JVC GR AXM88UM User Manual
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
VIDEOCAMARA VHS COMPACTO  
CÂMERA VHS COMPACTA  
GR-AXM88UM  
Compact VHS  
INSTRUCTIONS  
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES  
INSTRUÇÕES  
LYT0002-0L5A  
2
EN  
Dear Customer,  
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.  
Ⅲ Dispose of used battery promptly.  
Ⅲ Keep away from children.  
Ⅲ Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in  
fire.  
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 (੬ pg. 7).  
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to  
read these as well.  
•Basic and advanced features/operation are  
separated for easier reference.  
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-V11U/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.)  
It is recommended that you . . .  
..... refer to the Index (੬ pgs. 49 – 52) and  
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.  
before use.  
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that  
follow and cautions (੬ pgs. 53, 54). They  
contain extremely important information  
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.  
SAFETY  
NOTES:  
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and  
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the  
back of the main unit.  
PRECAUTIONS  
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the  
AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.  
WARNING:  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE  
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR  
MOISTURE.  
This unit is produced to comply with Standard  
IEC Publ. 65.  
CAUTIONS:  
Ⅲ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.  
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer  
servicing to qualified personnel.  
Ⅲ 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.  
EN  
3
IMPORTANT PRODUCT  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
ANTENNA INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
Electrical energy can perform many useful func-  
tions. But improper use can result in potential  
electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has  
been engineered and  
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  
manufactured to assure your personal safety. In  
order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe  
the following basic rules for its installation, use and  
servicing.  
ATTENTION:  
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions  
marked on your product and its operating instruc-  
tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and  
operating instructions before you operate this  
product and keep this manual for future reference.  
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.  
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.  
3. Power Lines  
An outside antenna system should not be located in  
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other  
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall  
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an  
outside antenna system, extreme care should be  
taken to keep from touching such power lines or  
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
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.  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
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.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
4. Ventilation  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION  
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-in installation  
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper  
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s  
instructions have been adhered to.  
810-20)  
ELECTRIC SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING  
CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250. PART H)  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting  
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling  
only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
4
EN  
USE  
SERVICING  
1. Servicing  
1. Accessories  
To avoid personal injury:  
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.  
•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. 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.  
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.  
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the product does not operate normally by  
following the operating instructions. Adjust only  
those controls that are covered by the operating  
instructions as an improper adjustment of other  
controls may result in damage and will often  
require extensive work by a qualified technician  
to restore the product to its normal operation.  
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in  
any way.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
(Symbol provided by RETAC)  
3. Water and Moisture  
Do not use this product  
near water—for example,  
near a bath tub, wash  
bowl, kitchen sink or  
laundry tub, in a wet  
basement, or near a  
swimming pool and the  
like.  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in  
performance—this indicates a need for service.  
3. Replacement Parts  
4. Object and Liquid Entry  
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.  
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  
4. Safety Check  
Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
manufacturer of this product as they may cause  
hazards.  
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.  
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.  
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE  
EN  
5
INSERTING A VIDEO  
CASSETTE  
SUPPLY POWER  
Hook on.  
EJECT  
1
2
3
Push in.  
2
4
BATT. RELEASE  
PUSH  
1
MONITOR OPEN  
Using the battery pack  
1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to the  
camcorder. (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 8)  
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into  
place.  
1 Slide MONITOR OPEN to open the LCD  
monitor.  
•Open to an angle of over 45 degrees.  
2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder.  
3 Insert a video cassette.  
4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 13)  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
PLAYBACK  
PLAY/PAUSE  
SHOOTING  
3
1
STOP  
LENS COVER  
open/close knob  
2
REW  
2
Set to “CAMERA”  
1
Recording Start/Stop button  
3
Set to “PLAY”  
1 Set the power switch to “PLAY”.  
1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to  
open the lens cover.  
2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”.  
— The power indicator will light and an  
image will appear in the LCD monitor or  
the viewfinder.  
2 Press REW.  
— The tape will automatically stop at the  
beginning of the tape.  
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.  
— Playback starts and the playback picture  
appears in the viewfinder or the LCD  
monitor.  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop button.  
— Recording starts.  
•To stop playback, press STOP.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 34.)  
•The viewfinder switches off automatically to  
save power when the LCD monitor is opened  
at an angle of over 45 degrees.  
•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is  
opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.  
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily  
press the Recording Start/Stop button once  
again.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 15, 16)  
•The viewfinder switches off automatically to  
save power when the LCD monitor is  
opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.  
•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is  
opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.  
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR  
using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).  
੬ pg. 37  
MAJOR FEATURES  
6
EN  
REMEMBER  
Integrated Auto Light  
(੬ pg. 19)  
The Logical Choice  
Picture Stabilizer (੬ pg. 24)  
The only compact video  
cassettes that can be  
used with your VHS VCR*  
Digital Hyper Zoom  
(੬ pg. 18)  
Program AE with Special  
Zoom-in  
Effects (੬ pg. 20)  
Ⅲ Auto Mode Lock Ⅲ Auto Mode Release  
Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter Ⅲ ND Effect  
Ⅲ Sepia Ⅲ Twilight Ⅲ Sports  
Ⅲ 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Zoom-out  
Random Assemble Editing  
(੬ pg. 39 – 41)  
LCD Color Monitor (੬ pg. 16)  
180°  
2
8
5
4
1
6
3
7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
90°  
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
•AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V11EG  
•Cassette Adapter  
(VHS PlayPak) C-P7U  
•Battery Pack  
BN-V11U  
•Remote Control  
Unit RM-V705U  
•Shoulder  
Strap  
•Lithium Battery  
CR2025 x 2  
•DC Cord  
Cassettes marked  
can be used with this camcorder.  
CONTENTS  
EN  
7
GETTING STARTED  
8
Power ...............................................................................................8  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal................................................. 10  
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................................................................ 10  
Date/Time Setting ............................................................................. 11  
Tape Length Setting ............................................................................ 12  
Recording Mode Setting ....................................................................... 12  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................... 13  
Grip Adjustment ................................................................................ 14  
Shoulder Strap Attachment.................................................................... 14  
Tripod Mounting ................................................................................ 14  
RECORDING  
15  
Basic Recording ................................................................................. 15  
Basic Features................................................................................... 18  
Advanced Features ............................................................................. 20  
PLAYBACK  
34  
Basic Playback .................................................................................. 34  
Features ......................................................................................... 35  
Basic Connections............................................................................... 36  
Using The Cassette Adapter................................................................... 37  
EDITING  
38  
Tape Dubbing.................................................................................... 38  
Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit)......................................................... 39  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT  
42  
Insert Editing .................................................................................... 44  
Audio Dubbing .................................................................................. 45  
USER MAINTENANCE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
INDEX  
46  
47  
49  
LCD monitor/Viewfinder ...................................................................... 49  
Controls.......................................................................................... 50  
Connectors....................................................................................... 50  
Indicators ........................................................................................ 50  
Other Parts...................................................................................... 50  
Terms ............................................................................................. 52  
CAUTIONS  
53  
55  
55  
SPECIFICATIONS  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
GETTING STARTED  
8
EN  
Power  
CHG. (charge) indicator  
Marks  
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you  
choose the most appropriate source of power.  
POWER  
indicator  
To AC outlet  
NOTES:  
● No function is available without power supply.  
● Use only specified power supply.  
● Do not use provided power supply units with other  
equipment.  
END  
indicator  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
SUPPLY POWER  
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall  
1
2
outlet. The power indicator lights.  
REFRESH switch  
REFRESH indicator  
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.  
3
Hook on.  
BATT. PACK  
CHARGE  
DISCHARGE  
approx.  
1
BN-V11U  
BN-V12U  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx.  
3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.  
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.  
Push in.  
2
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
BATT. RELEASE  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the  
ATTENTION:  
1
2
battery pack in until it locks in place.  
Before detaching the power source,  
make sure that the camcorder’s power  
is turned off. Failure to do so can result  
in a camcorder malfunction.  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
**REFRESH  
BATT.  
PACK  
LCD monitor on/  
Viewfinder off  
LCD monitor off/  
Viewfinder on  
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH  
function that allows you to fully discharge the  
battery pack before recharging.  
