COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
GR-AX275
The Logical Choice
PAL
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
Compact VHS
PAL
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0002-025A
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CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
MAJOR FEATURES
EN
3
4
Ⅲ
Programme Manager (੬ pg. 12 – 23)
Power .............................................. 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ... 6
Viewfinder Adjustment .......................... 6
Date/Time Setting ................................ 7
Tape Length Setting............................... 8
Loading/Unloading A Cassette.................. 8
Grip Adjustment................................... 9
Shoulder Strap Attachment ...................... 9
Tripod Mounting ................................... 9
ⅢProgramme AE with Special Effects
(੬ pgs. 12, 13)
• Auto Mode Lock
• Auto Mode Release
• Electronic Fog Filter • ND Effect
• Sepia • Twilight • Sports
• 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter
• 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
ⅢVariable-Speed Hyper Zoom
(੬ pg. 11)
RECORDING
10
ⅢEasyEdit with Random Assemble
Editing (੬ pg. 29 – 31)
Basic Recording ................................. 10
Basic Features ................................... 11
Advanced Features ............................. 12
PLAYBACK
24
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
Using The Cassette Adapter ................... 24
Basic Connections ............................... 25
Basic Playback .................................. 26
Features.......................................... 27
EDITING
28
Tape Dubbing .................................... 28
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ......... 29
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EG
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 32
Insert Editing .................................... 34
Audio Dubbing ................................... 35
•Shoulder Strap
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
TROUBLESHOOTING
36
INDEX
38
Controls .......................................... 38
Connectors ....................................... 39
Indicators ........................................ 39
Other Parts ...................................... 39
Viewfinder ....................................... 40
•AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) cable
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V705U
CAUTIONS
41
43
•DC cord
•Lithium Battery
CR2025 x 2
SPECIFICATIONS
•Cable Adapter
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GETTING STARTED
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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
Charge marker
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.
** 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.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
When charging is completed, the END indicator
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
of the arrow.
3
BATT. PACK
CHARGE
DISCHARGE
BN-V12U
BN-V22U
BN-V25U
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook on.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
1
2
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
Push in.
BATT. PACK
BN-V12U
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME
1 hr. 10 min.
BATT. RELEASE
BN-V22U
BN-V25U
2 hrs. 25 min.
3 hrs. 10 min.
**REFRESH
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that
allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before
recharging.
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.
To discharge the battery . . .
..... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the
illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The
REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts,
and goes out when discharging is complete.
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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 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 Charger/Adapter
(connect as shown in the illustration to the left).
To DC in jack
NOTES:
To AC outlet
DC OUT
terminal
● 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.
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EG
DC cord
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
the illustration to the left).
To car’s cigarette
lighter socket
NOTE:
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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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”.
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Date/Time Setting
SELECT MODE
MENU
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.
2
3
SELECT FUNCTION
Press – to move the highlight bar down to “DATE/
TIME”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time
screen appears.
+
PROGRAM AE
select dial
SET DATE/TIME
Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set
4
begins blinking, then press + or – to until the correct
setting appears.
NEAR
•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.
–
FAR
•If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5.
GAIN UP
S.LX
OFF
OFF
OFF
07
Menu Screen
TELE MACRO
INTERVAL TIMER
REC TIME
START CLOCK OPERATION
Once you’ve set the day, month, year and time,
press FAR or NEAR until “SET” begins to blink, then
press MENU. The Menu screen reappears.
JLIP ID NO.
SET CHARACTER
DATE/TIME
5
6
CLOSE MENU
END :MENU KEY
Press MENU.
Set Time and
Date Screen
NOTES:
1.1.00
SET
10:45
● To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 18).
● If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (30. 2, 31. 6,
etc.) and perform step 5, “INPUT ERROR” appears
blinking at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or
NEAR to input the correct number.
CANCEL
Date
Day/Month/Year
Time
24-hour indication
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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Tape Length Setting
T30•45•60
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
tape length
select button
SET TAPE LENGTH
Press T30•45•60 until the required indication
1
appears in the veiwfinder. T30 = 30 minutes of
recording time, T45 = 45 minutes, and T60 = 60
minutes.
NOTE:
The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 10) displayed in the
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has
been selected.
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
T30
T30
T45
T60
Tape length indicator
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
1
2
3
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
locked.
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
Turn to take
up slack.
● 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.
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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Grip Adjustment
EXPAND LOOP
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
INSERT HAND
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
2
3
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
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.
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
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RECORDING Basic Recording
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Tape remaining time indicator
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 4)
25MIN
*---MIN
(Now calculating)
● Tape Length setting (੬ pg. 8)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 9)
60MIN
59MIN
LOAD A CASSETTE
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
3MIN
1
2
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
Power indicator
2MIN (Blinking)
1MIN (Blinking)
0MIN (Blinking)
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
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
START SHOOTING
Press the RECORDING START/STOP button.
