JVC CU-VS100U DVD Player User Manual
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1. 26 Basic Connections 27 Basic Playback 28 Features i terree toten 29 EDITING 30 Tape Dubbing 30 Random Assemble Editing R A Edit 30 Insert Editing 34 Audio Dubbing 35 INDEX 36 Controls ao s dd 36 OT 36 Indicators N 36 Other Parts iusso epo pex 36 Viewfinder 37 CAUTIONS 38 TROUBLESHOOTING 40 SPECIFICATIONS 41 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 41 oo Po 4 GETTING STARTED Povver This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power NOTES e No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply e Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHG charge indicator CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER POWER To AC outlet Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall indicator A outlet The power indicator lights END ATTACH BATTERY PACK indicator 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 REFRESH switch REFRESH indicator of the arrow BATT PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE approx 3 hrs 30 min BN V12U appro2. Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player You can select up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily performed when the RM V704U MBR Multi Brand Remote is set to operate with your brand of VCR see chart on the next page but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually RM V704U is provided with GR AX460 optional for GR AX360 AX260 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE T Po MM 25 SET REMOTE VCR CODE SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote MBR SET toward the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to VCR CTL the chart at left press and hold MBR SET and press button A and then B 0000 e The code is automatically set once you release the MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on RM V704U provided with GR AX460 OPERATE THE VCR optional for GR AX360 AX260 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 VCR CODE LIST control are PLAY STOP PAUSE FF REW and VCR VCRBRAND BUTTONS BM VCRBRAND BUTTONS REC STBY you don t need to press VCR CTL for this NAME B NAME B one You re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions NOT
3. Character Generator Title indication IN PARIS FRANCE Title HAPPY HOLIDAYS E a 23 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 The preset titles appear in this order HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR FAMILY MOVIE STAR PARTY TIME MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS SELECT MODE Press Function SEL until TITLE appears to the right of F1 SELECT PRESET TITLE Engage the Record Standby mode then press F1 to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed NOTES e To delete the Instant Title during recording press FT e To recall a title engage the Record Standby mode and then press F1 to select the desired title e To display a title you made in the position usually occupied by an Instant Title cycle through in step 2 above until your title appears after CONGRATULATIONS You can superimpose two personal titles on the scene being shot EHENENENSW T E Po 2 4 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Tally lamp PROGRAM AE Self Timer 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 You need the RM V704U remote control unit to perform this procedure ENGAGE R
4. PAUSE i To Pause In X VCR Recording deck ON OFF VCR REC STBY CANCEL IN OUT RM V704U provided with GR AX460 optional for GR AX360 AX260 IN 0 00 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Gi T OUNTER OTAL PREPARE CAMCORDER Insert a recorded tape and set the power switch to PLAY PREPARE VCR Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to 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 the connected TV REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene you want then press IN OUT to register that point The data appears under IN on the display REGISTER END OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and press IN OUT to register it The data appears under OUT on the display The total time of the registered scene s is displayed at the bottom of the screen REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene as many as 8 MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered point NOTES The RM V704U can be used to operate other camcorder functions as well Point the RM V704U at the camcorder s remote sensor and press any of the following buttons function app
5. sess gt pg 29 DATE TIME SET Button CF pg 6 CHAR SET Button I pg 22 R A EDIT IN OUT Button I pg 32 R A EDIT Button AF pg 32 REW Button eseee renie CF pg 28 RETAKE R Quick Review Button gt pg 11 FF Button essesi eee e CF pg 28 RETAKE F Button ssssissrissseissssssicssssirises pg 11 R A EDIT CANCEL Button CF pg 32 D STOP Button cantate s r CF pg 28 3 PLAY PAUSE Button e KT pg 28 POWER Switch e Kr pg 6 Recording Start Stop Button I pg 8 Connectors REMOTE Jack For connection of the RM V20U wired remote control unit optional D Shoulder Strap Eyelets I pg 8 27 EDIT Jack a KF pg 30 VIDEO Out Jack see KF pg 27 RF DC OUT Jack ee KF pg 27 AUDIO Out Jack e KF pg 27 Indicators ai Tally LAM pes oie tie I pg 10 32 Power On Indicator ssss I pg 10 33 LCD window GR AX460 only a LESHIM INDEX Controls Other Parts Video light GR AX460 only C3 pg 13 Microphone Remote Sensor saauaans ana c once ecen eee zene eee pg 9 Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting Clock Battery Compartment I
6. 3 Press Recording Start Stop to start recording Noise may appear during Retake This is normal MEI E 1 2 RECORDING Basic Features cont FEATURE Index Code Marking PURPOSE To give you automatic access to any selected point on a recording Auto Marking and Manual Marking are available OPERATION Auto Marking An index code is always marked to start the first recording on a new date after a cassette is inserted Manual Marking 1 Press VISS once to place index code INDEX blinks in the viewfinder during marking NOTES e If VISS is pressed during Record START STOP Standby mode the mark is placed VISS where START STOP is pressed e If the date changes during a record ing it becomes the first recording of the new date and an index mark is placed at that point FEATURE AUTO PAUSE SYSTEM GR AX460 RM V704U only provided with GR AX460 PURPOSE To aut tically st di h optional for GR AX360 AX260 ARCADE Apc AER UA Ria the camcorder is pointed down preventing accidental recordings of the ground your feet etc OPERATION 1 Set AUTO PAUSE to ON When the camcorder is tilted down by a large degree from its horizontal position during recording the Record Standby mode is automati cally engaged AUTO PAUSE appears in the viewfinder NOTES The Auto Pause System is also effective when the camcorder is pointed up or is positioned upside down 6 Auto P