BN-V11U  
BN-V12U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
45 (30)  
45 (30)  
100 (70)  
130 (95)  
50 (35)  
50 (35)  
110 (75)  
150 (100)  
To discharge the battery . . .  
..... attach the battery pack to the adapter as  
shown in the above illustration. Then push  
REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator lights  
when discharging starts, and goes out  
when discharging is complete.  
(
): when the light is on.  
EN  
9
**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.  
Charge marker  
NOTES:  
● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and  
the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.  
● Charging times noted on page 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.  
● High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t  
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.  
● If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before  
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.  
● Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.  
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.  
● Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.  
● 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  
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery  
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the  
illustration to the left).  
To AC outlet  
DC OUT  
terminal  
To DC  
in jack  
NOTES:  
● When using the car battery, leave the engine  
idling.  
AC Power  
Adapter/Charger  
AA-V11EG  
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can  
also be used to charge the battery pack.  
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger or  
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective  
instruction booklet.  
DC cord  
To car's  
cigarette  
lighter socket  
USING AC POWER  
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in  
the illustration to the left).  
Car Battery Cord  
AP-V7U (optional)  
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-V3U (optional)  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
10  
EN  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal  
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to  
perform date/time settings.  
A
SWITCH OFF POWER  
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power  
1
2
3
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  
A
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.  
4
5
CLOSE COVER  
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.  
NOTE:  
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 2) for information  
on safe handling of lithium batteries.  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
POSITION VIEWFINDER  
3
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability  
1
2
3
(see illustration at left).  
SELECT MODE  
1
Set the power switch to CAMERA.  
2
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  
NEAR  
SELECT MODE  
First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the  
PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except  
AUTO LOCK.  
1
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press MENU.  
MENU FAR  
2
3
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 – to until the correct  
setting appears.  
4
•If you decide you want to return the date and time  
to the previous settings, press FAR or NEAR to  
move the highlight bar to “Cancel”, then press  
MENU.  
•If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
START CLOCK OPERATION  
Once you’ve set the date and time, press FAR or  
NEAR until “Set” begins to blink, then press MENU.  
The Menu screen reappears.  
LCD monitor or viewfinder  
5
6
Gain Up  
S.LX  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
07  
Tele Macro  
Interval Timer  
Rec Time  
Menu Screen  
CLOSE MENU  
Press MENU.  
JLIP ID NO.  
Tally  
ON  
Set Character  
Date/Time  
NOTES:  
END :MENU KEY  
● To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time  
Insert” (੬ pg. 28).  
● 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.  
Set Time and  
Date Screen  
JAN 1.00 AM 12:00  
Set Cancel  
Date  
Month/Day/Year  
Time  
12-hour indication with  
AM or PM  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
12  
EN  
Tape Length Setting  
T20•30•40 tape length select button  
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape  
used.  
SET TAPE LENGTH  
Press T20•30•40 until the required indication  
SP-EP recording  
mode button  
1
appears in the LCD monitor or the veiwfinder. T20 =  
20 minutes of recording time, T30 = 30 minutes,  
and T40 = 40 minutes (in SP).  
NOTE:  
The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 15) displayed in the  
LCD monitor or the viewfinder is correct only if the  
correct tape length has been selected.  
Recording Mode Setting  
Set depending on your preference.  
SET RECORDING MODE  
Press SP•EP button. “SP” (Standard Play) provides  
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.  
1
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.  
Tape length indicator  
NOTE:  
T30  
T20  
T30  
T40  
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the  
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
LCD monitor or  
viewfinder  
Recording mode indicator  
SP  
SP  
EP  
EN  
13  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
OPEN LCD MONITOR  
Slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitor  
to an angle of over 45 degrees.  
2
1
2
3
4
5
4
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER  
Press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force  
to open.  
3
1
5
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE  
1
Make sure the label is facing outward.  
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER  
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and  
locked.  
CLOSE LCD MONITOR  
First make sure the holder is closed. Then close the  
LCD monitor.  
Turn to take  
up slack.  
Erase Protection  
Gear  
NOTES:  
● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is  
still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.  
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the  
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the  
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the  
slack.  
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position  
that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some  
cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been  
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
● The cassette holder can’t be opened while the  
camcorder is in the record mode.  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
14  
EN  
EXPAND LOOP  
Separate the Velcro strip.  
1
2
3
INSERT HAND  
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH  
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate  
the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom  
lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording Start/Stop button  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
ATTACH STRAP  
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap  
1
through the top of the eyelet 1, 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.  
1
3
2
2
1
ADJUST LENGTH  
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then  
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to  
prevent slipping 2.  
2
Tripod Mounting  
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN  
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud  
hole. Then tighten the screw.  
1
CAUTION:  
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend  
its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To  
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.  
RECORDING Basic Recording  
EN  
15  
NOTE:  
Tape remaining time indicator  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
● Power (੬ pg. 8)  
● Tape Length/Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)  
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 14)  
25min  
*---min  
(Now calculating)  
120min  
119min  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD  
monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees.  
1
Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
Power indicator  
3min  
2min (Blinking)  
1min (Blinking)  
0min (Blinking)  
Shooting while watching the viewfinder  
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE  
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.  
2
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open  
the lens cover, then set the power switch to  
CAMERA.  
•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.  
LENS COVER  
Switch  
DISPLAY button  
START SHOOTING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button.  
POWER  
Start/Stop  
3
4
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,  
and “REC ” appears in the viewfinder.  
STOP RECORDING  
Tally lamp  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop  
recording.  
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby  
mode.  
NOTES:  
● When the power switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, the  
LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.  
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply is attached.  
● There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force.  
● The tape’s remaining time is displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder as shown.  
● The indicated remaining time is approximate.  
● The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary  
according to the type of tape used.  
● The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (੬ pg. 12).  
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition  
for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.  
● While shooting, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove some indiations from the screen (੬ pg. 49).  
● If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the  
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA”  
to turn the camcorder on again.  
● If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes,  
recording may not start immediately.  
● If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (੬ pg. 18) to find the end of the last  
recording so you don’t erase any of it.  
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed.  
● While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.  
RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.)  
16  
EN  
Shooting while watching the LCD monitor  
Before the following steps, perform step 1 (੬ pg. 15).  
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE  
LENS COVER  
Switch  
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Slide the  
2
LENS COVER open/close switch to open the lens  
cover, then set the power switch to CAMERA.  
•The power indicator lights and the camcorder  
enters the Record–Standby mode.  
•The scene you’re aimed at appears in the LCD  
monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed  
upon it.  
POWER  
Start/Stop  
Power indicator  
START SHOOTING  
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best  
viewability (੬ pg. 17) and press the Recording  
Start/Stop button.  
3
4
MONITOR  
OPEN  
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,  
and “REC ” appears in the LCD monitor.  
STOP RECORDING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop  
recording.  
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby  
mode.  
Tape remaining time indicator  
25min  
*---min  
NOTES:  
(Now calculating)  
●
When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct  
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this  
happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder  
(੬ pg. 15).  
120min  
119min  
●
For other notes, refer to pg. 15.  
3min  
2min (Blinking)  
1min (Blinking)  
0min (Blinking)  
Tally lamp  
EN  
17  
Journalistic shooting  
In some situations different angles of shooting may be  
required for more dramatic results.  
OPEN LCD MONITOR  
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.  
1
TILT LCD MONITOR  
Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient  
2
direction.  
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle  
(270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).  
Self-recording  
You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in  
the LCD monitor.  
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD  
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180  
1
2
degrees so that it faces forward.  
START RECORDING  
Point the lens toward yourself and start recording.  
•During self-recording, the monitor image and  
indications do not appear inverted as when  
viewing a mirror.  
Brightness control  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by  
turning the BRIGHT dial.  
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS  
If you want to brighten the image...  
1
Turn the dial toward “+”.  
If you want to darken the image...  
Turn the dial toward “–”.  
BRIGHT dial  
RECORDING Basic Features  
18  
EN  
FEATURE:  
Zooming  
PURPOSE:  
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or  
an instantaneous change in image  
magnification.  
