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JVC GR-AX937 Digital Camera User Manual

1. MM COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER VIDEOCAMARA VHS COMPACTO CAMERA VHS COMPACTA GR A X937 Compact VHS VHS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES INSTRUC ES 2 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder Using This Instruction Manual All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents F pg 7 Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that ern refer to the Index pgs 47 50 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use es read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions F pgs 51 52 They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Warning on lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace battery with Panasonic Matsushita Electric Sanyo or Maxell CR2025 use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
2. USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations PLAY STOP PAUSE FF and REW of your VCR This remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible RM V705U provided BUTTONS RM V700U optional 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 Making sure the plus side is up insert the lithium battery CR2025 into the battery holder REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit and push the holder until it clicks into place Read the caution concerning lithium batteries 05 pg 2 FUNCTIONS With the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA With the camcorder s power switch set to PLAY Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal ZOOM T W Buttons Zoom invariable speed I gt 15 PLAY Button Playback start I gt pg 34 STOP Button Stop I pg 34 REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review pg 15 Rew Rew Shuttle Search I pg 34 Q INSERT Button Insert Editing F pg 42 START STOP Button Functions same as the Recording Start Stop button on t
3. A another code from the VCR CODE LIST Some brands of VCR don t come on automatically In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 e If the RM V700U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR PHILIPS gt ow 0099000000009000 009 00 0009 PANASONIC HITACHI JVC A B Cc MAGNAVOX MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT 1 A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal MITSUBISHI NEC B JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector C NON JVC VCR WITH NEITHER Connect the editing cable to the RM V700U s Pause In jack PHILIPS TOSHIBA ojoo 0000 66 00 coooo cocco 00 000000000000 O00000 0600 60 00 ZENITH All other connections are as shown in the illustration on page 38 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 388 REW FF PREPARE CAMCORDER STOP CANCEL Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to PLAY PREPARE VCR Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to VCR s instructions SELECT SCENES ACCESS R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY Press PLAY PAUSE then press R A EDIT and the counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of
4. Fade Wipe in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated ACCESS MENU SCREEN SET RECORDING TIME automatically after the selected period of time EN 3 1 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 PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Press or to move the highlight bar down to Interval Timer then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 15s 305 1min 5min or select to turn the function OFF SET RECORDING TIME Press or to move the highlight bar down to Rec Time then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 1 45 1 25 1s 5s or select to turn the function OFF Then press MENU to close Menu screen START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop button Recording and intervals alternate aut
5. To ensure correct operation leave at least 15 seconds open between scenes e Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points e 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 Pressing R A EDIT clears all in and out points from memory Leave a small margin for error around each in point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety 59 ORIGINAL TAPE camcorder AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR 1 3 2 ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE IN OUT OUT 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 EDIT on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order END AUTOMATIC EDITING When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode Press STOP on both units When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable NOTES f you performed step 1 C on page 37 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 405
6. an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ACCESS MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press or to place the highlight bar on the desired function MAKE SETTING The setting procedure depends on the function you select Gain Up Tele Macro Interval Timer Rec Time JLIP ID NO Tally Set Character Date Time END MENU KEY If you select Gain Up Tele Macro Interval Timer Rec Time JLIP ID NO or Tally press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices until the desired setting appears If you select Set Character or Date Time press NEAR to access the selection menu for each function Set Character gt pg 25 Date Time 05 pg 11 CLOSE MENU 5 Press MENU The normal screen reappears zmmm Gain Up Tele Macro Interval Timer i Rec Time JLIP ID NO e NOTE Set Character The menu is available only in the Record Standby mode Date Time END MENU KEY If Gain Up or Tele Macro in the Menu has been changed from the factory settings this mark appears in the viewfinder MM 8 29 MENU Gain Up To record subject a dark lit environment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse Automatically selec
7. e During digital image processing the quality of the image may suffer OPERATION NOTES Zoom indicator bar Zoom Level indicator FEATURE PURPOSE Quick Review To check the end of the last recording 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode 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 OPERATION 0 Power Zoom Lever NOTE e e RETAKE R F s e e e 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 to start recording NOTE Noise may appear during Retake This is normal RECORDING Basic Features cont FEATURE Quick Rec PURPOSE To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programs OPERATION 1 During Record Standby press and release QUICK REC Recording starts and after 5 second record ing is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically To continue shooting longer than 5 seconds press and hold QUICK REC Recording continues as long as QUICK REC is kept pre
8. in SP NOTE The tape remaining time pg 14 displayed the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE 1 Press SP EP button SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while EP Extended Play is more economical recording at 1 3 the speed of SP NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE 2 Make sure the label is facing outward CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached Make sure that the tape is not slack when 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 e 19 Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 1 Separate the Velcro strip INSERT HAND Pass y
9. is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet The power indicator lights ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place The CHG indicator lights DETACH BATTERY PACK When charging is completed the END indicator lights Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow BATT PACK BN V11U BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U CHARGE approx 1 hr 10 min DISCHARGE approx 3 hrs 30 min approx 1 hr 10 min approx hrs 30 min approx 2 hrs 10 min approx approx 2 hrs 40 min approx 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 BATT PACK BN V11U APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME 1 hr 35 min 1 hr 35 min 2 hrs 10 min Thr 20 min 2 hrs 50 min Thr 50 min BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U when the video light i
10. replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge NOTE It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications Charging 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C SIOTage cce eI eer 10 C to 30 C NOTES e Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 e The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes 52m Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use make sure the cassette bears the VHS C mark be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all This slackens the tape and can result in damage do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the u
11. 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 DISPLAY SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until gt Title appears SELECT PRESET TITLE Engage the Record Standby mode then press SET to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed NOTES To delete the Instant Title during recording press SELECT repeatedly until gt Title appears then press SET To recall a title press SET again MM 8 amp 8 25 MENU Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU Press or to move the highlight bar to Set Character then press NEAR The Character Set menu appears INPUT CHARACTERS Press FAR or NEAR to make the desired character blink then press MENU The selected characters appear at the bottom of the screen Repeat as many times as desired max 18 PROGRAM AE select dial Gain Up Tele Macro Interval Timer Rec Time JLIP ID NO Tall Set Character Date Time END MENU KEY To select the location of the next character press FAR or NEAR to make the row of squares blink at the bo
12. appears changing in the following order 15s 30s 1min 5min and No indication off 2 Release Instead of setting Interval Timer 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 31 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4s 1 25 1s 5s and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 31 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 31 Time Lapse press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15s 30s 1min 5min and No indication off Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 45 1 25 1s 5s and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 31 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear Also refer to pgs 30 and 31 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 in the viewfinder during marking If VISS is
13. 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 LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 10 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Z en USE 1 Accessories To avoid personal injury 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 Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product 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 swim ming pool and the like POR
14. fire This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording is 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 WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit e The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 CAUTIONS m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel 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 IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions 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 observ
15. ips 40 minutes 120 minutes with TC 40 cassette 0 to 40 C 32 F to 104 F 3596 to 80 20 to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Approx 815 1 8 165 112 W x 112 H x 211 D mm 4 7 16 x 4 7 16 x 8 5 16 CAMERA Pick up 1 4 format CCD Lens F1 6 f 3 8 to 68 4 mm 18 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder White balance with 0 55 color LCD adjustment Auto Manual adjustment VIDEO Output 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO out connector AUDIO Output 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO out connector External microphone input 68 dBs high impedance unbalanced with 93 5 mm MONO AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V11EG Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DC 8 5 V 1 3 A VTR DC 6 3 V z 1 8A Constant current peak detection timer controlled Charging system Dimensions 150 W x 42 H x 68 D mm 5 15 16 x 1 11 16 x 2 11 16 Weight Approx 350 0 78 Ibs CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U Dimensions 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm 7 7 16 x 1 x 4 1 8 Weight Approx 240 0 53 Ibs Accessory AA R6 size battery x 1 Provided Accessories C pg 6 Optional Accessories Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U Car Battery Charger BH V3U Batte
16. the connected TV REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE To AUDIO d VIDEO To J terminal Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene out connectors QLIP you want then press IN OUT to register that point The data appears under IN on the display Editing cable DE A ICTED ERIM OLE Audio and optional 3 50 REGISTER END OF SCENE Video cable mini plug cable Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and optional 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 a ToAUDIO B ToRemote REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES and VIDEO IN PAUSE Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene connectors i i as many as 8 MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered point VCR Recording deck RM V700U optional NOTES IN OUT The RM V700U can be used to operate other camcorder functions as well Point the RM V700U at the camcorder s CANCEL remote sensor and press any of the following buttons VCR REC STBY function appears in parentheses ON OFF ON OFF camcorder R A EDIT IN OUT camcorder IN OUT CANCEL camcorder CANCEL There must be at least one second between an in point and its corresponding out point
17. BY MODE Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to open the lens cover then set the power switch to CAMERA 2min Blinking 1min Blinking Omin Blinking The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby Mode The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING Press the Start Stop button LENS COVER switch e The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress and Ed appears in the viewfinder STOP RECORDING Press the Start Stop button again to stop recording The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force e The tape s remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder as shown e The indicated remaining time is approximate e The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used e The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected pg 12 e END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded e f the Record Sta
18. ECORDING START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode END INSERT EDITING 7 Press STOP NOTES After step 5 Retake pg 15 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 Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode n43 Audio dubbing indicator Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape PN normal audio only M 0 05 20 Viewfinder Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure pg 42 before continuing The sound comes from the built in mike or an external mike if connected FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub new audio press PLAY to view the recorded tape then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE Press and hold A DUB and without releasing A press and release PAUSE BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub Standby mode END AUDIO DUBBING 4 Press STOP To MIC capped NOTES Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate e If the mike is too c
19. MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT DISPLAY 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until gt Disp appears PROGRAM AE select dial CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE Press SET while in Record Standby to cycle through Date display Time display Date Time display the modes as shown in the illustration left Date off mode 4 Auto Date Record No indication mode i NOTES The characters you have set using Character e The selected display can be recorded Generator e f you don t want to record the display select Date off mode before shooting If you want to delete the display during shooting Date display Auto Date Record mode engage the Recorde Standby mode press SELECT repeatedly until Disp appears then press SET and select the Date off mode AUTO DATE RECORD DEC 25 97 Auto Date Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following Auto date record mode situations Eine GS pIRy After changing the date After loading a cassette After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing SET In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with PM10 50 00 Auto date record Auto Date executed NOTES Date Time display Characters Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mode and disables all other modes e In the Auto Date Record m
20. TABLE CART WARNING Symbol provided by RETAC 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 hazards 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 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 ra
21. TING STOP Set to PLAY El Set the power switch to PLAY H Press REW The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape E Press PLAY PAUSE Playback starts and the playback picture appears in the viewfinder e To stop playback press STOP For more details gt pg 34 m Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak gt pg 32 LENS COVER open close knob Set to CAMERA H Recording Start Stop button El Slide the LENS COVER open close knob to open the lens cover Set the power switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear in the viewfinder Press the Recording Start Stop button Recording starts To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the Recording Start Stop button once again For more details gt pg 14 Oc REMEMBER The Logical Choice E Compact VHS VASIH The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR with VHS Playpak Program AE with Special Effects gt pg 18 m Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release m Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect m Sepia m Twilight m Sports m 1 1000 sec High Speed Shutter m 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter Picture Stabilizer gt pg 22 992 oy if PROVIDED ACCESSORIES AC Power Adapter Charger AA V11EG DC Cord
22. VHS e Cassette Adapter VHS PlayPak C P7U e Lithium Battery CR2025 x 2 MAJOR FEATURES Integrated Auto Light F pg 17 Program Manager lt pg 18 31 Program AE with special effects Focus Picture Stabilizer Exposure Control Fade Wipe Wide Instant Title Date Time Character Insert White Balance Adjustment Menu Adjustment Digital Hyper Zoom Zoom out Random Assemble Editing P9 37 009700109 Remote Control Unit RM V705U Battery Pack BN V11U Strap 8 8 E 8 Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorder GETTING STARTED 8 is eo res e err ecol 8 Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal 10 Viewfinder Adjustment 10 Date Time Setting 11 Length Setting 12 Recording Mode Setting 12 Loading Unloading A Cassette 12 Grip Atle tei emt oec SU ve 13 Shoulder Strap 1 13 Tripod Mounting 13 RECORDING 14 Basie Recording i iue c dede taa qaos 14 Basic Features Ie
23. ad cleaner which automatically cleans the heads and head drum when a cassette is loaded or unloaded If however the heads become dirty and cause blurriness or interruption in the playback picture consult your nearest JVC dealer About moisture condensation You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner 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 NOS GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption Light on Light off Signal system Video recording system Luminance Color Cassette Tape speed SP EP Recording time max SP EP Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight Dimensions Including viewfinder VHS NTSC standard DC 6V 8 9 W 5 9 W NTSC type FM recording Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard cassette 33 35 mm sec 1 5 16 ips 11 12 mm sec 7 16
24. aged the light will not activate DANGER The video light become extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm 1 ft between the video light and people or objects Do not use near flammable or explosive materials It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light l6m 1 second later the mode is activated After 1 sec P Sepia D Viewfinder LOCK p AUTO SLE LA bu FAR NEAR PROGRAM AE amp select dial RECORDING Advanced Features Program AE With Special Effects All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed in the viewfinder for approx 1 second Then the name disappears and only the indication remains The mode is activated 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 ti
25. an while the tally lamp is blinking press Recording Gain UP S Start Stop to stop the blinking then set Interval ele Macro to Interval Timer OFF Timer tr OE Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO 07 Tally ON Set Character Date Time END MENU KEY 5s 15 1 25 1 45 OFF t 5min 1min 4 30s lt 155 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 is set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Press or to move the highlight bar down to Rec Time then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 1 45 1 25 1s 5s or select to turn the function OFF Then press MENU to close 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 RELEASE ANIMATION MODE 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
26. ckwise NOTES Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mold may form if the lens is left dirty TROUBLESHOOTING E POWER No power is supplied The power suddenly goes off and doesn t come back on by itself RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Recording does not start The tape is running but there s no playback picture The battery pack has not been attached correctly gt pg 8 The battery pack is not charged pg 8 The power supply has not been correctly connected gt pg 9 The battery pack has completely discharged 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 The recording tape s Erase Protection tab is missing Cover the hole with adhesive tape Some tapes have sliding tabs In this case check the position of the tab The camcorder Power switch has not been set to CAMERA F pg 14 The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel 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
27. cording Standby wie Connection to a VCR TV Vrbe dot ear rn Remote Control Contents Counter Memory D Darken the Image pg 22 5 Date Time Character Insert pg 26 Self Timer pg 30 41 Date Time Setting pg 11 Sepia Mode pg 19 Discharge the Battery pack pg 8 Shoulder Strap Attachment pg 13 Diopter Adjust pg 10 Shuttle Search pg 35 Specifications pg 53 Sports pg 19 Electronic Fog Filter Mode pg 19 Still Playback ce pg 35 Erase Protection T Exposure Control F Tape Counter eseeeneee pg 34 Tape Dubbing pg 36 seriei eren Tape Length Setting pg 12 Fast Forward Tape T Time Lapse Shooting pg 31 41 Focus lock sc ceed ett e nero Tracking pg 35 G Tripod MOURNE sescenti pg 13 Twilight Mode esee pg 19 amp eter pg 13 V H bight a pg 17 High Speed Shutter Mode pg 19 Viewfinder Adjustment pg 10 I Viewfinder Indications pg 47 Index Code Marking pg 41 Ww Insert Cassette n White Balance Adjustment pg 27 Insert Editing js Wide M