3
4
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,
and “REC ” appears in the viewfinder.
POWER
Start/Stop button
STOP RECORDING
Press the RECORDING START/STOP button again to
stop recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
Tally lamp
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply is attached.
● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force.
● The tape’s remaining time is displayed in 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 displayed in the viewfinder 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.
● 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. 11) to find the end of
the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover
is closed.
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RECORDING Basic Features
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Power zoom switch
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Zooming
Varies the focal length of the lens
and produces the zoom in/out effect.
OPERATION:
Zoom In
1) Pull the power zoom switch down
toward “T”.
Zoom Out
1) Push the switch up toward “W”.
● The further the power zoom switch
is pushed, the faster the zoom
speed becomes.
NOTES:
● Focusing may become unstable
during zooming. In this case, set
the zoom while in Record–
Standby, set manual focus or Focus
Lock (੬ pgs. 14, 15), then zoom
in or out in Record mode.
Zoom-in
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Quick Review
To check the end of the last record-
ing.
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.
Zoom-out
Zoom indicator
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” fast-forwards the tape
and pressing “R” reverses it.
3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start
recording.
RETAKE (R/F)
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake.
This is normal.
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RECORDING Advanced Features
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Programme AE With Special Effects
1 second later, the mode is activated.
All you have to do to access any of the variety of
shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select
dial.
SEPIA
After
1 sec.
SELECT MODE
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the
symbol of the function you want is aligned
with the mark.
Viewfinder
1
•The selected mode’s name and its indication
are displayed in the viewfinder for approx.
1 second. Then the name disappears, and
only the indication remains. The mode is
activated.
•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode
Release mode is selected, only the mode’s
name is displayed. Then the name disappears
and the mode is activated.
NOTES:
● Only one effect can be engaged at a time.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the
fader (੬ pg. 16) is used in the Sepia mode.
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High
Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted
situations.
Mark
C
U
+
FAR NEAR
PROGRAM AE
select dial
–
● 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.
DIAL
SYMBOL
VIEWFINDER
INDICATION
DIAL
SYMBOL
VIEWFINDER
INDICATION
MODE
MODE
LOCK
AUTO LOCK
Auto Mode Lock
FG
FG:FOG
Electronic Fog Filter
Auto Mode Lock
Electronic Fog Filter
Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing
incorrect operation due to accidental button
pressing during shooting.
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.
•In this mode the following controls are disabled;
FADE, WIDE, TITLE, DISPLAY, M.W.B (Manual
White Balance), Manual Focus, Focus Lock,
Exposure Control and MENU
ND
ND:ND EFFECT ND Effect
ND Effect
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on
the subject.
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release
Auto Mode Release
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto
Mode Lock.
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DIAL
SYMBOL
VIEWFINDER
INDICATION
DIAL
SYMBOL
VIEWFINDER
INDICATION
MODE
MODE
SEPIA
Sepia
SPORTS
Sports
Sepia
Sports
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. 16)
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood
movie.
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
action.
1/1000 sec.
1/1000
S 1/1000
S 1/2000
1
2
High Speed Shutter
1/2000 sec.
TWILIGHT Twilight
1/2000
High Speed Shutter
High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)
Captures faster action than Sports mode.
Twilight
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more
natural and dramatic. The following happens when
Twilight mode is selected:
•Auto gain control is turned off.
•White Balance is set to “ ” (outdoor mode), but
can also be manually changed to another mode
(੬ pg. 19).
•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. 15).
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
1
2
position except AUTO LOCK.
BRIGHTEN IMAGE
+
Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level
indicator appears in the viewfinder.
+
02
OR . . .
DARKEN IMAGE
Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level
indicator appears in the viewfinder.
When you want to return to the factory
setting . . .
Exposure Level Indicator
–
RESTORE INITIAL SETTING
To brighten the image
Press + and – simultaneously. The standard
setting is immediately restored and the
Exposure level indicator disappears.
3
–
06
+
06
To darken the image
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RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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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 in the viewfinder.*
•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 “
viewfinder.
” appears in the
Focus Lock
This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially
helpful in the following situations:
FAR
NEAR
•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
Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “
”
appears in the viewfinder.
RELEASE FOCUS LOCK
Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock
indication disappears.
NOTES:
● 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. 11). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,
the camcorder could automatically zoom out
depending on the distance between the camcorder and
the subject. *When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 21) is activated,
the camcorder will not zoom out automatically.
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Manual Focus
Power zoom lever
NOTE:
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder
adjustments (੬ pg. 6). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.
SELECT MODE
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.
FAR
NEAR
To nearer subject . . .