Zoom-in  
OPERATION:  
36X Hyper zoom  
Digital circuitry doubles the  
maximum 18x magnification offered  
by optical zoom.  
Zoom-out  
1) To zoom in, slide the Zoom Lever  
toward “T”.  
2) To zoom out, slide toward “W”.  
NOTES:  
● During Hyper Zoom, the speed  
increases the further you slide the  
Zoom Lever.  
Zoom indicator  
bar  
● Focusing may become unstable  
during Hyper Zoom. In this case,  
set the zoom while in Record–  
Standby, set manual focus or Focus  
Lock (੬ pg. 22, 23), then zoom in  
or out in Record mode.  
Zoom Level  
indicator  
● The Zoom Level Indicator (5) 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.  
● During digital image processing,  
the quality of the image may suffer.  
RETAKE (R/F)  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Quick Review  
To check the end of the last  
recording.  
OPERATION:  
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.  
Power zoom lever  
NOTE:  
Distortion may occur at start of  
playback. This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
Retake  
PURPOSE:  
OPERATION:  
To re-record certain segments.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the  
Record–Standby mode.  
2) Press either RETAKE button to  
reach the start point for new  
recording. Pressing “F” forwards  
the tape and pressing “R” reverses  
it.  
3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start  
recording.  
NOTE:  
Noise may appear during Retake.  
This is normal.  
EN  
19  
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.  
1 ON  
: Always keeps the light on as long as the  
camcorder is turned on.  
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the  
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on  
the subject.  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s  
power on.  
•It is recommended to set the white balance  
(੬ pg. 29) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the  
video light.  
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save  
battery power.  
NOTES:  
● Even if the battery indicator (  
) does not blink in the  
LCD monitor or the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s  
charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automati-  
cally 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  
(੬ pg. 21) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.  
•While the Twilight mode (੬ pg. 21) is engaged, the  
light will not activate.  
DANGER  
•The video light can become extremely hot. Do not  
touch it either while in operation or soon after  
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.  
•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.  
RECORDING Advanced Features  
20  
EN  
Program AE With Special Effects  
1 second later, the mode is activated.  
All you have to do to access any of the variety of  
After 1 sec.  
shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial.  
Sepia  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbol  
1
of the function you want is aligned with the mark.  
LCD monitor or  
viewfinder  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed in the LCD monitor or 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 time.  
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/  
Wipe (੬ pg. 25) is used in the Sepia mode.  
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed  
Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted situations.  
● 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.  
Mark  
C
U
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
EN  
21  
Dial  
LCD monitor/  
Dial  
LCD monitor/  
Mode  
Auto Mode Lock  
Mode  
symbol Viewfinder indication  
symbol Viewfinder indication  
LOCK  
Auto Lock  
Twilight  
Twilight  
Auto Mode Lock  
Twilight  
Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing  
incorrect operation due to accidental button  
pressing during shooting.  
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more  
natural and dramatic. The following happens when  
Twilight mode is selected:  
•In this mode the following controls are disabled;  
Fade/Wipe, Wide, Title, Display, M.W.B. (Manual  
White Balance), Manual Focus, Focus Lock,  
Exposure Control and MENU  
•Auto gain control is turned off.  
•White Balance is set to “ ” (outdoor mode), but  
can also be manually changed to another mode  
(੬ pg. 29).  
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of  
10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-  
camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual  
focusing (੬ pg. 23).  
RELEASE Auto Release  
Auto Mode Release  
Auto Mode Release  
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto  
Mode Lock.  
Sports  
Sports  
Sports  
FG  
FG : Fog  
Electronic Fog Filter  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
Electronic Fog Filter  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an  
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the  
image and gives it a “fancy“ look.  
1/1000 sec.  
1/1000  
1/2000  
S 1/1000  
S 1/2000  
1
High Speed Shutter  
1/2000 sec.  
2
High Speed Shutter  
ND  
ND : ND Effect  
ND Effect  
High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
ND Effect  
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND  
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on  
the subject.  
Sepia  
Sepia  
Sepia  
The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted  
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of  
an older movie. Use together with Wide (੬ pg. 26)  
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood  
movie.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
22  
EN  
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.*  
Focus  
detection zone  
NEAR  
•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.  
FAR  
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light  
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.  
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast  
background.  
* The low-contrast warning “  
monitor or the viewfinder.  
” appears in the LCD  
Focus Lock  
This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially  
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.  
•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.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
LOCK FOCUS  
NOTES:  
Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “  
appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
”
● 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.  
● When shooting a subject close to the lens,  
zoom-out first (੬ pg. 18). If zoomed-in in  
the auto focus mode, the camcorder could  
automatically zoom out depending on the  
distance between the camcorder and the  
subject. *When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 31) is  
activated, the camcorder will not zoom out  
automatically.  
RELEASE FOCUS LOCK  
Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock  
indication disappears.  
EN  
23  
Manual Focus  
NEAR  
FAR  
NOTE:  
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder  
adjustments (੬ pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so before  
continuing.  
SELECT MODE  
Power zoom lever  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
except AUTO LOCK.  
ADJUST FOCUS  
To farther subject . . .  
Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications  
“
” appear and “ ” blinks.  
Go to step 3.  
To nearer subject . . .  
Press and hold NEAR. The Manual Focus indications  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
“
” appear and “ ” blinks.  
Go to step 3.  
LOCK FOCUS  
Release FAR or NEAR. The focus indication is  
3
4
replaced by the focus lock indication  
“
” 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:  
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto  
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you  
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,  
sharply focused images cannot be obtained when  
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at  
longer focal lengths.  
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or  
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
24  
EN  
Picture Stabilizer  
This feature compensates for unstable images caused by  
camera-shake, particularly noticeable at high magnifica-  
tion.  
ACTIVATE PICTURE STABILIZER  
Press PICTURE STABILIZER. “ ” appears in the  
1
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
PICTURE STABILIZER  
•To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press PICTURE  
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  
● 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  
1
2
except AUTO LOCK.  
BRIGHTEN IMAGE  
Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level  
indicator appears in the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder.  
+
02  
OR . . .  
LCD monitor or viewfinder  
Exposure Level Indicator  
DARKEN IMAGE  
Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level  
indicator appears in the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder.  
To brighten the image  
When you want to return to the factory setting . . .  
RESTORE INITIAL SETTING  
Press + and – simultaneously. The standard setting is  
immediately restored and the Exposure level  
indicator disappears.  
–
06  
+
06  
3
To darken the image  
EN  
25  
Fade/Wipe  
[Ex. : Black Fader]  
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.  
FADE IN  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
FADE OUT  
1
2
except AUTO LOCK.  
Function indication  
SELECT FUNCTION  
LCD monitor or  
viewfinder  
Press SEL. repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
Fade/Wipe  
Fade/Wipe  
Mosaic Fader  
After 2 sec.  
ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-  
STANDBY MODE  
Fade/Wipe  
Press SET to cycle through the modes as shown at  
left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected  
and reserved.  
3
BK  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder for  
approx. 2 seconds. Then the name disappears, and  
only the indication remains.  
BK  
Black Fader  
Mosaic Fader  
Shutter Wipe  
Slide Wipe  
START RECORDING  
Off  
Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and  
activate fade- or wipe-in.  
(No indication)  
4
OR . . .  
OFF  
END RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and  
engage fade- or wipe-out.  
TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-  
STANDBY MODE  
SET button  
SEL. button  
While “  
” is displayed, press SET twice.  
Fade/Wipe  
5
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the  
reserved fade or wipe is cancelled.  
B
K
Black Fader  
Fades in/out to a black screen.  
Mosaic Fader  
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic  
pattern.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
Shutter Wipe  
NOTES:  
A black screen moves in from the top and bottom,  
closing over the image like a shutter, or a new image  
pushes open the black screen vertically from the center.  
● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/  
Stop button allows you to record a black  
blank screen, or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic  
Fader is selected.  
Slide Wipe  
●
The screen becomes slightly reddish when  
the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia ( pg. 21).  
A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover  
the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.  
੬
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
26  
EN  
Wide  
LCD monitor or viewfinder  
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  
Wide mode  
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
LCD monitor or  
viewfinder  
Title  
Press SEL. repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
Wide  
ENGAGE WIDE MODE  
PressSET.  
