JVC Camcorder GR AX780 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS  
ENGLISH  
LYT1081-001A  
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
GR-AX780  
Printed in Malaysia  
0103-DY-YL-PJ  
UC  
COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD  
Dear Customer,  
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read  
“PRECAUTIONS” (Z pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.  
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION  
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”  
(factory-preset).  
Available when the Power Switch ! is set to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button 0  
located on the switch.  
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation  
is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.  
DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.  
To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch ! to “ ” and press the MENU Wheel 1 in  
while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not  
have to go through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select “OFF” and press it.  
NOTES:  
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the  
camcorder, demonstration is not available.  
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration  
activated on the viewfinder.  
 
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PRECAUTIONS  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
CAUTIONS  
CAUTION  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
NTSC-type color 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 JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U  
battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply  
power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use  
the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an  
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the  
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
(An appropriate conversion adapter may be  
necessary to accommodate different designs of  
AC outlets in different countries.)  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in  
the literature accompanying the appliance.  
NOTES:  
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety  
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the  
main unit.  
The rating information and safety caution of the  
AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.  
WARNING:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT  
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO  
RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
ATTENTION:  
The product that you have purchased is powered  
by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recycla-  
ble. At the end of its useful life, under various state  
and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this  
battery into the municipal waste stream. Check  
with your local solid waste officials for details in  
your area for recycling options or proper disposal.  
This product has a fluorescent lamp that  
contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of  
these materials may be regulated in your  
community due to environmental considerations.  
For disposal or recycling information please  
contact your local authorities, or the Electronics  
Industries Alliance:  
<http://www.eiae.org>  
Cassettes marked  
can be used with this camcorder.  
 
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all  
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws  
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.  
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower  
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.  
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
(1) Read these instructions.  
(2) Keep these instructions.  
(3) Heed all warnings.  
(10) Use only with the cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table  
specified by the manufac-  
turer, or sold with the  
apparatus. When a cart is  
used, use caution when  
moving the cart/apparatus combination to  
avoid injury from tip-over.  
(4) Follow all instructions.  
(5) Do not use this apparatus near water.  
(6) Clean only with dry cloth.  
(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning  
storms or when unused for long periods of  
time.  
(7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install  
in accordance with the  
manufacturers instructions.  
(12) Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when the  
apparatus has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or plug is  
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-  
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture,  
does not operate normally, or has been  
dropped.  
(8) Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified  
by the manufacturer.  
 
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INDEX  
A
P
AC Adapter.................................................................pg. 6  
Animation Recording................................................pg. 21  
Auto Date Record ....................................................pg. 20  
Auto Focus ...............................................................pg. 12  
Auto Shut Off ........................................................... pg. 11  
Picture Stabilizer ......................................................pg. 18  
Playback .................................................................. pg. 11  
Program AE with Special Effects .............................pg. 24  
Provided Accessories................................................ pg. 2  
Q
B
Quick Review ...........................................................pg. 13  
Backlight Compensation ..........................................pg. 12  
Battery Pack .........................................................pg. 6, 26  
Blue Filter Effect ...................................................... pg. 24  
R
Recording, Advanced Features..........................pg. 23, 24  
Recording, Start/Stop............................................... pg. 11  
Recording Mode .......................................................pg. 20  
Record-Standby ....................................................... pg. 11  
Red Filter Effect .......................................................pg. 24  
Retake......................................................................pg. 13  
Rewind The Tape ..................................................... pg. 11  
C
Cassette Adapter .....................................................pg. 16  
Charge Marker ...........................................................pg. 6  
Charging The Battery Pack ........................................pg. 6  
Clean The Camcorder ..............................................pg. 27  
Connection To a VCR/TV .........................................pg. 15  
Counter Memory ......................................................pg. 14  
S
Sepia Mode ..............................................................pg. 24  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................................pg. 8  
Solarization Effect ....................................................pg. 24  
Specifications ...........................................................pg. 28  
Sports Mode .............................................................pg. 24  
Still Playback ............................................................ pg. 11  
Stretch Effect ...........................................................pg. 24  
Super LoLux (S.LX) .................................................pg. 20  
D
Date/Time Display ....................................................pg. 20  
Date/Time Settings.....................................................pg. 7  
Demonstration Mode............................................pg. 1, 22  
Digital Effects ...........................................................pg. 24  
Digital Zoom .............................................................pg. 20  
Diopter Adjustment.....................................................pg. 8  
T
E
Tape Counter ...........................................................pg. 14  
Tape Dubbing ...........................................................pg. 15  
Tape Length Setting .................................................pg. 20  
Tele Macro ...............................................................pg. 21  
Time Base Corrector ............................................... pg. 14  
Time-Lapse Shooting ...............................................pg. 21  
Tracking ...................................................................pg. 14  
Tripod Mounting .........................................................pg. 8  
Twilight Mode ...........................................................pg. 24  
Electronic Fog Filter Mode .......................................pg. 24  
Erase Protection ........................................................pg. 8  
Exposure Control .....................................................pg. 18  
F
Fade-In/Out ..............................................................pg. 23  
Fast-Forward Tape ................................................... pg. 11  
5-Second Recording Mode ......................................pg. 12  
G
Grip Adjustment .........................................................pg. 8  
U
H
Unload A Tape ............................................................pg. 8  
High Speed Shutter Mode........................................pg. 24  
V
I
Viewfinder Adjustment ...............................................pg. 8  
Viewfinder, Indications ...................................pg. 9, 10, 17  
Instant Titles .............................................................pg. 19  
W
L
White Balance Adjustment .......................................pg. 19  
Wide Mode ...............................................................pg. 20  
Wipe-In/Out ..............................................................pg. 23  
Load A Tape ...............................................................pg. 8  
M
Manual Focus ..........................................................pg. 12  
Menu Screen ....................................................pg. 18 22  
Monotone Effect .......................................................pg. 24  
Mosaic Effect ...........................................................pg. 24  
Z
Zooming ...................................................................pg. 13  
N
ND Effect Mode ........................................................pg. 24  
Nega/Posi Mode ......................................................pg. 24  
 
