de 45 grados El Presione EJECT para abrir el portacassette El Inserte cassette de video O Presione PUSH para cerrar el portacassette Por m s detalles IF P 17 ar abertura ol quelo Sy i LEN en VIDEO COM amp OS Bot n para A inicio parada de grabaci n Col quelo en CAMERA EE Deslice la perilla de abertura cierre LENS COVER para abrir la tapa del objetivo l Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en VIDEO El Adjuste el interruptor de alimentaci n en CAMERA El indicador de alimentaci n se encender y aparecer una imagen El Presione el bot n inicio parada de grabaci n Comenzar la grabaci n e Para detener temporariamente la grabaci n presione nuevamente el bot n de inicio parada de grabaci n Por m
91. ng cable and the audio video cable NOTES e If you performed step 1 C on page 67 MAKE CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing e The on screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene e There may be noise at in or out points on the edited tape with certain VCRs Power Switch Insert editing indicator Tape Counter LCD monitor or viewfinder System Select Vf Switch RM V700U optional RM V705U provided USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT cont Insert Editing VIDEO You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged NOTE Use the RM V705U or RM V700U 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 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 s
92. nnocncnnononccnnnnnnononnos 28 VIDEO PLAYBACK 42 Basic Playback oooooocoooococococcnnoconccnocononconanocnonos 42 IG ide roo 44 Using The Cassette Adapter ocooocccocoooconococonccconcnnnnns 45 BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR 46 TAPE DUBBING 47 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA D S C SHOOTING 48 TET I EEE 48 Advanced Features saa 50 D S C PLAYBACK 55 Pc saeta iE RESEO EEEE 55 Advanced Features ooooccccooooconcccoocnononcnoccncnonanccnncnnnononnos 56 Connection ER ER 63 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 64 Random Assemble Editing 00oooooocooococcoconcnnnno 66 SO EII oso eras 70 Audio Dubbing vr 72 o en Y USER MAINTENANCE 73 INDEX 74 LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications 0o 0o o 75 Controls EEE cececcccececccceccceccccscecsscscecsccscscecsscscecscescecesess 76 Connectors conri cada idad 76 Indicators eee eres erre renan 76 Other Parts Le 76 Terms lens 78 TROUBLESHOOTING 80 CAUTIONS 83 SPECIFICATIONS 86 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 86 ESPA OL 87 FOR SERVICING Only in U S A 90 WARRANTY Only in U S A 91 PROVIDED ACCESSORIES 000000 000000 e AC Power Adapter e Cassette Adapter e Battery Pack e Remote Control Charger AA V15U VHS Playpak C P7U BN V11U Unit RM V705U e Lithium Battery CR2025 x 2 for clock operation and remote control unit e CD ROM including two softwa
93. not possible to display the Instant Titles on a still image e It is not possible to set REC TIME in the Menu Screen Since the camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device external noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly For example when a still image you shot is stored in the camcorder s built in memory the above may cause the following Although the remaining number of shots indicator shows that shooting is possible a still image cannot be stored in memory after shooting In such a case initialize the memory by following steps 1 through 3 below Please note that initialization deletes all the still images including ones for which you performed the Protect function stored in the camcorder s memory If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory before initialization first transfer them to a PC and save them If image data is corrupt transfer is impossible FORMAT CANCEL Set the System Select Switch to D S C then set the Power Switch to PLAY 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
94. ntrol RM V700U CF pg 64 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 the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR SET and press button A and then B e The code is automatically set once you release the MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on OPERATE VCR 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while holding VCR CTL press the button on the remote for the desired function The functions the remote can control are PLAY STOP PAUSE FF REW and VCR REC STBY you don t need to press VCR CTL for this one You re 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 e l the VCR s power doesn t come on in step 1 try another code from the VCR CODE LIST e Some brands of VCR don t come on automatically In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 e f the RM V700U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR AA en O 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 Open the cover To J terminal To AUDIO and R A EDIT CONNECTOR JLIP VIDEO OUT Connect the
95. o COM Port RS 232C LCD monitor or viewfinder 07 Gi 0 3 NOTES EN 63 Connection to a Windows PC Macintosh Image data stored in the camcorder s built in memory can be transferred to a Windows PC or Macintosh and saved using the provided image transfer software The image data transferred to a personal computer can also be further processed using Paint Software and the still image processed on the PC can be inserted onto a tape 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 PCAMODE is dis played After transferring is finished the screen displays the same still image as in step 2 END TRANSFERRING 4 Close the soft
96. o o pg 24 Date Time Setting pg 13 Delete Menu Screen pg 60 Delete Mode di pg 60 Delete Select Menu Screen pg 60 DEMO Mode ossos pg 35 54 Digital ZOOM sssrinin pg 22 35 54 Digital Still Camera pg 48 Diopter Adjust smssrerertresseassrkren pg 14 Discharge The Battery Pack pg 10 E Electronic Fog Filter Mode pg 29 50 Erase Protect esse pg 17 Exposure Control pg 38 F Fado Outes pg 30 Fast Forward Tape pg 42 FINE MdG pg 49 Fe pg 26 48 G Grip Adjustment pg 14 H High Speed Shutter Mode ae 20751 Index Code Marking pg 65 Index Menu Screen pg 58 ME Mod orcas pg 58 Index Number asquamprmasastastanas pg 58 Meert e AS SOULS erinrar pg 17 Insert Editing a pg 70 71 ee pg 32 a e e RR pg 63 J JLIP ID NO send pg 35 54 Journalistic Shooting pg 21 PG pg 48 L LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications ssisssegeswansntescencaedetesess pg 76 77 M Manual FOCUS curada pg 37 MBR Code Setting pg 66 Modem Port serororveveressesssnennnen pg 63 Move The Page Back pg 55 Move The Page Next pg 55 N ND Effect Mode 00 pg 29 51 Nega Posi Mode pg 29 51 P PN kr pg 59 Picture Mode Setting