Title indication  
No indication  
Happy Birthday  
Our Vacation  
RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN  
Press SET again while “ Wide” appears.  
Merry Christmas  
A Special Day  
Happy Holidays  
Our New Baby  
Wedding Day  
Congratulations  
Instant Titles  
The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can  
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as  
shown in the illustration to the left.  
DISPLAY  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
The characters you have set  
using Character Generator  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
SET button  
Press SEL. repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
Title  
SELECT PRESET TITLE  
Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to  
cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is  
displayed.  
SEL. button  
NOTES:  
● To delete the Instant Title during recording, press SEL.  
repeatedly until “  
” appears then press SET.  
Title  
● To recall a title, press SET again.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
EN  
27  
Character Generator  
MENU button  
FAR  
You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.  
NEAR  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
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).  
3
•To select the location of the next character, press  
+, –, FAR or NEAR to make the row of squares  
blink at the bottom 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.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
LCD monitor or viewfinder  
Gain Up  
S.LX  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
07  
Tele Macro  
Interval Timer  
Rec Time  
END CHARACTER SETTING  
Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make “End” blink, then  
JLIP ID NO.  
Tally  
4
press MENU twice to return to the normal screen.  
ON  
Set Character  
Date/Time  
NOTES:  
END :MENU KEY  
● To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make  
“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  
the top left corner, and then press MENU.  
● To display the characters you have set — “Instant Title”  
(੬ pg. 26) or “Date/Time/Character Insert”  
(੬ pg. 28).  
SET : MENU KEY  
A
K
U
È
.
B
L
C
D
N
E
O
Y
F
P
Z
G
Q
Ä
H
R
Ö
I
J
T
À
:
M
S
V W X  
Ü
&
ࡖ
9
Ò
,
Ì
Ù
Ñ Æ Ø  
Å
¿
–
’
/
!
?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8  
I
L I  
● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby  
mode.  
End  
Clear  
SET : MENU KEY  
A
B
L
C
D
N
E
O
Y
F
P
Z
G
Q
Ä
H
R
Ö
I
J
T
À
:
K
U
È
.
M
S
V W X  
Ü
&
ࡖ
9
Ò
,
Ì
Ù
Ñ Æ Ø  
Å
¿
–
’
/
!
?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8  
I
L I KE YOU  
ࡖ
End  
Clear  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
28  
EN  
Date/Time Character Insert  
This feature allows you to display date, time and characters  
in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected  
color monitor, record them manually or automatically, and  
even make your own titles.  
SET  
SEL.  
NOTE:  
You should already have performed the Date/Time  
Setting procedure (੬ pg. 11). If you haven’t, do so  
before continuing.  
DISPLAY  
LCD monitor  
SELECT MODE  
or viewfinder  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
Disp.  
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
SELECT DISPLAY  
Press SEL. repeatedly until “ Disp.” appears.  
CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE  
Date/Time display  
Date display  
Time display  
Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through  
the modes as shown in the illustration at left.  
Date-off mode  
(No indication)  
Auto Date  
Record mode  
The characters you have set using Character  
Generator  
NOTES:  
● The selected display can be recorded.  
● If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off  
mode before shooting.  
Date display  
Auto Date Record mode  
● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press  
SEL. repeatedly until “ Disp.” appears then press SET.  
● To recall the display, press SET again.  
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  
situations:  
Auto date record mode  
Time display  
•After changing the date.  
•After loading a cassette.  
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing  
SET.  
DEC 25.97  
In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with  
“Auto Date”.  
PM10:50:00  
Auto date record  
executed  
Date/Time display  
Characters  
NOTES:  
● Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the  
Auto Date Record 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.  
DEC 25.97 PM10:50:00  
I LIKE YOU 
ࡖ
 
Example of stored  
characters  
EN  
29  
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 adjustment is not possible under the following  
conditions:  
SET  
SEL.  
•When an object is in various shades of the same color.  
•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.  
LCD monitor  
SELECT MODE  
or viewfinder  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
M.W.B.  
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
MWB  
SELECT FUNCTION  
Press SEL. reapeatedly until “  
” appears.  
M.W.B.  
No indication  
MWB  
(Auto)  
SELECT WHITE BALANCE  
White balance  
mode indicator  
Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the  
required indication appears in the LCD monitor or  
the viewfinder.  
“MWB” .... With a memorized personal White  
Balance setting (see below)  
“
“
“
” ......... Outdoors on sunny day  
” ........Outdoors on cloudy day  
” ......... Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp  
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  
multiple subjects with different color temperatures.  
NOTES:  
● To switch to automatic white balance  
adjustment, press SET until the indication  
disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE select  
dial to “AUTO LOCK”.  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
except 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.  
ADJUST FOCUS  
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a  
sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually  
(੬ pg. 23).  
● When adjusted by putting colored paper in  
front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST  
FOCUS”), this unit makes its color tempera-  
ture 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.  
ADJUST WHITE BALANCE  
Press SET until “MWB” appears, then press and hold  
3
SET for more than 3 seconds.  
•“MWB” blinks in the LCD monitor or the view-  
finder during adjustment, then stops blinking but  
stays lit when adjustment is complete.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
30  
EN  
Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment  
MENU  
FAR  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more  
detailed camcorder settings.  
NEAR  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
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.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
LCD monitor or viewfinder  
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 – ੬ pg. 27; Date/  
Time – ੬ pg. 11).  
Gain Up  
S.LX  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
07  
Tele Macro  
Interval Timer  
Rec Time  
JLIP ID NO.  
Tally  
Set Character  
Date/Time  
ON  
END :MENU KEY  
CLOSE MENU  
Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.  
5
Gain Up  
NORM  
ON  
Tele Macro  
Interval Timer  
Rec Time  
1min  
1/2s  
07  
NOTE:  
JLIP ID NO.  
Tally  
Set Character  
Date/Time  
The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.  
ON  
END :MENU KEY  
PAUSE  
If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has  
been changed from the factory settings, this  
mark appears.  
EN  
31  
MENU  
Gain Up  
S.LX  
To record a subject in 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 selected  
when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK  
mode. (S.LX : Super LoLux)  
NORM  
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)  
*EIA : Electronic Industries Association  
OFF  
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness  
adjustment.  
Tele Macro  
OFF  
ON  
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.  
OFF  
15s  
30s  
1min  
5min  
OFF  
1/4s  
1/2s  
1s  
Interval Timer  
Rec Time  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer  
(੬ pg. 32) and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 33).  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation  
and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 33).  
5s  
JLIP ID NO.  
Tally  
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.  
ON  
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of rcording.  
The tally lamp remains off at all times.  
OFF  
Set Character  
Date/Time  
Allows you to input characters. (੬ pg. 27).  
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ 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 (੬ pg. 23).  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
32  
EN  
Self-Timer  
MENU  
FAR  
You can set the delay between pressing the Recording  
Start/Stop button and the actual start of recording. If you  
secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the  
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.  
NEAR  
NOTE:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode  
before performing the following steps.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
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”.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
CLOSE MENU  
Press MENU.  
3
4
START DELAYED RECORDING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button. 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  
Interval Timer Indicator  
To Release Self-Timer . . .  
..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording  
Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set  
“Interval Timer” to “OFF”.  
Rec Time Indicator  
1min  
1/2s  
LCD monitor or viewfinder  
Gain Up  
S.LX  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
07  
Tele Macro  
Interval Timer  
Rec Time  
JLIP ID NO.  
Tally  
ON  
Set Character  
Date/Time  
END :MENU KEY  
5s  
1s  
1/2s  
1/4s  
OFF  
5min  
1min  
30s  
15s  
OFF  
EN  
33  
Animation  
Time-Lapse  
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.  
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:  
NOTE:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby  
mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before  
performing the following steps.  
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  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any  
1
2
position except AUTO LOCK, then press  
MENU.  
1
2
position except AUTO LOCK, then press  
MENU.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN  
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 “1/4s”, “1/2s”,  
“1s”, “5s”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.  
Then press MENU to close Menu screen.  
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”,  
“30s”, “1min”, “5min”, or select to turn the  
function “OFF”.  