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USING THE BATTERY PACK  
Perform step 1) of CHARGING THE BATTERY  
PACK.  
GETTING STARTED  
Hook on.  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
Battery pack  
Viewfinder on  
BN-V11U  
90  
90  
Push in.  
BN-V12U  
(optional)  
BN-V20U  
(optional)  
145  
350  
BATTERY RELEASE Switch  
Battery pack  
Power Switch  
BN-V400U  
(optional)  
USING AC POWER  
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder (Z step  
2) and 3) of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK).  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to  
240 V.  
To DC IN  
connector  
ATTENTION  
Before detaching the power source, make sure that  
the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do  
so can result in a camcorder malfunction.  
AC Adapter  
To AC outlet  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the  
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks  
in place.  
REFRESH:  
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before  
recharging, otherwise the battery performance will  
be reduced.  
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong  
position, a malfunction may occur.  
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of CHARGING  
THE BATTERY PACK.  
2) Set the Power Switch ! to OFFwhile pressing  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
Connect the AC Adapter to the DC IN connector  
8.  
3) Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The  
CHARGE lamp * blinks to indicate charging  
has started.  
2) Press REFRESH ( for over 2 seconds. The  
POWER lamp @ blinks to indicate discharging  
has started.  
3) When discharging is finished, charging  
automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp *  
blinks.  
4) When the CHARGE lamp * stops blinking but  
stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC  
Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC  
Adapter from the camcorder.  
Charge marker helps you remember  
whether the battery pack has been  
charged or not. Two colours are provided  
(red and black)you choose which one  
means charged and which means  
discharged.  
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .  
... slide BATTERY RELEASE 7 and pull out the  
battery pack.  
Battery pack  
BN-V11U  
Charging time  
approx. 1 hr. 40 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 40 min.  
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.  
approx. 5 hrs. 10 min.  
BN-V12U (optional)  
BN-V20U (optional)  
BN-V400U (optional)  
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.  
 
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STORE BATTERY:  
Date/Time Settings  
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack by  
performing the following steps storing it for a long  
period of time, otherwise the battery performance  
will be reduced.  
1) Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” while pressing  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
2) Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The Menu Screen  
appears.  
1) Attach the battery to the camcorder with no  
cassette inserted.  
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select  
4TO SYSTEM MENUand press it to display  
2) Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” or “ ” while  
pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the  
switch.  
SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to  
select 4NEXTand press it to display the next  
page.  
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select DATE/  
TIMEand press it. The DATE/TIME Menu  
appears.  
5) To set YEAR, MONTH, DAYor TIME”  
(hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to  
select the desired item, and press it. When the  
setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel  
1 until the correct setting appears and then  
press it. The setting stops blinking.  
6) When none of these settings (YEAR,  
MONTH, DAY, TIME) blinks, rotate the  
MENU Wheel 1 to select 4EXIT, and press it.  
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight  
bar on 4RETURN.  
During charging or discharging, the camcorder  
cannot be operated.  
Charging and discharging is not possible if the  
wrong type of battery is used.  
When charging the battery pack for the first time  
or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp  
* may not light. Remove the battery pack from  
the camcorder, then try charging again.  
If a fully-charged batterys operation time remains  
extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please  
purchase a new one.  
Perform charging where the temperature is  
between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to  
25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range  
for charging. If the environment is too cold,  
charging may be incomplete.  
Charging time varies according to the ambient  
temperature and the status of the battery pack.  
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity  
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to  
use it only in well-ventilated areas.  
7) Press the MENU Wheel 1 in to close the Menu  
Screen.  
To display the date and time in the camcorders  
display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME  
DISP. (Z pg. 20) in SYSTEM MENU.  
The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the  
built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an  
authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the  
date/time as necessary before you start shooting.  
The following operation stops charging or  
discharging:  
Set the Power Switch ! to PLAY, “ ” or “ ”.  
Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.  
Unplug the AC Adapters power cord from the  
AC outlet.  
Detach the battery from the camcorder.  
Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/  
Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/  
V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder.  
However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.  
To avoid interference with reception, do not use  
the AC Adapter near a radio.  
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!
0
D A T E T I M E  
2 0 0 2  
12-hour  
indication with  
AM or PM  
Y E A R  
MO N T H  
D A Y  
J U N  
2 8  
PM 8 : 2 0  
Recording time is reduced significantly when  
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged  
repeatedly.  
T I M E  
Before extended use, it is recommended that you  
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the  
planned shooting time.  
.
E X I T  
 
