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JVC GR-AXM368EG Camcorder User Manual

1. HALOGEN Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB oieee 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 colour temperature for the subject s light source so you can shoot with natural colours that are unaffected by surroundings even when there are multiple subjects with different colour temperatures PREPARE WHITE OBJECT 7 Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper SELECT MWB 2 Follow step 1 through 3 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 32 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Select Dial z Iil Recording Start Stop Jog Dial Button MENU LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU ASEND FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED S FAST e gt NEXT Cos Menu Screen CHARACTER JLIP ID NO 1b 0 0 8 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 no
2. 2 Store cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets ss vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the wo supply while the power is on eave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C tempera tures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater 4 6 EN CAUTIONS cont 4 To
3. NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press 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 ppp 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 3 4 en PLAYBACK Basic Playback LOAD A CASSETTE First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees Pres
4. Press W of the Power Zoom Button m Zooming speed is available A total of 4 zoom speeds are available 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed press the button fully for regular speed press it lightly for slow speed while 2 speed levels FAST SLOW can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu 1 Set the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to ZOOM SPEED then press it The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired speed and press it twice The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus C pg 29 then zoom in or out in Record mode Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed ZOOM SPEED Pressing the Power Zoom Button fully lightly FAST 1 estes SLOW Howes C when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK en 1 FEATURE Quick Review PURPOSE To check the end of the last recording OPERATION 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode m Tape is rewound f
5. Zen Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety informa tion 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 lt gt pg 3 e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you refer to the Index CF pg 42 43 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions F pg 45 46 They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTIONS m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel m When you are not using the AC Power Adapter Battery charger for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom VHS PAL HAL Warning
6. CF pg 30 DATE TIME CF pg 7 CHARACTER CF pg 24 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 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 2 6 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations el es a R See MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually cF pg 30 Allows you to set the current date and time lt pg 7 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length d
7. NOTES Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor 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 Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder can t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 7 Separate the Velcro strip INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Button Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration to the left SELECT MODE 2 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTRE Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA SSS LLU en l 1 Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through th
8. The battery pack is running low If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees EJECT switch does not function Some functions are not available The Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK Vertical white lines appear when This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the shooting a very bright object background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder Bright crystal shaped spots appear Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of in the LCD monitor and the the camcorder viewfinder The rear of the LCD monitor is hot 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 Coloured bright spots appear all The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology over the LCD monitor However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 The indicators and the picture This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD colour on the LCD monitor are not monitor is pressed clear The LCD monitor the viewfinder Wipe them gently with soft cloth Gently wipe the LCD and the lens have become dirty ex monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the fingerprints stain and it won t come
9. as specified in its instructions Connection To A TV With NO A V Input Connectors Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional RF V5E RF unit Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection procedure TAPE DUBBING When connecting the cables open the jack cover Power Switch To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables provided To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors VCR Recording deck 3 Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes NS Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration to the left connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE 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 40 en TROUBLESHOOTING POWER No power is supplied The battery pack has not been attached correctly F pg 4 The battery pack is not charged F pg 4 The power supply has not been c
