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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety informa-
tion and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.
Using This Instruction Manual
•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (੬ pg. 3).
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (੬ pg. 40 – 42) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions (੬ pg. 43, 44). They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning on lithium battery
WARNING:
The battery used in this device may present a
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
incinerate.
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic
MOISTURE.
(Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony 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.
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.
This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and
viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
Use the BN-V12U/V22U/V25U battery packs
and, to recharge them, the provided multi-
voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different designs of
AC outlets in different countries.)
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.
PAL
Ⅲ Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be
used with this unit.
Ⅲ HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
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GETTING STARTED
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Marks
Power
To AC outlet
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power.
CHG. (charge)
indicator
NOTES:
● No function is available without power supply.
● Use only specified power supply.
● Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
REFRESH switch
SUPPLY POWER
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH
function that allows you to fully discharge
the battery pack before recharging.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less
than 5 chargings.
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
1
2
outlet.
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 begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
To discharge the battery . . .
DETACH BATTERY PACK
..... 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 CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite
the direction of the arrow.
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BATT. PACK
CHARGE
DISCHARGE
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.
BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook on.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
1
2
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
Push in.
2
BATT. RELEASE
BATT. PACK
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
BN-V12U
75 (40)
BN-V22U
BN-V25U
155 (95)
200 (120)
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
(
) : when the video light is on.
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CHARGE MARKER
Charge marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.
NOTES:
● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and
the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.
● Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
● Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
● Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
● Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
● While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger
does not charge the battery. When disharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.
● High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.
● If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
● Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
● Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
● The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
To AC outlet
DC OUT
terminal
To DC IN jack
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EG
DC cord
To car’s
cigarette
lighter socket
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
USING A CAR BATTERY
USING AC POWER
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter
(connect as shown in the illustration above).
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
the illustration above).
NOTES:
NOTE:
● When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can
also be used to charge the battery pack.
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger,
refer to the respective instruction booklet.
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
A
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
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
Ensure that the plus (+) side is up and 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.
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Date/Time Setting
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.
1
2
SELECT FUNCTION
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME
Setting Menu appears.
Select Dial
•If you decide you want to return the date and time
to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial
to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then
go to step 6.
MENU
Jog Dial
•If you want to set only the time without changing
the date, go to step 4.
Viewfinder
SET DATE
MENU
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to the item you want to set and then press it. When
the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog
Dial until the correct setting appears and then press
it. The setting stops blinking.
4
MENU END
3
4
FOCUS
AUTO
AUTO
1. 1. 98
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with
the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).
4NEXT
Menu Screen
SET TIME
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. When the
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute
setting stops blinking.
DATE TIME
YEAR
1998
MONTH
DAY
1
1
TIME
22:50
24-hour
indication
EXIT
DATE/TIME Setting Menu
START CLOCK OPERATION
When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,
TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu
Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.
5
6
MENU
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
CLOSE MENU
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TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4NEXT
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a
connected TV, see “Date/Time/Character Insert”
(੬ pg. 17).
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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Viewfinder
MENU
Tape Length Setting
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T60
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the
M. W. B.
AUTO
1
2
3
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4
NEXT
Menu Screen
SELECT FUNCTION
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE
LENGTH Setting Menu appears.
TAPE LENGTH
T30
T45
T60
SET TAPE LENGTH
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to the correct setting. T30=30 minutes of recording
time, T45=45 minutes, and T60=60 minutes (in SP).
EXIT
TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu
•If you decide you want to return the tape length to
the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
MENU
CLOSE MENU
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.
Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the
Menu Screen.
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
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4
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4NEXT
NOTES:
● The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 13) is correct only if
the correct tape length has been selected.
● Once you have set the tape length, it remains un-
changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO
LOCK.
SP/LP Recording
Mode Button
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
SET RECORDING MODE
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Press SP/LP
1
Button for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)
provides higher picture and sound quality and is
better for dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is more
economical, providing twice the recording time.
Select Dial
MENU Jog Dial
T30
Tape length
indicator
SP
NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
Recording
mode
indicator
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Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
1
2
3
to open.
1
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
Make sure the label is facing outward.
3
2
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
locked.
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
Turn to take
up slack.
Gear
Erase Protection
● 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.
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
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Power Zoom Button
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
Button. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Viewfinder Adjustment
POSITION VIEWFINDER
3
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
1
2
3
(see illustration to the left).
SELECT MODE
1
Set the Power Switch to CAMERA.
2
ADJUST DIOPTRE
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
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Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap
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
4, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.
2
1
2
3
2
4
1
1
ADJUST LENGTH
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 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.
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RECORDING Basic Recording
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NOTE:
LENS COVER Switch
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 4)
● Tape Length Setting (੬ pg. 8)
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 8)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 10)
Power
indicator
LOAD A CASSETTE
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
1
2
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
Power Switch
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE
Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open
the lens cover, then set the Power Switch to
CAMERA.