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Grip Adjustment  
1) Separate the Velcro strip.  
Tripod Mounting  
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp tripod with the tripod mounting socket o. Then  
the grip.  
tighten the screw.  
3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily  
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button 9 and  
Power Zoom Lever 3. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
CAUTION  
When using a tripod, be  
sure to open and extend  
its legs fully to stabilise  
the camcorder. To  
prevent damage to the  
unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a  
3
9
o
small-sized tripod.  
Velcro  
Strip  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
1) Slide EJECT & until the cassette holder opens.  
Do not use force to open.  
1) Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” or “ ” while  
pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the  
switch.  
2) Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting,  
make sure the label is facing outward.  
appears when a cassette is loaded.  
3) Press the Close button t to close the cassette  
holder until it locks into place.  
j
2) Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control y until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
y
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 cannot be opened while the  
camcorder is in the record mode or detached from  
the power source.  
!
180°  
0
PAUSE  
&ꢀ  
Cassette  
holder  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
Thread the strap through the eyelet e, then fold it  
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the  
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to  
the other eyelet e, making sure the strap is not  
twisted. Adjust the length.  
tꢀ  
Gear  
Turn to  
take up  
slack.  
Erase  
Protection tab  
e
 
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CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS  
Eyepiece  
Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.  
1
2
3
4
During  
shooting  
@
*
#
(
$ %  
^
&
Keep the lens  
cap attached to  
the camcorder.  
5
6
7
)
q
w
Cassette holder  
8
9
0
!
Viewfinder  
e
Turn the gear to  
take up slack.  
y
r
u
t
e
180°  
Erase  
protection tab  
o
i
Microphone  
Viewfinder Indications  
During Recording  
During Playback  
W
p
Q
E R  
k l  
; A S D  
T
120M I N  
REC SP  
444  
T
30  
SP  
4
:
:
TBC  
1
2 3 4 5  
AT  
Y
TW  
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L I GHT  
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02  
g
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MWB  
PAUSE  
1X  
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5
M I N  
a
1/2 S  
s
CONGRATULATIONS  
11 : 45 : 18  
25. 12. 02  
d
a
Z pg. 25 for Warning Indications .  
 
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1 MENU Wheel [, +] ................................ Z pg. 18 p Tape Remaining Time .............................. Z pg. 21  
TRACKING Wheel [, +] ........................ Z pg. 14  
2 5-Second Recording Button  
[5 SEC. REC]........................................... Z pg. 12  
Q Recording Mode Indicator ....................... Z pg. 20  
W Backlight Compensation Indicator ........... Z pg. 12  
E Digital Effect Indicator ............................ Z pg. 24  
Programme AE Indicator ....................... Z pg. 24  
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ................ Z pg. 23  
3 Power Zoom Lever [T/W]......................... Z pg. 13  
4 Manual Focus Button [  
FOCUS]........ Z pg. 12  
Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ........ Z pg. 14  
5 Audio Output Connector [A]..................... Z pg. 15  
6 Video Output Connector [V]..................... Z pg. 15  
R Tape Length Indicator .............................. Z pg. 20  
T Zoom Indicator Bar .................................. Z pg. 13  
Zoom Level Indicator  
7 Battery Release Switch  
Approximate Zoom Ratio  
[BATTERY RELEASE] ............................... Z pg. 6  
Y Recording Indicator ..................................Z pg. 11  
U Digital Effect Indicator .............................. Z pg. 24  
I Programme AE Indicator ......................... Z pg. 24  
O Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .................. Z pg. 23  
P Picture Stabilizer Indicator ....................... Z pg. 18  
8 DC IN Connector ....................................... Z pg. 6  
9 Recording Start/Stop Button .....................Z pg. 11  
0 Lock Button...............................................Z pg. 11  
! Power Switch [PLAY, OFF,  
,
]...........Z pg. 11  
@ POWER Lamp ........................................... Z pg. 6  
# Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] ............. Z pg. 24  
$ Programme AE Button [P.AE] .................. Z pg. 24  
% Play/Pause Button ....................................Z pg. 11  
^ Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] ..... Z pg. 13  
Fast-Forward Button [F] ..........................Z pg. 11  
& EJECT Switch ............................................ Z pg. 8  
* CHARGE Lamp ......................................... Z pg. 6  
( REFRESH Button ...................................... Z pg. 6  
) Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ........... Z pg. 23  
a Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator .... Z pg. 21  
5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator .................... Z pg. 12  
s Instant Title Display ................................. Z pg. 19  
d Date/Time Display ................................... Z pg. 20  
f Focus Indicator ........................................ Z pg. 12  
g Exposure Control Level Counter ............. Z pg. 18  
h White Balance Mode Indicator................. Z pg. 19  
j Record-Standby Mode Indicator ...............Z pg. 11  
k
: Cassette Indicator ............................. Z pg. 8  
l TBC Indicator........................................... Z pg. 14  
; Tape Counter ........................................... Z pg. 14  
A Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ......... Z pg. 20  
S Tape Running Indicator  
Counter Reset/Memory Button  
[COUNTER R/M] ................................... Z pg. 14  
q Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ...... Z pg. 13  
Quick Review Button [  
R] ................. Z pg. 13  
4
: Playback  
Rewind Button [R] ...................................Z pg. 11  
w Stop Button [STOP] ................................Z pg. 11  
Backlight Compensation Button  
[BACK LIGHT] ....................................... Z pg. 12  
e Shoulder Strap Eyelets .............................. Z pg. 8  
r Battery Pack Mount ................................... Z pg. 6  
t Close Button .............................................. Z pg. 8  
y Dioptre Adjustment Control........................ Z pg. 8  
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search  
: Rewind/Shuttle Search  
: Pause  
D Tracking Indicator .................................... Z pg. 14  
u Camera Sensor  
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor  
necessary for shooting is built-in here.  
i Grip Strap .................................................. Z pg. 8  
o Tripod Mounting Socket ............................. Z pg. 8  
 