28. ds to be adjusted gt pg 10 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus F pg 20 A character generator title and the f you remove the power source from the camcorder while date and time displays disappear the power is on all settings and selections are erased from the viewfinder Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source The wrong date and time are If you have not performed Date Time Setting F pg 11 displayed recorded the 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 Power Adapter Battery Charger etc and clock battery and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning Me 47 120min REC SP gt gt gt PAUSE 1min 1 2 gt Disp o HH p Sepia v oi be TAPE END Merry Christmas DEC 25 97 AM 10 24 56 00000000 Viewfinder Indications Cassette War
29. e 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 PLAYBACK Basic Connections 33 There are three basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR A Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables To AUDIO and VIDEO connectors CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 1 As shown in the illustration at left connect the optional Audio and Video cables between the When connecting the cables open the jack cover Audio and Video cables optional AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those the VCR To AUDIO and gj SUPPLY POWER VIDEO IN connectors Lt a SELECT MODE VCR Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV 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 1 As shown in the illustration at left connect the optional Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV SELECT MODE 2 Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its inst
30. e 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 instructions 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 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 2 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 3 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 recepta cles and the point where they exit from the product 4 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 Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Do not place the product in a built
31. fast moving action Electronic Fog Filter Makes the picture look misty white as when an 1 1000 sec external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the 1 1000 S 1 1000 image and gives it a fancy look High Speed Shutter e 1 2000 sec Effect DEMNM 1 2000 2 High Speed Shutter ND Effect High Speed Shutter 1 1000s 1 2000s A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND Captures faster action than Sports mode filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject d The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide C pg 24 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie Nn 75 g 5 2 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing When two subjects overlap in the same scene When illumination is low When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one color wall or a clear blue sky When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated When the scene is affected by sunbeams or
32. he camcorder Q INT TIME Button Self Timer Time Lapse F pg 41 REC TIME Button Animation Time Lapse F pg 41 PAUSE Button Pause I pg 35 FF Button Retake forward I pg 15 FF FF Shuttle Search gt pg 34 D A DUB Button B PAUSE IN Connector Audio dubbing I pg 43 MBR SET Button viss Button Index Code marking I pg 41 VCR CTL Button R A EDIT Buttons 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 Viewfinder Index Code Marking Rec Time Indicator RM V700U optional RM V705U provided FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE en 4 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 3 on pg 30 Self Timer press INT TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator
33. hen Tele Macro I pg 29 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically Power zoom lever FAR NEAR PROGRAM AE select dial 2 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments pg 10 If you haven t do so before continuing SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Press and hold FAR The Manual Focus indications appear and 4 blinks Go to step 3 To nearer subject Press and hold NEAR The Manual Focus indications gt gt appear and gt blinks Go to step 3 LOCK FOCUS Release FAR or NEAR The focus indication is replaced by the focus lock indication 2 and the adjusted focus is locked in RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously The Manual Focus mode is immediately released and the focus lock indication disappears NOTES e Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual 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 sk amp will blink P STABILIZER Exposure Level Indicator To brighten the image e e T
34. in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 5 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer NO 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 conduc tors 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
35. in 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 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 QUICK OPERATION GUIDE SUPPLY POWER Hook on BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure gt pg 8 H 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 ND INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE El Slide EJECT H insert a video cassette E Press PUSH For more details F pg 12 SHOO
36. ing deck Me A Random Assemble Editing SET REMOTE VCR CODE R A Edit SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Create edited videos easily using your Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote camcorder as the source player You can select toward the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR order you like R A Edit is more easily SET and press button A and then B performed when the optional RM V700U MBR Multi Brand Remote is set to operate with The code is automatically set once you release the your brand of VCR see VCR CODE LIST but MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on can also be performed by operating the VCR a aang S ee OPERATE THE 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 MBR SET You re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing VCR CTL IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and 9 RM V700U optional those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions VCR CODE LIST NOTES VCR BRAND BUTTONS VCR BRAND BUTTONS e If the power doesn t come on in step 1 try NAME
37. le subjects with different color temperatures SELECT MODE 1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ADJUST FOCUS 2 Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper and adjust focus manually pg 21 ADJUST WHITE BALANCE 3 Press SET until MWB appears then press and hold SET for more than 3 seconds MWB blinks in the viewfinder during adjustment then stops blinking but stays lit when adjustment is complete NOTES To switch to automatic white balance adjustment press SET until the indication disappears or turn the PROGRAM AE 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 PROGRAM AE select dial s position has been changed It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a color monitor when adjusting the white balance Basic Connections gt pg 33 When adjusted by putting colored paper in front of the subject in step 2 ADJUST FOCUS 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 aproximates to green orange or purple respectively RECORDING Advanced Features cont Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with Program Manager