Start/Stop Button
•The power indicator lights and the camcorder
enters the Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
START SHOOTING
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
3
•“REC ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is
in progress.
Tally lamp
(lights while recording is in progress)
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Tape remaining time indicator
STOP RECORDING
25MIN
MIN
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop
recording.
(Now calculating)
4
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
120MIN
119MIN
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
3MIN
● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the
holder opens. Do not use force.
● The displayed 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.
2MIN
(Blinking)
1MIN
● The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the
correct tape length has been selected (੬ pg. 8).
● “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.
(Blinking)
0MIN
(Blinking)
Start/Stop Button
● 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 (such
as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during
recording), use the Retake function (੬ pg. 15) 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.
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RECORDING Basic Features
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FEATURE:
Zooming
Zoom-in
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or
an instantaneous change in image
magnification.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Press the “T” of the Power Zoom
Button.
Zoom-out
Zoom Out
Press “W” of the Power Zoom
Button.
Zoom indicator bar
Ⅲ Zooming speed is available. A total
of 4 zoom speeds are available. 2
speeds can be selected depending
on how hard the Power Zoom
Button is pressed (press the button
fully for regular-speed, press it
lightly for slow-speed), while 2
speed levels (FAST/SLOW) can be
selected in the ZOOM SPEED
Menu depending on the overall
speed you prefer.
Power Zoom button
The combinations of zoom speeds
are shown in the chart below.
Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the
Menu
1) Set the Select Dial to any position
except AUTO LOCK and press the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
appears.
Select Dial
MENU Jog Dial
2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move
the highlight bar to “ZOOM
SPEED”, then press it. The ZOOM
SPEED Setting Menu appears.
3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move
the highlight bar to the desired
speed and press it twice. The
Menu Screen disappears and
setting is completed.
Focusing may become unstable
during Zooming. In this case, set the
zoom while in Record-Standby, lock
the focus by using the manual focus
(੬ pg. 27), then zoom in or out in
Record mode.
Viewfinder
MENU
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
NOTE:
4
NEXT
Menu Screen
ZOOM SPEED
FAST
SLOW
Zooming Speed ( 1– 4 in order of speed)
“ZOOM SPEED”
in the Menu
Screen
Pressing the
EXIT
Power Zoom Button
ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu
fully
lightly
FAST
1 (fastest)
2
3
SLOW
4 (slowest)
: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.
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FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Quick Review
To check the end of the last
recording.
OPERATION:
1) Press “ ” and release quickly
during the Record-Standby mode.
Ⅲ Tape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back
automatically, then pauses in
Record-Standby mode for the
next shot.
5SEC. REC
RETAKE (R/F)
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 Button
to start recording.
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake.
This is normal.
Viewfinder
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
To record a scene for 5 seconds,
providing quick scene transitions like
those seen in TV programmes.
PAUSE
5S
OPERATION:
1) During Record-Standby, press
5SEC. REC. “
5S” appears and
5Sec. Rec is reserved.
2) Press Recording Start/Stop Button.
Recording starts, and after
5Sec. Rec mode indicator
5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record-
Standby mode automatically.
Ⅲ To cancel the 5Sec. Rec.
function, press 5SEC. REC again
so that “
5S” disappears.
NOTE:
The Fader (੬ pg. 20) cannot be
activated by pressing 5SEC. REC.
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RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)
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FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Video Light
To brighten the scene when natural
lighting is too dim.
OPERATION:
1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
Switch as required:
ON
: Always keeps the light on
as long as the camcorder
is turned on.
AUTO : Automatically turns on
the light when the
camcorder senses
insufficient lighting on the
subject.
OFF : Turns off the light.
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
Ⅲ The video light can only be used
with the camcorder’s power on.
Ⅲ It is recommended to set the
white balance (੬ pg. 29) to
HALOGEN mode ( ) when you
use the video light.
Ⅲ When not using the video light,
turn it off to save battery power.
NOTES:
● Even if the battery indicator (
)
does not blink if the battery pack’s
charge is low, the camcorder may
turn off automatically when you
turn on the video light, or when
you start recording with the video
light turned on.
DANGER
Ⅲ 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.
Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the
carrying case immediately after using
the video light, since it remains
extremely hot for some time.
Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of
about 30 cm. between the video light
and people or objects.
● 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. 19) is
engaged, the light is likely to stay
on.
Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive
materials.
Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the
video light.
• While the Twilight mode
(੬ pg. 19) is engaged, the light
will not activate.
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DATE/TIME
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Date/Time/Character Insert
To display the date and time in the
viewfinder or on a connected colour
monitor, as well as to record them
manually or automatically.
OPERATION:
1) Turn the Select Dial to any
position except AUTO LOCK.
2) Choose a display mode by
pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly
while in Record-Standby to cycle
through the modes as shown in the
illustration to the left.