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RECORDING  
PLAYBACK  
Set REC MODE, TAPE LENGTH and DATE/TIME  
in SYSTEM MENU.  
1 Load a tape (Z pg. 8, Loading/Unloading A  
Cassette).  
(Z pg. 18 22, MENU SETTINGS)  
2 Set the Power Switch ! to PLAYwhile  
pressing down the Lock Button 0 located on the  
switch. To start playback, press 4/6 %.  
1 Remove the lens cap. Set the Power Switch !  
to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock  
Button 0 located on the switch.  
The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode  
and PAUSEj is displayed.  
To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press  
4/6 %. To stop playback, press 5 w. Press  
q to rewind, or ^ to fast-forward the tape.  
High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is  
possible by pressing q or ^ during  
playback (holding q or ^ down during  
2
3
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 9.  
Y appears while recording is in progress.  
To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop  
Button 9. The camcorder re-enters the Record-  
Standby mode.  
2
3
2
3
playback continues search until released). To  
resume normal playback, press 4/6 %.  
For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about  
5 minutes in the Record-Standby or Stop mode.  
To turn on again, set the Power Switch ! to  
OFF, then to “ ”, “ ” or PLAY.  
The playback picture can be viewed in the  
viewfinder or on a connected TV (Z pg. 15,  
Connections To A TV/VCR).  
To remove the indications, Z pg. 20, 21,  
DISPLAY or OSD OUTPUT in SYSTEM MENU.  
 
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Backlight Compensation  
BASIC FEATURES  
To quickly increase the brightness of the subject  
relative to the background.  
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)  
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick  
scene transitions like those seen in TV  
programmes.  
1) Make sure the recording mode is set to SP.  
2) During RecordStandby, press 5SEC. REC 2.  
5S a appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 9.  
Recording starts, and after 5-second recording  
is finished, the camcorder re-enters the Record–  
Standby mode automatically.  
1) Press BACK LIGHT w during recording. “ ” is  
displayed and the subject is brightened.  
2) To cancel Backlight Compensation, press BACK  
LIGHT w again. “ ” disappears and the  
brightness returns to the previous level.  
Backlight Compensation functions in both  
recording modes (“ ” or “ ”).  
Using BACK LIGHT w may make the subject too  
bright, resulting in a washed out or white image.  
BACK LIGHT w cannot be used when the  
manual Exposure Control mode (Z pg. 18) is  
engaged.  
4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC.  
REC 2 again so that  
Fade/Wipe (Z pg. 23) cannot be activated by  
pressing 5SEC. REC 2.  
5S a disappears.  
Auto/Manual Focus  
If correct focus cannot be obtained with Auto  
Focus, use Manual Focus.  
1) Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” while pressing  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
2) Press  
FOCUS 4. “  
appears.  
3) To focus on a distant subject, rotate the MENU  
Wheel 1 upward. “ ” appears and blinks.  
To focus on a close subject, rotate the MENU  
Wheel 1 downward. “ ” appears and blinks.  
4) To cancel the Manual Focus, press  
FOCUS  
4. “  
applied.  
disappears and the Auto Focus is  
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any  
farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
 
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Retake  
Zooming  
To re-record certain segments.  
To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry  
extends the maximum magnification offered by  
optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever 3 towards Tto  
zoom in, or Wto zoom out.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–  
Standby mode.  
2) Press and hold either RETAKE ^ or q to reach  
the start point for new recording. Pressing  
3
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever 3,  
the quicker the zoom action.  
^ forwards the tape and pressing  
reverses it.  
2
q
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming.  
In this case, set the zoom while in Record–  
Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus  
(Z pg. 12, Auto/Manual Focus), then zoom in  
or out in Record mode.  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 9 to  
start recording.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is  
normal.  
The zoom level indicator T- moves during  
zoom. Once the zoom level indiator T-  
reaches the top, all magnification from that point  
is through digital processing.  
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image  
may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set  
D.ZOOM(Z pg. 20) to OFFin SYSTEM  
MENU.  
Quick Review  
To check the end of the last recording.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–  
Standby mode.  
2) Press  
2
q and release quickly.  
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and  
played back automatically, then pauses in  
RecordStandby mode for the next shot.  
Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This  
is normal.  
 