10. monitor use These are not malfunctions 4 REMOVE EYEPIECE e While using the camcorder the surface around the Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor It out may heat up CLEAN VIEWFINDER e f you leave power on for a long time the surface Remove dust using a blower brush around the LCD monitor becomes hot 6 RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise About moisture condensation NOTES You may have observed that pouring a cold Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to benzine or alcohol form on the glass outer surface This same Cleaning should be done only after the battery phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a pack has been removed or other power units have camcorder when it is moved from a cool been disconnected place to a warm place after heating a cold Mould may form if the lens is left dirty room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption LCD monitor off viewfinde
11. Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disppears and 4 amp reappears to indicate the focus is locked Manual Focus Screen NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 3 To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 1 Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer a or amp will blink No indication Focus Menu Screen during 4 recording 3 O EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it 00 exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten
12. RF unit RF V5E optional NOTES t is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture PLAYBACK Basic Connections There are three basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR A Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the provided Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 7 As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR SUPPLY POWER 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Connection To A TV With A V Input Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the provided Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode
13. always engages the Auto Date Record mode and disables all other modes 2 O EN i RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later the mode is activated Programme AE With Special Effects After 1 sec All you have to do to access any of the variety of ee 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 Only one effect can be engaged at a time The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader C pg 22 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations n the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights LCD monitor or viewfinder Select Dial Dial LCD monitor symbol Viewfinder indication LOCK izro Relea Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode
14. gt pg 24 Date display Auto Date Record mode Time display AUTO DATE Auto date record mode Auto date record executed Date Time display 25 12 98 22 50 00 FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION en 19 Date Time Character Insert To display the date and time in the viewfinder or on a connected colour monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK 2 Choose a display mode by pressing DATE TIME repeatedly while in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration to the left m You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure CF pg 7 If you haven t do so first DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded If you don t want to record the display select the Date off mode before shooting f you want to delete the display during shooting press DATE TIME To recall the display engage the Record Standby mode and press DATE TIME repeatedly until the desired display appears AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing DATE TIME In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK
15. indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING p lights while recording is in progress 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button e a appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress Tape remaining time indicator MIN 60MIN 59MIN v 3MIN 2MIN Blinking 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking Start Stop Button Now calculating EN l 3 STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force The tape remaining time is only displayed in the viewfinder as shown The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is approximate The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected pg 8 TAPE END appears when th
16. 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 The tape remaining time F pg 13 is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected Once you have set the tape length it remains un changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE 7 First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Press SP LP Button for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while LP Long Play is more economical providing 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 Turn to take up slack en D 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
17. the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 5 Select Dial MENU LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTOS DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO 740o BS gt NEXT Menu Screen No indication y during recording EXPOSURE ANU Le MANU To darken the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE No indication Exposure Menu Screen during recording Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen 4 reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END PORE CLOSE MENU control level Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen counter disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted NOTES Manual Exposure Screen Jo return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 3 p Jo re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from step 1 To brighten the image To darken the image SS Ll nol LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOC AUTO RE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH yay P M W B AUTOS ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen M W B AUTO FINE Xe CLOUD HALOGEN MWB M W B Menu Screen Select Dial MENU Jog
18. 35 VOLUME Dial cccceeceteeseeteeteeneeeees CF pg 35 Connectors The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector EN 453 21 DOCIN Jack scusi CF pg 5 e t is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal VIDEO OUT Connector s ssssssseeese CF pg RF DC OUT Connector cccceteeeees CF pg AUDIO OUT Connector ccceeeeee CF pg Indicators Power INdiCatOr cccceeseeseeseeseeseeseeseees CF pg Tally Lamp a CF pg Other Parts HJ Microphone E Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting 38 38 38 12 12 K Clock Battery Compartment 0 CF pg 6 Ell Battery Pack Mount cesecseeseeseeeees CF pg 4 Ed Shoulder Strap Eyelets 0 0 IF pg 11 EM Electronic Viewfinder ccccccecceeees CF pg 10 BLU Grip Strap eerren inai CF pg 10 35 T S IF pg 35 ER LCD monitor c cee ccceecteeeeeees CF pg 14 34 Tripod Mounting Socket cceceeeees CF pg 44 en Di 30MIN gt S LX 8 g REC SP gt gt gt 2 TWILIGHT 2 10 5MIN _ D E 23 4S TAPE END O OO OF LENS COVER MWB D PAU E J INDEX con