START RECORDING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button after  
focusing on the subject. The recording stops  
automatically after the selected period of time.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
3
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 “1/4s”, “1/2s”,  
“1s”, “5s”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.  
Then press MENU to close Menu screen.  
3
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF  
PICTURES  
Repeat step 3 for the desired number of  
pictures.  
4
5
START TIME-LAPSE  
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE  
RECORDING  
Set “Rec Time” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button.  
Recording and intervals alternate  
automatically.  
4
5
NOTES:  
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”.  
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is  
secured when shooting in Animation or  
Time-Lapse mode.  
● 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.  
PLAYBACK Basic Playback  
34  
EN  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD  
monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. Press EJECT  
to open the cassette holder, then insert the cassette  
with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the  
holder is closed and locked.  
1
2
SELECT MODE  
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Then set  
the power switch to PLAY. The Power On indicator  
lights.  
POWER  
PLAYBACK  
PLAY/PAUSE  
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in  
FF  
STOP DISPLAY  
3
4
the LCD monitor.  
STOP PLAYBACK  
Press STOP.  
REW  
Rewind or Fast-forward the tape  
Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape  
Speaker  
during Stop mode.  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor  
To brighten the image, turn the BRIGHT dial toward “+”.  
To darken the image, turn the dial toward “–”.  
Speaker volume control  
You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the  
VOLUME dial.  
BRIGHT  
VOLUME  
ADJUST VOLUME  
Recording mode indicator  
If you want to turn up the volume...  
1
Turn the dial toward “+”.  
If you want to turn down the volume...  
Turn the dial toward “–”.  
Tape running indicator  
SP  
M-1:23:45  
4
3
: Playback  
: Fast-Forward/  
Forward Search  
: Rewind/Reverse  
Search  
NOTES:  
2
● 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.  
6 : Still Playback  
8 : Eject  
Tape counter  
● When the power switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD  
monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more,  
the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder  
switches off automatically to save power.  
● When the LCD monitor is turned off, sound is not  
heard from the speaker.  
LCD Monitor in Retracted Position  
● The playback picture can also be viewed in the  
viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut) or on a  
connected TV (੬ pg. 36). Camcorder operation is the  
same as described in this section.  
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD  
moitor with it flipped over and retracted.  
● During playback, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove all  
indications from the screen.  
PLAYBACK Features  
EN  
35  
FF STOP  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Manual Tracking  
To eliminate noise bars that appear  
on the screen during playback.  
OPERATION:  
NOTES:  
1) Press either +/– button as many  
times as necessary for best picture.  
● To reset TRACKING to the original  
preset, press both + and – buttons  
simultaneously.  
REW  
PLAY/PAUSE  
COUNTER R/M  
● Manual Tracking may not work  
with tapes recorded on other VCRs  
or camcorders.  
FEATURE:  
Still Playback  
PURPOSE:  
OPERATION:  
To pause during playback.  
1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during  
playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press  
PLAY/PAUSE again.  
NOTE:  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome during Still  
Playback. This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Shuttle Search  
To allow high-speed search in either  
direction.  
OPERATION:  
Forward Search  
1) Press FF during playback.  
Reverse Search  
1) Press REW during playback.  
NOTE:  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome or darken in  
Shuttle Search. This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Counter Memory Function  
To make it easier to locate a specific  
tape segment.  
OPERATION:  
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  
automatically stops at or close to  
0:00:00.  
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start  
playback.  
NOTES:  
● The counter memory functions in  
the Fast-Forward and Rewind  
modes.  
● To disable Counter Memory  
Function, press COUNTER R/M  
less than 1 second so the “M”  
disappears.  
PLAYBACK Basic Connections  
There are three basic types of connections. When making  
the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV  
instruction manuals.  
36  
EN  
Connection To A VCR [A]  
(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
To AUDIO and  
When  
VIDEO connectors  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR  
connecting the  
cables, open  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
Audio and Video  
cables (optional)  
1
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and  
VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on  
the VCR.  
the jack cover.  
SUPPLY POWER  
A
B
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
2
3
SELECT MODE  
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV  
to its VIDEO mode.  
VCR  
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  
To AUDIO,  
VIDEO and RF DC  
OUT connectors  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
1
2
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and  
VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on  
the TV.  
RF unit RF-V5U  
(optional)  
SELECT MODE  
Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in  
its instructions).  
NOTES:  
● It is recommended to use the AC Power  
Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead  
of the battery pack.  
● To monitor the picture and sound from the  
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the  
camcorder’s Power switch to “CAMERA”,  
then set your TV to the appropriate input  
mode.  
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not  
specially shielded, do not place the speakers  
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur  
in the camcorder playback picture.  
Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input  
Connectors (Playback ONLY)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit.  
* Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection  
procedure.  
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter  
Cassette Adapter (VHS PlayPak)  
EN  
37  
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.  
1
2
3
VCR  
INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER  
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment  
door, then insert the cassette and close the  
compartment door.  
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  
4
Sliding latch  
Reels  
illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.  
Compact video cassette  
NOTES:  
● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the  
reels for safety and tape protection.  
● During special-effect playback (slow motion, still  
frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may  
appear on the screen.  
● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the  
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with  
adhesive tape.  
Recording safety hole  
EDITING  
38  
EN  
Tape Dubbing  
PLAY/PAUSE  
CONNECT EQUIPMENT  
Following the illustration at left, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR.  
1
2
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.  
3
4
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.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
START EDITING  
When connecting  
the cables, open the  
jack cover.  
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s  
Record mode.  
5
6
7
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY  
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
Audio and Video  
cable (optional)  
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then  
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
VCR (Recording deck)  
EN  
39  
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
Random Assemble Editing  
[R.A.Edit]  
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR  
Create edited videos easily using your  
camcorder as the source player. You can select  
up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any  
order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily  
performed when the optional RM-V700U MBR  
(Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with  
your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but  
can also be performed by operating the VCR  
manually.  
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote  
toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to  
the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR  
SET, and press button (A) and then (B).  
1
2
•The code is automatically set once you release the  
MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.  
OPERATE THE VCR  
(RM-V700U, ੬ pg. 42).  
Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while  
holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for  
the desired function. The functions the remote can  
control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR  
REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this  
one).  
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.  
MBR SET  
IMPORTANT  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
VCR CTL  
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.  
0
RM-V700U (optional)  
NOTES:  
● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try  
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.  
● If the RM-V700U is not able to control the VCR, use  
the controls on the VCR.  
VCR CODE LIST  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
GE  
1
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
4
PHILIPS  
1
3
2ꢀ  
3
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
PANASONIC  
1
1
1
9
1
9
9
6
6
9
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
`
CONNECT TO . . .  
HITACHI  
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
A
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
1
ꢀ
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
RCA  
MAGNAVOX  
9
1
7
7
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
B
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL  
SANYO  
SHARP  
SONY  
3
3
1
1
6
6
3
3
6
6
6ꢀ  
5
5ꢀ  
`
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
MITSUBISHI  
NEC  
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
C
NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER  
3
3
7ꢀ  
8
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s  
Pause-In jack.  
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
All other connections are as shown in the  
illustration on page 40.  
ꢀ
TOSHIBA  
ZENITH  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
1
6
EDITING (cont.)  
40  
EN  
PREPARE CAMCORDER  
Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to  
“PLAY”.  
2
3
PREPARE VCR  
REW/FF  
STOP  
PLAY/PAUSE  
IN/OUT  
CANCEL  
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).  
R.A. EDIT  
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.  
1
2
3
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.  
Open the cover  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO  
out connectors  
To J terminal  
(JLIP)  
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.  
Editing cable  
(optional, ø3.5  
mini-plug cable)  
Audio and  
Video cable  
(optional)  
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene  
(as many as 8).  
A B  
C
4
5
To Remote  
PAUSE  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO IN  
connectors  
MAKE CORRECTIONS  
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the  
most recently registered point.  
To Pause-In  
VCR (Recording deck)  
NOTES:  
● The RM-V700U can be used to operate other  
camcorder functions as well. Point the RM-V700U at  
the camcorder’s remote sensor and press any of the  
following buttons (function apears in parentheses):  
— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
IN/OUT  
CANCEL  
VCR REC STBY  
— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)  
— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)  
● There must be at least one second between an in-point  
and its corresponding out-point.  