Press and hold NEAR. The Manual Focus indications
“
” appear and “ ” blinks.
Go to step 3.
PROGRAM AE select dial
LOCK FOCUS
Release FAR or NEAR. The focus indication is
3
4
replaced by the focus lock indication “
adjusted focus is locked in.
” and the
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.
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RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Fader
Function indication
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.
FADE
FADE
Fade-Standby
indication
SELECT MODE
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
SELECT button
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.
SELECT FUNCTION
FADE
Press SELECT repeatedly until “
” appears.
ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE
Press SET to engage the Fade–Standby mode.
The Fade-Standby indication “FADE” is displayed.
START RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and
activate fade-in.
PROGRAM AE select dial
SET button
OR . . .
END RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and
engage fade-out.
FADE IN
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. 13).
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 12)
engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.
FADE OUT
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.
Wide mode
SELECT MODE
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.
SELECT FUNCTION
Press SELECT repeatedly until “ WIDE ” appears.
ENGAGE WIDE MODE
PressSET.
RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN
WIDE
Press SET again while “
” appears.
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Instant Titles
Title indication
TITLE
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.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
OUR FAMILY
DISPLAY
SELECT MODE
MOVIE STAR
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
PARTY TIME
No indication
except AUTO LOCK.
1
MERRY CHRISTMAS
WEDDING DAY
CONGRATULATIONS
SELECT FUNCTION
SET
SELECT
MENU
Press SELECT repeatedly until “
” appears.
TITLE
2
SELECT PRESET TITLE
The characters you
have set using
Character Generator
Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to
cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is
displayed.
3
NOTES:
● To delete the Instant Title during recording, press SET.
● To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and then
press SET to select the desired title.
PROGRAM AE
select dial
Character Generator
You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.
GAIN UP
S.LX
OFF
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
TELE MACRO
1
INTERVAL TIMER OFF
REC TIME
OFF
07
ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU
JLIP ID NO.
SET CHARACTER
DATE/TIME
Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “SET
CHARACTER”, then press NEAR. The Character Set
2
menu appears.
END :MENU KEY
INPUT CHARACTERS
Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to the
desired character, then press MENU. The selected
3
characters appear at the bottom of the screen. Repeat as
many times as desired (max. 18).
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
S
J
T
À
:
M
•To select the location of the next character, press +, –,
FAR or NEAR to highlight the row of squares at the
bottom of the screen, then press FAR or NEAR to
make the desired location blink. Press + when you’re
done, and the pointer returns to the character grid.
V W X
Ü
&
ࡖ 9
Ì
,
Ò
’
Ù
Ñ Æ Ø
Å
¿
–
/
!
?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
I
L I
END CHARACTER SETTING
press MENU twice to return to the normal screen.
END
CLEAR
Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make “END” blink, then
4
SET : MENU KEY
NOTES:
A
B
L
C
D
N
E
O
Y
F
P
Z
G
Q
Ä
H
R
Ö
I
● 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 pointer to the row of squares by pressing +,
–, FAR or NEAR to highlight them. Press FAR or NEAR to make
the desired character blink, then press +, FAR or NEAR to move
the pointer to “ ” in the top left corner. Press MENU.
● To display the characters you have set — “Instant Titles” or
“Date/Time/Character Insert” (੬ pg. 18).
J
T
À
:
K
U
È
.
M
S
V W X
Ü
&
ࡖ 9
Ì
,
Ò
’
Ù
Ñ Æ Ø
Å
¿
–
/
!
?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
I
L I KE YOU
ࡖ END
CLEAR
● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby mode.
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Date/Time Character Insert
SELECT
This feature allows you to display date, time and characters
in your viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor,
record them manually or automatically, and even make
your own titles.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the Date/Time
Setting procedure (੬ pg. 7). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.
DISPLAY
SET
SELECT MODE
PROGRAM AE
select dial
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
DISP.
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.
SELECT DISPLAY
DISP.
Press SELECT repeatedly until “
” appears.
CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE
Auto Date Record mode
Date-off mode
Date display
Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through
the modes as shown in the illustration at left.
NOTES:
Character Generator
Date/Time display
● The selected display can be recorded.
● If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off
mode before shooting.
Auto Date Record mode
● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press
SET.
● If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the
Record–Standby mode and then select the desired
display mode using SET.
AUTO DATE
25.12.97
Auto date record
mode
Auto date record
executed
AUTO DATE RECORD
Your camcorder automatically records the day, month
and year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated
in the following situations:
•After changing the date.
•After loading a cassette.
Date display
Date/Time display
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing
SET. In this mode, the day, month and year are replaced
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”.
25.12.97
25.12.97
10:45
NOTES:
Character Generator
● Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this
mode, and disables all other modes.
● In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes
while you’re shooting, the date indication is recorded for
about 5 seconds from that point. It is not recorded
during any other recordings made on that day.