7. BENEREESZ E JVC 4M COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR AX460 GR AX360 GR AX260 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 3 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 you refer to the Index gt pgs 36 37 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions pgs 38 39 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 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
8. 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 SPECIFICATIONS T E Po 4 GENERAL VIDEO Format VHS PAL standard Output 1 Vp p 75 ohms Powersource DC6V unbalanced via VIDEO out connector Power unie GR AX460 light on 8 7 W GR AX460 light off 5 7 W AUDIO GR AX360 5 9 W Output 8 dBs 1 k ohm GR AX260 15 7 W via AUDIO out Signal system PAL type connector Video recording system Luminance FM recording Colour Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette MHS H cassette Tape speed 23 39 mm sec Recording time Max 45 minutes with EC 45 cassette Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C Operating humidity 35 to 80 Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C Weight GR AX460 Approx 780 g GR AX360 Approx 750g GR AX260 Approx 760 g Dimensions GR AX460 AX260 109 W x 113 H x 226 D mm GR AX360 109 W x 113 H x 206 D mm CAMERA Pick up 1 4 format CCD Minimum required illumination 2 Ix F1 2 Illumination range Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment 2 to 100 000 Ix F1 2 f 2 4 1 to 57 4 mm 14 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0
9. To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE again Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION 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 in Shuttle Search This is normal FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTES Counter Memory Function To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment 1 Press COUNTER R M and 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 automati cally stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback The counter memory functions in the FF and REW modes e To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M so the M disappears T E Po Power switch To EDIT Editing cable provided To Remote PAUSE i 1 VCR Recording deck To AUDIO out To VIDEO out A V cable provided To AUDIO IN To VIDEO IN I If your TV VCR has the Oo SCART connector use the provided cable adapter EDITING Tape Dubbing CONN
10. fourth of a second 1 2S one half of a second and 1S one full second Press again to release the Animation mode START RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop after focusing on the subject The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the desired number of pictures CHECK YOUR WORK Play back the series of pictures to see if the results were satisfactory RELEASE ANIMATION MODE Press REC TIME until M disappears from the viewfinder NOTES e For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting NOTES e If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to Self Timer e Fade in out cannot be performed during mode Animation is cancelled and Self Timer Time Lapse shooting mode is engaged with 155 selected For best results keep the camcorder secured e Fade in out cannot be performed during while shooting Animation shooting e If during steps 2 and 3 the PROGRAM AE dial is set to the Self Timer mode the Self Timer mode is engaged with 15S selected T E Po 26 PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder The C P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it and install one R6 AA siz
11. or purple respectively T E Po l 6 RECORDING Advanced Features cont INTELLIGENT FUNCTION CONTROL This feature makes it easier for you to make selections Ekara amA E Eee during the following modes Fader Cinema Manual Focus Adjust Exposure Control Display and Instant Title 1 Group 2 F FOCUS _ F2 EXP PREPARATION Set the PROGRAM AE dial to any position except LOCK SELECT MODE 2 Press Function SEL until the required function s indication appears in the viewfinder ENTER SELECTION 3 Press either F1 or F2 the one to the immediate left of the desired function name Viewfinder Group 3 NOTE If you set the PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK F1 and F2 disappear from the viewfinder indicating that IFC Intelligent Function Control is unusable 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 SELECT MODE Press Function SEL until FADER appears to the right of F1 ENGAGE FADE STANDBY MODE FADE IN 2 Press F1 to engage the Fade Standby mode FADER appears in the viewfinder j START RECORDING Ka 3 Press Recording Start Stop to start recording and activate fade in FADE OUT OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop to end recording and engage fade out NOTES e Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop button allows you t
12. the RM V20U remote control 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 RM V20U see R03 AAA size C P6U or C P7U ssssss R6 AA size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused batteries can leak or explode 1 Refer to the RM V20U and C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing batteries 2 Do not use old and new batteries together 3 Do not use two different kinds of batteries Although sizes may be the same voltages may differ 4 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode 5 Do not dispose of batteries in a fire 6 Remove batteries 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 vvithout fully discharging Terminals CAUTIONS charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances sho
13. the middle use the RETAKE function C pg 11 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it e The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on whether the cover is open or closed RECORDING Basic Features Zoom indicator Power zoom switch in e e e e e SHEN E a FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTES 11 To vary the length of the focal lens and produce zoom in out effect Zoom In 1 Pull the power zoom switch down toward T Zoom Out 2 Push the switch up toward W e The further the power zoom switch is pushed or pulled the faster the zoom speed becomes Focusing may become unstable during zooming In this case set zoom while in Record Standby set manual focus or Focus Lock pg 18 19 then zoom in or out in Record mode FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE Quick Review To check end of last recording for confirmation 1 Press C for less than 2 seconds during Record Standby mode Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automati cally then pauses in Record Standby mode for next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE Retake To re record certain segments 1 Make sure camcorder is in Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach start point for new recording