Display
Select Dial
Ⅲ You should have already
performed the Date/Time Setting
procedure (੬ pg. 7). If you
haven’t, do so first.
NOTES:
DISPLAY
● The selected display can be
recorded.
Date display
● If you don’t want to record the
display, select the Date-off mode
before shooting.
Time display
● If you want to delete the display
during shooting, press DATE/TIME.
● To recall the display, engage the
Record-Standby mode and press
DATE/TIME repeatedly until the
desired display appears.
Date/Time display
Auto Date
Record mode
Date-off mode
(No display)
The characters you have set using
Character Generator (੬ pg. 22)
AUTO DATE RECORD
● Your camcorder automatically
records the date for about 5
seconds after recording is initiated
in the following situations:
• After changing the date.
Date display
Auto Date Record mode
• After loading a cassette.
• After Auto Date Record mode is
selected by pressing DATE/TIME.
In this mode, the date is replaced
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”
but this is not recorded.
● Setting the Select Dial to AUTO
LOCK always engages the Auto
Date Record mode, and disables
all other modes.
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AUTO DATE
Auto date record mode
Time display
25.12.98
22:50:00
Auto date record
executed
Date/Time display
25.12.98
22:50:00
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RECORDING Advanced Features
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1 second later, the mode is activated.
Programme AE With Special Effects
All you have to do to access any of the variety of
shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.
Viewfinder
SEPIA
SELECT MODE
Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function
1
you want is aligned with the mark.
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are
displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name
disappears, and only the indication remains. The
mode is activated.
After 1 sec.
•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release
mode is selected, only the mode’s name is
displayed. Then the name disappears and the
mode is activated.
NOTES:
● Only one effect can be engaged at a time.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader
(੬ pg. 20) is used in the Sepia mode.
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.
● In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture
colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by
alternating discharge-type light sources such as
flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.
Mark
C
U
EFFECT
WIDE
TITLE
SUPER
LOLUX
Select Dial
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Dial
symbol
Viewfinder
indication
Dial
symbol
Viewfinder
indication
Mode
Mode
LOCK
AUTO LOCK
Auto Mode 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;
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.
•Auto gain control is turned off.
•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but
can also be manually changed to another mode
(੬ pg. 29).
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release
•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. 27).
Auto Mode Release
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto
Mode Lock.
SPORTS
Sports
Electronic
Fog Filter
FG
FG : FOG
Sports
Electronic Fog Filter
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
action.
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.
1/1000 sec.
1/1000
1S 1/1000
High Speed Shutter
ND
ND:ND EFFECT
ND Effect
1/2000 sec.
1/2000
2S 1/2000
ND Effect
High Speed Shutter
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on
the subject.
High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)
Captures faster action than Sports mode.
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. 20)
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood
movie.
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Fade-in
Fader
This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to black
blank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and fade-
out works at recording end or when you enter Record-
Standby mode.
ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE
Press EFFECT to engage the Fade-Standby mode.
1
Fade-out
Viewfinder
4
EFFECT
B
K
After 2 sec.
•“ FADER” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.
FADER
BK
Then “FADER” disappears, and only “ ” remains.
START OR END RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in
or fade-out.
2
3
TO CANCEL FADE-STANDBY
MODE
BK
While
“
”
is displayed, press EFFECT.
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade-standby mode is cancelled.
NOTES:
● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button
allows you to record a black blank screen.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is
used with Sepia (੬ pg. 19).
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 19) engaged,
the image fades in/out to a white screen.
EFFECT
WIDE
Recording
Start/Stop
Button
Wide
This feature allows you to record black bars at the top
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like
“wide-screen” effect.
Viewfinder
ENGAGE WIDE MODE
Press WIDE.
1
•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.
Wide mode
NOTE (for Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, and Instant Titles) :
When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings
(Fade-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Titles : off). Then when the Select
Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK, the above functions return to the settings you
selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK. However, if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK, the
selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any
position except AUTO LOCK.
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Viewfinder
Super LoLux(Gain Up)
4S.LX
Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with
low or poor lighting.
After 2 sec.
MAX
SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE
Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the
modes as shown to the left. Once the desired mode
appears, it is engaged.
1
MAX
NORM
OFF
•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2
seconds, then disappears.
MAX
: To record a subject in a dark lit environ-
ment. When it is more convenient to
shoot the subject with a brighter image
even if the picture becomes slightly
coarse.
NORM : To record a subject in a dimly lit environ-
ment. When it is more convenient to
shoot with a less coarse picture although
the subject becomes slightly dark.
: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment.
OFF
TITLE
SUPER LOLUX
Instant Titles
Viewfinder
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.
Title display
SELECT PRESET TITLE
Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
OUR FAMILY
No display
1
titles until the desired title is displayed.