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Tracking  
Counter Memory  
Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen during Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment.  
playback. To activate Manual Tracking:  
1) Press COUNTER R/M ) and hold for more than  
1) Press the TRACKING Wheel 1 for approx.  
2 seconds. MTD appears.  
1 second. The counter ; resets to 0:00:00.  
2) Press COUNTER R/M ) for less than 1 second.  
Mappears.  
2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel 1 so that the  
noise bars disappear.  
3) After recording or playback, press 5 w, then  
To return to Auto Tracking, press the TRACKING  
Wheel 1 for approx. 2 seconds or set the Power  
Switch ! to OFFand then PLAYagain. AT”  
D blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the  
indication disappears.  
2
q. The tape automatically stops at or close  
to 0:00:00.  
4) Press 4/6 % to start playback.  
The counter memory functions in the Fast-  
Forward and Rewind modes.  
When noise bars appear during playback, the  
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and  
ATD appears.  
Manual Tracking may not work with tapes  
recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.  
To disable the counter memory function, press  
COUNTER R/M ) for less than 1 second so that  
Mdisappears.  
TBC (Time Base Corrector)  
Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to  
deliver a stable picture even with old tapes.  
To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC 4  
during playback for more than 1 second. When the  
TBC mode is activated, TBCl is displayed.  
The TBCindicator l turns green (grey with a  
camcorder equipped with a black/white view-  
finder) while TBC is working, and white while TBC  
is not operative.  
TBC does not work during Still Playback and  
Shuttle Search (Z pg. 11).  
It may take a few seconds before TBC actually  
starts working.  
The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is  
activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out points  
or when normal playback resumes after Still  
Playback or Shuttle Search (Z pg. 11).  
If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is  
set to on, turn off TBC.  
 
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Connections To A TV/VCR  
Tape Dubbing  
1) Make sure all units are turned off.  
1) Connect the camcorder and the VCR  
(Z Connections To A TV/VCR). Set the Power  
Switch ! to PLAYwhile pressing down the  
Lock Button 0 located on the switch, turn on the  
VCRs power, and insert the appropriate  
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.  
Engage the VCRs AUX and Record-Pause  
modes.  
2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR using  
the optional video and audio cables. If using  
both TV and VCR, connect the VCR output to  
the TV input.  
3) Turn on all units. Set the VCR to its AUX input  
mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.  
Be sure to adjust the TV sound volume to its  
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound  
when the camcorder is turned on.  
2) Press 4/6 % to find a spot just before the edit-  
in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 % again.  
3) Press 4/6 % and engage the VCRs Record  
mode.  
4) Engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode and  
press 4/6 %.  
Repeat steps 2) through 4) for additional editing,  
then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
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.  
White to  
Audio  
Output 5  
Yellow to  
Video  
Output 6  
Connector cover  
A/V cable  
(optional)  
TV  
White to  
Audio Input  
VCR  
Yellow to  
Video Input  
 
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Using The Cassette Adapter  
Use this to play back an VHS-C video cassette  
recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR.  
1) Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install  
one AA (R6)size battery, then reattach the  
cover.  
2) Slide the latch to open the compartment door,  
then insert the cassette and close the  
compartment door.  
3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and  
play the tape back.  
4) 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, and push up and  
remove the cassette.  
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 adapters recording  
safety hole with adhesive tape.  
Sliding Latch  
Compartment Door  
Recording  
Safety Hole  
Hole  
Reels  
Battery Cover  
 
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INSTRUCTIONS  
Eyepiece  
Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.  
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CAMERA MENU  
EXPOSURE  
MENU SETTINGS  
1 Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” while pressing  
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in  
the following situations:  
When shooting using reverse lighting or when the  
background is too bright.  
When shooting on a reflective natural background  
such as at the beach or when skiing.  
When the background is overly dark or the  
subject light.  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
2 Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The Menu  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to  
select the desired function.  
To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU,  
rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4TO  
SYSTEM MENUand press it. SYSTEM MENU is  
composed of 2 pages. To go to the next page,  
rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4NEXT”  
and press it.  
1) Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select  
MANUAL, then press it,  
2) To brighten the image, rotate the MENU Wheel  
1 downward.  
To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of  
SYSTEM MENU, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to  
select 4TO CAMERA MENUand press it.  
To darken the image, rotate the MENU Wheel  
1 upward.  
The exposure control level increases /  
decreases (maximum ±06).  
C AM E R A M E N U  
T O S Y S T E M M E N U  
.
E X P O S U R E  
S T A B I L I Z E R  
M . W . B .  
T I T L E  
T I T L E S E T U P  
A U T O  
O N  
A U T O  
H A P .  
STABILIZER  
B
The Picture Stabilizer compensates for unstable  
images caused by camera-shake, particularly at  
high magnification.  
ON : The Picture Stabilizer is activated.  
P appears.  
OFF : The Picture Stabilizer is disactivated.  
P disappears.  
Accurate stabilization may not be possible in  
certain conditions including excessive hand  
shake.  
.
.
R E T U R N  
S Y S T E M M E N U  
N E X T  
R E C MO D E  
D . Z OOM  
S . L X  
W I D E  
T A P E L E N G T H T 3  
D I S P L A Y  
D A T E T I M E  
S P  
5 0 x  
N O RMA L  
O F F  
0
F U L L  
I S P .  
P appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be  
used.  
D
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R E T U R N  
3 Press the MENU Wheel 1 in to display the  
Setting Menu and rotate it to select the desired  
setting.  
4 Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The Menu  
Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
4RETURN. Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The  
normal screen reappears.  
 