38. light reflecting off the surface of a body of water When shooting a scene with a high contrast Focus detection zone background The low contrast warning 4 appears in the viewfinder Focus Lock This feature locks the focus in place which is especially FAR NEAR helpful in the following situations When things pass between your subject and the camcorder Engage the focus lock function to lock your subject in before recording PROGRAM AE select dial When you want your subject to be focused and to appear in a corner of the screen First center on the subject and focus using auto focus mode Then engage the focus lock function and move the camcorder until the subject is where you want it SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK LOCK FOCUS Press FAR or NEAR The focus lock indication appears in the viewfinder RELEASE FOCUS LOCK Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously The focus lock indication disappears NOTES e If the lens is smeared or 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 F pg 15 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject W
39. lose to the TV or if the TV s volume RM V700U RM V705U is too high whistling or howling may occur optional provided 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 To edit dub onto a tape with the recording safety tab removed cover the hole with adhesive tape Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing or the edit points will not be accurate 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 LENS COVER open close switch USER MAINTENANCE After Use Set the Power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Press BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR 7 Wipe gently with a soft cloth CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper CLEAN VIEWFINDER 3 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out Remove dust using a blower brush 3 Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clo
40. me The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade Wipe pg 23 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lighted situations e In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture color may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapor lights MM 49 DIAL VIEWFINDER DIAL VIEWFINDER SYMBOL INDICATION MODE SYMBOL INDICATION MODE Auto Mode Lock Twilight Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more incorrect operation due to accidental button natural and dramatic The following happens when pressing during shooting Twilight mode is selected In this mode the following controls are disabled Auto gain control is turned off Fade Wipe Wide Title Display M W B Manual e White Balance is set to outdoor mode but White Balance Manual Focus Focus Lock can also be manually changed to another mode Exposure Control and MENU gt pg 27 Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to Auto Mode Release camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing pg 21 Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto 5 5 Mode Lock Koons E Sports FG FG Fog Electronic Fog Filter High shutter speed clearly captures
41. nd hold for more than 2 seconds The counter resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M 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 NOTES The counter memory functions in the FF and REW modes To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M so the M disappears 36a Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left connect the C PLAY PAUSE camcorder and the VCR a PREPARE FOR DUBBING e Set the camcorder s Power switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate e cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE 3 Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes FIND EDIT IN POINT VIDEO OUT Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot When connecting connectors just before the edit in point Once it s reached press the cables open the PAUSE on the camcorder jack cover 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 Audio and Video cable optional To AUDIO and PAUSE on the camcorder B connectors EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished VCR Record
42. nd remove the power supply unit OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab REMOVE BATTERY when replacing Insert a pointed non metallic object between the battery and the compartment and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensuring the plus side is up insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS t pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration at left SELECT MODE 2 Set the power switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTER Turn the diopter adjustment control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA en 11 Date Time Setting SELECT MODE First set the power switch to CAMERA Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press to move the highlight bar down to Date Time then press NEAR The Set Date And Time screen appears SET DATE TIME Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set begins blinking then press or until the correct setting appears e If you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings press FAR o
43. ndby 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 If the Recording Start Stop button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately e If you re recording a cassette from the middle use the RETAKE function t pg 15 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it e The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed RECORDING Basic Features EN 1 5 FEATURE PURPOSE Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification 36X Hyper zoom Digital circuitry doubles the maximum 18x magnification offered by optical zoom 1 To zoom in slide the Zoom Lever toward 2 To zoom out slide toward W e During Hyper Zoom the speed increases the further you slide the Zoom Lever Focusing may become unstable during Hyper Zoom In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby set manual focus or Focus Lock pg 20 21 then zoom or out in Record mode e The Zoom Level Indicator I only moves during optical zoom Once the Zoom Level indicator reaches the top of the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital processing
44. nic Viewfinder T LENS COVER Switch Grip Strap VIDEO LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch 7 pg 17 8 Tripod Mounting I pg 13 50 INDEX Terms N AC Power Adapter ND Effect Mode eee pg 19 Animation Recording s P Audio Dubbing Auto Date Picture 5 1 2 pg 22 AUTOFOCUS diss desde e dns e t Playback serret pg 34 Auto Mode Lock Mode Program AE with Special Effects pg 18 Auto Mode Release Mode Provided Accessories pg 6 B Q Battery Pack Q ick REC rennen Brighten the Image Quick Review C R Car Battery scettr RE pg 9 Random Assemble Editing pg 37 39 Cassette Adapter pg 32 Recording Advanced Features pg 18 31 Character Generator pg 25 Recording dee v s en Va sales ee eal no in oa Charge Marker pg 8 Recording Start Stop is Charging the Battery pg 8 Recording Mode Setting Clock Lithium Battery pg 10 40 Re
45. ning Remaining iie reete CF pg 14 When no cassette is inserted the Cassette 05 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level a m Warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the Cassette Warning lights Otherwise the Remaining Tape Time is displayed When the power is almost gone the indicator blinks then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares does not necessarily mean 2 Recording Mode SP EP Indicator gt pg 12 8 PROGRAM AE Indicator gt pg 18 Displayed at 3 for approx 1 second when the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indicator remains at 8 9 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator gt pg 23 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one function to another by pressing the SET button Then only the indicator remains at 9 Program Manager Function Indication pg 23 Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to any position other than AUTO LOCK that the battery pack is fully charged Focus 1 33 Exposure Level Indicator White Balance Mode Indicator Menu Set