MOVIE STAR
PARTY TIME
MERRY CHRISTMAS
WEDDING DAY
CONGRATULATIONS
The characters you have set using
Character Generator (੬ pg. 22)
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Character Generator
You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears.
1
ACCESS CHARACTER MENU
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “CHARACTER”, then press it.
Select Dial
MENU Jog Dial
Menu Screen
2
3
Viewfinder
MENU
INPUT CHARACTERS
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired
character blink, then press it. The selected character
appears at the bottom of the screen. Repeat for
additional characters (max. 18).
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
•To select the location of the next character, rotate
M. W. B.
AUTO
the MENU Jog Dial to make “
”or “NEXT
”
BACK
ZOOM SPEED FAST
at the bottom of the screen blink, then press it
4
NEXT
repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath
the desired location. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial
when you are done, and the blinking cursor
returns to the character grid.
4
BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
OFF
OFF
END CHARACTER SETTING
TALLY LAMP ON
CHARACTER
Rotate the MENU jog dial to make “EXIT” blink,
then press it. The Menu Screen reappears and the
highlight bar is placed on “MENU END”.
JLIP ID NO.
07
4
5
DEMO MODE OFF
4
MENU END
CLOSE MENU
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
CHARACTER
A B C D E F G H
I
J K L M N O P Q R S
T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü
NOTES:
À È
:
0
Ì
,
2
Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &
● To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make
“CLEAR” blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial, then
press it. All characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase
selected characters only, first move the blinking cursor
to the characters at the bottom row which you want to
replace, then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight
¿
8
.
1
’
–
4
/
5
!
6
?
7
ࡖ 9
3
I
L I
1
BACK NEXT4 EXITCLEAR
“
” in the top left corner, and then press it.
CHARACTER
● To display the characters you have set — “Date/Time/
Character Insert” (੬ pg. 17) or “Instant Titles”
(੬ pg. 21).
A B C D E F G H
I
J K L M N O P Q R S
T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü
À È
:
0
Ì
,
2
Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &
● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby
mode.
¿
8
.
1
’
3
–
4
/
5
!
6
?
7
ࡖ 9
I
L I KE YOU
ࡖ BACK NEXT EXITCLEAR
1
4
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Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears.
1
2
Select Dial
MENU Jog Dial
SELECT FUNCTION
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar
on the desired function.
Viewfinder
MENU
•When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of
Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically
displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top
of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically
displayed.
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,
then go to step 5.
4NEXT
Menu Screen 1
MAKE SETTING
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the
selected function appears. The setting procedure
depends on the function you select.
4
BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
OFF
OFF
3
TALLY LAMP ON
CHARACTER
If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”,
“DATE/ TIME”, or “CHARACTER” . . .
.... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 26, 27,
EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 28, DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 7,
CHARACTER: ੬ pg. 22).
JLIP ID NO.
07
DEMO MODE OFF
4
MENU END
Menu Screen 2
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .
.... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number
blinks, then rotate it until the desired number
appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog
Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
If you select any other functions . . .
.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight
bar to the desired setting.
REC TIME
OFF
1 4 S
1 2 S
1 S
5 S
•If you decide you want to return to the
previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
EXIT
Setting Menu
(ex. REC TIME)
END SETTING
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
4
5
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.
4
BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
1S
OFF
CLOSE MENU
TALLY LAMP ON
CHARACTER
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen
reappears.
JLIP ID NO.
07
DEMO MODE OFF
4
MENU END
NOTE:
The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”
are not available while in the Record mode.
Normal Screen
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Menu Screen Explanations
FOCUS
AUTO
MANU
AUTO
MANU
Adjusts focus automatically.
Allows you to adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 26, 27).
Adjusts exposure automatically.
EXPOSURE
Allows you to adjust exposure manually (੬ pg. 28).
DATE/TIME
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 7).
TELE MACRO
OFF
ON
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.
TAPE LENGTH
M.W.B.
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 8).
This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses
the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic
white balance adjustment. However, precise colour adjustment
is not possible under the following conditions:
AUTO
: FINE
: CLOUD
•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.
•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 (੬ pg. 29).
: HALOGEN
MWB
ZOOM SPEED
FAST
Allows you to set the zooming speed (੬ pg. 14).
SLOW
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REC TIME
INT. TIME
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse
recording (੬ pg. 31).
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (੬ pg. 30) and Time-
Lapse recording (੬ pg. 31).
TALLY LAMP
ON
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
The tally lamp remains off at all times.
OFF
CHARACTER
JLIP ID NO.
Allows you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters (੬ pg. 22).
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.
DEMO MODE
OFF
ON
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
Demonstrates certain functions such as the Fader, Instant Titles
etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen
is closed, demonstration starts.
NOTES:
● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is
not available.
● By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase
Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it,
“DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.
● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.
= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK
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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):
Focus
detection zone
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
•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 “
” appears.
NOTES:
● 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. 14). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,
the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend-
ing on the distance between the camcorder and the
subject. When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 24) is activated, the
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.
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Manual Focus
NOTE:
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder
adjustments (੬ pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
1
2
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on
“FOCUS”.
Select Dial
MENU Jog Dial
Viewfinder
ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
MENU
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS
No indication
during
recording
M. W. B.
AUTO
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
ZOOM SPEED FAST
3 to “MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “
” appear. The
4NEXT
focus is locked at this point.
Menu Screen
ADJUST FOCUS
To farther subject . . .
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “
blinks.
FOCUS
” appears and
AUTO
MANU
Go to step 5.
To nearer subject . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears
and blinks.
No indication
during
recording
EXIT
Go to step 5.
Focus Menu Screen
END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU
END”.
5
6
CLOSE MENU
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
disppears and “
is locked.
” reappears to indicate the focus
Manual Focus Screen
NOTES:
● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.
● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from
step 1.
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,
sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at
longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
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Exposure Control
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override and make
the adjustment manually.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears.
1
Select Dial
MENU Jog Dial
ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU
SCREEN
Viewfinder
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “EXPOSURE” and press it.
MENU
2
3
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control
level counter) appears.
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
No indication
during
recording
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4
NEXT
ADJUST EXPOSURE
Menu Screen
To brighten the image . . .
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure
control level counter increases (maximum +06).
Go to step 5.
EXPOSURE
AUTO
MANU
To darken the image . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure
control level counter decreases (maximum –06).
Go to step 5.
No indication
during
recording
EXIT
END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE
Exposure Menu Screen
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
5
6
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU
END”.
00
Exposure
control
level
CLOSE MENU
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
disappears and the exposure control level counter
reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.
counter
NOTES:
Manual Exposure Screen
To brighten the image
● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 3.
● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from
step 1.
–
06
+
06
To darken the image
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Viewfinder
Manual White Balance Adjustment
(M.W.B.)
MENU
Menu Screen
4
MENU END
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, the more advanced camcorder operator would
prefer to control this function manually and achieve a
more professional colour/tint reproduction.
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
4
NEXT
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
1
M. W. B.
Screen appears.
M.W.B. Menu
Screen
AUTO
ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU
: FINE
: CLOUD
: HALOGEN
SCREEN
MWB
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “M.W.B.”, then press it.
2
EXIT
SELECT WHITE BALANCE
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to the required white balance.
3
“AUTO” ................... Automatic adjustment
“
“
“
: FINE” ............. Outdoors on sunny day
: CLOUD” ........ Outdoors on cloudy day
: HALOGEN” ... Light source is halogen or
tungsten lamp
“MWB” .................... When using a personal White
Balance Setting stored in
memory (see below.)
CLOSE MENU
Select Dial
MENU
Jog Dial
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
reappears. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to
exit the Menu Screen.
4
MWB
MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject’s light
source so you can shoot with natural colours that are
unaffected by surroundings, even when there are
multiple subjects with different colour temperatures.
NOTES:
● To switch to automatic white balance
adjustment, set the M.W.B. in the Menu
Screen to “AUTO”, or turn the Select Dial to
“AUTO LOCK”.
PREPARE WHITE OBJECT
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a
● Re-adjust the White Balance when the
lighting has changed, when the camcorder
has been turned off and on again, or when
the Select Dial’s position has been changed.
● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in
front of the subject in step 1 of “MWB”, this
unit makes its colour temperature standard
for automatic white balance. So you can
enjoy shooting with different colours. For
example, when adjusting with red, blue or
yellow colours, the image becomes the
colour which approximates to green, orange
or purple respectively.
1
2
3
sheet of white paper.
SELECT MWB
Follow step 1 through 3 of the above, select
“MWB”.
MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE
Press the MENU Jog Dial until “MWB” begins
blinking. “MWB” blinks while the white balance is
being stored in memory, then the Menu Screen
reappears when memorization is complete.
CLOSE MENU
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a
colour monitor when adjusting the white
balance (੬ pg. 36).
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
4
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Self-Timer
Recording
Start/Stop Button
You can set the delay between pressing the Recording
Start/Stop Button and the actual start of recording. If you
secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.
NOTE:
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode
before performing the following steps.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
Select Dial
1
2
3
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
MENU Jog Dial
Menu Screen
ACCESS INT. TIME MENU SCREEN
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
Viewfinder
MENU
4
MENU END
FOCUS
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
SET INTERVAL TIME
25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is
placed on “MENU END”.
M. W. B.
AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4
NEXT
CLOSE MENU
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
4
BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
OFF
OFF
4
5
TALLY LAMP ON
CHARACTER
START DELAYED RECORDING
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the
selected time has elapsed, recording begins
automatically.
JLIP ID NO.