19. AGE WIDE MODE 7 Press WIDE e To restore normal screen press WIDE again NOTE for Fader Wide Super LoLux and Instant Titles When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK the above functions will be set to the Factory settings Fade standby OFF Wide mode off Super LoLux MAX Instant Title off Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK the above functions return to the settings you selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK However if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK LCD monitor or viewfinder gt S LX Bi _ OFF TITLE SUPER LOLUX LCD monitor or viewfinder Title display P eS E E E E ae E E ae ee eae HAPPY BIRTHDAY lt _ No display HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR FAMILY MOVIE STAR PARTY TIME MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS y The characters you have set using Character Generator I pg 24 EN 23 Super LoLux Gain Up Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown to the left Once the desired mode appears it is engaged e The mode s name is displayed for approx 2 seconds then disappears MAX To record a subject in a dark
20. Dial s NOTES To switch to automatic white balance adjustment set the M W B in the Menu Screen to AUTO or turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned off and on again or when the Select Dial s position has been changed When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 1 of MWB this unit makes its colour temperature standard for automatic white balance So you can enjoy shooting with different colours For example when adjusting with red blue or yellow colours the image becomes the colour which approximates to green orange or purple respectively Manual White Balance Adjustment M W B The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN 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 sessed Automatic adjustment FINE o n Outdoors on sunny day e CLOUD Outdoors on cloudy day
21. IME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen 1 gt BACK siy REC TIME JOFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON CHARACTER JLIP ID_NO 07 DEMO MODE gt MENU END Menu Screen 2 4 REC TIME Setting Menu ex REC TIME T 4 gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE MENU END Normal Screen EN 2O Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed When the highlight bar reaches the top of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed e f the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER See respective pages FOCUS CF pg 28 29 EXPOSURE
22. T gt NEXT en 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 procedure until you re satisfied with the Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking START CLOCK OPERATION When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Jog Di
23. TER then press it INPUT CHARACTERS 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired character blink then press it The selected character appears at the bottom of the screen Repeat for additional characters max 18 e To select the location of the next character rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make lt BACK or NEXT gt at the bottom of the screen blink then press it repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Rotate the MENU Jog Dial when you are done and the blinking cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING 4 Rotate the MENU jog dial to make EXIT blink then press it The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 5 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES To erase a character you entered mistakenly make CLEAR blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial then press it All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the blinking cursor to the characters at the bottom row which you want to replace then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight in the top left corner and then press it To display the characters you have set Date Time Character Insert F7 pg 19 or Instant Titles pg 23 Characters may be set only in the Record Standby mode Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE T
24. al 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 viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Character Insert C pg 19 Sen LCD monitor or Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE _LENGTH T1605 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen TAPE LENGTH TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO AUTO 25 12 98 EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W AU W B TO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT SP LP Recording Mode Button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial i Tape length indicator Recording mode indicator i GETTING STARTED cont Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used 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 TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears SET TAPE LENGTH Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the correct setting T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes in SP elf you decide you want to return the
25. amcorders PLAYBACK Features cont FEATURE Still Playback PURPOSE To pause during playback OPERATION f 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 FEATURE Shuttle Search PURPOSE To allow high speed search in either direction OPERATION 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 FEATURE Counter Memory Function PURPOSE To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment OPERATION 1 Press COUNTER R M and hold for more than 1 second The counter resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press STOP then REW The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so the M disappears PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter EN 3 7 Compartment door Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered an