46. nit 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 hear a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 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 3596 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 Fe drop the unit or strike it against hard objects subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder Swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap 5 This camcorder features a built in he
47. o darken the image RECORDING Advanced Features cont Picture Stabilizer This feature compensates for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly noticeable at high magnifica tion ACTIVATE PICTURE STABILIZER Press P STABILIZER QQ appears in the viewfinder To switch off the Picture Stabilizer press P STABILIZER The indicator disappears NOTES Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes When shooting dark or dim subjects When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting When shooting scenes with movement in various directions When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds e Switch off Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK BRIGHTEN IMAGE Press maximum 06 The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder OR DARKEN IMAGE Press maximum 06 The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder When you want to return to the factory setting RESTORE INITIAL SETTING Press simultaneously The standard setting is immediately resto
48. ode Instant Titles A Wipe in out M Z Manual pg 21 ZOOMING zin OO ee pg 15 code Setting pg 37 CAUTIONS DANGER Video Light 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 Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm 1 ft between the video light and people or object Do not use near flammable or explosive materials When using the AC Power Adapter Charger in areas other than the USA m 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 When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter are not functioning even when correctly operated the batteries are exhausted Replace them with fresh ones Use only the following batteries C P6U or 7 R6 size Please make note of the following rule
49. ode if the date changes while you re shooting the date indication is recorded for about 5 seconds from that point It is not recorded DEC25 97 PM10 50 00 ILIKE YOU V during any other recordings made on that day Example of stored characters en2 White balance mode indicator Manual White Balance Adjustment M W B This camcorder s Automatic Color Temperature system senses the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic white balance adjustment However precise color Auto MWB adjustment is not possible under the following conditions No indication gt MWB gt M W B When an object is in various shades of the same color When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors gt ale Ey e X 0 ARN In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment SELECT SELECT MODE 1 except AUTO LOCK SELECT FUNCTION Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 2 Press SELECT reapeatedly until M W B appears SELECT WHITE BALANCE 3 Press SET Manual White Balance until the required indication appears in the viewfinder MWB With a memorized personal White Balance setting see below Outdoors on sunny day Outdoors on cloudy day MWB MWB 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 multip
50. omatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when the tally lamp is not blinking set Rec Time and Interval Timer in the Menu screen to OFF To release when the tally lamp is blinking press the Recording Start Stop button to stop the blinking then set Interval Timer and Rec Time in the Menu screen to OFF PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter 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 VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left push up and remove the cassette NOTES e During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection e During special effect playback slow motion still fram
51. our right hand through the loop and grasp the grip ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop button and Power Zoom lever Refasten the Velcro strip Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet D then fold it back and thread it through the keeper 2 and then through the buckle 3 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH 2 Adjust as shown in the illustration at left D then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2 Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 7 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw RECORDING Basic Recording Tape remaining time indicator NOTE min You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Now calculating e Power E pg 8 Date Time Setting pg 11 Tape Length setting gt pg 12 119mi Recording Mode Setting pg 12 9min e Grip Adjustment gt pg 13 LOAD A CASSETTE Power indicator Smin Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked ENTER RECORD STAND
52. out to a black screen Mosaic Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern NOTES Ex Shutter Wipe e Pressing and holding the Recording Start A black screen moves in from the top and bottom Stop button allows you to record a black closing over the image like a shutter or a new image blank screencora Mosar patern if Mosaic pushes open the black screen vertically from the center Fader is selected The screen becomes slightly reddish when Slide Wipe the Fade Wipe is used with Sepia A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover gt pg 19 the image or a new image moves in from right to left SET button 2 4 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Wide mode Title indication r Happy Birthday Our Vacation Merry Christmas A Special Day No indication Happy Holidays Our New Baby Wedding Day v Congratulations Y ie The characters you have set using Character Generator SELECT PROGRAM AE select dial SET 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 SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until gt Wide appears ENGAGE WIDE MODE 3 Press SET RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN 4 Press SET again while Wide appears Instant Titles
53. pressed during Record Standby mode the mark is placed where RECORDING START STOP is pressed 422m USING REMOTE CONTROL COUNTER R M Tape Counter Insert editing indicator Viewfinder OQ Qo OQ QO RM V700U RM V705U optional provided Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged NOTE Use the RM V705U or RM V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT MODE 1 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 2 seconds to reset the tape counter then press for less than 1 second and make sure M appears in the viewfinder FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene you want to replace press PLAY to view the recorded tape and press PAUSE at exactly at the point where the new scene should start ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE Press and hold INSERT and without releasing INSERT press and release PAUSE The Insert mode is engaged When the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen go to the next step BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press R