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M.W.B.  
TITLE  
If the white balance is correct, all other colours will  
be accurately reproduced.  
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset  
titles.  
a shows the selected title which remains until  
OFF is selected.  
AUTO  
: White balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
FINE  
CLOUD  
: Outdoors on a sunny day.  
: Outdoors on a cloudy day.  
TITLE SETUP  
Adjust the settings for TITLE.  
HALOGEN : A video light or similar type of  
SIZE  
: When LARGEis selected, the title  
is twice enlarged vertically more  
than selected NORMAL.  
Even if LARGEis selected,  
NORMALis automatically  
changed when you select WIDE”  
mode (Z pg. 20, SYSTEM  
MENU).  
lighting is used.  
MWB: White balance is set manually. Hold a sheet  
of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust  
zoom or position yourself so that the white paper  
fills the screen. If it is difficult to focus on the white  
paper, adjust focus manually (Z pg. 12, Auto/  
Manual Focus). Press the MENU Wheel 1 in until  
MWBbegins blinking. When the setting is  
completed, MWBstops blinking.  
Once you adjust white balance manually, the  
setting is retained even if the power is turned off  
or the battery removed.  
White balance cannot be used when the SEPIA”  
or MONOTONEmode (Z pg. 24, Digital  
Effects) is activated.  
SCROLL  
: When ONis selected, the title is  
scrolled from right to left.  
LANGUAGE : Select the language (ENGLISH,  
FRENCH, SPANISH,  
PORTUGUESE) for TITLE.  
To set SIZE, SCROLLor LANGUAGE, rotate  
the MENU Wheel 1 to select the desired item, and  
press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate  
the MENU Wheel 1 until the correct setting  
appears and then press it. The setting stops  
blinking.  
 
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TAPE LENGTH  
SYSTEM MENU  
This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while  
recording.  
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the  
tape used: T20=20 minutes, T30=30 minutes,  
T35=35 minutes, T40=40 minutes.  
Tape remaining time p is correct only if the  
correct tape length has been selected.  
REC MODE  
Allows you to set the recording mode. EP”  
(Extended Play) is more economical, providing  
three times the recording time.  
DISPLAY  
If the recording mode is switched during  
recording, the playback picture will be blurred at  
the switching point.  
FULL: Makes all of the indications appear on the  
viewfinder during playback or recording.  
SIMPLE: Makes the following indications  
disappear from the viewfinder during recording or  
D. ZOOM  
playback:  
, tape remaining time,  
, tape  
Zooming is possible from 16X (the optical zoom  
limit), to a maximum of 50X or 600X digital  
magnification.  
length (Z pg. 9, 17).  
DATE/TIME DISP.  
When set to OFFonly optical zoom (maximum  
16x magnification) can function.  
Makes the date/time appear in the camcorder or on  
a connected monitor (set DATE/TIME in SYSTEM  
MENU first Z pg. 7).  
The selected display will be recorded. If you do  
not want to record the display, select OFF before  
shooting.  
In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder records  
the date for about 5 seconds when recording is  
initiated after the date is changed, a cassette is  
loaded, or AUTO DATE is selected. The date is  
replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATEbut  
this is not recorded.  
S.LX  
MAX: To record a subject in a darkly lit  
environment, when it is more convenient to shoot  
the subject with a brighter image even if the picture  
becomes slightly coarse.  
NORMAL: 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.  
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no  
picture brightness adjustment.  
WIDE  
When set to ONblack bars will be recorded at the  
top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-  
like wide-screeneffect.  
While the WIDEmode is engaged, LARGEin  
the TITLE SETUP (SIZE)(Z pg. 19, CAMERA  
MENU) cannot be selected.  
 
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OSD OUTPUT  
INT.TIME  
ON: On-screen indications are displayed.  
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 (Time-Lapse). REC MODE should  
be set to SP.  
OFF: On-screen indications are turned off except  
Date/Time, Instant Title and Warning Indication.  
REC TIME  
You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly  
different, of the same object for a brief selected  
period of time (Animation). REC MODE should be  
set to SP.  
(Please note that it is necessary to set the REC  
TIME (Animation) in the SYSTEM MENU before  
performing the INT. TIME (Time-Lapse) function.)  
Select the desired interval time and press the  
Recording Start/Stop Button 9.  
Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed.  
This function is cancelled when the power is shut  
off or when the cassette is ejected.  
To use this function, it is recommended that  
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP (Z pg. 18, 19) be set  
to OFF.  
Select the desired recording time and press the  
Recording Start/Stop Button 9 after focusing on  
the subject.  
Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed.  
This function is cancelled when the power is shut  
off or when the cassette is ejected.  
To use this function, it is recommended that  
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP (Z pg. 18, 19) be set  
to OFF.  
TELE MACRO  
When set to ON, you can shoot a subject as large  
as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm (23-5/8").  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go  
out of focus.  
 