97. objetivo l Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en DSC El Adjuste el interruptor de alimentaci n en CAMERA El indicador de alimentaci n se encender y aparecer una imagen EH Presione el bot n SNAPSHOT Una imagen fija es filmada y almacenada en la memoria de la c mara de video Por m s detalles gt P 48 e El visor se desconecta autom ticamente para ahorrar energ a cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ngulo mayor de 45 grados e El monitor LCD se activa desactiva cuando se lo abre cierre a 45 grados aprox OO en FOR SERVICING Only in U S A HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE 1 800 252 5722 Dear customer In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase read the instruction booklet before operating the unit In the event that repair is necessary or for the address nearest your location please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States call 1 800 252 5722 for your authorized servicer Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service JVC JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS 107 Little Falls Road 1500 Lakes Parkway 705 Enterprise Street Fairfield NJ 07004 2105 Lawrenceville GA 30243 5857 Aurora IL 60504 8135 973 808 9279 770 339 2522 630 851 7855 5665 Corporate Avenue 10700 Hammerly Blvd Suite 1
98. ode then the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode mr en 27 LCD monitor or viewfinder Remaining number of shots 22 21 1 0 Blinking Pictrue mode display FINE or STD standard Pin Up A still image on a white background A shadow effect is added to give it a three dimensional feel J Full A still image that occupies the entire image field is recorded NOTES e Six sample images have been stored in the built in memory at the factory If you wish to delete them first remove the Protect function lt pg 59 then perform the Delete function F pg 60 e When the remaining number indicator displays 0 blinking 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 1 pg 60 e The Picture Mode can be switched to either FINE or STANDARD Since the remaining number of shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode switching the Picture Mode will vary this number e If the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to D S C the still image cannot be recorded onto the tape but will be stored in the camcorder s built in memory pg 48 e Image data stored in the camcorder s built in memory can be transferred to a Windows PC or Macintosh and s
99. on 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 gt pg 26 e When you shoot in a dark environment the still image will become coarse and its true colors will be lost 50 EN D S C SHOOTING Advanced Features During Digital Still Camera shooting various functions used for movie shooting are also available After setting the following functions press the SNAPSHOT Button to shoot A still image which takes advantage of these movie functions is stored in memory Allows you to use the optical zoom or the Digital Zoom Zooming is possible from 22 times the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi cation Select optical zoom or Digital Zoom in the Menu Screen CF pg 52 Picture When recording while holding the camorder in your hand or when shooting a Stabilizer subject with little or no contrast subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in the recorded image F pg 23 Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim 15 pg 25 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 28 29 Auto Mode Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock 1 p
100. ows you to run through all the still images stored in memory automatically in numerical order Each still image is displayed This mode is like a regular slide show pg 62 SLIDE SHOW 2 The still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top C pg 62 PROTECT Lets you protect selected still images from accidental erasure Select a still image for which you want to perform Protect to put a padlock mark next to it A still image with a padlock mark cannot be deleted When selecting a still image to protect you can check six still images stored in memory at a time F pg 59 DELETE Allows you to delete some still images already stored in memory F pg 60 CAUTION While ENTER is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit battery pack or AC Power Adapter Charger may cause the camcorder s built in memory to become corrupt Never remove the power supply unit at this stage SELECT Allows you to check 6 still images stored in memory at a time to select the still images you want to delete Allows you to delete all the still images at once except protected images Index You can view all still images stored in memory six at a time Use this mode when looking for a still image you want to view and when checking the still images you shot beforehand o ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial Set the S
101. p Jog Dia Button LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED BEAST O PN BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP TITLE LANG D ZOOM COLOR BAR gt MENU END INT TIME REC TIME INT TIME Menu REC TIME Menu INT TIME Indicator REC TIME Indicator INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen 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 LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial 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 SET INTERVAL TIME 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial START DELAYED RECORDING 5 If you set the System Select Switch to VIDEO Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins automatically If you
102. point CANCEL NOTES e There must be at least one second between an in point and its corresponding out point e To ensure correct operation there should be at least 15 seconds between an out point and the next in point e Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points e f it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in point the VCR s Record Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn t take place e Pressing ON OFF clears all in and out points from memory e Leave a small margin for error around each in point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety AA en 69 Original tape camcorder 1 3 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT MENU Jog Dial RM V700U optional VCR REC STBY AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order While editing the R A Edit counter of the scene which is beging copied is shown with a blinking highlight END AUTOMATIC EDITING 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 editi