54. r E eae oe E RE ee he Re oen ARE 15 Advanced Fegtures noisier e or Y E a xd vcn 18 PLAYBACK 32 Using The Cassette 32 Basic Connections ecce een etre netter teet nene nnne 33 Basic Playbacks oe eae estt nod a usce p Red 34 Features ee rne 35 EDITING 36 Tape DO Pe esca eai eat ei E E 36 Random Assemble Editing 37 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 40 ue 42 Audio Dubbing 43 USER MAINTENANCE 44 TROUBLESHOOTING 45 INDEX 47 Viewfinder ss 47 COBITORS oie s 48 Coniiectors eee Terre eter iere 49 lidi RES 49 Other a 49 50 CAUTIONS 51 SPECIFICATIONS 53 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 53 SEN CHG charge indicator POWER END indicator REFRESH switch REFRESH indicator 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 mv BATT RELEASE ATTENTION Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorder s power
55. r NEAR to b 4 PROGRAM AE select dial NEAR FAR move the highlight bar to Cancel then press MENU If you re satisfied with the settings go on to step 5 _ _ Interval Timer START CLOCK OPERATION Menu Screen Once you ve set the month day year and time Lar eT press FAR or NEAR until Set begins to blink then press MENU The Menu screen reappears END MENU KEY CLOSE MENU Press MENU Set Time and 1 00 AM 12 00 NOTES T Date Screen To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a Set Cancel connected TV see Date Time Insert pg 26 e If in step 4 you input an invalid date FEB 30 JUN 31 etc and perform step 5 Input Error appears blinking at the bottom of the screen Press FAR or NEAR to input the correct number Date Month Day Year Time 12 hour indication with AM or PM 12a 720 30 40 tape length select button SP EP recording mode button Set POWER to CAMERA Tape length indicator T20 T30 T40 Recording mode indicator SP lt EP Gear Erase Protection GETTING STARTED cont Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used SET TAPE LENGTH 1 Press 20 30 40 until the required indication appears in the veiwfinder T20 20 minutes of recording time T30 30 minutes and T40 40 minutes
56. red and the Exposure level indicator disappears 23 Ex Black Fader Fade Wipe FADE IN These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT FUNCTION Press SELECT repeatedly until gt Fade Wipe appears ENGAGE FADE OR WIPE STANDBY MODE Press SET to cycle through the modes as shown at left Once the desired mode appears it is selected and reserved FADE OUT Function indication gt Fade Wipe After 2 sec gt The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed in the viewfinder for approx 2 seconds Then the name disappears and only the indication remains Black Fader i Mosaic Fader i i E Shutter Wipe START RECORDING eq Press Recording Start Stop to start recording and Wipe activate fade or wipe in Off OFF OR No indication i END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop to end recording and engage fade or wipe out TO CANCEL FADE OR WIPE STANDBY MODE While gt Fade Wipe is displayed press SET twice SELECT button OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the reserved fade or wipe is cancelled Black Fader PROGRAM AE select dial Fades in
57. ructions F DC OUT onnectors Q RF unit RF V5U optional NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead Re us Connection To A TV With NO A V Input o monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the Connectors Playback ONLY camcorder s Power switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input NOTE mode Use the optional RF V5U RF unit If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers Refer to the RF V5U instruction manual for connection adjacent to the TV as interference will occur procedure in the camcorder playback picture SAN Tape counter PLAY PAUSE Recording mode indicator Tape running indicator gt Playback gt Fast Forward Forward Search Rewind Reverse Search Still Playback PLAYBACK Basic Playback NOTE Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in Basic Connections pg 33 LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked SELECT MODE Set the Power switch to PLAY The Power On indicator lights PLAYBACK Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears in the viewfinder and the connected TV 3 STOP PLAYBACK 4 Pres
58. ry Charger BH VC10U Car Battery Cord AP V7U RF Unit RF V5U Compact VHS C Cassettes TC 40 30 20 Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Wireless Remote Control Unit RM V700U Some acccessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHTO 1997 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD UM Printed in Japan 0297TOV K UN YP L 6XV H9
59. s Controls CD Diopter CF pg 10 3 REW CF pg 34 2 QUICK REC Button C pg 16 RETAKE Quick Review Button CF pg 15 Power Zoom Lever FE Button nuce ce E EAA F pg 34 2 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch F 8 RETAKE F 25 pg 15 5 Recording Start Stop Button 89 PLAY PAUSE Button LF pg 34 POWER Switch c t SELECT Button CF pg 23 7 STOP Button eere IT SET Button eis ette CF pg 23 Tape Length 720 30 40 PROGRAM AE Select Dial L3 pg 18 Select Button sse 9 Multi Function Control COUNTER R Reset M Memory Exposure L3 pg 22 eere ru USER pg 35 e Focus FAR NEAR CF pg 20 9 EDIT Button eer CF pg 39 Setting CF pg 28 Recording Mode SP EP Select Tracking pg 35 etes dene mti MENU Button Ls pg 28 R A EDIT CANCEL Button P Picture STABILIZER Button L3 pg 22 R A EDIT 2 PUSH Button ee CF pg 12 2 R A EDIT IN OUT 3 EJECT Switch L3 pg 12 Connectors EN 49 O
60. s STOP 2 Rewind or Fast forward the tape Press REW to rewind or FF to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTE The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode or Still Playback mode To turn on again set the Power switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY PLAYBACK Features EN 95 FEATURE PURPOSE Manual Tracking To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen during playback 1 Press either button as many times as necessary for best picture To reset TRACKING to the original preset press both and buttons simultaneously e Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders OPERATION NOTES 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 COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE NOTE Shuttle Search To allow high speed search in either direction Forward Search 1 Press FF during playback Reverse Search 1 Press REW during playback Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search This is normal FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE FEATURE Counter Memory Function PURPOSE To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment OPERATION 1 Press COUNTER R M a
61. s for battery use When misused batteries can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of batteries in a fire 4 Remove the 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 temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging Store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off Terminals 3 To prevent damage to the camcorder
62. s on REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging To discharge the battery X attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete NOTES The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs Charging times noted on page 8 are for fully discharged battey 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 e 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 s
63. ssed NOTES e The Fade Wipe gt pg 23 cannot be activated by pressing QUICK REC QUICK REC cannot be used during Animation and Time Lapse gt pg 31 Den 17 Video Light When natural lighting is too dim you can brighten the scene by using the built in video light SET VIDEO LIGHT Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON as required 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 The video light can be used with the camcorder s power on LIGHT OFF AUTO ON t is recommended to set the white balance I pg 27 to indoor mode when you use the video light When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power NOTES e Even if the battery indicator does not blink in the viewfinder if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light turned on When the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON switch is set to AUTO 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 While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode I pg 19 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode F pg 19 is eng