ON/OFF  
● To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds  
open between scenes.  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0:00:25  
--:--:--  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0:00:25  
0:03:18  
0:02:33  
0:04:11  
0:01:05  
0:03:31  
0:02:53  
--:--:--  
● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points  
or out-points.  
● 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.  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:00:25  
0:00:00  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:04:11  
0:01:13  
● 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.  
EN  
41  
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR  
ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)  
1
IN  
3
2
IN  
ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE  
MODE  
OUT  
IN OUT  
OUT  
Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared  
sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually  
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.  
1
2
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING  
Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously  
selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the  
specified order.  
While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene  
which is beging copied is shown with a blinking  
highlight.  
EDITED TAPE (VCR)  
STOP  
END AUTOMATIC EDITING  
When all selected scenes have been copied, the  
camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.  
Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit  
counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT.  
3
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the  
editing cable and the audio/video cable.  
NOTES:  
C
● If you performed step 1  
on page 39 (“MAKE  
EDIT  
R.A. EDIT  
CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at  
the VCR during editing.  
● The on-screen display only appears while the  
camcorder searches for each scene.  
● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited  
tape with certain VCRs.  
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.  
42  
EN  
Installing The Battery  
A
B
C
1
2
PULL OUT BATTERY  
2
3
a
2
3
1
3
1
HOLDER  
Release  
tab  
1
A
Lock hole  
Type  
Type  
Type  
: Pull out by inserting a pointed  
1
a
1
instrument into slot  
.
B
C
1
: Pull out while sliding the lock  
hole.  
: Pinch the release tab and pull  
out.  
2
#
1
7
%
2
7
8
9
0
!
@
$
8
9
INSERT BATTERY  
3
4
5
6
Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert  
the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the  
battery holder.  
2
3
!
5
0
3
^
@
4
6
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 (੬ pg. 2).  
&
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
FUNCTIONS  
BUTTONS  
With the camcorder’s power switch  
set to “CAMERA”.  
With the camcorder’s power switch set  
to “PLAY”.  
1 Infrared beam  
Transmits the beam signal.  
transmitting window  
2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons  
3 PLAY Button  
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 18)  
—
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 34)  
Stop (੬ pg. 34)  
4 STOP Button  
—
5 REW Button  
Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 18)  
Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 35)  
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 44)  
6 INSERT Button  
7 START/STOP Button  
8 INT. TIME Button  
9 REC TIME Button  
0 PAUSE Button  
—
Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.  
Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 43)  
—
Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 43)  
—
—
Pause (੬ pg. 35)  
! FF Button  
Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 18)  
FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 35)  
@ A.DUB Button  
# PAUSE IN Connector  
$ MBR SET Button  
% VISS Button  
—
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 45)  
੬ pg. 40  
—
—
੬ pg. 39  
Index Code marking (੬ pg. 43)  
—
^ VCR CTL Button  
& R.A.EDIT Buttons  
—
—
੬ pg. 39  
੬ pg. 40  
# — & : RM-V700U only.  
EN  
43  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
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.  
OPERATION:  
Self-Timer  
1) Set  
Transmitted beam  
effective area  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3  
on pg. 32 (“Self-Timer”), press INT.  
TIME on the remote control. Each time  
INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer  
indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 15s, 30s, 1min, 5min  
and No indication (off).  
15°  
Remote sensor  
15°  
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.  
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. 33 (“Animation”), press REC TIME  
on the remote control. Each time REC  
TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator  
appears, changing in the following  
order: 1/4s, 1/2s, 1s, 5s and No  
indication (off).  
Index Code Marking  
Interval  
Timer Indicator  
2) Release  
INDEX  
1min  
1/2s  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on  
pg. 33, press REC TIME on the remote  
control until the Rec Time indicator  
disappears.  
Rec Time Indicator  
LCD monitor or  
viewfinder  
Time-Lapse  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3  
on pg. 33 (“Time-Lapse”), press INT.  
TIME and REC TIME on the remote  
control. Each time INT. TIME is  
pressed, the Interval Timer indicator  
appears, changing in the following  
order: 15s, 30s, 1min, 5min and No  
indication (off). Each time REC TIME is  
pressed, the Rec Time indicator  
appears, changing in the following  
order: 1/4s, 1/2s, 1s, 5s and No  
indication (off).  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on  
pg. 33, press INT. TIME and REC TIME  
on the remote control until the  
indicators disappear.  
NOTE:  
Also refer to pgs. 32 and 33.  
START/STOP  
VISS  
INT. TIME  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
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 LCD  
monitor or the viewfinder during  
marking.  
OPERATION:  
REC TIME  
NOTE:  
If VISS is pressed during Record–  
Standby mode, the mark is placed  
where START/STOP is pressed.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
OR  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
44  
EN  
Insert Editing  
COUNTER R/M  
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded  
tape, replacing a section of the original recording with  
minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The  
original audio remains unchanged.  
NOTE:  
Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to  
perform this procedure.  
SELECT MODE  
Set the Power switch to “PLAY”.  
1
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT  
Play back the tape, locate the point and press  
2
3
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 LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
POWER  
Tape Counter  
M-1:23:45  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Insert editing  
indicator  
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.  
4
5
LCD monitor or  
viewfinder  
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE  
Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing  
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert  
mode is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is  
aimed at appears on the screen, go to the next step.  
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches  
“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.  
6
7
END INSERT EDITING  
Press STOP.  
START/STOP  
REW  
NOTES:  
● When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor  
fully opened, the original audio will be heard from the  
speaker.  
● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 18) can be performed.  
● The tape may stop slightly before or after the  
designated end point, and noise bars may appear.  
Neither indicates a defect in the unit.  
● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing  
mode.  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
REW  
INSERT  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
OR  
EN  
45  
Audio Dubbing  
Audio dubbing indicator  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape  
(normal audio only).  
LCD monitor  
or viewfinder  
e
M-0:05:20  
** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure  
(੬ pg. 44) before continuing.  
•The sound comes from the built-in microphone (or an  
external microphone if connected).  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the  
1
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  
2
3
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.  
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING  
To MIC  
(capped)  
Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,  
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.  
Microphone  
END AUDIO DUBBING  
Press STOP.  
REW  
4
PLAY  
PAUSE  
NOTES:  
REW  
● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or  
the edit points will not be accurate.  
A. DUB  
● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s  
volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
OR  
NOTES (for Insert Editing and  
Audio Dubbing):  
● Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work  
correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the  
recording speed was changed during the original  
recording.  
● To edit/dub onto a tape 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.  
● During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert–  
Pause or Audio Dub–Standby is engaged, the counter  
may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however,  
stops at exactly 0:00:00.  
USER MAINTENANCE  
46  
EN  
After Use  
LENS COVER  
open/close switch  
Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the  
camcorder.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove  
the cassette.  
Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing  
PUSH.  
Close and lock the LCD monitor.  
Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.  
Set to “POWER OFF”.  
BATT. RELEASE  
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close  
the lens cover.  
PUSH  
EJECT  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
CLEAN EXTERIOR  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
1
CLEAN LCD MONITOR  
Slide MONITOR OPEN to open the LCD monitor  
and wipe gently with soft cloth. Be careful not to  
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.  
Remove.  
2
MONITOR OPEN  
CLEAN LENS  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with  
lens cleaning paper.  
3
4
5
6
REMOVE EYEPIECE  
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.  
CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
Marks  
Remove dust using a blower brush.  
RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE  
Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn it  
clockwise.  
NOTES:  
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or  
alcohol.  
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack  
has been removed or other power units have been  
disconnected.  
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
EN  
47  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
POWER  
No power is supplied.  
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly  
(੬ pg. 8).  
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 8).  
● The power supply has not been correctly connected  
(੬ pg. 9).  
The power suddenly goes off and  
doesn’t come back on by itself.  
● 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.  
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 “CAM-  
ERA” (੬ pg. 15).  
PLAYBACK  
The tape is running, but there’s no  
playback picture.  
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.  