SET CHAR
IN PARIS, FRANCE
No Characters
stored
Example of stored
characters
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Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.)
SELECT
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:
• 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.
SELECT MODE
SET
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
PROGRAM AE select dial
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.
SELECT FUNCTION
M.W.B.
White balance
mode indicator
M.W.B.
Press SELECT reapeatedly until “
” appears.
MWB
SELECT WHITE BALANCE
Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the
required indication appears in the viewfinder.
No indication (Auto)
MWB
“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 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.
SELECT MODE
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
1
2
except AUTO LOCK.
ADJUST FOCUS
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a
sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually
(੬ pg. 15).
ADJUST WHITE BALANCE
Press SET until “MWB” appears, then press and hold
SET for more than 3 seconds.
3
• “MWB” blinks in the viewfinder during adjustment, then
stops blinking but stays lit when adjustment is complete.
NOTES:
● To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press SET until the indication disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE
select dial to “AUTO LOCK”.
● Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned on and off again, or
when the PROGRAM AE select dial’s position has been changed.
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance (“Basic Connections”
੬ pg. 25).
● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST FOCUS”), this unit makes its colour
temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colours. For example, when
adjusting with red, blue or yellow colours, the image becomes the colour which aproximates to green, orange or purple
respectively.
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RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment
MENU
This camcorder is equipped with Programme Manager,
an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies
many of the more detailed camcorder settings.
SELECT MODE
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Press MENU.
SELECT FUNCTION
+
FAR
Press + or – to place the highlight bar on the desired
NEAR
–
function.
MAKE SETTING
The setting procedure depends on the function you
select.
GAIN UP
TELE MACRO
INTERVAL TIMER OFF
S.LX
OFF
If you select GAIN UP, TELE MACRO, INTERVAL
TIMER, REC TIME or JLIP ID NO. . . .
.... 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. 17;
DATE/TIME – ੬ pg. 7).
REC TIME
OFF
07
JLIP ID NO.
SET CHARACTER
DATE/TIME
END :MENU KEY
CLOSE MENU
Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.
GAIN UP
NORM
ON
5
TELE MACRO
INTERVAL TIMER 1MIN
REC TIME
1/2S
07
JLIP ID NO.
NOTE:
SET CHARACTER
DATE/TIME
The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.
END :MENU KEY
PAUSE
If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has
been changed from the factory settings, this
mark appears in the viewfinder.
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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
OFF
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.
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
15 S
INTERVAL TIMER
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer
(੬ pg. 22) and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 23).
30 S
1 MIN
5 MIN
OFF
1/4 S
1/2 S
1 S
REC TIME
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation
and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 23).
JLIP ID NO.
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such
as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP).
The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.
SET CHARACTER
DATE/TIME
Allows you to input characters. (੬ pg. 17).
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 7).
= 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. 15).
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Self-Timer
Interval
You can set the delay between pressing RECORDING
START/STOP and the actual start of recording. If you
secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.
Timer Indicator
1MIN
1/2S
Rec Time Indicator
NOTE:
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode
before performing the following steps.
+
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
MENU
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position
1
2
except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.
FAR
NEAR
SET INTERVAL TIME
Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to
“INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR to
cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired
time appears. Choose from “15S”, “30S”, “1MIN”,
“5MIN”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.
–
CLOSE MENU
Press MENU.
3
4
START DELAYED RECORDING
Tally lamp
Press RECORDING START/STOP. The tally lamp
begins blinking, and the blinking frequency
increases about 5 seconds before recording is to
start. Once recording begins, the lamp stops
blinking but stays lit.
To Release Self-Timer . . .
GAIN UP
S.LX
OFF
..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press RECORDING
START/STOP to stop the blinking, then set
“INTERVAL TIMER” to “OFF”.
TELE MACRO
INTERVAL TIMER OFF
REC TIME
OFF
07
JLIP ID NO.
SET CHARACTER
DATE/TIME
END :MENU KEY
1S
1/2S
1/4S
OFF
15S
5MIN
1MIN
30S
OFF
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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 before performing the following steps.
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby
mode 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”, 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”, 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-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.
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PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter
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Cassette Adapter
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded
with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS
video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery
powered and automatically performs tape loading and
unloading.
+
INSERT BATTERY
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install
one “R6(AA)” 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
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PLAYBACK Basic Connections
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25
There are three basic types of connections. When making
the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
Connection To A VCR [A]
(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)
NOTE:
Use the provided Audio and Video cables.
To AUDIO and
VIDEO connectors
When
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR
connecting the
cables, open
the jack cover.
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the
Audio and Video
cables (provided)
1
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and
VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on
the VCR.