64. ted when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK mode S LX Super LoLux To record a subject in a dimly lit environment 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 EIA 639 EIA Standard for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement Electronic Industries Association Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Tele Macro Usually set to this position Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus Interval Timer This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer pg 30 and Time Lapse recording F pg 31 Rec Time This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording I pg 31 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 Tally ON The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of rcording OFF The tally lamp remains off at all times Set Character Allows you to input charac
65. ters F pg 25 Allows you to set the current date and time pg 11 Factory setting and when the PROGRAM AE Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK NOTE During shooting in low light Auto Focus accuracy may decrease even when Gain Up is used In this case use Manual Focus pg 21 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Interval Self Timer Timer Indicator You can set the delay between pressing Recording Start Stop and the actual start of recording If you secure the camcorder you or whomever is operating the camcorder can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE Make sure the camcorder is the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU SET INTERVAL TIME Press or to move the highlight bar down to Interval Timer then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 15s 30s 1min 5min or select to turn the function OFF CLOSE MENU Press MENU Rec Time Indicator MENU NEAR START DELAYED RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop The tally lamp begins blinking and the blinking frequency increases about 5 seconds before recording is to start Once recording begins the lamp stops blinking but stays lit Tally lamp To Release Self Timer S
66. ther Parts J terminal Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector Located beneath the jack cover Connect the Editing Cable when performing Random Assemble Editing I pg 37 e t is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer Information in English is also available at our home page http www jvc victor co jp External MIC jack capped gt pg 43 O DEIN J ck a rper pg 9 The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover VIDEO OUT Jack e gt pg 33 RF DC OUT Jack sse C pg 33 AUDIO OUT gt pg 33 Indicators 30 Tally Lamp eee G 14 31 Power On Indicator gt pg 14 video Light sss I pg 17 EH Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting Remote 5 pg 41 Microphone sss gt pg 43 Ed LCD window Program Manager Function Indicator Full Auto Indicator Displayed when the Program AE Select Dial is set to Auto Lock Tape Loaded Remaining Tape Indicators Remaining Battery Power Indicator Shoulder Strap Eyelets Clock Battery Compartment Battery Pack Mount us Electro
67. ting Change Indicator Index Code Marking Clock Warning Once the power is turned on and the indicator blinks for about 10 seconds perform the date and time settings I pg 11 After setting is complete turn the power off and disconnect the power source If you re connect it and turn the power on and the indicator is blinking that means that the clock lithium battery is either 5 Tape Length Display G pg 12 not installed or has discharged Install or replace Zoom Indicator G pg 15 the old battery with a new one gt pg 10 Q Recording Indicator t pg 14 9 End Display TAPE END C3 pg 14 Picture Stabilizer Indicator C pg 22 Appears when the end of the tape is reached Interval Time Recording during playback recording or fast forward Time Indicator esee I gt pg 30 e Condensation Warning 6 Record Standby Mode Indicator I pg 14 When this indication appears all functions are e Lens Cover Warning LENS COVER pg 14 disabled Turn the unit off without removing Instant Title Display I gt pg 24 the power source for a few hours and when Date Time Character Display I gt pg 26 you turn it on again the indicator should disappear INDEX Control
68. ttom of the screen then press FAR or NEAR to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Press when you re done and the blinking cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING N p Press FAR or NEAR to make End blink then press MENU twice to return to the normal screen 345 NOTES OL mmmmmmmmim m To erase a character you entered mistakenly make Clear Clear blink by pressing FAR or NEAR then press MENU All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the blinking cursor to the character at the bottom row which you want to replace then press FAR or NEAR to highlight in JKLMNOPQRS the top left corner and then press MENU TUVWXYZAOU To display the characters you have set Instant Title AEOIUNE OA amp C pg 24 or Date Time Character Insert Due ne 2 d pg 26 0123456789 Characters may be set only in the Record Standby IOL I 48 0108 mode Clear 2 6 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont SELECT Date Time Character Insert This feature allows you to display date time and characters in your viewfinder and on a connected color monitor record them manually or automatically and even make your own titles NOTE You should already have performed the Date Time Setting procedure F pg 11 If you haven t do so before continuing DISPLAY SELECT
69. ure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack A blinking CHG indicator means that the battery pack has become hot Wait until it cools down to continue The CHG indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack or with one that s been stored for an extended period In this case remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it The CHG indicator should light during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer USING A CAR BATTERY To AC outlet Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery A Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration NOTES When using the car battery leave the engine DC OUT idling Adapter Charger e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3U can DC cord AA V1I1EG also be used to charge the battery pack e When using the optional Car Battery Charger or yw Car Battery Cord AP V7U refer to the respective To car s instruction booklet cigarette lighter USING AC POWER Car Battery Cord socket Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in A the illustration NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V AP V7U optional BH 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 1 Switch off the unit s power a
70. your interrupted nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT Noise bars appear in the playback Manual Tracking has not been performed pg 35 picture The tape stops during fast forward or The Counter Memory Function has been activated rewind gt pg 35 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed 461 TROUBLESHOOTING cont OTHER The tape won t eject The battery pack is running low Some functions are not available The PROGRAM AE 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 e Sunlight is directly entering the lens in the viewfinder The picture is blurred in the Quick 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 12 An error number i e E03 appears Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the in the viewfinder power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears in the view finder consult your nearest JVC dealer The image is out of focus The diopter nee

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