07
DEMO MODE OFF
4
MENU END
To Cancel Self-Timer . . .
... Before the recording begins, press the Recording Start/
INT. TIME
REC TIME
Stop Button to display “
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
”, then set “INT.
PAUSE
OFF
OFF
15 S
1 4 S
1 2 S
1 S
30 S
1 MIN
5 MIN
5 S
EXIT
EXIT
INT. TIME Menu
REC TIME Menu
INT. TIME Indicator
INT. TIME and
REC TIME
indications on the
normal screen
15S
1S
REC TIME Indicator
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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 Select Dial to any position except
Turn the Select Dial to any position except
1
2
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.
1
2
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.
SET RECORDING TIME
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the
Menu Screen.
RECORDINGS
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “INT. TIME”, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The INT. TIME Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.
SET RECORDING TIME
START RECORDING
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the
Menu Screen.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after
focusing on the subject. The recording stops
automatically after the selected period of time.
3
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
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is
secured when shooting in Animation or
Time-Lapse mode.
To release when “
” is displayed, set
PAUSE
“REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu
Screen to “OFF”. To release when
” and “REC ” are not displayed,
● Fade-in/out cannot be performed during
Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.
● Before performing other operations following
Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure
the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.
● Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse are
cancelled when the power is shut off or when the
cassette is ejected.
“
PAUSE
press the Recording Start/Stop Button to display
”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT.
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
“
PAUSE
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PLAYBACK Basic Playback
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EN
Battery pack remaining power indicator
Tape counter
LOAD A CASSETTE
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
1
Recording mode indicator
SP
4
Tape running indicator
M–0:23:45
SELECT MODE
4
3
: Playback
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power
indicator lights.
: Fast-Forward/
Forward Search
: Rewind/Reverse
Search
2
3
4
2
PLAY BACK
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears.
6 : Still Playback
STOP PLAYBACK
PLAY/PAUSE
Press STOP.
REW
FF
Rewind or Fast-forward the tape
Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
STOP
NOTE:
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5
minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power
Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.
Power Switch
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Tracking
AT
This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that
appear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is Auto
Tracking. Manual Tracking is also available.
ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING
Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode.
1
Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear.
•To return to Auto Tracking, press the MENU Jog
Dial. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes,
the indication disappears.
NOTES:
● When noise bars appear during playback, the
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is
displayed.
● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on
other VCRs or camcorders.
MENU Jog Dial
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FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Still Playback
To pause during playback.
COUNTER R/M
OPERATION:
1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during
playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press
PLAY/PAUSE again.
Noise bars appear and pictures may
become monochrome during Still
Playback. This is normal.
PLAY/PAUSE
FF
NOTE:
REW
STOP
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.
Noise bars appear and pictures may
become monochrome or darken in
Shuttle Search. This is normal.
NOTE:
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 1 second. The counter
resets to “0:00:00”.
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than
1 second. “M” appears.
3) After recording or playback, press
STOP, then REW. The tape
automatically stops at or close to
0:00:00.
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start
playback.
NOTES:
● The counter memory functions in
the Fast-Forward and Rewind
modes.
● To disable Counter Memory
Function, press COUNTER R/M for
less than 1 second so the “M”
disappears.
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PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter
Cassette Adapter
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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
1
2
3
one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the
illustration to the left. Then reattach the cover.
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. This may take around 10 seconds. Do
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then insert
your finger in the hole on the underside of the
adapter as shown in the illustration to the left, push
up and remove the cassette.
4
Sliding latch
Reels
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
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PLAYBACK Basic Connections
There are three basic types of connections. When making
the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
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A
Connection To A VCR
(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)
When connecting
the cables, open
the jack cover.
NOTE:
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.
To AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT
connectors
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR
As shown in the illustration to the left, connect the
Audio and
Video cables
(provided)
1
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and
those on the VCR.
To
SUPPLY POWER
AUDIO and
VIDEO IN
connectors
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
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
B
Connectors (Playback ONLY)
NOTE:
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.
RF unit
RF-V5E
(optional)
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV
As shown in the illustration to the left, connect the
1
2
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and
those on the TV.
To AUDIO, VIDEO and
RF DC OUT connectors
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.
Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input
Connectors (Playback ONLY)
● 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.
NOTE:
Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit.
*Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for connection
procedure.
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Tape Dubbing
CONNECT EQUIPMENT
Following the illustration to the left, connect the
camcorder and the VCR.
1
2
PLAY/PAUSE
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.
Power Switch
START EDITING
When connecting
the cables, open
the jack cover.
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
Record mode.
To AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT
connectors
5
6
7
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
PAUSE on the camcorder.
Audio and
Video cables
(provided)
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)
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
POWER
No power is supplied.
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly
(੬ pg. 4).
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 4).
● The power supply has not been correctly connected
(੬ pg. 5).
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.
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have
removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the
hole with adhesive tape.