26. d automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it and install one R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration to the left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically This may take around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left push up and remove the cassette NOTES During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape When connecting the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables provided mm m ee To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors l Antenna To AUDIO VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors
27. e 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 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 f the Recording Start Stop Button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately f you re recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function pg 17 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed While shooting sound is not heard from the speaker 14en RECORDING Basic Recording cont Shooting while watching the LCD monitor Before the following steps perform step 1 C pg 12 ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover 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 t
28. e top of the eyelet C then fold it back and thread it through the keeper and then through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 4 making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left Q then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2 Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 1 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 RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power pg 4 Jape Length Setting pg 8 Recording Mode Setting pg 8 Grip Adjustment F pg 10 indicator 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 then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power
29. eeees CF pg 12 1 eRecord Standby Mode Indicator CF pg 12 e Lens Cover Warning LENS COVER sacsassc corievestigssseonecetoins CF pg 13 2 Interval Timer Recording Time 5Sec Rec Mode Indicator CF pg 18 32 3 Instant Title Display csscesceeee CF pg 23 Date Time Character Display CF pg 19 5 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level cme e gt gt When the power is almost gone the indicator blinks battery power warning t then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares a does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged Focus Nl Cat OF assioni CF pg 29 D Exposure Control Level Counter CF pg 30 White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 31 Clock Battery Warning Blinks for approx 10 seconds when the power is turned on This display also blinks when the clock lithium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one CF pg 6 e Tape End Display TAPE END IF pg 13 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning When this indication appears all functions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off without removin
30. en 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 Self recording pe e During Interface Shooting the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror NOTE During Interface Shooting indications other than the Date Time display and Title display do not appear in the viewfinder Brightness control You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by turning the BRIGHT Dial ADJUST BRIGHTNESS 7 If you want to brighten the image Turn the Dial towards If you want to darken the image BRIGHT Dial Turn the Dial towards FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Zoom out Zoom indicator bar Power Zoom button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED CFAST gt NEXT BES Menu Screen 7400 RS et 1B in the Menu ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu Screen Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Zoom In Press the T of the Power Zoom Button Zoom Out
31. ens LCD Monitor Viewfinder Indications 44 CAUTIONS 45 SPECIFICATIONS 47 AN GETTING STARTED Marks Power To AC outlet This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you A choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER CHG charg indicator REFRESH indicator Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings 2 e The CHG indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHG indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow To discharge the battery attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the above illustration Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the BATT RELEASE Approximate recordin
32. epending on the tape used pg 8 AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses a the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment However precise colour adjustment ee CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour e When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment pg 31 Allows you to set the zooming speed F pg 16 SSL en 2 REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording F pg 33 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer I pg 32 and Time Lapse recording lt pg 33 TALLY LAMP ON o The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording OFF The tally lamp remains off at all times CHARACTER Allows you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters F pg 24 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 the Fader Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows rec
33. g 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 t are not displayed en General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery CPU Or CP 7U noseia R6 AA size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused battery can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose the 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 Terminals 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging charge in an en
34. g time unit min battery pack in until it locks in place LCD LCD LCD BATT monitor on monitor off monitor on PACK iewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on o n 0 5 DETACH BATTERY PACK Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack ATTENTION Before detaching the power source snuva 60 make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction EN D a CHARGE MARKER A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged Charge marker NOTES The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings While the AC Power Adapter Charger s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH swi