14. to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 BENNETT l l i MAJOR FEATURES E Programme AE with Special Effects gt pg 14 u Intelligent Function Control F pg 16 23 m 14x Variable Speed Hyper Zoom 15 pg 11 m EasyEdit Random Assemble Editing 7 pg 30 33 m Desigh Integrated Auto Light GR AX460 only gt pg 13 REMEMBER E a CONTENTS The Logical Choice ee T R Compact VHS a CO VASIH The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR with Cassette Adapter AC Power Adapter Charger AA V11EG e Cassette Adapter C P7U e Lithium Battery CR2025 Remote Control Unit RM V704U GR AX460 only A V cable GETTING STARTED PoWer ecce eere nennen 4 Clock Lithium Battery Removal Insertion 6 Date Time Settings 6 Viewfinder Adjustment 7 Tape Length Setting 7 Loading Unloading A Cassette 7 Grip Adjustment 8 Shoulder Strap Attachment 8 Tripod Mounting 8 Remote Control Unit 9 RECORDING 10 Basic Recording 10 Basic Features 11 Advanced Features 13 PLAYBACK 26 Using The Cassette Adapter
15. until holder opens Do not use force to open INSERT REMOVE CASSETTE 2 Make sure 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 present If not Erase Protection Gear cover the hole with adhesive tape Some cassettes have sliding tabs in this case check the tab s position Turn to take up slack a LESHIM GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 1 Mill 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 switch Refasten the Velcro strip Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet then fold it back and thread it through the keeper 2 and then through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left then slide both ed snug against the eyele
16. 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV To AUDIO and VIDEO connectors To AUDIO and VIDEO IN If your TV VCR 4 I connectors has the SCART connector use the provided I SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode cable adapter VCR Connection To A TV With A V Input Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the provided A V cable CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration at left connect the provided A V cable between the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on To AUDIO VIDEO and the TV DC OUT t connectors SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its instructions Aerial RF unit RF V5E optional NOTES Connection To A TV With NO A V Input t is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead Connectors Playback ONLY of the battery pack 6 To monitor the picture and sound from the NOTE camcorder without inserting a tape set the Use the optional RF V5E RF unit camcorder s power switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection f you have a TV or speakers that are not procedure specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as inter
17. 55 colour LCD GR AX360 0 5 black white CRT GR AX460 AX260 Auto Manual adjustment AAC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V11EG SPECIFICATIONS Power requirement Power consumption Output Charging system Dimensions Weight AC 110 to 240 V 50 60 Hz 23 W DC 8 5 V 2 1 3 A CHARGE DC 6 3 V 1 8A VTR Constant current peak detection timer controlled 150 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Approx 350 g CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Weight Accessory Provided Accessories 188 VV x 25 H x 104 D mm Approx 240 g R6 AA size battery x 1 Optional Accessories Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U Car Battery Charger BH V3E Battery Charger BH VC10EG Car Battery Cord AP V7E RF Unit RF V5E Wireless Remote Control Unit RM V704U Wired Remote Control Unit RM V20U Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 45 30 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 E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice F 097XV 09EXV 097XV HD VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED Fa Printed in Japan 6 EG amp P 1 295TOVUNYP COPYRIGHTO 1995 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD
18. 8 LOAD A CASSETTE Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to open the lens cover then set the power switch to CAMERA ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE 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 Recording Start Stop button The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress and Te appears in the viewfinder STOP RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop button again The comcorder 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 TAPE END appears when the tape recheas its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded e f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes the camcorder s power shuts off automatically Set the power switch to POWER OFF and then back to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again e f you re recording on a cassette from
19. A gt pg 10 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 Noise bars appear in the playback 6 Manual Tracking has not been performed pg 29 picture Playback picture is blurred or The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your nearest interrupted JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement The counter indication is blurred e This is normal during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward or The Counter Memory Function has been activated rewind I pg 29 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot e The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed OTHER The tape won t eject The battery pack is running low Some functions are not available 6 The PROGRAM AE dial is set to LOCK F pg 14 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 An error number E01 etc appears Consult your nearest JVC dealer in the viewfinder The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a
20. DISPLAY CONNECT CAMCORDER TO MONITOR Connect the camcorder to a monitor as instructed in BASIC CONNECTIONS pg 27 DISPLAY VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS Press F2 until the indications appear on the connected monitor T E Po 22 RECORDING Advanced Features cont fe SET Character Generator SELECT MODE 1 Press Function SEL until DISP appears to the right of F2 SET CHARACTER OR TITLE C Pa 2 Press F2 until SET CHAR or a previously stored title appears in the viewfinder ACCESS CHARACTER MODE 2 SCREEN 3 Press SET A character grid appears in the view finder ENTER DESIRED CHARACTERS Press or to move the cursor on the character grid to the desired character then press SET to enter The selected characters appears at the bottom of the screen When you re done press SET as many times as necessary to exit the screen The title you made appears at the bottom of the screen NOTES You can store up to 18 characters You can only make and store one title at a time To replace it repeat the procedure To create a space between two characters in a title you make choose LI on the CHARACTER SET MODE screen te HI K SI CHARACTER FR SET MODE A screen 89 O00 ODE HI gj CHARACTER V3 SET MODE y screen 89 immi IN PARIS FRANCE Example of Character Generator amp Title Viewfinder HAPPY HOLIDAYS IN PARIS FRANCE
21. ECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the lens cover is open set the power switch to CAMERA SET TIME DELAY START STOP On the RM V704U press INT TIME to set the delay time There are four choices and they appear in the INT TIME viewfinder in the following order each time REC TIME INT TIME is pressed 15S 15 seconds 30S 30 seconds 1MIN 1 minute and 5MIN 5 minutes Pressing again releases the Self timer START DELAYED RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop The tally lamp begins blinking and the blinking speed increases about 5 seconds before recording starts When recording begins the lamp stops blinking but stays lit RELEASE SELF TIMER MODE To release when the tally lamp is not blinking press INT TIME continuously until S disappears To release when the tally lamp is blinking press Recording Start Stop to stop the blinking then press INT TIME continuously until X disappears NOTE If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to S 15S is automati cally selected RM V704U provided with GR AX460 optional for GR AX360 AX260 T e O0NEENENN I MM ow 25 Animation Time Lapse Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of You can record sequentially at preset time spans movement This function allows you to shoot a Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject series of pictures each slightly different of the same you can record subtle changes over an extended object for a
22. ECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left connect the camcorder and the VCR If you have a Remote PAUSE terminal use the editing cable to connect it to the camcorder and the VCR See NOTES below for details PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s power switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes FIND EDIT IN POINT Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it s reached press PAUSE on the camcorder START EDITING Press EDIT 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 vyhen finished NOTES e When using a Remote PAUSE terminal pressing EDIT on the camcorder in step 5 automatically engages the VCR s Record mode When using a Remote PAUSE terminal you can access a function called Master Edit Control System Before beginning reset the camcorder s counter to 0 00 00 at an edit out point When the tape reaches this point remember there s a small margin of error during editing the camcorder and VCR pause automatically However some VCRs are not compatible with the Master Edit Control System Random Assemble Editing R A Edit
23. ES e If the VCR s power doesn t come on in step 1 try another code from the chart 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 V704U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR PHILIPS BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON GRUNDIG SANYO HITACHI SELECO REX JVC A SHARP B C SONY MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT TO JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal MITSUBISHI NEC THOMSON TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE PANASONIC gt TOSHIBA 00 0000 0000 66 00 00 0c6000609 09 9909 9900 00 00 00 000900000 600000000 000 00 00 000 6 000E ooocoo oooooooooooooooNooco JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector IC NON JVC VCR WITH NEITHER Connect the editing cable to the RM V704U s Pause In jack All other connections are as shown in the illustration on page 32 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE a E 189 o2 SN REW FF CANCEL IN OUT R A EDIT PLAY PAUSE To AUDIO and VIDEO out connector A N cable provided Editing cable provided rs To AUDIO and VIDEO IN B connectors To Remote If your TV VCR has the SCART connector use the provided cable adapter
24. LAY STOP PAUSE FF or REW for these functions Not possible with some brands and models Other buttons cannot be used W To put the recording deck in the Record Pause mode use the controls on the recording deck itself EHENENENSWT T E Po 34 EDITING cont COUNTER R M 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 You need the RM V704U remote control unit to perform the following procedure SELECT MODE 1 Set the power switch to PLAY FIND EDIT OUT POINT 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 press PAUSE The Insert mode is engaged and the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press Recording Start Stop When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the
25. ause also works when the camcorder is twisted by a large degree to the left or right e When you want to shoot in any of the Record Standby Up aforementioned positions make sure T Upside down you set AUTO PAUSE to OFF Record G Record Standby Record Standby Down T Po RECORDING Advanced Features 13 Video Light GR AX460 only When natural lighting is too dim you can brighten the scene by using the built in video light SET VIDEO LIGHT Set the LIGHT ON AUTO OFF as required ON Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on LIGHT ON AUTO OFF the subject OFF Turns off the light e The video light can be used with the camcorder s power on It is recommended to set the white balance to indoor mode 3 amp F pg 15 when you use the video light When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power NOTES m 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 m When the LIGHT ON AUTO OFF is set to AUTO 9e Depending on the lighting condition the video light may not be stably turned on or off In this case switch the light on and off manually While the Sports o
26. brief period of time period of time NOTE NOTE You need the RM V704U remote control unit to You need the RM V704U remote control unit to perform the following procedure perform the following procedure ENGAGE RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the lens cover is open then set the power switch to CAMERA SET RECORDING TIME Press REC TIME on the remote control There are three choices available and they appear in the following order each time REC TIME is pressed 1 4S 1 2S and 1S Press again to reset SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Press INT TIME on the remote control There are four choices available and they appear in the following order each time INT TIME is pressed 15S 30S 1MIN and 5MIN Press again to reset START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when the tally lamp is not blinking press INT TIME and REC TIME repeatedly until M and disappear To release when the tally lamp is blinking press Recording Start Stop to stop the blinking then press INT TIME and REC TIME repeatedly until M and 3 disappear ENGAGE RECORD STANDBY MODE Make sure the lens cover is open then set the power switch to CAMERA SET RECORDING TIME Press REC TIME on the remote control Three choices are available and they appear in the following order each time REC TIME is pressed 1 4S one