A
B
To AUDIO and
VIDEO IN
connectors
SUPPLY POWER
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
If your TV/VCR
has the SCART
connector, use
the provided
2
3
SELECT MODE
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV
to its VIDEO mode.
cable adapter.
VCR
Connection To A TV With A/V Input
Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)
Antenna
NOTE:
Use the provided 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-V5E
(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.
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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NOTE:
PLAY/PAUSE
REW FF
Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in
“Basic Connections” (੬ pg. 25).
LOAD A CASSETTE
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
1
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
STOP
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
SELECT MODE
Set the Power switch to “PLAY”. The Power On
indicator lights.
2
3
4
PLAYBACK
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in
the viewfinder and the connected TV.
STOP PLAYBACK
PressSTOP.
Rewind or Fast-forward the tape
Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
POWER
NOTE:
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5
minutes in STOP mode or Still Playback mode. To turn
on again, set the Power switch to “POWER OFF”, then to
“PLAY”.
Tape running indicator
M-0:23:45
4
: Playback
3
: Fast-Forward/
Forward Search
: Rewind/Reverse
Search
2
6 : Still Playback
Tape counter
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PLAYBACK Features
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27
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.
+
–
● Manual Tracking may not work
with tapes recorded on other VCRs
or camcorders.
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
OPERATION:
Still Playback
To pause during playback.
1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during
playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press
PLAY/PAUSE again.
COUNTER R/M PLAY/PAUSE
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.
STOP
OPERATION:
Forward Search
1) Press FF during playback.
Reverse Search
1) Press REW during playback.
REW
FF
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 FF and REW modes.
● To disable Counter Memory
Function, press COUNTER R/M so
the “M” disappears.
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EDITING
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Tape Dubbing
CONNECT EQUIPMENT
Following the illustration at left, connect the
camcorder and the VCR.
PLAY/PAUSE
Power switch
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
To AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT
connectors
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.
When connecting
the cables, open the
jack cover.
START EDITING
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
Record mode.
Audio and
Video cable
(provided)
5
6
7
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
PAUSE on the camcorder.
To AUDIO and
VIDEO IN
connectors
If your TV/VCR
has the SCART
connector, use
the provided
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
cable adapter.
VCR (Recording deck)
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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 MBR (Multi-Brand
Remote RM-V704U or RM-V700U*) 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
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).
* The RM-V704U or RM-V700U is available
optionally.
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.
MBR SET
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
VCR CTL
IMPORTANT
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and
those of many other makers, it may not work with yours
or may offer limited functions.
0
RM-V704U or RM-V700U
VCR CODE LIST
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-V704U or RM-V700U is not able to control
the VCR, use the controls on the VCR.
VCR BRAND BUTTONS
VCR BRAND BUTTONS
NAME
NAME
(A) (B)
(A) (B)
AKAI
6
6
7
2ꢀ
4ꢀ
7
PHILIPS
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
3
9ꢀ
5ꢀ
1ꢀ
4ꢀ
1ꢀ
6ꢀ
2ꢀ
3
BLAUPUNKT
FERGUSON
1
3
MAKE CONNECTIONS
9
9
3
7ꢀ
8ꢀ
2
CONNECT TO . . .
A
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE
SANYO
3
3
6ꢀ
5
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
1
3
4ꢀ
4
1
PAUSE TERMINAL
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE
terminal.
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Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
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Connect the editing cable to the RM-V704U/
V700U’s Pause-In jack.
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on page 30.
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EDITING (cont.)
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EN
REW/FF
PREPARE CAMCORDER
Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to
“PLAY”.
STOP
CANCEL
2
3
PREPARE VCR
IN/OUT
R.A. EDIT
PLAY/PAUSE
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).
SELECT SCENES
ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER
DISPLAY
Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the
counter display appears in the viewfinder and the
screen of the connected TV.
1
2
3
Open the cover
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.
To AUDIO
and VIDEO
out connectors
To J terminal
(JLIP)
Editing cable
(optional, 3.5ø
mini-plug cable)
REGISTER END OF SCENE
Audio and
Video cable
(provided)
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.
To AUDIO
and VIDEO IN
connectors
A B
C
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene
To Remote
PAUSE
4
5
(as many as 8).
If your TV/VCR
has the SCART
connector, use
the provided
MAKE CORRECTIONS
To Pause-In
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the
cable adapter.
most recently registered point.
VCR (Recording deck)
NOTES:
● The RM-V704U/V700U can be used to operate other
camcorder functions as well. Point the
RM-V704U/V700U at the camcorder’s remote sensor and
press any of the following buttons (function apears in
parentheses):
RM-V704U/V700U
(optional)
IN/OUT
CANCEL
VCR REC STBY
ON/OFF
— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)
— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)
— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)
● There must be at least one second between an in-point and
its corresponding out-point.