● 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  
picture.  
● Manual Tracking has not been performed (੬ pg. 35).  
Playback picture is blurred or  
interrupted.  
● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your  
nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.  
The counter indication is blurred  
during Still playback.  
● This is normal.  
TAPE TRANSPORT  
The tape stops during fast-forward  
or rewind.  
● The Counter Memory Function has been activated  
(੬ pg. 35).  
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot  
be performed.  
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.  
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)  
48  
EN  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
OTHER  
The tape won’t eject.  
● The battery pack is running low.  
● If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees, EJECT  
switch does not function.  
Some functions are not available.  
● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.  
Vertical white lines appear when  
shooting a very bright object.  
● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the  
background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the  
camcorder.  
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear  
in the LCD monitor and the  
viewfinder.  
● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of  
the camcorder.  
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.  
● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to  
be hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the  
power switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.  
Colored bright spots appear all over  
the LCD monitor.  
● The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology.  
However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or  
blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These  
spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any  
defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)  
The indicators and the picture color  
on the LCD monitor are not clear.  
● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD  
monitor is pressed.  
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder  
and the lens have become dirty (ex.  
fingerprints).  
● Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Gently wipe the LCD  
monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the  
stain and it won’t come out easily.  
The picture is blurred in the Quick  
Review or Retake mode.  
● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise  
may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬pg. 12).  
An error number (i.e. E03) appears  
in the LCD monitor or the view-  
finder.  
● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power  
source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again.  
If the error number still appears in the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
The image is out of focus.  
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 10).  
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation  
of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 22).  
A character generator title and the  
date and time displays disappear  
from the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder.  
● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while  
the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make  
sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting  
the power source.  
The wrong date and time are  
displayed/recorded.  
● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 11),  
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  
blinks.  
● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the  
camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position  
of the Lens Cover.  
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,  
etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit  
(battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and  
proceed as usual from the beginning.  
INDEX LCD monitor/Viewfinder  
EN  
49  
1 * 2 * 3  
4
5 *  
6
% *  
^
&
*
(
)
q
18min  
Disp.  
T30  
REC SP  
7
Sepia  
8
9
0
!
@
#
$
–05  
MWB  
PAUSE  
1min  
1/2s  
INDEX  
TAPE END  
w
Merry Christmas  
DEC 25. 97  
AM 10 : 24 : 56  
LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications  
1 * Cassette Warning/Remaining  
# Instant Title Display ............................ ੬ pg. 26  
Tape Time ......................................... ੬ pg. 15  
$ Date/Time Character Display .............. ੬ pg. 28  
% * Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator  
Changes as follows according to the battery  
pack’s remaining power level:  
When no cassette is inserted: the Cassette (  
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 switch is set to  
“PLAY” and a tape is loaded: the Cassette (  
mark is displayed regardless of the Erase  
Protection tab’s position.  
)
“
”. 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 .... ੬ pg. 12  
that the battery pack is fully charged.)  
3, 8 PROGRAM AE Indicator................ ੬ pg. 20  
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.  
^ Focus Indicator ................................... ੬ pg. 22  
& Exposure Level Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 24  
* White Balance Mode Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 29  
( Menu Setting Change Indicator........... ੬ pg. 30  
) Index Code Marking ........................... ੬ pg. 43  
3, 9 Fade/Wipe Standby Indicator ........ ੬ pg. 25  
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.  
q Clock Warning  
Once the power is turned on and the indicator  
blinks for about 10 seconds, perform the date  
and time settings (੬ 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  
not installed or has discharged. Install, or replace  
the old battery with, a new one (੬ pg. 10).  
4 Program Manager Function  
Indication ........................................... ੬ pg. 25  
Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is  
set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.  
5 * Tape Length Display ......................... ੬ pg. 12  
6 Zoom Indicator bar ............................. ੬ pg. 18  
7 Recording Indicator ............................ ੬ pg. 15  
w •Tape End Display: TAPE END ........... ੬ pg. 15  
Appears when the end of the tape is reached  
during playback, recording or fast-forward.  
•Condensation Warning:  
0 Picture Stabilizer Indicator .................. ੬ pg. 24  
! Interval Time/Recording  
Time Indicator..................................... ੬ pg. 32  
When this indication appears, all functions are  
disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing  
the power source) for a few hours, and when  
you turn it on again the indicator should  
disappear.  
@ •Record–Standby Mode Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 15  
•Lens Cover Warning:  
LENS COVER ................................... ੬ pg. 15  
* : During recording, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove indications marked with * from the screen.  
INDEX Controls  
50  
EN  
3
5
7 9  
T
2
4
6
0
!
r
8
1
u
i U E Y  
%
g
@
#
$
*
(
)
a
e
q
w
h
t y  
O
P
I
o Q p W  
f
d
s
R
^ &  
EN  
51  
Controls  
Connectors  
1 MONITOR OPEN Switch.................... ੬ pg. 16  
u J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)  
Connector.)  
2 REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 34  
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... ੬ pg. 18  
3 FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 34  
RETAKE F Button ................................ ੬ pg. 18  
(Located beneath the jack cover)  
• Connect the Editing Cable when performing  
Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 40).  
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device  
such as a personal computer.  
For further detail consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
4 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 34  
5 STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 34  
6 SEL. Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 25  
7 SET Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 25  
8 Power Zoom Lever ............................ ੬ pg. 18  
9 DISPLAY Button ................................. ੬ pg. 15  
0 MENU Button .................................... ੬ pg. 30  
i External MIC jack (capped) .................੬ pg. 45  
o DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 9  
The jacks p to W are located beneath the jack  
cover.  
p VIDEO OUT Jack ............................... ੬ pg. 36  
Q RF DC OUT Jack ................................ ੬ pg. 36  
W AUDIO OUT Jack .............................. ੬ pg. 36  
! Multi-Function Control  
•Exposure +/– ................................... ੬ pg. 24  
•Focus FAR/NEAR ............................. ੬ pg. 22  
•Menu Setting Change ....................... ੬ pg. 30  
•Tracking +/– .................................... ੬ pg. 35  
Indicators  
E Tally Lamp ......................................... ੬ pg. 15  
R Power On Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 15  
@ PUSH Button ..................................... ੬ pg. 13  
# EJECT Switch...................................... ੬ pg. 13  
$ BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... ੬ pg. 8  
% Diopter Adjustment............................ ੬ pg. 10  
^ Recording Start/Stop Button ................ ੬ pg. 15  
& POWER Switch .............................. ੬ pg.15, 34  
Other Parts  
T Video Light ........................................ ੬ pg. 19  
Y •Camera sensor  
Be careful not to cover this area; built-in  
here is the sensor necessary for shooting.  