103. press WIDE again Super LoLux Gain Up Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown at left Once the desired mode appears it is engaged WIDE SUPER LOLUX e The mode s name is displayed for approx 2 seconds then disappears MAX To record a subject in a dark lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark This setting is suitable for measuring sensitivity conforming to ElA 639 EIA Standard for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement EIA Electronic Industries Association OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment LCD monitor or viewfinder After 2 sec o MAX NORM OFF NOTE for Fade Wipe Wide Super LoLux Instant Titles and Picture Stabilizer 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 Stabilizer off Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK the above functions return to the settings you selecte
104. product has been dropped or damaged in any way f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 3 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition MAJOR FEATURES NO REMEMBER The Logical Choice The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR with VHS Playpak Program AE with Special Effects 17 pg 28 29 m Auto Mode Lock m Auto Mode Release m Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect m Sepia m Twilight m Sports E Nega Posi m 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter LCD Color Monitor lt pg 20 VIS H Ha Cassettes marked VHSTH can be used with this camcorder Program Manager II F pg 28 41 Program AE with Special Effects Fade Wipe Wide Super LoLux Instant Title Menu Adjustment Focus Exposure Control and so on Digital Still Camera Built in PC communication capable F pg 48 63 Integrated Auto Light F pg 25 Picture Stabilizer 7 pg 23 Digital Hyper Zoom 5 pg 22 Zoom in Zoom ou
105. rated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U uscar AA R6 size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused battery can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of battery in a fire 4 Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a nickel cadmium battery Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging charge in an environment where 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 re
106. re programs for Windows e PC Connection Cable x 2 e DC Cord I Oen 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 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 GETTING STARTED Power To AC outlet This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES e No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply e Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER 7 Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet ATTACH BATTERY PACK 2 Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place e The CHG indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK 3 When the CHG indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite t
107. re until you re satisfied with the Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking START CLOCK OPERATION When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen appears and MENU END is highlighted CLOSE MENU 6 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTE To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Insert pg 24 GETTING STARTED cont 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 ae Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Button Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment 1 HO VIEWFINDER x ust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration at left E MODE Set the Power Switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTER Turn the Diopter Adjustm
108. ree 1 800 882 2345 cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel WARRANTY Only in U S A en Y LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1 90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below The Warranty Period THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY 50 UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO WHAT WE WILL DO If this product is found to be defective JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in home basis WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale For your nearest JVC authorized service center please call toll free 800 252 5722 If service is not available locally box the product carefully preferably in the origin
109. st recording so you don t erase any of It e The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed e While shooting sound is not heard from the speaker JEO RECORDING Basic Recording cont Power indicator Tally lamp System Select lights while recording Switch is in progress Shooting while watching the LCD monitor Before the following steps perform step 1 C pg 18 ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears in the LCD monitor with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING Tilt the LCD monitor upward downward for best viewability 3 pg 21 and press the Recording Start Stop button e appears in the LCD monitor while recording Is in progress STOP RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES e When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens we recommend that you use the viewfinder pg 18 e The tape remaining time is not displayed on the LCD monitor However
110. t JICK OPERATION GUIDE VIDEO BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack EE Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure CF pg 10 EJ Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK Set to PLAY J EE 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 5 pg 42 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak CF pg 45 INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE PUSH EJECT ER Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees EJ Press EJECT to open the cassette holder El Insert a video cassette El Press PUSH to close the cassette holder For more details gt pg 17 Open Close Set to SY Switch VIDEO Start Stop Button CAMERA EN Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover E Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO El Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indica