● To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds open
between scenes.
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
ᮣ 1 0:00:25
1
2
3
0:00:25
0:01:05
0:03:31
0:02:53
2
0:03:18
0:02:33
3
● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or
out-points.
4
ᮣ 4 0:04:11
5
5
6
6
● 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.
7
7
8
8
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.
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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
3
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING
Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously
selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the
specified order.
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.
EDIT
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the
editing cable and the audio/video cable.
NOTES:
C
● If you performed step 1 on page 29 (“MAKE
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.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL
Using the RM-V704U/V700U remote control, it is also
possible to perform deck-to-deck Random Assemble
Editing. The playback deck must be an R.A. Edit-capable
JVC VCR. The recording deck can be...
Ⅲ a VCR other than JVC, or
AV OUT
Player (JVC VCR)
To
Ⅲ a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an
R.A. EDIT connector
Editing cable
(3.5 ø -3.5 ø,
optional)
R.A. EDIT
How to use:
— Connect the playback deck and RM-V704U/V700U as
shown on the left.
AV IN
— Set the RM-V704U/V700U to correspond to the brand
of the recording deck. (੬ pg. 29)
Recording deck
— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to
the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as
the playback deck.
To
PAUSE IN
Notes:
Ⅲ RM-V704U/V700U cannot be used to control the playback
deck.
RM-V704U or
RM-V700U
(optional)
Ⅲ RM-V704U/V700U is capable of controling basic operations
of the recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY,
STOP, PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not possible
with some brands and models). Other buttons cannot be
used.
Ⅲ To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the
controls on the recording deck itself.
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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.
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EN
1
A
B
C
Installing The Battery
2
2
3
a
3
PULL OUT BATTERY
2
1
3
1
Release
HOLDER
1
1
tab
Lock hole
A
B
C
Type
Type
Type
: Pull out by inserting a pointed
a
1
instrument into slot
.
: Pull out while sliding the lock
hole.
: Pinch the release tab and pull
out.
1
2
7
8
9
0
!
@
#
1
7
%
2
INSERT BATTERY
$
8
9
Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert
the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the
battery holder.
3
4
5
6
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-V704U or 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 (invariable speed, ੬ pg. 11)
—
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 26)
Stop (੬ pg. 26)
4 STOP Button
—
5 REW Button
Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 11)
Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 26)
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 34)
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. 33)
—
Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 33)
—
—
Pause (੬ pg. 26)
! FF Button
Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 11)
FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 26)
@ A.DUB Button
# PAUSE IN Connector
$ MBR SET Button
% VISS Button
—
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 35)
੬ pg. 30
—
—
੬ pg. 29
Index Code marking (੬ pg. 33)
—
^ VCR CTL Button
& R.A.EDIT Buttons
—
—
੬ pg. 29
੬ pg. 30
# — & : RM-V704U/V700U only.
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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.
Transmitted beam
effective area
OPERATION: Self-Timer
1) Set
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3
15°
on pg. 22 (“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).
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. 23 (“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 and No indication
(off).
Interval Timer Indicator
Viewfinder
2) Release
INDEX
1MIN
1/2S
Index Code
Marking
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on
pg. 23, press REC TIME on the remote
control until the Rec Time indicator
disappears.
Rec Time Indicator
Time-Lapse
1) Set
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3
on pg. 23 (“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 and No indication
(off).
2) Release
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on
pg. 23, press INT. TIME and REC TIME
on the remote control until the
indicators disappear.
START/STOP
NOTE:
Also refer to pgs. 22 and 23.
VISS
INT. TIME
REC TIME
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Index Code Marking
(RM-V704U/V700U only)
To give you automatic access to any
selected point on a recording.
OPERATION: 1) Press VISS once to place the index
code. “INDEX” blinks in the viewfinder
during marking.
RM-V704U or
RM-V700U
(optional)
RM-V705U
(provided)
NOTE:
If VISS is pressed during Record–Standby
mode, the mark is placed where
OR
RECORDING START/STOP is pressed.
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USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
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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, RM-V704U 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.
POWER
RESET COUNTER
Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than
2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for
less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in
the viewfinder.
M-0:23:45
Tape Counter
Insert editing indicator
FIND EDIT-IN POINT
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the
scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the
recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the
point where the new scene should start.
4
5
Viewfinder
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE
Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert
mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is
aimed at appears on the screen.
BEGIN INSERT EDITING
Press RECORDING START/STOP. When the counter
reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and
the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.
6
7
END INSERT EDITING
PressSTOP.
START/STOP
REW
PLAY
PAUSE
REW
NOTES:
● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 11) 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.
INSERT
RM-V704U or
RM-V700U
(optional)
RM-V705U
(provided)
OR
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Audio Dubbing
Audio dubbing indicator
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape
(normal audio only).
e
Viewfinder
M-0:05:20
** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure
(੬ pg. 34) before continuing.