35. he word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING Tilt the LCD monitor upward downward for best viewability gt pg 15 and press the Recording Start Stop button Power ee indicator a appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress STOP RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording Switch Start Stop Button e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens we recommend that you use the viewfinder F pg 12 The tape remaining time is not displayed on the LCD monitor However when the tape is about to reach its end the following indicators appear 2MIN gt 1MIN gt OMIN For other notes refer to pg 13 lights while recording is in progress SSS LLU ew lo 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 Op
36. ing 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 H Still Playback Tape running indicator LCD monitor viewfinder indications EN 35 Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor To brighten the image turn the BRIGHT Dial towards To darken the image turn the Dial towards PLAYBACK Features Speaker Speaker volume control You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the VOLUME Dial ADJUST VOLUME 7 If you want to turn up the volume Turn the Dial towards If you want to turn down the volume Turn the Dial towards NOTE When the LCD monitor is turned off sound is not heard from the speaker g En v MENU Jog Dial 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 1 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear e To return to Auto Tracking press the MENU Jog Dial AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears NOTES When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or c
37. lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left SELECT PRESET TITLE 7 Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed 24 ex Select Dial MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOC Menu Screen AURO AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 B AU M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEEDISFAST gt NEXT Bas gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO 1b om 0 2 gt MENU END POL PLLC lt BACK NEXT gt EXITCLEAR IOL I KEOYOULVE CCOO lt BACK NEXT gt EXIT CLEAR RECORDING Advanced Features cont Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS CHARACTER MENU 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CHARAC
38. on lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace the battery with Maxell Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Sony CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the BN V12U V22U V25U battery packs and to recharge them the provided multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 m Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked VHS C can be used with this unit m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment LCD Colour Monitor F pg 14 Program Manager II pg 18 33 Programme AE with Special Effects gt pg 20 21 e Auto Mode Lock eAuto Mode Release e Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect eSepia eTwilight Sports 1 1000 sec High Speed Shutter e 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutte
39. onstant current peak detection timer controlled 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Approx 300 g CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U Dimensions Weight Accessory Provided Accessories Optional Accessories 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Approx 240 g AA R6 size battery x 1 e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e RF Unit RF V5E e Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 60 45 30 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some acccessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice
40. or about 2 RETAKE R F seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal FEATURE Retake PURPOSE To re record certain segments OPERATION 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press Recording Start Stop Button to start recording Noise may appear during Retake This is normal LCD monitor or viewfinder 5Sec Rec mode indicator FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programmes 1 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC ta 5S appears and 5Sec Rec is reserved 2 Press Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically m To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that tam 5S disappears The Fader pg 22 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC DATE TIME Date display j Time display j Date Time display j Auto Date Date off mode Record mode No display i 4 __ _ _ _ gt The characters you have set using Character Generator
41. ording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK j RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus SA detection zone The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark 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 amp appears NOTES Ifthe lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty When condensation occurs wipe with a soft cl
42. orrectly connected F pg 5 The power suddenly goes off and The battery pack has completely discharged doesn t come back on by itself Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few minutes try turning the power back on If it still doesn t come on consult your nearest JVC dealer RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape Recording does not start The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA CF pg 12 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode playback picture If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel Playback picture is blurred or The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your interrupted nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward The Counter Memory Function has been activated or rewind CF pg 36 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed en 4 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S OTHER The tape won t eject
43. oth or wait for it to dry naturally When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 16 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 26 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically EN 29 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments 7 pg 10 If you haven t do so before continuing m ACCESS MENU SCREEN J Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Select Dial MENU Screen appears and the highlight bar is placed on Jog Dial FOCUS ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU MENU END FOCUS AUTOS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT 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 Menu Screen No indication y during recording To nearer subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward appears and blinks Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS Press the MENU Jog