Recording does not start.
● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to
“CAMERA” (੬ pg. 12).
PLAYBACK
The tape is running, but there’s no
playback picture.
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.
● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has
not been set to VIDEO.
● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.
Playback picture is blurred or
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. 34).
Rewinding or fast-forwarding
cannot be performed.
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
OTHER
The tape won’t eject.
● The battery pack is running low.
● The Select Dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.
● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the
background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the
camcorder.
Some functions are not available.
Vertical white lines appear when
shooting a very bright object.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear
in the viewfinder.
● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of
the camcorder.
The viewfinder and the lens have
become dirty (ex. fingerprints).
● Wipe them gently with soft cloth.
The picture is blurred in the Quick
Review or Retake mode.
●
This is normal while recording in the LP mode. Some noise
may be present while recording in the SP mode ( pg. 8).
੬
An error number (i.e. E03) appears.
The image is out of focus.
● 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 view-
finder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
● The dioptre needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 10).
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation
of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 26).
The date and time displays
disappear.
● 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. 7),
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.
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Controls
Connectors
1 Power Zoom Button ........................... ੬ pg. 14
2 Select Dial ......................................... ੬ pg. 18
3 Multi-Function Control
) DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 5
The jacks q to r are located beneath the jack
cover.
q J terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
Connector.]
•EFFECT Button ................................. ੬ pg. 20
•WIDE Button ................................... ੬ pg. 20
•TITLE Button .................................... ੬ pg. 21
•SUPER LOLUX Button ..................... ੬ pg. 21
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device
such as a personal computer.
For further details consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR
is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with
a J terminal.
4 PUSH Button...................................... ੬ pg. 9
5 Recording Mode [SP/LP] Button ......... ੬ pg. 8
6 DATE/TIME Button ............................. ੬ pg. 17
COUNTER R/M Button ....................... ੬ pg. 34
7 5SEC. REC [5-sec recording] Button ... ੬ pg. 15
w VIDEO OUT Connector ..................... ੬ pg. 36
e RF DC OUT Connector ...................... ੬ pg. 36
r AUDIO OUT Connector .................... ੬ pg. 36
8 REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 32
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ...... ੬ pg. 15
9 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 32
0 FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 32
RETAKE F Button ................................ ੬ pg. 15
Indicators
t Power Indicator .................................. ੬ pg. 12
y Tally Lamp ......................................... ੬ pg. 12
! STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 32
@ EJECT Switch ...................................... ੬ pg. 9
Other Parts
u Video Light......................................... ੬ pg. 16
i Microphone
# Function Navigator Dial
[MENU Jog Dial] ................................ ੬ pg. 7
$ LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch ........... ੬ pg. 16
% BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... ੬ pg. 4
^ Dioptre Adjustment ............................ ੬ pg. 10
& Recording Start/Stop Button................ ੬ pg. 12
* Power Switch ................................ ੬ pg.12, 32
( LENS COVER Switch .......................... ੬ pg. 12
o Camera sensor
Be careful not to cover this area; built-in
here is the sensor necessary for shooting.
p Clock Battery Compartment ............... ੬ pg. 6
Q Battery Pack Mount ............................ ੬ pg. 4
W Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 11
E Electronic Viewfinder ......................... ੬ pg. 10
R Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 10
T Tripod Mounting Socket ..................... ੬ pg. 11
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Viewfinder Indications
1 Cassette Warning/
@ Interval Timer/Recording Time/
Tape Remaining Time ......................... ੬ pg. 13
5Sec. Rec Mode Indicator ............. ੬ pg. 15 ,30
# Instant Title Display ............................ ੬ pg. 21
$ Date/Time/Character Display .............. ੬ pg. 17
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 tape remaining time is
displayed and the tape remaining time warning
blinks when the tape is about to reach its end.
When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and a
)
% Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator
Changes as follows according to the battery
pack’s remaining power level:
“
”. When the power is
almost gone, the indicator “ ” blinks (battery
power warning), then the unit shuts off. Replace
the battery pack with a fully charged one.
Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened
tape is loaded: the cassette (
displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab’s
position.
) mark is
squares —
— does not necessarily mean
2 Recording Mode (SP/LP) Indicator....... ੬ pg. 8
that the battery pack is fully charged.
3, 9 Programme AE Indicator ................ ੬ pg. 18
Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the
Select Dial is switched from one position to
another. Then only the indicator remains at 9.
3, 0 Fade-Standby Indicator .................. ੬ pg. 20
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when the
Fader is engaged by pressing the EFFECT button.
Then only the indicator remains at 0.
4 Multi-Function Control Indication ......੬ pg. 20
Displayed when any of the buttons located on
the Multi-Function Control is pressed. The
indication disappears within approx. 2 seconds.