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DEMO MODE  
Demonstrates certain functions automatically.  
Available when the Power Switch ! is set to “  
or “ ” and DEMO MODEis set to ON(factory-  
preset). Performing any operation during the  
demonstration stops the demonstration temporar-  
ily. Set to OFF to stop completely.  
When a tape whose erase protection tab is in the  
position that allows recording is loaded in the  
camcorder, demonstration is not available.  
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot  
see the actual changes of the Automatic Demon-  
stration activated on the viewfinder.  
DATE/TIME  
Allows you to set the current date and time.  
(Z pg. 7)  
 
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FADER: Fades in/out to a black screen.  
ADVANCED FEATURES  
MOSAIC (Fader): Gradually turns/returns the  
picture into/from a mosaic pattern.  
Fade/Wipe Effects  
Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade-  
or wipe-out works at recording end.  
SHUTTER (Wipe): A black screen moves in  
from the top and bottom, closing over the image  
like a shutter, or a new image pushes open the  
black screen vertically from the centre.  
1) Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” while pressing  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
2) Press FADE/WIPE ) repeatedly until the  
desired mode appears.  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 9 to  
activate fade-in/out or wipe-in/out.  
Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop  
Button 9 allows you to vary the length for the  
image during fade in/out or wipe in/out.  
To cancel a fade or wipe, press FADE/WIPE )  
repeatedly until OFFappears.  
SLIDE (Wipe): A black screen moves in from  
the left to gradually cover the image, or a new  
image moves in from right to left.  
DOOR (Wipe): Wipes in as the two halves of  
a black screen open to the left and right, revealing  
the scene, or wipes out and the black screen  
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.  
CORNER (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen  
from the upper right to the lower left corner,  
revealing the scene, or wipes out from lower left to  
upper right, leaving a black screen.  
WINDOW (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen  
from the centre of the screen towards the corners,  
revealing the scene, or wipe out from the corners  
to the centre, leaving a black screen.  
 
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Programme AE With Special Effects  
Digital Effects  
1) Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” while pressing  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
2) Press P.AE $ repeatedly until the desired mode  
appears.  
1)Set the Power Switch ! to “ ” while pressing  
down the Lock Button 0 located on the switch.  
2)Press DIGIFECT # repeatedly until the desired  
mode appears.  
To cancel the effect, press P.AE $ repeatedly  
until OFFappears.  
To cancel the effect, press DIGIFECT # repeat-  
edly until OFFappears.  
Only one mode can be engaged at a time.  
In the High Speed Shutteror Sportsmodes,  
picture colour may be adversely affected if the  
subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light  
sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapour  
lights.  
SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint  
like old photos. Combine this with WIDE in  
SYSTEM MENU for a classic look.  
MONOTONE: Like black and white films, your  
footage is shot in B/W. Combine this with WIDE in  
SYSTEM MENU for a classic look.  
SPORTS: High shutter speed clearly captures  
fast-moving action.  
B. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a bluish  
tint.  
ND : 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.  
R. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a reddish  
tint.  
SOLARI: The picture is recorded with an effect  
similar to a painting.  
FG : FOG: Makes the picture look misty white, as  
when an external fog filter is attached to the lens.  
Softens the image and gives it a fantasylook.  
NEGA POSI: The colours of a picture are  
reversed.  
TWILIGHT: Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks,  
etc., look more natural and dramatic. In this mode,  
the Auto Focus (Z pg. 12) and S.LX (Z pg. 20)  
may not work.  
MOSAIC: Turns recorded scenes into a mosaic  
pattern.  
STRETCH: Doubles the width of the picture  
horizontally.  
S1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter):  
Captures faster action than Sports mode. The  
screen becomes slightly dark. Use in well-lit  
situations.  
 
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem yourself.  
Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very  
bright object.  
This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the  
back-ground and the object is great. It is not a defect of  
the camcorder.  
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 tape stops during fast-forward or rewind.  
The Counter Memory Function has been activated  
(Z pg. 14, Counter Memory).  
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the viewfinder.  
Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect  
of the camcorder.  
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 camcorders power off  
before disconnecting the power source.  
Coloured bright spots appear all over the viewfinder.  
The viewfinder are made with high-precision technology.  
However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green  
or blue) may appear constantly in the viewfinder. These  
spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to  
any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99  
%.)  
The tape will not eject.  
The battery pack is running low.  
Animation or Time-Lapse is not available.  
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 Adapter, etc.); and then re-connect it and  
proceed as usual from the beginning.  
Before recording in the Animation mode at the very  
beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording  
mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs  
smoothly. Using the Fade-in function at this point is a  
good way to begin an animated programme  
(Z pg. 21, REC TIME/INT. TIME in SYSTEM MENU).  
The tape is running, but there is no playback picture.  
The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.  
If A/V connection is used, the TVs VIDEO/TV Switch  
has not been set to VIDEO.  
Warning Indications  
(high)  
(exhausted) : Displays the battery remaining power level. As the battery power comes  
blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is exhausted, power  
close to nil, the battery indicator  
turns off automatically.  
: Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the erase protection tab is not in the position that allows recording.  
TAPE END: Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward.  
LENS CAP: Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.  
CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds  
if condensation occurs. In this case, all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Remove the tape,  
turn the unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear, and turn it on again.  
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3  
seconds if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning cassette. If the  
warning remains after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
E01E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01 E06)  
show what type of malfunction has occured. If an error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the  
power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the  
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
 