111. t be performed e 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 F pg 42 Playback picture is blurred or e The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your interrupted nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred e This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward e The Counter Memory Function has been activated or rewind 17 pg 44 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot e The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed OTHER The picture is blurred in the Quick e This is normal while recording in the EP mode Some noise Review or Retake mode may be present while recording in the SP mode F pg 16 The date and time displays e If you remove the power source from the camcorder while disappear the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source The wrong date and time are e If you have not performed Date Time Setting pg 13 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 e The battery pack is running low e f the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees EJECT switch does not function ODN TROUBLESHOOTING cont When the System Select Switc
112. the sun Carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD monitor Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap LCD Monitor 1 To prevent damage to the LCD monitor DO NOT push it strongly or apply any shocks place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom 2 To prolong service life avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth 3 Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use These are not malfunc tions e While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up e If you leave power on for a long time the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot How To Handle A CD ROM e Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface opposite to the printed surface Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface If the CD ROM gets dirty gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center 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 e You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the h
113. tor will light and an image will appear Ol Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts e To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the Recording Start Stop Button once again For more details CF pgs 18 21 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack EE Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure gt pg 10 E Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK Power Switch Set to PLAY System Select Switch Set to D S C EM Set the System Select Switch to D S C FA Set the Power Switch to PLAY A still image stored in memory appears El Press Ww or T of the Page Button to select the still image you want to view For more details 5 pg 55 e The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees e The LCD monitor turns on off when it is opened closed at approx 45 degrees LENS COVER Open Close Switch Power Switch Set to CAMERA System Select Switch Set to D S C EN Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover EJ Set the
114. uality but you can override and make the adjustment manually ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it 00 exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 5 Select Dial MENU LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE MG AUTOS DATE TIME DEC 25 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen y EXPOSURE AUTO MANU No indication during recording To darken the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted NOTES Manual Exposure Screen e To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 3 e To re adjust exposure repeat
115. ustment However precise color adjustment is ee CLOUD not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same color HALOGEN ewhena predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment 1 pg 39 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed gt pg 22 SLOW AA ENDO REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording F pg 41 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer lt pg 40 and Time Lapse recording F pg 41 TALLY LAMP The tally lamp remains off at all times The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording TITLE LANG Allows you to select the language ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH or PORTUGUESE of Instant Titles I pg 32 COLOR BAR While the color 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 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 e When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder de
116. ve the frame to No 6 Perform the same procedure for still images that follow the 13th one e On the Delete Select Menu Screen a star mark is displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode Set the System Select Switch to D S C MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT MENU END Menu Screen y Ex SLIDE SHOW 1 MENU Jog Dial D S C PLAYBACK Advanced Features cont Slide Show You can run through all the still images stored in memory automatically This is like a regular slide show There are 2 types available Select either according to your needs ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to SLIDE SHOW 1 or SLIDE SHOW 2 then press it If you select SLIDE SHOW 1 all still images stored in memory are displayed in numerical order If you select SLIDE SHOW 2 the still image wipes in to push up the previous one from the bottom of the screen to the top e To end SLIDE SHOW press the MENU Jog Dial The still image which follows the still image displayed at the moment the MENU Jog Dial is pressed appears then the screen returns to the Menu Screen CLOSE MENU 3 Press the MENU Jog Dial D S C PLAYBACK Connection Set to D S C PC connection cables provided For Macintosh For Windows To Modem Port or Printer Port Y T
117. w If not do so before continuing e Power 5 pg 10 e Recording Mode Tape Length Setting 1 pg 16 e Grip Adjustment pg 14 LOAD A CASSETTE tae 7 First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked Shooting while watching the viewfinder ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover Set the System Select Switch to VIDEO then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it System Select Switch START SHOOT NG Elan Press the Recording Start Stop Butt lights while recording 3 Kl Sinop Edno is in progress 0 appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress Tape remaining time indicator MIN 120MIN 119MIN y 3MIN 2MIN Blinking 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking Start Stop Button Now calculating EN 1 9 STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45