44. out easily The picture is blurred in the Quick This is normal while recording in the LP mode Some noise Review or Retake mode may be present while recording in the SP mode lt gt pg 8 An error number i e E03 appears Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears consult your nearest JVC dealer The image is out of focus The dioptre needs to be adjusted cF pg 10 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 28 The date and time displays 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 If you have not performed Date Time Setting F7 pg 7 the displayed recorded date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out Even though the Lens Cover is open The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the the Lens Cover Warning indicator camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position blinks of the Lens Cover The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Po
45. peed Shutter 1 2000 sec 1 2000 2 SUES High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter 1 1000s 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode Mode Fade out LCD monitor or viewfinder gt aided After 2 sec EXFADER Recording Start Stop Button LCD monitor or viewfinder Wide mode RECORDING Advanced Features cont Fader This feature allows smooth fade in and fade out to black blank screen Fade in works at recording start and fade out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode ENGAGE FADE STANDBY MODE 7 Press EFFECT to engage the Fade Standby mode e Bk FADER is displayed for approx 2 seconds Then FADER disappears and only Bkl remains START OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in or fade out TO CANCEL FADE STANDBY MODE 3 While IBkl is displayed press EFFECT e OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade standby mode is canceled NOTES Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is used with Sepia pg 21 With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 21 engaged the image fades in out to a white screen Wide This feature allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect ENG
46. protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet For Your Maintenance E drop the unit or strike it against hard objects 1 After Use subject it to shock or excessive vibration Set the power switch to POWER OFF to during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun turn off the camcorder 2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette 8 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing Carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD PUSH l monitor Be sure to hold the main unit with 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor both hands or use the grip Slide BATT RELEASE to remove the battery swing it excessively when using the shoulder pack strap 6 Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover LCD monitor 2 Cleaning The Camcorder C ue 1 CLEAN EXTERIOR 1 To prevent damage to the LCD monitor DO Wipe gently with a soft cloth NOT CLEAN LCD MONITOR push it strongly or apply any shocks place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor 2 To prolong service life 3 CLEAN LENS avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently 3 Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD with lens cleaning paper
47. r m 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording F pg 18 m 22x Optical Hyper Zoom c pg 16 The Logical Choice The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR With Cassette Adapter PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EG e Shoulder Strap e Lithium Battery CR2025 x 1 clock operation e Battery Pack BN V12U e AUDIO VIDEO A V Cable e DC Cord Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal 6 Date Time Setting ccccceeeeees 7 Tape Length Setting ccceeeeeee 8 Recording Mode Setting 206 Loading Unloading A Cassette Grip Adjustment cccceeeeees Viewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap Attachment Tripod Mounting 22ccccceee RECORDING Basic Recording cccsseeeceeeeees Basic Features ccececeececececess Advanced Features 0cc0ecceeeees PLAYBACK Basic Playback c ssseecceeeees Features cccceccsceecsccsceeeeeees Using The Cassette Adapter Basic Connections ceeceeceees TAPE DUBBING TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX Controls canitinscancteasatcunsirannctornsascatene Connectors cccececcececeececeececeeee NQUCQIONS sisicissedsnusavosheasaessatuadontousa Other Parts anscecrcsiseccnccoserssteatsecnss
48. r on LCD monitor on viewfinder off LCD monitor on viewfinder on Signal system Video recording system Luminance Colour Cassette Tape speed SP LP Recording time max SP LP Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Including viewfinder CAMERA Pick up Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment LCD MONITOR Size LCD system VHS PAL standard DC 6V 5 9 W 6 1 W 6 8 W PAL type FM recording Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard VHS TH cassette 23 39 mm sec 11 70 mm sec 60 minutes 120 minutes with EC 60 cassette 0 C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C Approx 980 g 116 W x 117 H x 242 D mm 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 3 diagonally measured LCD TFT active matrix system VIDEO Output AUDIO Output en 47 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO OUT connector 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO OUT connector AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V15EG Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge VTR Charging system Dimensions Weight AC 110 V to 240 Vu 50 60 Hz 23 W DC 8 5 V 73 1 3 A DC 6 3 V 73 1 8 A C
49. rge the battery pack When using the optional Car Battery Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab REMOVE BATTERY when replacing Insert a pointed non metallic object between the battery and the compartment and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensure that the plus side is up and insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries Select Dial MENU Jog Dial J LCD monitor or viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen DATE TIME 719981 DATE TIME Setting Menu 24 hour indication DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAS
50. rmal 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 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial START DELAYED RECORDING 5 Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins automatically To Cancel Self Timer Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF 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 i
51. s 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 Then set the Power Switch to PLAY The power indicator REW Power Switch lights PLAY PAUSE PLAY BACK 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears FF q STOP PLAYBACK ss 4 Press STOP STOP n 6 Rewind or Fast forward the tape Press REW to rewind or FF to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTES The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode To turn on again set the Power Switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY 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 38 Camcorder operation is the same as described in this section You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted CD monitor viewfinder indications e The indication marked with 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 e Dur
52. s set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures 5 Set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF NOTES For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode Fade in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse are cancelled 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 EN BS 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
53. t A bo NORM 011 MERRY CHRISTMAS 1 PAMA 22 50 00 LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications Cassette Warning Tape Remaining TIME sssussisisymisi F pg 13 When no cassette is inserted the cassette O3 warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette Hf 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 J mark is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab s position 2 Recording Mode SP LP Indicator CF pg 13 3 Multi Function Control Indication pg 22 Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi Function Control is pressed The indication disappears within approx 2 seconds O Programme AE Indicator 006 CF pg 20 Displayed at for approx 1 second when the Select Dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indicator remains at 4 W Fade Standby Indicator 00 IF pg 22 Displayed at for approx 2 seconds when the Fader is engaged by pressing the EFFECT button Then only the indicator remains at G Super LoLux Indicator c ccsccccceee re pg 23 6 Tape Length Indicator cccceceeeeee CF pg 8 D Zoom Indicator Baf sessir CF pg 16 Recording Indicator ccccccceseesees
54. tch During that time the AC Power Adapter Charger does not charge the battery When disharging is complete detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter Charger to store it High temperatures can damage the battery pack so use only where good ventilation is available Don t allow it to discharge in container such as a bag If you stop recharging or discharging part way through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack The CHG indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that s been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHG indicator should blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer DC OUT terminal To DC IN jack Adapter Charger AA V15EG DC cord L ar Battery Charger Adapter BH V3E optional To car s cigarette lighter socket USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTES When using the car battery leave the engine idling The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can also be used to cha
55. the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial Mode si 4S S Ore 5158 S 5 Auto Mode Release Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock Electronic Fog Filter FG FG FOG Electronic Fog Filter Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the image and gives it a fantasy look ND ND ND EFFECT ND Effect A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject d d SEPIA N ae D The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide F pg 22 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie L w2 Dial LCD monitor symbol Viewfinder indication Don e Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode F pg 31 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing CF pg 29 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action 1 1000 sec 1 1000 Ei SO High S
56. vironment where tempera tures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer tempera tures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications CTV MVE eccccec scrote cetteaticecetaretecs 10 C to 35 C CODE MOD csiis rriar 0 C to 40 C O eee ea ee Pe eee 10 C to 30 C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use make sure the cassette bears the VHS C mark be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all This slackens the tape and can result in damage do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust
57. wer Adapter Battery Charger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning 42 en Controls Q Power Zoom Button cccccceseeseeeeeee CF pg 2 Multi Function Control EFFECT BURNOM cirstcsiwsseosmesiecvassersavsnes C pg e WIDE BURON nisincncinisnniainian CF pg TELE BURON csaa CF pg SUPER LOLUN PUNON sirarsa C pg 8 Select Dial ccccccccccccseesecseseeseeteeseees IF pg 4 Recording Mode SP LP Button CF pg G DATE TIME Button ssisiisiirsisssesesriaiisss CF pg COUNTER R M BUON kissrscssisissse CF pg 6 5SEC REC 5 sec recording Button LF pg 18 ORW BUTON ccsaxeseeticscndiedescstceeandtedinx CF pg 34 RETAKE R Quick Review Button CF pg 17 PLAY PAUSE Button cesssssssaesorsesieaiacnes CF pg 34 OTF BUOD see N CF pg 34 RETAKE F BUTO sssescsstestedissssosunceseasts CF pg 17 STOP BUON ss ciessgtrecsteccocsaceesncsersctocss CF pg 34 UD EJECT SWItC liesccststencpscnscssnacnntsasrantennss CF pg 9 12 PUSH Button ssresisisississiiisesriisris isasi CF pg 9 3 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch CF pg 4 Dioptre Adjustment 0 F pg 10 8 Function Navigator Dial MENU Jog Dial acitesnisiseretdemaniaaciesss CF pg 7 Recording Start Stop Button CF pg 12 D Power Switch ccceseecesessceseseesees CF pg 12 34 LENS COVER Switch ccceseeeseeee I gt pg 12 BRIGHT Dial sctencesesssccvodiastanesedsesecncodes CF pg

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