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CAUTIONS  
When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage  
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.  
.... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every  
6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period  
time.  
.... remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as  
some machines use current even when switched off.  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or  
after use.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the units AC Adapter to an AC wall  
outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type  
use an AC plug adapter, called a Siemens Plug, as shown.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging ................ 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)  
Operation ............... 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage .................. 10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)  
Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C  
(68°F).  
Plug adapter  
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.  
If there is dust or dirt on the AC Adapter, wipe it clean before  
using.  
Cassettes  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the  
following cautions:  
General Battery Precautions  
1. During use . . .  
If the cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being  
operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them  
with fresh ones.  
.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.  
.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes  
automatically erases the previously recorded video and  
audio signals.  
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly when  
inserting.  
.... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without  
allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and  
can result in damage.  
.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to  
fingerprints and dust.  
Please make note of the following rules for battery use. When  
misused, the batteries can leak or explode.  
1. When replacing batteries, read the cassette adapter  
(C-P6U/C-P7U) instructions.  
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those  
specified.  
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.  
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
.... out of direct sunlight.  
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they can  
leak or explode.  
.... where they wont be subject to unnecessary shock or  
vibration.  
.... where they wont be exposed to strong magnetic fields  
(such as those generated by motors, transformers or  
magnets).  
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.  
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an  
extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause  
malfunctions.  
.... vertically, in their original cases.  
Battery Packs  
The battery packs are nickel-cadmium or  
nickel metal-hydride batteries. Before using  
the supplied battery pack or an optional  
battery pack, be sure to read the following  
cautions:  
Main Unit  
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .  
.... open the camcorders 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.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
.... do not burn.  
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
.... do not modify or disassemble.  
.... use only specified chargers.  
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply  
while the power is on.  
Terminals  
.... leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not  
in use.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service  
life . . .  
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
.... avoid repeated charging without fully discharging.  
.... charge in an environment where temperatures are within  
the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a  
chemical reaction type batterycooler 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.  
 
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2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
2. Cleaning The Camcorder  
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking  
stove.  
.... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.  
.... near a television set.  
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric  
fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).  
.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or 104°F)  
extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F) temperatures.  
Wipe gently the exterior with a soft cloth. Put cloth in  
diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt,  
then wipe again with a dry cloth.  
Blow the lens with a blower brush, then wipe it gently  
with lens cleaning paper.  
3
4
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.  
Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower brush.  
Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
.... in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
.... in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or  
extremely high (above 80%).  
.... in direct sunlight.  
.... in a closed car in summer.  
.... near a heater.  
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.  
Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to  
the cautions that came with it.  
.... in dusty places such as a beach.  
When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the viewfinder  
securely.  
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .  
.... allow it to become wet.  
.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transpor-  
tation.  
.... 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.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian  
ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à  
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap.  
About moisture condensation . . .  
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.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to  
the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the  
camcorder itself.  
Serious malfunctioning  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately  
and consult your local JVC dealer.  
For Your Maintenance  
1. After Use  
Set the Power Switch to OFFto turn off the  
camcorder.  
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove  
the cassette.  
Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing the  
Close button.  
5
Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack.  
Attach the provided lens cap to the camcorders lens.  
 
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Camcorder  
Connectors  
General  
Video  
Audio  
: 1 V (p-p , 75 unbalanced,  
analog output (via Video output  
connector)  
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kanalog output  
(via Audio output connector)  
)
Format  
Power source  
: VHS NTSC standard  
: DC 11 V  
DC 6 V  
(Using AC Adapter)  
(Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Viewfinder on  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
Color  
: 4.1 W  
: NTSC-type  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
U.S.A. and Canada : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz  
: FM recording  
: Converted sub-carrier direct  
recording  
Other countries  
Output  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
: DC 11 V , 1 A  
Conforms to VHS standard  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
:
cassette  
Optional Accessories  
SP  
EP  
: 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)  
: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)  
Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U  
A/V (Audio/Video) Cable  
Recording time (max.)  
SP  
EP  
Compact VHS (  
) Cassettes TC-40/30/20  
: 40 minutes  
: 120 minutes  
Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
(with TC-40 cassette)  
Some accessories are not available in some areas.  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on  
accessories and their availability.  
Operating  
temperature  
: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%  
Storage temperature : 20°C to 50°C (4°F to 122°F)  
Weight  
: Approx. 750 g (1.7 lbs)  
Dimensions  
(W x H x D)  
: 108 mm x 117 mm x 199 mm  
(4-5/16" x 4-5/8" x 7-7/8")  
Pickup  
Lens  
: 1/6" format CCD  
: F1.6, f = 2.7 mm to 43.2 mm,  
16:1 power zoom lens with auto  
iris and macro control, filter  
diameter 40.5 mm  
Viewfinder  
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.5"  
black/white CRT  
White balance  
adjustment  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to  
change without notice.  
 
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