27. c Fog Filter Makes picture look misty white as when external fog filter is attached to lens Softens image and gives it fancy look ND ND ND EFFECT ND EFFECT Black mist darkens picture as when ND filter is used Helps to counter effects of glare on subject La La SEPIA Sepia Scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving effect of older movie Use together with Cinema I pg 17 for authentic look of classic Hollywood movie 9 TWILIGHT Twilight Disengages auto gain control and auto focus locks focus to infinity and white balance to outdoor mode Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic Twilight PROGRAM AE select dial Tally lamp DIAL SYMBOL VIEWFINDER MODE D D Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action 12000 HE s 1 2000 High Speed Shutter 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode X QO SELF TIMER 15 sec Self Timer 15 sec Self Timer Lets you delay recording start after Recording Start Stop is pressed If camcorder is secured operator can enter scene before recording starts 1 Set PROGRAM AE dial to S 155 appears in viewfinder 2 Press Recording Start Stop Recording starts after 15 seconds e Tally lamp begins blinking blinking speed increases about 5 seconds before recording starts Blinking stops when recording begins but light stays on NOTES e Only one
28. e 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 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 Compartment door E a PLAYBACK Basic Connections 2 7 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 A V cable CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 7 As shown in the illustration at left connect the provided A V cable between the AUDIO and A V cable provided VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on sseshens anaman mn the VCR SUPPLY POWER
29. e locks the focus in place which is especially helpful in the following situations When things pass between your subject and the Function SEL camcorder Engage the focus lock function to lock your subject in before recording When you want your subject to be focused and to appear in a corner of the screen First centre 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 Press Function SEL until FOCUS appears to the right of F1 LOCK FOCUS Press F1 The focus lock indication 4 gt appears in the viewfinder RELEASE FOCUS LOCK Press F1 Focus lock is immediately released The focus lock indication disappears NOTES e f 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 KF pg 11 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject T Po Power zoom switch Viewfinder F1 button F1 FOCUS F2 EXP F2 button 19 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments pg 7 If you havent do so before con
30. ears in parentheses 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 The camcorder prerolls during R A Edit so there must be at least 15 seconds of recording material prior to any in point e Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points e If 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 U SE E a EN 52 ORIGINAL TAPE camcorder 1 3 IN IN O y y 2 OUT IN OUT y UT ha EDITED TAPE VCR EDIT STOP AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press EDIT on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order END AUTOMATIC EDITING 3 When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode Press STOP on both units NOTES f you performed step 1C on page 31 ke
31. effect can be engaged at a time e When the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one mode to another the newly selected mode s name and its indication is displayed in the viewfinder for approx 3 seconds Then the name disappears and only the indication remains e The screen becomes slightly reddish when the fader C pg 16 is used in the Sepia mode e 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 colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights High Speed Shutter T Po White balance mode indicator White Balance Adjustment This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for No indication s automatic white balance adjustment However precise Auto colour adjustment is not possible under the following conditions MWB E 4 6 When an object is in various shades of the same colour i ft When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment SELECT MODE 1 Press MWB Manual White Balance until the required indication appears in the viewfinder Outdoors on cloudy day Outdoors on sunny day Light source
32. ep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing The on screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene To dub a copy of the camcorder s source tape perform R A EDIT by specifying only one in point and no out point The contents of the tape from the specified in point to the end of the tape are automatically copied There may be noise at in or out points on the edited tape with certain VCRs 1 2 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL Player JVC VCR To R A EDIT Editing cable 3 5 3 5 provided Recording deck To PAUSE IN OOO provided with 0000 GR AX460 OOOO optional for GR AX360 AX260 Using the RM V704U remote control it is also possible to perform deck to deck Random Assemble Editing The playback deck must be an R A Edit capable JVC VCR The recording deck can be W a VCR other than JVC or m a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R A EDIT connector How to use Connect the playback deck and RM V704U as shown on the left Set the RM V704U to correspond to the brand of the recording deck I P 31 For Random Assemble Editing procedure please refer to the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the playback deck Notes m RM V704U cannot be used to control the playback deck m RM V704U is capable of controling basic operations of the recording deck While pressing VCR CTL press P