118. ware then switch off the camcorder e Before transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder s built in memory perform the camcorder s Picture Mode Setting 7 pg 49 The still images will be transferred from the personal computer in the selected Picture Mode e 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 e The still images stored in the camcorder s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to the PC If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder s memory delete them pg 60 61 e Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation registered in the U S A and other countries e Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S A and other countries 64 EN 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 Type Pull out by inserting a pointed instrument into slot a Type Pull out while sliding the lock hole Type Pinch the release tab and pull out INSERT BATTERY Mak
119. when the tape is about to reach its end the following indicators appear 2MIN gt AMIN gt OMIN e For other notes refer to pg 19 me LLU en Z I Self recording BRIGHT Dial Journalistic shooting In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results OPEN LCD MONITOR 7 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open TILT LCD MONITOR Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction e The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle 270 90 downward 180 upward Interface shooting A person you shoot can view himself herself in the LCD monitor and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward e When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx 105 degrees the monitor image is inverted vertically and the viewfinder also switches on START RECORDING Point the lens toward the subject yourself when self recording and start recording e During Interface Shooting the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror NOTE During Interface Shooting indications other than the Date Time display and Title display do not appear in the viewfinder Brightness control You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by turning the BRIGHT Dial
120. with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equip ment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada BO en GENERAL Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Including viewfinder Speaker Power source Power consumption LCD monitor off viewfinder on LCD monitor on viewfinder off LCD monitor on viewfinder on Light Signal system SYSTEM Camcorder format Video recording system Luminance Color Cassette Tape speed SP EP Recording time max SP EP D S C format Recording format Recording medium Number of storable shots
121. y after about 5 minutes in Stop mode To turn on again set the Power Switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY e When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power e The playback picture can also be viewed in the viewfinder with the LCD monitor shut or on a connected TV t pg 46 Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section e You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted e LCD monitor viewfinder indications e The battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed for approx 5 seconds on the LCD monitor Tape counter when the LCD monitor is turned on and then it disappears However the battery pack remaining power indicator 7 blinks when the power is Tape running almost gone l iidicator e During Stop Fast Forward or Rewind mode none of gt Playback the indications are displayed in the viewfinder gt gt Fast Forward Forward Search 44 Rewind Reverse Search LCD monitor pp Still Playback viewfinder indications Battery pack remaining power indicator Recording mode indicator VIDEO PLAYBACK Features RS Speaker a C KOKT TK TT TTV MENU Jog Dial Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor To brighten the image turn the BRIGHT Dial toward To dar
122. y stored after the still image most recently stored in memory NOTES e When the Power Switch is set to PLAY and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power The playback picture can also be viewed in the viewfinder with the LCD monitor shut or on a connected TV t pg 46 Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section e When viewing a playback picture on a connected TV it may jitter slightly e You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted e LCD monitor viewfinder indications The battery pack remaining power indiator is displayed for approx 5 seconds on the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is turned on and then it disappears However the battery pack remaining power indicator blinks when the power is almost gone Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE gt MENU END Menu Screen 111 EXIT lt PROTECT gt osx 02 x al os x Setting Menu ex PROTECT TI y MENU INDEX SLIDE SHOW 1 SLIDE SHOW 2 PROTECT DELETE MENU END y Normal Screen D S C 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 detail
123. ystem Select Switch MENU ARES Wainy CIENTE 7 ea eee Kne ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INDEX then press it TET VIEW INDEX IMAGES Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the INDEX desired still image th it Th SLIDE SHOW 1 ge then press it The one you SLIDE SHOW 2 selected is displayed on the whole screen then the PROTECT ulavback DELETE screen enters normal playback e On the Index Menu Screen 6 still images are gt MENU END displayed at a time When viewing the still images that follow the 6th one rotate the MENU Jog Dial mM to move the frame from Index No 1 to No 6 and then rotate it further downward The frame is Menu Screen SEE placed on the 7th still image automatically Images ox I olx osx dt after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same NA way e If the desired still image cannot be found place the highlight bar on EXIT then press the MENU Jog Dial twice to exit the Menu Screen NOTES e When moving the frame from the 7th still image back di to the 6th rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on EXIT then rotate it further upward The frame is moved to the 6th still image Perform the same procedure for the 13th image e 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 M

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