•The sound comes from the built-in mike.
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
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.
2
3
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING
Mike
Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the
camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.
END AUDIO DUBBING
PressSTOP.
4
REW
PLAY
PAUSE
NOTES:
● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or
the edit points will not be accurate.
REW
● If the mike is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s volume
is too high, whistling or howling may occur.
A. DUB
RM-V704U or
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.
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EN
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.
● 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
“CAMERA” (੬ pg. 10).
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.
Noise bars appear in the playback
picture.
● Manual Tracking has not been performed (੬ pg. 27).
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. 27).
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot
be performed.
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.
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37
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
OTHER
The tape won’t eject.
● The battery pack is running low.
Some functions are not available.
● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.
Vertical white lines appear when
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 viewfinder.
● Sunlight is directly entering the lens.
An error number (i.e. E03) appears
in the viewfinder.
● 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 image is out of focus.
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 6).
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation
of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 14).
A character generator title and the
date and time displays disappear
from 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.
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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6 7 8 9 0 !
1
2
@
#
$
3
4 5
q
% ^ & * ( )
Controls
1 Diopter Adjustment ............................ ੬ pg. 6
2 Power Zoom Lever ............................ ੬ pg. 11
3 BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch .........੬ pg. 4
4 Recording Start/Stop Button ................੬ pg. 10
5 POWER Switch .................................. ੬ pg.10,26
6 STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 26
# FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 26
RETAKE F Button................................ ੬ pg. 11
$ PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 26
% SELECT Button ................................... ੬ pg. 16
^ SET Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 16
& PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. ੬ pg. 12
* Multi-Function Control
7 Tape Length [T30•45•60]
•Exposure +/– ................................... ੬ pg. 13
•Focus FAR/NEAR ............................. ੬ pg. 14
•Menu Setting Change ....................... ੬ pg. 20
•Tracking +/– .................................... ੬ pg. 27
Select Button...................................... ੬ pg. 8
COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]
Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 27
8 EDIT Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 31
9 R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...................੬ pg. 30
0 R.A.EDIT Button................................. ੬ pg. 30
! R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button....................੬ pg. 30
( MENU Button .................................... ੬ pg. 20
) PUSH Button ..................................... ੬ pg. 8
q EJECT Switch...................................... ੬ pg. 8
@ REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 26
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button....... ੬ pg. 11
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39
Q W E R
T
o
u
w p
U
i
Y
e
r t y
Connectors
Other Parts
o •Camera sensor
w J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
Connector.)
Be careful not to cover this area; built-in
here is the sensor necessary for shooting.
(Located beneath the jack cover)
•Connect the Editing Cable when performing
Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 30).
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device
such as a personal computer.
For further detail consult your nearest JVC
dealer. Information (in English) is also available
•Remote sensor................................. ੬ pg. 33
p Microphone ....................................... ੬ pg. 35
Q Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 9
W Clock Battery Compartment ................ ੬ pg. 6
E Battery Pack Mount ........................... ੬ pg. 4
R Electronic Viewfinder......................... ੬ pg. 6
T LENS COVER Switch ......................... ੬ pg. 10
Y Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 9
U Tripod Mounting Socket ......................੬ pg. 9
e DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 5
The jacks r to y are located beneath the jack
cover.
r VIDEO OUT Jack ............................... ੬ pg. 25
t RF DC OUT Jack................................ ੬ pg. 25
y AUDIO OUT Jack .............................. ੬ pg. 25
Indicators
u Tally Lamp ......................................... ੬ pg. 10
i Power On Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 10
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40
EN
1
2
3
4
5 6
$
%
^
&
*
(
)
q
w
18MIN
DISP.
T30
REC
7
8
9
SEPIA
LENS COVER
–05
MWB
FADE
1MIN
PAUSE
INDEX
0
!
@
#
1/2S
TAPE END
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Viewfinder Indications
1 Cassette Warning/Remaining
$ Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator
Tape Time .......................................... ੬ pg. 10
When no cassette is inserted or when Erase
Protection tab is not in the position that allows
recording, the Cassette ( ) Warning blinks.
Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is
displayed.
Changes as follows according to the battery pack’s
remaining power level: “
”.
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, 8 PROGRAM AE Indicator................੬ pg. 12
Displayed at 2 for approx. 1 second when the
PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one
position to another. Then only the indicator
remains at 8.
that the battery pack is fully charged.)
% Focus Indicator .................................. ੬ pg. 14
^ Exposure Level Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 13
& White Balance Mode Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 19
* Menu Setting Change Indicator........... ੬ pg. 20
( Index Code Marking .......................... ੬ pg. 33
3 Program Manager Function
Indication .......................................... ੬ pg. 16
Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is
set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.