33. ference will occur in the camcorder playback picture M 0 00 00 PLAY PAUSE Tape counter PLAYBACK Basic Playback NOTE Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in BASIC CONNECTIONS pg 27 LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Load as you did in the recording procedure 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 STOP PLAYBACK 4 Press STOP Rewind or Fast forward the Tape Press REW to rewind or FF to fast forward the tape during stop mode NOTE The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in STOP mode To turn on again set the power switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY PLAYBACK Features ZW pal RM V704U TRACKING COUNTER R M REW FF STOP PAUSE PLAY provided with GR AX460 optional for GR AX360 AX260 PLAY PAUSE zzz E Po FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTES Manual Tracking To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen 1 Press either TRACKING button as many times as necessary for best picture e To reset TRACKING to the original preset press both TRACKING buttons simultaneously e Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE Still Playback To pause during playback 1 Press PLAY PAUSE during playback 2
34. fire Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark m The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91 157 EEC and 93 86 EEC m Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly Cd CAUTIONS W 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 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 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 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 VESI Ha PAL 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 This unit is produced
35. gt pg 6 Battery Pack Mount see I pg 4 Electronic Viewfinder I gt pg 7 I LENS COVER Switch KF pg 10 il Grip Strap aaa pg 8 A Tripod Mounting Socket I gt pg 8 ST e 3NDENNENN I CGT 357 CMC 45MIN T45 F FADER FACINEMA REC PAUSE 8 SPORTS LENS COVER 121 4S 5MIN gt gt gt INDEX FADER IOS amp MERRY CHRISTMAS 25 12 96 Viewfinder Indications 10 55 CD PROGRAM AE Indicator F pg 14 Displayed at 2 for approx 3 seconds when the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indicator remains at 1 3 Focus Indicator eene G pg 18 White Balance Mode Indicator G pg 15 Zoom Level Indicator G pg 11 Exposure Indicator Bar CF pg 20 6 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level ER Cua 73120 71 When the power is almost gone the indicator blinks then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one 552i ttr IT pg 4 D Cassette Warning KT pg 7 Blinks when no cassette or a cassette with the Erase Protection tab removed is loaded Intelligent Function Control ridi cator sorteo to TOR C pg 16 9 Remaining Tape Time E pg 10 Tape Length Indicat
36. hould start ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE 2 Press and hold A DUB and press PAUSE BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the playback mode NOTES e Audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments e f the camcorder s mike is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is too high whistling or howling may occur 36 Controls CD PROGRAM AE Select Dial pg 14 F1 Function 1 Button I gt pg 16 CD PUSELBUttOn sesura r re heart KT pg 7 Function SEL Button eee CF pg 16 F2 Function 2 Button I gt pg 16 EJECT Switch essere F pg 7 D AUTO PAUSE ONJOFF Svvitch GR AX460 only eee CF pg 12 LIGHT ON AUTO OFF Switch GR AX460 only CF pg 13 9 Diopter Adjustment ssess I pg 7 Power Zoom Switch pg 11 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch gt pg 4 2 MWB Manual White Balance BUOM CF pg 15 9 Tape Length TAPE30 45 Select B iton eerte I pg 7 COUNTER R Reset M Memory LI m M C pg 29 EDIT Button seeee enen eee CF pg 30 5 DATE TIME Buttons ee Kr pg 6 CHAR Character SET Buttons I pg 22 TRACKING Buttons
37. is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB With a memorized personal White Balance setting see below MVVB 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 ADJUST FOCUS Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper and adjust focus manually pg 19 ADJUST WHITE BALANCE Press MWB until MWB appears then press and hold MWB for more than 3 seconds e 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 MWB until the indication disappears or turn the PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK e Re adjust the White Balance Mode when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned on and off again or when the PROGRAM AE dial s position has been changed e It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance BASIC CONNECTIONS t3 pg 27 e When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 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 aproximates to green orange
38. it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS t pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries Date Time Settings SELECT MODE 1 Set the power switch to CAMERA SET DATE TIME Press SET and the day blinks Press or to set the day Repeat to set month year hour and minute Day Month Year START CLOCK DATE Date setting is performed Press SET The blinking stops The date and time are both displayed for confirmation then the time display disappears NOTE The clock does not keep time while the date and time are DATE 1 1 00 blinki TIME 0 00 inking Time 24 hour indication TIME Time setting is performed T Po 7 TAPE30 45 tape length select button 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 Tape Length Setting SET TAPE LENGTH 1 Set the tape length button according to the length of the tape used T30 30 minutes of recording time and T45 45 minutes NOTE The tape remaining time indicator does not vvork vvith tapes other than EC30 and EC45 See Basic Recording on pg 10 for tape remaining time indicator Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT
39. n using the shoulder strap 5 This camcorder features a built in head cleaner which automatically cleans the CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth 2 CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper 3 REMOVE EYEPIECE Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out CLEAN VIEWFINDER Remove dust using a blower brush RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise heads and head drum when a cassette is NOTES loaded or unloaded If however the heads 6 Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as become dirty and cause blurriness or benzine or alcohol interruption in the playback picture e Cleaning should be done only after the battery consult your nearest JVC dealer pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mold may form if the lens is left dirty EHENENENSW T E Po 40 TROUBLESHOOTING POVVER No power is supplied The battery pack has not been attached correctly gt pg 4 The battery pack is not charged F pg 4 The power supply has not been correctly connected KF pg 5 RECORDING Recording cannot be performed 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 Recording does not start The camcorder power switch has not been set to CAMER