5 Super LoLux Indicator ......................... ੬ pg. 21
^ Focus Indicator ................................... ੬ pg. 27
& Exposure Control Level Counter ......... ੬ pg. 28
* White Balance Mode Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 29
( Clock Battery Warning
Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the power is
turned on. This display also blinks when the
clock (lithium) battery is either not installed or
has discharged. Install or replace the old battery
with a new one (੬ pg. 6).
) •Tape End Display: TAPE END ........... ੬ pg. 13
Appears when the end of the tape is reached
during playback, recording or fast-forward.
•Condensation Warning:
6 Tape Length Indicator ......................... ੬ pg. 8
7 Zoom Indicator Bar............................. ੬ pg. 14
8 Recording Indicator ............................ ੬ pg. 12
When this indication appears, all functions
except tape eject and power on/off are disabled.
Turn the unit off (without removing the power
source) for a few hours, and when you turn it on
again the indication should disappear.
! •Record-Standby Mode Indicator ....... ੬ pg. 12
•Lens Cover Warning:
LENS COVER ...................................੬ pg. 13
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NOTES:
DANGER:
Video Light
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
• 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.
Charging........................... 10°C to 35°C
Operation ......................... 0°C to 40°C
Storage .............................–10°C to 30°C
• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it
remains extremely hot for some time.
• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm
between the video light and people or object.
• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
• It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacing the video light.
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
20°C.
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read
the following cautions:
General Battery Precautions
1. During use . . .
..... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.
..... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
automatically erases the previously recorded
video and audio signals.
• When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not
functioning even when correctly operated, the battery
is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.
• Use only the following battery:
C-P6U or C-P7U ....................... AA (R6) size
..... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
When misused, battery can leak or explode.
..... 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.
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when
replacing the battery.
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can
leak or explode.
..... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
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.
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).
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:
..... vertically, in their original cases.
Main Unit
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
1. To avoid hazard . . .
..... 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.
..... do not burn.
..... do not short-circuit the terminals.
Terminals
..... do not modify or disassemble.
..... use only specified chargers.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
..... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
..... avoid repeated charging without fully discharg-
ing.
..... 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.
..... 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.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
..... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
..... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
cooking stove.
..... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
..... near a television set.
..... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
..... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
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3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
..... in places of over 50°C.
For Your Maintenance
..... in places where humidity is extremely low.
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
..... in direct sunlight.
..... in a closed car in summer.
..... near a heater.
1. After Use
1 Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to
turn off the camcorder.
2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then
remove the cassette.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
..... allow it to become wet.
PUSH.
..... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
..... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
4 Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery
pack.
5 Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to
close the lens cover.
..... 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. Be sure to
hold the main unit with both hands or use the
grip.
2. Cleaning The Camcorder
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
2 CLEAN LENS
..... swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
3 REMOVE EYEPIECE
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull
it out.
About moisture condensation . . .
4 CLEAN VIEWFINDER
● You may have observed that pouring a cold
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to
form on the glass’ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the 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.
Remove dust using a blower brush.
5 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.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
EN
45
VIDEO
Output
Format
: VHS PAL standard
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced (via VIDEO
OUT connector)
Power source
Power consumption
light on
: DC 6V
: 7.9 W
: 5.0 W
: PAL-type
AUDIO
Output
light off
Signal system
Video recording system
Luminance
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm
(via AUDIO OUT
connector)
: FM recording
: Converted sub-carrier
direct recording
Conforms to VHS
standard
Colour
AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER
(AA-V15EG)
Power requirement
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,
50/60 Hz
Cassette
Tape speed
:
cassette
Power consumption
Output
Charge
VTR
Charging system
: 23 W
SP
LP
: 23.39 mm/sec.
: 11.70 mm/sec.
: DC 8.5 V
: DC 6.3 V
, 1.3 A
, 1.8 A
: Constant current,
peak detection,
timer controlled
: 140 (W) x 42 (H) x
68 (D) mm
Recording time (max.)
SP
LP
: 60 minutes
: 120 minutes
(with EC-60 cassette)
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C
Dimensions
Weight
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Weight
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to +50°C
: Approx. 800 g
: Approx. 300 g
Dimensions
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)
Dimensions
(Including viewfinder) : 113 (W) x 117 (H) x
242 (D) mm
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x
104 (D) mm
: Approx. 240 g
Weight
Accessory
CAMERA
: “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1
Pick up
Lens
: 1/4” format CCD
: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 83.6 mm,
22:1 power zoom lens
with auto iris and macro
control, filter diameter
46 mm
: Electronic viewfinder
with 0.5” black/white
CRT
Provided Accessories ...................... ੬ pg. 3
Optional Accessories
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E
Viewfinder
•RF Unit RF-V5E
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
White balance
adjustment
: Auto/Manual adjustment
Some accessories are not available in some areas.
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on
accessories and their availability.
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless
otherwise indicated.
E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to
change without notice.
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