* Recording Mode [SP/EP] Select  
•Remote sensor................................. ੬ pg. 43  
U Microphone ....................................... ੬ pg. 45  
I Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 14  
O Clock Battery Compartment ................ ੬ pg. 10  
P Battery Pack Mount ........................... ੬ pg. 8  
a Electronic Viewfinder......................... ੬ pg. 10  
s LENS COVER Switch ......................... ੬ pg. 15  
d Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 14  
Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 12  
R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ................... ੬ pg. 40  
( R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button.................... ੬ pg. 40  
) Tape Length [T20•30•40]  
Select Button...................................... ੬ pg. 12  
COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]  
Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 35  
q EDIT Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 41  
w R.A.EDIT Button................................. ੬ pg. 40  
e PICTURE STABILIZER Button .............. ੬ pg. 24  
r PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. ੬ pg. 20  
t BRIGHT Dial ..................................... ੬ pg. 34  
y VOLUME Dial ................................... ੬ pg. 34  
f VIDEO LIGHT  
OFF/AUTO/ON Switch .......................੬ pg. 19  
g Speaker .............................................. ੬ pg. 34  
h Tripod Mounting Socket ......................੬ pg. 14  
INDEX Terms  
52  
EN  
A
M
AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 8  
Animation Recording .............................. pg. 33, 43  
Audio Dubbing ....................................... pg. 45  
Auto Date Record ................................... pg. 28  
Auto Focus ............................................. pg. 22  
Auto Mode Lock Mode ........................... pg. 21  
Auto Mode Release Mode .......................pg. 21  
Manual Focus ......................................... pg. 23  
MBR Code Setting................................... pg. 39  
N
ND Effect Mode ...................................... pg. 21  
P
Picture Stabilizer..................................... pg. 24  
Playback ................................................. pg. 34  
Program AE with Special Effects ...............pg. 20  
Provided Accessories .............................. pg. 6  
B
Battery Pack ............................................ pg. 8, 53  
Brighten the Image.................................. pg. 24  
Q
C
Quick Review ......................................... pg. 18  
Car Battery.............................................. pg. 9  
Cassette Adapter ..................................... pg. 37  
Character Generator ............................... pg. 27  
Charge Marker ........................................ pg. 9  
Charging the Battery Pack ........................pg. 8  
Clock (Lithium) Battery ........................... pg. 10, 42  
Connection to a VCR/TV ........................ pg. 36  
Contents ................................................. pg. 7  
Counter Memory .................................... pg. 35  
R
Random Assemble Editing ....................... pg. 39–41  
Recording, Advanced Features ................ pg. 20–33  
Recording ............................................... pg. 15  
Recording, Start/Stop .............................. pg. 15  
Recording Mode Setting ......................... pg. 12  
Recording-Standby ................................. pg. 15  
Remote Control Unit............................... pg. 42  
Remove Cassette..................................... pg. 13  
Retake..................................................... pg. 18  
Rewind Tape ........................................... pg. 34  
D
Darken the Image ................................... pg. 24  
Date/Time/Character Insert ......................pg. 28  
Date/Time Setting ................................... pg. 11  
Discharge the Battery pack ......................pg. 8  
Diopter Adjust ........................................ pg. 10  
S
Self-Timer ............................................... pg. 32, 43  
Sepia Mode ............................................ pg. 21  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ......................pg. 14  
Shuttle Search ......................................... pg. 35  
Specifications ......................................... pg. 55  
Sports Mode ........................................... pg. 21  
Still Playback .......................................... pg. 35  
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode .......................pg. 21  
Erase Protection ...................................... pg. 13  
Exposure Control .................................... pg. 24  
F
T
Fade-in/out ............................................. pg. 25  
Fast-Forward Tape................................... pg. 34  
Focus Lock ............................................. pg. 22  
Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 34  
Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 38  
Tape Length Setting ................................. pg. 12  
Time-Lapse Shooting............................... pg. 33, 43  
Tracking .................................................. pg. 35  
Tripod Mounting ..................................... pg. 14  
Twilight Mode......................................... pg. 21  
G
Grip Adjustment ..................................... pg. 14  
H
High Speed Shutter Mode ........................pg. 21  
V
I
Video Light ............................................. pg. 19  
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................... pg. 10  
Index Code Marking ............................... pg. 43  
Insert Cassette ......................................... pg. 13  
Insert Editing ........................................... pg. 44  
Instant Titles............................................ pg. 26  
W
White Balance Adjustment ......................pg. 29  
Wide Mode............................................. pg. 26  
L
Z
LCD monitor/Viewfinder, indications....... pg. 49  
Zooming ................................................. pg. 18  
J
Journalistic shooting ............................... pg. 17  
CAUTIONS  
EN  
53  
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.  
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.  
Terminals  
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
.... do not modify or disassemble.  
.... use only specified chargers.  
•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.  
•It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .  
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
.... avoid repeated charging without fully  
discharging.  
When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in  
areas other than the USA  
Ⅲ The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from  
110 V to 240 V.  
.... 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.  
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  
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 Range Specifications  
General Battery Precautions  
Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C  
Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C  
Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C  
•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is  
not functioning even when correctly operated, the  
battery is exhausted. Replace it with fresh one.  
•Use only the following batteries:  
NOTES:  
C-P6U or C-P7U .................... AA (R6) size  
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.  
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when  
replacing the battery.  
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it  
can leak or explode.  
3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.  
4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored  
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage  
which can cause malfunctions.  
CAUTIONS (cont.)  
54  
EN  
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .  
Cassettes  
.... allow it to become wet.  
.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration  
during transportation.  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
1. During use . . .  
.... 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 or the LCD  
monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with  
both hands or use the grip.  
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap.  
.... 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.  
5. This camcorder features a built-in head 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.  
.... 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.  
LCD monitor  
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT . . .  
.... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor  
on the bottom.  
Main Unit  
2. To prolong service life . . .  
.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .  
3. Make be aware of the following phenomena for  
LCD monitor use. These are not mulfunctions. . . .  
•While using the camcorder, the surface around the  
LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor  
may heat up.  
•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface  
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.  
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.  
.... disassemble or modify the unit.  
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.  
Keep it away from metallic objects when not  
in use.  
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects  
to enter the unit.  
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
.... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder is not in use.  
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.  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
.... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
.... near a television set.  
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
.... in places subject to extremely high (over  
40°C or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C  
or 32°F) temperatures.  
● 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  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
.... in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
.... in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
.... in direct sunlight.  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
.... in a closed car in summer.  
.... near a heater.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
GENERAL  
EN  
55  
AUDIO  
Output  
Format  
: VHS NTSC standard  
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm  
(via AUDIO out  
connector)  
: 20 mm round x 1,  
monaural  
Power source  
Power consumption  
LCD monitor off,  
viewfinder on  
LCD monitor on,  
viewfinder off  
Light  
: DC 6V  
Speaker  
: 6.7 W  
External  
microphone input  
: 7.4 W  
: 3 W  
: NTSC-type  
: –68 dBs, high  
impedance, unbalanced  
with ø3.5 mm (MONO)  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: FM recording  
: Converted sub-carrier  
direct recording  
Conforms to VHS  
standard  
AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER  
(AA-V11EG)  
Color  
Power requirement  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,  
50/60 Hz  
Power consumption  
Output  
Charge  
VTR  
Charging system  
: 23 W  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
SP  
:
cassette  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
: Constant current, peak  
detection, timer  
: 33.35 mm/sec.  
(1-5/16 ips)  
: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)  
EP  
Recording time (max.)  
controlled  
SP  
EP  
: 40 minutes  
: 120 minutes  
(with TC-40 cassette)  
Dimensions  
: 150 (W) x 42 (H) x  
68 (D) mm (5-15/16” x  
1-11/16” x 2-11/16”)  
: Approx. 350 g (0.78 lbs)  
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C  
(32°F to 104°F)  
Weight  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
: 35% to 80%  
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)  
Dimensions  
: –20°C to +50°C  
(–4°F to 122°F)  
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x  
104 (D) mm (7-7/16” x 1”  
x 4-1/8”)  
: Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs)  
: “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1  
Weight  
Dimensions  
(Including viewfinder)  
: Approx. 1030 g (2.3 lbs)  
: 118 (W) x 115 (H) x  
218 (D) mm (4-11/16” x  
4-9/16” x 8-5/8”)  
Weight  
Accessory  
CAMERA  
Pick up  
Lens  
Provided Accessories ......................੬ pg. 6  
: 1/4” format CCD  
: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm,  
18:1 power zoom lens  
with auto iris and macro  
control, filter diameter  
46 mm  
Optional Accessories  
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U  
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U  
•Battery Charger BH-VC10U  
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U  
Viewfinder  
: Electronic viewfinder  
with 0.55” color LCD  
•RF Unit RF-V5U  
White balance  
adjustment  
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20  
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V700U  
LCD MONITOR  
Some acccessories are not available in some areas.  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on  
accessories and their availability.  
Size  
LCD system  
: 4" diagonally measured  
: LCD/TFT active matrix  
system  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless  
otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and  
specifications subject to change without notice.  
VIDEO  
Output  
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (via VIDEO  
out connector)  

Audiovox Prestige Car Stereo System User Manual
Baxi Potterton Performa 28 User Manual
Blaupunkt Car Stereo System RDM 168 User Manual
Canon Camcorder ZR70 MC User Manual
Casio CFX 9850G PLUS User Manual
Cuisinart ICE 40 User Manual
Dynaudio ESOTEC Car Stereo System User Manual
Jensen Car Satellite Radio System SOOGM 16 User Manual
Jensen MP7610XMi User Manual
Jensen POWER JPA600D User Manual