) Clock Warning
Displayed for about 5 seconds if the clock
(lithium) battery is not in place or is exhausted
when power is turned on. Also displayed for
about 5 seconds when clock battery becomes
exhausted while using the camcorder.
For inserting or replacing the clock
4 Lens Cover Warning .......................... ੬ pg. 10
5 Tape Length Display .......................... ੬ pg. 8
6 Zoom Level Indicator......................... ੬ pg. 11
7 Recording Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 10
9 Fade–Standby Indicator ......................੬ pg. 16
battery .................................................. ੬ pg. 6
0 Interval Time/Recording
q Condensation Warning
Time Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 22
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. 10
@ Instant Title Display ........................... ੬ pg. 17
# Date/Time Character Display ..............੬ pg. 18
w Tape End Display ............................... ੬ pg. 10
Appears when the end of the tape is reached
during playback, recording or fast-forward.
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CAUTIONS
EN
41
NOTE:
General Battery Precautions
•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is
not functioning even when correctly operated, the
batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh
ones.
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Ranges
Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C
Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C
Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C
•Use only the following batteries:
C-P6U or C-P7U .................... R6 (AA) size
NOTES:
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.
1. Refer to the instructions when replacing the
battery.
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
20°C.
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
2. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they
can leak or explode.
3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
4. Remove batteries from the unit if it is to be stored
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage
which can cause malfunctions.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C
mark.
Battery Packs
.... 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.
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 . . .
Terminals
.... do not burn.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.
.... do not modify or disassemble.
.... use only specified chargers.
.... do not open the front tape cover. This
exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.
2. Store cassettes . . .
2. To prevent damage and prolong service
life . . .
.... 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.
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
.... avoid repeated charging without fully
discharging.
.... charge in an environment where
temperatures are within the tolerances shown
in the chart below. This is a chemical
reaction type battery—cooler temperatures
impede chemical reaction, while warmer
temperatures can prevent complete charging.
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current
even when switched off.
3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .
.... replace the battery pack when it begins to
deliver less recording time per charge.
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CAUTIONS (cont.)
About moisture condensation . . .
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Main Unit
•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.
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.
.... disassemble or modify the unit.
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not
in use.
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects
to enter the unit.
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
.... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
•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
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or
dust.
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as
near a cooking stove.
.... in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
For Your Maintenance
1. After Use
.... near a television set.
1 Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn
.... 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.
off the camcorder.
2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then
remove the cassette.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing
PUSH.
4 Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery
pack.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
.... in places of over 50°C.
5 Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to
.... 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.
close the lens cover.
2. Cleaning The Camcorder
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
2 CLEAN LENS
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
.... allow it to become wet.
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration
during transportation.
.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the
sun.
.... carry it by holding the viewfinder.
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
3 REMOVE EYEPIECE
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull
it out.
4 CLEAN VIEWFINDER
Remove dust using a blower brush.
5 RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE
Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and
turn it clockwise.
NOTES:
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.
● 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
EN
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AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER
(AA-V11EG)
Format
: VHS PAL standard
Power source
Power consumption
Signal system
Video recording system
Luminance
: DC 6 V }
: 5.3 W
Power requirement
: AC 110 to 240 V`,
50/60 Hz
: PAL-type
Power consumption
Output
: 23 W
: DC 8.5 V }, 1.3 A
(CHARGE),
DC 6.3 V }, 1.8 A (VTR)
: Constant current, peak
detection, timer
controlled
: 150 (W) x 42 (H) x
68 (D) mm
: Approx. 350 g
: FM recording
: Converted sub-carrier
direct recording
Conforms to VHS
standard
Colour
Charging system
Cassette
:
cassette
Dimensions
Weight
Tape speed
Recording time
Max.
: 23.39 mm/sec
: 60 minutes
(with EC-60 cassette)
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)
Dimensions
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x
104 (D) mm
: Approx. 240 g
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Weight
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to +50°C
: Approx. 820 g
: 112 (W) x 112 (H) x
232 (D) mm
Weight
Accessory
: “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1
Dimensions
Provided Accessories ......................੬ pg. 3
CAMERA
Pick up
Lens
Optional Accessories
: 1/4” format CCD
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E
•RF Unit RF-V5E
•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V704U or
RM-V700U
: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm,
18:1 power zoom lens
with auto iris and macro
control, filter diameter
46 mm
Viewfinder
: Electronic viewfinder
with 0.5” B/W CRT
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
White balance
adjustment
* Some acccessories are not available in some
areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for
details on accessories and their availability.
: Auto/Manual adjustment
VIDEO
Output
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced (via VIDEO
out connector)
E.&O.E.Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
AUDIO
Output
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm
(via AUDIO out
connector)
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