40. nually SELECT MODE Press Function SEL until EXP appears to the right of F2 BRIGHTEN IMAGE While holding down F2 slide the power zoom switch to T The Exposure indicator bar appears in the viewfinder OR DARKEN IMAGE While holding down F2 slide the power zoom e Fi button F2 button switch to VV The Exposure indicator bar appears in the viewfinder Viewfinder Fi FOCUS F2 EXP Power zoom switch When you want to return to the factory setting RESTORE INITIAL SETTING Press F2 The standard setting is immediately restored and the Exposure indicator bar disappears Function SEL button To brighten the image Tobrighenthe mage gj To darken the image Exposure indicator bar FI button F2 button S e Zyre e Function SEL button e Date display Auto Date Record mode Character Generator Date Time display Date off mode On screen display Date display Auto Date Record mode AUTO DATE Auto date record mode Auto date record executed Character Generator Date Time display 25 12 96 10 50 IN PARIS FRANCE No Characters stored Example of stored characters NOTES In the On Screen Display mode the date is displayed and recorded The on screen display is not available during recording E a Date Time Character Insert This feature allows you to display date time and characters in you
41. o record a black blank screen e The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is used with Sepia pg 14 e With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 14 engaged the image fades in out to a white screen Function SEL button 1 T Po 17 Cinema mode Cinema This feature allows you to record black bars at the top i9 ESQ and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like Nj gt d wide screen effect Sp IK e Ec ll SELECT MODE Press Function SEL until CINEMA appears to the right of F2 ENGAGE CINEMA MODE 2 Press F2 RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN Press F2 again while CINEMA appears next to F2 in the viewfinder a E I l y I 8 RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous detection zone 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 colour 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 The low contrast warning amp lt PA appears in the viewfinder Focus Lock This featur
42. or s gt pg 7 Recording Indicator I pg 10 Record Standby Indicator F pg 10 Lens Cover Warning ne pg 10 Index Code Marking I pg 12 89 Fade Standby Indicator I pg 16 Clock Battery Warning Appears when the clock lithium battery is not in place or exhausted For inserting or replacing the clock battery sse Insert Editing Indicator Audio Dubbing Indicator Condensation Warning When this indicator appears all functions are disabled Turn the unit off for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indicator should disappear Instant Title aa gen I gt pg 23 Date Time Character esses I gt pg 21 Interval Time Recording Time Indicator I pg 24 EHENENENSW T o M S 38 DANGER 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 between the video light and people or object Do not use near flammable or explosive materials Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light unit General Battery Precautions e When
43. oses 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 SH 1111 e MM X S 3 39 About moisture condensation Main Unit Unit You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into 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 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 enter the unit Moisture on the head drum can cause severe remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself camcorder is not in use Serious malfunctioning 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to e
44. playback mode NOTES e Insert Editing may not work correctly if a blank segment exists in the recorded tape e The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear REW Neither indicates a defect in the unit PAUSE e To edit onto a tape with the recording safety tab removed cover the hole with adhesive tape Tape Counter Insert editing indicator Viewfinder A DUB e Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing INSERT mode When the sound is to be recorded press PLAY A DUB and PAUSE simultaneously after Step 5 When INSERT and PAUSE are pressed simultaneously again RM V704U the unit re enters the Video signal only provided with GR AX460 Recording mode I optional for GR AX360 AX260 e If the camcorder s mike is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is too high whistling or howling may occur Audio dubbing indicator Vievvfinder REW A DUB PAUSE PLAY RM V704U provided with GR AX460 optional for GR AX360 AX260 5 E Tl a 35 Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure c pg 34 before continuing 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 s
45. r High Speed Shutter mode C pg 14 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode I pg 14 is engaged the light will not activate DANGER m 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 m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E t is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light SK 1111 g RECORDING Advanced Features cont 14 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 until the desired indication appears in the viewfinder The mode is activated about 1 second later DIAL SYMBOL VIEWFINDER MODE LOCK EXC TITA Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing accidental misoperation button pressing during shooting CINEMA FADER FOCUS EXPOSURE DISPLAY TITLES and MWB Manual White Balance controls are disabled in this mode Auto Mode RELEASE M auro RELEASE Auto Mode Release Re enables controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock FG FG FOG Electronic Fog Filter Electroni
46. r viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor record them manually or automatically and even make your own titles NOTE You should already have performed the Date Time Setting procedure pg 6 If you haven t do so before continuing DISPLAY SELECT DISPLAY Press Function SEL until DISP appears to the right of F2 CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE Press F2 while in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration at left NOTES The selected display can be recorded e If you don t want to record the display select Date off mode before shooting If you want to delete the display during shooting press F2 e If you want to call back a deleted display engage the Record Standby mode and then select the desired display mode using F2 AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the day month and year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations After changing the date After loading a cassette After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing F2 In this mode the month day and year are replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE NOTES e Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this mode and disables all other modes In the Auto Date Record mode if the date changes while you re shooting the date indication is recorded for about 5 seconds from that point It is not recorded during any other recordings made on that day ON SCREEN
47. ry DC OUT terminal A Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustra EX tion to the left l NOTES a 404 KOR e When using the car battery leave the engine hi V AC Power idling A DC cord Adapter Charger e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can JH AA VITEG also be used to charge the battery pack wm When using the optional Car Battery Charger or zy Car Battery Cord AP V7E refer to the respective Car Battery Cord To car s instruction booklet AP V7E optional cigarette e USING AC POVVER socke Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in the illustration to the left NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V Car Battery Charger Adapter BH V3E optional T E Po GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Removal Insertion This battery is necessary to operate the clock 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 G and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensuring the plus 4 side is up insert the supplied lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until
48. ted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack e Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery ack e Kibe 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 partway through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord e Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging 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 e 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 EMT ET 7 fd ie LO To AC outlet Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Batte
49. tinuing SELECT MODE Press Function SEL until FOCUS appears to the right of F1 ADJUST FOCUS A TO FARTHER SUBJECT While holding down F1 slide the power zoom switch to T The Manual Focus indications amp pub appear and gt blinks Go to step 3 TO NEARER SUBJECT While holding down F1 slide the power zoom switch to W The Manual Focus indications 2 4 ik appear and 4 blinks Go to step 3 LOCK FOCUS Release the power zoom switch The focus indication is replaced by the focus lock indication 4 and the adjusted focus is locked in RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE Press F1 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 Two manual focusing speeds are available For slow speed push the switch slightly and hold that position For fast speed push the switch fully When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer M or Sa will blink T E Po 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 ma
50. ts to prevent slipping 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 U SE Infrared beam effective area 10 5m Remote sensor The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause misoperations when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting E Tl a 9 Remote Control Unit The RM V704U 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 To operate point it at the camcorder s remote sensor The RM V704U is provided with GR AX460 and is available optionally for GR AX360 AX260 PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER Pull out the battery holder according to the type of remote control unit you have Type Pull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock hole Type 8 Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery holder INSERT BATTERY Insert the lithium battery CR2025 with its plus 4 side up into the battery holder REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place Read warning on lithium battery F pg 2 Release tab Functions Buttons With the camcorder s power switch set to With the camcorder s power s
51. witch set to CAMERA PLAY 0 PAUSE IN connector D Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal transmitting window CF pg 32 OQ MBR SET button CF pg 31 Q INT TIME button Self Timer Time lapse IG pg 24 25 OQ REC TIME button Animation Time lapse IG pg 25 OFF button Retake Forward I pg 11 FF FF Shuttle Search gt pg 28 REW button Retake Rewind IG pg 11 Rew Rew Shuttle Search F pg 28 PAUSE button um Pause I gt pg 29 PLAY button Playback start I pg 28 D START STOP button Functions same as the Recording Start Stop button of the camcorder VISS button Index code marking I pg 12 D ZOOM T W button Zoom invariable speed F pg 11 B VCR CTL button DA DUB button CF pg 31 Audio dubbing I pg 35 D STOP button Stop I pg 28 D INSERT button Insert Editing I pg 34 DR A EDIT button CF pg 32 LENS COVER SVVITCH Start Stop The power indicator Tape remaining time indicator 45MIN 44MIN gt 3MIN 1MIN Blinking 2MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking MIN Now calculating Tally lamp a E hn RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing e Power gt pg 4 e Tape Length Setting pg 7 e Grip Adjustment pg
52. wn 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 3 To prevent damage to the camcorder 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 Ranges CHAIRING cocti tirer eei 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C Storage EA 10 C to 30 C NOTES Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C e 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 exp
53. x 1 hr 10 min BN V22U approx 2 hrs 10 min approx 7 hrs BN V25U approx 2 hrs 40 min approx 10 hrs USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place DETACH BATTERY PACK 2 Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME GR AX460 AX260 GR AX360 BN V12U 1 hr 5 min 35 min 1 hr BATT RELEASE BATT PACK BN V22U 2 hrs 15 min 1 hr 25 min 2 hrs 10 min BN V25U 3 hrs 1 hr 50 min 2 hrs 50 min when the video light is on GR AX460 only REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging To discharge the battery 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 A CHARGE MARKER Charge marker A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged NOTES e The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs Charging times no
54. xcessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration For Your Maintenance near a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or 1 After Use electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer D Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette G Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Press BATT RELEASE to remove the battery ack G Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover H near a heater 2 Cleaning The Camcorder 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder swing it excessively whe
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